FLAUTIST Victoria Guise has gained another major music prize, this time a diploma from one of the country's leading conservatoires.

The 15-year-old Tenbury High School student from Eardiston, has become Associate of the London College of Music.

To qualify for the award, normally taken by students over the age of 18, Victoria gave a one-hour recital.

She also had to pass exams in music history, harmony and orchestration.

Victoria is a member of Bromyard Wind Band and the youth section of the English Symphony Orchestra.