AN INSTRUMENT shop and music academy will offer free lessons this weekend as part of a charity event backed by celebrities.

Taster music lessons will be offered by PMT Oxford in Cowley Road and MuzoAkademy in Witney, for the National Learn to Play Day run by charity Music For All.

The two Oxfordshire venues are among locations nationwide that will offer lessons on Saturday and Sunday, for anyone interested in learning how to play an instrument.

Learn to Play Day is supported by several famed musicians and is open to people of all ages.

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The charity's patron Jools Holland said: "I’m delighted to lend my support to National Learn to Play Day.

"It’s a pleasure to be able to share the joy of music, and this special day allows thousands to get involved as venues all over the country offer music lessons for free."

Fellow artist Jamie Cullum added: “National Learn to Play Day gives everyone a chance to play an instrument, even if they’ve never played before.

"This wonderful day introduces thousands to the magic of music making, and often reunites people with a lost passion for playing.

"Get involved and perhaps discover a skill you thought you didn’t have."

To book a taster at PMT Oxford call 01865 725221, or for MuzoAkademy's sessions at Langdale Hall, visit 7csfoundation.com.