Alan Pickard Pic: Manx Radio

Manx Radio reports that Alan Pickard, one of the leading figures in Manx Celtic Music has passed away. They say: ‘A Manxman who inspired generations’, is one of the tributes which have been paid to Alan Pickard who has died at the age of 69.

The former Department of Education music adviser passed away at his home in Port St Mary on Saturday.

He leaves a wife, Avril, and a family.

His service to music spanned his whole working life, whether playing, examining or teaching, including roles at Ramsey Grammar School, Gresham’s School in Norfolk, Castle Rushen High School and as a senior lecturer in music at St Martin’s College, Lancaster.

But he is best known for his work during a 17-year spell as head of the Island’s music service.

Close friend and long-time colleague Bernard Osborne says thousands of people will remember Mr Pickard’s charisma and immeasurable contribution to music education in the Isle of Man, and further afield.

You can read this article and hear further related Audio material on the Manx Radio website.

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