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Culture Vannin releases musical celebration of Manx women to mark International Women's Day

Isla Callister composition published online

Today is International Women's Day.

To celebrate, Culture Vannin has released a musical celebration of courageous Manx women online.

First performed at the Yn Chruinnaght Celtic Gathering in July last year, ‘Creeaght’ is a full-length traditional music composition by Isla Callister, which celebrates the role women have played in Manx history.

She says the contributions of women are sometimes overlooked:

You can hear the full interview with Isla on Manx Radio's Live Lounge programme with Christy DeHaven, this Saturday from 5pm

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