CLASSICAL SINGING AND NEW YORK IN JUNE INC

NEW YORK, NY · EIN 460616060 · Form 990EZ · FY2021 · Micro (<$100K) · classicalsingingny.org

revenue

$70K

expenses

$59K

net assets

$121K

employees

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mission · from form 990

MAIN PURPOSE IS TO BRING TO A VARIETY OF STUDENTS THE CULTURE THAT IS NEW YORK CITY AND TO EXPOSE THEM TO ACCOMPLISHED PEOPLE IN THEIR FIELD OF LEARNING.

profile · synthesized from sources

Classical Singing and New York in June Inc supports advanced vocal and collaborative arts training for students through masterclasses and mentorship with renowned artists and educators. The program emphasizes exposure to accomplished professionals in the field of classical singing, particularly those affiliated with leading institutions like The Juilliard School and the Metropolitan Opera. Based in New York City, it aims to connect students with cultural and educational opportunities in the city's vibrant performing arts community.

named programs · 1 · from sources

What they call their work

Ellen Faull Masterclass Series

Provides advanced training in classical singing through masterclasses led by distinguished faculty, offering students direct mentorship from leading artists and educators in the field.

activities · 4 groups

What they do

Opera and Vocal Arts Training Programs 2 activities
- Delivery of masterclasses and vocal coaching at major opera companies and international venues
  
  Conducts masterclasses and provides vocal coaching for young artists at institutions including the Metropolitan Opera National Council, Houston Grand Opera, The Curtis Institute of Music, and international venues in Japan, Mexico, and Italy. Also provides language and diction coaching for productions at the Metropolitan Opera and Santa Fe Opera, including major works such as Der Ring des Nibelungen and Fidelio.
- Intensive summer training program for young singers and pianists
  
  Offers an 18-day residential training program in New York City for up to 16 emerging vocalists and pianists aged 18–35, featuring daily instruction in voice, vocal coaching, diction, and masterclasses, culminating in a public recital at a recognized NYC venue. The program was conducted in person from May 30 to June 16, 2023, with participants required to perform in approximately five masterclasses and attend cultural activities.
Educational Field Trips and Experiential Outings 1 activity
- Cultural enrichment activities for program participants
  
  Organizes guided cultural excursions for training program participants, including walking tours across the Brooklyn Bridge and through Harlem, day trips to Williamsburg, the Staten Island Ferry, and a Japanese mega-supermarket in New Jersey, as well as attendance at concerts and Broadway shows in New York City.
Financial Aid and Scholarship Access Programs 1 activity
- Funding scholarships for training program participants
  
  Provides scholarship support to participants in the summer training program through dedicated funds, including two full-tuition and housing scholarships awarded via the Charles Hamlen Memorial Scholarships (funded by the Northlands Foundation) and additional assistance through the Howard Olian Memorial Scholarship Fund. Donations are used to expand scholarship offerings for those who otherwise could not attend.
Music Education and Training Programs 1 activity
- Provision of vocal and collaborative piano instruction at academic and festival institutions
  
  Provides voice instruction, diction coaching, and collaborative piano education at major music institutions including The Juilliard School, Mannes School of Music, CUNY Graduate Center, and SongFest, and holds faculty or leadership roles at Aspen Music Festival, Marlboro Music Festival, and Westminster Choir College. Also maintains a private voice studio in New York.

financials · form 990EZ · fy2021

revenue

Total revenue$70K

Contributions & grants$37K52%

Program service revenue$33K47%

Investment income$130%

Other revenue—

expenses

Total expenses$59K

Program expenses—

Admin / overhead—

Fundraising—

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balance sheet

Total assets$121K

Cash—

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Liabilities—

Net assets$121K

1 years on record · 2021–2021

leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2021

Who runs it

paid leadership · 2

Name	Title	Hours/wk	Compensation
DONNA GILL	VICE PRESIDE	5	$10K
JANE OLIAN	PRESIDENT	5	$10K

relationships · 17

Who they work with

Articomm Partner — Designed and developed the organization's website.
Classical Action: Performing Arts Against AIDS Partner — Named in a list of supporters, indicating a partnership or affiliation.
Curtis Institute of Music Partner — Shares faculty and collaborates on vocal and opera training initiatives.
Donna Gill Partner — Co-founded Classical Singing and New York in June in 2008 to provide intensive vocal training combined with cultural immersion in New York City.
Houston Grand Opera Partner — Engages in vocal coaching and production support through shared faculty expertise.
IMG Artists Management Partner — Collaborates with IMG Artists Management through faculty member Charles Hamlen.
Jane Olian Partner — Co-founded Classical Singing and New York in June in 2008 to expand summer vocal training opportunities in New York City.
Jim Mackin Partner — Guided walking tours for CSNY participants through Harlem and Brooklyn.
Manhattan School of Music Partner — Hosted some classes for CSNY in June.
Mannes School of Music Partner — Shares faculty and contributes to voice instruction programs.
Metropolitan Opera Partner — Collaborates through faculty participation in conducting, language coaching, and vocal training programs.
Northlands Foundation Funder — Funded the Charles Hamlen Memorial Scholarships for CSNY in June.
Santa Fe Opera Partner — Engages in language coaching, production preparation, and artist development through shared faculty involvement.
SongFest Partner — Shares faculty for summer training programs focused on art song.
The Juilliard School Partner — Collaborates through shared faculty appointments and educational programming in vocal and collaborative piano training.
The Juilliard School Partner — Hosted some classes for CSNY in June.
Étude Arts Partner — Collaborates with Étude Arts through faculty member Bill Palant.

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.

Cultural Immersion as Artistic Development

methodology: cultural_immersion_training
By immersing students in New York City's cultural environment and leveraging its artistic resources, the program enhances classical singing training because engagement with a rich cultural ecosystem deepens artistic growth and professional perspective.
Donation-Subsidized Access and Equity

methodology: donation-subsidized_programming
By using donations to supplement participant fees and fund scholarships, the program increases access and diversity because financial barriers are reduced, enabling talented students from varied economic backgrounds to participate.
Legacy-Based Pedagogical Continuity

methodology: legacy-based_pedagogy
By upholding the teaching methods and mentorship model of Ellen Faull, the program ensures pedagogical consistency and artistic rigor because a defined, respected lineage strengthens instructional quality and institutional identity.
Mentorship Through Professional Faculty

methodology: faculty-mentorship
By engaging accomplished professionals and industry experts as faculty and mentors, the program develops classical singers because direct access to experienced role models improves technical training, career readiness, and artistic confidence.
Participant-Centered Cultural Access

methodology: participant-centered_cultural_immersion
By providing personalized logistical support and guidance, participants engage with New York City’s cultural offerings at their own pace because tailored access increases meaningful immersion and reduces barriers to independent exploration.