There is nothing like experiencing our vibrant building, talking to our staff and students and above all, hearing our music, to help you decide if this is the right place for you.

We do not hold Open Days in the traditional sense, because we are open.

During the autumn term, we have curated a list of Discovery Events, where you will gain an insight into the area of study which interests you. These events provide enhanced opportunities to visit the Academy and see performances, lessons and masterclasses. You will also meet staff and students, who will be able to tell you more about studying here.

We look forward to welcoming you to our home on Marylebone Road soon.

We also have hundreds of concerts, masterclasses and recitals, which are open to the public. Over 75% of these events are free to attend.

What's Happening

All events are free to attend.

Please find more about your chosen area of study from the list below. You can register to attend according to the instructions for each department.

Please refer to the term dates here if you are attending by appointment.

Prospective Accordion students can arrange a visit to the department for a consultation lesson.

Contact the Accordion department to arrange your visit.

Prospective students are invited to observe a class in action.

Contact the Choral Conducting department to arrange your visit.

Thursday 27 November 2025, 5.30pm

The Composition Department invites prospective students to attend a talk and concert with Composer in Residence Lotta Wennäkoski.

Between the talk and concert there will be a Q&A especially for those interested in studying at the Academy with Head of Composition and Contemporary Music Phil Cashian and current students.

Find out more and sign up here.

Prospective students are invited to observe a class in action, as well as meet current students and Head of Conducting Sian Edwards.

Contact the Conducting department to book your place.

Anyone interested in studying with our Historical Performance Department can arrange to observe a class and meet with staff and students.

Contact the Historical Performance department to book your place.

Monday 1 December 2025, 7.30pm

Musical Theatre Autumn Term Show - Dress Rehearsal
+ Optional tour of Musical Theatre facilities at 6pm

Friday 5 December 2025, 6-8pm

Audition Workshop and Q&A

Tuesday 9 December 2025, 6-7pm

Online Q&A with Professor Dan Bowling and the Musical Theatre Department team

Find out more and sign up here.

Prospective students are invited to a consultation lesson with Head of Organ David Titterington.

Contact the Organ department to book your place.

The Ensemble Piano department offers bespoke opportunities for prospective students to come in and have consultation lessons/observe the department on a typical day.

Contact the Ensemble Piano department to arrange your visit.

Academy Guide 2026/27


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Frequently Asked Questions

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Have a question about our discovery events? Find your answer here.

If your question isn't answered, you can also email us at admissions@ram.ac.uk

Have a question about our discovery events? Find your answer here.

If your question isn't answered, you can also email us at admissions@ram.ac.uk

Artistic Excellence


We welcome the finest students from around the world to learn and perform alongside globally renowned artists, ensuring they benefit from a music-making environment of the highest quality.

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We welcome the finest students from around the world to learn and perform alongside globally renowned artists, ensuring they benefit from a music-making environment of the highest quality.