YOUNG aspiring folk musicians wanting to carve out a career in the music world could soon be given expert advice, guidance and support thanks to a prestigious Worcester venue.
Huntingdon Hall is launching a folk mentoring scheme which will link young folk musicians to experienced, established professionals.
The scheme, Passing Notes, is the first of its kind, and leading folk artists Karen Tweed, and Joe Broughton and Kellie While from the Albion Band, have already agreed to become mentors.
This is a fantastic chance for young folk musicians to get a head start in their professional career, said Chris Jaegar, director of Huntingdon Hall.
These days there are fewer venues able to take a risk on untried artists.
The scheme is organised by Huntingdon Hall and Traditional Arts Projects (TAPS), backed by the Musicians Union and funded by a Regional Arts Lottery Award from West Midlands Arts.
It is looking for two individual instrumentalists, one singer and one instrumental duo.
Folk musicians, aged 18 to 25, with a high standard of folk musicianship should apply before the closing date, Friday, November 16.
For details write to Chris Jaegar, Huntingdon Hall, CrownGate, Worcester, WR1 3LD.
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