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Musical Courier 1898-01-19: Vol 36 Iss 933, 1898
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1has concluded negotiations, and that the Banda Rossa will henceforth be in his charge. As Mr. Pelham has the reputation of being a successful manager, it is to be hoped that the Italian visitors have seen the last of their woes.
3Miss Jeannette Durno announces a recital for Thursday, January 20. Mr. Robert Stevens makes his formal concert entree Tuesday, January 25. The Chicago orchestra assists him. He will play Henselt and Schumann Concertos.
5Catherine Hall, the charming young violinist, fulfils an important engagement at Detroit next Tuesday. Although two well-known artists were spoken of in reference to this event, Miss Hall's work has been so well regarded that she was engaged. one of two readings
6Catherine Hall, the charming young violinist, fulfills an important engagement at Detroit next Tuesday. Although two well-known artists were spoken of in reference to this event, Miss Hall's work has been so well regarded that she was engaged. one of two readings
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10In the cause of charity next Monday, Nordica, Ysaye, Plançon and the Thomas orchestra will be heard at the Auditorium. The occasion promises to be one of extreme interest, as it is rarely such a trio of artists are associated on one program, at least in this city. The list of patronesses is large and a fine attendance is expected.
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14An even bigger crowd than usual attended the Saturday afternoon entertainment of the Chicago Musical College to-day. The attraction was the lecture given by William Armstrong, "Impressions of Contemporary Music and Musicians in England." It was preceded by a charming program of English music, interpreted by Walter Knüpfer, Felix Borowski, Franz Proschowski and John Ortengren. With the exception of Mr. Proschowski, who may be said to be a protégé of Nordica's, and whose voice is of remarkable quality and power, all the assisting artists are gifted members of Dr. Ziegfeld's fine faculty. Therefore, it follows that the interpretation of the program was of a high standard. Borowski's two compositions were exceptionally well received, and his performance in the Macärren violin and piano sonata, with Walter Knüpfer, the pianist, showed him to be a violinist of scholarly attainment.
16Mr. Armstrong's lecture is the best of its kind to which I have listened. It at once attracts and interests. In his chatty, conversational way he made us acquainted with the English composers and their works. With here and there a touch of humor, anecdote enlivening the discourse, now and again a note of sadness, William Armstrong succeeded where so many lecturers fail—in maintaining interest from beginning to end. Himself an American of extreme patriotism, he could yet unflatteringly show the weaknesses of the American people. He pointed out the fickleness of the American as contrasted with the steadfastness and loyalty of the English people. Mr. Armstrong paid great tributes to the unswerving fidelity of our English cousins, saying that it was this same loyalty which acted as an incentive for the artist to try and attain greatness, as once let an artist establish himself in the esteem of the English people, that esteem was his for always, while here it was but the duration of a season or two.
18The lecturer also spoke of the pride and patriotism which the English have in their own composers, clearly shown by the placing in every program at all the principal concerts (such as the Philharmonic) of compositions by native composers. "This," said Mr. Armstrong, "is distinctly the opposite course to that pursued in most of our concerts where the American composer and American art is scarcely if ever recognized." He related how, when giving his lecture in England, he was desirous of obtaining some works of the American composers Chadwick and Foote, and how, with the intention of purchasing, he went to two prominent publishers. The first said he had never heard of the composers in question, the second that their compositions were unknown in England.
20This ignorance of American music in England is truly lamentable, and Mr. Armstrong suggested that there should be some means taken to unite the English speaking races of America and England in music and make one great international school of composition. To this end Mr. Fuller Maitland, of the London Times, Sir Alexander Mackenzie, of the Royal Academy and Philharmonic Society, Sir Arthur Sullivan and other distinguished composers promised to lend their aid if ever such a scheme could be properly propounded.
22In his lecture William Armstrong spoke of most interesting details regarding interviews had with many of the famous musicians of England, including two most entertaining experiences with those great artists Emil Sauret and Mme. Adelina Patti, both of whom make their homes in the old country. In his graceful way, the lecturer paid a delightful tribute to the London Musical Courier and its editor, F. W. Atwater, saying that the subject of American composers would be thoroughly discussed during the present season in his columns. Mr. Armstrong was frequently applauded, and at the conclusion was the recipient of much congratulation. The management of the college with the care, thoroughness and fine perception of detail for which all its gatherings are noted, had arranged everything with a due regard for those artistic niceties which go so far to ensure success.
24Not the least of these was the souvenir photograph program, which, in itself, was a work of art. Not often, even in this age of artistic printing, does one happen on such an example of the possibilities of program development.
26FLORENCE FRENCH.
28Development of Appreciation.
30"Development of Appreciation With Special Reference to Interpretation," is the title of a small pamphlet by T. Carl Whitmer now published. To this is added "Criticisms From a Notebook," which embody some good advice to teachers.
32Heinrich Meyn.
34The popular baritone Heinrich Meyn will be heard in "The Creation" in Wheeling, W. Va., early in February, and in several song recitals in the West during February and March. He will also sing in "Prometheus," to be given in this city on February 27, by the Halévy Society, at its sixth anniversary concert.
36HELEN BUCKLEY,
37SOPRANO.
38London, St. James Hall, "Pope" Crystal Palace, Queen's Hall, Imperial Institute and prominent American concerts.
39ORATORIO, CONCERTS AND SONG RECITALS.
40Address 140 East 53d Street, CHICAGO, ILL.
42HOBART SMOCK,
43TENOR ROBUSTO. Concerts and Oratorio.
44Address ADDISON F. ANDREWS,
4518 East 22d Street, New York.
47The DORER PIANO SCHOOL,
48LESCHETIZKY METHOD.
49POUCH MANSION, 345 Clinton Avenue,
50LUDWIG DORER, Director. BROOKLYN, N. Y.
52VOICE CULTURE
53Under the guidance of
54LAURA CARROLL DENNIS.
55Instruction in all branches of the singer's art.
56Studio: 163 West 84th Street, New York.
58ANITA RIO
59SOPRANO.
60ADDRESS: 204 West 114th Street.
62INEZ Concert, Oratorio and Song Recital.
63GRENELLI,
64SOPRANO.
65For terms, dates, &c., address direct
66209 West 80th Street, New York.
68LEWIS W. Oratorio, Concerts and Song Recitals.
69ARMSTRONG,
70Teacher of the Art of Singing.
7157 East 129th Street, New York.
73Mrs. ELIZABETH NORTHROP
74Oratorio, Concert and Musicales.
75ADDRESS
76LEADING AGENTS—
77MUSICAL COURIER.
78Personal address:
79338 West 56th St.
80NEW YORK.
82OUR INFORMATION BUREAU.
84MAIL FOR ARTISTS.
85Mail addressed to the following has been received at THE MUSICAL COURIER Bureau of Information.
86Gordon Darlington Richards.
87Mme. Marie Barna.
88Martin Haurwitz.
89Mrs. Otto Sutro.
90Herr Xaver Scharwenka.
91Miss Lillian Butz.
92Jaroslaw de Zelinski.
93M. Corpo.
94Mr. and Mrs. J. Benzing.
95William R. Chapman.
96Clarence De Vaux Royer.
97Alexander Lambert.
98Albert Ross Parsons.
99J. J. Racer.
100Victor Thrane.
101Prof. T. E. Renzley.
103MAIL FORWARDED.
104Letters have been forwarded to the following since previous issue:
105Ericsson Bushnell.
106Mrs. Boxell.
107Anton Hegner.
108Secretary Manuscript Society.
109William C. Pearce.
110Fritz Scheel.
111Ernst Schelling.
112Samuel P. Warren.
113William N. Wadsworth.
114Miss Blanch Wallace.
115James Peterson.
116Earl Percy Parks.
117Mr. and Mrs. Chas. E. Perring.
118S. H. Penfield, Esq.
119William H. Morgan.
120Henry Burck.
121Prof. A. Dyx.
123Lillian Butz.
125Lillian Butz has again returned to New York after a most successful tournée of six weeks in the West, singing in concert and oratorio. It is not surprising that this gifted young soprano, whose talents won for her so many European successes, should be so successful in America, her own country. The last city visited before her arrival in New York was Pittsburg, January 10. Engagements in some Eastern cities follow.
127More Dates for the Kaltenborn Quartet.
129The quartet played at Brick Presbyterian Church last Sunday for the fourth time. The quartet opened and closed the service with the most beautiful chamber music selections, and also played during offertory. The result was a very impressive service. On February 3 the quartet appears in Brooklyn again. On January 27 at Huntington, L. I., and to-night at Naugatuck, Conn.
131The Kaltenborn Sextet has been re-engaged by Dudley Buck for the last Apollo concert of the season, on April 12, and on April 17 plays with the Brooklyn Saengerbund.
133On January 24 Mr. Kaltenborn will be the soloist at Gerrit Smith's organ recital.
135FEILDING ROSELLE
136DRAMATIC CONTRALTO.
137Oratorio, Festivals, Concerts, Recitals.
138Address care Musical Courier, New York.
140Chev. Dante del Papa,
141Grand Opera Tenor from Milan, Paris, Metropolitan Opera House and Damrosch Opera Company. Instructor at the Metropolitan College of Music in New York. Vocal and Dramatic Teacher with the best Italian Method.
142References: Mme. Sophia Scalchi, Mlle. Emma Castel, Messrs. Jean and Edouard de Reszke
143Studio: 132 East 47th Street, NEW YORK.
145ALEXANDER SILOTI,
146Liszt's Favorite Pupil.
147In America, January until April.
148Address THE WOLFSON MUSICAL BUREAU,
149131 East 17th Street, New York.
151Clarence De Vaux Royer,
152Violin Soloist.
153Pupil of Ysaye, Halir and Marsick.
154Care of The Musical Courier
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