The Bach Choir 1876 - 2024
Also known as: The Bach Choir
As one of the world's leading choruses, The Bach Choir's aim is to inspire people of all ages and backgrounds with the magnificence, beauty and emotional power of choral music, through the excellence of its performances, recordings and outreach work in the wider community.
Activities & Mission
As one of the world's leading choruses, The Bach Choir's aim is to inspire people of all ages and backgrounds with the magnificence, beauty and emotional power of choral music, through the excellence of its performances, recordings and outreach work in the wider community.
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 Efficiency
Higher than 37% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 962). How is this calculated?
Higher than 33% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 35% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
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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 Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £431,734 | £419,729 | 0 / 240 | |||
| 2023 | £459,171 | £399,958 | 0 / 250 | |||
| 2022 | £437,437 | £403,591 | 0 / 250 | |||
| 2021 | £174,246 | £162,269 | 0 / 250 | |||
| 2020 | £721,386 | £610,623 | £568,204 | £548,474 | £494,096 | 3 / 250 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Bach Choir 1876 - 2024
What does The Bach Choir 1876 - 2024 do?
As one of the world's leading choruses, The Bach Choir's aim is to inspire people of all ages and backgrounds with the magnificence, beauty and emotional power of choral music, through the excellence of its performances, recordings and outreach work in the wider community.
How much income did The Bach Choir 1876 - 2024 report in 2024?
The Bach Choir 1876 - 2024 reported total income of £432k and reported expenditure of £420k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Bach Choir 1876 - 2024?
The Bach Choir 1876 - 2024 has a program ratio of 78.8%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 37% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 962 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Bach Choir 1876 - 2024 registered as a charity?
The Bach Choir 1876 - 2024 was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 15 April 1969 as charity number 258287. It has been registered for 57 years.
Who runs The Bach Choir 1876 - 2024?
The Bach Choir 1876 - 2024 is governed by a board of 3 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Bach Choir 1876 - 2024 operate?
The Bach Choir 1876 - 2024 operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Bach Choir 1876 - 2024 a registered charity?
Yes — The Bach Choir 1876 - 2024 is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 258287.
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- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
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