A SCHOOL in Blandford has launched its summer school for all ages to pass on its expertise to aspiring musicians.

Milton Abbey School will play host to the Milton Abbey International Music Festival and Summer School 2013, which is being led by David McKee, the school’s music director.

The five residential courses, held from July 28 to August 4, include Prep School Music, Senior School Choral, Senior School Orchestral, Adult Choral and Aspiring Professional Orchestral, with each culminating in a concert and festival ensemble.

Natalie Clein, Young Musician of the Year, and multi award-winning acapella group, VOCES8, will be the resident artists for the events.

For more information on the summer school, go to miltonabbeyfestival.com