NOW THE SINGERS
Sir,-Musical interest has been greatly stimulated of late by the presence in our midst of several visiting artists. On the instrumental side the Boyd Neel combination has contributed greatly in this direction, also the fine performances of our own National Orchestra, which now, rightly, occupies an important place in our musical life. Development of the vocal side of music should, however, be equally encouraged to provide artistic
balance in the realm of musical art generally. Several notable choirs from overseas have visited us in the past, adding much to our musical education, and only recently Auckland received a visit from the Schola Cantorum of Wellington. It is pleasing to know that the vocal talent in our country is quite on.a par with the instrumental side, but it deserves similar recognition. In each of our main cities an attempt should now be. made to form a first-class choir of professional standard. Such combinations, in addition to their own presentations, could unite on occasions in collaboration with our National Orchestra. The cultural aspect of singing must not be overlooked. Only a few can achieve virtuosity, but the majority of singers can be trained to produce excellent team-work. Let us then recognise the value of all types of music which contribute artistry and culture to the com-
munity.
ALBERT G.
TAYLOR
(Birkenhead).
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New Zealand Listener, Volume 17, Issue 427, 29 August 1947, Page 19
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222NOW THE SINGERS New Zealand Listener, Volume 17, Issue 427, 29 August 1947, Page 19
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