News
Alumnus André de Ridder announced as Music Director of ENO
15 May 2025
Congratulations to conducting alumnus André de Ridder, appointed Music Director of English National Opera. Graduating as our Junior […]
RNCM to Co-Host International Conference at UNESCO World Heritage Site in Czechia
14 May 2025
Dr Austin Glatthorn partners with international scholars to recontextualise the history of German opera in the long eighteenth […]
Categories: Research
Matthew Best: 1957 – 2025
12 May 2025
It is with deep sadness that we announce the death of RNCM vocal professor Matthew Best on Saturday […]
Categories: School of Vocal Studies and Opera
RNCM enhances partnership with BBC Philharmonic
1 May 2025
Building on a long-standing creative relationship with the BBC Philharmonic Orchestra, the RNCM is proud to welcome the world-class ensemble to our […]
Alumna wins Ferrier Loveday Song Prize
1 May 2025
Congratulations to alumna Ellen Pearson, winner of the Ferrier Loveday Song Prize at the 2025 Kathleen Ferrier Awards, […]
Westside Cowboy win Glastonbury Emerging Talent Competition
30 April 2025
Huge congratulations to Westside Cowboy on winning Glastonbury’s Emerging Talent Competition! The four-piece band – featuring students Paddy […]
Renowned singer and conductor Matthew Best awarded Fellowship of the RNCM
23 April 2025
Acclaimed singer and conductor Matthew Best has been awarded Fellowship of the Royal Northern College of Music in […]
RNCM partners with English National Opera, BBC Radio 3 and Manchester Collective
16 April 2025
The RNCM is launching three exclusive creative partnerships to support modern careers in the music industry with English […]
RNCM celebrates big win at ENAs
4 April 2025
We’re thrilled to share that the RNCM has scooped the special award for ‘Outstanding School, College or University’ […]
Brent Wills appointed RNCM Director of Estates and Facilities
27 March 2025
The RNCM is delighted to announce the appointment of Brent Wills as Director of Estates and Facilities. A […]
RNCM ranked Top 5 in the world for music
12 March 2025
The RNCM has retained its position as one of the top five universities in the world for music. […]
Michael Harper: 30 May 1963 to 10 March 2025
11 March 2025
The RNCM is deeply saddened to announce the death of Michael Harper, Professor of Singing, on Monday 10 […]
