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April
04 April 2025, 4:00pm
Performance Studio
Experience a new work for eight livestreams and two videos that combines music, poetry, Filipino mythology, and subtle horror.
09 April 2025 - 10 April 2025
Various locations
This popular two-day course focuses on creative musicmaking, storytelling, arts and crafts, instrumental playing and singing.
28 April 2025, 6:00pm
Performance Hall
In this ongoing series, Irena Radić, Junior Fellow from the Artist Diploma programme, curates and performs a unique concert celebrating the music of RCM alumna Madeleine Dring.
28 April 2025, 6:00pm
Amaryllis Fleming Concert Hall
The RCM Youth Brass ensemble launches the Summer Season with a brass extravaganza, exploring the animal kingdom through iconic tunes specially arranged for brass by Ryan Linham.
29 April 2025, 1:05pm
Performance Studio
Enjoy a varied programme of chamber music from RCM musicians at this lunchtime concert.
29 April 2025, 6:00pm
Performance Hall
Join us for an exciting masterclass with Pascal Moraguès, ‘a world-class clarinettist’ (Daniel Barenboim) and ‘superb soloist’ (Pierre Boulez).
29 April 2025, 6:00pm
Recital Hall
Hear an exciting masterclass with Simon Höfele, who has quickly established himself as one of the most prominent trumpeters of his generation.
29 April 2025, 6:00pm
The Carne Room
Go behind the scenes with Italian-American violinist Francesca Dego, who is celebrated for her versatility, compelling interpretations, and flawless technique.
30 April 2025, 1:05pm
The Carne Room
Join RCM doctoral musicians for this lunch-hour concert presenting new perspectives on varied repertoire, ranging from 18th-century Haiti to new works by RCM composers.
30 April 2025, 6:00pm
Performance Hall
Hear the composers of the future as they reveal their newest creations, collaborating with RCM musicians to push the boundaries of modern performance.
May
01 May 2025, 6:00pm
Performance Hall
Hear the composers of the future as they reveal their newest creations, collaborating with RCM musicians to push the boundaries of modern performance.
01 May 2025, 7:30pm
Britten Theatre
Watch new films by young producers with live orchestra in the Britten Theatre, as budding RCM composers present their imaginative scores.
02 May 2025, 2:00pm
Performance Hall
The º£½ÇÂÒÂ×¹Ù·½ is delighted to welcome the acclaimed international bassoonist and multiple award winner, Bram van Sambeek.
02 May 2025, 2:00pm
The Carne Room
Learn more about the process behind the performance in a captivating masterclass with Viktor Hatobanu and RCM harpists.
02 May 2025, 6:00pm
Performance Hall
Hear the very best solo and ensemble arrangements performed by RCM saxophonists.
02 May 2025, 6:00pm
Britten Theatre
Experience the talent of exceptional vocalists from the º£½ÇÂÒÂ×¹Ù·½ as they compete at the highest level for coveted RCM prizes.
02 May 2025, 6:00pm
Amaryllis Fleming Concert Hall
Pingping Chen performs in the º£½ÇÂÒÂ×¹Ù·½â€™s Organ Interludes series, exploring a variety of works on the RCM’s majestic Flentrop Orgelbouw organ.
03 May 2025, 11:00am
Elgar Room, Royal Albert Hall, Kensington Gore, SW7 2AP
RCM pianist Irena Radić takes to the Elgar Room stage to perform Chopin's Piano Sonata no 3 in B Minor and more.
06 May 2025, 1:05pm
Performance Studio
Enjoy a varied programme of chamber music from RCM musicians at this lunchtime concert.
06 May 2025, 6:00pm
The Carne Room
Hear an invigorating masterclass with Scottish guitarist Ian Watt, described by Classical Guitar Magazine as ‘a guitarist of outstanding skill and originality’.
06 May 2025, 6:00pm
West Parry Room
Violists from the RCM Strings Faculty learn from Lars Anders Tomter, one of today’s most outstanding violists, in this evening masterclass.
07 May 2025, 4:00pm
Britten Theatre
Internationally renowned collaborative pianist Malcolm Martineau leads a masterclass working on French song repertoire with RCM singers and pianists.
07 May 2025, 6:00pm
Performance Hall
Hear six new works by RCM composers, who have been working closely with star musicians Héloïse Werner and RCM alumnus Colin Alexander.
08 May 2025, 10:00am
Performance Hall
Experience the talent of exceptional pianists from the º£½ÇÂÒÂ×¹Ù·½ as they compete at the highest level for coveted RCM prizes.
08 May 2025, 11:00am
The Carne Room
This season the RCM continues its late-morning chamber performances in The Carne Room, which offers spectacular views of the Royal Albert Hall.
08 May 2025, 5:15pm
The Carne Room
The RCM serves as the custodian to a significant collection of fine string instruments – hear Katherine Hainsworth explore the development and use of this exceptional and historic resource.
08 May 2025, 6:00pm
Amaryllis Fleming Concert Hall
Martyn Brabbins, Prince Consort Professor of Conducting, is joined by two RCM conductors in a programme of orchestral music depicting two very different stories.
09 May 2025, 10:00am
Performance Hall
Soloist, researcher and pedagogue Claude Delangle, one of the greatest contemporary saxophonists, stands out as the master of the French saxophone.
09 May 2025, 12:30pm
RCM Museum
Enjoy polished chamber performances amongst a beautiful collection of historic artefacts and instruments.
09 May 2025, 2:00pm
The Carne Room
Learn more about the process behind the performance with RCM Visiting Professor Paul Ellison in this invigorating masterclass.
09 May 2025, 3:30pm
Performance Hall
Following his masterclass this morning, Claude Delangle performs an exciting recital of contemporary works for saxophone.
09 May 2025, 6:00pm
Britten Theatre
Experience the talent of exceptional vocalists from the º£½ÇÂÒÂ×¹Ù·½ as they compete at the highest level for coveted RCM prizes.
10 May 2025, 5:30pm
Performance Hall
RCM Junior Department Baroque and recorder ensembles present works by a range of composers.
11 May 2025, 11:00am
Various times and locations
The º£½ÇÂÒÂ×¹Ù·½â€™s spectacular annual celebration of percussion returns, headlined by internationally renowned drummer Gregory Hutchinson.
11 May 2025, 11:00am
Parry Rooms
Join us for an exciting selection of family friendly activities as part of the RCM's popular Festival of Percussion.
11 May 2025, 7:15pm
Britten Theatre
Join us for the grand finale of the College's annual Festival of Percussion: a vibrant evening concert with the RCM Jazz Orchestra and special guest Gregory Hutchinson.
12 May 2025, 7:30pm
Performance Hall
Immerse yourself in a multisensory experience in the latest instalment of the º£½ÇÂÒÂ×¹Ù·½â€™s regular Electric Dreams series.
13 May 2025, 1:00pm
Wigmore Hall, 36 Wigmore Street, London W1U 2BP
As RCM 2023/24 Benjamin Britten Piano Fellow, Thomas Kelly performs a solo recital of three extraordinary works, two of them arranged by Busoni.
13 May 2025, 1:05pm
Performance Studio
Enjoy a varied programme of chamber music from RCM musicians at this lunchtime concert.
13 May 2025, 6:00pm
Performance Studio
Doctoral candidate Ananya Panwar explores the relationship between human artistry and machine creativity, challenging the role of technology on the creative process and highlighting its possibilities.
13 May 2025, 6:00pm
Amaryllis Fleming Concert Hall
New Perspectives, the º£½ÇÂÒÂ×¹Ù·½â€™s flagship new music ensemble, performs an eclectic programme of works.
14 May 2025, 6:00pm
Performance Hall
The timeless, intimate – and often raucous – world of folk music comes to the RCM via arrangements of traditional folksong alongside music inspired by this distinctive style.
15 May 2025, 6:00pm
The Carne Room
Virtuoso cellist, conductor and chamber musician Andrew Shulman shares his wealth of knowledge and experience in an exciting masterclass.
16 May 2025, 11:00am
Amaryllis Fleming Concert Hall
Experience the talent of exceptional pianists from the º£½ÇÂÒÂ×¹Ù·½ as they compete at the highest level for coveted RCM prizes.
16 May 2025, 12:30pm
RCM Museum
Enjoy polished chamber performances amongst a beautiful collection of historic artefacts and instruments.
16 May 2025, 5:30pm
Britten Theatre
Don’t miss the opportunity to hear talented singers from the RCM Vocal & Opera Faculty perform excerpts from some of the most beloved operas.
17 May 2025, 5:45pm
Performance Hall
Inspiring young soloists take centre stage to play a range of piano works in the RCM’s magnificent Performance Hall.
18 May 2025, 11:00am
Elgar Room, Royal Albert Hall, Kensington Gore, SW7 2AP
Spend your Sunday morning relaxing to the music of Rameau, Caplet, Hasselmans and more, performed by RCM harpist Liza Rakovska in the Elgar Room.
23 May 2025, 12:30pm
RCM Museum
Enjoy polished chamber performances amongst a beautiful collection of historic artefacts and instruments.
23 May 2025, 5:30pm
Britten Theatre
Don’t miss the opportunity to hear talented singers from the RCM Vocal & Opera Faculty perform excerpts from some of the most beloved operas.
26 May 2025, 5:00pm
Britten Theatre
Maxim Vengerov is hailed as one of the foremost violinists in the world. His dedication to inspiring the College’s emerging violinists will be on full display during this enlightening masterclass.
30 May 2025, 12:30pm
RCM Museum
Enjoy polished chamber performances amongst a beautiful collection of historic artefacts and instruments.
June
01 June 2025, 11:00am
Royal Albert Hall
RCM Junior Department pianists Anthony Zemsky and Aurelia Walker play works by Ravel, Chopin and Debussy in this Sunday morning recital in the Elgar Room.
07 June 2025, 11:00am
Elgar Room, Royal Albert Hall, Kensington Gore, SW7 2AP
Hear the Kaja Piano Trio perform the Piano Trios of Haydn and Dvořák in the Elgar Room.
07 June 2025, 5:30pm
Performance Hall
Experience the talent of exceptional young musicians from the º£½ÇÂÒÂ×¹Ù·½ Junior Department as they compete at the highest level for coveted RCM prizes.
14 June 2025, 5:30pm
Performance Hall
Visit the º£½ÇÂÒÂ×¹Ù·½ for a vibrant programme featuring new works composed by RCM Junior Department composers for RCMJD ensembles.
15 June 2025, 11:00am
Various locations
Join in a festival of concerts, workshops and talks to explore the recorder’s rich history.
15 June 2025, 3:00pm
Amaryllis Fleming Concert Hall
RCM postgraduate conductors are at the helm in this student-curated concert, featuring a variety of short orchestral works from different eras.
15 June 2025, 3:00pm
Wigmore Hall, 36 Wigmore Street, London W1U 2BP
In this afternoon concert, º£½ÇÂÒÂ×¹Ù·½ singers and pianists explore Mel Bonis’ fascinating and compelling life through her beautiful and neglected songs, interwoven with narration.
16 June 2025, 11:00am
Performance Hall
Join in festival of concerts, workshops and talks to explore the recorder’s rich history.
17 June 2025, 1:05pm
Performance Studio
Enjoy a varied programme of chamber music from RCM musicians at this lunchtime concert.
17 June 2025, 6:00pm
Recital Hall
French hornist Hervé Joulain’s expertise in concerto performance will provide valuable insight for RCM brass players in this engaging masterclass.
17 June 2025, 6:00pm
RCM Museum
Inspired by the museum's special exhibition, RCM composition and guitar students have collaborated to create a new set of works.
18 June 2025, 11:00am
The Carne Room
This season the RCM continues its late-morning chamber performances in The Carne Room, which offers spectacular views of the Royal Albert Hall.
18 June 2025, 6:00pm
Performance Hall
Ensemble Augelletti perform a programme that explores John Courtney’s (1734–1806) musical world and features works by by Corelli, Sammartini, Handel and JS Bach.
18 June 2025, 6:00pm
Amaryllis Fleming Concert Hall
RCM Head of Conducting Toby Purser and postgraduate conductors direct a concert of contemporary chamber works themed around the night sky.
19 June 2025, 6:00pm
Performance Hall
The Kayu, Seion and Isla quartets present a varied programme of celebrated works.
20 June 2025, 2:00pm
Performance Hall
The largest and lowest brass instrument takes centre stage in this fascinating masterclass with American tubist Doug Tornquist.
20 June 2025, 6:00pm
Performance Studio
Known for his for his sensitive playing, Marcello Gatti shares his experience with musicians from the Historical Performance Faculty.
20 June 2025, 6:00pm
Amaryllis Fleming Concert Hall
A trio of RCM organists performs in the College’s Organ Interludes series, exploring a variety of works on the RCM’s majestic Flentrop Orgelbouw organ.
22 June 2025, 11:00am
Elgar Room, Royal Albert Hall, Kensington Gore, SW7 2AP
Versa Winds is a vibrant and versatile multi-instrumental quartet. All trained in jazz and classical music, they explore a wide range of styles.
22 June 2025, 11:00am
Various locations
Delve into the soundworld of all things bowed, plucked and strummed in the RCM’s new festival showcasing the RCM Strings Faculty.
22 June 2025, 2:00pm
Elgar Room, Royal Albert Hall, Kensington Gore, SW7 2AP
Vibrant and versatile multi-instrumental quartet RCM Versa Winds perform a relaxed recital this afternoon.
23 June 2025, 6:00pm
Performance Hall
In this ongoing series, the Calathea Quartet, Fellows from the Artist Diploma programme, curate and perform a unique concert.
23 June 2025, 7:00pm
Britten Theatre
Sir Thomas Allen directs a captivating evening of opera by three composers exploring love, loss and longing.
24 June 2025, 1:05pm
Performance Hall
Enjoy a varied programme of chamber music from RCM musicians at this lunchtime concert.
24 June 2025, 6:00pm
Performance Hall
A passionate and devoted teacher, Adam is Visiting Professor of Flute at the RCM and today makes a return visit to the College to work with RCM musicians.
25 June 2025, 6:00pm
Amaryllis Fleming Concert Hall
Prokofiev’s iconic Peter and the Wolf is brought to life by narrator Lucy Hollins in this intimate arrangement for chamber ensemble.Â
25 June 2025, 7:00pm
Britten Theatre
Sir Thomas Allen directs a captivating evening of opera by three composers exploring love, loss and longing.
26 June 2025, 12:00pm
Amaryllis Fleming Concert Hall
Join some of the RCM's top chamber musicians, together with presenter Lucy Hollins, to explore the characters, instruments and themes featured in Prokofiev's famous Peter and the Wolf.
26 June 2025, 5:15pm
Britten Theatre
Reflecting on his first year as Director, James Williams shares his vision and aspirations for the RCM in conversation with RCM Vice-President Jane Barker.
26 June 2025, 6:00pm
Performance Hall
Curated by Irena Radić, Fellow from the Artist Diploma programme, RCM vocalists perform Madeleine Dring's evocative and emotional Four Night Songs from 1982.
26 June 2025, 7:30pm
Amaryllis Fleming Concert Hall
Ukrainian conductor Kirill Karabits conducts the RCM Symphony Orchestra in a programme of vivid orchestral colour.
27 June 2025, 7:00pm
Snape Maltings Concert Hall, Snape, Suffolk IP17 1SP
Ukrainian conductor Kirill Karabits conducts the RCM Symphony Orchestra in a programme of vivid orchestral colour.
27 June 2025, 7:00pm
Britten Theatre
Sir Thomas Allen directs a captivating evening of opera by three composers exploring love, loss and longing.
27 June 2025, 7:30pm
Amaryllis Fleming Concert Hall
Two serenades by Mozart are performed by the RCM Wind Ensemble in a programme that explores the composer through his own music, lively arrangements and new compositions.
28 June 2025, 5:30pm
Amaryllis Fleming Concert Hall
The Sinfonietta, Jazz Ensemble, Saxophone Ensemble and Brass Ensemble of the RCM Junior Department perform in their annual summer celebration.
28 June 2025, 7:00pm
Britten Theatre
Sir Thomas Allen directs a captivating evening of opera by three composers exploring love, loss and longing.
28 June 2025, 7:30pm
Wigmore Hall, 36 Wigmore Street, London W1U 2BP
Musicians from the º£½ÇÂÒÂ×¹Ù·½ perform a stunning selection of pieces from solos and duos to Mendelssohn’s Octet and Ravel’s sumptuous Introduction and Allegro.
29 June 2025, 11:00am
Snape Maltings Concert Hall, Snape, Suffolk IP17 1SP
The RCM's Aldeburgh residency continues as Onyx Brass joins forces with RCM brass musicians to perform music by RCM alumni including Imogen Holst, Malcolm Arnold, Joseph Horovitz and Britten.
29 June 2025, 6:30pm
Cadogan Hall, 5 Sloane Terrace, London SW1X 9DQ
The RCM Junior Department Chamber and Symphony orchestras perform Elgar’s striking last complete symphony at Cadogan Hall.
30 June 2025, 6:00pm
Performance Hall
In this ongoing series, Maria Filippova, Fellow from the Artist Diploma programme, curates and performs a unique concert.
30 June 2025, 7:30pm
Amaryllis Fleming Concert Hall
Kyle Horch directs the RCM Saxophone Ensemble in an exciting concert exploring the saxophone’s full capabilities.
July
01 July 2025, 1:05pm
Performance Studio
In this ongoing series, Ilayda Oguz, Fellow from the Artist Diploma programme, curates and performs a unique concert dedicated to Hugh Davies.
01 July 2025, 6:00pm
Performance Hall
Musicians from the Historical Performance Faculty present chamber music spanning 200 years for recorder consort, strings, keyboard and voice.
01 July 2025, 7:30pm
Amaryllis Fleming Concert Hall
Immerse yourself in an evening of invigorating percussion works, with performances on a dazzling selection of instruments.
02 July 2025, 5:30pm
Performance Studio
Laurence Cummings, one of Britain's leading exponents of historical performance, shares his rich performance experience with early keyboard players at the º£½ÇÂÒÂ×¹Ù·½.
02 July 2025, 6:00pm
Amaryllis Fleming Concert Hall
°Õ²¹°ì±ð³¾¾±³Ù²õ³Ü’s Signals from Heaven frame this RCM Brass Ensemble concert, with instruments split into two antiphonal fanfares.
03 July 2025, 5:15pm
Performance Hall
RCM professor Richard Harwood celebrates the legacy and impact of the teaching of Joan Dickson (1921–1994), an influential and highly respected cello professor at the RCM.
05 July 2025, 5:30pm
Amaryllis Fleming Concert Hall
Musicians from the RCM Junior Department present a summer celebration featuring performances from the Sinfonia, String Orchestra and Symphonic Wind Orchestra.
06 July 2025, 3:00pm
Wigmore Hall, 36 Wigmore Street, London W1U 2BP
Winners of the RCMJD Chamber Music Prize and soloists from across the Junior Department perform in this varied and lively concert.
12 July 2025, 2:30pm
Amaryllis Fleming Concert Hall
After a wonderful year of RCM Junior Department musicmaking and creation, these accomplished musicians come together to celebrate their successes.
28 July 2025 - 30 July 2025
Recital Hall
Join RCM Sparks for a junior version of our friendly and creative Springboard Composition Course.
28 July 2025 - 30 July 2025
Recital Hall
Join RCM Sparks for a junior version of our friendly and creative Springboard Composition Course.
January
01 January 2025 - 31 July 2025
RCM Museum
Explore our unique collection of instruments, artworks and manuscripts. We're open Tuesday – Sunday.
August
29 August 2025, 10:30am
Recital Hall
Calling all instrumentalists, singers, composers or song-writers from any musical background!