Our fourth annual Biophony Pop-Up NYC brought 20 free concerts and 43 original works performed by 89 musicians to our neighbors across the city in September 2024.
Wishing you a joyous holiday season and a happy new year!
Our recent Grammy Award nomination, dynamic world premieres at Cosm’s cutting-edge domes in LA and Dallas, and the unforgettable sunrise and sunset concerts at Brooklyn Botanic Garden were all made possible by the support of partners and donors like you.
Together, we create transformative opportunities for outstanding young musicians and composers to thrive, innovate, and share their artistry. Your generosity directly supports the talented artists who are shaping the future of classical music and expanding its horizons.
Please consider making an end-of-year gift to Metropolis Ensemble today. Your support makes a lasting impact, and we are deeply grateful for your partnership in this creative journey.
—Andrew Cyr, Founder and Artistic Director
Since 2021, our Biophony series has employed 650 musicians and composers bringing 43 original commissions to 125 New York City locations for over 30,000 audience participants.
Our groundbreaking Dolby Atmos debut, The Blind Banister—featuring pianist Timo Andres and cellist Inbal Segev—earned a 2025 GRAMMY Award nomination for Best Engineered Album.
Avant-garde jazz icon, Roscoe Mitchell’s new Metropolis Ensemble co-commissioned work, Metropolis Trilogy, will premiere at Houston’s DaCamera in 2025.
Your support creates a powerful multiplier effect, maximizing the impact of every dollar.
Metropolis Ensemble’s model develops new platforms for emerging talent by forming dynamic partnerships with global presenters. These collaborations foster artistic experimentation and provide leadership opportunities for today’s top musical artists — all sustained by a nimble, low-overhead business approach.
In 2024 alone, we released five groundbreaking studio productions, collaborated with 156 expert musicians across 27 events, launched digital experiences with 42 composers worldwide, and brought 20 free concerts featuring 89 musicians to neighborhoods throughout NYC.
Awards and Accolades
The Blind Banister (Nonesuch)
2025 GRAMMY Award Nominee
Best Classical Music Albums of 2024: The New York Times
The 10 Best Albums of 2024: NPR
The Best Classical Music Albums of 2024: Gramophone Magazine
Recording the music of our time.
Over the past year, Metropolis Ensemble released five ground-breaking studio productions, creating once-in-a-lifetime opportunities to reach expanded audiences.
(Timo Andres) 2024 Editor’s Choice for Gramophone and NPR; nominated for the 2025 GRAMMY Awards (Best Engineered Album) with Silas Brown and Matt Colton.
(Ricardo Romaneiro) 118 artists from Metropolis (Andrew Cyr, conductor) and The Crossing (Donald Nally, chorus master) combine for Cosm’s new immersive domes in Los Angeles and Dallas.
(Wye Oak) Celebrating the 10th anniverary of Wye Oak’s popular album, Shriek, reimagined by composer William Brittelle, Paul Wiancko, and Metropolis.
(William Brittelle) Developed and recorded remotely during the pandemic with Jenn Wasner, Holland Andrews, and Eliza Bagg.
(Molly Joyce) A mixed-media project focussing on accessibility produced by Metropolis with Molly Joyce, Andrew Cyr, and Sandbox Percussion.
“Metropolis realizes projects that no single organization could accomplish alone.” —Sandbox Percussion
“Performing Canto Ostinato alongside Metropolis and Sandbox was a gift; the pinnacle musical experience of my year. A truly powerful moment in time.” —Erik Hall
In June 2024, thousands of people attended Biophony Solstice at the Brooklyn Botanic Garden, where sunrise and sunset concerts featured pianist Erik Hall, Sandbox Percussion, 52 percussionists, and Metropolis Ensemble artists.
Since 2021, our Flame Keepers live-streaming perpetual sonic art installation commissioned 140+ composers from around the world who have created over 4,000 musical stems.
Metropolis Ensemble is preparing for the New York Premiere of “In A Grove” in January 2025 at the Prototype Opera Festival, “a vividly immersive thriller” (NYTimes).
Explore the transformative projects you can help bring to life.
We’re building resilient platforms to launch careers and redefine the musical landscape through global partnerships and innovative performances. Highlights include:
In A Grove at the PROTOTYPE Opera Festival
Metropolis Trilogy at Houston’s DACAMERA
Biophony Solstice at Brooklyn Botanic Garden
Biophony Pop-Up NYC with NYC DOT
New albums on leading labels, featuring works by Sarah Kirkland Snider, Paula Matthusen, Molly Joyce, Singularity (saxophone quartet), and Matthew Evan Taylor.
World premieres by Roscoe Mitchell, Molly Joyce, and Layale Chaker.
Your support fuels these extraordinary opportunities. Join us!
“Working with Metropolis was a truly transformative experience. Unparalleled artistry and unwavering dedication. I couldn’t have asked for a better partner.” —Ricardo Romaneiro
Liquidverse, an immersive audiovisual symphony by composer and electronic artist Ricardo Romaneiro, was developed, produced, and recorded in collaboration with Metropolis Ensemble. Now playing at Cosm LA and Cosm Dallas—home to the world’s first 87-foot, 12K LED domes—this groundbreaking experience redefines the intersection of music, technology, and visual art.
Since 2010, our studio recordings have received international recognition including Grammy and Opus Klassik nominations, a Juno award, and New York Times albums of the year.
Metropolis and pianist Han Chen commissioned a diverse cohort of 18 world premieres inspired by Ligeti’s piano études for Infinite Staircase, a sold-out, critically-acclaimed recital at National Sawdust.
Your donation brings music to life.
When you donate to Metropolis, you’re also supporting the communities we serve.
In 2024, Biophony Pop-Up NYC expanded access to the arts in 20 pedestrian plazas, public parks, and open streets with 89 musicians, reaching over 3,000 audience participants.
Over the years, our education program has delivered music to thousands of middle schoolers across 32 NYC public and charter schools.
With every music project, Metropolis Ensemble is continuing to build a culture where everyone belongs, because together we can increase representation and spark innovation in our projects.
“Metropolis’ support bringing this multi-modal project to life was truly one of a kind. I am honored we can share this creative journey.” —Molly Joyce
Composer / performer Molly Joyce has been a driving force in our multi-modal and digital projects, including the Loud and Soft online installation with Sandbox Percussion in July 2024.
Support Metropolis Ensemble and shape the future of music.
Let’s create a lasting impact by empowering artists and inspiring audiences everywhere. Thank you for your support!
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Need help? Please contact our operations associate, Jenna Mulberry-Eng with any donation-related questions: support@metropolisensemble.org. Want to discuss our projects? Please contact Andrew Cyr: (917) 930-6106