2012-04-12T09:02:51-07:00 2011-05-31 Blazek & Vetterling 2900 Weslayan Suite 200 Houston TX 770275132 990 2010-06-01 741157373 Houston Symphony Society HOUS 7132244240 615 Louisiana Jones Hall Houston TX 77002 Michael Pawson 2012-04-12 Jody Blazek 7134395739 X 2010 2016-02-24 21:20:13Z Mark C Hanson 615 Louisiana Houston TX 77002 26736382 false false X www.houstonsymphony.org X 1913 TX The mission of the Houston Symphony is to inspire and enrich the lives of our diverse citizenry through outstanding symphonic music performed by our great orchestra. 52 51 413 350 0 13411912 16083339 9032110 9037818 135288 93570 47488 79435 22626798 25294162 0 0 16424927 16269217 6086 53635 1516800 7999355 8297941 24430368 24620793 -1803570 673369 3663914 6106674 20582229 21170737 -16918315 -15064063 X The mission of the Houston Symphony is to inspire and enrich the lives of our diverse citizenry through outstanding symphonic music performed by our great orchestra. false false 20938246 9037818 2010-2011 Season Activities:Classical Season Highlights - The highest grossing classical concert was Joshua Bell's Mendelssohn yielding $97,900 in single ticket sales and 4,709 tickets.The Houston Symphony appointed its new concertmaster, Frank Huang, an award-winning violinist originally from the Houston area, in the 2010-11 season. Huang debuted on Opening Night on September 11, 2011, performing Mozart's Sinfonia concertante with Wayne Brooks, principal violist.The Houston Symphony embarked on its first European tour in more than a decade in October 2010 when they visited the United Kingdom. The Symphony performed its mega-hit commission, The Planets - An HD Odyssey, to sell-out crowds in an eight-concert, seven-city tour.In October 2010, the Symphony performed at Lunada, a free community concert at Miller Outdoor Theatre, produced by the Mexican Institute of Greater Houston. Also in October, the orchestra was one of the first performing arts groups invited to play at the brand-new Gaertner Performing Arts Center at Sam Houston State University in Huntsville, Texas.In November 2010, the Houston Symphony performed the premiere of the full-orchestra version of Lawrence Siegel's Kaddish "I Am Here" in partnership with Holocaust Museum Houston. The oratorio combined the orchestra, chorus and vocal soloists with lyrics derived from interviews with 15 Holocaust survivors - four of whom live in Houston. The Symphony was proud to collaborate with college musicians during the season. In the classical season, the Symphony showcased performers from the Shepherd School of Music at Rice University in February 2011 with a presentation of Ravel's comedic one act opera, L'Heure espagnole (The Spanish Hour). In the Pops season, the Houston Symphony teamed with the esteemed University of North Texas' One O'Clock Lab Band in November 2010 for One O'Clock Swings. In May 2011, the Symphony offered an innovative concert format for Exploring Mahler 10, Gustav Mahler's final symphony left unfinished at his death and later completed by British composer Deryck Cooke. Music Director Hans Graf and guest commentator Brian Newhouse of American Public Media led the interactive concert that began with a discussion of the work along with musical examples and visual aids. To close the season, Graf and the orchestra performed Rachmaninoff's Symphony No. 2 along with Dvorak's Cello Concerto featuring world-renowned guest cellist Alisa Weilerstein in the solo spotlight. Outstanding guest conductors who took the podium in 2010-2011 included Hannu Lintu, Thomas Dausgaard, James Gaffigan, Rafael Frhbeck de Burgos, and Kirill Karabits along with debuting conductors Matthew Halls, Juraj Valcuha, Juanjo Mena, and Mark Wigglesworth.The season included performances by some of the music world's recognized stars, including pianists Yefim Bronfman, Stephen Hough, and Jonathan Biss; violinists Joshua Bell, Gil Shaham, Leila Josefowicz; cellist Alisa Weilerstein; soprano Erin Wall; and mezzo-soprano Susanne Mentzer.Classical artists making their debut in the 2010-11 season were pianists Markus Groh, Inon Barnatan, and Gabriela Montero; violinist Augustin Hadelich; and Brian Newhouse of American Public Media Houston Symphony musicians were soloists as well during the 2010-2011 season including newly-appointed concertmaster Frank Huang, principal violist Wayne Brooks, principal flutist Aralee Dorough and principal cellist Brinton Averil Smith. The Houston Symphony Chorus partnered with the orchestra in such grand programs as Verdi's Requiem, Prokofiev's Alexander Nevsky, Very Merry Pops, Pops Knockouts, Final Fantasy, Kaddish "I Am Here," and Messiah. Pops Season Highlights - The highest grossing POPS concert was Chris Botti yielding $159,200 in single ticket sales and 5,691 tickets.Guest artists who joined the Houston Symphony at Jones Hall for POPS concerts included Chris Botti, Matt Dusk, Kenny Loggins, Ashley Brown, and Ellis Hall in a tribute to Ray Charles. POPS "Symphony Specials" included concerts featuring Michael Bolton in September 2010 and a special holiday performance with Italian tenor Andrea Bocelli at the Toyota Center in December 2010 in front of more than 12,000 fans. Summer - Summer Specials known as "Symphony Summer in the City" included The Planets - An HD Odyssey Plus Star Wars; The Music of Queen; and Distant Worlds: Music from Final Fantasy. In total, "Symphony Summer in the City" sold more than 7,993 tickets and grossed more than $446,900 in revenue.The orchestra's concerts and annual Independence Day celebrations at the Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion and Miller Outdoor Theatre once again drew large crowds. These summer events have become a Houston tradition, with a combined audience of more than 69,000. The Symphony continued its quest to reach new audiences during the summer by providing unique, multi-media concert experiences. Distant Worlds: Music from Final Fantasy combined the music of the popular video game series with footage from the games themselves projected on a large screen above the orchestra. Also utilizing the big screen was the encore performance of the Symphony's mega-hit commission, The Planets - An HD Odyssey. This concert also included the ever-popular and thematically linked music of Star Wars. Family Concerts - Each year, the Symphony's outreach programming features four family concerts, targeted to children ages 4 to 11. For the 2010-11 season, these performances were led by Associate Conductor Robert Franz and Assistant Conductor/American Conducting Fellow Brett Mitchell. 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2060722 1697160 363562 399734 Interest rate swap 50806 Due to affiliated organization 3867134 Accrued pension liability 6312965 10230905 25294162 24620793 673369 7182849 7182849 7856218 31386444 90316 9872056 9962372 21424072 3870090 3870090 25294162 24711109 90316 90316 24620793 24620793 Part XII, Line 4b Part XII, Line 4b: Other revenue amounts included on 990 but not included in F/S Grant from Endowment $3870090 Part XII, Line 2d Part XII, Line 2d: Other revenue amounts included in F/S but not included on form 990 Consolidated audit - Endowment revenue $9872056 Part XI, Line 8 Part XI, Line 8: Other Changes in Net Assets or Fund Balances Change in value of pension liability under FASB 87 $1226778 Change in value of interest rate swap agreement $0 Revenue of affiliate $0 Endowment funds transfered to affiliate $ -0 Change in value of interest rate swap agreement $ -45895 Part V, Line 4 Part V, Line 4: Intended uses of the endowment fund. Houston Symphony Endowment (the Endowment) was established to support the operations of the Houston Symphony Society. The Endowment holds contributed funds in perpetuity, invests those funds, and makes contributions from time to time to the Society. Such contributions must meet the stated restrictions of donors as well as the current policies of the Endowment. The Endowment is governed by a Board of Directors who are elected by the officers of the Board of Directors of the Society. Europe 0 0 Program Performances 232148 232148 232148 X false false false false false false Additional Supplemental Information The Houston Symphony embarked on its first European tour in more than a decade in October 2010 when they visited the United Kingdom. The Symphony performed its mega-hit commission, The Planets - An HD Odyssey, to sell-out crowds in an eight-concert, seven-city tour. X X X X X X X true Bennet Direct 231 Buffalo St Milwaukee WI 53202 Telefundng false 120113 53635 66478 120113 53635 66478 Ball 678413 494413 184000 163507 8550 Opening Night 252200 140200 112000 78186 4500 3 330487 242962 87525 71114 3200 1261100 877575 383525 312807 16250 329057 54468 X X X X false false false false false false false false false false William VerMeulen 147942 23161 171103 Michael Pawson 167204 20053 187257 Mark Hughes 129184 23391 152575 Mark C Hanson 162580 13736 176316 Hans Graf 95645 359290 14227 469162 Eric Halen 156101 24462 180563 Brinton Smith 151203 23296 174499 Eric Halen Purchase instrument X 161663 83782 false true true 83782 X 13 452656 FMV false true false Form 990, Part VI, Line 19 Form 990, Part VI, Line 19: Other Organization Documents Publicly Available The audited financial statements and Form 990 are available on our website. Governing documents are available upon request through the Symphony offices. Form 990, Part VI, Line 15b Form 990, Part VI, Line 15b: Compensation Review and Approval Process for Officers and Key Employees Annually the Director, Human Resources obtains salary surveys for both the Houston area and the Symphony universe. The Director then shares the information with the Board President. The Compensation Committee, consisting of the Board President,Board Chairman, and any other members as may be appointed by the Executive Committee from time to time, are responsible for approving the Executive Director/CEO's compensation package. Budget constraints are taken into account. Form 990, Part VI, Line 12c Form 990, Part VI, Line 12c: Explanation of Monitoring and Enforcement of Conflicts The Conflict of Interest Policy is provided annually to the Governing Board for their review and signature. If a conflict is noted the Trustee is asked to recuse himself from any applicable decisions. Form 990, Part VI, Line 11 Form 990, Part VI, Line 11: Form 990 Review Process The Form 990 is reviewed by the Controller and CFO. Once that review is complete, an e-mail is sent to the Governing Directors letting them know that the Form 990 is available for their review via a password protected link on the organization's website. Form 990, Part VI, Line 6 Form 990, Part VI, Line 6: Explanation of Classes of Members or Shareholder Members of the Society are defined as anyone who has contributed, or on whose behalf there has been a contribution of at least $100. Ten or more members shall constitute a quorum at any meeting. Form 990, Part VI, Line 2 Form 990, Part VI, Line 2: Description of Business or Family Relationship of Officers, Directors, Et Joan Kaplan, Trustee and Judy Margolis, Trustee have a personal relationship.Judy Margolis, Trustee and Rodney Margolis, Governing Director and Trustee have a personal relationship.Joan Kaplan, Trustee and Rodney Margolis, Governing Director and Trustee have a personal relationship.Betty Tutor, Lifetime Trustee and Jesse Tutor, Governing Director and Lifetime Trustee have a personal relationship.Cora Sue Mach, VP Education, Exec. Committee, Governing Director and Trustee and Steven P. Mach, VP, Finance & Board Governance, Exec. Committee, Governing Director and Trustee have a personal relationship.Janice Barrow, Life Trustee and Barbara McCelvey, VP, Volunteers, Exec. Committee, Gov. Director and Trustee have a personal relationship.Carolyn Mann, Trustee and Paul Mann, Trustee have a personal relationship.Stephen Tipps and Paul Morico have a business relationship. Form 990, Part III, Line 4d Form 990, Part III, Line 4d : Other Program Services Description OTHER PROGRAM SERVICES 4: Serving Houston - To honor its longstanding commitment to community service, the Houston Symphony offers free or low-cost concerts to thousands of people each year through its Music Matters! education and outreach programs. Venues include Jones Hall, Miller Outdoor Theatre and the Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion in The Woodlands, as well as schools, churches, nursing homes, community centers and shelters for the homeless. The Symphony's outreach activities also feature master classes, instrumental instruction, student competitions, small ensemble performances and lectures. These initiatives are designed to ensure that Houstonians of all ages and backgrounds, including the underserved, the economically disadvantaged and those with physical or mental disabilities, have an opportunity to learn about and enjoy outstanding orchestral music. Houston Symphony Endowment 615 Louisiana St 102 Houston TX 77002 208350227 Support the Houston Symphony TX 501(c)(3) 509(a)(3)1 N/A true false false true false true false false false false false true false false true false true false false Houston Symphony Endowment p 183120 Cost Houston Symphony Endowment c 3686970 Cost