--- title: "The Sound Lab — check charity number SC034953 | CharityCompare" description: "Is The Sound Lab a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC034953. the advancement of education charity based in Glasgow City. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/the-sound-lab retrieved: 2026-08-28T05:49:18.077Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer The Sound Lab is a registered charity (number SC034953) 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 the arts, heritage, culture or science; the provision of recreational facilities, or the organisation of recreational activities, with the object of improving the conditions of life for the persons for whom the facilities or activities are primarily intended. Its latest reported income was £207,073 (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 The Sound Lab? Registered charity number SC034953 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Glasgow City Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £207,073 Website [www.thesoundlab.org.uk](http://www.thesoundlab.org.uk/) ## What does The Sound Lab do? The Sound Lab was set up to provide access to music and music tuition to children and young people with barriers to access. We do this by organising tutor classes, workshops and programmes with professional tutors, and employ a 'free to the point of use' approach which involves us paying the tutors (the official Music Union rates), paying for travel to/from the learning space, and providing any instruments/equipment required for the sessions to take place. We also aim to provide industry experience and pathways, which can include young people performing live on local radio, or in a recording… ## What causes is The Sound Lab registered for? the advancement of educationthe advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or sciencethe provision of recreational facilities, or the organisation of recreational activities, with the object of improving the conditions of life for the persons for whom the facilities or activities are primarily intended ## Why is there no Clarity Score for The Sound Lab yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. The Sound Lab 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=the-sound-lab&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.thesoundlab.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is The Sound Lab a legitimate charity? Yes. The Sound Lab is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC034953) 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 The Sound Lab's charity number? The Sound Lab's charity number is SC034953. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC034953? Search SC034953 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 The Sound Lab do? The Sound Lab was set up to provide access to music and music tuition to children and young people with barriers to access. We do this by organising tutor classes, workshops and programmes with professional tutors, and employ a 'free to the point of use' approach which involves us paying the tutors (the official Music Union rates), paying for travel to/from the learning space, and providing any instruments/equipment required for the sessions to take place. We also aim to provide industry experience and pathways, which can include young people performing live on local radio, or in a recording… Does The Sound Lab have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for The Sound Lab. 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 The Sound Lab? The Sound Lab's website is http://www.thesoundlab.org.uk — 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=SC034953).