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Welcome to our Autumn Season of events!

This season encapsulates concerts that reflect the theme of Defining Moments: key events that inspired composers, and groundbreaking works that changed the course of music.

Monumental choral music

We feature the music of Michael Tippett, who studied at the Royal College of Music, in one of his most famous works – his iconoclastic oratorio A Child of Our Time, conducted by British music champion, Martyn Brabbins.

Sparkling scores 

Our orchestral programmes range from Mahler’s Ninth Symphony with Nicholas Collon, through Sibelius with Chloé van Soeterstède, and on to the Doctor Atomic Symphony by John Adams and the UK premiere of the recent Oscar-winning score for Oppenheimer. The RCM Junior Department orchestras end their autumn with an all-RCM composer concert, featuring Coleridge-Taylor, Britten, and a rare performance of Vaughan Williams’ Job: a Masque for Dancing.

Eclectic ensembles 

Our instrumental groups are very active throughout the autumn, with vigorous dance rhythms from the RCM Jazz Orchestra led by Bansangu founder, Paul Booth; John Williams performed by the RCM Wind Orchestra; and brass music through the ages with Matthias Höfs and the RCM Brass Ensemble. 

Chamber music gems 

Chamber music appears in many guises – our regular spotlight features include Villa-Lobos’ much-loved Bachianas brasileiras no 1 and Martinů’s tongue-in-cheek La revue de cuisine. A new chamber opportunity is our Elevenses series in The Carne Room, overlooking the Royal Albert Hall, with a free drink in the RCM Café. 

Cutting-edge talent 

New Perspectives features current and past RCM composers including Hannah Kendall’s Verdala, a work drawing on the British-Caribbean experience, and there is further new music in our regular Electric Dreams concert, curated by Dr Diana Salazar. Plus, enjoy a brand-new collaboration with the Natural History Museum and the Wildlife Photographer of the Year exhibition. 

Masterclasses and more 

With insightful visits from Sir Thomas Allen, Gerald Finley, Clare Farr and Armand Djikoloum, regular Museum and organ concerts and much more, we look forward to welcoming you.

The interior of St Mary Abbots church in Kensington

22 November 2024, 1:05pm

Enjoy a varied programme of chamber music from Royal College of Music musicians at this lunchtime concert at St Mary Abbots Church in Kensington.

Two images side-by-side of Richard Harris (left) and Steve Wilson (right) both wearing shirts and smiling

22 November 2024, 2:00pm

In this exciting brass masterclass Richard Harris and Steve Wilson collaborate with Royal College of Music musicians to showcase the exciting sounds of the trombone.

Ole Kristian Dahl sits against a wall in a suit and tie, holding his bassoon and smiling

22 November 2024, 2:00pm

Distinguished teacher and Visiting Professor of Bassoon, Ole Kristian Dahl returns to the Royal College of Music this autumn to work with RCM bassoonists.

The elaborately decorated Flentrop Orgelbouw organ at the Royal College of Music

22 November 2024, 6:00pm

Royal College of Music organist Barney Silverstone performs in the RCM’s Organ Interludes series, exploring a variety of works on the Flentrop Orgelbouw organ.

Two images side-by-side of Richard Harris (left) and Steve Wilson (right) both wearing shirts and smiling

22 November 2024, 6:00pm

Following their masterclass, Richard Harris and Steve Wilson perform a trombone recital, featuring Flood for two trombones, electronics and narrator.

A girl from the Junior Department plays the cello, smiling

23 November 2024, 5:30pm

See rising stars from the Royal College of Music Junior Department perform a varied programme of works for small ensembles.

Members of the Aeolian Winds stand outside dressed in black and holding their instruments, from left to right: bassoon, flute, horn, oboe and clarinet

24 November 2024, 11:00am

Wind quintet Aeolian Winds perform repertoire by Debussy, Rossini and Schumann as well as two pieces by contemporary composer and flautist Valerie Coleman.

A string quartet performs in the brightly lit Elgar Room of the Royal Albert Hall, while an audience listens attentively

24 November 2024, 1:30pm

Join musicians for a relaxed concert tailored for people with additional needs in the Elgar Room of the Royal Albert Hall.

A grand piano in a room with a large rug and a chandelier and fireplace

25 November 2024, 1:05pm

Enjoy a varied programme of chamber music from Royal College of Music musicians at this lunchtime concert at the Austrian Cultural Forum.

A graphic of three semi-circles in shades of light purple, on a dark navy background

25 November 2024, 7:00pm

The Royal College of Music Opera Studio presents a triple-bill of vocal masterpieces sung in French.

Steven Devine sits at the clavichord and smiles broadly

26 November 2024, 10:30am

Discover the captivating keyboard music of CPE Bach and his family in the Royal College of
Music’s annual Clavichord Day.

Two violinists play their instruments in the RCM Museum

26 November 2024, 1:05pm

Enjoy a varied programme of chamber music from RCM musicians at this lunchtime concert. 

Vistors look at a pink 20th century dress in a museum display case

27 November 2024, 12:30pm

Enjoy a tour of the RCM Museum led by our knowledgeable team.

A wintry landscape across a lake and forest of pine trees

27 November 2024, 6:00pm

Enjoy a charming after-hours performance by RCM musicians, inspired by the surrounding historical collection of the Museum.

A portrait of Madame de Pompadour by Francois Boucher

27 November 2024, 6:00pm

Musicians from the Royal College of Music Historical Performance Faculty perform a sumptuous array of works from the French Baroque.

A graphic of three semi-circles in shades of light purple, on a dark navy background

27 November 2024, 7:00pm

The Royal College of Music Opera Studio presents a triple-bill of vocal masterpieces sung in French.

Hannah Kendall sits at a table with her hands clasped, looking over her shoulder

28 November 2024, 6:00pm

The Royal College of Music’s new music ensemble brings together a range of defining events, personal reflections and portrayals.

Left: a young Kenneth V Jones studies a score, Right: Irena Radic rests her hand on her chin and smiles

28 November 2024, 6:00pm

Constant & Kit Lambert Junior Fellow pianist Irena Radić presents a programme of works by composer Kenneth V Jones in celebration of his centenary.

An aerial photo of a wind quintet performing in the RCM museum, while a small audience watches attentively

29 November 2024, 12:30pm

Enjoy polished chamber performances amongst a beautiful collection of historic artefacts and instruments.

The interior of a church with a grand piano on the altar

29 November 2024, 1:10pm

Enjoy a varied programme of chamber music from talented Royal College of Music musicians at this lunchtime concert.

Torleif Thedéen crouches next to his cello holding it with one hand, resting his chin in the other

29 November 2024, 2:00pm

Visiting Professor of Cello, Torleif Thedéen, is one of the most highly regarded musicians in Scandinavia. Today he presents a fascinating cello masterclass.

A woman in a photo gallery looks at an image of two hippos underwater

29 November 2024, 6:00pm

See the world through a new lens as RCM composers present innovative compositions inspired by a selection of images from the Natural History Museum’s 2024 Wildlife Photographer of the Year.

A graphic of three semi-circles in shades of light purple, on a dark navy background

29 November 2024, 7:00pm

The Royal College of Music Opera Studio presents a triple-bill of vocal masterpieces sung in French.

Left: a young Kenneth V Jones studies a score, Right: three people stand outside smiling

30 November 2024, 5:15pm

Visit the Royal College of Music for a vibrant programme featuring new works composed by RCM Junior Department composers for RCMJD ensembles.

A graphic of three semi-circles in shades of light purple, on a dark navy background

30 November 2024, 7:00pm

The Royal College of Music Opera Studio presents a triple-bill of vocal masterpieces sung in French.

Trombonists from the Junior Department sit in an orchestra rehearsal, holding their instruments and smiling

30 November 2024, 7:00pm

In a performance of works by three prolific RCM alumni, Christopher Hirons and Jacques Cohen direct the RCM Junior Department Symphony and Chamber Orchestras in their final concert of the Autumn Season.

A three-piece baroque chamber group wear all black and perform in the RCM museum

03 December 2024, 6:00pm

Join RCM musicians for a performance inspired by the Museum’s stunning collection of instruments.

Vistors look at a pink 20th century dress in a museum display case

04 December 2024, 12:30pm

Enjoy a tour of the RCM Museum led by our knowledgeable team.

The interior of a church with a grand piano on the altar

04 December 2024, 1:10pm

Enjoy a varied programme of chamber music from talented Royal College of Music musicians at this lunchtime concert.

The silhouette of a student from the Junior Department playing the saxophone

07 December 2024, 11:00am

Specially selected RCM Junior Department musicians take centre stage for a concert of solo performances accompanied by piano.

Two students from the Junior Department play the saxophone

07 December 2024, 2:30pm

This lively concert promises a rousing end to the Autumn Term with a packed programme.

The silhouette of the back a conductor with his hands in the air, the orchestra in front of him with their bows in the air

09 December 2024, 6:00pm

Join us for a special RCM Conductors' Podium concert curated by RCM students, featuring a number of vibrant works for string orchestra, including Elgar's popular Serenade for Strings.

Vistors look at a pink 20th century dress in a museum display case

11 December 2024, 12:30pm

Enjoy a tour of the RCM Museum led by our knowledgeable team.

A graphic of black figurines in positions spelling out STITCHED IN SOUND

12 December 2024, 6:00pm

Drawing inspiration from the idea of a tapestry woven by many hands yet presenting the illusion of a single creator, this performance promises to deliver a richly layered sonic experience.

A two-storey townhouse from the 16th century, birck-built with large windows

13 December 2024, 12:00pm

Enjoy a varied programme of chamber music from Royal College of Music musicians at this lunchtime concert at Pallant House in Chichester.

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