The New York herald., 1879-11-22


very bad artists p sang their very badly and
murdered their music. The details-the musical
at length already in these columns. and it is quite
unnecessary to give paric uars as to the obseques
which have been performed later.
1t is to be hoped that "Irovatore" will not be re-
peated bya company capable of producing such
'.Linda" Faust Martha and "Aida" as has
been given in the past fortnight
Requiescat in pace.
lOmnes.) Amen.
HEARsAL FOR THE FIRST CONCERT AT THE
ACADEMY OF MUSIC.
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The Academy of Music was crowded yesterday af-
ternoon by adstinctively Philharmonic audience
who warmly welcomed Mr.. Theodore Thomas and
the orchestra of the Society Almost all of the lead
ing musical amateurs and very many of the resident
professionals were in the auditorium and testified
by their close attention to the programme and their
hearty applause on its Interpretation their enjoy.
ment Of the music and their satisfaction with both
the able musicians and their able leader.
Mr.. Theodore Thomas has for many years past
done noble service in New York in cause of his
art, and though he could never have accomplished
oil that he has in America in encouraging the appre
citation and study of classical music without the
assistance of those who under his baton have
well seconded his efforts. still it is
not to be forgotten that it was largely
due to his individual efforts, to his
persistency in following the one idea he had in
view-the popularizing of musical programmes of
high order-that New York has taken the position
it has in the musical world. Mr.. Thomas has had
material assistance. financially and socialIy-aid in
money and friendship from those who were
position to thus encourage him
but had either one or the other been
used without judgment the result which he has at
tanned would never have been accomplished. The
musical OF 1s79sO has been and is yet to be-
of the masterpieces Of the best composers.
and those who have frequented the rooms
of the London and Continental musical societies will
say that the Philharmonic and symphony societies
OF New York their equals the interpreting of
it only fair to look back at the small beginnings
made decade of years ago in this city, and the
steady advance made in direction then taken
by Mr.. Thomas and his co-workers III their labor Of
love- 1t may thus be designated it is undoubtedly
true that has never been labor Of profit to those
by whom it has been undertaken. The organization
and holding together of an admirable orchestra was
stride forward toward triumphant success. but
the main object-the musical education of the
people-was to be the lasting mark Of positive
success. Although this final result has not
approached that entire in that direction Is
very far distant. And now that the end If there is
have done SO much in the darker hours Of the past
to attain 1t deserving OF the thanks and hearty
support OF the public in their continued work
The programme OF yesterday was an excellent one.
and interpreted in very thorough manner.
Berlioz's overture was admirably done throughout
with every and attention to the smallest
details, and with the most marked effects in
he finale. The Tschaikowsky concerto was q
tra the leader and the pianist The concerto
is one OF the most melodious of Tschaikowsky's
compositions. charming IN its proportions aud in
its treatment Of the main IDEAS and not SO eccentric
In method as are many OF his efforts. Mr.. Rummel
never played better his touch and his memory being
| at their best, was shown in the delicacy Of
| his coloring and the positive accuracy OF his
| technique. Not wrong note was struck-the same
| has not always been true OF his paying-and not
phrase carelessly treated. The late appearance
| IN New York Of some renowned musicians has had
served to develop his better musical nature. In his
playing of the concerto the response of the piano
ably well done, and with exceeding grace and finish
The two andante movements artistic pieces Of
work. the andantino sempice being particularly
fine In the allegro con fuocO the march, the cul-
minatin point of the finale, was given with great
and dignity Of rendering. The entire con-
certo admirably executed and deserved tho
warmest appreciation.
The Wagner selections the most creditable
portions OF the programmes. In this music Thomas
seems at his best, and unapproachable in America
as a leader in the Interpretation of such selec-
tions as tho 'Ride OF the valkyries' and
'sieafried's DEATH" In the former the chro-
matte passages absolutely accurate and
given with superb effect; the melody. played
by the wind instruments. perfect the accompani-
ment, musical undercurrent by the strings being
most harmoniously done. The 'Siegfried" selection
was we'll taken, the clashing crescendos and-if it
may be thus described-the wailing diminuendos
which introduced being marvellously expressive
passages.
The Beethoven symphony selected is well
known to all lovers Of the great MASTER both anna
teurs ana professionals. The first movement
ably executed but called for special comment.
1t well done OF by such orchestra but
not, considering their powers. specially
cellent The second movement played
in most perfect tune and tempo. MIR. Thomas
taking it, however, rather faster than some leaders
approve of. The violoncello passages finely
played and drew special attention. The finale was
excellent, except in one respect-t seemed to lack
energy in the rendering. which detracted from the
pleasant impression the earlier passages had ef-
fected.
After the regular programme concluded the
orchestra went through private rehearsal OF the
new "Penthusal Overture" which has lately been
received from the composer. and will shortly be
played here for the first time in public.