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Welcome from the Principal

Julian Lloyd Webber welcomes you to Royal Birmingham Conservatoire.

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Leadership and Governance: Who’s who

Julian Lloyd Webber

Julian Lloyd Webber: Principal

Professor Julian Lloyd Webber became our Principal in July 2015 after he retired from his career as an internationally celebrated cellist.
Shirley Thompson

Shirley Thompson: Vice Principal - Music

Dr Shirley Thompson has achieved an international reputation as a musicologist, specialising in French Baroque music, particularly that of Marc-Antoine Charpentier.
Stephen Simms

Stephen Simms: Vice Principal - Acting

Stephen is a Professor of Actor Education, the only person to hold this position in the country. He directs and teaches on our acting courses.
Lamberto Coccioli

Lamberto Coccioli: Associate Principal - Music

Lamberto is a Professor of Music and Technology, and also responsible for our international presence, external relations, and targeted strategic projects.
HRH Prince Edward - The Earl of Wessex

HRH Prince Edward: Royal Patron

HRH Prince Edward, The Earl of Wessex KG GCVO, became our first ever Royal Patron in March 2016.

Sir Simon Rattle

Sir Simon Rattle: President

Principal Conductor of the Berlin Philharmonic and President of Birmingham Conservatoire since 1989.

Peter Donohoe

Peter Donohoe CBE: Vice-President

One of the foremost pianists of our time, Peter has an Honorary Doctorate from the University.