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Rochester Music Hall of Fame Inc
Pittsford, NY · EIN 371660873 · Form 990EZ · FY2024 · NTEE A68 · Arts, Culture & Humanities · Small ($100K-$1M) · rochestermusic.org
revenue
$139K
expenses
$98K
net assets
$85K
employees
—
mission · from form 990

A)To recognize, honor and promote the appreciation of musical excellence associated with the Greater Rochester New York Region B)To annually select new nominees for induction

profile · synthesized from sources

The Rochester Music Hall of Fame Inc honors musicians and music-related contributors from the Greater Rochester, New York region. It annually inducts new members through a public ceremony and concert, celebrating local musical excellence and cultural legacy. The organization also recognizes music educators and local legends as part of its programming.

named programs · 3 · from sources

What they call their work

Local Legends Induction Category Award
Special category recognizing beloved hometown musical groups and icons for their lasting cultural impact
Ned Corman Music Educator’s Award
Annual award honoring a distinguished music educator from the Rochester area who has significantly influenced performing arts education
Rochester Music Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony
Annual event honoring new inductees from the Greater Rochester region with a concert and ceremony at the Kodak Hall at Eastman Theatre
activities · 2 groups

What they do

  • Music Awards and Honors Programs 1 activity
    • Induction of musicians and musical contributors into the Rochester Music Hall of Fame
      Annually selects and honors individuals and groups associated with the Greater Rochester, New York region for musical excellence, culminating in a formal induction process. The 2026 Induction Concert & Ceremony recognized seven honorees, including recipients of the newly introduced Local Legends Induction Category Award.
  • Recognition and Awards Programs 1 activity
    • Presentation of the Ned Corman Music Educator’s Award
      Annually presents the Ned Corman Music Educator’s Award to recognize transformative contributions to music education in the Rochester area, as demonstrated by the 2025 award to Judith Ranaletta for her impact on performing arts education.
financials · form 990EZ · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$139K
Contributions & grants$98K70%
Program service revenue$38K27%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue—
expenses
Total expenses$98K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$2K
balance sheet
Total assets$87K
Cash—
Investments—
Liabilities—
Net assets$85K
1 years on record · 2024–2024
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024

Who runs it

board members · 13
  • Erin Futterer — Director
  • Jerry Falzone — Director
  • Jim Richmond — Director
  • John Dretto — Director
  • Lisa Belodoff — Director
  • Paul Boutee' — Director
  • Rich Greene — Director
  • Scott Gudell — Director
  • Steve Czubara — Director
  • Steven Feder — Director
  • Tim Leverett — Director
  • Tony Simmons — Director
  • Will Young — Director
relationships · 2

Who they work with

  • Eastman Theatre Partner — Hosts the annual Gala Induction Ceremony at Kodak Hall at Eastman Theatre.
  • West Herr Auditorium Theatre Partner — Venue for the 2027 Rochester Music Hall of Fame Induction Concert and Ceremony.
strategies · 2

How they approach the work

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  • Cultural Legacy Recognition
    methodology: cultural_legacy_recognition
    By recognizing and honoring individuals and institutions that have contributed to Rochester's musical heritage, the organization sustains regional musical excellence and promotes public appreciation, because visibility and celebration reinforce cultural continuity and community pride.
  • Inclusive Recognition Framework
    methodology: inclusive_recognition
    By expanding recognition to include locally celebrated but less widely known artists through dedicated categories like Local Legends, the organization strengthens community engagement and representation, because inclusive categorization fosters broader participation and reflects the full spectrum of regional musical contributions.