The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1895-09-10
REEVE JONES RECITAL.
Played In brilliant Style nt the First
Welsh Baptist Church.

Welsh Baptist Church.
Music. like the morning light. needs
no apology for going forth, for the suf-
ticicnt reason that 1t is music. Music
brightens the multitudes with its com
cord of sweet sounds" Perhaps in no
section of our city is there a more
general and sympathetic appreciation
of music than on the West Side. This
was fully eXemplified last evening by
the crowded house that assembled and
greeted Reeve Jones, the painstaking
pianist who interpreted the works of
the new and old masters at the First
Welsh Baptist church on South Main
avenue. Every seat was occupied, and
many of the leading people of the CEN
tral city We're among those who made
up the large and distinguished au-
dience.
The instrument used upon this occa-
sion was the Weber Concert grand, a
magnificent piano. both in quality and
resonance of tone. which was shipped
purposely by the great firm. through
Guernsey Brothers for this concert. The
concert, from an artistic point of view,
many magnificent musical interprcta-
tions that have been given from time
to time in this city.
Mr.. Jones' wonderful manipulation
of the great instrument was that OF
the born genius and genuine artist. In
every touch there was divine inspira-
tion, and u beautiful combination OF
keen intelligence. artistic skill and Il
genuine love of theme; an enchantment
that was sublime. and a power most
thrilling in its effect. He possesses q
remarkable command of the finger
board, and his technique IL developed
to an unusual degree.
His brilliant performance or the
"Rhapsodie Hongroise," by the great
Lizt. fully demonstrated his wonder
full capabilities of wide comprehension.
and gifted student of the great mas
ters, whose works cannot be forgotten.
They awaken memories that are al
ways tenderly cherished. His per-
formance of this masterpiece abounded
with the soul of the inspired and i'm
mortal author. This, we believe, was
the greatest effort Of the evening. 1t
had a charm and power that could not
be disputed.
No performance carried the audience
to higher pitch I'm the realms of en-
thusiasm than his charming perform
ance of his own delightful composition
entitled Fantasia on Welsh Melody
"Hen Wlad fy Nhadau"-which Is soon
to be published and copyrighted. This,
undoubtedly. will place him in promi-
nent position among the famous wri-
ters Of pianoforte music.
The other selections played by Mr..
Jones, "The Valse de'Concert," polish
Dance" Butterfly" Brook" March
de Concert" "Pasquinade" and Home,
Sweet Home" We're executed In the
highest form of art which displayed the
finest achievement of musical genius.
In his selections there was something
for every mood of mind and heart
for the joy that clamors for express
sion in melody and the sorrow that Is
soothed by the mysterious influence Of
music" In his hands the piano is an
instrument of many chords, keyed to
perfect harmony.
Mr.. Jones was assisted by ]. w.
Jones, basso. and Mrs. O'Brien. Mr..
Jones was in excellent voice. and he
sang with his wonted intelligence and
trained voice was justly admired. His
selections were: "The Angel at the
Window" and my Resting Place"
Both efforts were loudly applauded
Mrs. O'Brien was also In splendid
voice. and her efforts fully sustained
her reputation. She scored a genuine
triumph in both her efforts.
To conclude the programme Mr..
Jones played a selection on the pipe
organ. The effects produced were
marvellous as well as many. The pre-
vailing opinion of the connoiseurs pres
ent was that Mr.. Jones is a great artist,
his Interpretation most correct. refined,
artistic, and the execution brilliant
He is great player, with great possi-
bilitieS in store.