Orchestras Live
Orchestras Live believes orchestras are for everyone. We are a national producer and create projects where music and creativity can thrive. We work to ensure communities across the country have access to world-class orchestral experiences.
Activities & Mission
Orchestras Live believes orchestras are for everyone. We are a national producer and create projects where music and creativity can thrive. We work to ensure communities across the country have access to world-class orchestral experiences.
Grants
Orchestras Live makes grants as part of its work.
- Gives grants to
- organisations
- Grants paid (2026)
- £232,859
- Who it helps
- the general public
- What it supports
- general charitable purposes, education and training and arts, culture, heritage, or science
As recorded with the Charity Commission. To ask about applying, use the contact details and check the trustees and latest accounts below.
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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
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 2026.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | £1,131,363 | £1,073,339 | £1,000,010 | £574,696 | £212,147 | 15 / 2 |
| 2025 | £1,142,167 | £1,088,768 | £1,016,840 | £613,672 | £178,738 | 15 / 2 |
| 2024 | £1,134,424 | £1,103,832 | £1,033,190 | £618,273 | £186,379 | 13 / 2 |
| 2023 | £857,389 | £973,640 | £903,513 | £1,237,681 | £197,274 | 11 / 2 |
| 2022 | £832,759 | £1,041,468 | £986,551 | £622,932 | £233,373 | 10 / 2 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Orchestras Live
What does Orchestras Live do?
Orchestras Live believes orchestras are for everyone. We are a national producer and create projects where music and creativity can thrive. We work to ensure communities across the country have access to world-class orchestral experiences.
How much income did Orchestras Live report in 2026?
Orchestras Live reported total income of £1.13m and reported expenditure of £1.07m for the financial year ending 2026, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Orchestras Live registered as a charity?
Orchestras Live was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 11 December 2006 as charity number 1117211. It has been registered for 20 years.
Who runs Orchestras Live?
Orchestras Live is governed by a board of 11 trustees. The chair of trustees is Helen Elizabeth Harrison. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Orchestras Live operate?
Orchestras Live operates in England, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Orchestras Live a registered charity?
Yes — Orchestras Live is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1117211.
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Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 26 October 2026
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