The Manx Youth Orchestra is setting of on a week long tour of the Netherlands on Monday.
A group of 48 musicians aged 13 to 22 will perform three concerts and enjoy visits to various attractions such as Anne Frank's house.
The concert venues include two churches and the Mondriaan centre in Heerlen.
The orchestra is being led by Maggie Richardson, head of the Department of Education and Children's music service.
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