Edinburgh Quartet Apprentice 2026

The EQ Apprentice is a distinctive scheme created by the Edinburgh Quartet for exceptionally talented young string players keen to develop a career in chamber music. Following on from the success of previous editions, which have launched several exceptional young players into professional chamber music careers, the Edinburgh Quartet is once again opening applications to outstanding young string players from the UK and Ireland’s top music colleges, universities, and conservatoires.

The competition is open to violinists, violists, cellists, and double bassists aged 18–25, resident or studying in the UK or Ireland. Applicants must be available to attend the final in Edinburgh on Saturday 28 February 2026.

Please see the Edinburgh Quartet website for further details and regulations.