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RIAM’s Short Courses offer you the opportunity to participate in a range of online and in-person courses, delivered by our expert faculty.

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March 2025

READ MUSIC the TRAD WAY

1

Mar

READ MUSIC the TRAD WAY

On Demand - Online

1 Mar 2025 - 28 Feb 2026

53 weeks, 12:00 AM - 11:45 PM

  • On Demand - Online
  • ‎€199.00

1 Mar 2025 - 28 Feb 2026

53 weeks, 12:00 AM - 11:45 PM

Music Reading for Trad Players - Made EASY!

August 2025

Key Skills 2025 - Thurles - LIVE

24

Aug

Key Skills 2025 - Thurles - LIVE

Thurles

Limited places

Sun 24 Aug 2025

10:00 AM - 5:00 PM (7 hours)

  • Thurles
  • ‎€160.00

Sun 24 Aug 2025

10:00 AM - 5:00 PM (7 hours)

Devised by RIAM Professors Réamonn Keary and Lorna Horan, this immensely popular workshop for piano teachers examines all repertoire from the new RIAM 2026 Piano Albums, with performances, discussions, and tips on how to approach the technical and musical challenges of all pieces.

Key Skills 2025 - Dublin (RIAM) - LIVE

31

Aug

Sun 31 Aug 2025

10:00 AM - 5:00 PM (7 hours)

  • Dublin
  • ‎€160.00

Sun 31 Aug 2025

10:00 AM - 5:00 PM (7 hours)

Devised by RIAM Professors Réamonn Keary and Lorna Horan, this immensely popular workshop for piano teachers examines all repertoire from the new RIAM 2026 Piano Albums, with performances, discussions, and tips on how to approach the technical and musical challenges of all pieces.

September 2025

Sound Recording & Music Production

1

Sep

Limited places

1 Sep 2025 - 20 Oct 2025

8 weeks, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

  • Dublin
  • ‎€350.00

1 Sep 2025 - 20 Oct 2025

8 weeks, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Develop fundamental skills in Music Technology to create and hone your unique sound.

New Stages: Opera in 21st-Century Ireland

5

Sep

5 Sep 2025 - 3 Oct 2025

5 weekly sessions

  • Dublin
  • ‎€95.00

5 Sep 2025 - 3 Oct 2025

5 weekly sessions

This course explores the vibrant and evolving landscape of Irish opera from 2000 to the present.

Classic Blend - Adult Division Orchestra

7

Sep

Limited places

7 Sep 2025 - 7 Dec 2025

14 weeks, 10:30 AM - 1:00 PM

  • Dublin
  • ‎€90.00

7 Sep 2025 - 7 Dec 2025

14 weeks, 10:30 AM - 1:00 PM

A fun, social orchestra for adults who love making music together.

Movement for Wellness

9

Sep

Movement for Wellness

Dublin

9 - 30 Sep 2025

4 weeks, 1:00 PM - 3:15 PM

  • Dublin
  • ‎€65.00

9 - 30 Sep 2025

4 weeks, 1:00 PM - 3:15 PM

You are never too old to experience the joy of dancing!

Well Sing Choir (Wednesday Lunchtime)

10

Sep

Sold out

10 Sep 2025 - 3 Dec 2025

13 weeks, 12:00 PM - 1:15 PM

  • Dublin
  • ‎€75.00

10 Sep 2025 - 3 Dec 2025

13 weeks, 12:00 PM - 1:15 PM

12.00 - 1.15pm on Wednesdays - 12 weeks Choir ensemble course for any level of singer interested in joining a fun-filled singing group, with a special focus on areas of well-being and health.

Well Sing Choir (Wednesday Evening)

10

Sep

10 Sep 2025 - 3 Dec 2025

13 weeks, 5:45 PM - 7:00 PM

  • Dublin
  • ‎€75.00

10 Sep 2025 - 3 Dec 2025

13 weeks, 5:45 PM - 7:00 PM

5.45 - 7.00pm on Wednesdays - 12 weeks Choir ensemble course for any level of singer interested in joining a fun-filled "evening" singing group, with a special focus on areas of well-being and health.

Family "Drum & Beatz"

14

Sep

Family "Drum & Beatz"

Dublin

Limited places

Sun 14 Sep 2025

2:00 PM - 3:15 PM (1 hour 15 minutes)

  • Dublin
  • ‎€16.00

Sun 14 Sep 2025

2:00 PM - 3:15 PM (1 hour 15 minutes)

Bond through beats, unleash creativity together with your child(ren) and make unforgettable memories!

Family "Drum & Beatz"

14

Sep

Family "Drum & Beatz"

Dublin

Limited places

Sun 14 Sep 2025

3:30 PM - 4:45 PM (1 hour 15 minutes)

  • Dublin
  • ‎€16.00

Sun 14 Sep 2025

3:30 PM - 4:45 PM (1 hour 15 minutes)

Bond through beats, unleash creativity together with your child(ren) and make unforgettable memories!

KEY SKILLS 2025 - REPLAY

15

Sep

KEY SKILLS 2025 - REPLAY

On Demand - Online

15 Sep 2025 - 1 May 2026

33 weeks, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

  • On Demand - Online
  • ‎€145.00

15 Sep 2025 - 1 May 2026

33 weeks, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

KEY SKILLS 2025 - REPLAY with on-demand access to the recorded session of the Dublin Key Skills live workshop.

AD-Group Cello Lessons

15

Sep

AD-Group Cello Lessons

Dublin

15 Sep 2025 - 15 Dec 2025

Duration 12 classes (Autumn Term 2025)

  • Dublin
  • ‎€395.00

15 Sep 2025 - 15 Dec 2025

Duration 12 classes (Autumn Term 2025)

AD-group cello lessons with RIAM teaching faculty (Available Levels see below)

AD-Group Clarinet/Saxophone Lessons

15

Sep

15 Sep 2025 - 15 Dec 2025

Duration 12 classes (Autumn Term 2025)

  • Dublin
  • ‎€395.00

15 Sep 2025 - 15 Dec 2025

Duration 12 classes (Autumn Term 2025)

AD-group classical clarinet/saxophone lessons with RIAM teaching faculty (Available Levels see below)

AD-Group Classical Guitar Lessons

15

Sep

AD-Group Classical Guitar Lessons

Dublin

15 Sep 2025 - 15 Dec 2025

Duration 12 classes (Autumn Term 2025)

  • Dublin
  • ‎€395.00

15 Sep 2025 - 15 Dec 2025

Duration 12 classes (Autumn Term 2025)

AD-group guitar lessons (nylon string guitar) with RIAM teaching faculty (Available Levels see below)

AD-Group Classical Piano Lessons

15

Sep

AD-Group Classical Piano Lessons

Dublin

15 Sep 2025 - 15 Dec 2025

Duration 12 classes (Autumn Term 2025)

  • Dublin
  • ‎€395.00

15 Sep 2025 - 15 Dec 2025

Duration 12 classes (Autumn Term 2025)

AD-group classical piano lessons with RIAM teaching faculty (Available Levels see below)

AD-Group Flute Lessons

15

Sep

AD-Group Flute Lessons

Dublin

15 Sep 2025 - 15 Dec 2025

Duration 12 classes (Autumn Term 2025)

  • Dublin
  • ‎€395.00

15 Sep 2025 - 15 Dec 2025

Duration 12 classes (Autumn Term 2025)

AD-group flute lessons with RIAM teaching faculty

AD-Group Singing Lessons

15

Sep

AD-Group Singing Lessons

Dublin

15 Sep 2025 - 15 Dec 2025

Duration 12 classes (Autumn Term 2025)

  • Dublin
  • ‎€395.00

15 Sep 2025 - 15 Dec 2025

Duration 12 classes (Autumn Term 2025)

AD-group singing lessons with RIAM teaching faculty (Available Levels see below)

AD-Group Violin Lessons

15

Sep

AD-Group Violin Lessons

Dublin

15 Sep 2025 - 15 Dec 2025

Duration 12 classes (Autumn Term 2025)

  • Dublin
  • ‎€395.00

15 Sep 2025 - 15 Dec 2025

Duration 12 classes (Autumn Term 2025)

AD-group violin lessons with RIAM teaching faculty (Available Levels see below)

AD-Group Percussion Classes

15

Sep

AD-Group Percussion Classes

Dublin

15 Sep 2025 - 15 Dec 2025

14 weeks, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

  • Dublin
  • ‎€395.00

15 Sep 2025 - 15 Dec 2025

14 weeks, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

AD-group percussion lessons with RIAM teaching faculty (Available Levels see below)

Adult Music Theory Classes (Entry Level)

16

Sep

16 Sep 2025 - 18 Nov 2025

10 weeks, 8:00 PM - 8:45 PM

  • Dublin
  • ‎€235.00

16 Sep 2025 - 18 Nov 2025

10 weeks, 8:00 PM - 8:45 PM

This course is a practical guide to understanding music from the ground up, giving you the tools to apply theory directly to your instrument and expand your musical abilities. Join us and transform the way you connect with the music you love.

Ditties for Dotes

17

Sep

Ditties for Dotes

Dublin

Sold out

17 Sep 2025 - 22 Oct 2025

6 sessions (Wed 11:15 - 11:45 AM)

  • Dublin
  • ‎€85.00

17 Sep 2025 - 22 Oct 2025

6 sessions (Wed 11:15 - 11:45 AM)

A six-week early-years music class for 3 - 18 months olds & their parents, grandparents or minders

Tunes for Toddlers (Age Group II)

17

Sep

Limited places

17 Sep 2025 - 22 Oct 2025

6 sessions (Wed 2:00 - 2:30 PM)

  • Dublin
  • ‎€85.00

17 Sep 2025 - 22 Oct 2025

6 sessions (Wed 2:00 - 2:30 PM)

A six-week early-years music class for 3 – 4-year olds & their parents, grandparents or minders

Tunes for Toddlers (Age Group I)

17

Sep

Limited places

17 Sep 2025 - 22 Oct 2025

6 sessions (Wed 2:45 - 3:15 PM)

  • Dublin
  • ‎€85.00

17 Sep 2025 - 22 Oct 2025

6 sessions (Wed 2:45 - 3:15 PM)

A six-week early-years music class for 1.5 – 3-year olds & their parents, grandparents or minders

AD-Group Jazz Piano Lessons

17

Sep

AD-Group Jazz Piano Lessons

Dublin

17 Sep 2025 - 10 Dec 2025

12 classes (Autumn Term 2025)

  • Dublin
  • ‎€395.00

17 Sep 2025 - 10 Dec 2025

12 classes (Autumn Term 2025)

AD-group Jazz piano lessons with RIAM teaching faculty (Available Levels see below)

AD-Group Jazz Guitar Lessons

18

Sep

AD-Group Jazz Guitar Lessons

Dublin

18 Sep 2025 - 11 Dec 2025

Duration 12 classes (Autumn Term 2025)

  • Dublin
  • ‎€395.00

18 Sep 2025 - 11 Dec 2025

Duration 12 classes (Autumn Term 2025)

AD-group Jazz guitar lessons with RIAM teaching faculty (Available Levels see below)

AD-Group French Horn Lessons

20

Sep

AD-Group French Horn Lessons

Dublin

20 Sep 2025 - 13 Dec 2025

Duration 12 classes (Autumn Term 2025)

  • Dublin
  • ‎€395.00

20 Sep 2025 - 13 Dec 2025

Duration 12 classes (Autumn Term 2025)

AD-group french horn lessons with RIAM teaching faculty (Available Levels see below)

Well Sing Choir (Thursday Afternoon)

25

Sep

25 Sep 2025 - 18 Dec 2025

13 weeks, 3:30 PM - 4:45 PM

  • Dublin
  • ‎€75.00

25 Sep 2025 - 18 Dec 2025

13 weeks, 3:30 PM - 4:45 PM

3.30 - 4.45pm on Thursdays - 12 week Choir ensemble course for any level of singer interested in joining a fun-filled "afternoon" singing group, with a special focus on areas of well-being and health.

Improvisation for Musicians - Outside the Lines

29

Sep

Limited places

29 Sep 2025 - 17 Nov 2025

6 sessions, Mondays 7:00 - 8:30 PM

  • Dublin
  • ‎€150.00

29 Sep 2025 - 17 Nov 2025

6 sessions, Mondays 7:00 - 8:30 PM

Improvisation Course for Musicians exploring ideas inside and outside the box.

October 2025

1 Oct 2025 - 26 Nov 2025

9 weeks, 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

  • Dublin
  • ‎€250.00

1 Oct 2025 - 26 Nov 2025

9 weeks, 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Performance class, with expert guidance and advice to improve and perfect essential presentation skills. (Promotional Discount available - see below)

Spot On - Performance Classes for Singers

1

Oct

Limited places

1 Oct 2025 - 12 Nov 2025

7 weeks, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

  • Dublin
  • ‎€250.00

1 Oct 2025 - 12 Nov 2025

7 weeks, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Performance Classes for Singers (all Genres) - Discount available for RIAM students (* details see below)

Mindfulness and Performance Anxiety for Professionals
Limited places

7 Oct 2025 - 18 Nov 2025

Tuesdays 6 sessions x 2 hours (6-8 PM)

  • Dublin
  • ‎€275.00

7 Oct 2025 - 18 Nov 2025

Tuesdays 6 sessions x 2 hours (6-8 PM)

Discover a path to peak performance and personal growth

10 Oct 2025 - 21 Nov 2025

7 weeks, 11:00 AM - 12:15 PM

  • Dublin
  • ‎€95.00

10 Oct 2025 - 21 Nov 2025

7 weeks, 11:00 AM - 12:15 PM

A vibrant music appreciation course that explores the rich and diverse musical traditions of Latin America.

GuitaRIAM (Ensemble)

12

Oct

GuitaRIAM (Ensemble)

Dublin

12 Oct 2025 - 22 Mar 2026

12 rehearsals + concert (date tbc)

  • Dublin
  • ‎€135.00

12 Oct 2025 - 22 Mar 2026

12 rehearsals + concert (date tbc)

GuitaRIAM is RIAM's classical guitar senior ensemble.

Family "Drum & Beatz"

12

Oct

Family "Drum & Beatz"

Dublin

Sun 12 Oct 2025

2:00 PM - 3:15 PM (1 hour 15 minutes)

  • Dublin
  • ‎€16.00
Registration not available
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Sun 12 Oct 2025

2:00 PM - 3:15 PM (1 hour 15 minutes)

Bond through beats, unleash creativity together with your child(ren) and make unforgettable memories!

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Family "Drum & Beatz"

12

Oct

Family "Drum & Beatz"

Dublin

Sun 12 Oct 2025

3:30 PM - 4:45 PM (1 hour 15 minutes)

  • Dublin
  • ‎€16.00
Registration not available
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Sun 12 Oct 2025

3:30 PM - 4:45 PM (1 hour 15 minutes)

Bond through beats, unleash creativity together with your child(ren) and make unforgettable memories!

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November 2025

Ditties for Dotes

5

Nov

Ditties for Dotes

Dublin

Limited places

5 Nov 2025 - 10 Dec 2025

6 sessions (Wed 11:15 - 11:45 AM)

  • Dublin
  • ‎€85.00

5 Nov 2025 - 10 Dec 2025

6 sessions (Wed 11:15 - 11:45 AM)

A six-week early-years music class for 3 - 18 months olds & their parents, grandparents or minders

Family "Drum & Beatz"

16

Nov

Family "Drum & Beatz"

Dublin

Sun 16 Nov 2025

2:00 PM - 3:15 PM (1 hour 15 minutes)

  • Dublin
  • ‎€16.00
Registration not available
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Sun 16 Nov 2025

2:00 PM - 3:15 PM (1 hour 15 minutes)

Bond through beats, unleash creativity together with your child(ren) and make unforgettable memories!

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Family "Drum & Beatz"

16

Nov

Family "Drum & Beatz"

Dublin

Sun 16 Nov 2025

3:30 PM - 4:45 PM (1 hour 15 minutes)

  • Dublin
  • ‎€16.00
Registration not available
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Sun 16 Nov 2025

3:30 PM - 4:45 PM (1 hour 15 minutes)

Bond through beats, unleash creativity together with your child(ren) and make unforgettable memories!

Registration not available
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