Young Classical Artists Trust

Founded in 1984, the Young Classical Artists Trust (YCAT) is a specialist UK charity that supports the early careers of emerging young classical musicians.

The purpose of the trust is to identify, nurture, and promote outstanding young soloists and ensembles at the outset of their professional careers. As an artist management service, YCAT liaises with promoters in the UK and abroad. YCAT also presents concerts to showcase the artists it represents. After three years of representation, YCAT aims to introduce the artists to suitable commercial management.

Through 2022–2023, YCAT generated £233,000 in performance fees, which were all given to YCAT's artists. Musicians who have started their careers in YCAT include James Baillieu, The Belcea Quartet, and Allison Balsom. YCAT has supported 45 winners and finalists of the BBC Young Musician of the Year award in the past 20 years.