School of Vocal Studies and Opera

Students perform for HM King Charles III

17 March 2026

Members of the RNCM Chamber Choir had the privilege of performing for HM King Charles III during his […]

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RNCM announces winners of 2026 Williams-Howard Prize

6 March 2026

The winners of the annual Williams-Howard Prize celebrating and promoting the study and performance of art songs by […]

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RNCM alumni recognised in King’s New Year’s Honours

5 January 2026

The RNCM extends warm congratulations to two RNCM alumni recently named in the King’s 2026 New Year Honours list. Internationally celebrated […]

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RNCM alumni and students join the National Opera Studio

29 September 2025

RNCM alumnus Peter Lidbetter is one of 16 young artists selected to take part in the 2025/26 National […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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RNCM joins BBC Proms in celebration of 50th anniversary

10 July 2023

We’re excited to be signing off our celebratory year with two appearances at this year’s BBC Proms. On […]

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Soprano Morgan Carter serenades unveiling of TransPennine Express Eurovision train

3 May 2023

Soprano Morgan Carter performed at the unveiling of TransPennine Express’ Eurovision wrapped train on Tuesday 2 May.   […]

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Morgana Warren-Jones and Winnie Su win the Williams-Howard Prize

28 March 2023

Mezzo-soprano Morgana Warren-Jones and pianist Winnie Su have won the second annual Williams-Howard Prize. The first prize of […]

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