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Kurt Cobain Unplugged
The story behind one of music's most iconic guitars
Opening 3 June
Experience rock history up close - visit the Royal College of Music Museum this summer as one of the most famous acoustic guitars in rock history – Kurt Cobain’s Martin D-18E – goes on display.

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News
From the Royal College of Music to the BBC Proms: RCM musicians at the 2025 festival
The BBC Proms have recently unveiled their 2025 season, which once again showcases the excellence of Royal College of Music (RCM) students, alumni and professors, who will perform at the world’s biggest classical music festival.
Royal College of Music wins 2025 RIBA London Award
The Royal College of Music (RCM) has been awarded a 2025 Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) London Award, celebrating the College’s landmark redevelopment by John Simpson Architects.
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