--- title: "Capital Orchestra — check charity number 1179698 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Capital Orchestra a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1179698. Arts/culture/heritage/science charity based in London. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/capital-orchestra retrieved: 2026-08-18T07:30:47.627Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Capital Orchestra is a registered charity (number 1179698) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: arts/culture/heritage/science. CharityCompare shows its official register record below; a Clarity Score is added automatically once detailed filing history is available. ## What are the key facts about Capital Orchestra? Registered charity number 1179698 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location London Website [www.capitalorchestra.com](http://www.capitalorchestra.com/) ## What does Capital Orchestra do? Capital Orchestra are an 85-piece jazz and pop orchestra devoted to forwarding the direction of music, by bringing together audiences from the classical, jazz, and popular genres, to create a united forum for all audiences to be exposed to the range of music being innovated. This is done by emphasising important aspects of music at each event, and collaboration with established and rising artists. ## What causes is Capital Orchestra registered for? Arts/culture/heritage/science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Capital Orchestra yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Capital Orchestra is on the official register but outside the detailed-filing group we currently score (or awaiting its first filings), so we show its official register record instead of a rating. Its score appears automatically once enough filing data exists — never by payment. [How scoring works](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/methodology) ## Is this your charity? Claim this profile free to add your own description, correct details, or respond publicly. Optional [partner plans](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/partners) add your logo, photos, verified badge and supporter features — claiming itself is always free and never changes any score. [Claim this profile — free](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/claim?charity=capital-orchestra&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.capitalorchestra.com/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Capital Orchestra a legitimate charity? Yes. Capital Orchestra is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1179698) regulated by the Charity Commission for England and Wales. You can verify it on the official register. Registration proves status — it is not a Clarity Score or an impact rating. What is Capital Orchestra's charity number? Capital Orchestra's charity number is 1179698. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1179698? Search 1179698 on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register or on CharityCompare. Confirm the registered name matches the organisation asking for money — scammers sometimes reuse real charity numbers. What does Capital Orchestra do? Capital Orchestra are an 85-piece jazz and pop orchestra devoted to forwarding the direction of music, by bringing together audiences from the classical, jazz, and popular genres, to create a united forum for all audiences to be exposed to the range of music being innovated. This is done by emphasising important aspects of music at each event, and collaboration with established and rising artists. Does Capital Orchestra have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Capital Orchestra. This basic profile confirms registration and register facts. Rated charities also show a filing-based Clarity Score. For formal complaints, contact the Charity Commission for England and Wales or the Fundraising Regulator as appropriate. How can I donate to Capital Orchestra? Capital Orchestra's website is http://www.capitalorchestra.com — donate there directly so the charity receives the full amount. CharityCompare never takes a commission on donations. Source: Charity Commission for England and Wales register extract dated 2026-07-31, used under the [Open Government Licence v3.0](https://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/doc/open-government-licence/version/3/). Always verify current details on the [official register entry](https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/en/charity-search/-/charity-details/1179698).