The annual scholarship, now in its third year, provides funding of £3,000 towards personal professional development, and is designed to support the progress of outstanding individuals within the music publishing industry.

The winner was announced at the MPA AGM, which took place yesterday (Tuesday).

Walden says, "I am really honoured to be recognised as a worthy recipient of the

MPA Richard Toeman Scholarship and naturally I am excited about the prospect of commencing the MA in music and entertainment management ...