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Join the RCM Young Double Reed Programme, an exciting opportunity to meet fellow enthusiasts, whilst learning from RCM professors.
Held on selected Sundays across the year, the RCM Young Double Reed Programme features inspiring classes, ensemble performances, masterclasses and creative collaborations. This an excellent chance to meet like-minded young musicians, form firm friendships and enjoy exploring your instrument and its repertoire, supported by wonderful teachers and players.
Spend time with world-leading teachers exploring new repertoire in ensembles, masterclasses and creative collaborations, as well as learning about breathing techniques and reed-making. You will also gain valuable advice about how to prepare for auditions, develop performance skills and receive peer-to-peer support from other young musicians in a supportive and friendly environment. Each session will be led by oboe and bassoon professors, aided by current RCM students and alumni, overseen by Sarah Burnett and James Turnbull.
Open to: 11–18 year olds (Years 7 to 13)
Standard: Grade 6+
Dates: Sunday 18 January, 8 February, 22 February, and 8 March, 12–5pm with a 5-6pm performance on the final date
Run by RCM Sparks
RCM Big Give Christmas Challenge
From 12pm on Tuesday 2 December to 12pm on Tuesday 9 December, we will be taking part in the Big Give Christmas Challenge, raising money for RCM Scholarships.
Every pound you donate through the Big Give will be matched, doubling the impact of your support and unlocking opportunities for talented musicians from all backgrounds to access world-class music education.
Every gift of every size will make a difference to the world’s greatest young musicians.
