Founded in 1973, the Royal Northern College of Music (RNCM) is continually recognised as one of the world’s most forward-thinking conservatoires.
RNCM is home to over 900 startlingly creative music students from more than 60 countries, as well as the Junior RNCM, a vibrant community of gifted young musicians aged 8 to 18.
But it's not all classical music, RNCM teaches contemporary and experimental music.
A&R peeps and music moguls on the look out for new talent scout for interesting students to sign, whilst other players are often called in to play in local recording sessions with bands.
But that's not all.
Have you ever seen a trombone that looks like a snake? Or a flute made out of a human thigh bone? What about Chopin's death mask? Well, now you can!
Beneath the RNCM building quietly sits its
museum of historical instruments. With over 300 instruments going back centuries, it's well worth a look and the hugely engaging archivist, Heather Roberts is always keen to show visitors this hidden gem. Always check in advance if the collection is open to the public on your visit.
