MUMBAI:Amrita TV is launching Raga Ratnam Junior, a carnatic music talent hunt for children in the 10-15 age group.

Scheduled for telecast from September, the show is positioned for a primetime slot in weekend.

Raga Ratnam Junior will provide opportunities for children inclined to classical music to nurture and showcase their talent to a global audience, informs an official release.

The show is planned to comprise classical, semi-classical, and instrumental rounds as also jugalbandi, fusion rounds.

Amrita TV has also announced auditions at Chennai, Bangalore,Thrissur and Trivandrum. The last date to receive SMS registrations is 25 Aug.

The show has also roped in a permanent jury of eminent musicians and stalwarts from the field of Carnatic music who will also groom and counsel the contestants.