RCM Opera: Love, Conflict, Renaissance
Opening 23 June: take a sneak peek into rehearsals for RCM Opera’s upcoming production Love, Conflict, Renaissance, directed by Sir Thomas Allen.
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Kurt Cobain Unplugged
The story behind one of music's most iconic guitars
Now open until 18 November 2025
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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'London is a wonderful city, especially for musicians. There is a rich musical culture to be explored here. The RCM’s location, opposite the Royal Albert Hall and next to Hyde Park, is amazing.’
News
Starting in October 2025, Bellot Ensemble will build on their success through a development programme of residencies at the Royal College of Music (RCM) and National Centre for Early Music (NCEM) and a regular presence on BBC Radio 3.
Royal College of Music students make their debut at Aldeburgh Festival
This summer, the RCM Symphony Orchestra will make its debut at the prestigious Aldeburgh Festival. A few days later RCM brass students will also feature at the festival in a special collaboration with Onyx Brass.
Hear from our Graduates
Listen to our graduates share their advice and experience at the RCM!
Aldeburgh Aloud: Kirill Karabits conducts Britten
27 June 2025, 7:00pm
Snape Maltings Concert Hall, Snape, Suffolk IP17 1SP
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