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.