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British Forum For Ethnomusicology

The charity aims to advance the study of musical life in its full richness and diversity. It serves as a forum for cooperation between researchers, facilitating debate and exchange of knowledge through organising conferences and public events concerning music, sound and dance from all parts of the world. It publishes three issues a year of the journal Ethnomusicology Forum.

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Activities & Mission

The charity aims to advance the study of musical life in its full richness and diversity. It serves as a forum for cooperation between researchers, facilitating debate and exchange of knowledge through organising conferences and public events concerning music, sound and dance from all parts of the world. It publishes three issues a year of the journal Ethnomusicology Forum.

Grants

British Forum For Ethnomusicology makes grants as part of its work.

Gives grants to
individuals
Total spending (2024)
£20,968
Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
Who it helps
the general public
What it supports
education and training and arts, culture, heritage, or science

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.

Financial Information

Latest Income
£20,156
Latest Expenditure
£20,968

Financial Efficiency

Expenditure Ratio 104.0%
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 2024.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2024
£20,156
£20,9680 / 5
2023
£20,014
£24,1930 / 4
2022
£23,857
£15,4130 / 2
2021
£17,649
£13,2280 / 2
2020
£18,982
£8,9930 / 2

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about British Forum For Ethnomusicology

What does British Forum For Ethnomusicology do?

The charity aims to advance the study of musical life in its full richness and diversity. It serves as a forum for cooperation between researchers, facilitating debate and exchange of knowledge through organising conferences and public events concerning music, sound and dance from all parts of the world. It publishes three issues a year of the journal Ethnomusicology Forum.

How much income did British Forum For Ethnomusicology report in 2024?

British Forum For Ethnomusicology reported total income of £20k and reported expenditure of £21k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was British Forum For Ethnomusicology registered as a charity?

British Forum For Ethnomusicology was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 20 April 2018 as charity number 1178039. It has been registered for 8 years.

Who runs British Forum For Ethnomusicology?

British Forum For Ethnomusicology is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is Dr R Fiorella Montero Diaz. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does British Forum For Ethnomusicology operate?

British Forum For Ethnomusicology operates across 3 areas: Northern Ireland, Scotland and England And Wales.

Is British Forum For Ethnomusicology a registered charity?

Yes — British Forum For Ethnomusicology is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1178039.

Details

Contact (address, email, phone)
Website
bfe.org.uk
Registration Date
20 April 2018
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5114411
Charity Number
1178039

Trustees

Dr R Fiorella Montero Diaz Chair
Dr Amanda Villepastour
Dr Cassandre Balosso-Bardin
Dr Christina Homer
Dr David Tze Wan Wong
Dr RUARD WILLIAM ABSAROKA
Dr STEPHEN WILFORD
Prof. BYRON DUECK

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