named programs · 7 · from sources
What they call their work
EVC Intergenerational Choir
Free community choir for children and adults of all ages, based at Union Theological Seminary in West Harlem
EVC VoiceAbility
Inclusive choir program for young singers ages 7-17 with and without disabilities, providing supportive music education in a small-group setting
Every Voice Concert Choir
Advanced ensemble for singers ages 11-18 that performs in professional collaborations at venues like Carnegie Hall; requires audition
Every Voice Kids Choir
Choir for children ages 7-10 focusing on foundational vocal technique and diverse musical styles; no audition required
Every Voice Youth Choir
Ensemble for youth ages 11-17 that explores vocal development and collaboratively creates original songs; no audition required
Generations Choir
Intergenerational ensemble of former EVC interns and their students, performing in major concerts such as at Carnegie Hall
Vocal Technique Across Genres
Online class for ages 11-17 focusing on vocal technique in classical, musical theater, and R&B/pop styles, including private coaching
activities · 4 groups
What they do
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Music Education and Training Programs 4 activities
- Delivers vocal technique training across genresOffers the Vocal Technique Across Genres course, an online and in-person training program for youth ages 11–17 focusing on classical, musical theater, and R&B/pop styles, including group sessions, private lessons, and end-of-semester concerts.
- Offers advanced ensemble performance opportunitiesProvides the Every Voice Concert Choir, an advanced ensemble for singers ages 11–18, which performs challenging choral works and collaborates with professional choirs, orchestras, and artists at major venues including Carnegie Hall.
- Operates youth choirs with open enrollmentRuns two core choirs—Every Voice Kids Choir for ages 7–10 and Every Voice Youth Choir for ages 11–17—that welcome all singers without auditions, providing weekly vocal instruction and performance opportunities.
- Provides inclusive music education for children with and without disabilitiesOffers the EVC VoiceAbility program, which supports musical growth for children ages 7–17 with and without disabilities through expressive speech, singing, music literacy, and performance skills in an inclusive community setting.
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Live Music Performances & Concerts 2 activities
- Hosts public and community concertsOrganizes and presents regular public performances including seasonal community concerts, free holiday and outdoor singalongs, Jazz Appreciation Month and Earth Day events, and an annual spring concert series at Merkin Hall.
- Performs at major cultural and sporting eventsParticipates in high-profile performances at venues such as Carnegie Hall, CitiField, and the Performa Biennial, and contributes to film and television productions, including projects with Sony Pictures.
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Commissioning New Musical Works 1 activity
- Engages in collaborative and original music projectsCommissions and performs world premiere works, records new music on CDs, and facilitates annual collaborative songwriting by youth choir members to create original songs for performance.
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Intergenerational Connection Programs 1 activity
- Organizes intergenerational choir programsOperates the EVC Intergenerational Choir and EVC Generations, which bring together children and adults—including former interns and students—for weekly rehearsals and performances, fostering inclusive, multigenerational musical participation.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$284K
Contributions & grants$179K63%
Program service revenue$104K36%
Investment income$2K1%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$276K
Program expenses63%
Admin / overhead29%
Fundraising8%
Salaries & benefits$195K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$131K
Cash$74K
Investments$32K
Liabilities$83K
Net assets$48K
Liquid reserves4.6 mo
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +13.5%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
board members · 8
- DANIEL FISHBANE — DIRECTOR
- HEATHER HALL — SECRETARY
- LAURA JEFFERS — PRESIDENT
- LISA KAMPF LOPEZ — TREASURER
- NANCY MENT — DIRECTOR
- PRESTON ANDERSON — DIRECTOR
- STEVE CELIN — DIRECTOR
- TORRINO HARVEY — DIRECTOR
relationships · 20
Who they work with
- Cantori New York Partner — Collaborates as guest artists in concert performances.
- Cantori New York Partner — Collaborates with the EVC Concert Choir on performances at major New York City venues.
- Columbia University Teachers College Network — Bases its operations at Columbia University Teachers College.
- Cooke School and Institute Partner — Hosts EVC VoiceAbility classes at its Madison Avenue location.
- Hofstra University Partner — Natalie Fabian, associated with Every Voice Choirs, is an Adjunct Instructor at Hofstra University and received her undergraduate degree from the institution.
- Merkin Hall Partner — Venue for the annual formal spring concert of the Every Voice Kids choir.
- Sakura Park Partner — Hosts free outdoor musical events in collaboration with Every Voice Choirs.
- Sony Pictures Partner — Collaborates with the EVC Concert Choir on film productions.
- Sony Pictures Partner — Contracted to provide choral performances for movie productions.
- Teachers College Partner — Hosts Every Voice Choirs in residence; provides graduate students in Music Education who participate as interns, assistant directors, or directors in EVC programs.
- Teachers College Choir Partner — Collaborates with the EVC Concert Choir on performances at major New York City venues.
- Teachers College, Columbia University Partner — Natalie Fabian holds a Master of Arts in Music & Music Education from Teachers College, Columbia University, and has had her work featured at university venues.
- The Cecilia Chorus of New York Partner — Collaborates as guest artists in performances at Carnegie Hall.
- The Cecilia Chorus of New York Partner — Collaborates with the EVC Concert Choir on performances, including a world premiere at Carnegie Hall in April 2026.
- The Cecilia Chorus of New York Partner — Presented a concert at Carnegie Hall featuring EVC Generations in collaboration with orchestra on December 11, 2022.
- The Forum at Columbia University Partner — Participates in the Music Monday series with free community concert performances.
- The Riverside Church Partner — Hosts weekly rehearsals for the Every Voice Kids choir.
- The Riverside Church Partner — Provides rehearsal space for the EVC Youth Choir.
- Union Theological Seminary Partner — Hosts the EVC Intergenerational Choir at its campus for weekly rehearsals and community singing.
- Union Theological Seminary Partner — Houses the EVC Intergenerational Choir at its campus located at 121st Street and Broadway in West Harlem.
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.
- Developmental Artistic Empowerment Through Student-Led Expressionmethodology: student_led_artistic_developmentBy combining rigorous vocal training with collaborative songwriting, improvisation, and student-led repertoire choices, we advance artistic development and confidence, because ownership of creative process produces deeper learning and self-efficacy in young musicians.
- Music as a Vehicle for Social-Justice Engagementmethodology: social_justice_integrationBy integrating social justice themes into rehearsals and performances, we use communal singing not only to develop musical skills but to cultivate collective awareness and action around values like justice, hope, and peace, because music deepens emotional connection to moral and civic learning.
- Student-Centered Inclusive Ensemble Modelmethodology: student-centered_inclusionBy building ensembles around students' unique musical interests, identities, and experiences—without auditions—we foster shared ownership and deeper engagement in music, because inclusivity and personal relevance drive sustained participation and empowerment.