YOUNG musicians and budding thespians had a rare chance to work with professionals at a music and drama workshop in South Ockendon.

Golden notes - young musicians form a brass section at the music workshop. Picture: DAVE HENDERSON 7ALWQ1

A group of eight to 18-year-olds brushed up their skills at the Culver Centre event organised by Thurrock Youth Arts.

A Thurrock Council spokeswoman said: "This is just one more way we are providing fun and education at half-term."

Published Friday, February 22, 2002