named programs · 3 · from sources
What they call their work
Chamber Music Series
Annual concert series featuring renowned musicians, primarily from the New York Philharmonic, performing classical chamber music in intimate venues
New York Wind Symphony
Professional wind ensemble presenting concerts in the Hudson Valley, including the Warwick Summer Concert Series and special events at venues like Carnegie Hall
Youth Orchestra
Program for outstanding high school string musicians from Hudson Valley schools, providing rehearsals, master classes, and concert performances under professional direction
activities · 2 groups
What they do
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Classical and Chamber Music Performances 5 activities
- Chamber Music Series featuring professional musiciansProduces a Chamber Music Series that hosts performances by professional musicians, including members of the New York Philharmonic and other renowned ensembles, featuring works by composers such as Mozart, Schubert, Brahms, Tchaikovsky, and Barrière. Concerts include notable programs like the Mozart and Brahms Clarinet Quintets and Schubert's "Trout" Piano Quintet.
- Co-founding and support of Ensemble DittoCo-founded Ensemble Ditto, a chamber music initiative that introduced over 15,000 people to chamber music in 2008, expanding access to classical music in the Hudson Valley region.
- Operation of the New York Wind SymphonyOperates the New York Wind Symphony, conducting public performances at notable venues including Carnegie Hall's Isaac Stern Auditorium and The Juilliard School, and presenting world and wind orchestra premieres such as Johan de Meij's Symphony No. 4 and Bottisini’s Concerto for Contrabass. The ensemble also performs in public events such as the free outdoor concert on June 6, 2025.
- Professional performance participationEngages in professional musical performance as members of ensembles such as the Greater Newburgh Symphony Orchestra, Hudson Opera Theater Orchestra, and the Hudson Valley String Quartet; includes past roles such as principal viola in the Northern Dutchess Symphony Orchestra.
- Warwick Summer Concert SeriesOrganizes and presents the Warwick Summer Concert Series, a public concert series that includes performances by ensembles such as the New York Wind Symphony and guest artists like Mark Nuccio of the Houston Symphony Orchestra.
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Music Education and Training Programs 2 activities
- Music education and instruction servicesProvides music instruction in the Monroe-Woodbury school district and maintains a private teaching studio for violin and viola students. Also offers guest music education expertise, such as serving as conductor for district-wide select orchestras and as a clinician at school district music events.
- Youth orchestra program for Hudson Valley studentsOperates a Youth Orchestra Program that provides music education, rehearsal, and performance opportunities for students from Hudson Valley schools, culminating in annual concert performances such as at Monroe Woodbury High School Auditorium. The program includes a diverse repertoire spanning classical and contemporary works.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2020
revenue
Total revenue$2K
Contributions & grants$2K100%
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expenses
Total expenses$7K
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balance sheet
Total assets$20K
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Net assets$20K
2 years on record · 2019–2020 · YoY revenue -94.4%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2020
Who runs it
board members · 1
- KEVIN KERN — TRUSTEE
relationships · 15
Who they work with
- Connetquot School District Partner — Former conductor of district-wide select orchestra.
- Ensemble Ditto Partner — Co-founded and performed with Ensemble Ditto to promote chamber music.
- Houston Symphony Orchestra Partner — Employer of guest performer Mark Nuccio, who participated in the concert.
- International Trombone Association Partner — Conducted the New York Wind Symphony at the International Trombone Association’s convention.
- Monroe-Woodbury School District Partner — Provides rehearsal and concert space at Monroe Woodbury High School Auditorium for the youth orchestra program.
- Monroe-Woodbury School District Partner — Youth Orchestra Program Director is currently employed as a high school orchestra director in this district.
- New York Philharmonic Partner — Collaborates with musicians from the New York Philharmonic for chamber music performances.
- New York Wind Symphony Partner — Co-presented the 2024-2025 season opening concert.
- New York Wind Symphony Partner — Co-presents concerts as part of the Warwick Summer Concert Series.
- New York Wind Symphony Partner — Performing ensemble for the Summer Pops concert.
- Patchogue-Medford School District Partner — Provided services as guest clinician for district-wide string night.
- Suffolk County Music Educators Association Network — Individual has held leadership roles including past Executive Vice President of Festivals and Assistant Vice President in the east division.
- The Juilliard School Partner — Performed at The Juilliard School during the International Trombone Association’s convention.
- The New York Wind Symphony Partner — Collaborates with The New York Wind Symphony as Music Director and Principal Conductor.
- The New York Wind Symphony Partner — Complete partnership to support performing arts programs for youth.
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 Enrichment Through Arts Promotionmethodology: cultural_enrichment_through_arts_promotionBy supporting and promoting performing arts in the Hudson Valley, the organization enriches regional culture because access to high-quality artistic experiences strengthens community identity and civic engagement.
- Enhanced Audience Engagement Through Intimate Performance Settingsmethodology: intimate_venue_experienceBy presenting classical and chamber music in intimate, acoustically refined venues, the organization deepens audience engagement because physical closeness and superior sound quality intensify the emotional and aesthetic impact of live performances.
- Youth Artistic Development Through Selective Music Educationmethodology: arts-education-youth-engagementBy providing youth with access to high-caliber music education led by qualified professionals and selecting participants through recommendation or invitation, the organization fosters artistic growth and excellence because structured, merit-informed engagement enhances educational outcomes and commitment.