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The Monteverdi Choir And Orchestras Limited

Also known as: The Monteverdi Choir and Orchestra Limited, The Monteverdi Orchestra Limited

The Charity is the collective name of the Monteverdi Choir, English Baroque Soloists and Orchestre Revolutionnaire et Romantique - leading forces on the UK and international music scene. World-class musicians perform in ground-breaking projects that span eight centuries of musical masterpieces. Alongside our projects and concerts, we run opportunities for professional development and education.

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Activities & Mission

The Charity is the collective name of the Monteverdi Choir, English Baroque Soloists and Orchestre Revolutionnaire et Romantique - leading forces on the UK and international music scene. World-class musicians perform in ground-breaking projects that span eight centuries of musical masterpieces. Alongside our projects and concerts, we run opportunities for professional development and education.

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

Latest Income
£2,347,527
Latest Expenditure
£2,646,725

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 109.9%
% of income going directly to charitable activities

Higher than 91% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 780). How is this calculated?

Overall Efficiency 97.5%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)

Higher than 59% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?

Administrative Ratio 2.9%
Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Lower overhead than 61% 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

Donations & Legacies £573,241
Charitable Activities £1,283,082
Other Trading £0
Investments £22,858
Other Income £468,346

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £2,579,287
Raising Funds £67,438
Governance £10,450
Grants to Institutions £0
Other Expenditure £0

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2024
£2,347,527
£2,646,725£2,579,287£837,355£820,9298 / 0
2023
£3,937,217
£4,599,127£4,494,074£1,133,199£1,120,1278 / 0
2022
£2,583,672
£2,555,223£2,450,242£1,885,387£1,754,5047 / 0
2021
£1,456,723
£1,800,863£1,733,278£1,851,779£1,753,5888 / 0
2020
£2,564,841
£2,377,617£2,302,486£2,190,353£2,097,72810 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Monteverdi Choir And Orchestras Limited

What does The Monteverdi Choir And Orchestras Limited do?

The Charity is the collective name of the Monteverdi Choir, English Baroque Soloists and Orchestre Revolutionnaire et Romantique - leading forces on the UK and international music scene. World-class musicians perform in ground-breaking projects that span eight centuries of musical masterpieces. Alongside our projects and concerts, we run opportunities for professional development and education.

How much income did The Monteverdi Choir And Orchestras Limited report in 2024?

The Monteverdi Choir And Orchestras Limited reported total income of £2.35m and reported expenditure of £2.65m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

How efficient is The Monteverdi Choir And Orchestras Limited?

The Monteverdi Choir And Orchestras Limited has a program ratio of 109.9%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 91% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 780 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.

When was The Monteverdi Choir And Orchestras Limited registered as a charity?

The Monteverdi Choir And Orchestras Limited was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 4 November 1976 as charity number 272279. It has been registered for 50 years.

Who runs The Monteverdi Choir And Orchestras Limited?

The Monteverdi Choir And Orchestras Limited is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is Christian Pierre Rochat. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Monteverdi Choir And Orchestras Limited operate?

The Monteverdi Choir And Orchestras Limited operates across 15 areas, including Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic and 12 others. The full list is shown on its profile.

Is The Monteverdi Choir And Orchestras Limited a registered charity?

Yes — The Monteverdi Choir And Orchestras Limited is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 272279.

Details

Address
Level 12
20 Bank Street
Canary Wharf
London
E14 4AD
Registration Date
4 November 1976
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
272279
Charity Number
272279

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Trustees

Christian Pierre Rochat Chair
Barra Little
Caroline Fiona Louise Knight
Diana Jane Houghton
FRANCIS NORTON
Also governs 1 other charity
Nicholas John Eldred
Sir Stephen Gomersall

Sectors & Classifications

Also Known As

  • The Monteverdi Choir and Orchestra Limited
  • The Monteverdi Orchestra Limited

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14 May 2026
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