YOUNG musical star Michael Davis, who spent his Easter raising money for the Dunblane appeal, has been rewarded for his efforts with a cash prize of his own.

During the past few years the nine-year-old George Formby wannabee has collected thousands of pounds for different charities after entertaining people with his ukelele, trumpet and coronet skills.

On Easter Sunday he even set up a stand in the Hounds Hill shopping complex and delighted shoppers donated almost £400 which he intends to give to the Dunblane appeal.

But he has earned a treat for himself at last - £200 to spend on music lessons of his choice.

Michael, a member of Blackpool Brass Band, took second place in a slow melodies contest at Worden Hall, Leyland, and according to mum Beverley he thoroughly deserved the honour.

"We are very proud of him," she said. "He pulled out all the stops when it counted."

Beverley, from Winster Place, Little Marton, feels the prize is a just reward for all the effort her son has put in for charity.

"Michael is always keen to raise money," she said.

"When the Dunblane tragedy took place he asked me if there was something he could do. He originally wanted to play for the whole of the Easter weekend.

"He entertained shoppers and holidaymakers and we have to say thanks to Terry Platts, manager of the Hounds Hill, and Wolstenholme Graphics which produced the posters for us free of charge."

Michael now use his music vouchers to pay for his lessons with Terry Reane who has tutored him for the past three years.

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