Musical novices as well as accomplished instrumentalists are needed for a series of contemporary music workshops.

The Hands On! project will give musicians the chance to perform and compose.

Corsham Festival is teaming up with Kokoro the contemporary music ensemble of the Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra to stage four workshops in November in Chippenham, Calne, Wootton Bassett and Malmesbury.

"If you are an adult who is a lapsed instrumentalist, a young player or a beginner of any age, Hands On! is a great opportunity to discover, compose and play your own music," said Corsham Festival director Nicholas Keyworth. "If you took music lessons at school but have not played since, now is the time to dust down your double bass."

For further details ring the festival on (01249) 712618 or e-mail boxoffice@corshamfestival.co.uk