All competitors entering the competition must accept that the judges' decision is final. The BBC will not enter into any correspondence, either verbal or written about audition or competition results. The BBC will provide, on request, a written report of the judges' comments.
ExpensesExcept for Stage 1 you will be reimbursed for any reasonable travel expenses (i.e. standard rail fare or equivalent) on production of receipt/invoice. Mileage/petrol will not be paid and no money will be refunded without receipts/invoice.
If you are under 16 at Stage 2 we will also pay for an adult to accompany you unless you are travelling with an adult accompanist. We are unable to reimburse travel expenses if you live outside the UK.
Interviews and television cameras
You may be contacted by the BBC and interviewed at any stage of the competition. This interview and your performances may be recorded for possible use on radio and television and the BBC website. By entering the competition you consent to do any promotional interviews for the purpose of publicising the competition both before and after the Final for a period of up to 2 years.
Eligibility
You may enter for any of the instrument classes as long as the following three categories are satisfied:
Qualification: You should have reached Grade 8 standard.
Age: You should be 18 or under on 1 January 2008.
Nationality: You must be a British Citizen (British Subjects are not eligible). If you do not live in the United Kingdom you are allowed to enter the competition but you will be responsible for your own travelling expenses.
NB You must provide proof of age and citizenship with your application form along with a copy of your Grade 8 or diploma certicate or an accreditation from your teacher.
Young Concert Artists TrustThe BBC has arranged an aftercare scheme for the five finalists who reach the Final. It is with the Young Concert Artists Trust (YCAT), a charitable trust which manages the entry of exceptional young musicians into the world of professional music. From this organisation the BBC winners receive advice on concert engagements, repertoire, teachers, fee negotiations and on other matters. The first two years of this service are paid for by the BBC.
Please see the following pages for further details and requirements:
