YEMF International Young Artists Competition

Part of the York Early Music Festival, the International Young Artists Competition is a well established and world renowned Early Music competition for young musicians wishing to further their careers. Offering performance and broadcasting opportunities – competition highlights will be recorded and broadcast by BBC Radio 3. Prizes also include a professional CD recording produced by Linn Records.

Competition Deadline 8 December 2025
Finalist selection January 2026
2026 Competition Dates: Wednesday 8 – Saturday 11 July 2026

For more information on applications find out more at yorkcomp@ncem.co.uk

Entry requirements:
Ensemble comprising of minimum of 3 members.
Average age of 35 years or under.
A focus on historically informed performance practice.