The Tenebrae Choir

Also known as: Tenebrae

The advancement of the arts and culture, specifically to educate the public in the art and science of music by the presentation of concerts (and other musical activities including recordings) and by giving young people, in particular, the opportunity to be coached by and to sing with The Tenebrae Choir.

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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.

Region

England And Wales

Financial Information

Latest Income

£1,084,930

Latest Expenditure

£902,146

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 83.2%

% of income going directly to charitable activities

Higher than 34% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 780). How is this calculated?

Overall Efficiency 100.0%

% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)

Higher than 100% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?

Administrative Ratio 1.5%

Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Lower overhead than 72% 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 £359,230

Charitable Activities £700,786

Other Trading £0

Investments £0

Other Income £24,914

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £902,146

Raising Funds £0

Governance £13,349

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.

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	£1,084,930	£902,146	£902,146	£728,765	£236,826	5 / 0
2023	£1,108,107	£965,554	£965,554	£545,981	£439,213	4 / 0
2022	£751,723	£661,571	£661,571	£403,428	£352,894	3 / 0
2021	£317,615	£298,369				0 / 0
2020	£865,122	£733,566	£733,566	£294,030	£294,030	3 / 0

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Frequently asked questions about The Tenebrae Choir

What does The Tenebrae Choir do?

How much income did The Tenebrae Choir report in 2024?

The Tenebrae Choir reported total income of £1.08m and reported expenditure of £902k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

How efficient is The Tenebrae Choir?

The Tenebrae Choir has a program ratio of 83.2%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 34% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 780 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.

When was The Tenebrae Choir registered as a charity?

The Tenebrae Choir was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 27 May 2011 as charity number 1142138. It has been registered for 15 years.

Who runs The Tenebrae Choir?

The Tenebrae Choir is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is JONATHAN LAWRENCE LANE. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Tenebrae Choir operate?

The Tenebrae Choir operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is The Tenebrae Choir a registered charity?

Yes — The Tenebrae Choir is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1142138.