CONCERT AT TEMUKA.

Temuka Leader, Issue 1623, 20 August 1887, Page 2

CONCERT AT TEMUKA.

A vocal and instrumental concert, organised by Miss Maggie Pater son <; in aid of the organ fund of the Presbyterian Church, Temuka, was given in the Volunteer Hall, yesterday evening. It proved one of the most enjoyable that has ever been,given in the district, and lovers of music received a perfect treat. The arrangements for the comfort of the performers and the audience were complete ; in every particular, and reflected' great credit on Mr A. G. Wright, who acted as Hon. Secretary, The first part of the programme commenced with an overture, " Caliph of Bagdad," by the Timaru Orchestral Society,- under the leadership of Mr Wood. • This was rendered in a finished and artistic manner, and was received with applause. This;is the first occasion on which the Band has performed in Temuka, but it is ; to be hoped that they-will favor; us with another visit shortly, as it is 'rarely indeed that an opportunity occurs for enjoying such a musical treat. Mrs Stubbs followed with "Betrothed," which was capitally rendered and well received. Mr Sydney Wolff, E.A.M., then treated the audience to an exhibition of his skill on the pianoforte. The piece chosen was Ascher's "Nigger Dance," a charming and lively selection > that was heartily applauded. Mr Cleghorn sang " Dearer than Life" successfully and was applauded. A violin solo'by Mc Wood, " Variations from L'elisire d'amour," arranged by Thirlwall, was one of the choicest items on the programme and was enthusiastically received In response to an imperative encore he played " Home, Sweet Home," which was received with even more favor than the former item. Mr Wood's p'aying is beyond praise. He makes the instrument fairly speak, and it is not too much to say that if the concert had ended with his playing the audience would have gone away content. Miss Beswick was the next on the programme, and Bang "The rferry Dance" -with much spirit and expression. She received an encore, but did not respond. Dr Eeid then sang " The Boatswain's Story " (Molloy) in such a manner as to call for an encore, to which he renponded by : singing " Shall I, Wasting in Despair." A pianoforte solo, ■' Selections from Scottish Airs," by Mrs Eeid, followed. This lady is a most accomplished pianiste, and her playing was much admired. ; A duet, "The Harp and the Willow," by Mesdames Hayhurst and Hargreaves, was sweetly and faithfully rendered, and received a well-merited encore, which was not complied with. Miss Lee sang "At_ the Ferry" very sweetly, and received hearty applause. The first part concluded with a cornet solo, " Torquato Tasso," by Mr T. Dickinson, with orchestral accompaniment. This was another treat, and the audience, by .their enthusiastic applause, showed that they thoroughly appreciated it. After a short interval, the second part commenced with the overture from " Masaniello," by Timaru Orchestral Society. This powerful composition was rendered in a most spirited and masterly. manner. It was most favorably received, but an encore was 1 not complied with. Miss Clara Mongredien (Timaru) sang "The Three Old Maids of Lea " in a very taking manner. This young lady has a voice both sweet and powerful, and her intonation is perfect. In response to an encore she sang "Pierrot," if anything, in still better style. Messrs Wood and Williams then played a violin duet with much precision. Mr Rose for his singing of " The Young Brigade " received an encore, and complied by singing "Tell Her I Love Her So " (De Faye). Mr Eose possesses a powerful tenor voice, which he uses to great advantage. Miss Hart then playeda pianoforte solo, "Balmoral," in finished style. A duet, " Hark! the Groat Bells [ Einging," by Mrs Stubbs and Miss Montgredien, was one of.the choicest pieces of the < evening, and it was loudly encored. The recall was not complied with. A cornet solo by Mr Chas. Fauvel was the next item on the programme, but that gentleman and also Mr Aspinall, who was to have sung, were prevented by indisposition from appearing. Mr A.. 0. Wright sang "We shall Meet all the Little Ones There," and received anencore to which hedid not respond. A waltz, " Waltdenfel,". by the Orchestral Society, was the last

m . ''" ' ——r*.^Jh tem -on the programme, and again the audience were vouchsafed a treaty The harmonious manner in which thtf various instruments blended, and the perfect tune kept, were the subject of universal commsudation. This selection, like its predecessors, was warmly received. The majority of the accompaniments were played by Mr Wolff, and his tasteful playing must have greatly assisted the performers. Mr Rutland acted as general conductor, and his tact and energy contributed largely to the success of the evening's entertainment. It is rarely ; that Temuka audiences have had the opportunity o£ hearing so many new s performers, and Miss Paterson merits 'the highest I praise for arranging so great a treat..