irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $0MUSIC EDUCATION
named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Community Service Events
Participation in local events such as the Queens Farm Museum tree lighting ceremony, providing musical performances for public community gatherings.
Fall Concert Season
Annual choral performances featuring repertoire from great choral masterpieces to popular all-time favorites, open to auditioned community members.
Holiday Concert
Seasonal performance event showcasing choral music, such as the December 2025 concert, bringing together singers and audiences for festive programming.
Open Rehearsals and Auditions
Events designed to engage new members, allowing observation or participation in rehearsals and formal auditions for inclusion in the chorus.
activities · 5 groups
What they do
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Community Festival & Event Production 1 activity
- Organize community events and outreach performancesHosts and participates in community events such as a Halloween drive-thru, a strawberry festival, and a tree lighting ceremony at the Queens Farm Museum, as well as carol-singing events at Flushing Hospital, to engage and serve local audiences.
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Classical and Chamber Music Performances 1 activity
- Present choral performances for the Queens communityProduces and performs choral music, including major works such as Handel's "Messiah" and Verdi’s Requiem, at venues across Queens, such as community colleges, churches, parks, and high schools, as well as special events like holiday concerts and community festivals. Performances include collaborations with ensembles like the Queens Symphony and have drawn audiences of up to 900.
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Music Education and Training Programs 1 activity
- Provide music education and training for studentsOffers educational programming and hands-on choral experience to high school and college students through weekly rehearsals and performances with the Oratorio Society of Queens. The program includes instruction in music theory, voice production, and stage presence, with waived membership and music fees for all student participants.
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Recognition and Awards Programs 1 activity
- Recognize long-standing member contributionsRecognizes members with 20 or more years of service through the Conductor's Circle, a program that honors sustained commitment to the organization.
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Commissioning New Musical Works 1 activity
- Support artistic collaboration and new music creationCommissions and arranges music through collaborations with invited composers, such as Yunhee Cho, to enhance its choral repertoire and performance offerings.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$180K
Contributions & grants$128K71%
Program service revenue$31K17%
Investment income$16K9%
Other revenue$5K
expenses
Total expenses$177K
Program expenses62%
Admin / overhead38%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$32K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$504K
Cash$486K
Investments$0
Liabilities$2K
Net assets$502K
Liquid reserves33.0 mo
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +17.5%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
board members · 3
- EILEEN SCOTT — DIRECTOR
- JAMES TRENT — DIRECTOR
- STEPHEN TAYLOR — DIRECTOR
relationships · 22
Who they work with
- Aaron Copland School of Music Partner — Institution where a current OSQ member is pursuing a graduate degree in Music Education.
- Creedmoor Civic News Partner — Local civic association newsletter with which a board member has long-standing editorial involvement.
- Flushing Council on Culture and the Arts Network — Charter Member of the Flushing Council on Culture and the Arts
- Kean University Partner — Faculty member at Kean University for 15 years, teaching Voice and Opera.
- National Association of Teachers of Singing Network — Active member and elected president of NATS South Korea Chapter.
- New York Choral Consortium Network — Member of the New York Choral Consortium
- Queens College Partner — Conducted the QC Vocal Ensemble, QC Choir, and QC Choral Society at Queens College.
- Queens County Farm Museum Partner — Organization founded and led by a board member of OSQ, indicating community leadership ties.
- Queens Summer Vocal Institute Partner — Young Artist Program in which a current OSQ member has participated.
- Queens Symphony Partner — Collaborated to perform Verdi's "Requiem" at the Queensborough Performing Arts Center.
- Queens Symphony Partner — Collaborated with OSQ to perform Verdi’s Requiem for OSQ's 50th anniversary.
- Queens Tourism Council Network — Member of the Queens Tourism Council
- Queensborough Performing Arts Center Partner — Cultural Partner with Queensborough Performing Arts Center
- Rowan University Partner — Institution from which a current OSQ member received an undergraduate degree in Choral Education.
- St. Nicholas of Tolentine Catholic Academy Partner — Employer of a current OSQ member and site where music education and choral direction are delivered.
- Temple Beth Sholom Partner — Hosted OSQ auditions and open rehearsals for the Fall 2026 season.
- The International Summer Opera Festival of Morelia Partner — Young Artist Program in which a current OSQ member has participated.
- Union College Partner — Collaborates with Union College where Dr. Byun serves as Director of Music Performance and Faculty in Choral and Orchestral Conducting.
- University of Connecticut Partner — Conducted the UConn Concert Choir at the University of Connecticut.
- WQXR Partner — Salute The ARts (STAR) partner with WQXR
- Yunhee Cho Partner — Resident composer creating and arranging music for OSQ's choral performances.
- ZION Episcopal Church Partner — Hosted joint community events including a Halloween drive-thru and a strawberry festival.
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.
- Arts-Based Community Engagement Through Accessible Oratorio Musicmethodology: arts-based_community_engagementBy presenting choral masterpieces and popular music in local performances, we engage and educate the Queens community because accessible, high-quality music experiences strengthen cultural participation and uplift audiences without requiring travel to distant venues.
- Community-Engaged Choral Participationmethodology: community-engaged_arts_participationBy uniting singers from diverse backgrounds in joyful, inclusive rehearsals and performances, we build community cohesion and elevate musical ability because shared artistic experience fosters both personal growth and collective cultural enrichment.
- Emerging Conductor Mentorship Through Apprenticeshipmethodology: apprentice-conductor-programBy providing supervised training and mentorship to emerging conductors alongside senior leaders, we develop future artistic talent because structured apprenticeship ensures continuity and growth in choral leadership.
- Inclusive Artistic Development Through Curated Musicmethodology: inclusive_artistic_developmentBy providing a nurturing environment with a thoughtfully curated repertoire and transformative performance opportunities, we enable singers to grow artistically and personally, because inclusive artistic challenge strengthens individual capacity and enriches the broader cultural landscape.
- Modeling Social Harmony Through Choral Unitymethodology: choral_community_as_social_modelBy creating a welcoming, affirming environment where all voices sing together in harmony, we model a more collaborative and joyful society because the choral experience embodies the possibility of unity across difference.