MUSIC IN AUCKLAND.

New Zealand Herald, Volume LXV, Issue 20084, 23 October 1928, Page 12

MUSIC IN AUCKLAND.

Sir, —As a representative of two of our leading musical societies, may I say how interested 1 was in your interview with Mr. E. J. Gravestock, the well-known entrepreneur, in Saturday's Herald. There is much food for thought in it for local musicians who are trying to maintain a good standard of music in Auckland. Some of Mr. Gravesiook's suggestions arc worthy ot serious consideration, particularly the formation of a New Zealand Conservatorium of Music. In the meantime, we are largely dependent on visiting artists for exposition of the highest classes of music. Mr. Gravestock suggests that if better support for visiting stars is not forthcoming these visits may be fewer. Which leads to my craving permission to say a few wortis in appreciation of the brilliant pianist, Shura Cherkussky, whom it was my great privilege to hear on Saturday night. Athough he is only a boy of 16, I would not hesitate to class him with the most matured pianists who have visited these shores. Technique, clarity of tone, interpretation, power, and ali the requirements of the perfect artist are his. C. B. Plum.mer, Chairman Auckland Choral Society.