Albert and Eugenie Frost Music Trust CIO

The trust funds education and training initiatives exclusively in the arts, with a strong emphasis on chamber music activities for violin, viola, and cello players. Supported work includes career development, masterclasses, performance opportunities, and awards for promising young musicians, typically children and young adults. Grants have supported conservatoires, youth ensembles, and prizes across England, Wales, and Scotland, enhancing access to elite training and professional exposure. The trust’s funding is concentrated on emerging string chamber musicians, setting it apart from broader arts supporters.

Eligible applicants are UK-registered charities or academic institutions operating UK-wide. The trust prioritises organisations that work with young string players, particularly in chamber music and ensemble repertoire. There are no specified income thresholds, and grants are made to both small groups and larger institutions. However, the trust works on an invited-only basis, so only organisations identified by trustees are considered; unsolicited applications are not accepted.

The trust does not fund core costs, capital projects, or emergency relief. Its support is directed exclusively towards programme and project costs that directly advance the musical development of young string players, particularly in chamber music.

The trust adopts a proactive, relational funding style, identifying and inviting organisations that align with its mission rather than accepting unsolicited applications. Grants are decided by trustees and can be either one-off or multi-year, reflecting a targeted, long-term approach to supporting emerging string chamber musicians.