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About Us
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The Royal Conservatory is one of the largest and most respected music education institutions in the world, providing the definitive standard of excellence in curriculum design, assessment, performance training, teacher certification and arts-based social programs.

Our Story and Mission

 

Dr. Peter Simon, Michael and Sonja Koerner President & CEO

 

Our Renowned Alumni

 

Honorary Fellows of The Royal Conservatory

 

TELUS Centre for Performance and Learning

 

Statement from the RCM on anti-racism

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Our Story and Mission

The Royal Conservatory is one of the largest and most respected music education institutions in the world, providing the definitive standard of excellence in curriculum design, assessment, performance training, teacher certification and arts-based social programs. Entrenched in the minds and hearts of Canadians, The Royal Conservatory has united generations of citizens since its inception in 1886.

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OUR MISSION
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RCM News

Read the latest news from The Royal Conservatory and its students, staff and alumni.

To request an interview, a quote, or for more information on a press release or news story, contact:
Concert and Performance Media Inquiries: Barbora Kršek [email protected]

General Media Inquiries: [email protected]

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RCM Publishing

For generations The Royal Conservatory has been delivering the highest quality learning and teaching materials for students and teachers of all instruments, learning styles, and stages of development.  RCM Publishing is an imprint of Frederick Harris Music.

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The RCM Research Centre

RCM Neuroscience, the in-house Research Centre for The Royal Conservatory is dedicated to understanding the connection between music and the mind.

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Venue Rentals and Ticketing Services

Explore one of Toronto's finest event and performance venues, or inquire about our ticketing services. 

VENUE RENTAL INFORMATION RCM TICKETING SERVICES
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RCM Participating Schools - United States

Information about schools that participate in our program in the United States. 

US SCHOOLS
 
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Governance

Discover our Board of Directors and Senior Staff.

Board of Directors SENIOR STAFF
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Statement from the RCM on anti-racism

As an institution and as individuals, we condemn racism of any form in the strongest possible way. 

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