OXFORD HARMONIC CHOIR
The Oxford Harmonic Society is a large amateur choir under professional musical direction which gives public performances of choral works supported by a professional orchestra and soloists. It holds three concerts a year in major Oxford venues and rehearses for two hours weekly in Oxford from early September to late June.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity reported an excess of income over expenditure of £6,647 for the year ended 31 July 2025. Total unrestricted funds (General Fund) decreased from £35,021 to £25,217, while the Endowment Fund increased slightly to £36,304. The trustees note that audience numbers remain disappointing due to a general reduction in concert-going post-pandemic.
What the accounts disclose
Trustees
- AMANDA TOWNSENDchair
- Adam Martin
- Bettina Posselt
- DAVID PETER MORRIS FRSA
- DIANA PICK
- Dr Robin James Wilson
- Katherine Booth Stevens
- Margarita Ann Morris
- Philip John Butcher
- Rainer Buhler
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/07/2025 | £47k | £53k |
| 31/07/2024 | £55k | £52k |
| 31/07/2023 | £49k | £44k |
| 31/07/2022 | £40k | £42k |
| 31/07/2021 | £5k | £5k |
Common questions
Is OXFORD HARMONIC CHOIR financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity reported an excess of income over expenditure of £6,647 for the year ended 31 July 2025. Total unrestricted funds (General Fund) decreased from £35,021 to £25,217, while the Endowment Fund increased slightly to £36,304. The trustees note that audience numbers remain disappointing due to a general reduction in concert-going post-pandemic. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.