ORION SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
The Orion Orchestra is a London-based symphony orchestra for exceptionally talented young musicians soon to leave music college. Performing within the city's most prestigious venues, it aims to encompass the full range of orchestral styles and disciplines its members will encounter in their later professional lives, from operatic and orchestral music to contemporary and fusion styles.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that total funds increased to £77,660, with unrestricted reserves at £47,127, which exceeds the trustees' stated policy target of no less than £50,000. The trustees confirmed the organization is a going concern, noting that while there is uncertainty regarding whether concert income covers expenditure, careful planning ensures continuity.
What the accounts disclose
“The trustees will aim to hold unrestricted reserves of no less than £50,000 in normal circumstances”
“Orion Orchestra Trading Company Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary” — page 10
Trustees
- Brian Andrew Hollingsworth
- CHRISTIAN GROBEL
- Charles Kirby
- Christopher John Colosimo
- Denis Cassidy
- IAN MCLEAN ADAMS
- Janet Cassidy
- Karen Phillipps
- MARGARET POLLOCK
- Peter Sheppard
- TOBY PURSER
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2025 | £134k | £119k |
| 31/03/2024 | £143k | £113k |
| 31/03/2023 | £103k | £114k |
| 31/03/2022 | £82k | £69k |
| 31/03/2021 | £23k | £8k |
Common questions
Is ORION SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that total funds increased to £77,660, with unrestricted reserves at £47,127, which exceeds the trustees' stated policy target of no less than £50,000. The trustees confirmed the organization is a going concern, noting that while there is uncertainty regarding whether concert income covers expenditure, careful planning ensures continuity. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Who funds ORION SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA?
Funders whose own accounts filings name ORION SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA as a grant recipient include THE REED FOUNDATION, THE JOHN S COHEN FOUNDATION.
Known funders
| Funder | Year | Amount | Purpose (as stated by the funder) |
|---|---|---|---|
| THE REED FOUNDATION | FY2022 | £11k | Christmas Challenge |
| THE JOHN S COHEN FOUNDATION | FY2023 | £4k | Arts |
| THE REED FOUNDATION | FY2021 | — |