named programs · 7 · from sources
What they call their work
Cornell University Residency
Educational and performance residency at Cornell University involving concerts, masterclasses, and student engagement
DePauw University Residency
Residency program at DePauw University featuring performances and academic collaborations
Folk Traditions
Performance series highlighting folk-inspired compositions and traditional melodies in chamber music form
Homage
Series dedicated to honoring influential composers and musicians through curated performances
Letters to a Future Self
Concert program combining music with literary elements, featuring works that reflect introspection and personal journey
Music Across Borders
Initiative promoting cross-cultural dialogue through performances that blend diverse musical traditions
Voice and Memory
Thematic concert program exploring music and narrative through voice and instrumental chamber works
activities · 4 groups
What they do
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Commissioning New Musical Works 1 activity
- Commissioning new musical worksCommissions and promotes new compositions in the chamber music genre, supporting contemporary musical creation with a focus on Israeli and international artists.
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Classical and Chamber Music Performances 1 activity
- Presenting chamber music concertsOrganizes and performs dynamic chamber music concerts featuring classical masterworks and contemporary compositions, particularly from Israeli composers, for international audiences. The ensemble tours annually in Israel and the United States and has performed at major venues including Carnegie Hall, Wigmore Hall, The Kennedy Center, and Stanford's Bing Concert Hall.
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Nonprofit Music Recording and Distribution 1 activity
- Producing recorded performances of chamber musicRecords and produces video performances of chamber music works, including arrangements by Yuval Shapiro of pieces by Beethoven, Ravel, Barber, Stravinsky, Messiaen, Bartók, Schumann, and Elliott Carter. Also released a critically acclaimed debut album titled "Opus 1."
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Community Music Performances & Education 1 activity
- Providing educational outreach through musicDelivers educational outreach programs featuring chamber music to diverse and underprivileged communities, integrating performance with learning experiences. Recognized for dedication to education with awards such as the 2017 Partos Prize.
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financials · form 990 · fy2023
revenue
Total revenue$333K
Contributions & grants$226K68%
Program service revenue$94K28%
Investment income$13K4%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$373K
Program expenses58%
Admin / overhead42%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$170K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$226K
Cash$226K
Investments$0
Liabilities$32K
Net assets$194K
Liquid reserves7.3 mo
4 years on record · 2020–2023 · YoY revenue +16.8%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2023
Who runs it
paid leadership · 2
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| ASSAFF WEISMAN | VICE PRESIDENT | 20 | $80K |
| TIBI CZIGER | VICE PRESIDENT | 20 | $78K |
board members · 4
- KENNETH MARGOLIS — TRUSTEE
- MATTAN MERIDOR — TRUSTEE
- RICHARD BERNSTEIN — PRESIDENT
- YIRAN WANG — TRUSTEE
relationships · 37
Who they work with
- Amsterdam Conservatory Partner — Has led instrumental and chamber music classes at the Amsterdam Conservatory.
- Amsterdam Sinfonietta Partner — Was principal violist from 2009 to 2016 and performed the Dutch premiere of John Woolrich’s “Ulysses Awakes” in 2018.
- Antje Weithaas Partner — Features guest performer Antje Weithaas in performances such as Schubert's Octet.
- Antje Weithaas Partner — International soloist who has collaborated with the Israeli Chamber Project on tour.
- Basel Chamber Orchestra Partner — Became concertmaster in 2017 and performed “Meta Arca” by Heinz Holliger with the composer conducting.
- Camerata Bern Partner — Guest led Camerata Bern at the invitation of Tabea Zimmermann.
- Camerata Nordica Partner — Directed numerous projects with Sweden’s Camerata Nordica.
- Chabad of the Berkshires Partner — Co-presents a concert in Lenox, MA.
- Cornell University Partner — Conducted a residency program
- Ensemble 360 Partner — Member of the chamber group Ensemble 360 based in England.
- Facebook Network — Maintains a presence on Facebook under the name israeli.chamber.project
- Instagram Network — Maintains an Instagram account under the handle icpmusic
- Israeli Chamber Project Partner — Founding member and touring artist with the Israeli Chamber Project.
- Israeli Contemporary Players Partner — Core member ensemble with which Tibi Cziger regularly premieres new concertos and chamber works.
- Israeli Opera Partner — Yael Karet works as a pianist at the Israeli Opera in Tel Aviv.
- J. Keren Partner — Collaborates with arranger J. Keren on musical arrangements for performances.
- Jerusalem Academy of Music and Dance Partner — Collaborated on a concert program or residency
- Jerusalem Music Centre Partner — Has led chamber music sessions at the Jerusalem Music Centre.
- Jerusalem Music Centre Partner — Yael Karet works at the Jerusalem Music Centre and serves as the professional advisor to the IDF outstanding musician program.
- Joshua Smith Partner — Principal Flutist of the Cleveland Orchestra and guest artist who has performed with the ensemble.
- Liza Ferschtman Partner — International soloist who has collaborated with the ensemble.
- Michael Tree Partner — Guest artist and member of the Guarneri String Quartet who has collaborated with the ensemble.
- NPR Partner — Featured on NPR's Performance Today program.
- Norwegian Chamber Orchestra Partner — Directed numerous projects with the Norwegian Chamber Orchestra.
- Not specified Partner — No specific named organizational partners mentioned in the source text.
- Peter Wiley Partner — Collaborates with cellist Peter Wiley in performances such as Brahms' String Sextet.
- Peter Wiley Partner — Guest artist and member of the Guarneri String Quartet who has collaborated with the ensemble.
- Sasha Waltz & Guests Partner — Collaborated on cross-disciplinary projects in Germany
- Tabea Zimmermann Partner — Guest artist who has performed with the Israeli Chamber Project on tour.
- The Edwin Caplin Foundation Funder — Major supporter of the 2025-26 season.
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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.
- Advancing Contemporary Israeli Musicmethodology: composer-commissioningBy commissioning new works from emerging Israeli composers and integrating them into performances alongside established repertoire, the organization promotes innovation in chamber music, because supporting living artists ensures cultural vitality and positions Israeli music within the global classical canon.
- Audience Engagement Through Immersive and Innovative Performancemethodology: immersive_artistic_experienceBy combining musical virtuosity with humor, intimate settings, cross-disciplinary collaboration, and dynamic programming—including rare works, period instruments, and dual-violin arrangements—the organization increases audience engagement and emotional impact, because distinctive, accessible, and sensorially rich experiences make classical music more relatable and memorable.
- Cultural Diplomacy Through Artsmethodology: cultural-diplomacy-through-artsBy performing and promoting Israeli chamber music internationally, the organization fosters cross-cultural dialogue and strengthens cultural ties, because shared artistic experiences build mutual understanding and serve as non-political forms of national representation.
- Expanding Access Through Outreach and Educationmethodology: equity_in_access_through_outreachBy delivering performances in non-traditional and remote venues and providing masterclasses and lessons to underserved students, the organization broadens participation in chamber music, because removing geographic and institutional barriers enables deeper community engagement and nurtures future audiences and musicians.