Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-01-21
IN sICAL CIRCLES
The Choral Society's Move for a New
Music Hall
HOwsSuch Desirable Result May Be
Accomplishments Y. Nj. @.
A. Orchestra.

A. Orchestra.
AS Is well known, the Choral Society has
for its aim, besides the -endering of the
highest form of sacred music in the most
perfect manner. the building of home for
itself and for other musical societies in the
District, too. Already several propositions
have been made to erect such a home, and
plans of building have been submitted
which would be admirably adapted to the
uses Of the society for rehearsal purposes
and for its officers in the transaction OF Its
business. The location Of the ground CT
fered, however, has, in nearly every in
stance, not been desirable, and so nothing
has yet resulted that would give hope of
an early erection of the character of home
that was at first contemplated
But a recent proposition has been made
to the board of directors that seems to
promise the accomplishment of the object
desired, and in larger sense than has
heretofore been contemplated. What an
organization like the Choral Society needs
at its concerts is good organ. Even
full orchestra cannot always supply the
place of an organ, and there are times
when this instrument would be even bet
ter than an orchestra. Last spring the So
ciety was encouraged by the Convention
Hall management to hope that fine organ
would be put in that hall. but the talk re-
suited in nothing. Now it is proposed to
purchase some ground that is very central
ly located and to erect a music hall which
shall be capable of holding about 900
people. In this hall shall be an organ OF
sufficient power to be available for accom-
paniments. to choruses. In the building
also there Is to be a smaller hall Tor re-
hearsal purposes. and rooms for commit,
tees and for a library. 1t Is contemplated
that a building such as is proposed can be
erected. including the cost of the land, for
500, 900. The site proposed Is centrally TO-
Gated and in every way desirable, just
sufficiently removed from the business por-
ton of the city. 1t is believed that there IS
a sufficient number of people Of means IN
the District who could be induced to take
an interest in the erection OF such music
hall, which Is so much needed In WASH
ington, and that q stock company can De
formed that will undertake the enterprise.
A committee has been appointed to look
into the matter.
The rehearsals for the Redemption are
progressing. and it Is expected that the
rendition of this oratorio Of Gounod will be
one of the best performances that the
chorals have ever given. The sololsts, as
has already been stated, Will be taken from
the ranks of local singers, and most OF
them have already been selected. Prefer
ence has been given, of course. to members
of the Choral Society, and the examining
committee that tested the voices ana de-
termined upon the successful candidates
were surprised at the number of excellent
voices that the society contained.
Those who wish to assist in good char
ity and at the same time spend most en-
joyable evening, will not fail to be present
at the concert to be given at ST. Johns
Parish Hall on next Thursday evening, I'M
der the management or Prof Mama: Inc
program includes selections by the Euter-
pean Club, two acts from Don PaSquale,
in costume, and songs by Messrs. MacFar-
land and Meem. and Miss Mary Helen
Howe. 1t Is hoped that the efforts CT the
young people of ST. Johns Will be reward
ed by large audience.
The orchestra OF the Young Mems Chris
tian Association is now thoroughly organ
ICED for this seasons work, ana Is unoer
the efficient leadership Of Prof. E. A. LoVy,
who is laboring diligently to Guido any pre-
yious effort. The orchestra comprises
twenty-four pieces, and amongst it's mem-
hers may be found musicians of consider
able local repute. Prof. Lovy, the leader,
now one and a half years in this city, Is a
graduate of the Imperial Conservatory of
Prague, Bohemia. and Is thoroughly COLI
versant with the harmony, theory and COM
position of music. The secretary and treas
urer of the Y. NJ. c.. A Orchestra Is Mr..
M. M. Bartlett, who Is well known in this
city Mr. ]. H. Eisenbeiss Is the concert
master. So far. this season, the orchestra
has played at several public entertainments,
where it has earned considerable apprecia-
ticn The orchestra consists Of the follow
ing persons: Violins, Messrs. A. Becker,
j. Becker, Leon Coen, Emile David. j: H
Eisenbeiss, David Gatti. Harry Click, Phil
Phillips, w. Roome, H. J. Strasburger;
viola, NJ. NJ Bartlett; cello. w. Phillips:
D bass, w. C. Brown; flute, b. Becker and
L. Fahnestock: clarionets. r. II. Mitchell
and H. P. Orem; comets. Dr. Nnenderrer'
DIR. Swatworn, Clarke Green; trombone. c.
H. Henney; horn, Benz. Gottwals; drums,
H G. Simms. The pianist is Miss Mary
Becker, an excellent performer. The re-
hearsals take place every Monday night at
the Y. NJ. G. A. parlors.
The GEORGETOWN Orchestra Is actively re-
hearsing for its second concert under the
able leadership of it's conductor. Mr. Her.
man Rakemann. The first concert was a
pronounced success, and was generally coz
sidered to be the most satisfactory that
this organization has ever given. Mr..
Rakemann intends that the next program
shall be even better, as his aim is to have
each succeeding concert superior TO that
which preceded It,
Already there Is an active competition
for the leadership of the orchestra for the
rev theater that Is being built on the site
of the old Blaine mansion. There are many
applicants from this city, and musicians
in New York, Philadelphia, Baltimore and
Boston are anxious to assume charge OF
the music in the new place of amusement.
Mr.. AIbaugh has not yet, 1t Is understood,
made his selection, although 1t Is said that
he desires to secure the services of local
leader. 1t is hoped that when the orches-
ira Is formed it will be such as is worthy
of the national capital and the large num-
Der of music-loving people that are regu-
lar attendants at the theater 1t should be
of not less than twenty performers, so That
works of the best compos ers can be intel
ngently and effectively interpreted: The
orchestra of from six to twelve players
has been in existence long enough here.
and a Washington theater should have as
good body Of musicians as are found in
the places of amusement of other metro
poltan cities.
A series of organ recitals is contemplated
at the Church of the Covenant, the first Of
which will take place next Saturday after
noon. The organ at this church is an I'M
usually fine instrument and Mr.. Toof Is a
performer of superior merit. He will dis
play not only the resources of the organ
but demonstrate his ability to interpret
some of the best works Of the most noted
composers. Mr.. T. Williams Pearman, the
precentor of the church, will sing several
selections, and he will be assisted by Miss
Mary Helen Howe, soprano 1t is believed
that these recitals will greatly interest the
music loving portion of the congregation
and will appeal to the general public.
LEXINGTON ROADS ANSWER.