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Medics to rock music lovers

It is a common belief and a much bandied general impression that medical doctors are a very serious set of people who are mainly involved in looking after people with illnesses. True enough they perform that ever so immensely important task in society in the sphere of healing the sick and such a mission is by no means to be taken lightly in view of its tremendous significance. Healing the sick is certainly a noble task and many of them are renowned performers as well as experts in their own chosen specialties of the profession.

However, it may come as a surprise to many that several of these medical men and women have other talents. Among these are musical, acting, drama and performing arts aptitudes. There are many extremely gifted performers of real class amongst our medical men and women. In recognition of this the Sri Lanka Medical Association (SLMA) provides an opportunity for these artistic men and women to present their abilities and flair in music, drama and dance at the SLMA Doctors’ Concert held during its Annual International Scientific Congress. It is usually presented on the evening of the second day of the congress proper and this year it will be held at Galadari Hotel on the July 28 from 7pm onwards.

This is a much awaited opportunity for members of the medical profession and their family members to let their hair down and forget medicine for the evening. This year, there will be around 30 performers whose repertoire would include songs, instrumental presentations and skits. In addition there will be a few invited recitals by non-medical virtuosos of international repute who will add a touch of extra class and a sparkling dazzle to the entire event. The final item of the evening would be a harmonised choral presentation by the entire Executive Council of the SLMA depicting the beauty and glamour of our motherland.

This year, renowned musician and Vice-President of the SLMA, Dr. Christo Fernando, together with the two Social Secretaries Dr. Pramilla Senanayake and Dr. Preethi Wijegoonewardene, have produced a musical and drama extravaganza.

The programme consists of a collection of golden oldies, modern pop, stage acts and many other superlative components.

Members of the medical profession, their guests and even members of the general public can register and obtain a free entrance ticket from the Sri Lanka Medical Association at No.6, Wijerama Mawatha, Colombo 7.


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