manx celtic music and dance

Arrane son Mannin competition for a new song in Manx

05 Nov 2013


Competition for a new song in Manx Gaelic * 6 January * Peel Masonic Hall
* £300 prize, sponsored by the Manx Heritage Foundation/Culture Vannin
* best new song in Manx Gaelic will represent the IOM at the Pan-Celtic Festival in Derry 22-27 April, in the International Song Competition.
* Your song can be rock, pop, folk, traditional - any type, as long as it’s in Manx. Both lyrics and tune must be new composition in 2013 and not performed previously in public competition in IOM. Live group performance of 2-6 people with no previously recorded music or eff ects. Performance does not need the composer to play.
* Judged: Lyrics: 30 points Music: 30 points Presentation: 40 points
* A proportion of travelling and accommodation expenses will be paid up to a set maximum.

Good song, no Manx? Just email to find a translator.

Entry forms/more info:
Email Fiona McArdle or tel: 471543

 

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