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MUSICAL COURIER
(1) NEVADA VAN DER VEER,
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(2)	REED MILLER
tenor.
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(3)	MARY POTTER
contralto.
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(4) GITLA ERST INN coloratura soprano.
(5) GERTRUDE NICHOLAS, contralto.

May 11, 1922
Regneas Studio Makes Fine Contribution to Music Week
case and cordiality. She had to leave hurriedly to make the train for Harrisburg, where she is billed as a star at the Harrisburg festival.
The only soprano appearing was little Gitla Erstinn, an attractive personality with a voice of unusual promise. Her numbers included some of the most difficult music in the colorature repertory, and she “scaled the heights” not only in pitch, but also in artistry. Miss Erstinn sings a high D and E flat without “batting an eyelash.” Her roulades, cadenzas and trills are sung with abandon and “savoir faire” that hold the listener. Her low voice, for so flexible and lyric an organ, is round and warm beyond the ordinary. Her legato and consistent coloring of the voice are the product of a well balanced attitude.
When the long, flexible figure of Gertrude Nicholas made its way through the crowd to the platform to sing the aria “O My Heart Is Weary” (“Nadeshda”), the mind reverted to Dame Clara Butt, who so recently visited us. As tall, if not more so, is Miss Nicholas, and still in the “teens,” with promise and activity before her. What an organ and what possibilities. As one listened and recalled experiences in various studios, the long held philosophy that there is no such thing as “luck” was momentarily shaken. What fortunate circumstance that such an instrument should be under the guidance and tuition of such a master as Regneas ! What heartaches will be spared and future disappointments prevented by having kept before her the “real” and the “worthwhile” instead of the artificial and the superficial ! Volume and beauty, ease and force and the many attributes of good vocal art and interpretation go hand in hand with this young “beginner,” who has spent only one winter in New York. Miss Nicholas will be one of the fortunates to accompany Mr. Regneas to the woods of Maine and work with him all summer, an opportunity the worth of which cannot be measured.
Harry Hirt presided at the piano for Miss Potter, Miss Erstinn and Miss Nicholas. His work carried the earmarks of the experienced musician, his accompaniments were sym-
When Joseph Regneas announces a performance at his studio, it is the signal for a general outpouring of discriminating music spirits. Those who have learned to appreciate the beautiful and sincere in the art of song go to hear something worth while and are never disappointed.
On the program which took place May> 3 the names of several foremost American singers appeared. The first number was “Siegmund’s Love Song” (“Walküre”), rendered by Reed Miller, whose name is known in all musical homes. After Mr. Miller’s singing of songs by Hammond and Lily Strickland, Mr. Regneas was overheard to remark: “There is no tenor for the ‘Messiah’ and the Negro spirituals like Reed Miller.” A wide call between the two, one would say, but as Mr. Miller interprets them they are on one common platform. Mr. Regneas’ opinion of Mr. Miller’s interpretative ability for this genre of work is very high.
The singing of Nevada Van der Veer, the well known American contralto, with its “sweeping enthusiasm,” created a furore. Her rendering of Brangaene’s call from “Tristan and Isolde,” the Erda scene from “Die Walküre” and the scene and aria from “Shanewis” displayed the acme of true vocal art and musicianly interpretation. Such wealth and beauty of tone and breadth of style is heard rarely off the operatic stage, and seldom in vocal studios.
Louise Hubbard, announced to contribute two groups, was suddenly summoned from the city, and her place was taken by Mary Potter, contralto, who received a hearty welcome from her many friends as the new Mrs. Walter Trustram Armstrong.	״
Mrs. Potter-Armstrong sang the aria, “Strida la Vampa” (“II Trovatore”) and “My Love Is a Muleteer” (Di Nogero). The singing of this young artist, who has experienced a meteoric ascent in the stellar world of singers, improves with each hearing. The voice is becoming more beautiful and ingratiating, a greater abandon of style helping much to bring out its beauty, and the entire personality is becoming more beautiful, an example of poise, strength,
CONCERT ANNOUNCEMENTS
CHICAGO SINGVEREIN
William Boeppler, Conductor
GALA CONCERT
Auditorium Theatre, Sunday May 14th, 3.15 P.M.
Anna Burmeister, Soprano Verna Lean, ־ Mezzo Mark Oster, - Baritone G. Magnus Schuetz, Bass
Chorus of Two Hundred and Fifty
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pathetically played. Helen Huit, a newcomer, who has been connected with the Regneas studio this winter, played for Mme. Van der Veer and Mr. Miller; she showed great promise and with matured years and experience she will unquestionably develop into a splendid accompanist, for she has a splendid touch, is sympathetic and never mars by “overplaying.”
For the scribe the task is easy to chronicle the accomplishments and shortcomings of singers and players, but it cannot be told in cold type how beautifully pleasant is the atmosphere of these busy studios. The writer has many times attended the various presentations made by Joseph Regneas, ranging from simple pupil recitals, song recitals by young singers and by experienced artists, to grand opera performances. Nothing, however, not even a jolly New Year’s eve reception, seems to diminish the unusual wholesomeness, the comfortable spirit of welcome, good fellowship, kindness and generosity which pervades without unduly intruding the large, roomy house, completely given over to these occasions. Mrs. Regneas, who charmed many large audiences with her beautiful art as Sara Anderson, is a most gracious hostess, stately, beautiful and graceful, with her voice as lovely as always. She remains the central figure of attractiveness.
Mrs. Francis Moore presided at the tea table and Mrs. Callaway John at the punch bowl, while m,any young and attractive ladies helped serve the large party, which included many prominent singers, conductors and composers.
Audience of 800 Hears Brandorff Pupil
An audience of about 800 was on hand for the concert given in the Columbia High School Auditorium, South Orange, N. J., on the evening of 26, under the auspices of the South Orange Lodge of Elks. One of the features of the program was the singing of fifteen-year-old Ethel Rabe, coloratura soprano, with Carl Brandorff, her teacher, at the piano. The young artist was heard in operatic selections as well as lighter numbers, and scored a decided success because oi the very artistic manner in which each selection was given.
Moiseiwitsch in Victor Catalogue
Within a short time the name of Benno Moiseiwitsch will appear in the catalog of the Victor Talking Machine Company. Further announcement of the Victor records by this pianist, who has achieved such a remarkable success both in this country and in Europe, will be made to the public in the usual way as soon as the records are ready to be placed on sale. Moiseiwitsch’s next tour in this country commences in October next.
Fine Concert at City College
The Oratorio Society of New York gave a fine performance of “St. Matthew’s Passion” in the Great Hall of the City College on the evening of May 4 with the following soloists: Caryl Bensel, soprano; Mary Allen, contralto; Harvey Hindermyer, tenor; Edgar Fowlston, baritone, and John Boschen, bass. Albert Stoessel conducted, Frederick Shattuck was at the piano, and Phillip James at the organ.
OPPORTUNITIES
STUDIO PART TIME—Beautiful, very large studio, with concert grand piano, can be secured for part time by day or hours. Central location. Address “L. M. G.” care Musical Courier, 437 Fifth Avenue, New York
A TALENTED, refined Jewish girl wishes to receive musical education from competent pianoforte teacher (Jewish) in return for her services. Address “J. S,” care Musical Courier, 437 Fifth Avenue, New York.
FOR RENT, whole or part time, large, well furnished studio on third floor (elevator) ; two pianos; telephone. Apply any day but Sunday, 2-5 p. m., to Miss J. R. Cathcart, 27 West 57th Street. Telephone : Plaza 5859.
TWO ENGLISH GIRLS, violinist and cellist, graduates of Royal Conservatory of Music, London, England, are seeking summer engagement. Have had experience in concert, stage and hotel work both in England and America. Address “G. S. K.,” care Musical Courier Co., 437 Fifth Ave., New York.
A PIANIST, teacher and composer of reputation, now successfully located in a Western city, would like to become associated with a well established school of music, or with music department of one of the larger colleges in the East. Address “P. T. C.,” care Musical Courier, 437 Fifth Avenue, New York.
MASSIVE STUDIO—Louis XV tapes-tried walls, elegantly furnished, concert, grand piano; kitchen, bedroom and bath. Suitable for music or dancing. Central location near Fifth Avenue. Will sublet May to September. Tel. Flatbush 815-W between 9-10 a. m., 6-7 p. m., for information.
WANTED—Address of Fay Cord, soprano, formerly of Boston, is desired. Address “F. O. R.,” care of Musical Courier, 437 Fifth Avenue, New York.
MUSIC TEACHER WANTED—Address United States Civil Service Commission, Washington, D. C., before May 31, 1922.
FOR RENT.—In Richmond Hill, residential section, two large rooms on first floor, bath. Suitable for studio purposes ; Steinway Parlor Grand. Private detached house, convenient to all electric trains. Will make any necessary adjustments. Whole or part time. Phone, Cunningham, 3768-W, Richmond Hill, or care Musical Courier, 437 Fifth Avenue, New York.
A SINGER and INSTRUCTOR of international reputation is looking for a position as head of the vocal or operatic department of a school in New York or vicinity. Address “P. H. C.,” care Musical Courier, 437 Fifth Avenue, New York.
VANDERBILT STUDIOS, NEW YORK Mrs. Mabel Duble-Scheele, proprietor. Branches at 37-39-41 West Ninth and 125 East 37th Streets. Large and small, strictly modern studios in efficiently conducted buildings. Reliable hall and telephone service, with available maid service. Furnished studios with Steinway grand pianos reserved on part time basis at hourly rate. Teachers, students, and visitors coming to New York for the summer will find a number of furnished studios available, with or without pianos. Office, 41 West Ninth Street, near Fifth Avenue. Telephone Stuyvesant 1321.
DIRECTOR WANTED—There is an opening in a school in the West for a teacher of theory, harmony and composition, to act as associate director. A man who understands organization, has executive ability, and has had some experience in school work. The position is a good one for the right man. All applications will be kept confidential. Address “R. N. H.,” care Musical Courier, 437 Fifth Avenue, New York.
FOR RENT.—In Carnegie Hall, beautifully furnished studio with use of Grand Piano, for teaching, residence or both; four months from May 22. References required. Address “B. L. C.” care Musical Courier, 437 Fifth Avenue, New York.
SUMMER SUGGESTION
An ideal spot for musicians. Rest and recreation in an atmosphere of refinement at Birch Villa and Camps, Bryant Pond, Lake Christopher, Maine.
62 miles north of Portland, on Grand Trunk Railroad.
Open June 1 to November 1.
Every possible diversion.
Best available food from own farms. Detailed information from Mrs. F. S. Wiske, 24 Park Place, Newark, N. J.
A Phonograph Recording Laboratory has added a new department to their activities and can offer to musical artists a personal phonograph record of their own work for a nominal charge. $35.00 will cover recording and one dozen records. For particulars address Person1״ Phonograph Record Dept., care of Electric Recording Laboratories, Inc., 210 Fifth Avenue, New York.