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Essex Chamber Orchestra

Also known as: Echo

The Essex Chamber Orchestra, popularly known as ECHO, comes together three times a yearfor intensive weekend rehearsals followed by a concert, usually at venues in Essex. Althoughoriginally conceived as a chamber orchestra, ECHO varies its forces to perform a wide varietyof programmes ranging from Baroque and Classical works to the repertoire of the 20thCentury.

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Activities & Mission

The Essex Chamber Orchestra, popularly known as ECHO, comes together three times a yearfor intensive weekend rehearsals followed by a concert, usually at venues in Essex. Althoughoriginally conceived as a chamber orchestra, ECHO varies its forces to perform a wide varietyof programmes ranging from Baroque and Classical works to the repertoire of the 20thCentury.

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

Financial Information

Latest Income
£18,930
Latest Expenditure
£19,012

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 100.4%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 100.4%
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.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£18,930
£19,0120 / 0
2024
£21,226
£18,8330 / 0
2023
£15,578
£16,9770 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Essex Chamber Orchestra

What does Essex Chamber Orchestra do?

The Essex Chamber Orchestra, popularly known as ECHO, comes together three times a yearfor intensive weekend rehearsals followed by a concert, usually at venues in Essex. Althoughoriginally conceived as a chamber orchestra, ECHO varies its forces to perform a wide varietyof programmes ranging from Baroque and Classical works to the repertoire of the 20thCentury.

How much income did Essex Chamber Orchestra report in 2025?

Essex Chamber Orchestra reported total income of £19k and reported expenditure of £19k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Essex Chamber Orchestra registered as a charity?

Essex Chamber Orchestra was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 12 January 2016 as charity number 1165144. It has been registered for 10 years.

Who runs Essex Chamber Orchestra?

Essex Chamber Orchestra is governed by a board of 8 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Essex Chamber Orchestra operate?

Essex Chamber Orchestra operates in Essex, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Essex Chamber Orchestra a registered charity?

Yes — Essex Chamber Orchestra is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1165144.

Details

Address
The Hollies
Archer Street
Bishop Norton
Market Rasen
Lincolnshire
Registration Date
12 January 2016
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5068425
Charity Number
1165144

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Trustees

Andrew Craig
Also governs 1 other charity
ELAINE HARDEN
Hazel Judith Arnill
Helen Smith
Peter Lovelock
Rachel Simnett
Richard Brittain
SUSAN EVERSDEN

Also Known As

  • Echo

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