--- title: "Richter Ensemble — check charity number 1196634 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Richter Ensemble a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1196634. General Charitable Purposes charity based in 55 London Road. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/richter-ensemble retrieved: 2026-08-23T20:47:06.954Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Richter Ensemble is a registered charity (number 1196634) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: general charitable purposes; education/training; 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 Richter Ensemble? Registered charity number 1196634 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO Location 55 London Road Website [www.richterensemble.com](http://www.richterensemble.com/) ## What does Richter Ensemble do? Richter Ensemble aims to advance the education of the public in the art and science of music and the study, promotion, encouragement and appreciation of music from the baroque through the twentieth century played on period instruments. One particular area of interest, for example, is exploring the music of the Second Viennese School. ## What causes is Richter Ensemble registered for? General Charitable PurposesEducation/trainingArts/culture/heritage/science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Richter Ensemble yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Richter Ensemble 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=richter-ensemble&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.richterensemble.com/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Richter Ensemble a legitimate charity? Yes. Richter Ensemble is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1196634) 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 Richter Ensemble's charity number? Richter Ensemble's charity number is 1196634. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1196634? Search 1196634 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 Richter Ensemble do? Richter Ensemble aims to advance the education of the public in the art and science of music and the study, promotion, encouragement and appreciation of music from the baroque through the twentieth century played on period instruments. One particular area of interest, for example, is exploring the music of the Second Viennese School. Does Richter Ensemble have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Richter Ensemble. 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 Richter Ensemble? Richter Ensemble's website is http://www.richterensemble.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/1196634).