named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
American Music Project
Commissioned new works from American composers including Martin Bresnick and John Steinmetz; culminated in the album "Double Take: American Reed" released by Albany Records.
Commissioning New Works
Ongoing initiative to commission contemporary pieces from composers such as James Lee III, Wendy Griffiths, Stephanie Berg, Rich Shemaria, and Caleb Burhans.
Historical Instruments Concert Series
Annual concert featuring music and instruments from the Baroque, Classical, and Romantic eras, performed on period-appropriate double reed instruments.
Music Under New York
Public performances at transit hubs including Penn Station, Grand Central Shuttle Mezzanine, and Staten Island Ferry Terminal, bringing live double reed music to commuters and the general public.
activities · 3 groups
What they do
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Classical and Chamber Music Performances 2 activities
- Performing double reed repertoire in public concerts and venuesPerforms concerts featuring music for double reed instruments, ranging from classical works by composers such as Bach, Schumann, and Purcell to contemporary pieces, in public spaces including Grand Central Shuttle Mezzanine, Penn Station, and the Staten Island Ferry Terminal, often as part of the Music Under New York program.
- Presenting at national double reed conferences and special eventsPresents performances and premieres commissioned works at national events such as the 2025 International Double Reed Society Conference in Indianapolis and the 20th Anniversary Concert at Opera America's Scorca Hall in Manhattan.
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Commissioning New Musical Works 1 activity
- Commissioning new works for double reed repertoireCommissions and premieres new compositions for double reed instruments from contemporary composers including James Lee III, Wendy Griffiths, Stephanie Berg, Rich Shemaria, Caleb Burhans, Martin Bresnick, and John Steinmetz, integrating them into performances and recordings.
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Nonprofit Music Recording and Distribution 1 activity
- Recording and releasing albums of double reed musicRecords and releases albums of double reed repertoire, including the 2014 album Double Take: American Reed featuring commissioned works by Martin Bresnick and John Steinmetz, distributed by Albany Records and available on major digital platforms, as well as the album Prayers Remain Forever which includes the commissioned piece Going Home (Vysoke, My Jerusalem).
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2025
revenue
Total revenue$45K
Contributions & grants$50K110%
Program service revenue——
Investment income——
Other revenue$210
expenses
Total expenses$47K
Program expenses78%
Admin / overhead22%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$447
Grants paid out—
Largest expense lineProfessional Fees
balance sheet
Total assets$32K
Cash$5K
Investments$0
Liabilities$29K
Net assets$8K
Liquid reserves1.1 mo
6 years on record · 2020–2025 · YoY revenue -0.0%
relationships · 21
Who they work with
- Albany Records Partner — Released the album "Double Take: American Reed".
- Albany Records Partner — Released the ensemble's album Double Take: American Reed in 2014.
- Carl Fischer Partner — Distributes the sheet music for "Going Home" by Martin Bresnick.
- International Double Reed Society Partner — Performed at the IDRS Convention, showcasing commissioned works.
- Jarvis and Constance Doctorow Family Foundation Funder — Supported the recording of "Double Take: American Reed".
- Martin Bresnick Partner — Commissioned to compose "Going Home (Vysoke, My Jerusalem)" for Double Entendre in 2009.
- Meet the Composer Funder — Provided support for the commission of Going Home (Vysoke, My Jerusalem).
- Music Performance Trust Fund Funder — Provides public funding support for the ensemble's programs.
- Music Performance Trust Fund Funder — Supports the ensemble's performance programs.
- Music Under New York Partner — Collaborates with Double Entendre to present public performances in transit spaces.
- Music Under New York Partner — Participates in the Music Under New York program to present performances in public transit spaces.
- Music Under New York Partner — Partnered with Music Under New York to perform chamber music at the Staten Island Ferry Terminal.
- New York City Department of Cultural Affairs Funder — Provides public funding for programs in partnership with the City Council.
- New York City Department of Cultural Affairs Funder — Supported commissioning projects and general programs in partnership with the City Council.
- New York State Council on the Arts Funder — Funds the ensemble's programs with support from the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature.
- New York State Council on the Arts Funder — Supported commissioning projects and general programs.
- New York State Council on the Arts Government — Provided funding support for the recording of "Double Take: American Reed" through the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature.
- Opera America Partner — Hosts Double Entendre's concert at Opera America’s Scorca Hall.
- Opera America Partner — Venue and presenting partner for the 20th Anniversary Concert.
- Penn Station Partner — Hosted performance venue for public concert
- WQXR Partner — Featured the ensemble on its Classical Commute Series in 2015.
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.
- Commission-Centered Programming to Expand Repertoire 35 orgsmethodology: commission-centered programmingBy commissioning new works and centering them in performance programming, the ensemble expands the double reed repertoire and fosters long-term collaborations with composers, ensuring artistic innovation and continuity in the field.shared approach: Commissioning as Innovation →
- Public Space Performance to Increase Accessibility 35 orgsmethodology: public-space_performanceBy performing in public and transit spaces—particularly through programs like Music Under New York—the ensemble increases public access to live classical and contemporary chamber music, engaging broad and diverse audiences who might not attend traditional concert venues.shared approach: Commissioning as Innovation →
- Historically Informed Performance for Authentic Engagement 14 orgsmethodology: historically_informed_performanceBy using historical instruments and repertoire from the Baroque, Classical, and Romantic eras, the ensemble produces authentic early music performances that educate and engage audiences in period-specific musical practices.shared approach: Historically Informed Performance →