Music In The Round Limited
Also known as: Sheffield Chamber Music Festival Limited, Studio Chamber Music Festival Limited, Music in the Round, Sheffield Chamber Music Festival
Music in the Round is the leading national producer of chamber music, with a year-round programme of hundreds of events for people of all ages. Since 1984 we have been bringing people and music closer together through our friendly and informative style of 'in the round' performances. We present concerts and the Sheffield Chamber Music Festival each year at our home venue, the Crucible Playhouse.
Activities & Mission
Music in the Round is the leading national producer of chamber music, with a year-round programme of hundreds of events for people of all ages. Since 1984 we have been bringing people and music closer together through our friendly and informative style of 'in the round' performances. We present concerts and the Sheffield Chamber Music Festival each year at our home venue, the Crucible Playhouse.
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 65% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 293). How is this calculated?
Higher than 48% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 54% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M. (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 | £868,532 | £870,605 | £839,428 | £658,939 | £224,022 | 9 / 17 |
| 2024 | £680,909 | £655,996 | £623,003 | £661,012 | £194,125 | 9 / 17 |
| 2023 | £530,969 | £547,789 | £531,021 | £636,099 | £194,077 | 8 / 17 |
| 2022 | £514,583 | £468,906 | £444,793 | £652,919 | £189,054 | 8 / 16 |
| 2021 | £330,054 | £262,406 | 0 / 4 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Music In The Round Limited
What does Music In The Round Limited do?
Music in the Round is the leading national producer of chamber music, with a year-round programme of hundreds of events for people of all ages. Since 1984 we have been bringing people and music closer together through our friendly and informative style of 'in the round' performances. We present concerts and the Sheffield Chamber Music Festival each year at our home venue, the Crucible Playhouse.
How much income did Music In The Round Limited report in 2025?
Music In The Round Limited reported total income of £869k and reported expenditure of £871k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Music In The Round Limited?
Music In The Round Limited has a program ratio of 96.6%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 65% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 293 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Music In The Round Limited registered as a charity?
Music In The Round Limited was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 7 March 1985 as charity number 326811. It has been registered for 41 years.
Who runs Music In The Round Limited?
Music In The Round Limited 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 Music In The Round Limited operate?
Music In The Round Limited operates in England, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Music In The Round Limited a registered charity?
Yes — Music In The Round Limited is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 326811.
Details
4TH FLOOR
SHEFFIELD CENTRAL LIBRARY
SURREY STREET
SHEFFIELD
S1 1XZ
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Also Known As
- Sheffield Chamber Music Festival Limited
- Studio Chamber Music Festival Limited
- Music in the Round
- Sheffield Chamber Music Festival
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 30 July 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated