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Ieuan Jones is a Professor of Harp at the Royal College of Music (RCM), appointed in 1997 and awarded the FRCM in 2016. He is renowned for his exceptional harp performances, having won major international competitions and accolades, including the Royal Over-Seas League Music Competition in 1985. His career spans over 30 years, with performances in over 25 countries, including engagements with leading orchestras and venues like the Concertgebouw and Teatro Colón. He served as harpist to the House of Commons for 13 years, a unique appointment not repeated since.
Education: Began harp at age 6, joined the National Youth Orchestra of Wales (at 13), then the National Youth Orchestra of Great Britain. Earned scholarships at the RCM under Marisa Robles, winning all major prizes including the Tagore Gold Medal.
Research/Performance Interests: Specializes in classical and contemporary harp repertoire, chamber music (e.g., harp quintets with string quartets), and rarely performed works. Known for transcriptions, such as his world-first recording of Schubert piano works adapted for harp.
Awards: Highlights include the Tagore Gold Medal (RCM’s highest honor), Royal Over-Seas League win, and FRCM recognition. Reviews praise his "technical brilliance" and "musical imagination" (The Times).
Advising/Grants: No formal student advisees listed, but mentors through teaching at RCM. Active on international competition panels and as an examiner for the Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music.
Labs/Teams: Co-founder of the Leonard Harp Quartet (2018), alongside Italian professors and students. Engaged in global touring and recordings.
