RCM alumna and Principal Bassoonist of the Aurora Orchestra, Amy Harman returns to the Royal College of Music for an inspiring masterclass.

A passionate advocate for the bassoon, Amy Harman is much sought after as a soloist, chamber musician, teacher and communicator. She was appointed professor of bassoon at the Robert Schumann Hochshule Düsseldorf in 2024, the first woman to hold such a position in Germany. Aged 23 Amy was appointed solo bassoon of the Philharmonia Orchestra, and is sought after as guest principal with leading orchestras in Europe including Paavo Järvi’s EFO and the Mahler Chamber Orchestra.

Chamber music is at the heart of Amy’s performing life. She was a member of Ensemble 360 for 10 years and appears regularly with the Kaleidoscope Chamber Collective, Wigmore Halls’ artists in association from 2020. She is a member of the Orisino Wind Quintet founded by Adam Walker and records for Chandos.

‘First Lady of the Bassoon’: An International Women's Week Recital | Amy Harman (bassoon) and Antonio Oyarzabal (piano)

Bassoonist Amy Harman, together with pianist Antonio Oyarzabal, present a special recital in celebration of International Women’s Week - with a thrilling programme featuring works by seven brilliant female composers, including several talented students of Ralph Vaughan Williams.

RSH Düsseldorf - Tage für Kammermusik Mozart C Minor Serenade

Adam Walker, Flute
Nicholas Daniel, Oboe
Matthew Hunt, Clarinet
Amy Harman, Bassoon
Alec Frank-Gemmill, Horn

Haydn | Music for a mechanical clock

Valerie Coleman | Umoja

Nielsen | Wind Quintet Op.43

Haas | Wind Quintet Op.10

Beethoven (arr. Rechtman) | Quintet in E flat Major Op.71

The Orsino Ensemble is a flexible format chamber ensemble with a central focus on the five outstanding wind players at its core. Each a leader in their field, the group’s members are committed to showcasing the depth and versatility of the wind chamber repertoire; expanding and reducing the ensemble’s format as needed across their different programmes. The ensemble was founded in 2018.

Adam Walker, Flute
Nicholas Daniel, Oboe
Matthew Hunt, Clarinet
Amy Harman, Bassoon
Alec Frank-Gemmill, Horn

Haydn | Music for a mechanical clock

Valerie Coleman | Umoja

Nielsen | Wind Quintet Op.43

Haas | Wind Quintet Op.10

Beethoven (arr. Rechtman) | Quintet in E flat Major Op.71

The Orsino Ensemble is a flexible format chamber ensemble with a central focus on the five outstanding wind players at its core. Each a leader in their field, the group’s members are committed to showcasing the depth and versatility of the wind chamber repertoire; expanding and reducing the ensemble’s format as needed across their different programmes. The ensemble was founded in 2018.

Adam Walker, Flute
Nicholas Daniel, Oboe
Matthew Hunt, Clarinet
Amy Harman, Bassoon
Alec Frank-Gemmill, Horn

Haydn | Music for a mechanical clock

Valerie Coleman | Umoja

Nielsen | Wind Quintet Op.43

Haas | Wind Quintet Op.10

Beethoven (arr. Rechtman) | Quintet in E flat Major Op.71

The Orsino Ensemble is a flexible format chamber ensemble with a central focus on the five outstanding wind players at its core. Each a leader in their field, the group’s members are committed to showcasing the depth and versatility of the wind chamber repertoire; expanding and reducing the ensemble’s format as needed across their different programmes. The ensemble was founded in 2018.

In honour of 40 years of nurturing extraordinary musicians and bringing them to international attention, the Young Classical Artists Trust (YCAT) is announcing a celebratory European tour in February 2025. The tour unites an exceptional roster of YCAT alumni and current artists for performances of large-scale chamber works across some of Europe’s most prestigious venues.

The programme will feature Samuel Coleridge-Taylor's Nonet, Op.2 and Schubert's Octet in F Major, D.803, with each concert opening with a new composition by YCAT’s inaugural Composer Fellow, James B. Wilson. The special anniversary series will also include a highlight performance by acclaimed tenor and former YCAT Artist, Ian Bostridge CBE, who will sing Schubert’s Die schöne Müllerin on Friday, 7 February at Schloss Elmau in Bavaria.

The journey offers the perfect opportunity to show how vital YCAT's support has become for the next generation of international soloists and ensembles, across Europe, and to entice audiences to engage with the many ways YCAT continues to propel the artists of tomorrow to have fulfilling and inspiring performing careers.

In honour of 40 years of nurturing extraordinary musicians and bringing them to international attention, the Young Classical Artists Trust (YCAT) is announcing a celebratory European tour in February 2025. The tour unites an exceptional roster of YCAT alumni and current artists for performances of large-scale chamber works across some of Europe’s most prestigious venues.

The programme will feature Samuel Coleridge-Taylor's Nonet, Op.2 and Schubert's Octet in F Major, D.803, with each concert opening with a new composition by YCAT’s inaugural Composer Fellow, James B. Wilson. The special anniversary series will also include a highlight performance by acclaimed tenor and former YCAT Artist, Ian Bostridge CBE, who will sing Schubert’s Die schöne Müllerin on Friday, 7 February at Schloss Elmau in Bavaria.

The journey offers the perfect opportunity to show how vital YCAT's support has become for the next generation of international soloists and ensembles, across Europe, and to entice audiences to engage with the many ways YCAT continues to propel the artists of tomorrow to have fulfilling and inspiring performing careers.

In honour of 40 years of nurturing extraordinary musicians and bringing them to international attention, the Young Classical Artists Trust (YCAT) is announcing a celebratory European tour in February 2025. The tour unites an exceptional roster of YCAT alumni and current artists for performances of large-scale chamber works across some of Europe’s most prestigious venues.

The programme will feature Samuel Coleridge-Taylor's Nonet, Op.2 and Schubert's Octet in F Major, D.803, with each concert opening with a new composition by YCAT’s inaugural Composer Fellow, James B. Wilson. The special anniversary series will also include a highlight performance by acclaimed tenor and former YCAT Artist, Ian Bostridge CBE, who will sing Schubert’s Die schöne Müllerin on Friday, 7 February at Schloss Elmau in Bavaria.

The journey offers the perfect opportunity to show how vital YCAT's support has become for the next generation of international soloists and ensembles, across Europe, and to entice audiences to engage with the many ways YCAT continues to propel the artists of tomorrow to have fulfilling and inspiring performing careers.

In honour of 40 years of nurturing extraordinary musicians and bringing them to international attention, the Young Classical Artists Trust (YCAT) is announcing a celebratory European tour in February 2025. The tour unites an exceptional roster of YCAT alumni and current artists for performances of large-scale chamber works across some of Europe’s most prestigious venues.

The programme will feature Samuel Coleridge-Taylor's Nonet, Op.2 and Schubert's Octet in F Major, D.803, with each concert opening with a new composition by YCAT’s inaugural Composer Fellow, James B. Wilson. The special anniversary series will also include a highlight performance by acclaimed tenor and former YCAT Artist, Ian Bostridge CBE, who will sing Schubert’s Die schöne Müllerin on Friday, 7 February at Schloss Elmau in Bavaria.

The journey offers the perfect opportunity to show how vital YCAT's support has become for the next generation of international soloists and ensembles, across Europe, and to entice audiences to engage with the many ways YCAT continues to propel the artists of tomorrow to have fulfilling and inspiring performing careers.

In honour of 40 years of nurturing extraordinary musicians and bringing them to international attention, the Young Classical Artists Trust (YCAT) is announcing a celebratory European tour in February 2025. The tour unites an exceptional roster of YCAT alumni and current artists for performances of large-scale chamber works across some of Europe’s most prestigious venues.

The programme will feature Samuel Coleridge-Taylor's Nonet, Op.2 and Schubert's Octet in F Major, D.803, with each concert opening with a new composition by YCAT’s inaugural Composer Fellow, James B. Wilson. The special anniversary series will also include a highlight performance by acclaimed tenor and former YCAT Artist, Ian Bostridge CBE, who will sing Schubert’s Die schöne Müllerin on Friday, 7 February at Schloss Elmau in Bavaria.

The journey offers the perfect opportunity to show how vital YCAT's support has become for the next generation of international soloists and ensembles, across Europe, and to entice audiences to engage with the many ways YCAT continues to propel the artists of tomorrow to have fulfilling and inspiring performing careers.

In honour of 40 years of nurturing extraordinary musicians and bringing them to international attention, the Young Classical Artists Trust (YCAT) is announcing a celebratory European tour in February 2025. The tour unites an exceptional roster of YCAT alumni and current artists for performances of large-scale chamber works across some of Europe’s most prestigious venues.

The programme will feature Samuel Coleridge-Taylor's Nonet, Op.2 and Schubert's Octet in F Major, D.803, with each concert opening with a new composition by YCAT’s inaugural Composer Fellow, James B. Wilson. The special anniversary series will also include a highlight performance by acclaimed tenor and former YCAT Artist, Ian Bostridge CBE, who will sing Schubert’s Die schöne Müllerin on Friday, 7 February at Schloss Elmau in Bavaria.

The journey offers the perfect opportunity to show how vital YCAT's support has become for the next generation of international soloists and ensembles, across Europe, and to entice audiences to engage with the many ways YCAT continues to propel the artists of tomorrow to have fulfilling and inspiring performing careers.

The Purcell School: Masterclass

Stravinsky’s Firebird (memorised performance) with Aurora Orchestra

Stravinsky’s Firebird (memorised performance) with Aurora Orchestra

Stravinsky’s Firebird (memorised performance) with Aurora Orchestra

Stravinsky’s Firebird (memorised performance) with Aurora Orchestra

Stravinsky’s Firebird (memorised performance) with Aurora Orchestra

Tetbury Music Festival, UK World Premiere of work by Gary Carpenter for bassoon & piano quartet 

Bishop’s Stortford Sinfonia: soloist in Maconchy Concertino for bassoon & string orchestra 

Temple Music Holy Week Festival, Mozart Piano & Winds (Temple Church, London)

Winterreise with Allan Clayton & Aurora Orchestra (Dortmund Konzerthaus, Germany)

Winterreise with Allan Clayton & Aurora Orchestra (Queen Elizabeth Hall, London)

Winterreise with Allan Clayton & Aurora Orchestra (Queen Elizabeth Hall, London)

Barnes Music Festival, London Amy Harman & Sacconi Quartet