Keith Urban is teaming up with one of Australia's largest country music events, the Tamworth Country Music Festival, to launch the Keith Urban Rising Star Scholarship.

This new scholarship will give emerging Australian country acts a once-in-lifetime chance to become part of Nashville's music scene and gain hands-on industry experience. The recipients will get the chance to perform, write, record, meet industry personnel and enjoy two days of studio time at Keith's recording studio. "Sometimes all a musician needs is an opportunity to be heard or someone to help nurture their talent," said Keith. "Having the opportunity to do that not only inspires me, but I'm also hoping that in some way this scholarship will serve to inspire others."