named programs · 2 · from sources
What they call their work
Singing Classes and Workshops
Offers voice lessons and workshops in NYC taught by professional vocalists and teaching artists, focusing on diverse musical genres and performance techniques.
The Singers Retreat at Heron’s Landing
Annual retreat founded by Lennie Watts for vocalists to develop their craft in a supportive, immersive environment.
activities · 4 groups
What they do
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Music Education and Training Programs 1 activity
- Facilitating student performance opportunitiesProvides vocal students with stage experience through singing showcases, cabaret shows, and original song performances guided by teaching artists, including school-based and after-school outreach programs.
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Music Education Support 1 activity
- Operating scholarship and community outreach programs for vocalistsAllocates funds to support community outreach and provides financial support for singing and voice lessons, classes, and workshops for vocalists in New York City, including under-resourced individuals and students.
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Professional Opera and Operetta Production 1 activity
- Producing and presenting musical theater productionsPresents full-scale musical productions such as "Disaster!" as part of its programming to engage and showcase vocal talent in New York City.
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Opera and Vocal Arts Training Programs 1 activity
- Providing vocal arts education and training programsOffers singing classes, voice workshops, and lessons in New York City covering vocal technique, performance, recording, and career-building skills such as creating audition reels and leveraging social media. Programs include multi-week courses, master series with specialized instructors, and personalized arrangement experiences.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$142K
Contributions & grants$32K22%
Program service revenue$106K74%
Investment income——
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expenses
Total expenses$145K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits$60K
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balance sheet
Total assets$27K
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Net assets$24K
4 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue -9.7%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
board members · 6
- Eve Eaton — Board Member
- Justin Dylan Nastro — Board Member
- Karen Steinberg — Board Member
- Kim Grogg — Board Member
- Linda Jackson — Board Member
- Wendy A Russell — Finance Director
relationships · 13
Who they work with
- AMDA Studios Partner — Provides classroom space for Singnasium Inc. programming.
- AMDA Studios Partner — Provides studio space for singing classes
- Brooklyn Jesuit Prep Partner — Hosts Singnasium's after-school outreach program.
- John Fisher Partner — Musical Director for "Disaster!"
- John Koprowski Partner — Co-founder of Singnasium NYC.
- Kim Grogg Marin Partner — Co-founder of Singnasium NYC.
- Lennie Watts Partner — Artistic Director and CEO of Singnasium NYC, with nearly 30 years of experience in teaching and directing.
- Lennie Watts Partner — Artistic Director of Singnasium and lead teaching artist
- Lennie Watts Partner — Directed the musical "Disaster!"
- Mary Lahti Partner — Choreographer for "Disaster!"
- Natalie Ault Partner — Assistant Director for "Disaster!"
- Rebecca Watts Partner — Assistant Musical Director for "Disaster!"
- Yasuhiko Fukuoka Partner — Musical Director for "Disaster!"
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.
- Creative Expression for Emotional Empowermentmethodology: creative_expression_for_emotional_empowermentBy engaging youth in songwriting as a form of creative storytelling, we help them process personal experiences and build emotional resilience, because expressive arts enable deeper emotional processing and empowerment.
- Inclusive Skill-Level Trainingmethodology: inclusive-skill-level-trainingBy offering vocal instruction across diverse styles and experience levels, we lower barriers to entry and promote equitable access, because meeting learners where they are fosters broader participation and sustained engagement.
- Personal Narrative in Vocal Instructionmethodology: personal-narrative vocal instructionBy integrating personal narrative into vocal training, we deepen artistic ownership and performance authenticity, because connecting lyrics and song interpretation to lived experience strengthens emotional resonance and engagement.
- Small-Group Instruction with Expert Artistsmethodology: small-group instruction with expert artistsBy providing access to top singing artists through small-group, diversified classes, we enhance learning quality and artistic growth, because direct mentorship from accomplished professionals in intimate settings enables personalized feedback and deeper artistic development.
- Voice Training as Disciplined Practicemethodology: voice-training-as-fitnessBy framing vocal training through a fitness-inspired metaphor, we cultivate sustained skill development and personal accountability, because structured, incremental practice builds both technical ability and long-term artistic discipline.