Rehearsal Orchestra

Since its foundation in 1957, the Rehearsal Orchestra has promoted an annual residential orchestral course during the Edinburgh Festival, and arranged weekend courses in London and other parts of the UK aimed at providing an orchestral training resource for talented players and soloists of all ages and from all parts of the UK and abroad.

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Activities & Mission

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.

Country

Scotland

Region

England And Wales

Financial Information

Latest Income

£73,682

Latest Expenditure

£90,120

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 122.3%

% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)

Expenditure Ratio 122.3%

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.

The Commission record shows this related event on the register:

Asset transfer in in 2018 — The Bird Charitable Trust (organisation 252451)

Financial Year	Income	Expenditure	Staff
2024	£73,682	£90,120	0 / 4
2023	£172,459	£80,103	0 / 4
2022	£70,347	£74,511	0 / 3
2021	£28,147	£25,253	0 / 4
2020	£26,893	£34,519	0 / 3

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Rehearsal Orchestra

What does Rehearsal Orchestra do?

How much income did Rehearsal Orchestra report in 2024?

Rehearsal Orchestra reported total income of £74k and reported expenditure of £90k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Rehearsal Orchestra registered as a charity?

Rehearsal Orchestra was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 7 February 1968 as charity number 237816. It has been registered for 58 years.

Who runs Rehearsal Orchestra?

Rehearsal Orchestra is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is ELIZABETH RANTZEN. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Rehearsal Orchestra operate?

Rehearsal Orchestra operates across 2 areas: Scotland and England And Wales.

Is Rehearsal Orchestra a registered charity?

Yes — Rehearsal Orchestra is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 237816.