The Royal Academy of Music is an institution of world renown, training nearly 700 students from over 50 countries in over 20 musical disciplines.

The Academy’s mission is to provide pre-professional, undergraduate and postgraduate musical training of the highest national and international standards.

We aim to enrich musical culture by training and educating the most talented musicians.

The Academy was founded in 1822, and ever since has trained versatile and resourceful musicians with the skills they need in the ever-changing profession.

Great traditions do not guarantee future success, but at the Academy they do inspire us to achieve an especially happy blend of continuity and cutting-edge work.

Cherish as we do our distinguished alumni, our many exceptional teachers and our enterprising study programmes, at the Academy we never simply rest on our reputation.

Our website provides a glimpse of our collective mission, character, and values — as well as imparting the special atmosphere that springs from our cosmopolitan and confident outlook.

Have a look at what we do, the quality of the concerts, the teachers, the visiting artists and the types of events we put on. Listen to some of our recordings from our highly-acclaimed CD catalogue.

As Britain’s oldest conservatoire, we are inspired by the past but committed to shaping contemporary musical life with discernment and open-mindedness.

If you want to experience the special liveliness and friendliness of the Academy, why not:

drop in for a concert, masterclass, research forum activity or any event (over 95% are free)
attend an Open Day, talk to us about your interest in studying here and see whether we can help you to fulfil your potential and career ambitions
audition and join our close-knit community of students
see how you can support our work and become part of the family
visit our free Museum full of remarkable instruments and famous collections

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