East London Late Starters Orchestra
Also known as: Ellso
ELLSO's aim is to promote public knowledge and appreciation of music by means of the establishment and maintainance of a community orchestra which will provide opportunity for the structured group learning of instrumental and vocal performance by late starters, and encourage participation by them in all aspects of music.
Activities & Mission
ELLSO's aim is to promote public knowledge and appreciation of music by means of the establishment and maintainance of a community orchestra which will provide opportunity for the structured group learning of instrumental and vocal performance by late starters, and encourage participation by them in all aspects of music.
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.
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Financial Information
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Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £185,700 | £175,540 | 0 / 50 | |||
| 2023 | £177,502 | £173,608 | 0 / 50 | |||
| 2022 | £151,441 | £131,648 | 0 / 50 | |||
| 2021 | £104,490 | £118,971 | 0 / 50 | |||
| 2020 | £87,031 | £100,223 | 0 / 25 |
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Frequently asked questions about East London Late Starters Orchestra
What does East London Late Starters Orchestra do?
ELLSO's aim is to promote public knowledge and appreciation of music by means of the establishment and maintainance of a community orchestra which will provide opportunity for the structured group learning of instrumental and vocal performance by late starters, and encourage participation by them in all aspects of music.
How much income did East London Late Starters Orchestra report in 2024?
East London Late Starters Orchestra reported total income of £186k and reported expenditure of £176k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was East London Late Starters Orchestra registered as a charity?
East London Late Starters Orchestra was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 22 July 2010 as charity number 1137006. It has been registered for 16 years.
Who runs East London Late Starters Orchestra?
East London Late Starters Orchestra is governed by a board of 10 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does East London Late Starters Orchestra operate?
East London Late Starters Orchestra operates in London, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is East London Late Starters Orchestra a registered charity?
Yes — East London Late Starters Orchestra is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1137006.
Details
124 CITY ROAD
LONDON
EC1V 2NX
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- 14 May 2026
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