The Royal Academy of Music, established in London in 1822, stands as the UK's oldest conservatoire and enjoys a global reputation as a leading institution for musical education. Founded by Lord Burghersh with the support of Nicolas Bochsa, it received its Royal Charter in 1830 under King George IV. Over its two centuries of history, the Academy has been at the forefront of musical performance and education, nurturing exceptional talent that has significantly shaped the music world.
As a constituent college of the University of London since 1999, the Academy offers a comprehensive range of programs from undergraduate to doctoral levels, encompassing classical performance (strings, piano, vocal studies including opera, brass, woodwind, conducting, choral conducting, composition, percussion, harp, organ, accordion, guitar), musical theatre, and jazz. Its mission is to empower successive generations of musicians to connect, collaborate, and create, bridging the traditions of the past with the talent of the future.
The Academy boasts world-class facilities in its Marylebone Road location, including the Duke's Hall, the Susie Sainsbury Theatre, the Angela Burgess Recital Hall, teaching and recording studios, and a vast library. It fosters a learning environment where students from over 50 countries learn and perform alongside internationally renowned artists.