SINFONIA CYMRU
Sinfonia Cymru is an 'under 30s' orchestra dedicated to championing outstanding young professional musicians from across the UK, and supporting them in the early stages of their careers to give them the very best start. Through this we provide exceptional-quality musical experiences - orchestral and chamber scale - for audiences and participants across Wales.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity reported a net expenditure of £88,796 for the year, resulting in a decrease in total funds to £232,398. The trustees have approved a reserves policy targeting a Risk Reserve of £75,000, and the charity holds General Funds of £126,194, which they describe as crucial for maintaining good cashflow. The organization is operating with a defined contribution pension scheme and has no disclosed trading subsidiaries or pension deficits.
What the accounts disclose
“Alistair Vennart Trustee for creating musical arrangements for the organisation totalling £2358.70 during the year. Alistair is an established arranger of musical works, and received payment in line with industry standards.”
“Sinfonia Cymru was introduced to Gregynog Hall by Carole‑Anne Davies, the Chair of The Gregynog Trust. Carole‑Anne is married to Sinfonia Cymru trustee, Wiard Sterk.”
“Alistair Vennart Trustee for creating musical arrangements for the organisation totalling £2358.70 during the year. Alistair is an established arranger of musical works, and received payment in line with industry standards.”
“Sinfonia Cymru was introduced to Gregynog Hall by Carole‑Anne Davies, the Chair of The Gregynog Trust. Carole‑Anne is married to Sinfonia Cymru trustee, Wiard Sterk.”
In the news
- Music at the Heart of the community: Sinfonia Cymru take us from Latin America and France to concerts in local venues across Wales
- Sinfonia Cymru / Laura van de Heijden review – quiet authority and effortless grace inspire
Corporate structure
- Registered company of the charity Companies House 03240356
Company officers (Companies House)
- MARSHMAN, Aled Tudor not on trustee list
- BRIGHT, Russell Steven on trustee list
- MADELEY, Llinos Mair on trustee list
- PLUMLEY, Catrin Siân on trustee list
- VENNART, Alistair John on trustee list
- STERK, Wiard Marius Albert on trustee list
- TRESS, Caroline
Trustees
- Wiard Marius Albert Sterkchair
- Alistair John Vennart
- Catrin Sian Plumley
- Llinos Mair Madeley
- Russell Steven Bright
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 30/09/2025 | £469k | £558k |
| 30/09/2024 | £486k | £466k |
| 30/09/2023 | £453k | £473k |
| 30/09/2022 | £350k | £289k |
| 30/09/2021 | £282k | £225k |
Common questions
Is SINFONIA CYMRU financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity reported a net expenditure of £88,796 for the year, resulting in a decrease in total funds to £232,398. The trustees have approved a reserves policy targeting a Risk Reserve of £75,000, and the charity holds General Funds of £126,194, which they describe as crucial for maintaining good cashflow. The organization is operating with a defined contribution pension scheme and has no disclosed trading subsidiaries or pension deficits. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Who funds SINFONIA CYMRU?
Funders whose own accounts filings name SINFONIA CYMRU as a grant recipient include CYNGOR CELFYDDYDAU CYMRU, THE JOHN R. MURRAY CHARITABLE TRUST, COLWINSTON CHARITABLE TRUST, THE SCOPS ARTS TRUST, THE OAKDALE TRUST.
Known funders
| Funder | Year | Amount | Purpose (as stated by the funder) |
|---|---|---|---|
| CYNGOR CELFYDDYDAU CYMRU | FY2023 | £224k | Core funding |
| THE JOHN R. MURRAY CHARITABLE TRUST | FY2021 | £50k | Advancement of the arts, culture, heritage and science |
| COLWINSTON CHARITABLE TRUST | FY2025 | £35k | Powys Schools project |
| COLWINSTON CHARITABLE TRUST | FY2023 | £25k | A grant of £25,000 was offered to support the Mainly Village Halls tour for 2023 and 2024 over 2 years. |
| THE SCOPS ARTS TRUST | FY2022 | £8k | Grants pledged for payment in later years |
| CYNGOR CELFYDDYDAU CYMRU | FY2023 | £7k | Cost-of-living support |
| THE SCOPS ARTS TRUST | FY2023 | £3k | Music Education & Engagement (children) |
| THE SCOPS ARTS TRUST | FY2022 | £3k | Grants awarded and paid during the period |
| THE OAKDALE TRUST | FY2022 | £1k |
Funders of similar charities
| Funder | Similar charities funded | Amount to them |
|---|---|---|
| The Ashley Family Foundation | 3 | £43k |
| THE SAINTBURY TRUST | 2 | £19k |
| THE MARCHUS TRUST | 2 | £10k |
| THE IDLEWILD TRUST | 2 | £9k |
| DR RADCLIFFE'S TRUST | 2 | £9k |
| THE GEORGE CADBURY TRUST (GEORGE HENRY T AND LAURENCE J CADBURY SECTIONS) | 2 | £5k |
| L G HARRIS TRUST | 1 | — |
| THE GUYLL-LENG CHARITABLE TRUST | 1 | £455k |
Charities like this
- ENSEMBLE CYMRU
- ORPHEUS SINFONIA FOUNDATION
- CITY OF BIRMINGHAM SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
- TY CERDD - MUSIC CENTRE WALES
- THE YOUNG MUSICIANS SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
- THE NATIONAL YOUTH ORCHESTRA OF GREAT BRITAIN
Side by side with its peers
| Charity | Income | Top pay band | Staff >£60k | Reserves vs policy | Fundraising cost | Going concern |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SINFONIA CYMRU | £469k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| ENSEMBLE CYMRU | £102k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| ORPHEUS SINFONIA FOUNDATION | £218k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| CITY OF BIRMINGHAM SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA | £8.6m | — | — | above | — | no doubt |
| TY CERDD - MUSIC CENTRE WALES | £709k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| THE YOUNG MUSICIANS SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA | £256k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |