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MISSION

The mission of the Lafayette Symphony Orchestra is to enrich our community by engaging audiences and inspiring a love of music through exciting live symphony performances, innovative programming, and educational outreach.

Key Characteristics:

• High quality performances that draw the appreciation of a wide spectrum of audiences from the community.
• Sustained growth in orchestral quality.
• Educational outreach that inspires young musicians and instills orchestral appreciation in the community.
• Relevance to the community that is sustained by enriching the quality of life of citizens.

VISION

Inspirations: Enriching Cultural Life

Lafayette Symphony Orchestra will be recognized as a vibrant and creative community-centered orchestra of regional significance.

Key Characteristics:

• An orchestra that is recognized for its quality, innovation, breadth, and excitement.
• Programs that contribute knowledge and expand the musical experiences of community members of all ages.
• Engagement with a broad and diverse community throughout the mid-north Indiana region.
• Collaboration with public and private organizations to stimulate intellectual development and creative endeavors and enhance the cultural environment.
• Musicians and leaders who are individually and collectively dedicated to nurturing artistic excellence and serving the community.
• Soloists whose superior talents elevate the quality of performance.