The British Press; or, Morning Literary Advertiser.
London, England, 1826-06-19 00:00:00

ARGYLL ROOMS.

On Saturday morning Signora Canzi gave a concert at
these rooms, upon which occasion she presented her friends
with a very pleasing selection of vocal and instrumental
performances. In the vocal department she was assisted
by Madame Bonini and Signora Comega, Signors Curioni,
De Begnis, Pellegrini, &c. In the instrumental depart-
ment, Mr. Moscheles played his air and variations of " Au
Clair de la Lune" with great effect. Mr. Bochsa and Miss
Woolrych played the military concerto on the harp, and
we were doomed to bear once more the Signori Gambati.
Signor I'uzzi played a fantasia on the horn, and Mr.
Powell a solo on the violoncello, very respectably. The
whole was conducted by Pio Cianchettini, whose piano-
forte accompaniments were very effective. lie is a host on
occasions where there are not instrumental accompaniments.
The Signora's friends appeared highly satisfied with the
neat afforded them on this occasion.

ROYAL ACADEMY OF MUSIC,
11AXOVEH-BQUARE R00)14.

On Saturday morning this Institution gave a Con-
cert at these Rooms, and the selection made for the
occasion did the greatest honour to the taste of the Noble-
men and Gentlemen of the Committee.

The concert opened with Haydn's sinfonia in C, which
was done with much precision and effect. Miss Rivierc
sang " Vol mi chiamasti al trono," in a very pleasing style.
It is an air of Vaccaj, but the orchestral accompaniments
are by Charles Lucas, the principal violoncello of the
academy, and displayed a tine sensibility in this talented
youth, who is not less distinguished for his ability in com-
position than for the excellence of his instrumental execu-
tion. This was followel by a beautiful quartet by
Haydn, for two violins, tenor, and violoncello, by Masters
Seymour, Blagrove, Daniell, and Lucas; but we venture
to express our doubts as to the general effect of a
quartetto here. It is quite impossible that it can reach
the whole room, particularly in the day-time, when,
from the admission of light, sound will also enter from the
street, in consequence of the necessity of having the spir-
rors that cover the windows partly removed. On this occa-
sion the general effect was lost beyond the Directors' box.
Xleyerbeer's quartet, from 11 Ceociato, " Ciel clemente,"
was delightfully sung by the Misses Bellchambers, Grant,
and Watson, and Mr. E. D. Spagnoletti. This beautiful
production will bear a comparison with any of the pieces
of the same character of the present day. Miss Childe
gave Cimarosa's air, " Quelle pupille tencre," with much
ability, and we have great expectations from this young
lady ; her style is very good, her voice powerful; she pos-
sesses much taste, and sings without an effort. The first
act concluded with Beethoven's beautiful fantasia for the
pianoforte, by Miss Dickens, the pupil of Mr. Moscheles,
with accompaniments for full orchestra and chorus. The
taste, delicacy, and execution of this young lady, drew forth
warm expressions of admiration. I'he second act open ,s 1
with a violin concerto by T. gawky', composed by Spoils.
This is a wonderful boy, and will add an honourable name
to the list of national performers on his instrument. Ms;
Durrell sang " Ombra che a me d'intorno" with judgment;
but then she is already professional, and we do not feel the
same interest in performances of this nature as we do in
those of a more juvenile character, and which have been
fostered in the academy. C. S. Packer played a concerto
of Hummel's on the pianoforte, but there was a want of
steadiness and general effect in the performance that dis-
appointed us, at the same time we are bound to acknow-
ledge the beauty of his touch. Miss Watson and Mr. A.
&pita gave Rossini's " Bells imago" in a most pleasing
style, and we feel assured this gentleman will do great cre-
dit to the vocal department of future orchestras. Miss Ma-
rinoni's " Amore Fortune e prie," by Carafe, excited con-
siderable applause. The whole concluded with Haydn's
beautiful chorus, "The Heavens are telling," and we ne-
ver heard a more perfect performance.
Dr. Crotch presided at the organ as director, and the
whole was led by Master C. A. Seymour with a steadiness
and ability which did him the highest credit. The Rooms
were attended by a numerous and fashionable audience,
the female part being the most elegant and beautiful we
have seen this season.

The last Concert for the season will take place on Wed-
nesday, the sth of July ' at the Hanover Rooms, en which
occasion the prizes will be distributed.
The Royal Academy of Music has now undergone a
three years ordeal, and we feel satisfied that the expecta-
tions of its Royal Patron and Noble Founders have been
fully answered; and it must be highly gratifying to the
Noblemen and Gentlemen of the Committee, to see how
successfully their exertions have been assisted by the emi-
nent professors to whom they have committed the instruc-
tion of the pupils under their patronage. All the admirers
of native t dent are largely indebted to the Committee, for
their unceasing anxiety to promote the art; and it is itn-
possible to overlook how much the Institution is indebted
to the valuable exertions of Mrs. Wade and the Reverend
Frederick Hamilton, in the management of the pupils in
their respective departments.