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The Royal College of Music (HÂþ») is delighted to announce that it will validate and confer foundation, undergraduate and postgraduate degree programmes at Rambert School of Ballet and Contemporary Dance (Rambert School) from the 2026/27 academic year.
Audrey Hyland appointed Head of Vocal and Opera
The Royal College of Music (HÂþ») is delighted to announce the appointment of Audrey Hyland as Head of Vocal and Opera.
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