The Royal Irish Academy of Music (RIAM) Spotlight Awards, in partnership with Ace Autobody, are a celebration of the incredible achievements of the many thousands of students who participate in RIAM Exams and Assessments every year. The Awards celebrate amazing talent and creativity in new and exciting ways – showing that Ireland is alive with creative energy!

The Royal Irish Academy of Music is Ireland’s oldest conservatoire, ranked in the top 50 institutions in the world for the performing arts. We train gifted musicians from all over the world for careers in music performance, composition and pedagogy. Our graduates are innovative and reflective, with skills that enable them to take on the challenge of a life in the creative arts with confidence and zest.

RIAM teaching staff includes many international prize-winners and principals of professional orchestras in Ireland. It also includes individuals whose names have become synonymous with music education in Ireland. These experienced teachers are passionate about working with talented students to unlock their artistic potential.

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