Royal College of Music best performing conservatoire in the People & Planet University League table

Monday 23 December 2024

The Royal College of Music has once again excelled in the 2024/25 People & Planet University League table, securing its position as the top performing conservatoire and ranking among the top 10 universities in London.

Yuja Wang mentors Royal College of Music pianists in BBC masterclass

Monday 16 December 2024

The Royal College of Music (RCM) hosted a compelling masterclass for RCM pianists led by world-renowned pianist Yuja Wang, filmed for the BBC News channel.

Legends and Tales are brought to life in the Royal College of Music’s Spring 2025 Season

Wednesday 11 December 2024

The Royal College of Music (RCM) Spring 2025 Season weaves together dramatic stories and musical masterpieces with the theme of Legends and Tales, featuring performances by renowned leaders of the classical world.

Royal College of Music and Natural History Museum's Wildlife Photographer of the Year exhibition unite for unique collaboration

Wednesday 27 November 2024

Composers from the Royal College of Music (RCM) are working with the Natural History Museum to create an immersive musical experience inspired by the Wildlife Photographer of the Year’s 60th exhibition.

The 2024 Big Give Christmas Challenge: our most ambitious match fund yet

Tuesday 19 November 2024

For the 15th year in a row, the Royal College of Music is delighted to have been selected to take part in the Big Give Christmas Challenge, the UK’s biggest match funding campaign.

Andrew Moore announced as Artistic Director of the Royal College of Music

Monday 18 November 2024

We are delighted that Andrew Moore will join the Royal College of Music (RCM) as Artistic Director from spring 2025.

Royal College of Music student joins the Berlin Philharmonic’s prestigious Karajan Academy

Friday 15 November 2024

Trombonist Robyn Anderson will join the Karajan Academy in January 2025, gaining mentorship, lessons and performance opportunities from the legendary Berlin Philharmonic.

Royal College of Music talent shines in BBC Young Musician 2024

Tuesday 22 October 2024

Royal College of Music (RCM) pianist Jacky Zhang captivated the judges throughout all stages of the prestigious BBC Young Musician of the Year competition, earning his place in the final three.

Royal College of Music’s Creative Careers Centre celebrates 25 years of support for RCM students and graduating musicians

Monday 21 October 2024

Renowned for its forward-thinking and holistic approach to developing the careers of young musicians, this year marks a quarter of a century of the Royal College of Music (RCM) Creative Careers Centre.

Award-winning soprano Sophie Bevan appointed as vocal professor

Monday 30 September 2024

Renowned soprano and Royal College of Music (RCM) alumna Sophie Bevan returns to her alma mater as a vocal professor in October 2024 to mentor the next generation of RCM singers.

Royal College of Music Woodwind Faculty welcomes two eminent new oboe professors

Wednesday 18 September 2024

John Roberts, principal oboe of the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, and Melanie Rothman, oboist in the Bavarian Radio Symphony Orchestra, join the Royal College of Music (RCM) Woodwind Faculty.

Violinist Jennifer Pike joins new roster of string professors at the Royal College of Music

Friday 13 September 2024

Legendary violinist Jennifer Pike has been appointed violin professor at the Royal College of Music (RCM), alongside revered leaders of the orchestral world. Peter Manning, former leader of the Royal Opera House Orchestra has been appointed violin professor, while Richard Harwood, previously principal cellist of the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, has been appointed cello professor.

2024/25 Royal College of Music Fellowships announced

Tuesday 3 September 2024

Selected via a competitive audition process, the list comprises some of today’s most talented young performers and academics.

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