named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Collaborative Performances
Joint concerts with ensembles such as the Rutgers Kirkpatrick Choir, Brooklyn Youth Chorus, and chamber orchestra Lux Nova, often at major venues like Carnegie Hall and Lincoln Center
Contemporary Music Initiative
Performance of modern and newly composed works, including the New York premiere of Scott Ordway’s The End of Rain and James Whitbourn’s Annelies based on The Diary of Anne Frank
Holiday Concert Series
Annual December performances featuring holiday-themed repertoire including Mendelssohn’s Christmas cantata, Bach’s Magnificat, and Handel’s Messiah, often with guest choirs and orchestras
Spring Concert Series
Annual concert cycle featuring major choral works such as Duruflé’s Requiem, Haydn’s Lord Nelson Mass, and Brahms’ Nänie, performed at venues including Alice Tully Hall and Church of St. Francis Xavier
activities · 3 groups
What they do
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Community Choral Rehearsals & Performances 2 activities
- Coordinate regional choral events and conferencesOrganized and coordinated the New Jersey chapter of the American Choral Directors Association summer conference in 2023.
- Hold regular rehearsals and maintain performance preparation standardsConducts weekly rehearsals for choristers on Tuesday evenings in the Upper West Side of New York City and requires members to use specified musical editions and possess all pieces in advance of each rehearsal.
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Classical and Chamber Music Performances 1 activity
- Perform choral masterworks with orchestraPerforms major choral-orchestral works by composers such as Beethoven, Brahms, Mozart, and Verdi at prominent venues including Carnegie Hall and Lincoln Center’s Alice Tully Hall, including New York premieres of contemporary works like Scott Ordway’s The End of Rain.
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Live Music Performances & Concerts 1 activity
- Present cabaret and special-format performancesStages cabaret-style performances featuring choral musicians, such as the event held at the Triad Theatre on March 22, 2026.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$125K
Contributions & grants$36K28%
Program service revenue$82K66%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$8K
expenses
Total expenses$144K
Program expenses100%
Admin / overhead0%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineFacilities
balance sheet
Total assets$70K
Cash$30K
Investments$40K
Liabilities$11
Net assets$70K
Liquid reserves5.8 mo
3 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue -1.1%
relationships · 22
Who they work with
- American Choral Directors Association Network — John Wilson served as past-president of the New Jersey chapter and coordinated its 2023 summer conference.
- Basilica of St. Patrick's Old Cathedral Partner — Venue for the May 14, 2027 concert performance.
- Basilica of St. Patrick’s Old Cathedral Partner — Venue host for May 2027 spring concert
- Church of St. Mary the Virgin Partner — Venue for the December 10, 2026 concert performance.
- Church of St. Mary the Virgin Partner — Venue host for December 2026 concert
- Danny Bristoll Photography Partner — Collaborates with the organization to photograph performances.
- HanJie Chow Partner — Photographer who documented a performance in May 2026.
- London Symphony Partner — Collaborated with RCS in performances under Dr. Patrick Gardner's direction.
- Lux Nova Partner — Collaborated with the chamber orchestra Lux Nova for performances of Fratres by Arvo Pärt and the Lord Nelson Mass by F.J. Haydn.
- Mostly Mozart Festival Partner — Presenting organization with which RCS performed under Dr. Patrick Gardner's leadership.
- Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment Partner — Collaborated with RCS in performances during Dr. Patrick Gardner's tenure.
- Riverside Church Partner — Hosts weekly rehearsals for the Riverside Choral Society.
- Rutgers Glee Club Partner — Co-presented a concert titled "A Celebration of Love & Joy" at Carnegie Hall on April 4, 2023.
- Rutgers Kirkpatrick Choir Partner — Co-presented concerts including a performance at Carnegie Hall on April 4, 2023, and a joint concert at Alice Tully Hall in 2016.
- Rutgers University Partner — Conducted the Rutgers University Choir and taught undergraduate courses in conducting and music education.
- Rutgers University Glee Club Partner — Joint performer with RCS in multiple concerts during Dr. Patrick Gardner's tenure.
- Rutgers University Kirkpatrick Choir Partner — Collaborative partner with RCS on multiple occasions under Dr. Patrick Gardner's direction.
- Rutgers University Symphony Orchestra Partner — Collaborated on a joint concert at Alice Tully Hall in 2016.
- SUNY New Paltz Partner — Collaborates with SUNY New Paltz through shared leadership; Dr. John Wilson serves as Director of Choral Activities at the institution and conductor of RCS.
- ShAy Frey Partner — Photographer documenting Riverside Choral Society events and performances.
- Triad Theatre Partner — Venue partner hosting the Cabaret performance.
- Westminster Choir College Partner — Faculty affiliation at the Summer High School Vocal Institute.
strategies · 2
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Artistic Excellence through Skilled Leadership and Performancemethodology: artistic-excellenceBy recruiting highly proficient singers, employing an experienced and recognized choral director, and performing classical masterworks with orchestral accompaniment and renowned soloists, the organization achieves high artistic quality because excellence in execution deepens audience engagement and fulfills its mission as a serious cultural institution.
- Arts for Social Impact through Equity-Centered Collaborationmethodology: arts-for-social-impactBy collaborating with ensembles and artists committed to justice, equity, and community engagement, the organization believes that high-level artistry combined with advocacy and education produces meaningful social change because music serves as a platform for dialogue and collective action.