Wednesday 14 August 2024
An exceptional line up of performances in the Royal College of Music (RCM) Autumn Season reflect the theme of Defining Moments: key events that inspired composers, or groundbreaking works that changed the course of music.
Thursday 11 July 2024
The Royal College of Music (RCM) achieved excellent results in the annual National Student Survey (NSS), excelling in teaching quality, learning opportunities and student voice.
Wednesday 26 June 2024
His Majesty The Emperor of Japan today experienced the Royal College of Music’s unique blend of heritage and innovation.
Wednesday 26 June 2024
Students from the Royal College of Music (RCM) had a unique opportunity to perform for Their Majesties The Emperor and Empress of Japan, Their Majesties King Charles III and Queen Camilla and Members of the Royal Family at the State Banquet at Buckingham Palace on 25 June 2024.
Wednesday 8 May 2024
We are honoured that King Charles III has chosen to become Patron of the Royal College of Music (RCM), continuing his longstanding relationship with the College.
Wednesday 10 April 2024
The Royal College of Music has been ranked the Global No. 1 institution for Performing Arts for the third year running and earned the inaugural top spot for Music in the QS World University Rankings by Subject.
Wednesday 27 March 2024
From the Royal College of Music (RCM) concert halls to London’s Southbank Centre and Wigmore Hall, the Summer 2024 Season boasts a range of performances from festivals and orchestral masterpieces to unique chamber works and new music by RCM composers.
Wednesday 6 December 2023
Sir Antonio Pappano returns to the College to conduct the RCM Symphony Orchestra, and Sir Thomas Allen and Dame Imogen Cooper share their knowledge with students in the masterclass series
Monday 27 November 2023
The RCM Philharmonic's unique recording of Toussaint L'Ouverture features in the National Portrait Gallery
Thursday 28 September 2023
The Royal College of Music (RCM) achieved the highest rating of Gold for its outstanding teaching, delivery of student experience and outcomes in the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) 2023.
Tuesday 12 September 2023
The Royal College of Music is delighted to announce a new global partnership with the industry-leading online platform Forte offering lessons with RCM teachers to students in the global Inspired Schools group.
Wednesday 16 August 2023
Distinguished conductor Sir Andrew Davis makes his debut at the College, and world-renowned piano virtuoso Lang Lang shares his expertise with students as part of the RCM's masterclass series.
Wednesday 5 April 2023
The Royal College of Music (RCM) presents an inspiring events programme and shines a spotlight on women composers throughout the Summer Season
Wednesday 22 March 2023
The Royal College of Music has been ranked as the global No. 1 institution for performing arts in the 2023 QS World University Rankings by Subject, holding this position for the second consecutive year.
Tuesday 20 December 2022
The RCM welcomes world-renowned artists as part of a varied season of concerts and events.
Thursday 1 December 2022
The Royal College of Music (RCM) wishes you a festive season full of joy and music with a special performance of Silent Night filmed in RCM’s wonderful new campus.
Wednesday 17 August 2022
The RCM announces a diverse range of concerts, talks and events including a series of performances inspired by nature this autumn.
Wednesday 6 April 2022
The Royal College of Music has been ranked as the global top institution for performing arts in the 2022 QS World University Rankings by Subject.
Wednesday 30 March 2022
The Royal College of Music (RCM) is pleased to present a vibrant summer events programme featuring festivals, classical concerts and innovative collaborations.
Thursday 4 March 2021
Royal College of Music named top institution for performing arts in the UK for sixth consecutive year and top in Europe.
Wednesday 25 August 2021
The Royal College of Music launches its 2021 events season, with more events to be announced.
Friday 22 October 2021
The Royal College of Music community sends its deepest sympathies to the family of Bernard Haitink, who died yesterday aged 92.
Thursday 22 July 2021
The Royal College of Music has performed well in the 2021 National Student Survey (NSS) achieving an overall satisfaction score of 85%.
Thursday 15 April 2021
RCM musicians are taking to the College’s stages to perform together for the first time since autumn 2020.
Thursday 27 May 2021
An exciting new film showcasing the RCM received its premiere last night at the College’s More Music Virtual Gala.
Wednesday 21 April 2021
The RCM has joined with three international partners to launch the Global Conservatoire.
Wednesday 6 January 2021
Members of the Royal College of Music community have been recognised in the Queen’s New Year’s Honours List.
Wednesday 9 September 2020
The Royal College of Music has launched its autumn events season for 2020, including the first performances in its brand-new Performance Hall.
Monday 3 August 2020
Sir Antonio Pappano, John Wilson and Holly Mathieson feature alongside RCM students in this month's online concert series, taking classic performances from our archives.
Thursday 16 July 2020
The Royal College of Music achieves strong performance in this year's National Student Survey (NSS).
Wednesday 1 July 2020
Rafael Payare, Juraj Valčuha, Roderick Williams and the Harlem Quartet feature alongside RCM students in this month's online concert series, taking classic performances from our archives. We are also pleased to announce an online showcase of some of our doctoral research.
Friday 1 May 2020
Join us online as our digital performance programme continues, including an orchestral masterclass with Maxim Vengerov and Dvořák Symphony no 8 conducted by Thomas Zehetmair
Tuesday 9 June 2020
The RCM is the top conservatoire for music in the 2021 Complete University Guide Arts, Drama and Music table for the second consecutive year
Tuesday 26 May 2020
The Royal College of Music is the first institution to partner with digital sheet music library nkoda, offering students access to hundreds of thousands of scores.
Monday 20 April 2020
The RCM has launched a free online concert series, offering audiences a diverse programme of broadcasts featuring talented RCM students and celebrated visiting artists.
Thursday 16 January 2020
The Royal College of Music is delighted to welcome a roster of leading international musicians who join the College as professors this year.
Tuesday 3 December 2019
The Royal College of Music today announced its first season of events for 2020.
Tuesday 6 August 2019
The Royal College of Music has launched its autumn season with a concert series designed to showcase the exceptional talent of RCM musicians.