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Future Music Fund

We are dedicated to nurturing students from all backgrounds to develop their talent and contribute to the global music landscape.

However, the costs of excellence are high with a funding gap of £2,000 per student. To meet this need, we have launched the Future Music Fund to nurture talent, drive innovation, and widen access. Your gift will ensure a vibrant future for music and its transformative power in society.​

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Your support provides music education at the highest international level.​

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Talent

Since our founding day, inspired philanthropic investment has enabled students from any background to flourish here. Today, with the burden of tuition fees and living costs, more than 50% of our students rely on your support.​

Explore scholarship support.

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A group of students, performing and holding a French horn in a orchestra rehearsal.

'Being exposed to the quality of RCM teachers makes all the difference at such a young age and certainly my journey was defined by such relationships and inspiration.'

Charlie Siem, violinist and Junior Department alumnus

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Innovation

We foster artistic exploration, experimentation, and research in music to benefit the wider society. By investing in this, you help shape the fast-changing world around us.

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A male guitar student, wearing a smart suit, holding a guitar, performing to a virtual audience.

'Continued philanthropic support will elevate and sustain our world-leading Performance Lab, enhancing ground-breaking research and creating unparalleled opportunities for students to excel in music.'

Aaron Williamon, Head of Centre for Performance Science

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Access

We convene young musicians, community partners and schools, especially those who face inequality of opportunity due to their geographical or financial situation. Your gift helps provide access to music education for all.

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A young boy, wearing a white shirt, performing on a drum, smiling at the camera.

'The impact of scholarships is immeasurable, I say this not just as a Head of Faculty but as a former scholarship holder.'

Marie Lloyd, Head of Woodwind

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Donate now

Your support provides music education at the highest international level

Celebrating the More Music campaign

Find out about our previous campaign More Music: Reimagining the Royal College of Music (2015-2022)

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