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Violinist Jennifer Pike joins new roster of string professors at the Royal College of Music

Legendary violinist Jennifer Pike has been appointed violin professor at the Royal College of Music (RCM), alongside revered leaders of the orchestral world. Peter Manning, former leader of the Royal Opera House Orchestra has been appointed violin professor, while Richard Harwood, previously principal cellist of the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, has been appointed cello professor.

2024/25 Royal College of Music Fellowships announced

Selected via a competitive audition process, the list comprises some of today’s most talented young performers and academics.

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