To mark World Book Day on Thursday 2 March, Portsmouth Music Hub has launched a new songbook for primary-aged children. Bombay's Big Adventure tells the story of Bombay the black and white cat who has lost his owner, Melody the Musician. Bombay embarks on a musical journey, searching for Melody at some of Portsmouth's most famous venues and landmarks.

Sue Beckett, Chief Executive of Portsmouth Music Hub said: "Bombay's Big Adventure is a celebration of the sights and sounds of Portsmouth. It's an uplifting story about our city, and with young voices, musicians, dancers and marching bands, Bombay's Big Adventure gives everyone a taste of Portsmouth's rich history and culture."

Bombay's Big Adventure is the latest edition to the Music Hub's award-winning series of songbooks. They have been written by the Hub's team of composers and are designed to be a fun, informative and engaging educational tools.

Children from Portsmouth schools and local music groups will come together to perform Bombay's Big Adventure at the New Theatre Royal on Friday 30 June 2017.