Arts Charities That specialise in Music
Discover 6,881 Arts charities that specialise in music. Use the search below to filter within these results.
Notable charities in this sector
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The New Wolsey Theatre Company Limited
ArtsWith a stated mission of presenting high quality, diverse and accessible work, the New Wolsey Theatre Ipswich has emerged as a national leader recognised for the diversity of its audiences; for engaging with a broad cross-section of theatre-going and non-theatre-going communities; for nurturing and developing black and minority ethnic artists; and for its style of actor/musician productions.
Solden Hill House Limited
Arts, Beneficiary group, Education, Housing, Leisure, Social careSolden Hill House is a collection of residential care home for adults with learning disabilities in Northamptonshire. Accommodation is in 10 residential units, 4 on the main site near Byfield, 1 in Byfield village, 4 in Brackley and 1 in Duston. Activities include craft workshops, dance, music and art therapy, outings and local activities - riding, sailing, swimming and college courses,
Catholic Blind Institute
Arts, Beneficiary group, Education, Health1. Day / 4 night residential education[full National Curriculum]for children with visual impairment age 4 - 19 at St Vincent's School. Mobility/independence/speech/language/music therapy included.2. Residential and nursing care, including palliative care, at Christopher Grange.3.A wide portfolio of community based and rehabilitation services at Bradbury Fields and Sight Loss Learning Hub.
Wavendon All Music Plan Limited
ArtsWavendon Allmusic Plan provides a centre of musical activity for the purposes of the promotion of education in, and appreciation of, good music of all kinds amongst persons of all ages and social backgrounds.
The Palace Theatre Watford Limited
ArtsThe Charitable Objects of The Palace Theatre Watford are to promote, maintain, improve and advance education by the encouragement of the Arts, including the Arts of Drama, Mime, Dancing, Singing and Music, Design and Dramatic Writing
Horatio's Garden
Arts, Facilities, HealthHoratio's Garden creates and cares for beautiful, accessible gardens in NHS spinal injury centres. Designed to improve patients' psychological and physical wellbeing, the stunning sanctuaries become a vital part of patients' lives during their long hospital stays. Events and activities are organised by the charity, including garden and art therapy, music concerts and sculpture exhibitions.
Scarborough Theatre Trust Limited
Arts, Charitable activitiesTo advance the education of the public in all aspects of dramatic art including , drama,opera,dance, music and film.The development of public appreciation of such art by the provision of a theatre and the presentation of public performancesTo further the social and cultural welfare of the community of scarborough , its neighbourhood and visitors.
Inner City Music Limited
Arts, Economic and community developmentI C M presents a range of music and related education activities at its Manchester Venue Band on the Wall. Other local charities utilise space and facilities at reduced rates. The building re-opened in September 2009 following extensive renovation, and now incorporates meeting rooms, office facilities, music venue, workshop space and the provision of food and drink.
Sinfonia Smith Square
ArtsSinfonia Smith Square aims to transform lives through the universal power of music, nurturing the next generation of professional musicians through our orchestral Fellowship scheme, inspiring young artists, engaging with world class performers, providing innovative educational and community programmes, and supporting exciting cultural initiatives for the enjoyment of the widest possible audiences.
West Of England Music And Arts
Arts, Beneficiary group, Social welfareWest of England Music & Arts promotes music, arts and cultural activities which benefit vulnerable, disadvantaged and minority groups and those who show exceptional talent. We do this by supporting work with children, young people & adults in creating, performing, appreciating & otherwise interacting with creativity for their emotional, social, health or education benefit
Longborough Festival Opera
Arts, Charitable activities, EducationTo promote, maintain, improve and advance education of the public through support and encouragement of the art of music. To promote, maintain, improve and advance education of the local community by organising and conducting performances of opera and collaborating with local schools, music students to providing opportunities to attend workshops, rehearsals, performances
Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra Trust
Arts, Charitable activities, ResearchPROMOTE AND MAINTAIN PUBLIC EDUCATION IN, AND APPRECIATION OF, THE ART AND SCIENCE OF MUSIC IN ALL ASPECTS BY THE PRESENTATION OF PUBLIC CONCERTS AND RECITALS, INCLUDING THE CARRYING ON OF ACTIVITIES OF THE ORCHESTRA KNOWN AS THE OXFORD PHILHARMONIC, AND PROMOTE THE GENERAL PURPOSES OF SUCH CHARITABLE BODIES AS SHALL BE EXCLUSIVELY CHARITABLE AS THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS MAY FROM TIME TO TIME DECIDE.
Trinity Community Arts
Arts, Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, EducationProjects to engage the local community, widen participation and increase community cohesion Training courses to improve skills and employability, targeting young people not in education, employment or trainingFacilities provision for grassroots community groups to increase service provision in the local areaLive music, theatre and dance activities as a Key Arts Provider for Bristol
Yvonne Arnaud Theatre Trust
ArtsThe charity has been established for the public benefit, to promote the arts, primarily (but not exclusively) the arts of drama, ballet, opera, music and the cinema, through the provision, maintenance and support of the Yvonne Arnaud Theatre.
Mayflower Academy Limited
Arts, Beneficiary groupMayflower Academy Limited, trading as MAST Mayflower Studios, is a multi-art form cultural hub presenting and producing theatre, dance, musicals, music, comedy, circus, cabaret, spoken word, visual arts and family shows. We are community-led, with engagement and consultation at the heart of everything we do.
Screen Academy Foundation
Arts, EducationThe Screen Academy Foundation is a proactive funder dedicated to advancing the education of pupils at the London Screen Academy, East London Arts & Music and other schools with similar values and with a focus on education in the creative industries.
The Karlsson Jativa Charitable Foundation
Arts, Charitable activities, Social welfareTHE FOUNDATION IS SUPPORTING ESTABLISHED CHARITIES IN PROMOTION OF ITS OBJECTIVES OF "THE ADVANCEMENT OF THE ART OF MUSIC AND THE EDUCATION OF THE PUBLIC IN THE SAME IN THE UNITED KINGDOM, SWEDEN AND OTHER COUNTRIES ACROSS EUROPE; AND THE RELIEF OF POVERTY, DISTRESS AND HARDSHIP AND THE PROMOTION OF EDUCATION, HEALTH AND WELFARE OR ANY OTHER EXCLUSIVELY CHARITABLE OBJECT IN LATIN AMERICA".
Akram Khan Dance Company
Arts, Beneficiary groupTo advance the arts and culture for the benefit of the general public by promoting in the UK and internationally modern dance and other art forms including, films and music, with particular, but not exclusive, reference to touring performances and to the work of Akram Khan; andTo advance the education of young people, dance practitioners and the general public in respect of the artistic work
The Cathedral Church Of Saint James And Saint Edmund, Bury St Edmunds
Arts, ReligionReligious services, music and choirs, community projects & social outreach programs
The London Symphony Orchestra Endowment Trust
ArtsThe general purpose of the charity is to support the objects of the London Symphony Orchestra (LSO) and these are to promote, maintain and advance education, particularly musical education and to encourage the arts including the arts of music, drama, mime, dancing and singing. Specifically the Trust actively supports musical education in the form of the LSO's education programme, LSO Discovery.
Hofesh Shechter Company LTD
Arts, Beneficiary groupHofesh Shechter Company aims to advance the arts and culture for the benefit of the general public by promoting in the UK and internationally modern dance and other art forms including films and music with reference to performances and the work of Hofesh Shechter:and to advance the education of young people, dance practitioners and public through the provision of workshops,classes and performances
Bury St Edmunds Theatre Management Limited
Arts, Education, Heritage, HousingThe Theatre Royal promotes professional Drama, Dance, Opera and Music in Suffolk from its home - an historic restored Regency theatre. A National Trust property (grade 1 listed) and an important heritage attraction, we present and produce and tour high quality drama and run an integrated education and community programme. The venue is used regularly by community groups and schools.
The Henry Barber Trust
Arts, Education, HeritageTo fund four professorial chairs at the University of Birmingham;To fund the maintenance of the Barber Institute;To purchase works of art or beauty for display at the Barber Institute of Fine Arts;To fund musical recitals for performance at or in connection with the Barber Institute of Fine Arts;To purchase musical instruments, printed and manuscript music and musical and fine arts books.
Resources For Autism
Arts, Beneficiary group, HousingResources for Autism provides practical serices for individuals on the autistic spectrum and their families. These include music and art therapy, play and youth club services, holiday play schemes, adult art studio and social skills groups, home based family support, siblings groups and information and advice. These take place in a range of venues throughout the UK.
The Bransford Trust
Arts, Beneficiary groupProviding support for charitable initiatives through grants and use of facilities at Royal Porcelain Works Worcester, which is owned by the trust. Working with organisations involved with, but not limited to the Arts, Music, Education and Wellbeing of Children and young People. The trustees meet twice a year to discuss and agree awards although a fast track process for small grants exists.
Frequently asked questions about this sector
How many music arts charities are there in the UK?
There are 6,881 registered music arts charities on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register at the most recent refresh.
Which is the largest of the music arts charities by income?
Wellcome Trust is the largest by latest reported annual income (£569.5m). Notable peers are listed on this page; the full ranking is available by sorting the results by highest income.
What is the combined annual income of music arts charities?
Music arts charities reported a combined annual income of £11.1bn across their most recent filings with the Charity Commission.
What is a typical program ratio for music arts charities?
Across all music arts charities, the aggregate program ratio (charitable expenditure as a share of income) is 92.2%. Individual charity ratios vary widely — see each profile for a sector-band benchmark.
What is the average annual income of music arts charities?
Music arts charities have an average annual income of £406k. The distribution is heavily skewed: a small number of large charities account for most sector income, while the majority report under £100k a year.
Where does this data come from?
All figures are sourced from the Charity Commission for England and Wales public register, refreshed weekly. Derived metrics (program ratio, efficiency) are calculated by Charity Finder using the formulas documented on the data sources page.