named programs · 5 · from sources
What they call their work
Community Performances
Engages in performances at community organizations such as The Lighthouse Guild (serving people who are blind or visually impaired) and Housing Works (supporting individuals with HIV/AIDS).
Performance Program
Invites youth choruses to perform on select concerts and provides complimentary tickets to performers, including groups such as the Oyster Bay High School Concert Choir and National Children’s Chorus.
School Partnership Program
Provides monthly visits by artistic team members to partner schools, offering music education and concert access to students, particularly in low-income settings with limited arts exposure.
We Sing NYC
Community engagement initiative that unites New Yorkers of all ages and backgrounds through musical exploration, choral arts, voice lessons, and access to live music.
Young Artist Program
Partners with the Manhattan School of Music to provide professional performance opportunities for students, allowing them to rehearse and perform with the Chorale and expand their resumes.
activities · 8 groups
What they do
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Live Music Performances & Concerts 1 activity
- Collaborate with other ensembles on thematic concertsPartners with other musical groups such as the HALO Quartet and West Village Chorale to present collaborative concerts that explore themes of social justice, community, and shared artistic vision, including performances of works like "Would You Harbor Me?" and civil-rights era arrangements.
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Commissioning New Musical Works 1 activity
- Commission and premiere new choral worksCommissions and premieres original choral compositions by contemporary composers, including works by Emily Lau, João Luiz, Tara Mack (e.g., "Nighttime Ninja"), Dusty Francis ("When Night Comes"), and Pete Malinverni ("Sonnets," "The Creation").
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Community Choral Rehearsals & Performances 1 activity
- Conduct weekly rehearsals and auditions for chorale membersHolds weekly Wednesday evening rehearsals in midtown Manhattan and conducts multiple auditions per year—offering both in-person and virtual options—to recruit new members and maintain a high level of artistic performance.
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Community Music Performances & Education 1 activity
- Deliver choral arts education and outreach programsConducts monthly choral arts education visits to partner schools, reaching over 1,000 students since 2006, and offers community engagement through workshops and performances for diverse audiences across all ages and backgrounds, including youth choruses and underserved populations.
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Opera and Vocal Arts Training Programs 1 activity
- Host vocal and musical training workshops for singersOffers in-person educational workshops for singers, including instruction in the International Phonetic Alphabet, vocal production led by Artistic Director David Recca, and embodied movement techniques using the Feldenkrais Method and Alexander Technique to improve breath control, posture, and singing efficiency.
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Live Music Performances for Seniors and Isolated Populations 1 activity
- Perform concerts at healthcare and support facilities for underserved communitiesConducts community performances at healthcare and support facilities for people who are blind or visually impaired and for individuals living with HIV/AIDS, bringing choral music directly to vulnerable and isolated populations.
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Classical and Chamber Music Performances 1 activity
- Present high-caliber choral concerts in New York City and beyondPresents 2–3 high-quality choral concerts per season at major New York City venues such as Carnegie Hall, Merkin Concert Hall, Rockefeller Center, Riverside Church, and Adler Hall, featuring innovative programming from a diverse repertoire of traditional and contemporary works. Also includes performances outside NYC, including an international debut concert in Paris, France.
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Music Education and Training Programs 1 activity
- Provide professional performance opportunities for music studentsOffers paid performance opportunities for Manhattan School of Music students through participation in the Chorale’s concerts, supporting emerging artists’ professional development.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$127K
Contributions & grants$103K81%
Program service revenue$18K15%
Investment income$2190%
Other revenue$5K
expenses
Total expenses$126K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits$48K
Grants paid out—
balance sheet
Total assets$103K
Cash—
Investments—
Liabilities—
Net assets$59K
4 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +19.6%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 4
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| David Recca | Artistic Director | 20 | $25K |
| Susan Landis | Operations Associate | 8 | $10K |
| Andrea Lodge | Rehearsal Accompianist | 5 | $7K |
| Aizhan Soltanova | Conducting Fellow | 6 | $5K |
board members · 4
- Charles Mills — Board Treasurer
- Julie Heller — Board Trustee
- Lewis Teel — Board Trustee
- Sara Yood — Board Chair
relationships · 23
Who they work with
- AMDA Partner — Provides space for in-person workshops at Studio 1006 and room 1302.
- Academy of Sacred Drama Partner — Co-presents the "Immortal Bach" concert with the NYC Master Chorale.
- American Choral Directors Association Network — David J. Recca is a member of the American Choral Directors Association, indicating organizational affiliation through leadership.
- Carnegie Hall Partner — Performance venue and artistic partner for the Chorale's concerts.
- College Music Society Network — David J. Recca is a member of the College Music Society, indicating organizational affiliation through leadership.
- David Partner — Featured in rehearsal photo, indicating involvement with the chorale
- HALO Quartet Partner — Collaborates with the NYC Master Chorale on a concert featuring civil-rights era songs and new works.
- Housing Works Partner — Site for community performances by the Chorale for individuals living with HIV/AIDS.
- Kaufman Music Center Partner — Host venue for performances at Merkin Concert Hall.
- Manhattan School of Music Partner — Partnership to provide professional performance opportunities for students through the Young Artist Program.
- Merkin Concert Hall at Kaufman Music Center Partner — Performance venue for the Chorale's concerts.
- National Children’s Chorus Partner — Youth chorus invited to perform at select Chorale concerts.
- National Collegiate Choral Organization Network — David J. Recca is a member of the National Collegiate Choral Organization, indicating organizational affiliation through leadership.
- New York Society for Ethical Culture Partner — Hosts performances at Adler Hall, a venue used by the Chorale.
- Opera America Partner — Hosts auditions for the New York City Master Chorale.
- Oyster Bay High School Concert Choir Partner — Youth chorus invited to perform at select Chorale concerts.
- Reaching for the Arts Community Choir Partner — Youth chorus invited to perform at select Chorale concerts.
- Riverside Church Partner — Performance venue for the Chorale's concerts.
- St. Bartholomew’s Church Partner — Performance venue for the May 2025 concert featuring Fauré and McDowall.
- The Lighthouse Guild Partner — Site for community performances by the Chorale for people who are blind or visually impaired.
- West Village Chorale Partner — Collaborated on joint performances including "Would You Harbor Me?" and other works.
- artists and organizations who share the choirs vision Partner — Collaborates with artists and organizations that align with the Chorale's mission to present innovative choral programming.
- Église Saint-Sulpice Partner — Hosted the Chorale's European debut performance in Paris, France.
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.
- Arts-Based Social Justice Engagementmethodology: arts-for-social-justiceBy performing civil-rights era material and commissioning new works that reflect contemporary social themes, the organization advances community dialogue around social justice, because music serves as a catalyst for civic reflection and collective action.
- Community Connection Through Choral Artsmethodology: community_connection_through_artsBy using high-caliber choral music inspired by New York City's energy, diversity, and talent, the organization connects people and builds an inclusive community, because shared artistic experiences foster belonging and break down social barriers.
- Experiential Music Education for Underserved Youthmethodology: experiential-music-educationBy providing live concerts and direct music lessons to students in low-income schools with limited arts access, the organization builds lasting appreciation for classical music, because experiential engagement shifts perceptions more effectively than passive exposure.
- Inclusive Audience and Artist Engagementmethodology: inclusive_engagement_through_repertoire_and_collaborationBy programming a diverse repertoire—including newly commissioned works—and collaborating with a wide range of artists and organizations, the organization engages broader and more diverse audiences, because innovation and representation in content and partnerships increase cultural relevance and participation.