irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $166KSUMMER ARTS PROGRAM FOR CHILDREN AGES 6-16 IS HELD FOR FOUR-SIX WEEKS IN THE SUMMER AND PROVIDES MUSIC, DRAMA AND ARTS PROGRAMS TO NEW AND CONTINUING STUDENTS.
- #2 $126KPROGRAMS FOR YOUNG CHILDREN, INCLUDING DALCROZE MUSIC INSTRUCTION IN GROUP CLASSES.
named programs · 5 · from sources
What they call their work
Chamber Music Program
Ensemble program allowing students to collaborate with peers, build ensemble skills, and perform repertoire through placement auditions.
Dalcroze Music Instruction
Group classes in Dalcroze eurhythmics for young children to develop musicality through movement.
Honors Program
Program for gifted and committed students selected through auditions, designed to prepare them for national and international competitions.
Outreach Program
Program through which students and faculty bring music performances to senior centers, nursing homes, community festivals, and Head Start programs in Westchester County.
Summer Arts Program
Summer program for children ages 6-16 offering music, drama, and arts instruction over four to six weeks.
activities · 5 groups
What they do
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Music Education and Training Programs 3 activities
- Chamber Music ProgramOffers a Chamber Music Program that enables students to collaborate with fellow musicians, develop ensemble skills, and study repertoire in a supportive and challenging setting.
- Honors Program for gifted music studentsOperates an Honors Program for gifted and committed music students, which includes participation in student recitals and has produced prize-winning performers in national and international competitions.
- Music education programs and private instructionOffers comprehensive music education through private lessons, early childhood classes, ensembles, and access to a faculty of distinguished performers and educators in Westchester County, contributing to national recognition for excellence.
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Live Music Performances for Seniors and Isolated Populations 1 activity
- Community outreach performancesConducts an outreach program in which students and faculty perform at senior centers, nursing homes, community festivals, Head Start programs, and public events throughout Westchester County.
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Early Childhood Music Education 1 activity
- Dalcroze music instruction for young childrenProvides Dalcroze music instruction in group classes for young children, serving 120 students according to recent program data.
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Summer Day Camp Programs 1 activity
- Summer arts program for childrenOperates an annual summer arts program for children ages 6–16, offering instruction in music, drama, and arts over a period of four to six weeks.
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Volunteer Engagement and Capacity Support 1 activity
- Volunteer engagement and community serviceEngages volunteers in supporting special events, administrative functions, and professional service contributions, while offering community service credit opportunities for high school student volunteers.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$4.53M
Contributions & grants$595K13%
Program service revenue$3.80M84%
Investment income$123K3%
Other revenue$7K
expenses
Total expenses$4.38M
Program expenses76%
Admin / overhead21%
Fundraising2%
Salaries & benefits$3.38M
Grants paid out$135K
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$5.44M
Cash$1.12M
Investments$2.47M
Liabilities$1.02M
Net assets$4.43M
Liquid reserves9.8 mo
6 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue +8.8%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 3
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gabriella Sanna | Executive Dir. | 50 | $206K |
| Christopher Kenniff | Dean | 40 | $189K |
| German Rodriguez | Dir. of Finance | 30 | $146K |
board members · 15
- CATHYFRIEDMAN — Trustee
- DALYAKHAN — Vice Chair
- DANAMATSUSHITA — Chairman
- DOROTHYLEEHAN — Trustee
- Debra Kolodner — Trustee
- GREGORYEBARTON — Treasurer
- JANETKORINS — Secretary
- JANICESTARR — Trustee
- MICHAELCHUN — Trustee
- REBECCAMAY — Trustee
- RHONDAKOST — Trustee
- SANJAYRAJPAL — Trustee
- SUZIE HAHN — Trustee
- TERRI SIMON — Trustee
- WARRENHABER — Trustee
relationships · 13
Who they work with
- Columbia Network — HBMS alumni attend Columbia University, indicating an educational pathway relationship.
- Eastman Network — HBMS alumni attend Eastman School of Music, indicating an educational pathway relationship.
- Harvard Network — HBMS alumni attend Harvard University, indicating an educational pathway relationship.
- Juilliard Network — HBMS alumni attend Juilliard, indicating an educational pathway relationship.
- Kinhaven Music School Partner — April Johnson serves on the faculty of the Adult Chamber Music Workshop during summer months.
- Mannes College of Music Partner — Faculty members teach at Mannes College of Music, indicating a professional affiliation.
- Microsoft Office Partner — Uses Microsoft Office Forms for volunteer interest intake
- Mount Vernon Music Academy Partner — Satellite music program affiliated with Hoff-Barthelson Music School where April Johnson began her career as Dean.
- NYU Network — HBMS alumni attend New York University, indicating an educational pathway relationship.
- Northwestern Network — HBMS alumni attend Northwestern University, indicating an educational pathway relationship.
- The Manhattan School of Music Partner — Faculty members teach at The Manhattan School of Music, indicating a professional affiliation.
- University of Michigan Network — HBMS alumni attend the University of Michigan, indicating an educational pathway relationship.
- Yale Network — HBMS alumni attend Yale University, indicating an educational pathway relationship.
strategies · 5
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.
- Collaborative Musicianship Modelmethodology: collaborative_music_educationBy engaging students in chamber music ensembles, the school develops advanced musicianship through collaboration, mutual accountability, and interaction with meaningful repertoire, because small-group performance fosters technical growth, listening skills, and artistic sensitivity in a balanced, supportive environment.
- Experiential Music Learning through Movementmethodology: dalcroze_methodBy teaching music through movement and physical engagement, particularly using the Dalcroze method, young children develop deeper musical understanding and retention because embodied learning strengthens cognitive and emotional connections to music.
- Personalized Instruction with Professional Artist-Educatorsmethodology: artist-educator modelBy matching students with highly trained, active professional musicians who tailor instruction to individual goals and learning styles, the school enhances musical development because personalized teaching from artist-educators combines technical excellence with adaptive pedagogy.
- Sequential and Comprehensive Curriculum Integrationmethodology: sequential and comprehensive curriculumBy delivering a structured progression of private instruction, theory, composition, improvisation, and performance with guest artists, the school ensures holistic musical development because integrating multiple modalities deepens understanding and maintains long-term engagement.
- Whole-Person Music Educationmethodology: whole-person approachBy integrating musical training with personal development, the school fosters growth in focus, self-confidence, empathy, and leadership because shared music-making and performance create transformative social and emotional experiences alongside technical skill-building.