GENESEE VALLEY ORCHESTRA AND CHORUS INC

Fairport, NY · EIN 222380725 · Form 990EZ · FY2024 · NTEE A68Z · Arts, Culture & Humanities · Micro (<$100K)

revenue

$29K

expenses

$29K

net assets

$18K

employees

—

mission · from form 990

Not for profit - present community musical concerts.

profile · synthesized from sources

Nonprofit organization based in Fairport, New York, dedicated to presenting community musical concerts. The organization engages local musicians and choristers to produce performances for public audiences. Activities focus on enriching the cultural life of the region through accessible classical and choral music events.

named programs · 1 · from sources

What they call their work

Community Musical Concerts

Organizes and presents live orchestral and choral performances for the public, featuring local musicians and singers

activities · 3 groups

What they do

Community Choral Rehearsals & Performances 1 activity
- Conducting weekly rehearsals for chorus and orchestra
  
  Holds regular weekly rehearsals for chorus on Tuesday evenings and orchestra on Thursday evenings at Johanna Perrin Middle School in Fairport, supporting ongoing musical performance and community engagement.
Live Music Performances & Concerts 1 activity
- Presenting community musical concerts
  
  Presents community musical concerts as part of its ongoing performance programming.
Classical and Chamber Music Performances 1 activity
- Presenting regular orchestral and choral concerts
  
  Organizes and performs a dynamic repertoire of orchestral and choral music through concerts held twice annually, typically in December and May, on the east side of Rochester, with additional performances at venues such as Kilbourn Hall, Perinton Amphitheater, and various churches. The ensemble also presents special concerts, including seasonal and thematic programs like "All Creatures Great and Small" and "A Christmas Garland."

financials · form 990EZ · fy2024

revenue

Total revenue$29K

Contributions & grants$16K57%

Program service revenue$7K23%

Investment income$30%

Other revenue$1K

expenses

Total expenses$29K

Program expenses—

Admin / overhead—

Fundraising—

Salaries & benefits$0

Grants paid out$0

balance sheet

Total assets$18K

Cash—

Investments—

Liabilities—

Net assets$18K

4 years on record · 2021–2024 · YoY revenue -14.9%

leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024

Who runs it

board members · 4

Carter Snowden — Director
Julie Watkins — Director
Lisa Silverstein — Director
Melissa Lord — Director

relationships · 19

Who they work with

Church of the Resurrection Partner — Hosted a GVOC concert on December 13, 2025.
Dr. Yoojin Jang Partner — Collaborates with Dr. Yoojin Jang as featured violinist in concert performance.
Eagle Vale Partner — Venue hosting performances by the Genesee Valley Orchestra and Chorus.
Johanna Perrin Middle School Partner — Hosts chorus and orchestra rehearsals for GVOC.
Kilbourn Hall Partner — Hosted a GVOC concert on March 12, 2026.
Mysterium Partner — Ma is co-founder and co-director of this semi-professional chamber ensemble.
PayPal Government — Platform used for online payments
PayPal Partner — Processes online donations securely for GVOC.
Perinton Amphitheater Partner — Venue for the 2024 Summer Concert
Perinton Presbyterian Church Partner — Hosted GVOC's 'A Christmas Garland' concert on December 7, 2013.
RIT Philharmonic Orchestra Partner — Collaborates with specialists across disciplines in productions led by Ma as Music Director.
St. Kateri Parish Partner — Ma serves as Music Director in Irondequoit, NY.
Taipei International Choral Festival Partner — Ma has served as returning guest faculty since 2015.
Taiwanese Choral Society of Rochester Partner — Ma serves as Music and Artistic Director.
The Community Foundation Funder — Provides grant support to GVOC.
The Rochester Ice Rink Partner — Hosted a GVOC concert on October 11, 2025.
Town of Perinton Funder — Provides grant support to GVOC.
Town of Perinton Government — Government entity that provides support to GVOC.
Webster Presbyterian Church Partner — Hosted a GVOC concert on December 14, 2025.

strategies · 3

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.

Community Building Through Shared Musical Experience

methodology: community_through_music
By presenting live musical performances rooted in diverse and thematically curated programming, we strengthen social bonds and enrich community life, because shared artistic experiences foster connection and regional cultural vitality.
Cross-Disciplinary Artistic Innovation

methodology: cross-disciplinary_collaboration
By integrating music with new media, visual art, and technologies through collaboration with specialists in AR/VR, film, and game design, we deepen engagement, because interdisciplinary formats create immersive experiences that resonate more powerfully with audiences and musicians alike.
Inclusive Participation Model for Artistic and Community Growth

methodology: inclusive_membership
By welcoming musicians based on commitment and ability rather than background, we cultivate ensemble growth and high-quality performance, because inclusive membership strengthens artistic capacity and deepens community ownership of the arts.