Neil Taverner wins Cleveland Medal

Breesha Kelsey took the win for the Sheffield Plate

Neil Taverner has taken the top prize at this year's Manx Music Festival. 

The Manx resident says he's been participating in the event for nearly 50 years with his first entry into the competition at the age of 9 with the Ballasalla School Morris Dance Team.

For his performance this year, Neil started with a French opera piece followed by a song by an American composer. 

Manx Radio spoke to him shortly after he collected his award:

Breesha Kelsey took the win for the Sheffield Plate.