Aldeburgh Music Club

Founded by Benjamin Britten in 1952 for local amateur musicians, Aldeburgh Music Club is an unauditioned choral society. Weekly rehearsals under its musical director aim to prepare for three annual public concerts, often held in Snape Maltings Concert Hall with professional soloists and orchestra. Strong local support is given by its patrons.AMC has commissioned choral works from young composers.

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Activities & Mission

Grants

Aldeburgh Music Club makes grants as part of its work.

Gives grants to: individuals
Total spending (2025): £65,200; Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
Who it helps: children and young people and the general public
What it supports: education and training, arts, culture, heritage, or science and recreation

As recorded with the Charity Commission. To ask about applying, use the contact details and check the trustees and latest accounts below.

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Areas of Operation

Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.

Local Authority

Suffolk

Financial Information

Latest Income

£55,460

Latest Expenditure

£65,200

Financial Efficiency

Expenditure Ratio 117.6%

Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.

One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.

Financial Year	Income	Expenditure	Staff
2025	£55,460	£65,200	0 / 9
2024	£45,819	£46,551	0 / 5
2023	£47,055	£55,980	0 / 6
2022	£34,267	£44,982	0 / 7
2021	£13,415	£7,787	0 / 6

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Aldeburgh Music Club

What does Aldeburgh Music Club do?

How much income did Aldeburgh Music Club report in 2025?

Aldeburgh Music Club reported total income of £55k and reported expenditure of £65k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Aldeburgh Music Club registered as a charity?

Aldeburgh Music Club was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 21 November 1990 as charity number 1000990. It has been registered for 36 years.

Who runs Aldeburgh Music Club?

Aldeburgh Music Club is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is Christopher Wheeler. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Aldeburgh Music Club operate?

Aldeburgh Music Club operates in Suffolk, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Aldeburgh Music Club a registered charity?

Yes — Aldeburgh Music Club is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1000990.