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Leeds Conservatoire Professor Elected to Ivors Academy Senate

The Ivors Academy has announced the election of 40 songwriters and composers to its Senate, including the conservatoire's Professor Keith Ayling.

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Leeds Conservatoire School of Drama Secures Two UK Premieres

Leeds Conservatoire’s School of Drama is breaking new ground this year, securing the rights to stage not one but two UK premieres as part of their annual season of live performance.

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Leeds Conservatoire Expands Partnership with China Conservatory of Music

Leeds Conservatoire has a global outlook and, as part of this, expanded its partnership with China Conservatory of Music during a recent visit. Principal Professor Joe Wilson and Head of International Recruitment Victoria Barber were amongst the invitees to CCM’s 60th anniversary celebrations.

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Leeds Conservatoire Contemporary Pop Choir to Compete at Royal Albert Hall

The Contemporary Pop Choir has been chosen as a finalist for this year’s How Sweet The Sound competition and will be competing in the Large Choirs category against renowned choirs from Denmark, Italy and the UK.

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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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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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