BBC Young Musician (1978): cast, story & where to watch
1978 · Series · ★ 10
Released in 1978, BBC Young Musician is a reality series.
What it’s about. BBC Young Musician (Young Musician of the Year) first appeared on our TV screens in 1978. The brainchild of BBC producers Humphrey Burton, Walter Todds and Roy Tipping, the biennial competition has developed an enviable reputation for finding superstar musicians including Nicola Benedetti, Mark Simpson and Sheku Kanneh-Mason.
Who’s in it. BBC Young Musician stars Jess Gillam as Presenter, Alexis Ffrench as Presenter, Josie D'Arby as Presenter and Mark Wigglesworth as Conductor, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 10.0/10, BBC Young Musician sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch BBC Young Musician page.
If you liked it. Fans of BBC Young Musician tend to enjoy The Kardashians, The Simpsons, Drawn Together and Clarkson's Farm.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch BBC Young Musician (1978)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for BBC Young Musician change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is BBC Young Musician worth watching?
- BBC Young Musician holds an audience score of 10.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy reality. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in BBC Young Musician?
- BBC Young Musician stars Jess Gillam, Alexis Ffrench, Josie D'Arby, Mark Wigglesworth and Anna Lapwood.
- When was BBC Young Musician released?
- BBC Young Musician was released in 1978.