Atlas Performing Arts Center
OUR MISSION
Capital City Symphony is a vibrant orchestra that provides a variety of opportunities for talented musicians and diverse audiences to engage with great music in the nation's capital.
OUR VISION
We envision Washington, D.C., and the broader capital region as a community filled with opportunities to create and access music of all kinds through participation and collaboration for diverse players and audiences.
OUR VALUES
- Access, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (ADEI)
We recognize the importance of fostering an environment that embraces Access, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (ADEI). With an unwavering commitment to advancing ADEI principles, we create spaces where every musician, patron, volunteer, and staff member feels valued, respected, and represented.
- Excellence
We value excellence, from our performances to our operations, ensuring that we consistently exceed expectations and deliver the highest quality experiences for our patrons, musicians, and stakeholders.
- Creativity
We value creativity in our approach to exploration, empowering our musicians and staff to experiment, innovate and discover new ways to bring our music and organization to the forefront of artistic expression and community engagement.
- Interconnection
We forge meaningful partnerships with artists, musical groups, and community partners to expand our artistic horizons, reach new audiences, create meaningful experiences, and promote positive community change. We strive to foster an inclusive and respectful environment based on shared vision. Together, we can inspire and uplift the greater DC community through music.
- Approachability
We believe in removing barriers and creating a welcoming environment where classical music can be enjoyed by all. We value our position as the first orchestra exposure for many in our audience and accept the responsibility of creating memorable experiences that will bring them back again and again.
- Joy
Joy is an essential element of our performances, community engagement, and operations, bringing a sense of delight and inspiration to our audiences, musicians, and stakeholders.
- Stewardship
We responsibly manage our resources, ensuring the long-term sustainability and growth of our organization for the benefit of our patrons and community.
