Prize-winning musicians take centre stage

Published Monday, 21st August 2017

THERE’S a treat in store for music lovers on Saturday 16 September when some of Hartlepool’s finest young musicians will be showcased at the Town Hall Theatre.

Called ‘A Celebration of Music’, it will feature young musicians who have received awards this year from the town’s Preston Simpson & Sterndale Trust.

Neil Sild

Neil Sild

Featuring in the music spectacular are Neil Sild (cello,above), Amber Reeve (saxophone), Amy Napper (vocal), Georgia Lennon (vocal), Grace Allen (vocal), Amy Todd-Davis (piano), Kate Todd-Davis (piano), Alice Gilhespy-Swan (vocal) and Ethan Scott (vocal).

There will also be performances from five of the town’s primary school choirs – namely St Teresa’s, St John Vianney, St Bega’s, St Joseph’s and Eldon Grove Academy.

The event, organised annually helps raise funds for the Trust, which is celebrating its 100th Anniversary this year.

Chris Simmons, Chair of the Preston Simpson & Sterndale Trust, said: “We have a rich talent of young musicians in Hartlepool and it is so important to nurture and support them to reach their full potential.

“Many of the musicians who receive support from the Trust are already performing to a professional standard and along with the five primary school choirs performing; a fantastic night of music is in store.”

“I would like to thank everyone who has contributed to the Trust over the past year. The generous donations from the community really help us to continue our work in supporting young Hartlepool musicians.”

St Josephs school choir

St Josephs School Choir

The Trust provides financial support to develop the musical talents of young people aged 15-25 who either live in or have other strong links with Hartlepool.

Deputy Lieutenant of County Durham, Mrs Andrea Flynn, will be attending the event along with the Mayor and Mayoress of Hartlepool Councillor Paul Beck and Mrs Mary Beck.

The show starts at 7pm and tickets cost £4. Children under 16 are free if accompanied by an adult.

Tickets can be obtained from Hartlepool Art Gallery and Tourist Information Centre in Church Square, by calling 01429 890000 or can be booked online here.

For more information about the Trust, please call Judith Oliver on 01429 523914.