$1,683 raised by 11 donors
17% complete
$10,000 Goal
The Orchestra of New Spain (ONS) is a period-instrument baroque orchestra and chorus specializing in the music of Spain and its sphere of New World influence. Fully professional and based in Dallas since 1989 to celebrate the place of the Catedral Santuario de Guadalupe in the aborning Arts District. The Orchestra's repertory comes from the rediscoveries of our founder and Artistic Director of the virtually unknown manuscripts in the court and cathedrals of 18th-century Spain.
ONS was founded to bring a more equitable cultural presence to the Hispanic population of the city of Dallas by producing concerts and educational opportunities representative of historic Hispanic culture.
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This Giving Tuesday we ask that you consider making. donation to fund The Orchestra of New Spain's In-School Lessons and Summer Strings Camp in partnership with the Dallas Independent School District.
Over the last 20 years, ONS has incorporated educational activities with students in Dallas ISD, providing young people a free or low-cost way to engage with the arts. ONS is passionate about maintaining this mission, particularly as the Hispanic student population in Dallas ISD is 70%. The current focus in the classical music world centers on non-Hispanic composers, ONS hopes to create a sense of belonging for the large number of young musicians in our city who are Spanish-speaking, introducing Classical Hispanic music into their cultural diet.
The free In-School Lesson Program, low-cost Summer Strings Camp, and a free annual field trip to an ONS production use the arts to serve Dallas ISD students. This first exposure to theater for many students provokes wide-eyed and spell-bound reactions where a stage production featuring their language is being spoken and sung by young people who look like them.
We aim to provide high-quality experiences to Dallas ISD students and by doing so, to attract like-minded individuals to our board, promoting the music of Hispanic culture in DFW.
We reached 2300 students with the 24-25 In-School Lesson program! ONS tutors at Summer Strings Camp 2025 worked with 230 students throughout a week of intensive orchestral ensemble training in June! Your gifts help make these opportunities possible!
You contribution will go toward funding our In-School Lesson program with Dallas ISD as well as Summer Strings Camp in June 2026.
We reached 2300 students with the 24-25 In-School Lesson program! ONS tutors at Summer Strings Camp 2025 worked with 230 students throughout a week of intensive orchestral ensemble training in June! Your gifts help make these opportunities possible!
Please consider donating to help us fund the year of In-School Lessons and raise funds for 5 days of instruction at Summer Strings Camp.
Introduction in concert of the neglected repertory of the Spanish and New World 17th and 18th centuries, and exploration of the Hispanic heritage of which it is a part; educating the public on the importance of the repertory and its broader cultural implications.
All employees, volunteers and patrons are valued and respected, regardless of race, ethnicity, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, religion, age or disability. We strive to reflect our community and our musical culture and to respect and inspire all people equally.
Equity: The Orchestra of New Spain provides a working environments without prejudice or discrimination, providing fairness for all.
Diversity: The Orchestra of New Spain believes that diverse perspectives, cultural histories, life experiences and personal stories enrich the production of our repertoire and stimulate innovation.
Inclusion: The Orchestra of New Spain works to establish new connections and relationships within local community and internationally, broadening access to the arts, adding a richness to our art form and affirming the contributions of our community.
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Action Items:
* Our job descriptions are consistently inclusive, offer flexibility of work times and educational background, and on-the-job training. We welcome women and people from traditionally underrepresented groups.
* Our board is committed to including diverse representation.
* Educational program (i.e. musical lessons provided to underserved students in the Dallas Independent School District) is based on the belief that everyone deserves equal access to a full, vibrant creative life, a cornerstone of a healthy and democratic society.
* Our performance venues are varied and located in a range of neighborhoods throughout the community.
* We work with local leaders to communicate and invite people to attend who would normally not be aware of our performances.
* We work to make all attendees feel welcome and appreciated by greeting each attendee personally.
Organization name
Orchestra of New Spain
other names
Pegasus Musical Society
Causes
Arts & Humanities
Operating Budget
$250,000 - $499,999
Counties Served
Dallas
BIPOC Serving
Hispanic or Latinx
Address
11615 Forest Central Dr Ste 206