Chester-le-Street Methodist Church

James Etherington was a well known Tenor who died in 1948.

The event is open to  promising young musicians living in the DH, Durham County postal areas, who wish to further their training in singing or the playing of musical instruments, are invited to apply for the above-named award.

A 1st prize of £300 as well as a silver trophy, will be presented to the winning performer at a competition to be held on the evening of Saturday, 30th April 2011, in the Methodist Church, Chester-le-Street.

In addition, there will be a prize of £150 for the runner-up. An award will be made to the other participants.

Application forms are available from:­

Mr P Driscoll,

Hon Secretary James Etherington Music Trust

12 Alnwick Close

Chester- le-Street

Co. Durham

DH2 3JL

or via email

 jnmesetheringtonmusicawnrd@googlemail.com

Closing date for the return of applications forms is 25^ih February 2011