Recap the night and see the winners of the Youth Music Awards 2026, in association with Wingstop!

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Why We Need Racial Equity in Arts Funding

Why racial equity matters in arts funding. Explore the evidence behind Youth Music’s Recharge Fund: Racial Equity and learn how flexible investment can help Black and Global Majority-led organisations thrive.

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References and Evidence Base - Racial Equity in Arts Funding

Explore the research, funding evidence and Youth Music data that shaped the Recharge Fund: Racial Equity, informing its design, focus and eligibility criteria to address inequalities affecting Black and Global Majority-led organisations.

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What's new in YuStudio (Web & Mobile App)?

Get the latest on YuStudio and YuStudio Mobile with music technology expert Max Wheeler. Explore November’s new features, hear project feedback, and pick up tips for engaging young people in music creation and tech.

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Outstanding Project Award sponsored by TikTok

For a Youth Music funded project that pushes the boundaries to promote inclusive music-making.

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Catalyser Fund Round 6 - Grant Awards

See the organisations awarded Catalyser Funding

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Trailblazer Fund Round 11 - Grant Recipients

See the organisations awarded Trailblazer Funding

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Trailblazer Fund Round 12 - Grant Recipients

See the organisations receiving Trailblazer Funding. 

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Navigating Music Leadership as a Performer - Skills Lab 2027

Want to use your skills as a performer to build and develop a career in community music workshop leading or teaching? 

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How to Avoid Burnout as a Music Leader - Skills Lab 2027

This training day will provide techniques to help music teachers, leaders and facilitators manage their workload, work sustainably and produce great projects without burning out. 

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How to Preserve Your Voice While Leading - Skills Lab 2027

This training day is for anyone that uses their voice in their work - it could mean speaking in front of a class, leading workshops, 1-1 teaching, or singing. 

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Trainee Trustee Scheme

This year-long scheme provides training on charity governance and what it means to be a trustee. 

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Music Producer Award sponsored by Amazon Music

For outstanding technical skills in music production, engineering, mixing and/or mastering. 

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Community Impact Coordinator - North

We're recruiting for a Community Impact Coordinator based in the North of England, who has a passion for community engagement and believes in the value of cultural and creative opportunities for people where they live and work.

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Music Teacher Vacancies

Are you a passionate educator with a diverse musical background? Do you thrive on nurturing growth and inspiring young musicians? If so, we’d love you to join our team!

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Youth Music Awards 2026: a historic night in Liverpool

The UK’s leading grassroots music talent was recognised at the Youth Music Awards 2026 in Liverpool, our landmark debut year outside London. Meet this year’s winners, including KOJ, Trxth & RHIA and IMVN

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Release Day Playbook: a free live session for independent artists

Releasing music soon? Join a free, live, online hour on Tuesday 17 November, 7 to 8pm UK time. 

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Rising Star (Artist) Award sponsored by Dr. Martens

For a rising musical group or solo artist that is making waves in the music industry.

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Live Performance Award sponsored by Ticketmaster

For an outstanding live performance by an artist or group from a Youth Music-funded project. This can either be from an in-person or virtual gig.

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Lyricist Award sponsored by PRS for Music

For outstanding lyrics in an original track by an artist or group involved in a Youth Music-funded project.

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