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Incorporated Society Of Musicians Trust

Also known as: Ism Trust

The ISM Trust delivers professional development to the music sector through webinars, seminars, events and partnerships with leading charities and organisations. It develops innovative resources for music professionals, covering a wide range of topics from performance anxiety and legal essentials to primary singing and musical understanding.

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Activities & Mission

The ISM Trust delivers professional development to the music sector through webinars, seminars, events and partnerships with leading charities and organisations. It develops innovative resources for music professionals, covering a wide range of topics from performance anxiety and legal essentials to primary singing and musical understanding.

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
£86,053
Latest Expenditure
£56,134

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 65.2%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 65.2%
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.

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.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2024
£86,053
£56,1340 / 4
2023
£70,094
£56,9260 / 4
2022
£17,056
£55,3490 / 4
2021
£59,004
£51,0090 / 3
2020
£97,569
£112,1270 / 3

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Frequently asked questions about Incorporated Society Of Musicians Trust

What does Incorporated Society Of Musicians Trust do?

The ISM Trust delivers professional development to the music sector through webinars, seminars, events and partnerships with leading charities and organisations. It develops innovative resources for music professionals, covering a wide range of topics from performance anxiety and legal essentials to primary singing and musical understanding.

How much income did Incorporated Society Of Musicians Trust report in 2024?

Incorporated Society Of Musicians Trust reported total income of £86k and reported expenditure of £56k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Incorporated Society Of Musicians Trust registered as a charity?

Incorporated Society Of Musicians Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 30 January 2015 as charity number 1160261. It has been registered for 11 years.

Who runs Incorporated Society Of Musicians Trust?

Incorporated Society Of Musicians Trust is governed by a board of 19 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Incorporated Society Of Musicians Trust operate?

Incorporated Society Of Musicians Trust operates across 3 areas: Northern Ireland, Scotland and England And Wales.

Is Incorporated Society Of Musicians Trust a registered charity?

Yes — Incorporated Society Of Musicians Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1160261.

Details

Address
4-5 INVERNESS MEWS
LONDON
W2 3JQ
Website
Ismtrust.org
Registration Date
30 January 2015
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5055904
Charity Number
1160261

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Trustees

Bushra El-Turk
Also governs 1 other charity
Danielle Howard
Deborah Keyser
Dr Kirsty Devaney
Dr MARIUS CARBONI
Dr Paul Edlin
Eugene Monteith
Gabriella Swallow
Also governs 1 other charity
IVOR CHARLES LEO FLINT
Jess Gillam
Mahaliah Edwards
Nicky Spence
Pauline Black
Peter Nicolas Chisholm
Also governs 1 other charity
Professor CHRIS COLLINS
PROFESSOR DAVID JOHN SMITH
Stephen Goss
Vicki Louise Bain

Sectors & Classifications

Also Known As

  • Ism Trust

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