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Alter, Artificial Intelligence, and the Modern Polymath

Winners announced at the 2019 RPS Awards

Job Vacancy: Membership Manager

Meet our newest young artists

Artist encounters

Book now to see Sir Thomas Allen and John Wilson in conversation on Monday 20 January, as they talk to each other about their remarkable journeys from modest musical childhoods in the North East to the international stage. Brimming with insight and anecdote, this promises to be an encounter you won’t want to miss.

Love classical music?

Feed your curiosity and love of classical music by becoming an RPS Member. Among the benefits, Members can attend – and exclusively access online – our talks and events in which great artists and musical heroes share their fascinating stories. Click here to find out more.

Nicky's Big Speech for the RPS

On Tuesday 5 November, one of our most-loved classical artists Nicola Benedetti CBE gave a headline speech for the RPS on the importance of music education, and how her new foundation will empower young musicians and teachers nationwide.

Click here to watch the film of Nicky's speech online if you're an RPS Member, and for a limited time on the Classic FM website.

New Women Conductors Courses announced

We're pleased to announce that applications are now open for courses taking place in Manchester (Phase 1+) and Birmingham (Phase 1) this year! Click here to find out more.

RPS Since 1813

Delve into the history of the RPS...

Featured RPS Corporate Member

Click here to find out about one of the companies currently enjoying a creative association with the RPS...

Roderick and Joanna in rehearsal

We’re remarkably good at hiding how classical music is made, with most rehearsals strictly off limits. What magic happens there? What are the first steps?

Let’s find out. We brought together pianist Joanna MacGregor CBE and baritone Roderick Williams OBE – who have never worked together before – to share their instincts in shaping a piece of music and draw out its true essence.

How music can transform a school

Inspirational teacher Jimmy Rotheram shares how he and his colleagues transformed a primary school with music.

RPS Awards: winners revealed

The winners of the 2019 Royal Philharmonic Society Awards were revealed at a star-studded event at Battersea Arts Centre, London on Thursday 28 November and present a strikingly positive picture of inclusivity in classical music. Click here to read the full story.