named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Band & Vocal Workshops
Group programs that allow students to rehearse and perform in live band or vocal group settings, with tracks for college prep and non-curriculum skill development.
Power Through Performance (PTP)
Inclusive program providing mentorship, affordable training, and professional performance opportunities for musicians with disabilities; includes peer mentorship and career advocacy.
Private Music Lessons
One-on-one instruction in guitar, bass, piano, drums, voice, woodwinds, brass, audio production, theory, and more, taught by experienced faculty for students of all ages and skill levels.
Rehearsal Studios
Professional-grade rehearsal spaces available for rent, equipped with instruments, P.A. systems, lighting, and backline gear for bands and performers.
activities · 3 groups
What they do
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Music Education and Training Programs 5 activities
- Band and vocal ensemble programsOffers Band & Vocal Workshops that enable students to rehearse, collaborate, and perform in live band or vocal group settings with professional guidance, including the formation of ensembles such as the Lagond All-Star Band.
- Music college and career preparationProvides long-term music instruction and specialized programs that prepare students for college admissions, auditions, and professional performance opportunities, including the development of portfolios and sonic identity; supports students who have won awards, scholarships, and conservatory placements.
- Music instruction across multiple instruments and subjectsProvides private and group music lessons for students of all ages in instruments including piano, guitar, voice, saxophone, and drums, as well as music-related subjects such as music theory, songwriting, audio production, and music engineering at Lagond Music School.
- Power Through Performance program for musicians with disabilitiesRuns an ongoing initiative that provides weekly rehearsals, professional instruction, mentorship, and performance opportunities for musicians with disabilities, including forming bands and collaborating with local organizations for public and private performances.
- Student recitals and pre-professional performancesOrganizes and presents student recitals and pre-professional performances across fall, spring, and summer semesters, providing community entertainment and real-world performance experience.
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Nonprofit Music Recording and Distribution 1 activity
- Original music creation and releaseSupports students and faculty in creating and releasing original music, including the release of over 70 songs and 14 music projects between 2019 and 2023 on a regular schedule, and the production of a 2024 debut jazz album featuring professional artists.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Research and publication in audio engineeringConducted and presented research on vocal mixing techniques, resulting in a paper published at the Audio Engineering Society's International Conference in 2015.
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financials · form 990 · fy2023
revenue
Total revenue$502K
Contributions & grants$302K60%
Program service revenue$189K38%
Investment income$2K0%
Other revenue$9K
expenses
Total expenses$433K
Program expenses82%
Admin / overhead18%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$121K
Grants paid out$250
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$273K
Cash$215K
Investments$7K
Liabilities$27K
Net assets$246K
Liquid reserves6.2 mo
5 years on record · 2019–2023 · YoY revenue -36.2%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2023
Who runs it
paid leadership · 2
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| CHARLES LAGOND | VICE PRESIDENT | 40 | $50K |
| ROSANNE LANA | PRESIDENT | 40 | $50K |
board members · 8
- AMY PASSINGHAM — BOARD OF DIRECTORS
- CHRIS ABAD — BOARD OF DIRECTORS
- ED APPELBAUM — BOARD OF DIRECTORS
- ELEANOR SCHWARTZ — BOARD OF DIRECTORS
- JEFF LASDON — BOARD OF DIRECTORS
- JEFF SCHLOSSER — BOARD OF DIRECTORS
- JONATHAN BISGAIER — BOARD OF DIRECTORS
- SHARI APPELBAUM — BOARD OF DIRECTORS
relationships · 23
Who they work with
- American Musical and Dramatic Academy Partner — David Cady teaches musical theatre performance at AMDA.
- Association of Popular Music Education Network — Member organization in the field of popular music education.
- Audio Engineering Society Partner — Presented and published research at the AES International Conference.
- Avid Partner — Recipient of the Best Studio Production award from Avid for original song production.
- Bosphorus Cymbals Partner — Jerad Lippi is a Bosphorus Cymbals artist, indicating an endorsement and collaborative relationship with the company.
- CUNY Partner — Lecturer who developed and taught courses in music production, composition, and music history.
- Charlie Lagond Network — Director at Lagond Music School where Paul Maddison teaches.
- Conservatory of Music at SUNY Purchase Partner — Chris Anderson has taught studio composition and production master classes at the Conservatory of Music SUNY Purchase since 2014.
- Diller Quaile Music School Partner — Claire served as Chairman of the Board from 1990–1993, indicating an institutional affiliation.
- Jazz Education Network Network — Member organization supporting jazz education.
- Local 802 Musicians Union Partner — Professional affiliation with the New York City musicians union.
- New York Horns Partner — Co-founded musical ensemble with John Isley, producing two commercial recordings.
- Old Gods Of Appalachia Partner — Provides audio engineering and tour management services for the podcast Old Gods Of Appalachia.
- Purchase College Partner — Nicky Barbato serves as a professor in the Studio Composition department, indicating a professional affiliation with Lagond Music School's faculty engaged in higher education.
- Riverdale Country School Partner — Institution where Chris Anderson has taught music since 2016.
- SUNY Purchase Partner — Alumnus of the Studio Production program, graduated Summa Cum Laude in 2023.
- SUNY Purchase College Partner — Alumni and current graduate student institution where Kerryn Prieto earned a B.A. in Liberal Arts and is pursuing a Master’s in Studio Composition.
- Sarah Lawrence College Partner — Institution where Chris Anderson has taught music since 2016.
- Southside Johnny and the Asbury Jukes Partner — Longstanding musical collaboration since 1998 involving performance, arrangement, and recording.
- The Allman Brothers Band Partner — Collaborated as horn arranger and lead trumpet player during the Beacon Theater residency.
- University of Miami’s Frost School of Music Network — Lagond Music School alum received a presidential scholarship to study Studio Jazz.
- Westchester Community College Partner — Alumni institution where Kerryn Prieto earned an Associate’s Degree in Performing Arts.
- Zeffer Funder — Hosts the donation platform for Lagond Music School Inc.
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.
- Experiential and Personalized Learning for Artistic Developmentmethodology: experiential and personalized music educationBy personalizing instruction and emphasizing immediate, hands-on practice, students discover their authentic artistic voice and build self-sufficiency because learning is rooted in individual expression and active creation rather than rote instruction.
- Inclusive Performance Empowerment Modelmethodology: power-through-performanceBy providing ensemble performance opportunities for musicians with disabilities, the school fosters empowerment, belonging, and musical growth because inclusion in collaborative, high-expectation settings promotes identity development and skill advancement.
- Performance-Integrated Music Educationmethodology: performance-based music educationBy integrating music instruction with regular public performance opportunities, students develop technical mastery, artistic confidence, and professional readiness because real-world application reinforces learning and builds experiential competence.