What We Do
The Royal Philharmonic Society is working to create a future for music and we welcome members who share our vision. With a unique history of music making stretching back two hundred years we are one of the oldest music societies in the world with direct links to Beethoven, Mendelssohn, Wagner and many of the iconic figures of classical music. Then as now, our ability to discern emerging talent means that countless young musicians, composers and ensembles have been given practical support, encouragement and the vote of confidence to make exceptional music.
“The RPS combines the voice of experience with the energy of a young kid, forever dreaming up new ways of fulfilling a brief which is nothing less than to create a future for music.”
Classical Music Magazine
YOUNG MUSICIANS
There will be no future without the next generation. Classical music is an expensive occupation. The RPS is investing in talented young performers at the start of their careers, offering much needed funding to buy instruments, teaching tailored to their individual needs, or the chance to be mentored by an experienced, established performer.
COMPOSERS
The creativity of living composers lies at the heart of the RPS. Today we support new music through commissioning new work, repeat performances, workshops, residency schemes and by encouraging interaction between composers and audiences.
AUDIENCES
Explore, listen and join the debate! Whether you are a regular listener or just beginning to explore classical music, we want to encourage and stimulate you to listen more and engage in discussion. The RPS is a voice for music - putting music at the centre of cultural life.
EXCELLENCE
We set the standard and let the world know about the very finest classical music-making. From our historic Gold Medal to the annual RPS Music Awards for live music, recognition by the RPS is a guarantee of outstanding musical achievement.
Share our vision for the future of music and join us today.
The RPS is a registered UK Charity.
