Rebecca Clarey

Tuesday 12 September 2023

The Faculty is deeply saddened to learn of the death of alumna Rebecca Clarey from cancer at the age of 40. An undergraduate and MSt student at Christ Church (2001-5), Rebecca was a talented pianist and flautist, a lively and popular member of the Faculty community during her time in Oxford, and more recently an outstanding Head of Music at Salesian School in Surrey. Details of her funeral may be found here and donations to Woking Hospice in lieu of flowers may also be made there. Her family would be grateful to anyone wishing to share memories or photographs, and these can also be sent to Dr Joanna Bullivant

Professor Laura Tunbridge delivering lecture, with student musician on stage behind

'Everyday Beethoven' - Professor Laura Tunbridge

23 October 2026

Professor Laura Tunbridge repeated her inaugural lecture as Heather Professor of Music at this year's Meeting Minds weekend for alumni. As the 200th anniversary of his death approaches in 2027, Ludwig van Beethoven remains ubiquitous, his music still dominating concerts, films and advertising. In 'Everyday Beethoven', Professor Tunbridge explores the friendships, collaborations and musical relationships that enabled the composer to come to prominence. A recording of the lecture is now available to watch online.

Professor Jennifer Walshe and Irish National Opera and win 2026 Sky Arts Award

14 October 2026

Dr Vai featured in Gramophone discussing the curation of the permanent exhibition Resonant Histories at the Bate Collection

12 October 2026

The Head of Collection and Curator has been interviewed by Gramophone about Resonant Histories, the new permanent exhibition at the Bate Collection of Musical Instruments. The exhibition explores the histories and stories behind musical instruments, bringing their cultural significance and musical heritage to life, and offering visitors new perspectives on the collection and the stories its instruments hold.