Norway meets the Isle of Man in musical collaboration

Tue, 25 Nov 2014

Norwegian-Manx Collaboration

Norway and the Isle of Man are on course for a cultural collision in the Island's schools.

The project is being spearheaded by talented Manx and Norwegian musicians and dancers who are looking to celebrate the shared Viking heritage in a creative way.

Organised by Culture Vannin and the Department of Education and Children, performances will take place at Ballakermeen High School, Castle Rushen High School, Bunscoill Rhumsaa and Peel Centenary Centre from next week.

Having attended the Festival Interceltique de Lorient 2014 in Brittany - musician Ruth Keggin says why it's the perfect collaboration: