columbus symphony

columbus symphony

At a glance

The Columbus Symphony Orchestra’s contract dispute with its musicians stems from a structural budget deficit. Over the years, private donors have picked up an increasing amount of the symphony’s expenses. Here’s a look at the figures:

Financial performance:

1970

Revenue: $192,057

Expenses: $349,183

Percent contributed: 43 percent

Attendance: Unknown

1990

Revenue: $5,767,544

Expenses: $6,290,668

Percent contributed: 34 percent

Attendance: 281,562

2000

Revenue: $10,031,858

Expenses: $9,641,087

Percent contributed: 52 percent

Attendance: 154,374

Recent totals of gifts, grants and contributions:

2000: $4.3 million

2001: $5.1 million

2002: $6.5 million

2003: $4.4 million

Source: Study commissioned by the Columbus Partnership, Columbus Symphony Orchestra Form 990