“The RCM is an incredible place, full of inspiring people and life changing opportunities". A female student, wearing a white jacket, sitting in an orchestral rehearsal, holding her bow and violin.
“The RCM is an incredible place, full of inspiring people and life changing opportunities". A female student, wearing a white jacket, sitting in an orchestral rehearsal, holding her bow and violin.

Discover the inspirational learning experience at the Royal College of Music. Find out more about studying at the Global No.1 for Performing Arts (QS World University Rankings 2023 & 2022).

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Meet our alumni

Sir Thomas Allen, Dame Sarah Connolly, Sir James Galway and Lord Andrew Lloyd Webber all studied at the Royal College of Music.

We've been the home to the world's best musicians for more than 140 years.

Be inspired by the diverse careers enjoyed by our alumni in the music industry and beyond.

Read their inspirational stories

A collage of four students, some holding musical instruments, some conducting musicians in an orchestra.
A collage of four students, some holding musical instruments, some conducting musicians in an orchestra.

News

Royal College of Music student composes for historic Commonwealth celebration

Royal College of Music composition student Jack Ledger-Dowse’s new fanfare and anthem were premiered at 75th anniversary of the Commonwealth in Parliament.

The Big Give: Giving Back to Royal College of Music (RCM) Students

The 2023 Big Give Christmas Challenge broke the previous year’s achievement for the 14th year running.

What does music mean to you?

Find out why students choose the RCM for an inspirational learning experience.

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