Rebecca Clarey

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Rebecca Clarey
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
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Magazine features

The Faculty of Music has been featured in the September 2026 issues of BBC Music Magazine and Music Teacher, showcasing the new facilities in the Schwarzman Centre and the Bate Collection of Instruments.
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Remembering John Whenham

The Faculty of Music is sorry to learn of the passing of alumnus Professor John Whenham (New College, 1968). Following completion of his DPhil at Oxford, Professor Whenham went on to spend over 40 years at the University of Birmingham. The University of Birmingham has published an obituary celebrating his life and career.
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A selection of alumni news