Berkshire Choral International Inc
- Assets
- $6.8m
- Revenue
- $2.0m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 5
- Location
- Great Barrington, MA
- Founding
- 03/1967
- Data as of
- 11/2022
- EIN
- 13-2586807
Organization Overview
Berkshire Choral International Inc is located in Great Barrington, MA. The organization was established in 1967. According to its NTEE Classification (A6E) the organization is classified as: Performing Arts Schools, under the broad grouping of Arts, Culture & Humanities and related organizations. As of 11/2022, Berkshire Choral International Inc employed 5 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Berkshire Choral International Inc is a 501(c)(3) and as such, is described as a "Charitable or Religous organization or a private foundation" by the IRS.
For the year ending 11/2022, Berkshire Choral International Inc generated $2.0m in total revenue. The organization has seen a slow decline revenue. Over the past 7 years, revenues have fallen by an average of (1.3%) each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $1.8m during the year ending 11/2022. As we would expect to see with falling revenues, expenses have declined by (2.8%) per year over the past 7 years. You can explore the organizations financials more deeply in the financial statements section below.
Form
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2022
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
TO FOSTER MUSIC EDUCATION IN GENERAL WITH EMPHASIS ON CHORAL SINGING, AND TO GIVE CONCERTS AND OTHER MUSICAL PERFORMANCES
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
BERKSHIRE CHORAL INTERNATIONAL (BCI) PRODUCES A VARIETY OF EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS DESIGNED TO PROVIDE CHORAL SINGERS WITH IMMERSIVE EXPERIENCES TO STUDY, REHEARSE, AND PERFORM HIGH QUALITY CHORAL MUSIC UNDER THE DIRECTION OF WORLD-CLASS CONDUCTORS, CLINICIANS, AND PROFESSIONAL MUSIC FACULTY.BCI IS A NON-PROFIT EDUCATIONAL ORGANIZATION WHICH CURRENTLY BRINGS TOGETHER 400 CHORISTERS DURING FOUR UNIQUE SINGING WEEKS OR MULTI-DAY WORKSHOPS. SINGERS PAY ROOM, BOARD, AND TUITION FOR THE OPPORTUNITY TO PARTICIPATE.THE PRIMARY PROGRAM IS FOR ADULT CHORISTERS. EACH PROGRAMS REPERTOIRE IS CAREFULLY CURATED BY LEADING CONDUCTORS AND CLINICIANS TO EXPLORE THE FULL RANGE OF CHORAL MUSIC EXPRESSION. THE ORGANIZATIONAL MISSION IS TO EXPAND THE MUSICAL HORIZONS OF PARTICIPANTS WITH LIFELONG EDUCATION AND CONNECTION TO AN INSPIRING COMMUNITY OF PROFESSIONAL CHORAL ARTISTS.TYPICAL PROGRAM ACTIVITIES INCLUDE INTENSIVE DAILY CHORAL REHEARSALS, CLASSES PROVIDING GROUNDING IN TOPICS INCLUDING MUSIC HISTORY, THEORY, SIGHT SINGING, AND VOCAL PRODUCTION TAUGHT BY THE PROFESSIONAL FACULTY; PRIVATE VOICE LESSONS AND COACHING FROM THE FACULTY (FOR A FEE); AND SINGING IN PUBLIC PERFORMANCES IN SIGNIFICANT VENUES WITH PROFESSIONAL ORCHESTRA AND SOLOISTS. PARTICIPANTS ALSO HAVE TIME FOR LOCAL CULTURAL EXPLORATION AT EACH VENUE.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Steven F Smith President | Officer | 40 | $137,077 |
Andrea Shackford Finance Director | 40 | $108,356 | |
Holly Wolf Chair | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Constance Kane Vice Chair | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Jes Perry Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Cynthia Crose Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
Springfield Symphony Orchestra Orchestra | 11/29/17 | $138,324 |
Schneider Associates Inc Marketing | 11/29/17 | $315,670 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $230,930 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $331,747 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $562,677 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $1,260,967 |
| Investment income | $141,949 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $0 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $1,965,593 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $0 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $0 |
| Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $0 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $160,771 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $64,309 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $312,983 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $17,422 |
| Other employee benefits | $44,861 |
| Payroll taxes | $33,844 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $16,600 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $5,333 |
| Fees for services: Other | $58,045 |
| Advertising and promotion | $97,211 |
| Office expenses | $0 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $556,314 |
| Travel | $24,355 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $0 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $5,924 |
| Insurance | $0 |
| All other expenses | $43,170 |
| Total functional expenses | $1,818,599 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $494,435 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $1,321,721 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $0 |
| Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
| Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
| Notes and loans receivable | $0 |
| Inventories for sale or use | $0 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $162,942 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $12,900 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $4,794,262 |
| Total assets | $6,786,260 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $139,653 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $100,200 |
| Tax-exempt bond liabilities | $0 |
| Escrow or custodial account liability | $0 |
| Loans and other payables to any current Officer, Director, or Controlling Person | $0 |
| Secured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Other liabilities | $0 |
| Total liabilities | $239,853 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $4,576,201 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $1,970,206 |
| Capital stock or trust principal, or current funds | $0 |
| Paid-in or capital surplus, or land, building, or equipment fund | $0 |
| Retained earnings, endowment, accumulated income, or other funds | $0 |
| Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances | $6,786,260 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 2 grants that Berkshire Choral International Inc has recieved totaling $10,123.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Adirondack Foundation Lake Placid, NY PURPOSE: FOR THE ANNUAL FUND | $10,000 |
Amazonsmile Foundation Seattle, WA PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $123 |
Endowment Analysis
| Beg. Balance | $5,130,576 |
| Earnings | -$339,984 |
| Ending Balance | $4,790,592 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
School Of American Ballet Inc New York, NY | $111,037,435 | $21,205,372 |
Society Of The Third Street Music School Settlement Inc New York, NY | $23,512,540 | $9,331,737 |
Professional Childrens School Inc New York, NY | $20,795,903 | $7,913,959 |
Elaine Kaufman Cultural Center-Lucy Moses School For Music And Dance New York, NY | $27,086,297 | $8,434,600 |
Usdan Center For The Creative And Performing Arts Wheatley Heights, NY | $9,094,063 | $7,842,834 |
The Brooklyn Queens Conservatory Of Music Brooklyn, NY | $5,364,852 | $5,242,264 |
South Shore Conservatory Of Music Inc Hingham, MA | $8,426,542 | $4,813,797 |
Neighborhood Music School Inc New Haven, CT | $8,041,622 | $5,408,099 |
Hoff Barthelson Music School Scarsdale, NY | $5,808,540 | $3,629,362 |
David Hochstein Memorial Music School Inc Rochester, NY | $9,075,130 | $4,251,000 |
Diller-Quaile School Of Music Inc New York, NY | $7,580,711 | $3,116,050 |
Friends Of The Mozartina Musical Arts Conservatory Inc Tarrytown, NY | $3,401,359 | $3,102,362 |