Press release

ESB FEIS CEOIL 2010 - 15TH to 26TH MARCH

ESB Feis Ceoil 2010 - now in its 114th year – began today (Monday, 15th March) in the RDS, Dublin. Two thousand musicians and singers from all over Ireland will take part in over 180 competitions during the next fortnight.

This is ESB's second consecutive year as sponsor of Feis Ceoil and the Company's Chief Executive, Padraig McManus, said it is vital that support for Irish culture and the arts remain strong, even in recessionary times.

"In addition to providing enormous enjoyment to the participants and their audiences, Feis Ceoil has been the launching pad for many successful careers throughout the decades and its enduring success is an eloquent indication of the depth of musical talent and aptitude that we have for culture and the arts in Ireland", he said.

"The primary focus of all ESB's sponsorship is support for community, youth and culture. We are particularly pleased to have Feis Ceoil rank alongside ESB's support for the GAA Minor Hurling and Football Championships as well as Girl's and Women's Hockey. Young people carry the future of our society and their involvement in culture, sport and their own communities must be encouraged and valued", Mr McManus added.

Dr. Veronica Dunne, the doyenne of the Irish classical music scene, stressed the significance of Feis Ceoil in advancing the musical careers of so many young Irish people throughout the decades.

ESB Feis Ceoil continues from March 15th to March 26th at the RDS, Merrion Road; St. Mary's Church, Donnybrook, and St. Bartholomew's Church, Clyde Road, Ballsbridge.

Competitions comprise all musical disciplines from Piano to Strings, Vocal to Brass, Choral to Chamber music. 32 Choirs will be competing for the title of "ESB Feis Ceoil School Choir of the Year".

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