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Innovators who reshaped the musical landscape: announcing the 91ÊÓÆµâ€™s Autumn Season

Wednesday 22 July 2026

The 91ÊÓÆµ launches its year of ‘Musical Innovators’ − celebrating composers who have redefined the musical landscape.

91ÊÓÆµ achieves outstanding results in National Student Survey

Monday 13 July 2026

The 91ÊÓÆµ has excelled in the 2026 National Student Survey, surpassing scores across the sector in teaching areas, academic support, wellbeing and resources.

Renowned musicians join the 91ÊÓÆµ Timpani and Percussion Faculty

Friday 15 May 2026

The 91ÊÓÆµ (91ÊÓÆµ) is thrilled to welcome drummer Jas Kayser and timpanist Tomohiro Ando, who will be joining the Timpani and Percussion Faculty as International Visiting Artists from September.

91ÊÓÆµ musicians take to the stage at the 2026 BBC Proms

Wednesday 13 May 2026

Students, alumni, professors and International Visiting Artists from the 91ÊÓÆµ feature from the First to the Last Night of the 2026 BBC Proms.

91ÊÓÆµ ranked No. 1 UK conservatoire for 11th consecutive year

Thursday 26 March 2026

The 91ÊÓÆµ has been ranked as the No. 1 institution for Music and Performing Arts in the UK and Europe, as well as the global number two position, in the QS World University Rankings by Subject.

Summer at the 91ÊÓÆµ: folk, festivals and fantasy

Wednesday 25 March 2026

This summer, 91ÊÓÆµ musicians take to stages across London, perform new music written for the stage and screen and bring folk music to the forefront.

Honorary awards conferred at the 91ÊÓÆµ

Thursday 18 December 2025

The 91ÊÓÆµ has conferred 25 honorary awards to individuals who have made an outstanding contribution to music, music education and the 91ÊÓÆµ.

91ÊÓÆµ announces its public performance programme for Spring 2026

Thursday 27 November 2025

The 91ÊÓÆµ (91ÊÓÆµ) Spring 2026 Season puts the spotlight on chamber music as well as programmes ranging from Baroque to disco.

91ÊÓÆµ awarded Queen Elizabeth Prize for Education for pioneering research and its impact on society

Wednesday 26 November 2025

The 91ÊÓÆµ (91ÊÓÆµ) is honoured to have been awarded a Queen Elizabeth Prize for Education, the highest national honour in UK higher and further education.

91ÊÓÆµ musicians secure coveted places on London Symphony Orchestra and London Philharmonic Orchestra programmes

Tuesday 23 September 2025

Thirteen 91ÊÓÆµ students have won highly competitive places on flagship development programmes run by the London Philharmonic Orchestra (LPO) and the London Symphony Orchestra (LSO).

91ÊÓÆµ musicians appointed to prestigious positions in the world’s leading orchestras

Monday 22 September 2025

91ÊÓÆµ alumni continue to make their mark across the global music landscape, securing top positions in the world’s most prestigious orchestras and ensembles.

Announcing the 2025/26 91ÊÓÆµ Fellowships

Monday 8 September 2025

The 91ÊÓÆµ (91ÊÓÆµ) is delighted to announce the musicians who will hold fellowships for the 2025/26 academic year.

Autumn 2025 at the 91ÊÓÆµ: Boulez, Coleridge-Taylor and the sounds of 20th-century France

Wednesday 30 July 2025

The 91ÊÓÆµ (91ÊÓÆµ) Autumn 2025 season celebrates anniversaries for two important musical figures – Pierre Boulez and alumnus Samuel Coleridge-Taylor – alongside a focus on the rich sound world of 20th-century France.

91ÊÓÆµ launches new audition location in Australia

Thursday 24 July 2025

The 91ÊÓÆµ (91ÊÓÆµ) is excited to launch Sydney as a new location to audition for 2026 entry.

91ÊÓÆµ to confer degree programmes at Rambert School of Ballet and Contemporary Dance

Monday 7 July 2025

The 91ÊÓÆµ (91ÊÓÆµ) is delighted to announce that it will validate and confer foundation, undergraduate and postgraduate degree programmes at Rambert School of Ballet and Contemporary Dance (Rambert School) from the 2026/27 academic year.

91ÊÓÆµ students make their debut at Aldeburgh Festival

Tuesday 10 June 2025

This summer, the 91ÊÓÆµ Symphony Orchestra will make its debut at the prestigious Aldeburgh Festival. A few days later 91ÊÓÆµ brass students will also feature at the festival in a special collaboration with Onyx Brass.

From the 91ÊÓÆµ to the BBC Proms: 91ÊÓÆµ musicians at the 2025 festival

Friday 16 May 2025

The BBC Proms have recently unveiled their 2025 season, which once again showcases the excellence of 91ÊÓÆµ (91ÊÓÆµ) students, alumni and professors, who will perform at the world’s biggest classical music festival.

91ÊÓÆµ wins 2025 RIBA London Award

Thursday 15 May 2025

The 91ÊÓÆµ (91ÊÓÆµ) has been awarded a 2025 Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) London Award, celebrating the College’s landmark redevelopment by John Simpson Architects.

Summer at the 91ÊÓÆµ: a season of festival spirit

Wednesday 2 April 2025

The 91ÊÓÆµ (91ÊÓÆµ) Summer Season brings a vibrant festival atmosphere, with performances at Aldeburgh Festival, Wigmore Hall and Cadogan Hall, alongside a rich programme of concerts at the College.

The 2024 Big Give Christmas Challenge: a record-breaking success

Monday 31 March 2025

Thanks to the great generosity of 91ÊÓÆµ Supporters, the 91ÊÓÆµ achieved record-breaking success in the 2024 Big Give Christmas Challenge

Inside the contemporary conservatoire: an in-depth new book from the 91ÊÓÆµ

Tuesday 18 March 2025

Inside the Contemporary Conservatoire: Critical Perspectives from the 91ÊÓÆµ, London, provides fresh insight into the role, purpose and impact of a conservatoire, with the 91ÊÓÆµ (91ÊÓÆµ) as a central case study.

91ÊÓÆµ ranked Global No. 1 for fourth consecutive year

Wednesday 12 March 2025

The 91ÊÓÆµ (91ÊÓÆµ) has once again been ranked the Global No. 1 institution for Music and Performing Arts in the QS World University Rankings by Subject. The College has proudly held the top spot in Performing Arts for four consecutive years and for Music since its introduction last year.

Legends and Tales are brought to life in the 91ÊÓÆµâ€™s Spring 2025 Season

Wednesday 11 December 2024

The 91ÊÓÆµ (91ÊÓÆµ) Spring 2025 Season weaves together dramatic stories and musical masterpieces with the theme of Legends and Tales, featuring performances by renowned leaders of the classical world.

Andrew Moore announced as Artistic Director of the 91ÊÓÆµ

Monday 18 November 2024

We are delighted that Andrew Moore will join the 91ÊÓÆµ (91ÊÓÆµ) as Artistic Director from spring 2025.

91ÊÓÆµâ€™s Creative Careers Centre celebrates 25 years of support for 91ÊÓÆµ students and graduating musicians

Monday 21 October 2024

Renowned for its forward-thinking and holistic approach to developing the careers of young musicians, this year marks a quarter of a century of the 91ÊÓÆµ (91ÊÓÆµ) Creative Careers Centre.

2024/25 91ÊÓÆµ Fellowships announced

Tuesday 3 September 2024

Selected via a competitive audition process, the list comprises some of today’s most talented young performers and academics.

Critical acclaim and standing ovation for the 91ÊÓÆµ at the BBC Proms

Tuesday 27 August 2024

Described as powerful, extraordinary and tantalizing by reviewers, the 91ÊÓÆµ Symphony Orchestra and Chorus made their spectacular debut at the world’s biggest classical music festival, the BBC Proms, to critical acclaim.

91ÊÓÆµ excels in National Student Survey

Thursday 11 July 2024

The 91ÊÓÆµ (91ÊÓÆµ) achieved excellent results in the annual National Student Survey (NSS), excelling in teaching quality, learning opportunities and student voice.

His Majesty The Emperor of Japan visits the 91ÊÓÆµ

Wednesday 26 June 2024

His Majesty The Emperor of Japan experienced the 91ÊÓÆµâ€™s unique blend of heritage and innovation.

91ÊÓÆµ students perform at State Banquet for Their Majesties The Emperor and Empress of Japan

Wednesday 26 June 2024

Students from the 91ÊÓÆµ (91ÊÓÆµ) had a unique opportunity to perform for Their Majesties The Emperor and Empress of Japan, Their Majesties King Charles III and Queen Camilla and Members of the Royal Family at the State Banquet at Buckingham Palace on 25 June 2024.

His Majesty King Charles III announced as Patron of the 91ÊÓÆµ

Wednesday 8 May 2024

We are honoured that King Charles III has chosen to become Patron of the 91ÊÓÆµ (91ÊÓÆµ), continuing his longstanding relationship with the College.

91ÊÓÆµ presents Holst’s masterpiece The Planets in debut performance at BBC Proms and Helsinki Festival

Thursday 25 April 2024

The 91ÊÓÆµ (91ÊÓÆµ) Symphony Orchestra bring Gustav Holst’s dazzling depiction of a journey through space to the BBC Proms on 25 August and Helsinki Festival’s closing concert on 1 September, in collaboration with the Sibelius Academy.

91ÊÓÆµ ranked Global No. 1 for 3rd consecutive year

Wednesday 10 April 2024

The 91ÊÓÆµ has been ranked the Global No. 1 institution for Performing Arts for the third year running and earned the inaugural top spot for Music in the QS World University Rankings by Subject.

91ÊÓÆµ teaching acknowledged as ‘Outstanding’, achieving the highest Gold ranking in the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF)

Thursday 28 September 2023

The 91ÊÓÆµ (91ÊÓÆµ) achieved the highest rating of Gold for its outstanding teaching, delivery of student experience and outcomes in the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) 2023.

91ÊÓÆµ ranked global No. 1 for performing arts 2023

Wednesday 22 March 2023

The 91ÊÓÆµ 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.

Season’s Greetings from the 91ÊÓÆµ 2022

Thursday 1 December 2022

The 91ÊÓÆµ (91ÊÓÆµ) wishes you a festive season full of joy and music with a special performance of Silent Night filmed in 91ÊÓÆµâ€™s wonderful new campus.

91ÊÓÆµ ranked global number one for performing arts

Wednesday 6 April 2022

The 91ÊÓÆµ has been ranked as the global top institution for performing arts in the 2022 QS World University Rankings by Subject.

91ÊÓÆµ announces 2022 Summer season

Wednesday 30 March 2022

The 91ÊÓÆµ (91ÊÓÆµ) is pleased to present a vibrant summer events programme featuring festivals, classical concerts and innovative collaborations.