named programs · 3 · from sources
What they call their work
Virtual Concert Series
Streamed performances produced during periods of restricted in-person gatherings, including archival and newly recorded content
WSO Concert Season
Annual series of four concerts featuring classical and contemporary orchestral works, performed at the Woodstock Playhouse
Woodstock and Beyond Concerto Competition
Competition for young musicians (high school age or younger) that features winners as soloists in WSO concerts
activities · 5 groups
What they do
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Classical and Chamber Music Performances 3 activities
- Organizing and presenting public classical orchestral concertsPlans, produces, and presents live classical orchestral performances in various venues across the Hudson Valley region, including the Woodstock Playhouse, Bearsville Theater, Holy Cross Church in Kingston, Olin Hall at Bard College, and SUNY Ulster’s Quimby Theater. The orchestra performs multiple concerts per season featuring works by composers such as Mozart, Tchaikovsky, Sibelius, and contemporary artists, often with guest or principal musicians as soloists.
- Producing multimedia and cross-genre collaborative performancesDevelops innovative concert experiences through collaborations with other art forms, including a multimedia presentation of Philip Glass’s Glassworks with student-created films, a jazz-classical fusion concert featuring WSO bassist Lou Pappas, and a joint performance of Beethoven’s Symphony No. 9 “Choral” with multiple ensembles scheduled for March 2026.
- Providing performance opportunities for regional classical musiciansOffers a professional platform for accomplished classical musicians from Woodstock and the Hudson Valley to perform as orchestra members and soloists, including principal players and winners of regional concerto competitions.
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Digital Music and Performance Archiving 1 activity
- Adapting performances during public health disruptionsModified concert programming during the pandemic by producing videographed chamber concerts with safety protocols, which were streamed online, before gradually resuming full in-person performances.
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Curated Art Exhibitions and Public Displays 1 activity
- Hosting complementary arts exhibitionsOrganizes visual art exhibits in conjunction with concert events, such as an exhibition at the Woodstock Playhouse that ran from March to May 2025 alongside the performance season.
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Commissioning New Musical Works 1 activity
- Premiering new works by local and contemporary composersCommissions and presents world premieres of original compositions by regional and emerging composers, including recent performances of Joey DeSanctis’ Sinfonietta and works by Jessie Montgomery, Joan Tower, Kyle Gann, and others, integrating new music into its concert programming.
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Community Music Performances & Education 1 activity
- Presenting educational and community engagement eventsHosts events such as Woodwind Day Concerts and collaborates on educational initiatives like co-directing student ensembles in Black History Month celebrations, expanding its role beyond traditional concert formats to include youth and community participation.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2025
revenue
Total revenue$142K
Contributions & grants$112K79%
Program service revenue$15K10%
Investment income$2K1%
Other revenue$12K
expenses
Total expenses$98K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits$72K
Grants paid out$0
balance sheet
Total assets$112K
Cash—
Investments—
Liabilities—
Net assets$112K
2 years on record · 2024–2025 · YoY revenue +65.9%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2025
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dana White-Marks | Executive Director | 2 | $3K |
board members · 7
- Craig Baker — Director
- Geralyn Ely — Director
- Greg Dinger — Director
- Lex Nastaszewski — Director
- Ling Kwan — Director
- Riki Braunstein — Director
- Susan LeVangia — Director
relationships · 13
Who they work with
- Ars Choralis Partner — Collaborated with the orchestra on performances involving orchestra and chorus, initially formed as the Woodstock Chamber Chorus.
- Dana White-Marks Government — Executive Director responsible for management and operations of the orchestra.
- Kingston High School chorus Partner — Collaborated on several concerts incorporating vocal music during David Leighton's tenure as conductor.
- Mannes Orchestra Partner — Conducted performances with the Mannes Orchestra in New York City.
- Mina Kim Partner — Music Director and conductor leading the orchestra's artistic direction and performance programming.
- Mount Academy Partner — Hosted the Woodwind Day Concert at its chapel
- New Choral Society Partner — Partnering with the Woodstock Symphony Orchestra for a performance of Beethoven’s Symphony No. 9 “Choral” in March 2026.
- Northern Dutchess Symphony Orchestra Partner — Named as an advertiser in support of WOODSTOCK SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA INC
- Purchase Chorus Partner — Collaborating with the Woodstock Symphony Orchestra on a performance of Beethoven’s Symphony No. 9 “Choral” at the Performing Arts Center in 2026.
- Purchase College Partner — Collaborates with Purchase College’s School of Film and Media Studies on multimedia performances and leads ensembles within the college conservatory.
- Saugerties High School Partner — Hosts Woodstock Symphony Orchestra performances at its venue
- Westchester Chamber Soloists Partner — Engaged in a collaborative project with the Woodstock Symphony Orchestra culminating in a joint performance of Beethoven’s Symphony No. 9 “Choral” in 2026.
- Woodstock Playhouse Partner — Performance venue and collaborator on art exhibits; all concerts held at this location.
strategies · 3
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Artistic Excellence as Cultural Engagementmethodology: cultural-engagement-through-artistic-excellenceBy emphasizing emotional depth, interpretive innovation, and artistic complexity in live performances, the orchestra deepens audience connection because excellence in classical repertoire and the premiere of new works sustains cultural relevance and fosters lasting community engagement.
- Community-Engaged Performance Modelmethodology: community-engaged-performanceBy involving musicians of varied skill levels in rehearsals and public performances, the orchestra strengthens community ties and broadens access to cultural participation, because inclusive artistic collaboration fosters shared ownership and deeper audience investment in the arts.
- Genre-Fusion and Cross-Disciplinary Programmingmethodology: genre-fusion-and-competition-programmingBy blending orchestral music with genres like jazz and bluegrass, and integrating music with dance, theater, and visual art, the orchestra expands audience engagement because multidisciplinary and hybrid artistic experiences attract diverse audiences and revitalize classical traditions.