Tuesday, March 22, 1960 University Daily Kansan
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By William O. Scott Instructor in English
The great thaw came to Lawrence last night as cellist Leonard Rose performed at University Theatre in the Concert Course series,
Whatever the thermometer may have contributed, Mr. Rose's warmth of tone and interpretation did more. Although the first two pieces, Bach and Haydn, were only a little above freezing in performance, the tone coloring in the Haydn Adagio promised fairer weather ahead.
The Beethoven A Major Sonata is a very considerable work, and Mr. Rose showed that he had given it much consideration. His tone was full and varied and his phrasing always eminently intelligent. The first movement of the sonata is rather meditative, with some passages in the development that sound interestingly like the Beethoven of later years.
THE SCHERZO ALTERNATES in true Beethoven fashion between levity and intensity, and Mr. Rose gave it an admirable crisspress. And in the final Allegro, which is in the grand manner, he displayed his artistry and control most in the precisely right degree of sweetness he allowed the lyrical second theme.
The Sonata No. 2 of Bohuslav Martinu, composed in 1941, should appeal to all lovers of Bartok and should gain some admirers in its own right. Last night's performance presented it at its best.
The first movement is vigorous and tightly organized; the second, lyrical, calls for — and received — the most delicate phrasing from both cellist and pianist. The last movement, with its strong cadences and syncopation, has a straightforward folk quality. The performers built it to a solid climax.
THE "VARIATIONS on a Rococo Theme" are good Tchaikovsky, very ornate and decorous. This surface is occasionally troubled, though, by that serpentine chromatic countermelody that tells us what to expect from the man in later years.
This is a virtuoso piece, but the frills are always in place and enjoyable; occasional "rococo" has its advantages. And Mr. Rose had a chance to show us that he has his technique down pat.
This was a varied and solid program, with much good music in it. We hope for more such weather.
Nelick 'Spanks' Greeks For Grade Competition
By Dan Felger
An English professor "spanked" Greeks last night for creating what he called an atmosphere "where emphasis on scholarship exists for the sole purpose of getting a grade."
"You must reflect a scholarly attitude instead of an attitude which is merely based on obtaining good grades," Prof. Nelick said.
In a panel discussion on what the Greek system means to the University of Kansas, Franklyn C. Nelick, associate professor of English, spoke out against competition for the highest grade point average which exists between Greek houses.
Wrong Emphasis
"You stress emphasis on scholarship for the mere purpose of obtaining a good grade," he berated members of fraternities and sororities.
He said that this attempt was admirable for its goal, but that it fell short of the ideals of scholarship.
Prof. Nelick agreed with the idea that emphasis on scholarship is carried on in Greek houses, in part, as an attempt to erase the picture which was drawn by the fraternity of the 1920's.
"I know that you must stress the grade point average of the house to erase the idea that fraternity life is all games—I guess we'll have to call it a necessary evil." he said.
"Still," he added, "I've always thought the object of the Greek system was to develop leaders. In stressing the grade point so highly, you do disservice to your house."
Prof. Nelick said he thought the moral duty of the student is to get an "A" and not to tell anyone.
"The satisfaction of scholarship is a personal thing." he said.
Scholarship Is Personal
In his talk, the educator lashed out at competition in scholarship. He said that most successful men have become that way by merely doing what they wished to do.
"There are some boys who play football to get the chance to beat Oklahoma, and there are some who play because they love the game. Scholarshin is like that," he said.
"In my classes I don't feel that anyone is competing against anyone else. I base the grades on whether or not the student has learned the material," the professor said.
He said that scholarship begins "when a person wants to get the grade for himself and not for the organization."
Other faculty members were Mrs. Ruth McNair, instructor of biology, and Donald K. Alderson, dean of men.
Representing the Greeks were Lance Johnson, Nebraska City, Neb.; Lydon Bailey, Topea, and Alice Gould, Kansas City, Mo., all seniors.
Official Bulletin
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Naval Reserve Research Co. 8-20. Capt. L. V. Burns, USNR, "Food Supplies for the Future Population." 104 Military Science Building at 7:30.
TODAY
S.A.M. Delco-Remy tour in Olathe.
Basket leave Union at 6:45 p.m. Tour of Barr.
Washington, D.C.
Episcopal Evening Prayer. 9:30 p.m.
Danforth Chapel.
TODAY French Club. 4 p.m. Sound Lab.
The University of Kansas Chorus directed by Clayton H. Krehbiel will participate in the Verdi "Requiem" to be presented March 30 at Hoch Auditorium.
P. Kemenoe of Carnation Company will interview business trainees, accountants, and sales management trainees in 202 Summerfield.
A. Stowell of College Life Insurance Company in 202 Summerfield.
TOMORROW
Archer - Daniels - Midland Company will interview in 202 Summerfield.
Donald Shelldon, Associate Superintendent (Kindergarten through 12th grade) of Stockton, Calif., will interview in the teacher's Anointment Bureau.
Inter- Var声学 Christian Fellowship.
12th Inter- (tribal) Dunforth Chapel
Speaker and Prayer
The "Requiem" will be given by the Kansas City Philharmonic Orchestra.
Episcopal Morning Prayer, 6:45 a.m.
on breakfast, following Gathering. Hours:
10:30 a.m.-7:00 p.m.
Newman Club Daily Mass. 6:30 a.m.
St. John's Church.
Chorus to Sing in 'Requiem' With KC Philharmonic Group
Faculty Forum. Dr. Leslie Waters, Visiting Rose Morgan Professor of Business in the English Room of the Union. He will discuss "A Second Look at the University of Kansas." Phone reservations YY office no later than 5 p.m. Tuesday.
Mathematics Colloquium. 3:50 p.m.
Coffee, 117 Strong. 4:15 p.m., 103 Strong.
Coffee, 117 Strong. 4:15 p.m., 103 Strong.
Frankfurt, Germany, will speak on "The
theorem of Iwasswa and Schmidt."
Also working with the KU Chorus in the production will be a quartet of Metropolitan Opera stars who will carry the solo roles.
Jay Janes. 5 p.m. Pine Room, Union.
Lutheran Gamma Delta Vespers. 5-5:20
Foli Dance Club. 7:30 p.M. Union.
Dancing and Instruction.
They are Madame Herva Nelli, soprano; Martha Lipton, mezzo-soprano; Albert Dosta, tenor; and Nicholas Moscona, basso.
Tickets may be purchased at the Kansas Union, the Music and Dramatic Arts building, Bell's Music Store, or from any member of Mu Phi Epsilon, Sigma Alpha Iota and Phi Mu Alpha.
The "Requiem" was last performed in this area in 1950.
LAST LECTURE SERIES Speaker
DR. ALLEN CRAFTON
Wednesday, March 23 7:30 Jayhawk Room
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Speakers to Vie For Encyclopedia
A set of "Encyclopedia Americana will go to the winner of the 1960 KU Delta Sigma Rho Public Affairs speaking contest.
Entries must be submitted by Monday noon to E. C. Buehler, professor of speech or Wilmer Linkugel, assistant professor of speech, in 116 Strong Hall. The entries must give the name of the speaker and the title of the speech.
Preliminary contests will be March 28 and the finals on March 30.
Thirteen scenes each will be given at 4 p.m. tomorrow; at 3:15 p.m., Monday; and at 3:15 p.m. Wednesday, March 30. The 15-minute scenes will be followed by critique-type discussions.
The contest is essentially a speech of advocacy and should deal with some vital public issue. Its role is similar to a strong editorial in which reasoned discourse predominates.
The central purpose is to stimulate thought rather than stir the emotions.
The speeches should be approximately 10 minutes in length and must not exceed 11 minutes.
Actors' Workshop Presents Excerpts
Actors' Workshop will present 39 scenes from plays during the next two weeks.
You will save money by attending the SUA dance lessons.A regular $30.00 charge for just $2.50.Learn to Cha-Cha and the West Coast Swing.
Register at Student Union Information Booth
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