ABOUT SALON AUX CHANDELLES

Salon Aux Chandelles, Inc. is a New York–based 501(c)(3) nonprofit public charity dedicated to advancing cultural and educational enrichment through intimate public concert salons, music education, and community access.

We believe that live music—experienced with closeness, context, and care—can deepen human connection and expand public appreciation of the performing arts.

MISSION

Salon Aux Chandelles enriches lives through public salon-style performances, music education, and community access programs that foster cultural connection and a deeper understanding of music.

WHAT WE DO

We present intimate public concert salons in New York City featuring live classical and contemporary music, opera, poetry, and artist-led programs, championing women composers and performers.

Each performance combines:

World-class live music
Educational introductions and contextual commentary
Curated artistic programming
Meaningful audience engagement

Our salons are designed to bring audiences closer to both the music and the artists, creating experiences that are immersive, thoughtful, and accessible.

COMMUNITY ACCESS

Accessibility is central to our mission.

We expand participation through:

Complimentary and subsidized tickets
Student access opportunities
Invitations to first-time concertgoers
Community-focused programming

Our goal is to ensure that live music is not only preserved at the highest artistic level, but also made available to broader and more diverse audiences.

WHO WE SERVE

Salon Aux Chandelles serves:

Music enthusiasts and concert audiences
Students and emerging listeners
Cultural institutions and partners
Professional musicians and performing artists

We create spaces where individuals from different backgrounds can gather, connect, and experience live performance in an intimate and welcoming environment.

IMPACT

Since its founding, Salon Aux Chandelles has:

Produced multiple sold-out concert salons in New York City
Presented paid performance opportunities for professional musicians
Expanded access through complimentary and subsidized attendance
Built a growing audience of returning patrons and new listeners
Reached a major milestone with a sold-out season finale at Carnegie Hall

Our work continues to grow through artistic excellence, community engagement, and public participation.

GOVERNANCE & STEWARDSHIP

Salon Aux Chandelles is governed by an independent board of directors committed to advancing its charitable and educational mission.

We are dedicated to responsible stewardship, ethical governance, and the careful use of funds in direct support of artistic programming, education, and public access.

Salon Aux Chandelles does not participate in political campaigns or legislative activity.