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Ellis Arey playing Steinway piano in The Venue at Leeds Conservatoire
Ellis Arey Joins Alistair McGowan for Special Piano Event

Comedian, impressionist and classical pianist Alistair McGowan will host an afternoon of music and conversation with Ellis Arey, who is currently studying on the MA Music (Classical) programme.

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Josette Bushell-Mingo OBE, Lesley Garrett CBE and Professor Joe Wilson stood together in The Venue at Leeds Conservatoire
Lesley Garrett CBE Supports Emerging Talent at Opera Meets Musical Theatre Symposium

An innovative symposium, which took place at Leeds Conservatoire, explored in detail the crossover between opera and musical theatre and how the two genres can learn from one another.

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Jay Rayner Joins Leeds Conservatoire Students for Jazz Performance

In an exciting first for the Sounds of Leeds Conservatoire series, special guest Jay Rayner performed with students in front of a packed audience.

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Staff Spotlight: Jakob Fichert

We had a chat with our Principal Lecturer in Piano, Jakob Fichert, about being a pianist and tutor. He shared his experiences as an award-winning pianist and offered some valuable insights and advice for anyone considering either career path.

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Sizeable Grants from Leverhulme Trust and Wolfson Foundation to Support Students

Leeds Conservatoire has been awarded increased funding from the Leverhulme Trust and the Wolfson Foundation, to support students on several pathways, and is grateful for their continued generosity.

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One HundRED Violins: Join Flashmob in Leeds This October

Leeds Conservatoire and the Red Violin festival have teamed up to bring a fun, free of charge, musical experience to the city and invite violinists of all ages and abilities to join.

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