Victor Lim chosen to complete RNCM IAD 31 March 2022 We’re delighted to announce that following audition, pianist Victor Lim has been chosen to undertake the RNCM’s International Artist Diploma. This prestigious one-year qualification is for artists on the cusp… Read more
RNCM extends partnerships with Zhejiang Conservatory of Music 30 March 2022 The RNCM is thrilled to extend its partnership with Zhejiang Conservatory of Music. Building on an existing relationship, Professor Linda Merrick and colleagues met with President Wang Rui and Vice President Wang… Read more
In tribute: Rhys Owens 29 March 2022 It is with deep sadness that we report that Rhys Owens, Tutor in Trumpet at the RNCM since 1999, passed away on Friday 25 March. Read more
Georgie Malcolm and Edward Campbell-Rowntree win Williams-Howard Prize 17 March 2022 Soprano Georgie Malcolm and pianist Edward Campbell-Rowntree have won the inaugural Williams-Howard Prize. An internal award for RNCM students, the prize was established by internationally-renowned countertenor Michael Harper in honour… Read more
RNCM to offer Principal Study in piccolo, cor anglais, Eb clarinet and contra bassoon 25 February 2022 The RNCM is offering postgraduates a unique opportunity to specialise in piccolo, cor anglais, Eb clarinet and contra bassoon for the first time in its history. Traditionally chosen as doubling… Read more
Alumnus supports charity’s Learn to Play initiative 21 February 2022 Keyboard alumnus Victor Lim performed a charity event at Forsyth’s Music Shop on Friday 18 February, raising funds for the Olympias Music Foundation’s Learn to Play initiative. Established by alumna… Read more
River Reeves Foundation supports RNCM Young Artists 10 February 2022 A proportion of proceeds from the sale of Viola Beach’s album will support a new initiative for young pop musicians across the Northwest. The self-titled recording has been released on… Read more
Peter Sheppard Skærved granted title of Honorary Professor 4 February 2022 We’re delighted to announce that Peter Sheppard Skærved has been granted the title of Honorary Professor at the RNCM. A renowned violinist, chamber musician and researcher, Peter has performed as… Read more
Alumna nominated for BBC Newcomer Award 4 February 2022 We’re excited that alumna and RNCM Fellow Elizabeth Llewellyn has been nominated for this year’s BBC Music Magazine Newcomer Award for Heart & Hereafter. The soprano’s début solo album explores a… Read more
RNCM Annual Appeal raises over £73,000 22 January 2022 Our most recent Annual Appeal to Support the Future of Music has smashed its original target by more than £20,000. Kickstarted by a £10,000 donation from members of the RNCM… Read more
Wolfson Foundation continues to support young RNCM musicians 20 January 2022 We are delighted that the Wolfson Foundation will continue its support of young musicians at the RNCM, through a new three year grant. The Wolfson Music Awards will provide scholarships to… Read more
In Tribute: Rafael Rojas 19 January 2022 We were deeply saddened to hear of the death of tenor Rafael Rojas on 19 January at the age of 59. Read more
Drummer Jacob secures first Barney Miller International Travel Award 6 January 2022 Undergraduate drummer Jacob Brown is the recipient of the new Barney Miller International Travel Award. Established by guitarist Dominic Miller and his family in honour of his father, this annual… Read more
RNCM launches free digital resources for aspiring conductors 4 January 2022 The RNCM’s Conducting Department, in conjunction with the University of Stavanger (Norway), the University of Aveiro (Portugal), and the Open University (UK), has launched ConductIT: a comprehensive set of digital… Read more
Alumni recognised in Queen’s New Year Honours 4 January 2022 Congratulations to RNCM alumni Steven Osborne and Alpesh Chauhan who received OBEs in the Queen’s New Year Honours. Steven, a multi-award-winning concert pianist and recording artist, was awarded the prestigious… Read more