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  • Spotlight on Imposter Syndrome

    Spotlight on Imposter Syndrome

    Qualified coaches Marion Friend MBE and Richard Collins share with us how imposter syndrome can affect musicians and how to tackle it Read more

  • Health resources from the British Association for Performing Arts Medicine

    Health resources from the British Association for Performing Arts Medicine

    As part of April 2024 Mental Health Month, the British Association for Performing Arts Medicine share their health resources, including a performance health checklist and managing performance anxiety. Read more

  • Musicians' Hearing Health

    Musicians' Hearing Health

    We spoke with Fiona Butterworth, Clinical Lead at Harley Street Hearing and the Musicians' Hearing Services, to learn more about hearing health and the importance of protecting your ears. Read more

  • Charlotte Saluste-Bridoux on Performance Anxiety

    Charlotte Saluste-Bridoux on Performance Anxiety

    Charlotte Saluste-Bridoux is a violinist and became a YCAT Artist in 2021. Here she shares her coping strategies for dealing with Performance Anxiety. Read more

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Health & Wellbeing

Musicians' Mental Health Month Returns

Musicians' Mental Health Month Returns

YCAT launches the 5th Musicians' Mental Health Month this April, offering free support focussed on tackling imposter syndrome for musicians. Read more

Published: 2nd April, 2026

Updated: 15th April, 2026

Author: Elizabeth Linney

Spotlight on Imposter Syndrome

Spotlight on Imposter Syndrome

Qualified coaches Marion Friend MBE and Richard Collins share with us how imposter syndrome can affect musicians and how to tackle it Read more

Published: 2nd April, 2026

Author: Kate Blackstone

Support from the Royal Society of Musicians

Support from the Royal Society of Musicians

The RSM provides financial support, advice and guidance for music professionals across the UK impacted by mental or physical ill health. Read more

Published: 2nd April, 2026

Author: Elizabeth Linney

Wellbeing and health resources from the Musicians' Union

Wellbeing and health resources from the Musicians' Union

The Musicians’ Union works hard to support musicians’ physical and mental health and wellbeing. Here are some key resources that may prove useful in support of your wellbeing. Read more

Published: 8th March, 2026

Updated: 27th March, 2026

Author: Laura Cooper

Coping Strategies: Resources from the Musicians' Union

Coping Strategies: Resources from the Musicians' Union

The Musicians' Union (MU) offers a range of resources designed to improve wellbeing, including breath work, and strategies for addressing negative self-talk. Read more

Published: 7th March, 2026

Updated: 27th March, 2026

Health resources from the British Association for Performing Arts Medicine

Health resources from the British Association for Performing Arts Medicine

As part of April 2024 Mental Health Month, the British Association for Performing Arts Medicine share their health resources, including a performance health checklist and managing performance anxiety. Read more

Published: 6th March, 2026

Updated: 27th March, 2026

Author: Laura Cooper

Mental Health Support from Tonic Music

Mental Health Support from Tonic Music

Tonic Music provide a wealth of support and guidance on identifying and coping with Music Performance Anxiety Read more

Published: 5th March, 2026

Updated: 27th March, 2026

Author: Elizabeth Linney

Musicians' Hearing Health

Musicians' Hearing Health

We spoke with Fiona Butterworth, Clinical Lead at Harley Street Hearing and the Musicians' Hearing Services, to learn more about hearing health and the importance of protecting your ears. Read more

Published: 4th March, 2026

Updated: 27th March, 2026

Charlotte Saluste-Bridoux on Performance Anxiety

Charlotte Saluste-Bridoux on Performance Anxiety

Charlotte Saluste-Bridoux is a violinist and became a YCAT Artist in 2021. Here she shares her coping strategies for dealing with Performance Anxiety. Read more

Published: 3rd March, 2026

Updated: 27th March, 2026

Matthew Jones leads Kundalini Yoga and Meditation For Musicians

Matthew Jones leads Kundalini Yoga and Meditation For Musicians

Read more

Published: 19th June, 2025

Updated: 20th June, 2025

Author: Helen Carvell

Introductory Yoga for Musicians with Matthew Jones

Introductory Yoga for Musicians with Matthew Jones

YCAT mini masterclass series presents an introductory yoga class, specially designed for musicians. Read more

Published: 18th June, 2025

Updated: 20th June, 2025

Author: Helen Carvell

Top Tips for Making a Healthy Start to Your Career

Top Tips for Making a Healthy Start to Your Career

In this blog, we talk about top tips for making a healthy start to your career as outlined by Dr George Musgrave as part of the 21cMusician coffee mornings Read more

Published: 18th October, 2021

Updated: 12th October, 2023

Ten questions to ask instead of ‘What Now?’

Ten questions to ask instead of ‘What Now?’

Ten questions to ask instead of ‘what now?’ How to overcome 'The Struggle' of your first years out of music college. Read more

Published: 11th August, 2020

Updated: 27th May, 2026

Author: Kate Blackstone

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  • Fibonacci Quartet joins Lorenzo Baldrighi for Italian management

    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

    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

    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 Residency Tour - Germany

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

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