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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!

June 2025

Intro to Junior Musical Theatre

16

Jun

Intro to Junior Musical Theatre

Dublin

Sold out

16 - 20 Jun 2025

5 days (Monday to Friday - 10am to 4pm)

  • Dublin
  • ‎€295.00

16 - 20 Jun 2025

5 days (Monday to Friday - 10am to 4pm)

Calling all young musical theatre enthusiasts (13-17), for a summer acting and singing course with one of Ireland's leading Stage Directors Tony Finnegan.

Wellness Retreat

21

Jun

Wellness Retreat

Dublin

21 - 23 Jun 2025

3 days, 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM

  • Dublin
  • ‎€175.00

21 - 23 Jun 2025

3 days, 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Summer wellness sessions held at the Royal Irish Academy of Music.

Dublin Youth Choir’s Summer Sing

30

Jun

30 Jun 2025 - 4 Jul 2025

1 week, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

  • Dublin
  • ‎€185.00

30 Jun 2025 - 4 Jul 2025

1 week, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Dublin Youth Choir Summer Course

July 2025

Read Music the Trad Way - LIVE at Scoil Samhraidh Willie Clancy

7

Jul

7 - 11 Jul 2025

1 week, 10:00 AM - 2:30 PM

  • Miltown Malbay, Co. Clare
  • ‎€150.00

7 - 11 Jul 2025

1 week, 10:00 AM - 2:30 PM

In this short course, Dr. Liz Doherty will help you learn how to read Irish traditional music using a simple, 4-step system and a suite of resources designed especially for the traditional musician.

Young Pianists' Summer Intensive Course

7

Jul

Sold out

7 - 11 Jul 2025

1 week, 11:15 AM - 1:30 PM

  • Dublin
  • ‎€215.00

7 - 11 Jul 2025

1 week, 11:15 AM - 1:30 PM

Summer course for ambitious young pianists who wish to dedicate a week to refine their technique & performance skills.

August 2025

Key Skills 2025 - Ennis - LIVE

24

Aug

Key Skills 2025 - Ennis - LIVE

Ennis

Sun 24 Aug 2025

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

  • Ennis
  • ‎€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 - Thurles - LIVE

24

Aug

Key Skills 2025 - Thurles - LIVE

Thurles

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!

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)

Ditties for Dotes

17

Sep

Ditties for Dotes

Dublin

Limited places

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