named programs · 11 · from sources
What they call their work
Annual Tuition-Free Holiday Musical Theatre Production
Free annual production that allows students to perform in a fully staged musical theatre show
Composition and Song Writing
Programs that teach students to create original music and develop songwriting skills
Concert Series
Regular public performances by students, faculty, and guest artists
Early Childhood Music Classes
Developmental music programs for young children to build foundational musical skills
Group and Chamber Music
Ensemble-based music instruction and performance opportunities for students at various levels
Honors Academy (Pre-College Program)
Advanced training program for high-achieving students preparing for college-level music studies
Music Theory and Ear-Training
Instruction in foundational music theory, aural skills, and musicianship
Music and Art Therapy
Therapeutic programs using music and art for developmental and emotional support
Musical Theatre Classes
Training in singing, acting, and dance for musical theatre performance
Private Music Instruction
One-on-one lessons in all instruments and voice taught by professional performing and teaching artists
Summer Camps
Seasonal immersive music programs for children and teens during summer months
activities · 3 groups
What they do
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Music Education and Training Programs 4 activities
- Chamber music program with performance opportunitiesOffers a chamber music program featuring 8 coaching sessions per semester in Fall and Spring, culminating in live performances for students of all ages.
- Music and art therapy, early childhood music classes, concert series, and pre-college honors academyProvides music and art therapy services, early childhood music classes, a concert series, and a pre-college honors academy program as part of its comprehensive music education offerings.
- Private and group music instructionOffers private, semi-private, and group music lessons in all instruments including voice, music theory, ear-training, composition, and songwriting during the academic year, with private instruction also available during summer months.
- Summer music programsProvides summer programs in early childhood music, chamber music, composition, and musical theatre, emphasizing community-building and musical growth, with private instruction also available during summer.
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Puppetry and Improv Theater Programs 1 activity
- Annual tuition-free holiday musical theatre productionProduces an annual tuition-free holiday community musical theatre production open to participants ages 8 through young adult, fostering inclusive community engagement through performance.
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Classical and Chamber Music Performances 1 activity
- Biannual performance opportunities for adult studentsHosts performance opportunities for adult students twice a year in January and June, supporting ongoing musical development and public engagement.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$1.16M
Contributions & grants$223K19%
Program service revenue$858K74%
Investment income$70K6%
Other revenue$7K
expenses
Total expenses$1.40M
Program expenses79%
Admin / overhead17%
Fundraising4%
Salaries & benefits$820K
Grants paid out$51K
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$3.80M
Cash$632K
Investments$2.11M
Liabilities$565K
Net assets$3.24M
Liquid reserves23.4 mo
2 years on record · 2023–2024 · YoY revenue -49.8%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
board members · 25
- BILJANA DORDEVIC — DIRECTOR (THROUGH 5/24)
- BRIAN TOOLAN — DIRECTOR
- CAROLYN MORIARTY — VICE PRESIDENT
- CEM CEBENOYAN — DIRECTOR
- CLARE HOFFMAN — DIRECTOR
- EMLYN TRAVERAS — DIRECTOR (THROUGH 5/24)
- ERIN SEUFFERT — DIRECTOR
- GEORGE LEKOVIC — DIRECTOR (THROUGH 5/24)
- HARRIS HWANG — DIRECTOR
- JEFF ROHR — DIRECTOR (THROUGH 5/24)
- JENNIFER CEBENOYAN — DIRECTOR
- JENNIFER MONDIDO — DIRECTOR
- JOVANA LEKOVICH — DIRECTOR
- KAREN KNAPP — DIRECTOR
- KAREN LYONS VASQUEZ — DIRECTOR
- KATHLEEN SUSS — PRESIDENT/EXECUTIVE DIRECT
- LAUREL SLAUGHTER — DIRECTOR (THROUGH 5/24)
- MELINDA MAGNANI — SECRETARY
- MIRTHA KASTRAPELI — DIRECTOR
- MONICA THURMOND — DIRECTOR (THROUGH 5/24)
- RATI BAGAI — DIRECTOR
- REBECCA JONES — DIRECTOR (THROUGH 5/24)
- RUBY HWANG — TREASURER
- RYAN MOTT — DIRECTOR
- TOM DORDEVIC — DIRECTOR (THROUGH 5/24)
relationships · 3
Who they work with
- Darien Library Partner — Hosts Musical Adventures events in partnership with the Conservatory.
- Kathleen Suss Partner — Executive Director who conducts placement interviews for new students in private and semi-private instruction programs.
- Pelham Library Partner — Hosts Musical Adventures events in partnership with the Conservatory.
strategies · 2
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.
- Clinically-Based Therapeutic Arts Programmingmethodology: clinically_based_therapeutic_arts_programmingBy delivering music, art, and movement programs designed with clinical rigor, the organization supports neurodiverse individuals and older adults in healthcare settings because structured, tailored arts interventions improve well-being and functional outcomes in clinical populations.
- Developmental-Stage-Appropriate Music Educationmethodology: developmental_stage_appropriate_music_educationBy offering music programs tailored to specific ages, phases, and skill levels, the organization fosters artistic growth and skill acquisition because developmentally appropriate instruction maximizes engagement, builds confidence, and supports lifelong musical development.