Artists have the power to stand up for truth, says Edinburgh festival director
by Severin Carrell Scotland editor from World news | The Guardian on (#6VWZ9)
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Musicians and artists should challenge disinformation and cynicism in global politics by standing up for fundamental truths, the violinist Nicola Benedetti has said.
Benedetti, the director of the Edinburgh international festival, said the arts played an essential role during periods of turmoil by showing the best of human achievement.
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