LONDON GAY SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
The LGSO is the oldest lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender orchestra in the UK. We welcome anyone whatever their sexuality. The Orchestra prides itself on being run by its members: a repertoire committee chooses the music we play and one of our aims is to develop the talents of all of our members.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity made a profit of £5,717.33 for the year ending 31 July 2025, with total income of £34,210.21 and total expenditure of £28,492.88. The balance in the bank was £16,820.27 as of the end of the financial year. The trustees report that many items for the coming season have already been paid for, indicating robust financial management.
What the accounts disclose
“Ticket sales accounted for £12,617.25 across the year which equated to 36.9% of our income.” — page 2
Trustees
- Joshua Alexander Mazzocchi Sturgeschair
- Edward Price
- GARY CLARKE
- Govind Kharbanda
- PETER NEIL REYNOLDS
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/07/2025 | £34k | £28k |
| 31/07/2024 | £36k | £26k |
| 31/07/2023 | £29k | £26k |
| 31/07/2022 | £22k | £21k |
| 31/07/2021 | £15k | £13k |
Common questions
Is LONDON GAY SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity made a profit of £5,717.33 for the year ending 31 July 2025, with total income of £34,210.21 and total expenditure of £28,492.88. The balance in the bank was £16,820.27 as of the end of the financial year. The trustees report that many items for the coming season have already been paid for, indicating robust financial management.
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 17/06/2008 | £8k | World AIDS Day Concert |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 20/07/2005 | £5k | tenth anniversary season |