Your Generosity Keeps
the Music Playing
Your Support Goes
Beyond Concerts
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Every performance begins with the generosity of supporters like you. Your gift helps bring internationally celebrated artists, visionary conductors, and transformative musical experiences to Charleston to create unforgettable moments that inspire, connect, and elevate our community through the power of live music.
In the Community
Your generosity expands access to the life-changing power of music across our region. Through education, community engagement, and free public performances, you help inspire curiosity, creativity, and connection for thousands of children and families each year. From classrooms and concert halls to neighborhoods throughout the Lowcountry, your support ensures that exceptional musical experiences remain accessible to all, enriching lives today while nurturing the next generation of artists, audiences, and community leaders.
Tradition + Innovation
Your support invests in the Core 25 musicians — the artists at the heart of every performance, educational program, and community engagement initiative. Their talent, dedication, and artistry enrich the cultural life of our region, creating unforgettable musical experiences that inspire audiences and strengthen our community.
Discover the community impact of the Charleston Symphony across the 2025-26 season.
Annual Member Benefits
Being a Charleston Symphony member comes with special perks.
Bach Level Member ($100-$249)
- Pre-sale access for special events and concerts
Mozart Level Member ($250-$499)
includes benefits from previous tiers +
- Donor recognition online and in the Annual Report
- Special invitation to CSOL Coffee and Wine events with the Maestro
Beethoven Level Member ($500-$999)
includes benefits from previous tiers +
- Season-long recognition in Bravo
- Invitation to one working orchestra rehearsal
Chopin Level Member ($1,000-$1,999)
includes benefits from previous tiers +
- Invitation to the CSO’s Annual Meeting
- Invitation to two working orchestra rehearsals
includes benefits from previous tiers +
- Complimentary parking in the Charleston Gaillard garage
- Invitation to private donor receptions and special events throughout the concert season
includes benefits from previous tiers +
- Opportunity to sponsor a select “Overture” as part of a Masterworks performance
- Invitation to the Musician + Patron Dinner
- Invitation to Meet the Musicians receptions with star guest artists
- Reserved seating at Sunset Serenade and CSO at “The Joe”
includes benefits from previous tiers +
- Opportunity to sponsor a Core 24 Section Musician
- Opportunity to sponsor a featured Soloist/Guest Artist or a “Concerto” as part of a Masterworks performance
- Exclusive parking opportunities for one vehicle in the George Street lot at the Gaillard Center
- Reserved seating at Chamber Music and Messiah performances (tickets required)
includes benefits from previous tiers +
- Opportunity to sponsor a Core 24 Principal Musician
- Opportunity to sponsor a “Symphony” as part of a Masterworks performance
includes benefits from previous tiers +
- Gifts at this leadership level demonstrate a tremendous dedication to the Charleston Symphony.
- To discuss benefits and personalized experiences that come with this level of commitment please email Simms Pindar, our Director of Institutional Advancement.
More Ways to Give
Giving stock or appreciated securities is another thoughtful way to support the Charleston Symphony. To begin this process, please supply these detailed instructions to your broker. Contact Jared Davison at First Citizens Bank (803-931-1412) to inform him of the incoming gift. Transfer instructions are below:
Common Stock
DTC PARTICIPANT NO: 5409
DTC INTERNAL ACCOUNT NO: F/B/O First Citizens Bank 74-2094-01-4
FOR FURTHER CREDIT: Charleston Symphony Gift Act. a/c 68-0391-02-6
Mutual Funds
Special instructions are required. The donor’s broker must contact First Citizens directly to obtain specific transfer instructions. Note: due to the complexity involved, these transfers can take upwards of 30 days to complete.
Please also notify the CSO directly prior to any stock transfer so that we can properly identify and acknowledge your gift. Notifying us that the transfer is occurring is very important; it is the only way we can credit you for the donation, as your name does not transfer with the stock.
Questions? Please contact:
Jared W. Davison (Institutional Advisor)
Jared.Davison@firstcitizens.com | 803-931-1412
Cindy Mills (Trust Specialist)
Cindy.Mills@firstcitizens.com | 803-931-1730
First Citizens Bank & Trust Co
Attn: Jared W. Davison
1230 Main St.
Columbia, SC 29201
This can be the most heavily taxed asset in many estates. Choosing this as your gift might leave your less tax-burdened assets to your loved ones.
Trusts can combine flexible benefits including a generous income, tax benefits and a powerful gift to the Charleston Symphony.
The Charleston Symphony is able to bring the gift and joy of music into the lives of many, thanks to the wonderful supporters we have. As generations come and go, the Charleston Symphony has the opportunity to remain, keeping the music vibrant and impactful. By making a contribution to the endowment and joining the Symphony Circle, your gift will continue to live on, allowing the Charleston Symphony to survive in your legacy. Each gift made to the endowment will continue to provide support to the Charleston Symphony, for as long as it shall live, affecting the lives of each new generation that steps through the doors of the performance hall.
Ensure the gift of music remains accessible for future generations by including the Charleston Symphony in your estate planning efforts. Join the Symphony Circle and you can help the CSO thrive far into the future. There are multiple opportunities to join the Symphony Circle — and you can eliminate significant tax-saving benefits as well! Leave a gift of cash or securities in your will. Designate the Symphony as a beneficiary of your retirement fund, life insurance policy, annuity, and more.
WHY: Including the Charleston Symphony in your estate plans will help the organization continue to thrive for future generations of music lovers and students. Your legacy gift will advance the CSO’s mission to inspire and engage our community through exceptional musical performances and education programs.
WHEN: Now! It is never too early to begin composing your legacy.
HOW: It’s easy! The first step is to let your attorney know that you want the Charleston Symphony Orchestra to be included in your Will or Trust. This can be a fixed dollar amount, a specific asset, or a percentage of your estate. And don’t forget to let our Advancement Office know, so we can celebrate your generosity now. You will find helpful information below.
The Symphony's 501(c)(3) / Tax Identification Number: 57-6000192.
Legal name for estate planning: Charleston Symphony Orchestra
Among the treasures in Charleston is our Symphony. Whether it is the familiarity of great works by master composers or the fun of bringing fairy tales to life with music or the joy of holiday pops; the Charleston Symphony provides a retreat.
One of the best gifts of living in Charleston!
- Cindy Mabry, CSO Board Member
The CSO can only succeed if it is actively supported by the Charleston community.
- Paul C. HennessyI've attended the CSO from the 1970s to the present and I plan to support the organization as long as possible. The CSO is a mature regional musical organization which should be better known. I fully expect the CSO to rival Atlanta in the near future.
- Suzanne KrebsbachWorld class talent available at a reasonable cost. Everyone in the area should be supporting.
- John P. Galdun
