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Musical groups to perform piece examining 'horrors of war' an annual concert

Picture credit: Isle of Man Choral Society

Choral Society and Symphony Orchestra team up for performance later this month

Two of the Island's musical groups are coming together to perform a piece that 'doesn't shy away from the horrors of war'.

The Isle of Man Choral Society and Isle of Man Symphony Orchestra will perform Karl Jenkins' 'The Armed Man' as part of their annual spring concert, which this year is entitled 'Better is Peace'.

It takes place at the Villa Marina on 29 March at 3pm. You can find out more and book tickets HERE.

Choir Director Mandy Griffin admits the piece can divide opinion, but says she finds it 'extraordinarily moving':

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