One of Bahrain's major music competitions for youngsters which was due to start today (February 14) has been cancelled due to parents' concern about sending their children to compete in the kingdom, said a source.

The Young Musician of the Gulf competition was postponed to March 20 to 22, but sources confirmed that it has been cancelled.

The event attracts young talented musicians from around the region who compete against each other in a series of rounds. It was due to be held at St Christopher School. – TradeArabia News Service