Young Classical Artists Trust

Randall Goosby signs with Decca Classics

YCAT violinist Randall Goosby has signed a recording contract with Decca Classics. Read more
Castalian String Quartet joins IMG Artists

The Castalian String Quartet has joined IMG Artists. Read more
Ben Goldschieder selected as an ECHO Rising Star

YCAT horn player, Ben Goldschieder, has been selected as an ECHO Rising Star. Read more
YCAT and London Mozart Players announce three concerts together

YCAT and the London Mozart Players announce three concerts Read more

We exist to nurture and support the early careers of young musicians who will go on to move generations of audiences with their talent.

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Young Classical Artists Trust (YCAT) raises more than £100,000 in only three weeks to support the next generation of world-class artists having lost all concert engagements and income due to COVID-19 crisis.

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Our Impact

623	National & International engagements in 2018/19
90,000+	Total audience reach in 2018/19
180%	Increase in international engagements over past three seasons
£100,000+	Raised for our Covid-19 Hardship Fund to help each artist

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Guest blog: 3 Smartphone Morning Rituals For Every Musician

The three rituals that follow can all be accomplished in under ten minutes. Take care of these at the start of your morning and your music career will see direct benefits. Read more
The Power of Programming - with Professor Jonathan Cross

Professor Jonathan Cross talks to Sean Dunn about devising programmes, challenging preconceptions and rethinking repertoire during the Covid pandemic. Read more
Guest blog: Ingmar Bergman’s response to Chopin

YCAT 2020 Finalists Ariel Lanyi pianist discusses Ingmar Bergman’s response to Chopin's music in his weekly blog. Read more

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£100,000+

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