2022 Competition Postponed

This decision was not taken lightly given our heartfelt wish to make this a most fitting tribute to the late, great Veronica Dunne and to grow the competition in terms of prestige and reputation. This is the legacy that Ronnie wanted to leave to the music world. In the circumstances, the Committee were left with no workable alternative given the foremost requirement to ensure the safety of you, our audience and loyal supporters, our competitors as well as the jury members. With the uncertainty of the pandemic, the rise in case numbers, the public health advice and the latest Government restrictions on all hospitality and cultural events as well as uncertainty over international travel it was decided to take the decision to postpone sooner rather than later.

It has been a tough time for many who have lost loved ones through Covid or other illness and were unable to be with families or loved ones or to mourn their loss. It has also been a difficult time for the Arts, but we are determined to overcome these obstacles and provide opportunities for our young singers who so want to perform in front of a live audience again. We will make an announcement as soon as a clear plan can be arranged.