named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Community Performances
Engagements with community groups, fraternal organizations, and special events upon request throughout Western New York
Red Blazer Holiday Show
Annual December performance featuring choral music in a holiday theme, presented to the public in Western New York
Red Blazer Varieties Show
Annual spring musical revue showcasing a diverse repertoire including classical, jazz, barbershop, show tunes, and comedy routines
Senior Citizen Concert Series
Free performances at senior living facilities across Erie County, providing musical entertainment to residents, families, and staff
activities · 6 groups
What they do
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Community Choral Rehearsals & Performances 2 activities
- Participate in regional and international choral gatheringsAnnually participates in regional and international “Big Sings,” large-scale collaborative choral events; hosted the 1998 International Big Sing in Buffalo, NY, which brought together nearly 1,000 men in performance.
- Support male choral music developmentSupports the encouragement and development of male choral music through ongoing performance, rehearsal, and community engagement activities.
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Corporate Sponsorship Programs 1 activity
- Collaborate with guest artists in performance seriesSchedules nationally known guest artists to perform in the Spring Varieties Concert series, with sponsor recognition in programs and provision of VIP tickets and reception access.
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Commissioning New Musical Works 1 activity
- Commission and premiere new choral musicPurchases and premieres new music for the chorus repertoire through sponsorships, with sponsor names permanently printed on rehearsal sheet music and recognized in concert programs.
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Live Music Performances & Concerts 1 activity
- Host annual signature performance eventsHosts an annual Holiday Show in December and Spring Musical Revue (Red Blazer Varieties Show), which includes an “after-glow” event for families and friends, continuing a tradition spanning over 75 years. Additional performances are offered upon special request.
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Classical and Chamber Music Performances 1 activity
- Perform choral music for the Western New York community and beyondProduces and performs choral music through an annual schedule of public concerts and events, including holiday and spring variety shows, reaching audiences in Western New York and other regions. The organization is currently in its 78th season of continuous performance.
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Live Music Performances for Seniors and Isolated Populations 1 activity
- Provide free performances for senior citizensDelivers free musical performances to residents, families, and staff at senior living facilities across Erie County through its annual Senior Citizen Concert Series, enhancing community engagement and access to the arts.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$58K
Contributions & grants$29K49%
Program service revenue$25K43%
Investment income$6761%
Other revenue$18
expenses
Total expenses$46K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$0
balance sheet
Total assets$54K
Cash—
Investments—
Liabilities—
Net assets$54K
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue -12.8%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 4
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brett Ransom | Artistic / Music Director | 4 | $14K |
| Tim Socha | Rehearsal Pianist | 4 | $4K |
| Jerry Morris | Librarian / Rehearsal Pianist | 4 | $810 |
| Robert Lindstrom | Music Development | 3 | $750 |
board members · 2
- Don Houck — (at-large member of Board)
- Kevin Okiec — (at-large member of Board)
relationships · 5
Who they work with
- Associated Male Choruses of America Network — Member organization participating in regional and international "Big Sings" events.
- City of Good Neighbors Partner — Host community for guest artists participating in the Spring Varieties Concert series.
- County of Erie Funder — Provides financial support through the Cultural Funding Program.
- Western New York community Partner — Recipient of choral music and entertainment from the Red Blazer Men's Chorus.
- regional consortium of male choruses in New York, Pennsylvania, and Ontario Network — Member of a regional consortium of male choruses, collaborating on shared repertoire and performances.
strategies · 3
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.
- Community-Engaged Choral Performancemethodology: community-engaged-performanceBy engaging men in choral singing and presenting public performances, the organization strengthens community connection and shared cultural experience, because collective music-making fosters social cohesion and belonging.
- Regional Artistic Collaborationmethodology: regional_artistic_collaborationBy collaborating with a network of male choruses across multiple regions, the organization amplifies its artistic impact and sustainability, because shared repertoire and coordinated performances increase efficiency, audience reach, and cultural exchange.
- Sponsorship-Enabled Artistic Enrichmentmethodology: sponsorship-enabled_artist_engagementBy securing corporate sponsorships, the organization enhances artistic quality and expands repertoire through new commissions and guest artist collaborations, because donor-linked funding directly enables higher-impact performances and broader community reach.