--- title: "Church Music Society — check charity number 1200306 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Church Music Society a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1200306. Education/training charity based in Church Music Society. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/church-music-society retrieved: 2026-08-19T05:35:45.493Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Church Music Society is a registered charity (number 1200306) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training; religious activities; arts/culture/heritage/science. Its latest reported income was £21,745 (year ending 2025-03-31). 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 Church Music Society? Registered charity number 1200306 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO Location Church Music Society Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £21,745 Website [www.church-music.org.uk](http://www.church-music.org.uk/) ## What does Church Music Society do? To advance the education of the public on the Art and Science of church music primarily by publishing music of the highest quality, both in context and presentation and which is not available through commercial publishers, for the diverse needs of the Christian Church. It also seeks to promote the cause of church music by disseminating information and co-operating with like-minded organisations. ## What causes is Church Music Society registered for? Education/trainingReligious ActivitiesArts/culture/heritage/science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Church Music Society yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Church Music Society 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=church-music-society&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.church-music.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Church Music Society a legitimate charity? Yes. Church Music Society is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1200306) 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 Church Music Society's charity number? Church Music Society's charity number is 1200306. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1200306? Search 1200306 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 Church Music Society do? To advance the education of the public on the Art and Science of church music primarily by publishing music of the highest quality, both in context and presentation and which is not available through commercial publishers, for the diverse needs of the Christian Church. It also seeks to promote the cause of church music by disseminating information and co-operating with like-minded organisations. Does Church Music Society have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Church Music Society. 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 Church Music Society? Church Music Society's website is http://www.church-music.org.uk — 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/1200306).