named programs · 2 · from sources
What they call their work
The Travels of Babar
A multi-media musical composition based on Jean de Brunhoff's book, featuring live music, narration, and a high-resolution slideshow of original illustrations, performed by an ensemble of eight musicians.
Tibetan Singing Bowl Ensemble: New Music for Old Instruments
Performance series featuring contemporary compositions for traditional Tibetan singing bowls, presented in collaboration with cultural institutions and used in commemorative events.
activities · 6 groups
What they do
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Digital Music and Performance Archiving 1 activity
- Archival access and digital distribution of performance materialsProvides public access to archival video clips and audio excerpts from past live performances of Raphael Mostel's works, including "The Travels of Babar," supporting educational and artistic engagement through digital distribution.
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Youth Theater Arts Education 1 activity
- Music education and audience engagement through live performanceEngages young audiences through performances of new productions by Raphael Mostel, such as a chamber ensemble work featuring 46 scenes, achieving sustained audience focus and enthusiastic reception in sold-out shows.
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Curated Art Exhibitions and Public Displays 1 activity
- Organization of retrospective exhibitions of Raphael Mostel's compositionsOrganized a retrospective exhibition of Raphael Mostel's compositions for the Tibetan Singing Bowl Ensemble at the Performing Arts Library at Lincoln Center, showcasing the artistic and historical significance of the works.
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Traditional & Cultural Performing Arts 1 activity
- Presentation and promotion of the Tibetan Singing Bowl EnsemblePresents performances of the Tibetan Singing Bowl Ensemble: New Music for Old Instruments through collaborations with institutions such as the Metropolitan Museum of Art, Asia Society, WNYC, and Lincoln Center, including co-presented performances in Hiroshima and Nagasaki commemorating atomic bomb victims.
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Nonprofit Music Recording and Distribution 1 activity
- Production and distribution of audio recordings of "The Travels of Babar"Produces and distributes audio content of Raphael Mostel's "The Travels of Babar," including a Japanese CD release conducted by the composer, digital distribution of excerpts, and co-production of the first CD release in Japan.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Production and presentation of "The Travels of Babar" multimedia performancesProduces and presents "The Travels of Babar," a multimedia performance based on the book by Jean de Brunhoff, designed for both adults and children, with performances presented in multiple languages and locations, including sold-out performances with the Berliner Philharmoniker in Berlin and the first performance in the original French narrated by Laurent de Brunhoff.
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financials · form 990 · fy2022
revenue
Total revenue$390K
Contributions & grants$388K99%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$2K1%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$59K
Program expenses96%
Admin / overhead2%
Fundraising2%
Salaries & benefits$45K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$334K
Cash$334K
Investments$0
Liabilities$0
Net assets$334K
Liquid reserves68.4 mo
2 years on record · 2021–2022 · YoY revenue +1401.8%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2022
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| RAPHAEL MOSTEL | PRESIDENT, ARTISTIC DIRECTOR | 40 | $45K |
relationships · 21
Who they work with
- Asia Society Partner — Collaborated on performances including those in Hiroshima and Nagasaki
- Berliner Philharmoniker Partner — Co-presented the world premiere of the new full production of Mostel's Travels of Babar in Berlin.
- BnF Partner — Collaborates with BnF on presentations or exhibitions related to "The Travels of Babar."
- Borough of Brooklyn Partner — Collaborated on performances and programming
- Cathedral of St. John the Divine Partner — Collaborated on performances and programming
- Columbia University Graduate School of Architecture, Planning and Preservation Partner — Collaborated on performances and programming
- French Institute Alliance Française Partner — Collaborated on performances and programming
- Guggenheim Museum Partner — Collaborated on performances and programming
- Harvard University Partner — Collaborated on performances and programming
- Library for the Performing Arts at Lincoln Center Partner — Hosted performances of the Tibetan Singing Bowl Ensemble
- Metropolitan Museum of Art Partner — Collaborated on performances and programming
- Metropolitan Opera Guild Partner — Co-created educational guide for The Travels of Babar
- Music Today Partner — Published a review of the world premiere of the new production.
- National Symphony Orchestra Partner — Will present the US premiere of the orchestral version of Mostel's Travels of Babar at the John F Kennedy Center in Washington, DC.
- New York City Opera Partner — Co-created educational guide for The Travels of Babar
- New York Philharmonic Partner — Performed excerpts of Mostel's Babar's Honeymoon as part of a Young People's Concert.
- Orchestre symphonique de Montréal Partner — Presented the world premiere of the orchestral version of Mostel's Travels of Babar.
- Performing Arts Library at Lincoln Center Partner — Hosted a retrospective exhibition of Raphael Mostel's compositions in collaboration with Source Music, Inc.
- Raphael Mostel Partner — Collaborates on the presentation of Travels of Babar through licensed music and performance materials
- The Asia Society Partner — Co-presented performances in Hiroshima and Nagasaki commemorating victims of the atomic bombs.
- WNYC Partner — Collaborated on performances and programming
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.
- Arts-Integrated Education for Holistic Literacy 85 orgsmethodology: arts-integrated-educationBy using multimedia musical performances as educational tools, we advance musical, literary, visual, and media literacy in tandem, because integrated arts experiences strengthen cognitive and emotional learning across domains.shared approach: Arts-Integrated Experiential Learning →
- Integrated Music and Multimedia Storytelling 55 orgsmethodology: immersive_musical_storytellingBy combining live music, narration, visual art, and theatrical production, we create immersive performances that engage intergenerational audiences more deeply than traditional concerts, because multi-sensory storytelling increases emotional resonance and audience retention.shared approach: Interdisciplinary Engagement →
- Archival Preservation with Public Accessmethodology: archival_preservation_and_accessBy curating and sharing archival live performances through video and audio excerpts, we preserve artistic legacy and expand public access to rare performances, because documented archives sustain cultural continuity and enable broader educational use.
- Contemporary Performance for Cultural Preservationmethodology: cultural_preservation_through_contemporary_performanceBy presenting contemporary compositions using traditional instruments in curated exhibitions, we keep cultural traditions alive for modern audiences, because innovation within tradition increases relevance and engagement across generations.
- Cultural Remembrance Through Contemporary Compositionmethodology: music-for-remembranceBy composing new music for traditional instruments to honor victims of historical trauma, we foster cross-cultural remembrance and healing, because music serves as a dignified, affective medium for processing collective memory.