Talented young instrumentalists under 18 years of age are invited to apply for the Musicians Benevolent Fund (MBF) Young Talent Awards 2010. Applications are encouraged from all musical genres including jazz, folk, rock, pop and classical music. Awards are offered to applicants who are: able to demonstrate a high level of musical achievement; in financial need; under 18; and are either British/Irish or resident in the UK or Ireland for at least three consecutive years on 11 June 2010. Awards range from £200 to £1,000 towards the cost of: buying an instrument; music lessons with a private teacher; and fees or travel expenses for Saturday music centre and colleges.

The closing date for applications is 11 June 2010.