CONCERT AT TEMUKA.

Temuka Leader, Issue 1544, 12 August 1886, Page 2

CONCERT AT TEMUKA.

The concert in the Volunteer Hall, Tprauka, last Tuesday evening in aid of the incidental fund of the Public School, proved a pronounced success. The weather was unpleasant, and the foads muddy and sloppy, but this did not deter one of the largest audiences seen in the Volunteer Hall, for many months assembling, and judging by the applaase which followed each item oh a. long programme, and the approval ’ manifested in various ways, all considered 'themselves well repaid for their trouble. The front seats were crowded, and more could have been filled. Shortly after 8 o’clock the Temuka Brass Band commenced the programme with Handel’s grand “ Hallelujah ” chorus, which was given will a precision that did them infinite credit. The Band alee opened Jrfie second part with a selection from the '‘‘Bohemian Girl” (Balfe), and the applause they received at the conclusion was well deserved. Both pieces were given in a manner that plainly showed great pains had been taken at rehearsals, and it is to be hoped when the summer comes the public will have the pleasure of hearing tha Band more frequently than they have of fate. The solos were most effective. Miss Kobina Morton gave a touching recitation entitled “The Guernsey Lily,” in a clear expressive voice, and it was much appreciated; Mr Coltman followed with “The Reefer,” and sang it so well that he was encored, but he did not respond. “ Love Not,” by Mrs Hargreaves, was beautifully given, and was encored, but this lady did not respond. The Rev. E. D. Cecil sang “ The Bugler,” and iq the second part of the programme, recited “ The Last Man.” The song was fairly successful, but Hie recitation was splendidly given, and was really a treat. Mrs Rout sang “ Twickenham Ferry,” and in response to an encore “Here’s a Health, Bonnie Scotland,” receiving quite an ovation at the conclusion of both songs. In the second part this lady also favored the audience with “ Vou’ll Remember Me," and was again encored. This time she gave “ Banbury Gross,” and so well did it please that it was almost redemanded. Later on Mrs Rout and Mrs Stubbs gave a duet, “ I have wandered in Dreams.” Miss Gertie Brown’s pretty little recitation ‘‘A Greyport Legend,” was very nicely given indeed. Mrs Stubbs followed; with “Parting,” and was encored. To this she responded with “My Robin is Shy,” with which the audience was delighted. Miss Ladbrooke sang “The Broken Pitcher,” and “The Dear Little Sham-i rock,” and was heartily applauded, but did not respond to the encores with which she was favored for both songs. As usual Mr H. T. Clinch created quite a furore with his comic songs “ Put it Down co Me,” and “If I was only Long Enough,” the latter being given in response to an encore. Mr W. Story sang “ My Brilliant and I,” and was applauded, and Miss Harriet Sweet recited “The Gambler’s Wife.” Miss Amelia Lee gave “Happy be Thy Dreams” in a very 'pleasing manner, and Miss Franks was equally successful in ‘‘ The Golden Shore.” Both numbers were much appreciated. Mr Thruston followed with “ The British Lion,” and was loudly applauded, and the concert concluded with the

“ National Antherti,” aboat half-past ten o’clock, only a five minutes interval occuring between the first and second parts. The accompaniments were played by the Misses Paterson, Blytb, Mackintosh and Lee, and were ail that could be desired. Iu conclusion it may bo eaid that the performers deserve the. heartiest thanks of tbs Committee for the evident care that had been bestowed in getting up the selections given, and Mr Bout, who had the preparing of the programme, and on whom devolved the chief of the responsibility and work, is also deserving of the highest praise. The large attendance betokened the sympathy the public have with the Committee’s endeavors to “ make both ends meet,” and it is to be hoped that when another call is made on them for a similar purpose the result will be aa gratifying. 1