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Musical Courier 1911-03-22: Vol 62 Iss 12, 1911
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1Vienna
2BUCHFELDGASSE 6/3, VIENNA VIII, February 28, 1911.
4The Concordia, a club of journalists and authors, recently instituted a concert for the purpose of obtaining funds to erect a memorial monument to Lessing here in Vienna. The concert was preceded by a prologue recited by the actor, Georg Renners, written by the well known music critic, Max Kalback. The Vienna Men's Chorus, directed by Victor Keidorfer sang two numbers, the words to which were taken from Lessing's poems. The principal soloist of the evening was Frieda Hempel, of the Berlin Royal Opera, who sang an aria from Mozart's "Elopement from the Seraglio," and variations on a Mozart theme, with flute obbligato. William Miller also sang. The Philharmonic Orchestra, under Weingartner, contributed the orchestral numbers.
6Madame Sembrich gave a concert last week. Her arias were accompanied by the Konzertverein Orchestra, under Gustav Gutheil, and the songs by our splendid American pianist Frank La Forge. Among the most successful numbers were La Forge's "An einen Boten" and the Strauss waltz "Geschichten aus dem Wienerwald," cleverly arranged for voice by La Forge.
8Weingartner made his farewell appearance as director of the Royal Opera at the first performance of Berlioz's "Benvenuto Cellini" last Saturday evening. His first appearance at the desk, and later at the beginning of the third act, was greeted with long continued applause. The opera itself was well received, although it is a bit tiresome for our modern taste, and probably will not remain long in the repertory. William Miller, the American tenor, sang the title role well, although the Vienna papers say his acting left much to be desired. Fri. Först as Theresa, the leading soprano part, was excellent. The playing of the orchestra in the purely orchestral parts, the overture and the "Roman Carnival" overture, which was used as an entracte, was really the feature of the evening. one of two readings
9Weingartner made his farewell appearance as director of the Royal Opera at the first performance of Berlioz's "Benvenuto Cellini" last Saturday evening. His first appearance at the desk, and later at the beginning of the third act, was greeted with long continued applause. The opera itself was well received, although it is a bit tiresome for our modern taste, and probably will not remain long in the repertory. William Miller, the American tenor, sang the title role well, although the Vienna papers say his acting left much to be desired. Fri. Först as Theresa, the leading soprano part, was excellent. The playing of the orchestra in the purely orchestral parts, the overture and the "Roman Carnaval" overture, which was used as an entracte, was really the feature of the evening. one of two readings
11Frederick Delius' choral work, "Eine Messe des Lebens," was recently presented here. Franz Schreker directed the Philharmonic Chorus, accompanied by the Konzertverein Orchestra. The soloists were Frau Winternitz-Dora, Frau Drill-Orridge (the English alto from the Volkssoper), Paul Schmedes, and Robert Wyss. The performance was in every respect good, but the work does not seem to have made much of an impression. The text is selected from Nietzsche's "Also sprach Zarathustra." One Vienna critic wrote of the work, "Zarathustra has spoken again, this time with twice as much detail and twice as many particulars as in Nietzsche's work; but, in spite of that, not a bit more clearly or impressively."
13The question of the future of the Volksoper has been very satisfactorily settled by the selection of Director Simons for another six years' term. All Vienna wishes him success and a continuation of the good work which has done so much to fill a real need in the musical life of this city.
15Ambassador and Mrs. Kerens received about 400 of the Americans here on Washington's Birthday. The Rothschild palace, where they are residing this winter, lends itself admirably to such an occasion. An orchestra in the gallery of the circular hall played American patriotic airs, and it must be said, cakewalks. Real cherry blossoms were in vases in the beautiful rooms, and a miniature cherry tree adorned the center of the long dining table, from which the guests could help themselves to the many delicacies. There were souvenirs in the shape of small hatchets and pieces of the famous cherry tree. Yvonne de Tréville sang several French arias and German songs during the reception.
17Ruth Sheafe, accompanied by her mother, and Anna G. Dall, all of Seattle, Wash., are here for the year's work in the Leschetizky classes.
19Madame Charles Cahier, the American alto, was decorated recently by the Duke of Hesse, with the great medal of the Order for Art and Science.
21Hofkapellmeister Bruno Walter not long ago appeared as guest conductor at an orchestra concert of the Santa Cecelia Society in Rome. The program included the Berlioz "Symphonie Fantastique," Strauss' "Don Quixote," and Goldmark's "Sakuntala" overture. He met with great success, and was immediately re-engaged for two concerts next season.
23Old Fashioned Surprise Party for Mr. Granberry.
25George Folsom Granberry, the director of the Granberry Piano School in Carnegie Hall, New York, and Pouch Mansion, Brooklyn, was a dinner guest at the home of Dr. Nicholas Elsenheimer (master of interpretation at the school), Tuesday evening, March 14. On purpose, Dr. Elsenheimer set the dinner hour later than usual, and so Mr. Granberry was detained longer than expected. All the while Dr. Elsenheimer was a party to a "merry plot," which the advanced students of the school and other members of the faculty had planned. In Mr. Granberry's absence the school studios in Carnegie Hall were transformed into floral bowers, and handsome brocade portieres were put up in place of old ones, and the center of the refreshment table was resplendent with a cake shaped like a piano.
27It was the popular director's birthday, and when all was ready, some one telephoned Dr. Elsenheimer that he might escort Mr. Granberry down to the school. When the latter reached the school and saw what had been done by his loyal pupils and faithful faculty, he was quite overcome. It was a complete surprise, and during the evening the festivities included a performance of Haydn's "Toy" symphony, and the performance of other music which was timely. Marie Meshet sang Dr. Elsenheimer's setting for the words "When I Read That Sweet Story of Old." The huge birthday cake was adorned with twenty-one candles, twenty-one being the age limit of all musicians of this day.
29It was about ten years ago that George Folsom Granberry, with the assistance of the Faeltens of Boston, opened his New York school, which is one of the very successful schools of music in the metropolis. The Granberry school has a flourishing summer branch in Newport, R. I. Among the pupils at the New York school are sons and daughters of many of New York's oldest and wealthiest families.
31John Towers on Public School Music.
33John Towers, the veteran vocal teacher, recently gave an address in the commencement hall of the West Virginia University at Morgantown, to an audience bordering on a thousand, in which he vigorously pleaded for a more thorough training in vocal music in the public schools. He maintained that it should, in fact, be so complete that at the termination of the high school training every boy and girl should be able to sing any and every piece of vocal music of reasonable difficulty at sight. He also hinted that ministers of all denominations should be compelled to practice vocal music while at college; that hymnology which is now carried on is an insult to the Deity to whom it is addressed, should and could be vastly improved, and, lastly, that all along the line of vocal teaching everywhere much greater care should be taken of the voice than at present, clinching his argument by averring that "more voices are damaged at one baseball match than all the teachers in the world can repair in a lifetime."
35Pupil of Hugo Riesenfeld.
37Rosalie Miller, the young violinist who played at the last musicale of the Rubinstein Club, at the Waldorf-Astoria, is a pupil of Hugo Riesenfeld, formerly concertmeister at the Manhattan Opera House and himself a soloist of distinction. Miss Miller's numbers were the "Meditation," from "Thais" (Massenet), and Hubay's fiery "Hejre Kati." In both styles of music, Miss Miller showed that she has talent, and above all, that she is being beautifully trained.
39MUSICAL STOCKHOLM.
41(no line here) one of two readings
42STOCKHOLM, February 24, 1911.
44Miss Larsén sang for the first time the part of Donna Anna in "Don Giovanni" at the Opera on February 12. She was well liked both by the critics and the public.
46The novelty, "Ein Weihnachts Mysterium," by Philipp Wolfrum, was on the program of the concert given by the new Philharmonic Society at the Academy of Music, February 14. The work revealed the composer as a clever, deep-feeling musician, who, with simple means, succeeded in giving the listeners an unusually interesting evening. Mrs. Pegel sang the part of the Angel with musical taste. Mr. Nyblom (formerly of the Opera) was an effective Evangelist. The Opera Orchestra, conducted by Järnefeldt, is always a pleasure to hear. In every way the evening was of a high musical standard.
48At the subscription performance, February 15, "Tristan and Isolde" was heard for the first time under the new management. The only newcomers of the cast were Mr. Konrad, as the Wagnerian tenor hero, and Mr. Sjöberg, as King Marke. In the first act Mr. Konrad was a trifle nervous, but during the second and third acts he rose far above the usual and conventional type of Tristan. Mrs. Lykseth (Isolde) and Mrs. Clausen (Brangaene) were excellent in their parts. After the last act the artists and the conductor were called before the curtain several times.
50Joan Manén, the Spanish violinist, who a year ago played at Stockholm for the first time, honored us this month with a visit. He is exceptional, not only on account of his technic, but also through the depth of his musical feeling. Manén executed the D major concerto, by Mozart, the "Air," by Bach, and variations by Tartini. He had the support of the Swedish pianist, John Jacobsson, who, with much skill, played several solos by Chopin. Mr. Manén is said to have used at his concert one of the late Ole Bull's famous violins.
52The third symphony concert, February 18, was under the baton of Armas Järnefeldt. The program had the "Symphonie Fantastique," the poem, "Moldau," by Smetana, two legends by Sibelius and "1812," by Tschaikowsky. Mr. Järnefeldt gave fine readings of them all, but especially of the work of his countryman Sibelius. The concert was attended by a large audience.
54"Das Puppeninädel," by Leo Fall, has made a success at the Oscar Theater here. Emil Linden, last year stage manager at the Royal Opera, was largely responsible for the favorable result.
56The premières of "Il Barbiere di Sevigia" and "Le Mariage de Télemacque," which should have taken place this month, have been postponed until next month on account of illness among the singers.
58The matrimonial engagement has been announced of Magna Lykseth, dramatic soprano at the Opera, to Baron Karl Skogman.
60Beebe-Dethier Sewickley Recital.
62The recital by Carolyn Beebe and Edouard Dethier, on February 15, was one of the most successful ever given in the Sewickley Valley, Pa. There was a good audience, and it was aroused to real enthusiasm by the fine ensemble work of these two artists. Miss Beebe is a pianist of rare excellence. Her work is sincere, thoroughly musicianly, and reveals a genuine musical soul. Mr. Dethier is a violinist who has had such brilliant success, that it is hardly necessary to comment on his work. One rarely has the good fortune to hear such ensemble as furnished by these two artists.
64The Sewickley people are loud in their demand for their return, and hope to hear them next, if not again this season.
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