Rufus Edwards, from Bersham, was declared the winner of the Pendine Young Musician of Wales competition at the North Wales International Music Festival. The pianist dazzled the judges in the final, held at St Asaph Cathedral, which was recorded by BBC Radio Cymru. Mr Edwards said: "It felt right to include a piece by Mathias at the festival he founded. Mr Edwards began playing the piano at the age of five and is currently studying with Chester-based pianist John Gough. Mr Kreft added: "All four of the finalists treated us to brilliant performances and Rufus was a worthy winner.