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School of Music

We provide a stimulating and supportive environment for musical scholarship, composition and performance.

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Rehearse and perform with our music ensembles

Perform in Cardiff and beyond with our eleven ensembles, covering a diverse range of musical styles and genres. These include a chamber choir, symphony orchestra, contemporary music, African drumming and jazz.

Courses

We offer undergraduate and postgraduate programmes that will allow you to challenge yourself academically and musically.

Research

We are an ambitious centre dedicated to excellent research, composition and performance.

Dr Dan Bickerton explains why the School of Music is such a great place to study.
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International students

We welcome applicants from all parts of the world to join our thriving international community.

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Performance

One of the attractive features of studying with us is the richness and diversity of performance opportunities.

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Student life

Cardiff is a great location for the study of music. The city’s rich artistic culture combines Wales’ strong musical traditions with contemporary trends.

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My year spent in Cardiff was one of the most academically nurturing times of my life. I found the course leaders and lecturers to be incredibly supportive of my personal growth as a student and very willing to advise me in regard to various assignments. They were generous with their time and efforts to answer all of the MANY questions I had. I had a truly great experience at Cardiff - I cannot recommend it heartily enough.

Emily Masincup (MA in Music)

News

Best-Selling Book by Professor Kenneth Hamilton published in Mandarin

19 February 2024

A revised edition in Mandarin of Professor Kenneth Hamilton’s award-winning book, After the Golden Age: Romantic Pianism and Modern Performance, has been issued.

Gramophone magazine celebrates renowned composer Professor Arlene Sierra

16 February 2024

School of Music alumna wins prestigious musical theatre award

1 February 2024

No.1 Spot for Professor Kenneth Hamilton’s Latest Liszt Album

15 January 2024

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Concerts

The School of Music presents their upcoming concert series.