named programs · 5 · from sources
What they call their work
Chamber Music Program
Core program pairing students in small ensembles with customized repertoire and coaching by professional musicians
International Exchange Program
Collaborative tours and residencies with international youth ensembles such as il mosaico in Switzerland and Apulian Youth Orchestra
SOLOS Program
Individual performance opportunity for students to develop solo repertoire and stage presence
Summer Tour Program
Annual international performance tour, including past trips to Florence, Italy and Schleswig-Holstein Festival in Germany
Youth & Teen Chamber Orchestras
Two-tiered orchestral program (Con Brio for intermediate, Camerata for advanced) featuring collaborative performances and leadership development
activities · 4 groups
What they do
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Music Education and Training Programs 5 activities
- Adult Chamber Music WorkshopsOffers two annual weekend workshops for amateur adult musicians, including daily coaching for two assigned chamber groups and culminating in two informal recitals.
- Masterclasses with renowned guest artistsHosts masterclasses led by distinguished chamber musicians such as Fred Sherry, Jesse Mills, and the Aizuri Quartet, providing performance and observational learning opportunities for student ensembles.
- Music theory instruction via ZoomOffers Saturday morning music theory classes online using the Royal Conservatory of Music curriculum at two levels to support student musicianship development.
- Two-week summer intensive programOperates an annual summer program at Silver Bay YMCA on Lake George for students aged 12–18, featuring chamber music, chamber orchestra, and solo repertoire development, with daily coachings and culminating performances.
- Youth chamber music education and ensemble developmentForms and coaches chamber music ensembles for young musicians based on auditioned readiness, level, and age, with repertoire selected to develop performance skills. Includes weekly rehearsals, chamber orchestra programs, and culminating performances.
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Classical and Chamber Music Performances 3 activities
- Annual season finale and public performances at Carnegie HallPrepares student ensembles for a season finale performance at Carnegie Hall, a culminating event each year showcasing high-level chamber music performance.
- Free public and outreach concertsOrganizes and presents free concerts for the public to connect diverse audiences through chamber music, including performances by faculty and students.
- International tours and exchanges for student ensemblesOrganizes international performance tours and exchanges, including a 2019 tour to Florence, Italy, and a partnership with Swiss youth orchestra il mosaico, featuring reciprocal hosting and joint performances.
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Music Education Support 1 activity
- Merit- and need-based scholarship programsOffers annual Chang/Chavkin and Jessie Montgomery Musicians Scholarships to young musicians with artistic merit and financial need, covering private lessons and full program fees for chamber music, orchestra, and SOLOS. Also provides additional merit awards and need-based financial aid.
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Opera and Vocal Arts Training Programs 1 activity
- Solo performance development for young musiciansProvides individualized instruction and guarantees each student three solo recital performances per year, including monthly solo sessions in MacKay Studio at The National Opera Center.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$339K
Contributions & grants$174K51%
Program service revenue$158K47%
Investment income$1K0%
Other revenue$6K
expenses
Total expenses$323K
Program expenses64%
Admin / overhead36%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$123K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$214K
Cash$198K
Investments$0
Liabilities$93K
Net assets$121K
Liquid reserves7.3 mo
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue -11.8%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| MARY JO PAGANO | ARTISTIC DIR | 40 | $72K |
board members · 5
- BEVERLY AU — SECRETARY
- DOUGLAS RICCARDI — DIRECTOR
- MICHELLE RYANG — DIRECTOR
- PATRICK PAGANO — PRESIDENT
- TONY SCOTT — TREASURER
relationships · 32
Who they work with
- American Composers Orchestra Partner — Connected through artist involvement, as Curtis Stewart is Artistic Director and participated in a CMC masterclass.
- Apulian Youth Orchestra Partner — Collaborates with CMC on performances with European youth orchestras.
- Between Worlds Ensemble Partner — Connected through artist involvement, as flutist Alex Sopp is a founding member and participated in a CMC masterclass.
- Carnegie Hall Partner — Hosts the Season Finale performance for student ensembles.
- Cavani String Quartet Partner — Engages with CMC through masterclass instruction, as demonstrated by violinist Annie Fullard participating in a masterclass.
- Chu Family Foundation Funder — Provides funding for the Jessie Montgomery Musicians Scholarship Award.
- Dr. Mary Jo Pagano Partner — Artistic Director who leads chamber group formation and repertoire selection.
- Exponential Ensemble Partner — Faculty members perform regularly with Exponential Ensemble.
- Harlem Chamber Players Partner — Faculty members perform regularly with Harlem Chamber Players.
- Joana Miranda Partner — Coordinator of the Adult Intensive Weekend program
- Laura Chang and Arnold L. Chavkin Funder — Provide funding for the Chang/Chavkin Musicians Scholarship Award.
- Miro Quartet Partner — Collaborates with CMC through masterclass instruction, as demonstrated by violist John Largess leading a masterclass.
- Mostly Mozart Festival Orchestra Partner — Collaborates with CMC on performances.
- NOW Ensemble Partner — Connected through artist involvement, as flutist Alex Sopp is a founding member and participated in a CMC masterclass.
- New Jersey Symphony Partner — Faculty members perform regularly with New Jersey Symphony.
- New York Philharmonic Youth Orchestra Partner — Collaborates with CMC on performances.
- New York's chamber music professionals Partner — Experienced chamber music professionals serve as faculty and guide students in CMC programs.
- Orpheus Chamber Orchestra Partner — Collaborates with CMC on performances.
- Orpheus Chamber Orchestra Partner — Faculty members perform regularly with Orpheus Chamber Orchestra.
- Orpheus Chamber Orchestra Partner — Faculty members perform with Orpheus Chamber Orchestra, and CMC's chamber orchestra programs are modeled after it.
- PUBLIQuartet Partner — Connected through artist involvement, as violinist Curtis Stewart is a member and participated in a CMC masterclass.
- Royal Conservatory of Music Partner — Provides the curriculum used for music theory instruction at Chamber Music Center of New York.
- Silver Bay YMCA Partner — Hosts the Summer Intensive program on its Lake George campus, providing facilities and recreational activities.
- The Knights Partner — Connected through artist involvement, as flutist Alex Sopp is a founding member and participated in a CMC masterclass.
- The Knights Collective Partner — CMC's chamber orchestra programs are modeled after The Knights Collective.
- The Knights Collective Partner — Collaborates with CMC on performances.
- The Mighty Third Rail Partner — Connected through artist involvement, as violinist Curtis Stewart is a member and participated in a CMC masterclass.
- The National Opera Center Partner — Hosts CMC SOLOS performances in MacKay Studio.
- Toomai String Quintet Partner — Collaborates with CMC on performances.
- il mosaico Partner — Collaborates with CMC on performances with European youth orchestras.
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strategies · 5
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.
- Apprenticeship Model with Professional Musiciansmethodology: apprenticeship_modelBy employing professional chamber musicians as faculty, the organization transmits authentic performance standards and traditions directly to students, because learning from active artists deepens musical understanding and professional aspiration.
- Cultural and Community Connection Through Collaborative Music Practicemethodology: cultural_diplomacy_through_musicBy using chamber music as a shared, non-competitive practice, the organization builds connection across age, background, and experience levels, because collaborative music-making fosters mutual respect, belonging, and cultural exchange.
- Equitable Access Through Merit and Need-Based Supportmethodology: equity_in_arts_educationBy providing financial aid based on both artistic merit and financial need, the organization increases access to high-quality chamber music education for underrepresented students, because combining recognition of talent with economic support enables broader participation and diversity.
- Individualized, Ensemble-Based Learning for Whole-Child Developmentmethodology: whole_child_developmentBy combining individualized attention with small ensemble training, the organization fosters musical growth and life skills such as communication, commitment, and collaboration, because personalized support within a collaborative context optimizes engagement and development.
- Sequential, Standards-Based Music Literacy Developmentmethodology: sequential_music_educationBy implementing a structured, sequential curriculum based on the Royal Conservatory of Music framework, the organization ensures progressive development of musical literacy and performance skills, because a standardized, level-appropriate progression builds competence and confidence over time.