How The Cultural Trust Impacts the Quad City Symphony Orchestra
Guided by its vision to be where access meets inspiration, the QCSO presents more than 25 performances each season through its Masterworks, Pops, Films-in-Concert, and Chamber Music series, and deepens its impact through artistic and educational partnerships.
The QCSO is committed to serving the entire Quad Cities community with programs that prioritize access, inclusion, and lifelong learning. Each year, over 13,000 students of all ages engage with the QCSO through Youth Ensembles, the Private Lesson Program, Group Lesson Program, school visits, Students @ the Symphony, and Symphony Day—a tradition since 1988 that introduces more than 6,000 fourth- and fifth-grade students annually to a live orchestral performance.
Empowered by support from The Cultural Trust
The QCSO advances its vision to be where access meets inspiration. Through bold programming, educational outreach, and community-driven initiatives, the QCSO leads with purpose—ensuring that its impact is not only artistic but also transformative for individuals and the region as a whole.
A Symphony Built for Everyone
With more than 25 performances each season and thousands of students engaged through innovative education programs, the QCSO is proof that orchestral music belongs to the whole community — not just the concert hall.
Economic Impact
$5,690,865
Quad City Symphony Orchestra provided $5,690,865 in economic impact in 2025.
Education Impact
42,940
Quad City Symphony Orchestra proudly reached 42,940 students K-12 in 2025.
Community Impact
86,721
86,721 individuals were impacted by Quad City Symphony Orchestra’s community outreach in 2025.