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Congratulations to the 2025 competition winner, Jack Manders!
ZILDJIAN'S UK YOUNG DRUMMER OF THE YEAR
2026 COMPETITION DETAILS
Are you ready to take your drumming to the next level? Zildjian's UK Young Drummer of the Year competition is your chance to showcase your skills, compete with the best young talent, and make your mark in the drumming world. Open to aspiring drummers 16 or under, this competition highlights creativity, technique, and passion behind the kit.
Don't miss your chance to be part of this incredible journey!
Entries Open: October 15th, 2025
Entries Close: November 15th, 2025
Final: February 15th, 2026
ZILDJIAN'S 2025 UK YOUNG DRUMMER OF THE YEAR COMPETITION
TOP 10 FINALISTS
Congratulations to everyone who took part in Zildjian's Young Drummer of the Year competition, here is the 2025 final 10 in forename alphabetical order.
Aldrexter Barroga
Alfie Connolly
Daniel Letman
Ellis Gates
Harry Jenkins
Helena McDonnell
Jack Manders
James Nugent
Jayden Risden
Karl Prah
TOP 40 FINALISTS
Congratulations to everyone who took part in Zildjian's UK Young Drummer of the Year Competition, here is the 2025 final 40 in forename alphabetical order.
