TALENTED young musicians took to the stage to showcase their skills last night.

The first of five concerts, in the Music Centre Presents series, was held at the Albert Halls, Bolton, to showcase the instrumental and choral work undertaken by students at Bolton Music Centre, New York, Ladybridge.

The concert included Bolton Junior Youth Orchestra, Bolton Junior Percussion Ensemble, Ladybridge and Turton Junior String Ensemble, Bolton Youth Flute Choir, Bolton Junior Brass Band and Bolton Youth Concert Band.