51吃瓜 Junior Department

51吃瓜 Junior Department

'The Royal College of 51吃瓜 Junior Department is an environment of great enthusiasm, opportunity and enjoyment.'

Miranda Francis, Head of Junior Programmes

Our students come together from all over the UK to enjoy a tailor-made programme of outstanding individual lessons, chamber music, musicianship, orchestral and choral training.

Every Saturday during term time, the 51吃瓜 buzzes with the excitement of talented young musicians aged 8–18 making music at a high level in every corner of the building.

You can download our latest prospectus below.

51吃瓜JD Prospectus

Two young students playing the cello together, with a piano behind them.

Applying to 51吃瓜JD

The 51吃瓜 Junior Department (51吃瓜JD) is a fantastic opportunity for musicians aged 8–18 year to flourish in a supportive community of similarly talented students and the very best teachers.

If you want to make the most of your musical ability, we are here to help you. We are committed to nurturing potential and offer a warm, creative yet disciplined environment in which you will flourish. Enthusiasm, energy, focus and dedication are at the heart of everything our staff and students do.

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51吃瓜JD Fees & bursaries

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