Festivals & Competitions

Since the Erin Arts Centre's foundation in 1971, it has received international recognition as home to a number of prestigious events:

Barbirolli International Oboe Festival & Competition

Founded by the late Evelyn Barbirolli in 1993, this is an event of exceptional quality which stands as a lasting memorial to her. The festival, now based in the Erin Arts Centre, has attracted competitors from as far away as Australia, China and the United States.
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Guitarists' Retreat on Mann

A new and unique event in the guitar calendar, under the artistic directorship of Craig Ogden.
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Latour de France International Festival of Music & the Arts

The music festival held in Latour de France, near Perpignan in the south of France, has had close cultural links with the Mananan Festivals since 1993.
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Lionel Tertis International Viola Festival & Competition

Under the guidance of John Bethell, and the current Festival president, Yuri Bashmet, the Lionel Tertis International Viola Festival & Competition has received worldwide acclaim.
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Mananan International Festivals

The International Mananan Festival of Music & the Arts was founded in 1975 and comprise two major annual events.
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Uzerche International Festival of Music & the Arts

An annual music festival held in Uzerche, in the north-west of the Corrèze, France.
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