fbpx Skip to main content

Mission and Vision

MISSION

The Rochester Oratorio Society presents choral music of the highest quality that engages, challenges, and delights members and audiences alike.

VISION

ROS will provide our audience with a consistently superior and pleasingly unique artistic experience that will inspire their attendance and support. ROS, as a diverse and inclusive organization, will promote education, collaboration, and arts-access for all.

5 Components of ROS

The Rochester Oratorio Society focuses on five major initiatives:

Symphonic Choir (ROS)

The 150-voice Symphonic Choir presents choral masterworks and modern classics with full orchestra

Resonanz

A 24-voice community outreach ensemble offering educational, entertaining concerts

Education

After school instruction for K-12 youth, scholarships, fellowships, and community outreach

Arts Connexions

Concert series exploring the intersection of diverse cultures and ethnicities with classical music

Vocal Competition

An international competition fostering the careers of professional and emerging artists

infographic outlining the 5 components of ROS: Symphonic Choir, Resonanz, Education, Arts Connexions, and the Vocal Competition

VALUES

EXCELLENCE
We maintain consistently high performance-standards, balancing traditional and innovative approaches and honoring expectations for artistic excellence.

COLLABORATION
We amplify the importance of choral singing through artistic partnerships. We actively promote projects and programs among our members and with the wider community.

COMMUNITY
We encourage and find value in learning and performing music. We solicit and reflect on feedback from constituents to learn and grow as an organization.

EDUCATION
We cultivate an inclusive, accessible and safe environment that offers opportunities for people of all ages and backgrounds to connect, collaborate and learn together.

DIVERSITY
We nurture the development of a diverse, equitable and inclusive organization that offers access to performances. We provide a variety of opportunities for those who may not typically attend or participate in a choral presentation.

SUSTAINABILITY
We value flexibility and adaptability. We manage finances with the utmost respect and responsibility to ensure that the ROS organizational structure and staffing can execute our brand and mission.