Musicians lend notes to Quebec tuition protest
Students argue hikes will equate to decline in culture
The Canadian Press
Posted: Mar 17, 2012 11:48 AM ET
Last Updated: Mar 17, 2012 3:01 PM ET
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More than 175 artists are expected to take the stage at the L'Astral concert hall during the protest. (Radio-Canada)A musical marathon is underway in Montreal to support students contesting post-secondary tuition hikes.
The showcase that began at 8 p.m. Friday night is organized by the Mouvement de mobilisation des etudiants en musique, an activist group for music students.
More than 175 artists, including the political humour group Les Zapartistes, are expected to take the stage until midnight Saturday at the L'Astral concert hall.
The event marks a new approach to win public support for the students' cause outside of the standard marches and demonstrations.
The music students argue that tuition hikes of $1,625 over five years in Quebec will limit access to education, causing a decline in culture.
They stress having a degree in music – or in any of the arts – in no way guarantees a lucrative position.
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