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The Musique-Cordiale Trust

promote education and the arts, including the Musique Cordiale Festival & Academy and other forms of high quality musical performance and education, through project-funding, small grants & bursaries, incl.the promotion of European understanding of arts and music, the performance of high-quality music, the promotion of musical and artistic talent and the education of musicians from all over Europe.

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Activities & Mission

promote education and the arts, including the Musique Cordiale Festival & Academy and other forms of high quality musical performance and education, through project-funding, small grants & bursaries, incl.the promotion of European understanding of arts and music, the performance of high-quality music, the promotion of musical and artistic talent and the education of musicians from all over Europe.

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.

Financial Information

Latest Income
£15,258
Latest Expenditure
£15,697

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 102.9%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 102.9%
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.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2024
£15,258
£15,6970 / 10
2023
£10,631
£10,5530 / 10
2022
£4,868
£6,4810 / 4
2021
£12,308
£11,5480 / 8
2020
£19,917
£20,2340 / 10

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Frequently asked questions about The Musique-Cordiale Trust

What does The Musique-Cordiale Trust do?

promote education and the arts, including the Musique Cordiale Festival & Academy and other forms of high quality musical performance and education, through project-funding, small grants & bursaries, incl.the promotion of European understanding of arts and music, the performance of high-quality music, the promotion of musical and artistic talent and the education of musicians from all over Europe.

How much income did The Musique-Cordiale Trust report in 2024?

The Musique-Cordiale Trust reported total income of £15k and reported expenditure of £16k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Musique-Cordiale Trust registered as a charity?

The Musique-Cordiale Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 20 June 2016 as charity number 1167732. It has been registered for 10 years.

Who runs The Musique-Cordiale Trust?

The Musique-Cordiale Trust is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is JONATHAN MICHAEL BARKER. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Musique-Cordiale Trust operate?

The Musique-Cordiale Trust operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is The Musique-Cordiale Trust a registered charity?

Yes — The Musique-Cordiale Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1167732.

Details

Address
NORFOLK COTTAGE
THE STREET
NEWNHAM
SITTINGBOURNE
ME9 0LL
Registration Date
20 June 2016
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5076111
Charity Number
1167732

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Trustees

JONATHAN MICHAEL BARKER Chair
CHRISTOPHER ROGER HOYLE
DAVID CHARLES LOWE
DAVID THOMAS CHRISTIE
Dr CELIA ELIZABETH BANGHAM MB.CHB
JAMES GRAHAM SWAINSON
PETER SEAN PHILLIPS
Also governs 1 other charity

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30 July 2026
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