WELCOME TO UPBEAT

SPRING 2023 ISSUE

Professor Colin Lawson, RCM Director, introduces the next edition of Upbeat, in which we highlight the work of our Creative Careers Centre.

Editorial

Royal College of Music ranked global No. 1 for performing arts 2023

The Royal College of Music has been ranked as the global No. 1 institution for performing arts in the 2023 QS World University Rankings by Subject, holding this position for the second consecutive year.

News

Watch: Eric Whitacre – 'There's such power in just saying yes'

Grammy Award–winning composer Eric Whitacre talks about his career journey, exploring the 'what-ifs' and his new role as Ambassador for RCM Creative Careers.

Video feature

Turning dream projects into reality: RCM Accelerate

From film production companies to concert venues, a new scheme from the Creative Careers Centre is supporting graduates’ entrepreneurial business ventures.

Feature

The Impact of Philanthropy at the Royal College of Music

Following the conclusion of the More Music campaign, Lily Harriss, Director of Development, explores how giving has defined the College’s history – and continues to be crucial.

Feature

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Visiting Artists Fund brings world-leading guest performers

A new donation by Victoria, Lady Robey enables artists from underrepresented backgrounds to visit the College.

News

Outstanding support for the Big Give Christmas Challenge 2022

The 2022 Big Give Christmas Challenge broke the previous year’s achievement for the 13th year running.

News

Journey to net zero: RCM focuses on sustainability in Green Week 2023

A week of activities for staff and students encouraged sustainable practices, on the heels of the College's top ranking in People and Planet university league table.

News

Opera for all: the story of Sir Peter Jonas FRCM

Friend, mentor and renowned opera impresario – former RCM Council member John Nickson reflects on the life of the inimitable Peter Jonas.

Feature

Behind the lens: 40 years of photographing the RCM

From Jacqueline du Pré to Lang Lang, photographer Chris Christodoulou shares some of his favourite memories of capturing the RCM on camera.

Feature

Historic instruments brought to life through 3D modelling

A Royal College of Music Museum project has been awarded a £33,000 grant from the Department for Digital, Culture Media & Sport (DCMS) and the Wolfson Foundation.

News

The Royal College of Music and Saline royale Academy launch new partnership

This initiative offers talented, young musicians the opportunity to collaborate with global peers and learn from inspiring teachers in a technologically advanced environment.

News