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Summer at the Royal College of Music: a season of festival spirit

Wednesday 2 April 2025

The Royal College of Music (RCM) Summer Season brings a vibrant festival atmosphere, with performances at Aldeburgh Festival, Wigmore Hall and Cadogan Hall, alongside a rich programme of concerts at the College.

Kurt Cobain Unplugged – one of rock music’s most iconic guitars displayed in a new exhibition at the Royal College of Music Museum

Monday 31 March 2025

Kurt Cobain’s legendary Martin D-18E, played during Nirvana’s iconic MTV Unplugged performance, will be displayed in the UK for the first time as part of Kurt Cobain Unplugged at the Royal College of Music (RCM) Museum, running from 3 June to 18 November 2025.

The 2024 Big Give Christmas Challenge: a record-breaking success

Monday 31 March 2025

Thanks to the great generosity of RCM Supporters, the Royal College of Music achieved record-breaking success in the 2024 Big Give Christmas Challenge

RCM Brass Faculty welcomes renowned musicians as Visiting Professors

Wednesday 26 March 2025

Three distinguished musicians join the Royal College of Music (RCM) Brass Faculty as Visiting Professors: Sarah Willis, horn player with the Berlin Philharmonic; Clare Farr, principal bass trombone of the Norwegian Radio Orchestra; and Jens Bjørn-Larsen, tuba player with the Chamber Orchestra of Europe.

Inside the contemporary conservatoire: an in-depth new book from the Royal College of Music

Tuesday 18 March 2025

Inside the Contemporary Conservatoire: Critical Perspectives from the Royal College of Music, London, provides fresh insight into the role, purpose and impact of a conservatoire, with the Royal College of Music (RCM) as a central case study.

Royal College of Music ranked Global No. 1 for fourth consecutive year

Wednesday 12 March 2025

The Royal College of Music (RCM) has once again been ranked the Global No. 1 institution for Music and Performing Arts in the QS World University Rankings by Subject. The College has proudly held the top spot in Performing Arts for four consecutive years and for Music since its introduction last year.

Royal College of Music students and alumni recognised in Classic FM 30 under 30

Thursday 6 March 2025

Students and alumni from the Royal College of Music (RCM) continue to shape the classical music world, with several earning a place in Classic FM’s 30 under 30 list which celebrates musicians who are transforming the industry.  

Europe’s first innovative performance presented by Royal College of Music and Steinway

Tuesday 4 March 2025

The Royal College of Music (RCM) is collaborating with Steinway & Sons to host Europe's first ever Spiriocast event organised by an institution, bringing the RCM performance into concert halls and to audiences across the world.

Green Week 2025: a spotlight on sustainability at the Royal College of Music

Friday 14 February 2025

Royal College of Music (RCM) Green Week took place from 17 to 23 February 2025, showcasing the College’s dedication to environmental sustainability and encouraging students and staff to take action towards a greener future.

Sounds of Blossom: Royal College of Music and Kew Gardens unite once again for musical celebration of spring

Wednesday 5 February 2025

The Royal College of Music and Kew Gardens welcome the arrival of spring in London with a unique festival of music and nature from 15 March to 6 April 2025.

Eden Shifroni named as 2025 recipient of Alastair Jackson International Opera Award

Tuesday 28 January 2025

The Alastair Jackson International Opera Award (AJIOA), managed by Melba Opera Trust, provides full funding to support two years of tuition and living expenses at the Royal College of Music, enabling Eden to complete a postgraduate Artist Diploma.

Royal College of Music hosts over 100 conductors for 50th International Conductors Guild Conference

Thursday 23 January 2025

The Royal College of Music (RCM) welcomed leading conductors from across the world to the 50th International Conductors Guild Conference, a three-day celebration of the art of conducting.

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.

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