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Manx musician overwhelmed at winning BBC competition

Mera reacts to Young Folk Award

Harpist Mera Royle says she's 'completely overwhelmed' after winning at last night's BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards.

The 18-year-old student scooped the Young Folk Award at Belfast's Waterfront Concert Hall.

Meanwhile, fellow group Alaw were nominated for Best Traditional Track, while Imar picked up the Horizon Award.

Mera told Manx Radio she was not expecting a win.

 

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