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British Suzuki Music Association CIO

Also known as: Bsma

The main focus of the BSMA is on teacher training. It promotes the Suzuki approach by providing information to the public and the media and support to its members. Repertoire and publications are available from the BSMA Shop. Events are held around the country, including concerts, workshops and conferences. Funds and donations provide scholarships for teacher training.

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Activities & Mission

The main focus of the BSMA is on teacher training. It promotes the Suzuki approach by providing information to the public and the media and support to its members. Repertoire and publications are available from the BSMA Shop. Events are held around the country, including concerts, workshops and conferences. Funds and donations provide scholarships for teacher training.

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
£345,159
Latest Expenditure
£356,198

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 64.7%
% of income going directly to charitable activities
Overall Efficiency 74.4%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Administrative Ratio 27.0%
Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £36,316
Charitable Activities £404,870
Other Trading £0
Investments £338
Other Income £100,800

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £350,769
Raising Funds £117,944
Governance £9,613
Grants to Institutions £0
Other Expenditure £2,850

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.

The Commission record shows this related event on the register:

  • Asset transfer in in 2024 — British Suzuki Institute (organisation 278005)
Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£345,159
£356,1980 / 10
2024
£314,067
£306,6750 / 10
2023
£542,342
£471,563£350,769£206,534£198,1421 / 20
2022
£100,815
£118,0610 / 10
2021
£0
£00 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about British Suzuki Music Association CIO

What does British Suzuki Music Association CIO do?

The main focus of the BSMA is on teacher training. It promotes the Suzuki approach by providing information to the public and the media and support to its members. Repertoire and publications are available from the BSMA Shop. Events are held around the country, including concerts, workshops and conferences. Funds and donations provide scholarships for teacher training.

How much income did British Suzuki Music Association CIO report in 2025?

British Suzuki Music Association CIO reported total income of £345k and reported expenditure of £356k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was British Suzuki Music Association CIO registered as a charity?

British Suzuki Music Association CIO was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 30 October 2019 as charity number 1186062. It has been registered for 7 years.

Who runs British Suzuki Music Association CIO?

British Suzuki Music Association CIO is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is HANNAH O'DELL. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does British Suzuki Music Association CIO operate?

British Suzuki Music Association CIO operates across 3 areas: Northern Ireland, Scotland and England And Wales.

Is British Suzuki Music Association CIO a registered charity?

Yes — British Suzuki Music Association CIO is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1186062.

Details

Address
British Suzuki Music Association
UNIT C
Q WEST
1110 GREAT WEST ROAD
BRENTFORD
TW8 0GP
Registration Date
30 October 2019
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5119315
Charity Number
1186062

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Trustees

HANNAH O'DELL Chair
Also governs 1 other charity
HELEN URSULA BRUNNER
Also governs 1 other charity
Lauren Noon
Also governs 1 other charity
Lirong Chen
MICHELLE BERNARD
Paola de Carolis
Teresa Ana Chick

Also Known As

  • Bsma

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