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Recognition for RPS Chief Executive

RPS Honorary Membership to Stephen Hough

RPS Instrumentalist Prizes - applications NOW OPEN

Outstanding Young Musicians

RPS Honorary Membership to Stephen Hough

Honorary Membership of the Royal Philharmonic Society has been awarded to Stephen Hough in recognition of his virtuosic command of his instrument, the intelligence and insight of his beautifully crafted interpretations, and of his achievements as a multitalented creative lifeforce.

New RPS Instrumentalist Prizes - Applications now open!

The RPS has opened applications for its roster of Instrumentalist Prizes for solo violinists and ensembles, including a new prize for bassoonists

Women Conductors - apply now for summer workshops!

Applications are NOW OPEN for Women Conductors workshops this summer. Click to find out more...

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The RPS creates a future for classical music through its support for musicians and composers. Please help us by donating to our annual Appeal...

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Fri 06 Jul

Application Deadline: Women Conductors Phase 1 Workshop

Wed 11 Jul

Application Deadline: Women Conductors Phase 1.5 Workshop

Wed 11 Jul

Cheltenham Music Festival: World Premiere of 'Ghost Tongues' by Bethan Morgan-Williams

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RPS Music Awards

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Wigmore Premiere for Edmund Hunt

Diphonon Duo give the premiere of a work by the RPS /Wigmore Hall Apprentice Composer

Featured RPS Corporate Member

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Jessye Norman

An icon in the operatic world, Jessye Norman receives the Royal Philharmonic Society Gold Medal