Classical Notes: Battle of the magnificent seven

There were no baddies in sombreros here, only heroes, as seven Leaving Certificate students battled it out to become the champion for 2017 in the Frank Maher Classical Music Awards

Killian White, winner of the Frank Maher Classical Music Awards Pic: Peter Houlihan

‘What a magnificent seven,” quipped the lady beside me as the final contestant in the Frank Maher Classical Music Awards finished her cello piece and the overall contest in thrilling fashion. But there were no baddies in sombreros here, only heroes, as seven Leaving Certificate students battled it out to become the champion for 2017.

This inspiring event was held in the elegant chamber rooms of the College of Physicians in Kildare Street, ...