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May

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Music and Ideas: Highlights of the RCM String Collection

08 May 2025, 5:15pm
The Carne Room

The RCM serves as the custodian to a significant collection of fine string instruments – hear Katherine Hainsworth explore the development and use of this exceptional and historic resource.

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Daytime ticket – RCM Festival of Percussion

11 May 2025, 11:00am
Various times and locations

The Royal College of Music’s spectacular annual celebration of percussion returns, headlined by internationally renowned drummer Gregory Hutchinson.

June

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RCM Recorder Festival

15 June 2025, 11:00am
Various locations

Join in a festival of concerts, workshops and talks to explore the recorder’s rich history.

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RCM Recorder Festival

16 June 2025, 11:00am
Performance Hall

Join in festival of concerts, workshops and talks to explore the recorder’s rich history.

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RCM Strings Festival

22 June 2025, 11:00am
Various locations

Delve into the soundworld of all things bowed, plucked and strummed in the RCM’s new festival showcasing the RCM Strings Faculty.

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Music and Ideas: RCM Director James Williams with Jane Barker

26 June 2025, 5:15pm
Britten Theatre

Reflecting on his first year as Director, James Williams shares his vision and aspirations for the RCM in conversation with RCM Vice-President Jane Barker.

July

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Music and Ideas: Remembering Joan Dickson

03 July 2025, 5:15pm
Performance Hall

RCM professor Richard Harwood celebrates the legacy and impact of the teaching of Joan Dickson (1921–1994), an influential and highly respected cello professor at the RCM.

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