named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Concert Series
Seasonal series of performances highlighting emerging and underrepresented composers and musicians, including solo recitals, ensemble performances, and thematic programs
MISE-EN Festival
Annual international festival dedicated to new and experimental music, featuring a call for scores and performances by selected composers and musicians
Space Rental for Events
Provides rental of MISE-EN_PLACE for concerts, recordings, workshops, and community events with professional-grade equipment and affordable rates
Subsidized Rehearsal Space Program
Offers $10/hour rehearsal space to eligible New York State artists and musicians, supported by NYSCA funding
activities · 4 groups
What they do
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Classical and Chamber Music Performances 2 activities
- Organizing the MISE-EN FestivalProduces an annual international festival dedicated to contemporary music and creative projects, including commissioned works, performances, and interdisciplinary collaborations. The festival is scheduled annually, with the 2027 edition planned for June 15–19, and accepts submissions of scores and creative works for inclusion.
- Presenting contemporary and experimental new music concertsOrganizes and presents concerts featuring contemporary and experimental new music, including works by living composers, premieres, and interdisciplinary performances combining sound, video, lighting, and installation. Events include solo recitals, ensemble performances, and curated programs showcasing emerging and established artists in New York City.
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Commissioning New Musical Works 1 activity
- Commissioning and promoting new musical worksCommissions new compositions from contemporary composers and promotes the creation and performance of original works, contributing to the development of new music in New York City and beyond.
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Music Education and Training Programs 1 activity
- Operating a student composer internship programRuns a student composer internship program during the MISE-EN Festival that includes composing a new work, attending its premiere, and gaining hands-on experience in festival production. Provides shared housing for participants during the festival period.
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Subsidized Rehearsal and Performance Space 1 activity
- Providing subsidized rehearsal and performance spaceOffers subsidized rehearsal space at $10 per hour for eligible New York State artists and musicians, along with low-cost rental of performance space at $180 per hour or discounted package rates. Includes access to equipment such as a Steinway M piano, PA system, projector, music stands, and chairs at no additional cost.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$175K
Contributions & grants$119K68%
Program service revenue$37K21%
Investment income——
Other revenue$19K
expenses
Total expenses$181K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits$84K
Grants paid out—
balance sheet
Total assets$393K
Cash—
Investments—
Liabilities—
Net assets$-17K
6 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue -4.3%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| MOON YOUNG HA | DIRECTOR | 20 | $50K |
relationships · 20
Who they work with
- Center for Computer Music at Brooklyn College, City University of New York Partner — Academic partner supporting season programs and annual festival.
- IndieSpace Partner — Supports season programs and annual festival.
- Music Department at College of Arts and Science, New York University Partner — Academic partner supporting season programs and annual festival.
- NYSCA Government — Provides support for subsidized rehearsal space at MISE-EN_PLACE.
- New York City Cultural Affairs Government — Provides funding support for season programs and annual festival.
- New York City Department of Cultural Affairs Funder — Provides financial support enabling free public access to projects.
- New York State Council for the Arts Funder — Provides financial support enabling free public access to projects.
- New York State Council on the Arts Funder — Provides funding support for the subsidized rehearsal space program.
- New York State Council on the Arts Government — Provides funding support for season programs and annual festival.
- New York State Council on the Arts Government — Provides funding support for subsidized rehearsal space program
- New York State Council on the Arts Government — Provides partial funding support for programs at MISE-EN_PLACE
- New York State Council on the Arts Government — Provides partial funding support for programs at MISE-EN_PLACE through state arts funding.
- New York State Council on the Arts Government — Provides partial funding support for programs at MISE-EN_PLACE.
- New York State Council on the Arts Government — Provides support for programs at MISE-EN PLACE through funding.
- New York State Council on the Arts Government — Provides support for programs at MISE-EN_PLACE
- New York State Council on the Arts Government — Provides support for programs at MISE-EN_PLACE through funding.
- New York State Council on the Arts Government — Provides support for programs at MISE-EN_PLACE through state arts funding.
- Peerspace Partner — Partners with Peerspace to host private and corporate rental bookings.
- Pro Helvetia Funder — Provides funding support for season programs and annual festival.
- Subamerica Partner — Collaborates on performance events, including streaming and light show production.
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.
- Artist-Centered Incubation Modelmethodology: artist_development_through_immersionBy integrating emerging composers into festival operations and providing access to performance, rehearsal space, and equipment, the organization fosters deep artistic development because immersive involvement accelerates creative growth and professional engagement.
- Experimental Sound as Inquirymethodology: experimental_music_support_with_inquiryBy treating sound, timbre, and interdisciplinary media as primary materials for exploring existential and political questions, the organization creates transformative audience experiences because non-traditional forms provoke deeper perceptual and intellectual engagement.
- Inclusive Artistic Amplificationmethodology: artist-amplificationBy using open calls and prioritizing underrepresented voices in new music, the organization increases equity in performance opportunities because transparent, accessible selection processes reduce systemic barriers for emerging and marginalized artists.