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Principal's Notice - Josh Hall

P/21/08

Josh Hall

It is with deep sadness that I report the death of popular music undergraduate Josh Hall on Thursday 8 April at the age of 21.

Josh had been a valued member of our community since September 2016 when he joined Junior RNCM to study guitar with Jeremy Bleasdale. After two years as a Junior, he started his undergraduate degree with us, initially studying on the classical course before transferring to our popular music programme in 2020.

An extremely gifted musician, Josh was an exceptionally talented classical and electric guitarist. His all-round musicianship, together with his technical abilities, made him an in-demand session player and a great ensemble musician. During his studies he performed in numerous original projects and with the RNCM Session Orchestra. He also returned to Junior RNCM as a mentor, playing with and supporting students in the Junior RNCM Big Band.

Josh was well liked and respected by his peers and all the staff who worked with him. He will be greatly missed by everyone at the RNCM and we are working together with the SU to create the most appropriate way for you to pay tribute and share your memories.

Professor Linda Merrick

(Please remember that if you ever need someone to talk to, support for staff and students is always available via your line manager, Head of School or through our experienced counselling service (counselling@rncm.ac.uk). Our Students’ Union is also hosting drop-in sessions this week for any student who feels they need additional support at this time.)

Covid-19 Testing During Ramadan

Testing During Ramadan (12 April - 12 May)

Q: Can I do Covid-19 testing during Ramadan?
A: We have consulted the British Islamic Medical Association and they have advised the following: 'Our position is that PCR and LFD tests do not invalidate the fast, which is the opinion of the vast majority of Islamic scholars.'

RNCM Play Festival (18 - 20 March)

Don’t forget that our first online RNCM PLAY Festival takes place this week.

Join us between Thursday 18 and Saturday 20 March for three days of creative events showcasing what our amazing students have been up to during one of the most challenging periods of their young lives.

Playing, learning, and innovating, despite all circumstances.

Everything you need to know is available on our website, so please show your support and tune in if you can.

Principal's Notice - Colin Iveson

March 2021

P/21/07

Colin Iveson

It is with great sadness that I report the news of Colin Iveson’s recent passing on Saturday 6^th March.

Colin taught as a Principal Studies tutor in the School for Vocal Studies and Opera at the RNCM from 2000 until 2012. He will be remembered by many staff and alumni of the College, and I am sure everyone would wish to join with me in sending our sincere condolences to his family.

Professor Linda Merrick

Principal

NSS: You Said We Did

Following the results of the National Student Survey, below is a You Said, We Did document showing the enchantments the College has made in response to student feedback.

1120 NSS.pdf

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Live Q&A with Pierre-Laurent Aimard

Tuesday 16 February 2021

Live Q&A with Pierre-Laurent Aimard
Tuesday 16 February 2021
Livestream

A key figure in the music of our time, pianist Pierre-Laurent Aimard has been described as ‘a brilliant musician and an extraordinary visionary’.

As a pianist who revels in exploring the connections in music from every age, this discussion reveals Pierre-Laurent’s interest in transcending traditional boundaries in his performances.

This free event will be streamed Live from the RNCM.

You can also join our livestream over on our Facebook page. We’d love to hear your questions for the Q&A – submit them live in the Facebook comments, join the conversation using the hashtag #livefromtherncm on social media or email us at live@rncm.ac.uk

Our free events series is only possible thanks to our amazing students and partners. Please donate what you can to ensure we can keep performing through these challenging times.

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RNCM Miuawga Ensemble: Thursday Lates Repeats

Thursday 18 February 2021

RNCM Miuawga Ensemble: Thursday Lates Repeats
Thursday 18 February 2021
Livestream

RNCM Miuawga Ensemble
Steve Berry director

Adam Swayne presents two sets of improvised music from performers across the RNCM, directed by the RNCM’s Head of Improvisation and Jazz, Steve Berry. Adam also talks to Steve and violin student Anna Rowland about the importance of improvisation in music education.

This free event is a Thursday Lates repeat from our Autumn 2020 Season. To watch, please click on the LIVESTREAM button, or tune in via our YouTube or Facebook page.
*Please note that our Thursday Lates repeats are only available to watch live and will not be available to watch again after the broadcast.

Our free events series is only possible thanks to our amazing students and partners. Please donate what you can to ensure we can keep performing through these challenging times.

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RNCM Strings: Thursday Lates Repeats

Thursday 25 February 2021

RNCM Strings: Thursday Lates Repeats
Thursday 25 February 2021
Livestream

Johannes Brahms String Sextet No 2 in G major Op 36

Magnus Johnston, Donald Grant, Xander Croft, Pijus Jonusas violins
Susie Mészáros, Kim Becker, Emily Davies, Chance Freeman violas
Petr Prause, Waynne Kwon, Julius Jonusas, Felix Hughes cellos

Adam Swayne presents this side-by-side performance of Brahms’ second String Sextet, featuring RNCM string students performing alongside Magnus Johnston (Navarra Quartet) and RNCM tutors. To close the show, Adam talks to the players about the unique experience of learning by performing alongside professional artists.

Our free events series is only possible thanks to our amazing students and partners. Please donate what you can to ensure we can keep performing through these challenging times.

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Live Q&A with Alisa Weilerstein

Tuesday 2 March 2021

Live Q&A with Alisa Weilerstein
Tuesday 2 March 2021
Livestream

Alisa Weilerstein is one of the foremost cellists of her time. According to the New York Times, ‘[her] cello is her id. She doesn’t give the impression that making music involves will at all. She and the cello seem simply to be one and the same’. In this Q&A, we discover how Alisa turned the pressure of a pandemic into fuel for creativity.

This free event will be streamed Live from the RNCM.

Our free events series is only possible thanks to our amazing students and partners. Please donate what you can to ensure we can keep performing through these challenging times.

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Live Q&A with Caroline Shaw

Tuesday 9 March 2021

Live Q&A with Caroline Shaw
Tuesday 9 March 2021
Livestream

Caroline Shaw is a New York-based vocalist, violinist, composer, and producer who was the youngest recipient of the Pulitzer Prize for Music in 2013 for her Partita for 8 Voices. In this Q&A, Caroline will discuss her inspirations and the joy of performing your own music.

This free event will be streamed Live from the RNCM.

Our free events series is only possible thanks to our amazing students and partners. Please donate what you can to ensure we can keep performing through these challenging times.

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