The Isle of Man Choral Society and the Isle of Man Symphony Orchestra are once again joining forces for a gala concert at the Villa Marina.

A choir of over 130 singers and a large orchestra will perform Mendelssohn's work 'Elijah'.

Soloists will be Karen Elliot (soprano), Mandy Griffin (contralto), Declan Kelly (tenor) and Graham Crowe (baritone).

The event, which takes place at 7.30pm on Sunday 25th March, will be attended by His Excellency the Lieutenant Governor (pictured) and his wife, and the founder and president of the choir, Alan Pickard.

Proceeds from the evening will be go to Crossroads Caring for Carers (Isle of Man).