named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Annual Winter Concert
Yearly full-scale concert featuring a cappella male choral works, often including compositions by Takehiko Tada and Osamu Shimizu, spirituals, and J-pop arrangements
Community Outreach Performances
Mini concerts and holiday performances at churches, schools, and cultural events in the New York metropolitan area, such as the Japanese Christian Church of New Jersey and BBFL in Brooklyn
Japan Parade Participation
Annual participation in Manhattan’s Japan Parade, performing Japanese songs in public to celebrate Japanese culture and community
Spring Mini Concert
Smaller seasonal concert held in spring, showcasing repertoire in preparation for the annual concert, including guest instrumentalists and collaborative performances
activities · 2 groups
What they do
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Classical and Chamber Music Performances 1 activity
- Host annual and seasonal choral concerts in New York City and surrounding areasOrganizes and presents annual and seasonal choral concerts, including a long-running annual concert series (e.g., 22nd and 23rd editions documented) and spring concerts, primarily in New York City and nearby locations such as Oradell, NJ, and Brooklyn. These events feature formal programs with structured performances and have included guest ensembles and collaborative stages.
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Traditional & Cultural Performing Arts 1 activity
- Perform Japanese and international choral music for public and cultural eventsPresents a diverse repertoire of choral music including traditional Japanese songs, J-Pop, classical works, African American spirituals, German serenades, and Western pop hits through live performances. The group performs at cultural festivals, parades (e.g., Japan Parade in Manhattan), school events, religious institutions, and official sports games, introducing Japanese choral traditions to American audiences.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2025
revenue
Total revenue$58K
Contributions & grants$30K53%
Program service revenue$12K21%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue—
expenses
Total expenses$49K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits$17K
Grants paid out—
balance sheet
Total assets$15K
Cash—
Investments—
Liabilities—
Net assets$15K
3 years on record · 2022–2025 · YoY revenue +13.1%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2025
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
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| RYUJI YAMAUCHI | MUSIC DIRECTOR | 21 | $15K |
board members · 3
- GAKU AIZAWA — TREASURER, FINANCE DIRECTOR
- TAKAYUKI SHIMIZU — PRESIDENT, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
- TOSHIHITO SASAO — SECRETARY, ASSISTANT CONDUCTOR AND HR DIRECTOR
relationships · 16
Who they work with
- BBFL Partner — Hosted the Men's Glee Club of New York for a performance at their Holiday Party.
- Circle Wind Boys and Girls Choir Partner — Collaborates with the organization during the Christmas special stage performance.
- Circle Wind Boys and Girls Choir Partner — Featured as special guest performers at the Men's Glee Club of New York's annual spring concert.
- Japan Parade Partner — Participated in the Japan Parade as performers celebrating Japanese culture.
- Japanese Christian Church of New Jersey Partner — Hosted a mini concert at the church.
- Japanese Christian Church of New Jersey (JCCNJ) Partner — Hosted a mini concert by the Men's Glee Club of New York.
- New York Mets Partner — Invited the group to perform the U.S. National Anthem at official games in 2013 and 2014.
- New York Yankees Partner — Invited the group to perform the U.S. National Anthem at official games from 2014 to 2016.
- Parkside Harmony Partner — Collaborated with Parkside Harmony, a male choir from Hershey, PA, as guest performers at the 2023 Annual Concert.
- Parkside Harmony Partner — Performed jointly at the 22nd Annual Concert.
- Squarespace Partner — Website hosting and technology platform provider
- The Church of The Holy Trinity Partner — Hosted the 23rd Annual Concert at its location on East 88th Street in New York.
- The Church of the Holy Trinity Partner — Hosted the Men's Glee Club of New York's spring mini concert at its venue.
- The Church of the Holy Trinity Partner — Hosted the concert at Draesel Hall.
- The Men's Glee Club of New York Partner — Co-hosted or collaborated on the 3rd Annual Spring Concert.
- The Oradell Public School Partner — Hosted the Men's Glee Club of New York for a mini concert in its auditorium.
strategies · 1
How they approach the work
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- Cultural Exchange Through Choral Performancemethodology: cultural_exchange_through_performanceBy performing a diverse repertoire of Japanese, Western classical, African American spiritual, and contemporary J-Pop music in a cappella choral format, the organization fosters cross-cultural understanding between Japan and the United States because shared artistic expression builds mutual appreciation and community engagement across cultural lines.