The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1873-06-02
MUSICAL REVIEW.

something nice and agreeable about every little
song and piano composition that comes under our
notice | We should then escape the Indignation Of
would-be composers, who think nothing easier
than writing something that win permit them to
parade their names on the title page Of piece OF
music But, unhappy, the unpleasant term, trash.
is the only word in our language that exactly
suits the greater part OF the music published now
adays. 1t Is an iale waste OF time and space 10 ex
plain at length why piece 0fmusic is irretrevably
bad. The visit Of Rubinsten to this country win.
1t is to be hoped, be productive OF reform in the
class OF works which have too long found willing
ear from INSCRIPTIONS publishers and purchasers
In credulous young ladies'.
Louis Berge publishes the fOllowing:-
''Lamenton Contralto song. A. Marotta. Writ
ten in the most dorid Italian style, but dramatic;
endowed with an emotional theme which can be
sung with world Of expression, and artistically
framed in a rich, descriptive accompaniment.
'Lttle Birds Go To Sleep" and "Nora Is Pretty"
Songs. BY +. A. Howson Two little gems, showing
taste, culture and an ambition above the common
standard.
g. Schirmer publishes the following
..variations on Yankee Doode.n Rubinstein.
more unfortunate title could not be selected for
this truly grand work, Our national air certainly
forms the groundwork, but the wonderful treat
ment 1t receives and the fertility OF ideas of the
most exalted kind displayed in every page demand
more expressive name AS an appropriate title
we would suggest "America, !" "POeme," or "Etude
symphonique Tor the piano." TO those in
clined to trace out a history in the work,
nifty to discover where the composer
intended to portray certain events or character
istlcs. Those who attended the seven memorable
recltals will find traces OF various styles in this
OF the sv 70 and aeno of
musician for, although few can ever master its diff
culties sufficiently to be able to play it in public,
yet every one will derive beneft from the lessons
conveyed in it. We know that many VIII sneer at
the idea OF a classical work containing yankee
Doodlen but they must not forget that the mind
ennobles the subject no matter how commonplace
the latter may be. No one VIII dare utter word
against the seventh symphony" OF Beethoven, and
yet the leading theme In the last movement is as
vulgar $50 to speak theme as yankee DOODLE
and "Etude in minor. RubnsteIn. r These three
works will give vivid idea OF the entire orignali
ty Of style which the Russian pianist can assume
octaves Tor the left hand.
"The Meeting" Waltz song. Arditi. One OF
I'll Bacio," "f'Estasi," &C., OF the composer, de,
signed only to give such skyrocket voices as. those
"Constant Loves Melody. g. Pnsati. This is
OF an entirely different character, being designed
or Mme Nilsson sna ko t the There are y - simplicity
admirably suited for the expressive style OF that
lady.
In the extravagant bravura style, but possess
ing more soidity OF melody than Ardlti's works:
"FOrosetta." Aria in form OF Tarantela. Arditi.
Another show piece for Nine. Adelina Patti, only
fit for bravura purposes.
M WILLIAM rona Co. puG pats sae N ths com
posers happiest vein, with taking themes, brilliant
and effective ana yet within the capacity Of any
popularity second to none OF Mr.. Pattisons other
works.
is nothing particularly fresh in this salon piece yet
It can hold its own with the most OF our modern
"Side by Sidc.n Song and chorus. Henry Tucker.
Hackneyed and embarrassing. Thousands OF such
trashy songs may be found out West.
Nobody Knows" Song. Frederic Clay. Hardly
melody enough to be popular and Of no value what
ever to u musician.
Joyous Reapers." Vocal duet. Camrana.
rather trifing, skctcny composition Tor two female
voices.
"Elian Whispers" wehli A pretty, unpre-
tending little work in polka form, not devoid OF
grace and attractiveness.
"voices OF the Night.n Nocturne in A nat. J. f.
Muller A 1913 time melody, as old as the hills and
a very commonplace setting to IL.
RubinseinS favOrite selections, arranged from the
'sschooi for Octave Playing" H. Mayer Very
excellent studies, which, If adhered will prove
beneficial to the pupil There is nothing in the
study OF the piano more important than steadiness
and case in octave passages
'Fohe," caprice etatde, and sReve d'Ariel,- valse
Prudent. The distinguished pupil of Thalberg in
these two works, follows closely in the footsteps OF
his master. Both pieces are, therefore, charming.
Emile Prudent Is the composer Of the popular
''Flreres,' from winch NILS drew ms Ideas OF
..Mais Aons." Galop. Ira.Leo Bamperger. A
tnng lot OF themes which fail TO interest anybody,
and the treatment, clever though 1t may be- cannot
be Of utility 10 the barrenness OF the subjects
''Ph Kappa Psi" March. Florian Muller. Bril-
liant and telling IN popular vein.
'.The Star that Lghts.' Song and chorus. X. S.
Toelle. Although this style OF melody is somewhat
hackneyed yet in the case OF the one in question 1t
is very attractive.
Ditson 4 Co., New York ana Boston, publish
the following
Glover Song.n Gustave Lange. A pretty mel
ody, neatly and tasteiully arranged for the Beet
Evening" Brinley Richards. good exercise
for beginners and not entirely devoid OF melodic
beauty.
Although as general rule "bell" pieces for the p
ano are nuisances, still there are some honorable
exceptions, and this Is one. IL Is very ceverlv
arranged as to avoid the monotony attached
generally to this class OF compositions.
''Sound an Alarm handsome edition of the
celebrated war song from JUDAS Maccabeus,"
which Mr. Sims Reeves sings and creates Juror,
and which Mr.. Nelson Narlcy attempted to sing and
created an opposite feeling.
"Not Sparrow Faleth' and "Dream OF Angels"
Songs; Abt. Not only l. the charm OF Abt's melody
in both these songs, but to IL Is added exceedingly
rich and graceful Accomplishments.
'Sleep on" Song. Louisa Gray. melody OF
mediocre merit. one OF the verses conveys the
startling intelligence that ''the moon has raised
her ght.r STRIKE?
bright Hope" Song. II. p banks. rather
commonplace melody IN 1913 time.
sEsmerada Bolero.n Brinley Richards. This
composer has been long an established favorite in
the SutDU III tIllS DutcrO he ulsplHys MUCH Ol
characteristic brightness and simplicity OF style
and easy grace.
"Arabesques.r Isidor Seiss number OF beau
tiful little melodc gems too much, however, like
the 'Kinderscenenn OF Schumann 10 be ascribed TO
Mr. Sess.
"Stars Trembling Der U.s." Song. G. ID. Wilson.
A very beautiful melody welded to poetry equally
attractive.
.'TRe Pilgrim OF Love- Recitative and romance
Bishop. a gem from the hands OF the king of
English musicians, IN which Reeves has won DIS
tinction.
The operate editions of this house have &C
quired degree OF popularity second TO none even
from Europe.
W. Ii. Ewals, Jersey City, publish the follow
ing:-
american Hearts WaltZes.n Wagner. Some
what in the style oil strauss and better adapted for
the orchestra than the piano.
"ErnestIne.v Song and chorus G. $. Toelle
Worthless and uninterestng.