A TRIO of young North-East musicians are preparing to give something back to their home area in the form of a concert.

The Fenice Trio was formed in September 1996 by pianist Stephen Ridley, from Redcar, cellist Martin Johnson, from Yarm, and violinist David Spencer, from Guisborough.

The three met in the early 1990s, when they were members of the Cleveland Youth Orchestra. Now, they are all professional musicians pursuing freelance careers, but have found time for a performance in Middlesbrough.

The trio said they are committed to performing in their native North-East and will be giving a concert at Middlesbrough Theatre on Saturday, March 3, at 7.30pm.

One of the highlights of the concert will be Mendelssohn's Trio in C minor. The group say they are looking forward to the concert.

Tickets are available from the box office on (01642) 815181