All the world's a stage at Glasgow Airport - Scotland's gateway launches hunt for music stars of the future.

Budding musicians could see their careers take off thanks to a new creative initiative from Scotland's gateway airport.

Glasgow Airport is giving up and coming young musicians the chance to perform in front of a worldwide audience of thousands...live from the terminal building.

A series of 'Airplay' sessions are planned this summer to give young musicians the chance to showcase their work and entertain travellers from around the globe. A prize of £1,000 will be awarded to the best performer and highlights will be posted online.

The competition is designed to highlight Glasgow's status as a UNESCO City of Music, awarded in 2008 because of its rich musical heritage. The west of Scotland has given rise to some of Scottish music's biggest names, including Aztec Camera, Belle & Sebastian, Deacon Blue, Del Amitri, Glasvegas, Hue and Cry, Lulu, Texas, Travis and Paolo Nutini.

Amanda McMillan, Managing Director of Glasgow Airport, said: "Glasgow has been recognised as a UNESCO City of Music because of the important contribution the city has made to the music industry. It seems fitting that we should launch this search for the recording artists of the future at the city's gateway airport.

"Our 'Airplay' sessions are a fantastic platform for young musicians, and we're delighted to play our part in support Glasgow as the City of Music.

"As Scotland's long haul and transatlantic gateway, performers can expect to play to thousands of travellers from across the globe. For one lucky performer, it could help their dreams of stardom really take off."

Louise Mitchell, Director of Glasgow UNESCO City of Music, welcomed the initiative.

She said: "Glasgow UNESCO City of Music welcomes this inspiring initiative from Glasgow Airport. The airport is the gateway to our city and is used by both established and aspiring musicians every day.

"The imaginative Airplay competition will provide real opportunities for young musicians to showcase their work and for City of Music to demonstrate the riches of Glasgow's musical talent to locals and visitors alike."

To take part in Airplay, send a CV or DVD with a selection of your recordings - or a link to your website - to Airplay, Glasgow Airport, St Andrew's Drive, Paisley, PA3 2SW or email flightpath@baa.com