YORK MUSICAL SOCIETY
The object of the charity is to encourage and educate the public in the appreciation of music, primarily by the study of choral works, the presentation of concerts and other activities.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity is in a sound financial position with total net assets increasing to £111,686 from £99,500 in the prior year. The trustees report that the charity has adequate resources to continue in existence for the foreseeable future, with no material uncertainties identified regarding its going concern status.
What the accounts disclose
“The principal source of funds is membership subscriptions.” — page 5
“It is the policy of the trustees to maintain a reserve that would enable it to cover any uninsured losses or concert cancellation costs.”
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Trustees
- Nicola Jane Hedgeschair
- Catherine Rose Hilton
- Dr David John Knowelden
- Jonathan Mark Draper
- Lynn Bradshaw
- Margaret Frances Elizabeth Antoun
- Nicola Penelope Brunger
- Pauline Hagen OBE
- Revd Canon Timothy James Robinson
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/01/2025 | £69k | £57k |
| 31/01/2024 | £76k | £69k |
| 31/01/2023 | £82k | £63k |
| 31/01/2022 | £28k | £13k |
| 31/01/2021 | £9k | £17k |
Common questions
Is YORK MUSICAL SOCIETY financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity is in a sound financial position with total net assets increasing to £111,686 from £99,500 in the prior year. The trustees report that the charity has adequate resources to continue in existence for the foreseeable future, with no material uncertainties identified regarding its going concern status. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.