Centre Democrat. [volume] (Bellefonte, Pa.) 1848-1989, 1880-02-05
Boalsburg's Musical Convention.

MEssEs. EpIToRs A musical copvcn-
tion commenced here on Monday evening.
January 20, under the direction of Profs.
A. j. Swartz and Frank Dale. Prof.
Kerick presiding at the piano and Prof.
Dale at the organ. The Professors used
their utmost endeavoTs 10 advance the class
In music, and to make the convention the
"boss" convention of the season and nobly
did they accomplish their purpose. 1t
was encouraging % the Professors and
singers Ia see that their efforts were appre-
cisted by having such good attendance dur
ing every session. Not only young peo-
pie, but many aged persons attended
through rain and sunshine, and seemed de-
tcrmned By their presence and support
10 have Boalsburg : convention appear
at the head of the list in point of excel
lence. On concert night there WAS an un-
usually large, attentive and intelligent htaudi-
ence-many of whom came early in order
10 obtain comfortable seats. Precisely AT
o'clock Prof. Swariz called the house to
order and announced that the hour Of
opening had arrived, when the concert be-
gan by theclass singing for the opening
piece entitled "Be merciful unto me, q
God" followed by variety of anthems,
glees, songs and choruses. Cornet solos,
and comic songs, were given by Professor
Dale, who is recognized as being one of the
beet song singers In the county. In order
TO give variety TO the entertainment, and
rest 10 the class, Rev. Jacob Yutzy, during
the concert, delivered very interesting
address on the subject OF music, which was
very appropriate, for music being v'ry
important branch Of the fine arts, naturally
reiincs our tastes, and encourages love for
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attention and encouragement from all
The singing still continued and the music
sung was all new and rendered in very
good style. From the manner in which
the class was conducted, and the proper
expression brought out, we naturally con-
clude that Prof Swartz. Il not only a good
musician, but an excellent and accom-
plish'd drill master. Prof +. Keller, Of
Bellefonte, sang "bass solo" entitled the
Tempest" which was highly appreciated
and heartily applauded.
But We must not forget the musical dia-
logue, entitled the "Prof. at home, " which
was one Of the grsndest parts of the con-
cert The Prof appeared on the stage in
"A very comfortable position, apparently
enjoying all the pleasures that pleasant
home could afford. The tax collector ap-
pcared and demanded his tax, but was
dismissed. a lady called 20 Zee him to
whom hc was showing proper respect and
courtesy, when 10 his dismay, the collector
re'appeAred singing, your State, County,
Poor tax, &c, followed by the servant girl.
who brought him a cup Of tea. shouting.
' our tea sir, your tea sir, why don { you
take your tea % Ia the midst Of this
medley the performers, Miss Emma Swartz,
NJ .ss julia Johnston, Mr.. Elmer Swartz.
and Mr.. ;. A. Slower, retired from the
stage loudly app!auded by the audience.
The evening being pretty well spent Rev.
luizy returned the thanks of the Pro-
iesss"rs and singers, as follows: ain the
name Of the professors and singers and in
the name Of the congregation, / now re-
tarn most sincere thanks 10 all who SO
cheeriuily opened their doors TO the friends
who favored us with their presence. For
the good cheer Of your homes, and for the
sumpiuous manner Of your entertainment
IN every particular, receive our most heart
felt thanks, thanks 10 all. Thanks ever
for such favor
& W. Williams rendered the thanks Of
the people 10 the professors and singers AS
follows: "ln behalf Of the people OF this
town and vicinity | tender 10 you, profcs-
sors and singers, our sincere and heartfelt
thanks Tor your kindness In coming here
10 conduct and assst in the convention
which u now At a close. We hope that
your soiourn with Us during this week has
been Ne pleasant and agreeable to YOU g. il
has been Ia us. We will always remem-
Der you in your distant homes As friend.
and neighbors, and as you have so we'll
accomplished the purpose for which YOU
were convened, may you all safely reach
your respective homes, and find in the en-
Joyment of health and happiness the loved
ones who make these homes the L.ast
cherished spots on earth. In conclusion,
permit me to return - all our cordial
thanks" Closed by singing piece enti-
tied "Coronation, IN which the conprera.
tion united SPECTATOR.
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