Virginian-pilot. (Norfolk, Va.) 1898-1911, 1900-06-27
SNNS OF NORFOLK on PAGES ,. 8 s. :
man, Mr.. Pollard Rives and Mr.. j. j.


The choir loft OF the church. where
the musicians sat. was decorated for
the occasion effectively with potted
palms. and softly shaded lamps added
to the pretty effect.
Previous to the musical part OF the
program Mr.. w. w. Vicar in his OPEN
ing remarks, paid many beautiful
compliments to Prof. Fitz, referring
to the many expressions of regret
heard from all classes when 1t was
made known that he would leave the
city. where he had recided for so
many years. He spoke of him as n
recognized leader in all the musical
events that had taken place in the
city, of his quickness to recognize
genius. and of the many young people
who had reason to be grateful to him.
To all lovers of music 1t was Il de-
hghtful occasion, and enjoyed by all
who were fortunate enough to be
present.
Rev. e. IL. Hatcher made some grace
full remarks saying lie could not al
low the occasion to pass without ex-
pressing his love and respect for Prof.
Fitz. after which an informal recep-
ton followed.
follows with n brief sketch of Prof.
Fits work in Norfolk appended:
Opening Remarks AIR. w. w Vicar
l. Soprano Solo-"Babylon. Watson
Miss Fannie V. Powell.
2. Duct for Soprano and Alto
"ouis est homo (stabat Mater,.
Misses Ethel Nicely and Alice oliver.
3. Soprano Solo-"Salve Regina
Miss George Richardson.
4. Wedding March-"The White
City........ .......... Newton Fitz
dedicated to Mr.. and Mrs. II. S.
R1ilpVO
Mr.. A. f. Koerner
o. Bass Solo-Air Honor and
Arms" (Sampson) $50. ....Handel
Mr.. William Richards.
6. Tenor Solo-"The City of Per
Mr. r. c. Tupman.
l. Violin Solo-'2d Polonaise Brill
iante" ......... ...... Wieniawski
Mr. Charles Borjes.
Baritone Solo-"Sunsct" 80. BUCK
Mr.. Albert II. Garrett.
Q. Soprano solo-"With Verdure
Miss Elizabeth a. Taylor.
10. Contralto Solo-"He Was De-
splsed" GAIessah) Handel
Miss Alice J. Oliver.
IL. Soprano Solo-"Hcar Ye, Isreal"
Miss Ethel Nicely.
Accompanists-Mr ]. J. Miller. Mr..
Pollard Rivcs and Mr.. A. It. Koerner.
RETROSPECTIVE.
Mr.. Fitz came to Norfolk in April.
1866. under engagement to take charge
of the choir and organ at st. Paul's L.
e. Church. That winter he organized
the Mozart Club Ca mems singing So
ciety), which continued in existence
for about twelve Years. ana gave many
notable and successful concerts; also
performance of Gilbert 6 s;ullivan's
musical version of Box and Cox" Mr.
Fitz taking one Of the principal char
acters. This WAS probably the first
production In the United States of one
OF Gilbert e Sullivan's comic operas
He was the first conductor of the st.
Cecilia Society. and afterwards for
four years the conductor of the Nor
folk and Portsmouth Oratorio Society,
giving the oratorios of Elijah and
the Redemption
The magnificent choir OF the Moody
and Sankey meetings, under his direc-
ton. will never be forgotten by those
who heard it.
The thoughtful idea of this farewell
recital to Prof. Fitz origna Ted with
Mrs. L M. Allen. who has for many
years been one of his pupils
The ushers on this occasion were Mr.
Davie Coates, Mr.. Willard NIcCihee. of
the First Baptist Church choir. and
MIR. John Moore and Mr.. Lewis Guy.
pupils of Mr.. Fitz. The door keepers
were Mr.. VIM. Grubb Mr.. Guy, and
Mr.. Norris.
The decorations were furnished by
Mr.. l.. c.. Blck, and the piano was
donated for the occasion by NIesars.
Ames & Burke.