Record number of groups sign up for Isle of Man Festival of Choirs
BBC 2023-09-05 17:01:45 • 2 mins
A record of number of choirs will compete at a biennial music festival as it returns after a four-year break due to the coronavirus pandemic.
The Isle of Man Festival of Choirs, set to be held at the Villa Marina next month, will see five local teams and 14 visiting groups perform.
The event was last held on the island in 2019 before being delayed twice.
Festival coordinator Gary Corkill said organisers have seen an influx of new ensembles who want to take part.
"We're looking forward to welcoming back several returning choirs, and there are a fair few new ones too", he said.
