1 September 2016:

Welcome to the Young Drummer of the Year competition
 
We are pleased to announce that entries for the 2017 competition
will open on 1st October 2016

If you are 16 or under and would like to enter the competition, see here for futher information on how to enter.

Some initial points to note:

• We will be accepting entries up to November 15th 2016
• We can accept entries on DVD or online video only. Alternatively come along to the YDOTY stand at this year’s London Drum Show to have your entry filmed by us.
• The final 40 and then the final 10 will be announced here in the weeks following the closing date
• You are very strongly urged to read the FAQ's page as we can only answer queries which are not covered in the FAQ's
• Keep an eye on this page for updates.

This years sponsors of the will be Gretsch Drums and Meinl Cymbals.

The competition will also be sponsored by Rhythm magazine.