BOURNEMOUTH SYMPHONY CHORUS
Registered charity 1040282 · accounts filings on the Charity Commission register · also known as B S CHORUS, BSC
The preparation, study and performance of choral music for the public. To study and prepare existing compositions and to commission new works. To support the development and engagement of young people in the arts and in particular choral singing. To facilitate arts activity in the local community and to work with the Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra in the performance and promotion of choral music.
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Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity adopted an Accruals Accounting system due to an increase in income, necessitating a redesign of the accounts. The Trustees report that the Chorus attracted sponsorship for commissions and concerts, and received considerable donations from its Patron to facilitate major projects like the Japan tour. The filing notes that the charity is seen externally as part of the Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra, which impacts its independent fundraising strategy.
Automated summary of the FY2025 accounts; the evidenced findings below carry the verbatim passages.
What the accounts disclose
Related-party transaction: Patron Steve Brosnan donated a considerable sum to facilitate the Japan tour and fund 10 bursary scholars.
“Our Patron Steve Brosnan has donated a considerable sum to the BSC which is facilitating the Japan tour and other priorities.”
Per its FY2025 accounts as filed with the Charity Commission.
Accounts independently examined (not a full audit). Discloses 4 of 6 completeness components.
Public fundraising profile: JustGiving — Bournemouth Symphony Chorus (matched by registered charity number).
Public profiles (found on the charity’s own website): facebook
Trustee list from the Charity Commission register (current, not historical).
Operates in: Bournemouth · Devon · Dorset · Hampshire · Poole
Income and spending
Common questions
Is BOURNEMOUTH SYMPHONY CHORUS financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity adopted an Accruals Accounting system due to an increase in income, necessitating a redesign of the accounts. The Trustees report that the Chorus attracted sponsorship for commissions and concerts, and received considerable donations from its Patron to facilitate major projects like the Japan tour. The filing notes that the charity is seen externally as part of the Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra, which impacts its independent fundraising strategy. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
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