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Salient. An Organ of Student Opinion at Victoria College, Wellington, N.Z. Vol. 1, No. 20 September 20, 1938

A Call to Action

A Call to Action.

"Saritza" makes a plea to all students [unclear: for a virlle awakening to the glorious] possibilities of this scheme. The initial beginning In a musical endeavor of this nature must be made In the right direction, and so he offers this suggestion of a musical festival gathering or pilgrimage, sponsored by N.Z.U.S.A. Not only would it be an attraction for the [unclear: Centenaury] but would before New Zealand University students before the notice of the people of New Zealand and also visitors from abroad. Such a festival, to be organised with due care by the students themselves, provides a wonderful opportunity for the University to participate in Centennial celebrations in a truly active and interesting manner. The idea Is rich in possibilities. e.g., during the festival, which could continue for four nights and three days, or even a wood, the following might be Included:—
(a)Recitals by students—presentation of a lyric drama or musical show composed and arranged by students—or recitals by a large student choir or orchestra.
(b)"Guest artists" to be invited—such outstanding personalities as Kipnis. Tibbett, R. Crooks. B. Gigli, A. Cortot.
(c)Student choir from Australian Universities.

The festival to be divided into various suitable sections such as choral, symphonic. [unclear: onatic] sacred and works of modern composers. A separate committee to be responsible for organizing and arranging the programme for each particular section.