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Music for Youth Regional Festivals 2027 (leading to the National Festival in Birmingham)

Music for Youth · United Kingdom

Applications upcoming

The UK's largest festival series for young musicians: groups of two or more players aged 21 or under perform at one of 20+ regional festivals or submit a recording online, with a route to the National Festival in Birmingham each July. The 2026 regional applications are closed and 2027 has not been announced.

Grade
Year 10–13 / S3–S6
Same as Grades 9–12 in the US
Age
Up to 21
Lower limit not published
Residence
United Kingdom
Entry
Open application
Check it against your grade and where you live

Bands, ensembles, choirs and collectives of any genre perform and receive feedback from professional Music Mentors. All participating groups are invited to the National Festival, with opportunities such as performing at the MFY Proms at the Royal Albert Hall.

Topics

ArtsEnsemblesBandsChoirsRoyal Albert Hall
Read more on mfy.org.uk