The Sun.
London, England, 1850-10-12 00:00:00

HER MAJESTY'S THEATRE.
THE GRAND NATIONAL CONCERTS.
The Executive Committee, Directors, and Managers of "The
Grand National Concerts" have the honour to announce that the
FIRST SERIES will commence on TuEsDaT the 15th of October
next.
In laying before the musical world and the public in general the
principal arrangements that have been entered into for the carry-
ing out this great national requirement, the Committee trust to
prove that they have spared neither expense nor exertion in endea-
vouring to form a union of talent never hitherto witnessed in any
country. Their constant aim will be to present an intellectual en-
tertainment of the highest order, embracing the ereatest works
of the greatest masters, illustrated by the most eminent
artistes in Europe, and that at the cheapest possible rate, consistent
with prudence to themselves and justice towards those whose in-
terests they have mainly in view. Every effort has been cued to
render the selection of Artistes wholly free from all undue par-
tiality to country or individual ; and first-rate excellence being the
only passport to an engagement at these Concerts, it is confidently
believed that the most splendid available talent will thus be
brought together—a consummation next to impossible when
the arrangements are confided to one person, more or loss
fettered by national prejudice, connexion, or interest. A
similar independence will also characterise the choice cf works
to be produced. No exclusive preference will be given to any par-
ticular School or Nation. The monumental productions of Germany,
Italy, France, and England, ancient and modern, will be presented
In succession. On certain evenings during the Series, the Concert
will be classed under mie National head, and the entire performances
will consist of works by the most celebrated Composers of one of
the above four Musical Nations. It is also in contemplation to devote
several evenings to the exclusive performanee of Sacred Music, par-
ticulars of which will be duly announced. The usual evenin; pro-
gramme will be a, varied programme—such as to meet as far as pos-
sible the wishes and tastes of all, and thus gratify the lovers of the
higher class of music, as well as those who may prefer a lighter school.
A highly-important and distinctive feature in this unde'ftaking,
and one which the Committee are most anxious should be in every
way worthy the support both of English artistes and English audi-
ences, will be the introduction of original instrumental and lyrical
works by native composers, to whom every opportunity will be af-
forded of obtaining a satisfactory interpretation of their labours.
That this object may be carried out as completely as possible, en-
tire works in an operatic form will be given, somewhat after
the manner of short secular Oratorios, combining the ser-
vices of soprano, contralto, tenor, and basso cantante, with
the full band and chorus. Mr. George Macfarren and Mr.
Edward Loder have already completed two new one-
act Serenatas in the above form, which will be produced early
in the season ; Mr. Howard Glover is now engaged on a similar
work, to be called "Hero and Leander," and arrangements are
also pending with other English composers. Mr. Macfarren's
work is founded on the popular Arabian tale entitled "The
Sleeper Awakened," the poem by Mr. John Oxenford. Mr.
Loder has secured the services of Mr. George Soane, who has
selected for his libretto " The Island of Calypso." The Com-
mittee are also in communication with the great master Sphor,
M. Marsehner, Hector Berlioz, and Felicien David, relative to
the production of several original works, and the latter com-
poser will personally attend and conduct the production of portions
of his Opera Christophe Colomb." M. Balfe will assume the post
of Musical Director, Conductor, and Composer. Quadrilles, Polkas,
Valses, &c., written expressly for these Concerts, fly the most cele-
brated native and foreign authors, will be rapidly produced.
Amongst other novelties will be a " Quadrille of all Nations," com-
osed by Musard, in celebration of the Great Industrial Exposition
of the year 1851 ; " The Grand National Folka," by the author of
" The Agnes Polka ;" a new Introductory MS. Overture and Hunt-
ing Chorus, by M. Balfe. The composers of " The Firefly,"
" Fus " Arban," and other popular music, will also contribute
various novelties to the dance repertoire.
The Committee have the utmost pride sad satisfaction in an-
nouncing that, by the gracious permission of his 3lajes•ee the King
of Prussia, they have been enabled to secure the entire Chorus of the
Berlin Chapel Royal, consisting of fifty male voices, under the direc-
tion of Herr Kapelmeister Neilthardt. The extraordinary perfec-
tion of this chorus is well known by reputation to every artiste and
amateur in Europe, but the opportunity of hearing them in any
town or country except their own has never hitherto been afforded.
During their engagement, several pieces, entirely new to this
country, and compased expressly for the Royal Chapel by Men-
delsshon, Neidthardt, &c., will be performed, in addition to selec-
tions from the choral works of Bach, Handel, and 3larcello, toge-
ther with the celebrated " Battle Chorus," which has created so
extraordinary a sensation in Germany. An extra Chorus for the
Serenatas and other English music has been selected with the
greatest care from the principal lyrical establishments, and will be
under the direction of Herr Ganz, Chorus Master of her Majesty's
Theatre.
The arrangement of the Operatic Selections, &c., will be confided
to Signor Negri.
The Prices of Admission have been fixed at as low a scale as pru-
dence will admit ; but as the Committee mean to be guided wholly
by circumstances, and no wish or idea of profit will in any way influ-
ence them, they beg it may be distinctly understood, should the re-
turns jus ify any further reduction, that it will be instantly made.
The Concerts will commence at eight, and terminate usually
about eleven. The Theatre has been entirely re-decorated for these
entertainments.
In addition to the following list, numerous engagements are pend-
ing with other Vocal and Instrumental Artistes, particulars of which
will be announced sec soon as possible.
VOCAL ISTS.
Angri, Miss Poole, Miss Mcssent, Mrs. Alexander Newton,
and Madame Illscaccianti (the celebrated prima donna, from Milan,
who will make her first appearance in England) ; Signor Calzolari,
M. Jules Lefort, M. Jules Stockhausen, Mr. Frank Bodda, and Mr.
Sims Reeves,

INSTRUMENTAL SOLO PERFORMERS.
Grand Pianoforte-31iss Goddard (Pupil of M. Thalberg, who will
make her first appearance .n public), 31. Charles Halle (who will
perform Beethoven's Concerto in E flat, with full orchestral accom-
paniments, on the opening night, and a different Concerto on each
evening of his engagement), Master Heinrich Werner (whose per-
formance at Buckingham Palace before her Most Gracious Majesty
and Prince Albert, and at the Professional Matinees, has been
the marvel of the whole musical world), and M. Thalberg (who
will introduce several new Morccaux, written expressly f.r these
Concerts).
Violin—MM. Molique, Henry Blagrove, Henry Cooper, and M.
Sainton (Solo Violinist to her Majesty). An engagement is also
pending with the renowned Artiste, Signor Sivori, who is on his
way to England from the Havannala.
Tenor—Mr. Hill.
Violoncello—MM. Piatti, Hausmann, Hancock, and Rousselot.
Double Bass—MM. Anglois, Rowland, and Herr Mailer (the cele-
brated Contrabassist from Darmstadt, who will make his first ap-
pearance in th!s country).
Harp—Mr. John Thomas and Mr. 11. J. Trust.
Concertina—Mr. R. Blagrove.
Flute—MM. Richardson, Briccialdl, Carte, and Remusat.
Oboe—MM. Barret and Nicholson.
Clarionet—M. Franc, from the Grand Opera, Brussels, and M.
braycock.
Bassoon—M. Baumann.
llorn—M. Steglich.
Cornet-a-Pistons—M. Arban.
Ophicleide —M. l'rospere.
Trombone —M. Winterbottom.
ORCHESTRA.
Musical Director, Composer, and Conductor—M. Halle.
First Violins—M. Mohque (Principal), late Kapelmeister at Slut-
gardt ; Browne, Royal Italian Opera, Henry Cooper, R. 1.0., Dando,
R. 1.0., Dawson, Her Majesty's Theatre, Goffrie, R. 1.0., H. Gries-
bach, ILI 0., Hartnagl, H.M.T., Krentzer, 11.31. T., Oury, H.M.T.,
Patey, R. 1.0., Pigott, 11.M.T., Shargool, H.M. T., Thiriwall,
R. 1.0., Watkins, R. 1.0., Zerbini, R. 1.0.
Second Violins—Willy (Principal), R. 1.0., W. Blagrove, R. 1.0.,
Barnett, H.M.T.. Hall, H.M.T., Heerlen, H.M.T., Jay, R. 1.0.,
Kelly, 1L1.0., J. Loder, R. 1.0., Marshall, R. 1.0., Ridgway, H.M.T.,
Ridgway (two), 11.M.T., Schmidt, H.M.T., Tallance, H.M.T., T hirl-
wall (two), 11.M.T., Villain, H.M.T., Watson, R. 1.0.
Tenors—R. Hughes (Principal), 11.31 T., R. Blagrove, R. 1.0.,
Bo 'en, H.M.T., Calkin, 11.M.T., Ganz, 11.31. T., Glanville, R. 1.0.,
Rice, 11.M.T., Trust, R. 1.0., Webb, 1L1.0., Westlake, R. 1.0.
Violoncellos—Piatti (Principal), 11.31. T. Gardner, H.M.T., Good-
ban, R. 1.0. Guest, R. 1.0., Hancock, 11.1.0., Hausmann, R. 1.0., W.
Loder, R. 1.0., Lovell r hillipps,R.l.O.,Rousselot, Beethoven Quartet
Society, Thorley, Philharmonic.
Double Basses—Anglois (Principal), H.M.T., Casolani, R. 1.0.,
Castell, R. 1.0., Mount, R. 1.0., Muller, Grand Opera, Darmstadt (his
first appearance), Percival, HALT., Pickhaert, 11.M.T., Pratten,
R. 1.0., Rowland, R. 1.0,. Russell, MALT., Severn, R. 1.0.
Harps—John Thomas, H.31.T., 11. J. Trust, R. 1.0.
Flutes—Richardson (Flautist to his Grace the Duke of Devon-
shire) ; Briccialdi, La Scala, Milan.
Piccolo—Remusat, H. M.T.
Oboes—Barrett, R. 1.0., Nicholson, R. 1.0.
Ciarionets-31. Franc, G. 0., Brussels, and Maycock, 1.1.3f.T.
Bassoons—Baumann, R. 1.0, Larkin, R. 1.0.
Horns—Steglich,:ll.M.T., Blangini, Calcott, H.3LT., Calcott, j un ~
H.M.T.
Trumpets—Zeiss, 11.M.T., Davis, H.M.T.
Cornet-a-Pistons—Arban, Conservatoire, Paris.
1 rombones—Maria, H.31.T., King, 11.111. T., Winterbottom,
H.M.T.
Optdcleide—Prespere, R. 1.0.
Timpani—Chipp, R. 1.0. •
Bass Drum and Cymbals—Hinchey, 11.11. T.
Side Drum—R. Hughes, jun., 1.1.M.T.
Triangle—W. Ganz, H.M.T.
Principal Composers—MM. Sphor, Balfe, G. Maefarren, Edward
Loder, lloward Glover, Hector Berlioz, and Felicien David.
Arranger of Operatic Selections., Sce.—Signor L. Negri.
Chorus Master—Herr Ganz.
Deputy Chorus Master—Mr. Frederick Osborne Williams.
Organist—Mr. Willing.
The Music of the Serenatas will be published by Messrs. Cramer,
Beale, and Co.
Box Stalls, One Pair.. 4s. Od. I Gallery Stalls
Ditto, Two Ditto . .. 3s. 6d. Slip Stalls
Half Circle, Ditto—... 2s. 6d. Gallery ............ • • is. OIL
Promenade • • .. .. • • • • Is. 6d.
N.B. It is respectfully announced that all persons attending the
Private Boxes, and the First and Second Tiers of Box Stalls,
will be required to appear in Evening Dress ; and the Public is
most earnestly requested to assist in carrying out this regulation,
as far as may be practicable, in all parts of Her Majesty's Theatre.
Applications for Private Boxes and Stalls to be made at the Box-
office ; or to Messrs. Andrews, Alcroft, Leader, and Cock, 1 ew
Bond-street ; 31 itchell, Hookhana, and Ebers, Old Bond-street;
Sams, St. Janiss's-street ; Cramer, Beale, and Ce., and Bailey, Re-
gent-street ; Chappell, Bond-street ; and Dyte and Son, Strand.