RNCM launches 10-year plan to power the music of tomorrow 7 October 2026 The RNCM has launched its new strategic plan, Powering the Music of Tomorrow 2026-2036, reaffirming our commitment to shaping the future of music through excellence, creativity, innovation, and collaboration. Built… Read more
RNCM welcomes new professors to the School of Wind, Brass and Percussion 25 September 2026 The RNCM is delighted to welcome several distinguished new appointments to the School of Wind, Brass and Percussion this academic year. Clarinettist Julian Bliss and saxophonist Mariano García join as… Read more
RNCM announces latest names to join chamber music pathways 21 September 2026 Acclaimed Danish string ensemble NOVO Quartet returns to the RNCM in September as Ensemble in Association 2026/27, Trio Havisham and Dutch-American violinist Amarins Wierdsma are confirmed as Junior Fellows in… Read more
RNCM announces six appointments across the Schools of Vocal Studies and Opera and Keyboard Studies 14 September 2026 The Royal Northern College of Music (RNCM) has appointed acclaimed sopranos Amanda Roocroft and Anna Devin as Professors of Voice, Anne Le Bozec and Joseph Middleton as International Visiting Professors… Read more
RNCM at Manchester Jazz Festival 30 April 2026 Manchester Jazz Festival hits Manchester in May, bringing 10 days of live performance and special events to the city from Fri 15 May to Sun 24 May. The RNCM is extremely proud to see so many of our current… Read more
RNCM at the BBC Proms 21 April 2026 The 2026 BBC Proms have been announced and we’re immensely proud to see such a strong presence of RNCM alumni, honorands, and professional partners across the illustrious line-up. From London’s… Read more
Amy Yule appointed Principal Flute with the London Symphony Orchestra 19 March 2026 Congratulations to Amy Yule, RNCM alumna and Professor of Flute, on her appointment as Principal Flute with the London Symphony Orchestra (LSO). Read more
RNCM shortlisted for Student Experience at Educate North Awards 2026 10 March 2026 The RNCM is pleased to announce that it has been shortlisted in the Student Experience category at the Educate North Awards (ENAs), a prestigious annual event celebrating excellence, innovation, and… Read more
RNCM Announces Winners of 2026 Lucy Hale Award 3 February 2026 The RNCM is delighted to present the 2026 Lucy Hale Award championing and supporting D/disabled and neurodiverse students to three outstanding recipients. The £5,000 fund will be shared by classical… Read more
RNCM welcomes renowned tutors in wind, brass, vocal studies, and popular music 14 August 2025 The Royal Northern College of Music (RNCM) announces the appointment of eight eminent tutors ahead of the 2025/26 academic year, with professors and specialists from wind, brass, vocals studies, and… Read more
RNCM appoints two new professors to School of Wind, Brass and Percussion 27 August 2024 The RNCM is delighted to announce the appointment of alumna Amy Yule as Professor of Flute and Marc Geujon from Opéra National de Paris as International Visiting Professor of Trumpet.… Read more
RNCM is No 5 for music in QS University World Rankings 13 April 2024 We are proud to share that the Royal Northern College of Music has been ranked No 5 for music in the QS University World Rankings, sharing the position with New… Read more
RNCM appoints conservatoire’s first Professor of Baritone Horn 10 January 2024 The RNCM has become the first UK conservatoire to appoint a dedicated baritone horn tutor. Read more
RNCM announces recipients of 2023 Honorary Awards 9 November 2023 We are thrilled to announce that the RNCM will be honouring exceptional individuals with the College’s most prestigious awards at our graduation ceremony on Thursday 14 December 2023. The awards… Read more
Brandt Attema joins the RNCM as International Visiting Tutor in Trombone 21 August 2023 We are delighted to announce that bass trombonist Brandt Attema has joined our School of Wind, Brass and Percussion as International Visiting Tutor in Trombone. Performing as a soloist in… Read more