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London's Royal Academy of Music Appoints New Head of Strings

 

Alongside Graham Mitchell's new position, Catrin Finch has been appointed Head of Harp. Finch replaces LSO’s former Co-Principal harpist Karen Vaughan. The duo will begin in their new roles starting from the 2022/2023 academic year.

As one of UK's most sought-after double-bassists, Mithcell is also an avid chamber musician and pedagogue teacher. An alumnus of the Royal Academy of Music (RAM), Graham later served as Professor of Double Bass.

He then held the position of Senior Professor of Double Bass at RAM and in October 2021, was appointed Serge Koussevitzky Professor of Double Bass.

"I am also delighted that Graham Mitchell will be continuing the outstanding work of Jo Cole," said Jonathan Freeman-Attwood, Principal of RAM. "Graham is another renowned instrumentalist and a passionate teacher who is deeply committed to the rounded development and wellbeing of students.

"Both new heads are committed to the crucial task of identifying talented young musicians from all backgrounds, and offering students the skills and experiences that will prepare them for a fast-changing professional environment."

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