Is this for me?
You can apply for a
Young Sounds Award if:
You're aged 5 - 17
You can apply anytime after your 5th birthday and before your 18th birthday.
You're living and studying in the UK
England, Wales, Scotland, Northern Island, Isle of Man, Channel Islands. If you've lived in the UK for fewer than three years, read this.
You're an instrumentalist, singer, composer, producer or song-writer
We value all genres and styles of music equally. We now make Awards for vocal studies and singers can also apply if you're looking to further your writing or producing, or for support towards a second study instrument.
Your family are on a lower income
- You're eligible if the total income of any parents/carers in your home is less than £30,000 a year.
- You may be eligible if it's between £30,000 - £40,000 a year.
- It's unlikely you'll be eligible if it's above £40,000 a year.
Click for more about means-testing
What about musical talent?
Yes, we're looking for musical talent but talent looks like many things. You're on your own musical path and we want to hear about it. Show us that:
- you have the potential and passion to take your music to a high level with the right support
- you've made great progress with whatever music education you've had access to and you now need support to take your next steps
- you love what you do and have ideas for how you want to develop as an artist
Please note that we're unable to accept applications from young musicians who are already part of our Furthering Talent programme.
Young Sounds UK is the working name for Awards for Young Musicians. Registered charity. No. 1070994