‘I threw myself in at the deep end!’ From studying at the RCM, to juggling parenthood and further study, to walking the red carpet, Alexandra Harwood’s inspiring career as a screen and ballet composer is testament to her skill and determination.
Meet Alex in #RCMUpbeat: bit.ly/AlexHarwood #acgas
Young tuba player with long dark hair looking up at a clarinettist in the foreground
‘It gives you a new perspective!’ Discover improvisation at the RCM – a unique part of our curriculum, encouraging students to let go of traditional notation, open their ears and expand their horizons.
Find out more in #RCMUpbeat magazine: bit.ly/RCMimprov
'A life-changing experience!' 💫 In the latest edition of #RCMUpbeat magazine, Dr Ingrid Pearson describes her unique instrument-making adventure, when she crafted a chalumeau (an early reed instrument) from boxwood to brass keys.
Find out more! 👉 bit.ly/Upbeat_chalumeau
Dr George Waddell demonstrates the RCM Performance Laboratory, a projection of the Britten Theatre behind him
‘It’s a celebration of what it means to be human!’ ✨
In the new edition of Upbeat magazine, we celebrate 25 years of the RCM Centre for Performance Science by delving into the award-winning research empowering performers.
Find out more👉 bit.ly/UpbeatCPS25 #RCMUpbeat
Nicholas McCarthy wearing a black jacket with gold decoration, looking in a Royal Albert Hall dressing room mirror lit by bulbs
Nicholas McCarthy at a grand piano in the Royal Albert Hall, arm in the air, orchestral musicians behind him
‘Here I am, living my dream!’ Did you catch RCM alumnus Nicholas McCarthy performing Ravel at the #bbcproms?
Read about the successes of our alumni, students and staff in #RCMUpbeat magazine, plus our Proms roundup and all the latest news: bit.ly/RCMCommunity
📸 Chris Christodoulou
