The latest news from our staff, students and alumni.
Sound City has selected four Leeds Conservatoire artists to perform at this year’s festival; the tenth year in a row. To mark this milestone, as well as the conservatoire’s own 60th anniversary, sessions have also been added to the Sound City+ Conference schedule.
Find out more about 'Leeds Conservatoire and Sound City Mark Major Milestones'
Professor Keith Ayling collaborated on a theme for the Red Bull Wololo, a global competition for hit video game franchise Age of Empires.
Find out more about 'Songwriting Professor Supports Red Bull Wololo at Royal Albert Hall'
Ed Thomas is credited as a songwriter on FKA twigs’ Eusexua, named Best Dance/Electronic Album at the 2026 GRAMMY Awards.
Find out more about 'Former Student Credited on GRAMMY Award Winning Album'
Together they will launch an exclusive Music Production and Songwriting programme in Chengdu, China. This is a bespoke programme, opening new pathways for talented students in China who aspire to pursue undergraduate music degrees in the UK.
Find out more about 'Leeds Conservatoire and Art Creativity Global Enter Innovative Partnership'
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.
Find out more about 'Sizeable Grants from Leverhulme Trust and Wolfson Foundation to Support Students'
We had a chat with our Principal Lecturer, Chris Milnes, about being a tour musician and tour manager. He shared his experiences on the road and offered some valuable insights and advice for anyone considering either career path.
Find out more about 'Staff Spotlight: Chris Milnes'
