The Musica Britannica Trust
The Trust promotes, supports, and develops research into British music by the continuing publication of Musica Britannica and by awarding grants to support new recordings of the Musica Britannica repertoire.Additionally, the Trust runs the annual Lewis Memorial Prize to provide support and opportunities for student performers.
Activities & Mission
The Trust promotes, supports, and develops research into British music by the continuing publication of Musica Britannica and by awarding grants to support new recordings of the Musica Britannica repertoire.Additionally, the Trust runs the annual Lewis Memorial Prize to provide support and opportunities for student performers.
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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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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 | £57,391 | £87,015 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £41,717 | £49,393 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £52,573 | £54,467 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £230,442 | £50,603 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £486,964 | £32,372 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Musica Britannica Trust
What does The Musica Britannica Trust do?
The Trust promotes, supports, and develops research into British music by the continuing publication of Musica Britannica and by awarding grants to support new recordings of the Musica Britannica repertoire.Additionally, the Trust runs the annual Lewis Memorial Prize to provide support and opportunities for student performers.
How much income did The Musica Britannica Trust report in 2025?
The Musica Britannica Trust reported total income of £57k and reported expenditure of £87k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Musica Britannica Trust registered as a charity?
The Musica Britannica Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 27 May 1976 as charity number 271332. It has been registered for 50 years.
Who runs The Musica Britannica Trust?
The Musica Britannica Trust is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is Professor Rebecca Herissone. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Musica Britannica Trust operate?
The Musica Britannica Trust operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Musica Britannica Trust a registered charity?
Yes — The Musica Britannica Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 271332.
Details
Carlyle House
Albion Road
London
N16 0UA
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