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Alasdair Tait (Chief Executive & Artistic Director)

Alasdair Tait (Chief Executive & Artistic Director)

Alasdair Tait is the Chief Executive & Artistic Director of the Young Classical Artists Trust. Read more

Published: 17th January, 2023

Updated: 9th July, 2025

Author: Kieran Jones

Jenny Mercer (Head of Development)

Jenny Mercer (Head of Development)

Jenny is responsible for the direction and delivery of all aspects of fundraising here at YCAT. Read more

Published: 16th January, 2023

Updated: 28th February, 2025

Author: Elizabeth Linney

Etta Dainty (Senior Artist Manager)

Etta Dainty (Senior Artist Manager)

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Published: 15th January, 2023

Updated: 11th February, 2025

Author: Elizabeth Linney

Lizzie Linney (General & Digital Communications Manager)

Lizzie Linney (General & Digital Communications Manager)

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Published: 20th August, 2021

Updated: 30th July, 2024

Author: Emily Noon

Mark Harris (Finance Manager)

Mark Harris (Finance Manager)

Mark is a CIMA qualified accountant with 30 years experience. He is responsible for YCAT's full finance function delivering a wide range of finance and accounting services. Read more

Published: 18th August, 2021

Updated: 6th March, 2026

Author: Elizabeth Linney

Max Conway-Goutines (Operations Assistant)

Max Conway-Goutines (Operations Assistant)

Max is a composer & Operations Assistant for YCAT & the Countess of Munster Musical Trust, supporting day-to-day operations, administration, and content creation. Read more

Published: 17th August, 2021

Updated: 1st June, 2026

Author: Elizabeth Linney

Joe Linton (Assistant Artist Manager)

Joe Linton (Assistant Artist Manager)

Joe is the Assistant Artist Manager at YCAT, supporting the development of our young artists. Read more

Published: 17th August, 2021

Updated: 27th March, 2025

Author: Elizabeth Linney

Kate Blackstone (Projects Manager)

Kate Blackstone (Projects Manager)

Kate Blackstone is the Projects Manager for the Young Classical Artists Trust (YCAT). Read more

Published: 16th August, 2021

Updated: 22nd January, 2025

Author: Sean Dunn

Johannes Pfeuffer (Artist Manager - Europe)

Johannes Pfeuffer (Artist Manager - Europe)

Johannes Pfeuffer is the Artist Manager in Europe for the Young Classical Artists Trust. Read more

Published: 1st October, 2019

Updated: 30th July, 2024

Author: Laura Cooper

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  • 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

  • YCAT Celebration at 116 Pall Mall

    YCAT Celebration at 116 Pall Mall

    Join us for a night of music with YCAT artists in the stunning Carlton Room, supporting classical talent. Includes wine & terrace reception.

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    Founded in 1984, the Young Classical Artists Trust (YCAT) supports the early careers of musicians so they can go on to move generations of audiences around the world with their talent.

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    Hana is a member of BBC Radio 3 New Generation Artist 24-26, a Borletti-Buitoni Fellowship 2024 Award artist, and nominated as one of Classic FM’s Rising Stars of 2024

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