Young musicians in Hambleton can take advantage of a £150 grant to help with travel and tuition expenses.

Hambleton District Council can award cash to musicians under the age of 18 who hold a grade six distinction or above under the Associated Board of the Royal School of Music for their chosen instrument.

Applicants must have lived in Hambleton for at least two years to be eligible.

For more information on the grants to talented musicians scheme, contact arts development officer, Kate Staines on 01609-767203 or email kate.staines@hambleton.gov.uk.