RNCM instrument-specific short courses 17 December 2019 The RNCM will run a series of instrument-specific short courses next spring, led by some of the country’s leading tutors and performers. A day dedicated to the cornet will take… Read more
Marshall Gilkes joins as International Visiting Tutor in Trombone 12 December 2019 We’re pleased to announce the appointment of Marshall Gilkes as International Visiting Tutor in Trombone. Marshall studied at Julliard on the jazz programme while simultaneously completing classical studies with Joe… Read more
RNCM welcomes Norwegian Academy students 25 November 2019 We were thrilled to welcome and host Jonas Bylund and brass students from the Norwegian Academy of Music (NMH) last week. Over three days, guests took part in classes, masterclasses… Read more
Carol Jarvis returns as Tutor in Trombone 26 September 2019 Trombonist Carol Jarvis is another RNCM alum making a welcome return this term, joining a fantastic team of tutors within the School of Wind, Brass and Percussion. Since graduating in… Read more
Simon Davies returns as Tutor in Contrabassoon 20 September 2019 Alum Simon Davies has made a welcome return to the RNCM this term, joining our School of Wind, Brass and Percussion as a Tutor in Contrabassoon. Graduating in 2005, Simon… Read more
Jack Rainey awarded Peter Lloyd Memorial Flute Prize 9 August 2019 Congratulations to undergraduate Jack Rainey, awarded the inaugural Peter Lloyd Memorial Flute Prize at the RNCM. Jack started to play the flute at the age of nine and has just… Read more
Susan Milan awarded lifetime achievement award 29 July 2019 The National Flute Association has awarded RNCM tutor Susan Milan the 2019 Lifetime Achievement Award for her profound commitment to music and a dedication to the flute community. Read more
Connaught Brass wins Philip Jones International Brass Ensemble Competition 24 July 2019 We hosted the inaugural Philip Jones International Brass Ensemble Competition between 15 and 20 July, welcoming 13 young brass quintets from around the world to compete for a £10,000 prize.… Read more
Andrea Oliva appointed International Visiting Tutor in Flute 22 July 2019 We’re delighted to announce that Andrea Oliva will join us in September as International Visiting Tutor in Flute. Recognised as one of the leading flautists of his generation, Andrea is… Read more
Steve Berry appointed Head of Jazz and Improvisation 8 July 2019 We’re pleased to announce the appointment of Steve Berry to the role of Head of Jazz and Improvisation. Read more
Students take part in significant Stockhausen project 26 June 2019 Ten RNCM brass students recently took part in a significant staged performance of Karlheinz Stockhausen’s aus Licht, presented in collaboration by Holland Festival, Dutch National Opera, Royal Conservatoire The Hague… Read more
Adam MacKenzie joins School of Wind, Brass and Percussion 20 June 2019 Our School of Wind, Brass and Percussion welcomes Adam MacKenzie, Principal Bassoon with the Orchestra of Opera North, to its team of tutors next term. Read more
RNCM Reed Room opens 19 June 2019 We officially opened our new Reed Room on Tuesday 18 June. The space was recently renovated thanks to the generosity of our Principal’s Circle, creating an enviable learning environment for… Read more
Le Yu appointed RNCM Deputy Director of Percussion 19 June 2019 The RNCM is pleased to announce that Le Yu (Leo) has been appointed to the new position of Deputy Director of Percussion, with immediate effect. Leo completed both undergraduate and… Read more
RNCM 2019 Gold Medal Winners 17 June 2019 The RNCM held its Gold Medal Competition on Saturday 15 June featuring 10 of the College’s finest performers and four of its leading young composers. Adjudicated by Manus Carey (RNCM… Read more