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Royal College of Music singers win prestigious awards
Royal College of Music (RCM) students and alumni continue to garner awards and recognition for their exceptional talent.
The Royal College of Music (RCM) has appointed Dr Jonathan Cole, Head of Composition, and William Mival, Composition professor, to Personal Chairs in Composition.
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Family Concert with Fatima Zahra Hassan and Grand Union Orchestra
09 August 2024, 2:00pm
Performance Hall