Welsh Singers Showcase
Also known as: Llwyfan Cantorion Cymreig
Welsh Singers Showcase organizes a classical singing competition which is held biennially at St. David's Hall in Cardiff. The event features four or five young singers, chosen following auditions, who perform with the BBC National Orchestra of Wales. The winner represents Wales in the BBC Cardiff Singer of the World the following year, and receives a cash prize, as do the other finalists.
Activities & Mission
Welsh Singers Showcase organizes a classical singing competition which is held biennially at St. David's Hall in Cardiff. The event features four or five young singers, chosen following auditions, who perform with the BBC National Orchestra of Wales. The winner represents Wales in the BBC Cardiff Singer of the World the following year, and receives a cash prize, as do the other finalists.
Grants
Welsh Singers Showcase makes grants as part of its work.
- Gives grants to
- individuals
- Total spending (2025)
- £24,151
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- the general public
- What it supports
- education and training and arts, culture, heritage, or science
As recorded with the Charity Commission. To ask about applying, use the contact details and check the trustees and latest accounts below.
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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.
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| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £12,731 | £24,151 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £31,600 | £6,205 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £31,895 | £32,823 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £11,800 | £1,863 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £2,000 | £13,181 | 0 / 1 |
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Frequently asked questions about Welsh Singers Showcase
What does Welsh Singers Showcase do?
Welsh Singers Showcase organizes a classical singing competition which is held biennially at St. David's Hall in Cardiff. The event features four or five young singers, chosen following auditions, who perform with the BBC National Orchestra of Wales. The winner represents Wales in the BBC Cardiff Singer of the World the following year, and receives a cash prize, as do the other finalists.
How much income did Welsh Singers Showcase report in 2025?
Welsh Singers Showcase reported total income of £13k and reported expenditure of £24k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Welsh Singers Showcase registered as a charity?
Welsh Singers Showcase was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 13 August 2018 as charity number 1179521. It has been registered for 8 years.
Who runs Welsh Singers Showcase?
Welsh Singers Showcase is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is Dr CAROL BELL. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Welsh Singers Showcase operate?
Welsh Singers Showcase operates in Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Welsh Singers Showcase a registered charity?
Yes — Welsh Singers Showcase is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1179521.
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Also Known As
- Llwyfan Cantorion Cymreig
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 9 November 2026
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