BBC Young Musician Competition

BBC Young Musician is a prestigious biennial competition run by the BBC to discover and showcase outstanding young classical and jazz instrumentalists from across the United Kingdom. Founded in 1978, it features categories such as strings, keyboard, woodwind, brass, and percussion, with rounds broadcast on BBC television and radio. There is also a separate BBC Young Jazz Musician competition.

The competition is open to young performers who are UK residents and below a specified age limit (typically under 18 for the main classical contest), rather than defined by school grade. Participants progress through regional and category auditions to reach televised category finals and a grand final, performing with professional accompanists and often with full orchestra. Taking part can bring national exposure, professional feedback, performance experience on major stages, and can be a significant boost for conservatoire or music career aspirations.

How much does BBC Young Musician Competition cost?

We have not verified what BBC Young Musician Competition costs. Our catalog holds no confirmed price for it, and an unpriced entry means exactly that — unpriced, not free. Check the official site before assuming either way.

Who is eligible for BBC Young Musician Competition?

Our catalog has BBC Young Musician Competition open to high school students in grades 9–12, unconfirmed against the program's own page — check it before you rule yourself in or out, since eligibility is often narrower than a grade range suggests (age floors, "must have completed" rules, enrolment status).

Is BBC Young Musician Competition online or in person?

BBC Young Musician Competition is an in-person program.

How do I apply to BBC Young Musician Competition?

Apply directly through BBC (British Broadcasting Corporation)'s official website. ExtracurricularHub links to the official application — we list and verify programs but don't process applications.