The London Mozart Players Trust is looking for people like you to play a key role in the future development of this vibrant charity
We are now looking for up to four new trustees from across England who have an enthusiasm for orchestral music and a belief in its potential to transform lives.
As the UK’s longest-established chamber orchestra, the London Mozart Players (LMP) has a 70-year history of performing and recording superb music to the highest standard. For over 27 years it has enjoyed the enthusiastic and engaged patronage of HRH Prince Edward The Earl of Wessex, who attends our concerts whenever possible and hosts an annual concert event for us and our principal supporters at a Royal palace.
The LMP was founded by Harry Blech and has since performed under a series of distinguished principal conductors and artistic directors, although the orchestra is now self-directed (the only orchestra of its kind in the UK). LMP has consistently performed with the best soloists in the world including Yehudi Menuhin, Jacqueline du Pré and Sir James Galway. The LMP has always given a platform to young artists and has taken great joy in the continued success of many, including Nicola Benedetti (who gave her first public performance with the LMP), Sheku Kanneh-Mason, Martin James Bartlett, Alison Balsam and many others.
For 30 years, the LMP has been the resident orchestra of the Fairfield Halls, Croydon, and after a major refurbishment, the Fairfield Halls will reopen in September 2019 with a gala concert given by the LMP. Along with a London series at St John Smith Square, frequent appearances at Southbank Centre and a busy concert schedule across the UK, the LMP continues its successful recording and touring tradition.
As a trustee, you will play a crucial role in helping the London Mozart Players take music and creativity to schools, care homes, and other non-traditional environments. We work hard to introduce diverse groups to world-class orchestral experiences, particularly in culturally under-served rural and disadvantaged urban areas. We are seeking to recruit trustees to be active and involved members of a dynamic and ambitious team and to take forward the strategic development of the charity.
We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, age groups and cultures. It is not necessary to have previous trustee or committee experience as mentoring and training will be provided, as appropriate. We are committed to improving the diversity in the composition of our Board.
We would particularly, but not exclusively, welcome applications from people who can contribute to the Board’s effectiveness in any or a combination of the following areas:
- Orchestral music – whether performance, programming or promotion
- Fundraising
- Health & Wellbeing – health sector policy development; arts and health initiatives
- Financial support.
Trustees meet as a full Board four times a year supplemented by smaller working groups as required. Board meetings usually take place in London. Working groups often meet virtually via video/phone conference. Trustees are expected to attend London Mozart Players concerts and other events whenever possible.
Whilst the role is voluntary and unpaid, travel and other appropriate expenses may be reimbursed.
Informal interviews are expected to take place in Autumn 2019. See below for more information and how to apply.
Role of Trustees
The Trustees have ultimate accountability for directing the affairs of The London Mozart Players Trust, and ensuring that it is solvent, well run, and delivering the charitable outcomes for which it has been set up. Trustees must act with integrity and avoid any personal conflicts of interest and are expected to be champions for The London Mozart Players Trust, whenever the opportunity arises.
All Trustees need to meet the following essential criteria:
- Commitment to and support of The London Mozart Players Trust’s purpose and vision;
- The ability to think strategically and exercise sound judgement;
- An ability to reflect their own area of expertise in the full range of board discussions;
- Demonstrable ability to champion The London Mozart Players Trust, both within their own context and that of The London Mozart Players Trust networks and events;
- A clear understanding of, or willingness to undertake training to acquire, the principles of charitable and corporate governance.
In return, we offer you the opportunity to be an essential part of the future development of an innovative and forward-thinking charity, bringing the thrill of classical music to people and places all over the world, and leading new thinking in the sector. Being a trustee will provide you with new insight into the charitable and cultural sectors and the opportunity to build your knowledge and skills.
More about the London Mozart Players
The “London Mozart Players” consists of two separate but related organisations, namely the London Mozart Players Trust (a charity, with which this invitation is directly concerned), and the London Mozart Players Orchestra Limited (a company, which is responsible for the operations of the LMP). The work of the LMP is funded by a great variety of sources, including sales of concert tickets and recordings, royalties, statutory and local authority organisations, public and private commissioners, private trusts and foundations, and individual donors. As a charity, The London Mozart Players Trust has beneficial status as regards recovering Gift Aid on eligible donations.
Please browse the rest of our website for more information about our work and our recent projects.
More information about being a trustee can be found on the Charity Commission website:
How to Apply
Please email your CV and a covering letter explaining why the role appeals to you and what you could bring to London Mozart Players Trust. Please address your letter to our Chair, Nick Mallett and email it to nick@lmp.org.
The closing date for applications is Friday 18th October 2019. Informal interviews are expected to take place in October 2019.