The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1893-04-05


Miss Edith Coe. pianist. and Miss Lena Walter
vocal teacher. was listened to by .large mum
ber of invited guests. at the shome of Miss Coe
on North Chestnut St.. Saturday afternoon.
While little can be said of such entertainments
by the non professional critic in a newspaper
of general local purposes, they have much
themselves to say to the public, and few matters
of press notice are more suggestive of instruct
i've and profitable reflection. lThe appearance
of SO large company of amateurs manifesting
such earnest spirit aud hearty emulation, and
the evident devotion of each one to higher at.
tainments in the two artistic felds.e were of
themselves inspiring and gratifying The cul-
ture of the higher attributes and the develop
ment of genius are labors Wit ally interesting TO
the thoughtful and appreciative. and that
which aims at bringing out the treasures Of
harmony is transcended by none in the scope
of its refined usefulness. The elevating fnfiu-
ences of music make it a matter of profound
satisfaction to realize the general attention be.
ing paid to its best and truest realization. and
the performanc in subject gave the best utter
ance to its own teachings. Music is looked
upon with far greater tavor than formerly, as
an integral part of liberal education. land is
sensibly viewed in its practical qualities as well
as its esthetical elegancies. The following is
Little Pansy Waltz lKraemer
Flora King and Sadie E McManns.
Mazurka .;........... .Lichner
Amber D. Bierce
Etude ......-. Ouvenoy
Flora King,
Moonlight. Music, Love and Flowers, Barnett
Olive A. Coe and Nellie P. Rumbaugh.i
Spinnliedchen en......................El .Ellmenreich
susie E. smith and Emma M. walter. ''Hf
Gaily Chant the Summer Birds. Pima
Nina King.
Dance hustique, ......:;.;........-. i Beaumont
Emma s. Stuart.
Jessie L. Rumbaugh,
OF Thee I'm TeIlis TTeIlHeiPg P Rnmbsns5 strelezki
(a) Sesen alta. Moszkowski
- Anna B Waterman. SSH
" When Birds in Song". ..Tagliafico
Olive A, Coe,
(al Lies Deux Alouettes.' Leschetizky
Mabel Phillips.
The piano duett by Flora King and Sadie e.
McMands was remarkably well rendered for so
young performers.
Amber D. Bierce rendered somewhat more
difficult selection. and played in excellent
touch and taste,
Flora King is bright, progressive little per-
former. who has great capabilities and brigh hit
future
The vocal duett by Misses Olive A Coe and
Nellie P Rumbaugh was thoroughly enjoyed
Both young ladies possess voices of pleasing
power and sweetness Their tones are pure
enunciatien distinct, expression fine. and the il
| voices charmingly adapted to each other. Their
solo selections called out the cxcellencies OF
u raj powers that only require little additional
time and culture to develop1nto the best attain
| ments of the song art ~
William j, Allen. a lad of ten or twelve years
showed remarkable acquaintance with the
| requirements of the true pianist. His time was
especially noticeable, and he had clear. strong
touch that gave a wonderful individuality Il
his playing
Susie E. Smith and NINA NJ. W alter rendered
their duette in musical accord and demonstr tied
! a faithful application to the art
Miss Nina King has an even. well modulateG
| voice. and sings in realistic Interpretation o
sentiment Her runs were especially good
her voice gliding from tone to tone in unbroke
smoothness.
Miss Emma Stuart gives decided character t
her playing and brings out each note clear tan
distinct.
Miss Jessie L. Rumbaugh discovered the re
quirements of very superior pianist. She is
true artist of very correct execution.
Anna B. Waterman delighted her hearer
with her skill and complete control OF the kew
board. Her playing has the distinctive mer
of being easy and natural. and therefore yer
expressive. She performs with an ease an
grace possible only to those born to the musics
manor"
i Miss Mabel Phillips concluded the entertain
ment with an exquisite number. Herteehniqut
1 conception and execution are very superio
and her progress has been attended with aimo
: perfection at every step. Her playing Wa
d complete. She left nothing to be. wished fo
: nothing to be supplied. She certainly has
: splendid genius.
d Each performer merited the applause recei
It ed and the compliments expressed. Misses CO
and Walter have reason to be prond of the
classes and to feel gratiied in the Iexcelle
progress of their pupils.