Recording Partners

LINN RECORDS

Linn Records is proud to support the York Early Music International Young Artists Competition. Since 2009 Linn has partnered with the competition to offer a recording contract to the winning ensemble, which has resulted in a critically acclaimed series. Linn’s Chief Producer, Philip Hobbs, has been thrilled to be able to work with the talented winners on a fascinating and diverse range of projects. www.linnrecords.com

Ayres Extemporae

Winners 2024

“The entire experience in York and at the competition was extraordinary and extremely important for us as a group - the opportunity to record with Philip Hobbs and Linn Records, the visibility and new concert opportunities, but also the overall feeling of being welcomed as a part of such a wonderful community within the NCEM.”

Protean Quartet

Winners 2022

"For us, the York competition was an incredible experience to meet exceptional people and musicians. Both the festival and the competition make York a really special place for us. After the York competition, we grew as a quartet and a new path opened up for us to take our music to new stages, not to mention the incredible experience of working with Philip Hobbs and Linn Records."

L'Apothéose

Winners 2019

“Winning the York competition was an extremely important and prestigious recognition of our career, and taking part was an immensely joyful experience.”

BarrocoTout

Winners 2017

“The competition helped us to become one on stage, all in the most supportive and friendly atmosphere. St. Margaret's Church is a magical place.“

Sollazzo Ensemble

Winners 2015

"The competition was a turning-point, bringing us wider recognition throughout Europe; and the recording with Linn Records [awarded the Diapason d’Or] marked a decisive step in the continuation of our career.”

Thalia Ensemble

Winners 2013

“Spending an intensive week together, deepening our mastery of the repertoire with the precious help of Philip Hobbs, elevated us to a higher standard.”

Profeti della Quinta

Winners 2011

"Winning the Competition generated new engagements at major Early Music Festivals, a BBC broadcast, and the opportunity to record our CD in exactly the way that we wished."

BBC RADIO 3

BBC Radio 3 is the NCEM's primary media partner.