Classical Music
Music Open Days
Attend one of our Music Open Days to find out more about the opportunities available at the School, and discuss the training with teaching staff, current students or recent graduates.
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Departmental Open Days
Find out more about upcoming Principal Study and departmental open days below.
Join us for our upcoming Bowed Strings Open Day, book now for the opportunity to meet teaching staff, attend a masterclass and lunchtime concert and observe an open string ensemble rehearsal. This is your chance to learn about the audition process, discover more about studying at Guildhall, and see first-hand why we were ranked the number one higher education institution for Music in the 2023 Guardian University Guide music league table.
Bowed Strings Open Day
Friday 17 January 2025
10AM - 5PM
(Registration will open from 9.30AM)
Our event will be followed by a String Ensemble Concert, starting at 6pm in Milton Court Concert Hall. Complimentary tickets will be available.
Booking is now open for our Harp Open Day, taking place on Thursday 6 March 2025.
Join in our masterclasses, tour the School and explore what life is like for Harpists while studying at the number one higher education institution for Music (2023 Guardian University Guide music league table).
Harp Open Day
Thursday 6 March 2025
12PM - 6PM
(registration from 11.30am)
Our event will be followed by the Guildhall Symphony Orchestra concert, starting at 7.30pm in Barbican Hall. Complimentary tickets will be available.
Join us for our Guitar Open Day, taking place on Wednesday 22 January 2025 from 2pm - 5pm.
The event will allow you to discover more about the guitar programme and explore our world-class facilities. Meet our staff and students and learn why we are ranked first in Arts, Drama and Music by the Complete University Guide 2025.
The Guitar Day will also feature an evening concert at Milton Court by some of Guildhall’s award-winning guitar alumni.
Guitar Open Day
Wednesday 22 January 2025
2pm - 5pm
(registration desk open from 1:30pm)
Our Wind, Brass & Percussion Open Day has now passed, please check back for future events.
Our Keyboard Open Day has now passed, please check back for future events.
Our Vocal/Opera Open Day will take place on 20 February 2025, and activities are expected to include participation in a group workshop, as well as observation of a class/masterclass and an opera dress rehearsal.
Details about bookings and further details about the day will appear here shortly.
Our Composition Open Day has now passed, please check back for future events.
Our Electronic & Produced Music Open Day has now passed, please check back for future events.
Our Jazz Open Day has now passed, please check back for future events.
Our Music Therapy Open Day has now passed, please check back for future events.
Join us for our virtual PGCert Performance Teaching Open Evenings.
Our PGCert Performance Teaching events are a great way to find out more about the course, hear from Programme Leader Carlos Lopez Real and ask any questions you might have about the training.
PGCert Performance Teaching Virtual Open Evenings
Monday 20 January 2025
Monday 10 March 2025
8pm – 9.30pm
Find out about upcoming open days for the Doctoral Research programme here.
Open Day FAQs
Do I have to come for the whole day?
No - the format of the open day is very informal and allows you to plan your day as you wish. The classes and components of the open days are scheduled to show you as much of what we do and offer as possible, so it is highly beneficial to attend the entire day.
Can I attend an open day if I am 16 and have not taken my A-Levels yet?
Yes - the open days are aimed at people who are auditioning or considering auditioning. You can also attend if you are younger than 16.
Will I be able to view the halls of residence?
No, we are unable to offer visits of the halls of residence on music open days, but you can take a look inside Sundial Court in our 360 Tour.
Will I have an opportunity to speak with Guildhall Professors or students?
Yes - there will be students around all day happy to answer your questions, and you will be able to talk to professors taking the classes. However if there is someone in particular you would like to meet with please contact the relevant Principal Study department and we will do our best for you.
Do I need to bring my instrument?
You will be advised by the department hosting the open day if you need to bring your instrument.
What level are the open days aimed at?
The open days are not aimed at undergraduate or postgraduate specifically, they offer an insight to what we offer.
I have a disability – do I need to let you know?
If you or someone who is accompanying you to the open day has a disability or require extra support or facilities, we are happy to help wherever we can. Please contact the Music Office on +44 (0) 207 382 7144 or email the relevant Principal Study department.
Who do I contact to answer further questions?
We are always happy to help. Contact details for all departments can be found on our Contact Us page.
