We’re delighted to announce that Yorkshire Youth and Music has been awarded a £37,000 grant from Arts Council England to support our ongoing commitment to nurturing the next generation of community musicians. This vital funding will enable us to launch a new training programme, offering practical experience and mentorship for emerging musicians who want to make a meaningful difference in the lives of vulnerable young people.

Our work focuses on using the power of music to support children and young people in specialised and often challenging settings—including those in care, young people in youth justice settings, and those facing significant social or emotional difficulties. Our experienced music leaders are skilled in creating safe, creative environments where young people can express themselves, build confidence, and develop new skills.

Through this grant, we will provide hands-on opportunities for trainees to learn directly from these experienced leaders, gaining insight into both the artistic and community engagement aspects of this work.

Find out more about the work our music leaders do:

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Trainee Creative Musicians Call Out

Due to a large number of applications, we're no longer accepting applications for this round of Trainee Creative Musicians. By 1 July we had received more than 30 applications to join the programme, which has 9 places. We may re-open the call-out later in the year - feel free to send us your details, but it may take us a while to get back to you.

Trainee Creative Musicians Pack PDF

If you have any questions feel free to get in touch at [email protected]. if you would like the pack in a different format (i.e. Word) please email [email protected]. 

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Our mission is rooted in inclusion, empowerment, and musical excellence. With support from Arts Council England, this training programme is just one of the ways we invest in the future of community music and strive to create lasting social impact through creativity.