A PRESTIGIOUS Devon musical festival is on the look out for talented young musicians to take part in a showcase performance at this year?s event.

The Two Moors Festival is looking for four outstandingly talented young musicians who would like to compete for a place in the Young Musicians Platform Concert in next October?s event. However, time is running out for applications and anyone wishing to be considered should act as soon as possible.

Penny Adie, one of the organisers, said: ?The lucky winners each receive £250 prize money and are given the opportunity to give a short recital during one of the lunchtime concerts.?

If you are 18 or under, sing or play a musical instrument and are an enthusiastic performer, ring 01643 831370 for an application form.

The forms are also available in schools and libraries, or they can be downloaded from the website at http://www.thetwomoorsfestival.com">www.thetwomoorsfestival.com

The closing date for entries is January 15.