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January

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Gamelan workshops with RCM Sparks

13 January 2026, 9:30am
Recital Hall

RCM Sparks is pleased to be hosting a series of Gamelan workshops for groups of up to 30 people, with tailored sessions led by a Gamelan expert.

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Gamelan workshops with RCM Sparks

14 January 2026, 9:00am
Recital Hall

RCM Sparks is pleased to be hosting a series of Gamelan workshops for groups of up to 30 people, with tailored sessions led by a Gamelan expert.

A horn player wearing a red t-shirt holds her instrument and laughs

Lunchtime Concert for Schools: Disco Inferno

21 January 2026, 12:00pm
Amaryllis Fleming Concert Hall

Get ready to groove under the disco ball! Join us for a high-energy concert packed with funky, feel-good arrangements of disco and soul classics.

February

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RCM Festival of Conducting

01 February 2026, 11:00am
Various locations

Join us for the return of our riveting Conducting Festival, highlighting the RCM's dynamic conducting students, alumni and faculty.

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Half Term Family Fun

14 February 2026 - 15 February 2026
Weston Discovery Centre

Enjoy family-friendly activities in the RCM Museum this half term!

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Chamber Music Festival

14 February 2026 - 15 February 2026
Various locations

Head to the Royal College of Music for an inspiring weekend of chamber music performances! 

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Mini Music Makers

17 February 2026, 10:30am
Weston Discovery Centre

Drawing inspiration from the RCM Museum collection, experience the joy of music and dance through live music.

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Music and Portrait Adventure

18 February 2026, 10:30am
Weston Discovery Centre

Discover the story and music behind a portrait in the RCM Museum in an interactive workshop where you can create your own unique portrait.

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Family-Friendly Concert: Brass

19 February 2026, 12:00pm
Performance Hall

Join us for a lunchtime concert exploring the brass family and discover the RCM Museum’s Un-sung Brass Roots collection.

January

Four young bassonists play their instruments together

RCM Young Double Reed Programme

18 January 2026 - 08 March 2026
Royal College of Music

The new RCM Young Double Reed Programme is an exciting opportunity to meet fellow bassoon and oboe enthusiasts, whilst learning from RCM professors.

April

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Explorers Course

08 April 2026 - 09 April 2026
Recital Hall

This popular two-day RCM Sparks course focuses on creative music-making, storytelling, instrumental playing and singing.

May

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Percussion Festival

10 May 2026, 11:00am
Various locations

Experience a spectacular celebration of percussion at the Royal College of Music's annual Festival of Percussion!

June

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Strings Festival

28 June 2026, 11:00am
Various locations

Returning for its second year, delve into the soundworld of all things bowed, plucked and strummed in our Strings Festival.