Widen access to classical music with free lessons, says Errollyn Wallen

First Black woman to become Master of the King's Music says cuts to education means we've lost so much talent'

All children should be taught musical instruments for free at school to widen access to classical music, according to the first Black woman to be appointed Master of the King's Music.

The Belize-born composer, pianist and singer-songwriter Errollyn Wallen says she plans to use her new role to influence the things I feel are important in music-making today," in particular better music education for children.