Plano Symphony Orchestra

The Plano Symphony Orchestra (PSO), under the artistic and musical direction of Maestro Héctor Guzmán, is a professional symphony orchestra that has been providing world-class musical experiences to the North Texas region since its inception in 1983. Celebrating its 40th anniversary alongside Music Director Héctor Guzmán, the PSO has established itself as a leading orchestra in the area, renowned for its eight subscription concerts per year and a wide array of music education and community outreach programs. The PSO's mission is to inspire, educate, entertain, and involve individuals of all ages in the community through the enjoyment of great music. With a vision rooted in the transformative power of music, the orchestra is committed to growing and nurturing today's and tomorrow's audiences with exciting, inclusive, innovative, and impactful performances. The PSO places a high value on community involvement, relationships, inclusion, diversity, education, artistry, service, innovation, and entertainment. As an equal opportunity organization, the Plano Symphony Orchestra ensures that employment decisions are based on merit and business needs, and not on race, creed, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, or veteran status. The PSO is particularly dedicated to music education, with programs designed to reach nearly 50,000 children annually. Its educational vision emphasizes the accessibility of music to people of all backgrounds, regardless of socio-economic status. A significant part of this effort is the School Concert Program, which benefits over 17,000 students, including a large number from Title I schools in Dallas and Collin counties. These schools often lack the resources for their own arts and music programs, making the PSO's contribution vital to ensuring that no child is excluded from quality music learning experiences. The Plano Symphony Orchestra is a non-profit organization that relies on the support of the City of Plano, as well as numerous individual donors, foundations, and corporations. It has received backing from entities such as The Andrea-Mennen Family Foundation, TACA, The National Endowment for the Arts, Texas Commission on the Arts, and many others. The PSO is a member of prestigious organizations including the League of American Orchestras and the Texas Association of Symphony Orchestras. The PSO's commitment to financial transparency is evident through the availability of audited financial statements and IRS Form 990s. The orchestra is headquartered at 1635 Dorchester Drive in Plano, Texas, and maintains an active online presence through various social media platforms. In summary, the Plano Symphony Orchestra is a cornerstone of the North Texas arts community, offering exceptional musical performances and educational programs, while championing the values of diversity, inclusion, and accessibility in the arts.