Name

Peoria Symphony Orchestra

Legal name

Peoria Symphony Orchestra

Website

https://peoriasymphony.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1897

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

The Peoria Symphony Orchestra is a 501(c)(3) non-profit regional symphony orchestra in Peoria, Illinois, founded in 1897 and currently in its 128th-129th season, presenting live classical, pops, and crossover concerts, music education programs, and community outreach to Central Illinois audiences.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Symphony Orchestra / Performing Arts

NAICS

Musical Groups and Artists (711130), Musical Groups and Artists (71113), Performing Arts Companies (7111), Fine Arts Schools (61161)

SIC

Services-Amusement & Recreation Services (7900)

akta.pro primary industry

Group Music Classes & Ensembles (Band, Orchestra, Choir) (EDAMANAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Arranging & Orchestration (MPAIAHAG), Concert Halls & Music Venue Operations (Symphony Halls, Recital Venues) (MPAGALAC)

Keywords

• Live orchestral performances
• Classical music concerts
• Music education programs
• Community arts outreach
• Symphony season subscriptions

Headquarters

HQ city

Peoria

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Others

Revenue model

1. Ticket Sales: Single tickets and season subscriptions for concert performances. Single tickets range from $34-$95 for adults; student tickets $15-$25. Season packages (4-concert and 6-concert) start at $142.
2. Annual Fund Donations: Critical support for concerts, with ticket sales covering only 25% of operating costs. Includes Conductor's Circle ($1,000+), Musicians Club ($125+), and recurring Da Capo monthly giving program.
3. Corporate Sponsorships: Season sponsorships at Diamond, Platinum levels. Corporate partner relationships including underwriting opportunities for concerts, guest artists, and events.
4. Gift of Music Program: Donations to bring students to PSO concerts: $30 per student, $150 for five students, $300 for ten students.
5. Guild Membership: PSO Guild membership dues: $75 per household or $100 per household. Guild organizes educational outreach and fundraising events.
6. Corporate Partnerships: Corporate contributions and partnerships providing marketing visibility, client entertainment, and employee engagement opportunities for local businesses.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

The Peoria Symphony Orchestra presents live orchestral concert performances, including classical masterworks, pops concerts, film scores, and collaborations with guest artists, delivered through season subscriptions and individual tickets. Complementary offerings include music education programs for children (Musical Discovery, Guild Puppet Troupe, Young Artist Competition, Annual Student Concert), community outreach initiatives (Sound Bites, PSO on the Go, Resident Artist Week), donor and sponsorship programs, and fundraising events.

Product overview

The Peoria Symphony Orchestra (PSO) is a regional symphony offering a portfolio of live concert performances and music education programs. The core offering consists of mainstage season concerts featuring classical masterworks, pops, film scores, and guest artists, available through subscription packages (Pick Four or Pick Six) or single tickets. Supporting offerings include educational programs (Musical Discovery concerts for children, Guild Puppet Troupe, Young Artist Competition, Annual Student Concert) and community outreach (Sound Bites intimate performances, PSO on the Go mobile ensembles, Resident Artist Week). The organization operates donation programs including the Conductor’s Circle leadership donors and Musicians Club base donors, plus fundraising events such as the annual Gala and Whiskey at the Warehouse. The PSO Guild provides volunteer membership for educational outreach support. Gift certificates and underwriting/sponsorship opportunities round out the offering.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Season Concert Subscriptions Subscription packages offering either 6 concerts (Pick Six) or 4 concerts (Pick Four) for the 2026-2027 season, providing discounted access to the orchestra's mainstage performances. Targeted at individual concert attendees and families in Central Illinois.
• Single Concert Tickets Individual tickets for specific concerts including Gregory Alan Isakov, Force of Destiny, Dazzling Stars, Joy of the Season, 50 Years of Star Wars, Noble Hearts, Handel's Messiah, and Grand Slam Jam. For individual concert attendees and families.
• Gift Certificates Gift certificates redeemable for symphony concert tickets, with single tickets starting at $39 for adults and $20 for students. For gift-givers purchasing tickets on behalf of recipients.
• Musical Discovery Concerts Children's educational concerts where musicians present individual instruments of the orchestra one at a time, including programs like Heavenly Harp, Trusty Trombone, and Fantastic Flute. Taped in collaboration with WTVP for broadcast. For school children and educational audiences.
• Guild Puppet Troupe Award-winning puppet shows featuring classical music performed for elementary school students (Kindergarten through 3rd grade) since 1969. Approximately 13,000 children attend annually. Shows include Peer Gynt Suite, Peter and the Wolf, and Hansel and Gretel. For K-3 students in Central Illinois schools.
• Young Artist Competition Competition for instrumentalists and vocalists 18 years old and younger. The winner performs as soloist with the PSO at the Annual Student Concert and receives a scholarship award. For young musicians in the region.
• Annual Student Concert 72nd annual student concert for thousands of school children in central Illinois, featuring the PSO with guest artists and the Young Artist Competition winner performing their concerto. For K-12 students throughout Central Illinois.
• Sound Bites Intimate concert presentations filmed live in WTVP Public TV Studio with guest artists and PSO musicians, featuring commentary from Maestro George Stelluto. Broadcast on WTVP public television. By invitation only for donors and subscribers.
• PSO on the Go Community outreach program sending small ensembles to perform at hospitals, assisted living centers, schools, and community events throughout the area.
• Resident Artist Week (RAW) Annual outreach program bringing live music to the community, featuring surprise performances and engagement activities. Entertains, soothes, heals, and educates while emphasizing fun and innovation.
• PSO Guild Membership Auxiliary membership supporting the PSO and its educational outreach. Benefits include volunteering opportunities, social events, and advocacy for music education. Annual dues are $75 per household or $100 per household. For community members wishing to support the PSO through volunteer service.
• Season Sponsorships Corporate sponsorship opportunities at Diamond, Platinum, and other levels supporting the PSO's annual season, with recognition benefits including logo placement and event access. For local and regional businesses.

Quantifiable outcome

• Serving up to 4,400 public school students annually through Student Concerts
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers8 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

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Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered moderate, core, major and minor.

• Bradley UniversitymoderateStrategic or Co-development Partner · 24 September 2025Student Ambassador Program providing $10 concert tickets to Bradley students to increase student attendance and engagement.
• Illinois Central CollegemoderateStrategic or Co-development Partner · 24 September 2025Student Ambassador Program providing $10 concert tickets to ICC students to increase student attendance and engagement.
• WTVPcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLocal public television station collaborating with PSO on Sound Bites and Musical Discovery programs. Sound Bites is an intimate concert series taped in the WTVP studio and broadcast to over 60 counties in Illinois.
• Peoria Symphony FoundationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerEndowment foundation established to maintain and manage funds providing long-term financial support to the PSO. Oversees investments to ensure sustainability.
• Illinois Arts Council AgencymajorGTM or Marketing PartnerState arts agency providing funding support for PSO operations and programming.
• TicketmastermajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPrimary online ticketing platform for single ticket sales to PSO concerts.
• Peoria Civic CentercoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPrimary performance venue for most PSO concerts, providing the Prairie Home Alliance Theater and Toyota Box Office services.
• Redefining the CanonminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner organization supporting diversity and inclusion in orchestral programming and repertoire.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Illinois Symphony Orchestra: Regional Illinois symphony orchestra of comparable scale serving Springfield and surrounding communities with classical, pops, and educational programming — directly comparable in mission, footprint, and funding model to the Peoria Symphony Orchestra.
• Quad City Symphony Orchestra: Regional symphony serving the Quad Cities area with a similar season subscription model, educational outreach, and 501(c)(3) nonprofit structure — a near-comparable peer in size and Midwest market dynamics.
• Springfield Symphony Orchestra: Illinois-based regional symphony offering classical and pops programming with educational components — closely comparable in scale, geographic market type, and nonprofit operating model.
• Rockford Symphony Orchestra: Regional Illinois symphony orchestra with similar size, season structure, and educational programming (including youth concerts and a youth orchestra) — directly comparable peer in mission and scale.
• Elgin Symphony Orchestra: Mid-sized regional symphony with comparable orchestra size (~70 musicians), subscription series, and educational programs — direct peer in operating model and community-engagement focus.
• DuPage Symphony Orchestra: Illinois community symphony offering classical concerts and educational outreach — comparable in regional nonprofit orchestral model, though operating in a different Illinois market.
• Symphony of Oak Park & River Forest: Community-based Illinois symphony of comparable scale with subscription concerts and educational outreach — directly comparable community-orchestra operating model.

Broad incumbents

• Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra: Larger, multi-series regional orchestra with classical, pops, and family programming plus extensive education initiatives — a broader incumbent in the same Midwest orchestral space with overlapping community-mission orientation.
• St. Louis Symphony Orchestra: Major regional symphony with Grammy-winning recordings, deep educational programs, and a major performance venue — broader incumbent sharing the same orchestra-format operating model across a similar Midwest footprint.

Others

• League of American Orchestras: National service organization supporting U.S. orchestras including the Peoria Symphony — relevant as an industry-body peer providing benchmarking, advocacy, and programming resources analogous to what the PSO relies on for sector positioning.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/peoriasymphony
• Facebookfacebook.com/peoriasymphony
• Instagraminstagram.com/peoriasymphony
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/peoria-symphony-orchestra

Compliance1 record

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Number of profiles

Profiles7 records

Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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