The Sun.
London, England, 1856-05-22 00:00:00

M. BENEDICTS CONCERT.

Last evening M. Benedict gave his annual
grand concert at Exeter Hall,' of which the chief
attraction was the presence of Madame Gold-
schmidt Lind among the performers. The concert
commenced with the "Jubilee Overture," by
Weber, admirably performed under the direction
of M. Benedict. The first appearance of Madame
Goldschmidt was in a duet with Signor Belletti,
" I Montonari," on Styrian melodies, arranged by
M. Benedict. Her execution of this was so suc-
cessful as to elicit an unanimous encore. Her next
performance was at the conclusion of the first
part, when she rendered Rossini's scena aria,
"Squallida veste e bruna," from "II Turco in
Italia," with admirable skill. The clear and
brilliant execution of its intricacies merit the
highest encomiums. But her chef d'oeuvre was
Meyerb?.er's duet "La Mere Grande," in which
she was ably seconded by Madame Viardot. This
duet is especially calculated to display Madame
Lind's peculiar powers of vocalisation to the highest
advantage. The delicacy and finish of her execution
of the trills and cadenzas with which it abounds,
and the exquisite softness of the long, low shakes
which she introduces delighted the audience. Ir
is to be regretted, however, that some persons
chose this very inappropriate time to leave the
hall, thus greatly interfering with the enjoyment
of others. Madame Viardot acquitted herself
with her usual success in Rattlers air of "Verdi
prati." Herr Reichardt, who is rising in repu-
tation, distinguished himself in the tenor part of
a selection from the " Minnesinger," which occu-
pied the chief part of the second part. The sone
of "Life's a dream," which he sung with
spirit, is likely to become popular. Herr Roki-
tanski took a part in this selection, but though
possessed of a fine voice, his enunciation of the
words is so indistinct as to interfere with the
effect. The instrumental part of the concert was
highly meritorious. Herr Ernst performed a
rondo of his own with his usual dexterity and
expression ; and Signor Piatti rendered a concerto
of Molique's with success. There were two duets
for two pianos—one by Mr. Otto Goldselimidr
and M. Benedict, and the other by Miss Susan
Goddard and Miss Williams. The first of these
was, of course, the most artistic. It was finely
played. The hall was crowded, though not in-
conveniently, as the arrangements were most judi-
cious ; and M. Benedict may be congratulated on
having afforded the public one of the most suc-
cessful concerts of the season.

ARRIVAL OF 17.R.17. PRINCE FREDERICK
WILLIAM OF PRUSSIA.

DOVER, WEDNESDAY.
His Royal Highness Prince Frederick William of
Prussia armed at Dover from Ostend in the Belgian
Government-packet Topaz at midnight. His Royal
Highness was received at the landing-place by Colonel
the Hon. Franci., Seymour, Equerry in Waiting to
Prince Albert, his Excellency Court Bernstorf, the
Prussian Ambassador, and Captain M'llwain, the naval
superintendent of the port, by whom the Prince was
conducted to Birmingham's Royal Ship Hotel, where be
will stay during the night.. His R,yal Highness wil!
leave Dover for 13,)rtstnouth en route for 0-borne by a
special train at 8.30 a.m., and will arrive at Portsmouth
at about 12.30 p.m. The usual military honours will be
shown to the Prince on his departure in the morning.

PORTSMOUTH, WEDNESDAY.
At a quarter before twelve this morning the Fairy.
tender, qnietly glided into harbour, having on board tl,e
Queen, the Prince, and Royal family. There being no
standard at the main no outward demonstration wLs
made, and the good folks were somewhat taken by sur-
prise. In a few minutes, however, the Royal barge was
lowered, and Prince Albert quickly landed at the new
step entrance of the dockyard,.where the Royal carriage
was in waiting to convey his Royal Highness to the
railway station to welcome the arrival of the Prince
William of Prussia ; and but few minutes elapsed before
the return of the Royal party, attended by the Lieut.•
Governor (Major-General Breton) and staff.
The Prince Albert and Prince William were received
by the Commander-in-Chief, Vice-Admiral Sir George
Seymour, the Rear-Admiral Superintendent Mar-
tin, and Flag-Lieutenant Brandretb, and Lieutenant H
W. Hall, director of police, who stationed his men as a
guard of hcnour on the landing. Their Royal High-
nesses entered the barge, the Prussian standard was
hoisted, and the Prince speedily got on beard the Fairy.
The Queen and Princess Royal immediately saluted the
Prince of Prussia. The Royal standard was run up at
the main, the Prussian at the fere, and jack at the
mizen. A double Royal salute commenced from the
shore batteries and ships of war in the harbour, and at
Spithead. The whole manned yards and cheered, having
the Prussian flag at the main.

The Prince is an exceedingly flee-looking young man,
in height about five feet nine inches, and apparently 20
years of age. His deportment is exceedingly dignified
and graceful. He acknowledged the compliments paid
him, by frequently bowing and taking off his hat. 1.1.-;
has a slight moustache, auburn coloured.

A gma-rd of honour was on its way to the dockyarl,
but the Royal movements were so rapid as to prevent
their attendance in time for the embarkation on board
the Fairy yacht.

HER MAJESTY'S THEATRE.--His Highness the Rajah
of Coorg, his Highness Prince Jafeer, his Moonshee
Mirza Ali, and Prince Hafiz Bahadoor, will honour her.
Majesty's Theatre this vening with their pre:ence.
SACRED HARMONIC SOClETY.—MendelAsobti'M Elijah,
will be performed at Exeter-ball on Friday, the 6th of
June, the principal vocalists being Madame Clara No-
vell°, Madame Viardot Garcia, Mr. Sims Raeves, and
Herr Formes. The beautiful testimonial recently pre-
sented to Mr. Costa by the B.rmingham Festival eo:n-
mittee in commenaoraticn of the production of his ora-
torio, Eli, will be on view, and may be seen on applica-
tion, at the society's room., No. 6, Exeter-hall, to-day
and tomorrow (Friday), from 2 until 8 o'clock,