With Theme ‘Music to Unite’ St Aloysius PUC Students Rocked the Stage at ‘Musical Day 2K19’
Without music, life would be a mistake. Music gives a soul to the universe, wings to the mind, flight to the imagination and life to everything. Music is a language that doesn’t speak in particular words. It speaks in emotions, and if it’s in the bones, it’s in the bones. Music in itself is healing. It’s an explosive expression of humanity. It’s something we are all touched by. No matter what culture we’re from, everyone loves music. Music produces a kind of pleasure which human nature cannot do without. Music is to the soul what words are to the mind. Music is the literature of the heart; it commences where speech ends.
Mangaluru: “Music is the strongest form of magic”- as said by American singer/rocker Marilyn Manson has very effectively cemented this long standing idea through his thought that music has stood undefeated and glorious since time immemorial. Indeed, music can take us to another zone, a zone that is free from the inevitable sadness and trauma that life offers us otherwise. It has the inexplicable power to unite people from all walks of life, regardless of how different a life each person lives. And after all, at the end of the day, it all boils down to music that we can relate to, music that makes us feel a certain way that cannot be put into words, music that goes through the ears but straight to the heart and music that makes us feel like we’ve run from home, without even leaving it. And that, indeed, is magic.
And for that matter, at St Aloysius Pre University College-Mangaluru, every student was given an opportunity to be a part of this magic that they call music, either by producing it or simply by experiencing what is being put in front of them. And today, Saturday, 14 September “Musical Day 2019, was dedicated to let go of everything and drown in the ocean of pure rhythm, beats, melody as budding musicians of St Aloysius PUC “Unleashed The Power of Music” at this mega musical extravaganza on the open-air stage ” Pretorium”, with the theme ‘Music to Unite’. As Aldous Huxley puts it “After silence, that which comes nearest to expressing the inexpressible is music”.
“Next to the word of God, the noble art of music is the greatest treasure in the world”- says Martin Luther King. Every musical note reverberates in the cosmos, creating the tranquility that brings us together step closer to the creator of all Rhythm and Music, and therefore the programme began with invoking God’s blessing through a prayer song rendered by the college students, which was followed by a welcome dance. The dignitaries for the occasion namely the President of the programme-St Aloysius institutions Rector Fr Dionysius Vas SJ; Chief guest Ashish Palanna-the Founder/lead vocalist/Guitarist/ of Band Rhapsody Out Loud (ROL); St Aloysius PUC Principal Fr Clifford Sequeira SJ; Finance Officer Fr Vinod Paul SJ; Vice Principals Ms Charlotte D’souza (Arts & Commerce) and Muralikrishna G M (Science), Ms Rashmi M R-Convener; Rabiyath Aslam-President and Azhaan Ibrahim-the Secretary of College student Council, were escorted by the Conveners
Just like today’s morning which was bright and welcoming, so were the audience filled with the bright passion for music that awaited a warm welcome address delivered by Rabiyath. As Albert Einstein effectively put it, “Try not to become a man of success, but rather try to become a man of value”. The chief guest, Ashish Palanna is an apt example of a man who is not only immensely successful but also a man who holds great value within him. A genius in the field of music, as the Founder/lead vocalist/Guitarist/ of Band Rhapsody Out Loud (ROL) and a passionate singer, and and not to forget, an alumnus of this great institution graced this event with his presence.
Addressing the gathering Ashish advising the students to be focused not only on academics but also in co-curricular activities, including music,and not be too much distracted or influenced by the Social Media and gaming said, ” I feel proud to be an Aloysian, and also proud to be here at my Alma Mater as a chief guest today. I remember playing music on this stage during my college days here, and can’t forget the the fun and frolic we had then. Not just in academics, you should shine in co-curricular activities also. If you have talents hidden inside you, you also need to set a bar to achieve your goal by utilizing your talents and succeed”.
” Set a goal and work on it. Don’t give up if someone criticizes you. Also don’t keep your plans for tomorrow, do it today itself. Do what makes you happy, Do what you are passionate about, and with hard work, dedication and commitment you can achieve your goal. Struggle makes you attain success. Have faith in you, and try..try and you’ll succeed. Life is full of opportunities, and avail it whenever you have a chance. Jealousy and selfishness may curb your upliftment but you should never give up as life is full of opportunity. During my college days at St Aloysius we too had many opportunities to involve ourselves in co-curricular activities, but now you have much better opportunities and facilities than we had. Grab all the opportunities you can get, and succeed in your mission” added Ashish.
Also speaking during the occasion, Fr Clifford Sequeira SJ, the Principal of St Aloysius PU College applauded the efforts of students for their accomplishments in various areas and said that the campus has given a platform to grow and also said that the musicians are messengers who promote diversity. He further said, ” Students you need to develop soft skills and values and thus become men and women for and with others. Just being smart in academics getting high grades will not be helpful while you go looking for a job- you need to be smart with co-curricular activities.. St Aloysius PUC stage has provided a platform to unleash your talents- so unleash your talents, and show the world your geniuses. This event has brought unity between all of us through music. I am proud that our students have shined well in academics, so also in sports and co-curricular events”
” We should all know that Music connects people, it carries a message and the musicians are the messengers. Aloysians connect with each other without any barriers or differences. We are all one as a Aloysian family. Students should not get addicted too much towards social media, or games like Blue Whale etc etc. When you involve yourself too much in social media, then problems arise. India is a diverse, cultural and traditional oriented nation- and we should give respect. You should not only concentrate on academics, but also take part in sports and co-curricular activities, learn communication and soft skills, then only you’ll be great persons and able to face the world without any difficulties.” added Fr Sequeira Sj.
In his presidential remarks, Rector of St Aloysius Institutions, Fr Dionysius Vaz SJ said, “Yes truly, messages rendered through music will connect us together. Today I see all of you attired in colorful outfits, and ready to vibrate to the music, in the same way you need to vibrate to other issues and activities. Music is food for the soul. When all the notes come together, there is symphony and rhythm and this vibration should bring together all culture, religion and languages and make us united as one Nation. Music is the language of the spirit. It opens the secret of life bringing peace, abolishing strife- and will help dissolve your perplexities and purify your character and sensibilities, and in time of care and sorrow, will keep a fountain of joy alive in you. Music unites people, and it is an incredible force. Something that people who differ on everything and anything else can have in common. Have fun during this musical extravaganza”
On the occasion the Rector along with other dignitaries launched the “St Aloysius PUC United Nations” where a programme named “SAPMUN 2019 ( St Aloysius PUC Model Unite Nations) will take place on November 1-3 this year. The vote of thanks was proposed by Miss Simona Fernandes-Jt secretary of Students Council, and the formal function was compered by Joswin Pinto. Musical Day kicked off with a rocking performance by Ashish Palanna, to a number “Treat You Better ” by Shawn Mendes, which the student crowd also joined singing along with Ashish.
Today the St Aloysius PUC campus was charged with not just music but also the excitement of every Aloysians who witnessed the BIGGEST Musical Extravaganza of the year. Kudos also to the other conveners namely- RMs Rashmi M R, Ms Asumptha Vinitha Crasta, Ms Frenita Serrao, Sanjeeth Rodrigues, Ms Velita S Lobo, Ms Shwetha Sadashiva, Ms Meghana R Saldanha, and Ms Neha S Suares who made this event possible. The PUC students staging this vibrant musical show mesmerized the crowd to feel the vibes of music. These Young Guys Simply Rocked!