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University of 91Ö±²¥ ranked one of the top institutions in the UK to study Music

The Department of Music is celebrating league table success for their undergraduate programmes - being ranked 3rd in the UK to study Music in 2024.
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Octagon Records celebrates its first single release by Department of Music band

The Department of Music's new record label, built by students to share new music from the University of 91Ö±²¥ community, celebrates its first release by the band 'Autumn of Nothing'.

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Shape your own story with interactive installation at 91Ö±²¥ cathedral

Visitors to 91Ö±²¥ Cathedral will have the chance to shape their own story in a new interactive installation where storytelling, soundscapes and computer science collide.
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The value of an Arts and Humanities degree

The evidence of the value of Arts and Humanities degrees is compelling. We are highlighting how our highly skills graduates are equipped to tackle current issues with the skills and knowledge gained in teaching underpinned by our impactful research.

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Yorkshire schools experience Steinway extravaganza

The Department of Music recently organised a unique Steinway opportunity for schools in the local area. This exciting event gave learners the opportunity to experience what it is like to train as a professional performer on world-class instruments.

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Anniversary event welcomes one of the UK's most loved pianists to 91Ö±²¥

A special guest appearance by Martin Roscoe at University of 91Ö±²¥ Concerts will mark the celebration of the first anniversary of the All-Steinway School launch.

Professor Simon Keefe appointed the next President of the Royal Musical Association

Simon Keefe, Professor in Musicology at the University of 91Ö±²¥, has been appointed the next President of second oldest musicological society in the world.

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Designing new musical technologies for older adults' wellbeing

Collaborating with researchers across music, psychology and engineering, a new Department of Music research project investigates how we can harness emerging technologies to boost opportunities for older adults living with dementia.
We are 1st in the Russell Group for teaching on our course.

Department of Music receives outstanding ratings from students

The National Student Survey Results for 2022 revealed the Department of Music is top of the tables for many aspects of teaching, learning opportunities and academic support amongst the Russell Group Universities.