Composer Fellowship

In 2024, YCAT introduced our Composer Fellowship, in memory of Hans Keller - a new initiative aimed at nurturing and supporting composers who are establishing their careers. In collaboration with the Royal Philharmonic Society, and supported by the Cosman Keller Art and Music Trust, YCAT selects one talented composer each year to participate in this exciting programme.

Arthur Keegan (2026-27)

Arthur Keegan, is a British composer based in Halifax, Yorkshire and the YCAT Composer Fellow for 2026-27. Read more

Fergus Hall (2025-26)

YCAT Composer Fellow for 2025-26, Fergus Hall, is a musician, composer, artist and music educator from the west of Scotland, currently based in Glasgow. Read more

James B. Wilson (2024-25)

James B Wilson: YCAT's 40th Anniversary Composer Fellow Read more

Electra Perivolaris (2024-25)

Electra Perivolaris announced as YCAT Composer Fellow Read more

Latest

Fibonacci Quartet joins Lorenzo Baldrighi for Italian management

YCAT artists the Fibonacci Quartet join Lorenzo Baldrighi for management in Italy, enhancing their remarkable international career.
YCAT launches new residency model to deepen support for emerging musicians

Introducing a new initiative pairing intensive creative residencies with extended touring. The first results can be heard at four concerts in Germany in June 2026!
Ariel Lanyi joins Keresztes Artists for Management

Former YCAT artist, Ariel Lanyi, joins Keresztes Artists for general management in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland, marking an exciting new chapter for an extraordinary pianist.
YCAT Residency Tour - Germany

YCAT's first Residency Tour takes place across four evenings in late June at venues in Wertheim, Weikersheim and Schloss Leitheim