named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Artist Roster and National Touring
Management and booking of chamber ensembles for performances and residencies across the United States, including educational outreach and masterclasses
Chords & Cocktails
Pop-up concert series held in non-traditional venues such as galleries, co-working spaces, and private residences to engage working professionals with chamber music
Concert Series at The Kosciuszko Foundation
Regularly scheduled chamber music recitals in New York City featuring principal musicians from the New York Philharmonic, Metropolitan Opera Orchestra, and other leading ensembles
Lyric Competition
Collaborative competition with Lynn University Conservatory of Music to showcase emerging talent, culminating in a winner performance
activities · 3 groups
What they do
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Classical and Chamber Music Performances 2 activities
- Present classical and contemporary chamber music performancesPresents classical music and contemporary repertoire in intimate settings, including regular concert series at venues such as the Baruch Performing Arts Center and pop-up events in co-working spaces, restaurants, galleries, and private residences. The organization has presented over 200 musical productions since 1998, featuring top performers and themed concerts such as the 1920s American Jazz Age, Celtic music, and works by women composers.
- Provide performance opportunities for musicians through recitals and toursOrganizes and presents recitals, masterclasses, and residencies featuring chamber musicians nationally, discovering and nurturing emerging virtuosos and providing them platforms to perform for broad audiences through concerts, community programs, and nationwide tours.
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Music Education and Training Programs 1 activity
- Conduct music education workshops in schoolsConducts music education workshops and outreach initiatives in underserved public schools, including those without existing music programs, reaching over 5,000 students since 1998. Offers more than 200 music appreciation classes annually for youth aged 4 to 14, covering instruments, music history, genre, style, and careers in music.
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Live Music Performances for Seniors and Isolated Populations 1 activity
- Present chamber music performances for seniorsPresents regular musical performances at senior centers and retirement homes in the New York tri-state area, with programming designed to promote well-being and reduce social isolation among older adults.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$606K
Contributions & grants$228K38%
Program service revenue$365K60%
Investment income$13K2%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$575K
Program expenses88%
Admin / overhead12%
Fundraising1%
Salaries & benefits$89K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$342K
Cash$342K
Investments$0
Liabilities$0
Net assets$342K
Liquid reserves7.1 mo
4 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +19.0%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 2
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Joan Kretschmer | Artistic Director | 40 | $48K |
| Reggie Bahl | Executive Director | 0 | $24K |
relationships · 8
Who they work with
- AAM BEER Partner — Partners with AAM BEER for Chords & Cocktails events, incorporating craft beverages into the concert experience.
- Baruch Performing Arts Center Partner — Hosts Lyric Chamber Music Society concerts at an alternate venue.
- Lynn University Conservatory of Music Partner — Collaborates on the Lyric Competition for emerging musicians.
- Metropolitan Opera Orchestra Partner — Collaborates with musicians from the Metropolitan Opera Orchestra for performances.
- NYC schools Partner — Collaborates with NYC schools to deliver classical music education programs tailored to student needs.
- Project Trio Partner — Featured ensemble introduced at a Lyric Chamber Music Society event
- Seraph Brass Partner — Collaborates with Seraph Brass for performances, master-classes, and residencies.
- TAD FOUNDATION Partner — Collaborates with TAD FOUNDATION on Chords & Cocktails events to support inclusion for the blind and low vision community.
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.
- Adventurous Programming as Audience Expansion 148 orgsmethodology: adventurous_programmingBy curating rigorous and highly adventurous musical programming featuring world-class musicians, the organization attracts and retains diverse and global audiences, because novelty and artistic excellence stimulate interest beyond traditional classical music attendees.shared approach: Accessible Arts Engagement →
- Artist-Audience Development Through Integrated Outreach 148 orgsmethodology: artist-audience_development_through_outreachBy combining artist development with educational outreach and public engagement, the organization builds future audiences for chamber music, because early and meaningful exposure to artists and repertoire increases long-term cultural participation and appreciation.shared approach: Accessible Arts Engagement →
- Equity-Centered Access Through Community Partnerships 148 orgsmethodology: collaborative_school_partnershipBy collaborating with schools, educators, and community organizations, the organization expands access to classical music for underserved populations, because co-designed, context-specific programming increases relevance and participation among students and seniors who otherwise lack exposure.shared approach: Accessible Arts Engagement →
- Intimate Performance Context as Artistic Fidelity 21 orgsmethodology: intimate_performance_settingBy presenting chamber music in intimate settings, the organization preserves the authentic performance context for which the repertoire was composed, thereby delivering a more truthful and impactful artistic experience to audiences, because chamber music was historically intended for smaller, acoustically refined spaces.shared approach: Intimate Experience Model →