MUSIC pupils have been rewarded for their hard work after passing their Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music exams.

Piano students Charlotte Altringham achieved grade one with merit, Holly Killip gained grade two and Sally Cresser passed grade four.

Anna King achieved grade one with merit and Anna Gatherar passed grade five with merit, both in singing.

All are taught by music tutor Terence Lawson, of School Aycliffe.