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New Music Industry Network Launched for Creatives in West Yorkshire

A brand-new network has been created to connect creative musical talent with opportunities in West Yorkshire. Launched by Mayor Tracy Brabin in collaboration with Leeds Conservatoire, Come Play With Me, and CREATEBritain, the regional network will be a central hub for music industry professionals to share knowledge and insight, create opportunities and collaborate.

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The four members of English Teacher stood in front of a Mercury Prize backdrop with their award
English Teacher Win 2024 Mercury Prize

The four-piece band, who formed at Leeds Conservatoire, are the first act from outside London to win the Mercury Prize in a decade.

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Royal Philharmonic Society Continues Support for Leeds Conservatoire Students

Every year, the RPS provides funding to talented young musicians who do not own an instrument suitable for their professional training. The RPS has again chosen to support three of our students.

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Recent Graduate Makes Professional Debut in Shrek the Musical

A performer who trained at Leeds Conservatoire is making her professional debut in Shrek the Musical at London’s Eventim Apollo. Davina Manuel-Mokwenye secured her first job just prior to graduating.

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Leeds Conservatoire Surpasses Sector Average in Several NSS 2024 Areas

The National Student Survey (NSS) gathers students’ opinions on the quality of their courses and the conservatoire is again pleased with its results.

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Songwriting Graduate Secures PPL Support

Lizzie Berchie has secured support from the PPL Momentum Music Fund to complete and release a new EP ‘Night Shift.’

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