Who is YYM for?

YYM is open to all young musicians

You will be guided with our team of excellent musicians and tutors, including a 1 hour lesson on your first instrument and classes designed to enhance your broader musical knowledge. YYM will help your school or college studies, with enrichment activities and classes specialising in Grade 5 theory (and beyond), aural training, composition and performance skills, to name a few.

Although there is no minimal formal grade or standard required to apply, places are auditioned and are awarded to students who demonstrate promise, possess high-levels of musicality and are able to demonstrate immense commitment to their instrument(s) and developing their musical potential.

Our 2023/24 term dates are shown here.

Autumn Term

Sun 17 Sep - Sun 10 Dec

Sun 17 September - Sun 10 December

Half Term Sunday 29 October & 5 November

Spring Term

Sun 7 Jan - Sun 24 Mar

Sun 7 January - Sun 24 March

Half Term Sunday 18 February

Summer Term

Sun 14 Apr - Sun 7 Jul

Sun 14 April - Sun 7 July

Bank Holiday Sunday 5 May, Half Term Sunday 26 May

“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

“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

“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

“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

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

– Guitar student Alumnus

“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

“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

“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

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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