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We are delighted to welcome back conductor Joana Carneiro this Thursday! Hear Richard Strauss’ fun-filled tone poem depicting ‘Till Eulenspiegel’s merry pranks’, following the adventures of the impish figure from medieval folklore. Book now: www.rcm.ac.uk/events/detai...

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Two days to go until the RCM Keyboard Festival! Join us this Sunday 2 March for a joyful celebration of music inspired by rituals and dances. Drop in or stay for a whole day of music-making. View the programme & book your tickets here: bit.ly/RCMKeyboardF...

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Thank you for joining us for our livestream this evening. We’ll be back this Sunday 2 March for our annual Keyboard Festival, with an extravaganza of music inspired by rituals and dances. Join us from 11am: www.rcm.ac.uk/events/live #RCMLive

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Watch our livestream on the RCM YouTube channel now, as we begin this evening’s Side by Side concert with the Chamber Orchestra of Europe: www.youtube.com/watch?v=AJK4...

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Looking forward to tonight’s livestreamed concert of Brahms 4, with RCM musicians and members of the Chamber Orchestra of Europe. Don't miss our exclusive pre-concert feature with RCM trombonist Pau Santamaria and visiting COE members! Watch from 5.45pm: www.youtube.com/watch?v=AJK4...

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Tickets for our Great Exhibitionists series are now on sale ✨ Experience a range of innovative performances curated by RCM composers, from an immersive audiovisual performance to a scavenger hunt through multiple rooms... and much more! 31 March-4 April: www.rcm.ac.uk/greatexhibit...

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#RCMGreenWeek has been an inspiring celebration of sustainability at the Royal College of Music! From planting workshops and eco music to bike maintenance and vegan recipes, students and staff have embraced a variety of activities for a greener future. ➡️ bit.ly/RCMGreenWeek25

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What an incredible weekend at the RCM Chamber Festival 😍 We welcomed 1000 attendees to 19 events at the Royal College of Music last weekend! It was a wonderful two days of chamber music – congratulations to everyone involved and thank you all who joined us 🎶

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Join us on Thursday for Music and Ideas with Dr Christina Guillaumier, who considers her recently published critical biography of Sergei Prokofiev (@reaktionbooks.bsky.social) in conversation with Prof Robert Adlington, including performances of Prokofiev’s music. ➡️ www.rcm.ac.uk/events/detai...

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We’re celebrating Green Week at the Royal College of Music! 🌍 Discover how we’re driving change and working to become carbon net zero by 2035, with a week of activities to inspire action towards a greener future: bit.ly/RCMGreenWeek25 #RCMPlayItGreen #RCMGreenWeek

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Tues 18th Feb 1pm. FREE lunchtime concert by @rcmlondon.bsky.social students #SouthKensington #LondonMusic #InclusiveChurch

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From Charlie Chaplin to The Carnival of the Animals, join us this weekend for a musical feast at the RCM Chamber Festival ✨ Hear string quartets, percussion ensembles, installation performances and more! Book now: www.rcm.ac.uk/events/festi...

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This week we are excited to welcome George Lewis to the Royal College of Music! Join us on Wednesday 12 February for performances of small and large ensemble pieces, and hear him speak about his work in an exclusive pre-concert talk. Learn more: www.rcm.ac.uk/events/festi...

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Excited for spring in London?🌸 Our composers have collaborated again with @rbgkew.bsky.social for Sounds of Blossom, a unique celebration of music and nature this spring. Immerse yourself in the blossoming gardens while enjoying new music written by RCM composers. ➡️ bit.ly/rcm-kew-gard...

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Booking is now open for Le nozze di Figaro! Perfect for both seasoned opera lovers and newcomers alike, book now for performances on 17, 19, 20 and 22 March: www.rcm.ac.uk/rcmopera

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What’s next for the arts? In episode 4 of the Performance Science podcast, @joshsiepel.bsky.social from the Creative Industries Policy and Evidence Centre and @aaronwilliamon.bsky.social & @rosielperkins.bsky.social from the RCM delve into the future of the creative workforce. 🎧 bit.ly/4amMQpM

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It was an honour to welcome Sam Jackson, Controller of BBC Radio 3 and the BBC Proms, to give the 2025 Crees Lecture, sharing insights on audience trends and media evolution, his approach to programming and engaging new audiences, and his positive outlook on classical music's future.

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Great to see BBC Click spotlighting our Performance Laboratory on their reels page! If you missed their feature before, discover how RCM students are using this innovative technology to refine their skills and practice the art of performance. bit.ly/42Utw1t

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The countdown to The Marriage of Figaro has begun! 💍 With acclaimed director Jeremy Sams at the helm, expect intrigue, hilarity, and brilliance in this traditional production with a modern twist. Priority booking is now open for RCM Friends: www.rcm.ac.uk/rcmopera

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Episode 3 of the Performance Science podcast is now available! Join Charlotte Penton-Smith, CEO of the Royal Society of Musicians, & @lyndarooke.bsky.social, President of @equityuk.bsky.social, as they unpack the challenges of freelancing in the creative industries. 🎧Listen now: bit.ly/CPSpodcast1

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We're looking forward to tonight’s livestreamed concert with Vasily Petrenko and the RCM Symphony Orchestra. Don't miss our exclusive interval feature! RCM student Rianna Henriques catches up with Vasily Petrenko & members of the orchestra. Live from 7.30pm: www.youtube.com/watch?v=g4XC...

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The International Conductors Guild celebrated its 50th annual conference at the Royal College of Music, bringing together over 100 conductors for insightful sessions led by renowned artists including Debbie Wiseman, Julian Lloyd Webber and Mark Wigglesworth. Find out more: bit.ly/rcm-conducto...

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Josh Cirtina, principal bass trombone of the @royalphilorchestra.bsky.social, joins the RCM as bass trombone professor in September 2025! A regular recording artist and Artistic Director of Slide Action quartet, he has performed with orchestras worldwide including at King Charles III's Coronation.

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Take a deeper look at performer wellbeing with the Performance Science podcast. Episode 2 dives into the mental and physical health of performers with expert insights from One Dance UK's Erin Sanchez and @ukbapam.bsky.social's @clairehealth.bsky.social. 🎧Listen now: bit.ly/CPSpodcast1

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We’re incredibly proud of RCM alumna Nabillah Jalal, co-founder of ArtSee & NJ Studio in Singapore. Combining her love of music with a commitment to giving back, she’s uplifting her community through mentorship and music education. Read more about her work⬇️ bit.ly/4aoEvBH

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Join us for the RCM’s 2025 Crees Lecture, including guest networking opportunity, where we hear from Sam Jackson, Controller of BBC Radio 3 and BBC Proms since January 2023. Tickets are going fast, book yours now! 📅Thursday 30 January, 6pm 🎫Tickets: www.rcm.ac.uk/events/detai...

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Introducing 'Performance Science' - a new podcast series by our Centre for Performance Science! In episode 1, Professor Aaron Williamon is joined by theatre director Rachel Warr and the RCM's @netaspiro.bsky.social to explore learnings from the pandemic's impact on the arts. 🎧 bit.ly/CPSpodcast1

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Today we welcomed Vivienne Stern, CEO of @universitiesuk.bsky.social, to the Royal College of Music to explore our groundbreaking Performance Simulator and see how the Centre for Performance Science and the College's research is enhancing student experiences and making an impact on society.

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The RCM’s Spring events kick off this week with 3 exceptional masterclasses! Why not give it a try and learn about the process behind the performance. Tues 7 Jan, 6pm: Roger Benedict (viola) Wed 8 Jan, 2pm: Edith Wiens (vocal) Fri 10 Jan, 2pm: Tasmin Little (violin) Book now: rcm.ac.uk/events/

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Did you hear RCM composition professor Mark-Anthony Turnage on @bbcradio4.bsky.social Desert Island Discs? Listen back for fascinating insights into his upbringing, his time studying at College, and how music has shaped his life, from personal milestones to football. www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m...

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Hello 2025! 👋 Happy New Year to our students, visitors, friends and colleagues – we hope to see you at the Royal College of Music very soon. Enjoy this joyful image from the RCM Opera Studio's fantastic production of The Merry Widow to celebrate!

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The Royal College of Music is once again the top performing conservatoire and is one of the top 10 universities in London in the 2024/25 @people-and-planet.bsky.social University League table. Learn more about our dedication to environmental sustainability: bit.ly/rcm-people-p...

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That's a wrap on a wonderful Autumn Term at the Royal College of Music! 🎶 Our social media will be taking a break over the next couple of weeks, but we'll be back in the New Year with more events, news and learning to share with you.

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Booking is now open for our Spring Season of events! 🌸 Join us for music that weaves together dramatic stories and masterpieces with the theme of Legends and Tales. Whatever your interest, there is sure to be something for you! Book your tickets now: www.rcm.ac.uk/events

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Celebrated globally for her charisma and captivating stage presence, @yujawang.bsky.social shared valuable insights and her experiences with Royal College of Music pianists in an exclusive masterclass for BBC Arts in Motion. Read more and catch the episode on BBC iPlayer: bit.ly/rcm-bbc-mast...

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We did it!🎉 Thanks to the support of the RCM community, we’ve raised an amazing £220,170.57 with Gift Aid for our Scholarships Programme. This incredible generosity will help us nurture the next generation of talented musicians at the Royal College of Music. Thank you 🙌 #BigGive

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Announcing our Spring Season of events! 🌸 Join us for a season of Legends and Tales, including Ravel’s Daphnis et Chloé, Berlioz’s Symphonie fantastique, game music from The Legend of Zelda and more. Browse all events and book now if an RCM Friend: www.rcm.ac.uk/events

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📢Last chance to donate! There's only hours left to double your donation in The RCM's Big Give Christmas Challenge 2024🎄 Help us raise £200,000 for scholarships at the Royal College of Music. Donate now before 12pm, 10 December via bit.ly/donate-biggi... #biggive

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Get ready to Deck the Halls and welcome the festive spirit with the Royal College of Music! 🎄 Our beautiful Britten Theatre sets the scene for this new arrangement by RCM composer Simon Pearson, featuring our Vocal & Opera and Percussion students. Watch our festive film: bit.ly/RCM-Christma...

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Find out more about policy recommendations from Royal College of Music researchers @netaspiro.bsky.social and @rosielperkins.bsky.social on enhancing access to musical care during pivotal stages of infancy.

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Mid-week mood boost! Be energised by the power of The Planets in our exhilarating full-length video of Gustav Holst’s ‘Mars’ in its rarely heard two-piano version, performed by RCM rising stars Louis-Victor Bak and Ayane Nakajima. Watch now: bit.ly/RCM_Mars #UpbeatOnline #Holst150

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'...the three lead women are already poised for the careers they all deserve.' ⭐⭐️⭐️⭐ Thank you @fionahmaddocks.bsky.social for the glowing review of our opera triple bill in The Observer. Read the full review ⬇️

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Hello Bluesky... 👋 Looking forward to meeting a whole Holst of new followers!

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