Explore our Solo and Chamber Opportunities
DSM Concert Recital Series
Throughout the 2026/2027 year, Durham Student Music will host a weekly lunchtime recital series, allowing for any DSM member to play a small recital to a friendly audience in the Music Department. Whether you would like to prepare for an exam, commission a new work or experiment with a new piece, these lunchtime recitals provide an opportunity for any member of Durham Student Music to get involved. These are opportunities for both soloists and small groups, and teas, coffees and biscuits are always provided for performers and audience alike.
More specific details to come. Any questions should be directed to student.music@durham.ac.uk.
Piano Society
Durham University Piano Society (DUPS) hosts a range of events, performances and experiences for its members. DUPS allow pianists to connect and discover opportunities at Durham University; other keyboardists are welcomed too.
Recent events include a collaboration with other instrumentalists for an evening of concertos and sonatas, and solo piano recitals. As a network, DUPS centralises opportunities for pianists, informing members of concerto and accompaniment opportunities.
DUPS arranges practice slots for its members on Durham University’s Steinway, including the Steinway Model D in the Music Department. Alongside this, they arrange masterclass opportunities and lessons on figured bass for Baroque music accompaniment.
Presidents: Luca Trentini-Dowell and Sophia Wong
Email: keyboard.society@durham.ac.uk
Flute Choir
Durham University Flute Choir is a non-auditioned flute ensemble with a very social atmosphere. The society hosts at least one concert each term and plays a range of repertoire, from traditional pieces for flutes, to folk music and our own arrangements of film scores. Last year Flute Choir purchased a bass flute, enabling the ensemble to play music featuring a range of flute voices (bass, alto, flute, piccolo).
Flute choir also prides itself on creating an inclusive and welcoming atmosphere at rehearsals, and encourages players of all levels to join and get involved!
President: Niall Mitchell
Email: niall.mitchell@durham.ac.uk