We are delighted to announce our eight finalists for 2022. Chosen from a very competitive field of over 150 outstanding applicants, the eight international artists will perform at YCAT’s live Final Auditions, at Wigmore Hall, on 19 May. The artists selected from the Public Audition Finals will join the family of international artists currently managed by YCAT.  

The eight selected finalists are:

• Connaught Brass (brass quintet)
• Emanuil Ivanov (piano)
• Gabriele Strata (piano)
• Joël Terrin (baritone)
• Jonathan Leibovitz (clarinet)
• Maja Horvat (violin)
• Maxine Troglauer (bass trombone)
• TriOssia (accordion trio)

Each finalist will be introduced on YCAT’s social and digital media platforms between 3-13 May. 

Alasdair Tait (Chief Executive & Artistic Director) comments:

“After three years of navigating online, remote selection and support of young artists, it has been so inspiring to return to live auditions. The level and commitment of artists applying for YCAT’s support this year from around Europe has been extraordinary, and we are thrilled that we can yet again present these eight exciting finalists in the magnificent Wigmore Hall. ” 

YCAT’s Final Auditions will take place at Wigmore Hall, on 19 May from 3-5.30pm and 7-9.30pm and are open to the public to attend.

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