--- title: "Scots Music Group — check charity number SC032702 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Scots Music Group a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC032702. the advancement of education charity based in City of Edinburgh. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/scots-music-group retrieved: 2026-08-23T09:07:09.477Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Scots Music Group is a registered charity (number SC032702) on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the advancement of education; the advancement of health; the advancement of citizenship or community development. Its latest reported income was £129,200 (year ending 2025-06-30). 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 Scots Music Group? Registered charity number SC032702 Status Registered (active) Charity type Company (the charity is registered with Companies House) Location City of Edinburgh Latest income (year ending 2025-06-30) £129,200 Website [www.scotsmusic.org](http://www.scotsmusic.org/) ## What does Scots Music Group do? Scots Music Group (SMG) teaches, promotes and performs Scottish traditional music, song and dance to and with adult students. In doing this it aims to create a critical relationship of respect and status to these art forms that they may live in the heart of the community and beyond. It offers a comprehensive programme, including weekly classes, short courses, one-day workshops, monthly events and specific community projects. To deliver this programme, SMG employs the best practitioners of Scottish music, song and dance as tutors to teach, inspire and encourage its students to perform together… ## What causes is Scots Music Group registered for? the advancement of educationthe advancement of healththe advancement of citizenship or community development ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Scots Music Group yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Scots Music Group 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=scots-music-group&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.scotsmusic.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Scots Music Group a legitimate charity? Yes. Scots Music Group is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC032702) regulated by the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR). You can verify it on the official register. Registration proves status — it is not a Clarity Score or an impact rating. What is Scots Music Group's charity number? Scots Music Group's charity number is SC032702. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC032702? Search SC032702 on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register or on CharityCompare. Confirm the registered name matches the organisation asking for money — scammers sometimes reuse real charity numbers. What does Scots Music Group do? Scots Music Group (SMG) teaches, promotes and performs Scottish traditional music, song and dance to and with adult students. In doing this it aims to create a critical relationship of respect and status to these art forms that they may live in the heart of the community and beyond. It offers a comprehensive programme, including weekly classes, short courses, one-day workshops, monthly events and specific community projects. To deliver this programme, SMG employs the best practitioners of Scottish music, song and dance as tutors to teach, inspire and encourage its students to perform together… Does Scots Music Group have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Scots Music Group. This basic profile confirms registration and register facts. Rated charities also show a filing-based Clarity Score. For formal complaints, contact the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) or the Fundraising Regulator as appropriate. How can I donate to Scots Music Group? Scots Music Group's website is http://www.scotsmusic.org — donate there directly so the charity receives the full amount. CharityCompare never takes a commission on donations. Source: Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register extract dated 2026-08-07, 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://www.oscr.org.uk/about-charities/search-the-register/charity-details?number=SC032702).