Who is YYM for?

YYM is open to all young musicians

YYM is for promising young musicians age 8-19.

They may stand out because they:

Show commitment and dedication to music
Perform very musically or show creative flair
Show curiosity about music
Demonstrate potential to reach a high level

Ideal for young musicians who show a passion for music, to support GCSE or A level studies and for those considering music at conservatoire or university, YYM aims to develop a life long love of music for all.

Although there is no minimum formal grade or standard required to apply, places are auditioned and are awarded to students who demonstrate promise, musical performance and commitment to developing their musical potential.

Our 2024/25 term dates are shown here.

Autumn Term

Sun 15 Sep - Sun 15 Dec

Sun 15 September - Sun 15 December

Half Term Sunday 27 October & 3 November

Spring Term

Sun 12 Jan - Sun 6 Apr

Sun 12 January - Sun 6 April

Half Term Sunday 16 & 23 February

Summer Term

Sun 27 Apr - Sun 13 Jul

Sun 27 April - Sun 13 July

Bank Holiday Sunday 4 May, Half Term Sunday 25 May

“YYM has made me into a lifelong musician. Performing increased my confidence and taught me how to communicate, which are invaluable skills.“

– Engineering student YYM alumnus

“Please also allow me to express my endless gratitude for all the knowledge, support and encouraging you and all teachers gave to my daughter through the years.“

– Parent of YYM student

“YYM kick-started my musical career, I would highly recommend YYM to any young person who wishes for a great musical education“

– Guitar student Alumnus

“As the mother of a young musician with Autistic Spectrum Disorder; Auditory Processing Difficulties and extremely challenging and oppositional behaviour during his primary school years, YYM helped me believe he was indeed still capable of achieving the kinds of successes he has. I’ve spent a life-time trying to explain to him that nobody gets anywhere in life without a huge amount of support from a team of people behind them. As that African saying goes: “It takes a village to raise a child.”

Thank you for being part of his village.“

– Parent of student, currently studying for a BA (Hons) Music Performance & Production

“YYM was an amazing place to study; it was hugely helpful in building my confidence both within my musical studies and my own self. There are not many words left to describe what YYM has done for me, all that can be said is thank you!“

– Eden – violinist, Hull alumnus

“Without YYM, I never would have achieved my dream of studying music at one of the best Universities in the world“

– Holly – studying Music at York University

“He has greatly enjoyed his time with you all and it’s been such a delight to watch him flourish at YYM. We are all very grateful for you and all teachers who directed him through the world of music.“

– Hull parent

“YYM gave me the high-quality training needed to achieve my ambition of conducting at the Royal Opera House.“

– James Hendry – Kappelmeister Hannover, YYM Hull alumnus

“As a diagnosed dyslexic my daughter has been given accessible but also systematic, creative and content rich music teaching at YYM. It has given her an amazing foundation to go to Music College with. We will be forever grateful to YYM for helping our daughter reach her musical potential but in a way that totally protected her mental health and treated her as a whole person.“

– Leeds parent

Any questions?

If you have any questions about applying to YYM, how we might be able to help or any general enquiries feel free to contact us:

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