THE "PROMS" CONCERTS
Sir-As an ardent music lover, I would like to express my appreciation of the excellent series of "Proms" concerts which were presented herein Wellington. The programmes, although a trifle hackaeyed, were well balanced, and no one should have cause to complain that they did not hear at least one of their favourite works. The performances, did the National Orchestra great credit; and in some instances were equal to all but the very best I have heard from orchestras in England. The undoubted success of this venture should encourage’ greater efforts. Perhaps, in the next series, we would look forward to hearing Mr. Bowles conduct a Beethoven or even a Sibelius symphony? One thing, however, a is me.. Why are Wellington audiences so conservative in their applause? Two performances, and in particular Vincent Aspey’s superb treatment of the Bruch concerto, merited much more praise than they received. When we are privileged to hear performances which are well-nigh ~ perfect, it.is only fair to the artists that we should give our praise unstintingly. At the next series, how fine it would be if an atmosphere reminiscent of the Royal Albert Hall could be created, even at the risk of making ax-Londen promenaders feel nostalgic. \ mS
D.
ARMITAGE
(Wellington).
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New Zealand Listener, Volume 26, Issue 663, 21 March 1952, Page 5
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208THE "PROMS" CONCERTS New Zealand Listener, Volume 26, Issue 663, 21 March 1952, Page 5
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