named programs · 3 · from sources
What they call their work
Commissioning New Works
Program to advance the choral art form by commissioning and premiering original compositions from contemporary composers, such as Saunder Choi’s “Crown of Flames” on climate change.
The Salvatones Live+ Concert Series
Hybrid choral performances offered both in person and via livestream, featuring a mix of classical, jazz, pop, a cappella, and world music, including commissioned works by living composers.
The Salvatones Young Voices
Educational initiative providing dynamic learning opportunities and collaborative concert experiences for young singers to foster the next generation of music makers and appreciators.
activities · 4 groups
What they do
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Classical and Chamber Music Performances 3 activities
- Performing organ and vocal recitals internationallyEngages in solo organ recitals internationally and released the top-selling solo-organ album *The Glory of the Organ*, recorded at Saint Patrick's Cathedral, expanding the organization’s artistic reach beyond local performances.
- Presenting hybrid choral concerts and performancesHosts an annual concert series featuring live and livestreamed choral performances, including seasonal and thematic programs such as holiday concerts and tributes to composers like Leonard Bernstein and Stephen Paulus. The 2024–2025 season included a 15th-anniversary kickoff concert, two hybrid choral concerts in December 2024 and June 2025, and on-demand access to recorded performances.
- Supporting cathedral music programsPlays the pipe organ weekly at Masses broadcast live on SiriusXM Satellite Radio and streamed globally from Saint Patrick's Cathedral in New York City; also assists in directing the cathedral choir and manages the organ recital series.
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Commissioning New Musical Works 1 activity
- Commissioning and premiering new musical worksCommissions and presents world premieres of original compositions, including Saunder Choi’s “Crown of Flames” (2021) and “The New Colossus” (2018), with themes addressing climate change and social values, performed as part of its concert programming.
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Digital Music and Performance Archiving 1 activity
- Producing and distributing artistic digital contentProduces and archives full-length concerts, music videos, and other artistic content for online distribution, including a music video of Nilo Alcala’s “Wonderful World” and pandemic-era virtual performances, ensuring accessibility to global audiences via livestream and on-demand platforms.
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Music Education and Training Programs 1 activity
- Providing educational programming for young singersOffers The Salvatones Young Voices, an educational initiative that provides learning opportunities and collaborative concert experiences for youth, integrating them into the organization’s broader artistic mission.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$41K
Contributions & grants$38K91%
Program service revenue$3K7%
Investment income$8412%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$43K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$0
balance sheet
Total assets$23K
Cash—
Investments—
Liabilities—
Net assets$23K
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +57.8%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
board members · 1
- Daniel Brondel — Board Member and Artistic Director
relationships · 14
Who they work with
- Alchemical Studios Partner — Hosted live recording of The Salvatones' concert in Manhattan.
- American Guild of Organists Network — Daniel Brondel is a member.
- Atlanta Symphony Orchestra Chorus and Chamber Chorus Partner — Daniel Brondel served as singer and French-diction coach during college career.
- City Council Government — Partnered with the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs to provide public funding for concert programs.
- Conference of Roman Catholic Cathedral Musicians Network — Daniel Brondel is a member.
- Consortio Partner — Collaborated to present the virtual world premiere of “Welcome Table” by Saunder Choi.
- DeKoor Close Harmony Partner — Collaborated with The Salvatones in performance or artistic initiatives.
- Eastman School of Music Partner — Daniel Brondel studied organ, improvisation, voice, and opera and earned a Master of Music degree and pursued doctoral work.
- Essence of Joy Singers Partner — Collaborated with The Salvatones in performance or artistic initiatives.
- La Renaissance Française Funder — Awarded Daniel Brondel the 2016 Médaille d'Or du Rayonnement Culturel.
- Musae Partner — Provided livestream viewing for a recorded concert from Alchemical Studios.
- New York City Department of Cultural Affairs Government — Provided public funding support for multiple concert programs in partnership with the City Council.
- Saint Patrick's Cathedral Partner — Hosts Daniel Brondel as Associate Director of Music and Organist.
- The Philippine Madrigal Singers Partner — Collaborated with The Salvatones in performance or artistic initiatives.
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.
- Advancing Choral Art Through Contemporary Commissioningmethodology: contemporary-commissioningBy commissioning new works from living composers and promoting contemporary music, the organization evolves the choral art form, because innovation through new compositions ensures cultural relevance and artistic growth.
- Civic Engagement Through Musicmethodology: civic-engagement-through-artsBy using choral performances as reflective events, the organization fosters public engagement with American history, democratic ideals, and immigrant heritage, because shared artistic experiences can deepen civic understanding and collective identity.
- Environmental Advocacy Through Artistic Programmingmethodology: environmental-advocacy-through-musicBy centering concerts around environmental themes, the organization raises awareness about nature and climate change, because music can emotionally resonate with audiences in ways that amplify ecological messages.
- Expanding Access to the Arts Through Hybrid Formatsmethodology: hybrid-access-modelBy offering both in-person and livestream concert options, the organization increases public access to choral performances, because removing geographic and physical barriers enables broader participation and inclusion.