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Spring Upbeat out!

On the theme of ‘Stage & Screen’, this edition features interviews with three Royal College of Music alumni: countertenor Hugh Cutting, screen composer Alexandra Harwood, and pianist Cyrill Ibrahim, star of Sky Arts show Mozart: Genius for Hire.

Cyrill also visits the RCM Library to view our treasured Mozart manuscript in a new Upbeat video, plus inspiring updates from RCM students, alumni and staff.

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'The highly competitive world of music is made infinitely less intimidating by the friendly faces of students and staff alike.'

Emma Purslow, Bachelor of Music

'One of the richest and most intensive programmes of public performance of any conservatoire in the world.'

Higher Education Funding Council for England

'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.’

Daniel Xia, Bachelor of Music