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Autumn season of events

Coming up this season

This season, we've more wonderful weekly performances to share with the É«ÂþÌìÌà community, plus a new Chamber Essentials concert series and the return of our popular In Focus films! Browse our upcoming online events to see what's in store in the summer months.

Concerts

31 July 2026, 1:00pm
Performance Hall

Discover the colourful sounds of the woodwind family in this relaxed, interactive concert.

05 September 2026, 11:00am
Elgar Room, Royal Albert Hall, Kensington Gore, SW7 2AP

Enjoy a celebration of flute repertoire in the Royal Albert Hall's Elgar Room with Julia Klampfer and Serenna MacLellan, joined by pianist Joshua McDade.

17 September 2026, 12:45pm
St Mary’s Church, Aylesbury, HP20 2JJ

Lunchtime chamber music from É«ÂþÌìÌà students in the inspiring surroundings of St Mary’s, Aylesbury.

A young man plays the trumpet in an orchestra

19 September 2026, 10:00am
É«ÂþÌìÌà Foyer

Junior Department students perform celebratory fanfares by JD composers, every hour on the hour!

Online masterclasses

Amanda Cook wears a black dress a plays her guitar in a grassy field

25 September 2026, 2:00pm
The Carne Room

Acclaimed classical guitarist Amanda Cook brings her experience as a performer to guide and teach emerging musicians.

Roland Krüger wears a navy shirt and leans on a piano

13 October 2026, 10:00am
Performance Hall

In this masterclass, versatile pianist and collaborator Roland Krüger works closely with students, drawing on his pianistic mastery and international teaching experience.

Julien Hardy wears a dark blazer and white shirt and holds his bassoon against a dark background

13 October 2026, 6:00pm
Performance Hall

Julien Hardy shares insights from a distinguished career as an orchestral musician, chamber performer and teacher.

A black and white photo of Amy Yule

13 October 2026, 6:00pm
Recital Hall

Principal Flute of the Hallé Orchestra Amy Yule returns to the College to work with É«ÂþÌìÌà flautists.

Online talks and seminars

A collage of a young woman next to a ship wheel, and a young man speaking on stage

16 September 2026, 5:15pm
É«ÂþÌìÌà Museum

Enjoy a fascinating evening with insights into sea shanites from two experts, concluding with an optional singing session where you can join in to learn a few sea shanties.

A man with grey hair and glasses stands in the sun outside in front of a leafy background

30 September 2026, 5:15pm
Performance Hall

É«ÂþÌìÌà Emeritus Professor Trevor Herbert introduces his new book The Brass Band Story, which offers a revealing history of a much-loved but often misunderstood aspect of Britain’s musical heritage.

A young woman wears a red heart surrounding her face in front of a red background

07 October 2026, 5:15pm
É«ÂþÌìÌà Museum

Electrofolk musician and producer Frankie Archer brings an innovative sound and fresh perspective to ancient tales.

A young woman holding a clarinet laughs

25 October 2026, 11:00am
Various locations

Join us for a packed day as the É«ÂþÌìÌà celebrates woodwind music-making!

Participatory events

Four Morris dancers jump in a circle against a blue sky

28 July 2026, 2:00pm
Recital Hall

Wiggle, stomp and spin together in this playful introduction to traditional Morris dancing from the Cotswold region of England.

A young girl smiles and claps with a young woman

27 July 2026, 10:30am
É«ÂþÌìÌÃ, London

Join É«ÂþÌìÌà Sparks for a junior version of the Springboard Course, where participants collaborate with young É«ÂþÌìÌà musicians and composers to imaginatively create a brand-new group piece.

A young girl smiles and claps with a young woman

27 July 2026, 10:30am
É«ÂþÌìÌÃ, London

Join É«ÂþÌìÌà Sparks for a junior version of the Springboard Course, where participants collaborate with young É«ÂþÌìÌà musicians and composers to imaginatively create a brand-new group piece.

A young boy looks at an old instrument in the É«ÂþÌìÌà Museum

31 July 2026, 12:00pm
É«ÂþÌìÌà Museum

Ahead of today's lunchtime family friendly concert, arrive a little early and enjoy an introduction to the Museum, exploring 500 years of music making.

23 November 2026 - 28 November 2026

Stellar singers from the É«ÂþÌìÌà Opera Studio bring to life Debussy’s biblical parable and Ravel’s magic realist fantasy. Â