What's on / Events & Festivals
Autumn season of events
Coming up this season
This season, we've more wonderful weekly performances to share with the RCM community, plus a new Chamber Essentials concert series and the return of our popular In Focus films! Browse our upcoming online events to see what's in store in the summer months.
Concerts
15 January 2025, 6:00pm
Performance Hall
Taking inspiration from Paris’ first public, non-subscription concert series, the Concert Spirituel, Ensemble Augelletti performs charming chamber music by Corelli, Leclair, Bach and Telemann.
16 January 2025, 6:00pm
The Carne Room
Enjoy a varied programme of chamber music from RCM musicians at this rush-hour concert.
17 January 2025, 12:30pm
RCM Museum
Enjoy polished chamber performances amongst a beautiful collection of historic artefacts and instruments.
17 January 2025, 1:05pm
St Mary Abbots Church, Kensington High Street, W8 4LA
Enjoy a varied programme of chamber music from Royal College of Music musicians at this lunchtime concert at St Mary Abbots Church in Kensington.
Online masterclasses
20 January 2025, 3:00pm
Performance Hall
Internationally renowned trumpeter and educator Ashley Hall-Tighe has forged a performing career that spans over two decades. Ashley works with musicians from the RCM Brass Faculty in this inspiring masterclass.
24 January 2025, 2:00pm
The Carne Room
Royal College of Music cellists draw inspiration from Laura can der Heijden’s extensive experience during an afternoon masterclass.
31 January 2025, 2:00pm
Performance Studio
The RCM welcomes Irish guitarist and RCM alumnus Manus Noble, one of the UK's leading classical guitarists, known for his strong, unique sound.
04 February 2025, 6:00pm
Performance Hall
Currently serving as the Principal Clarinet of the London Philharmonic Orchestra, Benjamin Mellefont returns to his alma mater to lead an engaging clarinet masterclass.
Online talks and seminars
16 January 2025, 5:15pm
Performance Hall
Join us in celebrating a significant birthday for Janet Hilton, a much-loved and distinguished clarinet professor at the Royal College of Music.
30 January 2025, 6:00pm
Performance Hall
Sam shares insights into his role in shaping the strategic vision for the network and maintaining the prominence of the world’s biggest classical music festival in the UK and across the world.
06 February 2025, 5:15pm
Performance Hall
This session highlights guitarist Gary Ryan’s inspiring musical versatility as the first non-bowed string player to be appointed RCM Head of Strings.
12 February 2025, 5:45pm
Amaryllis Fleming Concert Hall
Don’t miss the chance to hear George Lewis offer insights into his music during a pre-concert talk with RCM Head of Composition, Professor Jonathan Cole.
Participatory events
20 February 2025, 1:00pm
Amaryllis Fleming Concert Hall
Discover the fantastical music of The Legend of Zelda in this thrilling concert for all the family!
16 February 2025, 10:15am
RCM Museum and Weston Discovery Centre
Enjoy a variety of family friendly activities in the Royal College of Music Museum this half term. Discover and engage with our amazing collections through music, stories and crafts!
12 January 2025, 11:00am
Various locations
The new RCM Young Double Reed Programme is an exciting opportunity to meet fellow bassoon and oboe enthusiasts, whilst learning from RCM professors.
19 March 2025, 1:00pm
Amaryllis Fleming Concert Hall
Join the RCM Symphony Orchestra for an exhilarating hour of music exploring the musical instruments and themes of Berlioz’s Symphonie fantastique.
12 February 2025
The Royal College of Music is delighted to welcome George Lewis for this feast of his astonishing music, as part of a residency that will enable student composers, performers and researchers to benefit from his presence in the College.
15 February 2025 - 16 February 2025
From stunning string quartets to vibrant percussion ensembles, head to the Royal College of Music for an inspiring weekend of chamber music performances!
17 March 2025 - 22 March 2025
Experience Mozart’s The Marriage of Figaro like never before in this traditional production with a modern twist…
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