Overseas Auditions
We are excited to host in-person auditions in multiple overseas locations for 2026 entry.
Taking place in November and December 2025, we will be offering the following in-person overseas auditions:
China and Hong Kong
Open to Piano and Strings applicants in all locations. We will also be holding Percussion auditions in Shenzhen.
Beijing
3 – 4 November 2025
Steinway Hall, Beijing
Shanghai
6 – 7 November 2025
Steinway Hall, Shanghai
Shenzhen
9 – 10 November 2025
The Chinese University of Hong Kong (Shenzhen), School of Music
Hong Kong
11 November 2025
Voce Music Studio
New York City
Open to Strings, Wind, Brass and Percussion applicants.
New York City
9 – 11 December 2025
The DiMenna Center
How to Apply
Before submitting your application, please check that we are accepting applications for your principal study at the audition location you are selecting, as listed above. Other instrumentalists and composers can opt for an online audition or an in-person audition at the RNCM in Manchester, UK.
Applicants should follow the standard application process, selecting their preferred audition location within their UCAS application. Those opting for an overseas audition are required to submit an audition recording for shortlisting prior to attending an in-person audition. This recording should follow the requirements outlined on the individual School of Study audition pages.
