Moments Before the Downbeat
The Search is Nearly Complete After more than two years of patient, purposeful work—filled with careful listening, thoughtful conversation, and a shared hope for the future—the Colorado Springs Philharmonic stands […]
A Force of Nature: The Leadership of Josep Caballé-Domenech
Sometimes, great leadership is not just about direction—it’s about revival. It’s about breathing new life into something that has been tested and reshaping it into something even stronger. When Josep […]
The Right Maestro, Every Time: The Legacy of Charles Ansbacher

A symphony is more than the sum of its notes. It is a living reflection of its time—a delicate balance of vision, leadership, and connection. And just as the music […]
Music is about Belief: Shaping Sound With Lawrence Leighton Smith

A symphony is not only the sound of instruments; it is a reflection of a community’s spirit, shaped by the vision of those who lead it. Over the years, the […]
Vision in Motion: Christopher Wilkins and the Power of Bold Ideas
In every era of the Colorado Springs Philharmonic, there have been leaders who dared to imagine something more—who saw not only what the orchestra was, but what it could become. […]
Mahler Through Young Eyes: A Full Circle Moment
Youth and Experience Unite in Mahler’s First When 75 young musicians from the Colorado Springs Youth Symphony stepped into rehearsal with the Philharmonic to take on Mahler’s Symphony No. 1, […]
High Notes: Music, Education, and Lasting Impact
Lynn HolladaySr. Vice President and COO High Notes — your insider look at how your support brings music, education, and inspiration to life in our community. From thousands of students […]
Honoring a Legacy: The Impact of Josep Caballé-Domenech
Honoring a Legacy: The Impact of Josep Caballé-Domenech Honoring a Legacy, Inspiring the Future On April 26, the Philharmonic lit up the stage—and the city—with a powerful celebration of music […]
Banking on the Arts: Creating a Thriving Community Together
By Sarah Ryals Shoes and socks. Champagne and caviar. Summer and sunshine. Arts and business. Wait… what? Arts and business? At first, the connection may not seem obvious, but a […]
Harrison Night at the Philharmonic
From Drumline to Downbeat: Harrison Night at the Philharmonic Harrison District Shines at the Philharmonic On April 12th, 2025, the Center for Future Audiences (CFA) and the Colorado Springs Philharmonic […]
Music Educates
MUSIC EDUCATES What an exciting month of learning and advocacy work with the Philharmonic’s Center for Future Audiences! Wednesday, March 5th, CFA Director Joye Levy invited D11 Visual and Performing […]
Bold Music for Bright Futures
The Colorado Springs Philharmonic ‘teamed up’ with The US Olympic and Paralympic Museum to capture the attention of 4,000 elementary-aged students at The Pikes Peak Center. A new script was […]