DERBY CHORAL UNION
The Derby Choral Union performs concerts and holds other choral events. It aims to increase the public knowledge and appreciation of music by the practice and performance of oratorios and other musical works of high excellence, sacred and secular.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity reported a deficit of £2,568 for the year ended 31st May 2025, resulting in unrestricted reserves of £13,859. The trustees note that while these reserves provide some breathing space, future sustainability is reliant on improving member retention, ticket sales, and securing sponsorship and grants.
What the accounts disclose
“Our reserves have given us some breathing space over the last few years as we try to return to a sustainable position post-Covid. But they will not do that forever.” — page 5
Trustees
- Alison Kent
- Dr Jane Perry
- Graham Anthony Scott
- John Maxwell-Jones
- Karen Elizabeth Sampson
- Michael Harris
- Phillip Mackin
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/05/2025 | £27k | £29k |
| 31/05/2024 | £25k | £26k |
| 31/05/2023 | £21k | £21k |
| 31/05/2022 | £11k | £10k |
| 30/04/2021 | £4k | £7k |
Common questions
Is DERBY CHORAL UNION financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity reported a deficit of £2,568 for the year ended 31st May 2025, resulting in unrestricted reserves of £13,859. The trustees note that while these reserves provide some breathing space, future sustainability is reliant on improving member retention, ticket sales, and securing sponsorship and grants.