MRS. J. E. RUSSELL. It was in 1888 that Mrs. J. E. Russell came to Christchurch and she has been a leading figure in musical circles in the cathedral city ever since. In Wellington, she was one of a large family, every member of which was talented and highly musical. Mrs, Russell was a gifted singer as well as being a pianist and appeared regularly as a soloist on the concert platform. She also played the viola. Now, as a musie teacher, she is known for her outstanding ability as an accompaniste, and her services are in regular demand. She has been pianiste for the Royal Musieal Society for many years and her Glee Club is a well known combination in Christchurch, prominent musicians of the city being mem bers, and its services are always directed to wards charity purposes.

Radio Record, Volume I, Issue 6, 26 August 1927, Page 11

MRS. J. E. RUSSELL. It was in 1888 that Mrs. J. E. Russell came to Christchurch and she has been a leading figure in musical circles in the cathedral city ever since. In Wellington, she was one of a large family, every member of which was talented and highly musical. Mrs, Russell was a gifted singer as well as being a pianist and appeared regularly as a soloist on the concert platform. She also played the viola. Now, as a musie teacher, she is known for her outstanding ability as an accompaniste, and her services are in regular demand. She has been pianiste for the Royal Musieal Society for many years and her Glee Club is a well known combination in Christchurch, prominent musicians of the city being mem bers, and its services are always directed to wards charity purposes.