The Utica Symphony Orchestra, as one of only a small number of professional symphonies serving Central New York, provides high quality symphonic music that is accessible to all residents of our region; and actively contributes to the economic, social and educational development of the Mohawk Valley through performance and outreach activities. Programs are funded, in part, by the New York Council on the Arts and the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historical Preservation.  The Utica Symphony Orchestra is a member of the American Symphony Orchestra League, the Stanley Center for the Arts and the Mohawk Valley Chamber of Commerce.