We are delighted to formally announce this year's Young Artist, who will be following in the footsteps of some amazing singers.

OTC's Young Associate Artists Programme - the only professional development programme for young singers in the Republic of Ireland - is proud of the success of its alumni, including last year's graduates - you can read an interview with two of 2011's Young Artists here, to give you a flavour of what the programme means to the participants.

We look forward to getting to know Grace Bermingham, Anna Brady, Jennifer Davis, Fearghal Curtis, Patrick Hyland and Padraic Rowan better as the year progresses, building on their strengths and bringing their talent to fruition.