To the Editor of the "Norru-Ciina Dairy News"
Sit—Prompted by the fact that in recent concerts, there has been 4 conspicuous absence of such pieces stated in my letter of April 1 1 made the suggestion that future concerts should include oftener popular music, and by pursuing such a course, I feel sure that the Municipal Orchestra would meet with greater success than enjoyed at the present time.
In voicing my opinion I think that such sarcasm, on the part of your correspondent L.B. was unwarranted.
Judging by his letter, I feel inclined to believe that L.B. belongs to the type of person who appreciates only heavy classical music, but unfortunately such people represent a small percentage of concertgoers. It will be readily agreed that the Municipal Orchestra depends to a certain extent upon the support of the public, and should the orchestra only play for the benefit of those who enjoy heavy classical music, such a procedure would not establish the orchestra as a permanent cultural asset.
The taxpayers, who contribute indirectly towards the maintenance of the Municipal Orchestra, are within their rights to suggest music which would appeal to the public, the adoption of which would serve to popularize the attendance at the concerts, Bearing this Important factor in mind, the Conductor, I hope, would adjust the programme in order that every. member of the audience, be he master musician or simply musically inclined, business executive or ordinary clerk, will enjoy and find relief in patronizing the concerts and forget the business worries, prevailing at the present time, whilst listening to music which has been arranged to meet the demands of everyone.
I remember on the occasion of Schubert's centenary, Maestro Paci
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