Another cultural icon passes on
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Contact: Claudia Monlouis
Wednesday 6 October 2010 – The artistic and cultural community of Saint Lucia, still reeling from the loss of several of its activists, has once again received the sad news of the passing of Music Specialist in the Ministry of Education and Culture, Mrs. Petronilla Deterville.
Executive Director of the Cultural Development Foundation, Kennedy 'Boots' Samuel, in paying tribute to Mrs. Deterville, said her loss is a major setback, particularly in regard to the projects in which she was directly engaged.
“Once again our cultural family and our national community has been rocked by the news of the passing of another creative and influential cultural leader in Saint Lucia Mrs. Petronilla Deterville. It is another serious blow to our communities and our people.”
Mr. Samuel also expressed sympathy to the Cecilian Rays at the loss of the founder and director of the outstanding Anse La Raye chorale. He said Mrs. Petronilla Deterville provided dynamic leadership to the choir which earned distinction for its sweet renditions of folk music.
“I think in particular it is a very serious body blow for the community of Anse La Raye and its rich musical tradition. It is one of the most culturally rich musical communities in Saint Lucia and the community of Anse La Raye is known for its musical heritage. Mrs. Deterville's presence in that community was like a medium for the passing on of the traditions across the generations.”
Meanwhile, the Folk Research Centre is also expressing sadness at the passing of Mrs. Deterville. Information Manager at the FRC, Mr. John Robert Lee, described her as a cultural heroine.
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