named programs · 3 · from sources
What they call their work
Chamber Music Performances
Pre-series chamber music events featuring local musicians and ensembles such as Queen City Strings and Clarence High School students
Clarence Summer Concert Series
Annual summer concert series featuring the 55-60 member professional Clarence Summer Orchestra under Music Director Nick DelBello, offering free performances in Clarence Town Park
Guest Ensemble Appearances
Hosts visiting ensembles including the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra, Shakespeare in the Park, and The Anderson Big Band as part of the summer series
activities · 3 groups
What they do
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Free Outdoor Music Concerts 2 activities
- Presenting the Clarence Summer OrchestraPresents the Clarence Summer Orchestra, a professional ensemble that performs a diverse repertoire of classical, pops, Broadway, opera, and children's music in free outdoor concerts at Clarence Town Park, with performances relocated to Clarence High School in case of rain. The orchestra employs 55 to 60 professional musicians annually and has presented 67 consecutive seasons of performances.
- Producing a summer concert series with diverse musical ensemblesHosts a free summer concert series at Clarence Town Park featuring the Clarence Summer Orchestra, Clarence Summer Band, visiting local ensembles, and pre-series chamber music performances by students and professionals. The series includes themed concerts such as Beatles arrangements, classical works, and performances by groups like the Anderson Big Band.
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Classical and Chamber Music Performances 1 activity
- Featuring guest artists and soloists in performancesRegularly features internationally recognized soloists and guest performers such as Carol Wincenc, Elmar Oliveira, Jason Vieaux, and Téa Prokes in concert programs, including performances of concertos and special arrangements.
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Community Festival & Event Production 1 activity
- Organizing special events and community performancesOrganizes special cultural events such as Shakespeare in the Park and pre-concert dinners on the patio to enhance community engagement around the concert series.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2025
revenue
Total revenue$84K
Contributions & grants$83K98%
Program service revenue——
Investment income$2K2%
Other revenue—
expenses
Total expenses$105K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits—
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balance sheet
Total assets$82K
Cash—
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Net assets$82K
1 years on record · 2025–2025
relationships · 26
Who they work with
- Buffalo Bluegrass All Stars Partner — Participates in the concert series with a featured performance of nostalgic bluegrass music.
- Buffalo Girlchoir Partner — Collaborates with the Buffalo Girlchoir as part of community orchestra programming.
- Buffalo Musicians Association Partner — Partner organization providing musician support or collaboration for concerts.
- Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra Partner — Collaborates with guest artists from the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra.
- Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra Partner — Collaborates with or is recognized by the Clarence Concert Association, likely contributing musical or organizational expertise.
- Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra Partner — Performs a preview of its upcoming season at the Clarence concert series.
- Buffalo Silver Band Partner — Collaborates with the Buffalo Silver Band as part of community orchestra programming.
- Buffalo State College Partner — Collaborates with faculty, including Dr. Joseph Wincenc, Professor of Music, in musical leadership and performance.
- Buffalo Suzuki Strings Partner — Collaborates with the Buffalo Suzuki Strings as part of community orchestra programming.
- Cheektowaga Community Chorus Partner — Collaborates with the Cheektowaga Community Chorus as part of community orchestra programming.
- Clarence Arts & Crafts Society Partner — Collaborates with the concert association, likely integrating arts and crafts into events.
- Clarence High School Partner — Provides student musicians and venue space for performances organized by the Clarence Concert Association.
- Clarence Hollow Farmers Market Partner — Local community partner potentially involved in event programming or sponsorship.
- Easy Street Big Band Partner — Collaborates with the Easy Street Big Band as part of community orchestra programming.
- Facebook Partner — Uses Facebook as a communication channel to inform the public about concert status during uncertain weather
- Great Buffalo Youth Orchestra Partner — Collaborates with the Great Buffalo Youth Orchestra as part of community orchestra programming.
- Holy Cross Lutheran Church Partner — Community partner supporting the concert association through sponsorship or venue access.
- Queen City Strings Partner — Performs in the concert series under the direction of Clarence music teacher James Ieda.
- Shakespeare in the Park Partner — Presents a touring production as part of the concert series lineup.
- Sotto Voce Opera Collective Partner — Collaborates with the Clarence Summer Orchestra on an evening of operatic favorites.
- St. Mary's Church Partner — Community venue or organizational partner involved in supporting concert events.
- The Anderson Big Band Partner — Concludes the concert series with a "Dancing Under the Stars" performance.
- Town of Clarence Government — Local government entity supporting the Clarence Concert Association.
- Téa Prokes Partner — Featured performer with the Clarence Summer Orchestra.
- University of Sherbrooke Partner — Collaborates with faculty or affiliates from the University of Sherbrooke through featured composers such as Maxime Goulet, who teaches composition there.
- Women's Choir of Buffalo Partner — Collaborates with the Women's Choir of Buffalo as part of community orchestra programming.
strategies · 2
How they approach the work
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- Community-Supported Free Access Modelmethodology: community_supported_accessBy offering free admission to orchestral performances funded through local sponsorships and donations, the organization increases accessibility and broadens audience participation, because financial barriers are a primary constraint to cultural engagement.
- Thematic and Locally Relevant Programmingmethodology: thematic_community_programmingBy designing concert themes around the artistic evolution of influential musical groups and collaborating with locally connected composers, the organization enhances audience engagement and community ownership, because thematic continuity and local relevance deepen emotional connection and attendance.