named programs · 5 · from sources
What they call their work
21 Sessions
Monthly event series (2021–2022) exploring intersections of music, art, and humanities through performances, discussions, and lectures
Artemisia Akademie
Summer program for pianists aged 12–18 featuring mentorship, masterclasses, and collaborative learning at the Banff Centre
Artemisia Laureate Program
Identifies and supports an exceptional young pianist each cycle with a major recital and community outreach activities
Mentors Project
Initiative pairing young pianists with established artists for guidance and professional development
Sessions in the Vault
Concert series held at Chelsea Wine Vault in NYC, showcasing emerging pianists in an intimate acoustic setting
activities · 7 groups
What they do
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Classical and Chamber Music Performances 2 activities
- Presenting and developing gifted pianists through performances and master classesOrganizes high-profile recitals, master classes, and performance opportunities for emerging and laureate pianists at major venues and institutions such as The Juilliard School, often in collaboration with partners like Steinway & Sons. Includes selecting a Laureate pianist and providing them with public performance and outreach opportunities.
- Recording and archiving performances to expand access to classical musicRecords and archives piano performances to share classical music with young people who lack access to cultural institutions, increasing equitable access to the arts.
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Arts Education Professional Development 1 activity
- Coaching musicians on professional collaboration and improvisationHosts coaching sessions and virtual discussions on topics such as professional collaboration and musical improvisation, featuring artists like Leah Hawkins and Noam Sivan.
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Arts Education Scholarships 1 activity
- Granting scholarships to support young pianistsAwards scholarships to young pianists during formal events, such as those held at the Morgan Library & Museum, to advance their musical education and career development.
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Live Music Performances & Concerts 1 activity
- Hosting public and hybrid cultural events exploring music and the humanitiesHosts monthly public and hybrid events, including the 21 Sessions series and The Stella Series, that explore connections between music, art, and the humanities, particularly during the pandemic period from 2021 to 2022.
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Music Education and Training Programs 1 activity
- Operating educational and mentorship programs for young pianistsProvides structured development programs for young pianists, including master classes, mentoring, and collaborative initiatives such as a week-long program with the Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity for pianists aged 18 and above.
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Medical Research Funding 1 activity
- Supporting medical research on music’s impact on healthFunds and supports medical research investigating the effects of music on disease and patient pain reduction.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Conducting in-depth explorations of Beethoven’s worksHosts artistic and pedagogical explorations of Beethoven’s piano sonatas, including Op. 7 and Op. 90, through performances, discussions, and written contributions such as architect Hanson Liu’s analysis of Beethoven’s daily walks and creative process.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$31K
Contributions & grants$31K100%
Program service revenue——
Investment income——
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expenses
Total expenses$65K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits$21K
Grants paid out$15K
balance sheet
Total assets$77K
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Net assets$77K
3 years on record · 2021–2024 · YoY revenue -58.3%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| TEMA BLACKSTONE | PRESIDENT, TREASURER/DIREC | 2 | $21K |
board members · 5
- ELINOR HOOVER — DIRECTOR
- MARINA PAPERNY — DIRECTOR
- MISCHA KOWALL — CLERK/DIRECTOR
- ROBERT BLOCKER — DIRECTOR
- VEDA KAPLINSKY — DIRECTOR
relationships · 24
Who they work with
- Alan Zachary & Michael Weiner Partner — Participating artists in The Stella Series.
- Aliya Alsafa Partner — Fellow alum and featured individual associated with the Artemisia Akademie.
- American Ballet Theatre Partner — Engaged in dance and music collaborations featuring a soloist from the American Ballet Theatre.
- Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity Partner — Collaborated on a development program for pianists.
- Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity Partner — Collaborates on a week-long program for young pianists in June 2026.
- Caroline Hsu Partner — Fellow alum and featured individual associated with the Artemisia Akademie.
- Chelsea Guo Partner — Fellow alum and featured individual associated with the Artemisia Akademie.
- Chick Corea Partner — Performed with Laureate Maxim Lando and Lang Lang.
- Griffin Matthews Partner — Participating artist in The Stella Series.
- Joonhyoung Kim Partner — Fellow alum and featured individual associated with the Artemisia Akademie.
- Lang Lang Partner — Performed with Laureate Maxim Lando and Chick Corea.
- Lang Lang Foundation Partner — Co-hosted three events in collaboration with the Lang Lang Foundation.
- Matt Gould Partner — Participating artist in The Stella Series.
- Maxim Lando Partner — Fellow alum and featured individual associated with the Artemisia Akademie.
- Morgan Library & Museum Partner — Hosts an event featuring a tour, luncheon, and scholarship granting by the Artemisia Foundation.
- Phillip Hoover Partner — Fellow alum and featured individual associated with the Artemisia Akademie.
- Royal Music Society Partner — Participated in a music festival organized by the society.
- Salon Séance Partner — Partner organization that performed at the Chelsea Wine Vault as part of the Sessions in the Vault series.
- Steinway & Sons Partner — Presents a masterclass and formal recital with Hung-Kuan Chen in April 2026.
- Stephen Schwartz Partner — Participating artist in The Stella Series.
- Sunny Zhang Partner — Fellow alum and featured individual associated with the Artemisia Akademie.
- The Juilliard School Partner — Collaborated to record and present piano performances by students.
- The Juilliard School Partner — Hosted a masterclass for Artemisia Foundation fellows.
- young pianists Partner — Supports and champions young pianists through performance opportunities and advocacy.
strategies · 4
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.
- Artistic Excellence for Community Accessmethodology: arts_for_career_and_communityBy presenting gifted pianists in high-quality concert venues and facilitating volunteer performances, the organization advances artists’ careers while delivering culturally enriching, restorative musical experiences to underserved and vulnerable populations, because access to elite artistry promotes equity and healing.
- Interdisciplinary and Process-Centered Learningmethodology: process_centered_interdisciplinaryBy emphasizing exploration, intellectual inquiry, and connections across music, art, and the humanities, the organization cultivates deeper engagement and creativity, because a process-centered, interdisciplinary approach fosters holistic artistic and personal growth.
- Mentorship-Driven Artist Developmentmethodology: mentorship_and_developmentBy pairing emerging pianists with experienced mentors through master classes, peer networks, and alumni-led guidance, the organization fosters technical growth, artistic identity, and leadership, because sustained mentorship accelerates creative development and builds intergenerational responsibility in the arts.
- Music as Therapeutic Interventionmethodology: music_as_medicine_researchBy funding research on music’s physiological and psychological impacts, the organization advances the use of music as a clinical tool for pain and disease management, because empirical validation enables broader adoption of music-based therapies in medical settings.