" His Master's Voice' ' reach a new and charming subject given out by the 'cello and accompanied by the short chords of the strings. 'Cello.--ý-.- ___ ý-----ý ýp -ý__- st r--- ýQ -ý N. -ý- -!- 40-40- -- ý =g- o
This is followed by new matter in the Ali.aicr ey.
P -y- etc. which works up into a glorious finale. A magni- ficent performance of the " Ruy Blas," conducted by Mr. Landon Ronald with insight and with spirit. (Speed 81.) ' THE following Records i bvfhr. No.o Svn, ' nkn..v Orchestra are already Published by Breilkoj6f flirlel. i issued. 12-inch Records, Es. 6d. " Overture Weber 0717 "Peer Gynt" Suite 0724 Oberon" (a) Morning ... Grieg 0718 "Peer Gynt' Suite y 'ROM Weber's last Opera, (h) Death of Ase G,i, for 0719 "Peer Gynt" Suite which was written (c) Anitra's Dance performance at his visit 0720 "Per Gynt" Suite England. This (d) In the Hall of the to record com- Mountain King Grder mences with the Allegro, 0701 "Leonora" Overture beginning the familiar (No. 3), Part I 6rctlmvrn with 0702 "Leonora" Overtur rushing passages for strings. (No. 3), Part II I th,'ra This is followed by the lovely 0703 " Leonora" Overture for (No. 3), Part I I I htrtkne. u movement wood wind, 0681 "Midsummer Night's Dream "-Scherzo,l which transports us at once /endc/sselua into fairyland, this page being 0682 " Figaro " Overture1/ncart superbly given by the players Orches- 0683 Finlandia- Sym- of the New Symphony phonic Po_m Silc/n,s tra, the instrumental tone-colour "His Master's Voice''
being exquisitely reproduced. The finale again is in Weber's most brilliant and melodic vein, and receives finished treatment from this celebrated orchestra. (Speed 81.) Published by Breitkopf & Hirtel.
MAYFAIR ORCHESTRA. (Conducted by Mr. F. Wood, Shaftesbury Theatre.)
10-inch Record, 3s. 6d.
G.C. 831 " La Mousm46 " Dance Wood
HE new musical play at the " Shaftesbury " brings a new word into the vocabulary. A very quaint and Japanesy dance, soft and dreamy, and altogether captivating. Something really new. (Speed 81.) Published by Chappell & Co.
GOTTLIEB'S ORCHESTRA. (Conducted by Herr Gottlieb.)
12-inch Record, 5s. 6d.
0727 Reviens Waltz (Come back to me) Fragson-Christine
HIS Valse is notable not only for its fresh, fragrant melodies, but also for its fine tone, the strings being especially sweet and telling. An exceptionally fine valse record. (Speed 80.) Published by Hopwood S>' Crew. .Isherber; , THE BAND OF H.M. COLDSTREAM GUARDS. (Conducted by Lieut. Dr. J. Mackenzie
12-inch Records, Ss. 6d. 0352" Quaker Girl," Selection I. Monckton 0353" Quaker Girl," Selection II. Monckton
AVOURITE numbers from Mr. George Edwardes' latest musi- cal play, clearly and daintily played on two discs, the numbers being given in delightfully varied fashion. (Speed 81.) Lieut. Mackenzie Rogan.
HE Intermezzo is always of a bright, piquant type in moderate time. The opening of this on a low staccato of the clarionets is very catchy, and this is interspersed with wilder strains which add much to the effectiveness of so clever a number. (Speed 80.)
Published by Mills, New York. "His Master's Voice
Mr. EVAN WILLIAMS (Tenor). 12-inch Record (Violet Label), 6s. 6d. Lohengrin's Narrative (" Lohengrin ") Wagner 'HIS solo from the last act of Wagner's Opera contains the famous Narration, wherein the Knight of the Grail reveals his name ere he departs from Brabant for ever. The tone is singularly smooth and even all through, Evan Williams rousing himself for a supreme effort on the more exacting portions, notably at the cli- max, " My father Parsifal, gloriously reigneth." The silvery quality of the voice makes this an ideal Lohengrin performance. (Speed 81.)
Mr. GERVASE ELWES (Tenor). 10-inch Record, 3s. 6d. G.C. 4-2195 (a) To Daisies Quilter (b) Song of the Blackbird Quilter COUPLE of fresh and artistic songs by Roger Quilter, for the performance of which we are much indebted to Mr. Gervase Elwes. " To Daisies" is a pretty love song, in which the singer secures a beautiful light tone, followed by some striking crescendos, the closing passages being infused with magnificent feeling. "The Song of the Blackbird" is an exceptionally fine song, which goes with a rush that sweeps all before it, the accompaniment being wonderfully brilliant. (Speed 81.) Published by Boosey r' Co. Mr. JOHN HARRISON (Tenor). 10-inch Record, 3s. 6d. G.C. 4-2196 The sweetest flower that blows Hawley HIS short song is a gem of its kind, and Mr. John Harrison, who is always effective, manages to get the maximum of sweetness out of its rich, tender strains. This is especially so in the second verse, where the phrase : " For you it is a rose, For me it is my heart," is given with exquisite ex- pression. (Speed 81.) Photo Aasseil t Soo Published h),Johtz Church Co. John Harrison.
Mr. STEWART GARDNER (Baritone). 10-inch Record, 3s. 6d. G.C. 4-2194 The Skipper of St. IvesRoeckel
RICH sailor's yarn, ýý somewhat of a warn- ` ing, by the way, to gossiping wives. It is very cleverly sung by Mr. Stewart Gardner, with vivid dramatic point, his "clackety clack" being most amusingly de- livered. (Speed 81.)
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Mr. PERCY WHITEHEAD (Baritone). 10-inch Records, 3s. 6d. Eldorado Walthew
POETIC theme which has been treated with insight by the com- poser. The brisk swinging theme, descriptive of the knight, and the dreamy harmonies which tell of his quest are exquisitely com- bined. This song is given by Mr. Percy Whitehead with that imaginative power characteristic of the singer, who strikes a thrilling mysti- cal note on the lines : -
" Over the mountains of the moon Down the valley of the shadow." (Speed 80.) Published by Boosey & Co.
G.C. 4-2200 The Gentle Maiden Somervell
RRESISTIBLE old Irish melody, which has been popularised by Mr. Plunkett Greene. It is here sung by the new baritone, Mr. Percy Whitehead, with a charming ease and grace, and cannot fail to please. (Speed 80.) Published by Cramer -" Co. Mr. CHAS. TREE (Baritone). 10-inch Record, 3s. 6d. G.C. 4-2197 Phil the Fluter's Ball Percy French R. CHAS. TREE'S songs usually tell a story, and in this he describes a ball of the old- fashioned sort, with a super- abundance of detail, its uproarious fun being indicated by the chorus:- "But the toots and the flutes and the twiddle of the fiddle 0, Hopping in the middle like a herring on the griddle 0." The performance is an un- Ltd. flagging one. (Speed 80.) Langher, Charles Tree. Published by Pigott -- Co., Dublin.
Mr. PETER DAWSON(Bass).
12-inch Record, 5s. 6d. 02372 Marna Oliver EW and taking love song which is likely to prove a big hit. Peter Dawson's beautiful voice sounds better than ever, and the touches of light and shade are splendidly managed; the broad sweep of the refrain- " Oh Marna, beloved ! " being the chief effect of this Photo M. Shad, ell Clerke. fine song. (Speed 81.) Published by f.. fL Larwav & Co. "His Master's Voice
Caruso aJ lese two of the most orplished and admired singers of our It will be at once apparent to the critical usician that the records were made with Carus the exceptionally fine voice resultant from t rest he took last year, immediately after which records were made. j La Forza tl Destino Signor Enrico Caruso.
2-054027 Part I. " Invano, Alvaro." 2-054028 Part 11. " Le minaccie i fieri accenti." N the beautiful the Alvaro - Signor CARUSO. Carlos " Signor AMATO. cantabile which opens second part, Alvaro asks his erstwhile comrade's pardon, Carlos " The Force Destiny " is that two ý--yHE motive of of of growing still more angry, as with biting words he to in a men, strangers one another, sworn enemies endeavours to stir up the other to combat. This scene is family feud, meet and become who, unknowingly, movingly dramatic, the quick peremptory exclamations of In duet from fast friends and comrades. another the same Carlos being given with masterful energy by Amato, and friendship is indicated. work, " Solonelle in quest ora," this the delicious upper notes of Caruso being heard in the In the present score, however, from the last act of the opera, melting phrase-" finding mutual identities have been discovered. Carlos, 0 fratel, pieta, pieta demands he fight duel, the Alvaro in a monastery, that a Carlos at last gains his end, the other being stung to the he the tones of defiance with which offers other weapons, quick, and the duet closes in tones of mutual defiance as being by the and will take no denial, vigorously rendered they rush off to the duel on the words- baritone. Alvaro, now a penitent, who has renounced the < Madame EDNA THORNTON (Contralto). 12-inch Record, 5s. 6d. 03265 Angus MacDonald Roeckel t N this favourite contralto ballad, telling of a distant battle, and a lover's vic- torious return, Madame Edna Thornton's command of such superb vocal tones easily secures the fullest measure of effect. The " Oh, Angus, my own, in the camp over sea, I'm waiting and longing and praying for thee " are given with wonderful sympathy, and the stirring conclusion, with its realistic musical effect, is strikingly and brilliantly realised. (Speed 81.) Published by Chappell &' Co. Mr. FRANCIS MACMILLEN. 12-inch Record, 5s. 6d. 07970 Romance from D minor Concerto Wieniawski IENIAWSKI, born 1835, died 1880, wrote little for his instrument, but that little is cf high quality, and is much played. This rich " Ro- mance ' from his 2nd con- certo is written mainly for the lower strings of the violin- Francis Macmillen. }f -ýiý ý ý and is played with a fine broad tone and romantic feeling by Macmillen. It is one of the best violin records he has given us. (Speed 80.) Published by S 'CELLO. Mr. JACQUES RENARD. 10-inch Record, 3s. 6d. G.C. 7884 Melodie Massenet (With Organ accompaniment.) ASSENET'S " Melo- die" is subdued and pensive, and given with the full beauty of style which belongs to this accom- plished 'cellist. The organ and 'cello here make an ex- ceedingly restful combination, in which nothing is allowed to disturb the prevailing note of repose. (Speed 80.) Published by Schott s' Co. 12-inch Record, 5s. 6d. 02371 A wee Deoch an' Doris 1 T is not everyone who knows 1, what a "Wee Deoch an' Doris" is-or rather, who would recognise the familiar in- vitation of which these words form an essential part. How- ever, good as all Scotsmen hold it to be it is best of all as this song by Harrv Lauder, is which ¢''°""`11 justly proclaimed on all sides as . one of his very best. (Speed 81.) Harry Lauder. Mr. NELSON JACKSON 10-inch Record, 3s. 6d. G.C. 4-2199 In 1950 N December, Mr. Nelson Jackson took us back, by song on Record No. 4-2183, to the period "When Richard the First sat on the Throne." He is certainly a man of extremes, in one respect at any rate, for he sings for us now an equally humorous pic- ture of the Year 1950. It behoves everybody to hear this Record. To some it will show what they may expect when they get to this year of grace, and to those who do not count on getting there it will give a hilarious outline of what they will have missed. (Speed 81.) Published by Reynolds- Co. Miss MARGARET COOPER. 12-inch Record, 5s. 6d. 03264 Dreamlana Garstin ISS MARGARET COOPER has never made a more de- lightful record. She sings this little ballad-of tender melody and words- with that inimitable charm and daintiness for which she is so famous ; one delicious effect following another up to a fitting climax which caps them all. (Speed 81.)Published Miss Margaret Cooper. by Chappell & Co. "His Master's Voice" Mr. ALFRED LESTER, 12-inch Record, 5s. 6d. 01060 The Scene-shifter's Lament 4f F all the countless monologues devised to excite our risible faculty, there is surely not one to rival Mr. Alfred Lester's " Scene - shifter's Lament." Both his previous Records, No. 01048, " A Restaurant Episode," and No. 01051, " The Hairdresser," were received with exceptional enthusiasm. This Record should find a place in the Library of all Gramophone users who can enjoy four- minute laughs. (Speed 81.) Miss JEAN AYLWIN. 10-inch Record, 3s. 6d. G.C. 3905 Mary Marmalade McDonald & Williams HE quaint style and humour of Miss Jean Aylwin's first Record (No. 03261), " He's awfu' guid tae me," met with such wide-spread applause that we confidently commend this further song to gramo- phone users. Mary Marma- lade is admirably suited to Miss Aylwin's voice, and gives her every opportunity, of which she takes full advan- tage, for the display of her happy sparkling voice and (Speed 81.) natural wit. Miss Jean Aylwin. "His Master's Voice" Review T is our intention to give under this heading each month a few records from our Cata- logue, various in character but individually of the highest merit. We unhesitatingly com- mend these records to your particular notice. 12-inch Record, 30s. SEXTETTE FROM "LUCIA DI LAMMERMOOR." 054205 Chi mi frina. Dozzi.ettz Cav. CARUSO, Sig. SCOTT[, Mons. JOURNET, Mdme. SEMBRICH, Mdme. SEVERINA, Sig. DADDI. HIS magnificent record of the world-famous sextette is one that once heard can never be forgotten. Rendered, as it is, by the finest possible combination of the world's greatest singers, it must live for all time as a veritable triumph of recording art. 12-inch Record, 25s. QUARTETTE FROM " RIGOLETTO." 054117 Bella figlia dell' amore. e) 1i Cav. ENRICO CARUSO, Sig. SCOTTI, Miss BESSIE ABOTT, and Mdme. LOUISE HOMER. HIS quartette is recognised by musical critics, the world over, as undoubtedly one of the, if not the very finest piece of vocal part composition ever written. One of the real gems from Opera, it is rendered by these world-famous singers in such a manner as to enthral one with its beauty. 12-inch Record, 9s. FRAULEIN FRIEDA HEMPEL. Rosine (" Barbier Sevilla") Rossini 043152 -arie von HIS lively air from Rossini's famous comic opera is one in which many celebrated singers of the past have been heard, including Patti, while in our own day the revival of this opera by Tetrazzini has added another famous name to the list. Fraulein Frieda Hempel has a phenomenally high voice, reaching with ease to the double F sharp, so that the choice of this florid air is not to be wondered at. The combination of sustained and executive passages in Rosina's air is a unique cue, and this gifted artist renders excellent account of both of them, giving the hazardous passages of the finale with complete success, and the true lightness and sparkle which are of the essence of the " Barber of Seville." In the legato passages, perhaps, the homely quality of the lieder singer is suggested, while the exceptionally high notes of the florid movements are displayed with a lavish hand, their brilliant harmonic quality contributing not a little to the success of this remarkable performance. 12-inch Record, 5s. 6d. De PACHMANN. Rondo Capriccioso, Op. 14 alcml",ssohn HIS Andante and Rondo Capriccioso is one of Mendelssohn's most admired and perfect compositions. The Rondo is an example of the fairy-like music of which its composer was so fond. The soft middle melody is also in a distinctly Mendelssohnian vein.Their exposition and development are followed by an elaborate and effective coda. Pachmann renders this with wonderful perfection of detail and extraordinary agility. He obtains also a rich musical tone from his instrument, while in the octave pas- sages of the conclusion, the pianist undoubtedly lets himself go. A masterly performance of Mendelssohn's rarely heard and favourite composition. 12-inch Record, 5s. 6d. Mr. FRANCIS MACMILLEN.lta 10-inch Record, 3s. 6d. I,- HARRY DEARTH. G.C. 4-2150 "Dear Eyes" Daisy 7lcGeoch P E words of a love song are perhaps not of extreme imortanceandp,,e ifsince thmoussuccess oeaf thf " Two Eyes of Grey," ballads concerning a lady's eyes have been rather plentiful, it does not signify very much. Meanwhile this tuneful little song is certainly one of the best of the bunch. It is begun by the versatile Harry Dearth in a mood of deepest devotion, and with a slow measured emotion which must perforce carry the listener with him. As it proceeds, the time gradually swells out, the softness of the opening contrasting finely with the richness of the climax of the lines- Sweetheart of mine, I find my answer Deep in your love-lit eyes." 12-inch Record, 5s. 6d. Miss MARGARET COOPER. 03218 "Peter " Scott-Gatty 'T"HIS'PISfull II record possesses the supreme advantage of reproducing beauty of Miss Margaret Cooper's voice. The story of "Peter," the youth with excellent morals but a most unprepossessing face, makes an extremely diverting song, while the unexpected dramatic touches, as in the lines- Peter, you and I must part, Don't despond and don't lose heart." add considerably to the humour of it. This is the finest record ever made of Miss Margaret Cooper's singing, and one that does full justice to her many rare and brilliant gifts. 12-inch Record, 5s. 6d. Miss JEAN AYLWIN. 03261 "He's awfu' guid tae me" 21IcDonald and Ij' illlams PmelodyIS talented comedienne gives here a song full of delightful and humour. Miss Jean Aylwin having made a name for herself on the Concert Platform and in musical comedy at the Gaiety, now wins the hearts of all by singing to us in our own home. Both her song and her original style of singing have all those indefinable qualities which have made Mr. Harry Lauder and his songs so universally popular. 12-inch Record, 5s. Ed. Miss CLARICE MAYNE. 03262 "Nursey, Nursey" Lee and David CLARICE MAYNE is found at her very best in MISS"Nursey, Nursey,a " melodious number full of delicate humour, with a beautiful flowing accompaniment (and well-timed interjections!) by "That." This is one of Miss Mayne's biggest successes at the Pavilion, London, and should find a place in everybody's record library. His Master's Voice l1'Hi, M8s CabinetGrand No. XIV., s recognised as the very last word in Gramophone construction. Its acoustic properties are the most perfect yet obtained. It has won its place in the homes of critical musicians, and is to be found clusiveof Music T is the Instrument which gives th, best and truest reproduction o. Melba, Caruso, Battistini, Sammarco, Clara Butt, Kirkby Lunn, Paderewski and Kubelik records. 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