Widening access to music education and learning opportunities is fundamental to our vision. We act as the bridge and connector for young musicians, especially those who have an inequality of opportunity due to their geographical or financial situation.
We convene local and international communities through concerts, masterclasses, and education programmes. We have partnerships with schools, arts organisations, community centres, and other charitable organisations providing access to music education for all.
We do this through our Junior Department. Since 1926, the Royal College of Music Junior Department (RCMJD) has offered advanced musical training to talented young musicians between the ages of 8 and 18. Our learning and participation programme, RCM Sparks, has been providing inclusive opportunities for young people to engage with music education since 2007.
We offer informal and engaging music education and participation to families, schools, community centres, and people of all ages and abilities. Our high-quality performances, events, talks, and exhibitions invite everyone to explore and enjoy music online and in person. We ensure that our students have the financial support and access to the instruments they need.
Your gift expands these initiatives, enriching our community and society.
Your gift will support access, including:
- Deepen community outreach to provide access to music-making for society’s health and wellbeing
- Increase bursaries for the youngest of our learners with bursaries for our Junior Department
- Provide instruments to our students
