One of the highlights of the Island’s cultural scene gets underway today (Friday, April 24th).
The 123rd Manx Music Festival, known as the Guild, takes place at the Villa Marina, with around two thousand competitors eager to impress judges with their talents.
Manx Radio’s Judith Ley, who’ll be covering the festival, says the event is a unique one which continues to grow and diversify.
She says the event is as friendly as it is a competitive:
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