The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1886-06-04
Review of the Performances.

The programme for the concert Of last evening
was thought by those of discriminating judg-
ment to offer the greatest possibilities for enjoy
ment of any of the series, and notwithstanding
the high character of the earlier entertainments
fully realized The music lovers of
the city wers out in full force and
with them were those whose interest in
the festival had at last been aroused by the en-
tbusiasm of those who understood the nature of
the treat which was being offered them. Ora
tors and actors are, it is we'll known, greatly in
fuenced in their deliverances by the audience
before them, and it is not unreasonable to sup
pose that musicians are affected in like manner.
Whether the immense crowd present lent in
SEPARATION to the musicians or whether
they had gathered assurance and
confidence In themselves from the
experience of the preceding nights. it is certain
that the performers, and particularly the mem
bers of the orchestra, surpassed all former
efforts. liz the rendering of Beethovens Fifth
Symphony, In minor, the musical idyl,' as
some one has called it, the instrume tatioE was
wonderfully exact. the slight hesitation visible
IN some instances on other evenings being en-
tire!y absent The response to the leaders
baton was instant and as one man, and renew
ing the marvel in the listeners minds as to how
had been attained in so brief time
It was a universally expressed opinion
that no orchestral performance had
ever been given in Indianapolis with better eff
feet. Breathless attention was given to the de
lclous mneling of wild and plaintive strains of
this symphony. of which Goethe said, on one &C.
casion. at ia grandiose and makes me feel that
the house will fall and at its close enthusiastic
applause. 1t was, in fact the most enthusiastic
and appreciative gathering of the week. and ex-
pressed itself in unmstakable terms after every
number. The first selection rendered by Frau
lein Lehman was the solo from the finale
to "Lorely," with grand chorus accompan-
ment She sang this beautifully, and
deepened the impression that few artists
upon the stage can equal her in grandeur of
style and strength and compass of voice. 1t was
Rossinis criticism upon the present method of
voeazation that the singers scream. "All that
want he said, sis a resonant. full toned, not a
voice. l care not whether 1t be for
speaking singing. Everything ought 90
sound melodious." If Rossini could have heard
Miss Lehmann's smooth rich tones, with
out suspicion of harshnes or shrillness marring
its beauty he would have reserved his criticism
and have said that here was his ideal voice. Her
second number the thema by Mozart and
variations, with flute obligato by Adam. This
music being of an entirely different character,
served to still further display her skill and vocal
compass. It thrilled the audience, and was fol.
LEVIED by tumultuous applause and shower
of bouquets from the chorus, who are complete
The sweet manner in which she divided her
honors with young Mr. Timmons. the sixteen
year old youth who accompanied her so accepta-
bly, on the flute, won all hearts Miss Lehman
responded graciously to the encore and sang
little song in response with an air that delighted
her hearers. AS she left the stage for the last
time the hope was felt by everyone
in the house that it might not be long before she
would stand before an Indianapolis audience
again.
- In Kuckens plaintive song, Heaven Has
Shed Tear" Mr.. Lewis voice showed to great
advantage and increased the favorable impression
this gentleman has made upon the musical public.
The "Aubade' solo with violin obisato, by Mr..
and Mrs. NJ. H. Spades was artistic and fin
ished performances, and was well received. The
overture "Euryanths" was delightfully."- rendered,
AND was followed by the Hallelujah chorus from
thle Messiah" This was superbly rendered. and
with its grand strains still echoing in their ears.
Fthe multitude passed out, convinced that they
had been given an entertainment which was
more than had been promised. and of which as
an exhibition of what their city and its must
sians can do, they might we'll be proud