Royal Irish Academy of Music

05/06/2026

The Defence Forces School of Music will host an evening recital and information session on Monday, June 8, at 7:00 pm in the Vernon Studio.

This is a unique opportunity for brass, wind and percussion players to hear members of the band perform, learn about life as a professional military musician, and explore current recruitment opportunities.

Whether you're considering your next step as a performer or simply want to enjoy an outstanding concert, all are welcome.

Find out more and register: https://www.riam.ie/whats-on/army-band-evening-recital-recruitment-information-session

05/06/2026

With roots and training in Ireland, Colombia, South Africa and the United States, the aptly named Atlas Quartet combine four musical journeys into one shared sound. Here, Hannah O’Shea (violin), Lina Manjarrés (violin), Remi Ludick (viola) and Hannah Greenstein (cello), bring the vibrant energy of Nordic folk music to the foyer of the Royal Irish Academy of Music during ChamberFest 2026 with Sekstur from Vendsyssel, The Peat Dance, arranged by the Danish String Quartet.

29/05/2026

Shout out to all involved in When Forests Sings at Blackwater Valley Opera Festival tomorrow!

RIAM students and young musicians living with a disability worked with composer Karen Power to co-create this wordless opera, combining voice, instruments, technology, and forest soundscapes from around the world into a brand new work.

Following its premiere in the Samual Beckett Theatre in December, we couldn't be more pleased to see it receive a second outing at Ireland’s Summer Opera Festival.

Toi toi toi to all!

29/05/2026

Shout out to all involved in When Forests Sing at tomorrow!

RIAM students and young musicians living with a disability worked with composer to co-create this wordless opera, combining voice, instruments, technology and forest soundscapes from around the world in a brand new work.

Following its premiere in the Samuel Beckett Theatre in Trinity in December, we couldn’t be more pleased to see it receive a second outing at Ireland’s Summer Opera Festival.

Toi toi toi to all!

29/05/2026

RIAM is delighted to welcome Wikipedia founder Jimmy Wales as he is joined by journalist and entrepreneur Mark Little at the Whyte Recital Hall for a live conversation on media, technology, truth, and the future of public knowledge.

This event brings two leading voices in global media together for an evening of ideas, debate, and insight in the heart of Dublin.

Jimmy Wales is a American-British Internet entrepreneur best known for founding Wikipedia.org, as well as other wiki-related organizations, including the charitable organization Wikimedia Foundation, and the for-profit company Fandom. His debut book entitled ‘The Seven Rules of Trust’ was recently released.

Mark Little is an entrepreneur and journalist working to understand the impact of technology on media and democracy. Mark is the co-founder of Kinzen, which used AI and human analysis to detect online harms, and the founder of Storyful, the world's first social news agency. Mark has worked on trust and safety issues at Spotify, and developed media partnerships for Twitter. He is a former TV presenter and foreign correspondent for RTE, and was a member of the Future of Media Commission, tasked with mapping the future of public media in Ireland.

PRESENTED BY THE BORRIS FESTIVAL OF WRITING AND IDEAS.

Thursday 4 June | Whyte Recital Hall | 6:45 pm
Tickets at https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/jimmy-wales-in-conversation-with-mark-little-tickets-1989918383452

25/05/2026

Our John Ritchie harpsichord has a new lease of life thanks to 3D printing!

When replacement parts couldn't be sourced, Professor David Adams, Organ and Harpsichord teacher, collaborated with Jonathan Nangle, who teaches contemporary Composition and Music Technology, to find a solution.

New harpsichord jacks and tongues were modelled and 3D printed by Jonathan, then fitted by David to restore the instrument to playing condition.

Teamwork makes the d̶r̶e̶a̶m̶ ̶w̶o̶r̶k̶ ̶ harpsichord work!

20/05/2026

Join us in the Vernon Studio on Wednesday 27 May for Green Music Exchange, a concert supporting a meaningful cultural and educational exchange between RIAM students and young musicians in Nairobi, Kenya.

As part of this initiative, RIAM student Collins Odhiambo brings a group of his new RIAM colleagues to Nairobi for a two-week residency, delivering music workshops and mentoring young musicians. The programme places music education at the heart of personal growth, confidence-building and community connection.

All funds raised from this fundraising concert will support student travel and programme costs, helping to make this residency possible.

Green Music Exchange
Wednesday 27 May, 7.30pm | Vernon Studio, RIAM

Tickets available at

The Green Music Exchange is an initiative dedicated to musical collaboration, and educational development among emerging artists, while highlighting the transformative value of music and music education.As part of this programme, a group of students from our academy will travel to Nairobi, Kenya for...

17/05/2026

Designed for piano teachers and educators preparing students for RIAM exams, this year’s KEY SKILLS workshops will introduce the new 2027 piano albums for Lower and Higher Grades, launching the next four-year exam cycle from 2027 to 2030.

Led by Professor Réamonn Keary and Chief Music Examiner Lorna Horan, each workshop combines live performance, detailed teaching guidance, and practical strategies to support students in developing confident, expressive performances. From technical challenges to musical interpretation, Key Skills 2026 offers expert insight grounded in years of experience in piano pedagogy and assessment.

Join us this August in Thurles, Galway or Dublin, or access the REPLAY option online from September.

See available options here -

Breadcrumb Home News Key Skills 2026 now on sale Published: 14th Apr, 2026 Key Skills 2026 is now on sale, with three live workshop options available this August in Thurles, Galway and Dublin, alongside a recorded REPLAY option available from mid-September. Designed for piano teachers and those prep...

16/05/2026

Exploring the Orchestra is RIAM’s neurodivergent-friendly summer camp series, created to give children and adults a welcoming, sensory-safe introduction to the world of live music and brass instruments. Supported by Matheson LLP, this free interactive programme invites participants to explore, listen, ask questions, and experience music-making in a relaxed and inclusive environment.

Covering all four families of the orchestra, every part of the experience is designed with care, curiosity, and accessibility at its heart. Participants can engage with music in their own way, at their own pace, supported by RIAM musicians and educators throughout.

Join us this July at Whyte Recital Hall for a week of discovery, creativity, and shared musical experiences. Early booking is advised as places are limited.

Book your spot now at

**Please note that whatever timeslot you choose, that is your timeslot for the week** Come and meet the orchestra at our inclusive kids summer camp! Over the course of the week, we will introduce you to each of the four instrument families, through games, stories and performance, before bringing the...

15/05/2026

Huge thanks to the Music Capital Scheme for helping us improve access to larger, less commonly played, and more expensive instruments, including those needed by incoming scholarship students taking part in RIAM Performing Groups. By helping to remove one of the main barriers to participation, this support creates greater opportunities for students to learn, grow, and perform at the highest level.

Thank you to the Department of Culture, Communications and Sport and Music Network for making this possible.