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Musical Courier 1893-06-07: Vol 26 Iss 692, 1893
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1tenor of the Bloomingdale Reformed Church, Boulevard and Sixty-eighth street. Mr. Bauer came to Gotham last January, and has been the second tenor in the choir of St. Bartholomew's Church ever since. His voice is a useful one—pure, strong, well placed and sympathetic.
3David G. Henderson, the jolly tenor of the First Presbyterian Church, will summer at his old home in Norwich, Conn.
5Miss Bessie Bonsall, the contralto, left last Friday for her home in Toronto, Canada, where she will remain during the summer. She will begin her season with the Ovile Musin Concert Company in October.
7Miss Myrta French, a charming soprano, who formerly studied with F. E. Bristol and George Sweet, arrived from Europe on Monday of last week. She has had two years of unremitting study under Sbriglia in Paris, and recently made a most successful début in that city, which was warmly praised by the local critics. Miss French will be heard frequently next season, not only in Gotham but in many of the large cities of the United States.
9Gilbert K. Harroun, Jr., tenor of Sumner Salter's choir, and Mrs. Harroun, will summer at White Lake, Sullivan County, N. Y., and afterward spend a fortnight at Manhattan Beach.
11S. Fischer Miller, solo tenor of the Fifth Avenue Baptist Church, and Mrs. Miller will go to Chicago on June 19, for a three weeks' visit at the World's Fair. While in Chicago they will be the guests of Mr. Miller's brother, who has a beautiful home at Englewood, in the suburbs. Returning, they will spend the remainder of the summer at their own cottage in South Orange, N. J.
13ADDISON F. ANDREWS.
15Marcella Lindh.
17MISS MARCELLA LINDH, a young and since her short American career a most successful singer, is an American by birth, of Spanish descent. Her musical education was given her in Germany, Mrs. Dr. Levysohn, of Berlin, being her voice cultivator. After the necessary studies with Mrs. Levysohn, who is to-day the most prominent of vocal teachers in Germany, she made her début in opera as "Suzanne," in "Le Nozze di Figaro," at Kroll's Opera House in Berlin. Her successful appearance there led her to many an engagement in other German cities.
19Her chief rôles are: "Gilda" ("Rigoletto"), "Rosina" ("Barber of Seville"), "La Sonnambula," "Daughter of the Regiment," "Dinorah," "Margarethe," "Martha," "The Queen" ("Huguenots"), "Trovatore," "Lucia," "Fra Diavolo," "Zerlina" ("Don Giovanni"), "The Queen of the Night" in "Magic Flute," and "Carmen."
21Miss Lindh's success here in America dates since her first appearance with Sousa's New Marine Band, in which Galassi and she were the soloists during their three months' tour last fall. She appeared in cities like New York, Philadelphia, Chicago, Boston, Washington, Buffalo, Detroit, &c., in all of which places she was most enthusiastically received by her audiences and highly complimented by her critics. The same success also attended her efforts during her late operatic engagement in Boston.
23Miss Lindh is to-day classed as a gifted representative of lyric singing. She has a most prepossessing appearance, and is extremely versatile.
25The best evidence of the high opinion in which Miss Marcella Lindh's musical abilities are held by competent critics is afforded by the following excerpts from the most prominent American journals:
27Marcella Lindh displayed her well cultivated voice in the roulades of the famous aria from "Lucia." She sang brilliantly and at the close took the E flat in alt with ease.—New York "Recorder."
29Miss Lindh sang brilliantly and with much taste an aria from "Lucia."—New York "Herald."
31Marcella Lindh sang an aria from "Lucia" in a manner that completely captivated the audience and kept her before the footlights during three encores. The young soprano has a voice of great compass, subtleness and cultivation.—New York "Advertiser."
33Marcella Lindh sang a scene and aria from "Lucia." She has a pure soprano voice, of extended compass and sympathetic quality. Her vocalization was clear, and the runs even and smooth. The flexibility of her voice is unusual, and her singing shows a thorough school.—The Chicago "Times."
35Miss Lindh has a high soprano voice, o wide range, purity and flexibility. The exquisite mad scene from "Lucia" was superbly rendered.—Chicago "Tribune."
37Miss Lindh is a soloist of unusual excellence.—Chicago "Globe."
39Miss Lindh has a sweet, well cultivated voice. She sang Donizetti's brilliant aria from "Lucia," which has served a medium for every soprano the world has ever had, with great skill. The execution of the florid trills and runs brought enthusiastic applause, which interrupted her number. For an encore she gave "Bobolink," in which her distinct phraseology was most marked.—Chicago "Evening News."
41Miss Lindh came on the stage almost unknown in this city, but the first note of her clear voice won attention. The tones are pure and ringing, like a flute with bell-like quality, and her execution is superb. For flexibility and range she is remarkable. Her selections were calculated to show her voice to best advantage, being the mad scene from "Lucia" and Bischoff's "Bobolink" song, the latter in response to an encore. She took E flat in alt with ease, and won enthusiastic applause.—Washington "Post."
43The soloists were Galassi and Marcella Lindh, to whom more than a passing word of praise is due. Miss Lindh is one of the most thoroughly excellent and cultured singers ever heard in Rochester. Her execution is dainty, accurate and well nigh perfect in technic. Her management of tone is superb, especially in control of the extreme upper register. Her voice is pure in quality, her phrasing that of a trained artist and her dramatic power is strong. To listen to her is in many respects an education for aspiring young vocalists. Miss Lindh was received with tumultuous applause and fully deserved the admiration so freely bestowed upon her.—Rochester "Democrat and Chronicle."
45Miss Lindh's "Lucia" captivated the audience at Music Hall. She has an extremely sweet voice and one of great possibilities.—Boston "Daily Advertiser."
47Miss Lindh has a most beautiful voice, free and full. Her singing of the "Bobolink" encore song was delightful from the purity of her enunciation.—Boston "Home Journal."
49Miss Lindh was heard again with pleasure. This little lady has a wonderfully well trained voice and she knows how to get the best effects from it. She sang a florid aria from "La Sonnambula" most brilliantly and won enthusiastic plaudits as her reward.—Boston "Daily Globe."
51The coloratura work of Miss Lindh in the mad scene from "Lucia," was extremely artistic. The singer has a very high soprano voice of good timbre and an excellent method.—Philadelphia "Press."
53Miss Lindh's voice is especially clear, flexible and telling in the upper register, and its cultivation was attested by the apparent ease with which she overcame the technical difficulties of the aria.—Philadelphia "Ledger."
55Miss Marcella Lindh, who appeared as "Maritana" May 17 with Hinrichs' Grand Opera Company for the first time on the New York operatic stage, made a decided hit. She proved to be not only a fine singer but also a very clever actress.
57Miss Lindh was engaged for the grand music festival in Louisville, where she sang on May 24, 25 and 26. An excellent likeness of her appears on the front page of this issue of THE MUSICAL COURIER.
59Cleveland Correspondence
60CLEVELAND, Ohio, May 15, 1893.
62SEVERAL of Cleveland's leading musical people who have had charge of the music for the dedicatory exercises of the new Epworth Memorial Church are now congratulating themselves on the brilliant success of a rather doubtful experiment they tried in endeavoring to get up something novel for the opening concert. The basis of the concert was to be the dedication of the magnificent new organ by Prof. I. V. Flagler, of Auburn, N. Y. But to provide a drawing card in the way of vocal assistance they were prompted by the popularity of Master Cyril Tyler's concerts here to engage the best boy soprano they could find in the country aside from Tyler. Their search ended in the selection of young Tyler's successor as soloist of the famous Grace Church Choir, of Detroit, a ten year old boy named Francis Holderness. one of two readings
63SEVERAL of Cleveland's leading musical people who have had charge of the music for the dedicatory exercises of the new Epworth Memorial Church are now congratulating themselves on the brilliant success of a rather doubtful experiment they tried in endeavoring to get up something novel for the opening concert. The basis of the concert was to be the dedication of the magnificent new organ by Prof. L. V. Flagler, of Auburn, N. Y. But to provide a drawing card in the way of vocal assistance they were prompted by the popularity of Master Cyril Tyler's concerts here to engage the best boy soprano they could find in the country aside from Tyler. Their search ended in the selection of young Tyler's successor as soloist of the famous Grace Church Choir, of Detroit, a ten year old boy named Francis Holderness. one of two readings
65Master Holderness had been already singing as soloist in different choirs two years and had always been popular in Detroit. He had not sung outside of that city, however, and no one knew how he would sing before so many strange faces. On account of his age and obscurity not much was expected of him. But before he was half way through Ganz's "Sing, Sweet Bird," and was getting over his nervousness, the audience began to warm toward him, and when he finished the difficult passages toward the end of the song and ended by making the auditorium ring with a strong and clear high C, the critical audience of 1,300 people showed unmistakable signs of enthusiastic approval. Flowers intended for some one else were showered upon him and he was recalled. He sang as encore Hope Temple's "Tis all That I Can Say," which showed a rich, mellow voice in the middle register. His next number was a double one, comprising Cherubini's "Ave Maria" and Händel's "Angels Ever Bright and Fair." He sang these in cassock and surplice, and the effect was very pleasing. His rendering of Händel's great song was a genuine surprise. The little fellow seemed to put his whole soul into it. These numbers were as well received as the first. The music committee feel that they have made a discovery in bringing out a boy soprano who will some day be famous. He will appear in this city again in the fall.
67Felicia Kaschoska Sails—Felicia Kaschoska sailed on Saturday for Buda-Pest, whither she goes to fill an engagement at the Royal Opera House under Mr. Arthur Nikisch.
69Walter Emerson.—Boston, June 2.—Walter Emerson, the cornet player, died suddenly last evening at the home of his parents in the Hotel Edinburgh, No. 261 Columbus avenue. The cause of death was acute peritonitis. He was born in New Bedford, March 19, 1856. He was the only son of George and Sarah Emerson. After graduating from the Melrose High School, he entered a commercial college in Boston, and finally became interested in the leather business with his father. At the age of seventeen he began to play the cornet, and soon acquired such skill that at the age of twenty-one he went to Europe with Gilmore as solo cornetist. Since 1878 he had traveled extensively throughout Europe and the United States. For several seasons he delighted the throngs that frequented Nantasket Beach during the summer months. His last public appearance in this city was at the Elks' benefit. He was the manager of the Emerson Concert Company.—"Tribune."
71Barber's Farewell Recital.—Prof. Wm. Barber gave a farewell recital in the hall of the Crouse Memorial College at Syracuse, N. Y., last Wednesday afternoon, in an artistic program comprising selections by Händel, Beethoven, Wagner-Liszt, Chopin, Schütt, Grieg, H. Scholtz, Schumann-Liszt, Stavenhagen, Mendelssohn, Lassen-Liszt and Liszt.
73Arthur Friedheim's Orchestra.—Mr. Arthur Friedheim contemplates giving a series of orchestral concerts in this city with a large orchestra. Particulars will be announced later.
75Mr. Hammond's Closing Recitals.—The pupils of Mr. B. T. Hammond, of Worcester, Mass., were heard in four closing recitals on the evenings of May 16, 25, 26 and 31, when well chosen programs were effectively given.
77Philadelphia Graduates.—The commencement concert of the Philadelphia Musical Academy was held in Musical Fund Hall, May 27.
79The Misses Stankowitch's Musicals.—The Misses Stankowitch gave a musical at the New Century Drawing Rooms, Philadelphia, Monday evening of last week. They were assisted by Mr. Frederick Voelker and others in a very attractive program.
81Bessie V. Jerome.—Miss Bessie V. Jerome was the piano soloist at the commencement exercises of the Minerva (Ohio) High School last Friday evening, and made a brilliant success.
83Emil Liebling at Cairo.—Mr. Emil Liebling gave a piano recital at Cairo, Ill., on May 27, under the auspices of the Chautauqua Musical Society, of that place.
85Omaha Opera Festival School.—The Opera Festival School, at Omaha, Neb., intended as a training school for the opera chorus of the Omaha Music Festival, has been incorporated with a capital stock of $10,000. The following are the officers and directors:
86Officers.—C. C. Tennant Clary, president; Hon. George P. Bemis, first vice-president; Mrs. Ella W. Peattie, second vice-president; Max Meyer, treasurer; Max Maretzek, musical director. one of two readings
87Officers.—C. C. Tennant Clary, president; Hon. George P. Bemis, first vice-president; Mrs. Ella W. Peattie, second vice-president; Max Meyer, treasurer; Max Mareetzek, musical director. one of two readings
88Executive Committee.—C. C. Tennant Clary, Mrs. T. L. Kimball, Mr. Max Meyer, Hon. George P. Bemis, Mr. C. F. Goodman.
89Board of Directors.—Mrs. T. L. Kimball, C. C. Tennant Clary, W. J. Connell, Rev. Dr. Jos. T. Duryea, Judge J. M. Woolworth, F. P. Kirkendall, Max Meyer, Edward Rosewater, J. R. Buchanan, Mrs. Ella W. Peattie, Hon. Geo. P. Bemis, N. M. Hubbard, Jr., Rev. Newton Mann, Thomas Kilpatrick, C. F. Goodman, Clement Chase, Dr. O. S. Wood.
91Music on Wheels.—"In Fifth avenue, this morning," said a promenader, "I heard a hand organ playing 'Daddy Wouldn't Buy Me a Bow-Wow.' It was one of those big hand organs that are carried about on wheels, and it had a large, loud voice. When it played that part of the chorus which says, 'I've got a little cat,' it didn't seem possible that it could mean a little cat. It seemed as though the cat referred to in tones so loud must be at least as big as a tiger; and when it roared out, 'I'd rather have a bow-wow, wow, wow, wow,' you expected to see come bounding down the avenue a St. Bernard of the largest size, covering a block at a bound, and to see all the people on the sidewalks climb the stoops of the houses to get out of the way as he loped past. It was comforting to hear the big organ whooping defiance of everything conventional; its music was a respite from all the cares of life."—"Sun." one of two readings
92Music on Wheels.—"In Fifth avenue, this morning," said a promenader, "I heard a hand organ playing 'Daddy Wouldn't Buy Me a Bow-Wow.' It was one of those big hand organs that are carried about on wheels, and it had a large, loud voice. When it played that part of the chorus which says, 'I've got a little cat,' it didn't seem possible that it could mean a little cat. It seemed as though the cat referred to in tones so loud must be at least as big as a tiger; and when it roared out, 'I'd rather have a bow-wow, wow, wow, wow, wow,' you expected to see come bounding down the avenue a St. Bernard of the largest size, covering a block at a bound, and to see all the people on the sidewalks climb the stoops of the houses to get out of the way as he loped past. It was comforting to hear the big organ whooping defiance of everything conventional; its music was a respite from all the cares of life."—"Sun." one of two readings
94A CREMONA 'CELLO FOR SALE.—A genuine Lan-dolphi violoncello, with original varnish splendidly preserved; satisfactory proof of its character; tone beautiful. Address H. M. Chase, Syracuse, N. Y. one of two readings
95A CREMONA 'CELLO FOR SALE.—A genuine Landoni violoncello, with original varnish splendidly preserved; satisfactory proof of its character; tone beautiful. Address H. M. Chase, Syracuse, N. Y. one of two readings
97VOCALIST WANTS POSITION.—A contralto, cultivated voice, well-known New York church and concert singer, desires a position in a concert company. Address T. T., care of THE MUSICAL COURIER, 19 Union square.
99FOR SALE OR RENT from June, '93, for a term of years, a very successful conservatory of music established fifteen years ago in one of the most healthy and growing large cities of the West, and fully equipped with pianos, library, furniture, &c. Proprietor being called to Europe for important business. A splendid field for a musician (specialist) or chorus and orchestra director. Only responsible parties need to apply immediately. L. G. Gorton, 94 Pitcher street, Detroit, Mich.
101MRS. SOPHIE MENTER, the world renowned pianist, will spend the coming summer at her residence, Schloss Itter, Tyrol, Austria, and is willing to accept a limited number of pupils from June to October. There is a good boarding house at Itter and three hotels at Hopfgarten, where good board at reasonable prices can be had. Address Mrs. Sophie Menter, Itter, Tyrol Austria.
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