SCOTLAND'S
NATIONAL FESTIVAL OF MUSIC COMPETITIONS

Scottish Young Musicians is Scotland’s leading festival of music competitions. Young musicians can compete to win prizes, perform live on a national stage, and push their skills like never before. Taking place in schools across Scotland, the 2026 competition will culminate in a National Final at the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland on Sunday 24 May.

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Inver Shand, 17-year-old accordionist from Fife, crowned Scottish Young Musicians Solo Performer of the Year 2025

Posted: Sun June 1, 2025

Inver Shand, 17-year-old accordionist from Fife, crowned Scottish Young Musicians Solo Performer of the Year 2025
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Perth and Kinross Percussion Ensemble wins prestigious National Ensemble competition run by Scottish Young Musicians

Posted: Tue April 8, 2025

Perth and Kinross Percussion Ensemble wins prestigious National Ensemble competition run by Scottish Young Musicians
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Euan Kemp, 17-year-old Saxophonist from East Dunbartonshire, wins prestigious nation-wide competition, Scottish Young Musicians Solo Performer of the Year 2024.

Posted: Thu August 15, 2024

Euan Kemp, 17-year-old Saxophonist from East Dunbartonshire, wins prestigious nation-wide competition, Scottish Young Musicians Solo Performer of the Year 2024.
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