irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2022
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $10KPresented a Spring Concert in 2022 attended by 300 people with a music in education value proposition for students at Montauk Public School
- #2 $10KPresented a Winter Holiday concert in 2022 attended by 300 people with a music in education value proposition for students at Montauk Public School
named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Fall Celebration Concert
Season-ending concert event, often paired with an educational outreach component for local students
Outreach Concerts for Montauk Public School
Interactive performances and educational programs presented for students at Montauk Public School to promote music education
Special Events: CURTIS on TOUR
Collaboration with the Curtis Institute of Music to present alumni and faculty in special performances in East Hampton and Montauk
Summer Concert Series
Annual series of free classical music concerts held at iconic Montauk venues such as Fort Pond House and Third House Dining Room, featuring professional musicians and ensembles
activities · 2 groups
What they do
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Music Education and Training Programs 1 activity
- Conduct music outreach and education programs for studentsDelivers interactive outreach concerts and educational performances for students at Montauk Public School, integrating music education into community engagement efforts. These programs have been presented in conjunction with seasonal concerts and are designed to provide educational value through live performances.
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Classical and Chamber Music Performances 1 activity
- Organize and present free chamber music concerts and performancesProduces a series of free public concerts featuring classical and contemporary chamber music performed by professional musicians, including ensembles and soloists, at various venues across Montauk and surrounding areas such as East Hampton, Fort Pond House, Montauk Lighthouse, and Montauk Playhouse. The organization has presented over 120 musical events across genres including classical, jazz, American musical theater, world music, and concert staged opera, with recent seasons including summer, spring, winter, and holiday-themed concert series.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2025
revenue
Total revenue$36K
Contributions & grants$11K29%
Program service revenue$26K71%
Investment income——
Other revenue—
expenses
Total expenses$41K
Program expenses0%
Admin / overhead0%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$1K
Grants paid out—
Largest expense lineFacilities
balance sheet
Total assets$12K
Cash$11K
Investments$0
Liabilities$0
Net assets$12K
Liquid reserves3.2 mo
6 years on record · 2020–2025 · YoY revenue -17.9%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2025
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brendan Moffitt | Treasurer | 3 | $1K |
board members · 3
- Milos Repicky — Music Director
- Rita Bonicelli — Board Secretary
- William Akin — Board Trustee
relationships · 19
Who they work with
- Bill Akin Partner — Founded the organization in 1983 and later passed leadership to Lilah Gosman.
- Curtis Institute of Music Partner — Collaborates with alumni and faculty from the Curtis Institute of Music for a special concert performance.
- Curtis Institute of Music Partner — Collaborates with alumni and faculty from the Curtis Institute of Music for a special performance event.
- East Coast Community Development Funder — Receives funding support from East Coast Community Development, as indicated by logo display.
- First Presbyterian Church of East Hampton Partner — Provides venue space for chamber music performances.
- Fort Pond House Partner — Hosted outdoor concerts as part of the summer series.
- Fort Pond House Partner — Venue partner hosting outdoor chamber music concerts.
- Gosman’s Restaurant Partner — Hosted a post-concert reception.
- Lilah Gosman Partner — Montauk native and current President who assumed leadership in 2013, bringing a fresh artistic vision.
- Miloš Repický Partner — Current Vice President and pianist/conductor in his 9th season at the Metropolitan Opera, co-leading the artistic direction.
- Montauk Playhouse Partner — Hosts performances at the Montauk Playhouse, utilizing its West Lobby space for chamber music events.
- Montauk Public School Partner — Hosted an interactive outreach concert for students at the school.
- Montauk Public School Partner — Hosted an interactive outreach concert for students.
- NYS Council of the Arts Government — Primary public funder supporting Music for Montauk's programs
- New York State Council on the Arts Government — Receives support from the New York State Council on the Arts, as indicated by logo display.
- St Therese of Lisieux Partner — Venue partner providing acoustic space for chamber music performances.
- St. Therese Partner — Hosted a piano trio concert as part of the summer series.
- Suffolk County Government — Supports Music for Montauk through public funding
- The Montauk Lighthouse Partner — Hosted outdoor concerts as part of the summer series.
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.
- Free Access Model for Community Engagement 120 orgsmethodology: free_public_accessBy offering free classical music concerts, the organization ensures broad public access and strengthens community engagement, because removing financial barriers increases inclusivity and audience diversity.shared approach: Art-Access as Engagement →
- Arts-Integrated Music Education Outreach 36 orgsmethodology: arts-education_outreachBy integrating live, interactive chamber music performances into public school programming, the organization enhances music education and student engagement, because direct exposure to professional musicians increases interest and accessibility to classical music among youth.shared approach: Representation as Inclusion →
- Inclusive Repertoire and Representation 36 orgsmethodology: inclusive repertoire curationBy curating works from both established and underrepresented composers, the organization broadens the appeal and relevance of chamber music, because showcasing diverse voices fosters inclusivity and connects with a wider range of audience identities and experiences.shared approach: Representation as Inclusion →
- Site-Responsive and Immersive Programming 21 orgsmethodology: site-responsive programmingBy aligning chamber music performances with the architectural, acoustic, or symbolic qualities of distinctive venues—including sacred and historic spaces—the organization enhances audience experience, because the integration of music with setting creates a more emotionally resonant and immersive encounter.shared approach: Intimate Experience Model →