Live Music Now Limited
Also known as: L M N, Lmn
Live Music Now is a UK-wide music outreach charity, established in 1977 by Yehudi Menuhin with two strategic aims; To bring live music of the highest quality to those for whom access to its benefits is normally restricted; To support the professional development of musicians at the outset of their careers, ensuring the highest quality of delivery through a rigorous selection and training process.
Activities & Mission
Live Music Now is a UK-wide music outreach charity, established in 1977 by Yehudi Menuhin with two strategic aims; To bring live music of the highest quality to those for whom access to its benefits is normally restricted; To support the professional development of musicians at the outset of their careers, ensuring the highest quality of delivery through a rigorous selection and training process.
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
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 55% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 339). How is this calculated?
Higher than 42% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 35% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £1,362,782 | £1,399,431 | £1,282,415 | £358,362 | £3,657 | 17 / 20 |
| 2024 | £1,544,746 | £1,610,029 | £1,505,418 | £395,010 | £0 | 23 / 30 |
| 2023 | £1,281,623 | £1,574,446 | £1,503,110 | £460,292 | £460,292 | 17 / 30 |
| 2022 | £1,392,090 | £1,169,303 | £1,089,156 | £753,115 | £237,212 | 16 / 60 |
| 2021 | £971,419 | £772,753 | £772,281 | £570,935 | £140,263 | 17 / 18 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Live Music Now Limited
What does Live Music Now Limited do?
Live Music Now is a UK-wide music outreach charity, established in 1977 by Yehudi Menuhin with two strategic aims; To bring live music of the highest quality to those for whom access to its benefits is normally restricted; To support the professional development of musicians at the outset of their careers, ensuring the highest quality of delivery through a rigorous selection and training process.
How much income did Live Music Now Limited report in 2025?
Live Music Now Limited reported total income of £1.36m and reported expenditure of £1.40m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Live Music Now Limited?
Live Music Now Limited has a program ratio of 94.1%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 55% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 339 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Live Music Now Limited registered as a charity?
Live Music Now Limited was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 25 May 1977 as charity number 273596. It has been registered for 49 years.
Who runs Live Music Now Limited?
Live Music Now Limited is governed by a board of 10 trustees. The chair of trustees is Sir Vernon Ellis. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Live Music Now Limited operate?
Live Music Now Limited operates across 2 areas: Northern Ireland and England And Wales.
Is Live Music Now Limited a registered charity?
Yes — Live Music Now Limited is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 273596.
Details
337-341 High Street
ROCHESTER
Kent
ME1 1DA
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Also Known As
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Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 30 July 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated