named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Annual Concerto and Vocal Competition
Competition for MYO members featuring a piano concerto competition and vocal performance awards, culminating in a featured concert
Carnegie Hall Performance
Annual concert at Carnegie Hall in New York City, part of the organization's public performance season
Choirs and Orchestras Program
Offers choral and orchestral ensembles for musicians aged 8-18 on Long Island, including Nassau and Suffolk County groups, with rehearsals and performances throughout the academic year
Summer Performance Tours
Biennial international performance tour for high school-aged musicians, including concerts in historic venues across Europe, Asia, and other regions; recent tours include Greece, France, Italy, Spain, and China
activities · 7 groups
What they do
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Music Education and Training Programs 2 activities
- Administer ensemble placement and auditionsManages the audition and placement process for choral and orchestral ensembles, including video auditions for new members and automatic placement for returning members for the 2026-2027 program year.
- Operate choral and orchestral ensembles for youthProvides high-level choral and orchestral performance opportunities for over 800 young musicians aged 8 to 18 through 14 ensembles based in Nassau and Suffolk Counties on Long Island. Programs include rehearsals, performances, and educational guidance from recognized music professionals.
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Youth Cultural and Educational Travel Programs 1 activity
- Conduct international performance toursOrganizes and carries out international summer performance tours for youth musicians, including recent tours to France (2024), Italy (2022), Central Europe (2018), Spain (2016), and China (2014), with multiple concerts held in each destination city.
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Event and Production Volunteer Coordination 1 activity
- Engage volunteers in operationsRelies on volunteers to support logistical and operational aspects of rehearsals and concerts, including check-in, sheet music distribution, and setup and breakdown of spaces.
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Classical and Chamber Music Performances 1 activity
- Host annual concerts at major venuesOrganizes and performs annual concerts at prominent performance venues including Carnegie Hall, Radio City Music Hall, and Citi Field.
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Live Music Performances & Concerts 1 activity
- Host concerto and vocal competitionsOrganizes annual concerto and vocal competitions for young musicians to showcase solo performance skills.
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Alumni Community Building 1 activity
- Support alumni engagementHosts alumni reunion events that bring together former participants to perform music under former conductors, fostering ongoing community connections.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Provide program resources and handbooksDistributes a member handbook to address common questions and outline official procedures for the regular season, supporting student and family participation.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$931K
Contributions & grants$17K2%
Program service revenue$914K98%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$932K
Program expenses84%
Admin / overhead16%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$210K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$71K
Cash$71K
Investments$0
Liabilities$0
Net assets$71K
Liquid reserves0.9 mo
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue -3.4%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
board members · 9
- ANDREA SOMMA — Trustee
- ANISSA ARNOLD — Trustee
- ANTHEA JACKSON — EXECUTIVE DIR.
- BARBARA LYONS — Trustee
- BRENDA ZHANG — Treasurer
- GENE O'BRIEN — Vice President
- JOSLYN THOMAS — Trustee
- SANDRA BASKIN — President
- STEPHANIE TEMPLE — Secretary
relationships · 24
Who they work with
- Carnegie Hall Partner — Venue for the annual concert of Metropolitan Youth Orchestras and Choirs.
- Church of Our Saviour, Lutheran in Manhasset Partner — Hosts rehearsals for Nassau County ensembles
- Congregational Church of Huntington Partner — Hosts the MYO Alumni Reunion event at its facility.
- Connetquot High School Partner — Hosts MYO ensembles
- Connetquot High School Partner — Hosts rehearsals for Suffolk County ensembles
- Facebook Partner — Platform used to distribute information to members and families.
- First Presbyterian Church in Oyster Bay Partner — Hosts rehearsals for Nassau County ensembles
- GrandTours Partner — Group tours provider for MYO's international performance tours
- GrandTours Partner — Group tours provider for MYO's international performance tours, including logistics and registration services.
- Loretta Miles Photography Partner — Photographer for image of music director Krajci
- Luke DeLalio Partner — Photography services provided for staff portraits
- Patchogue-Medford High School Partner — Hosts MYO ensembles
- Patchogue-Medford High School Partner — Hosts rehearsals for Suffolk County ensembles
- Rob Davidson Media Partner — Photographer for images of music directors Edward P. Norris III and Scott Stickley
- Rob Davidson Media Partner — Produces video content for The Metropolitan Youth Orchestra of New York.
- Saint Dominic High School Partner — Hosts MYO ensembles
- Saint Dominic High School Partner — Hosts rehearsals for Nassau County ensembles
- St. Paul’s Episcopal Church Partner — Hosts MYO ensembles
- St. Paul’s Episcopal Church in Glen Cove Partner — Hosts rehearsals for Nassau County ensembles
- St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church Partner — Hosts MYO ensembles
- St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church in Port Washington Partner — Hosts rehearsals for Nassau County ensembles
- Tatiana Daubek Photography Partner — Photographer for images of several music directors and pianists
- Tatiana Daubek Photography Partner — Photography services provided for staff portraits
- recognized leaders in music education and performance Partner — Collaborates with recognized leaders in music education and performance to guide student rehearsals and performances.
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.
- Cultural Exchange Through International Performance Toursmethodology: cultural_exchange_through_musicBy integrating international performance tours into music education, the organization fosters cross-cultural understanding and broadens student perspectives because immersive performance experiences abroad connect musical learning with global citizenship and intercultural dialogue.
- High-Level Ensemble Performance as Developmental Practicemethodology: masterworks-performance-trainingBy engaging young musicians in the high-level performance of choral and orchestral masterworks under the guidance of recognized music educators, the organization develops musical skill and artistry because expert mentorship and rigorous repertoire challenge students to grow technically and expressively.
- Standardized Proficiency-Based Placementmethodology: proficiency-based_placementBy using NYSSMA performance levels to place students in ensembles, the organization ensures appropriate artistic challenges and ensemble cohesion because standardized assessment aligns participants with programs matching their technical readiness and growth potential.