JAZZ NORTH
Jazz North is the development agency for jazz in the north of England working with, and on behalf of, the jazz sector to promote sustainable careers for northern musicians. We share, create and distribute information, events and opportunities and support the development and performance of the art-form through the provision of learning opportunities, conferences, tour support and other activities.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that Jazz North reported a surplus of £23,483 for the year ended 31 March 2025, with total income of £213,945 against expenditure of £190,462. The trustees note that the principal risk lies in reliance on one funder, specifically Arts Council England, and have built unrestricted reserves to cover three months of general operating costs plus projected redundancy costs.
What the accounts disclose
“as at 31st March 2025 have built the level of reserves required to the equivalent of three months general operating costs plus projected redundancy costs.” — page 8
“During the year income of £299 (2024: £40) was received from Manchester Jazz Festival.” — page 24
Trustees
- Aaron Casserly Stewart
- Perrilena Alleyne-Hughes
- Roger Wilson
- Sally Currie
- Sonia Bethan Mellor
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2025 | £214k | £190k |
| 31/03/2024 | £214k | £188k |
| 31/03/2023 | £205k | £196k |
| 31/03/2022 | £203k | £193k |
| 31/03/2021 | £199k | £190k |
Common questions
Is JAZZ NORTH financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that Jazz North reported a surplus of £23,483 for the year ended 31 March 2025, with total income of £213,945 against expenditure of £190,462. The trustees note that the principal risk lies in reliance on one funder, specifically Arts Council England, and have built unrestricted reserves to cover three months of general operating costs plus projected redundancy costs. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.