Concert Advertisements and Reviews - 1872.

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Friday, 19 January 1872 : Mr. George Dolby's Farewell Concert at Steinway Hall, New York.

STEINWAY HALL. MR. GEORGE DOLBY begs to announce that in consequence of Miss Edith Wynne, Mme. Patey, Mr. W. H. Cummings and Mr. Patey having to return to England by the Java, on the 24th inst., to fulfil engagements which cannot be postponed, he will give TWO FAREWELL CONCERTS, ON TUESDAY AND WEDNESDAY EVENINGS, January 18 and 19. Vocalists. Miss EDITH WYNNE, Madame PATEY, Mr. W. H. CUMMINGS, Mr. J. G. PATEY and Mr. SANTLEY. Pianoforte, Mr. LINDSAY SLOPER. The programme will consist of the Glees, Madrigals, Songs, Ballads and Operatic Selections which have made Mr. George Dolby's Concert Troupe so famous in this country. Admission, $1. Reserved seats 50 cents and $1 extra, according to location. Tickets may be obtained at Schirmers, 701 Broadway; and at the Box Office at Steinway Hall, on and after Thursday next, the 11th inst. (New York Herald, Monday, 8 January 1872) (Also: The New York herald, Monday, 15 January 1872; The New York herald, Monday, 8 January 1872; The New York herald, Wednesday, 10 January 1872; The New York herald, Sunday, 14 January 1872.)

AMERICAN THEATRICALS. (FROM OUR OWN CORRESPONDENT.) NEW YORK, January 22…THE DOLBY CONCERT TROUPE, consisting of Miss Edith Wynne, Mr. and Mrs. Patey, Mr. W. H. Cummings, Mr Santley, and Mr Lindsay Sloper, pianist, gave two farewell concerts at STEINWAY HALL on the 16th and 17th to good audiences. The company, with the exception of Mr. Santley, who shortly joins the Parepa-Rosa opera troupe, have sailed for England. (The Era, Sunday, 11 February 1872)

" The American tour of the concert party organised by Mr. George Dolby having been completed, the critics are beginning to tell their readers that they have shown an indifference to real artistic merit in the comparative coldness with which they have received the talented vocalists, who, by the exceptional quality of their voices, no less than by their finished training, were entitled to a far heartier greeting. The members of the troupe were Miss Edith Wynne, Mdme. Patey, Mr. W. H. Cummings, Mr. Santley, Mr. Patey, and Mr. Lindsay Sloper, and it would thus be difficult to have furnished a worthier representation of the present state of musical execution in England, or to have sent forth to the New World musicians better qualified to hold their own against the cosmopolitan performers at present gathered together in the States. It was, however, not owing to any want of ability in the performers, but to the nature of their repertoire, that the New York public listened to them without enthusiasm; and the very purity of the music they chose for their programmes, and the unaffected simplicity of their English songs and glees seems to have militated against their success. It is, therefore, not a little creditable to the critics that they should, in this case, have told their countrymen the truth."-Choir. (The Musical world, Saturday, 17 February 1872)

Wednesday, 27 March 1872 : Mr. A. P. Peck's Concert at Music Hall, Detroit.

Two splendid concerts were given under the management of Mr. A. P. Peck at Music Hall, on Tuesday and Wednesday evenings of this week. Miss Kellogg, Mr. Santley, Miss Mehlig, Mr. Lindsay Sloper, Mr. W. H. Fessenden, and the Temple Quartette, appeared, and there were crowded houses. (Song Journal [Detroit], Monday, 1 April 1872)

Tuesday, 9 April 1872 : Grand Popular Concert at Academy of Music, Brooklyn, New York City.

GRAND POPULAR CONCERT AT THE ACADEMY OF MUSIC, TUESDAY EVENING, APRIL 9, 1872. The following eminent artists will assist at this Concert: MISS CLARA LOUISE KELLOGG, Soprano, MISS ADELAIDE PHILLIPPS, Contralto, MR. W. J. HILL, Tenor, MR. W. C. BAIRD, Baritone, MR. LINDSAY SLOPER, Solo Pianist and Accompanist admission $1 on The Parquette, Balcony and Dress Circle Reserved. Tickets for Reserved Seats ($1.25), can now be obtained at the following places: Swayne's Book Store, 216 Fulton street, Rose's Book Store, 124 Atlantic avenue, and at Perkins' Drug Store, corner Greene avenue and Cumberland street, junction with Fulton street. A plan of the Academy can be seen at each of the stores. An immediate and active demand for tickets to this Concert is a matter of certainty, and, to secure choice seats, an early application will be necessary. N. B- Holders of Season Tickets (Franklin Course), who wish reserved seats, can exchange their course tickets for reserved seat tickets to this Concert for any part of the house, at either of the above places, without any charge. (Brooklyn Daily Eagle, Monday, 25 March 1872)

GRAND POPULAR CONCERT AT THE ACADEMY OF MUSIC, TUESDAY EVENING, APRIL 9, 1872. The following eminent artists will assist at this Concert: MISS CLARA LOUISE KELLOGG, Soprano, MISS ADELAIDE PHILLIPPS, Contralto, MR. W. J . HILL, Tenor, MR. W. C. BAIRD, Baritone, MR. LINDSAY SLOPER, Solo Pianist and Accompanist admission $1 on The Parquette, Balcony and Dress Circle Reserved. Tickets for Reserved Seats ($1.25), can now be obtained at the following places: Swayne'a Book Store, 216 Fulton street, Rose's Book Store, 124 Atlantic avenue, and at Perkins' Drug Store, corner Greene avenue and Cumberland street, junction with Fulton street. A plan of the Academy can be seen at each of the stores. An immediate and active demand for tickets to this Concert is a matter of certainty, and, to secure choice seats, an early application will be necessary. N. B- Holders of Season Tickets (Franklin Course), who wish reserved seats, can exchange their course tickets for reserved seat tickets to this Concert for any part of the house, at either of the above places, without any charge. (Brooklyn Daily Eagle, Tuesday, 26 March 1872) (Also: Brooklyn Daily Eagle, Monday, 1 April 1872; Brooklyn Daily Eagle, Thursday, 4 April 1872; Brooklyn Daily Eagle, Wednesday, 3 April 1872; Brooklyn Daily Eagle, Tuesday, 2 April 1872; Brooklyn Daily Eagle, Tuesday, 2 April 1872; Brooklyn Daily Eagle, Friday, 29 March 1872; Brooklyn Daily Eagle, Thursday, 28 March 1872; Brooklyn Daily Eagle, Wednesday, 27 March 1872; Brooklyn Daily Eagle, Saturday, 30 March 1872.)

ACADEMY OF MUSIC, TUESDAY EVENING, APRIL, 9, 1872. The following eminent artists will assist at this Concert: MISS CLARA LOUISE KELLOGG, Soprano, (Her FAREWELL APPEARANCE in Brooklyn prior to her departure for Europe.) MISS ADELAIDE PHILLIPPS, Contralto, MR. W. J. HILL, Tenor, MR. W. C. BAIRD, Baritone, AND MR. LINDSAY SLOPER, Solo Pianist and Accompanist - ADMISSION. $1.00 RESERVED SEATS, 25 CENTS EXTRA. The Parquette, Balcony and Dress Circle Reserved. Tickets for Reserved Seats ($1.25). can now be obtained at the following places: Swayne's Book Store, 216 Fulton street, Rose's Book Store, 124 Atlantic avenue, and at Perkins' Drug Store, corner Greene avenue and Cumberland street, junction with Fulton street. A plan of the Academy can be seen at each of the stores. N. B. Miss Kellogg sails on the 13th instant by the steamer Europa for London, where she is engaged for the season of Italian opera at Her Majesty's Theatre, (Drury Lane.) The announcemnt, therefore, is now made BY SPECIAL AUTHORITY, that this will bo the VERY LAST OPPORTUNITY of hearing her in Brooklyn before her departure. (Brooklyn Daily Eagle, Friday, 5 April 1872)

GRAND POPULAR CONCERT AT (FRANKLIN COURSE) ACADEMY OF MUSIC, TUESDAY APRIL 9, 1872. The following eminent artists will assist at this Concert: MISS CLARA LOUISE KELLOGG, Soprano, (Her FAREWELL APPEARANCE in Brooklyn prior to her departure for Europe.) MISS ADELAIDE PHILLIPPS, Contralto, MR. W. J. HILL, Tenor, MR. W. C. BAIRD. Baritone, AND MR. LINDSAY SLOPER, Solo Pianist and Accompanist - ADMISSION. $1.00 RESERVED SEATS, 25 CENTS EXTRA. The Parquette, Balcony and Dross Circle Reserved. Tickets for Reserved Seats ($1.25), can now be obtained at the following places: Swayne's Book Store, 216 Fulton street, Rose's Book Store, 124 Atlantic avenue, and at Perkins' Drug Store, corner Greene avenue and Cumberland street, junction with Fulton street. A plan of the Academy can be seen at each of the stores. N. B. Miss Kellogg soils on the 13th instant by the steamer Europa for London where she is engaged for the season of Italian opera at Her Majesty's Theatre, (Drury lane.) The announcement, therefore, is now made BY SPECIAL AUTHORITY, that this will be the VERY LAST OPPORTUNITY of hearing her in Brooklyn before her departure. PROGRAMME OF THE FRANKLIN CONCERT, at the ACADEMY OF MUSIC, TUESDAY EVENING, April 9, 1872. Solo. Piano forte, "1,001 Nights," Paraphrase on "Strauss' Waltz" Lindsay Sloper Mr. LINDSAY SLOPER. " My Love is like the red, red Rose" Brandeis Mr. W. O. BAIRD. Aria, "Seeparíated'amor"-"Faust" Gounod Miss ADELAIDE PHILLIPPS. "Ah ! forse lul"-" Travista" Verdi Miss CLARA LOUISE KELLOGG. " Discendi O sonno vago"-" Massaniello" Auber Mr. W. J. HILL. Duo from "Stabat Mater" Rossini Miss CLARA LOUISE KELLOGG, Miss ADELAIDE PHILLIPPS. PART SECOND. Solo, Piano forte. "Mandolinata" Lindsay Sloper Mr. LINDSAY SLOPER. "Brightest Eyes" Stigelli Mr. W. J. HILL. " Hungarian Air" G. Pease Miss CLARA LOUISE KELLOGG. " The Snow lies White" Sullivan Mr. W. C. BAIRD. " Laughing Song" Bendolari Miss ADELAIDE PHILLIPPS. Quartette from Rigoletto" Verdi Miss CLARA LOUISE KELLOGG. Miss ADELAIDE PHILLIPPS. Mr. W. J. HILL. Mr. W. C. BAIRD. SEE PRINCIPAL ADVERTISEMENT ABOVE. (Brooklyn Daily Eagle, Saturday, 6 April 1872) (Also: Brooklyn Daily Eagle, Monday, 8 April 1872; Brooklyn Daily Eagle, Tuesday, 9 April 1872.)

Tuesday, 30 April 1872 : Madame Manzocchi's Grand Testimonial Concert at Steinway Hall, New York.

STEINWAY HALL, TUESDAY. MADAME MANZOCCHI'S GRAND TESTIMONIAL CONCERT, on which occasion she will have the assistance of THE FOLLOWING EMINENT ARTISTS, who have kindly volunteered their valuable services:- Miss ADELAIDE PHILLIPS, the eminent Contralto. Mme. ELDER, the celebrated amateur Soprano. Miss CORNELIA STETSON, Soprano (first appearance). Signor BRIGNOLI, the renowned Tenor. Signor FERRANTI, the popular Basso Buffo. Mr. S B. MILLS, Piano. Mr. LINDSAY SLOPER (his last appearance). Miss ADELAIDE MANZOCCHI, Pianiste. Mr. G. W. MORGAN, Organ. Conductors and Accompanists, Mr. LINDSAY SLOPER and Signor E. AGRAMONTE. TICKETS OF ADMISSION, $1; RESERVED SEATS $2 at all the music stores and ticket offices, and at the Hall, day and evening. (New York Herald, Friday, 26 April 1872) (Also: The New York herald, Saturday, 27 April 1872; The New York herald, Monday, 29 April 1872; The New York herald, Friday, 26 April 1872.)

Thursday, 2 May 1872 : Mr. J. W. Etherington's Concert at Castle Hotel Assembly Rooms, Richmond, Surrey.

RICHMOND (SURREY). CASTLE HOTEL Assembly Rooms.-On the 2rd ult. Mr J. W. Etherington gave a concert at the above Rooms. The vocalists were Madame Liebhart, Miss Adelaide Newton, Mr Kerr Gedge, and Mr Santley. The instrumentalists - Mr Benjamin Wells (silver cylinder flute), Mr J. Hart Gordon (solo pianoforte), Mr J. W. Etherington (melody and pedal substitute), Organ accompanists - Mr J. W. Etherington and Mr Lindsay Sloper. The programme was well selected, and one and all gave great satisfaction to a large audience, composed of the elite of the neighbourhood. (The Era, Sunday, 2 June 1872)

Tuesday, 7 May 1872 : Mr. Louis Engel's Matinée at Union League Theatre, Corner Of Twenty-Sixth Street And Madison Square.

MR. LOUIS ENGEL has the honor to announce that he will give THREE MATINEES on Tuesdays, April 23, April 30, May 7, at the UNION LEAGUE THEATRE, corner of Twenty-sixth street and Madison square, where he will play on his new instrument, THE ENGEL ORGAN, made by Needham & Son. of this city. Vocalist, Miss NININGER (pupil of Mr. Albitis). Conductor, Mr. LINDSAY SLOPER. Piano Steinway. The Matinées will begin at half-past three o'clock. Tickets, $2; or $5 for the series. (The New York herald, Tuesday, 23 April 1872)

Tuesday, 21 May 1872 : Mr. Charles Santley's Grand Evening Concert at St. James's Hall, Piccadilly.

MR. SANTLEY'S RETURN to ENGLAND. On TUESDAY EVENING next. May 21. Mr. SANTLEY will give a GRAND EVENING CONCERT, in St. James's Hall at which the following artists will appear :- Vocalists, Madlle Carlotta Patti. Madame Pauline Rita, Madame Florence Lancia Miss Enriquez, Mr. Edward Lloyd, Mr. Maybrick, and Mr. Santley ; violin, Madame Norman-Neruda ; pianoforte, Mr. Charles Hallé. Conductors, Mr. Ganz, Mr. Thouless, and Mr Lindsay Sloper.- Sofa stalls, 6s.; family tickets, to admit four to sofa stalls, 21s. ; balcony, 3s. ; area, 2s. ; admission 1s. Tickets may be obtained of Chappell and Co., 50, New Bond-street ; at Austin's ticket-office, St. James's Hall ; and at the usual music warehouses and libraries. (Morning Post, Tuesday, 14 May 1872) (Also: Morning Post, Thursday, 16 May 1872; Morning Post, Saturday, 18 May 1872.)

MR. SANTLEY'S RETURN TO ENGLAND.- On Tuesday Evening next. May 21, Mr. Santley will give a GRAND EVENING CONCERT in St. James's Hall, at which the following artists will appear:- Vocalists- Mdlle. Carlotta Patti, Madame Pauline Rita, Miss Abbie Whinery, Madame Florence Lancia, Miss Enriquez, Mr. Edward Lloyd, Mr. Maybrick, and Mr. Santley. Violin-Madame Norman-Neruda Pianoforte - Mr. Charles Hallé. Conductors-Mr. Ganz, Mr. Thouless, Herr Maurice Strakosch, and Mr. Lindsay Sloper. Sofa Stalls, 6s.; Family Tickets to admit four to Sofa Stalls, 21s.; Balcony, 3s.; Area, 2s.; Admission, 1s. Tickets may be obtained at Chappell & Co., 50, New Bond Street; at Austin's Ticket Office, St James's Hall; and at the usual Music Warehouses and Libraries. (The Musical world, Saturday, 18 May 1872)

MR. SANTLEY'S RETURN to ENGLAND. On TUESDAY TO-NIGHT (TUESDAY), May 21. Mr. SANTLEY will give a GRAND EVENING CONCERT, in St. James's Hall at which the following artists will appear :- Vocalists, Madlle Carlotta Patti. Madame Pauline Rita, Madame Florence Lancia Miss Enriquez, Mr. Edward Lloyd, Mr. Maybrick, and Mr. Santley ; violin, Madame Norman-Neruda ; pianoforte, Mr. Charles Hallé. Conductors, Mr. Ganz, Mr. Thouless, and Mr Lindsay Sloper.- Sofa stalls, 6s.; family tickets, to admit four to sofa stalls, 21s. ; balcony, 3s. ; area, 2s. ; admission 1s. Tickets may be obtained of Chappell and Co., 50, New Bond-street ; at Austin's ticket-office, St. James's Hall ; and at the usual music warehouses and libraries. (Daily News, Tuesday, 21 May 1872)

MR. SANTLEY'S RETURN to ENGLAND. On TUESDAY TO-NIGHT, May 21. Mr. SANTLEY will give a GRAND EVENING CONCERT, in St. James's Hall at which the following artists will appear :- Vocalists, Madlle Carlotta Patti. Madame Pauline Rita, Madame Florence Lancia Miss Enriquez, Mr. Edward Lloyd, Mr. Maybrick, and Mr. Santley ; violin, Madame Norman-Neruda ; pianoforte, Mr. Charles Hallé. Conductors, Mr. Ganz, Mr. Thouless, and Mr Lindsay Sloper.- Sofa stalls, 6s.; family tickets, to admit four to sofa stalls, 21s. ; balcony, 3s. ; area, 2s. ; admission 1s. Tickets may be obtained of Chappell and Co., 50, New Bond-street ; at Austin's ticket-office, St. James's Hall ; and at the usual music warehouses and libraries. (Morning Post, Tuesday, 21 May 1872)

MR. SANTLEY'S CONCERT. After an absence of more than half a year in America our distinguished baritone returned last week, and made his first public re-appearance in this country at St. James's hall last night. Mr. Santley's programme offered many and varied attractions, and several names of eminence besides his own; but, of course, his re appearance after so long an interval was the event of the evening to which the chief interest attached. His first entry on the platform was the signal for such an enthusiastic and prolonged greeting as must have convinced him that absence has rather enhanced than diminished the recollection of his high and versatile merits in opera and oratorio, and as a concert singer. The pieces in which Mr. Santley was heard last night again displayed his fine qualities of voice end style in music of very opposite schools. The song of Polyphemus, "O ruddier than the cherry," from Handel's Acis and Galatea (with the altered close on the high G), called forth a persistent encore that was replied to by "'The Yeoman's Wedding." The other solo performances of Mr. Santley were Wallace's "Bellringer," and Boyce's "Heart of Oak" (the latter encored). Various vocal pieces were contributed to the programme by Mesdames Carlotta Patti, Pauline Rita, and Florence Lancia, Misses Enriquez and Abbie Whinnery, Mr. Edward Lloyd, and Mr. Maybrick - and soles for violin end pianoforte, and a portion of Dussek's sonata in B flat for the two instruments, were played by Madame Norman-Neruda and Mr, Charles Hallé, our conductors were named in the programme - Mr. W. Ganz, Mr. Thouless, Herr M. Strakosch, and Mr. Lindsay Sloper. There was a large attendance. (Daily News, Wednesday, 22 May 1872)

CONCERTS. Mr. Santley appeared on Tuesday evening at St. James's Hall for the first time since his return from America before an English audience in a concert expressly given to announce his return. His first entry on the platform was the signal for such an enthusiastic and prolonged greeting as must have convinced him that absence has rather enhanced than diminished the recollection of his high and versatile merits in opera and oratorio, and as a concert singer. The pieces which Mr. Santley selected were Handel's "Ruddier than the cherry," Wallace's "Bellringer," and Dr. Boyce's "Hearts of Oak," but in consequence of the boisterous applause which his singing provoked, other favourites were added, among the most successful of which wag "The Yeoman's Wedding." The other artists were Mesdames Carlotta Patti, Pauline Rita, and Florence Lancia, Misses Enriquez and Abbie Whinnery, Mr. Edward Lloyd, and Mr. Maybrick - and solos for violin and pianoforte, and a portion of Dussek's sonata in B flat for the two instruments, were played by Mdme. Norman-Neruda and Mr. Charles Hallé. Four conductors were named in the program - Mr. W. Ganz, Mr. Thouless, Herr M. Strakosch, and Mr. Lindsay Sloper. There was a large attendance. (The orchestra, Oct. 1863-Mar. 1881, Friday, 24 May 1872)

CONCERT AT THE CASTLE HOTEL . Mr. J. W. Etherington's evening concert took place the Castle Hotel on Thursday evening. There a very good attendance, the company including- the Countess of Kilmorey, Lady Augusta Onslow, Lady John Chichester, Mrs. Ashford, Mrs. H. G. Bohn, Col. Bordett and Mrs. Burdett, Mrs. J. A. Edwards. Mrs. Freake, Mrs. Oliver Green, Mrs. Hammersby, Mrs. O. Harrison, Mrs. Metchim, Miss Walker, Admiral Stopford and party Dr. present Mrs. Allcard, Mrs. Mills. Mrs. Duncan, Mrs. Leith Ross, Mrs. Osborne, Mrs Eraslie, Mrs. Farnell Watson, Mrs. Thompson, Mrs. Layton, Mrs. Budd. Mrs. Unwin, Mrs. Hind, Miss Woodward,, Mrs. Dineley, Rev. Watson, F. L. Bland, Esq., Mrs. Young, E. Smith, Esq., F. W. Blunt, Esq, Coxhead, Esq., Moore, Esq., Woodhouse, Esq., Miss Rose and party, Mrs and the Miss Smith, Miss Emerson, Mrs. Dickson, H. Hill, Esq., H. Wood, Esq . Mrs. Wilson, Mrs. Attwood, J. Browning, Esq., F. D. Robinson, Esq., Mrs. W. Robinson, Mrs. W. A. Older, A. Buzard, Esq. and party, Randall, Esq., Mrs. H. Chaplain, Mrs. Havart, Mrs. Renny, Mrs. Terry, Mrs. Rothe, Mrs. Footes, Mr. F. Piggott and party, Mr. Gosling, Mr. T. M. Clarke and party, &c. &c. The vocalists were Madame Liebhart. Miss Adelaide Newton. Mr. Kerr Kedge, and Mr. Santley; pianoforte, Mr. J. Hart Gordon; flute, M. B. Wells. The accompanists were Mr. J. W. Etherington and Mr. Lindsay Sloper. The programme was an attractive one, and the manner in which each artiste executed her or his allotted part gave general satisfaction. It would invidious to mention any one name in preference to the others, where the performance was so good throughout, but we must give Mr. Etherington credit for bringing such an array of talent among us. (Surrey Comet, Saturday, 25 May 1872)

Mr. Santley's return to England was welcomed last Tuesday night by a large body of his admirers, which include the public in general, and he proved that his concert and operatic campaign in America had not depreciated his physical powers, and that he retained the excellent style which has placed him in the first rank of artists, be they foreign or native. He had as colleagues Mesdames P. Rita, A. Whinnery, Enriquez, F. Lancia, and Carlotta Patti; Messrs. Lloyd and Maybrick ; as solo instrumentalists, Madame Norman-Neruda, Herr Hallé; and as accompanists, Messrs. Lindsay Sloper, Thouless, Herr W. Ganz and Herr Maurice Strakosch. (The Athenaeum, Saturday, 25 May 1872)

MR. SANTLEY'S CONCERT. One evening last autumn, St. James's Hall was filled with a crowd eager to bid Mr. Santley "God speed," though, perhaps, wondering why an artist who is ever acceptable to English audiences should betake himself across the Atlantic. On Tuesday evening the same hall was filled with another crowd, eager to welcome him back, and bent upon showing that, for unstinted admiration, there is "no place like home." Mr. Santley could hardly have desired better evidence of his great popularity than the reception he met with. It is not so much that ladies waved their handkerchiefs, and men shouted a noisy greeting, as that the whole affair was marked by unmistakable genuineness. The people obviously put their hearts into the work of bidding Mr. Santley welcome, and the value of that sincerity exceeded the worth of any other possible demonstration. It is pleasant to see merit thus recognised - all the more pleasant when distinction has been gained by the honest and unaffected use of natural endowments without stooping in the least degree to artifice or trick. Such distinction is eminently that of our English baritone. Mr. Santley was wise to confine his share of Tuesday's concert to songs he has made familiar, because, if anything could enhance the pleasure of seeing him back, it was the hearing of music closely associated with his name. The selections made were, "O, ruddier than the cherry," "The Bell-ringer," and "Hearts of Oak," with "Pronto io son," and Mozart's "Sola, sola," as concerted pieces. The audience encored all three songs, as a matter of course, especially as they were sung in the artist's grandest manner, and with a voice which seemed to have gained rather than lost by hard work in a strange climate. Mr. Santley granted each demand, substituting the "Yeoman's Wedding Song" for Handel's air, and "The Stirrup Cup" for Wallace's ballad, but repeating the last verse of Boyce's nautical ditty. In the duet from Don Pasquale, sung with Madame Florence Lancia, the audience were reminded of the loss sustained by the Anglo-Italian stage when Mr. Santley withdrew from a position rarely gained by an English artist. Mdlle. Carlotta Patti, Mdme. Neruda, Mdme. Rita, Mr. Lloyd, Mr. Hallé, and others, assisted at the concert, but, as they presented nothing new, it is unnecessary to give details. Mr. Lindsay Sloper, who was associated with Mr. Santley's American tour, accompanied some of the songs. He might well have taken the more dignified place of soloist. (The Musical world, Saturday, 25 May 1872)

The first public appearance of Mr. Santley after his return from America was made at St. James's Hail on Tuesday. The programme selected for the entertainment of his friends and the public was of a nature well calculated to display his varied accomplishments and capability of treating the music of composers in many styles to the best advantage. The interest of the evening was of course centred in Mr. Santley himself, and the reception accorded to him showed how readily his great abilities were remembered and recognised. He sang " O ruddier than the cherry,'' from "Acis and Galatea," introducing the cadence at the end, which, for the sake of art, it is to be wished he had left in America; the "Yeoman's Wedding," by Prince Poniatowski; "The Bellringer," by Wallace ; and " Heart of Oak," by Dr. Boyce, neither song being remarkable for novelty. He was assisted in carrying out his programme by Mesdames Rita, Florence Lancia, Enrique. Abbie Whinnery, Carlotta Patti ; Messrs. Edward Lloyd and Maybrick ; the instrumental portion being confided to Madame Norman-Neruda and Mr. Charles Hallé. The songs were accompanied by Messrs. W. Ganz, Thouless, Strakosch, and Lindsay Sloper. (Morning Post, Monday, 27 May 1872)

Mr. Santley's return to England was heartily welcomed on the 21st of May by a large body of his admirers at a concert at St. James's Hall. He had as colleagues Mesdames P. Rita, A. Whinery, Enriquez, F. Lancia, and Carlotta Patti; Messrs. Lloyd and Maybrick; as solo instrumentalists, Mdme. Norman-Neruda, Mr. Hallé; and as accompanists, Messrs. Lindsay Sloper, Thouless, Herr W. Ganz, and Herr Maurice Strakosch. (Pall Mall Budget, Friday, 31 May 1872)

Sunday, 26 May 1872 : Mr. Louis Engel's Afternoon Concert at Union League Theatre, Corner Of Twenty-Sixth Street And Madison Square.

THE ENGEL ORGAN. Mr. Louis Engel gave an afternoon concert yesterday at the Union League Theater for the purpose of exhibiting his modi?cations of the Needham cabinet organ, of which we have already made some mention. He has two varieties of the instrument. The "piano organ" consists of a small reed instrument placed underneath a piano, in such a way that the two keyboards are in range like the manuals of a church organ, and the performer can use them together or alternately, according to his skill. This, however, is not all. The other one has several improvements in the voicing and action, which increase its brilliancy and power of expression, and is furnished moreover with a lever, worked by the knee, which enables the player to sustain any note or cord ad libitum. With this combination of piano and harmonium, and the sustaining stop, the performer, with a little dexterity and practice, can become almost a band in himself. The effect, however, after all, is only to enable one man to do, more or less imperfectly, the work that properly belong to two. A much more interesting and valuable invention is the so-called Engel organ, which is the ordinary Needham organ improved and enriched almost beyond recognition. The most remarkable of the several devices which characterize it is the addition of a set of hammers like those of a pianoforte, with draw-stops to connect or disconnect them with the reeds at pleasure. We shall not attempt to explain the mechanical contrivance in detail; the brilliant result must have been appreciated by all who heard the performance yesterday. Unlike other cabinet organs it speaks instantaneously when a note is struck, and it is therefore possible to play much quicker and more showy music on it than on the old style of harmonium. The player can so modify his touch as to produce either the simple round organ tone, or the percussive tone of the piano, softened and lengthened by the reeds, or, what is most curious, a genuine pizzicato, hardly distinguishable from the music of a harp. All these different tones can be used at once, and Mr. Engel has a capital arrangement of the serenade from "Don Giovanni," in which he plays the voice part with one ?nger in the sustained organ tone and gives with the left hand and the remaining ?ngers of the right the pizzicato accompaniment which Mozart wrote for the violin. For ordinary music the in instrument can be so played as to produce nearly the effect of a piano or harp in unison with an organ. Another highly important improvement is in connection with the bellows and treadle. In ordinary organs, when the wind is allowed to die away, the breath retires from the reeds with a moan as the pressure of air becomes too weak to give a true musical sound. In the Engel organ the note remains perfect as long as it is audible, and you consequently obtain a more perfect crescendo and decrescendo than any other instrument whatever can give, except the trained human voice. The swell is produced by pressure with the foot upon the same treadle which works the bellows. Mr. Engels performance was a brilliant exhibition of his mastery of the instrument. His fantasia on themes from "Faust," and arrangement of "The Last Rose of Summer" were particularly good. Miss Nininger varied the entertainment with a little vocal music, and Mr. Lindsay Sloper was the accompanist. (General Assembly Journal, Monday, 27 May 1872)

Saturday, 1 June 1872 : Mr. S. Arthur Chappell's Popular Concert for the London International Exhibition at Royal Albert Hall.

ROYAL ALBERT HALL POPULAR CONCERTS, under the direction of Mr. S. ARTHUR, CHAPPELL. - on Saturday afternoon next, June 1, the PROGRAMME will include a quartet by Haydn, Beethoven's Sonata in F. for pianoforte and violin, and Solos for pianoforte and organ. Executants, Mme. Norman Neruda, L. Ries, Straus. Pezze; pianoforte, Mr. Charles Hallé; organ, Mr. W. S. Hoyte; vocalist, Mr. Sims Reeves, who will sing Adelaide, and Once again; accompanyist, Mr. Lindsay Sloper. Price of admission :- Amphitheatre stalls, 10s. 6d.; arena, 7s. 6d.; balcony (front and second rows), 5s.; ditto, other rows, 4s.: organ gallery, 3s.; gallery 2s.; private boxes. from two to four guineas. Tickets may be obtained at Chappell and Co.'s, 50, New Bond-street; of all the usual Agents ; and at the Royal Albert-hall. (The Times, Monday, 27 May 1872) (Also: The Times, Wednesday, 29 May 1872; The Times, Tuesday, 28 May 1872; Daily News, Monday, 27 May 1872.)

LONDON INTERNATIONAL EXHIBITION, 1872. SATURDAY, JUNE 1st-Admission, 1s. MILITARY BAND in the Royal Horticultural Gardens at Four. Mr. J. ARTHUR CHAPPELL'S POPULAR CONCERT in the Royal Albert Hall at Three. Executants: Madame NORMAN-NERUDA, L. RIES, STRAUS, PEZZE. Pianoforte, Mr. CHARLES HALLE. Organ, Mr J. W. S. HOYTE. Vocalist, Mr. SIMS REEVES, who will sing "Adelaide" and "Once again." Accompanist, Mr. LINDSAY SLOPER. Admission - From the Exhibition Gallery, 1s. Organ Gallery, 2s. Balcony, 3s. Area Stalls, 6s. 6d. (Hampshire/Portsmouth Telegraph, Wednesday, 29 May 1872)

ALBERT HALL POPULAR CONCERTS, under the direction of Mr. S. Arthur Chappell.-On SATURDAY AFTERNOON next, June 1, at 3.0, the Programme will include a Quartet by Haydn. Beethoven Sonata in F, for pianoforte and violin, and sonata for pianoforte and organ - Executants, Mme. Norman-Neruda. L Ries, Straus, Pezie. Pianoforte, Mr. Chas. Hallé, Organ. Mr. W. S. Hoyte. Vocalist, Mr. Sims Reeves, who will give "Adelaide" and "Once Affam." Accompaniste, Lindsay Sloper, Price of admission : Amphitheatre stalls. 10s. 6d. ; arena, 7s. 6d ; balcony, front and second rows, 5s. : ditto, other rows. 1s. : organ gallery. 5s. Gallery, 1s. 6d. ; private boxes from two to four guineas. Tickets may be obtained at Chappell and Co's 50, New Bond-street; of all the musicsellers, and at the Royal Albert Hall (Daily News, Thursday, 30 May 1872)

ROYAL ALBERT HALL POPULAR CONCERTS, under the direction of Mr. S. ARTHUR, CHAPPELL. - To-morrow (Saturday)afternoon, June 1, the PROGRAMME will include a quartet by Haydn, Beethoven's Sonata in F. for pianoforte and violin, and Solos for pianoforte and organ. Executants, Mme. Norman Neruda, L. Ries, Straus. Pezze; pianoforte, Mr. Charles Hallé; organ, Mr. W. S. Hoyte; vocalist, Mr. Sims Reeves, who will sing Adelaide, and Once again; accompanyist, Mr. Lindsay Sloper. Price of admission :- Amphitheatre stalls, 10s. 6d.; arena, 7s. 6d.; balcony (front and second rows), 5s.; ditto, other rows, 4s.: organ gallery, 3s.; gallery 2s.; private boxes. from two to four guineas. Tickets may be obtained at Chappell and Co.'s, 50, New Bond-street; of all the usual Agents ; and at the Royal Albert-hall. (The Times, Friday, 31 May 1872)

ROYAL ALBERT HALL. The programme of the Popular Concert, under the direction of Mr. S. Arthur Chappell, for Saturday the 1st instant, commenced with an Air with variations in A major, and finale fugato for organ, the composition of Mr. Henry Smart. Mr. W. S. Hoyle, who played it, showed great power of execution. Mr. Hoyle afterwards gave Mendelssohn's sonata in B flat, No. 4. Haydn's characteristic quartet, No. 77, was perfectly rendered by Mdme. Norman-Neruda, MM. Ries, Straus, and Pezze, as was also Beethoven's Sonata in F major (Op. 24), by Mdme. Neruda and Mr. Hallé. This sonata needs no description. Mr. Hallé's name was entered in the programme for a pianoforte solo, and he gave Mendelssohn's Andante e Rondo Capriccioso in E. Often as this rondo is performed we may safely state that it has rarely been better played than on Saturday. Mr. Sims Reeves was the vocalist, and he appeared to be no wise inclined to damage his reputation by singing below the mark. His first song was " Adelaide" in which he had the advantage of Mr. Lindsay Sloper's accompaniment, and there are few players more capable of duly interpreting the poetical accompaniment of this most impassioned of songs. A universal encore was the consequence of this fine performance in answer to which Mr. Reeves bowed his thanks. Mr. Sullivan's pretty composition, "Once again," was Mr. Reeves' other song, and, of course, he was encored, substituting Balfe's "Come into the garden, Maud," which was loudly applauded. The hall was well filled.-H. L. (The Musical world, Saturday, 8 June 1872)

Tuesday, 4 June 1872 : Madame Florence Lancia's Matinée Musicale at 44, Berkeley-Square.

ST. GEORGE'S HALL. W. Madame FROSTS GRAND HARP CONCERT Tuesday evening, May 28 at Eight.- Mesdames Liebhart, La Zarifa Carnen, Drasdil, Adelaide Newton, Maud Stuart, Strindberg, Elmore, Therese Liebe, the London Orpheus Quartett, Messrs. Wallace, Wells, Frank Henry, John Thomas. Lindsay Sloper. Stanislaus, Henry Parker, Lehmeyer. Admission, 1s.,tickets, 5s., 3s., 2s.. JUNE 4TH. MADAME FLORENCE LANCIA will give her MATINEE MUSICALE, at 44. Berkeley-square, by kind permission of Lady Burrell. Artists: Madame Pauline Rita, Madame Florence Lancia. and Miss Enriquez; Signor Gardoni, Mr. W. H. Cummings. Mr. Maybrick, and Mr. Santley; Signor Tito Mattei and Mons. Sainton. Conductors - Herr Ganz, and Mr. Lindsay Sloper.-Tickets, half a guinea, to be had only of Madame Lancia, 7a, Maida-hill-west, W. (The Standard, Saturday, 25 May 1872)

Wednesday, 5 June 1872 : Mademoiselle Christine Nilsson's First Grand Morning Concert at St. James's Hall, Piccadilly.

MDLLE. CHRISTINE NILSSON has the honour to announce TWO MORNING CONCERTS at the ST. JAMES'S HALL, on WEDNESDAY, June 5th, and on MONDAY, June 24th, these being the only Concerts at which Mdlle. Christine Nilsson will appear during this season. On these occasions Mdlle. Christine Nilsson will be assisted by the following eminent Artistes-: Madame Patey, Mr Sims Reeves, and Mr Santley. Piano, Mdlle. Emma Brandes; Violin, Madame Norman-Neruda; Flute, M. De Vroye. Conductors, Sir Julius Benedict, Mr Lindsey Sloper, and Randegger. Tickets at the principal Libraries, Musicsellers, and Concert Agents. (The orchestra, Oct. 1863-Mar. 1881, Friday, 24 May 1872) (Also: Pall Mall Gazette, Wednesday, 29 May 1872; The orchestra, Oct. 1863-Mar. 1881, Friday, 31 May 1872; The Times, Wednesday, 29 May 1872; Morning Post, Wednesday, 29 May 1872; The Times, Monday, 27 May 1872; Daily News, Monday, 27 May 1872; The Era, Sunday, 26 May 1872; Pall Mall Gazette, Wednesday, 29 May 1872.)

MDLLE. CHRISTINE NILSSON has the honour to announce TWO MORNING CONCERTS, at St. James's Hall, Wednesday, June 5 and Monday, June 24, these being the only Concerts at which Mdlle. Christine Nilsson will appear during this Season. On these occasions Mdlle. Christine Nilsson will be assisted by the following eminent Artists:- Madame Patey, Mr. Sims Reeves, and Mr. Santley. Violin - Madame Norman-Neruda. Harp - Mr. J. Thomas. Piano - Mdlle. Emma Brandes. Conductor - Sir Julius Benedict, Mr. Lindsay Sloper, and Randegger. Programmes and tickets at the principal Libraries, Musicsellers, and Concert Agents. (The Athenaeum, Saturday, 25 May 1872) (Also: The Musical World, Saturday, 25 May 1872; The Musical world, Saturday, 1 June 1872.)

MADLLE. CHRISTINE NILSSON'S FIRST GRAND MORNING CONCERT, WEDNESDAY, June 5 to commence at three o'clock.- St. James's Hall.- Programme : Part I. -Sonata in G for violin and piano, Madame Norman-Neruda and Madlle. Emma Brandes, Beethoven ; The Spirit's Song, Madame Patey, Haydn ; O ruddier than the cherry, Mr Santley, Handel ; Fantasia, flute, M. de Vroye ; Angels ever bright and fair, Madlle. Christine Nilsson, Handel; Adelaide Mr. Sims Reeves, Beethoven; Tute le feste, Madlle. Christine Nilsson and Mr. Santley, Verdi; Larghetto, et Tarantella, Nardini et Vieuxtemps, violin, Madame Norman-Neruda ; Song, Little baby's gone to sleep, Madame Patey, Benedict ; New Song, 'Tis better not to know, Mr. Sims Reeves, F. Clay ; Scena and aria, Ardon gl' incensi, Madlle. Christine Nilsson : flute, M de Vroye, Donizetti. Part ll. -Solos, pianoforte, Madlle. Emma Brandes, Schumann and Chopin : Mira la bianca luna Madlle Christine Nilsson and Mr. Sims Reeves, Rossini ; Solo, violin, Madame Norman-Neruda, Ernst ; Romance, Peacefully slumber, Madame Patey, Randegger; The Yeoman's Wedding, Mr. Santley, Prince Poniatowski ; Ballad, Once again, Mr. Sims Reeves, Sullivan; Solo, pianoforte, Madlle. Emma Brandes, C. M. von Weber ; Swedish National Melodies, Madlle. Christine Nilsson ; Wedding March, Mendelssohn. Conductors, Sir Julius Benedict, Mr. Lindsay Sloper, and Signor Randegger. Sofa stalls, £1 1s.; platform stalls, £1 1s.; balcony stalls, 15s. and 10s. 6d.; reserved seats, 10s. 6d.; area, 5s.; back balcony, 5s.; upper balcony, 3s.; orchestra, 3s.- Tickets at the principal musicsellers' and libraries, and at Mr. Austin's ticket office, St James's Hall. (Morning Post, Monday, 27 May 1872) (Also: Daily News, Tuesday, 28 May 1872.)

MDLLE. CHRISTINE NILSSON CONCERT, June 5th at the ST. JAMES'S HALL. Mdlle. Christine Nilsson will SING Angels ever bright and fair (Handel), Tutte le feste (Verdi), with Mr. Santley; Ardon gl' incense (Donizetti); Mira la bianca luna (Rossini), with Mr. Sims Reeves; and Swedish national melodies. Conductors, Sir Julius Benedict, Mr Lindsey Sloper, and Signor Randegger. Tickets at the principal Libraries and Musicsellers, and also at Mr. Austin's ticket office, St. James's-hall. Doors open at 2. (The Times, Friday, 31 May 1872)

MDLLE. CHRISTINE NILSSON has the honour to announce TWO MORNING CONCERTS, at the St. James's Hall, on Wednesday, June 6. and on Monday, June 24, these being the only Concerts at which Mdlle. Christine Nilsson will appear during this season. On these occasions Mdlle. Christine Nilsson will be assisted by the following eminent artistes: - Madame Patey, Mr. Sims Reeves, and Mr. Santley; piano, Mdlle. Emma Brandes; violin, Madame Norman-Neruda; Flute. M. De Vroye. Conductors, Sir Julius Benedict, Messrs. Lindsay Sloper and Randegger. Stalls, 21s.; reserved seats, 10s. 6d.; balcony, 15s. and 10s. 6d.; area, 5s.; admission, 3s. Programmes and tickets at the principal libraries, musicsellers, and concert agents. (Musical Times, Saturday, 1 June 1872) (Also: Musical standard, Saturday, 1 June 1872; Musical times and singing class circular, 1844-1903, Saturday, 1 June 1872.)

Madlle. Christine Nilsson's Grand Morning Concert. TO-MORROW, June 5.- Madlle. CHRISTINE NILSSON'S CONCERT, June 5, St. James's Hall - Madlle Christine Mission will SING "Angels ever bright and fair (Handel), " Tutte le feste " (Verdi), with Mr. Santley "Ardon gl' incensi" (Donizetti), "Mira la bianca luna" (Rossini), with Mr. Sims Reeves ; and Swedish National Melodies. Conductors, Sir J. Benedict, Mr. Lindsay Sloper and Signor Randegger. Tickets at the principal libraries and music-sellers, and also at Mr. Austin's ticket-office, St. James's Hall Doors open at two. JUNE 5.- Madlle. CHRISTINE NILSSON'S CONCERT, June 5. -Madame PATEY will SING Haydn's Spirit Song, Benedict's new song, "Little baby's gone to sleep," and " Peacefully slumber" (Randegger). Prices 21s. 15s., 10s. 6d., 5s., and 3s. To commence at three. (Morning Post, Tuesday, 4 June 1872)

CHRISTINE NILSSON'S CONCERT, TO-DAY, St. James's Hall -Madlle. CHRISTINE NILSSON will SING "Angels ever bright and fair" (Handel), --Tutte le feste " (Verdi), with Mr. Santley ; "Ardon gl' incensi " (Donizetti), " Mira la bianca luna " (Rossini), with Mr. Sims Reeves ; and " Aye Maria " (Gounod), for voice and violin, with Madame Norma-Neruda. Conductors, Sir J. Benedict, Mr. Lindsay Sloper, and Signor Randegger. Tickets at the principal libraries and musicsellers', and also at Mr. Austin's ticket-office, St. James's Hall. Doors open at two. (Daily News, Tuesday, 4 June 1872) (Also: Daily News, Wednesday, 5 June 1872.)

TO-DAY.- CHRISTINE NILSSON'S CONCERT, St. James's Hall -Madlle. CHRISTINE NILSSON will SING "Angels ever bright and fair" (Handel), --Tutte le feste " (Verdi), with Mr. Santley ; "Ardon gl' incensi " (Donizetti), " Mira la bianca luna " (Rossini), with Mr. Sims Reeves ; and " Aye Maria " (Gounod), for voice and violin, with Madame Norma-Neruda. Conductors, Sir J. Benedict, Mr. Lindsay Sloper, and Signor Randegger. Prices, 21s., 15s., 10s. 6d., 5s., and 3s. Tickets at the principal libraries and musicsellers', and also at Mr. Austin's ticket-office, St. James's Hall. Doors open at two. (Morning Post, Wednesday, 5 June 1872)

MDLLE. NILSSON'S CONCERT. The re-appearance of the eminent Swedish singer at her Majesty's Opera was recorded last week. Her enthusiastic reception then was paralleled by that which followed her first entry on the platform of St. James's-hall at Wednesday's concert; the first of the two announced by Mdlle. Nilsson. The intense feeling and expression with which she gave Handel's air, "Angels ever bright and fair," produced a profound impression, as on past occasions of its delivery by the same vocalist. Other performances by Mdlle. Nilsson were (with Mr. Santley), in the duet from Rigoletto, "Tutte le feste;" the great scena from Lucia di Lammermoor; in Rossini's duet (with Mr. Sims Reeves), " Mira la bianca luna," and M. Gounod's adaptation, as an " Ave Maria, " of one of the preludes of Bach's Wohltemperierte Clavier. In all these instances, the pure and brilliant quality of Mdlle. Nilsson's voice, and the finish and refinement of her style, were admirably manifested, and drew forth enthusiastic applause. Mr. Sims Reeves sang Beethoven's " Adelaida" as only he can sing it and gave, with great effect, a new song, "'Tis better not to know," composed by Mr. F. Clay, to words by Mr. Shirley Brooks. Mr. Santley sang "O ruddier than the cherry," and "The Yeoman's Wedding," as finely as on innumerable previous occasions; and other vocal pieces were given by Madame Patey. Mdlle. Emma Brandes, Madame Norman-Neruda, and M. De Vroye contributed performances on their respective instruments - pianoforte, violin, and flute; and the office of accompanist was divided between Sir Julius Benedict, .Mr. Lindsay Sloper, and Signor Randegger. The hall was filled with a fashionable audience. The next concert is announced for June 24. (Daily News, Saturday, 8 June 1872)

The first of Mdlle. Christine Nilsson's two morning concerts took place, at St. James's Hall, on Wednesday, when the eminent Swedish vocalist sang Handel's air "Angels ever bright and fair" and M. Gounod's "Ave Maria," adapted from_ Bach, with fervent expression, and the from Lucia Lammermoor with that dramatic power which has so often been displayed in her stage performances, Mdlle. Nilsson was also heard in operatic duets with Mr, Sims Reeves and Mr. Santley, each of whom contributed vocal solos, as did Madame [?]. The concert included instrumental performances … Mdlle. Brandes (pianoforte), Madame Norman-Neruda (violin), and M. De Vroye (flute). Sir Julius Benedict, Mr. Lindsay Sloper, and Signor Randegger were the accompanists. (Illustrated London News, Saturday, 8 June 1872)

MDLLE NILSSON'S MORNING CONCERT. This celebrated singer, after an absence of two years from the London Concert Rooms, gave her first concert at St. James's Hall on Wednesday morning. As Mdlle. Nilsson has announced that her own two concerts will be the only occasions when she will sing apart from the Opera, great interest was manifested by the audience which crowded St James's Hall in every part and scarcely left a seat vacant. The first items of the programme passed ever with comparative tameness, so eager was the vast Audience for the appearance of Mdlle. Nilsson herself. When at last the fair Swedish nightingale appeared the applause was tumultuous, and the first air, which with a most happy choice was Handel's "Angels ever bright and fair," created an extraordinary impression. Listening breathless during its performance, vehement endeavours were made to encore it at the conclusion, but Mdlle. Nilsson merely bowed her acknowledgements as she returned to the platform. We are convinced that the audience carried away with them the remembrance of Mdlle. Nilsson's singing of "Angels ever bright and fair" as one of the most delightful recollections of a delightful concert, and also as a specimen of the most remarkable singing of sacred music they had ever heard. Mdlle. Nilsson's voice, though less silvery and ethereal in the upper register than we remember it two years ago, has gained considerably in the middle and lower tones, and has increased in volume as well as improved in quality. There is no necessity for this exquisite singer to use force in singing. The pure and sympathetic quality of her voice makes it quite distinct and audible, and we are sure that most who hear her will gladly welcome the charming purity, refinement, and good intonation in which she excels rather than any merely declamatory effort. The fair singer's second effort was with Mr. Santley in the duet from Rigoletto, a triumph for both singers. Then Mdlle. Nilsson sang the air from the third act of Lucia with remarkable fluency, grace, and tenderness, the upper notes being given out with bell-like sweetness and brilliancy. Rossini's duet, "Mira bianca la luna," with Mr. Sims Reeves, also pleased greatly; but, to our thinking, the gem of the concert was Gounod's "Ave Maria," which, hackneyed as it has been for the past season, came out with a new charm under the spell of Mdlle. Nilsson's exquisite singing. Though the very last item in the concert, the audience stayed and cheered so heartily that the singer, to satisfy them, returned and repeated the air with even increased effect. Madame Norman-Neruda accompanied with the violin, but we confess we sadly missed the harmonium, and think the air should always have that accompaniment; it is a great improvement. Madame Patey was the only feminine vocalist besides the concert giver, and sang with great expression and remarkable volume of tone Haydn's "Spirit's song," Sir Julius Benedict's simple air "Little baby's gone to sleep," and Randegger's capital romance "Peacefully slumber," which produced, as usual, a great impression from its quiet beauty and grace. The composer accompanied with charming refinement and delicacy. Mr. Sims Reeves spite of the splendid weather, had not quite overcome the remembrance of 'the days that are dark and dreary,' and was not in good voice. He, however, sang with his usual splendid style in, Beethoven's ''Adelaida," and a new song called "'It is better not to know," composed by Mr. Frederick Clay, with excellent words by Shirley Brooks. The song was well received and will add to Mr. Clay's reputation. Mr. Santley gave Handel's "Ruddier than the Cherry" as only Mr Santley can sing that difficult yet attractive air. The opening recitative was delivered with a breadth and richness of tone combined with splendid declamation, such as we must go back to Herr Staudigl to compare with, for never since have we heard a singer to do full justice to this magnificent song, save Mr Santley. The florid passages were taken at full time, and without a flaw, while a short shake, introduced towards the close, was executed with a precision rare indeed at the present day, when the art of executing a shake seems almost forgotten by male singers. In the "Yeoman's Wedding Song " Mr. Santley could not resist the encore awarded, and gave another song to pacify his admirers. The instrumental music was also interesting, the French flautist M, de Vroye, charming his hearers with a solo, and accompanying Mdlle Nilsson in the air from Lucia with admirable taste and finish. Mdlle. Emma Brandes played a solo on the pianoforte of Schubert and Chopin, also a duet of Beethoven's with Madame Neruda. She played likewise Weber's pianoforte solo "Il Moto Continua" exceedingly well, and was very much applauded. Madame Norman-Neruda, whose playing we have already alluded to, was even more successful than usual in Ernst's "Elegie," which she played with fine tone and great expression, not exaggerating the plaintive character of the piece, so as to make it dull and melancholy. A solo tarantella, by Vieuxtemps, was also played with the utmost brilliancy. Having done justice to the various solo performances let us pay a well-merited compliment to Sir Julius Benedict and Mr. Lindsay Sloper for admirable accompaniments, and, in conclusion, express a hope that Mdlle. Nilsson's second concert may equal the first in the charming variety of the programme, and in the full attendance of a delighted auditory. (The Era, Sunday, 9 June 1872)

MDLLE NILSSON'S CONCERT. 'Mdlle. Nilsson's concert at St. James's Hall on Wednesday morning, was one of the most interesting of the season. A most enthusiastic reception was given to the Swedish Songstress, and every piece she sung was loudly applauded. The first piece was " Angels ever bright and fair;" from Handel's "Theodora," which was followed by the mad scena, " Arden gl' insensi," from Lucia. Mdle. Nilsson also took part in two duets, one with Mr. Sims Reeves in Rossini's "Mira la bianca luna," and the other with Mr. Santley, in "Tutte le feste," from Rigoletto. Mr. Sims Reeves gave a new song, " "'Tis better not to know," written by Mr. Shirley Brooks. and composed by Mr. F. Clay. Mr. Santley gave his several pieces in masterly style, Prince Poniatowski's "Yeoman's Wedding" - eliciting much applause. Among the soloists Madame Patey must also be named. The instrumentalists were Mdlle. Emma Brandes and Madame Norman-Neruda (who gave a brilliant interpretation of Beethoven's sonata in G for piano and violin. Sir Julius Benedict, Mr. Lindsay Sloper, and Signor Randegger were the conductors, and the entire concert gave the fullest satisfaction to a numerous and fashionable audience. (Lloyd's Illustrated Newspaper, Sunday, 9 June 1872)

MDLLE. NILSSON'S CONCERT. Mdlle. Christine Nilsson gave the first of two morning concerts at St. James's Hall, on Wednesday. Under any circumstances a concert given by this distinguished artist would inevitably attract a large audience, and now that it is whispered Mdlle. Nilsson will shortly cease to appear as frequently as usual in public, musical amateurs of every grade are naturally more than ever anxious to make the most of any opportunities there may be of hearing her. Mdlle. Nilsson took a considerable share of the general responsibilities, and gave, first, Handel's air, "Angels ever bright and fair," Her most important solo was the scena and air, Ardon gl'incensi," from Lucia -flute obbligato by M. de Vroye. This was a remarkable example of finished vocalisation. M. Gounod's "Ave Maria," or Meditation," founded on Bach's prelude, was the third solo announced for the concert-giver. In this Madame Norman-Neruda took the violin part. Mdlle. Nilsson also sang in two duets-the first "Tutte le feste," from Rigoletto, with Mr. Santley, and the second the beautiful "Mira la bianca luna" of Rossini's "Soirees Musicales," with Mr. Sims Reeves. These frequent appearances in the course of the concert formed the great inducement for so many persons to visit St. James's Hall, although the programme included other features of scarcely inferior interest. Madame Patey sang Haydn's "Spirit's Song," "Little baby's gone to sleep" (by Sir Julius Benedict), and Randegger's " Peacefully slumber ; and Madame man-Neruda performed | Ernst's "Elegie" for the violin. Mdlle. Emma Brandes, the clever pupil of Madame Schumann, played a valse of Chopin's, and Schumann's "Traumeswirren with equal neatness and facility. M. de Vroye, a flute-player of the first rank, gave an andante Spohr and a Siciliana of J. S. Bach's. One of Mr. Sims Reeves' solos was a new song by F. Clay, words by Mr. Shirley Brooks. If composers always had such verses at command, we might perhaps get a better class of song than we ordinarily meet with for drawing-room use. Mr. Reeves likewise gave Beethoven's Adelaida." Mr. Santley's two songs were "Ruddier than the cherry" and Prince Poniatowski's "Yeoman's Wedding Song." The conductors were Sir Julius Benedict, Mr. Lindsay Sloper, and Signor Randegger. (Morning Advertiser, Monday, 10 June 1872)

MDLLE. CHRISTINE NILSSON'S CONCERT. This fascinating lady gave her first grand morning concert, at St. James's Hall, on the afternoon of Wednesday se'nnight. Never have we seen the hall in Piccadilly filled with so gay an audience, ladies in every colour of the rainbow, interspersed by a few of the sterner sex, occupied every available seat; and the applause with which this popular singer was received, showed that the fair Swede was right well welcomed back to England. If the programme contained no novelty, at least all that was done was of the best kind, and the execution thereof well nigh perfect. Beethoven's sonata in G for piano and violin worthily opened the concert ; it was admirably played by Mdlle. Emma Brandes and Mdme. Norman-Neruda. Mdme. Patey selected Haydn's "Spirit song," the charming ballad "Little baby's gone to sleep," by Sir Jules Benedict, and a rather poor romance by Randegger " Peacefully slumber." Her singing only wanted a little more spirit to have been perfect. Mr. Santley chose the ever fresh "O ruddier than the cherry" and Prince Poniatowski's noisy song "The yeoman's wedding." His voice seemed to be richer and better than ever. Mr. Sims Reeves, who was by no means in good voice, sang "Adelaide" and a new ballad "'Tis better not to know," by F. Clay; the music of this is not very interesting, and the accompaniment is certainly overwrought. Mdlle. Nilsson sang "Angels ever bright and fair," the mad scena and aria from "Lucia," and also joined Mr. Santley in "Tutte le feste," from "Rigoletto," subsequently singing Rossini's "Mira la bianca" with Mr. Reeves. Her voice was as bright and sympathetic as ever, her execution as facile as of yore; occasionally, we fancied that her organ shewed signs of overwork, but this is not to be wondered at when her two years' engagement in America is taken into account. M. De Voye played the flute part in Donizetti's fine scena, and also rendered an andante by Spohr and Siciliana of Bach's in a most finished style. It would be unjust to omit a word of praise to Mdlle. Brandes for her spirited performance of a valse by Chopin and the "perpetual motion" movement from Weber's well-known sonata. This young lady improves each time we hear her; she is rapidly gaining a foremost place among our London Pianists. Bach and Gounod's "Ave Maria" was chosen as the concluding piece; we hardly know whether to admire Mdme. Norman-Neruda's violin playing or Mdlle. Nilsson's delicious singing the most ; we missed the harmonium part, which is very effective. The accompanyists were Sir Jules Benedict, Mr. Lindsay Sloper, and Signor Randegger. It is needless to add that each of these gentlemen is facile princep in this important duty. (Musical standard, Saturday, 15 June 1872)

MDLLE. NILSSON'S CONCERT. The announcement made some time ago that Mdlle. Christine Nilsson would appear at only two concerts during the present season was sufficient to secure an overflowing audience for the first, which took place in St. James's Hall. It is usual, when such a "star " appears, to adapt the surroundings with a view rather to contrast than comparison; but Mdlle. Nilsson honoured this rule by breaking it, the artists who supported her having, in most cases, an equal claim with herself to public favour. The result was an entertainment of unique merit in its way, and entirely worthy the special distinction which attended it. Mdlle. Nilsson took a liberal share of the programme, not fewer than five pieces having her name attached. She began with the lovely air sung by Handel's Theodora as she is led to execution. Mdlle. Nilsson long ago adopted "Angels ever bright and fair," and her performance of it on this occasion was simply a repetition of a familiar success. Purists might urge, perhaps, that her rendering of the music slightly exaggerates its sentiment; but the audience of Wednesday entertained no such idea, and would gladly have had the performance repeated. The fair concert-giver next took part with Mr. Santley in Verdi's "Tutte le feste," (Rigoletto,) after which she sang the "mad music " from Lucia di Lammermoor, and joined Mr. Sims Reeves in Rossini's "Mira la bianca luna." The time for criticism upon efforts such as these, when made by Mdlle. Nilsson, has long gone by; and we say all that is necessary in stating that they showed no abatement of the old and well-remembered charm which raised the Swedish songstress to eminence. Madame Patey was heard to great advantage in Haydn's "Spirit Song," Benedict's "Little baby's gone to sleep," and Randegger's "Peacefully slumber," all of which are adapted to display her fine voice and style. Mr. Reeves' songs were "Adelaide," and a new composition by F. Clay, "'Tis better not to know;" those of Mr. Santley being "O ruddier than the cherry " and " The Yeoman's Wedding." How artists so eminent acquitted themselves there is no need to tell. The instrumental soloists were Mdlle. Brandes (pianoforte), Madame Neruda (violin), and M. de Vroye (flute). Sir Julius Benedict, Mr. Lindsay Sloper, and Signor Randegger were the accompanists. (The Musical world, Saturday, 15 June 1872)

Monday, 10 June 1872 : Madame Raby Barrett's Annual Concert at Beethoven Rooms, 76 Harley-St.

MADAME RABY BARRETT'S ANNUAL CONCERT, at the Beethoven Rooms, on Monday, June 10th, to commence at 3 o'clock. Artists - Madame Raby Barrett, Miss Alice Barnett, and Madame Sydney Pratten ; Mr. Walter Reeves, Mr. Montem Smith, Mr. John Thomas (harpist to the Queen), R. J. Rockstro, Mr. Auguste Van Beine, Mr. C. Ward, and Mr. Lindsay Sloper. Conductors -- Mr. J. G. Callcott, M. Isadore de Solla, and Mr. C. Ward, Tickets at all music publishers'; and of Madame Raby Barrett, No 27, Harley-street, Cavendish-square. (The Times, Wednesday, 29 May 1872)

MADAME RABY BARRETT'S ANNUAL CONCERT, at the Beethoven Rooms, on Monday. June 10th, to commence at 3 o'clock. Artists - Madame Raby Barrett, Miss Alice Barrett, and Madame Sydney Pratten ; Mr. Walter Reeves, Mr. Montem Smith, Mr. John Thomas (harpist to the Queen),Mr. R. J. R. Rockstro, Mr. Auguste Van Beine, Mr. C. Ward, and Mr. Lindsay Sloper. Conductors - Mr. J. G. Callcott, M. Isadore De Solla, and Mr. C. Ward. Tickets at all music publishers'; and of Madame Raby Barrett, No. 27, Harley-street, Cavendish-square, W. (The Times, Wednesday, 5 June 1872)

Monday, 17 June 1872 : Sir Julius Benedict's Annual Grand Morning Concert at Floral Hall, Royal Italian Opera, Covent Garden.

UNDER the immediate PATRONAGE of their Royal Highnesses the Prince and Princess of WALES and the Royal Family. Sir JULIUS BENEDICT begs to announce his ANNUAL GRAND MORNING CONCERT, FLORAL HALL, ROYAL ITALIAN OPERA, COVENT-GARDEN, June 17th. Supported by Madame Adelina Patti and Madame Pauline Lucca; Mdlle. Mathilde Sessi and Mdlle Albani; Mdlle. Smeroschi, Miss Edith Wynne, and Mdlle. Marianne Brandt, Mdlle. Scalchi, Madame Patey, Madame Sinico, and Madame Monbelli; Signori Naudin, Bettini, Ciampi, and Nicolini; M. Faure, Signori Bagagiolo, Cotogni, and Graziani. Pianoforte, Mr Lindsay Sloper and Mr F. H. Gowan. Violin, Madame Norman-Neruda. Harp, Mr. J. Thomas. Conductors, MM. Vianesi, Bevignani, Randegger, and Cusins. Stalls, One Guinea each; Reserved Seats, 10s. 6d. Tickets at the principal Libraries and Musicsellers; Austin's Ticket Office, St. James's Hall; at the Box-office, Royal Italian Opera; and of Sir J. Benedict, 2, Manchester-square, W. (The Era, Sunday, 19 May 1872) (Also: Pall Mall Gazette, Wednesday, 29 May 1872; Pall Mall Gazette, Wednesday, 29 May 1872; Morning Post, Wednesday, 29 May 1872; The Era, Sunday, 26 May 1872.)

R. H. intends repeating the Programme EVERY DAY during THIS WEEK. WORTH WOOLWICH ROYAL GARDENS.- GARDENS.- BAND One o'clock-COMIC CONCERT at Four o'clock COMIC OPERA. Carrot and Pa-Snip, with the Paynes, Emeraline Cole Marie, Pascol, and Ballets at Seven o'clock-Dancing to the Royal Quadrille Band all Day and Evening-Grand Picture NOTICE. -Great preparations are being made for the First Momir Firework Night, SATURDAY NEXT. See Bills, &c. No Smoroschi, Miss Edith Wynne, Mrs. Weldon, and Mile. Brandt; Mile. Scalchi, Mme. Patey, Mme. Sinico, and Mme. Monbelli; Signori Naudin, Bettini, Ciampi, and Nicolini; M. Faure, Signori Bagagiolo, Cotogni, and Graziani. Pianoforte, Sir J. Benedict, MM. Lindsay Sloper, F. H. Cowen, and Mr. Charles Hallé. Violin, Mme. Norman-Neruda. Harp, Mr. J. Thomas. Stalls, One Guinea each; Reserved Seats 10s. 6d., at the Principal Libraries, Musicsellers ; Austin's Ticket-office, St. James's Hall; Box-office. (Morning Advertiser, Wednesday, 29 May 1872)

Under the immediate Patronage of Their Royal Highnesses the Prince and Princess of WALES, And the Royal Family. SIR JULIUS BENEDICT Begs to announce his ANNUAL MORNING CONCERT, Floral Hall, Royal Italian Opera, June 17th. Supported by Mdme. Adelina Patti and Mdme. Pauline Lucca, Mdlle. Mathilde Sessi and Mdlle. Albani; Mdlle. Smeroschi, Miss Edith Wynne, Mrs. Weldon, and Mdlle. Brandt; Mdlle. Scalchi, Mdme. Patey, Mdme. Sinico, and Mdme. Monbelli; Signori Naudin, Bettini, Ciampi, and Nicolini; M. Faure, Signori Bagagiolo, Cotogni, and Graziani. Pianoforte - Sir J. Benedict, MM. Lindsay Sloper, F. H. Cowen, and Mr. Charles Hallé. Violin - Mdme. Norman-Neruda. Harp - Mr. J. Thomas. Stalls, One Guinea; Reserved Seats, 10s. 6d.; Admission, 5s. at the principal Libraries and Musicsellers; Austin's Ticket Office, St. James's Hall; Box Office, Royal Italian Opera; and of Sir J. Benedict, 2, Manchester Square, W. Full Programmes now ready, Saturday, June 1. (The orchestra, Oct. 1863-Mar. 1881, Friday, 31 May 1872) (Also: The Musical world, Saturday, 1 June 1872.)

UNDER the immediate PATRONAGE of their Royal Highnesses the Prince and Princess of WALES and the Royal Family. Sir JULIUS BENEDICT begs to announce his ANNUAL GRAND MORNING CONCERT, FLORAL HALL, ROYAL ITALIAN OPERA, COVENT-GARDEN, June 17th. To commence at 2 o'clock, terminate about 6 o'clock. Supported by Madame Adelina Patti and Madame Pauline Lucca; Mdlle. Mathilde Sessi and Mdlle Albani; Mdlle. Smeroschi, Miss Edith Wynne, and Mdlle. Marianne Brandt, Mdlle. Scalchi, Madame Patey, Madame Sinico, and Madame Monbelli; Signori Naudin, Bettini, Ciampi, and Nicolini; M. Faure, Signori Bagagiolo, Cotogni, and Graziani. Pianoforte, Sir. J. Benedict, MM. Lindsay Sloper and F. H. Cowen. Violin, Madame Norman-Neruda. Harp, Mr. J. Thomas. Stalls, One Guinea each; Reserved Seats, 10s. 6d. Tickets at the principal Libraries and Musicsellers; Austin's Ticket Office, St. James's Hall; at the Box-office, Royal Italian Opera; and of Sir J. Benedict, 2, Manchester-square, W. Programme ready June 3. (The Times, Friday, 31 May 1872)

UNDER the immediate PATRONAGE of their Royal Highnesses the Prince and Princess of WALES and the Royal Family - SIR JULIUS BENEDICT begs to announce his ANNUAL GRAND MORNING CONCERT, Floral Hall, Royal Italian Opera, June 17. Supported by Madame Adelina Patti and Madame Pauline Lucca, Mdlle. Mathilda Sens), and Mdlle. Albani; Mdlle. Smeroschi, Miss Edith Wynne, Mrs. Weldon, and Mdlle. Brandt; Mdlle. Scalchi, Madame Patey, Madame Sinico, and Madame Monbelli; Signori Nandin, Bettini, Ciampi, and Nicolini; M. Faure, Signori Bagagiolo, Cotogni, and Graziani. Pianoforte. Sir J. Benedict, Mr. Lindsay Sloper, Mr. F. H. Cowen, and Mr. Charles Hallé; violin, Madame Norman-Neruda; harp, Mr. J. Thomas. Stalls, 21s.; reserved seats, 10s. 6d.; admission, 5s. Tickets at the principal libraries and musicsellers; Austin's Ticket-office; at the box-office. Royal Italian Opera; and of Sir J. Benedict, 2, Manchester-square, W. The full Programme is now ready. (Musical standard, Saturday, 1 June 1872) (Also: Musical times and singing class circular, 1844-1903, Saturday, 1 June 1872.)

JUNE 17.- Under the immediate Patronage of Their Royal Highnesses the Prince and Princess of WALES, And the Royal Family. SIR JULIUS BENEDICT Begs to announce his ANNUAL MORNING CONCERT, Floral Hall, Royal Italian Opera, June 17th. Supported by Mdme. Adelina Patti and Mdme. Pauline Lucca, Mdlle. Mathilde Sessi and Mdlle. Albani; Mdlle. Smeroschi, Miss Edith Wynne, Mrs. Weldon, and Mdlle. Brandt; Mdlle. Scalchi, Mdme. Patey, Mdme. Sinico, and Mdme. Monbelli; Signori Naudin, Bettini, Ciampi, and Nicolini; M. Faure, Signori Bagagiolo, Cotogni, and Graziani. Pianoforte - Sir J. Benedict, MM. Lindsay Sloper, F. H. Cowen, and Mr. Charles Hallé. Violin - Mdme. Norman-Neruda. Harp - Mr. J. Thomas. Stalls, One Guinea; Reserved Seats, 10s. 6d.; Admission, 5s. at the principal Libraries and Musicsellers; Austin's Ticket Office, St. James's Hall; Box Office, Royal Italian Opera; and of Sir J. Benedict, 2, Manchester Square, W. Full Programmes ready, Saturday Next (The orchestra, Oct. 1863-Mar. 1881, Friday, 7 June 1872)

SIR JULIUS BENEDICT'S Grand ANNUAL MORNING CONCERT will take place at the Floral Hall, Covent-garden, on MONDAY next, June 17, supported by the principal artists of the Royal Italian Opera. Principal vocalists : Madame Adelina Patti and Madame Pauline Lucca, Madlle. Mathilde Sessi and Madlle. Albani ; Madlle. Smeroschi, Miss Edith Wynne, Mrs. Weldon, and Madlle. Marianne Brandt; Madlle. Scalchi, Madame Patey, Madame Sinico, and Madame Monbelli ; Signor Naudin, Signor Bettini, Signor Ciampi, and Signor Nicolini ; M. Faure, Signor Bagagiolo, Signor Cotogni, and Signor Graziani. Intrumentalists : Sir Julius Benedict, Mr. Lindsay Sloper, Mr. F. H. Cowen, and Mr. Charles Hallé ; Madame Norman-Neruda ; Mr. J. Thomas. Conductors : Signori Vianesi, Bevignani, Randegger, and Mr. W. G. Cusins. To commence at two o'clock, and terminate about six o'clock. (Morning Post, Tuesday, 11 June 1872) (Also: The Standard, Wednesday, 12 June 1872; Morning Post, Thursday, 13 June 1872; The Standard, Thursday, 13 June 1872; Morning Post, Friday, 14 June 1872; The Standard, Friday, 14 June 1872.)

FLORAL HALL, ROYAL ITALIAN OPERA, COVENT-GARDEN.-PROGRAMME of Sir JULIUS BENEDICT'S ANNUAL GRAND MORNING CONCERT, MONDAY NEXT, June 17, 1872, to commence at 2.0 and terminate at 6.0 o'clock. PROGRAMME. "Di scrivermi " (Cosi fan tutte) Mozart. Madame Sinico, Mdlle. Brandt, Signor Bettini, Caponi, e Ciampi. Duet for two pianofortes, "Hommage a Handel " Moscheles. Mr. Charles Hallé and Sir Julius Benedict. Chanson, "Nina la Castillane " Eckert. Mdlle. Marianne Brandt. Romanza, " Io t' amero" Stanzieri. Signor Graziani. Violoncello, Signor Pezze. New Song, " I look not towards the setting sun" Benedict. (Words by Sir William Eraser.) Miss Edith Wynne. Romanza, " Spirto gentil" (Favorita) Donizetti. Signor Nicolini. Cantico, "Sancta Maria" Faure. Madame Pauline Lucca. (Accompanied by the Composer.) .Double Duet- for Four Performers on Two Pianofortes arranged from "March des Templiers" "Nocturne" "Rondoletto" (first time), Benedict, By Lindsay Sloper. Mr. Charles Hallé., Mr. F. H. Cowen. Mr. Lindsay Sloper, and Sir Julius Benedict. Aria, "Caro Nome" (Rigoletto) Verdi. Mdlle. Albani. Song, "By the sad sea waves" Benedict. Madame Pauline Lucca. Melodia, "Fanciulla che fai" (first time) Vianesi. (Adapted to a Nocturne, by Lefebure-Wely.) Signor Naudin. Violoncello, Signor Pezze. Harp. Mr. Lockwood. Aria, "I mourn as a dove" Benedict Madame Adelina Patti. New Song, "Maid of Athens" Gounod. Composed expressly for and Sung by Mrs. Weldon. (Accompanied by the Composer.) Air, "Tantum ergo" Benedict. M. Faure. Harp Obbligato, Mr. J. Thomas. Harmonium, Mr. Pittman. Solo Violin a "Larghetto " Nardini b. "Tarantelle" Vieuxtemps Madame Norman-Neruda. (Accompanied by Mr. Charles Hallé.) New Quartett, "Air alba" Benedict. Madame Adelina Patti, Madame Monbelli, Signor Nicolini, and M. Faure. Variations Pour la Voix Proch, Mdlle. Sessi. Aria, " Sia qualunque delle figle" (Cenerentola) Rossini. Signor Ciampi. Aria, for Voice and Two Flutes, "Quest' e la Canzone" (L'Étoile du Nord) Meyerbeer. Madame Adelina Patti. Flutes, Mr. Radcliffe and Mr. Young. Canzone, "Ingrata" (first time) Signor Cotogni. Song, " The skylark " Benedict. Mdlle. Albani. Valse, "Godiamo" Bevignani. Madame Sinico. (Accompanied by the Composer.). Scotch Song, "Robin Adair" Mdlle. Albani. Aria, "II Monaco" Meyerbeer. Signor Bagagiolo. Trio, "I Naviganti " Randegger. Madame Sinico Signor Bettini, and Signor Cotogni. Tyrolienne, " M' e caro il palpito" Benedict. Madame Monbelli, Aria, "Nobil Signor" (Les Huguenots) Meyerbeer Mdlle. Scalchi. Duetto, "Sull' aria" (Nozze di Figaro) Mozart. Mdlle. Sessi and Madame Monbelli. Aria, "Bel raggio " (Semiramide) Rossini Mdlle. Smeroschi. Ballad. "Scenes of my youth " Benedict. Madame Patey. Harp Obbligato, Mr. John Thomas. Harmonium, Mr. Pittman. Solo, Harp, "March of Men of Harlech " J. Thomas Mr. John Thomas, Duo, "Dis moi ce mot" Nicolai. Madame Monbelli and Signor Bettini. Silver Wedding March "Charles and Olga" Benedict, Arranged for Four Performers on Two Pianofortes, Messrs Vianesi, Bevignani, Lindsay Sloper, and Sir Julius Benedict. Conductors: Signor Vianesi, Signor Bevignani, Signor A. Randegger, and Mr. W.H. Cusins. Stalls, One Guinea each ; reserved seats, 10s. 6d.; unreserved seats, 5s.; may be obtained at the Box-office of the Royal Italian Opera, and at the principal musicsellers and librarians. (Pall Mall Gazette, Saturday, 15 June 1872) (Also: The Standard, Saturday, 15 June 1872; Morning Post, Saturday, 15 June 1872.)

Under the immediate Patronage of Their Royal Highnesses the Prince and Princess of WALES, And the Royal Family. SIR JULIUS BENEDICT Begs to announce his ANNUAL MORNING CONCERT, Floral Hall, Royal Italian Opera, Monday next, June 17th. Supported by Mdme. Adelina Patti and Mdme. Pauline Lucca, Mdlle. Mathilde Sessi and Mdlle. Albani; Mdlle. Smeroschi, Miss Edith Wynne, Mrs. Weldon, and Mdlle. Brandt; Mdlle. Scalchi, Mdme. Patey, Mdme. Sinico, and Mdme. Monbelli; Signori Naudin, Bettini, Ciampi, and Nicolini; M. Faure, Signori Bagagiolo, Cotogni, and Graziani. Pianoforte - Sir J. Benedict, MM. Lindsay Sloper, F. H. Cowen, and Mr. Charles Hallé. Violin - Mdme. Norman-Neruda. Harp - Mr. J. Thomas. Stalls, One Guinea; Reserved Seats, 10s. 6d.; Admission, 5s. at the principal Libraries and Musicsellers; Austin's Ticket Office, St. James's Hall; Box Office, Royal Italian Opera; and of Sir J. Benedict, 2, Manchester Square, W. Full Programmes now ready, Saturday, June 1. (The Musical world, Saturday, 15 June 1872)

Sir Julius Benedict's Concert, Sir Julius Benedict's Grand Annual Concert will take place on Monday morning next, at the Floral Hall, Covent-garden, supported by all the principal artistes of the Royal Italian Opera, assisted also by some of the most famous instrumentalists and vocalists of the day. To most of our readers the simple announcement will suffice, but it is hardly possible to make any statement respecting Sir Julius Benedict without adding some complimentary phrases thereto. The long and valuable services of this distinguished composer, pianist, and conductor, his modest and gentlemanly bearing under the great honours conferred upon him, his gentleness and patience with artistes and pupils under his control, are themes of which we do not readily tire. Few indeed are the artistes who, having passed through such varied experiences, have won so many friends without making a single enemy. Long may he live to reap the reward he has so well merited. That the concert of the Floral Hall will be a brilliant gathering there is not the slightest doubt ; for Adelina Patti will be there, and Pauline Lucca, with the golden-haired Sessi, Mdlle Albani and Madame Monbelli, will assist; Mdlle. Scalchi, the charming contralto, Mdlle. Smeroschi, the new soprano, Miss Edith Wynne, Madame Patey, Madame Sinico, and a host of fair singers besides. The services of Signori Nicolini, Graziani, Bettini, Faure, Cotogni, and other celebrated artistes, are secured for the occasion, and of instrumentalists there will be Madame Norman Neruda (violin), Mr. Thomas (harp), Mr. Charles Hallé, Mr. Lindsay Sloper, Mr. Cowen, and Sir Julius Benedict himself (piano), with Signori Vianesi, Bevignani, Randegger, and W. G. Cusins, the esteemed director of the Philharmonic, conductors. The concert will commence at two o'clock and end at six, and we may safely say that, upon no other occasion during the season, will be such a four hours' feast of music as that set forth by Sir Julius Benedict. (The Era, Sunday, 16 June 1872)

Concerts. - Benedict a publié le programme de la matinée qu'il donnera le 17 juin; il comprend à peu près la liste complète de tous les artistes de quelque valeur qui se trouvent a Londres : Pour le chant, Mme Adelina Patti, Mme Pauline Lucca, Mlle Mathilde Sessi, Mlle Albani, Mlle Smeroschi, Miss Edith Wynne, M. Weldon, Mlle Brandt, Mlle' Scalchi, Mme Patey, Mme Sinico, Mme Monbelli, MM. Naudin, Bettini, Ciampi, Nicolini, Faure, Bagagiolo, Cotogni, Graziani. Piano: Sir J. Benedict, MM. Lindsay Sloper, F. H. Cowen, et M. Charles Hallé. Violon: Mme Norman-Neruda. Harpe: M. J. Thomas. (Le Guide musical; revue internationale de la musique et de theâtres lyriques, Thursday, 20 June 1872)

SIR JULIUS BENEDICT'S ANNUAL CONCERT. The great event of the concert season has come off - of course successfully. The greatest musical worker of the age has again delighted his friends at his reception, and launched much new and beautiful music to further delight them and theirs at home. Notwithstanding the great space available at the Floral Hall, the demand for seats was greatly in excess of the supply. We fear many country visitors were disappointed ;- and to those who on the strength of their week's sojourn in the metropolis and their visit to Benedict's Concert, talk in their country quarters for the ensuing fifty-one weeks of Patti and Faure, and Lucca and Cotogni, and Albani and Graziani, and no end of other ani's, ini's, and oni's, as though they were constant habitués of no end of Operas - the disappointment must have been terrible if not crushing. We make sacrifice of "our valuable space," and give the program entire as a curiosity :- 1. Quintetto, "Di scrivermi," (Cosi fan tutti) Mdme. Sinico, Mdlle. Brandt, Sig. Bellini, Capponi, and Bettini Mozart. 2. Duet, for two pianofortes, Hommage a Handel," Mr. Charles Hallé and Sir Julius Benedict. Moscheles 3, Ballad. "Scenes of my youth," Mdme. Patey, harp obbligato, Mr. John Thomas, harmonium, Mr. Pittman. Benedict 4. Romanza, "Io t' amero," Sig. Graziani, violoncello, Sig. Pezze. Stanzieri 5. New Song, "I look not tow'rds the setting sun," (words by Sir William Fraser,) Miss Edith Wynne. Benedict. 6. New Song, "Maid of Athens," in aid of Mrs. Black for whom Lord Byron wrote the verses,) Miss. Weldon, (accompanied by the composer). Ch. Gounod. 7, Melodia, "Fanciulla che fai," (first time), (adapted to a nocturne, by Lefebure-Wely,) Sig. Naudin, violoncello, Sig. Pezze, harp, Mr. Inkwood. Vianesi. 8. Cantico, "Sancta Maria," (accompanied by the composer,) Mdme. Pauline Lucca. Faure. 9. Double Duet, for four performers on two pianofortes, arranged from "March des Templiers," " Nocturne," "Rondoletto." (first time,) by Lindsay Sloper, Mr. Charles Hallé, Mr. F. H. Cowen, Mr. Lindsay Sloper, and Sir Julius Benedict. Benedict. 10. Song, By the sad sea waves," Mdme. Pauline Lucca. Benedict. 11. Romanza, "Spirto gentil," ("Favorita,") Sig. Nicolini. Donizetti. 12. Aria, "I mourn as a dove," Mdme. Adelina Patti. Benedict. 13. Solo - violin, a. "Larghetto," b. "Tarantelle," (accompanied by Mr. Charles Hallé,) Mdme. Norman-Neruda. Nardini. Vieuxtemps. 14. Air, "Tantum ergo," M. Faure, harp obbligato, Mr. J. Thomas, harmonium, Mr. Pittman. Benedict. 15. Variations pour la voix, Mdlle. Sessi. Proch. 16. New Quartet, "All' alba," Mdme. Adelina Patti, Mdme. Monbelli, Sig. Nicolini and Faure. Benedict. 17. Canzone, "Ingrata," (first time.) Sig. Cotogni. Badia. 18. Aria, "Caro nome," ("Rigoletto,") Mdlle. Albani. Verdi. 19. Aria, for voice and two flutes, "Quest' e la Canzone," (L'Étoile du Nord,") Mdme. Adelina Patti, flutes, Mr. Radcliffe and Mr. Young. Meyerbeer. 20. Valse, "Godiamo," (accompanied by the composer,) Mdme. Sinico. Bevignani. 21. Song, "The Skylark," Mdlle. Albani. Benedict. 22. Aria, "Il Monaco," Sig. Bagagiolo. Meyerbeer. 23. Scotch Song, "Robin Adair," Mdlle. Albani. 24. Trio, "I Naviganti," Mdme. Sinico, Sig. Bettini, and Sig. Cotogni. Randegger. 25. Tyrolienne, "M' e caro il palpito," Mdme. Monbelli. Benedict. 26. Aria, "Nobil Signor," ("Les Huguenots,") Mdlle. Scalchi. Meyerbeer. 27. Duetto, "Sull' aria," ("Nozzi di Figaro," ) Mdlle. Sessi, and Mdme. Monbelli. Mozart. 28. Solo - harp, "March of Men of Harlech," Mr. John Thomas. J. Thomas. 29. Chanson, "Nina la Castallane," Mdlle. Marianne Brandt. Eckert. 30. Duo, "Parigi o cara," Mdme. Monbelli and Sig. Nicolini Verdi. 31. Silver Wedding March. "Charles and Olga," Arranged for four performers on two pianofortes, Messrs. Vianesi, F. H. Cowen, Lindsay Sloper, and Sir Julius Benedict. Benedict. Though the above contains ample material for a good half-dozen concerts, we believe that not a few devoured the whole, being present from the first piece to the last, and with a desire for any number of encores. We trust we shall be excused if our remarks on each number are of the briefest. Passing Mozart's Quintetto, and Moscheles' "Hommage," which we heard the composer play with, we think, either Cramer or Holmes, between thirty and forty years ago, - we must pause to commend Mdme. Patey's beautiful singing of Benedict's charming ballad; Signor Graziani was at home and appreciated in No. 4 ; and Miss Edith Wynne sang her new song conscientiously and well, but the place is rather too large for her voice and style : she would be more successful, as well as the song, in St. James's Hall. As an amateur Mrs. Weldon is exempt from criticism: M. Gounod will excuse our saying that we don't admire his setting at all. In No. 7 Naudin sang well, and obtained some recognition from an audience as cool up to this point as the atmosphere was the reverse. Faure's canticle is a very fine composition, and was magnificently given by Mdme. Pauline Lucca; notably the effective crescendo in the latter part of the second verse, repeated for the finale. No. 9 was of course well played, but the audience reserved their appreciation, or at any rate their demonstration, for the vocalists. After a short pause Mdme. Lucca sang with much spirit the favourite air from the "Brides of Venice;" the omission of the pumping sforzando on the first syllable of each line would not have lessened the effect of the song. Signor Nicolini did not strike us as being very happy in the "Spirto gentil," nor Mdme. A. Patti in Benedict's elegant though mournful aria; she did not evoke her customary applause, though she had her revenge at a later period of the day. Mdme. Neruda's solos were well contrasted, and of course she played admirably. Without being fastidious we think the "Tantum ergo " out of place at a miscellaneous concert. It is a splendid composition, and admirably fitted to illustrate the most solemn hymn in the Christian Liturgy. M. Faure sang it magnificently, and the accompaniments by Mr. John Thomas and Mr. Pittman were in the best taste. Mdlle. Sessi warbled to perfection Proch's violin piece: a brutal cockney (?) in our neighbourhood saying he did not know which he admired most - the hair or the variations. The new quartet was well rendered, but too exacting for the audience, who were more appreciative of Badin's canzone, to which Signor Cotogni did ample justice. Mdlle. Albani's air from "Rigoletto," sung with all her unaffected charm of manner, and pure and facile vocalization, thoroughly roused the audience to enthusiasm. This was increased by the brilliant execution by Mdme. Patti of Meyerbeer's air, with its elaborate flute parts, capitally played by Messrs. Radcliff and Young. Mdme. A. Patti was rapturously encored, and responded, to the evident astonishment of some of her hearers and the delight of all, with "Kathleen Mavourneen." We need not chronicle the result. Instead of Mdme. Sinico's piece M. Faure gave a very interesting song from his repertoire. Signor Bagagiolo's deep voice and fervent style were shown to advantage in No. 22, which preceded Mdlle. Albany's "Skylark." Her execution of this was simply marvellous - a charming vocal display with perfect intonation, and apparent absence of effort. An unanimous and rapturous encore resulted, to which Mdlle. Albani replied with "Robin Adair," sung possibly better than it has ever been sung before. Such seemed evidently to be the opinion of the audience. A passing thought occurred whether two such English speaking artists as this lady and Mdme. Parepa-Rosa might not do something for English opera. We left after Mdme. Albani's song, a fourth of the program still remaining. As far as we know there has been nothing but unmixed gratification avowed by all present. Still, in Sir Julius Benedict's future annual concerts - which we trust may be very many - out of justice to himself, and to the less enduring members of his audience - we would suggest a little gradual curtailment - if only by say a single piece to begin with. (The orchestra, Oct. 1863-Mar. 1881, Friday, 21 June 1872)

Sir Julius Benedict's programme, at his morning concert in the Covent Garden Floral Hall last Monday, was on the colossal scale of former years ; but as the locality was not neutral ground, he had the advantage of the presence of the Royal Italian Opera-house singers only. Among them were, Mesdames A. Patti, P. Lucca, Monbelli, Sinico, Brandt, Sessi, Albani, Scalchi ; Signori Naudin, Nicolini, Bettini, Capponi, Cotogni, Bagagiolo, Graziani, and M. Faure. Added to these were Miss Edith Wynne, Mrs. Weldon, and Madame Patey. As solo instrumentalists, were Herr Hallé, Mr. F. H. Cowen, Mr. Lindsay Sloper, and Sir Julius Benedict, pianists ; Madame Norman-Neruda, violinist; Signor Pezze, violoncellist ; Mr. John Thomas and Mr. Lockwood, harpists ; Mr. Pittman and M. Faure, harmonium ; Messrs. Radcliffe and Young, flautists ; and, as accompanists, M. Gounod, Mr. Cusins, Signori Vianesi, Bevignani, Randegger, and Sir J. Benedict. There were thirty-two pieces named in the book of the words. Of the works by the beneficiare, the selections were ten pieces, namely, the charming ballads, "Scenes of my youth" (Madame Patey) and "By the sad sea waves" (Madame Lucca); the air from St. Peter, "I mourn as a dove " (Madame A. Patti), the latter on the encore substituting an Irish song ; a sacred air, "Tantum ergo " (M. Faure); a quartet, "All' alba" (Mesdames Patti and Monbelli, Signor Nicolini and M. Faure) ; an air, "The Skylark" (Mdlle. Albani); the Tyrolienne, "M' e caro il palpito" (Madame Monbelli); a new song, "I look not towards the getting sun," words by Sir W. Fraser (Miss Edith Wynne) ; and the Charles and Olga Silver Wedding-March, arranged for four pianofortes. Sir Julius had restricted the duration of the concert to four hours only! We wonder who had physical strength to test the accuracy of this promise. (The Athenaeum, Saturday, 22 June 1872)

SIR JULIUS BENEDICT'S CONCERT. The annual concert given by Sir Julius Benedict might echo the refrain of Tennyson's "Brook," and boast of immunity from the effects of time. For more than a generation it has held a distinguished place in the London musical' season, but its vitality remains as great as ever. Along and interesting programme, a "bouquet of artists," to use the latest Americanism, unsurpassed for effect, and a crowded as well as fashionable audience - these have been features of the entertainment from its beginning, and that they are features still was conclusively shown on Monday afternoon at the Floral Hall. No previous concert achieved greater success, or was more worthy of distinction as facile princeps among things of its kind. On these occasions it is the habit of Sir Julius to mix with the familiar elements of his programme a certain proportion of novelty. There were new things in Monday's list of attractions, and to them notice is first due, beginning with the concert-giver's song, "Hook not towards the setting sun," in which some admirable music is allied to fine verses by Sir William Fraser. This piece could not have fallen to an artist more qualified for the work of an adequate rendering than Miss Edith Wynne, who took special pains, and achieved a marked success. A double duet for four performers on two pianofortes, the work of Mr. Lindsay Sloper, was played by the composer, Mr. C. Hallé, Mr. F. H. Cowen, and Sir Julius Benedict. It is appropriately founded upon themes from the works of the beneficiaire; and Mr. Sloper has shown not only good taste in selection, but also great skilfulness in his method of treatment. Variety was easily attainable, of course, but with variety he has combined the interest arising out of no ordinary art. A more effective concert-piece is seldom produced, and that it was admirably played by the four executants above-named needs no telling. The third novelty - Sir Julius Benedict's quartet, "All alba " - is a graceful composition, certain to be often heard at miscellaneous entertainments, in right of attractive melody and an effective ensemble. It was rendered with perfect success by Madame Patti, Madame Monbelli, Signor Nicolini, and M. Faure. Signor Cotogni contributed Badia's new canzone "Ingrata," which had to be repeated; and Sir Julius Benedict's more or less known compositions were represented by "Scenes of my youth," admirably sung by Madame Patey; "By the sad sea wave," in which Madame Lucca was heard to great advantage; the beautiful air, "I mourn as a dove," for which, in response to an encore, Madame Patti substituted "Kathleen Mavourneen ;" a "Tantum ergo," sung by M. Faure; "The Skylark" (Mdlle. Albani); "M'e caro il palpito " (Madame Monbelli), and an arrangement for four performers on two pianofortes of the "Charles and Olga" march. As an executant Sir Julius was satisfied to take part in the double duets, and to join Mr. Hallé in Moscheles' Hommage a Handel, which last admirably served to show that his left hand, to say nothing of his right, has not lost its cunning. So much was done in which the concert-giver had no part, that reasonable space would be too limited for an exhaustive notice, were that necessary. Enough that the entertainment kept the interest of a large audience alive to its close, and sent everybody away satisfied. (The Musical world, Saturday, 22 June 1872)

SIR JULIUS BENEDICT'S CONCERT. Sir Julius Benedict's annual morning concert, always one of the events of the musical season, took place at the Floral Hall on Monday last, attracting an immense audience. For an hour before the concert began an incessant stream of carriages passed through Bow-street setting down at the doors of the Floral Hall fair supporters of Sir Julius Benedict, who taking advantage of the brilliant weather, appeared in costumes worthy of the occasion, which, when the Hall was filled, made it resemble some vast flower garden rather than a concert room The programme included nearly all the eminent names of the Royal Italian Opera, supplemented with some of our most popular vocalists and instrumentalists. A tower of strength in the list of names was that of Adelina Patti, who was in splendid voice, and sang first of all Sir Julius Benedict's pathetic air "I mourn as a dove, ' from his Oratorio St, Peter, The exquisite expression, rich tone, and finished execution of Madame Patti in this melody caused an enthusiastic demand for its repetition, but the gifted singer responded with "Kathleen Mavourneen," singing that plaintive and popular song as we never remember to have heard it sang before. Another excellent effort was in the air from Meyerbeer's L'Étoile du Nord accompanied by two flutes, admirably played by Messrs. Radcliffe and Young. This also was energetically encored, but Madame Patti acknowledged the enthusiasm of the audience without repeating it. The same brilliant singer assisted in a new quartett called "All' Alba," the composition of the concert-giver, with Madame Monbelli, Signor Nicolini, and M. Faure. Scarcely less exciting than the reception given to Patti was that accorded to the accomplished young artist Mdlle. Albani. Her singing of the pretty air from Rigoletto, "Caro nome," made a profound impression, her clear high notes telling with brilliant effect Mdlle. Albani was recalled with great heartiness, and later, when she sang "'The Skylark" with extraordinary animation, grace, and fluency, an encore could not be resisted, and Mdlle. Albani delighted the audience with "Robin Adair," sung to perfection. We predict that this gifted young artist will not be long in reaching the front rank. She has all the qualifications of a great singer, and every time she is heard seems to make an advance in her art. Madame Pauline Lucca, another great favourite, was especially successful in a cantico "O sancte Maria," composed and accompanied by the accomplished French baritone M. Faure, whose abilities as a composer are of no mean order. The air is a fine, solemn composition, of the same class as M. Gounod's "Ave Maria," and Madame Lucca sang it splendidly. The same gifted artiste gave "By the sad sea waves" in a most refined and expressive style. Few artistes of the day rival Madame Patey in popularity, a fact convincingly shown when she sang "Scenes of my youth," accompanied on the harp by Mr. John Thomas and harmonium by Mr. Pittman. Miss Edith Wynne was also graciously welcomed in a new song by Sir Julius Benedict, called "I look not towards the setting sun." Mrs. Weldon sang a new song by Gounod to Byron's "Maid of Athens," but we think H. B. Allen's setting of the same words realise their spirit more appropriately; which is the more to be wondered at as the composer of Faust is often brilliantly successful in fitting English words with choice melodies. Mdlle. Sessi has rarely pleased her admirers more than by her singing of Proch's celebrated "Variation for the Voice," a composition in which the voice is treated as an instrument, but with no detriment to the fair singer, who appeared to revel in the difficulties of the music. Madame Monbelli, always a satisfactory and delightful singer, pleased greatly in the Tyrolienne " M'e caro il palpito," and with Mdlle. Sessi in Mozart's *Sull' aria ;" and Mdlle. Brand and the new German singer sang in a thoroughly German style Eckert's Bolero. Signor Graziani has seldom been more successful than in a romanza by Stanzieri, called "lo t' amero," his fine voice and pathetic expression being equally admired. Signor Pezza played a violoncello accompaniment in good style. The popular tenor, Signor. Nicolini, gave "Spirto gentil" with more flourishing than, necessary, but with plenty of tone and expression. Signor Nandin sang a melody adapted from one of the organ pieces of Lefebure Welby, with harp (Mr. Lockwood) and violoncello (Signor Pezze), which pleased unanimously. The fine basso profundo Signor Bagagiolo sang Meyerbeer's "Monk" with full tone and much vigour, and Signor Cotogni, the capital baritone, was encored in an air by Badia entitled " Ingrata," which he sang with remarkable fire and spirit. M. Faure sang "Tantum ergo" very grandly, and in place of Mdlle. Scalchi, who was indisposed, a French romance. Madame Monbelli and Signor Bettini sang in a pleasing style Nicolai's duet, "'Dis moi ce mot," and with Signor Nicolini the duet "Parigi o cara," from Verdi's Traviata. The quintett from Mozart's Cosi Fan Tutte was also well sung by Madame Sinico, Mdlle. Brandt, and Signori Bettini, Capponi, and Ciampi. The instrumental music introduced some agreeable novelties, one of which, a double duet for two pianos, was especially attractive, performed for the first time by the composer, (Sir Julius Benedict), Mr. Charles Hallé, Mr. F. H. Cowen, and Mr. Lindsay Sloper. The piece consists of a brilliant "March des Templiers," a most graceful "Nocturn," winding up with a dashing "Rondoletto." It was admirably played, and the music being full of spirit and character was received with hearty applause. The Silver Wedding March, "Charles and Olga," of the same composer was played at the conclusion of the concert. Madame Norman Neruda played a Larghetto by Nardini and Tarantella by Vieuxtemps with her usual brilliant mastery of the violin; and Mr. John Thomas, with splendid tone, gave his dashing fantasia for the harp on "The March of the Men of Harlech," a very fine performance indeed, remarkable for its firm, full tone. The duet "Homage a Handel," played by Sir Julius Benedict and Mr. Lindsay Sloper, evoked hearty plaudits in the early part of the concert. Owing, probably, to the great length of the programme, and possibly a little to the heat of the afternoon, there were not a great many encores, which made the concert all the more enjoyable. We need hardly say that Sir Julius Benedict was greeted with the greatest warmth when he made his appearance on the platform. The English public may be slower to appreciate merit than some, but, once admitted, they are equally slow to forget their old favourites, and year by year this accomplished musician has increased the number of his friends until even the Floral Hall will scarcely contain them. None will cavil at a popularity so honestly won, so worthily sustained. (The Era, Sunday, 23 June 1872)

CONCERTS OF THE WEEK. The week past has been a busy one with the concert givers, who, making their periodical appeals for support and recognition, do all in their power to provide entertainments which shall have all the attraction that concentration of artistic forces may offer ; the extent and strength of the concert givers' resources being not only shown by the character of the artists engaged but also by the length of the programmes. Among these monster gatherings the concert annually given by Sir Julius Benedict ranks foremost, and if there was little artistic purpose served, or any striking and worthy novelty added to the already over teeming list of ordinary concert music, it must be said that Sir Julius Benedict's concert was a real boon to country people as well as to those who are content to hear the stars of the season without the trouble of sitting a whole night within the walls of a crowded and often badly ventilated theatre. The very title of the hall in which his concert was given has a refreshing sound, although the floral decorations within the hall were limited in quantity, but if the flowers of the earth were wanting the flowers of melody and harmony were most liberally dispensed, for there were 33 pieces in the programme occupying upwards of four and a half hours in time, and notwithstanding its inordinate length the concert was a great success. Encores were most frequent; Madlle. Albani had a most rapturous reception, and singing most brilliantly won the greatest success of the day, her version of "Caro nome " impelling the audience to recall her twice. Madame Adelina Patti and Madame Pauline Lucca also sang beautifully, and Madame Sinico, unable to sing the waltz put down for her in the latter part of the concert, an excellent substitute, in the person of M. Faure, was found, who introduced a French song with good effect. Madame Norman-Neruda's playing excited much admiration. The March des Templiers, nocturne, rondoletto, the first of the arrangements for four performers on two pianofortes, contributed by the concert giver as his share of the novelties, were effectively played by Messrs. Charles Hallé, F. H. Cowen, Lindsay Sloper, and Sir Julius Benedict, the Charles and Olga March being performed by Messrs. Vianesi, Bevignani, Sloper, and Sir Julius Benedict. Gounod's new song, "Maid of Athens," with its clever and novel accompaniment, did not appear to the advantage it deserved, in consequence of indifferent singing, but there were so many items of excellence in this very long concert that a few indifferent matters may be readily pardoned. (Morning Post, Monday, 24 June 1872)

"Parmi les concerts qui ont été donnés pendant la dernière quinzaine, celui de Benedict mérite d'être signalé le premier. Trente-et-un morceaux étaient annoncés au programme; il n'en a été donné que vingt-quatre, et plus d'un auditeur s'est-plaint de n'avoir pas eu son compte. Il y a vraiment une grâce d Etat pour le dilettante anglais! Il peut affronter quatre heures de cavatines, de romances, de duos, de trios, de morceaux de piano, par trente-six degrés du chaleur - c'était le cas - et y trouver du plaisir! Il est juste de dire qu'outre le talent incontesté du concertist, le public avait pour se dédommager des étoiles telles qu'Adelina Patti, Marie Monbelli, Mathilde Sessi. Pauline Lucca, Emma Albani, Faure, Naudin, Nicolini, Bagagiolo, et, pour la partie instrumentale, Mme Norman-Neruda, MM. Charles Hallé, Vianesi, Lindsay Sloper et le harpiste John Thomas. Adelina Patti et Emma Albani ont eu les honneurs du bis; la première a dit admirablement l'air dialogué avec la flûte : Quest' è la canzone, de l'Étoile du Nord. Plusieurs œuvres anciennes et nouvelles de Benedict ont eu un grand succès Faure et Gounod, auteurs d'un Sancta Maria et d'un Song : "Maid of Athens," ont accompagné eux-mêmes MMes Lucca et Weldon, qui s'étaient chargées d'interpréter ces morceaux. On s'est séparé sur la Marche des Noces d'argent, de Benedict, arrangée pour deux pianos à huit mains qui a produit beaucoup d'effet." (Le Guide musical; revue internationale de la musique et de theâtres lyriques, Thursday, 4 July 1872)

Unter den ausgeführten Werken waren zu finden Mozart (Quintett aus Los! ten tutte), Moscheles (Romansße d Länäel - Hallé und Benedict), Stanzieri, Gounod, Vianesi, Faure, Donizetti, Nardini, Vieuxtemps, Proch (Variationen, gesungen von Mlle, Sessi), Badia, Verdi, Meyerbeer, Thomas, Bevignani, Randegger, Eckert (Chanson ,Mri" Is OnstsUsQe" - Mlle. Marianne Brandt). Benedict lieferte 9 Nummern. Es sangen und spielten folgende Künstler i die Damen Patti, Lucca, Sessi, Brandt, Edith Wynne, Weldon, Patey, Monbelli, Sinico, Scalchi, Alban!; die Herren Bettini, Capponi, Naudin, Nicolini, Fan", Bagagiolo; Hallé, Pittmann, P"ze, Lockwood, Cowen, Lindsay Sloper, Radcliffe, Young. John Thomas, Vianesi, Mad. Neruda und Jules Benedict. (Signale für die musikalische Welt, Tuesday, 20 August 1872)

Monday, 24 June 1872 : Mademoiselle Christine Nilsson's Second and Last Grand Morning Concert at St. James's Hall, Piccadilly.

JUNE 24, Miss CHRISTINE NILSSON'S SECOND and LAST CONCERT, at the St. James's Hall, on which occasion she will be assisted by the following eminent artistes: Madame Patey, Mr. Sims Reeves, and Mr. Santley. Piano, Madame Alice Mangold, Diehl and Mdlle Lindbert; violin Madame Norman-Neruda. Conductors, Sir Julius Benedict, Messrs Lindsay Sloper and Randegger. Programmes and tickets at the principal libraries, musicsellers', and concert agents. Prices, 21s., 15s., 10s. 6d., 5s., and 3s. (Daily News, Friday, 7 June 1872) (Also: The Era, Sunday, 9 June 1872; Daily News, Monday, 10 June 1872.)

JUNE 24TH. MDLLE. CHRISTINE NILSSON'S SECOND and LAST MORNING CONCERT, at St. James's Hall, this being the only Concert at which Mdlle. Christine Nilsson will appear during this Season. To commence at Three. Mdlle. Christine Nilsson will be assisted by the following eminent artists :- Madame Patey, Mr. Sims Reeves, and Mr. Santley. Piano - Mdlle. Alice Mangold, Diehl, and Mdlle. Lindberg. Violin - Madame Norman-Neruda. Conductors-Sir Julius Benedict, Mr. Lindsay Sloper, and Sig. Randegger. Prices, 21s., 15s., 10s. 6d., 5s., and 3s. Programmes and tickets at the principal Libraries, Musicsellers, and Concert Agents. (The orchestra, Oct. 1863-Mar. 1881, Friday, 7 June 1872) (Also: The Musical world, Saturday, 15 June 1872; Illustrated London News, Saturday, 15 June 1872; Illustrated London News, Saturday, 22 June 1872.)

JUNE 24- Madlle. CHRISTINE NILSSON will SING the aria "Ah, fors e lui," from Traviata ; a new song by the Baroness Willy de Rothschild, " Appelle moi ton ame ;" and Benedict's " Bocchina ;" the duet, "Quis est homo," with Madame Patey; Handel's song, "Let the bright seraphim," with trumpet obbligato, and her favourite Swedish melodies, at her SECOND and LAST CONCERT at the St. James's Hall. JUNE 24.- Madlle. CHRISTINE NILSSON'S SECOND and LAST MORNING CONCERT, at the St. James's Hall, on MONDAY, June 24.- Madlle. Christine Nilsson will be assisted by the following eminent artists; Madame, Patey, Mr. Sims Reeves, and Mr. Santley. Piano, Madame Alice Mangold Diehl and Madlle. Lindberg ; violin, Madame Norman-Neruda : trumpet, Mr. T. Harper. Conductors, Sir Julius Benedict, Messrs. Lindsay Sloper and Randegger. Programmes and tickets at the principal libraries, musicsellers', and concert agents. (Morning Post, Saturday, 8 June 1872)

MDLLE. CHRISTINE NILSSON'S SECOND and LAST MORNING CONCERT, at St. James's Hall, this being the only Concert at which Mdlle. Christine Nilsson will appear during this Season. To commence at Three. Mdlle. Christine Nilsson will be assisted by the following eminent artists :- Madame Patey, Mr. Sims Reeves, and Mr. Santley. Piano - Mdlle. Alice Mangold, Diehl, and Mdlle. Lindberg. Violin - Madame Norman-Neruda. Conductors-Sir Julius Benedict, Mr. Lindsay Sloper, and Sig. Randegger. Programmes and tickets at the principal Libraries, Musicsellers, and Concert Agents Prices, 21s., 15s., 10s. 6d., 5s., and 3s. (Illustrated London News, Saturday, 8 June 1872)

JUNE 24.- Madlle. CHRISTINE NILSSON'S SECOND and LAST MORNING CONCERT, at the St. James's Hall, on MONDAY, June 24.- Madlle. Christine Nilsson will be assisted by the following eminent artists; Madame, Patey, Mr. Sims Reeves, and Mr. Santley. Piano, Madame Alice Mangold Diehl and Madlle. Lindberg ; violin, Madame Norman-Neruda : trumpet, Mr. T. Harper. Conductors, Sir Julius Benedict, Messrs. Lindsay Sloper and Randegger. Programmes ready Wednesday Next. Prices, 21s., 15s., 10s. 6d., 5s, 3s; JUNE 24- Madlle. CHRISTINE NILSSON will SING the aria "Ah, fors e lui," from Traviata ; a new song by the Baroness Willy de Rothschild, " Appelle moi ton ame ;" and Benedict's " Bocchina ;" the duet, "Quis est homo," with Madame Patey; Handel's song, "Let the bright seraphim," with trumpet obbligato, and her favourite Swedish melodies, at her SECOND and LAST CONCERT at the St. James's Hall. Programmes and tickets at the principal libraries, musicsellers', and at Mr. Austin's Ticket Office, St. James's Hall, Piccadilly. (The Standard, Monday, 10 June 1872) (Also: Morning Advertiser, Monday, 10 June 1872; Morning Post, Monday, 10 June 1872; The Standard, Tuesday, 11 June 1872; Morning Post, Thursday, 13 June 1872.)

MDLLE. CHRISTINE NILSSON'S SECOND and LAST MORNING CONCERT, at St. James's Hall, on Monday June 24, to begin at three o'clock. Supported by the following eminent artists :- Madame Patey, Mr. Sims Reeves, and Mr. Santley. Piano - Mdlle. Alice Mangold, Diehl, and Mdlle. Alie Lindberg. Violin - Madame Norman-Neruda. Conductors-Sir Julius Benedict, Mr. Lindsay Sloper, and Herr Randegger. Prices, 21s., 15s., 10s. 6d., 5s., and 3s. Tickets at the principal Libraries, Musicsellers, and Mr. Austin's Ticket Office, 28, Piccadilly. (The orchestra, Oct. 1863-Mar. 1881, Friday, 14 June 1872) (Also: The orchestra, Oct. 1863-Mar. 1881, Friday, 21 June 1872.)

JUNE 24.- MONDAY next.- Madlle. NILSSON'S SECOND and LAST MORNING CONCERT, St. James's Hall- Madlle. Christine Nilsson will be assisted by the following eminent artists: Madame Patey, Mr. Sims Reeves, and Mr. Santley. Piano, Madame Alice Mangold Diehl and Madlle. Elie Lindberg ; violin, Madame Norman-Neruda ; trumpeter, Mr. T. Harper. Conductors, Sir Julius Benedict, Messrs. Lindsay Sloper, and Randegger.- Tickets at the principal libraries, musicsellers', Mr. Austin's universal ticket-office, 28, Piccadilly, 21s., 15s, 10s. 6d., 5s., 3s. - JUNE 24.- Madlle. CHRISTINE NILSSON will SING the aria "Ah, fors e lui," from Traviata ; a new song by the Baroness Willy de Rothschild, " Appelle moi ton ame;" and Benedict's "Bocchina;" the duet, " Quis est homo," with Madame Patey: Handel's song, "Let the bright seraphim," with trumpet obbligato, and her favourite Swedish melodies, at her SECOND and LAST CONCERT, at the St James's Hall. (Morning Post, Monday, 17 June 1872) (Also: The Times, Thursday, 20 June 1872; The Times, Monday, 17 June 1872.)

CHRISTINE NILSSON'S LAST MORNING CONCERT at St. James's Hall on Monday next, June 24, at three o'clock - Christine Nilsson will be assisted by the following eminent artists: Madame Patey, Mr. Sims Reeves, and Mr. Santley. Piano, Madame Alice Mangold Diehl and Madlle. Elie Lindberg ; violin, Madame Norman-Neruda ; trumpeter, Mr. T. Harper. Conductors, Sir Julius Benedict, Messrs. Lindsay Sloper, and Randegger.- Tickets at the principal libraries, musicsellers', Mr. Austin's universal ticket-office, 28, Piccadilly, 21s., 15s, 10s. 6d., 5s., 3s. (Morning Post, Friday, 21 June 1872) (Also: Morning Post, Saturday, 22 June 1872.)

CHRISTINE NILSSON'S LAST MORNING CONCERT at St. James's Hall THIS DAY (MONDAY), at three o'clock - Christine Nilsson will be assisted by the following eminent artists: Madame Patey, Mr. Sims Reeves, and Mr. Santley. Piano, Madame Alice Mangold Diehl and Madlle. Elie Lindberg ; violin, Madame Norman-Neruda ; trumpeter, Mr. T. Harper. Conductors, Sir Julius Benedict, Messrs. Lindsay Sloper, and Randegger.- Tickets at the principal libraries, musicsellers', Mr. Austin's universal ticket-office, 28, Piccadilly, 21s., 15s, 10s. 6d., 5s., 3s. (Morning Post, Monday, 24 June 1872)

CHRISTINE NILSSON'S LAST CONCERT at St. James's Hall, THIS DAY (Monday) at 3 o'clock. Madlle. Christine Nilsson will be assisted by the following eminent artists: Madame Patey, Mr. Sims Reeves, and Mr. Santley. Piano, Madame Alice Mangold Diehl and Madlle. Elie Lindberg ; violin, Madame Norman-Neruda ; trumpeter, Mr. T. Harper. Conductors, Sir Julius Benedict, Messrs. Lindsay Sloper, and Randegger.- Tickets at the principal libraries, musicsellers', Mr. Austin's universal ticket-office, 28, Piccadilly, 21s., 15s, 10s. 6d., 5s., 3s. - JUNE 24.- Madlle. CHRISTINE NILSSON will SING the aria "Ah, fors e lui," from Traviata ; a new song by the Baroness Willy de Rothschild, " Appelle moi ton ame;" and Benedict's "Bocchina;" the duet, " Quis est homo," with Madame Patey: Handel's song, "Let the bright seraphim," with trumpet obbligato, and her favourite Swedish melodies, at her LAST CONCERT, St James's Hall, THIS DAY (The Times, Monday, 24 June 1872)

The announcement of the last appearance of Madlle. Christine Nilsson at a concert was sufficient to attract a very large audience, and the fair singer, supported by an excellent staff of artists, was greeted with a welcome as affectionate as it was warm and cordial. In the course of the concert she sang "Ah ! fors e lui," a pretty song by the Baroness W. de Rothschild; "Le Vallon Natal," Bocchina," by Benedict ; "Let the bright seraphim," by Handel, with trumpet obbligato by Mr. T. Harper; and also introduced some Swedish melodies, thus delighting the audience by a varied selection well calculated to exhibit her versatile talents. The remaining items of a long but interesting concert were contributed by Mrs. Patey, Madame Norman-Neruda, Madlle. Alie Lindberg, a pianist from Finland, Madame Alice Mangold-Diehl, Mr. C. W. le Jeune, and Masters Arthur and Charles le Jeune, Mr. Santley, and Signor Brignoli, who kindly consented to fill the vacancy caused by the non-appearance of Mr. Reeves. Sir Julius Benedict, Mr. Lindsay Sloper, and Signor Randegger accompanied the sacred vocal pieces. (Morning Post, Thursday, 27 June 1872)

The second and last concert of Mdlle. Christine Nilsson, which took place on Monday afternoon in St. James's Hall, attracted a large gathering as might have been expected; for the program was excellent and Mdme. Patey, Mr. Sims Reeves, and Mr. Santley were announced to appear, though the promise of the former gentleman was left unfulfilled. Mdlle. Nilsson's own contributions were the time-worn "Let the bright Seraphim," and " Quis est homo," and the equally well-known Swedish song; but one novelty was produced - a composition of Baroness Willy de Rothschild, called "Le vallon natal." written in remarkable French, if the program be any evidence, but fitted with pretty music which suited well the style of the singer. All that Mdlle. Nilsson sang was warmly received and applauded to the echo. Mdme. Patey was encored in Hullah's "Storm," and fully deserved the honour. Sig. Brignoli appeared in the place of Mr. Sims Reeves and joined Mr. Santley in a duet from "Belisario." Mr. Santley himself gave a new composition by Blumenthal - a capital drinking song called "O, comrades, send the flagon round," to which his fine dramatic style lent all charm. Among the instrumental music must be mentioned Spohr's "Barcarole " and Bach's Prelude in E major sustained by Mdme. Norman Neruda in her own accomplished fashion. The other instrumental selections were played by Mdme. Mangold-Diehl, Mdlle. Lindberg, and the Brothers Le Jeune. Sir Julius Benedict, Mr. Lindsay Sloper, and Signor Randegger were the accompanists. (The orchestra, Oct. 1863-Mar. 1881, Friday, 28 June 1872)

MDLLE. NILSSON'S CONCERT. A great crowd attended the second and last concert of Mdlle. Christine Nilsson, which took place on Monday afternoon in St. James's Hall. So large a gathering was a matter of course; inasmuch as, besides Mdlle. Nilsson - a host in herself - Mdme. Patey. Mr. Sims Reeves, and Mr. Santley were announced to appear; while the programme contained a choice selection of those well-known pieces which never fail to attract the familiarity-loving. English public. Mdlle. Nilsson brought forward one novelty, a romance, "Le vallon natal," written expressly for her by the Baroness Willy de Rothschild, whose songs have placed their composer in the front rank of musical amateurs. The romance is very pretty, and admirably suited to Mdlle. Nilsson, by whom it was perfectly well sung. The fair artist's other selections, Benedict's "Bocchina" excepted, were of somewhat hackneyed character. Surely every concert-goer has heard "Ah I fors' e lui," "Quis est homo," "Let the bright Seraphim," and the Swedish melodies often enough to desire some change, though perhaps the feeling was not perceptible when under the charm of Mdlle. Nilsson's voice and presence. Very warmly, at any rate, did the crowded audience express their gratification with what was done. Madame Patey, who had previously given Handel's "Verdi' prati," sang Hullah's "Storm " with such success that it had to be repeated. The noble voice and impressive style of our English contralto fairly won the honour. Mr. Reeves, unfortunately, could not appear, and his place was taken by Signor Brignoli, a tenor once known at Covent Garden, and since a favourite in the United States. It will be assumed that the labours of several years have not improved Signor Brignoli's voice, but, under the circumstances, it would be ungracious to criticise his rendering of the pieces substituted for Mr. Reeves's songs. Mr. Santley introduced a new composition by Blumenthal, "O comrades, send the flagon round," of which we will only say that it is lucky to have such a singer as its exponent. He also gave the songs of Gounod, "It is not always May" and "The fountain mingles with the river," first brought forward by him two years ago, and concluded his share of work with Ricci's "Sulla poppa." To say that all were rendered in Mr. Santley 's best style is sufficient. The instrumental selections were played by Madame Mangold-Diehl, Madame Neruda, Mdlle. Lindberg, and the brothers Le Jeune. Sir Julius Benedict, Mr. Lindsay Sloper, and Signor Randegger were the accompanists. (The Musical world, Saturday, 29 June 1872)

Mdlle. Christine Nilsson's second and final concert, last Monday, had no special novelty, except a new song, "O, comrades, send the flagon round," by Herr Blumenthal, sung by Mr. Santley, and accompanied by the composer. The lady sang the 'Traviata' scena, a romance, "Le vallon natal," composed by the Baroness Willy de Rothschild, 'Bocchina,' by Sir J. Benedict, Handel's "Let the bright seraphim," and her Swedish melodies ; Mdlle. Nilsson also joined Madame Patey in Rossini's duet, "Quis est homo." The other singer was Signor Brignoli. The solo instrumentalists were Madame Alice Mangold-Diehl, piano; Madame Norman-Neruda, violin ; the Brothers Le Jeune, organ ; Mr. T. Harper, trumpet ; and the accompanists were Sir J. Benedict, Signor Randegger, and Mr. Lindsay Sloper. (The Athenaeum, Saturday, 29 June 1872)

Mdlle. NILSSON'S Second Morning Concert. The accomplished Swedish prima donna had reason to congratulate herself when she appeared to receive the hearty welcome of her numerous admirers at St. James's Hall on Monday morning. Every corner of the place was packed closely, ladies, of course, predominating, and the warm weather bringing out such an array of pretty costumes and prettier faces as can scarcely be seen half a dozen times in the season. One disappointment there was in the absence of Mr. Sims Reeves, his place being supplied by Signor Brignoli, from the Grand Operas of Paris and St. Petersburgh; but, without any disrespect to Signor Brignoli, the audience would rather have heard Mr. Sims Reeves. His substitute sang the pretty air from Martha with much taste, and essayed an English melody, " Good-bye, sweetheart," also joining Mr. Santley in the duet from Belisario. However, the singing of Mdlle. Nilsson herself atoned for this disappointment, for in some respects we do not remember the Swedish Nightingale ever to have sung more exquisitely. Her first air, the well-known " Ah! Fors e lui," from Verdi's Traviata, proved Mdlle. Nilsson to be in excellent voice, and the purity of tone, expression, and perfect finish of her vocalisation produced an extraordinary impression. Nothing could possibly have been more satisfactory to the critic, or more delightful to the amateur. In a new romance, " Le Vallon Natal," composed for Mdlle. Nilsson by the Baroness Willy de Rothschild, her lovely high notes produced a thrilling effect, and her playful rendering of a song by Sir Julius Benedict, entitled "Bocchina," but sung by Mdlle. Nilsson in English, with perfect accent, proved that she has as much delicate humour as sentiment. Handel's "Let the bright Seraphim" was another remarkable effort, Mdlle. Nilsson's clear notes contending with Mr. Harper's trumpet, the silvery blending of voice and instrument being all that the most fastidious listener could wish for. The national Swedish melodies, which Mdlle. Nilsson sings so delightfully, were again eminently successful ; so much so, indeed, that upon the accomplished singer returning to the platform a large number of the visitors who were quitting the Hall stopped as if suddenly arrested by the wand of an enchantress. Mdlle. Nilsson graciously rewarded her admirers by another of her piquant melodies; singer and audience parting on excellent terms, the interest of the latter being increased by the fact that Mdlle. Nilsson would not again, "in maiden meditation fancy free," sing to them, being engaged to be married on the 27th pro. One more item may be mentioned ere we have ended the record of Mdlle. Nilsson's successes that was the duet from the Stabat Mater, in which Madame Patey worthily joined. Madame Patey also sang Handel's "Verdi prati" and Hullah's "Storm," the latter being enthusiastically encored. Mr. Santley's rendering of a new song by Blumenthal, "O comrades, send the flagon round," was nothing short of perfection. It is quite within bounds to say that no other living baritone could have executed a series of shakes that occur in the song with the fluency and precision of our admirable singer. The song was not so well received as it deserved to be, partly because its Bacchanalian character was a little out of place at a fashionable morning concert. At a college dinner-a victorious boat race celebration - or introduced in a comic opera, the melody would have been a great success. In a couple of songs by Gounod "It is not always May " and "The Fountain mingles with the River," Mr. Santley again sang magnificently, and in Ricce's Brindisi "Sulla poppa del mio brik " his easy flow of tone and admirable phrasing elevated the air far beyond its actual merits. The instrumental portion of the concert introduced some novelties. Mr. C. W. Lejeune and his remarkable sons, Arthur and Charles Lejeune, whose organ performances formed a feature of the concert, also played an arrangement of the overture to William Tell upon what was termed an "Orchestral Combination." This was an adaptation of the harmonium, and by a simple combination of these instruments, played by the three performers, a very fair imitation of a small orchestra is produced, and the execution was worthy of high praise for its neatness and correctness. Madame Alice Mangold-Diehl played with great brilliancy Chopin's vivacious Polonaise in E flat, one of the most animated works of the composer; and Mdlle. Alie Lindberg gave a Rondeau of Bach and a Rhapsodie of Liszt in excellent style, though the latter has small claims to be considered a musical piece, judged by the canons of Mozart and Beethoven, "that music, however intense, exciting, or impassioned, should always remain music." Two solos on the violin by Madame Norman-Neruda pleased greatly, a prelude by Bach so much that the audience wished to encore it. Vieuxtemps' "Air Varie" was the second solo, also played with great animation, the staccato being as finished as ever we heard it. The conductors were Sir Julius Benedict, Mr. Lindsay Sloper, and Signor Randegger. Mr. Blumenthal also accompanied his own song. An organ solo by Master Arthur Lejeune commenced, and another by Master Charles Lejeune ended, this excellent concert. (The Era, Sunday, 30 June 1872)

Wednesday, 26 June 1872 : Mr. S. A. Chappell's Popular Concert.

ROYAL ALBERT HALL POPULAR CONCERTS, under the direction of Mr. S. ARTHUR, CHAPPELL. - PROGRAMME for Wednesday next, June 26, To commence at 3 o'clock :- Solo, organ, prelude an fugue, St. Ann's, Bach - Master Charles Le Jeune; divertimento. for two violins, viola, violoncello, contrabass, and two horns, Mozart - MM. Straus, L. Ries, Zerbini, Daubert, Reynolds, Standen, and Paquis; recit Deeper and deeper still, and air, Waft her, Angels, Handel - Mr. Sims Reeves; sonata. for pianoforte and violin, op. 12, No. 3, Beethoven - Herr Pauer and Herr Straus; song, When the moon is brightly shining, Molique - Mr. Sims Reeves; Andante to F, Beethoven, and rondo brilliant, op. 26, for piano alone, Weber - Herr Pauer; march, organ, Athalie, Mendelssohn - Master Charles Lejeune. Accompanyist, Mr. Lindsay Sloper. Price of admission - Boxes, from two to four guineas; Amphitheatre stalls, 10s. 6d.; arena, 7s. 6d.; balcony (front and second rows), 5s.; ditto, other rows, 4s.: organ gallery, 3s.; gallery 2s.; private boxes. from two to four guineas. Tickets may be obtained at Chappell and Co.'s, 50, New Bond-street; Mr. Austin, St. James's-hall, Piccadilly ; and at the Ticket office, Royal Albert-hall. (The Times, Thursday, 20 June 1872) (Also: The Times, Monday, 24 June 1872.)

At the sixteenth People's Concert, in the Royal Albert Hall, on the 25th inst., under the direction of M. Lemmens, the singers were, Mesdames Sherrington and Poole, Messrs, N. Varley and Thornton Wood ; with Signor Scuderi, violinist ; Mr. King Hall, pianist; M. Guilmant, organist. On the 26th, under the direction of Mr. S. A. Chappell a Popular Concert of Classical Chamber Music was given. The instrumentalists were, MM. Straus, L. Ries, Daubert, Reynolds, Standen, Paque, Pauer, and Master Le Jeune. Mr. Sims Reeve was the vocalist, and Mr. Lindsay Sloper the accompanist. (The Athenaeum, Saturday, 29 June 1872)

On the 26th, under the direction of Mr. S. A. Chappell, a popular concert of Classical Chamber Music was given. The instrumentalists were, MM. Straus, L. Ries, Daubert, Reynolds, Standen, Paque, Pauer, and Master Le Jeune. Mr. Sims Reeves was the vocalist, and Mr. Lindsay Sloper the accompanist. (Public Opinion, Saturday, 6 July 1872)

Thursday, 27 June 1872 : Miss Austin's Morning Concert at Hanover-Square Rooms.

MISS AUSTIN'S MORNING CONCERT, under the kind auspices of the Baroness Burdett Coutts and the immediate patronage of the Duchess of Sutherland, the Marchioness of Londonderry, the Marchioness of Ripon, the Countess Dowager of Charlemont, the Countess of Bective, the Dowager Lady Plunkett, the Right Hon. Lady Sherborne, the Lady Augusta Stanley, and Lady O'Brien, will take place at the Hanover-square Rooms, on THURSDAY, June 27, at three o'clock. Vocalists : Madlle. Cora de Wilhurst, Miss Austin, Mr. Edward Lloyd, M. Jules Lefort, and Mr. Santley. Pianoforte, Mr. Charles Fowler ; violin, Signor Scuderi ; violoncello, M. Lasserre ; conductor, Mr. Lindsay Sloper. Stalls, £1 1s.; family tickets to admit four, £2 2s. ; unreserved seats, 7s. 6d., to be had of Mr. Robert Ollivier, 39, Old Bond-street; Mitchell's library, 33, Old Bond-street; Chappell's, 50, New Bond-street ; Mr. George Dolby, 52, New Bond-street ; and of Miss Austin, 29, Cambridge-street, Hyde-park, W. (Morning Post, Saturday, 15 June 1872) (Also: Morning Post, Monday, 24 June 1872; Morning Post, Thursday, 27 June 1872; Morning Post, Wednesday, 26 June 1872; Morning Post, Tuesday, 25 June 1872; The Times, Monday, 24 June 1872; Morning Post, Friday, 21 June 1872; The Times, Thursday, 20 June 1872; Morning Post, Wednesday, 19 June 1872; Morning Post, Tuesday, 18 June 1872; The Times, Monday, 17 June 1872; Morning Post, Monday, 17 June 1872.)

MISS AUSTIN'S MORNING CONCERT. Miss Austin's concert at the Hanover-square Rooms, on Friday last, was largely and fashionably attended. Miss Austin was assisted by Mdlle. Anna Regan, M. Jules Lefort, who assayed "La Mandolinata," with but indifferent success, Mr. Edward Lloyd, and Mr. Santley, who was enthusiastically received. Mr. Santley's first song, "O, comrades, send the flacna round,*' was accompanied by the composer, M. Blumenthal, who was fortunate in finding such an interpreter for so poor a composition. In "Sulla poppa" Mr. Santley did himself full justice, and was heartily applauded. Miss Austin's solo contributions to the programme consisted of Meyerbeer's "Nabli Signer," and Madam Sainton-Dolby's simple but effective song, " When we are old and grey." both of which were artistically sung, and loudly applauded. iMtroBMBtal morie ^ furnished by Mr. Charles Fowles, M. Daubart, and M. Sainton, whose "Scotch Fantasia" was brilliantly executed. Mr. Lindsay Sloper conducted. (London Observer, Sunday, 30 June 1872)

MISS AUSTIN'S MORNING CONCERT.-Miss Austin's concert at the Hanover-square Rooms, on the 28th ult., was largely and fashionably attended. Miss Austin was assisted by Mdlle. Anna Regan, M. Jules Lefort, why essayed "La Mandolinata," with but indifferent success, Mr. Edward Lloyd, and Mr. Santley, who was enthusiastically received. Mr. Santley's first song, "O comrades, send the flagon round," was accompanied by the composer, M. Blumenthal, who was fortunate in finding such an interpreter for such a mediocre composition. In "Sulla poppa." Mr. Santley did himself full justice, and was heartily applauded. Miss Austin's solo contributions to the programme, consisted of Meyerbeer's "Nobil Signor," and Madame Sainton-Dolby's simple but effective song, "When we are old and grey," both of which were artistically sung, and loudly applauded. Instrumental music was furnished by Mr. Charles Fowler, M. Daubert, and M. Sainton, whose "Scotch Fantasia" was brilliantly executed. Mr. Lindsay Sloper conducted. (Public Opinion, Saturday, 6 July 1872)

Friday, 5 July 1872 : Miss Kate Gordon's Annual Evening Concert at St. George's Hall, Langham-Place.

Under most distinguished Patronage, MISS. KATE GORDON has the honour to announce that her ANNUAL CONCERT will take place at ST. GEORGE'S HALL, on FRIDAY EVENING, July 5th, at Eight o'clock. Vocalists: Misses Edith Wynne, Banks, Fairman, and Drasdil; Messrs Nelson Varley, Stanton, and Stepan. Instrumentalists: Miss Kate Gordon and her Pupils, the Misses Herbert, Battye, Powell, and Manning, Messrs Webb and Chipp. Conductors: Messrs Lindsay Sloper, Carder, and Randegger. Stalls, One Guinea; Family Ticket to admit Four, Two Guineas; Balcony, 10s. 6d.; Family Ticket, One Guinea, Admission, 5s, at the Libraries, and of Miss Kate Gordon, Cromwell-lodge, West Cromwell-gardens, Kensington, W. (The Era, Sunday, 30 June 1872)

UNDER Most Distinguished PATRONAGE. - Miss KATE GORDON'S ANNUAL CONCERT, Friday Evening, July 5th, 8 o'clock, at St. Georges-hall. Artists - Mlles. Edith Wynne, Banks ,Fairman, and Drasdil; Miss Gordon's pupils, the Misses Herbert, Battye, Powell, and Manning, Messrs. Nelson Varley, Stepan. Webb, Chipp, Randegger, Alfred Carder, and Lindsay Sloper. Stalls, one guinea; family ticket, to admit four, two guineas; balcony.10s. 6d; family ticket, one guinea: admission, 5s. At the libraries. and or Miss Gordon, 2, Cromwell-lodge, West Cromwell-gardens, Kensington. (The Times, Wednesday, 3 July 1872) (Also: Daily News, Wednesday, 3 July 1872.)

MISS KATE GORDON'S CONCERT. Miss Kate Gordon, a young lady well and honourably known in the musical profession, gave an evening concert St. George's Hall, on Friday last. She was assisted by several vocalists of repute, and individually took an important share in the concert. Miss Gordon has been some few years before the London and the provinces as a solo pianist, and is equally valued a teacher of the art of pianoforte playing. On Friday she appeared, as it might be said, io both capacities, for she played Prudent's fantasia on Lucia di Lammermoor and Handel's "Harmonious Blacksmith," and afterwards superintended the performance of four of her pupils-Misses Herbert, Battye, Powell, and Manning. These young ladies were the exponents of a composition by Ascher, for two pianos. Miss Nora Manning has a delightfully crisp touch, and every facility of execution. There is the making of first-class pianist in this young lady, and in Goria's "Etude de Concert," in E flat, she gave decided evidence of musical ability. We had omitted to say that Miss Kate Gordon played Schumann's "Jaglied,"and being encored for her brilliant performance of Prudent's fantasia she gave arrangement for the left hand of "God Save the Queen." Miss Edith Wynne and Miss Banks were present this concert. The former gave, with peculiar charm of manner, two songs in the Welsh language-" The Ash Grove" and The Bells of Aberdovey." Miss Banks gave Ganz's "Sing, Sweet Bird," and a song by Bishop, entitled "The Ray of Hope." To this Mr. G. Webb played the clarionet obbligato. Mdlle. Drasdil sang "Quando a te lieta," from [?] (violoncello obligato by Mr. Horatio Chipp). Miss Fairman sang "The Minstrel Boy" as it ought to be sung, and with none of those alterations at the close which some persons calling themselves artists venture upon. Mr. Nelson Varley and Herr Stepan were of the vocal party. The conductors were Signor Randegger, Mr. Lindsay Sloper, and Mr. Alfred Carter. St. George's Hall was crowded to excess. (Morning Advertiser, Monday, 8 July 1872)

Miss Kate Gordon, the pianist, has given her annual evening concert, with the co-operation of her pupils. The solo singers were the Misses Edith Wynne, Banks, Fairman, and Drasdil, Mr. N. Varley, and Herr Stepan; with Signor Randegger, Messrs. L. Sloper and A. Carter, as accompanists. (The Athenaeum, Saturday, 13 July 1872)

Miss KATE GORDON'S Concert. This accomplished pianist gave her annual concert at St.. George's Hall on Friday evening (5th inst.), under the most distinguished patronage. The Hall was densely crowded-indeed, too crowded, as many visitors were unable to find seats and were dissatisfied in consequence. The pianoforte playing of Miss Kate Gordon naturally attracted great attention, and her admirers must have been gratified, as we were, to remark how greatly Miss Gordon has improved during the past year. Her first solo was Handel's "Harmonious Blacksmith;" followed by Schumann's clever and animated "Taglied. " Miss Gordon also played Beethoven's "Clarionet Trio " as it is called, with Mr. Webb taking that instrument, and Mr. Horatio Chipp violoncello; but the pianoforte piece that pleased the audience most of all was the dashing and effective arrangement by Prudent of airs from Lucia di Lammermoor. This being full of showy and brilliant passages, founded upon the principal melodies of Donizetti's opera, pleased so much, together with Miss Gordon's elegant playing that it was encored. Miss Gordon may be congratulated upon having advanced her position as a pianist since we last had the pleasure of attending her concerts. The vocal music of the present concert was exceedingly good. Miss Edith Wynne sang "Should he Upbraid" with her usual brilliancy, and met with her usual reception, being enthusiastically encored. She then gave the song of the faithful hound whose story has made a name for the pretty little village at the foot of Snowdon. Miss Wynne also joined Mdlle. Drasdil and Messrs. Nelson Varley and Carl Stepan in the famous quartet from Rigoletto, besides singing the plaintive old Welsh song "The Ash Grove" and the livelier melody "The Bells of Aberdovey." Miss Banks sang Mr. Ganz's pretty air "Sing, sweet bird," and Bishops showy air "The Ray of Hope," in the latter being accompanied extremely well on the clarionet by Mr. G. R. Webb. Miss Banks also joined Messrs. Nelson Varley and Carl Stepan in Randegger's capital trio "I Naviganti." Miss Alice Fairman produced a great impression by her singing of "O, mio Fernando," the low notes being especially good. Miss Fairman also sang "The Minstrel Boy." Mdlle. Drasdil sang the plaintive air "Quando a te lista," from Faust, most expressively, Mr Chipp playing the violoncello obbligato with his usual skill. The same artiste also gave a solo on Scotch airs upon the violoncello. Mdlle. Drasdil also gave Randegger's serenade "Sleep, dearest," in her usual good style. Mr. Nelson Varley was exceedingly successful in Handel's difficult and exacting air "Sound an Alarm," and was recalled. He also gave H. R. Allen's "Maid of Athens," by far the best setting of Byron's words that was ever published. Herr Carl Stepan sang with good taste and great expression Schubert's famous song "The Wanderer," accompanying himself upon the piano like a musician, which Herr Stepan unquestionably is. Sundry young pupils of Miss Kate Gordon played pianoforte pieces, the Misses Herbert, Battye, Powell, and Manning playing a quartett; Miss Nora Manning. a study by Goria; and Misses Battye and Manning a duet for two pianos upon airs from Faust. Mr. Alfred Carder, Mr. Lindsay Sloper, and Signor Randegger rendered good service at the piano. (The Era, Sunday, 14 July 1872)

Wednesday, 17 July 1872 : Mademoiselle Miriam's Morning Concert at Willis's Rooms, King-Street, St. James's.

Under the immediate Patronage of her Grace the Duchess of Norfolk, her Grace the Duchess of Buckingham, the Marchioness of Londonderry, the Countess Dowager of Buchan, the Countess of Denbigh, Lady Howard of Glossop, Lady Kenmarre, Lady Vaux of Harrowden, Mrs. Washington Hibbert, &c., MDLLE MIRIAM (Pupil of Mr Lindsay Sloper) begs to announce her MORNING CONCERT, at WILLIS'S ROOMS, KING STREET, ST. JAMES'S, WEDNESDAY NEXT, ,July 17th 1872, at a Quarter to Three o'clock precisely. Vocalists - Madame Florence Lancia, Mdlle Romanelli, Signor Gardoni, Mr Montem Smith, and Signor Caravoglia. Instrumentalists - Pianoforte, Mdlle Miriam, Miss Julia Muschamps (pupil of Mr. Lindsay Sloper), Mr Lindsay Sloper, and Sir Julius Benedict. Harp, Madame Frost. Conductors, Messrs W. Ganz, W. C. Levey, and Lindsay Sloper. Erard's Grand Piano-forte and Harp will be used on this occasion. Reserved Seats, Half-a-guinea; Unreserved, Five Shillings. To he obtained of Mdlle Miriam, 49, Duke-street, St. James's.; also in reference to Engagements for Concerts, &c., Town or Country. MDLLE. MIRIAM Will Perform at her Concert, one of Beethoven's Sonatas; "Home, Sweet Home," Gottschalk; "Pasquinade," Gottschalk; also in a Duet for Pianoforte and Harp, with Madame FROST, on "Airs from La Sonnambula," and in the Grand Duet (for Four Performers on Two Pianofortes, arranged from three pieces by Sir Julius Benedict, by Lindsay Sloper) with Miss Julia Muschamps, Mr Lindsay Sloper, and Sir Julius Benedict. (The Era, Sunday, 14 July 1872) (Also: The Times, Monday, 15 July 1872.)

Wednesday, 17 July 1872 : Mr. Arthur Chappell's Popular Concert at Royal Albert Hall.

ROYAL ALBERT HALL.- POPULAR CONCERT, under the direct of Mr. ARTHUR CHAPPELL LAST CONCERT on Wednesday Next, July 17, on which occasion MM. Straus, L. Ries, Zerbini, Dauber., Reynolds, Lazarus, Paquis. and Lindsay Sloper. will appear. Vocalist, Mr. Sims Reeves. Amphitheatre stalls, 10s. 6d.; arena stalls. 7s. 6d.; balcony (first and second rows). 5s.; other rows, 4s.; gallery, 1s. Programmes and tickets at Chappell and Co.'s, 50, New Bond-street; of all the usual agents; and at the Ticket-office Royal Albert Hall. (Daily News, Thursday, 11 July 1872) (Also: The Standard, Friday, 12 July 1872.)

ROYAL ALBERT HALL.- POPULAR CONCERT, under the direct of Mr. ARTHUR CHAPPELL LAST CONCERT on Wednesday Next, July 17, on which occasion the programme will include Schubert's Ottet, Beethoven's celebrated Kreutzer sonata for piano, violin, &c. Executants: MM. Straus, L. Ries, Zerbini, Dauber., Reynolds, Lazarus, Paquis. and Lindsay Sloper. will appear. Vocalist, Mr. Sims Reeves. Amphitheatre stalls, 10s. 6d.; arena stalls. 7s. 6d.; balcony (first and second rows). 5s.; other rows, 4s.; gallery, 1s. Programmes and tickets at Chappell and Co.'s, 50, New Bond-street; of all the usual agents; and at the Ticket-office Royal Albert Hall. (The Standard, Saturday, 13 July 1872) (Also: Daily News, Tuesday, 16 July 1872; Daily News, Monday, 15 July 1872; The Times, Tuesday, 16 July 1872.)

ROYAL ALBERT HALL.- POPULAR CONCERT, under the direct of Mr. ARTHUR CHAPPELL LAST CONCERT on This Afternoon (Wednesday), July 17, on which occasion the programme will include Schubert's Ottet, Beethoven's celebrated Kreutzer sonata for piano, violin, &c. Executants: MM. Straus, L. Ries, Zerbini, Dauber., Reynolds, Lazarus, Paquis. and Lindsay Sloper. will appear. Vocalist, Mr. Sims Reeves. Amphitheatre stalls, 10s. 6d.; arena stalls. 7s. 6d.; balcony (first and second rows). 5s.; other rows, 4s.; gallery, 1s. Programmes and tickets at Chappell and Co.'s, 50, New Bond-street; of all the usual agents; and at the Ticket-office Royal Albert Hall. (The Standard, Wednesday, 17 July 1872)

On Wednesday afternoon, at Mr. Chappell's "Popular Concert," Schubert's octet in F, for strings and wind instruments - (Beethoven's septet plus a second violin) - was performed, together with the Kreutzer sonata (by Mr. Lindsay Sloper and Herr Straus). (Musical standard, Saturday, 20 July 1872)

It is to be hoped that the success of Mr. Arthur Chappell's introduction of the Popular Concerts has seen such as to justify a renewal of them next season in the Royal Albert Hall. The ?nal programme was on the 17th. It comprised Schubert's Ottet for two violins (Messrs. Straus and L. Ries), viola (M. Zerbini), Violoncello (Herr Daubert), double bass (Mr. Reynolds), clarionet (Mr. Lazarus), horn (M. Paque), and bassoon (Mr. Hutchins). Mr. Lindsay Sloper was the pianist, and had as associate Herr Straus in Beethoven's 'Kreutzer Sonata.' Mr. Sims Reeves was the vocalist. (The Athenaeum, Saturday, 20 July 1872)

Friday, 20 September 1872 : Mr. Charles Santley's Concert at Free Trade Hall, Manchester.

Mdme. Florence Lancia, Mr. Santley, Mr. Lindsay Sloper, M. Sainton, and Mr. E. Lloyd are announced for a concert at the Manchester Free Trade Hall … (The orchestra, Oct. 1863-Mar. 1881, Friday, 13 September 1872)

MANCHESTER. - Mr. Santley gave a concert at Manchester in the Free Trade Hall on Sept. 20th. He was assisted by Madame F. Lancia, Miss Cafferata, and Mdlle, Lallemant (soprano), Mdlle. Enriquez, Mr. E. Lloyd, and Mr. Maybrick, M. Sainton (violin) and Mr. Lindsay Sloper (accompanyist). The ballads and songs might have been more varied. We rather prefer the selection of the gentlemen to that of the ladies. The contrast of Mozart's sestet "Sola, Sola," was very great. The ladies sang pleasantly, Mdlle. Enriquez showing most power of voice, but it would have been better if she had sung with greater warmth of feeling, and not attempted to show off her lower notes so much, an almost universal habit amongst contraltos. Messrs. Lloyd and Maybrick deserved the hearty reception they got, for they sang with power and feeling well shown in the concerted pieces where they refrained from attempting to display their own voices at the expense of the music. Mr. Santley sang in his usual grand style, but we wish he could be persuaded to sing songs more adapted to a bass, (or we are afraid his love for the upper F and G is telling on his voice. M. Sainton had two solos with piano accompaniment, one from Mendelssohn's concerto in E minor, and the other a fantasia on airs from "Rigoletto." The first was beautifully played. Mr. Sloper is a finished accompanyist. It must be a real pleasure to sing to his playing. (Musical standard, Saturday, 5 October 1872)

Monday, 23 September 1872 : Grand Evening Concert at Festival Hall, York.

FESTIVAL HALL, YORK. GRAND EVENING CONCERT, MONDAY, SEPT. 23. Mr. SANTLEY, Miss ENRIQUEZ, Mad. FLORENCE LANCIA, Mr. EDWARD LLOYD, Miss CAFFERATA, Mr. MAYBRICK. M. SAINTON, Violin; Mr. LINDSAY SLOPER, Pianoforte. Numbered Seats, 5s.; Second do., 2s.; Admission, 1s. Tickets at Banks' Music Warehouse. (York Herald, Saturday, 14 September 1872)

FESTIVAL HALL, YORK. GRAND EVENING CONCERT, MONDAY, SEP'T. 23. Mr. SANTLEY. Miss ENRIQUEZ. Mad. FLORENCE LANCIA, Mr. EDWARD LLOYD, Miss CAFFERATA, Mr. MAYBRICK. M. SAINTON, Violin ; Mr. LINDSAY SLOPER, Pianoforte. Numbered Seats, 3s. ; Second do., 2s ; Admission, 1s. Tickets at Banes' Music Warehouse. (York Herald, Saturday, 21 September 1872)

Tuesday, 24 September 1872 : Mr. Fras. Goodricke's Grand Evening Concert at Spa Royal Music Hall, Scarborough.

SCARBOROUGH…SPA ROYAL Music HALL - (General Manager, Mr. Fras. Goodricke.) -A grand evening concert was given at this superb place of amusement on Tuesday last, by Mr. Santley. Madame Florence Lancia, Miss Cafferata, Miss Enriquez, Mr. Edward Lloyd, Mr. Maybrick, and Mr. Lindsay Sloper. The programme was a lengthy one, and several brilliant pieces by Mr. Santley, Madame Florence Lancia, and M. Sainton, were enthusiastically encored. The house was filled to overflowing, notwithstanding the very cold and stormy state of the weather. (The Era, Sunday, 29 September 1872)

Wednesday, 25 September 1872 : Messrs. Gough And Davy's Concert at Hull.

Mr. George Dolby's party, consisting of Mesdames Florence Lancia and Enriquez, Miss Cafferata, Messrs. Arthur Lloyd, Maybrick, and Santley, with MM. Sainton and Lindsay Sloper as instrumentalists, are starring in the provinces. … Messrs. Gough and Davy, the well-known music-sellers, of Hull, gave their first concert for the season on Wednesday night, the 25th ult. The artists were Mr. Santley, Mdme. Lancia, Miss Cafferata, Miss Enriquez, Mr. Edward Lloyd, and Mr. Maybrick, vocalists; and M. Sainton, violin, and Mr. Lindsay Sloper, pianist. The programme was well selected, and magnificently rendered, the great feature of the evening being the extraordinary applause given to Mr. Santley after his singing of the "Yeoman Wedding" and "Hearts of Oak." The manifestations of delight given to the great baritone were protracted and vigorous in the extreme. The veteran Sainton also received a highly flattering reception, and so did Miss Enriquez. (Musical standard, Saturday, 5 October 1872)

Friday, 27 September 1872 : Mr. W. Pyatt's Grand Half-Crown Concert at Drill Hall, Derby.

MR. SANTLEY'S CONCERT AT THE DRILL HALL. The comparatively thin attendance at the Drill Hall last Friday, upon the occasion of Mr. Santley's first appearance in this town since his return from America. must be attributed to the inclemency of the Weather, and not to apathy upon the part of the musical public of Derby and its vicinity. The party of artistes who took part in Mr. W. Pyatt's "Grand Half-Crown Concert" were Madame Florence Lancia, Miss Cafferata, Miss Enriquez, Mr. Santley, Mr. E. Lloyd, Mr. Maybrick, Mr. Sainton, and Mr. Lindsay Sloper, and the following was the programme:- PART 1. Trio, "Excelsior," Berger. Miss Cafferata, Miss Enriquez, and Mr. Maybrick. Song, " Good night, beloved! 'Balfe. Mr. Edward Lloyd. Song, ' Why do I love thee yet ?" Lindley. Miss Enriquez. Recitative and Air, "Thou, whose sweet seductive grace" (Zampa), Herold. Mr. Santley, Aria, " Qui Ia voce" (I Puritani), Bellini. Madams Florence Lancia. Andante and Rondo, from Concerto in E minor, for Violin, with Pianoforte accompaniment, arranged by Mendelssohn, M. Sainton, and Mr. Lindsay Sloper. Song, " A warrior bold," S. Adams. Mr. Maybrick. Song, "I love my love,"Pinsuti. Miss Cafferata. Duet, Pronta io son" (Don Pasquale), Donizetti. Madame Florence Lancia and Mr. Santley. Quartet, "Over the dark blue waters," Weber. Miss Cafferata, Miss Enriquez, Mr. Edward Lloyd, and Mr. Maybrick. PART 2. Duet, "Da quel di" (Linda di Chamounix), Donizetti. Madame Florence Lancia and Mr. E. Lloyd, Songs, ' Voice of the western wind" and "To Anthea," Hatton. Mr. Santley. Song, "When we are old and grey,' Madame S. Dolby. Miss Enriquez. Song, "The angel at the window," B. Tours. Mr. E. Lloyd. Ballad," Good night, sweet mother," Diodonate. Madame Florence Lancia. Fantasia, Violin (Rigoletto), Sainton, M. Sainton. Song, " The yeoman's wedding song," Poniatowski. Mr. Santley. Song, "I've been roaming," C. E. Horn. Miss Cafferata. Sestet, "Sola, sola" (Don Giovanni), Mozart. Madame Florence Lancia, Miss Cafferata, Miss Enriquez, Mr. E. Lloyd, .Mr. Maybrick, and Mr. Santley. Madame Lancia, who possesses a remarkably fine soprano voice, was not heard to advantage owing to a cold, the effects of which were evident from time to time although not sufficiently so to prevent her from going through with her share of the programme. Miss Cafferata and Miss Enriquez each had their admirers and deservedly; although differing in character and quality of voice both of these ladies sang tastefully and correctly, eliciting frequent warm applause from the audience. Mr. Santley, who was very heartily welcomed, seemed to have improved with his recent travels; if indeed improvement were possible in a voice which as it appears to us on the last occasion we heard it had reached the summit of excellence. Mr. Edward Lloyd is a rising tenor singer who deserves encouragement. His style is marked by taste and sensibility, and the quality of his voice is admirable. Mr. Maybrick is no favourite of ours, and we think that however useful he may be in concerted pieces, it is a mistake to suppose him good enough for a solo singer in the same company as Santley. Mr. Sainton played the slow movement and rondo from Mendelssohn's violin concerto in E minor, which was as effective as is possible with only a pianoforte accompaniment, even though the latter is arranged by the composer. This part, and the pianoforte accompaniments, were entrusted to Mr. Lindsay Sloper. We need not add that the duties could not have been more efficiently performed. Some change took place in the disposition of seats at the last moment, and we understand that, is defiance of the published announcement that the Hall would be entirely unreserved, some seats were reserved at double the maximum price quoted on the bills. (Derby Mercury, Wednesday, 2 October 1872)

DERBY. DRILL HALL.-Mr Pyatt's Concert in [Derby] was a great success. The artistes were Mr Santley, Madame Florence Lancia, Miss Cafferata, Miss Enriquez, Mr. E. Lloyd, Mr Maybrick, M. Sainton, and Mr. Lindsey Sloper. (The Era, Sunday, 6 October 1872) (Also: The Era, Sunday, 6 October 1872.)

Monday, 30 September 1872 : Mr. Hickey's Concert at Town Hall, Reading.

Town hall, Reading, GRAND EVENING CONCERT will take place on Monday, September 30th, 1872, MR. SANTLEY, MADAME FLORENCE LANCIA, MISS CAFFERATA, MISS ENRIQUEZ, MR. EDWARD LLOYD, MR. MAYBRICK. M . SAINTON (Violin), MR. LINDSAY SLOPER (Pianoforte), Will have the honour of appearing. Numbered Chairs. 6s. ; Numbered Dress Seats. 4s.; Balcony. 3s.; Body of the Hall, 2s plan of Hail. Tickets, and Programmes at Bitfields Music Depot, where places may be secured … Mr. Santley. -This renowned baritone singer will appear at the Town Hall, on Monday week, with the following company of artistes :- Madame Florence Lancia, Miss Enriques, Mr. Edward Lloyd, Mr. Maybrick, M. Sainton (violin), and Mr. Lindsay Sloper (piano). The tickets for the concert are selling exceedingly well. (Berkshire Chronicle, Saturday, 21 September 1872)

READING. TOWN HALL. (Manager, Mr. Hickey). Madame Florence Lancia, Miss Cafferata, Miss Enriquez, Mr. Santley, Mr. Maybrick, Mr Edward Lloyd, M. Sainton, and Mr Lindsay Sloper appeared here on Monday before a full and fashionable audience, who thoroughly appreciated the rich and varied musical treat presented to them through the untiring energy of Mr Hickey, the efficient Reading agent (The Era, Sunday, 6 October 1872) (Also: The Era, Sunday, 6 October 1872.)

Tuesday, 1 October 1872 : Mr. C. J. Mew's Grand Evening Concert at Portland Hall, Southsea.

PORTLAND HALL, SOUTHSEA. MR. C. .J. Mew begs to announce that he has made arrangements for a GRAND EVENING CONCERT, to take place as above, on Tuesday, October 1st, 1872, when Mr. SANTLEY, Madame FLORENCE LANCIA, Miss CAFFERATA, Miss ENRIQUEZ, Mr. EDWARD LLOYD, Mr. MAYBRICK, M. SAINTON (Violin), And Mr. LINDSAY. SLOPER (Pianoforte), will have the honour of appearing. PROGRAMME. PART I: Trio, "Excelsior. F. P. Berger, Miss Cafferata, Miss Enriquez, and Mr. Maybrick. SONG, "Once again" Sullivan. Mr. Edward Lloyd. SONG, "Why do l love thee yet." G. Linley. Miss Enriquez. RESCIT. AND AIR, "Thou, whose sweet seductive grace" (Zampa.) Herold, Mr. Santley. ARIA, "Qui la voce" I Puritani, Bellini, Madame Florence Lancia. ANDANTE AND RONDO, from Concerto in E minor, for Violin, - with Pianoforte accompaniment. Arranged by Mendelssohn. M. Sainton and Mr. Lindsay Sloper. SONG, "A warrior-bold." S. Adams. Mr. Maybrick. Song "I love my-love" Pinsuti, Miss Cafferata. DUET, " Pronta io son." (Don Pasquale.) Donizetti, Madame Florence Lancia and Mr. Santley. QUARTETT "Over the dark blue waters ..(Oberon) Weber. Miss Cafferata, Miss Enriquez, Mr. Edward Lloyd, and Mr. Maybrick. PART II. DUET, "Di quel di" (Linda di Chamounix) Donizetti. Madame Florence Lancia and Mr. Edward Lloyd. Songs "Voice of the Western Wind" "To Anthea" Hatton, Mr. Santley. SONG, " When we-are old and grey." Madame Sainton Dolby, Miss Enriquez; SONG, "The angel at the window" B. Tours. Mr. Edward Lloyd. BALLAD "Good nights sweet mother" Diodonato. Madame Florence Lancia. FANTASIA. Violin (Rigoletto.) Sainton, M. Sainton. SONG " The Yeoman's Wedding Song " Prince Poniatowski, Mr. Santley. Song, "I've been-Roaming." C. E. Horn, Miss Cafferata. SESTET, "Sola, Sola" (Don Giovanni.) Mozart. Madame Florence Lancia, Miss Cafferata, Miss Enriquez, Mr. Edward Lloyd, Mr. Maybrick, and Mr. Santley. At the Pianoforte, Mr. Lindsay Sloper. Centre Stalls, 5s.; Family Tickets (to admit Five), .£1 1s.;. Side Stalls, 4s.; Family Tickets (to admit Six), 21s.; Unreserved Seats, 2s.; Balcony, 1s. Tickets may be obtained of Mr. C. J. Mew, at his Music Warehouse, Palmerston-road, where the plan of the room may be seen and places secured. Doors open at 7.30. Concert to commence at 8; Carriages at 10. Carriages to set down with horses' heads towards Palmerston road, and to take up towards Portsmouth. (Hampshire/Portsmouth Telegraph, Saturday, 21 September 1872) (Also: Hampshire/Portsmouth Telegraph, Saturday, 28 September 1872.)

GRAND CONCERT AT THE PORTLAND HALL. Seldom has such an audience - both in a musical and a critical sense - assembled at the Portland Hall, as that which crowded every coign of vantage on Tuesday evening last and not the slightest astonishment can be experienced at the fact when the magnificent array of musical talent is taken into consideration. In the van stands our great baritone Santley, with his perfect enunciation and unrivalled execution, and consorting with him were the piquant Madame Lancia, Mr. Lloyd, the tenor, Mr. Maybrick, baritone, Mdlle. Enriquez, contralto, and Miss Cafferata, soprano. But the catalogue is not yet complete, for the instrumental department was represented by M. Sainton and Mr. Lindsay Sloper. With such a concentration of talent, it is not, we think, very surprising that the demonstration of the audience on Tuesday evening at times almost exceeded the bounds of prudence. When the packed audience had got warm upon the subject - we do not speak in an atmospheric sense - the encores were the rule rather than the exception, and the consequence was that a by no means scanty programme was considerably prolonged. Indeed, the reception of Mr. Santley throughout the entire evening was something, "prodigious," and it culminated when he gave, late in the evening, with all his accustomed fervour and dramatic instinct, the celebrated old "Hearts of Oak," which, although itself an encore, he was compelled to repeat, amidst tumultuous applause. Of the winsome Madame Lancia, we may say that she fairly captivated the house, and received a welcome as gratifying to her as it was deserving. The items in the programme allotted to her were of a most varied kind; and whether the theme were grave or gay, the skill of the artiste was ever transparent. The excitement of the audience was first aroused by the splendid delivery of the recit and air from Zampa, "None can fly my law supreme," by Mr. Santley. A burst of applause, again and again repeated, brought the vocalist to the footlights, who bowed his acknowledgments and retired. The fair prima donna received a similar compliment for her rendering of the delicious " Qui la voce" from I Puritani, whilst Mr. Maybrick gave, with considerable power and judgment, the robust song for baritone, "A warrior bold." An andante and rondo in E minor, by Mendelssohn, for violin with pianoforte accompaniment, was in every sense an eminent performance, M. Sainton receiving an enthusiastic recall, which he acknowledged, but the piece was not repeated. The pretty duet, "Pronta io son," from Don Pasquale, was very beautifully rendered by Madame Lancia and Mr. Santley, and elicited a hearty encore, when the last part was repeated. The quartette, "Over the dark blue waters" (Oberon), with which the first part concluded, was as successful as any of the items of the evening, the rich contralto voice of Miss Enriquez blending harmoniously with the tenor of Mr. Edward Lloyd and the powerful organ of Mr. Maybrick. The artistes were loudly applauded at the conclusion of the piece, but failed to respond to a pretty generally expressed desire for its repetition. The opening duet in the second part, from Donizetti's Linda di Chamounix, was received with evident satisfaction, and it is impossible to say which of the two artistes (Madame Lancia and Mr. Lloyd) is entitled to the higher commendation, so equally were their parts balanced and sustained. Mr. Santley's appearance was again the signal for a loud burst of applause. His rendering of Hatton's pretty songs, "Voice of the Western Wind" and "To Anthea," fully maintained his high reputation. The great ease and clearness with which he produced his upper notes was astonishing, and, in fact, his singing altogether electrified the audience, who would not allow him to retire from the platform before he repeated the last verse of the second song. Later in the evening he again appeared, and sang the pretty song entitled " The Yeoman's Wedding Song," by Prince Poniatowski, for which he was loudly encored; In response he sang the nautical song, "Hearts of Oak." Mr. Santley gave the song in the manner in which only he can give it, and received loud and continued applause at the end of each of the well-known verses. Its repetition was loudly demanded, and after a somewhat long delay Mr. Santley appeared and repeated the last verse to the intense satisfaction of the audience. Miss Enriquez, in the song, "When we are old and grey," displayed a complete power over her deep, rich, and well-modulated voice, and fully deserved the marked expressions of appreciation with which she was greeted.- Mr. Lloyd's song, "The Angel at the Window" went remarkably well, and in response to a general encore he rendered the equally taking ballad "Who shall be fairest." The next item on the programme was a violin fantasia by M. Sainton, who executed a collection of airs from "Rigoletto" arranged by himself. This was one of the most enjoyable performances of the whole evening. M. Sainton is too well known in the musical world to render it necessary for us to describe his powers as a violinist. Suffice it to say. that, as master of that instrument, his success appears to increase rather than diminish. The concluding air of the fantasia was the well known Serenade, the performance of which so pleased the audience that they hardly allowed the executant to finish before they re-demanded it. The demand was acceded to, and Mr. Sainton retired from the stage amid loud applause. The old and pleasing song, " I've been roaming," by C. E. Horn, was sweetly rendered by Miss Cafferata. The concluding sestet "Sola, Sola," from Don Giovanni, was capitally rendered, the voices of the various performers being well blended, and the strictest time and tune being preserved throughout. In concluding our notice we must congratulate Mr. Mew on the success of his arrangements for the concert, and express a hope that the support he received may induce him and other caterers for the amusement of the musical public of this large borough, to arrange for these, high class, concerts a little more frequently than heretofore. (Hampshire/Portsmouth Telegraph, Saturday, 5 October 1872)

VISITORS AT SOUTHSEA. Notices of arrivals and departures may be left at Mills Library, Palmerston-road, Caine's Library, Wish-street, at Radigue's News agent, Great Southsea-street; or sent direct to the Office, 81 High-street, Portsmouth, not later than Thursday, by Six o'clock in the afternoon…THE HOTELS. THE PORTLAND. - Mr. and Mrs. Wilson, Mr. Fletcher, Dr. Turner, Mr. Charles Gilbert, Mr. Santley and servants, Madame Florence Lancia and servant; Miss Cafferata, Miss Enriquez, Mr. Edward Lloyd, Mr. Maybrick, Mr. Sainton, Mr. Lindsay Sloper, Mr. Dolby. (Hampshire/Portsmouth Telegraph, Saturday, 5 October 1872)

Wednesday, 2 October 1872 : Mr. W. Kuhe's Ballad Concert at Brighton.

BRIGHTON. - MR. KUHE'S BALLAD CONCERT, WEDNESDAY EVENING, OCTOBER 2nd. Miss Edith Wynne, Miss Cafferata, and Mdme. Florence Lancia, Miss Enriquez and Mdme. Patey; MM. A. Byron, Edward Lloyd, Patey, Maybrick, and Mr. Santley. Violin, M. Sainton Pianoforte, Mr. Kuhe. Conductors, Mr. Lindsay Sloper and Mr. G. Forbes. Particulars at Messrs. Potts & Co. (The orchestra, Oct. 1863-Mar. 1881, Friday, 27 September 1872)

Thursday, 3 October 1872 : Mr. Charles Lockey's Grand Evening Concert at Music Hall, Hastings.

MUSIC HALL, HASTINGS. MR. CHARLES LOCKEY has the honor to announce that he has arranged for a Grand EVENING CONCERT to take place on THURSDAY, OCTOBER 3rd, 1872. Artistes :- MR. SANTLEY, MDME. FLORENCE LANCIA, MISS CAFFERATA, MISS ENRIQUEZ, MR. EDWARD LLOYD, MR. MAYBRICK, M. SAINTON, (Violin), and MR. LINDSAY SLOPER, (Pianoforte,) will have the honor of appearing. Doors open at 7.30, commence at 8. -Carriages ordered at 10. Central Stalls, 6s., Family Ticket to admit four, 21s.; Side Stalls (numbered), 4s., Family Ticket to admit three, 10s. 6d.; Second Seats, 2s.; Back Seats, 1s. Tickets and plan of the Hall may be seen at Lockey's Pianoforte Saloon. (Hastings and St. Leonards Observer, Saturday, 28 September 1872)

CHARLES LOCKEY has the honor to announce that he has arranged for a Grand EVENING CONCERT take place on THURSDAY, OCTOBER 3rd, 1872. Artistes : MR. SANTLEY, MDME. FLORENCE LANCIA, MISS CAFFERATA, MISS ENRIQUEZ, MR. EDWARD LLOYD, MR. MAYBRICK, M. SAINTON, (Violin), and MR. LINDSAY SLOPER, (Pianoforte,) will have the honor of appearing. … Doors open at 7.30, commence at 8. - Carriages ordered for 10., 6s., Family Ticket to admit four, 21s.; Side Stalls (numbered), 4s., Family Ticket to admit three, 10s. 6d Second Seats, 2s.; Back Seats, 1s. Tickets and plan of the Hall may be seen at Lockey's Pianoforte Saloon. (Hastings and St Leonards Observer, Saturday, 28 September 1872)

Saturday, 5 October 1872 : Messrs. Harvey and Hemmin's Grand Evening Concert at Wellington Hall, Dover.

Forthcoming Concert-We are informed that a grand evening concert is to take place at Dover on Friday, the 5th October, when Mr. Santley, Madame Florence Lancia, Miss Cafferata. Miss Enriquez, Mr. Edward Lloyd, Mr. Maybrick, M. Sainton (violin), and Mr. Lindsay Sloper (pianoforte), will appear. (Dover Express, Friday, 20 September 1872)

WELLINGTON HALL, DOVER. MESSRS. HARVEY & HEMMIN beg to announce that they have made arrangements for a GRAND CONCERT to take place as above On Saturday, October 5th. 1872, WHEN MR. SANTLEY, MADAME FLORENCE LANCIA, MISS CAFFERATA, MISS ENRIQUEZ, MR. EDWARD LLOYD, MR. MAYBRICK, M. SAINTON, (violin) and MR. LINDSAY SLOPER, (pianoforte,) Will have the honour of appearing. The Concert will commence at EIGHT o'clock precisely. Carriages may be ordered at Ten o'clock. STALLS (numbered and reserved), 5s. SECOND SEATS, 2s.6d. ADMISSION 1s. Programmes and Tickets may be obtained at Harvey and Hemnin's Library, 1 and 2, Snargate Street, where the Plan of the Room may be seen and Places secured. Entrance to Stalls and Second Seats from Snargate Street, Gallery from Northampton Street only. (Dover Express, Friday, 27 September 1872) (Also: Dover Express, Friday, 4 October 1872.)

Grand Concert in Dover.-We have great pleasure in announcing that our enterprising townsmen, Messrs. Harvey and Hemmin, have completed arrangements with Mr. Santley and his celebrated concert party, including Mr. Santley himself and Madame Florence Lancia, Miss Cafferata, Miss Enriquez, Mr. Edward Lloyd, Mr. Maybrick, M. Sainton (violin), and Mr. Lindsay Sloper (pianoforte), to give a grand evening concert at the Wellington Hall on Saturday next, the 5th inst. The Worcester and Norwich Festivals of this year have afforded the artistes in the company scope for displaying their great vocal abilities, and the Daily Press has been teeming with favourable critiques upon their singing. The programme to be produced in Dover is without exception, one of the best that has been presented to the Dover public, and includes the piece that received the only encore at one of the evening concerts at Norwich last week, entitled "Once again." sung by the celebrated tenor, Mr. Edwd. Lloyd. Of Mr. Santley's abilities we need not speak. They are already world-wide, and his reputation as a singer is without parallel. The lady artistes are likewise well-known, and with Mr. Lindsay Sloper as pianist, a better concert company has not appeared in Dover for many months. (Whitstable Times and Herne Bay Herald, Saturday, 5 October 1872)

GRAND CONCERT AT DOVER. The thanks of the music-loving public of Dover are eminently due to Messrs. Harvey and Hemmin for undertaking and carrying to a successful issue the arrangements in connection with the concert given at the Wellington Hall on Saturday evening, at which Mr. Santley and Madame Lancia were among the principal vocalists. It was undoubtedly one of the most successful entertainments of the kind ever given in Dover ; and the way in which it was supported leads us to hope that it may not be the last. Among the company present were Lord and Lady Edwin Clinton, Sir Norman and Lady Pringle, Major-General Sir Alfred Horsford, K.C.B., Captain Paton, Major Clarke, Col. Leslie, Mr. Bathurst. Mr. G. Coope, Mr. Puckle, Captain Millar, Mr. Martin, Major Hoges, Mr. Cope (Rifle Brigade). Capt. and Miss Cow. Miss Raggett, Capt. Glyn, Dr. Barton. Mr. Jackson, Mr. Burfield, Mrs Lushington. Mrs. Baldwin, Mrs. Jenkins, Mr. and Miss Bradley, Mrs. and Miss Ramsbottom, Mr. and Miss Finnis, Major Pattenson, Miss Paine, Mr. Filliter, Miss Hodgson, Captain Clarke. Mr. J. G. Smith and party, Rev Mr. Seaman, Mr. Long. Mr. Thompson, Mr. Fortescue. Mrs. Joy, Major Clay, Dr. and Mrs. Colbeck, Mrs. Terry, Captain Clayton. Mr Griffiths, Mr. E Clark. Major Elles, Rev. W. E. Light, Mr. Ward, Mr. Mansell, Hon. Morton North, Mr. Lindsay (Rifle Brigade), Mr. Atkinson, Captain and Miss Weber Smith, Mr Stalkart. Captain Jones, Mrs. Harvey and Miss Duke, Mr G. Thompson, Mr. Barnard (the Buffs), Mr. Redman, Mr. Macaulay, Miss Lee, Miss Fielding, Mr. and Mrs. Browne, &c., &c. In addition to the eminent vocalists above named were Miss Enriquez, Miss Cafferata, Mr. Edward Lloyd, and Mr Maybrick, while the instrumentalists were Mr. Sainton and Mr. Lindsay Sloper, the last-named gentlemen furnishing the accompaniments with exquisite taste throughout the concert. The programme contained a rich selection of operatic as well as of popular music, and included "Thou, whose sweet seductive grace," from Zampa, by Mr. Santley, who also sang "The yeoman's wedding song," "Hearts of Oak," and two of Hatton's, which being sung consecutively, afforded opportunity for the display of the great baritone's marvellous versatility of treatment. He also took part with Madame Florence Lancia in the duet " Pronta io son." from Don Pasquale. Madame Lancia charmed every hearer, not only by the grace and sweetness of her style, but by her extraordinary and elaborate powers of execution. These were remarkable in the aria " Qui la voce," from I Puritani, " Good night, sweet mother," a beautiful setting of The May Queen, and the portions allotted to her in her duet with Mr. Santley and the duet "Da quel di," from Linda di Chamounix, which she sang with Mr. Lloyd. The last-named gentleman was highly effective in all he undertook, and secured the most rapturous applause in Arthur Sullivan's new song. "Once again," and "Come into the garden. Maud," both of which he delivered in a manner hardly if at all inferior to that of the great English tenor, with whom both songs are peculiarly associated. Miss Enriquez is not a stranger to Dover, and she succeeded by her careful and painstaking vocalization in adding to the good opinion already formed of her, indeed, there is no doubt that she must occupy the highest place among the contraltos of the concert room. Her rendering of Madame Sainton Dolby's well-known song, "When we are old and grey," greatly reminded the hearer of the composer's own voice and manner, and it was no cause of wonderment that an encore was demanded. It may be mentioned that encores were the order of the evening, and that the demands were in most cases complied with. The other singers, Mr. Maybrick and Miss Cafferata, acquitted themselves with the utmost credit ; and the playing of Mr. Sainton was, as usual, highly finished, while it was more than usually delicate and expressive. In his own arrangement of airs from Rigoletto, he was warmly encored, but he contented himself with bowing his acknowledgments. (Dover Express, Friday, 11 October 1872)

Saturday, 5 October 1872 : Grand Concert at Hall, Folkestone.

FOLKESTONE. GRAND CONCERT.-On Saturday afternoon the large room of the Hall was thronged with the elite of the neighbourhood to enjoy the opportunity of hearing Mr Santley, Madame F. Lancia, Miss Cafferata, Miss Enriquez, Mr E. Lloyd, Mr Maybrick, M. Sainton, and Mr Lindsay Sloper. The occasion will be long remembered here with pleasure. (The Era, Sunday, 13 October 1872)

Monday, 7 October 1872 : Concert at Corn Exchange, Stourbridge.

STOURBRIDGE. CORN EXCHANGE -A concert was: given in the above Hall on Monday, the 7th inst., when the rich and varied musical treat provided by Madame Florence Lancia, Miss Cafferata, Miss Enriquez, Mr Santley, Mr Edward Lloyd, Mr Maybrick, MI. Sainton (violin), and Mr Lindsay Sloper (pianoforte) was thoroughly appreciated by at large and fashionable audience. (The Era, Sunday, 13 October 1872)

Tuesday, 8 October 1872 : Mr. Charles Santley's Evening Concert at Music Hall, Chester.

MUSIC HALL, CHESTER. FIRST CONCERT OF THE SEASON. TUESDAY, OCT. 8th, At Eight o'clock. MR. SANTLEY Will sing "Oh ! ruddier than the Cherry," three other Songs, and in a Duet and Sestet. MR. E. LLOYD Will sing "Once again," "The Angel at the Window," and in a Quartet and Duet. MISS ENRIQUEZ Will sing "Why do I love thee yet," "When we are old and grey," and in a Trio, Quartet, and Sestet. MADAME FLORENCE LANCIA Will sing " Good night, sweet mother," an Aria, in two Duets and a Sestet. MISS CAFFERATA Will sing "I love my love," "I've been roaming," in a Trio, Quartet, and Sestet. There will be THIRTEEN SONGS and BALLADS, a Trio, two Duets, a Quartet, and a Sestet. Also a Fantasia on the Violin by MR. SAINTON, and Andante and Rondo, for Violin and Pianoforte, by MR. SAINTON and MR. LINDSAY SLOPER. Admission :- Upper Gallery, One Shilling ; Side Galleries and Body of Hall, 2s. ; West Gallery, 2s. 6d. ; Reserved Seats, 5s. Tickets are now ready. Phillipson & Golder, Eastgate Row. (Cheshire Observer, Saturday, 14 September 1872) (Also: Cheshire Observer, Saturday, 5 October 1872; Cheshire Observer, Saturday, 28 September 1872; Cheshire Observer, Saturday, 21 September 1872.)

Mr. Santley's Concert. - A grand ballad concert was given in the Music Hall on Tuesday evening last, and, considering the great array of talent engaged, it was not surprising to find that, financially speaking, the concert was quite a success; indeed all, or very nearly all, the front seats were bespoken many days before the event. This may be accounted for from the fact that Mr. Santley was announced to appear. Those who had the satisfaction of being present were delighted to hear Mr. Santley sing some of his favourite songs. It need scarcely be said that Mr. Santley fully maintained his reputation on this occasion. The favourite yeoman's wedding song was done full justice to, and, in reply to an enthusiastic encore, he gave the Stirrup Cup in splendid style. The appearance of Mr. Edward Lloyd, the rising tenor, was anxiously awaited by the audience, and they were by no means disappointed in his performances. Mr. Lloyd possesses a very fine voice, and sings with much grace and skill, and in a very masterly style. His "Once Again" and "Come into the Garden Maud" were sung to perfection, and Mr. Lloyd was most enthusiastically applauded. Madame Florence Lancia proved herself to be a very great favourite with the audience, who especially showed their appreciation of the extremely effective manner in which she rendered the charming ballad "Good night, sweet Mother." Miss Enriquez and Miss Cafferata and Mr. Maybrick also contributed to make the concert in every way a success. The instrumental pieces by M, Sainton (violin) and Lindsey Sloper (piano) were most efficiently performed and highly appreciated. (Cheshire Observer, Saturday, 12 October 1872)

CHESTER. MUSIC HALL.-We are pleased to announce that Messrs Phillipson and Golder's grand concert on Tuesday was a financial success. The Hall Was filled to overflowing by a brilliant audience. The artists engaged were Madame Florence Lancia, Miss Cafferata, Miss Enriquez, Mr Santley, Mr Edward Lloyd, Mr Maybrick, Mr Sainton (violin), and Mr Lindsay Sloper (pianist). The programme was a rich one, end gave great satisfaction. Mr Sainton's violin playing was thoroughly artistic, and Mr Sloper as accompanist was all that could be desired. (The Era, Sunday, 13 October 1872)

Wednesday, 9 October 1872 : Mr. Norwood's First Subscription Concert (Evening) at Guildhall, Preston.

NORWOOD'S SUBSCRIPTION CONCERTS. J. NORWOOD respectfully announces that he purposes giving, during the Ensuing Season, a series of four GRAND SUBSCRIPTION CONCERTS, in the Guild hall, the first being fixed for WEDNESDAY, THE 9TH OF OCTOBER.; ARTISTES: MADAME FLORENCE LANCIA. MISS CAFFERATA, MISS ENRIQUEZ, MR. EDWARD LLOYD, MR. MAYBRICK AND MR SANTLEY. VIOLIN: MR. SAINTON. PIANOFORTE: MR. LINDSAY-SLOPER. Subscription to the Four Concerts:-Reserved, Body of Hall, £1 1s. Reserved, Back Seats, Body of Hall, 10s. 6d. Reserved, Under Gallery, 6s. 6d. Plan of Reserved Seats now ready, at NORWOOD'S, Pianoforte rooms, 21, Fishergate. Single Tickets for Santley Concert :-Reserved, Body of Hall, 6s. 6d. Reserved, Back Seats, Body of Hall, 6s. 6d. Reserved, Under Gallery, 2s. 6d. Admission, One Shilling. (Preston Chronicle, Saturday, 21 September 1872) (Also: Preston Chronicle, Saturday, 28 September 1872; Preston Chronicle, Saturday, 5 October 1872.)

SUBSCRIPTION CONCERTS.-The concert season has again opened; Summer recreations have had their turn, and now the Winter season has come in with its garb of many amusements, in the foremost rank of which stands the "soul inspiring" music. In Preston, we are glad to see high-class music is well patronised. Last season Mr. Norwood, with a view of introducing music of the highest order to be found, commenced a series of subscription concerts. He was well supported ,and he stood true to his promises, for Preston last season had a series of the best concerts that have ever taken place in the town, and Mr. Norwood deserves the highest eulogium that can be accorded to him for the most admirable manner in which he managed them. He won the public confidence, and combined with that, their united support. That support has warranted him in commencing a second series, and the first was given on Wednesday evening. The artistes, who all shine in the musical world, were Madame Florence Lancia, Miss Cafferata, Miss Enriquez, Mr. Edward Lloyd, Mr. Maybrick, Mr. Santley Mr Sainton (violin), and Mr. Lindsay Sloper (pianoforte). The first seats were pretty well filled, but the second were not so full as was expected. The galleries were crowded. The following was the programme. PART I Trio, "Excelsior," F. Berger. Miss Cafferata, Miss Enriquez, and Mr Maybrick. Song "Once again" Sullivan. Mr. Edward Lloyd. Song "Why do I love thee yet" G. Linley. Miss Enriquez. Recit. And Air "Thou, whose sweet seductive grace" Herold. Mr. Santley. Aria "Qui Ia voce" (I Puritani.) Bellini. Madame Florence Lancia. Andante and Rondo, from concerto in E minor, for Violin, with pianoforte accompaniment. arranged by Mendelssohn. M. Sainton and Mr. Lindsay Sloper. Song, "A warrior bold" . S. Adams. Mr. Maybrick. Song "I love my love " - Pinsuti. Miss Cafferata. Duet,."Pronta io son" (Don Pasquale.) Donizetti Madame Florence Lancia and Mr. Santley. Quartett "Over the dark blue waters" (Oberon) Weber. Miss Cafferata, Miss Enriquez, Mr. Edward Lloyd, and Mr. Maybrick. Part II. Duet "Da quel di" (Linda di Chamounix) Donizetti. Madame Florence Lancia and Mr. Edward Lloyd. Songs "Voice of the western wind." " To Anthea " Hatton Mr. Santley. Song "When we are old and grey" Madame Sainton Dolby. Miss Enriquez. Song "The angel at the window " B. Tours. Mr. Edward Lloyd. Ballad "Good night, sweet mother" Diodonato. Madam Florence Lancia. Fantasia, violin . (Rigoletto) Sainton. M. Sainton. Song… 'The Yeoman's Wedding Song" Prince Poniatowski. Mr. Santley. Song "I've been roaming" C. E. Horn. Miss Cafferata. Sestet "Sola, Sola " (Don Giovanni) Mozart. Madame Florence Lancia, Miss Cafferata, Miss Enriquez, Mr. Edward Lloyd, Mr. Maybrick, and Mr. Santley. The opening trio was splendidly rendered, and secured enthusiastic applause. The songs by Mr. Lloyd were magnificently given, and were all loudly redemanded. He possesses a sweet voice of great range, and has greatly distinguished himself in other towns. Miss Enriquez sang beautifully, and Miss Lancia was rapturously applauded in all her songs. Miss Cafferata sang admirably. Mr. Santley was the "star" of the evening. He sang well, and was loudly encored in every piece. M. Sainton exhibits unequalled mastery over the violin, and he well deserved the result to all successful exertions - unanimous applause. At the pianoforte, Mr. Lindsay Sloper presided, and his exertions were well appreciated. The concert throughout was a magnificent success, and we hope that the next concert, which takes place on the 15th of next month, will be a still greater. (Preston Chronicle, Saturday, 12 October 1872)

Friday, 11 October 1872 : Mr. Charles Santley's Grand Evening Concert at Exchange Hall, Blackburn.

EXCHANGE HALL, BLACKBURN. GRAND EVENING CONCERT will take place as above, on Friday, October 11th, 1872, when MR. SANTLEY. Madame FLORENCE LANCIA, Miss CAFFERATA, Miss ENRIQUEZ, MR. EDWARD LLOYD, MR. MAYBRICK, M. SAINTON (violin), AND MR. LINDSAY SLOPER, (PIANOFORTE), Will have the honor of appearing. The Concert will commence at Eight o'clock precisely, Doors open at 7 30. Carriages may be ordered at Half-past Ten o'clock. Stalls (numbered and reserved), 5s.; Second Seats. 2s. 6d. Admission - One shilling. Tickets may be obtained of Mr. JOSHUA MELLER, at his Music Warehouse, where the Plan of the Room may be seen and Places secured. (Blackburn Standard, Wednesday, 9 October 1872)

The Santley Concert. - On Friday evening last, Mr. Santley visited Blackburn, and sang at the Exchange Hall, before an audience of only moderate dimensions. He was assisted by Madame Florence Lancia, Miss Cafferata, Miss Enriquez. Mr. Edward Lloyd, and Mr. Maybrick, with M. Sainton as solo violinist, and Mr. Lindsay Sloper as accompanist. The great baritone was in splendid voice. His singing of the recitative and air from Zampa, "None can fly my law supreme," was a triumph of vocalism, the staccato passages being delivered with surprising brilliancy and crispness. In the two songs by Hatton, "Voice of the western wind" and " To Anthea," Mr. Santley had ample scope for displaying the marvellous compass and purity of his voice and the perfection of his style. "The yeoman's wedding song" -which, by the way, grows somewhat stale- was Mr. Santley's other solo. Madame Florence Lancia's best efforts were in "Qui la Voce," and in a duet, with Mr. Santley, from Don Pasquale, "Pronta io son." Her execution of the florid passages in "Qui la voce" was simply faultless. Miss Cafferata, who is comparatively a debutant, met with a favourable reception. Her voice, though somewhat thin is of good quality ; and in the concerted pieces she passed fairly through a trying ordeal. Miss Enriquez, one of the best of contraltos, and Mr. Maybrick, a useful baritone, were both successful. Mr. Edward Lloyd is a tenor who has rapidly come to the front rank. In Arthur Sullivan's "Once again "he displayed qualities of voice and style which fully justified his high reputation. Of M. Sainton and Mr. Lindsay Sloper it would be almost impossible to say anything new in the way of laudation. (Blackburn Standard, Wednesday, 16 October 1872)

Saturday, 12 October 1872 : Mr. Charles Santley's Morning Concert at Philharmonic Hall, Liverpool.

The Liverpool Musical season commences on the 8th inst., with a concert by the Philharmonic Society, at which Mdlle. Albani will make her first appearance in Liverpool. Mr. F. H. Cowen will give two pianoforte solos as well as conduct his own new symphony. On the following Thursday evening, a ballad concert will be given at the Philharmonic Hall, at which Mr. Sims Reeves, Misses Blanche Cole, Marie Arthur, Helen D'Alton, Messrs. Lewis Thomas, Sidney Naylor and Schuberth will appear. Mr. Santley will give a morning concert in the same hall on Saturday, 12th inst., supported by Mdme. Florence Lancia, Misses Enriquez and Cafferata, Messrs. Lloyd, Maybrick and Santley, Mons. Sainton and Mr. Lindsay Sloper. Mr. Santley is sure of an enthusiastic reception, and the re-appearance here of Mdme. Lancia and Mr. Lloyd is looked forward to with much interest. (The orchestra, Oct. 1863-Mar. 1881, Friday, 4 October 1872)

PHILHARMONIC HALL. Grand morning concert SATURDAY, THE 12th INSTANT. Commencing Three o'clock. MR. SANTLEY, MADAME FLORENCE LANCIA, MISS CAFFERATA, MISS ENRIQUEZ, MR. EDWARD LLOYD, MR. MAYBRICK. Solo Violin: M. SAINTON. Piano-forte: MR. LINDSAY SLOPER. The Concert will commence at Three o'clock precisely; doors open at Two o'clock. TERMS ADMISSION Boxes for Six Persons Stalls 3s Unreserved Stalls 2s Gallery Tickets may be obtained at the Office of the Philharmonic Society, Orange-court, Castle-street, where plans may had and places secured, and at the Hall from Two o'clock on the Afternoon of the Concert. (Liverpool Mail, Saturday, 5 October 1872)

A Morning Concert was given at the Philharmonic Hall, Liverpool, on Saturday last by Mr. Santley, Mdme. Florence Lancia, and other artists of Mr. George Dolby's party, now on a concert tour through the provinces. The following program was performed :- Trio, "Excelsior," (F. Berger), Miss Cafferata, Miss Enriquez, and Mr. Maybrick ; Song, "Once again," (Sullivan), Mr. Edward Lloyd ; Song, "Why do I love thee yet," (Linley), Miss Enriquez; Recit. and Air, "Thou whose sweet seductive grace," (Herold), Mr. Santley; Air, "Qui la voce," (Bellini), Mdme. Florence Lancia; Andante and Rondo, from Concerto in F, minor, for pianoforte accompaniment, (arranged by Mendelssohn), Mons. Sainton and Mr. Lindsay Sloper ; Song, "A Warrior bold," (Adams), Mr. Maybrick; "Song, I love my love," (Pinsuti), Miss Cafferata ; Duet, "Pronta io son," (Donizetti), Mdme. Florence Lancia and Mr. Santley; Quartet, "Over the dark blue waters," (Weber), Misses Cafferata and Enriquez, Messrs. Lloyd and Maybrick ; Duet, "Mira Bianca," (Rossini), Mdme. Florence Lancia and Mr. Edward Lloyd; Songs, "Voice of the Western wind," "To Anthea," (J. L. Hatton), Mr. Santley ; Song, "When we are old and grey, ' (C. H. Sainton-Dolby), Miss Enriquez; Song, "Come into the garden, Maud," (Balfe), Mr. E. Lloyd; Ballad, "Good night, sweet Mother," (Diodonato), Mdme. Florence Lancia; Fantasia, violin, (Sainton), M. Sainton; Song, "The Yeoman's Wedding song," (Poniatowski), Mr. Santley; Sestet, "Sola, Sola," (Mozart), Mdme. Florence Lancia, Misses Cafferata and Enriquez, Messrs. Lloyd, Maybrick and Santley. Mr. Santley was in splendid voice and sang with all his old fire and energy, and of course was enthusiastically applauded and encored in each of his songs. Mdme. Florence Lancia sang the "Puritani" Aria to perfection, and was also heard to great, advantage in the duct with Mr. Santley, the ballad from Tennyson's "May Queen;" her pathos in the latter was irreproachable. In whatever music she undertakes Mdme. Lancia always shows herself an accomplished and true artist. Miss Enriquez, pleased much in Mdme. Sainton-Dolby's song, "When we are old and grey ; and Mr. Lloyd has added to his reputation here by his fine voice and artistic singing. Mr. Maybrick always seems over-eager to obtain an encore. M. Sainton's violin solos met with great applause as usual. There was a very large audience. (The orchestra, Oct. 1863-Mar. 1881, Friday, 18 October 1872)

Monday, 14 October 1872 : Mr. Fras. Goodricke's Concert at Spa Royal Music Hall, Scarborough.

SCARBOROUGH…On Monday, in consequence of the enthusiastic reception of Mr Santley and his party a few weeks ago, a second concoct was given, and Mr Santley, Madame Florence Lancia, Miss Cafferata, Miss Enriquez, Mr Edward Lloyd, Mr, Maybrick, M. Sainton, and Mr Lindsay Sloper attracted a crowded house. (The Era, Sunday, 20 October 1872)

Tuesday, 15 October 1872 : Mr. Ryall's Concert at Music Hall, Birkenhead.

Birkenhead promises to be unusually musical this season. On Monday next the St. Cecilia Amateur Musical Society will give a performance of Benedict's oratorio "St. Peter" at the Music Hall, and on October 15th, Mr. Ryalls gives his first concert of the season, at which Mdme. Florence Lancia, Miss Enriquez, Miss Cafferata, Mr. Edward Lloyd, Mr. Maybrick, and Mr. Santley, M. Sainton and Mr. Lindsay Sloper will appear. (The orchestra, Oct. 1863-Mar. 1881, Friday, 20 September 1872)

Mr. Ryalls gave a concert at the Music Hall Birkenhead on Tuesday last week, the artists being Mesdames Florence Lancia, Cafferata and Enriquez. Messrs. Edward Lloyd, Maybrick, Santley, M. Sainton and Mr. Lindsay Sloper. Mr. Santley was in fine voice and sang all his songs as well as ever. Mdme. Lancia as usual, delighted every one, by her sympathetic and refined singing, and Miss Enriquez and Mr. Lloyd were well received. Sainton's violin solos were given in irreproachable style. The inhabitants of Birkenhead and neighbourhood are greatly indebted to Mr. Ryalls for the musical treat afforded. (The orchestra, Oct. 1863-Mar. 1881, Friday, 1 November 1872)

Monday, 21 October 1872 : Messrs. J. Wood and Co.'s Grand Evening Concert at Queen's-Street Assembly Room, Huddersfield.

ASSEMBLY ROOMS, QUEEN-STREET. Monday Evening, October 21st. Artistes: - Mr. SANTLEY. Made FLORENCE LANCIA. Miss CAFFERATA. Miss ENRIQUEZ. Mr. EDWARD LLOYD. Mr. MAYBRICK. M. SAINTON (Violin), and Mr. LINDSAY SLOPER (Pianoforte). Plan on Wednesday next, at Messrs. Wood and Co.'s, St. George's-square. (Huddersfield Chronicle, Saturday, 5 October 1872) (Also: Huddersfield Chronicle, Saturday, 19 October 1872.)

Messrs. J. Wood and Co.'s Events; Concert. Another of those grand evening concerts, for the arrangement of which Messrs. J. Wood and Co. have made themselves so famous in the town, took place in the Queen's-Street Assembly Room, on Monday night. Notwithstanding the unpropitious state of the weather, every seat was occupied, both reserved, second, and body of the hall, while a long line of carriages was stretched on each side of the street for a long distance. Surprise, however, will not felt at this when the success of past concerts and the rich array of musical talent prepared for Monday evening's entertainment are considered. The name of Mr. Santley was a sufficient guarantee for a good house, but there were in addition Madame Florence Lancia. Miss Cafferata, Miss Enriquez. Mr. Edward Lloyd, and Mr. Maybrick, Mr. M. Sainton, violin, and Mr. Lindsay Sloper presided at the pianoforte. The following which was the programme will best show the class of concert which was given PART 1. Trio, "Excelsior," Berger. Miss Cafferata, Miss Enriquez, and Mr. Maybrick. Song, " Good night, beloved! 'Balfe. Mr. Edward Lloyd. Song, ' Why do I love thee yet ?" Lindley. Miss Enriquez. Recitative and Air, "Thou, whose sweet seductive grace" (Zampa), Herold. Mr. Santley, Aria, " Qui Ia voce" (I Puritani), Bellini. Madams Florence Lancia. Andante and Rondo, from Concerto in E minor, for Violin, with Pianoforte accompaniment, arranged by Mendelssohn, M. Sainton, and Mr. Lindsay Sloper. Song, " A warrior bold," S. Adams. Mr. Maybrick. Song, "I love my love,"Pinsuti. Miss Cafferata. Duet, Pronta io son" (Don Pasquale), Donizetti. Madame Florence Lancia and Mr. Santley. Quartet, "Over the dark blue waters," Weber. Miss Cafferata, Miss Enriquez, Mr. Edward Lloyd, and Mr. Maybrick. PART 2. Duet, "Da quel di" (Linda di Chamounix), Donizetti. Madame Florence Lancia and Mr. E. Lloyd, Songs, ' Voice of the western wind" and "To Anthea," Hatton. Mr. Santley. Song, "When we are old and grey,' Madame S. Dolby. Miss Enriquez. Song, "The angel at the window," B. Tours. Mr. E. Lloyd. Ballad," Good night, sweet mother," Diodonate. Madame Florence Lancia. Fantasia, Violin (Rigoletto), Sainton, M. Sainton. Song, " The yeoman's wedding song," Poniatowski. Mr. Santley. Song, "I've been roaming," C. E. Horn. Miss Cafferata. Sestet, "Sola, sola" (Don Giovanni), Mozart. Madame Florence Lancia, Miss Cafferata, Miss Enriquez, Mr. Edward Lloyd, Mr. Maybrick, and Mr. Santley. In consequence of Miss Cafferata being unable to be present, some slight alteration was made, in the above programme, which was otherwise well carried out. Mr. E. Lloyd received the first encore in the song "Once again," and Mr. Santley once yielded after being vociferously redemanded, giving as his encore "The Hearts of Oak." (Huddersfield Chronicle, Saturday, 26 October 1872)

HUDDERSFIELD…The Assembly-room was crowded on Monday night to hear a concert given by Madame Florence Lancia, Miss Enriquez, Mr Santley, Mr. E. Lloyd, Mr. Maybrick, M. Sainton (violin), and Mr. Lindsay Sloper (piano). With the exception of the latter not performing quite so well as usual, the concert was, in every respect, a success. (Leed's Times, Saturday, 26 October 1872)

Saturday, 26 October 1872 : Morning Concert at Athenaeum Hall, Bury St. Edmunds.

BURY ST. EDMUNDS. ATHENAEUM HALL. - Mr Santley, Madame Florence Lancia, Miss Cafferata, Miss Enriquez, Mr E. Lloyd, Mr Maybrick, M. Sainton, and Mr Lindsay Sloper, on Saturday last, gave a morning concert to a crowded and fashionable audience. (The Era, Sunday, 3 November 1872) (Also: The Era, Sunday, 3 November 1872.)

Monday, 28 October 1872 : Messrs. W. & J. Ling's Grand Evening Concert at Guildhall, Cambridge.

By Permission of the Right Worshipful the Vice-Chancellor and the Worshipful the Mayor. GUILDHALL, CAMBRIDGE. Messrs. W. & J. LING BEG TO ANNOUNCE THAT THEY HAVE MADE ARRANGEMENTS FOR A GRAND EVENING CONCERT, TO TAKE PLACE AS ABOVE, ON FRIDAY, OCTOBER 28, 1872, WHEN MADAME FLORENCE LANCIA, MISS CAFFERATA, MISS ENRIQUEZ, MR. EDWARD LLOYD, MR. MAYBRICK, M. SAINTON, Violin, MR. LINDSAY SLOPER, Pianoforte. WILL HAVE THE HONOR OF APPEARING. Numbered Reserved Seats, 5s. Unreserved Seats, 2s. 6d. Tickets may be obtained of Messrs. Ling and Sons, where the Plan of the Room may be seen and Places secured. Unreserved Seats to be obtained at the various Music Warehouses. Doors open at Half-past Seven. Concert to commence at Eight o'clock. (Cambridge Independent Press, Saturday, 12 October 1872) (Also: Cambridge Independent Press, Saturday, 19 October 1872.)

Monday, 28 October 1872 : Mr. Charles Santley's Grand Concert (Evening) at Public Hall, Ipswich.

PUBLIC HALL, IPSWICH. MR. SANTLEY'S GRAND CONCERT On MONDAY, 28th of OCTOBER, 1872. ARTISTES. MR, SANTLEY, MADAME FLORENCE LANCIA, Miss CAFFERATA, Madlle. ENRIQUEZ, Mr. EDWARD LLOYD, Mr. MAYBRICK. VIOLIN, M. SAINTON. PIANOFORTE, Mr. LINDSAY SLOPER. Velvet Stalls, 7s. 6d., Reserved Stalls and Balcony Stalls, 5s.; Family Tickets admitting Five, 21s.; Second Seats, 3s., if taken before the day, 2s. 6d.; Third Seats and Gallery, 2s., if taken before the day, 1s. 6d. Admission 1s, Doors open at a Quarter-past Seven, commencing at Eight. Plan of the Hall at HADDOCK'S Library, Ancient House, where Tickets and Places may be secured. (The Ipswich Journal, Saturday, 19 October 1872) (Also: The Ipswich Journal, Tuesday, 22 October 1872; The Ipswich Journal, Saturday, 26 October 1872.)

Mr. SANTLEY'S CONCERT.-Our space is valuable this week, but we cannot forbear reminding our readers that Mr. Santley, and the gifted troupe of artistes now associated with him, will be at the Public Hall, on Monday week. The names of the party will suffice to attract all lovers of art; they are, Madame Florence Lancia, Miss Cafferata, Miss Enriquez, Mr. Edward Lloyd, Mr. Maybrick, M. Sainton (violin), and Mr. Lindsay Sloper (pianoforte). (The Ipswich Journal, Saturday, 19 October 1872)

Mr. SANTLEY'S CONCERT.-We again remind our readers that Mr. Santley, and the gifted troupe of artistes now associated with him, will be at the Public Hall, on Monday next. The names of the party will suffice to attract all lovers of art; they are, Madame Florence Lancia, Miss Cafferata, Miss Enriquez, Mr. Edward Lloyd, Mr. Maybrick, M. Sainton (violin), and Mr, Lindsay Sloper (pianoforte). (The Ipswich Journal, Tuesday, 22 October 1872)

IPSWICH. NEW PUBLIC HALL.-On Monday Mr Santley, assisted by Madame Florence Lancia, Miss Cafferata, Miss Enriquez, Mr Edward Lloyd, Mr Maybrick, Mr Sainton, and Mr Lindsay Sloper as conductor, gave a concert at this fine Hall, which was filled by a distinguished and enthusiastic audience. (The Era, Sunday, 3 November 1872) (Also: The Era, Sunday, 3 November 1872.)

Tuesday, 29 October 1872 : Concert at Drill Hall, Peterborough.

PETERBOROUGH.- An excellent concert was given in the Drill Hall on the 29th, the artistes being Madame Florence Lancia, Miss Cafferata, Miss Henriquez, Mr. E. Lloyd, Mr. Maybrick, Mr. Santley, M. Sainton, and Mr. Lindsay Sloper. There was a large and aristocratic audience highly appreciative. Madame Lancia sang "Lui la voce" Pronta io son (Don Pasquale) with Mr. Santley, and "Mira la bianca luna" with Mr. Lloyd, all exquisitely. Miss Cafferata sang Pinsuti's "I love my love," and in the concerted music she was nervous, so that we can hardly judge of her powers, but she evidently wants experience. Miss Enriquez was very successful, and sang with much taste and refinement. Mr. E. Lloyd made a favourable impression; he possesses a pure voice, which he knows how to use, and gained great applause in "Once again" the duet with Madame Lancia, and "Come into the garden, Maud." Mr. Maybrick sang "A warrior bold," and did good service in the concerted pieces. Mr. Santley delighted the audience with the great song from Zampa, "None can fly my law supreme," "To Anthea," and the "Yeoman's Wedding." Mr. Sainton played the fine Andante and Rondo from Mendelssohn's Concerto E minor, and a romance of his own, as well as a chaste piece by Lasserre, "The spinning wheel," being beautifully accompanied by Mr. Lindsay Sloper. Altogether the concert was a great success, artistically and financially. Encores are not out of fashion at Peterborough; more than half the programme was redemanded, and the artistes must have been thoroughly tired, and glad when it was over. (Musical standard, Saturday, 9 November 1872)

PETERBOROUGH. DRILL HALL - Mr. Norcott's concert of the season took place on the 20th ult., when the room was crowded. The artistes engaged were Mr Santley, Madame Florence Lancia, Mdlle. Cafferata, Mdlle Enriquez, Mr Edward Lloyd, Mr Maybrick, M. Sainton, and Mr Lindsay Sloper. The concert was a great success. (The Era, Sunday, 10 November 1872) (Also: The Era, Sunday, 10 November 1872.)

Wednesday, 30 October 1872 : Mr. Charles Santley's Concert at Central Hall, Darlington.

DARLINGTON…CENTRAL HALL.-Mr Santley and party appeared here on Wednesday, October 30th, and met with a most enthusiastic reception from a very large and brilliant gathering. The artists comprised Madme Lancia, Miss Cafferata, Miss Enriquez, Mr Maybrick, Mr E. Lloyd, Mr Vernon Rigby, M. Sainton, and Mr Santley, with Mr L. Sloper as accompanist. (The Era, Sunday, 10 November 1872) (Also: The Era, Sunday, 10 November 1872.)

Thursday, 31 October 1872 : Mr C. J. Vincent's Grand Concert at Victoria Hall, Sunderland.

SUNDERLAND. VICTORIA HALL.-Our enterprising townsman, Mr C. J. Vincent, gave his second grand concert of the season in this buildIng on the 31st ult. The party engaged included Mr Santley, Madame Florence Lancia Miss Cafferata, Miss Enriquez, Mr Ed. Lloyd, Mr Maybrick, M. Sainton, and Mr Lindsay Sloper. (The Era, Sunday, 10 November 1872) (Also: The Era, Sunday, 10 November 1872.)

Saturday, 2 November 1872 : Mr E. Wrigley's Concert at Town Hall, Rochedale.

ROCHDALE. Town Hall.- The first concert of the season took place on Saturday. under the Management of Mr E. Wrigley. There was a large and fashionable audience. The principal artistes were Mr Santley, Madame Florence Lancia, Miss Cafferata, Miss Enriquez, Miss E. Hall, Mr Maybrick, M. Sainton, and Mr Lindsay Sloper. In every respect the concert was a great (The Era, Sunday, 10 November 1872) (Also: The Era, Sunday, 10 November 1872.)

Tuesday, 5 November 1872 : Mr. Nicholson's First Grand Concert at Temperance Hall, Leicester.

NICHOLSON'S SERIES OF GRAND CONCERTS, 1872-73 TEMPERANCE HALL, LEICESTER, THE First CONCERT of the Season will be given on TUESDAY EVENING, November 5th, 1872, on which occasion Mr. SANTLEY will make his first appearance in Leicester, since his return from America. Artistes :- Vocalists: Madame FLORENCE LANCIA, Miss ENRIQUES. Miss CAFFERATA. Mr. EDWARD LLOYD. Mr. MAYBRICK, and Mr. SANTLEY. Instrumentalists: M. SAINTON (Solo Violin). Mr. LINDSAY SLOPER (Pianoforte). Admission:-Reserved Stalls, 5s.; Family Ticket to admit Four, 18s,; Unreserved Seats (Body of Hall), 3s. 6d.; End Gallery. 2s.; Promenade, 1s. Tickets may be had of Mr. T. C. Browne, Market-place (where places may also be secured); and at Deacon's (Hotel-street); J. A. Smith (King-street); and at Burden's (Granby-street) Music Warehouses. (Leicester Journal, Friday, 18 October 1872) (Also: Leicester Journal, Friday, 25 October 1872; Leicester Chronicle, Saturday, 26 October 1872; Leicester Journal, Friday, 1 November 1872; Leicester Chronicle, Saturday, 2 November 1872.)

Grand Concert.- The first of Mr. Nicholson's concerts for the season, took place in the Temperance Hall, on Tuesday evening, on which occasion Mr. Santley, supported by an excellent array of other vocal and instrumental artistes, made his first appearance since his return from America. The Hall was crowded with a most fashionable audience, and the concert pronounced one of the best ever given in Leicester. Our great baritone was in excellent voice, and acceded to numerous encores. Madame Lancia, Miss Enriques, Messrs. Lloyd and Maybrick, M. Sainton (solo violin), and Mr. Lindsay Sloper (pianoforte), were also successful in obtaining a large snare of approval. (Leicester Journal, Friday, 8 November 1872)

LEICESTER. THEATRE ROYAL…Mr H. NICHOLSON's first concert of the season was given on Tuesday to a large audience. The principals were Madame Florence Lancia, Miss Enriquez, Mr Santley, Miss Cafferata, Mr Edward Lloyd, Mr Maybrick, M. Sainton, and Mr Lindsay Sloper. (The Era, Sunday, 10 November 1872) (Also: The Era, Sunday, 10 November 1872.)

Wednesday, 6 November 1872 : Mr. Dingwall's Grand Evening Concert at Corn Exchange, Boston.

MR. DINGWALL has arranged that the following most distinguished Artistes will give a Grand CONCERT In the Corn exchange, Boston, on Wednesday, November 6th, Commence at 8, conclude at 10 -Mr. Santley, Madame Florence Lancia. Miss Cafferata, Miss Enriquez, Mr. Edward Lloyd, Mr. Maybrick, M. Sainton (Violin), Mr. Lindsay Sloper (Pianoforte).--Reserved Seats, 5s.; Second Seats, 2s. 6d.; Admission, 1s. Tickets to be had at Mr. Dingwall, bookseller. (Stamford Mercury, Friday, 25 October 1872) (Also: Stamford Mercury, Friday, 1 November 1872.)

Thursday, 7 November 1872 : Mr J. W. Etherington's Concert at Castle Hotel, Richmond.

Mr ETHERINGTON Begs to announce that he Intends giving GRAND CONCERT, On Thursday, Nov. 7th, 8 o'clock. Vocalists MADAME FLORENCE LANCIA. MISS CAFFERATA MISS ENRIQUEZ. MR. E. LLOYD. MR. MAYBRICK, AND MR. BARTLET. Violin M. SAINTON. Pianoforte LINDSAY SLOPER. Stalls, 7s. and 5s.; Reserved Seats (numbered), 6s.; Admission Tickets, 1s., if purchased before Nov. 7th. To be had of Mr. J. W. Etherington will give a grand evening concert next Thursday evening, when Mr. Santley, Madame Florence Lancia, and other celebrated vocalists will appear. M. Sainton (violin) and Mr. Lindsay Sloper (pianoforte) will also take part (Surrey Comet, Saturday, 2 November 1872)

Mr. J. W. Etherington will give a grand evening concert next Thursday evening, when Mr. Santley, Madame Florence Lancia, and other celebrated vocalists will appear. M. Sainton (violin) and Mr. Lindsay Sloper (pianoforte) will also take part in the performances. We hope that Mr. Etherington's efforts to provide first-class entertainments will be rewarded by the inhabitants. (Surrey Comet, Saturday, 2 November 1872)

MR J. W. ETHERINGTON'S CONCERT. A very brilliant and successful concert given at the Castle Hotel on Thursday evening under the management of Mr. J. W. Etherington, the performers being Mr. Santley, and the members of his touring party. Amongst those who patronised the concert were : The Countess Russell, Lady Agatha Russell, the Earl and Countess of Kilmorey, the Hon. Mrs. Greaves, Lady Lady Denison, Mrs. Arthur Anderson, Mrs. Oliver Green, Madame Piget and party. Mrs. Duncan and party, T. W. Eady, Esq., and party, Mrs. Ashford and party, Mr. and Miss Walker, Admiral Slopford and family, H. G. Ashhurst, Esq., and family, W. A. Bateman, Esq., Mrs. Metchim and family, Mrs. Charles Harrison and family, Mrs. Unwin and family, Wood, Esq., N. H. Virtue, Esq., and party, W. Budd. Esq., Mrs. J. A. Brown, Dr. Withecombe, Taylor, Esq., W. Elmslie, Esq., Dr. Godby and party, Mrs. Francis Forbes, Mrs. Attwood, W. Foster, Esq.. Rev. Watson, Mrs. and Miss Lowcock, W. Scotland, Esq., W. Robinson. Esq.. Mrs. and the Misses Nesbitt, Mrs. Mills, W. Blyth, Esq., Rev. Blyth, Watton, Esq., Mrs. G. A. Young, J. Browning, Esq., and party, J. Alabaster, Esq., and family, A. Nossey, Esq., C. M. Cresswell, Esq., Mrs. Podger, and family, Beston, Esq., Mrs. L. Forbes, Rev. G. G. Glossop, Mrs. Franklyn and the Misses Crohan. F. G. Trevor, Esq., Mrs. Havant, W. D, Harvey, Esq., and party, Col. Pitcairn and family, Miss Rose and party, &c., &c. The The programme consisted chiefly of songs (mostly modern) with some operatic morceaux and a couple of instrumental pieces. The illustrious baritone, now admitted to be the first of English singers, was in splendid voice and sang six times during the evening : it is unnecessary to say how well he sang or with what pleasure his performances were listened to. Among his selections we may particularize the finely dramatic rendering of the grand scena of the piratical Don Juan, from (better still perhaps) his magnificent singing of the passionate setting by Mr. Hatton of old Herrick's quaint logic "to Anthea," which elicited such prolonged and tumultuous applause that Mr. Santley obligingly submitted to an encore. We fancy the great singer is trying to cultivate his low notes, which in one so richly endowed with high notes seems almost unfair to his bass rivals. In the humorous duet with Madame Lancia from "Don Pasquale," and the sestett from "Don Giovanni," Mr [?] gave the audience a taste of his quality in Italian opera. But there were other artists who deserve to be mentioned for capital work done. Mr. E. Lloyd, a rapidly rising young singer with a very agreeable tenor voice sang remarkably well, and gained encore for the rather hackneyed "Come into the garden, Maud," for which he substituted "Who shall fairest." Mr. Maybrick, who suffers somewhat from the "trop de zoic" deprecated by Talleyrand, won encore for a commonplace song about "A warrior bold " and replaced it Sullivan's "A weary lot is thine fair maid." The instrumental portion of the concert was very small (too small) but very good. M. Sainton, besides playing an elegant romance of his own composition and a lively piece "Fileuse " by Lasserre (encored) joined Mr. Lindsay Sloper in the two last movements of Mendelssohn's violin concerto, which he rendered (particularly the finale) as perhaps other violinist but Joachim could play them. We have deferred speaking of the ladies, because, to say the truth, notwithstanding the fluency of Madame Lancia and the the low notes of Miss Enriquez, they were overweighted by their more robust companions. The former lady however (in conjunction with Mr. Lloyd) sang beautifully in Rossini's duet "Mira bianca luna," and the latter was encored in song of Madame Sainton Dolby's. Mr. Lindsay Sloper discharged the arduous and ungrateful duties of accompanyist in a manner which, if it could not win him much applause, gained for him the highest esteem. The room was crowded with a brilliant and apparently delighted audience, and we hope the enterprising concert-giver was as well rewarded for his endeavours to please his audience as his enterprise deserved. (Surrey Comet, Saturday, 9 November 1872)

RICHMOND (SURREY). CASTLE HOTEL ASSEMBLY ROOMS - On the 7th inst. a concert took place here under the management of Mr J. W. Etherington, when the following well-known artists appeared:- Madame Florence Lancia, Miss Cafferata. Miss Enriquez, Mr Santley, Mr Edward Lloyd, Mr Maybrick, Mr Sainton, and Mr Lindsey Sloper. A well selected programme gave great satisfactions. The large Room was filled in every part by a highly fashionable audience, and many were refused admission for want of room. (The Era, Sunday, 17 November 1872) (Also: The Era, Sunday, 17 November 1872.)

Saturday, 9 November 1872 : Mr. Charles Santley's Ballad Concert (Morning) at St. James's Hall, Piccadilly.

MR. SANTLEY will give a BALLAD CONCERT in. ST. JAMES'S HALL on SATURDAY MORNING, November 9; to commence at Three o'clock. Vocalists, Madame Florence Lancia, Miss Cafferata, Miss Enriquez, Mr. Edward Lloyd, Mr, Maybrick, and Mr. Santley. Violin, M. Sainton; Pianoforte, Mr. Lindsay Sloper. sofa stall, 6s.; family tickets. to admit four to sofa stalls, one guinea; balcony, 3s.; area. 2s.; Admission, 1s. Tickets may be obtained of Messrs. Chappell and Co., 50, New Bond-street; at the usual Libraries. and Music Warehouses; of Mr. George Dolby, 12, New Bond-street; and at Austin's Ticket Office, St. James's Hall, Piccadilly. (Daily News, Friday, 1 November 1872) (Also: The orchestra, Oct. 1863-Mar. 1881, Friday, 1 November 1872.)

MR. SANTLEY will give a BALLAD CONCERT in. ST. JAMES'S.HALL on SATURDAY MORNING, November 9; to commence at Three o'clock. Vocalists, Madame Florence Lancia, Miss Cafferata, Miss Enriquez, Mr. Edward Lloyd, Mr, Maybrick, and Mr. Santley. Violin, M. Sainton; Pianoforte, Mr. Lindsay Sloper. sofa stall, 6s.; family tickets. to admit four to sofa stalls, one guinea; balcony, 3s.; area. 2s.; Admission, 1s. Tickets may be obtained of Messrs. Chappell and Co., 50, New Bond-street; at the usual Libraries. and Music Warehouses; of Mr. George Dolby, 12, New Bond-street; and at Austin's Ticket Office, St. James's Hall, Piccadilly. (Daily News, Friday, 1 November 1872) (Also: Daily News, Monday, 4 November 1872; Daily News, Wednesday, 6 November 1872; Daily News, Thursday, 7 November 1872.)

MR. SANTLEY'S BALLAD CONCERT.- MR. SANTLEY will give a BALLAD CONCERT in. ST. JAMES'S.HALL on SATURDAY MORNING, November 9; to commence at Three o'clock. Vocalists, Madame Florence Lancia, Madlle. Nita Gaetano, Miss Cafferata, Miss Enriquez, Mr. Edward Lloyd, Mr, Maybrick, and Mr. Santley. Violin, M. Sainton; Pianoforte, Mr. Lindsay Sloper. sofa stall, 6s.; family tickets. to admit four to sofa stalls, one guinea; balcony, 3s.; area. 2s.; Admission, 1s. Tickets may be obtained of Messrs. Chappell and Co., 50, New Bond-street; at the usual Libraries. and Music Warehouses; of Mr. George Dolby, 12, New Bond-street; and at Austin's Ticket Office, St. James's Hall, Piccadilly. (The Athenaeum, Saturday, 2 November 1872)

MR. SANTLEY'S BALLAD CONCERT.- Mr. Santley will give a BALLAD CONCERT in St. James's Hall, on Saturday Morning, November 9, to commence at Three o'clock. Vocalists-Madame Florence Lancia, Mdlle. Nita Gaetano, Miss Cafferata, Miss Enriquez, Mr. Edward Lloyd, Mr. Maybrick, and Mr. Santley. Violin, M, Sainton ; Pianoforte, Mr. Lindsay Sloper. Sofa Stalls, 6s.; Family Tickets, to admit four to Sofa Stalls, One Guinea; Balcony, 3s.; Area, 2s. Admission 1s. Tickets may be obtained of Messrs. Chappell and Co., 50, New Bond Street; at the usual Libraries and Music Warehouses; of Mr. George Dolby, 52, New Bond Street ; and at Austin's Ticket Office, St. James's Hall, Piccadilly. (The Musical world, Saturday, 2 November 1872)

MR. SANTLEY'S BALLAD CONCERT.- Mr. Santley will give a BALLAD CONCERT in St. James's Hall, on Saturday Morning, November 9, to commence at Three o'clock. Vocalists-Madame Florence Lancia, Mdlle. Nita Gaetano, Miss Caffereta, Miss Enriquez, Mr. Edward Lloyd, Mr. Maybrick, and Mr. Santley. Violin, M, Sainton ; Pianoforte, Mr. Lindsay Sloper. Sofa Stalls, 6s.; Family Tickets, to admit four to Sofa Stalls, One Guinea; Balcony, 3s.; Area, 2s. Admission 1s. Tickets may be obtained of Messrs. Chappell and Co., 50, New Bond Street; at the usual Libraries and Music Warehouses; of Mr. George Dolby, 52, New Bond Street ; and at Austin's Ticket Office, St. James's Hall, Piccadilly. (The Musical World, Saturday, 2 November 1872)

MR. SANTLEY will give a BALLAD CONCERT in. ST. JAMES'S.HALL on SATURDAY MORNING, November 9; to commence at Three o'clock. Vocalists, Madame Florence Lancia, Madlle. Nita Gaetano, Miss Cafferata, Miss Enriquez, Mr. Edward Lloyd, Mr, Maybrick, and Mr. Santley. Violin, M. Sainton; Pianoforte, Mr. Lindsay Sloper. sofa stall, 6s.; family tickets. to admit four to sofa stalls, one guinea; balcony, 3s.; area. 2s.; Admission, 1s. Tickets may be obtained of Messrs. Chappell and Co., 50, New Bond-street; at the usual Libraries. and Music Warehouses; of Mr. George Dolby, 12, New Bond-street; and at Austin's Ticket Office, St. James's Hall, Piccadilly. (Morning Post, Thursday, 7 November 1872)

MR. SANTLEY will give a BALLAD CONCERT in. ST. JAMES'S.HALL To-morrow (SATURDAY) MORNING, November 9; to commence at Three o'clock. Vocalists, Madame Florence Lancia, Madlle. Nita Gaetano, Miss Cafferata, Miss Enriquez, Mr. Edward Lloyd, Mr, Maybrick, and Mr. Santley. Violin, M. Sainton; Pianoforte, Mr. Lindsay Sloper. sofa stall, 6s.; family tickets. to admit four to sofa stalls, one guinea; balcony, 3s.; area. 2s.; Admission, 1s. Tickets may be obtained of Messrs. Chappell and Co., 50, New Bond-street; at the usual Libraries. and Music Warehouses; of Mr. George Dolby, 12, New Bond-street; and at Austin's Ticket Office, St. James's Hall, Piccadilly. (Pall Mall Gazette, Friday, 8 November 1872) (Also: Morning Post, Friday, 8 November 1872.)

MR. SANTLEY will give a BALLAD CONCERT in. ST. JAMES'S.HALL THIS DAY at Three o'clock. Vocalists, Madame Florence Lancia, Madlle. Nita Gaetano, Miss Cafferata, Miss Enriquez, Mr. Edward Lloyd, Mr, Maybrick, and Mr. Santley. Violin, M. Sainton; Pianoforte, Mr. Lindsay Sloper. sofa stall, 6s.; family tickets. to admit four to sofa stalls, one guinea; balcony, 3s.; area. 2s.; Admission, 1s. Tickets may be obtained of Messrs. Chappell and Co., 50, New Bond-street; at the usual Libraries. and Music Warehouses; of Mr. George Dolby, 12, New Bond-street; and at Austin's Ticket Office, St. James's Hall, Piccadilly. (Morning Post, Saturday, 9 November 1872)

Mr. SANTLEY announces a Ballad Concert in St. James's Hall this evening (the 9th), with Madame Florence Lancia, Miss Cafferata, Mdlle. Nita Gaetano, Miss Enriquez, Messrs. E. Lloyd and Maybrick, as vocalists; and M. Sainton and Mr. Lindsay Sloper, instrumentalists. (The Athenaeum, Saturday, 9 November 1872)

MR. SANTLEY'S CONCERT. St. James's Hall was filled yesterday afternoon by a crowded audience, attracted by the name of Santley, and the programme of a " Ballad Concert," given under his direction, with the assistance of several popular artists. As usual on such occasions the programme was made up of old materials, and presented no feature of musical interest in the shape of novelty. But the public seemed to have lost none of their relish for the " old songs," and showed a disposition to encore more than half the selection. An enthusiastic reception was given to Mr. Santley; and each of his four songs was applauded to the echo, and encored with such heartiness and persistency that it was impossible for him to refuse compliance. Warmly as his first song ("The Bell Ringer") was encored; his " Stirrup Cup, " the last solo in the programme, was encored with equal enthusiasm, and even then the audience (like Oliver Twist) " asked for more ! " Madame Florence Lancia sang Mr. Sullivan's " Lullaby " excellently, and was recalled after her performance of E. J. Loder's " Path by the River." Miss Enriquez, a very promising contralto, was encored in Sir Julius Benedict's favourite song " By the sad sea waves," and also in Madame Sainton-Dolby's simple but effective " When we are old and grey." Miss Nita Gaetano sang Mr. F. Clay's " She wandered down the mountain's side " and Mr. F. H. Cowen's "Marguerite " very creditably ; and Miss Cafferata essayed " The Minstrel Boy." Mr. Lloyd was encored in both his songs, and Mr. Maybrick made a great success in the old volkslied "In sheltered vale." Mr. Maybrick bids fair to become one of our most popular bassi. M. Sainton played two violin solos in his usual artistic manner, and joined Mr. Lindsay Sloper in the "Huguenots " duet, originally composed by and for Thalberg and Vieuxtemps. Concerted pieces were performed by the vocal artistes. Mr. Lindsay Sloper was, of course, perfect as accompanist, and the concert was in all respects successful. (London Observer, Sunday, 10 November 1872)

Mr. Santley's ballad concert which took place at St. James's Hall on Saturday afternoon, was well attended, and this popular baritone sang some of his best known songs with the success which invariably attends his performances. Mr. Santley first gave "The Bell-ringer," repeating the last verse; after which came "O ruddier than the cherry," Hatton's "Voice of the Western Wind and "To Anthea," and Arditi's "Stirrup Cup." The encores called forth Poniatowski's "Yeoman's Wedding," and Boyce's "Hearts of Oak." Other successful vocal performances were those of Mdme. Florence Lancia, Misses Enriquez, Cafferata, and Gaetano, Mr. E. Lloyd, and Mr. Maybrick. Mr. Sainton played his brilliant Fantasia for the violin on Scotch airs, and, with Mr. Lindsay Sloper (who accompanied the vocal music), Thalberg and Vieuxtemps' Duo, for that instrument and the pianoforte, on themes from "Les Huguenots." The reception accorded to Mr. Santley was very hearty, and the concert altogether a success. (The orchestra, Oct. 1863-Mar. 1881, Friday, 15 November 1872)

Mr. Santley gave a ballad concert St. James's Hall on Saturday afternoon, when the programme comprised several features of interest in addition to his own fine singing of several of his most popular pieces. These latter consisted of Wallace's Bellringer," Mr. Hatton's Voice of the Western Wind" and -'To Anthea," Handel's "0 ruddier than the cherry," and Signor Arditi's Stirrup Cup." In reply to two of the four encores, the singer gave Hearts of Oak" and The Yeoman's Wedding. Other vocal performances were contributed by Madame Florence Lancia, Misses Enriquez, Cafferata, and Gaetano, Mr, E. Lloyd, and Mr. Maybrick. Mr. Sainton contributed a brilliant violin solo, and was associated with Mr. Lindsay Sloper (who acted as accompanist at the pianoforte) in Thalberg and Vieuxtemps's duo on subjects from ''Les Huguenots." (Illustrated London News, Saturday, 16 November 1872)

MR. SANTLEY'S CONCERT. Turning aside from the course of a successful provincial tour, Mr. Santley, and the artists who form his ballad troupe, looked in upon London last Saturday afternoon, and gave a concert in St. James's Hall. London was very glad to see them for various reasons. Out of respect for an unwritten law, which would be "more honoured in the breach than in the observance," if anybody could be found to break it, the metropolis has existed without music all the autumn, and is eager for change. Any concert, in point of fact, would be welcome just now; but how much more welcome when given in the name of a famous and favourite English artist, whose voice has scarcely been heard by Londoners for a twelvemonth past. No wonder, then, that St, James's Hall was crowded, or that the crowd showed enthusiastic admiration. Mr. Santley was, of course, the hero of the day, and his songs were encored with a merciless resolve to get out of him all the pleasure possible. True, the audience had some excuse for this; the songs being good and the singing magnificent. Mr. Santley first gave "The Bellringer," repeating the last verse; after which came "O ruddier than the cherry," Hatton's "Voice of the Western Wind " and "To Anthea," and Arditi's "Stirrup Cup." The selections added in response to encores were Poniatowski's "Yeoman's Wedding," and Boyce's "Hearts of Oak." It is superfluous to be minutely descriptive of these familiar things, or of their equally familiar rendering. We must, however, direct special attention to Mr. Santley's choice of Hatton's "To Anthea," a song of rare merit; such a song, indeed, as might rank with the best of German Lieder, and suffer nothing by comparison. The concert-giver was very ably supported, Mdme. Florence Lancia, whose Norwich laurels are still fresh, Miss Enriquez, Miss Nita Gaetano, Miss Cafferata, Mr. Lloyd, and Mr. Maybrick being the vocalists; while the instrumental selections were of more than average value, owing to the co-operation of M. Sainton and Mr. Lindsay Sloper. Not to specify all the items in a long programme, we. may say that Mr. Lloyd was encored in both his songs; and that the other vocalists were liberally applauded. M. Sainton played his own interesting Fantasia on Scotch Airs (at the close of which he was encored unanimously), and gave also a masterly romance from his own pen, as well at Lassere's very pretty "Spinning Wheel." The great French violinist is perfectly at home with all sorts of music, from the "Posthumous" Quartets of Beethoven to the veriest bagatelle; and it will readily be believed that his performance of the works above named left nothing whatever to desire. Mr. Lindsay Sloper also did "yeoman's service," in his own excellent and finished style, accompanying all the songs with the taste of an artist and the skill of a master, besides joining M. Sainton in a fantasia by Thalberg and Vieuxtemps, on airs from Lea Huguenots. This work gave Mr. Sloper an opportunity which he turned to the best possible account; and all who appreciated at their worth the admirable features of his performance must have regretted that the programme did not contain a solo adapted to display them even more effectively. This deficiency, however, may be made good when, as seems probable, Mr. Santley gives a second concert of the same kind. (The Musical world, Saturday, 16 November 1872)

Mr. SANTLEY'S BALLAD CONCERT. - This entertainment took place at St. James's Hall last Saturday afternoon, when our eminent baritone sang some of his most popular pieces with that success which invariably attends his performances. Repetition seems rather to enhance than diminish the attraction possessed by ballad music for the larger portion of the general public. Thus, often as Mr. Santley has sung Wallace's "Bellringer," Hatton's "Voice of the Western Wind," and "To Anthea," and Signor Arditi's "The Stirrup Cap," they were received on Saturday with fully as great interest as when formerly heard in their novelty; and a portion of the first and the whole of the third of the pieces named had to be repeated, the encore of "The Stirrup Cup" having been replaced by "Hearts of Oak." An encore also (as usual) followed Mr. Santley's singing of Handel's "O ruddier than the cherry," and this was replied to by his singing "The Yeoman's Wedding." Other successful vocal performances were those of Madame Florence Lancia, Misses Enriquez, Cafferata, and Gaetano, Mr. E. Lloyd, and Mr. Maybrick. Mr. Sainton played his brilliant fantasia for the violin on Scotch airs, and with Mr. Lindsay Sloper (who accompanied the vocal music), Thalberg and Vieuxtemps' Duo, for that instrument and the pianoforte, on themes from "Les Huguenots." The hall was filled in every part. (Public Opinion, Saturday, 16 November 1872)

M. Santley a donné samedi dernier, un concert â St James's-Hall, avec les artistes qui l'ont accompagné en province; Mmes. Florence Lancia, Enriques, Nila Gaetano, Miss Cafferata; MM. Lloyd et Maybrick, chanteurs; MM. Sainton et Lindsay Sloper. (Le Guide musical; revue internationale de la musique et de theâtres lyriques, Thursday, 21 November 1872)

Monday, 11 November 1872 : Mr. James Russell's Grand Evening Concert at Corn Exchange, Oxford.

CORN EXCHANGE, OXFORD. MR. JAMES RUSSELL BEGS TO ANNOUNCE THAT HE HAS MADE ARRANGEMENTS FOR A GRAND CONCERT, TO TAKE PLACE AS ABOVE, ON MONDAY EVENING, Nov. 11TH, 1872, WHEN Mr. SANTLEY, Madame FLORENCE LANCIA, Miss CAFFERATA, Miss ENRIQUEZ, Mr. EDWARD LLOYD, Mr. MAYBRICK, M. SAINTON (Violin), AND Mr. LINDSAY SLOPER (Pianoforte), WILL HAVE THE HONOUR OF APPEARING. The Concert will commence at Eight o'clock precisely. Stalls, each Seat Numbered and Reserved, 7s. 6d. -Reserved Seats, also Numbered, 5s.; Back Seats, 2s. 6d. Tickets to be had only at Mr. Russell's Music Saloon, High-street, Oxford. (Jackson's Oxford Journal (1809), Saturday, 26 October 1872) (Also: Oxford Journal, Saturday, 2 November 1872; Jackson's Oxford Journal (1809), Saturday, 2 November 1872; Oxford Journal, Saturday, 26 October 1872; Oxford Journal, Saturday, 9 November 1872.)

CORN EXCHANGE, OXFORD. MR. JAMES RUSSELL BEGS TO ANNOUNCE THAT HE HAS MADE ARRANGEMENTS FOR A GRAND CONCERT, TO TAKE PLACE AS ABOVE, ON MONDAY EVENING Next, Nov. 11TH, 1872, WHEN Mr. SANTLEY, Madame FLORENCE LANCIA, Miss CAFFERATA, Miss ENRIQUEZ, Mr. EDWARD LLOYD, Mr. MAYBRICK, M. SAINTON (Violin), AND Mr. LINDSAY SLOPER (Pianoforte), WILL HAVE THE HONOUR OF APPEARING. The Concert will commence at Eight o'clock precisely. Stalls, each Seat Numbered and Reserved, 7s. 6d. -Reserved Seats, also Numbered, 5s.; Back Seats, 2s. 6d. Tickets to be had only at Mr. Russell's Music Saloon, High-street, Oxford. (Jackson's Oxford Journal (1809), Saturday, 9 November 1872)

MR. RUSSELL'S CONCERT. Mr. James Russell, of thee High-street, gave a grand concert in the Corn Exchange on Monday evening last, on which occasion the following distinguished performers took part in it : Mr. Santley, Madame Florence Lancia, Miss .Cafferata, Miss Enriquez, Mr. Edward Lloyd, Mr. Maybrick, M. Sainton, and Mr. Lindsay Sloper. The programme was as follows PROGRAMME. PART I: Trio, "Excelsior. F. P. Berger, Miss Cafferata, Miss Enriquez, and Mr. Maybrick. SONG, "Once again" Sullivan. Mr. Edward Lloyd. SONG, "Why do l love thee yet." G. Linley. Miss Enriquez. RESCIT. AND AIR, "Thou, whose sweet seductive grace" (Zampa.) Herold, Mr. Santley. ARIA, "Qui la voce" I Puritani, Bellini, Madame Florence Lancia. ANDANTE AND RONDO, from Concerto in E minor, for Violin, - with Pianoforte accompaniment. Arranged by Mendelssohn. M. Sainton and Mr. Lindsay Sloper. SONG, "A warrior-bold." S. Adams. Mr. Maybrick. Song "I love my-love" Pinsuti, Miss Cafferata. DUET, " Pronta io son." (Don Pasquale.) Donizetti, Madame Florence Lancia and Mr. Santley. QUARTETT "Over the dark blue waters ..(Oberon) Weber. Miss Cafferata, Miss Enriquez, Mr. Edward Lloyd, and Mr. Maybrick. PART II. DUET, "Di quel di" (Linda di Chamounix) Donizetti. Madame Florence Lancia and Mr. Edward Lloyd. Songs "Voice of the Western Wind" "To Anthea" Hatton, Mr. Santley. SONG, " When we-are old and grey." Madame Sainton Dolby, Miss Enriquez; SONG, "The angel at the window" B. Tours. Mr. Edward Lloyd. BALLAD "Good nights sweet mother" Diodonato. Madame Florence Lancia. FANTASIA. Violin (Rigoletto.) Sainton, M. Sainton. SONG " The Yeoman's Wedding Song " Prince Poniatowski, Mr. Santley. Song, "I've been-Roaming." C. E. Horn, Miss Cafferata. SESTET, "Sola, Sola" (Don Giovanni.) Mozart. Madame Florence Lancia, Miss Cafferata, Miss Enriquez, Mr. Edward Lloyd, Mr. Maybrick, and Mr. Santley. This programme was gone through to perfection, and each performer received a well-merited share of applause. The encores were numerous, and were gracefully responded to, but the concert went off most successfully, affording a great treat to a large and brilliant audience. (Jackson's Oxford Journal (1809), Saturday, 16 November 1872)

OXFORD… THEATRE ROYAL…On Monday a concert was given by Mr Santley, assisted by Madame, Florence Lancia, Miss Enriquez, Miss Cafferata, Mr. Lloyd, Mr Maybrick, Mr. Sainton (violin), and Mr Lindsay Sloper (pianoforte). (The Era, Sunday, 17 November 1872) (Also: The Era, Sunday, 17 November 1872.)

Tuesday, 12 November 1872 : Mr. Henry Simms's Grand Evening Concert at Assembly Rooms, Bath.

ASSEMBLY ROOMS, BATH. Mr. Henry Simms begs to announce a GRAND evening concert To take place on TUESDAY NEXT, NOVEMBER 12TH, 1872. VOCALISTS : MR. SANTLEY, MADAME FLORENCE LANCIA, MISS CAFFERATA, MISS ENRIQUEZ, MR. EDWARD LLOYD, MR. MAYBRICK, M. SAINTON (Violin), MR. LINDSAY SLOPER (Piano-Forte) Stalls, 5s.; Unreserved Seats, 2s. 6d.; Admission, 1s. Tickets may be obtained at Mr. H. Simms's Pianoforte Ware rooms, 31, Gay Street, where the Plan of the Room may be seen and Places secured. To Commence at Eight o'clock. (Bath Chronicle and Weekly Gazette, Thursday, 7 November 1872)

Evening Concert.-Mr. Simms's concert in the small saloon of the Assembly Rooms on Tuesday evening was well attended and, to judge from the number of encores asked and given, was eminently successful. The performers were Mr. Santley's travelling company, the most prominent figure in which is the accomplished baritone himself, though he is aided by that excellent violinist, M. Sainton, and that sound musician and pianist Mr. Lindsay Sloper, and by Mdme. Florence Lancia and others less known but well trained vocalists. The selection of prices was diversified and agreeable, and found so much favour with the audience, that, as we have hinted above, piece after piece was encored, its one fault, and the fault is a serious one, was a fault of misdescription. The copy of the programme supplied to ourselves on the morning of the concert, and obviously the facsimile of that which was in the hands of the great majority of the audience, was as unlike the programme which the performers were following as it could well be. The first, the second, and the last piece indeed were there in both lists, but the whole intermediate portions of our list was, as the late Denman said of trial by jury in Ireland, a mockery, a delusion, and a snare ; what was set down as a ballad of Linley's proved to be a song from Benedict's Crusades a quartett became a trio, a duett a solo, an air by Bellini a cavatina by somebody else. Our bewilderment was not lessened by observing that some of the pieces named in our programme were really being taken out of their turn, now and then, of course by the performers ; and it became a task more exciting than agreeable to search through the list on each occasion for the piece being performed, very much as one looks for the answer to a double acrostic. We have before now complained of this petty annoyance, and shall continue to do so until enterprising impresarios learn to reform altogether. We do not like to suppose it is intended to drive people to purchase a sixpenny "book of words," but such is unquestionably its actual operation, though whether the book was more correct than the programme on Tuesday evening we made no attempt to discover. With this exception we have nothing but praise to utter of the whole performance. Mr. Santley was in excellent voice, and responded with cheerful alacrity to the almost too exacting demands of the audience. A similar genial and complaisant spirit was evinced by every member of the company. Mr. Edward Lloyd, a tenor whose name is new to us, made a most favourable impression by the perfect style in which he sang Sullivan's "Once again," and Balfe's "Come into the garden, Maud." It is inevitable that his style should recall Mr. Sims Reeves's, and it is something to add that it was not unworthy of that fine but capricious singer. He is indeed a decided acquisition to the concert platform. Mr. Maybrick's fine voice and good style were heard to advantage in several favourite single and concerted pieces; while Miss Enriquez an accomplished contralto singer, delighted the audience with the tones of her rich and well-trained voice. Madame Lancia, who is well known here, displayed too her great vocal skill and ready goodwill, while the subordinate but important duties of "second lady'' were creditably fulfilled by Miss Cafferata. To say that Mr. Lindsay Sloper was the accompanist is to say that the work of his department could not have been better done. His fine touch, his expression, and his powers of execution had a good field for display in the instrument on which he performed, a pianoforte by Ernst Kap of Dresden, which, small as it may have been to the eye, had a volume and quality of tone, sufficient to please and fill the ear, certainly of everyone who was near it and probably of every one in the room. (Bath Chronicle and Weekly Gazette, Thursday, 14 November 1872)

BATH…Assembly Rooms.- (Lessee, Mr C. W. Oliver.) - A successful and highly enjoyable concert was given at these popular rooms on Tuesday evening by Mr Santley, Madame, Florence Lancia, Miss Enriquez, Miss Cafferata, Mr. Lloyd, Mr Maybrick, Mons. Sainton, and Mr Lindsay Sloper. (The Era, Sunday, 17 November 1872) (Also: The Era, Sunday, 17 November 1872.)

Friday, 15 November 1872 : Sacred Concert at Baptist Chapel, Newtown, Montgomeryshire.

NEWTOWN, MONTGOMERYSHIRE. - On the 15th ult. a sacred concert was given in the Baptist Chapel, upon the occasion of opening the new harmonium. The first part of the concert was miscellaneous, the second part consisting of selections from Samson. The principal singers were Miss Louisa Davies, Mr. Emlyn Evans, and Mr. F. Roberts. Miss Davies was enthusiastically encored in "Let the bright Seraphim," which she sang with much effect. The choir (numbering 70 voices) was under the direction of Mr. J. C. Gittins, to whom great credit is due for the precision with which the choruses were given. The harmonium (which is a fine instrument, by Alexandre, containing 22 stops and 2 manuals was presided over by Mr. J. T. Rawlings, of Shrewsbury, who displayed its various powers with great the 20th ult. a concert was given in the Music Hall, which attracted a full and fashionable audience. The vocalists were Mr. Santley, Madame Florence Lancia. Miss Cafferata, Miss Enriquez, Mr. Edward Lloyd, and Mr. Maybrick; M. Sainton (violin), and Mr. Lindsay Sloper (pianoforte). The performance was in every respect highly successful; and much credit is due to the Glee and Madrigal Union for having provided (Musical times and singing class circular, 1844-1903, Sunday, 1 December 1872)

Friday, 15 November 1872 : Concert at London Hotel Assembly-Rooms, Taunton.

TAUNTON. A Fashionable Concert was given at the London Hotel Assembly-rooms on Friday evening, by a number of first-class artists, including Mme. Florence Lancia, Mdlle. Cafferata, Mdlle. Enriquez, Mr. Santley, Mr. Edward Lloyd, Mr. Maybrick, Mr. Sainton, and Mr. Lindsay Sloper. There was a large and fashionable attendance, and the audience applauded most enthusiastically. (Western Gazette, Friday, 22 November 1872)

Monday, 18 November 1872 : Mr. Finlayson's Grand Evening Concert at Assembly Rooms, Cheltenham.

ASSEMBLY ROOMS, CHELTENHAM. Mr. Finlayson has the honour to announce A GRAND EVENING CONCERT To take place on MONDAY, NOVEMBER 18th, When the following distinguished Artistes will appear: MR. SANTLEY. Madame FLORENCE LANCIA. Miss CAFFERATA. Miss ENRIQUEZ. Mr. EDWARD LLOYD. Mr. MAYBRICK, M. SAINTON (Solo Violin). Mr. LINDSAY SLOPER (Solo Pianoforte). The Concert will commence at Eight o'clock precisely. Carriages may be ordered at Ten o'clock. Stalls numbered and reserved, 6s.; Family Ticket to admit Four to Stalls, 21s.; Unreserved Seats, 2s. 6d, Admission One Shilling. Tickets may be obtained at Finlayson's Music Warehouse, Promenade Villas, where the Plan of the Room may be seen and Places secured. (Cheltenham Looker-On, Saturday, 2 November 1872) (Also: Cheltenham Looker-On, Saturday, 9 November 1872; Cheltenham Looker-On, Saturday, 16 November 1872.)

An Evening Concert, for which the professional services of Mr. Santley, Madame F. Lancia, other vocalists of established celebrity, with Messrs. Sainton and Lindsay Sloper as instrumentalists is to take place in the Assembly Rooms, on Monday; and seeing how rarely the opportunity occurs, even in Cheltenham, of listening to artistes of such accredited excellence, it will be a reflection upon the musical taste of the town, and especially upon its more accomplished circles, if Mr. Finlayson's efforts to cater for their amusement should fail to realise the encouragement they are fairly entitled to expect. (Cheltenham Looker-On, Saturday, 16 November 1872)

THE SANTLEY CONCERT. The music loving public of Cheltenham are greatly indebted to Mr. Finlayson for the rare musical evening provided for them last evening at the Assembly Rooms. A greater musical treat has not been heard for many a long day. Not only had we the renowned Santley himself, hut he was supported by the following eminent artistes - Mdme. Lancia Miss Cafferata, Miss Enriquez, Mr. Edward Lloyd, and Mr. Maybrick, talented vocalists ; and M. Sainton and Mr. Lindsay Sloper instrumentalists. We were pleased to see, notwithstanding the inclement night, the large room well filled with a brilliant audience and that all the artistes received a hearty welcome. The concert opened with a trio "Excelsior," by Miss Cafferata, Miss Enriquez, and Mr Maybrick, which was most effectively rendered. This was followed by an exquisite song by Mr. Edward Lloyd, an old Cheltenham face, called "Once Again," which he sang in splendid style giving the final verse- Ah! love, once again- Meet me once again; Old love is waking. Shall it wake in vain ? in such splendid style as fairly to bring down the house and entitle him to a well merited encore. Mr. Lloyd was followed by Miss Enriquez. a lady whom if we mistake not we have previously heard with pleasure in Cheltenham, who sang in a charming manner Sir J. Benedict's "By the Sad Sea Waves," receiving hearty and genuine applause. The hero of the evening next appeared-Mr. Santley-who in magnificent voice sang "Sulla Poppa Del Mio Brik." It is almost impossible to describe the beauty of Mr. Santley's voice, it filled every portion of the large hall, and the vigour with which he sang the opening lines Sulla poppa del mio brik, Buoni Zingari fumando, Fra i becchier facendo tik, Cel mio rum di contrabando La fra i dadi, i scherzi, i canti, Co miei bravi intorno a me, Vi allegra io vo passando, La mi credo d'esser Re. will not easily be forgotten. Next came Madame Lancia, who equally charmed the audience with her thrilling cuckoo-like notes, eliciting a rapturous encore. Mr. Maybrick next appeared and delighted the audience with a fine old English ballad, "A Warrior Bold," which ha sang in splendid style. A brilliant solo on the violin by M Sainton next charmed the company, and the first part of the concert must be dismissed by a brief notice of Mr. Santley's two songs in English of the " Voice of the Western Wind" and "To Anthea," which it is needless to say he sang with all his wanted fire and enthusiasm. The last verse Bid me despair, and I'll despair, Under that cypress tree; Or bid me die, and I will dare Even death to die for thee. Thou art my life, my love, my heart, The very eyes of me, And hast command of ev'ry part. To live and die for thee. was grand indeed, eliciting such an unanimous encore that the gifted gentleman was fain to comply. Editorial duties tore us away, but we could linger long over such a rare and genuine musical treat. May we have many such during the coming season. (Cheltenham Chronicle, Tuesday, 19 November 1872)

A Thoroughly Popular Concert by a thoroughly accomplished party of vocalists was given last Monday evening in the Assembly Room, which was filled well-nigh to overflow by an audience composed of the elite of fashionable Society, and of the musically disposed among our residents and visitors generally - whose unanimous and enthusiastic applause in every piece in the programme bore testimony alike to the merits thereof and the gratification experienced from their performance. Nor, indeed, could this well be otherwise, for all the Songs were charmingly sung, and equally so, the three or four harmonised compositions introduced. Among the former Madame Lancia's There's a path by the River was, perhaps, the gem of the evening - unless, indeed, preference should be given to that which its irresistible encore elicited : for never was Coming through the Rye more archly or more touchingly rendered. Mr. Santley was, of course, the particular star of the Concert, and sang splendidly the well-known Italian Aria, Sulla Poppa, Hatton's Voice of the Western Wind, and Handel's O Ruddier than the Cherry - in each of which he was vociferously encored, substituting for the last-named masterpiece Prince Poniatowski's Yeoman's Wedding Song, which again brought down an avalanche of applause. Mr. Edward Lloyd, the principal tenor of the party, had assigned him Sullivan's Once Again and Balfe's famous Come into the Garden Maud, and fairly enraptured his audience in both; in response to its second encore singing The Bells of Spring. Mr. Maybrick was equally well received in his first Song, A Warrior Bold, and, with Miss Cafferata and Miss Enriquez, took part in a couple of Trios, and in the Sestet from Don Giovanni, with which the Concert concluded. Besides these and other vocal compositions M. Sainton and Mr. Lindsay Sloper performed an Andante Solo of Mendelssohn's in the first act, and the former a Violin Solo in the second, both of which were loudly encored - the last most vociferously - the wonderful execution displayed in the performance of Lassire's Spinning Wheel perfectly captivating the audience. (Cheltenham Looker-On, Saturday, 23 November 1872)

Wednesday, 20 November 1872 : London Glee And Madrigal Union's Concert at Music Hall.

On the 20th ult. a concert was given In the Music Hall, which attracted a full and fashionable audience. The vocalists were Mr. Santley. Madame Florence Lancia, Miss Cafferata, Miss Enriquez, Mr. Edward Lloyd, and Mr. Maybrick; M. Sainton (violin), and Mr. Lindsay Sloper (piano-forte). The performance was in every respect highly successful; and much credit is due to the Glee and Madrigal Union for having provided such an entertainment. (Musical Times, Sunday, 1 December 1872)

Thursday, 21 November 1872 : Grand Full Dress Concert at Saltaire's Hall, Leeds.

REOPENING OF SALTAIRE'S HALL.-On Thursday evening, this beautiful room, decorated by Mr. Briggs from the designs of Messrs. Lockwood and Mawson, Bradford, was reopened with a grand full dress concert. The vocalists were Madame F. Lancia, Miss Cafferata, Miss Enriquez, Mr. Santley, Mr. Edward Lloyd, and Mr. Maybrick. The instrumentalists were M. Sainton (violin), and Mr. Lindsay Sloper (pianoforte). The hall was well filled by a fashionable audience, Sir Titus and Lady Salt being present. The concert proved a musical success, and the numerous recalls testified how delighted the audience was with the performers. (Leeds Mercury, Saturday, 23 November 1872)

Sunday, 24 November 1872 : The Forty Hours' Adoration of the Most Holy Sacrament at Church of St Catherine, Meath-st, Dublin.

CHURCH OF ST. CATHERINE, MEATH-STREET. The Forty Hours' Adoration of the Most Holy Sacrament will begin in this Church on To-morrow (Sunday), the 24th inst., with High Mass at Twelve o'Clock. On Monday and Tuesday the ceremonies will begin at Eleven o'Clock. The sacred music of the High Mass on to-morrow (Sunday) will be rendered by the Choir of the Church with Mr Johnson, organist, assisted by the following distinguished artistes, who have most generously promised their great services for the occasion:- Mise Florence Lancia, Mr Lloyd, Mr Maybrick, and Mr Santley, with Mr Sainton (Violin Obbligato) Mr Lindsay Sloper (Organ do); Herr Elluenr (Violoncello); and Mr Levey, Conductor. The Feast of Saint Catherine (25th inst), Patron Saint of the Parish, will be celebrated on the SUNDAY within the Octave, December 1. (Freeman's Journal, Saturday, 23 November 1872)

Monday, 25 November 1872 : Philharmonic Society's First Grand Morning Concert at Antient Concert Rooms, 52 Great Brunswick-Street, Dublin.

PHILHARMONIC SOCIETY. The Members are informed that the FIRST GRAND CONCERT for the Season will take place on MONDAY. the 25th Instant, and the Committee have much pleasure in announcing that they have already secured the services of the following eminent artistes for the Occasion. Vocalists' Mr. SANTLEY Madame FLORENCE LANCIA, Miss CAFFERATA, Miss ENRIQUEZ. Mr. EDWARD LLOYD. AND Mr. MAYBRICK. Violin: M. SAINTON. Pianoforte Mr. LINDSAY SLOPER, By Order. H. BUSSELL, Secretary. Committee Rooms. 7 Westmoreland-street. (Freeman's Journal, Friday, 8 November 1872) (Also: Freeman's Journal, Saturday, 9 November 1872; Freeman's Journal, Tuesday, 12 November 1872.)

PHILHARMONIC SOCIETY, The Members are informed that the FIRST GRAND CONCERT For the Season will take place On MONDAY, the 25th Instant. Eminent artistes engaged for the occasion:- Vocalists: Mr. SANTLEY Madame FLORENCE LANCIA, Miss CAFERATA, Miss ENRIQUEZ. Mr. EDWARD LLOYD, AND Mr. MAYBRICK. Violin: M. SAINTON,, Pianoforte, Mr. LINDSAY SLOPER The programme will include "Sinfonia" -Mozart. Overture, "Ruy Blas" - Mendelssohn. Overture, "Kalliwoda," &c. &c. Tickets will be issued THIS DAY at Committee' rooms, between 4 and 5 30 o'Clock. By Order H. BUSSELL, Secretary. Committee Rooms, 7 Westmoreland-street. (Freeman's Journal, Wednesday, 13 November 1872) (Also: Freeman's Journal, Thursday, 14 November 1872; Freeman's Journal, Monday, 18 November 1872; Freeman's Journal, Tuesday, 19 November 1872; Freeman's Journal, Thursday, 21 November 1872; Freeman's Journal, Friday, 22 November 1872; Freeman's Journal, Saturday, 23 November 1872; Freeman's Journal, Monday, 25 November 1872.)

HARMONIC SOCIETY. -We understand the demand for tickets yesterday for the society's first concert, to take place on the fi instant, was very large, which is scarcely to be wondered at, with such artistes as Santley. Lancia, Enriquez, Lloyd Sainton, Lindsay Sloper, &c, engaged for the concert as soloists. (Belfast News-Letter, Tuesday, 19 November 1872)

PHILHARMONIC SOCIETY. The first grand concert for the season of this society will take place on Monday at the Antient Concert Rooms. The attractions are very great, and the vocal and instrumental performances promise to be of high class excellence. Charles Santley, the prince of baritones, is coming after a long absence from amongst us. Those who remember his glorious voice and his faultless singing while associated with the Italian Opera Company, as a matter of course are all anxious to hear again the great master of his art, whose place on the lyric stage though often aspired to since he vacated it, is still without an occupant. His voice still retains its power, exquisite tone, and witching softness which in years gone by were wont to hold vast audiences spell bound or in ecstacies of delight. We look forward with no ordinary amount of anticipation to hearing him on Monday evening, when we are sure he will receive a welcome worthy of a truly great artist, and of as enlightened and appreciative an audience as Europe can boast of. Madame Florence Lancia is also coming. This highly-gifted lady is most favourably known, and we are sure she will fully realise the high expectations which are entertained of her efforts. Miss Cafferata, Miss Enriquez, Mr Maybrook and Mr Edward Lloyd are engaged to constitute a grand vocal combination of true merit for the opening concert of a society which has done very much for high class music amongst us. The instrumental department has been well looked after, We are to have that great executant, Mr Sainton, on the violin, and Mr Lindsay Sloper on the pianoforte. The band of the society has been brought to a high state of efficiency under the conductorship of Mr Henry Bussell, whose efforts in carrying out the arrangements of the managing committee have been attended with the most marked and signal success. The programme will include "Sinfonia," by Mozart; the overture to "Rui Blas " by Mendelssohn, and the overture to " Kalliwoda." It will be seen that the Philharmonic Society intend to open their musical campaign for the season 1872-3 brilliantly, and to continue in the wise and spirited course of giving the members the greatest possible value for their subscriptions, and to maintain the deservedly high character which the association enjoys at home and abroad. (Freeman's Journal, Friday, 22 November 1872)

Tuesday, 26 November 1872 : Ms M. J. and M. Gunn's First Grand Evening Concert at Antient Concert Rooms, 52 Great Brunswick-Street, Dublin.

ANTIENT CONCERT ROOMS, A GREAT BRUNSWICK-STREET. Ms M. J. and M. GUNN have the honor to announce that TWO GRAND EVENING CONCERTS Will be given as above On TUESDAY and THURSDAY, Nov 26 and 28, WHEN Mr. SANTLEY. Madame FLORENCE LANCIA, Miss CAFFERATA. Miss ENRIQUEZ, Mr. EDWARD LLOYD. Mr MAYBRICK. Mr. SAINTON (Violin), Mr. LINDSAY SLOPER (Pianoforte), Will have the honor of appearing. Stalls (numbered and reserved), 5s; Balcony, 3s Area, 2s. Tickets and Programmes at Gunn's Music Warehouse, 61 Grafton-street. (Freeman's Journal, Wednesday, 13 November 1872) (Also: Freeman's Journal, Thursday, 14 November 1872; Freeman's Journal, Saturday, 16 November 1872; Freeman's Journal, Monday, 18 November 1872; Freeman's Journal, Tuesday, 19 November 1872; Freeman's Journal, Thursday, 21 November 1872.)

Wednesday, 27 November 1872 : Concert at Theatre Royal, Cork.

CORK. THEATRE ROYAL. On the 27th ult. the large Hall was crowded to inconvenience by a delighted audience. The artists engaged were Madame Florence Lancia, Miss Cafferata, Miss Enriquez; Mr. Santley, Mr Edward Lloyd, Mr Maybrick, M. Sainton, and Mr Lindsay Sloper (conductor). (The Era, Sunday, 8 December 1872)

Thursday, 28 November 1872 : Ms M. J. and M. Gunn's Second Grand Evening Concert at Antient Concert Rooms, 52 Great Brunswick-Street, Dublin.

ANTIENT CONCERT ROOMS, GREAT BRUNSWICK-STREET. Messrs. J. and M. GUNN have the honour to announce that TWO GRAND EVENING CONCERTS Will be given as above On TUESDAY and THURSDAY, Nov 26 and 28, MR. SANTLEY, Madame FLORENCE LANCIA, Miss CAFFERATA Miss ENRIQUEZ, Mr. EDWARD LLOYD, Mr MAYBRICK, Mr. SAINTON (Violin), Mr. LINDSAY SLOPER (Pianoforte), Will have the honour of appearing. PROGRAMME FOR TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 26. PROGRAMME. PART I: Trio, "Excelsior. F. P. Berger, Miss Cafferata, Miss Enriquez, and Mr. Maybrick. SONG, "Once again" Sullivan. Mr. Edward Lloyd. SONG, "Why do l love thee yet." G. Linley. Miss Enriquez. RESCIT. AND AIR, "Thou, whose sweet seductive grace" (Zampa.) Herold, Mr. Santley. ARIA, "Qui la voce" I Puritani, Bellini, Madame Florence Lancia. ANDANTE AND RONDO, from Concerto in E minor, for Violin, - with Pianoforte accompaniment. Arranged by Mendelssohn. M. Sainton and Mr. Lindsay Sloper. SONG, "A warrior-bold." S. Adams. Mr. Maybrick. Song "I love my-love" Pinsuti, Miss Cafferata. DUET, " Pronta io son." (Don Pasquale.) Donizetti, Madame Florence Lancia and Mr. Santley. QUARTETT "Over the dark blue waters ..(Oberon) Weber. Miss Cafferata, Miss Enriquez, Mr. Edward Lloyd, and Mr. Maybrick. PART II. DUET, "Di quel di" (Linda di Chamounix) Donizetti. Madame Florence Lancia and Mr. Edward Lloyd. Songs "Voice of the Western Wind" "To Anthea" Hatton, Mr. Santley. SONG, " When we-are old and grey." Madame Sainton Dolby, Miss Enriquez; SONG, "The angel at the window" B. Tours. Mr. Edward Lloyd. BALLAD "Good nights sweet mother" Diodonato. Madame Florence Lancia. FANTASIA. Violin (Rigoletto.) Sainton, M. Sainton. SONG " The Yeoman's Wedding Song " Prince Poniatowski, Mr. Santley. Song, "I've been-Roaming." C. E. Horn, Miss Cafferata. SESTET, "Sola, Sola" (Don Giovanni.) Mozart. Madame Florence Lancia, Miss Cafferata, Miss Enriquez, Mr. Edward Lloyd, Mr. Maybrick, and Mr. Santley. Stalls (numbered and reserved), 5s; Balcony, 3s, Area, 2s. Commence at 8 o'Clock. Tickets and Programmes at Gunn's Music Warehouse 61 Grafton-street. (Freeman's Journal, Saturday, 23 November 1872) (Also: Freeman's Journal, Monday, 25 November 1872.)

ANTIENT CONCERT ROOMS, GREAT BRUNSWICK-STREET. Messrs. J. and M. GUNN have the honour to announce that TWO GRAND EVENING CONCERTS Will be given as above THIS (TUESDAY) EVENING and THURSDAY, Nov 26 and 28, MR. SANTLEY, Madame FLORENCE LANCIA, Miss CAFFERATA Miss ENRIQUEZ, Mr. EDWARD LLOYD, Mr MAYBRICK, Mr. SAINTON (Violin), Mr. LINDSAY SLOPER (Pianoforte), Will have the honour of appearing. PROGRAMME FOR TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 26. PROGRAMME. PART I: Trio, "Excelsior. F. P. Berger, Miss Cafferata, Miss Enriquez, and Mr. Maybrick. SONG, "Once again" Sullivan. Mr. Edward Lloyd. SONG, "Why do l love thee yet." G. Linley. Miss Enriquez. RESCIT. AND AIR, "Thou, whose sweet seductive grace" (Zampa.) Herold, Mr. Santley. ARIA, "Qui la voce" I Puritani, Bellini, Madame Florence Lancia. ANDANTE AND RONDO, from Concerto in E minor, for Violin, - with Pianoforte accompaniment. Arranged by Mendelssohn. M. Sainton and Mr. Lindsay Sloper. SONG, "A warrior-bold." S. Adams. Mr. Maybrick. Song "I love my-love" Pinsuti, Miss Cafferata. DUET, " Pronta io son." (Don Pasquale.) Donizetti, Madame Florence Lancia and Mr. Santley. QUARTETT "Over the dark blue waters ..(Oberon) Weber. Miss Cafferata, Miss Enriquez, Mr. Edward Lloyd, and Mr. Maybrick. PART II. DUET, "Di quel di" (Linda di Chamounix) Donizetti. Madame Florence Lancia and Mr. Edward Lloyd. Songs "Voice of the Western Wind" "To Anthea" Hatton, Mr. Santley. SONG, " When we-are old and grey." Madame Sainton Dolby, Miss Enriquez; SONG, "The angel at the window" B. Tours. Mr. Edward Lloyd. BALLAD "Good nights sweet mother" Diodonato. Madame Florence Lancia. FANTASIA. Violin (Rigoletto.) Sainton, M. Sainton. SONG " The Yeoman's Wedding Song " Prince Poniatowski, Mr. Santley. Song, "I've been-Roaming." C. E. Horn, Miss Cafferata. SESTET, "Sola, Sola" (Don Giovanni.) Mozart. Madame Florence Lancia, Miss Cafferata, Miss Enriquez, Mr. Edward Lloyd, Mr. Maybrick, and Mr. Santley. Stalls (numbered and reserved), 5s; Balcony, 3s, Area, 2s. Commence at 8 o'Clock. Tickets and Programmes at Gunn's Music Warehouse 61 Grafton-street. (Freeman's Journal, Tuesday, 26 November 1872)

ANTIENT CONCERT ROOMS, GREAT BRUNSWICK-STREET. Messrs. J. and M. GUNN have the honour to announce that MR. SANTLEY'S LAST GRAND EVENING CONCERT Will be given as above To-morrow (THURSDAY) EVENING, Nov 26 28, MR. SANTLEY, Madame FLORENCE LANCIA, Miss CAFFERATA Miss ENRIQUEZ, Mr. EDWARD LLOYD, Mr MAYBRICK, Mr. SAINTON (Violin), Mr. LINDSAY SLOPER (Pianoforte), Will have the honour of appearing. PROGRAMME FOR TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 26. PROGRAMME. Trio. "Queen of the night." Henry Smart. Miss Cafferata, Miss Enriquez. and Mr Maybrick. Song, "Eily Mavourneen," (The Lily of .Killarney), Benedict. Mr Edward Lloyd. Song, "The green trees whispered," Balfe. Miss Enriquez. Song, "The wreck of the Hesperus," Hatton. Mr Santley. Scena, "Or son sola" (Le Serment), Auber. Madame Florence Lancia. Fantasia, Violin, "The last Rose of Summer'" W. V. Wallace. M Sainton. Cantique, "Nazareth," Gounod. Mr Maybrick. Song, "I love my love)" Pinsuti. Miss Cafferata. Ballad, " The heart bowed down" (The Bohemian Girl), Balfe. Mr Santley. Solo Pianoforte (a) Marche Hongroise (b) Entrain Galop Lindsay Sloper. Mr Lindsay Sloper. Duet, " La ci darem" (Don Giovanni) Mozart Madame Florence Lancia and Mr Santley. Song, "Goodbye, sweetheart" Hatton, Mr Edward Lloyd. Song, "The Storm," Hullah. Miss Enriquez. Song, "The Pioneer," Reyloff. Mr Maybrick. Song, "Good sight, sweet mother," Diodonato. Madame Florence Lancia, Solo. Violin, "Tarantella," Sainton, M. Sainton. Recit. and Air, "Oh, ruddier than the cherry" (Acis and Galatea), Handel, Mr Santley. Part Song, "The Fisherman's Good Night," Bishop. Miss Cafferata, Miss Enriquez, Mr Edward Lloyd, and Mr Maybrick. Stalls (numbered and reserved), 5s; Balcony, 3s, Area, 2s. Commence at 8 o'Clock. Tickets and Programmes at Gunn's Music Warehouse 61 Grafton-street. (Freeman's Journal, Wednesday, 27 November 1872) (Also: Freeman's Journal, Thursday, 28 November 1872.)

SANTLEY CONCERT.-We extract the following from the Irish Times of yesterday with reference to the party which is to appear at the Harmonists' Society's Concert in the Ulster Hall on to-morrow (Friday) evening :-The first of two grand concerts, inaugurated by those most enterprising of entrepreneurs, the Messrs. Gunn, took place on Tuesday night at the above rooms before an audience which filled every portion of the large hall. Could the area portion have been extended to twice its size it would have been still crowded by the applicants for that part. Mr. Santley never proved himself so completely the prince of baritones at present before the public as he did on Tuesday evening. Not only was he in glorious voice, but he sang with a verve not hitherto observable in his concert performances, and the audience were made to feel unmistakably the great loss the lyric stage has sustained by his withdrawal from operatic representations. The list of pieces rendered by Mr. Santley shows how heartily he entered into the desire of completely satisfying the audience, and how unselfish and unsparing he was in his determination to afford them the fullest delight. Mr. Edward Lloyd's sweet and true tenor voice was heard to advantage in Arthur Sullivan's song "Once again," and Balfe's popular "Come into the garden, Maud" - the latter encored. Madame Lancia sings most artistically and pleasingly, and in her interpretation of ballad music lies her strongest effects. She gave Loder's pretty song, "There's a path by the river,"' charmingly, and deserved the encore which she received. Miss Enriquez is sure to become a great favourite, her fine contralto voice and excellent method having already won for her a high place in the estimation of our musical public. Mr. Maybrick has the advantage of possessing a fine baritone voice. His rendering of Adams' song, "A warrior bold," was most creditable, and the appreciation of his auditors was evidenced by an encore. Though last, not least, the violin performance of M. Sainton was a rich musical treat. This gentleman is so accomplished a master of his instrument, and his style is so unaffected and so thoroughly devoid of meretriciousness, that unalloyed pleasure is derived from listening to his artistic execution. Mr. Lindsay Sloper was the accompanyist, and the mere announcement of this fact is sufficient to prove that his duties were efficiently discharged. (Belfast News-Letter, Thursday, 28 November 1872)

Friday, 29 November 1872 : Classical Harmonists' Society's Evening Concert at Ulster Hall, Belfast.

CLASSICAL HARMONISTS' SOCIETY. SANTLEY CONCERT. ULSTER HALL. FRIDAY NIGHT, 29TH NOVEMBER. VOCALISTS: Madame FLORENCE LANCIA, Miss CAFFERATA, Miss ENRIQUEZ, Mr. EDWARD LLOYD, Mr. MAYBRICK, AND Mr. SANTLEY. SOLO VIOLINIST: Monsieur SAINTON. PIANIST: Mr. LINDSAY SLOPER. CONDUCTOR OF THE SOCIETY Mr. WALTER NEWPORT, -TICKETS: Balcony, Reserved and Numbered, . 7s 6d. Area do. do. (Morning Dress), 5s 6d Unreserved Area, 2s. 6d of At Messrs. Hart & Churchill's, and Messrs. Cramer & Co.'s, Castle-place, and at Mr. Chymble's, Wellington-place, where programmes can also be had. Special. Trains to Lisburn, Carrickfergus, and Bangor at 11-15, stopping at Intermediate Stations. JOHN DUNN Jun., Hon. Sec. (Belfast News-Letter, Friday, 22 November 1872)

CLASSICAL HARMONISTS' SOCIETY. MR, SANTLEY'S CONCERT PARTY. LAST evening, the Classical Harmonists'' Society opened their twenty-second season with a very successful concert in the Ulster Hall. The singers were Mr. Santley and the distinguished party who are associated with him in the concerts which he is giving throughout the country, and the members t of the society themselves. M. Sainton, the well-known violinist, and Mr. Lindsay Sloper, pianist, were also of the party. The members of the society made a very creditable appearance on the orchestra both in the matter of numbers and in the way they acquitted themselves. The hail was very fairly filled in all parts, excepting the balcony, where there were a good number of unoccupied seats, for which the wetness of the evening and the counter attraction of the Theatre may account. The programme was essentially popular. Indeed, as the result showed, it proved a little too popular for those who wished to hear it out without being detained to an unreasonable hour. Nearly everything was encored, and it was eleven o'clock before the performance was over. It is not often that singers so distinguished as those we had the pleasure of hearing last night consent to give a popular audience so much that our more classically inclined friends would be disposed to call commonplace. So the less fastidious may, therefore, be pardoned for making the most of their opportunity. The singers, evidently pleased with the impression which they made, were as gracious as need be, and but rarely declined the encores. And that they deserved the applause with which they were received no one who heard them would for a moment dispute. The programme opened with the part song, "Joy to the Victors," by Mr. A. S. Sullivan, which was very efficiently rendered by the members of the society, who, as on other occasions during the r evening, were well kept in hand by the conductor, Mr. Walter Newport. Mr. Edward Lloyd then sang Balfe's pretty little sentimental song, "Good night, beloved," with much acceptance. He has a very pleasing tenor voice, and uses it with skill. Miss Enriquez, who has a capital contralto, followed with Sir J. Benedict's "By the sad sea waves;" so that Mr. Santley appeared in the succeeding selection. The audience, it may be assumed, was in a fairly sentimental mood. Nothing could have exceeded the grandeur with which Mr. Santley gave Gounod's "Nazareth," and his magnificent baritone was heard with the greatest effect not only in the solo but in the chorus when he was distinctly heard above the voices and the accompaniments. At the close he was enthusiastically recalled, and when he had repeated the latter part he was greeted with a perfect tumult of applause. Madame Florence Lancia appeared without any disadvantage after a triumph so marked. She gave to the recit and air, "Le Serment," from Auber, a very florid and beautiful rendering, in the more ornate passages simulating the playing of a flute with a most charming effect. She was recalled; and it was only the difficulty of the piece and some measure of considerateness upon the part of the audience that saved her from having to repeat it. Mr. Maybrick, who has a vigorous baritone, was encored with the song, "A warrior bold." M. Sainton next played a solo on the violin-andante and rondo from the concerto in E minor, by Mendelssohn - Mr. Lindsay Sloper accompanying. This was, indeed, a rare treat. Miss Cafferata sang the "Swedish Winter song" (Mendelssohn) very effectively. She was followed by Mr. Santley in Hatton's songs, "Voice of the Western Wind" and "To Anthea," into which he threw quite a tragic power that might have been taken as an indication of how much the opera has lost and a popular concert gained by this secession from the lyric stage. There was no resisting an encore here, and accordingly we had the pleasure of hearing Mr. Santley's noble voice, and hearing it, if possible, to greater advantage than we had heard it before. The first part of the programme closed with Mr. B. Hobson Carroll's new work, a motett entitled "Light and Darkness," which has already been favourably noticed in our columns. Mr. Carroll. who took his place at the grand organ amid encouraging applause, played the accompaniments. Miss Cafferata, Miss Enriquez, Mr. Edward Lloyd, and Mr. Maybrick, and the members of the society sang in the piece, which was thus presented under very favourable circumstances. The solo "Night's darkest hour's before the dawn," came out with a very happy effect. But the quartett, "Then as each flow'ret opes its cup," appeared to be the gem of the composition, and was given con amore. The choruses were sung in a manner that bespoke much and careful preparation. The second part of the programme opened with a part song-" Sir Knight, Sir Knight, O whither away ?" - which was admirably sung by the members of the society. A well-deserved encore followed, and, in response, the latter part was repeated. The pretty duet, "Pronta io son," by Madame Florence Lancia - whose manner and voice are very bright and taking-and Mr. Santley, was re-demanded. So was "Come into the garden, Maud," by Mr. Lloyd, who offered his acknowledgments and then retired - and so was Miss Enriquez's "When we are old and grey, love," a portion of which was gone over again. M. Sainton next gave two violin solos - one of which, the "Spinning Wheel," was a perfect triumph of executive skill. The programme was quite too comprehensive in the matter of popular music to be without at least some vindication of what, with due explanation, we may call the nationality of the audience. Accordingly, we had an Irish melody, "Let Erin remember," harmonised by Dr. E. T. Chipp, which was twice capitally given by the Society; "A roving life," sung by Mr. Maybrick; and "There's a path by the river," archly interpreted by Madame Florence, Lancia, and, encored, brought us on to the penultimate item in the originally long, and still further elongated but always delightful programme. This was Handel's "O, ruddier than the cherry," which, of course, fell to the lot of Mr. Santley, and by him was produced with true Handelian breadth and power. An encore, answered with a trifle, was followed with a thoroughly dramatic rendering of " Sola, Sola," from "Don Giovani," which, engaging the whole vocal strength of the party, brought this varied and successful concert to quite a brilliant close. (Belfast News-Letter, Saturday, 30 November 1872)

On last Friday evening the Belfast Classical Harmonist Society gave the opening concert of their twenty-second season, and in the face of several untoward circumstances, prominent amongst them being the wintry character of the evening, and Mr. Toole's benefit at the theatre, the society was honoured with a very large audience. There were a good many vacant seats in the balcony, but none anywhere else: indeed, the area of the Ulster Hall was filled to its very utmost. The program was of that class which so many prefer - it was miscellaneous - and in its execution the members of the society were assisted by the following artists :- Mdme. Florence Lancia, Miss Cafferata, Miss Enriquez, Mr. E. Lloyd, and Mr. Maybrick (vocalists); M. Sainton, (violinist) ; Mr. Lindsay Sloper (pianist) ; and, above all, by the world-renowned Santley. The performances were throughout warmly received. Mr. Walter Newport conducted the four selections rendered by the Harmonists. (The orchestra, Oct. 1863-Mar. 1881, Friday, 6 December 1872)

Tuesday, 3 December 1872 : Grand Miscellaneous Concert at City Hall, Glasgow.

MUSIC IN GLASGOW. (From our own Correspondent.) The Glasgow Herald a few days ago gave some jottings regarding the principal musical entertainments to be presented here during the first half of the coming season. This somewhat lengthy notice, divested of not a little verbiage, contains the following information :- "The directors of the Saturday Evening Concerts commenced the season last week, when Miss Edith Wynne, Miss Helen D' Alton, Mdlle. Therese Liebe (violinist) and other artists appeared. Messrs. Nicholson (flute), Lazarus (clarionet), Hughes (ophicleide), and Kemp (piano), are to assist at the next concert, and, on the following Saturday, Mr. Arthur Lloyd and company will give one of their entertainments. Then, as if by way of contrast, Mr. Sims Reeves, Miss Blanche Cole and party will appear at the succeeding concert. On the following Wednesday the same artists give a recital of the Sonnambula. Later on, Miss Louisa Pyne, and other distinguished vocalists, take part in a recital of Guy Mannering, the text to be read by a London actor. This recital is to be followed, in a week, by a London stringed quartet party. Mr. Muir Wood has arranged for a grand miscellaneous concert on 3rd Dec, supported by Mr. Santley, Madame Lancia, M. Sainton, Mr. Lindsay Sloper, and others. It is expected that, under the same auspices, Herr Pauer will deliver, in Glasgow, the six lectures as originally given by him, with illustrations, at Kensington Museum, on 'The Composers for the Piano.' Mr. Hallé, in conjunction with Madame Neruda, is to give a recital in December. The directors of the Choral Union have engaged De Jong's Manchester Orchestra to perform at two concerts, on the 19th November and 6th December; when, amongst other pieces, it is intended to repeat Gounod's Gallia and a portion of Beethoven's Ruins of Athens. At Christmas, the customary performance of the Messiah will be given; and, on New Years' Day, this Society proposes to produce, for the first time here, Carissimi's Jonah. On Monday, 28th Oct., Mr. Mapleson begins a short operatic season. The company, for the provinces, is an unusually strong one. Amongst its members are Mdlle. Tietjens, Mdlle. Marie Marimon, Madame Trebelli-Bettini, Mdlle. Ilma di Murska, Signori Bettini, Campanini, Mendioroz, Agnesi, Borella, and Foli." It will thus be seen that, during the next three months, Glasgow will have a good time of it in matters musical. I hope to let you know, from time to time, how these various schemes succeed. (The Musical world, Saturday, 5 October 1872)

GLASGOW. CITY HALL CITY. On Tuesday Mr Santley gave a concert, and was assisted by Mdlle. Florence Lancia, Miss Enriquez. Miss Cafferata, Mr Edward Lloyd, Mr Maybrick, Mr Sainton (violin), and Mr. Sloper (pianist). The large Hall was filled by a delighted audience. (The Era, Sunday, 8 December 1872)

Thursday, 5 December 1872 : Mr. Charles Santley's Grand Miscellaneous Concert at Town Hall, Aberdeen.

FASHIONABLE GRAND CONCERTS. MESSRS SELBY, WOOD, & CO. have the honour to announce that they have made arrangements for giving TWO GRAND EVENING CONCERTS in the Music HALL here, on TUESDAY, 19th November, and TUESDAY, 5th December, Under the distinguished patronage of His Grace The DUKE of RICHMOND, Gordon Castle. The Rt. Hon. The EARL of ERROLL, Slains Castle. Sir GEORGE and LADY MACPHERSON GRANT, Ballindalloch Castle. Sir JAMES and LADY BURNETT Crathes Castle. Sir CHARLES FORBES, Castle Newe. Colonel FRASER of Castle Fraser, and Lady BLANCHE MACKENZIE FRASER. Colonel DISNEY LEITH and Mr LEITH, Colonel N. T. CHRISTIE and Mrs CHRISTIE, Corsee. Mrs GORDON of Cairness. A. F. IRVINE, Esq. of Drum. R. W. DUFF, Esq., M.P., of Fetteresso. W. D. FORDYCE, Esq., M.P., and Mrs FORDYCE. S W. LESLIE, Esq. of Warthill, and Mrs LESLIE. J. O. FORBES, Esq. of Corse, and Mrs FORBES. ALEX. BAIRD, Esq. of Urie. PATRICK DAVIDSON, Esq. of Inchmarle and Mrs DAVIDSON. F. G. FRASER Esq of Findrack and Mrs FRASER. Captain BOYLE and OFFICERS ON H.M.S. "CLYDE." Major INNES of Raemoir, and Mrs INNES. Major WOOD, 91st (Princess Louise) Highlanders. Colonel INNES and OFFICERS, Royal Aberdeenshire Highlanders. Colonel GORDON and OFFICERS, Aberdeenshire Artillery Volunteers, Sheriff COMRIE THOMSON. Sheriff DOVE WILSON. ,&c., &c., &c.,- On TUESDAY, 19th November, Madame BODDA-PYNE (late Miss Louisa Pyne) and PARTY, will give their Grand Ballad Opera Recital of Sir Walter Scott's GUY MANNERING: With the whole of the Original Music by Sir Henry Bishop. PRICES OF ADMISSION. - Reserved Seats, 3s; Second Seats, 2s; Back Seats, 1s, And on THURSDAY 5th DECEMBER, GRAND MISCELLANEOUS CONCERT BY THE SANTLEY PARTY. Madame Florence Lancia, Mdlles. Cafferata and Enriquez, Messrs Edward Lloyd, Maybrick, Sainton, Lindsay-Sloper, and Santley. PRICES OF ADMISSION. - Sofa Stalls, 7s: Reserved (Dress) Seats of Area and Gallery, 5s, Reserved Seats, Area and Gallery, 3s. 6d., Second Seats, 2s; Back Seats and Area of East Gallery, 1s. Early application for Tickets is requested which may be had only from Messrs SELBY, WOOD, & Co., 191, Union Street, Aberdeen. (Aberdeen Journal, Wednesday, 30 October 1872) (Also: Aberdeen Journal, Wednesday, 13 November 1872.)

THE SANTLEY CONCERT. The Santley concert, which took place on Thursday evening, may be regarded as the concert of the season. It was in every respect a success. The hall was filled with an audience largely composed of the elite of town and county, and doubtless but for the very unpropitious state of the weather more would have demanded admittance than the hall could accommodate. The artistes were Mr. Santley and party, consisting (besides-the great basso) of Madame Florence Lancia (soprano), Miss Cafferata (mezzo soprano) Mass Enriquez:(contralto), Mr Edward Lloyd (tenore) Mr. Maybrick (basso), Mr. Sainton (violin), and Mr. Lindsay Sloper (piano). The concert opened with 'a trio "Excelsior" by E. Berger (Longfellow's words), executed by Miss Enriquez, and Mr Maybrick, much of the effect of which was lost by the noise create by people entering the hall. The loss, however, was not great, the composition being of a "laboured" description, and, while evidently inspired by Miss Lindsay's well-known song, wanting one of the best and most suggestive features of that setting, viz. the ascent of the voice on the word "Excelsior." The trio "Queen of the Night," with 'which the first part concluded, was a more grateful task for the singers and more acceptable to the audience. Madame Florence Lancia sang the air "Or Non Sola," (Auber) very charmingly, but so far as the majority of the audience were concerned her singing of the ballad "There's a path by the river" (Loder), was more appreciated. It was loudly redemanded, and in its place the familiar, but never old, "Gin a body" was substituted, and welcome. Miss Cafferata, and Miss Enriquez were both well received, and gave admirable renderings of their songs. We shave never heard Mr Santley singing better. His first effort was the brilliant barcarole "Sulla Poppa" (Rici),which was vociferously encored, and for which he gave "The Yeoman's Wedding." Afterwards he gave a couple of songs by Hatton, which, in any but Mr Santley's hands, for whom they were composed, would not be much thought of. The first ballad is of placid character, "Voice of the Western Wind," and. is followed by a stirring address, "To Anthea," which could not escape an encore,, and to which Mr. Santley good naturedly yielded. The enthusiasm of the audience reached a still higher pitch when Mr Santley sang, as no one else can, "O, Ruddier than the Cherry." Perfection is the only word to describe his rendering of this magnificent song from which an intelligently attentive student could learn more than from a twelve months' study of the technics. Mr Edward Lloyd gave very great satisfaction. His voice is a pure tenor of more than moderate power. .His songs were "Once Again," (Sullivan) - a really good new song, notwithstanding it has a little of "Love's Request," and "Juanita," in its composition - and "Come into the Garden, Maude," with "Who shall be Fairest" for an encore. Mr Maybrick stood in a disadvantageous position as a bass singer, but he acquitted himself admirably. His two songs, " A Warrior Bold" and" A Roving Life," were heartily applauded. M. Sainton's violin performance was a treat worth the whole concert. He gave, along with Mr Lindsay-Sloper, the Andante and Rondo from Mendelssohn's Concerto in E minor, a romance of his own composition, and "The Spinning Wheel" (Lasserre). The latter, a most graceful composition, was encored. The accompaniments of Mr Lindsay-Sloper were a performance of themselves. The concert concluded with a sestetto from "Don Giovanni," which displayed the combined power of the artistes to good advantage. Thanks are due to Messrs Selby, Wood, & Co. for their enterprise in providing such a rich musical treat. (Aberdeen Journal, Wednesday, 11 December 1872)

Friday, 6 December 1872 : Dundee Musical Festival's Grand Evening Concert at Kinnaird Hall, Dundee.

DUNDEE MUSICAL FESTIVAL. 3d, 4th, AND 6th DECEMBER, 1872. KINNAIRD HALL. FIRST DAY- TUESDAY, 3d DECEMBER. GRAND ORCHESTRAL CONCERT BY MR DE JONG'S ORCHESTRA, ASSISTED BY THE CHORUS OF THE DUNDEE AMATEUR CHORAL UNION. SECOND DAY- WEDNESDAY, 4th DECEMBER. First Concert of the Season of the Dundee Amateur Choral Union. MENDELSSOHN'S ORATORIO, ELIJAH. VOCALISTS. ; Madame FLORENCE LANCIA. Mr EDWARD LLOYD. Miss CAFFERATA. Mr MAYBRICK. Miss ENRIQUEZ. Mr SANTLEY. Conductor : Mr NAGEL. THIRD DAY- FRIDAY, 6th DECEMBER. GRAND EVENING CONCERT. VOCALISTS. Mr SANTLEY'S PARTY, As mentioned above. Mr SAINTON, Solo Violin. Mr LINDSAY SLOPER, Solo Pianoforte. THE PERFORMANCE WILL COMMENCE EACH EVENING AT HALF-PAST SEVEN. ADMISSION: TUESDAY, 3d December, and FRIDAY, 6th December. Reserved Stalls (numbered), 5s ; Second Seats, 2s 6d ; Back Seats, 1s. WEDNESDAY, 4th December. Tickets will be for sale to Members of the Dundee Amateur Choral Union, up to the 20th November, at Five Shillings, and on Monday, 2d, and Tuesday. 3d Dec. to the general public, at Seven and Sixpence. Tickets may be had for Wednesday night, and places secured for Tuesday and Friday nights, at Messrs Methven, Simpson, & Co.'s Music Warehouse. (Dundee Courier, Monday, 18 November 1872) (Also: Dundee Courier, Monday, 25 November 1872; Dundee Courier, Wednesday, 27 November 1872; Dundee Courier, Friday, 29 November 1872; Dundee Courier, Friday, 22 November 1872; Dundee Courier, Wednesday, 20 November 1872; Dundee Courier, Monday, 2 December 1872.)

DUNDEE MUSICAL FESTIVAL. As the great musical event of the season is fast approaching, a few words regarding its more prominent features may not be out of place. Warned by experience the management are to confine the celebration to Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday, the 3d, 4th, and 6th December ; three days instead of a week as formerly, resolved not to lay a musical burden upon us greater than we can bear, and if possible to save some of our finest singers and players the mortification of exerting their great and highly cultured talents before a beggarly array of empty benches; for to the true artist the most liberal remuneration cannot compensate for the absence of an appreciative audience .We can vividly recall the admiration expressed by a former orchestra for the public spirit of the gentlemen who guaranteed and paid their expenses, and their astonishment and disappointment that out of Dundee's 120,000 inhabitants so few cared to listen to the highest class of music. The contents of the programme are selected on the principle of ministering to every variety of taste. On Tuesday the votaries of classical music will be delighted by some of the most generally interesting orchestral pieces by Beethoven, Mozart, and Mendelssohn, and their love of novelty ratified by Schubert and Wagner. Schubert has now received wide, though tardy recognition, as a man of genius, while Wagner is at once philosopher and musician. The works of the latter have been received in Germany with the utmost enthusiasm, and his theories are thought likely by some to inaugurate a new era in the history of the art. In this country a promised performance of his opera "Lohengrin" did not take place, and his opinions are the subject of a great amount of speculation and discussion. The Choral Union will impart a double interest by contributing to the programme a chorus from Mozart's "Idomeneo," the vocal parts of Beethoven's "Choral Fantasia" (pianoforte solo by Mr John Kinross), and of the celebrated march, from Wagner's "Tannhauser." There will also be operatic selection, by the orchestra; Scotch airs ; duet for flute and oboe by two celebrated players of their respective instruments, Messrs De Jong and Lavigne ; the "Galatea" waltz by the Duke of Edinburgh ; in fact everything has been done that ingenuity could devise to arrange a programme popular and at the same time attractive to all the diversities of taste. On Wednesday the Choral Union give Mendelssohn's great oratorio, "Elijah," accompanied by the orchestra, to their honorary members and the public, and on Friday Mr Santley's party will entertain us with a perfect wealth of ballads, part music, and operatic selections. Among the living writers from whose works selections have been made for this concert, we recognise with pleasure the names of Sullivan, Benedict, Henry Smart, &c, &c. With regard to the executants, the high position the Choral Union has all along held in the town is so well understood as to require no comment ; but as its numbers are greater than upon any former occasion, we may expect a better balance between the voices and instruments than has hitherto been attainable. The fame of Madame Florence Lancia has preceded her, and we have no doubt she will be cordially welcomed ; with Miss Enriquez we shall be glad to renew an acquaintance of which we retain pleasant memories. Mr Edward Lloyd, the tenor, we have not heard. It is only lately that he has appeared and we understand has at once taken a first rank in his profession. Mr Maybrick is an old friend, and the bare mention of Mr Santley's name will be sufficient to give pleasure to the concert-goers of Dundee, who will be particularly anxious to hear the renowned baritone, in one of his greatest parts that of "Elijah." The orchestra comprises names second to none, out of which we select Messrs De Jong (solo flute), Van Biene (violoncello), Sauvlet (flute), Lavigne (oboe), Hutchins (bassoon), Hughes (ophicleide), and these names we accept as a guarantee of the thorough efficiency of those who are unknown to us ; and being regularly organised and accustomed to play together, we should expect a finish and unity of effect superior to anything that has been heard here. The veteran M. Sainton, who appears on Friday, requires no recommendation from us. He has long held a first position as a violinist. Mr Lindsay Sloper, one of our best pianists, accompanies. Mr Richmond will preside at the organ, and Messrs Nagel and De Jong are the conductors. Special trains will be run as advertised. The excellence, variety, and interest of the programmes, and the great ability of their executants leave nothing to be desired, save large and enthusiastic audiences to enjoy and lend to the proceedings the real festival spirit. We trust soon to see urgent necessity for side galleries in the Kinnaird Hall, so that the already moderate prices of admission to these concerts may be further reduced, and so allow greater numbers of the less monied classes to enjoy the refining and elevating influences of good music. (Dundee Courier, Wednesday, 27 November 1872)

Last night of the DUNDEE MUSICAL FESTIVAL. KINNAIRD HALL. To-morrow EVENING. GRAND EVENING CONCERT. VOCALISTS : Madame FLORENCE LANCIA. Mr EDWARD LLOYD. Miss CAFFERATA. Mr MAYBRICK. Miss ENRIQUEZ. Mr SANTLEY. Mr SAINTON, Solo Violin. Mr LINDSAY SLOPER, Solo Pianoforte. THE PERFORMANCE WILL COMMENCE AT HALF-PAST SEVEN. ADMISSION : Reserved Stalls (numbered), 5s ; Second Seats, 2s 6d ; Back Seats, 1s. Tickets may be had at Messrs Methven, Simpson, & Co.'s Music Warehouse. SPECIAL TRAIN to ARBROATH and INTERMEDIATE STATIONS at 10.30. (Dundee Courier, Thursday, 5 December 1872)

THERE has been a Musical Festival at Dundee, on the 3rd, 4th, and 6th inst, conducted by Mr Nagel, with the aid of Mr. De Jong's Manchester band of ?fty players, and the local Amateur Choral Union. The 'Elijah' was performed, besides much sound music in the miscellaneous selections. The vocalists were Madame Florence Lancia, Miss Cafferata, Miss Enriquez, Messrs. E. Lloyd, Maybrick, and Santley; with M. Sainton, violinist, and Mr. L. Sloper, pianist. WE must really advise the admirers of Herr Wagner not to be so resolute in denying facts. Whether the composer's system be true or false, time has to determine, but it is as absurd to deny a failure as it would be not to acknowledge a success when it has really taken place. At Bologna 'Tannhauser' was a ?asco; why deny it more than the same result that attended its production in Paris? We do not believe in conspiracies and intrigues to ruin Herr Wagner's fame in Italy. His 'Lohengrin ' was a success both in Bologna and Florence, as we recorded in these columns; but we must draw the line between musical history and musical criticism. We are not Wagnerites quand meme, nor are we anti-Wagnerites, as can easily be seen by a reference to our notices of his 'Flying Dutchman,' or to what we wrote more than twenty years ago about Tannhauser; but in recording events we are bound to do so without reference to opinion. Herr Wagner, as a living composer affecting to revolutionize the lyric drama, must be content to go through the same ordeal as Beethoven did with his symphonies and his latter productions. We see as yet no signs of martyrdom; Herr Wagner's operas are in the repertoire of all the leading theatres in Germany, and, provided that they are based on true principles, he has (The Athenaeum, Saturday, 14 December 1872)

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