

RPS Instrumental Prizes
The RPS Instrumental Prizes currently consist of the RPS Emily Anderson Violin Prize, RPS Philip Jones Brass Prize and RPS Henderson Chamber Ensemble Award. These three prizes are usually open to applications from mid-May to early October and auditions are held in mid-November.
You can click each of the headings below for more insight into each prize and to view the terms as most recently presented. These terms will be updated and you will be able to apply here on our website when applications re-open.
RPS HENDERSON CHAMBER ENSEMBLE AWARD
A cash prize for UK-based chamber ensembles establishing a career together. Groups should comprise 3 to 10 performers based in the UK, in any combination of string, wind, brass, keyboard or percussion instruments, with the majority of players aged 18 to 30.
RPS EMILY ANDERSON VIOLIN PRIZE
A cash prize for an outstanding solo violinist to support their development. Open to candidates of any nationality based in the UK, aged 18 to 30.
RPS PHILIP JONES BRASS PRIZE
A cash prize for an outstanding individual brass player, or brass ensemble of up to 5 players, establishing their career. Open to candidates of any nationality based in the UK, aged 18 to 30.