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A biographical register of Australian colonial musical personnel–P (Pi-Pz)

Dr GRAEME SKINNER (University of Sydney)


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Graeme Skinner (University of Sydney), "A biographical register of Australian colonial musical personnel–P (Pi-Pz)", Australharmony (an online resource toward the early history of music in colonial Australia): https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-P-2.php; accessed 29 March 2024






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Introductory note:

The primary focus of the biographical register is musical personnel first active before the end of 1860, with a secondary focus on members of their circles - families, pupils, colleagues, and other important contacts - first active after 1860.

Beyond that, there has been no systematic attempt to deal with musical personnel first active after 1860, and the coverage is selective.

A major upgrade of the contents of this page was completed in February 2021, and newly added documentation (including genealogical data) and Trove tagging now brings the page content up to the end of 1860 close to completion.


Only such biographical information as can be confirmed from standard national databases or original documentation presented is entered at the head of each person entry in this page. Where no certain evidence of a person's birth year has yet been identified, the assumption is that we do not and cannot yet know with sufficient certainty to propose one. Years of birth or death, and sometimes also names and spellings of names, thus sourced and presented here, will often differ more or less substantially from those given (but often merely hazarded) in standard Australian and international bibliographic and biographical records.

The texts given in gold aim for the most part to be diplomatic transcriptions, wherever practical retaining unaltered the original orthography, and spellings and mis-spellings, of the printed or manuscript sources. Occasionally, however, some spellings are silently corrected (for instance, of unusual music titles and composers, to assist identification), and some orthography, punctuation and paragraphing, and very occasionally also syntax, editorially altered or standardised in the interests of consistency, clarity, and readability.




PICCO, J. A. (? John PICCO; J. A. PICCO; "the American PICCO")

Multi-instrumentalist, player on the tin whistle, violin, banjo, banjoline, African lute, musical grid-iron ("The Australian Paganini"; "The Great American Picco")

Arrived Melbourne, VIC, by November 1856 (? 10 November 1856, per Merlin, from Liverpool, 31 July, aged "21")
Active Bendigo, VIC, until July 1860

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=American+Picco+c1856-60 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

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Summary:

Reports, first of the existence, and then of the London debut season of a new prodigy, Joseph Picco, "The Blind Sardinian Minstrel", a virtuoso on the shepherd's pipe (zuffolo, also later known as the picco pipe), were circulated in the Australian press between April and September 1856.

There was even a humorous report in early November from the "London Correspondent" of Melbourne Punch that:

. . . Picco, the blind Sardinian and famous performer on the short pipe, is engaged by Jullien to accompany him to Melbourne. Jullien pays the piper in advance, and finds him tobacco for the term of his engagement . . .

The first appearances of "the great American Picco", a performer on the tin whistle, followed in Melbourne in November 1856. Later also billed as Mr. J. A. Picco, he continued to appear in Victoria, mainly in and around Bendigo, until the middle of 1860.

References:

"THE NEW MUSICAL PHENOMENON", The Tasmanian Daily News (23 April 1856), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article202385875 

"PICCO, THE BLIND SARDINIAN MINSTREL", The Sydney Morning Herald (26 June 1856), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12984126

"FROM OUR LONDON CORRESPONDENT", Melbourne Punch (6 November 1856), 7

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article171431445 


Documentation:

? Names and descriptions of passengers, per Merlin, for Melbourne, from Liverpool, 31 July 1856; Public Record Office Victoria

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/1635/images/30796_125451__0115-00594 (PAYWALL)

[? Jno.] Picco / 21 / [?s] . . .

[Advertisement], The Age (24 November 1856), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article154870633 

THEATRE ROYAL. Barnett's Opera of THE MOUNTAIN SYLPH. After which, the AMERICAN PICCO will perform a solo on a common whistle . . .

"THEATRE ROYAL", The Argus (24 November 1856), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article7140544 

. . . This evening "The Mountain Sylph" will be produced for the first time at this theatre; and after the opera an American double of the Sardinian Picco (whose performances upon a tin pipe have created such a sensation in England) will make his first appearance.

[Advertisement], The Age (24 November 1856), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article154870642 

THEATRE ROYAL . . . First appearance in the Colonies of the Celebrated AMERICAN PICCO.
The greatest possible Solo Performer on the COMMON WHISTLE in the world, will make his first appearance in the Colonies, having just arrived from England. The extraordinary compass of, and manipulations on, this single Instrument, have elicited the highest encomiums from the crowded audiences and the Press of England and America . . .
. . . the Celebrated AMERICAN PICCO Will perform a Solo ON A COMMON WHISTLE.
THE PICCO. - The first performer on this instrument was a Sardinian blind shepherd, who, to beguile the time while tending his sheep, had rendered himself proficient on the pipe. He was heard by chance, and induced to visit England, where his performances have caused a great sensation and excitement.
THE AMERICAN PICCO combines Musical Education with untiring practice, and has brought it to a perfection surpassing the original.
THE INSTRUMENT. - On a piece of common tin, with six holes in it, he will produce the most wonderful sounds, many passages with a brilliancy of touch and execution equal to a Nicholson on the most modern flute . . .

"PUBLIC AMUSEMENTS THIS EVENING", The Age (27 November 1856), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article154870613 

THEATRE ROTAL. Benefit of MR. FARQUHARSON - Balfe's Opera of THE BOHEMIAN GIRL. The AMERICAN PICCO . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Robert Farquharson (bass vocalist, member of the English Opera Company then engaged at the Theatre Royal)

"PUBLIC AMUSEMENTS THIS EVENING", The Age (2 December 1856), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article154872512 

CREMORNE. The Wizard LENNOX. - Madame Dallecasse will make a grand ascent and descent on a rope across the Lake, the American PICCO, and other Entertainments.

ASSOCIATIONS: Anna Dalle Case (gymnast, circus performer)

[Advertisement], The Age (9 December 1856), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article154869827 

SECOND AND LAST GRAND FETE CHAMPETRE, AT CREMORNE GARDENS, Thursday Evening, December 11th, 1856 . . .
THE AMERICAN PICCO Will open his budget of eccentricities, introducing the sayings, doings, and peculiarities of the Negro race, with solos on the violin (played here, there, and everywhere) bangoline, musical gridiron, and the common whistle . . .

[Advertisement], The Age (20 December 1856), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article154872653 

CREMORNE GARDENS. Grand Juvenile Night. This Evening, Saturday.
Last Night of MR. and MRS. H. T. CRAVEN,
Last Night of THE AMERICAN PICCO.
Mr. LEWIS'S EQUESTRIAN COMPANY,
Last Week of MADAME DALLECASSE and M. LALANNE . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Eliza and Henry Craven (actor-vocalist and actor-playwright); Felix Lalanne (partner of Anna Dalle Case)

[Advertisement], Mount Alexander Mail [Castlemaine, VIC] (5 January 1857), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article202634179 

RED HILL MUSIC HALL. Proprietor Mr. LOW. GRAND OPENING NIGHT!!
FOR the purpose of giving eclat to the opening of the above elegant place of amusement, the following Artistes of the highest dramatic and musical talent in the colonies have been engaged: -
Mrs. H. T. CRAVEN, the celebrated vocalist and actress, from Covent Garden and Drury-lane Theatres.
L. SWANNELL, of the Theatre Royal, Melbourne.
Mr. H. T. CRAVEN, the popular author and actor, of Drury-lane Theatre.
Mr. F. DIXON, the popular tenor singer, of Melbourne.
Mr. SMALL, the famous comic vocalist;
and The world renowned AMERICAN PICCO.
Mr. OTTO LINDEN will preside at the Pianoforte, and conduct the musical arrangements.
On SATURDAY, Jan. 3rd, Monday, Jan. 5th, and during the week, the performances will commence with a grand MUSICAL ENTERTAINMENT . . .
The Celebrated AMERICAN PICCO Whose Instrumental Performances and Imitative Eccentricities peculiar to his illustrations have called forth unqualified approbation and patronage through out the four quarters of the globe, will appear in his original Entertainment, entitled
LIFE IN OLE VIRGINNY,
Introducing the sayings, doings, oddities, peculiarities, and eccentricities of the sable genus of humanity - the slaves of America; in which he will perform on the following Instruments:-
Violin (played here, there, and everywhere), Banjoline, Musical Gridiron, and the Common Tin Whistle.
This performance has excited the wonder, and been then theme of discussion amongst the greatest musical connoisseurs of England and America. The effects produced have hitherto been considered attainable only by the Concert Flute of the most recent improvements . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Louisa Swannell (vocalist); Frederick Dixon (vocalist); Joe Small (comic vocalist); Otto Linden (pianist)

"THE CRITERION THEATRE", Bendigo Advertiser (6 March 1857), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article87997751 

The Alpine Minstrels repeated their performances last night, and though the house was by no means a good one, those who attended appeared to appreciate the performances. The American Picco with his tin whistle was "all there," and we regret much that the inhabitants of Sandhurst were not all there also, as the evening's entertainment was really deserving of patronage and support.

ASSOCIATIONS: Alpine Minstrels (Margeritta Kramer and Julius Haimberger and family)

"THE AMERICAN PICCO", Mount Alexander Mail (1 June 1857), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article197085468 

This artiste was very cordially received by a crowded house at the Red Hill, Forest Creek, on Saturday evening. He performs to-night at Campbell's Creek, and next day at the Junction.

"ARARAT [FROM OUR OWN CORRESPONDENT]", Mount Alexander Mail (16 October 1857), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article197086259 

At the Duchess of Kent Hotel a large Hall or Theatre has been erected, in which performances are given every evening, and no expense spared in the engaging of artistic talent. A charge is made for admission. I visited this place twice, and was highly gratified with the performances. The celebrated German Brothers performed some of the most extraordinary acrobatic feats I ever witnessed. Hall and Davies, late of Rainer's Serenaders, sustained their well-earned reputation. A Miss Stewart sung; the American Picco performed in his usual style; and a comic singer, whose name I forget, sang ridiculous songs which he seemed to think comic. The house is capable of accommodating upwards of 300, but only about 80 were present. On a subsequent evening, when the famed Kohler Brothers gave specimens of their superior performances on various musical instruments, and when a crowded house was anticipated, the audience only numbered about 30 . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Eliza Stewart (vocalist); Rainer's Serenaders (minstrels); Richard and John Kohler (multi-instrumentalists)

"ABBOTT'S LYCEUM", Bendigo Advertiser (27 September 1858), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article87983663

There can be very little doubt of the success of the new company whose services Mr. Abbott has secured for his theatre. On Saturday night the place was crammed . . . The company were well selected, all of them being known on Bendigo. Miss Urie sang some of her most favorite songs . . . Several comic aongs were sung by Mr. Hammond . . . Mr. Leeman sung several very effective songs, and Mr. Dixon came before the audience two or three times. The gentleman rejoicing in the euphonious cognomen of the Great American Picco, performed a series of solos upon the violin, or, rather, upon one string of that instrument, very cleverly. The peculiar positions in which he managed to play appeared to surprise most of the audience, who did not fail to give him his work to do by repeated encores . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Louisa Urie (vocalist); Frederick Leeman (vocalist); W. H. Hammond (comic vocalist)

"HAYMARKET THEATRE. BENEFIT OF MISS FANNY YOUNG", Bendigo Advertiser (5 October 1858), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article87983993 

. . . At the conclusion of the first piece, the American Picco favored the audience with a performance on the tin whistle, and Mr. Moore, the able violinist, performed on the violin. An agreeable interlude of dancing by Miss Fanny Young and Mrs. Moore occupied the attention of the audience before the concluding farce came on . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Andrew and Rachel Moore (violinist and vocalist-dancer); Fanny Young (dancer, actor)

[Advertisement], Bendigo Advertiser (30 March 1859), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article87988018 

TERPSICHORE'S JUBILEE. APOLLO'S FETE. SHAKESPEARE'S TRIUMPH AT THE VICTORIA MUSIC HALL.
EVERYBODY MUST COME TO ENJOY THEMSELVES, AS THEY HAVE ALWAYS DONE, FOR NOTHING!
TO SEE JOHNNY BURGESS, Dance, acknowledged, without doubt, the Greatest Dancer in the World.
MR. SHARP, Stands Unrivalled as a Banjoist.
MR. J. A. PICCO, The Australian Paganini, and Soloist on various Instruments.
MASTER BURGESS, Still gains Laurels as a Juvenile Vocalist.
Pianist - MR. BUSH.
Leader - Mr. J. A. Picco.
Admission Free.

ASSOCIATIONS: Johnny Burgess (dancer); Henry Sharp (banjo); James Bush (piano)

"THE VICTORIA THEATRE", Bendigo Advertiser (19 April 1859), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article87988480

A crowded audience assembled at this favorite place of amusement last evening, and the entertainments, as they usually are, were of such a character as to afford them the highest gratification. Everything as announced in the programme went off in the happiest manner, with the exception of an unfortunate hitch which occurred in the unavoidable absence of Mr. Burbank, who, it is stated, had received the permission of Mr. Heffernan to dance against Mr. Burgess, which 0permission was withdrawn, it was stated at the eleventh hour, much to the disappointment and vexation of those assembled. The other performances, however, were capitally gone through, and reflected the highest credit on the company. They were given as a grand complimentary benefit to Mr. J. Burgess, who, notwithstanding the unexpected absence of his challenged antagonist, exerted himself to the uttermost to render the entertainments of the evening pleasing and satisfactory. The performances of Mr. J. A. Picco on the violin, the gridiron, whistle, and other instruments, were received with uproarious applause, and the great gun trick of the Wizard of the North was performed in a manner which created deservedly a very powerful sensation. The evenings entertainment on the whole was highly successful, and the audience were evidently highly delighted throughout.

ASSOCIATIONS: Otto Burbank (minstrel, serenader, dancer); William Heffernan (proprietor); John Henry Anderson ("wizard of the north")

[Advertisement], Bendigo Advertiser (26 May 1859), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article87989355 

ABBOTT'S LYCEUM, PALL MALL, SANDHURST. SATURDAY, 28TH MAY PROFESSOR PARKER'S GRAND ASSAUT D'ARMES AND MUSICAL SOIREE. Grand Fencing Match between Professor Parker and Mons. Lissignol, Officer of the Legion of Honor, and Commander of several Foreign Orders (late of the Red Royal French Hussars) . . . MONS. LISSIGNOL, the celebrated Pianist, will preside at the Pianoforte, assisted by Mr. Picco, Violinist . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Eugene Lissignol (swordsman, pianist); George Parker (swordsman, d. 1871)

"THE MASONIC BALL. To the Editor", Bendigo Advertiser (25 June 1859), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article87990100

Sir, - The letter of Mr. J. A. Picco, which appears in the columns of your contemporary, unfortunately calls for a reply from me, inasmuch as his statement is utterly incorrect, and it is a matter of regret that the above gentleman in his anxiety to rush into print has not been more careful in his assertion.
I will simply state that Mr. Picco occupied in the orchestra the very same position that he describes as having been occupied by me. I was the recognised leader of the band, as the gentlemen of the orchestra can testify.
Regretting that I have been compelled to intrude upon your space,
I am, Sir, yours obediently,
JOSEPH BIRD BURGESS.
Barnard-street, Sandhurst, 24th June, 1859.

"THE MASON'S BALL", Bendigo Advertiser (27 June 1859), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article87990152 

We have received a letter from J. A. Picco, denying that Mr. Burgess was the leader of the band at the late Masons' Ball. The subject is of no public interest, and we therefore must decline inserting any more letters about it.

ASSOCIATIONS: Joseph Bird Burgess

[Advertisement], The Argus (26 July 1859), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5685123 

AMERICAN PICCO, Ethiopian Delineator, Soloist on Violin, Banjo, Musical Gridiron, Common Whistle, &c, open to ENGAGEMENT, town or country. Address London Tavern, Elizabeth-street.

"THE THEATRES. PRINCESS'S", The Argus (2 August 1859), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5685547 

. . . A gentleman described as the "American Picco" has also been engaged. He performs with remarkable skill upon the common tin whistle, out of which he extracts music which, if not "eloquent," is at least very clever. His feats upon the violin, however, have been made familiar long ago by Mr. Barlow, of "Blue-tailed Fly" celebrity . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Robert Barlow (comic vocalist, instrumentalist)

[Advertisement], The Argus (20 September 1859), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5688349 

HANOVER PRIVATE ASSEMBLY ROOMS, 2 La Trobe-street east. A QUADRILLE PARTY THIS EVENING. Leader, Mr. Picco.

[Advertisement], The Argus (25 October 1859), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5690524 

A COMIC SINGER and LADY VOCALIST WANTED, for the country. Apply J. A. Picco, l95 1/2 King-street.

[Advertisement], Ovens and Murray Advertiser [Beechworth, VIC] (2 November 1859), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article112905523 

Star Theatre. Preliminary Announcement.
ARRIVAL OF MISS CASTINE, THE celebrated Soprano, from the principal London and Melbourne Concerts. (First appearance.)
MR. GEORGE ELLIS, The inimitable comic character, Irish and Dialogue Vocalist. (First appearance.)
AND THE RENOWNED AMERICAN PICCO, The celebrated delineator of Negro Life and Character - and Soloist on the Violin, African Lute, Musical Gridiron, and the Common Whistle. (First appearance.) . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Emma Castine (vocalist); George Ellis (comic vocalist)

"STAR THEATRE", Ovens and Murray Advertiser (7 November 1859), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article112905564 

A crowded house on Saturday evening testified by its applause the feeling they entertained of the merits of those who catered for their amusement. First, according to etiquette comes Miss Castine, a most charming vocalist . . . Mr. George Ellis, the comic singer, improves vastly upon acquaintance . . . As for Mr. Picco, the only name we can give that gentleman, we can safely say that he is, without exception, one of the most clever and versatile musicians we have ever met with. Nothing comes amiss to him, from a violin to a penny whistle and as a delineator of negro songs he may take high rank. Altogether, a very pleasant evening may be spent in witnessing the performances of this company.

"STAR THEATRE", Ovens and Murray Advertiser (9 November 1859), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article112905584 

The performances at this house last evening were if anything superior to those hitherto given by this talented company. Miss Castine was positively charming, the feeling evinced by her and her admirable voice drew down great applause. Mr. Picco by his drolleries and splendid music and Mr. George Ellis by his comicalities and whimsicalities succeeded a merveille in pleasing the audience.

[Advertisement], Ovens and Murray Advertiser (9 November 1859), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article112905579 

Star Theatre . . . MISS CASTINE . . . MR. GEORGE ELLIS . . .
MR. J. A. PICCO, In his Inimitable Performances . . .
Pianist - MR. RUXTON.

ASSOCIATIONS: Henri Ruxton (pianist)

"STAR THEATRE, CHILTERN", Ovens and Murray Advertiser (15 November 1859), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article112905666

One of the largest audiences ever witnessed in the above place of amusement assembled on Saturday evening to greet Miss Castine and company . . . Mr. Picco is a first rate violinist, and his performances in that capacity surprised while it pleased his hearers. His solos on the gridiron, banjo, and whistle together with his droll sayings, tended with the endeavours of his companions to send every one home well satisfied.

[Advertisement], The Argus (21 January 1860), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5695705 

BRUNSWICK DANCING ACADEMY. - Select ASSEMBLY THIS EVENING Gentlemen, 2s.; Ladies by ticket. Mr. Jackson, M.C.
TO-NIGHT, Select ASSEMBLY, new Dances, all new Music. Leader - Mr. Picco,
BRUNSWICK DANCING ACADEMY, opposite Belvidere.

"ABBOTT'S LYCEUM", Bendigo Advertiser (2 July 1860), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article87944781 

. . . There was some excellent Scotch dancing on Saturday evening, which was deservedly encored. The singing of Mrs. Ellis, Miss Bartley, Messrs. Leeman and Fairchild forms an agreeable variety in the evening's amusements . . . Mr. Picco still continues to draw melodious tones from that extremely odd looking instrument - the tin tube . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Marie Kramer Ellis (vocalist); Miss Bartley (vocalist); Joseph Fairchild (vocalist)

"ABBOTT'S LYCEUM", Bendigo Advertiser (21 July 1860), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article87945281

. . . We must not omit to mention that Mr. Picco was called upon to repeat his clever performance on the tin tube . . .




PICILOMO, Josephine (Josephine PICILOMO; ? pseudonym)

Vocalist, pianist

Active Sydney, NSW, March-April 1858

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Josephine+Picolomo (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

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PICILOMO (Monsieur PICILOMO; ? pseudonym)

Basso vocalist

Active Sydney, NSW, March-April 1858

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Monsieur+Picolomo (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

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Documentation:

[Advertisement], Empire (13 March 1858), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article60423623 

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (16 March 1858), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13007632 

MONDAY NEXT. TOOGOOD'S SALOON will be opened under different management, and as pulling will not be resorted to it will be merely necessary to mention the following names as a proof of the proprietor's sincerity to make his place the greatest attraction in the city. Behold ! all this talent at TOOGOOD'S SALOON, EVERY NIGHT, for One Week, with other artistes. The Buckingham Family and troupe. Largest operatic company out of England. Having at great expense engaged the following artistes:
Madame Josephine Picilomo, the eminent pianist and cantatrice; Monsieur Picilomo, the talented basso;
Madame A. J. Glogoski, the charming ballad singer; Signor Glogoski, the Prussian violinist; Miss Buckingham, the talented singer; Mr. G. H. Buckingham, the buffo singer; Master G. K. Buckingham, the flute player; Master W. Buckingham, the tenor singer, called the old musketeer; Master C. Buckingham, Irish singer, Paddy Malone; Master H. Buckingham, the nautical singer, Red, White and Blue, &c. . . .

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (5 April 1858), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13008353 

GREAT TREAT FOR EASTER WEEK . . .
TOOGOOD'S GRAND CONCERT SALOON, To witness the BUCKINGHAM FAMILY and troupe . . .
With a variety of songs, duetts, glees, chorusses, &c., by Madame Glogoski, Madame Josephini, M. Glogoski, Mr. Webster, Master G. Buckingham, and a host of other talented artists. Admission free.

ASSOCIATIONS: Buckingham Family (musicians, entertainers); Simon Glogoski




PICKERING, George Ferrers (George Ferrers PICKERING; Mr. G. F. PICKERING)

Journalist, editor (Bell's Life in Sydney), music and theatre reviewer and commentator, poet, songwriter

Born Chester, England, 1821; baptised St. Werburgh's church (RC), Chester, 16 September 1821; son of George PICKERING (1794-1857) and Magdalene Lucy FERRERS (1793-1860)
Arrived Sydney, NSW, 19/20 February 1841 (per Ferguson, from Port Phillip, 6 February)
Married Ellen Mary ELLIS, St. Patrick's chapel, Parramatta, NSW, 23 June 1844
Died Levuka, Fiji, 14 July 1876

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=George+Ferrers+Pickering (TROVE tagged)

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=George+Ferrers+Pickering+1812-1876 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://nla.gov.au/nla.party-1647452 (NLA persistent identifier)

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Documentation:

"Shipping Intelligence. ARRIVALS. FRIDAY", The Sydney Monitor and Commercial Advertiser (22 February 1841), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article32188368 

FERGUSON, ship, 555 tons, Virtue, master, from Port Phillip on the 7th instant. Cargo - Sundries . . . Passengers . . . From Port Philip - Messrs. Cavenagh, Soutley, Pickering . . .

"THEATRICALS. PRINCE OF WALES", Bell's Life in Sydney and Sporting Reviewer (13 August 1859), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article59871067 

. . . Last night the house presented a brilliant array of fashion, the performances being in aid of the Lavenu Benefit Fund. The opera of Il Trovatore was the piece selected, between the 4th and 5th Acts of which, Mr. Burford delivered the following Address of Acknowledgment, written for the occasion by Mr. G. F. Pickering:-

A parting word, ere yet the curtain falls.
To you, kind patrons of fair Thespis' halls,
Who lend your sympathising presence here
To stay the Widow's and the Orphan's tear.
He whom ye mourn - the Minstrel called away
To join the choirs of Eternal Day -
Sleeps in a stranger's grave, by Friendship's hand
Consigned to dust, far from his native land.
For him is o'er life's brief and fitful dream;
His harp, late strung to Earth's imperfect theme,
Now, tuned by hand celestial, wakes its chords
To strains immortal, and to holier words.
Where Bochsa's broken lyre - meet emblem - shows
The spot where Genius found its last repose,
Plant we a willow that shall weeping wave
O'er Music's Sons - companions in the grave.
Peace to his ashes! Yet the while we mourn
That dust must to its kindred dust return,
Turn we our gaze upon the loved ones left -
The Widow of her gifted spouse bereft,
The Orphans clinging to that mother's knee,
Unconscious of her speechless agony.
When the sad tidings shall to her be borne
That tells of father from his offspring torn,
Still in Affliction's cup infused the tear
Of Sympathy, so freely rendered here,
Will yield a balm to heal the bleeding smart
And soothe the anguish of the widowed heart.
For her, for them kind friends, we thank you all
Nobly responding to sweet Pity's call,
As ye have done so be it done to you
When to Life's fleeting stage ye bid adieu! . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Lewis Henry Lavenu (musician, deceased); Nicholas Bochsa (musician, died 1856; the lyre on his grave in Newtown Cemetery was apparently already broken); Charles Henry Burford (actor, d. 1899)

"DEATHS", The Sydney Morning Herald (18 August 1876), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13378502 

PICKERING. - July 14, at Levuka, Fiji, George Ferrers Pickering, late editor and proprietor of Bell's Life in Sydney.

"FIJI", The Sydney Morning Herald (18 August 1876), 6

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13378505 

The death is announced of Mr. G. F. Pickering, which event took place at his residence on the 14th July. The deceased gentleman was well known in New South Wales, of which colony he was a very old resident. For some years Mr. Pickering was a member of the Legislative Assembly, in which he represented the Northern Gold Fields. He was closely connected with the Press, and during a considerable period of his residence in the sister colony was editor and proprietor of Bell's Life in Sydney. Mr. Pickering has been in Fiji for five years, and his quiet unobtrusive demeanour, coupled with his geniality and talent, had made him many friends.

"Rowland Ferrers Pickering", Truth (7 September 1913), 7

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article202663502 

In the early forties there arrived in Sydney two brothers, Rowley John Ferrers Pickering and George Ferrers Pickering, grandson of Earl Ferrers. The first named was a captain in the Mercantile Marine, and was for some years trading between Sydney and Chinese ports. He was a benefactor to this country in a way . . . Mr. George Ferrers Pickering was a highly cultured and interesting man, with all the characteristics of the polished gentleman. He married Ellen Mary, the only daughter of Lieutenant Eyre Ellis, of H.M. 62nd Regiment, and Captain of County Police, Meath, Ireland, and sister of Mr. Eyre Ellis, a well-known solicitor, who founded the firm of Eyre and Mackinnon, and Mr. Thomas Ellis, who for many years carried on an extensive auction business in George-street, near the railway station. The recently deceased Mr. R. F. Pickering was the issue of the marriage, which took place on June 23, 1844, at St. Patrick's, Parramatta, the ceremony being performed by Rev. Nicholas, afterwards Dean, Coffey. In January, 1845 Thomas Revel Johnson started "Bell's Life In Sydney." He had little or no capital, and was involved in debt and borrowed money from Mr. Joseph Roberts, who took over the paper, and who died on May 7, 1849. Mr. Roberts had married Martha Hutchinson, whose sister Sarah married Isaac D. Nichols abovementioned. Shortly after Mr. Roberts death, Mr. Charles Hamilton Nichols, father of Mr. G. R. Nichols, of Llandilo, became the purchaser of "Bell's Life," and took Mr. G. F. Pickering into partnership. Mr. Nichols looked after the business part of the paper, and Mr. Pickering supervised the literary department. The pair remained in partnership until shortly before Mr. Nichols' death in 1869 . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Charles Hamilton Nichols


Songs, lyrics etc.:

"The Song of the Gold!", Bell's Life in Sydney and Sporting Reviewer (17 February 1849), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article59768506 

[The following lines, suggested by HOOD'S celebrated "Song of The Shirt" . . .]

With arms all shrunken and weak,
With frame exhausted by toil,
with lustreless eye, and ghastly cheek,
He delveth beneath the soil -
Sift - sift - sift!
The unwholesome death-laden mould -
Still at times would the digger his voice uplift
Singing the "SONG OF THE GOLD."

. . . [9 more verses and first verse repeated at end] . . .

"THE SONG OF THE PEN!", Bell's Life in Sydney and Sporting Reviewer (3 March 1849), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article59768557 

With fingers bloodless and wan,
With eyelids drooping with pain,
There sat in his garret a lonely man,
Earning "bread from brain"
Write - write - write!
No sound in that cheerless den,
Awaking the echoes of silent night,
Save scratch of that writer's PEN!

. . . [4 more verses] . . .

MUSIC: The song of the shirt (Thomas Hood); for a characteristic American setting (c. 1847) see The song of the shirt; or for Henry Russell's tune, set to a parody, see The song of the shirt

"SONG OF THE LASH", Bell's Life in Sydney and Sporting Chronicle (15 May 1869), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article65469773 

. . . (Suggested by Russell's celebrated Song of "the Life Boat") . . .

Rig the grating! Rig the grating!
Boatswain, cheerily pipe all hands;
Rig the grating! Rig the grating!
Quick prepare your knotted strands.

. . . [10 more verses] . . .

MUSIC: Man the life boat (Henry Russell)




PICKERING, Jane Lightfoot (Jane Lightfoot CLARKE; DODSWORTH; Miss DODSWORTH; Mrs. William Phelps PICKERING; Mrs. PHELPS PICKERING)

Teacher of Practice and Theory of Music, pupil of Kalkbrenner and Logier

Born London, England, 14 March 1805; baptised St. Michael Cornhill, London, 19 December 1809; daughter of William CLARKE and Sarah Lightfoot BACKE
Married (1) William Francis DODSWORTH, St. Pancras parish chapel, London, England, 21 November 1826
Married (2) William Phelps PICKERING, Christ church, Sydney, NSW, 28 October 1846
Departed Sydney, NSW, February 1849 (per Louis and Miriam, for Wellington, NZ)
Died Wellington, NZ, 21 May 1871, aged "68"

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Summary:

Wife of the pardoned convict, master mariner, and insolvent, William Phelps Pickering (c. 1815-1877; per Portenia), she advertised in Sydney in January 1848 as "formerly pupil" of Frederic Kalkbrenner, and John Bernard Logier, offering young ladies "class instruction in Practice and Theory of Music".


Documentation:

Register of baptisms, 1809, St Michael Cornhill; register 1803-12, page 6; London Metropolitan Archives

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/1624/images/31281_a102102-00007 (PAYWALL)

Jane Lightfoot Daughter of William & Sarah Lightfoot Clarke was born 14th March 1805 and Christened 19th December 1809
Sarah Eliza Daughter of . . . born 6th January 1807 and Christened 19th December 1809
William Son of . . . born 6 December 1808 and Christened 19th December 1809

"FROM THE HOBART TOWN GAZETTE", The Cornwall Chronicle (15 February 1845), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article66270111

It it hereby notified to the under-mentioned I individual, that it is the Lieutenant-Governor's intention to recommend him to the gracious consideration of Her Majesty the Queen for a Condition Pardon, available within the limits of the Australian Colonies: - William Phelps Pickering, Portenia.

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (7 January 1848), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12896515

MUSICAL CLASS INSTRUCTION.
Mrs. PHELPS PICKERING (formerly pupil of Kalkbrenner, and J. B. Logier),
proposes to receive a limited number of young ladies for class instruction of Practice and Theory of Music.
Terms, and hours of attendance, to be ascertained at the residence of
Mrs. P. Pickering, Palmer-street, near William-street, Wooloomooloo.

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (11 November 1848), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12910852

IN THE SUPREME COURT OF NEW SOUTH WALES.
BETWEEN FRANCIS SHEA, PLAINTIFF, AND WILLIAM PHELPS PICKERING, DEFENDANT,
WHEREAS an action has been commenced in this Court of the suit of the above named Francis Shea against the above named William Phelps Pickering, to recover the sum of twenty-four pounds seven shillings, being the amount of a promissory note dated the nineteenth day of April last, made by the aaid William Phelps Pickering in favour of Patrick Hickey, and payable four months after the date thereof. And it being alleged that the said William Phelps Pickering does not reside within this colony or its dependencies, a writ of foreign attachment has been issued, returnable on the twenty-second day of November, instant, wherein George Kenyon Holden, of Sydney, in the colony aforesaid, Esq., and Jane Pickering, of Sydney, aforesaid, wife of the said William Phelps Pickering, are garnishees . . .

"SHIPPING NEWS. ARRIVALS", Wellington Independent (10 March 1849), 4

https://paperspast.natlib.govt.nz/newspapers/WI18490310.2.10

March 5, brig Louis and Miriam, 150 tons, Pilfold, from Sydney. Passengers . . . Mrs. Pickering . . .

[News], Wellington Independent (16 December 1854), 3

https://paperspast.natlib.govt.nz/newspapers/WI18541216.2.5 

A very pleasing reunion of the Members of the Mechanics' Institute took place in their Hall on Thursday evening . . . several pieces of music were ably performed on the organ by Mrs. Pickering; and the band of the 65th Regt. poured out their spirit-stirring strains . . .

"DIED", Wellington Independent (22 May 1871), 2

https://paperspast.natlib.govt.nz/newspapers/WI18710522.2.5 

PICKERING - On the 21st May, at Molesworth street, Wellington, Jane Lightfoot, the wife of William Phelps Pickering, of Loxley Hall, Kaiwarra, aged 68 years.




PICKET, John (John PICKET)

Singer

Active Hobart, TAS, 1850

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Documentation:

"AN ETHIOPIAN", Hobarton Guardian, or, True Friend of Tasmania (9 November 1850), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article173058378 

John Picket of Ethiopian dye, was charged by constable Greengrass with being "toxicated" on Monday evening last, and with having, when in that state, indulged in unlawfully serenading in the public streets, thereby causing what the constable termed, a disturbance of the peace. Master Picket seemed quite indignant at his melodious accents being misrepresented to the bench, and he would have willingly indulged in an exhibition of his musical powers before the bench, had not the Police Magistrate felt satisfied on that point, and imposed a fine of 5 shillings for each offence. Poor Picket appeared much crest-fallen at the decision of his worship.




PIERCE, E. W (E. W. PIERCE)

Minstrel serenader, flautist, flute player (Howard's Serenaders)

Active Sydney, NSW, June to September 1852

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Documentation:

[Advertisement], Empire [Sydney, NSW] (4 June 1852), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article60136269 

HOWARD'S SERENADERS. 175TH CONCERT IN SYDNEY. GRAND EVENING CONCERT, THIS EVENING, FRIDAY, June 4th, in the Saloon of the Royal Hotel. PROGRAMME. PART I. Overture - (Medley) - Company . . .
Part II . . . Trio - Flute, Flutina and Tambo - Pierce, Howard, and Howard . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Charles and George Mason (alias Howard); Howard's Serenaders

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (27 August 1852), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12939560

HOWARD'S SERENADERS. Increased attraction the Sydney Friday Concerts -
Favourite and eccentric Programmes.
The Company consists of five performers, each and all unrivalled, viz.,
Charles V. Howard, tambourine; J. W. Sandford, Guitar; E. W. Pierce, Flute; Walter Howson, Banjo; and J. P. Hall, Bones.
187th Ethiopean Entertainment, THIS EVENING, Friday August 27, in the Saloon of the Royal Hotel.
PROGRAMME. Part I. Overture - Caliph of Bagdad - Company . . .
Part II . . . Trio - Flute, Guitar, and Bones - Pierce, Sandford and Hall . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Walter Howson (musician); J. W. Sandford (musician); J. P. Hall (musician)

"THE SERENADERS", The People's Advocate and New South Wales Vindicator (18 September 1852), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article251530711 

The 192nd serenade, for the benefit of Mr. E. W. Pierce, the Flautist, comes off at the Royal Hotel on Monday night, when we trust that that deserving and finished performer will have a bumper house. His abilities are of no mean order, and contribute to make Howard's entertainments so justly popular as they are universally admitted to be.

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (24 September 1852), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12940257

HOWARD'S SERENADERS . . . 193rd Grand Evening Musical Soiree.
For the Benefit of Mr. WALTER HOWSON, Banjo Player, THIS EVENING, Friday, September 24 . . .
PROGRAMME. Part I. Overture, Fra Diavolo - Company . . . Part II . . . Duet - Flute and Guitar- Pierce and Sandford . . .

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (27 September 1852), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12940289 

HOWARD'S SERENADERS. Last Night of the Season. For the Benefit of Mr. J. P. Hall - Bones . . .
Part I. Overture, Fra Diavolo - Company . . . Part II . . . Duet - Flute and Guitar - Pierce and Sandford . . .




PIERCE, John Ottis (John Ottis PIERCE; ? Otis; Mr. J. O. PIERCE)

Musician, vocalist, minstrel performer (New York Serenaders, Totten's Harmoneons, San Francisco Minstrels), multi-instrumentalist, concertina and flutina player, musical director

Arrived (1) George Town, near Launceston, TAS, 26 February 1851 (per Spartan, from California, via Tahiti)
Departed (1) Fremantle, WA, 10 December (per Royal Saxon, for Calcutta)
Arrived (2) Melbourne, VIC, 2 May 1853 (per Marlborough, from Calcutta, 12 March)
Arrived Sydney, NSW, 16 May 1853 (per Mary and Ellen, from Melbourne)
Departed (2) Melbourne, VIC, July-August 1861 (? with Dave Carson, 6 August, per Prince Consort, for Calcutta, India)
Active India, until 1875 or later

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Documentation:

[Advertisement], The Cornwall Chronicle [Launceston, TAS] (1 March 1851), 133

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article65574870

THE NEW YORK SERENADERS take pleasure in announcing to the citizens of Launceston and its vicinity their arrival at this place, and will have the honour of appearing in Ethiopian character at the "Cornwall Hotel," on TUESDAY evening next.
This company is among the first which were organised in New York, and have given very successful Concerts throughout the United states, South America, California, and the islands of the Pacific, and are now visiting the Australian Colonies en route to the East Indies and the Continent of Europe.
From long experience in the business they are enabled to give a legitimate American Negro performance. All the music of the day having been sent them from New York, a new and varied programme will be offered.
The company is composed of the following gentlemen:
W. H. White, Violin - C. Cushing, 1st Banjo
J. P. Nash, Guitar - J. Kitts, 2nd ditto
J. O. Pierce, Tamborine - J. C. Lee, Bone castanets
PROGRAMME OF PERFORMANCE, On Tuesday evening, March 4, 1851.
PART I. - AS DANDY NEGROES.
Overture - Introducing selections from the Operas
of I Puritani, and La Dame Blanche - Full band
Let's be gay, from Robert le Diable - Mr. Nash
Julius' Bride - Mr. Cushing
Mary Blane - Mr. Kitts
Trio - Colored Fancy Ball - Messrs. Nash, Kitts, and Pierce.
Juliana, Phebiana, Constantina Brown - Mr. Pierce
Virginia Rosebud, from the Bronze Horse - Mr. Nash
Phantom Chorus, from La Sonambula - Company
Stop dat knocking an Operatic Burlesque - Mr. Pierce
PART II.
Banjo Solo - Mr. Cushing
Trio - Violin, Guitar, and Bones - Messrs. White, Nash, and Lee
Burlesque on Mesmerism - Company
PART III. - AS PLANTATION DARKIES.
Bulgine, Slambang, Humbug - Overture - Full band
Give is chaw tobacco - Mr. Cushing
History of the world - Mr. Pierce
Old Napper - Mr. Lee
Picayune Butler - Mr. Pierce
Bowling Green - Mr. Cushing
[REDACTED] from de Souf - Mr. Pierce
Old tar River - Mr. Lee
Tickets to be obtained at the "Cornwall Hotel," "Launceston Hotel," and at the door, on the evening of performance.
Price of admission, 2s. Doors open at Seven o'clock, commence at half-past Seven. March 1, 1851.

ASSOCIATIONS: Charles Cushing (minstrel); James Edward Kitts (minstrel); W. H. White (minstrel); J. C. Lee (minstrel); J. P. Nash (minstrel); New York Serenaders

[Advertisement], Launceston Examiner (8 March 1851), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article36259782 

The New York Serenaders
RESPECTFULLY ANNOUNCE another Concert for this (Saturday) evening, when the following programme will be presented.
PART I.
Introductory Overture - Selectlons from "I Puritani" and "La Dame Blanche" - Full Band.
Darkies Life - music from "Maritana" - Company.
Gal wid de blue dress on - Mr. Pierce.
Mary Blane - Mr. Kitts.
Virginia Rose-bud - music from "The Bronze Horse" - Mr. Nash.
Louisiana Belle - Mr. Cushing.
Dearest Mae - Mr. Nash.
Stop dat Knocking (an operatic burlesque) - Mr. Pierce.
PART II.
Overture "La Fille de la Regiment" - Full band.
Sugar Cane Green - Mr. Kitts.
Nelly was a Lady - Mr. Pierce.
Julia Green - Mr. Nash.
Rosa Love - Mr. Cushing.
Juliana Phebiana Constantina Brown - Messrs. Pierce & Kitts.
Grey Goose - Mr. Lee.
Carry me back - Company.
Tickets of admission, 2s. Children, half price . . .

"NEW YORK SERENADERS", The Courier [Hobart, TAS] (22 March 1851), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2961160

. . . Mr. Pierce's imitation of darky humour was inimitable. The richness of his chuckle - the all-overjoyousness and triumph of his short laugh on the "other darkies" giving a wrong answer to a conundrum, as suddenly arrested as excited - the laborious attention with which he bent forward to listen to an answer - the mighty mouthing of his words, lips put up and down, and teeth glistening - the vivacity of every action and the impulsive character of his whole acting, were the African to perfection; leaving us nothing to wish but that he were the genuine article, the real potato. The other darkies must have been republican born, and felt it necessary to support the dignity of the everlasting Yankee nation; they had nothing, except skin and wool, in common with "their broder." Mr. Pierce's treble is a voice of fine quality and great compass. Mr. Kitts' bass is, if possible, more admirable . . .

"THE NEW YORK SERENADERS . . .", The Courier (19 March 1851), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2961173 

. . . On this occasion the selection from the overture of "La Figlia" and "The Bohemian Girl", afforded the leading instrumentalists, Messrs. White and Pierce, an opportunity for displaying their talents. Mr. White's execution on the violin was faultless; his part was played with infinite skill, taste, and feeling; whilst the tone and fingering on the flute in the selection from the "Bohemian Girl", which was deservedly applauded, and drew down a rapturous encore, were so soft and remarkable for precision, as to convince the most sceptical that Mr. Pierce is a master of his instrument.

"NEW YORK SERENADERS", The Courier (22 March 1851), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2961160 

. . . There are six performers in the company, and the instruments used were two banjos, a violin, guitar, bone castanets, tamborine and flute. The latter are played alternately by Mr. Pierce . . .

"THE SERENADERS", Colonial Times (1 April 1851), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article8768999

On Friday evening we again attended one of the entertainments at the Victoria Theatre, and enjoyed the vocal and instrumental performances of these professionals. On this occasion the selection from the overture of "La Figlia" and "The Bohemian Girl," afforded the leading instrumentalists, Messrs. White and Pierce, an opportunity for displaying their talents. Mr. White's execution on the violin was faultless; his part was played with infinite skill, taste, and feeling; whilst the tone and fingering on the flute in the selection from the "Bohemian Girl," which was deservedly applauded, and drew down a rapturous encore, were so soft and remarkable for precision, as to convince the most sceptical that Mr. Pierce is a master of his instrument. Among the vocal treats . . . Mr. Pierce gave "The Mail Coach Travel" with very pleasing as well as risible expression. The trio of "The Coloured Fancy Ball," by Messrs. Nash, Pierce, and Kitts, was the best song of the evening, harmoniously sung, and irresistible . . .

"Shipping Intelligence . . . DEPARTURES", The Britannia and Trades' Advocate [Hobart, TAS] (9 June 1851), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article225556592 

June 6 - Brig Maid of Erin, Ellis, for Sydney, with sundries. Cabin, Messrs. Charles Cushing, J. C. Pierce [sic], J. C. Lee, J. Kitts, W. White, W. Williams, J. P. Nash . . .

[Advertisement], Bell's Life in Sydney (5 July 1851), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article59772802

Ethiopian Grand Musical Soirees.
BY THE NEW YORK SERENADERS.
THE NEW YORK SERENADERS, experience much gratification in acknowledging the very flattering reception with which they have been greeted on the occasions of their SIX FIRST APPEARANCES In Sydney, and respectfully announce the following Entertainments for the ensuing week, on each evening of which the Programme will be diversified, retaining only those melodies stamped as sterling by the approbation of their audience.
On MONDAY. WEDNESDAY, & FRIDAY, IN THE GREAT SALOON of the ROYAL HOTEL.
The Company is composed of the following gentlemen :
W. White - Violin.
J. P. Nash - Guitar.
C. Cushing - First Banjo.
J. E. Kitts - Second Banjo.
J. O. Pierce - Tamborine.
J. C. Lee - Bone Castanets.
Admission - 2s. . . .

"DEPARTURES", The Sydney Morning Herald (27 October 1851), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12931572

October 26. - Royal Saxon, barque, 510 tons, Captain Charlesworth, for Calcutta via Hobart Town. Passengers . . . Messrs. J. C. Kitts, J. P. Nash, J. C. Lee, W. H. White, W. J. Reading, J. C. Pierce [sic] . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: J. W. Reading [sic] (minstrel)

"THE NEW YORK SERENADERS", The Courier [Hobart, TAS] (15 November 1851), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2959904

. . . Mr. Pierce, the musical "[REDACTED] of all, work," plays the German Flute, the French Accordion, add the Turkish Tambourine.

"THE NEW YORK ETHIOPIAN SERENADERS", The Perth Gazette and Independent Journal of Politics and News [WA] (12 December 1851), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article3172950 

A party of minstrels under the above name, arrived in the colony on Saturday last, per Royal Saxon, from Sydney, on their way to Calcutta, and on the evenings of Monday and Tuesday last, enlivened our metropolis with two vocal and instrumental concerts. It is no cause for surprise that the Court House, where the concerts were given, were crammed with hearers on both occasions, for in addition to the novelty of this kind of entertainment, the vocal as well as instrumental performances could not have failed to have given general satisfaction; the solos on the violin, flutina, and banjo, were applauded in the most hearty manner. Both evenings' entertainment were under the immediate patronage of His Excellency the Governor and Mrs. FitzGerald, who with their suite, were present on Monday evening.

India and USA (1852-53):

[News], Bombay Gazette [India] (21 July 1852), 3

The New York Serenaders, as will be seen from our advertising columns, have arrived in Bombay, and propose entertaining the public, shortly, with a series of musical concerts. The company, organised in the United States in 1848, are now on a tour round the world. From the States they passed over to California, and made a trip to the Sandwich Islands, where they had the honor of a visit from King Kamehameha. In February 1851, they made their debut at Launceston, at which place, and at Hobart Town and Sydney, their performances were most successful, and received most distinguished patronage. In November they left New South Wales for Calcutta, and from the presidency proceeded to Madras and Ceylon, sustaining even before so criticising a public as that of which India boasts, the reputation earned by them in more indulgent climes. With such brilliant antecedents, they have little to fear that their accomplishments and skill will be unappreciated by the good people of this city. We wish them that success which we believe they deserve, and which, we feel se equally persuaded they will enjoy. The subjoined extract of a notice of their last performance at Hobart Town, which appeared in one of the local leaflets, bears testimony to their abilities, and will prepare our readers for the coming soiree:

"They seemed to do every thing with ease, and betrayed no outward manifestation of anxiety. Rousseau says "the more time is beaten, the less it is kept." The New Yorkers appear to agree with the Frenchman. Their instrumental efforts were alike successful. Mr. White, who we believe possesses an absorbing but quiet enthusiasm for music - is a violinist of high order. His play is not less remarkable for extraordinary volume and power, than for sweetness, and oiliness of touch. Mr. Reading has assumed Mr. Cushing's place as banjoist. Mr. Kitts performs the second instrument of that character, and is a bass singer of no mean capacity. Mr. Nash is the performer upon the guitar, and a sweet and pleasing singer; his "Virginia Rosebud," - "I would I were a Boy again," - "Dinah Crow," - "Nelly was a Lady" - "Jenny Lane," etc., will long be referred to with delight. Mr. Lee beats the bones, in which he is sometimes linked with the first banjo, who is also clever on these nondescript instruments; and Mr. Pierce, the musical "[REDACTED] of all work," plays the German Flute, the French Accordion, and the Turkish Tambourine. Their physical capabilities and grotesque delineations of negro character must be seen to be appreciated."

[News], Bombay Gazette [India] (20 October 1852), 3

THE SECOND ETHIOPIAN SERENADE, since the return of the New York Serenaders to Bombay, came off on Monday evening at the Grant Read Theatre . . . Mr. Nash's admirable songs were invariably encored. Mr. Lee's dexterous performances on bones kept the house in roars of laughter. We are sorry that from our position it was impossible to catch Mr. Pierce's Puns and Conundrums, but , what is of more importance, those to whom they were intelligible appeared highly delighted. In his attempts to outvie Mr. Lee with the bones in the "Trio" Mr. Reading was very successful; he is decidedly a very humorous player. "The Locomotive Rail Road Overture" was very ingenious and entertaining. The "Picayune Butler" sung by Mr. Pierce was a special favorite.

Arrived (2) Melbourne, VIC, (2 May 1853):

"SHIPPING INTELLIGENCE. ARRIVED", The Argus (3 May 1853), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4792228 

May 2 - Marlborough ship, 1250 tons, Allen Young, from Calcutta, 12th March. Passenger - cabin . . . J. W. Reading, J. O. Pearce, J. C. Lee. J. E. Kitts, J. P. Nash . . .

"SHIPPING INTELLIGENCE. ARRIVALS", The Sydney Morning Herald (17 May 1853), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12945867 

May 16. - Mary and Ellen, schooner, 140 tons, Captain Tucker, from Melbourne 11th instant. Passengers . . . Messrs. Kitts, Pearce, Lee, Redding, Watson, and 15 in the steerage. Morris and Co., agents.

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (6 June 1853), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article61324876

RETURN OF THE NEW YORK SERENADERS FROM INDIA.
FIRST CONCERT MONDAY EVENING, At the Royal Hotel.
THE New York Serenaders beg respectfully to announce to the ladies and gentlemen of Sydney and its vicinity, that they have returned from a successful tour through India.
In Calcutta they were patronised by the Most Noble the Governor-General of India and the Marchioness of Dalhousie; in Madras, by Sir Henry Pottinger, K.C.B., Governor of that Presidency; by Sir William Anderson, C.B., Governor of Ceylon; by the Honourable Lord Falkland, Governor of Western India; and the elite of all places visited by the Company.
Thu New York Serenaders beg to announce that they will give a short series of Entertainments prior to their departure for America.
PROGRAMME.
PART I.
Introductory Overture - By the Company
Opening chorus, "Ever be happy" (Music from the Enchantress) - Company
Poor Aunt Dinah - Mr. Pierce
The Dandy Broadway Swell - Mr. Kitts
All the Old Folks are gone - Mr. Nash
Jenny get your hoe cake done - Mr. Reading
The Darky Schoolmaster, trio - Messrs. Kitts, Nash, and Pierce
Poor Mary Cook - Mr. Nash
Stop dat Knocking - Mr. Pierce
(intermission of ten minutes.)
PART II.
Duet, flutina and guitar - Messrs. Pierce and Nash.
PART III.
Medley Overture and Chorus - Company
Black-eyed Susannah - Mr. Nash
The Old Folks at Home - Mr. Kitts
Way down in Cario [sic, Cairo] - Mr. Reading
Picayune Butler - Mr. Pierce
Jenny Lane - Mr. Nash
Old Tar Riber - Mr. Lee
The [REDACTED]s from the South - Mr. Pierce
Prices of admission: - Reserved Seats, 4s.; Stall Seats, 3s.; Back Seats, 2s. . . .

"THE NEW YORK SERENADERS", Bathurst Free Press and Mining Journal [NSW] (10 September 1853), 2

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The monotony of our Bathurst existence has been broken during the past week by the performances of the New York Serenaders, who on Monday night last hanselled Mr. White's Theatre Royal, with a bumping house and have since been performing nightly. Their programmes have consisted of popular duets, glees and quartettes, and negro melodies. Of the latter they have an excellent assortment, many of which have never before been heard in Bathurst. Their choruses are generally executed in a superior style, the beauty of which consists in their well attuned voices, the result of long practice. Mr. Kitts bass is full, deep, and powerful, and Mr. Pierce has a respectable tenor, and plays very tastefully on the concertino [sic]; but the forte of the company evidently consists in chorus singing. By their advertised notices we perceive that they purpose visiting the Turon in a few days, where we doubt not their presence will be gladly hailed.

"NEW YORK SERENADERS", Illustrated Sydney News (29 October 1853), 6

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We were glad to see such an excellent attendance in the Royal Hotel, on Monday last. The programme was well selected, and the company, individually, went through it with much spirit. "Old Folks at Home," "Phantom Chorus," "Nelly was a Lady," "Way Down in Cairo," "Life by the Galley Fire," and "Old Tar River," were sung with the same good taste which so evidently marked the success of Rainer's party. We admired Mr. Pierce's solo on the flutina. He bids fair to rival our old friend Bryant. The evening's enjoyments were sustained with the usual quiet joke and repartee. The concert announced for Wednesday evening was put off till last night, in consequence of the inclement state of the weather.

[Advertisement], Illustrated Sydney News (11 March 1854), 6

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GRAND MOVING PANORAMA of the AFRICAN AND AMERICAN SLAVE TRADE, in the great saloon of the Royal Hotel, every Evening next week. Ethiopian Melodies, &c., by Mr. Kitts.
Solos on the Concertina and Flutina each Evening, by Mr. J. P. Pierce [sic], late of the New York Serenaders.
Cards of Admission - 2s. to all parts of the House . . .
J. E. KITTS, Agent.

[Advertisement], The Argus [Melbourne, VIC] (1 June 1854), 8

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CRITERION HALL, Great Collins-street. Thursday Evening, June 1st, 1854.
Unrivalled Success of TOTTEN'S HARMONEONS . . .
Kitts, Pierce, Thayer, and Dixon . . . Baker . . . Lee . . . Clarke . . .
Musical Director - Mr. J. O. Pierce . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Elbert Totten (manager); Mark Thayer (minstrel); Frederick Dixon (minstrel); Mr. Baker (minstrel); Mr. Clarke (minstrel); Totten's Harmoneons

[Advertisement], Adelaide Times (7 September 1854), 1

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ROYAL VICTORIA THEATRE, GILLES ARCADE.
THIS EVENING (Thursday), September 7th, 1853.
First Grand ETHIOPIAN MUSICAL SOIREE of TOTTEN'S HARMONEONS . . .
The Company consists of the following gentlemen of acknowledged talent
Messrs. Pierce - Concertina and Flutina.
Kitts - Guitar.
Thayer - Violin.
Clark - Banjo.
Baker - Tambourine.
Lee - Bone Castanets . . .
The Music consists chiefly of the gems of different Operas, which have been parodied and adapted to the Ethiopian character . . .
E. TOTTEN, Manager.

"TOTTEN'S HARMONEONS", South Australian Register (14 November 1854), 3

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This company completed their short but successful season last evening . . . Pierce, in a short valedictory address, acknowledged gratefully on the part of the company, the success which has attended their South Australian campaign; and the entertainment concluded with "The Coloured Fancy Ball," which was repeated in compliance with an enthusiastic requisition . . .

[Advertisement], Adelaide Times (16 November 1854), 1

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THIS IS TO CERTIFY that we, the undersigned, do from this day resign all connection with the Company of Serenaders, known as TOTTEN'S HARMONEONS, having by mutual consent DISSOLVED PARTNERSHIP. ELBERT TOTTEN. JOHN O. PIERCE.

[Advertisement], The Argus [Melbourne, VIC], (9 December 1854), 8

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CREMORNE GARDENS. - Grand Gala and Nocturnal Fete. To-night, Saturday, entire change of Entertainments. Engagement of the Celebrated Herr Veit Rahm, the Tyrolese Singer and performer on the New Instrument, the Zither, in his national costume, as performed before Her Majesty, Mr. J. O. Pierce, the Renowned soloist on the Concertino and Flutina, will also have the honor of appearing, Mr. James Shaw, the admired Comic Vocalist, from the Theatre Royal, Liverpool, is also engaged . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Veit Rahm (zither); James Shaw (comic vocalist)

[Advertisement], The Argus [Melbourne, VIC] (24 February 1855), 8

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CONCERT HALL, Theatre Royal. Renewed Attraction . . .
The following Vocal Artistes are under engagement: -
Mrs. Hancock; Miss Louisa Swannell; Mrs. Onn; Mr. Hancock; Mr. Lyall; Mr. Sayers;
Mr. Pierce; Mr. Bryant; M. De Granville; Band of Twenty Solo Performers . . .
Mr. J. O. Pierce, in Local Songs . . .
Director, Mr. Callen.
Programme . . . Part I . . . Comic Song: "Life in Australia" - Mr. Pierce
Part II. . . . Solo, Concertina - Mr. Pierce . . .
Comic Song, "Two years ago" - Mr. Pierce . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: George Douglas Callen (conductor); Mary and Edward Hancock (vocalists); Louisa Swannell (vocalist); Constantia Onn (vocalist); Charles Lyall (vocalist); W. F. Sayer (vocalist); Mr. Bryant (not Jerry or Neil Bryant); Emile de Granville (vocalist)

"POLICE COURTS. ADELAIDE: FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 14. CHARGE OF CONSPIRACY", Adelaide Observer (15 September 1855), 4 supplement

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Elbert Totten, Harriet Totten, Townsend Duryea, Elizabeth Mary Duryea, and John Holthouse [Ottis] Peirce, were charged, on the information of Emanuel Solomon, with falsely and fraudulently conspiring to carry off Elizabeth Dorsetta Solomon, for the sake of the property she was entitled to as the daughter of the complainant; and also with conspiring to bring about a marriage between Miss Solomon and the said John Holthouse Peirce. The Crown Solicitor appeared for the prosecution; Mr. Sandford appeared for Mr. and Mrs. Totten; Mr. Moulden for Mr. and Mrs. Duryea; and Mr. Smith for Mr. Peirce. Emanuel Solomon stated that he is an auctioneer, and resides in Gilles-arcade. Elizabeth Dorsetta Solomon is his daughter. She was 16 years of age on the 26th of last July. He (complainant) knew the defendant, Mr. Totten; knew Mr. Duyea and his wife. Had some knowledge of Mr. Peirce as a professional musician. None of those parties were intimate with him or his family, so far as he knew. He never permitted an intimacy between his daughter and Mr. Peirce, nor did be know of it until the previous Friday night . . .

Elizabeth Dorsetta Solomon, who occupied a chair on the Bench, stated that she lived with her father, and was 16 last birthday. First knew Mr. Peirce about twelve months ago. Saw him at the Theatre. Her father did not know that she was acquainted with him. He never visited at her father's house. Had meetings with him at North Adelaide; the meetings were proposed by Mr. Peirce, and were not known to Mr. or Mrs. Solomon. Mr. Peirce, during these meetings, made no particular proposition to her . . .

The counsel for the defendants here protested against the mode in which the examination was conducted, as the actual answers of the witness were not heard. An alterations of position was made, and the examination was resumed - Mr. Peirce proposed to meet her (witness) at Mrs. Totten's, and she met him there about eight months ago. He made no other proposition to her. He talked to her of marriage . . . Mr. Peirce left the colony about seven months ago. After that time she received letters from him. She destroyed the letters after reading them. Believed they had been written by Mr. Peirce, having seen him write. She had answered some of the letters. The letters she received were addressed to Mr. Totten's . . .

"POLICE COURTS . . . WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 19 . . . CHARGE OF CONSPIRACY", Adelaide Observer (22 September 1855), 4

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Elbert Totten, Harriet Totten, Townsend Duryea, Elizabeth Mary Duryea, and John Holthouse [Ottis] Pierce, appeared on remand, charged with conspiring to carry off Elizabeth Dorsetta Solomon . . . The defendants were bound over in their own recognizances to answer any charge that might be preferred against them at the Sessions.

ASSOCIATIONS: Emanuel Solomon (c. 1800-1873; NSW convict, per Lady Castlereagh, 1818); Elizabeth Dorsetta Solomon (born SA, 1839; died NSW, 1914; married Samuel Myers, SA, 1858); Townsend Duryea (photographer)

"LAW AND CRIMINAL COURTS", South Australian Register (30 November 1855), 3

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Elbert Totten, Harriet Totten, Townsend Duryea, Elizabeth Mary Duryea, and John Ottis Pierce were charged with conspiracy, and pleaded not guilty. John Ottis Pierce was absent, and therefore his plea was not recorded, although evidence respecting him as principal was allowed to be given . . .

The case was opened by the reading of the several counts charging the defendants above-named with a conspiracy to inveigle and take away Elizabeth Dorsetta Solomon, an infant under age, and unmarried, from her father's (Emanuel Solomon's) care, and against his will and consent, for the purpose of marrying the said Elizabeth Dorsetta Solomon to John Ottis Pierce, one of the defendants, for motives of lucre and gain . . .

"BENEFIT OF MR. J. O. PIERCE", Bendigo Advertiser [VIC] (21 August 1856), 3

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This gentleman who for some 18 months has been a popular singer at the Shamrock Hall concerts, takes his benefit to-night . . . There are local songs by Thatcher, various musical pieces by Mr. Hancock and Messrs. Howson and Lyall, choruses by the whole company, and last, not least, comic songs by Mr. Pierce himself. Then there is the excellent playing on the cornet a-piston by the Messrs. Kohler, and the beautiful accompaniment of Mr. Salaman on the piano-forte . . . Mr. Pierce, too, is well entitled to the patronage of the Bendigo public, for he has been assiduous in his efforts to please and he has been exceedingly successful. He has a fund of comic humor, and is rather clever at original composition. The success and popularity of the concerts at this place have been in a considerable degree owing to him, and the public should not forget old friends to whom they owe the obligation of having beguiled many an otherwise tedious hour. We believe that the greater portion of the old company are about to leave, at all events for a time, and this is announced as Mr. Pierce's last benefit . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Charles Thatcher (comic vocalist); Frank Howson (vocalist); Richard and John Kohler (cornets); Edward Salamon (piano)

"MUSIC AND THE DRAMA", The Age [Melbourne, VIC] (2 February 1857), 3

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The Ovens Constitution, in speaking in the most favorable terms of the vocal efforts of Miss Octavia Hamilton, and M. Emile Coulon, at the El Dorado, Beechworth, enters a very strong but just protest against the style of Mr. Pierce's comic singing. Our contemporary says: - "He is, without doubt, a very talented comic singer, with a huge conception of the ridiculous, but an overpowering leaning towards the vulgar, if not the obscene. Mr. Pierce has mistaken the style of song suitable for a Beechworth audience. We all appreciate anything comic; but, when we are in the company of the softer sex, we tremble while listening to vulgar songs, lest each succeeding line should produce something worse. We have no hesitation whatever in characterising a few of the songs sung by Mr. Pierce, on the evening in question, as disgustingly obscene in their inferences, and scarcely less refined in their language. It is a pity that M. Coulon should have permitted this to take place, since it places a great bar in the way of the fair sex attending his concerts a second time, and thus deprives many of what is in reality, with the exception we have named, a very great treat. The piano accompaniments and the operatic solos of Herr Collin, deserve especial notice . . ."

ASSOCIATIONS: Octavia Hamilton (vocalist); Emile Coulon (vocalist); Leopold Collin (piano)

"CONCERT", The Sydney Morning Herald (20 August 1857), 8

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The Committee of the New South Wales Alliance for the Suppression of Intemperance gave a musical entertainment last evening in the School of Arts. The musical performances by the brothers Kohler and Mr. J. O. Pierce were superior, and elicited great applause from the audience, which was pretty numerous . . .

"THE XYLOPHONISTS", The Star [Ballarat, VIC] (24 September 1857), 3

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We regret that pressure on our space for the lats few days has prevented our noticing at length the performances of these talented musicians at the Montezuma Theatre. This much we briefly assure the public, that they discourse nightly most novel and eloquent wood-music, the Xylophones being none other than wooden instruments; while, on the cornet-a-pistons, the Brothers Kohler may claim to be without rivals in Victoria. Mr. J. O. Pierce, who is associated with them, is more than tolerable as a solo-singer . . .

[Advertisement], Portland Guardian and Normanby General Advertiser (1 April 1859), 3

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GRAND VOCAL AND INSTRUMENAL CONCERT AT MAC'S HOTEL, PORTLAND,
Supported by MR. J. O. PIERCE, The Renowned Vocal and Instrumental Performer,
and MR. J. SMALL, The Great Irish Comedian and Characteristic Vocalist, and
MONSR. F. LINDEN [sic], The celebrated Pianist . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Joe Small (vocalist); Otto Linden (piano)

[Advertisement], The Age (26 May 1859), 1

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HIPPODROME. Lonbdale Street . . . Wednesday and Thursday, May 25 and 26.
Elegant and Classical Olympian Sports, worthy the palmy days of Ancient Rome.
Nightly Achievements at the Hippodrome.
J. O. PIERCE Will sing his New Song, which was received with shouts of applause last night . . .

"THEATRICALS AND MUSIC . . . HEATHCOTE", Bell's Life in Victoria and Sporting Chronicle (24 September 1859), 2

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An excellent company of serenaders have been performing at the Heathcote hotel for the last month, consisting of Messrs. Small, Pierce, Dixon, Carson, Brown, and Kitts, and are still drawing good attendances. They present the most varied and attractive Ethiopian entertainment we have had on this gold field. Herr W. Gollmick is the pianist.

ASSOCIATIONS: Dave Carson (minstrel); Brown (minstrel); William Gollmick (piano)

"THEATRICALS AND MUSIC . . . HEATHCOTE", Bell's Life in Victoria and Sporting Chronicle (15 October 1859), 2

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Messrs. Kitts, Small, Pierce, Dixon, and Herr Gollmick (pianist), are still at the Heathcote Hotel, drawing good audiences . . .

"THE BACKUS MINSTRELS", Bell's Life in Tasmania [Hobart, TAS] (28 December 1859), 3

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The first performance of this Minstrel company took place at the theatre on Monday . . . Miss Backus [sic] and Mr. Pierce were repeatedly welcomed.

ASSOCIATIONS: Charles Backus (minstrel); Backus Minstrels

"THE RISLEY TROUPE", The Hobart Town Daily Mercury (18 April 1860), 2

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Professor Risley and his troupe will repeat their entertainment this evening at the Tasmanian Assembly Rooms, Bathurst Street, assisted by Mr. J. O. Pierce and his wonderful dog Don.

ASSOCIATIONS: Richard Risley Carlisle (gymnast)

[News], Empire (14 May 1860), 4

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Every class of entertainment must have its representative, as every science has its exponent, every art its master, and each will undoubtedly command the sympathies of a large number of followers and admirers according to the skill displayed by them in their respective spheres. All that is required to retain them is a due amount of proficiency of superiority, and Professor Risley and his assistants possess these in a very high degree. The Temperance Ball was, on Saturday evening, well attended, and these entertainments, when fully known, will no doubt attract crowded audiences, as every one on the present occasion appeared delighted with the amusement offered. The performance commenced with the exhibition of the really extraordinary executive musical powers of Mr. J. O. Pierce, known here as being connected formerly with a company of sable minstrels, who, in addition to his very delightful solo on the concertina, equal in point of musical perfection to that of any artist on this instrument, gave specimens of his ability on other instruments not known here, but which well deserve a word or two. The Rock Harmonicon, on which Mr. Pierce played " Old Dog Tray," "Scottish Melodies," and other pieces, was invented by one Richardson, a stonemason, who, with his sons (all gifted with most musical ears), whilst hewing the rocks in the quarries of Cumberland, was attracted by the musical sounds emitted. The family set to work, and did not rest till they had shapen the requisite number or keys in every gradation of the musical scale, an operation of the greatest difficulty, the stones frequently breaking, and the greatest nicety being required to effect purity of tone. A frame-work having been made the stone-keys were placed on ropes covered with straw, in two rows, the semi-tones being placed above. With this monster "rock band," as it was called - producing the tone of a full orchestra - the Messrs. Richardson - their music having been arranged a trois mains - created a furore throughout Europe. A similar instrument but on s smaller scale, is used by Mr. Pierce, and certainly if ever stones spoke they do under his manipulative powers. A second novelty introduced by him is the Sardinian tabor pipe, playing the most delightful variations on popular melodies, imitations of birds, &c. Of this instrument we need say that it is known by the name of the "Picco," being the little pipe with which the blind Sardinian minstrel Picco (whose portrait at the time appeared in the Illustrated London News) delighted and astonished all Europe. Another instrument, foreign to our orchestras was introduced by Mr. Pierce - an Hawaiian pianoforte, with wooden keys and, like the rock harmonicon played with the hammer. A similar instrument we remember to have seen in boyhood's days, at the East India Museum in London. Simple as its construction is, Mr. Pierce made the wood discourse most musically. Indeed, this part of the entertainment alone is worthy of many visits; and in its description we have left ourselves no space to describe the very elegant gymnastic evolutions of Professor Risley, his son, and M. Devoni . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Joseph Richardson and the Rock harmonicon

"MISS HAMILTON'S CONCERT", The Sydney Morning Herald (7 August 1860), 8

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Miss Octavia Hamilton, one of the late opera company of the Prince of Wales Theatre, gave a farewell concert last evening at the Exchange Hall . . . The second part of the concert formed a kind of Olla Podrida, consisting of a duo, from "Murino Fialiero," very beautifully given by Signori Coulon and Grossi. A solo on the concertina, which received an encore, and on the rock harmonicon, by Mr. J. O. Pierce, a German song by Herr Schluter . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Octavia Hamilton (vocalist); Emile Coulon (vocalist); Enrico Grossi (vocalist); Adolph Schluter (vocalist)

"PRINCE OF WALES THEATRE", Empire (27 August 1860), 4

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The programme for Friday night consisted of fifteen selections, and concluded with the laughable ballet of "The Village Coquette." The songs "Lilly Bell" and "Wait for the Waggon," were very tastefully rendered; and the already celebrated "Nip-up-dee-doe-den-dum," elicited roars of laughter from the audience. The performance on the rock harmonicon and the pine-stick by Mr. Pierce were very pretty, and the music discoursed by these rude instruments was astonishingly sweet and effective. "The Grand Challenge Dance," by Messrs. Burbank and Carson, was tumultuously applauded, and the "Village Coquette" kept the house in roars for nearly an hour. The success of the San Francisco Minstrels continues uninterrupted, and they draw crowded houses nightly. It is understood that a dramatic company will shortly be formed.

"THEATRICALS AND MUSIC . . . PRINCE OF WALES THEATRE", Bell's Life in Victoria and Sporting Chronicle (22 September 1860), 2

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Mr. Colville has become the lessee of this theatre, and he has initiated his reign with a bold stroke in favour of "black lyrics." The San Francisco Minstrels form a band of some seven or eight performers, and what they do is undoubtedly very clever. Mr. Walsh, who, since we daw him last, has adopted burnt cork - we trust to the advantage of his complexion - has a beautiful baritone, and sings in an unaffected, although not uncultivated, style. Mr. O. Burbank is an excellent dancer and a capital burlesque actor, and Mr. D. Carson, as a low comedian, need not fear comparison with any competitor of the same line. Mr. Demerest's utilities as a mock danseuse are well-known, and Mr. J. O. Pierce unites in himself many of the qualities of a good vocal and instrumental musician. The house has been exceedingly well attended.

"AUSTRALIAN THEATRICALS (FROM OUR OWN CORRESPONDENT) MELBOURNE, SEPTEMBER 25 . . . THE PRINCE OF WALES'S", The era [London, England] (18 November 1860), 13

Mr. Colville, of the Sydney Theatre, is now the lessee of this house, and opened with a troop of [REDACTED] melodists calling themselves the Californian Minstrels. There are nine of them; those worthy of notice, if any, are Walsh, a baritone; O. Burbank, dancer and burlesque actor; D. Carson, low comedian; Demerest, mock danseuse; and J. O. Pierce, a very fair instrumentalist.

ASSOCIATIONS: Samuel Colville (lessee); George Washington Demerest (minstrel); Otto Burbank (minstrel); Charles Walsh (minstrel); San Francisco Minstrels

"THEATRICALS AND MUSIC . . . HAMILTON", Bell's Life in Victoria and Sporting Chronicle (19 January 1861), 2

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The "metropolitans," Messrs. Johnson, Kitts, Linden, and Master Charlie Johnson, with Mr. Pierce and his wonderful canine performer, "Signora Don," have been playing to good audiences in this township. They are announced to appear at Portland on Monday next, the 21st, after which they proceed to Belfast and Warrnambool.

ASSOCIATIONS: Dog's name a reference to the actor and vocalist Emily Don

[Advertisement], The Argus (13 April 1861), 8

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ROYAL CHARTER MUSIC-HALL.
Mr. J. O. PIERCE, Mr. PERCIVAL, And SIGNORA DON
Are nightly applauded to the echo of
Johnson's last Comical and Musical Sketch
A PAPA'S PERPLEXITIES.
The great Irish Delineator,
PADDY DOYLE
Commences on Saturday.
Admission free.

ASSOCIATIONS: Charles Percival (vocalist); Jovial Johnson (comic vocalist)

[Advertisement], The Argus (27 June 1861), 8

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PRINCE OF WALES THEATRE. THIS EVENING, JUNE 27.
BENEFIT of Mr. T. P. BROWER, Of the San Francisco Minstrels,
On which occasion the following artistes will appear: -
Dave Carson, J. O. Pierce, G. W. Demerest, Billy White, W. Robson, A. Martin, and J. Lockyer,
In conjunction with the GREAT EQUESTRIAN TROUPE.

India and south Asia (1861-75):

"SHIPPING INTELLIGENCE . . . PASSENGERS DEPARTED FROM CALCUTTA", Homeward Mail from India, China and the East (26 February 1863), 8

Per Nubia - For Madras - Capt. Manderson, Mr. J. O. Pierce, Mr. T. P. Brower, Mr. D. Carson, Mr. Palin, and Mr. Campbell . . .

"OUR PORTRAIT GALLERY. DAVE CARSON, ETHIOPIAN COMEDIAN AND MANAGER", New York Clipper [USA] (25 May 1867), 2

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The subject of our sketch was born in March 1837. He has visited, professionally, almost every part of the globe. Left New York in '53, when only sixteen years of age, for Melbourne, Australia, where he arrived after a voyage of one hundred and five days. After visiting the principal gold mines, and performing with success at each, in 1856 he joined the party consisting of Tom Brower (Frank's brother, since dead), Otto Burbank (now with George Christy), W. A. Porter, G. W. Demerest, D. F. Boley, J. O. Pierce, and a number of others. The company was styled the San Francisco Minstrels, under which appellation they performed throughout New South Wales, Victoria, South Australia, Queensland, Van Dieman's Land and New Zealand . . . .

. . . Carson and Brower organized a company for India, which left Australia in August, 61. They arrived in due time at Calcutta . . . The company remained in India over five years, all the time as the San Francisco Minstrels, and there is not the slightest doubt that owing to the facility with which Carson attained Hindostaneee, the language of the country, and the manner in which he mimicked and caricatured a certain class of the native people, the great success with which the company met with was obtained. In May, '66, the boys dissolved partnership, owing to the desire to sea their native land once more. Brower died on the 15th of March, eight months after arriving home. Carson attended to him up to the last, and was one of the chief mourners at the funeral - Brower having been away sixteen years, Pierce about seventeen, and Carson nearly fourteen. Previous to their leaving India Carson and Pierce entered into an agreement with Tom McCollum, the great two horse rider, who had been coining money at Bombay with his circus; to bring out a circus, minstrel and ballet troupe. We clip the following from the Times of India, May 3rd, '66: -

"We are glad to be able to inform our readers that arrangements are in progress for providing Bombay with entertainments of a superior nature during the approaching cold season. The names of Messrs. McCollum, Carson and Pierce - the promoters of the scheme - will be a sufficient guarantee that it is no mere bubble. These gentleman have determined upon proceeding at once to Europe for the purpose of organizing an equestrian troupe, for which no one is more qualified than Mr. McCollum, a ballet troupe and a band of minstrels, to be presided over, as usual, by the facetious Dave. This latter gentleman wishes it to be particularly understood that he has no intention of laying aside the characters and impersonations which have made him so well known in India, but that he is merely proceeding to Europe by the overland route to pick up a renewed stock of health, fresh ideas, and the latest novelties . . ."

The arrangement fell through, owing to Pierce banking out at the last moment. Carson left India for Europe on the 6th of May, 1866 . . .

[News], The Age [Melbourne, VIC] (19 August 1867), 5

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[From New York Clipper article above]

[News], The Age (19 August 1867), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article185507585 

WHAT old colonist is there who does not remember jovial Dave Carson? The N. Y. Clipper has some interesting facts relating to him and others once well known in Australia. It appears that Burbank (the best negro minstrel this colony has ever seen) is not dead. It will be remembered that Carson, Brower, and J. O. Pierce organised a company for India, which left Australia in August, '61. They arrived in due time at Calcutta, where they astonished the Hindoos and Mohammedans not a little with their representations of the sports and pastimes of the Ethiopian race in the United States of America. After performing a season at Calcutta, with satisfaction to themselves and the public, they left the "City of Palaces" for a tour through Hindostan. The company remained in India over five years, all the time as the "San Francisco Minstrels," and there is not the slightest doubt that, owing to the facility with which Carson attained Hindostanee, the language of the country, and the manner in which he mimicked and caricatured a certain class of the native people, the great success with which the company met with was obtained. In May, 1866, the boys dissolved partnership, owing to the desire to see their native land once more. Brower died on the 15th of March, eight months after arriving home. Carson attended to him up to the last, and was one of the chief mourners at the funeral; Brower having been away sixteen years, Pierce about seventeen, and Carson nearly fourteen. Mr. Carson proposes leaving New York for Europe early in June, to organise another entertainment for India, in which country he is known as a favourite and established caterer for public amusements. Mr. Carson wears some magnificent diamonds, presented to him by Mr. Cowasjee Manockjee Limjee, a wealthy merchant of Bombay.

"CALCUTTA . . . PASSENGERS ARRIVED", Homeward Mail from India, China and the East (5 January 1874), 26

Per Sultan . . . Dave Carson and troupe, viz., Mr. Dave Carson, Mrs. Dave Carson, Mr. Harry Leslie, Mrs. Harry Leslie, Mr. J. O. Pierce, Mrs. J. O. Pierce, Mr. W. Hogarth, Mr. G. Nowille, Mr. G. H. Henri, Mr. J. C. Talbot . . .

"ORPHEUS OPERETTA COMPANY", Times of India (1 September 1875), 3

On Monday evening the above company, which is performing at Grant Road Theatre, changed their programme, and offered to the public a treat which was fully equal to that of the preceding week. The opening piece was Bishop's "Mynhear von Dunk" sung as a trio, and the rendering of it was such as to put the audience on the alert for something good to follow, as there could be no mistake about the excellent quality of Mr. Norville's tenor and Mr. Hogarth's baritone . . . Mr. Geo. Norville is a very good tenor . . . Harry Leslie was as comic as ever . . . Mr. J. O. Pierce sang a very humourous medly, called "Our Royal Guest, - which he has composed in reference to the approaching visit of the Prince of Wales. The same gentleman also performed on the lithophone with very great skill, and we hardly know whether the clear "ring" of the stuccato [sic] passages or the trilling of the legato passages were the more pleasing to the ear . . . The performance ended with a burlesque on the opera "Maritana" . . . It remains to add that Mrs. J. O. Pierce is an excellent accompaniest, and her playing all throughout was effective. Altogether the entertainment is one deserving of extensive patronage.


Bibliography and resources:

William L. Slout (ed.), Burnt cork and tambourines: a source book for Negro minstrelsy (n.p.: Borgo Press, 2007), 114 (San Francisco Minstrels), 147 (Carson, Dave)

https://books.google.com.au/books?id=TbOyfBvi32YC&pg=PA114 (PREVIEW)

https://books.google.com.au/books?id=TbOyfBvi32YC&pg=PA147 (PREVIEW)

Matthew W. Wittmann, Empire of culture: U.S. entertainers and the making of the Pacific circuit (Ph.D dissertation, University of Michigan, 2010), 51-53

http://hdl.handle.net/2027.42/75991 (DIGITISED)




PIERCE, Richard (Richard PIERCE; PEARCE)

Musician, violinist, fiddler, naval serviceman

Born Gillingham, Kent, England, 28 October 1829
Active Sydney, NSW, 1858

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Documentation:

[Notice], New South Wales Government Gazette (13 April 1858), 621

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article228398779 

DESCRIPTION of Stragglers from H. M. S. "Iris": -

Richard Pearce, musician, age 29 years, native of Gillingham, Kent, 5 feet 8 inches, black hair, hazel eyes; a very good fidler, and sings comic songs well. Former ship, "Hannibal" . . .

James Dery, private R. M., age 22 years, native of London, 5 feet 7 inches, dark hair, grey eyes; very ugly, round shoulders, and sings comic songs well; has been on the stage.

[Notice], New South Wales Government Gazette (17 September 1858), 1521

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article229601212 

DESCRIPTION of Stragglers from Her Majesty's Ship "Iris": -

Richard Pierce, musician, native of Chatham, 27 years of age, 5 feet 8 inches high, black hair, hazel eyes, former ship "Hannibal" . . .

[Notice], New South Wales Government Gazette (7 December 1858), 2158

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article229602946 

[Notice], New South Wales Government Gazette (27 March 1860), 613

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article230041226 

. . . Richard Pierce, musician, native of Gillingham, Kent, born 28 October, 1829, 5ft. Sin. high, black hail, hazel eyes, former ship, "Hannibal."




PIERSON, Eliza (Eliza PIERSON; Mrs. E. PIERSON)

Professor of the harp, pianoforte, and guitar

Born ? England, c. 1784/85
Arrived (1) Sydney, NSW, ? by March 1834
Arrived (2) Sydney, NSW, 23 January 1838 (per Marquis of Hastings, from London and Cowes, 20 September 1837)
Died Sydney, NSW, 5 August 1849, aged 65

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Documentation:

[Advertisement], Cheltenham Journal [England] (22 June 1829), 2

[Advertisement], Cheltenham Journal and Gloucestershire Fashionable Weekly Gazette [England] (22 June 1829), 2

https://www.britishnewspaperarchive.co.uk/viewer/bl/0002214/18290622/012/0002 (PAYWALL)

MRS. PIERSON, Teacher of the Spanish Guitar, Piano Forte, and the French Language, HAS the honour to acquaint the Nobility and Gentry, that the Midsummer Vacation having commenced, she is now more disengaged to GIVE PRIVATE LESSONS to YOUNG LADIES and ADULTS on MODERATE TERMS, at home or abroad.
MISS PIERSON continues to give Lessons, as usual, on the HARP, DANCING, and DRAWING.
MONTAGUE COTTAGE, Portland Street, Cheltenham, Next to the Masonic Hall,

[Advertisement], The Sydney Herald (24 March 1834), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12848951 

PRIVATE TUITION, ON the Spanish Guitar and Piano Forte, by Mrs. PEARSON [sic], No. 105, Pitt-street, Sydney.
Mrs. P. continues to give lessons in the French Language, Geography, and the use of the Globes.

[Advertisement], The Sydney Gazette and New South Wales Advertiser (27 March 1834), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2215734 

PRIVATE TUITION, ON the Spanish Guitar and Pianoforte, by Mrs. PIERSON, No. 105, Pitt-street, Sydney.
Mrs. P. continues to give Lessons in the French Language, Geography, and the "Use of the Globes.

[Advertisement], The Sydney Gazette and New South Wales Advertiser (21 February 1835), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2197388 

BOARD AND LODGING (OR LODGING ONLY), AT PITT-STREET, NEAR THE COURTS AND OFFICES. FOR Gentlemen or Families, in an Establishment of respectability, conducted by Mrs. Pierson, recently arrived from England, No. 105, Pitt-street, Sydney.

"SHIPPING INTELLIGENCE. ARRIVALS", The Sydney Herald (25 January 1838), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12861282

From London, on Tuesday, having left Cowes September 20, the ship Marquis of Hastings, Captain Simpson, with merchandise. Passengers . . . Mrs. Eliza Pierson . . .

[Advertisement], The Sydney Herald (15 February 1838), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12861124

A CARD. A LADY recently arrived from London, Mrs. E. Pierson, Teacher of the Harp and Pianoforte, begs to acquaint the Gentry and Families of Sydney and its environs, that she gives Lessons on that fashionable instrument the Harp, either at home or abroad. Mrs. E. P. has likewise imported a quantity of new Music elegantly arranged for the Harp, Piano-forte, and Guitar. Terms may be known at Mrs. Best's, 105, Pitt-street.

[Advertisement], The Sydney Herald (20 July 1838), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12855858

MRS. E. PIERSON having changed her Residence from Pitt-street to Hunter-street, near Macquarie-street, requests to inform the Gentry and Inhabitants of Sydney, that she continues to give Lessons both at home and abroad, on the Harp and Pianoforte, also on the Guitar. Instruction Books and Music may be had for the above Instruments. A fine brilliant toned double-action Harp to be sold, and a beautiful Piccolo Pianoforte on Trusses, made by Wernum [sic] the sole Inventor and Patentee.
N. B. - Wanted a steady Man Servant that can Cook; likewise a Housemaid.

ASSOCIATIONS: Robert Wornum (pianoforte maker)

[Advertisement], The Colonist (29 December 1838), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article31722277

MRS. E. PIERSON, Professor of the HARP, PIANOFORTE, and GUITAR, requests to inform the Inhabitants of Sydney and its vicinity, that she has removed from Hunter-street, to No. 5, Terry's Buildings, Pitt-street, near Hunter-street, where she continues to give lessons at home and abroad on the Harp, Pianoforte, and Guitar. Mrs. P. has Instruction Books, and Music for the above Instruments.
* Harps and Pianofortes to be let on hire.

[Advertisement], The Sydney Herald (1 July 1839), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12862135

MRS. PIERSON, requests to inform her Friends and the inhabitants of Sydney and its vicinity, that she continues to give lessons on the HARP, PIANOFORTE, and GUITAR at home and abroad. Residence at No. 4, Terry's New Buildings, Pitt-street.
N. B. Harps, Pianofortes, and Guitars lent on hire.

Memorial, 9 September 1839, lease and counterpart, Rosetta Teryt to Eliza Pierson; land grants, registers of memorials, 1793-1839; State Records Authority of NSW

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/5117/images/41492_330033-00204 (PAYWALL)

. . . situate on the East side of Pitt Street Sydney now in the occupation of the s'd Eliza Pierson . . . One hundred and sixty pounds per annum payable quarterly to hold for the space of five years from the date of lease . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Rosetta Terry (widow of Samuel Terry)

[Advertisement], The Sydney Herald (28 October 1839), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12856070

A CARD. - Mrs. Pierson requests to inform the Inhabitants of Sydney and its vicinity, that she continues to give Lessons on the Harp, Piano Forte and Guitar, at her residence, 4, Pitt-street, North, three doors from King-street.

[Advertisement], The Sydney Herald (2 February 1841), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12867640

[A CARD.] MRS. PIERSON requests to inform the friends of her pupils and the inhabitants of Sydney that she has recommenced giving lessons to young ladies on the pianoforte, harp, and guitar, both at home and abroad. No. 4 Pitt-street, near King-street.

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (5 December 1843), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12413810 

A CARD. MRS. PIERSON requests to inform the inhabitants of Sydney, that she intends to receive a limited number of young ladies as daily pupils, either to commence or finish their education. They will be taught English and French grammatically, Writing, Arithmetic, Geography, History, ancient and modern, also plain and fancy Needlework.
£ s. d Terms - for the above general Instruction - per quarter - 2 2 0
Music / Pianoforte - 2 2 0
Harp and Guitar, each - 3 3 0
Singing - 2 2 0
Drawing - 1 10 0
Dancing - 2 2 0
School to commence 9th January, 1844, at Mrs. Pierson's residence, No. 4, Pitt-street, near King-street.

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (29 June 1844), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article28651534

EDUCATION. MRS. PIERSON begs leave to inform the inhabitants of Sydney and its environs that, in addition to her daily pupils, she proposes to receive four young ladies as BOARDERS, between the ages of six and sixteen, to educate them like gentlewomen, and where they will be taught every useful and elegant accomplishment, based upon solid principles - not very often regarded in the tuition of young minds, but which Mrs. Pierson considers of the first importance, as the mind is the stature of the man or woman.
The school re-commences on the 8th July.
312, Pitt-street, near King-street.

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (8 July 1847), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12901226

THE Pianoforte, Harp, and Guitar, taught by Mrs. Pierson, who requests to inform the parents and friends of her pupils, that the Midsummer vacation ends on Thursday, 15th instant, when she will be happy to resume their instruction on the Pianoforte, &c., &c.
Mrs. Pierson receives young ladies at her residence, to teach all, or any of the above fashionable instruments, or can attend at their houses.
No. 312, Pitt-street, July 7.

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (30 December 1848), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article28646993 

THE PIANOFORTE. HARP, AND GUITAR. YOUNG LADIES are taught the M. above elegant accomplishments by Mrs. PIERSON, at her house, 312, Pitt-street, or at the residence of her pupils. The Christmas vacation ends 15th January, 1849. Mrs. Pierson also gives instruction in the French language. December 30.

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (7 July 1849), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12904505 

INSTRUCTION ON THE PIANOFORTE, HARP, AND GUITAR. MRS. PIERSON requests to inform her pupils that the Vacation ends on the 16th July, when she will be happy to resume their Musical studies. Mrs. Pierson would receive two more at her house, to instruct on the above fashionable instruments. 312, Pitt-street, July 7.

"DIED", The Sydney Morning Herald (6 August 1849), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12910869

Mrs. Eliza Pierson, at her residence, 312, Pitt-street, Sydney, after a few days' illness, aged 65 years, much regretted by all who knew her.




PIESSE, Frederick Henry (Frederick Henry PIESSE; F. H. PIESSE)

Musical amateur

Born London, England, 1822; baptised St. James, Clerkenwell, 13 October 1822; son of Charles Augustus PIESSE (1787-1836) and Elizabeth MARSH (d. 1840)
Active Hobart Town, VDL (TAS), 1849
Died Hobart, TAS, 21 March 1886, aged "64/65"

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Documentation:

[Advertisement], The Courier (21 July 1849), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2965455 

Hobart Town Choral Society. Hobart Town, July 17, 1849.
SIR, - We Respectfully request you will be pleased to convene a Special General Meeting of the Members of the Choral Society, for the purpose of considering the state of its funds, and for other business connected therewith. - We are, Sir, your obedient servants,
Joseph Hone, Jos. Reichenberg, James Thomson,
B. H. Creswell, J. Marshall, J. Martin, W. Dossetor,
W. Belbin, Henry Elliott, C. F. Creswell.
The Secretary Hobart Town Choral Society.
In compliance with the above requisition, I hereby convene a SPECIAL GENERAL MEETING of the members of the Hobart Town Choral Society, to take place in the Hall of the Mechanics' Institute, Melville street, on TUESDAY EVENING NEXT, 24th instant, at 7 o'clock precisely. F. H. PIESSE, Hon. Sec. Hobart Town, July 20, 1849.

"OBITUARY", The Mercury (22 March 1886), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article9119312 




PIESING, James (James PIESING)

Leader of a juvenile temperance band, amateur musician, musical instructor

Born Guernsey, Channel Islands, 1821
Married Julia BOWDEN (d. 1893), by 1851
Arrived Adelaide, SA, by December 1854
Arrived VIC, c. 1860
Died Melbourne, VIC, 1904, aged 83

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Documentation:

Channel islands census, 1841, St. Peter Port, Guernsey; UK National Archives, HO 107 / 1460 / 11

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/8980/images/GUEHO107_1460_1460-0481 (PAYWALL)

Henry Piesing / 51 / Tobacconist / [born England]
Charity [Piesing] / 53 / - / [born England] . . .
James H'y [Piesing] / 20 / Painter & Glazier / [born Guernsey]

Channel islands census, 30 March 1851, St. Heliers, Jersey; UK NAtional Archives, HO 107 / 2527

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/8862/images/JERHO107_2527_2527-0270 (PAYWALL)

21 Hils Street / James Peercy [sic] / Head / 29 / Painter / [born] Guernsey
Julia [Peercy] / Wife / 28 / - / [born] England

"TEMPERANCE MEETING", Adelaide Times (2 December 1854), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article207019889 

A respectably attended meeting of the Total Abstinence Society was held yesterday evening in the Christ Church School room, North Adelaide, Mr. Wm. Crabb in the chair; and entertaining and impressive addresses were delivered by Mr. S. Morcom and Mr. Thos. Williams, followed by an address from Mr. Piesing, a temperance lecturer just arrived from Jersey, who in a telling manner set forth the evils arising from drunkenness. At the close of the meeting several persons signed the pledge.

"THE TEMPERANCE MOVEMENT", South Australian Register (4 November 1856), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article49759673

A number of juvenile musicians, who have been for some months past under training by their superintendent, Mr. Piesing, of Tynte-street, North Adelaide, occupied a prominent position on the orchestral platform, and with their "merry, merry fifes and drums", made the spacious hall reverberate with dulcet harmony.

"TEMPERANCE MEETINGS", South Australian Register (4 November 1857), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article49208331

The annual gathering of the members of the Total Abstinence Society and their friends took place during the present week under circumstances of more than ordinary interest . . . A temperance hall of capacious dimensions has been commenced in Tynte street, North Adelaide, and though only the bare walls have been erected, the members of the Society have contrived to turn it to present account by means of an awning and other appliances . . . On Sunday last three sermons were preached on behalf of the temperance enterprise . . . Mr. King presided at the harmonium. On Monday evening the aggregate meeting of the Band of Hope look place in the same building . . . The juvenile band, led by their Superintendent, Mr. Piesing . . . played several airs . . .

"THE FORMER DAYS. By REV. T. E. KEEN", Australian Christian Commonwealth (18 December 1908), 13

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article213590024 

"Ye hills and ye dales in praises abound,
Ye mountains and vales continue the sound,
Break forth into singing ye trees of the wood,
For Jesus is bringing lost sinners to God."
These words were often sung in the Adelaide Bible Christian circuit back in the year 1855 . . . what is more natural than that some one present should strike up the above verse of a hymn to the tune of "Portugal New," which admits of the first part of the last line being thrice repeated?
. . . And when I think of my fellow-workers, the late Samuel Coombe, John Rundle, Peter P. Dungey, J. Venning, J. Piesing, Geo. Denman, and many others . . .

MUSIC: Portuguese new (hymn tune) = Adeste fideles

"DIAMOND JUBILEE OF BOWDEN METHODIST SUNDAY-SCHOOL", Australian Christian Commonwealth (24 May 1912), 14

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article213594321 

. . . Other Sunday-school superintendents in pioneer times were John Robins Rundle, James Piesing, Joseph Barnes, and Samuel Coombe. I have just received pictures of Mr. and Mrs. Piesing and their son, the latter now resident in Balaclava, Victoria. These pictures are the gift of the son and will be hung in one of our classrooms . . .




PIETERSZOON, Cornelis ("den dicke trompetter" [Cornelis the fat trumpeter])

Under-trumpeter (Batavia)

Active Houtman Abrolhos, WA, 1629
Died, ? 1629

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Documentation:

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/chronicle1542-1800.php#1629-06-04-Batavia 


Bibliography and resources:

Csilla E. Ariese, Databases of the people aboard the VOC ships Batavia (1629) and Zeewijk (1727) - An analysis of the potential for finding the Dutch castaways' human remains in Australia (Fremantle: Australian National Centre of Excellence for Maritime Archaeology, 2012)

https://openaccess.leidenuniv.nl/handle/1887/23580

https://trove.nla.gov.au/version/187154703

Ralph J. G. Henssen, Trompetters en tamboers in de Zeeuwse zeevaart ten tijde van de Republiek: plichten en Praktijken (thesis, Utrecht University, 2011)

http://dspace.library.uu.nl/handle/1874/204412




PIETZKER, William (William PIETZKER; Mr. PIETZKER; HERR W. PIETZKER)

Professor of music, pianoforte, violin, accordion, singing, merchant, horticulturalist

Born Berlin, Prussia, c. 1820; son of Charles (Carl) PIETZKER and Augusta
Arrived Melbourne, VIC, by June 1849 (from Berlin)
Naturalised Melbourne, VIC, 23 December 1852 (aged "32")
Married Rebecca INNIS (d. 1870), Ovalau, Fiji, c. 1859/60
Died Darlinghurst, Sydney, NSW, 3 February 1898, aged 78

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PIETZKER, Florence Maud (Florence Maud PIETZKER; Mrs. Edward John Fitzgerald MARTIN)

Pianist, vocalist

Born Fiji, c. 1860/61; daughter of William PIETZKER and Rebecca INNES
Married Edward John Fitzgerald MARTIN, Sydney, NSW, 6 July 1878

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Summary:

Billed as a "Professor of Music from Berlin" and a "pupil of" Felix Mendelssohn, Pietzker first appeared in a Melbourne concerts in April and June 1849 as a pianist playing Weber and Beethoven, and again in December playing second violin in Haydn's "Emperor" quartet under Joseph Megson.

He was last billed in Melbourne among the violins in the Philharmonic band in December 1854.

By 1859, he was in Fiji, and by late 1863 in Maryborough, Queensland, where for the next seven years he was a prominent in community, agricultural, and business circles. After an insolvency in 1868/69, he returned to music teaching, and continued to teach music after settling in Sydney in 1871 and until as late as mid 1892.

A keen horticulturalist, Pietzker set up a fruit-growing business at Mildura in 1893, which was later taken over by his nephew, Hugo Pietzker, a former major in the Swiss Army.

In 1880, his Fijian-born daughter Florence Pietzker launched her career a pianist and teacher in Tasmania.


Documentation:

[Advertisement], The Melbourne Daily News (14 April 1849), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article226472382 

Mechanics' Institution. MUSIC CLASS.
Patrons - His Honor the Superintendent. His Honor the Resident Judge.
THE Members of the Class beg to announce that they will give their Public Concert, in the Room of the Mechanics' Institute, On TUESDAY Next, 17th Inst.
PROGRAMME. 1st Part. Overture - "Tancredi" - Rossini.
Song - "Der erste Kuss" - "The first Kiss" (by Mr. M. Sachs) - German.
Solo - Pianoforte (by Mr. Pietzker) - Weber . . .
Solo - Violin (by Mr. Megson) - L'Maurer.
Part II . . . Song - "Hear me gentle Maritana" - Opera "Maritana" - Violin Obligato - (by Mr. Griffiths) - Wallace . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Joseph Megson (violin, leader); Joseph Griffiths (violin)

[Advertisement], The Argus (8 June 1849), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4769324

Mechanics' Institution. MUSIC CLASS . . . their Fourth Public Concert, in the Room of the Mechanics' Institute, ON TUESDAY EVENING, 12th INSTANT. PROGRAMME: 1ST PART. Overture - L'Italiana in Algieri - Rossini. Vocal Quartette - Die Kapelle, (German) - Kreutzer. Solo - Piano forte, (by Mr. Pietzker) - Beethoven Song - "The delightful flower," (by Mr. Young) - Balfe . . . SECOND PART . . . Solo - Violoncello - (by Mr. Thompson) . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Charles Young (vocalist); John Charles Thompson (cello)

[Advertisement], The Argus (2 July 1849), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article255610529 

[A Card.] MR. W. PIETZKER, From Berlin, PROFESSOR OF MUSIC,
AT the commencement of a new quarter has the honor to inform the gentry of Melbourne that he continues to give lessons on the Piano-forte, Violin, and Accordion, and singing, on reasonable terms, which may be learned on application at his residence, Great Bourke-street, Barwick Terrace.
Pianos thoroughly repaired and tuned, as well as all other kinds of Musical Instruments.

[Advertisement], The Argus (29 September 1849), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4772312

A CARD. MR. W. PIETZKER, From Berlin, PROFESSOR OF MUSIC,
AT the commencement of a new Quarter, has the honor to inform the gentry of Melbourne, that be continues to give lessons on the Pianoforte, the Violin, and other Instruments, on reasonable terms, which may be learnt on application at his residence, Russell Street, next door to the Australia Felix Hotel.
Pianos thoroughly repaired and tuned.

[Advertisement], The Argus (6 December 1849), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4771711

Mechanics' Institute. MUSIC CLASS . . .
their SEVENTH PUBLIC CONCERT . . . THIS EVENING (THURSDAY) 7th December.
PROGRAMME: PART I. - Overture - 'Masaniello' - Auber . . .
Overture: 'Bohemian Girl' - Balfe.
PART II. Overture: 'Zauberflote' - Mozart . . .
Quartette: (Instrumental) God preserve the Emperor - Haydn (introduced under Mr. Reed)
Principal Violin: Mr. Megson.
Second Violin: Mr. Pietzker.
Violin: Mr. Reed.
Violoncello. Mr. Thomson . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Thomas Reed (viola)

[Advertisement], The Melbourne Daily News (26 January 1850), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article226323571

GRAND CONCERT . . . MRS. REYNOLDS . . .
in the hall of the MECHANICS' INSTITUTE, ON THURSDAY EVENING, 3 1st JAN., 1860.
MRS. REYNOLDS will be kindly assisted in the Vocal Department by several Amateur Singers.
Leader of the Band - MR. MEGSON.
Solo Violinchello - MR. THOMPSON.
Solo Violin - MR. MEGSON.
Pianist - MR. PIETZKER.
PROGRAMME: PART I. OVERTURE - "Le Nozze di Figaro" - Mozart
SONG - "We may be happy yet" Mrs. Reynolds - Balfe
SOLO - Violin - Mr. Megson - Maurer
DUET - "Jeannette and Jeanot" - Mrs. Reynolds and Mr. Young - Glover
SONG - "Afloat on the Ocean" - Mr. Salter - Loder
SONG - "I knew him in his childhood," - Words by Mr. Reynolds - Music by Mr. Megson.
SONG & CHORUS - "Rosa Lee" - Mr. Young and gentlemen -
PART II. OVERTURE - "Semiramide" - Rossini
SONG - "Rataplan" (by desire) - Mrs. Reynolds - Donizetti
SOLO - "Violinchello -
SONG - "The old Watermill" - Mr. Young -
DUET - "I'll watch for Thee" - Miss Somers and Mrs. Reynolds - Loder
SONG - "Drink, Sing, Laugh" - Mr. Salter - Romer
DUET - Singing Lesson, Sol Fa - Mrs. Reynolds and Mr. Young - Parry
FINALE - (Vocal and Instrumental) - "God save the Queen" . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Mrs. Reynolds (vocalist); Mr. Salter (vocalist)

[Advertisement], The Argus (25 March 1850), 2

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QUEEN'S THEATRE ROYAL. SARA FLOWER'S FAREWELL CONCERT ON TOMORROW EVENING, 26TH. INST.
MR. REED HAS the honor to announce the above Concert, assisted by
MISS EMMA REED, MR. YOUNG, MR. TROY KNIGHT, MR. MEGSON, MR. THOMSON, MR. LORD,
MR. PEITZKER [sic], MR. TOMKIN, MR. HOOLEY, MR. GREENWOOD, MR. WOODWARD, &c., &c.
And the SAX HORN BAND.
CONDUCTOR - MR. REED . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Sara Flower (vocalist); Troy Knight (vocalist)

[Advertisement], The Argus (28 May 1850), 2

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Mechanics' School of Arts Music Class.
THE Members of the class beg to announce that they will give a public concert in the Room of Mechanics' Institute on Thursday evening, 30th instant, under the direction of Mr. Reed.
VOCAL PERFORMERS - Mr. Young, Mr. Troy Knight, Mr. Walter, Mr. S. Kawerau, Mr. T. Kawerau.
INSTRUMENTAL PERFORMERS - Mr. Reed, Mr. Woodward, Mr. Pietzker, Mr. Gooch, Mr. Jenkins, Mr. Lord, Mr. Greenwood, Mr. Smith, and the members of the music class . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Frederick and Theodore Kawerau (vocalists)

[Advertisement], The Argus (31 July 1850), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4770257

MR. W. PIETZCKER, PROFESSOR OF MUSIC,
IN removing from his former residence in Russell-street to the New House in Stephen-street South, next door to Mr. Dalgety's, begs to tender his sincere thanks for the patronage with which he has been hitherto favored, and to state, that he continues the practice of his profession as Teacher of the Piano, the Violin, and Singing, and will be happy in give his attendance at Schools and Private Houses on moderate terms.

[Advertisement], The Argus (13 March 1851), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4776702 

A CARD. MR. W. PIETZKER, PROFESSOR OF MUSIC,
IN removing to the country begs leave to thank his friends and the public, for the kind patronage they have bestowed upon him, and to intimate, that he continues to give lessons on the piano, the violin, and in singing in town and country, including St. Kilda and Brighton.
Pianos tuned upon the best principle.
For terms apply to Mr. T. Hunter, Bookseller, Elizabeth-street, where all orders and messages are to be left.

"INSOLVENT COURT. Monday, May 12th", The Melbourne Daily News (13 May 1851), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article226517731 

Before R. W. Pohlman Esqr., Chief Commissioner.
In the estate of Edward Butterfield, for Melbourne, schoolmaster: first and only meeting . . .

The Commissioner said that Mr. Pietzker could not prefer any claim until he had actually paid money on account of the bill.

Insolvent examined by Mr. Stephen . . . I do not recollect selling anything for the last two years. I sold a piano to Mr. Horton for £24. It was my own, I bought it of Mr. Pietzker, I paid for it partly in cash and partly by board and lodging. I have entirely paid for it. This is my signature (document produced being an agreement to rent a piano from Mr. W. Pietzker on payment of £2 2s monthly, the piano to become the property of Mr. Butterfield when the value of it was paid up, which world occupy one year). I paid Mr. Pietzker the rent for three months and then Mr. Pietzker came to live in my house to pay me at the rate of £70 per annum. He lived with me for six or nine months so that the piano was paid for. The arrangement for the board and lodging was of course consented to by Mr. Pietzker but there was no stipulation that it was to be set off against the piano. I had never received any money from Mr. Pietzker. He taught my pupils music &c. in part payment of his board, I never had any settlement of account with Mr. Pietzker. I have had no other dealings with Mr. Pietzker. Mr. Pietzker appears on my schedule as a creditor, on a bill for £12, and £3 balance of current account. He holds a bill for £15 for these amounts. I never balanced accounts with Mr. Pietzker. I owe him £15. I made a note of it, which is at Mrs. Butterfield's house. I think he taught eight, including both Mrs. Butterfield's school and my own; for teaching them he would receive two guineas for seven of these, and £1 10 for the other; during the three months before he lodged with me, he only taught two of my pupils - for one of them I paid him two guineas, and for the other I did not get paid myself. During the time he lodged with me, I think that his pupils, in my school, averaged five; he had played for the dancing class for tree months; he was to receive three guineas for this. He did not play at all for me for the time he lodged with me . . .

[Advertisement], The Argus (23 July 1851), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4779282 

MECHANICS' INSTITUTION MUSIC CLASS.
Under the patronage of His Excellency the Lieutenant Governor, His Honor the Judge, and His Worship the Mayor.
Thursday Weekly Subscription Concerts.
Principal Vocal and Instrumental Performers.
Mrs. Testar, Soprano
An Amateur, Alto and Violoncellist
Mr. H. F. Hemy, Tenore, and Pianist
Mr. Wheeler, Basso and Cornetto
Mr. Cooze, Buffo and Flautist
Mr. Pietzker, Violino Primo
Amateurs, Violini
Au Amateur, Clarionett
An Amateur, Saxe Tuba
Chorus &c. &c. by the Members of the Music class.
Conductor - Mr. Henry F. Hemy . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Elizabeth Testar (soprano vocalist); Henry Frederick Hemy (tenor vocalist, pianist); Stephen Wheeler (bass vocalist, cornet); William Cooze (vocalist, flute)

[Advertisement], The Argus (24 January 1852), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4782822 

MR. W. PIETZKER, Professor of Music . . . on moderate terms, which may be learnt on application to Mr. John Hunter, Bookseller, Elizabeth-street. Pianos tuned upon the best principle.

[Advertisement], The Argus (26 October 1854), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4799436 

VICTORIAN EXHIBITION. Melbourne, 1854. This Evening, Thursday, October 26th.
The Philharmonic Society will perform a Selection from Handel's Grand Oratorio of JUDAS MACCABAEUS . . .
Principal Instrumentalists: Violins: Messrs. Griffiths, King, Fleury, Strebinger, Wm. Radford, M. Radford, Ryder, Pietzker . . .

[Advertisement], The Argus (7 December 1854), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4801396

VICTORIAN EXHIBITION, Melbourne. Thursday Evening, December 7th, 1854 . . .
a Grand Miscellaneous, Vocal, and Instrumental Concert . . .
Instrumentalists: Violins: Messrs. Griffiths, King, Fleury, Strebinger, W. Radford, M. Radford, Ryder, Pietzker . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Joseph Griffiths (violin); Edward King (violin); Achille Fleury (violin); Frederick Strebinger (violin); William and Mark Radford (violins); George Ryder (violin)

After 1854:

"SHIPPING INTELLIGENCE. ARRIVED", South Australian Register [Adelaide, SA] (12 March 1856), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article49751343 

Tuesday, March 11 . . . The ship Meteor, 1067 tons, S. Pike, master, from Hongkong January 26. Cleve and Co., agents. Passengers - Mr. W. Peitzker, in the cabin; and 455 Chinese in the steerage.

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (6 April 1859), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13023359 

CAUTION. - From THIS DATE I will not be responsible for any debts or agreements Mr. HUGO PIETZKER may contract in my name. WILLIAM PIETZKER, Ovalau, Fee jee Islands, February 20th, 1859.

[Advertisement], The Courier [Brisbane, QLD] (5 October 1863), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article3166079

[A CARD.] MR. W. PIETZKER, FROM BERLIN, PROFESSOR OF MUSIC.
HAS the honor to inform the Gentry of Brisbane and its vicinity that he will be happy to give LESSONS on the Pianoforte, Violin, and in Singing, on reasonable terms, which may be learned on application at his residence in Mary-street, second house from Edward-street.
Instruments tuned and repaired.

Maryborough, QLD (1863-70):

[News], Maryborough Chronicle, Wide Bay and Burnett Advertiser (3 December 1863), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article150315362 

Mr. Pietzker, a professor of languages and of music, has been induced to settle in Maryborough to practice his profession. The field is a small but still an enlarging one, and we hope Mr. Peitzker will not be disappointed, even if at first the public support is scanty. The opportunity of acquiring these accomplishments often gives birth to the wish to do so. We would suggest to the committees of the School of Arts and of the Choral Society, that they would do well to secure the services of Mr. Pietzker, and form classes for the teaching of French, German, and Music. Mr. Pietzker has been also an extensive cultivator of cotton, and would be most happy to afford any information in his power, to persons wishing to experiment in this article. We believe it is Mr. Pietzker's intention to commence the cultivation of coffee himself as soon as he can procure suitable land in the neighbourhood of the town.

[Advertisement], Maryborough Chronicle, Wide Bay and Burnett Advertiser (3 December 1863), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article150315351 

MR. W. PIETZKER, PROFESSOR OF MUSIC, ANN STREET,
SOLICITS Pupils for PIANO, VIOLIN, and SINGING, at home, or at the residence of his Pupils.
Terms: £3 3s. per quarter.
Pianos and all kinds of Musical Instruments Tuned and Repaired.
A Magnificent PIANO for sale.

[News], Maryborough Chronicle, Wide Bay and Burnett Advertiser (15 October 1868), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article148012678 

At a recent meeting of the committee of the School of Arts, the Secretary, Mr. Pietzker, who has held that office for nearly six years, tendered his resignation of the same. The resignation was accepted, but Mr. Pietzker was requested to continue to hold the post until the 14th of the next month, for the purpose of inducting his successor into office . . .

"POLICE COURT. Monday, December 28 (Before the Police Magistrate)", Maryborough Chronicle, Wide Bay and Burnett Advertiser (31 December 1868), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article148013266 

William Pietzker appeared on his own recognisances to answer the charge of using threatening language towards his wife, and also of assaulting her. Mr. Corser appeared for defendant. No appearance of complainant. Mr. Corser argued the case could not be dealt with in the absence of the complainant, and that defendant denied that complainant was his wife. The Police Magistrate held that it could be dealt with, and bound defendant in his own recognisances of £80 to keep the peace for three months.

[Advertisement], Maryborough Chronicle, Wide Bay and Burnett Advertiser (23 January 1869), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article148015306 

In the Insolvent Estate of W. Pietzker, Maryborough,
ALL Parties Indebted to the above Estate are requested to Settle without delay with the undersigned, who have full authority to grant Receipts and transact all Business connected with the above Estate.
DICKSON & DUNCAN, Agents for W. H. MISKEN, Official Assignee.

[Advertisement], Maryborough Chronicle, Wide Bay and Burnett Advertiser (7 August 1869), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article148018957 

MR. W. PIETZKER, PROFESSOR OF MUSIC,
HAVING resumed his Profession, will be happy to give LESSONS on the VIOLIN, the PIANO, and in SINGING.
Pianos Tuned and Repaired.

[Advertisement], Maryborough Chronicle, Wide Bay and Burnett Advertiser (22 January 1870), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article148016077 

Unrealised Assets, &c., of the Insolvent Estate of W. Pietzker . . .
to sell by public auction . . . THIS DAY . . .
All the Book Debts, together with the Official Assignee's right, title, and interest in the unrealised Assets . . .
Terms cash.

[Advertisement], Maryborough Chronicle, Wide Bay and Burnett Advertiser (9 August 1870), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article148036016 

In the Supreme Court of Queensland. ECCLESIASTICAL JURISDICTION. In the Goods of REBECCA INNIS, late of John-street, in the town of Maryborough in the Colony of Queensland, spinster, formerly bearing and using the name of Rebecca Pietzker, of Lennox-street, Maryborough afore?' said, deceased . . . that Probate of the Will of the Goods, Chattels, Credits, and Effects of the above named deceased may be granted to William Pritchard Morgan, late of Lennox-street, Maryborough aforesaid, but now of Adelaide-street, Maryborough aforesaid, Solicitor's Articled Clerk, the sole Executor and Trustee in the Will named . . .

After 1871:

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (19 April 1871), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13215819

MR. W. PIETZKER, Professor of Music (pupil of Mendelssohn). -
Instruction on the violin, the piano, and in singing, either at home or at the residence of his pupils.
Evening Classes for gentlemen. Schools attended to at reduced rates.
100, Harrington-street, Church-hill,

"MARRIAGES", The Sydney Morning Herald (20 July 1878), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article28393635 

MARTIN - PIETZKER. - July 6, at St. Michael's Church, by the Rev. Canon King, Edward J. Fitzgerald, late Lieutenant Bengal Calvary, fourth son of Major Martin, retired list, Bombay Artillery, to Florence Maud, only daughter of William Pietzker, Esq.

"AN EXTRAORDINARY DIVORCE SUIT", Newcastle Morning Herald and Miners' Advocate (31 March 1879), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article136008327 

. . . The respondent, his wife, Florence Maud Martin, formerly Florence Maud Pietzker, is a very prepossessing young lady of only nineteen years, and a native of Fiji, in the South Sea Islands. She is highly accomplished, being a perfect artist on the pianoforte, sings exquisitely, and is a fluent speaker of two or three foreign languages. Her father is a scholar and a music teacher of some note, and is now a resident in Sydney . . .

"UNPARALLELED DIVORCE CASE . . . THE DEFENCE", Evening News (2 May 1879), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article107151909 

. . . Mr. Pietzker, father of. respondent, examined by Mr. Pilcher: Witness is a native of Berlin. Been 30 years in the colonies, and 10 years in this colony. Witness is a professor of music. Mrs. Martin is witness's daughter. Remember when Mrs. Martin was married. Martin came, and said to witness that he wanted witness to lend him two or three hundred pounds to extend his business. Witness would not lend the money. Martin came three or four days after his marriage, and said he was fortunate in his wife. Witness knew his daughter was a good girl, but a little wild and extravagant. Martin said he would not take £1,000,000 for her. He came on a Monday, and said to witness, "Send your pupil away, I want to speak to you. Your daughter has committed suicide. I have got a diary." He said it was awful, and that 14 or 16 gentlemen had had criminal intimacy with Mrs. Martin. Martin read some pages, saying, "You and her have had intercourse." He would not let witness see the papers. Witness said, "You must have been disappointed she did not die." Martin said, "I came yesterday twice, and if you had been here I would have shot you dead." He further said, "I will ruin you, unless you let me clear out. You have had two children; although not rich, you have more than you require." Witness got out a warrant for threatening language, but that matter was settled. Witness paid about £40 for his daughter's wedding. Ever since his daughter's marriage, his relations have not been the same, and witness said he never would go and see Martin, but that did not extend to his daughter. There was no truth in the assertion that witness had intercourse with Mrs. Martin. Witness solemnly called God to witness that what he had just stated was true. Martin beat his wife until she wrote that letter. Witness is 60 years old. (Letter dated July 10, 1878, four days after the marriage, read to the witness). Witness knows of something that occurred the night before the wedding, but it is too disgusting for him to reveal. (Letter dated 12, 1878, written by the witness to his daughter, read).

Cross-examined by Mr. Buchanan: Witness's wife died 11 or 12 years ago when he was living with her. She was a little out of her mind, and they were not separated. Witness was married in Fiji by the American Consul, Mr. Williams, at Ovalau. He has had three children by his wife, one was given for adoption . . .

Charles Albert Pietzker, examined by Mr. Pilcher, stated he was son of the last witness. Was a clerk in the Castlemaine Brewery, and lived with his father and sister most of the time up to Martin's marriage. It is utterly untrue that witness had any improper intercourse with his sister. Remember telling his father of a disgusting act of Martin's just before the marriage. His father sent him downstairs to tell Martin to leave the house. Witness narrated some disgusting conversation he overheard Martin use, Martin told witness he would ruin his father by going round and telling the pupils . . .

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (2 January 1880), 1

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HERR W. PIETZKER, Professor of Music, will resume Tuition on Thursday, the 8th instant. 7, Stanley-st.

[Advertisement], Launceston Examiner (17 January 1880), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article38254382

MONDAY POPULAR CONCERTS. PAVILION. FIFTH SERIES. JANUARY 19, 1880.
Great Attraction!!! Fraulein Pietzker, The Great German Soloist,
Daughter of Herr Pietzker, pupil of MENDELSSOHN.
Engaged to perform on the Grand Pianoforte, by Lipp kindly lent to the management by A W. Birchall, Esq. . . .

"MUSICAL", Launceston Examiner (20 February 1880), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article38255517

We understand that Miss Florence Pietzker, pianiste, has been engaged by Signor Pompei to proceed to Hobart Town to take part in three operatic concerts which it is proposed to give at the capital, and in which Signora Fabris, Miss Eliza Sherwin, and lady and gentleman amateurs will take part. The combination will probably visit Launceston before leaving for New Zealand.

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (30 July 1892), 16

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article28265847 

HERR W. PIETZKER, Prof. of Music (piano, violin, singing), resumed tuition, 6 Park-st., 1st floor.

"ROUND THE SETTLEMENT. A Nest of Progressive Plantations. MEN WHO DESERVE SUCCESS", The Mildura Cultivator [VIC] (31 March 1894), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article76594592

. . . The kinsmen of William Tell generally make very desirable colonists, and the representatives who are here are certainly not the exceptions which prove the rule. One of them, although still brimful of patriotism for his native country, now claims to be an Australian, as well he might, for he has been a good citizen in the colonies for nearly 40 years. We refer to Mr. W. Pietzker, the owner of that progressive plantation in Koorlong-avenue to which has been given the name, "OVALAU." A strange name, some will say; still a name that was chosen for substantial reasons. It will be interesting to relate how this name came to be selected. About 30 years ago, after Mr. Pietzker had, in a few years, amassed several thousand pounds in Victoria, he, being of an adventurous disposition, joined an expedition to explore the islands in the Southern Pacific. It was intended to be a pleasure trip, although surrounded at that time with many difficulties. A schooner was fitted up in Sydney for the cruise, and was provisioned with all the good things that money could buy. Large supplies of gimcrack presents were stored on board for distribution among the natives - a very necessary precaution in those days. A11 went well until the Fiji group vas reached. The boat was making for Levuka, the then capital, where King Thakomban resided, when, by some blunder on the part of the skipper, she was driven on the rocks and became a total wreck. The passengers and crew were saved, and it was 12 months before they were able to return to civilisation. Mr. Pietzker, by making judicious presents to Thakomban , he having saved a good deal from the wreck, was very well treated by the dusky monarch, and he amused himself during his enforced stay on the island of Overlau, whereon Levuka is situated, by studying the flora and doing a little in the way of practical horticulture. He has so many pleasant recollections of his year's residence among the Fijians that he decided to call his new home in Mildura, and what he hopes to make his last earthly home, "Ovalau." And this "Ovalau" promises to be a pretty as well as a profitable home . . .

"Deaths", The Sydney Morning Herald (4 February 1898), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article14178989

PIETZKER. - February 3, 1898, at St. Vincent's Hospital, William Pietzker, aged 78 years.

"Music and Musicians", Table Talk (11 February 1898), 14

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article145860887

William Pietzker, who died last week at St. Vincent's Hospital, Sydney, at the age of 78 years, used to advertise himself as "a pupil of Mendelssohn."


Bibliography and resources:

William Thomas Pritchard, Polynesian reminiscences: or, Life in the South Pacific Islands (London: Chapman and Hall, 1866), 259-60

https://books.google.com.au/books?id=krOxFi-KHVAC&pg=PA259 (DIGITISED)




PIGUENIT, Mary Ann (Mary Ann IGGLESDEN; Mrs. Frederick PIGUENIT)

School teacher, ? teacher of music

Born Dover, England, 20 March 1808; daughter of William IGGLESDEN and Sarah HAYWARD
Arrived Hobart Town, VDL (TAS), December 1832
Married Frederick PIGUENIT (d. 1886), St. David's church, Hobart, 18 February 1833
Died Hunter's Hill, Sydney, NSW, 25 June 1892, aged 84 years

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Mary+Ann+Igglesden+Piguenit+1808-1892 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

http://nla.gov.au/nla.party-1483899 (NLA persistent identifier)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-P-2.php#PIGUENIT-Mary-Ann (shareable link to this entry)


Summary:

Mary Ann Igglesden came to Tasmania in 1832 to join her future husband, a transported convict Frederick Piguenit (d. 1886). They married on 18 February 1833; the painter William Charles Piguenit (1836-1914) was their son. She ran a school for young ladies, that offered French, music, and drawing as extras.


Documentation:

Register of births, Dover Baptist chapel, Kent, 1730-1837; UK National Archives

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/2972/images/40612_B0148169-00018 (PAYWALL)

Mary Ann Igglesden daughter of William & Sarah born at Dover March 20 1808 . . .

Marriages solemnized in the parish of Hobart Town . . . in the year 1833 ; Tasmanian names index; NAME_INDEXES:820198; RGD36/1/2 no 2088

https://stors.tas.gov.au/NI/820198 

https://stors.tas.gov.au/RGD36-1-2$init=RGD36-1-2P78 (DIGITISED)

No. 629 / Frederick Piguenit (Convict) of this Parish Bachelor (Per Royal George)
Mary Anne Igglesden of this Parish Spinster were married in the Church by Banns . . . this 18 February 1833 . . .

[Advertisement], Colonial Times (28 June 1836), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article8649187

Removal. MRS. PIGUENIT begs to inform her friends and the public, that she has removed her establishment from Kent House, New Town Road, to her former residence, Stanwell Hall, situate at the top of Barrack and Melville-streets, where she anticipates on the 4th July, re opening her seminary for the education of young ladies in every branch of useful and ornamental education, at her usual terms as under:
Annual Boarders, per quarter £9 0 0
Weekly ditto ditto 5 0 0
Day ditto ditto 3 0 0
Day Pupils ditto 2 0 0
French, music, dancing, and drawing are extras.
N B. - A quarters notice required prior to the removal of a pupil.
June 28, 1836.

"Deaths", The Sydney Morning Herald (28 June 1892), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article28269229

PIGUENIT. - June 25, at Saintongo, Hunter's Hill, Mary Ann, relict of the late Frederick Le Geyt Piguenit, aged 84 years.


Bibliography and resources:

"Mary Ann Piguenit", Design & Art Australia Online (DAAO)

http://www.daao.org.au/bio/mary-ann-piguenit

"Piguenit, William Charles (1836-1914)", Australian dictionary of biography 5 (1974)

http://adb.anu.edu.au/biography/piguenit-william-charles-4400

"William Piguenit", Wikipedia

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/William_Piguenit




PILGRIM, Ebenezer Pearson (Ebenezer Pearson PILGRIM)

Amateur vocalist, organist, choir-master

Born Hitcham, Suffolk, 7 December 1837; son of John PILGRIM and Susanna PEARSON
Arrived Adelaide, SA, 29 January 1850 (per Bolivar, from Gravesend, 5 October)
Married Sarah EKINS, North Adelaide, SA, 13 October 1875
Died Hyde Park, SA, 22 February 1916

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Ebenezer+Pilgrim+1837-1916 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-P-2.php#PILGRIM-Ebenezer (shareable link to this entry)


Documentation:

"PERSONAL", The Advertiser (23 February 1916), 6

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article8694173 

The death occurred on Tuesday evening at his residence, Westall-street, Hyde Park, of Mr. Ebenezer Pearson Pilgrim, who was a grand-nephew of Captain Matthew Flinders, the discoverer of South Australia. Mr. Pilgrim was born on December 7, 1837, at Chapel Farm, Hitcham, Suffolk, and was educated at the Newmarket Academy, Ipswich. He came to Australia with his parents in the ship "Bolivar" in January, 1850, and was first employed in the "Times" newspaper office, and later was associated with Messrs. Green & Co., land agents, and with Messrs. Parr & Luxmoore, who took over the business. He entered the Government service in the early seventies, and was connected with the accounts branch of the General Post-Office till 1904. Mr. Pilgrim, who was of a genial disposition, and was well liked, resided in North Adelaide for over 60 years, and he took a great interest in religious work in that part of the city. He was connected with the North Adelaide Congregational Church from its inception over 56 years ago, and he was organist at the church for two years, a deacon for 22 years, secretary for eight years, and treasurer for 11 years. He was an ardent worker in connection with the Sunday-school. The Philharmonic Society claimed him as a member for many years, and he was also associated with the Musical union. He left a widow, three sons (Messrs. E. P. Pilgrim, jun., of the Union Bank, Melbourne; J. F. Pilgrim, of the American Trading Company, Perth; and F. S. Pilgrim, of the Union Bank, Adelaide), and one daugnter (Miss F. K. Pilgrim, of Hyde Park).

ASSOCIATIONS: Matthew Flinders

"CARL LINGER MEMORIAL", The Advertiser (20 February 1936), 20

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article35410163 

. . . An interesting certificate has been brought to light by Mr. Fred Pilgrim, whose father took part in the first performance of Handel's "Messiah" conducted by Carl Linger in 1859. The certificate is signed by the chairman of the Handel festival committee (E. B. H. Granfield), the conductor (Carl Linger), choral master (J. W. Daniel), and the leader of the orchestra William Chapman). The certificate states that performances were given on April 13, 14, and 21 of the "Messiah" and "Alexander's Feast" in White's Rooms (where the Majestic Theatre now stands) . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Carl Linger (conductor); Josiah Daniel (chorusmaster); William Chapman (leader)




PILKINGTON, Miss (Miss PILKINGTON)

Proprietor of dissolving views show, ? pianist, vocalist

Active Melbourne, VIC, June 1855

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Documentation:

[Advertisement], The Argus (4 June 1855), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4809074

COSMOPOLYGRAPHICON. - First Night of Miss Pilkington's Evening Party, to which everybody is invited . . .
Entire Change of Views, Music, and Monologue . . .
English, Scotch, and Irish Scenes, accompanied by appropriate national music, every evening at eight o'clock.




PILKINGTON, Anna Elizabeth (Anna Elizabeth NORTH; Mrs. Henry PILKINGTON)

Professor of music

Arrived Melbourne, VIC, 27 June 1855 (per Marco Polo)
Died Ballarat, VIC, 19 March 1872

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PILKINGTON, Anna Alicia (Anna Alicia Whitestone PILKINGTON; Miss PILKINGTON; Mrs. Thomas Cave WILKINSON)

Pianist, professor of music, mezzo-soprano (soprano), contralto vocalist

Born Ireland, c. 1840/44; elder daughter of Henry PILKINGTON and Anna Elizabeth NORTH
Arrived Melbourne, VIC, 27 June 1855 (per Marco Polo)
Married Thomas Cave WILKINSON (c. 1844-1933), VIC, 9 September 1871 (divorced VIC, 1902, aged "58")

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Summary:

Anna Elizabeth Pilkington and her two daughters, Anna Alicia (aged "15") and Henrietta Margaretta Pilkington ("13") arrived in Melbourne on the Marco Polo on the 27 June 1855.


Documentation:

[Advertisement], The Argus (12 July 1855), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4811777

ROYAL MAIL SHIP MARCO POLO.- Williamstown, Australia, 27th June, 1855. -
Dear Sir,- We, the undersigned passengers by the Marco Polo, from Liverpool to Melbourne, cannot separate without expressing the high sense we entertain of your kindness and gentlemanly deportment towards us during the voyage . . .
We are, Dear Sir, Yours very faithfully . . .
Anna E. Pilkington . . . Anna A. Pilkington, Henrietta Pilkington . . .

[Advertisement], The Argus (27 February 1856), 7

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4831753

PIANOFORTE, Harmonium, and Harp.
Mrs. and Miss Pilkington give instruction after the most approved methods on the above instruments. Classes will be formed for concert-playing. For terms, &c., apply at 8 Regent-street, Collingwood, opposite Carlton Gardens.

[as above]

"VICTORIAN SOCIETY OF FINE ARTS", The Argus (16 December 1856), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article7141700

The Victorian Society of Fine Arts held their opening conversazione last night in the Exhibition Building. About 200 persons were present, including a very large proportion of ladies. Among the company were F. R. Wilkinson, Esq., the President of the Society . . . The President then called upon Mr. James Smith to deliver the inaugural address . . . An interlude devoted to the discussion of tea, coffee, fruit, &c., was followed by vocal and instrumental music. A Mr. Massett kindly volunteered his services, and effectually amused the company by some very unique, and at the same time clever comic imitations of two singing-girls, one supposed to be a Yankee, and the other a German, who are seeking an engagement. The airs burlesqued were, "Home, sweet home," and "I dreamt that I dwelt in marble halls," and raised a hearty laugh. These were succeeded by other songs from the same gentleman, alternated with two brilliant displays on the pianoforte, by a young lady present, who set the very praiseworthy example of breaking through the icy decorum, which is the bugbear of an English audience. The President called upon the ladies, and might perhaps have called in vain but for the kindness and good sense of the particular young lady in question, who at once came forward and delighted all ears by her masterly execution. Miss Pilkington (we make no difficulty of mentioning her name) deserved the thanks of the Society, for giving them an excellent illustration of the way in which their reunions may always be made successful. We trust the example will be repeatedly followed, and that we may have the pleasure of bearing testimony to the musical talents of many a fair debutantes . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: James Smith (journalist); Stephen Massett (vocalist)

[Advertisement], The Argus (12 January 1857), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article7143011

MRS. and Miss PILKINGTON, professors, give Finishing LESSONS to advanced Pupils on the PIANOFORTE and in SINGING. For terms apply 8 Kyte's-Buildings, Collingwood.

"SIGNOR CUTOLO'S CONCERT", The Argus (1 July 1858), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article7296908

Signor Cutolo's concert last evening at the Mechanics' Institution was extremely well attended, and the programme, both as regards the vocal and instrumental portions of it, was of a varied and agreeable character. The only drawback to the complete success of the entertainment was the indifferent quality of the instruments employed; one of which was unpleasantly metallic in its tone, while the keys of the other chattered like the teeth in the head of an old crone afflicted with the palsy, so that the effect of Signor Cutolo's splendid execution was marred by this sort of castanet accompaniment. Miss Pilkington, a pianiste of great promise, appeared for the first time in public, and made a decidedly favorable impression upon a critical audience. Her tone is delicate, and she plays with taste and feeling, being deficient chiefly in that confidence which time and habit will inspire. Miss O. Hamilton and M. Conlon sang . . . The concluding rondo for two pianos elicited great applause and we hope on the next occasion we have the pleasure of hearing Miss Pilkington and Signor Cutolo, they may be more fortunate in the instruments available for their use.

ASSOCIATIONS: Cesare Cutolo (piano); Octavia Hamilton (vocalist); Emile Coulon (vocalist)

[Advertisement], The Argus (29 December 1858), 7

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article7307060

MISS PILKINGTON, Pianist, gives LESSONS In Melbourne and Suburbs, and at her residence, 8 Kyte's-buildings.

[Advertisement], The Argus (28 December 1859) 7

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5694418

MISS PILKINGTON, pianist, gives LESSONS on the PIANOFORTE, and in Singing. Schools attended. 8 Kyte's-buildings, Prince's-street, Collingwood.

"THE NEWS OF THE DAY", The Age (15 April 1862), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article154846283 

Mrs. Butler's classical and musical entertainment, of yesterday evening, proved a less decided success than the known ability of the lady, and the programme of the evening's performances, had led her and her audience to anticipate . . . The dramatic pieces were relieved with musical performances on the piano, including airs from "La Sonnambula," Schulhoff's "Carnival de Venice," and a funeral march from Beethoven's sonata - by Miss Pilkington, of whom it is commendation enough to say that she was repeatedly applauded by the audience (almost two hundred in number), and that it was scarcely possible for her performances to have been surpassed.

ASSOCIATIONS: Mrs. Samuel Butler (actor, dramatic reader, active VIC, 1858-67; widow of Samuel Butler, actor active in northern England, who died in 1845)

MUSIC: Carnaval de Venise (Schulhoff); Marcia funebre from Sonata in A flat major, op. 26 (Beethoven)

"NEWS AND NOTES", The Star [Ballarat, VIC] (22 August 1863), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article72516664 

The hall of the Mechanics' Institute was crowded last evening . . . Last night's programme was as follows: - Duett, "The Call," Mrs. James Bunce and Miss Liddle; pianoforte duett (Mendelssohn), Mrs. King and Mr. Turner . . . grand fantasia, "La Cracovienne" (Wallace), Miss Pilkington . . . madrigal, "A peerless rose," Mr. A. T. Turner; grand fantasia "Irish and Scotch Airs" (Osborne), Miss Pilkington . . .

"SOCIAL", The Star [Ballarat, VIC] (24 August 1863), 1s

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article72516714

The hall of the Ballarat Mechanics' Institute having been ceiled and redecorated . . . there have been lectures on chemistry . . . exhibitions of dissolving views . . . and musical performances, liberally undertaken by Mr. and Mrs. A. T. Turner, and other members of the late Philharmonic Society, assisted by Miss Liddell, vocalist, Melbourne, and Miss Pilkington, an accomplished pianist, formerly of Dublin . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Austin and Charlotte Turner (pianist, vocalist); Eliza Ann King (pianist); Charlotte Bunce (vocalist); Maggie Liddle (vocalist)

MUSIC: La cracovienne (Wallace)

"ST. PATRICK'S CHURCH MUSICAL FESTIVAL", The Star (10 November 1863), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article72511311 

A musical festival was held in St. Patrick's Church, Sturt street, on Monday evening, in aid of the church's building fund . . . The music selected was highly classical, the first portion of the programme consisting for the most part of selections from Rossini's "Stabat Mater," while the second portion was composed of selections from the "Messiah" and the "Creation" with two or three pieces from Mendelsohn's "Elijah," the "Qui Tollis" of Balfe and the aria "Lord have Mercy" of Pergolesi . . .

"ST. GEORGE'S HALL", The Argus (3 December 1866), 5

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A grand concert, given at St. George's-hall on Saturday evening last, in aid of the Magdalen Asylum and Juvenile Reformatory at Abbotsford, was not over well attended, although the programme was rich, and most of the performers of the best. Miss Julia Mathews made an appearance as a concert singer . . . Mrs. Testar also distinguished herself . . . Mr. Albert Richardson, who has not been before the public lately, sang twice . . . Herr Schott's undeniable skill on the oboe failed to make its tones suit the exigencies of an elaborate operatic scene. Herr Kohler played a corno obligato to one of Mrs. Testar's songs . . . Miss Pilkington as a pianist exhibited but a crude ability, although a piece de concert which she played as an encore piece was far better done than that for which she was entered in the programme. The performances by the band of the 14th Regiment were too loud for the room . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Elizabeth Testar (soprano vocalist); Julia Mathews (vocalist); Albert Richardson (vocalist); James Arthur Schott (oboe); Franz Kolher (French horn)

Assessment to the borough rate made this [9 January 1867]; rate book, 1865-69, City of Fitzroy, folio 12; Public Record Office Victoria

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[No.] 208 / Pilkington / Anna / Professor of Music / [Owner] Kyte, Ambrose / 8 Kyte's Build'gs / [Brick House] 7 [rooms] . . .

Sands' Melbourne directory 1867 (Alphabetical), 392

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Pilkington, Mrs., professor of music, 8 Princes-street F[itzroy].

[News], The Herald (26 July 1867), 2-3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article244402255 

The Hospital for the insane, at the Yarra Bend, on Wednesday evening was the scene of a musical entertainment that might have been a great success anywhere in Melbourne. To the patients who were present to the number of about 250, and to nearly 100 visitors, it evidently afforded considerable gratification if the enthusiastic applause and the crowds of happy faces that issued from the doors be accepted as indications. The company was a strong one, if small numerically considered; and the leading performers were Mrs. Gibbons, Miss Pilkington, Herr Collin, Mr. Donaldson, and Mr. Amery . . . [3] . . . Miss Pilkington's excellent accompaniments must be duly acknowledged . . .

[Advertisement], The Argus (8 August 1867), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5774564 

MISS PILKINGTON, pianist, RECIEVES PUPILS at Messrs. Wilkie, Webster, and Co.'s, where address all letters, &c.

[Advertisement], The Argus (14 January 1868), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5788452 

SINGING and PIANOFORTE - Miss Pilkington RECEIVES PUPILS at Mr. Glen's music warehouse, Collins-street east.

[Advertisement], The Argus (12 August 1869), 1

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MISS PILKINGTON, pianist, continues to RECEIVE PUPILS. Four to ten guineas per quarter. 6 Prince's street, Fitzroy.

[News], The Argus (26 August 1869), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5812754

The novel experiment of holding a tea meeting and concert in conjunction at a theatre was tried, with a very successful result, at the Academy of Music (late Princess's Theatre) last night, when a tea-meeting, followed by a vocal and instrumental concert, took place in that building, the proceeds being devoted to the funds of St. John's Church, Melbourne . . . Mr. Towers, in the absence of Miss Pilkington, acted as accompanyist very efficiently . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Frederick Wilson Towers (pianist, organist)

"THE TOWN", Leader (31 December 1870), 11

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article196688327 

The musical arrangements at St. Francis' Cathedral on Sunday were of more than usual excellence. They commenced with the chorus And the Glory of the Lord, from Messiah, and this, admirably sung, was followed by one of the best performances of Mozart's twelfth mass yet heard in this city. The soloists, Madame Hildebrandt, Miss Pilkington, Mr. Towle, and Mr. W. R. Furlong, gave great satisfaction; and a small orchestra, under the leadership of Mr. E. King, was very successful in adding effect to the performance of this popular composition . . . the organist, Mr. C. E. Horsley . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Henry Francis Towle (vocalist); William Furlong (vocalist); Charles Edward Horsley (organist); Edward King (violin)

[Advertisement], The Argus (31 May 1871), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5848840 

SINGING And PIANOFORTE - Miss Pilkington, 3 Lee-terrace, Drummond-street, Carlton. Four to twelve guineas per quarter.

"ENTERTAINMENTS", The Australasian (8 July 1871), 19

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article138084200 

Among coming events is the concert to be given by Miss Pilkington, a lady long known as an accomplished pianiste, and more recently distinguished in the choir of St. Francis's as a mezzo-soprano of considerable power and sweetness. Miss Pilkington has such a large number of friends that her concert must of necessity be well attended.

[Advertisement], The Argus (21 July 1871), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5851822 

SIGNOR UGO DEVOTI (of Lyster and Smith's Opera Troupe) having resolved on giving finishing lessons in the Italian school of singing, assisted by Miss Pilkington (as pianist), is prepared to RECEIVE PUPILS at No. 3 Lee-terrace, Drummond-street, Carlton, and No. 1 Victoria-parade.

ASSOCIATIONS: Ugo Devoti (vocalist)

"THE NEWS OF THE DAY", The Age (24 July 1871), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article203013946 

Miss Pilkington, well known as a pianist long before many of our present professors arrived in Victoria, will give a concert in Weber's room (late Hockin's) next Thursday evening. All the principal vocal and instrumental talent not engaged at the opera has been retained for the occasion, including Miss Amelia Bailey, Herr Schott, and Signor Devoti, and the programme is extremely well selected. The price of admission to the reserved seats is perhaps rather high for the times, but during her long residence in Melbourne Miss Pilkington must have made a host of friends, who will doubtless rally round her . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Amelia Bailey (vocalist)

[Advertisement], The Argus (4 September 1871), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5854468

COMPLIMENTARY BENEFIT CONCERT to Signor UGO DEVOTI, at Weber's Assembly Rooms, on Tuesday, September 5, at 8 o'clock, assisted by Miss Bertha Watson, Signor Contini, Miss Pilkington, Herr Siede, Mr. Johnny Cowan, and Mr. Towle . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Bertha Watson (vocalist); Julius Siede (flute)

"TOWN TALK", Geelong Advertiser (9 September 1871), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article150417978 

Our musical readers will be glad to learn that Mr. F. W. Towers, late organist of Christ Church, in this town, has been appointed organist of St. Francis' Chapel, Melbourne. In the choir are included Miss Amelia Bailey, Miss Pilkington, and several other accomplished singers.

"MARRIAGES", The Argus (13 September 1871), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5854987 

WILKINSON - PILKINGTON. - On the 9th inst., at St. Jude's Church, by the Rev. Charles Stuart Perry, Thomas Cave Wilkinson to Anna Alicia Whitestone, eldest daughter of the late Henry A. B. Pilkington, Esq., of Granard, County Longford, Ireland.

"DEATHS", The Argus (22 March 1872), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5860866

PILKINGTON. - On the 19th inst., at Drummond-street, Ballarat, Anna Elizabeth, eldest daughter of the late William North, of Northbrook, county Galway, Ireland, and widow of the late Henry A. B. Pilkington, of Granard, county Longford, Ireland. English and Irish papers please copy.

[Advertisement], The Argus (22 March 1872), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5860874

IN the SUPREME COURT of the COLONY of VITORIA:
In Its Ecclesiastical Jurisdiction. - In the Will of ANNA ELIZABETH PILKINGTON (In the will called Anna Pilkington), Late of Ballarat, in the Colony of Victoria, Widow, Deceased. Notice is hereby given that . . . PROBATE . . . be granted to Henrietta Margaretta Pilkington, of Ballarat, the daughter of the said deceased, and the Reverend Percy Whitestone, of the City of Melbourne, in the said colony, minister of the gospel, the executrix and executor named in and appointed by the said will . . .

[Advertisements], The Age (10 December 1881), 8

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MRS. CAVE WILKINSON, vocalist (mezzo soprano), will, after this month, accept concert and church engagements.

[Advertisements], The Age (11 December 1886), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article196008719 

CHURCH, Concert Engagements. - Mrs. Thomas Cave-Wilkinson, mezzo-soprano. 1 Normanby-terrace. Punt-rd., Windsor.

Divorce papers, Wilkinson v. Wilkinson, 1902; Public Record Office Victoria

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In the Supreme Court of the State of Victoria, 1902, No. 110 / Divorce and Matrimonial Causes Jurisdiction / Anna Alicia Whitestone Wilkinson Petitioner against Thomas Cave Wilkinson Respondent / I Anna Alicia Whitestone Wilkinson of Little Lonsdale Street Melbourne . . . make oath and say . . . /
3. That I am 58 years of age and was born in Ireland . . .
5. That before said marriage I was a spinster my maiden name was Pilkington and I resided with my mother, and I was partly supported by her and partly by teaching; and after said marriage until about 1889 I was supported by the respondent and from about 1889 my means of livelihood have been partly by my earnings as teaching partly by charity and partly by money from respondent through Orders of Police Courts.
6. That there are three living children of said marriage . . .

"THE DIVORCE COURT. CASES HEARD TODAY . . . WILKINSON V. WILKINSON", The Herald (21 November 1902), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article242010749 

A petition by Amelia [sic] Alicia Whitestone Wilkinson, 58 years of age, for a dissolution of her marriage with Thomas Cave Wilkinson (58), on the ground of desertion.

"PERSONAL", Examiner [Launceston, TAS] (25 March 1933), 6

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article94313008 


Bibliography and resources:

"Henrietta M. Pilkington", Design & Art Australia Online (DAAO)

http://www.daao.org.au/bio/miss-henrietta-m-pilkington

Marjorie J. Tipping, "Thomas, Margaret (1843-1929)", Australian dictionary of biography 6 (1976)

http://adb.anu.edu.au/biography/thomas-margaret-4707

"PASSENGERS BY AND SINCE THE DEPARTURE OF THE MARCH MAIL", The Argus (27 April 1867), 6

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5765414 

Omar Pasha, for London. Cabin . . . Miss Pilkington, Miss Thomas . . .

PROV: Henrietta Pilkington, aged 40 [sic]

[England, probate calendar], Wills and administrations, 1927 [Labat-Pyzer], 656

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PILKINGTON Henrietta Margaretta of Countryside Croft-lane Norton Letchworth Hertfordshire spinster died 15 April 1927 Probate London 29 April to Margaret Thomas spinster Effects £313 9s. 7d.




PIPER, Charlotte Jane (Charlotte Jane PIPER; Mrs. Thomas ROWE)

Keyboard (seraphine) player

Born Sydney, NSW, 23 June 1838 (date on headstone); daughter of William PIPER (1798-1859) and Sarah Matilda NEALE (1801-1874)
Married Thomas ROWE, Centenary Chapel, York Street, Sydney, 21 May 1857
Died Manly, NSW, 19 March 1877, aged 38

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Documentation:

"WESLEYAN NEW SUNDAY SCHOOL, SUSSEX STREET", The Australian Band of Hope Review, and Children's Friend (2 August 1856), 247-48

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article72484066 

. . . The children who had been selected for this purpose, sang the anthem, "The Promised Land," Miss Charlotte Piper presiding at the seraphine, whose excellent performance on that instrument contributed, in no small degree, to the pleasures of the evening - though in one of the pieces the singers were at too great a distance from the instrument to do either themselves or the player justice.

"MARRIAGE", The Sydney Morning Herald (29 May 1857), 1

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On the 21st, by special license, at Centenary Chapel, York-street, by the Rev. John J. Millard, assisted by the Rev. William Hessel, Mr. Thomas Rowe, to Charlotte Jane, fourth daughter of William Piper, Esq., Wesley House, Woolloomooloo.

"DOWLING-STREET WESLEYAN CHURCH", Empire (3 October 1868), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article60600527 

. . . Several anthems and other select pieces were performed by the choir - Mrs. Rowe presiding at the harmonium . . .

"DEATHS", The Sydney Morning Herald (21 March 1877), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13384978 

ROWE. - March 19, at Roseville, Manly Beach, Charlotte Jane, dearly beloved wife of Thomas Rowe, aged 38.




PIPER, Edward John (Edward John PIPER; Mr. E. J. PIPER; Mr. PIPER)

Musician, pianist, vocalist, violinist, viola player

Born England, 30 August 1828; baptised St. Philip's, Birmingham, 20 September 1828; son of John Clement PIPER and Sophia HOLLIS
Arrived Melbourne, VIC, by November 1855
Married Sarah Ann WATTON, St. Peter's church, Melbourne, VIC, 10 August 1858
Died Ballarat, VIC, 3 January 1887, aged "57"

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PIPER, Edward John Clement (Edward John Clement PIPER)

Musician, violinist

Born Ballarat, VIC, 1859; son of Edward John PIPER and Sarah Ann WATTON
Died Ballarat, VIC, 7 March 1889, aged 29

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Documentation:

[Advertisement], The Argus (27 November 1855), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4824336 

GO to the Victoria Hotel, Little Bourke-street east, to hear a good Song. Conductor, Mr. McDonald; pianist, Mr. Piper.

[Advertisement], The Argus (1 January 1856), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4827073

NEW YEAR'S DAY - Great Attraction. National Hotel, Bourke-street.
Admission Free. Grand Concert every evening, supported by the following talented and favorite artistes : -
Mrs. Davis Butler
Madame Florini
Mr. E. J. Piper
Mr. H. J. Lindsay
Signoi Bardini, and
Mr. James Macdonald
Conductor, Mr. Lindsay.
Musical director and pianist, Mr. Piper.

[Advertisement], The Argus (24 March 1856), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4833764

TILKE'S CITY HOTEL, Bourke-street.
The proprietor begs to announce that the magnificent new Music Hall of the above Hotel, which has been decorated and lighted at immense expense, will open this Evening, Monday, 24th March, with a grand Vocal and Instrumental Concert, supported by the following artistes:
Madame D. Butler, the celebrated soprano.
Mr. J. W. Morgan, the eminent basso.
Mr. Frank Martin, tenor.
Mr. E. J. Piper, pianist.
Also a Select Band, including soloists on the Concertina, Violin, Flute, &c.
To Commence at Eight o'clock.

ASSOCIATIONS: William Tilke (proprietor); Madame Butler, stagename of Emily Davis (vocalist); J. W. Morgan (bass vocalist)

[Advertisement], The Argus (27 March 1856), 8

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TILKE'S CITY HOTEL. Bourke-street.
A grand selection of Vocal and Instrumental Music (solo and concerted) will be given Every Evening in the New Splendid Music Hall of the above hotel, by an efficient company.
The following artistes will have the honor of appearing:-
Vocalists. - Madame D. Butler, the celebrated Soprano; Mr. Frank Martin, Tenor; Mr. J. W. Morgan, the eminent Basso.
Instrumental. -
Violin - Mr. Clifford.
Flute - Mr. Foote.
Harp - Mr. J. Young.
Concertina - Mr. Geo. Clifford.
Pianoforte - Mr. E. J. Piper,
Commence at Eight o'clock.

ASSOCIATIONS: Jacob Young (harp); George Clifford (concertina); Mr. Foote (flute)

"CONCERT AT THE CITY HOTEL", The Age (8 May 1856), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article154868247 

On Wednesday evening a concert which had been originated for the benefit of necessitous sufferers by the late unfortunate occurrence at this establishment, was held in the concert-hall of the hotel . . . The music consisted of selections from the works of Donizetti, Bishop, Mazzinglie [Mazzinghi], Wallace, Shield, Calcott and others, which were generally rendered with marked success. Madame Butler, and Messrs Morgan, Leveson, and Friend undertook the concerted music, and also performed several solos. Madame Butler was in excellent voice, and sang with much spirit, "Bid me discourse," and the finale from "La Sonnambula," in each of which she was encored. With Mr. Leveson in Barnett's capital duett, "The Singing Lesson" she also gained considerable applause, and, as in her other efforts, an encore was demanded and granted. Mr. Leveson's rich voice told to great advantage in Wallace's "Hear me, gentle Maritana," as also in the concerted music. Nor must we neglect to refer to Mr. H. J. King's spirited delivery of "The Ship on Fire." Mr. Morgan's fine bass voice was heard to great advantage in the songs which he had selected as his portion of the entertainment, and his efforts contributed much to the success of the whole. This gentleman, who has sung for many years in the Exeter Hall and other London concerts, stands alone in the colony for richness and power of tone, and for the extremely low notes to which his fine organ can reach. Parry's scena "The Flying Dutchman," and Shield's splendid song "The Wolf," afforded him opportunities of displaying the wonderful volume and compass of his voice, which were not lost upon the audience, who applauded enthusiastically, and exacted from him an encore to each. Besides the vocal portion of the entertainment, the lovers of violin music had a perfect treat in Mr. E. King's solo with variations by De Beriot. Mr. Foote's tasteful flute-playing, and Mr. Piper's pianoforte accompaniments, were also the theme of general admiration. An excellent band played at intervals throughout the evening . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: "The late unfortunate occurrence" = a case of food poisoning; Piper was a member of the concert organising committee; John Leveson (vocalist); Edward King (violin); Henry John King (vocalist)

[Advertisement], The Argus (8 August 1856), 8

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NATIONAL MUSIC HALL, BOURKE-STREET, EAST. Immense Attraction!
The best Entertainment, and the most talented Company in Melbourne. The following Artists will appear Nightly:
MADAME BUTLER, (The talented Soprano.)
MRS. G. WILLIAMSON, (The celebrated comic vocalist.)
MR. G. WILLIAMSON, (Who is acknowledged the most talented comic vocalist in the colony.)
M. BARDINI, (The admired baritono.)
HERR VEIT RAHM, (The celebrated Tyrolese minstrel.)
Pianoforte - Mr. E. J. PIPER.
Proprietor - W. HUTCHINSON.
Admission Free.

ASSOCIATIONS: Veit Rahm (zither, vocalist); Mr. and Mrs. G. Williamson (vocalists); ? William Hutchinson (proprietor)

[Advertisement], Bell's Life in Victoria and Sporting Chronicle (21 March 1857), 1

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NATIONAL HOTEL MUSIC HALL, BOURKE STREET EAST, Near the Parliament Houses.
The following Performers are engaged: -
Madame LEON NAEJ, From the Grand Opera, Paris.
Miss MORTIMER, Of the London and Liverpool Concerts.
Mr. G. NEWMAN, The popular Comic Vocalist.
Mr. WHITE, Late of Rainer's Serenaders . . . v Mr. CHARLES SMITH, Late of San Francisco and Sydney Concerts.
Pianist and Conductor - Mr. E. J. PIPER . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Madame Leon Naej (vocalist); Bill White (formerly with Rainer's Serenaders)

[Advertisement], The Argus (7 July 1857), 1

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MUSICAL. - Mr. Piper, Pianist, late of Tilke's and the National, OPEN to ENGAGEMENT. Address National Hotel.

[Advertisement], The Argus (8 August 1857), 8

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MARKET HOTEL, EMERALD HILL. -
WILLIAM CROTTY begs to announce to his friends and the public of Emerald Hill, that he has taken the above commodious Hotel . . .
A Concert is given every Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday, assisted by Mrs. G. Ellis, Mr. G. Ellis, and Mr. Power: Pianist, Mr. Piper.
N.B. - The best Bagatelle-table on the Hill.

ASSOCIATIONS: George and Kate Ellis (vocalists); William Power (vocalist)

[Advertisement], The Star [Ballarat, VIC] (22 May 1858), 3

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STAR CONCERT HALL . . . New Engagements . . .
First appearance, on Monday next, 24th instant, of
MR. ANDERSON, The inimitable Highland Dancer, who had the honor of performing before her Majesty, accompanied by
MR. McLEOD, The celebrated Scottish Piper.
MR. WILSON, The incomparable Irish Comic Vocalist, in the new and original song of "Daniel O'Neill," and other novelties.
MR. W. F. SAYER, The admired tenor.
PROFESSOR SAMPSON, In his wonderful feats of agility. MR. PIPER, Pianist; and the celebrated EUROPEAN BAND. Dancing at 10 o'clock.

ASSOCIATIONS: W. F. Sayer (vocalist)

[Advertisement], The Argus (2 August 1858), 8

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MR. J. WATTS'S QUADRILLE ASSEMBLY.
THIS EVENING, at his Academy, 80 Fitzroy-street, Collingwood.
J. W. has much pleasure in informing the public he has engaged the celebrated clarionet performer, Mons. FAURE, late of Jullien's Concerts at the Crystal Palace, Sydenham, who, on this occasion, will perform Bear's Great Solo, accompanied by Mr. Piper, the eminent pianist . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Gustave Faure (clarinet)

1858, marriages solemnized in the district of St. Peter's Melbourne; register, 1857-59; St. Peter's Eastern Hill

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No. 997 / This [10 August 1858] at St. Peter's Church / Edward John Piper / Bachelor / [born] Birmingham / Musician / 30 / [resident] Collingwood / [son of] John Clement Piper, Surgeon, Sophia Hollis . . . I am a member of the Church of England . . .
Sarah Ann Watton / Spinster / [born] Birmingham / - / [resident] Collingwood / [daughter of] John Watton, Licensed Victualler, Abigail Hunt . . . I am a member of the Church of Rome . . .

"STAR CONCERT HALL", The Star (30 August 1858), 3

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Mr. Wilson, who sings Irish comic songs with much humor and force, is the chief attraction at this popular place of amusement. Miss Spiden sings Scottish ballads very nicely, and is generally much applauded. The European Band still retain their popularity. The entertainment is varied by very tolerable athletic performances, by one Professor Sampson. Mr. Piper is the accompanyist, and manages his business with great tact and skill.

ASSOCIATIONS: Alice Spiden (vocalist)

[Advertisement], The Star (8 September 1858), 3

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STAR CONCERT HALL. THE BEST ENTERTAINMENT on Ballarat.
WILSON, Every evening.
Miss Spiden, Professor Sampson, And the European Band.
Conductor and pianist - MR. E. J. PIPER.
The programme for this and following evenings will include several new songs and comicalities by Mr. Wilson.
Also, the celebrated overture to the "Bohemian Girl," and ether novelties by the European Band.
Dancing at 10 o'clock. M.C., Prof. Sampson.

"STAR CONCERT HALL", The Star (29 November 1858), 2

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Mr.Irwin's star never shone more serenely on his concert room than at the present time. With Messrs. Wilson, White, Smith and Evans for his company - to whom Mr. Piper, the pianist, and Mr. Mather, the violinist, render good service - little more could be desired; and the good people of Ballaarat seem well inclined to witness the entertainment.

[Advertisement], The Star (19 March 1859), 3

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STAR CONCERT HALL . . . THE MISSES CREED ROYAL . . .
MR. CREED ROYAL, Pianist and Conductor.
The proprietor begs to announce that an entirely new company will appear on Monday evening next, including Mr. WILSON, the established favorite Irish vocalist, and Mr. Piper, vocalist and pianist . . .

"STAR CONCERT HALL", The Star (20 December 1858), 3

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The Christmas season at this pleasant place of amusement is inaugurated by the advent of Mr. White's serenaders. These gentlemen are all well known to us. They consist of Messrs. M. W. White, (tenor}, Morgan (bass), Mather (violin), Evans (bones), and Smith (tamborine). Their performances will, however, only form a portion of the entertainment, as the "Irish vocalist," Mr. Wilson, will still be found in his place, and no doubt his Hibernian whimsicalities and character songs will find as much favor as before. Mr. Piper, the pianist, is a performer of merit, and we are pleased to find him remaining with the company.

"NEWS AND NOTES', The Star (7 June 1859), 2

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The Criterion Concert Hall still continues to exert its powers of attraction with success. The company has been somewhat altered, and Professor Risley and son, Mr. Barlow, Mr. Wilson, Mr. Percival, and Miss Chalker are performing nightly to crowded houses, with continually repeated applause. Mr. Piper presides at the pianoforte. We cannot but compliment Mr. Emery upon the spirit he has shown in thus catering for public amusement . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Richard Risley Carlisle (gymnast); Robert Barlow (comic vocalist); Marie Chalker (vocalist)

"CRITERION CONCERT HALL", The Star (4 July 1859), 3

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Mr. and Mrs. Newman, Mr. Percival and Mr. Piper are the corps de compagnie at this favorite place of entertainment. The first mentioned lady and gentleman are comparatively strangers, some time having elapsed since they last appeared on Ballarat. Their forte lies in their duets, which partake of a comically colloquial character, and are sung by them with much ability . . . Mr. Percival's tenor songs are as much a favorite as ever, and Mr. Piper's capital accompaniments are of high merit . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Charles Percival (vocalist)

[Advertisement], The Star (12 March 1861), 3

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STAR CONCERT HALL.
COME AND HEAR JOE SMALL, The Great Local, Comic, and Characteristic Singer. -
An entire change of performance every evening;
MISS SUTHERLAND, M. W. WHITE, P. DOYLE, &c.
MR. MATHER, In several New Burlesques, Songs, Duets, &c.
For particulars see programme of the evening.
Pianist and Conductor - Mr. E. J. PIPER.
N.B.- The strictest order and decorum enforced.
Reserved Seats for Ladies.

ASSOCIATIONS:

"NEWS AND NOTES", The Star (8 July 1861), 2

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A grand concert will be given this evening in the large hall of the Mechanics' Institute, for the benefit of Mr. Irwin, the proprietor of the Star Hotel, which was destroyed in the last Main road fire. The entertainment comprises a large and varied selection of vocal and instrumental music, and the roll of performers includes Miss Harland, Mrs. Turner, the Misses Wiseman, Miss Cazaly, and a host of Philharmonic talent; Messrs A. T. Turner and E. J. Piper being conductors. Mr. Irwin has lost his whole property nearly, and his friends will no doubt rally round him on this occasion.

ASSOCIATIONS: Robert Irwin (proprietor, Star Concert Hall); Julia Harland (soprano vocalist); Charlotte and Austin Turner (pianists and vocalists)

"SATURDAY NIGHT", The Star (8 September 1862), 1 supplement

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. . . On, till we come to the Star late John O'Groat Hotel, where another "free" concert room attracted us. The room is long and narrow, with two rows of tables along the whole length, save the uttermost end, where there is a platform for the "talented company," to whom "Mr, E. J. Piper, pianist, &c," plays accompaniments, and a crowded room accords as much attention as can be spared from glasses of drink, pipes, cigars, and the gossip of the week. While we were there, a constant circulation of waiters, with trays of drink, was kept up, the appearance of members of the "talented company" causing no cessation in the industry of the waiters or the imbibers. We listened to a comic song by a gentleman and lady on the platform, the former attired as a shopman, with a long apron and bib, and the latter in what looked through the intervening vapors as a "loud" patterned chintz gown. The burden of the song appeared to be a discussion "in character" of what the pair would do on entering into the chandler's shop line; the lady at one highly applauded juncture intimating to her spouse that the rooms up-stairs should be let to single men, and that -
"You shall mind the shop below,
While I make the beds above."
The talented couple having vanished amid a "furor of applause," we went away wondering how long the orient would adhere to these "popular entertainments" . . .

"THE SHORT HOURS SOIREE", The Star (21 November 1862), 3

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Pursuant to public announcement, the soiree of the Short Hours Association was held on Thursday evening, in the hall of the Mechanics' Institute . . .
Miss Binder, piano, "The blue bells of Scotland," with variations.
Mr. P. Cazaly, song, air "Simon the Cellarer."
Miss Beaumont, song, "The Mocking Bird," accompanied by Mr. E. J. Piper. The song was nicely sung, and was encored. By way of substitute for the encore, "Who shall be Fairest" was given . . .

"CONCERT AT THE MERCHANICS' INSTITUTE", The Star (27 October 1863), 3

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A miscellaneous concert was given in the hall of the Mechanics' Institute, on Monday evening, under the auspices of the officers and members of the I.O.O.F. M.U., of Ballarat, and in aid of the fonds of the District Hospital. The hall was filled on the occasion, and the proceeds of the benefit will be something handsome, even after the expenses are deducted. The first part of the programme consisted of solo and part singing, and flute and piano music, an overture "Nino" (Verdi) being played by Messrs E. J. Piper and Schrader. Mrs. Little played several pieces on the piano, and Messrs Hobson, Towl, and A. Oliver on the flute. The German Liedertafel were there, and their singing was among the best treats of the evening. An old Ballarat favorite appeared as a soloist, in the person of Mrs. J. Comb, better known in the musical world as Miss Anna Gould, Messrs D. Oliver, O. and P. Cazaly, Master Burnett, and Mr. E. Evans also took part in the first part of the programme . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Samuel Schrader (musician); Daniel Oliver (vocalist); Peter Cazaly (vocalist); Anna Gould Comb (vocalist)

"THE WELSH CONCERT", The Star (11 December 1863), 3

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A concert in aid of the funds of the Mechanics' Institute was given in the hall of the Institute on Thursday evening, by the Sebastopol Welsh Choir, assisted by Mr. David Lloyd as conductor, Mr. Llewelyn Thomas as harpist, and Mr. E. J. Piper as pianist. The orchestra was composed of about 40 performers, one-third of whom were ladies, and the programme was various and well-chosen. As an amateur concert, the conductor of which is a working miner, the highest praise we can give the performers is, that they deserve to be criticised . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Llewelyn Thomas (harp)

[Advertisement], The Star (12 December 1864), 3

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FREE AND EASY.- BRITISH HOTEL, Sturt street. Saturday and Monday, 8 p.m. Admission by Ticket only. E. J. PIPER, Pianist.

[Advertisement], The Ballarat Star (23 July 1867), 3

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COTTAGE Pianoforte, by Erard (trichord oblique), for Sale, a bargain . . .
PIANOFORTES, by Aucher, Erard, Stodart, &c., for Sale. Just received. . E. J. Piper, Dawson street south.

[News], The Ballarat Star (4 January 1887), 2

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The friends of Mr. E. J. Piper, of Dawson street south, father of Mr. Piper, of Messrs. James and Piper, architects, will regret to hear that he died on Sunday afternoon. The deceased had been ailing for some time past, and during the last 12 months his constitution has been gradually breaking up, so that his death was not unexpected.

"DEATHS", The Ballarat Star (5 January 1887), 2

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PIPER. - At 70 Dawson street south, Edward John Piper, aged 57 years.

"PIANOS AND PIANISTS", The Ballarat Star (26 June 1888), 4

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. . . Mr. E. J. Piper, who died quite recently, and whose sons are still resident here, was in the early days the only pianist of any repute. A quiet, gentle, unassuming man, he was publicly known as a thoroughly capable performer. Having, however, devoted himself to orchestral playing, he never developed into a pianist of note . . .

"SUPREME COURT. Thursday, 10th February", The Age (11 February 1887), 5

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His Honor granted probate in the wills of the following deceased persons: . . .
Edward John Piper, £3900, on the motion of Mr. Wynne . . .

"COUNTRY NEWS. BALLARAT, THURSDAY", The Age (8 March 1889), 6

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Mr. E. J. C. Piper, musician, of Ballarat, died to-day from disease of the brain. Deceased, who was brother of the well-known architect, was ill only for a few days, and the news of his death has caused great surprise in the district.

"SUPREME COURT. THURSDAY, 23RD MAY. PROBATE AND ADMINISTRATIONS", The Age (25 May 1889), 13

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. . . Statements of accounts, filed by executors and administrators in the following estates, have been passed during the week commencing on the 16th inst. The second column represents the amounts at which the estates were sworn when probate or administration were applied for; and the third column the amounts available for duty after the deduction of liabilities, or the addition of increased values of property; and the fourth column the amounts of duty paid . . .
E. J. C. Piper - [estimated value £] 190 / [net value £] 158 / [duty £] 1 11 7 . . .

"Deaths", The Ballarat Star (11 November 1895), 2

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PIPER. - On the 10th November, at his residence, Mair street, Ballarat west, William Henry Piper, architect, aged 34 years. At rest.




PIPER, John (Captain PIPER)

PIPER, Mary Ann (Mary Ann SHEERS; Mrs. John PIPER)

PIPER, Ann Christiana Frances (Ann Christiana Frances PIPER)

Also CAPTAIN PIPER'S BAND


See main page "Piper family and Captain Piper's Band"

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PITMAN, George Joseph (George Joseph PITMAN)

Lecturer on music, amateur vocalist, solicitor

Born London, England, 2 May 1803; baptised St, Pancras Old Church, 10 January 1806 [sic]; son of Thomas Dix PITMAN and Ann
Married Clara Matilda HAMILTON, St. Pancras, 12 November 1827
Arrived Adelaide, SA, 4 June 1850 (per Santipore from London, 12 February)
Active Bendigo, VIC, by 1856
Died Hawthorn, VIC, 14 January 1896, aged 92

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Documentation:

Baptisms 1805-06, St. Pancras Old Church; register 1802-09; London Metropolitan Archives

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[1806 January] 10th / Thomas son of Thomas Dix and Ann Pitman [born] Dec. 31st 1801
George Joseph Son of [ditto] [born] May 2nd 1803
Amelia Madelina D. of [ditto] [born] July 31st 1805

Marriages solemnized in the Parish of Saint Pancras . . . in the year [1827]; register, 1824-28. page 353; London Metropolitan Archives

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No. 744 / George Joseph Pitman of the Parish of St. George's Bloomsbury, Bachelor and
Clara Matilda Hamilton of this parish spinster a minor were married in the churchg by License with the consent of Samuel Hamilton the natural & lawful father of the said minor
this [15 November 1827] . . .

"SHIPPING INTELLIGENCE. ARRIVED", South Australian Register (5 June 1850), 2

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Tuesday, June 4 - The barque Santipore, 515 tons, Robinson, master, from Gravesend 12th February and Plymouth 2nd March. Passengers - ( Dr Smith, surgeon) For Adelaide . . . Mr. George Pitman wife and five daughters, Mr. Edward Pitman . . .

"THE MECHANICS' INSTITUTE", South Australian Register (21 May 1851), 3

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The Quarterly Conversatione took place last evening in the Exchange, when that capacious apartment was thronged with the respectability, beauty, and fashion of the city. Mr. Pitman (solicitor) delivered a clever lecture on Music, which was illustrated by Mrs. Murray on the pianoforte and the lecturer's voice. The late hour at which the entertainment closed prevents our more than noticing the lecture in this paper, but we shall probably give a specimen of it tomorrow. It was heard with marked attention, and the illustrations, anecdotes, and beautifully apposite quotations, elicited frequent bursts of applause . . .

"MECHANICS" INSTITUTE", South Australian Gazette and Mining Journal (22 May 1851), 3

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The meeting of the subscribers to the Institute on Tuesday evening was very numerously and most respectably attended." Mr. Pitman's lecture on Music, illustrated "most excellently by Mrs. Murray and himself was exceedingly interesting. The performances that followed in which Madame Cranz, Mrs. Murray, Mr. Wallace, Mr. Daniels, and Master White assisted also gave unmingled satisfaction. The Impromptu, particularly, by Wolff and De Beriot for the violin and pianoforte, played by Mrs. Murray and Master White was deservedly admired and applauded. Indeed, this young gentleman promises to be a first-rate violinist very soon to take his place' beside his talented instructor, Mr. Wallace. At the close of the meeting, F. S. Dutton, Esq., in a neat and brief speech proposed a vote of thank to Mr. Pitman and to the ladies an3 gentlemen who had contributed so much to the pleasure of the evening. Mr. Dutton's proposal, we need scarcely add, was carried by acclamation.

ASSOCIATIONS: Georgiana Murray (pianist, vocalist); Richard Baxter White (violin); Mathilde Cranz (vocalist); Spencer Wellington Wallace (violinist); Josiah Daniel (vocalist)

"MORAL EFFECTS OF MUSIC", South Australian Register (22 May 1851), 3

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There is scarcely a village in our mother country which has not its band of rustic musicians who are induced to abandon the alehouse parlour and its demoralizing gratifications for the culture and practice of this delightful art, thereby becoming sober, industrious, and respected members of society. Then again look at the beneficial effects it has produced in Germany. Since music has been taught scientifically in their schools, the Germans have become remarkable for their sobriety. There is now scarcely a member of that nation who cannot take a part in vocal harmony (as is sufficiently shown by our German fellow-colonists). Meetings for vocal harmony are matters of every-day occurrence in Germany, and are never abused in any respect; and so thoroughly have the temperate habits of the Germans been ascertained, that, in the large sugar-houses in England, where the least proneness to drinking is attended with great danger to life and property, German workmen are invariably employed in preference to Englishmen. - Pitman's Lecture on Music.

"CONVERSAZIONE", Adelaide Times (24 May 1851), 5

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The Quarterly Conversazione of the Mechanics' Institute took place on Tuesday evening at the Exchange. The room was crowded to excess, and the company were respectable and orderly. Mr. Pitman, of the S.A. Bar, delivered a lecture upon Music, which very happily illustrated the subject, although the lecturer had to talk against time, the limits for the delivery of the lecture being fixed, we believe, to one hour. He commenced with disclaiming any intention of descanting upon the theory of the art, and proceeded in a fluent and easy manner to touch upon its history. The lecture was necessarily a mere outline from the reason we have given. Some poetical quotations were introduced in good taste, and the lecturer sang several pieces of music illustrating various styles of composition, among which we singled out a ballad of Horsley's as being in particular beautifully rendered. Mrs. Murray was the accompanyist, and did the lecturer full justice . . .

"ECCLESIASTICAL MUSIC", South Australian Register (4 June 1851), 2

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The music of the Roman Catholic Church may be said to have been fixed by Gregory I, who was born at Rome A.D. 550. He composed the well-known "Gregorian Chaunt," upon the model of which the prayers, responses, and litanies of our Cathedral service are formed, and upon which Luther formed his ritual, in which the choral service is retained with great splendour and magnificence. Sensible of the importance of music in religious worship, Luther became its strenuous defender. He was himself a musician, and the composer of several psalms and hymns. - Pitman's Lecture on Music.

"LECTURE ON MUSIC", Bendigo Advertiser (29 December 1863), 2

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The lecture on music by Mr. Pitman, which was to have been delivered to-night in the Town Hall, in aid of the funds of the Benevolent Asylum, has been postponed until further notice.

"COMPLIMENTARY CONCERT TO MRS. ELLIS", Bendigo Advertiser (5 October 1867), 2

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In the large hall of the Mechanics' Institute an amateur concert took place last night as a complimentary benefit to Mrs. Ellis . . . A duet by Mrs. Ellis and Mr. Pitman "Giorno d'orrore e di contente," was greatly appreciated by many in the hall, and was much applauded . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Eliza Stewart Ellis (vocalist)

MUSIC: Giorno d'orrore e di contento (Rossini, from Semiramide)

"DEATHS", The Argus (15 January 1896), 1

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PITMAN. - On the 14th inst., at Leyburn, 46 Manningtree-road, Hawthorn, George Joseph Pitman, solicitor, in his 93rd year.

"COUNTRY NEWS . . . BENDIGO, THRUSDAY EVENING", The Argus (17 January 1896), 6

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Mr. G. J. Pitman, who died at Hawthorn on Tuesday in his 93rd year, was well known to old residents of Bendigo. Forty years ago he practised as a solicitor in Bendigo, where he was much esteemed. He left for Melbourne 30 years ago.




PITTS, Bessie (Elizabeth PITTS; Miss Bessie PITTS; Miss PITTS; Mrs. J. H. WATMUFF)

Vocalist, Melbourne Philharmonic Society

Arrived Melbourne, VIC, 1 February 1855 (per Amazon, from Plymouth, aged "11")
Died Mildura, VIC, 1912

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PLAISTED, Philip (Philip Charles PLAISTED; P. C. PLAISTED; Philip PLAISTED)

Musician, vocalist, chorister, organist, composer, amateur cricketer

Born Dulwich, Surrey, England, 1 October 1844; son of John PLAISTED (1800-1858) and Ann GREEN (1801-1882)
Arrived (1) Adelaide, SA, 12 April 1850 (per Rajah, from London, 27 November 1849)
Departed Melbourne, VIC, 4 April 1864 (per Pride of the ocean, for London)
Arrived (2) Melbourne, VIC, 29 July 1865 (per Kent, from Plymouth, England)
Married Alice Catherine WALLER (1846-1889), Particular Baptist church, Melbourne, VIC, 17 January 1867
Died Mont Park Hospital, VIC, 23 August 1920

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Philip Plaisted (c. mid 1860s)

Philip Plaisted (c. mid 1860s)


Summary:

Plaisted's father, John, was a wine and spirits merchant, and he had first arrived in South Australia with his family in 1850. They had settled in Melbourne by early 1852, where Philip received his early musical training as a boy chorister at St. Peter's church, on Melbourne's Eastern Hill. He was a pupil of George Pringle, and later received mentorship from Charles Edward Horsley. By 1863-64, he was organist of St. Stephen's church, Richmond,

He sailed for England in April 1864, and spent time in London studying with the organist George Cooper, and informally with Edward John Hopkins, before arriving back in Melbourne in July 1865.

In 1869, George Nichols published his The canticles and hymns of the church, arranged for chanting.

Early in 1873 W. H. Williams engraved and printed his Jerusalem the golden ("The favourite hymn sung at the Intercolonial Musical Festival held at the Town Hall, Melbourne, 1872, the music composed by P. C. Plaisted".

His New tunes to favorite hymns was published by W. H. Glen in January 1878.

He continued his public career as church and concert musician into the mid 1880s, despite suffering increasing mental health problems.

Having been an inmate at asylums several times in the previous year, on 9 May 1889 he murdered his wife at Box Hill. He was returned to Kew Asylum the following day. Having pleaded guilty, he was admitted permanently to care on 25 June. At the time, the Argus printed a summary of his career, that would, in the event, have to serve as his own, albeit very premature, public obituary.

On 19 July 1889 he was transferred to Ararat Asylum for the Criminally Insane and spent the next 30 years as an inmate there. Finally sent back to Melbourne, on 13 April 1920 he was admitted to the Mont Park Mental Hospital. There, according to the inquest (2 September) into his death, he took ill in June and died on 23 August at 10.25 p.m. in the presence of an attendant. He had self-inflicted wounds on his hand and left hip.


Documentation:

"SHIPPING INTELLIGENCE", South Australian (16 April 1850), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article71626067 

April 12. - The barque Rajah, 352 tons, Ferguson, from London, 27th November, and Plymouth 2nd December. Touched at Trieste d'Cuno, 2nd February. Passengers - . . . Mr. and Mrs. Plaisted, Miss Plaisted, John Plaisted jun., Thomas Plaisted, Arthur Plaisted, Walter Plaisted, Philip Plaisted . . . and 98 in the steerage. No deaths.

"TO TIIE EDITOR OF . . .", The Age (16 October 1860), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article154882912 

SIR, - Have the kindness to insert, for the satisfaction of the public, that it was clearly understood by the committee of the Horticultural Society I could not furnish a band for the evening during their show, in consequence of most of the members of the band which played during the afternoon having professional engagements; but I proposed to them their applying for the use of the Philharmonic organ as a substitute, and to assist the committee, I waited on Mr. Lewis, the Philharmonic organist, and asked him to preside at it, which he promised to do. I also called on Mr. Plaisted, who very kindly offered to play, and was at the Exhibition Building for that purpose, but was pre vented from getting at the organ by the non-attendance of Mr. Lewis, who had the key with him, and who did not make his appearance either to play or unlock it. I am, Sir, Yours obediently, H. JOHNSON, Bandmaster. Prince's Bridge Barracks, 15th October, I860.

ASSOCIATIONS: Henry Johnson (formerly master of the Band of the 40th Regiment); Louis Lewis (organist of the Melbourne Philharmonic Society)

[Advertisement], The Argus (19 January 1861), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5696830 

TO the SUBSCRIBERS and MEMBERS of the MELBOURNE PHILHARMONIC SOCIETY.
Gentlemen, - I beg most respectfully to inform you that I am a CANDIDATE for the appointment of HONORARY ORGANIST to your society for the present year.
Being unknown to many, and my daily occupation not allowing me to wait upon those with whom I am acquainted, I take this mode (perhaps an unusual one) of soliciting your votos and patronage at the ensuing election, on Monday, the 21st inst.
Though young, and feeling somewhat diffident in offering myself for such an onerous position, at the same time I feel my ability equal to the performance of the required duties, and would draw your attention to the following testimonial.
I am, gentlemen, your most obedient servant,
PHILIP C. PLAISTED.

I beg to state that I consider Mr. P. C. Plaisted is perfectly competent to perform the duties of organist to the Melbourne Philharmonic Society. He has a good organ touch, can read well at sight, has good talent and great perseverance. From his having been a pupil of mine for some time I am in a position to bear testimony to the above.
(Signed) GEO. R. G. PRINGLE,
Organist of St. Peter's Church, Melbourne, late of South Hackney Church, London.

"THE PHILHARMONIC SOCIETY. To the Editor of . . .", The Herald (22 January 1861), 6

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article244310095 

SIR, - My attention has been drawn to a paragraph in your Town Talk of to-day relative to the conductorship of the above society . . .
I will also avail myself of the present opportunity to correct another paragraph which appeared in The Herald about the time of the late performance of "The Messiah," purporting distinctly that Mr. L. L. Lewis was to be the organist for this year. As the office of organist is filled at the same time as that of conductor, and subject to the same rule, all I have said above equally applies to Mr. Lewis. He is one of two candidates, the other being Mr. Plaisted, a pupil of, and highly recommended by, Mr. G. R. G. Pringle, and whose circular to the members and subscribers of the society has now been some days before the public.
Both of the above nominations were made in writing, at the society's room a week ago, so that there is no excuse for a want of proper information on the subject by your informant, whose object I cannot well understand. I am, Sir, yours truly,
W. H. WILLIAMS. 21st January, 1861.

ASSOCIATIONS: William Henry Williams (correspondent); George Pringle (organist, teacher)

"THE NEWS OF THE DAY", The Age (31 January 1861), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article154889117 

After several adjournments, the annual meeting of the Melbourne Philharmonic Society was held yesterday evening, at the Mechanics' Institute . . . Mr. Elsasser was elected the leader of the society by a large majority over Mr. S. Kaye, who was the other candidate; and Mr. L. Lewis was elected organist, the other candidate being Mr. Plaisted.

ASSOCIATIONS: Charles Elsasser (conductor); Samuel Kaye (candidate)

[News], The Argus (7 August 1862), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5719760 

The soiree which took place last evening at Hockin's Assembly-rooms, in aid of the funds of St. John's Church, Elizabeth street, was in every respect a success. Although upwards of 500 tickets had been printed, more were required . . . the choir of St. John's Church sang various solos, duets, and choruses, of sacred and secular music, commencing with the anthem of "Blessed be thou, Lord God of Israel." Mr. S. Greenwood, the organist of St. John's, acted as conductor, and Mr. Plaisted presided at the pianoforte and harmonium . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Samuel Greenwood (conductor)

[News], The Argus (4 September 1862), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5721526 

A conversazione and concert, in behalf of Trinity Church, Sandridge, are to take place this evening in the Naval Brigade Orderly-room, under the presidency of the Bishop of Melbourne . . . The musical programme is to be sustained by Miss Octavia Hamilton and Miss Liddle, and Messrs. Plaisted, Beaumont, Wilkinson, and Brown, who have kindly volunteered their services.

"TOWN TALK", The Herald (23 December 1862), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article244406058 

Last evening a conversazione and concert was given in the Trades' Hall, Sandridge, in aid of the funds of Trinity Church. There was a large and respectable attendance, T. Swallow, Esq., presiding. The musical portion of the entertainment comprised a selection of sacred and secular pieces, sustained by Miss Octavia Hamilton, Miss Liddle, Master [sic] A. Ford and Mr. Brown, Mr. P. C. Plaisted presiding at the pianoforte. In the sacred selections, the pieces most favourably received were the air from the "Elijah," "Rest in the Lord," by Mr. A. Ford, and the trio, "Lift thine eyes," from the same oratorio, by Miss Hamilton, Miss Liddle, and Mr. Ford . . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Octavia Hamilton (vocalist); Maggie Liddle (vocalist); Armes Beaumont (vocalist); Alfred Ford (vocalist)

{news], The Argus (26 March 1863), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article6484471 

A parochial tea-meeting was held last evening, in the schoolroom attached to St. Stephen's Church, Richmond. The main object was to raise funds to pay off the old debt on the church building . . . As soon as tea was over, the party adjourned to the church, when the choir performed a selection of sacred music. The merit of their performance may be guessed from the fact that they numbered among their members several vocalists of note, including Mr. W. H. Williams and Madame Stuttaford. This over, the audience returned to the schoolroom, to listen to a miscellaneous concert, in which Miss O. Hamilton, Miss Bailey, Miss A. Bailey, Master W. H. Ford, and Messrs. W. H. Williams, Angus, and Plaisted were the performers. Mr. C. E. Horsley presided at the piano, and obliged his hearers with several solos . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Charlotte Stuttaford (vocalist); Amelia Bailey (vocalist); Silvanus Angus (vocalist); Charles Edward Horsley (pianist)

"THE NEWS OF THE DAY", The Age (9 July 1863), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article154961423 

The third season of the subscription concerts of the Orpheus Union was initiated last night, at St. George's Hall, the concert being under the patronage of his Excellency the Governor, and the Mayor. His Excellency, with Lady Barkly and Captain Bancroft, were present, and remained the whole of the evening. Despite the very unfavorable state of the weather, the Hall was well filled in each part. The programme was composed principally of madrigals, part songs and glees, all of which were skilfully rendered by the members of the union, who sang in admirable time. The conductor, Mr. G. R. G. Pringle, has not yet recovered from the accident which befel him a short time ago, and must have labored under some little difficulty in wielding the baton with his left hand. Mr. Plaisted presided at the pianoforte. Among the concerted pieces, the glee, "Where the bee sucks," was undoubtedly the best, and it was enthusiastically re-demanded. The madrigal "Fire, fire, my heart," and especially the glee "Discord, dire sister," were delivered with good effect. Harmony and strict time were, indeed, attained in every instance, and the two young gentlemen who sang alto contributed much to the former, by sustaining their parts with the due prominence which is seldom observable in the alto in choruses. Madame Stuttaford sang the scena from "La Sonnambula," "Dearest companions," with great animation and effect, and obtained an encore. She also sang "The soldier tired of war's alarms," and being recalled, gave the favorite ballad, "Molly asthore," with great applause. Meyerbeer's song "Robert, toi qui j'aime," was sung by Miss Octavia Hamilton, who obtained her usual share of well-deserved commendation. This lady also sang "Through every chance and change," which was encored, and answered with "Good bye, sweetheart, Good bye." This ballad was delivered with much expression and feeling. Mention should not be omitted of the solo, "I love to roam in the fields," which was very prettily sung by Miss Mortley, and had to be repeated. Among the instrumental performances, one of the most deserving of notice was a pianoforte solo from "Le Prophete," which was played by Miss Horwitz (a very young lady, who is a pupil of Mr. Pringle's,) with great execution. The violin fantasia of Herr Strebinger was a treat, and the performance fully deserved the large measure of applause bestowed upon it. He was recalled, but the second piece was brought to a premature conclusion by the unfortunate breaking of a string. Mr. Marsh played the pianoforte accompaniment to the fantasia, and contributed much to its effect. The concert, on the whole, was a most successful one, and reflects great credit upon Mr. Pringle, the conductor, and the members of the union generally.

ASSOCIATIONS: Sarah Mortley (vocalist); Frederick Strebinger (violin); Stephen Hale Marsh (piano); Orpheus Union

[News], The Argus (25 February 1864), 5

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The fourth anniversary of the Industry Lodge of Oddfellows, Richmond, was celebrated last evening by a soiree and concert, at the orderly-room, Gipps-street. About 250 persons, about half of whom were ladies, sat down to tea. The concert was attended by nearly 500 persons, the large room being densely crowded. Songs and glees were rendered, in varied succession, by Mrs. Fox, Mr. W. H. Williams, and Mr. H. Palmer, assisted by a numerous chorus . . . The musical performances were conducted by Mr. Williams; Mr. P. C. Plaisted, organist of St. Stephen's, accompanying on the piano.

ASSOCIATIONS: Sarah Fox (vocalist)

"SHIPPING . . . CLEARED OUT", Leader (9 April 1864), 14

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April 4 . . . Pride of the Ocean, ship, 1169 tons, John Kyle, for London. Passengers - saloon . . . Mr. and Mrs. John Plaisted [jun.] and two children . . . Mr. P. C. Plaisted . . .

"SHIPPING INTELLIGENCE . . . ARRIVED", Bendigo Advertiser (31 July 1865), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article87925191 

July 28 . . . Kent, ship (Messrs. Money Wigram and Sons' line), 1,000 tons, Frederick Anderson commander, from London. Passengers - cabin . . . Mr. Plaisted . . .

[News], The Argus (16 November 1865), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5789891

The members of St. Stephen's Church, Richmond, brought their fourteenth anniversary to a close by a tea-party on Tuesday evening. After tea, a nice selection of music was got through, under the able conductor Mr. P. C. Plaisted, organist of the church . . .

"MARRIED", The Age (18 January 1867), 4

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PLAISTED - WALLER. - On the 17th inst., at the Particular Baptist Church, Lonsdale-street, Melbourne, by the Rev. Jno. Turner, Philip Charles Plaisted, Esq., youngest son of the late John Plaisted, Esq., to Alice Catherine, youngest daughter of W. W. Waller, Esq., late of Merton Rush, Gipps Land. No cards.

[News], The Argus (2 April 1869) 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5826134 

Some few days since we mentioned the purchase of an organ, described as the largest and finest in the colony, from Mr. Philpott, of Toorak, for the purpose of re-erecting it at St. Stephen's Church, Richmond. We may now add that this splendid instrument was built by Mr. Walker, of Tottenham Court road, expressly to the order of Mr. Philpott, from designs furnished by Mr. Coward, organist to the Crystal Palace Company. The services of Mr. P. C. Plaisted, pupil of Mr. George Cooper, organist to her Majesty, have been secured as organist to St. Stephen's.

[News], The Argus (29 April 1869), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5813606

. . . Mr. P. C. Plaisted, originally a pupil of Mr. Pringle, of this city, and subsequently of Mr. George Cooper, and Mr. Hopkins, of London, presided, as the newly-appointed organist of the church, and we must say that we never before heard in this part of the world a more legitimate style of organ-playing. Mr. Plaisted not only manifests sound judgment in his "combinations," but he displays a power and a smoothness of manipulation, together with a facile use of the pedals, which certainly entitle him to be placed in the foremost rank of executants on the instrument which he has chosen for the exercise of his musical talents. Whether in the matter of ordinary, voluntary, fugue, or accompaniment, he can scarcely be too highly praised for his abilities . . .

"MELBOURNE AND ITS ORGANISTS", Geelong Advertiser (4 July 1873), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article147273554 

There are at-the present time in Melbourne, three professionals who have been qualified by their training and skill as genuine cathedral organists. They may be enumerated according to seniority as Messrs. David Lee, P. C. Plaisted, and John Hill . . . To return to Mr. Plaisted. Having left England in childhood, his musical education was commenced in this colony. For some years he was a valued employee in the office of James Henty and Co., and, at that time, cultivated music only as an amateur. As time rolled on, his musical tastes predominated over any hopes of acquiring fortune or fame in mercantile pursuits, and he determined to visit England for the purpose of study. He selected, as his teacher, the eminent organist of St. Sepulchre's, Mr. George Cooper, besides having ample opportunities of observing the style of Hopkins, (of the Temple Church), Goss, Best, and other great masters of the instrument. On his return to the colony, he resumed, his position as organist of St. Stephen's, where he plays on the largest and best church organ in the colony - with three rows of keys - by Walker. Mr. Plaisted's great characteristic is enthusiasm, whatever labour and conscientious devotion to his art can do, he will always be able to accomplish. The most perfect of instruments, as we all know, and perhaps the most difficult, is the violin, then came the piano and organ. The piano is difficult from its simplicity of resource, the organ from its complexity. The "touch" of an Arabella Goddard is the result of years of closest labour, and to produce orchestral effects with no other material than afforded by the ivory key-board is the result of consummate skill. An organ is itself an orchestra, and the performer has not only to do the pianist's work, but to vary his instrument, play a separate organ with his feet, and produce the effects of "touch," with an independent piece of mechanism. To bring out these resources of the instrument is the object of organ composers; indeed, some of the highest efforts of the great masters, such as Handel, Mendelssohn, Beethoven, and last, but not least, Bach, have been compositions written for the organ. Many of these are of surpassing difficulty, and such as can only be appreciated by educated musicians. In this legitimate organ-school, Mr. Plaisted delights. He is an incomparable pedalist, has a keen sense of the sublimity of his instrument, and whatever intricacies may exist in the composition he is always prepared honestly to face them, at the same time he has wide sympathies. The organ as we know it, and as connected with our earliest associations, is the instrument of England and Germany, and organ music seems to have its analogy with English oratory and German subtlety of thought, but of late years a French school has sprung up, light, graceful and fascinating, combining the rapid execution of the piano with the more ponderous movements of the pedal organ. Amateurs are familiar with the offertoires of Wely and the exquisite andantes of Baptiste, whilst English imitators amongst whom Scotson Clark takes the lead, follow in their wake. Of this school Mr. Plaisted is a successful interpreter. As a composer Mr. Plaisted is, to say the least, a worthy disciple of Horsley, of whose compositions he often reminds us. Apparently we are entering upon a new phase in our musical history and feeling our way to wider developments. Mr. Plaisted is young, enthusiastic, and persevering, full of high aims and with abundant material of intellect and taste. We wish him well.

ASSOCIATIONS: David Lee (organist); John Hill (organist)

[Advertisement], The Argus (12 January 1878), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5917048

JUST published, price 2s. 6d., NEW TUNES to FAVOURITE HYMNS by P. C. Plaisted, organist of St. Stephens, Richmond, Melbourne; W. H. Glen and Co.

14 April 1884, Yarra Bend Asylum Case Books of Male Patients, 1872-1912, vol. 6; Public Record Office Victoria

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Philip Plaisted / Heidelberg / 39 years / Married / Organist / . . . [duration of present attack] one week / [one week] in Yarra Bend / . . . / [form of insanity] Mania & delusions / 22-4-84 Has evidently been drinking to excess . . .

4 November 1885, Yarra Bend Asylum Case Books of Male Patients, 1872-1912, vol. 6; Public Record Office Victoria

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Philip Plaisted / Box Hill / . . . / Organist / . . . [duration of present attack] fortnight / Mania & delusions / He is excited and very talkative; says he wants to go to Yarra Bend. He has some grand scheme to ameliorate the condition of the women of the town by prayer. Does more work than any man in the world except General Von Moltke; Wife says that for some time she has had attendants from Asylum to watch him; he struck one of them; throws his knife & fork about at meal times . . . 18 - 10 - 86 discharge . . .

7 March 1888, Yarra Bend Asylum Case Books of Male Patients, 1872-1912, vol. 7, Public Record Office Victoria

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Philip Charles Plaisted / Heidelberg / 41 years / Professor of Music / [disordered before] Yes, in Yarra Bend twice . . . 4 - 6 - 88 / he was sent to the Kew Asylum as he is unsuitable for this Asylum

"THE CALAMITY AT BOX HILL. FURTHUR AFFECTING PARTICULARS. HOW THE DEED WAS COMMITTED. MR. PLAISTED'S CAREER", The Argus (11 May 1889), 10

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article6245874

The report of the murder of Mrs. Plaisted by her husband at Box Hill, which appeared in The Argus of yesterday, proves to be only too true in its leading particulars. Further details have since been gleaned, and they all tend to intensity the sad circumstances surrounding the tragedy, in that they place almost beyond doubt the fact that the unfortunate man was insane at the time of the murder, and that he and his wife had lived together for upwards of 20 years in the happiest manner conceivable. She bore with him during all the times of his mental aberration, and when he recovered again he rewarded her tenderness and patience with an ardent affection.

They have six children living, three girls and three boys. Two of the girls are grown up. The elder of the two inherits some of her father's musical talent, and has a number of pupils in and around Box Hill . . . The eldest son, who is a smart, intelligent lad, says that they were an exceedingly happy family, and that his father never seemed to be able to do enough for his mother. His father was kind and indulgent to himself and his brothers and sisters, but at times he got strange. He used to say that if he died he would not like his wife to outlive him, and during the past week or ten days he had got an idea into his head that he was about to die . . .

Mr. Plaisted is the son of an old colonist, and when he first came to the colony he was only eight years old. From his childhood he showed passionate love for music, and as a boy sang as one of the principal choristers in St. Peter's Church, Eastern Hill. When about 15 years of age he accepted the position of junior clerk in the bonded store of Messrs. Allison, Knight, and Co., in Flinders Lane. He did not take much interest in business, and all his spare time was devoted to music. The organ was the instrument he loved. Its rich full tones seemed to soothe and comfort his excitable nature, but organs were scarce in those days, and stories, full of pity now, are told by those who knew him then, of the eager, passionate way in which he pleaded to be allowed to practise on the organ in St. Peter's Church, where he had so long sung as a choir boy. The permission was granted him, and he advanced so rapidly in his studies that he was permitted to preside at the organ during one of the services. From that time he became a slave to music. He developed a deeply religious trait in his character, which only found expression when he was playing church music on his favourite instrument. From the bonded store he went to Messrs. James Henty and Co.'s employ as bookkeeper, and it was while here that his playing attracted the attention of Mr. Charles Horsley, a well known London organist, who was then on a visit to the colonies. He advised him strongly to go home and devote himself to the study of the organ, prophesying for him a brilliant future. The enthusiasm of the young man was so much admired by his employers that they generously undertook, to assist him in carrying out this plan. Accordingly he and his young wife, who was a Miss Alice Waller, the daughter of a Gippsland squatter, started for England [sic, correctly, it was before his marriage]. He studied there under Mr. George Cooper who was spoken of by Mendelssohn as the greatest of organists, and he won his veteran masters warm approval.

When his period of study was completed Mr. Cooper pressed him to remain in England but he refused to do so and returned once more to his old position in Messrs. Henty' and Co's. He was appointed [sic, recte re-appointed] organist at St. Stephen's Church, Richmond and his services were eagerly sought after for all sorts of charitable purposes. He never grudged them but played night after night in different places. The great strain began to tell on him and the first symptoms of the lamentable disease which has brought the present calamity on the family began to assert itself. The doctors ordered absolute rest and he and his wife went down to Lorne. It was here that he first and for the only time showed sign of homicidal mania, and it was found necessary to have him confined. When he was released from the asylum the musical profession tendered him a grand complementary concert, and from that time he has devoted all his attention to music. He has held the position of organist in most of the churches round Melbourne and won the regard of every person with whom he came in contact. The fatal disease, which the doctors at the asylum attribute to softening of the brain, seized him again and again, but no sooner did he recover from an attack than, in spite of his infirmity, one of the churches was always ready to receive him as organist.

He acted as honorary organist to the Melbourne Liedertafel and it was at one of their concerts that he first played Lemmen's organ fantasia, "The Storm." The success which greeted this performance was so great that he repeated it three or four times. On the last occasion of its performance his mind was just wavering, and he played as he had never played before, but next day he had once more to be taken to the asylum. Since then his periods of intelligence time been less frequent, and it is only about eight months since he was last discharged.

The family were in somewhat straitened circumstances, but a few of his closest friends started a subscription privately, and a goodly sum was collected. This was vested in trustees and they have been allowing him so much a week. Mr. Fuller, the organ builder of Kew, placed an organ at his disposal, and on this he used to instruct his pupils. For the past few weeks he has been exceedingly melancholy, and it was feared that another attack was coming on, but no such terrible seizure was anticipated as the one which has caused the present calamity.

Such is briefly the career of a man who, with a little more constitutional strength, might have ranked as one of the world's greatest musicians, who unquestionably possessed that genius which is so akin to madness, and who now lies in prison charged with the murder of his wife.

The funeral of the murdered woman is advertised to take place at the Box Hill Cemetery on Monday.

"AN APPEAL ON BEHALF OF THE PLAISTED FAMILY", The Argus (14 May 1889), 6

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article6246408

[News], The Argus (31 May 1889), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article6251121

The trial of Philip Plaisted the well known musician, who murdered his wife, Alice Catherine, at Box Hill on the 9th inst., was called on at the Supreme Court criminal sittings yesterday before his Honour Mr. Justice Hodges. A jury was empannelled for the purpose of deciding whether the prisoner was of sufficient mental capacity to plead. Dr. Shields, the Government medical officer, and Dr. Dick, the inspector of lunatic asylums, stated that they had examined the accused on that day and previously, and found that he was hopelessly insane, and would not be able to understand the nature of the trial. The jury thereupon decided that the prisoner was not in a fit state of mind to plead, and his Honour then ordered him to be kept in custody pending the pleasure of His Excellency the Governor.

"SUMMARY OF EVENTS", Illustrated Australian News and Musical Times (1 June 1889), 3, 6

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article60621269

A terrible tragedy occurred about a fortnight ago at Box Hill, when a well known and respected musician, Mr. P. C. Plaisted, while in a fit of insanity, murdered his wife. The unfortunate man, who had lived most happily with his wife and family, had been under restraint in the Kew Asylum, but had been allowed out for some time. Immediately prior to the act he had become moody and melancholy, and the funeral of a relative precipitated the crisis. While seated at luncheon in company with Mrs. Plaisted, there being no other person in the house, the wretched man suddenly struck her a violent blow with a flat iron on the head; other blows were rapidly inflicted, and he then cut the poor woman's throat, causing death in a few minutes. He left the house [6] and wandered about the locality for a few hours, when he was found loitering near his home. When taken into custody it was discovered that he had been endeavoring to commit suicide, having inflicted a number of wounds upon himself with a penknife. His mental state was apparent, but at the inquest the jury returned a verdict of wilful murder. Mr. Plaisted is now hopelessly insane, and will be incarcerated permanently at one or other of our lunatic asylums.

"THE PLAISTED FAMILY FUND", The Argus (26 September 1889), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article6282316


Published works:

The canticles and hymns of the church, arranged for chanting, edited by Philip Charles Plaisted (Melbourne: George Nichols, 1869)

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/22368801 

Grand march performed on the great organ in the Melbourne Town Hall at the opening recitals, August, 1872, and arranged for the pianoforte by the composer, P. C. Plaisted (Melbourne: [printed by] C. Troedel, [1872])

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/5884008 

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-166575935 (DIGITISED)

Jerusalem, the golden! the favourite hymn, sung at the Intercolonial Musical Festival held at the Town Hall, Melbourne, the music composed by P. C. Plaisted, organist of St. Stephen's church, Richmond (Melbourne: [printed by] W. H. Williams, [1873])

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/16895821 

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-166198137 (DIGITISED)

New tunes to favorite hymns, composed by P. C. Plaisted, organist and director of the choir at St. Stephen's, Richmond, dedicated (by permission) to the right reverend Dr. Moorhouse, bishop of Melbourne (Melbourne: W. H. Glen, [1878].

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/228626800 

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-169075397 (DIGITISED)

Abide with me!
Nearer, my god, to thee
My God and father, while I stray
Jerusalem the golden!
Just as I am
Sun of my soul
Saviour, breathe an evening blessing.


Bibliography and resources:

Enid Noel Matthews, Colonial organs and organ builders (Melbourne: Melbourne University Press, 1969), 60, 74, 75-76, 82-83, 138, 147-48, etc.

John Maidment, "St. Stephen's Anglican Church, Richmond", Organ Historical Trust of Australia (2006)

https://www.ohta.org.au/organs/organs/RichmondStStephens.html 

John Maidment, "Baptist Church, Collins Street, Melbourne", Organ Historical Trust of Australia (2016)

https://www.ohta.org.au/organs/organs/MelbourneCollinsStBaptist.html 

"Philip Charles Plaisted", Ancestry.com.au

https://www.ancestry.com.au/family-tree/person/tree/6122493/person/1188758537/facts (PAYWALL)




PLATT, Mrs. James (Mrs. James PLATT; Mrs. PLATT)

Musician, pianist, poet

Active Sydney, NSW, 1857-59; 1863; 1867
Active Armidale, NSW, 1860

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Mrs+James+Platt+pianist+poet+c1857-67 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-P-2.php#PLATT-Mrs (shareable link to this entry)


Documentation:

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (27 February 1857), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12992623

CONCERT! Concert!! Concert!!! - Great attraction.
Mr. H. LESLIE, the great American bone-player and delineator of Ethiopian character, is continuing his engagement at the
Rainbow Tavern Concert Hall, Mr. MYERS' (late Mr. Toogood's).
The managers have much pleasure in announcing to the public that they have succeeded in closing an engagement with the celebrated
Miss HARRIET DASTON (late of the Royal Academy, London).
Mrs. Platt, pianist; managers, Mr. Platt and Shearsby;
singers, Miss H. Daston, Mr. Turner, H. Leslie, Mr. Smith, Mr. Davis. Admission free.

ASSOCIATIONS: Harriet Daston (vocalist); John Turner (vocalist); Harry Leslie (entertainer); formerly Toogood's Saloon (Sydney venue)

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (6 March 1857), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12992892

CONCERT. CONCERT. CONCERT. - Great attraction. - Mr. HENRY LIESLY, the great American bone player, and delineator of Ethiopian character is continuing his engagement at the Rainbow Tavern Concert Hall, Mr. MYERS, late Mr. Toogood's, corner of Pitt and King streets; and the managers have much pleasure in announcing to the public they have succeeded in closing an engagement with the celebrated Miss Harriet Daston, (late of the Royal Academy, London), and, united with the following company, are nightly drawing a crowded and delighted audience. Pianist, Mrs. Platt; singers, Miss H. Daston, Mr. Turner, Mr. H. Liesly, Mr. Smith, Mr. Davis.
Managers, Messrs. Platt and Shearby.

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (25 April 1857), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12994668 

CONCERT, CONCERT. - Great attraction - MELBOURNE HOTEL, King-street, MONDAY EVENING, April 27th, for the Benefit of Mrs. JAMES PLATT, pianist. In addition to the usual talent many eminent and well-known old favourites, both vocalists and instrumentals [sic], have offered their services. HENRY LESLIE, the celebrated bone player and delineator of Ethiopian character, assisted by Mr. BRICE, banjo player, who has also kindly volunteered, when Mr. Leslie will appear in the course of the evening, and sing for the first time in Sydney, his great comical burlesque song of "Root Nog or Die." Open at 7. Cards of admission, 1s., to be had at the bar of the Melbourne Hotel.

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (18 April 1857), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article1299434

CONCERT ! Concert ! Concert ! - Great attraction - TO-NIGHT at the Melbourne Hotel, King-street East. Mrs. Platt, pianist; Mr. Platt, manager. Admission free.

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (10 June 1857), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12996750 

CONCERT, CONCERT - MONDAY. WEDNESDAY, and SATURDAY EVENINGS, Red Cow Hotel, Parramatta,
Celebrated Thomas Webster (late Evans' Saloon, Sydney), characteristic and vocal comic singer, will THIS EVENING make his first appearance.
Mrs. Platt, pianist Admission free. Mr. Platt, manager.

[Advertisement], Empire (21 November 1857), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article60265899

CONCERT! CONCERT! - LYCEUM HOTEL, York-street. -
Mr. ISAAC SOLOMON intends to open his Saloon THIS EVENING,
with a talented company of Vocalists and Instrumentalists.
Doors open at half past seven o'clock. Admission free. Mr. J. PLATT, Manager.

[Advertisement], Empire (12 February 1858), 7

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article60264147

J. R. HARMAN'S CONCERT-ROOM, Liverpool Arms, Lower George-street, open every Evening.
The best of talent engaged. Mrs. PLATT, Pianist; Mr. HAYWARD and LITTLE DICK, the celebrated Comic and Sentimental Singers.
Admission, Free.

[Advertisement], Empire (10 April 1858), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article60429319

TOOGOOD'S CONCERT SALOON. GREAT DISPLAY, THIS EVENING.
In addition to the Artistes who have already appeared with the Buckingham Family, some old and new faces will be presented this Evening: -
H. Rich, J. Haines, G. Brandon, H. Groner, Mrs. Platt, the well-known Pianist, and Mr. A. V. Thompson, the eminent Basso.
Others from Melbourne are hourly expected.
Pianists, Miss Buckingham, Madame Josephine, and Mrs. Platt.
Room for one more Buffo Singer.
Apply by letter, to G. H. BUCKINGHAM, TOOGOOD'S GRAND CONOERT SALOON.
The Ethiopian Serenaders will appear during the ensuing week

ASSOCIATIONS: George Buckingham and family (musicians, entertainers)

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (8 January 1859), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13016242

CONCERT, at the Swan-with-Two-Necks, corner of George and Park streets. Admission free. Mrs. PLATT, pianist.

[Advertisement], The Armidale Express and New England General Advertiser (30 June 1860), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article188961707 

Concert! Concert! "FREE AND EASY" held Every Evening at MR. JONES'S, the "Farrier's Arms,"
The well-known Pianiste MRS, PLATT will preside at the Pianoforte. Admission Free.

[Advertisement], The Armidale Express and New England General Advertiser (6 October 1860), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article188962029 

[As above]

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (25 July 1863), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13082094 

A FREE CONCERT, TO-NIGHT. Lachlan Hotel, Haymarket. Pianist, Mrs. PLATT.

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (10 November 1866), 7

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13151908 

ARMY and Navy CONCERT. - Free and easy Every Evening. Liquor at bar prices. Ice Hotel, South Head Road, opposite the Ice Company. Mrs. Platt, pianist, E, HARDY, Proprietor.


Published poetry:

? "Poetry", The Maitland Mercury and Hunter River General Advertiser (4 February 1860), 6 supplement

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article18657644 

"ORIGINAL POETRY", The Armidale Express and New England General Advertiser (28 January 1860), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article188961250 

"ORIGINAL POETRY", The Armidale Express and New England General Advertiser (9 June 1860), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article188961652 

"ORIGINAL POETRY. ON MUSIC", The Armidale Express and New England General Advertiser (23 June 1860), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article188961696 

Hail, sweet enslaver of the soul!
Thy charm is felt from pole to pole;
In every breast thy secret power
Is felt at some soft, thrilling hour . . .

. . . So doth its varying tones express
What's hidden in the soul's recess,
For 'tis the language of the heart - !
Hail! sweet, enslaving, mystic art!

MRS. JAMES PLATT. Armidale, 15th June, 1860.

"CHANGE", The Armidale Express and New England General Advertiser (4 August 1860), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article188961804 

"STANZAS", The Armidale Express and New England General Advertiser (11 August 1860), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article188961820 

"ORIGINAL FAREWELL TO 1860", The Armidale Express and New England General Advertiser (26 January 1861), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article192530558 

"ORIGINAL", The Armidale Express and New England General Advertiser (11 May 1861), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article192530862 




PLATTS, Charles (Charles George Eastland PLATTS; Charles PLATTS; Mr. PLATTS)

Musician, music teacher, pianist, organist, vocalist, musicseller, bookseller, stationer, publisher

Born London, 9 December 1813; baptised St. James, Piccadilly, 2 January 1814; son of James PLATTS (1770-1832) and Sarah NORTHLEIGH (1834)
Married Mary Ann (Marie Louisa) BATT (c. 1795-1880), St. James, Westminster, 16 July 1835
Arrived Adelaide, SA, 22 March 1839 (per D'Auvergne, from London, 13 November 1838)
Died Mitcham, SA, 14/15 November 1871, aged 58

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Charles+Platts+1813-1871 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Charles+Platts (TROVE public tag)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-P-2.php#PLATTS-Charles (shareable link to this entry)


Summary:

London (1813-1838):

Charles Platts was the elder son of James Platts, musicseller of Berwick Street, London, and his second wife Sarah Northleigh, who had married at St. George's, Hanover Square, on 28 April 1811.

James Platts (baptised St. Sepulchre, Holborn, 5 August 1770) was son of a London blacksmith and musician, Martin Platts (senior, 1737-1807). He was apprenticed in 1788 to the musician Thomas Whittell for seven years; his elder brother, Martin, had likewise, in 1776, been apprenticed to the musician William Burnett. By the early 1790s, James was in business as a musician, musicseller and publisher, and was a published composer (see WorldCat).

James was declared bankrupt in 1816, but continued to trade as a music seller and publisher into the 1820s. He was still advertising, from 9, John-street, Oxford-street, in 1829. He died there early April 1832, and was buried on 9 April in the graveyard of St. Faith's under St. Paul, in the city of London. Sarah, his widow, died less than 2 years later, on 2 January 1834, after which Charles continued the family business for at least a couple of years from the same John-street address.

On 16 July 1835 he married Mary Ann Batt at St. James's, Piccadilly, the same church at which he was baptised. According to the South Australian death index, she was born c. 1795 [sic], and at her death in 1880 was registered as Marie Louise Platts.

In his first advertisement in South Australia, Platts also stated that he had been organist of St. Mary's, Aldermary, and St. Paul's chapel, Great Portland-street (Portland chapel).

South Australia:

In April 1839, Charles Platts announced his arrival in Adelaide from London, and begged "to offer his services as teacher of the Piano Forte, which he has studied under the most eminent foreign and English masters".

By September 1839, he was organist of Trinity Church. In October, Platts, "the organist", played the Dead march in Saul at the funeral of colonel William Light. He also delivered "a lecture on the Music of the 17th Century at the Mechanics' Institute, with illustrations including "a concerto from Corelli", and was billed as "Director of the Music", with Philip Lee as leader of the orchestra, for Samson Cameron's "dramatic entertainments".

In December 1839, he and another recent arrival, George Bennett, advertised jointly as "Professors and Teachers of the Pianoforte, Violin and Singing", as well as offering music and instruments for sale, along with tuning and repairs.

In February 1840, Platts and Bennett advertised what was immediately hailed to be Adelaide's "first professional concert".

In August 1843, however, Platts was curtailing his musical activities, as reported:

We regret to learn that the congregation of Trinity Church are deprived of Mr. Platts's performances on the Seraphine. He has been for four years a practical and able director of the congregational singing. The tasteful pieces which he executed pleasingly filled up those long intervals which occur between certain portions of the Church of England service. The great liabilities of the Trustees, is we believe the cause of their dispensing with the instrument.

Thereafter, Platts continued to be the town's leading bookseller, and in 1860 assisted Cesare Cutolo by publishing locally his song God bless you, farewell and his piano nocturne Remembrances of the pyramids.

Having meanwhile spent a few years in Britain, Platts resumed his business in Adelaide, but was insolvent by early 1871, and he died in November. According to his obituary:

His kindly spirit and quaint and genial humour attracted all who knew him intimately, and he received a gratifying proof of the esteem in which he was held in the number of friends who rallied round him in his late misfortunes. His love of music and his skill in that science brought him into connection with the profession very soon after his arrival; but in after years his increasing business connections absorbed the whole of his attention.


Documentation:

London (1813-1838):

Baptisms solemnized in the parish of Saint James, Westminster . . . in the year 1814; register 1813-14, page 2; London Metropolitan Archives

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/1558/images/31547_212695-00359 (PAYWALL)

No. 13 / January 2 [1814] Born Dec'r 9 [1813] / Charles George Eastland / [son of] James & Sarah / Platts / Berwick Street / Music Seller . . .

"DIED", The morning advertiser (10 January 1834), 4

On the 2d inst., Mrs. Sarah Platts, widow of Mr. James Platts, of John-street, Oxford-street, music-seller, aged 54.

[Advertisement], The morning post (25 March 1835), 1

HARP MUSIC. - "GOD PRESERVE THE EMPEROR," arranged with Introduction and brilliant variations, dedicated to the Right Hon. Lady Cust, by Henry [Horn ??] "In Mr. Horn's variations of this celebrated air he [???] perfectly clear of plagiarism. This is in itself no inconsiderable merit, considering the multitude of variations for different [? ? ?] for which the air has furnished a theme. Mr. Horn's [? are] exceedingly brilliant, and the whole piece forms a very [? ? ] for the harp." - Court Journal - C. Platts, 9, John-street, Oxford-street, near Regent-circus.

ASSOCIATIONS: Henry Horn (harpist)

Marriages solemnized in the parish of St. James, Westminster . . . in the year 1835; register, 1835-37, page 21; London Metropolitan Archives

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/61867/images/61865_324054000599_0258-00028 (PAYWALL)

No. 199 / Charles George Eastland Platts of this Parish and Mary Ann Butt were married in this church by banns this [16 July 1835] . . .
In the presence of Maria Sophia Batt, Benj. Travers, Frederick Platts

[Advertisement], John Bull (6 March 1836), 1

TO SINGERS. - A distinguished PROFESSOR, of SINGING, who has studied in Italy for years, begs to acquaint Amateurs of Vocal Music, and young Artists preparing themselves for the Stage or Concerts, that he has OPENED a SINGING CLASS, for cultivating the Voice, and for Classical and Operatic Singing of the highest order. - Five Guineas per Quarter, paid in advance. - Address and particulars may be known by a personal application at the Music Warehouse of C. Platts, John-street, Great Portland street.

"AS I SAW FAIR CHLORA", The musical world (213 October 1837), 46

https://books.google.com.au/books?id=EgkVAAAAQAAJ&pg=RA2-PA46 (DIGITISED)

Mr. Charles Platts informs us that Mr. Parry is in error in attributing the above duet to Hayden; it being the composition of John Weldon, who succeeded Dr. Blow as one of his Majesty's organists in 1708.- Your proof, Mr. Platts.

"AS I SAW FAIR CHLORA", The musical world (29 September 1837), 70

https://books.google.com.au/books?id=EgkVAAAAQAAJ&pg=RA2-PA70 (DIGITISED)

SIR, In support of my argument of this duet being the composition of John Weldon, I beg to refer you to the following extract from Burg's Anecdotes, vol. 2, page 316.

"As a secular composer Weldon had his admirers; his song for two voices 'As I saw fair Chlora walk alone,' was long in favour with the public; and his air in the Judgment of Paris, 'Let ambition fire thy mind,' is a melody so natural and pleasing, that, like an evergreen in vegetation, it will always be fresh and blooming, and there is no air in greater estimation that this, even at present, as sung in the English Opera of 'Love in a Village,' to the words 'Hope, thou nurse of young desire.'"

Weldon died in 1736, and was succeeded in the King's Chapel by the late excellent Dr. Boyce.
CHARLES PLATTS.
Oct. 4th, 9, John Street.

South Australia (1839-71):

[Advertisement], South Australian Gazette and Colonial Register (13 April 1839), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article31750525

MUSICAL. MR. PLATTS, late Organist of St. Mary's Aldermary, and St. Paul's Chapel, Great Portland-street, has the honor to announce his arrival from London, and begs to offer his services as teacher of the Piano Forte, which he has studied under the most eminent foreign and English masters. Address to the office of this paper.

[Advertisement], South Australian Gazette and Colonial Register (8 June 1839), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article31750652 

THE TOWN CLOCK. THE arrangements for setting the Town Clock going having been completed, the public are informed that the subscriptions already received are totally inadequate to meet the expences incurred . . . [subscriptions received o date] . . . Charles George Platts - 0 10 0 . . .

[Advertisement], South Australian Register (14 September 1839), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article27440801 

MR. PLATTS of London, performing the duties of Organist at Trinity Church, Adelaide, has the honor to offer his services as Teacher of the Piano Forte. 128, west end of Curr[i]e-street, corner of North-street. A large selection of New and Fashionable Music on sale.

[Advertisement], Southern Australian (9 October 1839), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article71685575 

Literary and Scientific Association AND Mechanics' Institute,
A LECTURE will be delivered by Mr. PLATTS, assisted by several Professional Gentlemen, on Friday evening, the 11th Inst., at 7 o'clock, on Music, at the Baptist Chapel, Hindley-street.
Admittance to non-subscribers, 1s.
Persons desirous of joining the Institution, may have tickets on-application to
HENRY. WATSON, Hon. Secretary . . .

"THE MECHANICS' INSTITUTE", Southern Australian (9 October 1839), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article71685569 

IT will be seen by the advertisement of the Institution, that a Lecture on Music is to be delivered on Friday night by Mr. Platts. We understand that the meeting will be quite a Musical Festival.

"DEATH OF COLONEL LIGHT. THE FUNERAL", South Australian Register (12 October 1839), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article27440879

. . . On Thursday, the day appointed for the funeral, at a little before 12 o'clock, the hearse containing the body, accompanied by the friends of the deceased, proceeded from Thebarton towards Adelaide. From the time the procession left Thebarton till its arrival at Trinity Church, minute guns were fired by a party stationed at Hindmarsh, and the colors at Government House were hoisted half-mast . . . they proceeded to the Chapel, and the body was placed on a raised platform, the dead March in Saul being played by Mr. Platts, the organist, during these arrangements. Part of the funeral service was then read . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: William Light

MUSIC: Dead march in Saul (Handel)

"MECHANICS' INSTITUTE", South Australian Register (19 October 1839), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article27440903

On Friday week, Mr. Platts gratified the members of the Literary Association by delivering a lecture on the Music of the 17th century. He was duly assisted by Messrs. Bennett and Ewens who have recently arrived from Chichester. We congratulate the colony upon this accession of musical talent. Mr. Platts, after an interesting narrative of the progress of the science at that period, illustrated his subject by several beautiful performances, among which we may particularly "Non Nobis Domine" - the duet "Could a man be secure" - a beautiful concerto from Corelli - Purcell's song "Mad Tom" - and "God save the Queen." The company was extremely numerous and respectable, and repeatedly evinced their gratification with the performance. At the close of the lecture, the Secretary suggested the propriety of having an amateur concert for the benefit of the Infirmary. We hope that our fellow colonists may encourage the project, and have frequent opportunities, in the present dearth of public amusement, of enjoying the innocent and intellectual recreation derived from music.

"MECHANICS INSTITUTE", Southern Australian (23 October 1839), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article71685600 

WE much regret that we should have omitted last week to take notice of the interesting lecture delivered by Mr. Platts, on Music on the 14th instant. The number present upon the occasion, which could not be less than 250, plainly evidenced the growing popularity of the Institutions, and the very able manner in which Mr. Platts elucidated the subject of his lecture, certainly tended much to establish its popularity. Mr. Platts reviewed the history of music from its earliest trace down to the present day, and during his lecture gave some pleasing specimens of the prevailing musical taste at different periods. The assembly repeatedly evinced their satisfaction with the performance of lecturer who was assisted by Messrs. Bennett and Ewens, recently from England. At the conclusion of the lecture the secretary suggested the propriety of getting up an amateur concert for the benefit of the infirmary, a suggestion which we most warmly second; and which we have no doubt the philanthropic ladies and gentlemen of Adelaide, will endeavour to carry into effect. It is announced that Mr. Weston will deliver a lecture on chemistry on Friday evening next, in the Baptist Chapel.

ASSOCIATIONS: George Bennett (musician); William Ewens (vocalist)

MUSIC: Could a man be secure (Starling Goodwin); Tom of Bedlam (attr. Purcell)

[Advertisement], South Australian Register (26 October 1839), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article27440926 

DRAMATIC ENTERTAINMENTS.
MR. CAMERON (of the Hobart Town, Launceston, and Sydney Theatres) has the honor of announcing to the Ladies and Gentlemen of Adelaide and its Vicinity that he purposes shortly giving a series of Dramatic Entertainments upon a perfectly select scale; and he trusts from the arduous nature of the undertaking, and the careful manner in which the business of the Theatre will be conducted, that he will obtain that patronage and support to merit which will ever be his greatest study.
The Musical Department will be placed under the direction of MR. PLATTS . . .
Full particulars will appear in future bills and advertisements.
VIVAT REGINA!

[Advertisement], South Australian (30 October 1839), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article71685619

Dramatic Entertainments. MR. CAMERON . . .
Leader of the Orchestra - Mr. LEE.
Director of the music - MR. PLATTS.
The Painting, Scenery, and decorations executed by MR. OPIE . . .
Further particulars will appear in future bills and advertisements . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Samson Cameron (actor); Philip Lee (violin, leader); Edward Opie (scenic artist)

[Advertisement], South Australian Register (28 December 1839), 6

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article27441067 

MUSICAL - Messrs. Platts and Bennett have the honor to offer their services as Professors and Teachers of the Pianoforte, Violin, and Singing.
Crippen-street, near the Church.
ON SALE, a large selection of Vocal and Instrumental Music, Pianofortes, Violins, Bows, Pegs, &c.;
Harp, Guitar, Violencello and Violin strings; ruled Music Paper;
Pianofortes, Harps, Violins, &c, tuned and repaired.
PLATTS & BENNETT. Crippen-street, near the Church.
CONCERT - Messrs. PLATT & BENNETT beg to announce that they intend to give a CONCERT early in the ensuing month.
Crippen-street, near the Church.

"FIRST PROFESSIONAL CONCERT IN ADELAIDE", South Australian Register (15 February 1840), 6

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article27441184

On a spot that three years ago was a desert waste, now stands a public assembly room. In a place that no longer ago was a howling wilderness, is now advertised the first professional Concert. Where the owl shrieked, and the wild dog yelled in emulation of his savage master, the strains of art and fancy - the notes of Beethoven, Martini, Bishop, &c., are to sing their varied melody. Success to you, Messrs. Platts and Bennett, we know not your performers, and speak not of merits which we can only guess at; but credit and encouragement be yours for the attempt. A crowded and a good natured audience, we hope, will smile upon your efforts.

Would you know my Celia's charms - catch by Webbe

[Advertisement], South Australian Register (15 February 1840), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article27441202 

Under the immediate Patronage of His Excellency the Governor.
CONCERT - at Mr. Solomon's Rooms, Currie-street.
Programme of Messrs. PLATTS and BENNETT's Concert, Wednesday Evening, 19th instant: -
Part First.
OVERTURE - "Samson" - Handel.
GLEE - A LADY, Messrs. EWENS, BENNETT, and EDWARDS. - "Here in cool grot" - Mornington.
SONG - Mr. EDWARDS "Mariners of England - Neukomm.
SOLO - Violin, Mr. BENNETT - Mori.
DUETTO - A LADY and Mr. PLATTS, "E fia Ver" - Mercadante.
GLEE - A LADY, Messrs. EWENS and PLATTS, "The Wreath" - Mazzinghi.
OVERTURE - "Henry the Fourth." - Martini.
Part Second.
OVERTURE - "Men of Prometheus." - Beethoven.
ROUND - A LADY, Messrs. EWENS, PLATTS, and EDWARDS, "Yes, 'tis the Indian drum" - Bishop.
SONG - Mr. EWENS, "Maiden I will ne'er" - Rodwell.
DUETT CONCERTANTE - Violin and piano, Messrs. PLATTS and BENNETT, "Air from Ma Fanchette." - Herz and Lafont.
CATCH - Messrs. EWENS, PLATTS, BENNETT, "Would you know [my Celia's charms]" - Webbe.
FINALE - "God save the Queen."
Tickets, 7s. each, to be had at this office, at the Southern Australian office, and at Messrs. Platts and Bennett, Crippen-street, near the Church.

[News], Adelaide Chronicle and South Australian Advertiser (18 February 1840), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article195859655 

Many of our friends at home, who may have been startled by Mr. Horton James's veracious assertion, that a person might lose himself in the bush in the city of Adelaide, and sleep all night under a tree, for want of a better roof, will be a little surprized to see in the advertizing columns of the Adelaide papers, a notice of the concert to be given on Wednesday, next, by Messrs Platts & Bennett; and will agree with us in thinking, that an evening may be much more agreeably passed under the roof-tree of such really elegant rooms as those of the Messrs. Solomon, in listening to the strains of the masterspirits of harmony of our own land, and to the vocal melody of the our emigrant brethren, than in endeavouring to repose under the finest South Australian gum-tree, listening to, and shrinking from, me monotonous howling of the corrobories of our sable brethren. Still more surprized will they be, if they should happen to see the handsome tinted "programmes" of the music selected for the occasion, creditable alike to the taste of our "masters of the tuneful art," and to the neatness of the "printer's hand" in South Australia. We trust Messrs. Platts and Bennett will have liberal encouragement to renew their praiseworthy endeavours to provide elegant and innocent amusement for the evening hours of our lieges.

[Advertisement], Southern Australian (20 February 1840), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article71619000 

The Concert. MESSRS. PLATTS & BENNETT beg to inform the Public that in consequence of the unfavourable state of the weather, they Were compelled to postpone the CONCERT advertized to take place last night, to THIS EVENING, 20th February, at Messrs, Solomon's Rooms, Currie-street. Tickets may be had of Messrs. Platts and Bennett, and at the newspaper offices. 20th February, 1840.

"FIRST PROFESSIONAL CONCERT", South Australian Register (22 February 1840), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article27441216 

The first professional concert given in Adelaide on Thursday night was so successful, and so numerously attended by the most respectable inhabitants, that we confidently look forward to an early repetition of the attempt. Making due allowance for the embarrassment of first appearances, we can conscientiously say that the whole affair was worthy of most, and superior to many, similar entertainments which are "got up" in the provincial towns of England, boasting of a population double that of Adelaide. The concerted pieces were perhaps the most defective. Instrumental music admits of no mediocrity; but the songs were very respectably given. The most ambitious effort of the evening, Mercandante's duett "E, fia ver," was creditably sung by Mr. Platts and Mrs. Elliott. Mr. Ewens, who is a steady, and evidently a good, musician, sustained his part in several glees, and sung a very sweet English song by Rodwell, the name of which we forget at this moment, with great simplicity and taste. Mr. Edwards gave Neukomm's "Mariners of England" with much vigour, and he afterwards introduced another very beautiful song, well suited to his superb voice, in which he was rapturously encored. Lord Mornington's celebrated glee "Here in cool grot," and Webbe's catch "Would you know" gave very general pleasure, although we thought they might have been done greater justice to had the singers possessed the advantage of a little more practice and a better knowledge of each other's powers. Upon the whole, however, the concert was a good one, and such as we would willingly, and as we earnestly hope to see, in Adelaide for the future at no distant intervals.

ASSOCIATIONS: Caroline Elliot (vocalist); William Povall Edwards (vocalist)

MUSIC: Overture to Samson (Handel); E fia ver (Mercadante, from Elisa e Claudio); The wreath (Mazzinghi); Overture to Henry the Fourth (Martini); Overture to Creatures of Prometheus (Beethoven); Yes, 'tis the Indian drum (Bishop, from Cortez; or, The conquest of Mexico); Air from Ma Fanchette (Herz and Lafont); Would you know my Celia's charms (Webbe)

[Advertisement], South Australian Register (11 April 1840), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article27441337 

JUST ARRIVED, STRAUSS Waltzes, and other music; violin, harp, and guitar strings, &c.; books, maps and atlasses, in great variety; stationery. C. PLATTS, Gilles-arcade.

[Advertisement], South Australian Register (25 April 1840), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article27441367 

SCHOOL ATLASSES, Waltzes, Quadrilles. New Songs, and other Music. Violin, Harp, and Guitar Strings, &c. Maps, Books, and Stationery. A Valuable Violin. C. PLATTS. Gilles arcade. Near the Exchange Rooms.

[Advertisement], South Australian Register (9 January 1841), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article27442163 

GILLES ARCADE CIRCULATING LIBRARY.
A Large addition of Novels, Romances, &c.
On Sale, 228 Violins and bows, from ten shillings each to fifteen guineas.
Splendid violin and harp strings.
Slates and school books; Blackwood; Tait; Evangelical Magazine.
C. PLATTS. Gilles Arcade Circulating Library.

[News], South Australian Register (2 August 1843), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article73841384 

Mr. Charles Platts has now been leader of the singing part of the devotions of the Trinity Church congregation for a period of three years and upwards, by playing on Seraphine, under the promise of a stated salary, but this, we regret to hear, the congregation have not been able to pay, and they are now about to be deprived of his services. Surely, a congregation, which boasts of most of the salaried officers of Government among its number, to say nothing of the standing of others as possessors of large property in the Province, will hardly permit a circumstance so little to their credit to take place, without some effort to prevent it. A subscription set on foot would at once realise what is required, hard as the times are at present, and before the congregation suffer it to be said, that they cannot pay the leader of their singing, we hope this method will be tried.

[News], South Australian (4 August 1843), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article71617613

WE regret to learn that the congregation of Trinity Church are deprived of Mr. Platts's performances on the Seraphine. He has been for four years a practical and able director of the congregational singing. The tasteful pieces which he executed pleasingly filled up those long intervals which occur between certain portions of the Church of England service. The great liabilities of the Trustees, is we believe the cause of their dispensing with the instrument.

[Advertisement], Adelaide Times (8 July 1850), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article207117179 

ANTI-ROAD AND DRAY TAX SONG.
Just Published, at PLATT'S, price One Shilling,
THE PATRIOT'S SONG, "We've severed ourselves from our friends and home."
The words and music by F. Lancelott.
Platt's Book and Music Warehouses, Hindley-street.

ASSOCIATIONS: Francis Lancelott (composer, lyricist)

[Advertisement], South Australian Register (15 March 1854), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article48552884 

NEW and POPULAR MUSIC -
Warrior's March - Irish Quadrilles
Pop goes the Weasel - Sturm March Galop
Post-Horn Galop - Rats Quadrilles
Uncle Tom Quadrilles - Indiana Waltz.
A selection of the newest Songs, Polkas, Operatic Airs, Duets for four hands. Overtures, etc. etc, from Addison and Hollier, is received monthly.
- PLATTS.
Harmoniums. Seraphines, Pianofortes, and other Musical Instruments for sale or hire.

"PROVINCIAL GRAND LODGE OF FREEMASONS", South Australian Register (16 November 1854), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article49205723

Yesterday more than one hundred and fifty members of the mystic craft attended the installation of their newly-appointed Grand Master, Benjamin Archer Kent. The meeting being strictly private, we are unable to say what occurred within the Masonic Hall, but at 5 o'clock the brothers walked in procession to Trinity Church, in the dresses of their various ranks, and with the banners of the different Lodges . . . We have been favoured with a list of the new officers, viz.: - D.P.G.M. John Lazar, P.G. . . . Organist C. G. E. Platts . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Benjamin Archer Kent (amateur musician); John Lazar (theatre manager, actor)

[Advertisement], Adelaide Times (27 August 1855), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article207073038 

PIANOFORTES. - The largest stock of Pianofortes, which can be warranted, is open for public in spection at PLATTS'S (Established 1839).
These instruments are manufactured expressly for this climate, under the directions of an old resident, and possess a solidity in the construction producing a fullness and roundness of tone unequalled by Pianos shipped on mere speculation.
Pianos purchased at PLATTS'S are exchanged within six months if not approved of.

[Advertisement], South Australian Register (15 September 1858), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article49781631 

SONG BOOKS. - Choice Variety. -
Cremorne Comic Song Book.
Duncombe's Ethiopian Songster and Mississippi Screamer, containing all the newest and most popular [REDACTED] Songs.
Duncombe's Drawingroom Songster, a collection of Sentimental Songs.
Duncombe's Irish Songster, containing all the newest and most popular Irish Songs.
The Crotchet, or the Songster and Toast-Master's Companion, consisting of several thousand favourite Songs and popular Toasts.
Kyle's American Vocalist, words and music.
Labern's New Funny Song Book.
Do. Original Comic Song Book.
Do. Popular Comic Song Book.
Do. New Comic Song Book.
Do. Own Comic Song Book.
Thatcher's Colonial Songster.
Victoria Songster.
PLATTS, 1, 95, 97, Hindley-street.

ASSOCIATIONS: Charles Thatcher (vocalist, songwriter)

[Advertisement], South Australian Register (16 February 1863), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article50174765 

THE KANGAROO GALOP, by James Cassidy, composer of the celebrated "Burlesque Galop."
PLATTS'S Music Rooms, Hindley and King William streets.

ASSOCIATIONS: James Cassidy (c. 1824-1869; Irish composer, never came to Australia); for an American edition, see here Kangaroo galop (Boston: Oliver Ditson & Co., [c. 1862])

"DEATHS", South Australian Register (15 November 1871), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article39241860

PLATTS. - On the 15th November, at Fullarton, Mr. Chas. G. E. Platts, aged 58.

"OBITUARY. MR. CHARLES PLATTS", South Australian Register (5 December 1871), 6s

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article39254655

Another of our early colonists has been removed from us by death. Mr. Charles George Eastland Platts, who for about a third of a century carried on business as bookseller and stationer in Adelaide, died on Tuesday, November 14, at his residence near Mitcham. Mr. Platts was formerly an organist in one of the churches in the City of London. He arrived in the colony in 1839, and commenced business in Gilles-arcade, whence he subsequently removed to more commodious premises in Hindley-street, nearly opposite Rosina-street. Still later he opened the extensive premises at the corner of King William and Hindley streets, and for several years his success in business was very great. Mr. Platts then visited Europe with a view to recruiting his health, and returned to the colony some three or four years ago. But his constitution, which was never very strong, gave way beneath the pressure of accumulated troubles and disappointments. Under careful medical treatment his health latterly seemed to have been partially restored; but a somewhat sudden relapse took place on Monday evening, and at 2 o'clock on Tuesday morning his sufferings were relieved by death. Mr. Platts was a quiet inoffensive citizen, who in life was very generally respected. He has left behind him a wife and a large circle of friends to deplore his death. His kindly spirit and quaint and genial humour attracted all who knew him intimately, and he received a gratifying proof of the esteem in which he was held in the number of friends who rallied round him in his late misfortunes. His love of music and his skill in that science brought him into connection with the profession very soon after his arrival; but in after years his increasing business connections absorbed the whole of his attention. The immediate cause of death was rheumatic gout. It was thought he was recovering from a sharp attack, and he was congratulating himself on recovering the use of his legs and hand when the disease suddenly attacked the brain. For a few hours his sufferings were intense, but delirium supervened, and in that state he died.

"DEATHS", South Australian Register (11 January 1875), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article40092802 

PLATTS. - On the 19th November, 1874, Frederick Thomas Platts, of London, brother of the late Charles Platts, of Adelaide, aged 59.

"DIED", The South Australian Advertiser (23 October 1880), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article30807865 

PLATTS. - On the 22nd October, at the residence of W. Bacon Carter, College Town, Marie L., relict of the late Charles Platts.

According to the death index, Marie Louisa Platts, born c. 1795 [sic]


Bibliography and resources:

George Loyau, Notable South Australians; or, Colonists past and present (Adelaide: Carey, Page &. Co, 1885), 259

http://archive.org/stream/notablesouthaus01loyagoog#page/n306/mode/2up (DIGITISED)

https://en.wikisource.org/wiki/Notable_South_Australians/Charles_Platts 

Charles Platts, WHO for over thirty years was a bookseller in Adelaide, was born in London, and arrived here in 1839. From a small beginning he worked up one of the largest businesses in South Australia, and retired on a competency. He was an accomplished church organist, and his services were often in request. Mr. Platts was universally liked for his genial temperament and bonhomie, and his death, which took place at Mitcham, near Adelaide, on November 14, 1871, was much lamented.

E. Harold Davies, "MUSIC IN EARLY DAYS", The Advertiser (30 September 1933), 9

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article47005310 

E. Harold Davies, "TO DIVERT COLONISTS", The Advertiser (7 October 1833), 9

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article36447815 

"New World Music", The Advertiser (1 September 1936), 95

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article74319208 

Philip H. Highfill et al., A biographical dictionary of actors, actresses, musicians, dancers, managers & other stage personnel in London, 1660-1800; volume 12: Pinner to Rizzo (Carbondale: Southern Illinois University Press, 1987), 31-33

https://babel.hathitrust.org/cgi/pt?id=mdp.39015066321996&view=1up&seq=41 (DIGITISED)

Beth Duncan, Mary Thomas, founding mother, the life and times of a South Australian pioneer (Adelaide: Wakefield Press, 2007), 86, 87, 88

https://books.google.com.au/books?id=z1lJSeUm0dMC&pg=PA86 (PREVIEW)

Brian Dickey, Holy Trinity Adelaide 1836-2012: the history of a city church [2nd edition] (Adelaide: Trinity Church Trust, 2013), 31, 33, 36, 37, 39

https://f001.backblazeb2.com/file/trinitycity/history/chapter-2.pdf (DIGITISED)

Paul Cooper, James and Martin Platts, dance publishers, 1780s-1820s (paper 33), RegencyDances.org

https://www.regencydances.org/paper033.php#jpv01 

James Platts, musical compositions and publications, c. 1791-c. 1815; WorldCat

https://www.worldcat.org/search?q=au:Platts+James&fq=s0%3A40000000&dblist=638




PLAYFORD, John Joseph (John Joseph PLAYFORD)

Amateur bell ringer, bell captain, change ringer, ringing instructor

Active Sydney, NSW, c. 1850-62

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-P-2.php#PLAYFORD-John-Joseph (shareable link to this entry)


Documentation:

"ADDRESS TO MR. PLAYFORD", Empire [Sydney, NSW] (15 March 1862), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article60506592 

A meeting of the bell-ringers connected with the various Roman Catholic churches of Sydney was held in the belfy attached to St Mary's last evening, for the purpose of presenting the following address to Mr. John Joseph Playford, who is about leaving Sydney: -
"Sydney, 14th March, 1862. To Mr. John Joseph Playford. -
Dear Sir - It is with unfeigned regret that the ringers of St. Mary's, St. Benedict's, and the Sacred Heart have heard of your intention to leave Sydney for a foreign land. We regret it the more from the knowledge we possess of your untiring exertions for the last twelve years to make proficient in the art of bell-ringing those who then took but little interest in it. We, the ringers at St. Mary's Cathedral, beg to thank you most sincerely for your kind and gentlemanly conduct to us; and we only wish it were in our power to present you with a more substantial testimonial than the one now presented, to mark our sense of your unflagging exertions in making us proficient in the art of bell-ringing. -
We, the ringers of St. Benedict's and the Church of the Sacred Heart, deplore most sincerely your departure from amongst us, for thereby we not only lose an instuctor, but a sincere friend. We assure you that the loss of your valuable aid will be severely felt in the belfries of our various churches. In conclusion, we sincerely thank you for the great assistance you have at all times, and on all occasions, rendered us, to the no small loss of time, and trouble to yourself. With God's blessing, we wish you success and prosperity in the land you go to. -
We remain, dear sir, your most affectionate friends."
(Here follow the signatures of the ringers of the various churches.)

"MR. M. J. CONLON'S RECOLLECTIONS. THE BEGINNINGS OF ST. BENEDICT'S", Freeman's Journal (11 July 1907), 13

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article108040378 

. . . Bell-ringing was introduced in St. Benedict's Church about the year 1858 by John Henry Playford, an Englishman, who had been a great bell-ringer in the old country. He arranged to teach seven of the youths from St. Benedict's the art of bell-ringing. The names of the seven aspirants to bell-ringing fame were: Thomas Hyndes, M. McNamara, Joe Woods, and James Cull, who have since died, whilst the living are Jim Murtough, the well-known Botany resident, at present enjoying the sea breeze at Manly; John George Cotter, still employed at Fowler's Pottery, and myself. We reached a high pitch of excellence in this art, and our training was carried on for some fourteen or fifteen years . . .

"THE HOME OF OUR COADJUTOR-ARCHBISHOP: ST. BENEDICT'S STORY", Freeman's Journal (12 October 1922), 12

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article116747243 

. . . In connection with the erection of the bells in the steeple, perhaps a few facts would be interesting. Bell-ringing was introduced in St. Benedict's about the year 1858 by John Henry Playford, an Englishman. He arranged to teach seven of the youths of the parish the art of bell ringing. The names of the seven aspirants were Thomas Hyndes, M. McNamara, Joe Woods, James Cull, Jim Murtough (at present a respected resident of Manly), John Cotter and Michael Condon [sic, Conlon] (formerly the well-known potter of Glebe) . . .




PLEASANTS, George (George PLEASANTS; Mr. G. PLEASANTS; Mr. PLEASANTS; PLEASEANT; PLEASANCE)

Amateur musician, vocalist, violoncello player, cellist, blacksmith and wheelwright

Born Beccles, Suffolk, England, c. 1822; son of George PLEASANTS (1789-1861) and Hester LEGGATT
Married Emma HAYWARD (d. 1889), Ipswich, Suffolk, 1844 (4th quarter)
Arrived Melbourne, VIC, 4 August 1853 (per Chowringhee, from London, 16 April, aged "31")
Died Surrey Hill, VIC, 18 February 1902, aged "81" (reg. PLEASANCE)

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=George+Pleasants+c1822-1902 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-P-2.php#PLEASANTS-George (shareable link to this entry)


Documentation:

England census, 30 March 1851, Beccles, Suffolk; UK National Archives, HO107/1804/401/27

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/8860/images/SFKHO107_1804_1805-0104 (PAYWALL)

Hungate Lane / George Pleasants / Head / Mar. / 29 / Shoeing Smith employing man & boy / [born] [Suffolk Beccles]
Emma / Wife / 25 // Ellen / Daur. / 5 // Charles / Son / 9 months / [all born Suffolk Beccles]

Names and descriptions of passengers per Chowringhee from London, 16 April 1853, for Melbourne; Public Record Office Victoria

https://prov.vic.gov.au/archive/3404E19C-F96C-11E9-AE98-FBBBD63BD0BC?image=380 (DIGITISED)

. . . Pleasant George / 31 / Blacksmith . . .

Names and descriptions of passengers per Kent from London, 4 May 1855, for Melbourne; Public Record Office Victoria

https://prov.vic.gov.au/archive/3AFAF4A2-F96C-11E9-AE98-C1235E0566FF?image=237 (DIGITISED)

. . . Pleasants Emma / 28 // Ellan / 9 // Charles / 4 // Frederick / 2 . . .

"MALMSBURY (FROM OUR OWN CORRESPONDENT) November 16th . . . THE GLEE CLUB", The Kyneton Observer (17 November 1860), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article240850518 

On Tuesday evening, the members of the Glee Club met at the residence of Mr. G. Pleasants for the purpose of transacting business. A full attendance of members having been present, Mr. Pleasants stated that at a former meeting, held in the previous week, he had been elected President of the Club, in room of Mr. I. L. French, who had ceased to identify himself with the Club. Seeing their Secretary (Mr. John French) present, he would ask him, if he was prepared to do so, to lay before the meeting the accounts and then to resign, and, if be thought proper, to offer himself for re-election. The Secretary apologised for not having his balance-sheet made out, but promised to have the same ready by their next meeting. It was then proposed and carried - "That a concert in behalf of the Malmsbury School should be given on Monday, the 26th inst., in the hall of the Duke of Kent Hotel." Several arrangements were entered into regarding the above concert, after which the meeting was adjourned until Friday (this evening), to meet at the Schoolroom. It is the intention of the Club to make the concert above alluded to a first class entertainment, and as they have some good musicians among them, they will have a selection of instrumental music performed during the evening. The funds to be derived from this concert will be given to the school, for the purpose of purchasing prizes to be distributed at the Christmas examination.

ASSOCIATIONS: Malmsbury Glee Club (group)

[Advertisement], The Kyneton Observer (8 December 1860), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article240850704 

CONCERT By Special Desire, at the DUKE OF KENT HOTEL.
THE MALMSBURY GLEE CLUB Will give a GRAND VOCAL AND INSTRUMENTAL ENTERTAINMENT
On MONDAY, 10th DECEMBER, Assisted by MR. BARLOW, the celebrated Comic and Negro Singer.
Pianiste - Madame FRANCIS.
Violinist - Mr. LEECH.
Cornet-a-Piston - Mr. ROGERSON.
Violincello - Mr. PLEASANTS.
PROGRAMME.
PART I.
Overture - "Fra Diavolo" - Auber
Glee - "Awake! AEolian Lyre" - Danby
Song - Mr. Lyons
Glee - "Hark! 'tis the Bells"
Lily of the Valley Waltz - D'Albert - Band
Comic Song - Mr. Barlow
Glee - "The Sun's Gay Beams" - Callcott
Song - Mr. Gowing
Solo Violin - De Beriot - Mr. Leech
Glee - "Dame Durden"
Interval of Ten Minutes.
PART II.
Overture - "Tancredi" - Rossini
Glee - "Here in Cool Grot" - Earl of Mornington
Song - Mr. Hughes
Glee - "To all you Ladies now on Land" - Callcott
Mr. Barlow's Negro Entertainment.
Laughing Galope - Farmer - Band
Song - Mr. Weir
Duett - "Hark! the Goddess Dianna" - Mr. Weir & Mr. Hughes
Solo - Pianoforte - Madame Francis
Finale "God Save the Queen."
Prices of admission - Front seats, 3s; back seats, 2s.
Tickets to be had of Mr. Tyson, Mr Pleasants, Messrs. Hewitt and Hall, Mr Ward, Albion Hotel, Taradale; Mr Peterson, Mechanics' Institute, Kyneton, and at the door.
Doors open at half past Seven, to commence at Eight o'clock.

ASSOCIATIONS: Robert Barlow (vocalist); Sophie Francis (piano); Frederick Leech (violin)

MUSIC: Awake! AEolian lyre (Danby); Dame Durden (glee); Here in cool grot (Mornington); To all you ladies now on land [The mariner] (Callcott)

[Advertisement], The Kyneton Observer (20 September 1862), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article240898898 

GEORGE PLEASANTS, BLACKSMITH AND WHEEL RIGHT, of Malmsbury.
BEGS respectfully to thank the Gentlemen and Farmers of the district for the support they have accorded him during the last seven years, and in taking leave of them, begs to assure them that he can confidently recommend his successor, Duncan McGregor as particularly deserving their notice and patronage . . .

[Advertisement], The Kyneton Observer (12 July 1866), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article240657558 

FOR SALE, a good violoncello. Apply George Pleasants, Malmsbury.

"New Insolvents", Mount Alexander Mail [Castlemaine, VIC] (17 April 1867), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article197543828 

George Pleasant, of Malmsbury, journeyman blacksmith. Causes of insolvency: Bad debts, and losses in business. Liabilities, L130 18s 1d ; assets, L1; deficiency, L129 18s 1d.




PLEITNER, Johanna Augusta (Johanna Augusta EIMEN; Mrs. Heinrich Wilhelm PLEITNER; Madame PLEITNER)

Musician, violinist, violin player, vocalist

Born ? Hanover (Germany), c. 1843
Married Heinrich Wilhelm PLEITNER (d. 1913), VIC, 1865
Died Menindie, SA, 22 April 1913

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Johanna+Eimen+Pleitner+c1843-1913 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-P-2.php#PLEITNER-Johanna (shareable link to this entry)

THIS ENTRY IS A STUB ON PERSONNEL FIRST ACTIVE IN AUSTRALIA AFTER 1860


Summary:

Following the long Australian visit of the first international woman violinist to visit Australia, Jenny Claus (1873-76), Johanna Pleitner was one of the first generation of resident settler women on record to play the violin in public semi-professionally. While a resident of Chiltern, VIC, in the later 1870s, she formed a regular performing partnership with local pianist, John Bennett, continued later in Adelaide in the early 1880s, after both the Pleitners and Bennetts moved there. Bennett and his wife named their shortlived last son Augustus Pleitner Bennett after her.


Documentation:

"MUSICAL ENTERTAINMENT AT CHILTERN", Ovens and Murray Advertiser [Beechworth, VIC] (21 April 1870), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article196420111 

A musical entertainment was given on Monday evening at the Star Theatre, for the benefit of Mr. J. Bennett, a well-known local amateur. The programme was a long and varied one . . . Mrs. Mackay sang some difficult operatic airs, having to accompany herself on the piano; Mrs. Mackay's kindness in presiding at the piano during the evening was fully appreciated by the committee. Mrs. Hutton and Mrs. Pleitner also sang several songs, which were warmly applauded . . .

[Advertisement], Ovens and Murray Advertiser (28 April 1877), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article198225521 

BENNETT & PLEITNER, MUSICIANS (Piano and Violin), CHILTERN.
PUBLIC or Private Balls and Assemblies attended in all parts of the district.
Address: Mr. J. Bennett, Chiltern.

"FIRE BRIGADE BALL". The Albury Banner and Wodonga Express [NSW] (11 May 1878), 14

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article257958392 

The members of the Albury Volunteer Fire Brigade purpose celebrating their anniversary by a ball, to be held at the Exchange Assembly Rooms on Tuesday, 28th May. The fact that Mrs. Pleitner and Mr. Bennet have been engaged for the occasion affords a sufficient guarantee that the music will be all that could be desired.

"CHILTERN MEMS", Ovens and Murray Advertiser (16 September 1879), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article200193034 

On Tuesday evening last (the night of the Agricultural Show) an entertainment on behalf of the funds of local Church of England was given in the Star Theatre, and was a most successful affiur in every respect. About 300 persons were present, and all expressed themselves as highly delighted with the intellectual treat provided. Mr. Bennett and Mrs. Pleitner acted as accompanists throughout the evening, and as such gave, as usual, universal satisfaction . . .

"ALBURY (FROM OUR OWN CORRESPONDENT) March 30", Ovens and Murray Advertiser (3 April 1880), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article200192894 

The Foresters' gala day and sports took place yesterday . . . In the evening a concert took place in the Exchange Concert-room, which was crowded, the fair sex predominating; and about 30 couples attended the Forester's Ball at the Mechanics' Institute, and kept the music going till about 5 o'clock in the morning. Bennett and Pleitner managed the music, and their name is a sufficient guarantee that it was first-class.

[Advertisement], The Express and Telegraph [Adelaide, SA] (14 February 1882), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article208255243 

GRAND PROMENADE CONCERT will be held in Temperance Hall, Tynte-street, North Adelaide, in connection with ST. LAURANCE'S CHURCH, THURSDAY, February 16.
Tickets, to include Dancing, 2s. Violiniste, Madame Pleitner; Pianist, Mr. Bennett.

"CHILTERN RESIDENTS ABOARD", Ovens and Murray Advertiser (30 March 1882), 4

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By a letter received on Tuesday, from Adelaide, from a former resident of Chiltern (Mr. Bennett) the "Standard" learns that Mr. W. Pleitner, another old Chilternese, has been made mining manager to an important claim at Woodside, situated about 20 miles from Adelaide, and also for another claim in the same place.

"DEATHS", Evening Journal [Adelaide, SA] (5 April 1883), 2

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BENNETT. - On the 4th April, Augustus Pleitner, youngest son of the late John Bennett, North Adelaide (late of Melbourne), aged three months.




PLOCK, Adam (Adam PLOCK; Herr PLOCK)

Musician, professor of music, band leader, composer, arranger, merchant, dealer

Born Hesse Cassel, Germany, 13 October 1824; son of Adam PLOCK and Gerte GERARD
Married Louisa HICKLING (c. 1830-1911), St. Ann's, Jamaica, 2 October 1850
Arrived Melbourne, VIC, May 1853 (per Baltimore, from the Caribbean, aged "27")
Died Windsor, Melbourne, VIC, 2 June 1903, "aged 78 years"

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PLOCK, Gertrude (Gertrude Gerhard Louisa PLOCK; Gertrude PLOCK; Miss PLOCK)

Musician, violinist, band leader

Born Jamaica, 1851
Arrived Melbourne, VIC, May 1853 (per Baltimore, from America, aged 2)
Died Flinders Island, SA, 27 April 1927

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PLOCK, Emily (Harriet Emilie PLOCK; Emily PLOCK Mrs. Walter HUME)

Musician, pianist, cellist, ? violinist

Born Emerald Hill, VIC, 1856
Married Walter HUME, Windsor, VIC, 20 July 1886
Died Elwood, VIC, 14 November 1933

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Adam Plock (with baton, standing centre right) and bandsmen, Melbourne, c. 1890

Adam Plock (with baton, standing centre right) and bandsmen, Melbourne, c. 1890


Documentation:

George Washington Peck, Melbourne, and the Chincha Islands: with sketches of Lima, and a voyage round the world (New York: Scribner, 1854), 123

http://www.archive.org/stream/melbourneandchi00peckgoog#page/n126/mode/2up 

. . . At the theatre [in Melbourne in May-July 1853] was a German Double bass player, whom I had known in Boston . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: George Washington Peck (author)

"AGENTS FOR THE BANNER", The Banner (23 May 1854), 16

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MELBOURNE . . . Mr. ADAM PLOCK, 27, Flinders Street . . .

[Advertisement], The Argus (19 October 1854), 8

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TO-NIGHT! Melbourne Casino to-night.
The great night of the season. For the Benefit of the Band.
On this occasion the following eminent Artists,
Among many other professional friends, have kindly volunteered their services: -
First violins - W. and S. Radford.
Second violins - Chate, Edwards, and Griffiths.
Tenor - J. Baker.
Double basses - W. Tranter and Herr Plock.
Cornet-a-Pistons - P. C. Burke and W. Carey.
French Horn - Herr Khoeler [sic].
Clarionette - G. Wilson.
Harp - T. King.
Principle [sic] Clavicore - C. Roe.
Trombone - J. Hawkes.
Oboe - H. Sorge.
Drums - Fred. Sharpe.
Piano - R. Owen.
To commence with a Grand Concert in which Messrs. William and Sydney Radford will play a duet on one violin, first time in Australia; and the celebrated duet from Les Huguenots, for the cornet and violin, by P. Burke, and W. Radford. To conclude with a Fancy Dress Ball.
Admission, 5s.

ASSOCIATIONS: William and Sidney Radford (violins); Alfred Chate (violin); Joseph Griffiths (violin); William Tranter (double bass); Peter Constantine Burke (cornet); Franz Andreas Kohler (horn); Thomas King (harp); Richard Owen (pianist)

[Advertisement], The Argus (21 December 1855), 8

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MRS. THOM to the undersigned and Gentlemen of the Theatrical and Musical Profession in Melbourne . . . my very sincere thanks for the handsome testimonials of your esteem and regard with which you have presented me . . .
I remain, Very faithfully yours, ELIZA THOM.
Miss Catherine Hayes | Mr. F. Webster
Mrs. C. Poole | - L. McGowan
Madame Carandini | - H. Richardson
Mrs. E. Hancock | - H. R. Chapman
Madame Strebinger | - H. H. Oates
Mrs. Chester | - J. Welsh
- Moor | - J. Byron
Mr. John Gregg | - J. Lavenu
- Lyall | - F. Strebinger
- E. Hancock | - F. Coppin
Signor Carandini | - H. Berg
G. V. Brooke, Esq. | - Sundborg [Lundborg]
G. Coppin, Esq. | - Prinz
C. Poole, Esq. | - E. D. King
Mr. Richard Younge | - A. Moore
- H. N. Warner | - H. Johnson
- G. H. Rogers | - H. Kohler
- E. H. Burford | - H. B. Gover
- S. Howard | - P. Thomas
- E. Russell | - Hurlerbein
- T. Nunn | - Kohler
- W. Chester | - A. Plock
- J. E. Renno | - J. Murrell
- Charles | - G. Naughton
- Radford | - R. Ilsay.
F. L. Bayne, Esq. | W. Bushnell, Esq.
J. Baurie, Esq. | - Jacomb, Esq.
Melbourne, December 19th, 1855.

ASSOCIATIONS: Eliza Thom (actor); Lewis Henry Lavenu (musical director); Frederick Strebinger (violin, leader)

[2 advertisements], The Argus (11 August 1856), 8

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ACCORDIONS, Flutinas, Concertinas, Repaired at moderate charges. Plork and Kahler [sic], 45 Flinders-street west.

QUADRILLE BANDS.- Small and large bands from two to twenty musicians provided at the shortest notice and at lowest terms, by applying at No. 45 Flinders-street west.

ASSOCIATIONS: Franz Andreas Kohler (musician, business partner)

[Advertisement], The Argus (14 October 1857), 1

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WANTED MEN for Making-Up Oilskin Suits for Sailors. Plock and Kohler, 45 Flinders-street west.

"POLICE", The Argus (25 February 1858), 6

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James Dillon and John Roland, two American sailors, were charged with having created a disturbance, destroyed property, and assaulted Messrs. Kohler and Plock, ship chandlers, in their shop in Flinders-street, on the previous day. Mr. Plock's head and face exhibited several bruises, the result of the violence of the prisoners; and it was stated that Mr. Kohler's leg was either severely fractured or broken by the prisoner Dillon. The prisoners appeared to have gone to the shop for a "spree," and when ordered out they resorted to violence of the most brutal and wanton character, and when the police arrived the prisoners assaulted them also. Dr. Gerrard, the surgeon of the Hospital, was called, and proved that Mr. Kohler was admitted into the Hospital on the previous evening, suffering from a fracture of the thigh, which would keep him in bed for three or four months. Roland threw all the blame of the transaction on Dillon. The Bench committed both of them for trial.

[Advertisement], The Argus (8 February 1859), 3

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NOTICE. - The PARTNERSHIP hitherto subsisting between the undersigned, under the style of Plock and Kohler, is this day, DISSOLVED, by mutual consent.
ADAM PLOCK.
FRANZ KOHLER.
Witness - Duncan Carter.
February 7, 1859.

[Advertisement], The Argus (8 March 1860), 7

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NOTICE To PASSENGERS proceeding to England and other countries - The cheapest house in town for supplying CLOTHING of every description, Bedding, blankets, Tinware, and all necessary articles for a sea voyage, is No. 21 Elizabeth-street, opposite the Black Ball Line of Packets office.
COPPIN and PLOCK.

ASSOCIATIONS: George Coppin (business partner)

"THE LATE TOBACCO ROBBERY", The Age (4 September 1860), 6

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William Kemp, Thomas Phillips, and Adam Plock were brought up, yesterday, at the City Police Court, on bail, charged with robbing the premises of Messrs. Politz and Rose, Queen street, of a large quantity (940 lb.) of tobacco, on the evening of August 15th, and previous occasions. In addition to these, George Smithers, alias Ned, and Dick, alias William Kinsman, were now brought up charged with being two of three persons who actually committed the robbery . . . At the conclusion of this evidence counsel addressed the Bench. Thomas Phillips, William Kinsman and George Smithers were committed for trial. Adam Plock and William Kemp were discharged, the evidence being found insufficient for their committal.

[Advertisement], The Age (27 December 1862), 8

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GERMAN PIC-NIC ON NEW YEAR'S DAY, 1st JANUARY, 1863.
The German Gymnastic Association beg to inform their countrymen and the public in general that their Annual Pic-nic will take place in the Survey Paddock, Richmond, near the Pic-nic Railway station.
Johnson's splendid Band has been engaged for the occasion.
Admission tickets for Gentlemen, at 2s. 6d. each, can be obtained at Messrs L. Meyring, Bushman, J. Kruse, A. Plock, Nissen, Carp, and Leemann, and in the paddock.
Ladies and Children, Free. D. HENNO, Hon. Sec.

[News], The Argus (2 May 1863), 5

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The fourth anniversary fete of the German Gymnastic Association was celebrated last evening, at the hall, in Russell-street south, and the building was tastefully decorated in honour of the occasion. The entertainment consisted of three parts - first, gymnastic displays by chosen members of the association, who performed the exercises skilfully and gracefully. The second division of the evening was given to the supper . . . The "Liedertafel" followed with the national song of the Germans. Mr. A. Plock next gave - "Victoria, the Land of our Adoption," amidst great applause. Several excellent speeches were delivered; after which dancing commenced . . .

[News], The Herald (29 April 1868), 2

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A meeting of the Victorian Musical Association took place yesterday, at the Adam and Eve hotel, for the annual election of officers for the ensuing year, Mr. Lundberg in the chair. The usual vote of thanks to the retiring officers was passed, and Mr. Caws, the secretary, having read the report showing the affairs of the society free from any liabilities, Mr. Siede was again elected secretary and sole conductor; Mr. E. Bently, treasurer; Mr. W. St. J. M. Caws, Secretary; with the following committee: - Messrs. G. R. G. Pringle, Lundberg, S. Hore, J. Hore, C. Plock [sic], and E. A. Jager; to meet on Thursday next at 3 p m. A vote of thanks to The Herald, Argus and Age, for their kind support to the "claims of the profession" was unanimously passed.

[News], The Argus (2 May 1868), 5

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The new committee of the Victorian Musical Association met, as appointed, on Thursday, the 30th ult. Present - J. Siede (president), Messrs. Pringle, Lundberg, S. Hore, T. Hore, Jager, Plock, Bentley, and Caws (secretary). Several rules were amended, and it was decided to call an ordinary meeting on Thursday, 7th inst., at six o'clock, to adopt the same.

ASSOCIATIONS: Julius Siede (conductor); St. John Caws (secretary); Charles Edward Horsley (musician); George Pringle (musician); Hore brothers (musicians); Ernest Jager (musician);

[Advertisement], The Argus (21 May 1868), 8

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POPULAR READINGS, West Melbourne Orderly Room, William-street, - Opening Night, Friday . . .
Pianist - Mr. Plock. Front seats, 6d.; back seats, 3d.

[Advertisement], The Telegraph, St. Kilda, Prahran and South Yarra Guardian (11 July 1868), 2

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PUBLICAN'S LICENSE. To the Bench of Magistrates at Prahran. -
I, ADAM FLOCK, now residing at Trinian-street, in the borough of Prahran, do hereby give notice that it is my intention to apply . . . for a CERTIFICATE authorising the issue of a PUBLICAN'S LICENSE for a house situated at the South Yarra Railway Station, containing one sitting room and a bar. The House is not licensed, and will be known under the sign of the "Railway Refreshment Rooms," and is rented of the Melbourne and Hobson's Bay United Railway Company, by Carl Plock, and occupied by the said Carl Plock.
ADAM PLOCK. The 9th day of July, 1868.

ASSOCIATIONS: Carl Adam Plock was presumably a relative, a younger brother, nephew or cousin; he had arrived in in July 1860 (per Magdalena, aged "19"), and died in Sydney in 1906

[Advertisement], The Argus (19 June 1869), 8

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GRAND COMPLIMENTARY CONCERT to HERR PLOCK,
Conductor of the Charitable Minstrels (amateurs), Town hall, Prahran, Monday, June 28,
The anniversary of the Queen's Coronation. Under Distinguished Patronage . . .
Herren Staab and Siede, Messrs. Whiteman, M.L.A., Hart, Hore, and Keiley (amateur), have kindly given their services.
The Charitable Minstrels (consisting of violoncello, basso, violins (two), cornet, flute, triangles, bones, tambourine, and piano, who have successfully performed for the Brighton and Emerald hill Ladies' Benevolent Societies) will also appear . . .

[News], The Argus (29 June 1869), 5

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The complimentary concert given last evening to Herr Plock by his friends and pupils at the Prahran Town-hall, proved most successful. The attendance was numerous, and the music, both vocal and instrumental, eminently praiseworthy. Amongst those who aided in the performance were Herr Staab, Herr Siede, Mr. Keily, Mr. Whiteman, and the members of the Charitable Minstrels' troupe. An excellent and varied programme was provided, embracing some of the most admired operatic and popular selections. Mr. Whiteman's rendering of "Barney Maguire's Account of the Coronation" (from the Ingoldsby Legends), chosen in honour of the anniversary of the coronation of the Queen and which was sung to the tune of the "Groves of Blarney," was an agreeable and amusing feature in the entertainment, and was warmly applauded. The performance by the minstrels was also well received. Several of the songs, particularly "Susan Rayne" and the "Basque Muleteer" were sung with considerable taste and vocal ability. The "Jewel Belt" dance was also noticeable and characteristic, and seemed thoroughly enjoyed by the audience. Herr Plock presided at the piano. On the whole, the concert was one of the most enjoyable of the kind given for some time.

[Advertisement], The Argus (11 August 1869), 8

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FREEMASONS' BALL. - A MEETING of the musicians who were engaged at the Freemasons' Ball will be held This Evening, at 7 o'clock sharp, at Dancker's Exchange Hotel, William-street. Important business. Adam Plock.

[Advertisement], The Argus (4 September 1876), 8

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NICHOSON and ASCHERBERG'S BAND (String and Brass Instruments) has long been known as the first orchestra for dance music in the colony.
The BAND Consists of 80 MEN. Conducted by the well-known Herr PLOCK, possessing the largest and most choice repertoire of music of any band this side of the equator.
Any number from one to 80 can be engaged. Engagements may be made and all particulars obtained at Nicholson and Ascherberg's.
Quadrille pianist, Herr Plock.

ASSOCIATIONS: Eugene Ascherberg and James Nicholson (musicsellers)

"MELBOURNE", The musical times and singing-class circular [London, England] (1 December 1876), 709

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At the second matinée musicale [September 1876] given by Messrs. Nicholson and Ascherberg since entering their new premises at Collins Street East, Orchestral selections formed part of the programme. The band, under the able guidance of Herr Plock, performed the overture to the Crown Diamonds, a selection from Sonnambula, and some waltzes . . .

"MELBOURNE GOSSIP", Gippsland Times (14 September 1877), 4

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. . . A lady plays the harp in the Opera House band during the performance of "Lohengrin." In Simonsen's Opera band a young lady played the flute. Herr Plock, of Melbourne, has formed a ladies' band, of whom three play violins and one violoncello. In Vienna there is a ladies' orchestra of twenty-five performers, including violins, violincellos, flutes, and other instruments . . .

"Marriages", The Argus (26 May 1877), 1

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THORNE - PLOCK. - On the 17th inst., at the residence of the bride's parents, by the Rev. Wm. Moss, Louis James, only son of James Thorne, of Lansdowne-street, East Melbourne, to Elizabeth, third daughter of Adam Plock, of High street, Prahran. Home papers please copy.

"HERR PLOCK'S MATINEE MUSICALE", The Argus (19 January 1878), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5917763

The elegant music saloon at Messrs, W. H. Glen and Co.'s, in Collins-street, was crowded on Friday afternoon by an audience well qualified to judge the merits of the musical entertainment provided. Herr Plock had surrounded himself with an efficient band, numbering 18 players, nearly all of them being instrumentalists of acknowledged rank. The orchestral selections were Flotow's fine overture to "Stradella," and a selection from "Ernani" by Verdi (a new arrangement by Riviere). Some slight want of rehearsal was noticeable in the performance of the last-named selection. The players generally were both accurate and spirited in their performance of the work allotted to them. Their principal shortcoming was to be noticed in the matter of fineness and piano playing, and this again is the principal fault which can be alleged in their performance of the most interesting number on the programme, the "Elsa Waltz." Herr Plock has often before now given to our Melbourne salons his own arrangements of favourite themes skilfully transcribed for dancing purposes, but in this instance he has achieved something entirely beyond his usual mark. The "Elsa Waltz," as the title denotes, is founded on salient themes from "Lohengrin," and it is surprising to find how well these melodious Wagnerian strains have been harmonised and adapted to one uniform tempo to suit the measure of the waltz. Thus we have the reception music of the first act, the procession music of the second, and the wedding music of the third act, each introduced in turn with excellent taste, the identity well preserved in each case, and a truly admirable waltz as the result. The performance was loudly applauded, and the conductor fully deserved the hearty compliment which was paid to him. We take this opportunity to acknowledge the pianoforte copies of the "Elsa Waltz" published yesterday, and sent by Herr Plock to this office. Miss Lily Balderaon played De Sivrai's pianoforte fantasia on "American airs," and gave a very praiseworthy interpretation of that ingenious and fanciful composition. Miss Galloway was also successful with Thalberg's andante movement for pianoforte (in five flats, Op. 82); and we must mention with special praise the name of Miss Beatrice Lewellin, who played Nollet'a charming fantaisie, "Les ondes en lumeire," with such nice discrimination in tasteful reading and sympathetic delicacy of touch as to merit well any distinction we may make in her favour. These young ladies were all pupils of Herr Plock. The andante and finale movements from the Reissiger quintette (Op. 90) for two violins, alto and two violoncelli, was played by Messrs. Thompson, Hailes, Thorne, L. Thorne, and Miss Emily Plock. Compositions of this class require a great deal of private practice before they are fit for production in public; each instrument should by right be in the hands of a solo player. We are told that the "Glen Saloon" is to be brought more frequently into use for concert purpose than it has been of late.

ASSOCIATIONS: Hailes (musician, a son of George Hailes?); James Thorne (musician); Louis James Thorne (musician)

"DEATHS", Record [Emerald Hill, VIC] (29 April 1881), 1

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THORNE. - On the 16th inst., at Stanmore, near Sydney, Lizzie, the beloved wife of Louis F. Thorne [sic], and daughter of Herr Plock, of this city, aged 22.

[Marriages], The Argus (28 July 1886), 1

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HUME - PLOCK. - On the 20th inst., at the residence of the bride's parents, by the Rev. W. Moss, Walter Hume to Emily Harriett, second daughter of Herr Plock, of Windsor, Melbourne.

"Marriages", The Argus (7 April 1888), 1

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THORNE - PLOCK. - On the 2nd inst., at the residence of the bride's parents, Louis James, of Sloane-street, Summer-hill, near Sydney, New South Wales, son of the late James Thorne, to Louisa, youngest daughter of Herr Plock, of The Avenue, Windsor, Victoria.

"Herr Adam Plock", Table Talk (15 March 1889), 6

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A MAN who has been providing the Melbourne public with dance music for the last thirty five years, may fairly be considered one of the social influences of the time; and now that we are summing up our national development of our musical taste, it should be borne in mind that whatever the culminating point of the national musical taste may be, we are largely indebted to the men who have worked along so steadily at their professions, that the appellation of "musical pioneers" is the truest and most expressive term for describing their social value.

Herr Adam Plock was born in 1824, near Hessen Cassel, in Germany. His father was the curate of the Calvinistic Church in the village, while his grandfather, George Plock, served under Frederick the Great in the seven years' war, and won much distinction for his bravery, at the same time having the good luck to be wounded only once. Adam Plock was instructed in music by his father until he made such progress that he was placed under it Herr Ritter for the violin and clarionette, and shortly after Dr. Volkner was chosen as his tutor for the piano. The young man was regarded by all his friends and acquaintances as possessing great musical genius, and high expectations were formed of him.

However, in 1842 Adam Plock loft his native land and embarked for New York, for the double purpose of seeing the world and winning a reputation. His resolution and energy were all the more remarkable inasmuch as he could not speak a word of English, and did not have a single acquaintance. Yet, on the second night of his arrival in New York, he was engaged by the manager of a French opera company to play second violin in the orchestra. Once he gained a footing, he worked his way steadily forward, and his next engagement was as double bass player in the orchestra of in opera company sailing for Kingston, Jamaica. He like the island so much that he accepted the position of organist at St. Ann's, which he continued to hold till he sailed for Victoria. As an instance of his musical ability and the thorough training he had received, it may be mentioned that while playing in a band on Long Island, a lady brought a piano score, to the bandmaster, of the newly published Bohemian Girl, with the request to have it played next evening at her house. The bandmaster was in despair, as the copy was only for the piano, and not another copy could be obtained. In response to his questionings, the musicians about him did not offer to help him out of his difficulty in any way, but Herr Plock, though quite a lad, did not let the opportunity pass. "I'll do it," he exclaimed, "You!" "Yes, and I'll bring you the complete band parts by eleven o'clock to-morrow." And he kept his word. The bandmaster stared at him, and then simply said, "Sir, you are a musician." During his residence in Jamaica Herr Plock visited Panama, Lima, and several other notable South American towns, and during one of these trips married the daughter of a West Indian merchant.

Herr Plock set foot in Melbourne in 1853, and at once fell in with an old shipmate - the late Mr. John Hydes - popularly known an Johnny Hydes - who was at that time successfully managing the old Queen's Theatre in Queen street. Hydes engaged Herr Plock to play double bass at this theatre, and his second engagement was with Mr. George Coppin at the Olympic. The musician now entered into a little business of his own in Flinders-street, and finding it prospering, he threw up his engagements, but subsequently the business did not turn out as successful as was anticipated, consequently Herr Plock once more reappeared in the orchestra.

In 1871-3 he began to be well known in connection with a small band which he himself conducted, and Lady Bowen discovered that she required his services at Government House, for a series of small dances. An aide-de-camp interviewed the musician "What do you ask for providing a band of three or four players? he demanded. "Two guineas," promptly replied Herr Plock. "What!" gazed the official. "Two guineas." "She'll never pay that," exclaimed the aide-de-camp. "Say thirty shillings." So thirty shillings was agreed on, although the musician slily remarked when mentioning the affair to a friend, "I'd have taken nothing at all, only he didn't know that, for ever since then I have been engaged for all the fashionable social festivities in Melbourne."

Herr Plock has been instrumental in introducing the highest class of dance-music, notably German compositions, into the colony, and at the series of moonlight concerts given in the Melbourne Cricket Ground in 1882, he attracted thousands of listeners by the excellence of his programmes. He also held several promenade concerts at the Albert Park Drive, but his name is a household word all round Melbourne through his continual appearance with his band at all the garden parties, weddings, balls, and other fashionable entertainments of the time. Several of his own musical compositions have been published by Chappell and Co., of London, and Glen and Co., of Melbourne. Herr Plock is also busily engaged in teaching - both publicly and privately - the Church of England Grammar School and St. Francis Xavier's College being among his public duties, while he numbers several of the leaders of fashion among his former pupils. Distinguished visitors have recognised his ability, and Prince Louis of Battenburg complimented him warmly on his musical skill at a ball given at St. Kilda by the officers of the Flying Squadron. Herr Plock's success has been very pronounced during the last few years, a fact which may be ascribed to his thorough knowledge of the capabilities of each member of his band, for as he has been a bandsman himself, it stands to reason that he knows every detail of the workings of a musical organization.

"MANY HAPPY RETURNS OF THE DAY", Table Talk (11 October 1889), 1

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. . . On Sunday, October 13 . . . To Mr. Adam Plock; musician, born 1824 . . .

"A TALK WITH HERR PLOCK", The Argus (29 July 1893), 4

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"A TALK WITH HERR PLOCK", The Australasian (5 August 1893), 24

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"A trained hand captain eke was he."

Herr Plock, or, as he is better and more widely known, and as he delights to style himself, "Old Plock," is the Bill Adams of the ballroom. The fact of the Governor and the lesser lights that rule the night being present would count for nothing were not that stalwart form, with bent head peering over glistening spectacles and baton resting lightly on the music stand in evidence in the orchestra gallery.

Herr Plock has been playing music night and day, with the necessary intervals for rest and refreshment, for the last forty years, and during that time has had many strange experiences. Like old Sol. Gills, he is so "chock full" of anecdotes that it is difficult to keep him to one subject, and it is no uncommon thing to find he is running three yarns at once, "mit his bipe going like a shimney-pot" all the time. He has had during his time what he characteristically calls lots of "oops and downs, and sometimes over the vall together." But he has plugged on, ever coming up smiling behind his spectacles to time, and ready with his best music for ball, wedding, or picnic.

He is always on the look-out for the comical side of things, and from his exalted station in the music gallery has had ample opportunities. He has a good word for everybody, even for the Bounders of the Boom, whom he misses and regrets. "By shimmeny," he says, "they did tings well. Plenty viz, plenty money, plenty everyting. Ach! it was a peautiful tream, and ve all toomple oot of pet on to the floor and roob the place ve hurt the most, generally our preeches pocket."

What difference has the change in affairs made to you?

"Well, as far as regard the moosic none at all, but there is no more three and four in the morning mit vix going all the time. That's all knocked on the head, and a goot job too. Now we have light revreshments, and shoot up shop at 12 o'clock sharp. For me and gentlemen who have to be at their pisiness next day the shange is joost capital, and we can all get our hats on in the morning mitout a shoehorn."

In those times it must have been difficult to keep all your engagements?

"I nefer disappointed a barty-gifer in my life but vunce," replies the musician, with a twinkle in his eye, "and that was in the very olt days. My bandt had been at a vedding in the afternoon, and the vix was so goot and the day so varm that my bandt got in a very bad vay. I found my first violinist in bed with his boots and hat on. My trombone player had fallen on his instrument and smashed it as vlat as an omelette, and the oder members of the bandt I disgovered valtzing togeder in a vine-shop. I talked to them like a Dootch oncle, and they were so ashamed of themselves that they nefer came for their vages at the end of the veek."

Chuckling, as a he recalls that unique occasion, Herr Plock starts a capacious briar-root pipe, which he keeps loaded in his vest pocket. As he stands with his back to the fire and you talk music his face lightens up wonderfully. He a not, in personal appearance, as trim and natty as, say, Signor Zelman, but the musician is stamped all over him. Once wound up he takes a long time to run down.

"At the age of 15 I landed in New York in company with a five-franc piece. I didn't know much moosic then, but as no one else did I got plenty to do. After a time I went to Jamaica and got married, returned to America, and came out here. My first engagement was at the old Queen's Theatre, where I played the clarionet, double bass, and a few other instruments. In the day-time I was doing nothing, so I said to myself, 'Plock, this will nefer do, running your nose against every pooblic house,' and so I went into business as a general dealer in Swanston-street with a partner named Kohler, and made £3,000 in three months. I got so clever that I started to buy wrecks - there's one of mine at King's Island now, The Swallow - and very soon I lost all the money I'd made. That was a lesson in sharps and flats that I never forgot. For two, three, four years my luck was out. But it's a long vorm that has no turning, and at last it change. I went to the moosic again and I said, 'If I can make £3 a week I shall do.' Then I made £6, then £9, then £20, and I throw oop my hat.

"There is one thing I most tell you in connection with my partner Kohler. A watchmaker known as Bendigo Moses came to him one day and wanted a loan of £300 on his stock. While Kohler was looking it over a man came in, and slapping Bendigo Moses on the shoulder asked him what he'd take for his land at Brighton. 'Forty pounds an acre,' answered Moses, 'and not a penny less.' 'Hullo!' said Kohler to himself, 'that's good enough - and so he lent him £150. In less than a week Moses and his stock had disappeared. About six months afterwards the Brighton land buyer came into the shop again and asked Kohler if he'd give a tenner to know where Bendigo Moses was. The bargain was struck for five pounds. 'He's in the Sydney cemetery,' was the information. 'I was at his funeral last week.

"Some funny experiences? My word you may say that. I remember a gentleman - a very wealthy man, too - coming to me and saying, 'Plock, I want you to play at my house from eight to twelve.' I make my charge, and then he screws me down. 'All right,' I say, 'old chap, I think two can play at that game.' And so when the night come we give 'em all the old stuff till half-past eleven. Then we start out and play the best moosic as be-a-utiful as we can, and then the people don't want to go - and don't go. Twelve o'clock arrive, and the gentleman come to me, tearing his hair, and say, 'Plock, they won't go, they are dancing away like mad. 'All right,' I say, 'my contract finish at twelve.' 'But you can't go.' 'But I will,' I say. 'Yumping Yehosophat,' he shriek, 'you must go on.' 'If you say so, all right,' and on I go. Next day I send him a bill for double the price agreed on.

"Oh! but the young ladies - how I love 'em, and they love me too. Sometimes, one comes to me and say so sweeet, 'Herr Plock I've got such a noodle of a partner; do play quick and get it over;' and I promise. Then, another one come, and she say, 'Hair Ploque, I have got yoost so goot a Johnnie for this waltz; go slow, please do.' And I promise her, too. Then I go mine own way, and play yoost as I always do; and then they come again, and thank me, and say, 'Plock, you are a brick, that was yoost the very ting.'

"I remember, in the boom time, a lady dressed so beautiful, coming to me for my band. 'Hair Plog' - that's what she call me - 'Hair Plog, I want you to play at my party, piano and horn, you know.' 'Horn,' I say, gammoning not to understand; 'do you mean cow's horn?' 'No, Hair Plog,' she reply. 'I mean that roundabout brass thing you tootle on; a hornet, I think you call it. I want the music loud, so that my neighbours will know I'm giving a hop.'

"All new chums are bad dancers. The Earl of B. was the worst I ever saw: buck joomper, I christened him. I can tell a lady or gentleman in a ballroom that's fresh from home in the twinkling of a jiff. I asked one how it was the English Johnnies danced so badly.' Well, he say, you see at home we get scarcely any dancing at all. We rush to three, four, and fife balls in one night, and a jam at each. Out here we get only one ball a night, and can dance all the time."

"Captain Willoughby was a good dancer, though, but whew! what a speed he did go. I say to my daughter one evening, we will try and keep up with him for once, but it was no good - the quicker we went the quicker he went. Do what we could he was always a bar ahead, and going like vun o'clock. We never tried it again."

"Sir George and Lady Bowen were always quarrelling about the music. Sir George would say, 'Plock, play a polka,' and then her ladyship would come over and say, 'Herr Plock, will you kindly play a waltz?' Well, I didn't know what to do, and so I play some tings of mine own. Then they would both come up and go for me, but I keep the music going, and could not hear what they said, and they make their remarks in dumb show. When I finish I apologise, and say to each, 'I am so sorry; I must have misunderstood you.' And Sir George would shout, 'Plock, you old scoundrel, I know you Sharmans. Come and have a glass of wine;' and I would reply, 'No, thank you, Sir George; but if you will give us a little room we could eat and drink twice as much, and have our smoke-pipes as well!"

On being asked which instrument he likes best, Herr Plock replies with a smile that ripples all down his waistcoat, "The one I get the most notes out of." But he explains that that is only one of his "chokes." Seriously he says, "I love 'em all, like I do the pretty girls. But there is one thing I do object to, and that is the people waltzing when I play polka music. I don't mind if they can do it well, but nine out of every ten make such exhibitions of themselves that sometimes I think I will stop and say, 'Laties and gentlemen, dance if you like, but don't play the tarn fools.' Then I think that would be no goot, as they would go on doing what they please. Some times lovers come and sit in my gallery in amongst the ferns, and chatter away joost so as I can hear all they are saying. 'Oh, it's only old Plock,' they think, 'he don't count.'

"MARRIAGES", The Argus (6 October 1900), 9

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article9558764

PLOCK - HICKLING. - On the 2nd October, 1850, by special license from Sir Charles Edward Gray, Governor of Jamaica, W.I., at the parish church, St. Ann's, by Rector John Smith, Adam Plock to Louisa Hickling, daughter of George Hickling, Esq., Clarmont, Pedroes, St. Ann's, Jamaica. (Golden wedding.)

"Deaths", The Argus (3 June 1903), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article9816706

PLOCK. - On the 2nd June at his residence, 25 The Avenue, Windsor, Herr Adam Plock, beloved hus- band of Louisa Plock, and native of Hesse Cassel, Germany, aged 78 years.

"MELBOURNE GOSSIP, BY VIVA", The Sydney Mail and New South Wales Advertiser (10 June 1903), 1418

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article165189617 

The keen frosts of last week "slit the thin-spun thread" of the lives of several Victorian veterans . . . Herr Plock was another of the veterans who succumbed to the frosts. He died last Tuesday at the ripe age of 78. The old bandmaster appeared at balls with his musicians until some three months since, when his daughter took his place as conductor of the band. Miss Plock inherits her father's gift, and is in request at all the fashionable balls of the season. Experienced dancers declare that there is no music like that of Plock's Band, and the belles and beaux of Melbourne ballrooms have a kindly feeling for the old bandmaster just called to his rest. His dance music was calculated to make "Soft eyes look love to eyes that spoke again." On his retirement Lady Madden organised a subscription for him among his friends. A sweet and womanly letter, very characteristic of the writer, appeared in the daily press from the wife of the Chief Justice. She reminded those who had danced to the strains of Plock's Band how often the old musician had played the accompaniment to the sweetest song of their lives, and asked them to make a purse as an expression of sympathy with Herr Plock, whose last days had been somewhat clouded by financial embarrassments. A purse with more than £50 in it reached the veteran the day before his death with a kindly letter from Lady Madden. Melbourne society is not yet altogether heartless.

"WILLS AND ESTATES", The Argus (30 July 1903), 6

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article9824157

Adam Plock, late of 25 The Avenue, Windsor, professor of music, who died on June 2, under a will dated January 25, 1895 left real estate valued at £1,110 and personal property valued at £1,156 in trust for the benefit of his widow, children, and grandchildren.

"DEATHS", The Argus (3 May 1927), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article3852148 

PLOCK - On the 27th April at the residence of her niece (Mrs. L. L. Webster), Nalinga, Flinders Island, Gertrude Gerhard Louisa, eldest daughter of the late Adam Plock, and loved aunt of Mrs. A. H. Cottman, of East Malvern.
PLOCK - On the 27th April, 1827 (pneumonia) at Flinders Island, Gertrude, loved sister of Emily Hume, and daughter of the late Adam and Louisa Plock.

"MUSIC NOTES", The Australasian (7 May 1927), 49

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article140733398 

The death is announced of Miss Plock, eldest daughter of Mr. Adam Plock, who was well known to the older generation of Melbourne music-lovers as a musician and conductor. Miss Plock is remembered by many as a teacher of music associated with leading schools.

"DEATHS", The Age (16 November 1933), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article203366567 

HUME. - On the 14th November (suddenly), at her residence, No. 54 Cole-street, Elwood, Emily Harriet, the beloved wife of Walter, and dearly loved mother of Linda, Rita, George, Karl and Gertrude. Interred privately 15th November.

"ABOUT PEOPLE", The Age (16 November 1933), 9

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article203366699 

The friends of the late Mrs. Walter Hume will learn with regret of her death, which took place suddenly on 14th inst. at her residence, 54 Cole-street, Elwood. Mrs. Hume will be remembered by older members of Melbourne society as a daughter of the late Herr Adam Plock, who was a leading member of the musical world in Melbourne during the eighties. Mrs. Hume is survived by her husband and an adult family of two sons and three daughters. She was a very versatile musician and a well-known teacher, her professional name being Emily Plock, and her connection with the musical life of Melbourne dated from the regime of Lord and Lady Bowen at Government House.


Selected musical works:

Plock's little footsteps galop (Melbourne: J. C. W. Nicholson, [1874])

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/9940237 (DIGITISED)

Queen of the woods waltz, introducing the admired melodies "To the woods", & "Breathe not at parting" by A. Plock, as performed by Plock's band (Melbourne: W. H. Glen & Co., [1877])

https://trove.nla.gov.au/version/13976155 (DIGITISED)

Elsa waltz from Lohengrin by A. Plock, composer of the Queen of the woods waltz, respectfully dedicated to Miss Bowen, second edition ([Melbourne]: Published by the composer, [1878])

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/21500709 (DIGITISED)

Stolen kisses waltz, in Glen's Exhibition album (Melbourne: W. H. Glen, [1880])

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/32923928 (DIGITISED)

The Age polka by Herr Plock (Melbourne: W. H. Glen & Co., [1880])

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/203933835 (DIGITISED)

New highland schottische arranged by A. Plock (Melbourne: W. H. Glen & Co., [1881])

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/12121602 (DIGITISED)

The Bulletin polka composed by Herr Plock, dedicated to his pupil, Miss Annie Wright; supplement to the Melbourne Bulletin (3 March 1882)

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/9869621 (DIGITISED)

Fatinitza polka arranged by A. Plock, as played by Plock's Band, second edition (Melbourne: W. H. Glen & Co., [1881])

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/22498930 (DIGITISED)




PLUMPTON, Alfred (Alfred PLUMPTON)

Composer, music critic, choral director, conductor, teacher

Born Islington, London, England, 1842
Arrived Melbourne, VIC, 20 June 1878 (per Assam, from Europe, via Bombay)
Departed Melbourne, VIC, February 1891 (per Victoria, for London)
Died London, England, 2 April 1902

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http://nla.gov.au/nla.party-488581 (NLA persistent identifier)

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PLUMPTON, Carlotta (Charlotte TASKER; Mrs. Alfred PLUMPTON; Madame Carlotta TASCA; Madame TASCA)

Pianist, organist, lyricist, songwriter, teacher of music

Arrived Melbourne, VIC, 20 June 1878 (per Assam, from Europe, via Bombay)
Departed Melbourne, VIC, February 1891 (per Victoria, for London)
Died London, England, 1902

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THIS ENTRY IS A STUB ON PERSONNEL FIRST ACTIVE IN AUSTRALIA AFTER 1860


Summary:

An Alfred Plumpton, a London vocalist, appeared in Sydney in 1869, by 1871 his promoters billing him as "the great Tenor, the Sims Reeves of Australia". Was this perhaps Alfred's father (mentioned in his later publicity)? Or even Alfred himself?

Alfred and his wife Carlotta Tasca anyway arrived in Melbourne in June 1878 from Bombay. The patriotic song To arms, to arms "composed by Mr. Alfred Plumpton, the words by Madame Tasca, both of whom are now in this city." Carlotta Tasca was introduced by Emily Soldene that month.

Alfred was musical director at Presbyterian Ladies' College (1883-86) where he taught the pianist-novelist Henry Handel Richardson, and choir director at St. Francis's church and St. Patrick's cathedral; music critic for the Melbourne Age and Leader (from 1882), and the Victorian review (1882-83); and president of the Society of Musicians of Australasia (1890).

At a banquet in Melbourne Town Hall on the departure of the governor and his wife for Mauritius in 1879, his setting of Marcus Clarke's poem Victoria's farewell to Lady Bowen (see other Clarke setting below) was sung, and Tasca played his piano fantasia Hibernian echoes. His Mass in G for choir and orchestra, first performed at the cathedral in January 1881 and repeated several times that year, has disappeared, though some organ works have survived.

Other larger compositions included the cantatas The apotheosis of Hercules (1882) and Endymion (1882), and The Victorian jubilee ode (words by Edwin Exon) for the Metropolitan Liedertafel in 1887. His two-act opera, I due studenti was premiered by the New Italian Opera Company in December 1887. In 1890 he conducted a season with Nellie Stewart's opera company, and in 1891 Stewart, Plumpton and Tasca left for England. Later, in 1895, J. C. Williamson's toured the operetta An arcadian eve (libretto: Huan Mee) to Adelaide, Brisbane, Melbourne and Sydney. He was a prolific composer of published songs both in London and Australia, many with words by Tasca.


Documentation:

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (19 July 1869), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article28420605

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (9 December 1871), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13248946

"THEATRE ROYAL. BENEFIT AND FAREWELL OF MISS SOLDENE", The Argus (29 June 1878), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5938213

[News], The Argus (20 February 1879), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5933001

"PLUMPTON'S MASS", The Argus (10 January 1881), 6

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5969121

"MR. PLUMPTON'S CANTATA THE APOTHEOSIS OF HERCULES. TO THE EDITOR", The Argus (25 February 1882), 11

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article11533258

"THE MELBOURNE MUSIC FESTIVAL. ENDYMION", The Argus (27 December 1882), 7

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article11563581

"THE OPERA I DUE STUDENTI", The Argus (28 December 1887), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article7923643

"THE EVENING CONCERT", The Argus (5 October 1888), 10

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article6904166

"Social", Table Talk (9 May 1890), 14

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article147281953

The children's operetta of "Red Riding Hood," in aid of St. Mark's Parish Mission, was performed on Thursday evening, May 1, before a crowded audience in the Fitzroy Town-Hall. The operetta has been carefully dramatized by Miss A. M. Heinbockel from the cantata of the same name, and her efforts have resulted in such complete success as to win for her widespread praise and approbation. The principal character, Red Riding Hood, was sustained by Miss Louie Nathan with good effect, and with her ware creditably associated Miss Nellie McWilliams, Master Davies, Master Favargor, Miss Adelaide Osmond, Miss Marie Carroll, Miss Cara Plumpton, and Miss Dora Palmer. One of the attractions of the operetta was the fairy dance by the pupils of the Misses Hyams. The accompanist, Miss Louie Kennedy, got through her part of the work skilfully.

[News], The Argus (13 February 1891), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article8475067

A goodly number of members of the musical and dramatic professions are announced to take part in the farewell matinee to Mr. Alfred Plumpton in the Opera-house tomorrow afternoon . . .

"THEATRE ROYAL", South Australian Register (2 July 1895), 6

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article54570708

"OBITUARY. MR. ALFRED PLUMPTON", The Sydney Morning Herald (4 April 1902), 7

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article14442678

"MUSICAL AND DRAMATIC NOTES", The West Australian (5 April 1902), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article24742126

"AUSTRALIANS ABROAD (FROM A SPECIAL CORRESPONDENT) LONDON, April 4", The Australasian (10 May 1902), 45

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article139758221

Mr. Alfred Plumpton, who has just died, was a man who had made many friends, though his stronghold was what might be termed cultured Bohemia. There he presided as a chief night after night, and not infrequently morning after morning, as a continuation; and the hours flew by to his favourite song of Melbourne memories. Plumpton did much for the musical dramatic profession. He was a brilliant conductor, a writer of tuneful music, and a very staunch friend to his friends. No vocalists from Australia wanting a trial ever appealed in vain to him as conductor of the orchestra at the Palace Theatre of Varieties. If they were not quite "up," the condemnatory verdict was accompanied with such kindly, encouraging advice that the applicant almost felt an engagement had been offered. It must have been a great change from the choirmastership of St. Francis's R.C. Church, Melbourne, to the orchestra of the Palace. But Plumpton, a natural cosmopolitan and man of the world, never seemed to realise that there had been a change. As a musician, in the conductor's chair, he did not have his superior in London, and the bold experiment of the Palace directors in engaging, at a handsome salary, a man of such ability was justified by their securing in return the patronage of the best and most fashionable audience that had ever visited a "Theatre of Varieties". He has left behind him a sturdy, bright-witted, and gifted daughter to console his widow, whom Australians may not have forgotten under her professional name of Madame Carlotta Tasca.

"MUSICAL AND DRAMATIC NOTES", The West Australian (12 July 1902), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article24749854 

The death is announced of Madame Carlotta Tasca, widow of Alfred Plumpton, whose death was also recorded quite recently. Madame Tasca was for many years a successful teacher of music in Melbourne, and, in addition to her musical gifts, was a highly cultivated woman. She died at her residence, Highgate, London, after a long illness.


Marcus Clarke settings:

This is love, words by Marcus Clarke, music by Alfred Plumpton, in Nicholson's Australian musical magazine 41 (1897)

http://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-173718205-v (DIGITISED)

Those vanished years, song written by Marcus Clarke, composed by Alfred Plumpton, sung by Maggie Stirling (Melbourne: Marian Clarke, 1898)

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/33056426 (DIGITISED)

What hopes the patriot's bosom holds, written by Marcus Clarke, composed by Alfred Plumpton, in Nicholson's musical magazine 58 (1901)

http://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-170964774-v (DIGITISED)


Other works (selection):

Overture Macbeth (for orchestra; performed Melbourne, October 1888)

Darling (words: Carlotta Tasca; "Sung by Mr. Armes Beaumont"), The Illustrated Australian News and Musical Times (1 July 1889), 12-13

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-page5975425

Oh, lovely voices of the sky (hymn for Christmas), words by Mrs. Hemans, dedicated to Miss Fraser, Toorak, music by Alfred Plumpton, in The illustrated Australian news and musical times (1 January 1890), 12-13

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/17070372 




PLUMSTEAD, Henry (Henry PLUMSTEAD; Mr. H. PLUMSTEAD)

Professor of music, organist, pianist, piano tuner

Born London, 20 April 1819; baptised St. Mark's, Kennington, 3 May 1845 [sic]; son of William Henry PLUMSTEAD (c. 1795-1856) and Caroline
Married (1) Maria Louisa PLUMSTEAD (1825-1851), Lambeth, 1846 (first quarter)
Arrived Adelaide, SA, 5 March 1849 (per Athenian, from London, 8 November 1848)
Married (2) Ellen PLAYER (1833-1819), Adelaide, SA, 1 January 1852
Died Norwood, SA, 27 August 1886, in his "68th year"

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Henry+Plumstead+1819-1886 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

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Summary:

Henry Plumstead was a son of the London musician, composer, and arranger, William Henry Plumstead, and his wife Caroline.

Plumstead senior was born on 21 April 1795, and baptised on 17 May at St. Leonard's, Shoreditch, a son of William Plumstead and Jane Wynne, who had married at St. Luke's, Finsbury, on 2 December 1792. His "favorite waltz", Non mi ricordo, appeared in print in 1825. He was described as "of the Theatre Royal, Drury Lane" on the cover of the first edition of his musical anthology, The musical golconda, which appeared in 1825 with a dedication to John Braham, and which was reissued in 1827 as The beauties of melody, and again in an unattributed edition of 1833. His pamphlet Observations on the present state of congregational singing appeared in 1846. He died at the beginning of September 1856 and was buried at St. Matthew's, Brixton, on 4 September, aged 61.

Henry was living with his parents in Lambeth at the time of the June 1841 census, and working as a clerk. He married his first cousin, Maria Louisa Plumstead, early in 1846, and they sailed from London for South Australia on the Athenian on 8 November 1848. A girl, was born the couple 9 March, at their home in Kermode Street, North Adelaide, but the mother, Maria, died three months later, on 12 June.

Plumstead married for a second time, to Ellen Player, in Adelaide on 1 January 1852.


Documentation:

England census, 6 June 1841, Kennington, Lambeth, Surrey; UK National Archives, HO 107 / 1056 / 7

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/8978/images/SRYHO107_1055_1057-0457 (PAYWALL)

Stattford [?] Wyndham [Rd. ?] / William Plumstead / 41 / Teacher of Music / [not born in Surrey]
Caroline [Plumstead] / 40 / - / [not born in Surrey]
Henry [Plumstead] / 20 / Clerk / [not born in Surrey]

Adelaide, SA (1849-52):

"ARRIVED", South Australian Register (7 March 1849), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article50245709

Monday March 5th - The barque Athenian, 679 tons, W. H. Taylor, master, from London and Plymouth. Passengers . . . Mr. and Mrs. Cobbin and family, Mr. and Mrs. Plumstead . . . in the steerage.

ASSOCIATIONS: William Cobbin (musician)

[Advertisement], South Australian (30 March 1849), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article71623394 

MR. PLUMSTEAD begs to inform the inhabitants of Adelaide and its vicinity, that he gives lessons on the Pianoforte, Seraphine, and Organ; and also in Singing. Pianofortes tuned. Mr. P. has been honored with a letter commendatory from the Lord Bishop of Adelaide, and can give references to persons of the highest respectability in the colony. Address at Platts's Library.

ASSOCIATIONS: Augustus Short (bishop); Charles Platts (bookseller)

[Advertisement], South Australian (3 April 1849), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article71623425

[as above] . . . N.B. - A Piccolo Pianoforte for sale.

[News], South Australian Register (26 May 1849), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article50245739

One object of the special services at St. John's Church, as advertised in another column, is a reduction or extinction of a debt of £181. His Excellency has signified his intention to the present, and Mr. Plumstead, an eminent organist lately arrived from England, will preside at the organ.

"ST. JOHN'S CHURCH", South Australian (29 May 1849), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article71623797 

Two sermons were preached at St. John's Church, on Sunday, by the Lord Bishop, and the Venerable Archdeacon Hale . . . The performance of Mr. Plumstead on the organ and the singing of the choir was deservedly admired, as adding much to the solemnity and beauty of the service.

[News], South Australian Register (30 May 1849), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article50248141

. . . The singing of the choir was exceedingly good, and the performance of Mr. Plumstead on the organ greatly admired.

[Advertisement], Adelaide Times (1 October 1849), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article206981184 

SINGING CLASS.
AT the request of many of his friends, Mr. Plumstead, will open a Class at the Native School Room, Adelaide, on Monday Evening, the 22nd October, and on every following Monday, at 8 o'clock, for the study of Vocal Music, on a simple and expeditious system, by which persons previously unacquainted with Music, may in a short time be enabled to read at sight, and join in Glees, Choruses, &c., &c.
Terms, 10s per quarter. Tickets may be had of Mr. Ross, at the Native School; at Platts' Library; Mr. Wigg, Rundle-street; and of Mr. Plumstead, North Adelaide.

"LOCAL INTELLIGENCE", South Australian Register (24 November 1849), 2

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A most interesting meeting took place on Thursday evening last, at the Trinity Church school-room, being the first general meeting of the South Australian Church of England Sunday School Institute . . . The Lord Bishop of Adelaide presided . . . The meeting was kindly favoured by Mr. Plumstead with some pieces of music on the seraphine . . .

[Advertisement], Adelaide Times (28 January 1850), 1

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A CARD. MR. PLUMSTEAD., Teacher of the Pianoforte and Singing, Archer-street, North Adelaide, opposite Christ Church; or, address at Platts's Library.

Geelong, and Ballarat, VIC (1852-62):

[Advertisement], Geelong Advertiser (30 April 1852), 3

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MR. HENRY PLUMSTEAD, teacher of the Pianoforte, Organ, Seraphine, and Singing; and PIANOFORTE TUNER, intends practising his profession in Geelong and its vicinity, hoping to meet with encouragement and patronage from the residents.
Address at Mr. J. J. Williams, Stationer, Market Square.

[Advertisement], Adelaide Observer (17 July 1852), 8

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THIS DAY. HOUSEHOLD FURNITURE. SAMSON, W1CKSTEED, & CO.,
Are instructed by Mr. Plumstead (now resident in Melbourne), to sell by Auction, at the Mart, at 12 o'clock -
A First-rate Cottage Piano, Chairs, Cheffonier, Sofas, Culinary Utensils, &c.
The above being too bulky to be conveniently removed to Port Phillip, will be sold at the Mart as above.
N.B. - The Piano is well known to many parties, and the ale takes place This Day at the Mart.

[Advertisement], Geelong Advertiser and Intelligencer (23 July 1852), 4

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MUSIC. MR. HENRY PLUMSTEAD, Professor of Music, and Pianoforte Tuner, returns his thanes to the residents of Geelong and its vicinity, for the very flattering patronage he has received, and he trusts by strict attention to his professional duties, to merit a continuance of their favours.
Address at Mr. Williams, Stationer, Market-square.

[Advertisement], Geelong Advertiser and Intelligencer (7 February 1853), 2

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PIANO-FORTE TUNING. - Mr. PLUMSTEAD having returned to town, and not contemplating a lengthened stay, begs to inform his friends who have previously tested his abilities, that he will be happy to attend to Piano-fortes while in Geelong. Address by letter, or otherwise, at Mrs. Carmichael's, South Geelong. February 5th, 1853.

[Advertisement], Geelong Advertiser and Intelligencer (18 February 1853), 2

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PIANOFORTE AND SINGING. MR. PLUMSTEAD, at the desire of many of his friends and late pupils, begs to notify his intention of resuming his profession in Geelong. For Terms, address at Mrs. Carmichael's, South Geelong. Pianofortes Tuned. February 17th, 1853.

"THE ST. PAUL'S TEA MEETING. To the Editor of the . . .", Geelong Advertiser and Intelligencer (1 June 1855), 2

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Sir,- I went to the anniversary meeting of St. Paul's last night, having been given to understand that an efficient choir would be in attendance. I was greatly disappointed by not hearing any sacred music sung, and seeing the choir were in attendance, I naturally inquired the reason of their non-performance. The answer was, "That they had brought with them their own organist, who understood their several capabilities, and from what had previously taken place, were given to understand that that gentleman would be allowed to play for them; such, however, was not permitted, therefore the choir refused to perform." I think the Archdeacon, who particularly (so I am given to understand) requested the choir to attend, might have used his influence in the affair, as I think singing is a great incentive to any attending such meetings, and that Mr. Plumstead, the gentleman who presided at the seraphine, might have given way with a very good grace . . .
Your's respectfully, A CHURCHMAN. May 31st, 1855.

"THE ST. PAUL'S TEA MEETING. To the Editor of the . . .", Geelong Advertiser and Intelligencer (2 June 1855), 2

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SIR, - I have never had occasion to thrust myself before the public through the columns of a newspaper (except by advertisement), but I would beg to inform "A Churchman" that I am quite as able to accompany an efficient choir as Mr. Walton, the late organist of Christ church, - at least I think so.
I am, Sir, yours respectfully, H. PLUMSTEAD,
Professor of Music, Organist of St. Paul's, June 1st, 1855. Geelong.

ASSOCIATIONS: Thomas Walton (organist)

[Advertisement], Geelong Advertiser and Intelligencer (16 October 1855), 3

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MR. HENRY PLUMSTEAD, Professor of Music, has for sale, at his residence, Fyans'-street, South Geelong, Two Splendid Pianos, which be can warrant for twelve months; also, an assortment of flrst-class music recently received. Mr. P. takes this opportunity to thank the public of Geelong for their patronage during the past three years, and trusts, by attention, to maintain their good opinion. In pianoforte tuning he will compete with any practitioner in the colonies.

[Advertisement], Geelong Advertiser and Intelligencer (29 November 1855), 4

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GEELONG Musical Repository. -
Mr. Plumstead begs to inform the public that he has opened a Musial Repository in conjunction with the exercise of his profession, in Ryrie-street west, a few yards beyond the new Post-office.
Pianofortes for sale and hire. Pianofortes tuned, regulated and repaired.
A select assortment of first-class Vocal and Instrumental Music on sale.
Pianoforte and Singing taught.

"MECHANICS' INSTITUTE SOIREE", Geelong Advertiser and Intelligencer (20 March 1856), 2

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The soiree to celebrate the opening of the Mechanics' Institute was held last evening in the Town Hall. At six o'clock, the visitors, to the number of about three hundred and fifty, sat down to tea and other refreshments, provided by the committee. The Hall was lighted up gratuitously by Mr. Finch, of the South Sea Oil Company. The programme of the evening's entertainments was very well arranged, consisting of vocal aid instrumental musical performances, under the direction of Mr. J. Rogers, late conductor of the Geelong Sacred Harmonic Society, Mr. Plumstead presiding at the pianoforte, and interspersed with addresses from many well-known and influential friends of the Institution.

ASSOCIATIONS: John Rogers (conductor)

"CONCERT", Geelong Advertiser (25 July 1856), 2

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The first concert of the Geelong Choral Society took place last evening in the Town Hall; conductor Mr. I'erson. The performance was very creditable, and the attendance was numerous as the size of the hall could comfortably admit, every seat being occupied. Mr. Plumstead presided at the piano forte. The following was the programme of the Concert:

Part I - Part song, The Allies. Partant pour la Syrie; chorus, Sing Loud a Joyful Strain, Gluck; part song, Freemen Rejoice, Purcell. The music in Macbeth, Locke - with quartette accompaniment.

Part II. - Solo on cornet a' piston; glee, O Hills, O Vales of Pleasure, Mendelssohn; song, The Four-leaved Shamrock; madrigal Nymphs of the Forest, Horsley; song, The Fairies' well, Sporle; song, Scenes that are brightest, Wallace; glee, Hark, the hollow woods resounding, Smith; song, I'll ne'er forget thee Kathleen, Williams; glee, Awake AEolian lyre, Danby; song, Man the life boat, Russell; glee, Bragela, Stevens; song, The death of Nelson, Braham; glee, The vale of rest, Mendelssohn; song, The heart bowed down, Balfe; glee, Upon the poplar bough, Paxton; song The reefer, Rockstro; part song, The blue bell of Scotland, Neithardt; duet, All's well, Braham.

The whole of the audience appeared very much pleased with the performance. The National Anthem concluded the concert.

ASSOCIATIONS: Thomas I'Erson (conductor)

[Advertisement], The Argus (11 July 1857), 7

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GEELONG GRAMMAR SCHOOL. - Head Master, Rev. G. O. Vance, M.A. . . .
Music by Mr. Plumstead . . .

[Advertisement], The Argus (23 October 1857), 8

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GEELONG GRAMMAR SCHOOL . . . Singing Master: Mr. Terson [I'Erson].
Extra Classes conducted by Messrs. Sasse, Plumstead, Herbst . . .

[Advertisement], Geelong Advertiser (3 January 1859), 1

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TO LET - The brick dwelling house in Yarra-street, opposite St. Mary's Cathedral, now in the occupation of H. Plumstead, Esq. . . .

[Advertisement], Geelong Advertiser (10 June 1859), 4

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GEELONG RECREATIVE SOCIETY. SATURDAY EVENING CONCERTS FOR THE PEOPLE.
THE First Concert in connection with the above Society will be held in the hall of the Mechanics' Institute, on Saturday, June 11th.
Vocalists:- Miss Juliana King, Mr. Ewart, (of the Melbourne Philharmonic) assisted by several Amateurs.
Stoneham's celebrated band has also been engaged.
Principal Instrumentalists: Cornet, Mr. Stewart (of the 40th Regiment); 1st Violin, Mr. Gabb; Pianist, Mr. Plumstead; Director, Mr. Stoneham.
Doors open at Seven, to commence at half-past Seven precisely. Admission - One Shilling; Children under 12, Half price.
W. STITT JENKINS, Hon. sec.

ASSOCIATIONS: Juliana King (vocalist); Thomas Ewart (vocalist); Stewart (of the Band of the 40th Regiment); John Gabb (violin); William Stoneham (conductor); William Stitt Jenkins (secretary)

[Advertisement], Geelong Advertiser (25 June 1859), 4

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GEELONG RECREATIVE SOCIETY . . .
THIRD GRAND CONCERT For the People, at the MECHANICS' INSTITUTE, On Monday Evening, June 27, 1859,
PROGRAMME: PART I . . . Solo, Piano Forte - "Bells of the Monastery" - Mr. Plumstead . . .

[Advertisement], Geelong Advertiser (24 July 1860), 1

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PIANOFORTE AND SINGING. MR. HENRY PLUMSTEAD informs the public of Geelong that he intends forming Classes for instruction in the above accomplishments, at his private residence Malop-street, and also at his music warehouse, Ryrie-street.
Terms - Two guineas per quarter. Further particulars may be obtained at the Music Warehouse, Ryrie-street west.

[Advertisement], Geelong Advertiser (24 September 1860), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article148886356 

MECHANICS' INSTITUTE. THIS EVENING . . . GRAND CONCERT . . .
In Aid of the Building Fund of the Institute.
PRINCIPALS: MADAME CARANDINI; MRS. HANCOCK; MR. FARQUHARSON, MR. WINTERBOTTOM, MR. HINCHCLIFF; MR. ALEXANDER, R.A.M.,
Pianoforte - Mr. Plumstead. Flute - Mr. Stoneham. Violin - Mr. Gabb . . .
PROGRAMME. PART I . . . Duet Concertante (Violin and Pianoforte) - F. Kuhlau - Messrs. Gabb and Plumstead . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Maria Carandini (vocalist); Mary Ellen Hancock (vocalist); Robert Farquharson (vocalist); John Hinchcliff (vocalist); Albert Alexander (pianist)

MUSIC: Perhaps one of the Duos brillants, op. 110 (Kuhlau)

[Advertisement], Geelong Advertiser (7 January 1861), 1

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MR. HENRY PLUMSTEAD, PROFESSOR OF MUSIC, Music Warehouse, Ryrie-street west. Pianofortes Tuned. Terms greatly Reduced.

"CURRENT TOPICS", Geelong Advertiser (5 March 1861), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article148696749 

The lecture season of the Mechanics' Institute will be inaugurated to-night by a musical entertainment given by the members of the Institute Music Class. Mr. I'Erson will conduct, and Mr. Plumstead will preside at the pianoforte.

[Advertisement], Geelong Advertiser (5 April 1861), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article148697533 

"CURRENT TOPICS", Geelong Advertiser (6 April 1861), 3

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McKillop-street Congregational Church, - capable of containing nearly 600 persons, was last evening well filled on the occasion of the grand opening of the New Organ. For nearly two hours the organ discoursed music of the highest class, culled from the works of Haydn, Handel, Rossini and Mozart. The organists were Mr. Russell from Melbourne, and Messrs. Downing, Moore, Plumstead, Hobday and Meeson of Geelong. The masterly execution of the pieces entrusted to each of these gentlemen "whose praise is known in all the churches," merited the highest encomiums. There is not yet a regular choir connected with this church, but from appearances last night we have no doubt there soon will be. We observed several members of the choirs of other churches assisting in the anthems. The performance was highly appreciated by the audience. Between the pieces, Mr. Russell, who has had much experience in England, delivered an interesting address on the advantages of church music. In the course of his remarks Mr. Russell gave a short account of the advancement of sacred music during the last twenty years, and threw out some valuable suggestions for its improvement in the colony, so as to make it attractive in itself and of greater good to the public than secular music. The organ was made by John Courcelle, of London. It possesses two rows of keys and two octaves of pedals. It has a remarkably fine tone Its cost in England was £190, freight £30, erection and tuning £15 . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: John Russell (organist); Bartholomew Downing (organist); Henry Byron Moore (organist); Joseph Hobday (organist); John Meeson (organist)

"THE CONVENT CELL", Mount Alexander Mail (6 September 1861), 7

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The following extraordinary letter appears in the Church of England Record for September. It is dated Geelong, August 27. If our clerical contemporary could be thought capable of admitting a joke into his columns, we might suspect "H. Plumstead" of poking fun at somebody or something; but of course that cannot be the case.

"Sir, - I perceive in the C. E. Record an extract from some ultra-Protestant organ, containing, a song from Balfe's Opera of the "Rose of Castile," entitled "The Convent Cell;" the words are by E. Falconer. I am sorry to confess it, but I have some copies of the song in question; it is very pretty, but does not sell well. I would be happy to let them be destroyed, upon payment of less than their marked value, and I have no doubt but that the music-sellers in Melbourne have many more copies, which they would willingly sacrifice to the cause of Protestantism (and L. S. D.) upon similar terms. I am, Sir, your obedient servant;
H. Plumstead.
P.S.- I hope the glorious example of that grocer was followed by the music-sellers of the old country, and that Messrs. Cramer and Co. and all parties concerned in the circulation of such a gross attempt to pervert the minds of all true Protestants, met with a just retribution."

MUSIC: The convent cell (Balfe, from The rose of Castile)

"CURRENT TOPICS", Geelong Advertiser (12 September 1861), 2

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The Harmonic Society's concert last night consisting of Haydn's "Creation" was a very successful affair and one feature reflecting additional credit on the members was the very little external aid required. Beyond Miss Bailey, Mr. Hailes, Mr. Plumstead, Mr. Stoneham, and Mr. Gover everything was done by amateur members of the society, which is now stronger both in voices and instruments than at any former period. Miss Bailey has never been heard to better advantage and if we refrain from saying all we think of her merits it is from fear of making her less careful. A slight inequality was at times perceptible; her voice is a splendid one, and with so young a lady will no doubt yet acquire further strength and flexibility. It is long since any lady from the choir has mustered confidence enough to step forth on the platform to sing solo parts, but last night Miss Slaughter did so in "On Thee each living soul awaits," and drew down such unmistakeably warm plaudits as to show how successful was the attempt and how much the effort was esteemed. Mr. Hinchcliff, Mr. Meeson, and Mr. Turner sang their several solos, duets, and trios in a very effective manner. Mr. H. B. Moore conducted with his usual tact and evident thorough knowledge of what he was about. A conductor like a poet is born, not made. Many professors of music capable of doing every thing else in the divine art and yet cannot conduct well. Mr. Gabb led admirably. Mr. Hailes, an amateur from Melbourne, played first violoncello. Mr. Plumstead on the organ, Mr. Stoneham on the flute, and Mr. Gover on the double bass, all contributed essentially to the evening's success. The hall was quite filled . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Amelia Bailey (vocalist); George Hailes (cello); Henry Gover (double bass)

[Advertisement], Geelong Advertiser (21 December 1861), 4

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GEELONG HARMONIC SOCIETY. GRAND CHRISTMAS FESTIVAL.
"THE MESSIAH." ON MONDAY, 23RD DECEMBER, IN THE MECHANICS' HALL.
PRINCIPALS. - MISS BAILEY; MASTER COOK; MR. BEAUMONT; MR. HINCHCLIFF.
Leader - Mr. Gabb.
Conductor - Mr. H. B. Moore.
Organist - Mr. Plumstead.
Violoncello - H. B. Gover.
Band and Chorus of 100 Performers.
ADMISSION : ONE SHILLING.
Body of Hall, 2s; Chairs (numbered and reserved), 5s.
W. H. C. WATT, Honorary Secretary.

ASSOCIATIONS: Charles Cook (alto vocalist); Armes Beaumont (tenor vocalist)

"GEELONG GRAMMAR SCHOOL", Geelong Advertiser (16 August 1862), 3

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A meeting of the creditors of the above establishment was held yesterday afternoon . . . The full list of the debts was then read over . . . Plumstead, per I'Erson - [pound] 10 10 0 . . .

[Advertisement], The Star [Ballarat, VIC] (30 October 1862), 3

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WEDNESDAY, 5th NOVEMBER, At Twelve o'clock.
To Concert Room Proprietors, Schools. &c.
Musical Instruments, Music, &c.
J. S. CARVER has been favored with instructions from Mr. Plumstead, who is leaving Ballarat, to sell by auction, on the premises, Sturt-street, next Mr. Vale's, bookseller, on Wednesday, 5th November, at 12 o'clock, The whole of the Stock-in-Trade, consisting of
2 superior grand pianos
4 cottage pianos, in walnut and rosewood
Large quantity of new music
2 superior water-color paintings
Glass cases, Counters, &c.
On the following Friday, the HOUSEHOLD FURNITURE. at his residence, Mair-street, near residence of Mr. Moore, consisting of three chests drawers, tables, chairs, pictures, valuable bedsteads; bedding, &c., &c., &c.
Terms Cash.

Adelaide, SA (1863-86):

[Advertisement], South Australian Register (27 April 1863), 1

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MR. HENRY PLUMSTEAD, TEACHER of the PIANOFORTE, SINGING, and HARMONIUM, and PIANOFORTE TUNER, Margaret-street, North Adelaide, adjoining Mr. Veysey's.
Mr. Plumstead is open to engagement as a first class Organist.

"CONCERT BY THE ORPHEUS SOCIETY", South Australian Register (29 July 1865), 2

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. . . The concert took place on Friday evening, July 28. There was a very large and highly respectable audience. The conductor, Mr. H. Francis Price, wielded the baton, and Mr. Henry Plumstead presided at the piano . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Henry Francis Price

"GENERAL NEWS", The Adelaide Express (10 August 1865), 2

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The favorite vocalist, Mrs. Wishart, held a benefit concert at the Temperance Hall, North Adelaide, on Wednesday, August 9. There was a very good, though not a crowded attendance. The proceedings commenced at 8 o'clock with an overture on the piano by Mr. H. Plumstead, which was very well played. The Choral Union, under the, direction of Mr. H. Pounsett, followed with the part song, "Dawn of day," which was loudly applauded . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Susannah Wishart (vocalist); Henry Pounsett (junior) (conductor)

"POLICE COURT - ADELAIDE. THIS DAY, THURSDAY, JANUARY 24 . . . ASSAULT", The Express and Telegraph (24 January 1867), 2

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Henry Plumstead appeared to the information of his wife, Ellen Plumstead, charged with assaulting and beating her on the 22nd instant. Complainant gave evidence that on the day in question her husband came home drunk, and without any cause assaulted her by kicking her. A second information charged the same defendant with assaulting his wife on the 23rd inst. The evidence was that the defendant struck his wife with a broomstick without any provocation whatever. Defendant was fined £5 for each assault, and ordered to find two sureties in £25 each and himself in £50, to keep the peace towards his wife for six months. Defendant - I will have to go to gaol, then, for I have not five pence in my pocket.

"ANGASTON", The South Australian Advertiser (22 November 1869), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article31995199

An entertainment in aid of the funds for the Institute was given on Friday evening [14 November] - the room was well filled. Mr. E. Salter was in the chair, and called first on Mr. Plumstead, who played with great spirit a prelude on the pianoforte . . .

"POPULAR CONCERT AT PORT ADELAIDE", South Australian Register (18 July 1882), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article43334456

The second of Mr. Henry Plumstead's popular concerts was given at the Port Adelaide Town Hall on Monday night, July 17. There was a fair attendance. The programme, which was well appreciated, was rendered by well-known amateurs. Mr. Henry Plumstead and Mrs. T. A. O'Brien manipulated the piano to great advantage, and Mrs. G. Crocker Smith, Misses Shugg and Richardson, and Messrs. Craigie ana Fleetwood ably contributed the vocal parts. The pieces were of a pleasing character.

"DEATHS", South Australian Register (28 August 1886), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article44571363

PLUMSTEAD. - On the 27th August, at his residence, Harriss-street, Norwood, of cancer, Henry Plumstead, in his 68th year.


Bibliography and resources:

Maria Louisa Plumstead, Find a grave

https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/161809943/maria-louisa-plumstead 




PLUNKET, Charles Thomas (Charles Thomas PLUNKET; Charles T. PLUNKETT)

amateur musician, church organist, chemist and druggist, pharmacist

Born Waterford, Ireland, c. 1827/31 (or Southampton, Hampshire, England, 3 September 1828); son of Charles Cornelius PLUNKETT (c. 1776-1838) and Mary Josephine GREEN (1804-1879)
Arrived Melbourne, VIC, 7 February 1853 (per British Isle, from London, late 1852)
Married Mary Clara MULLALY (1825-1910), St. Patricks College chapel, Melbourne, VIC 22 November 1858
Died Melbourne, VIC, 3 June 1902, aged 74

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Charles+Thomas+Plunket (TROVE tagged)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-P-2.php#PLUNKET-Charles (shareable link to this entry)

ASSOCIATIONS: Son of Mary Josephine Green (later Mrs. William Furlong); half-brother of William Romauld Furlong


Documentation:

England census, 30 March 1851, St. Faith, Middlesex; UK National Archives, HO 107 / 1529

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/8860/images/MDXHO107_1528_1529-0156 (PAYWALL)

4 Cheapside / John Thos. Harding / Head / 36 / Chemist & Druggist employing 8 men . . .
Charles [Harding] / Brother / 34 / Assistant . . .
Charles Plunket / Serv. / 24 / [Assistant] / [born] Hampshire

[Advertisement], The Age (13 July 1858), 1

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RE-OPENING OF THE ORGAN
In the CHURCH OF ST. FRANCIS'S, Lonsdale street.
A GRAND ORATORIO Will be given On Wednesday Evening, July 14th, By an
ORCHESTRA AND CHORUS OF 130 PERFORMERS!
The selections will be taken from the works of the great masters -
Mozart, Haydn, Handel, Bach, Mendelssohn, Rossini, Schubert, and Balfe.
Principal Vocalists: Miss Hamilton, Mrs. Wilkinson, Mr. Ewart, and Mr. Power.
Leader - Mr. King.
Conductor - Mr. Wilkinson.
Organist - Mr. Charles Plunket.
Programme - Part I.
Fugue - Organ, Mr. Wilkinson - Bach
"Kyrie" "Gloria" "Credo" (By the Full Chorus, Organ and Orchestra; Solos by Miss O. Hamilton, Mrs. Wilkinson, Mr. Ewart and Mr. Power) - Mozart, 12
"With Verdure clad" - Solo, Miss O. Hamilton - Haydn
"On Thee each Living Soul awaits," Trio, by Miss O. Hamilton, Mr. Ewart and Mr. Power - Haydn
"The Marvellous Works," Solo and Chorus, Miss O. Hamilton - Haydn
"In Splendor bright" - Solo (Tenor), Mr. Ewart - Haydn
"The Heavens are telling," Grand Chorus - Haydn
Interval of Ten Minutes.
Part II.
Sonata, No. 4 - Organ, Mr. Wilkinson - Mendelsohn
"Kyrie" "Gloria" "Credo" (Solos by Miss O. Hamilton, Mrs. Wilkinson, Mr. Ewart and Mr. Power) - Haydn, No. 3
"Ave Maria" Soprano Solo, Miss O. Hamilton - Schubert
"Dal tuo Stellato Soglio" (Mose in Egitto), Quartette, by Miss Hamilton, Mrs. Wilkinson, Mr. Ewart and Mr. Power - Rossini
"Qui Tollis" - Bass Solo, with Chorus, Mr. Power - Balfe
"Cujus Animam" - Tenor Solo, Mr. Ewart - Rossini
"Sancta Mater" (Stabat Mater), Quartetto, Miss O. Hamilton, Mrs. Wilkinson, Mr, Ewart, and Mr. Power - Rossini
"Hallelujah Chorus" - Messiah - Handel.
Doors open at half past six; performance to commence at half past seven o'clock.
N.B.- Omnibusses will ply between Collingwood and St. Kilda, at the termination of the Performance.
Reserved Seats, 7s 6d.; Unreserved, 3s 6d; Family Ticket, admitting Four, £1.
Tickets to be had at Mr. Wilkie's, Collins street; Mr. Chapman's, Swanston street; Mr. Gason's, Elizabeth street; Mr. Walsh, Elizabeth street.

ASSOCIATIONS: Octavia Hamilton (soprano vocalist); Ann Wilkinson (contralto); Thomas Ewart (tenor); William Power (bass); Edward King (violin, leader); William Wilkinson (conductor)

"ST. PATRICK'S CHURCH ORGAN", The Ballarat Star (11 March 1867), 1 supplement

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The opening of the organ recently erected in St. Patrick's Church, Ballarat, was celebrated on Sunday, 10th March, when the Roman Catholic Bishop of Melbourne performed a pontifical high mass, and Mozart's 12th Mass was sung by the choir. The church was crowded . . . The organ is a noble instrument, sweet and full, its voicing good, and its exterior an excellent ornament to the church. The gallery or organ-loft has been extended the full width of the nave, and the organ is built up on either side so that the great west window remains undarkened. The instrument was built by the eminent firm of Gray and Davison, London, according to a plan arranged by Mr. Charles Thomas Plunket, of Lonsdale street, Melbourne, who formerly was organist at St. Francis' Church, and to whom was entrusted the ordering of the organ from that firm. Every modern improvement that could be suggested has been applied in the construction of the instrument; and competent judges in London, who heard and also performed on the organ whilst in the factory, have pronounced it to be one of the most complete in detail, and combining great sweetness as well as fulness and richness of tone - a judgment we are disposed to endorse. The front pipes are richly decorated in grey, with gold and colors. The swell organ has been much admired, and is very effective, particularly as it is on the same scale as the great organ. The back and sides are double cased and filled in with sawdust, and contain all the reed stops. The organ has two manuals and pedal organ CCC to C, and contains the following stops: -
GREAT ORGAN, CC to G.
Double diapason, wood throughout - 16 feet
Open diapason, metal throughout - 8
Stop diapason, bass and clarabella do, wood - 8
Principal, metal throughout - 4
Dulciana, metal throughout - 8
Viol di Gamba, metal tenor C - 8
Flute, motal tenor C - 4
Twelfth, metal throughout - 3
Fifteenth, do do - 2
Sesquialtra, do do - 4 rank
Mixture, do do - 3
Furniture, do do - 2
SWELL ORGAN, CC to G.
Double diapason, wood throughout - 16 foot
Open diapason, metal throughout - 8
Stop diapason, wood throughout - 8
Keraulophon, metal tenor C - 8
Principal, metal throughout - 4
Twelfth, do do - 3
Fifteenth, do do - 2
Trumpet, do do - 8
Hautbois, do do - 8
Clarion, do do - 4
PEDAL ORGAN, CCC to C.
Open diapason, wood, CCC - 16
Bourdon, wood, CCC - 16
Principal, metal, CCC - 8
The ordinary church choir was assisted on this, occasion by Miss Julia Mathews, who has attained colonial eminence as an accomplished vocalist; Mrs. Testar, for many years principal soprano of the Melbourne Philharmonic Society's concerts; Mr. Madden and Mr. Plunkett from Melbourne - the latter gentleman being the designer of the organ. Mr. Fincham of Richmond, the erector, has won golden opinions for the success which has attended his work. To the musicians already named we should add the name of Mr. Millar, organist of St Patrick's, who presided at the instrument, Mr. Plunket assisting, however, by taking the "Kyrie" and the "Gloria" in the mass. Several ladies and gentlemen from the local musical societies also gave their aid in the choir. The beautiful vocalisation of Miss Mathews and Mrs. Testar, the massive volumes and soft passages which alternated from the organ, and the full force of choir and organ in the choruses, made up a rare treat to the musical ear. At thy conclusion of the service the " Hallelujah" with "And the glory of the Lord," from Messiah were performed. In the evening pontifical vespers were celebrated, and the church was again well filled . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: James Alipius Goold (bishop of Melbourne); Gray and Davison (organ builders, London); George Fincham (organ builder, Melbourne); Julia Mathews (vocalist); Elizabeth Testar (vocalist); John Millar (organist)

"CHURCH OF THE IMMACULATE CONCEPTION, ABBOTSFORD", Advocate [Melbourne, VIC] (6 May 1871), 5

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The solemn dedication and opening of the Church of the Immaculate Conception, in connection with the Convent of the Good Shepherd, at Abbotsford, and designed as a memorial of the deceased foundress and sisters of the order in Victoria, took place on Sunday last. His lordship, the Right Rev. Dr. Goold, Bishop of Melbourne, was the officiating prelate . . . There was an excellent choir, Mr. C. T. Plunket presiding at the harmonium, and that gentleman and Mrs. Testar singing the solo parts . . .

"THE LATE MR. C. T. PLUNKET, J.P.", Advocate (7 June 1902), 12

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It is with much regret that we have to announce the death of a very old and highly respected colonist - Mr. C. T. Plunket. J.P. The deceased gentleman came from the Old Land some fifty years ago, and entered into business as a chemist and druggist in Lonsdale-street, where he resided till the time of his death. For over a quarter of a century, he occupied a seat at the Melbourne Hospital board of management. The members of the board, on learning from their secretary, Mr. F. R. Godfrey, of the death of Mr. Plunket, expressed deep regret, and eulogised the deceased gentleman for the good work he had done as a member of the board. The board adjourned as a mark of respect, and instructed the secretary to forward a letter of condolence to the family of their late member. The Hospital flag was flying at half-mast during the day. On Wednesday a requiem Mass for the repose of his soul was celebrated in St. Francis' Church by the Rev. A. May, who subsequently pronounced the final absolutions (praesente corpore). The reverend gentleman, in asking the prayers of the congregation for the repose of the deceased gentleman's soul, said that the late Mr. Plunket had been an exemplary member of the parish for the past 40 years, and was of a very charitable disposition. For many years he had acted as organist at St. Francis'. He had done good work at the Melbourne Hospital. A friend of the late Mr. Plunket has furnished us with the following interesting particulars concerning the career of the deceased gentleman: -

Charles Thomas Plunket, J.P., was a native of Waterford, Ireland, and came to Melbourne February 7th, 1853, where he remained till his death. For some time he was manager for Messrs. E. and M. Keogh, chemists and druggists. Subsequently he bought their business in Lonsdale-street, where he built his present shop and dwelling-house. His father was Count Charles Plunket, an officer of the Royal Regiment of Malta, who served with distinction in the British and foreign service. His mother, who afterwards became Mrs. W. Furlong, was an accomplished musician, and from her he inherited his love for music, particularly that of a sacred character. On his arrival here he was appointed by the late Archbishop Goold organist of St. Francis' Church, where he played for many years till the late Miss Wilkinson took charge of the choir. Of late years he played for St. Francis vesper choir, in which he evinced intense interest.

He took no part in municipal or in political matters; but as regarded every movement for the general good, or the relief of the poor and the needy, the late Mr. Plunket was ever ready with a kind word and practical assistance. His uncle was Canon Thomas Green, C. chaplain to the Earl of Shrewsbury. The funeral cortege left St. Francis on Wednesday afternoon for the Melbourne General Cemetery. The members of the Hospital board were amongst those who followed the remains. The Archbishop marked his esteem for the deceased by sending his carriage to join in the funeral procession. Mr. Plunket was in his 74th year. The mortuary arrangements were carried out by Mr. John Daley. R.I.P.


Bibliography and resources:

David Rankin, The history of music at St. Francis' church 1839-79 (Melbourne: Society of Jeus, 1979), 26

John H. Byrne, Echoes of home, music at St. Francis' 1845-1995 (Melbourne; St. Francis' Choir, 1995), 20-21




PLUNKETT, John Hubert (John Hubert PLUNKETT; J. H. PLUNKETT)

Musical amateur, amateur musician, violinist, founder and president Sydney Philharmonic Society, lecturer on ancient Irish music, patron of music, attorney general

Born Mount Plunkett, county Roscommon, Ireland, June 1802
Married Maria Charlotte McDONOUGH, Ireland, c. 1831/32
Arrived Sydney, NSW, 14 June 1832 (per Southworth, from Cork, 6 February)
Died East Melbourne, VIC, 9 May 1869

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PLUNKETT, Maria Charlotte (Maria Charlotte McDONOUGH; Mrs. John Hubert PLUNKETT)

Pianist, vocalist, music teacher

Born Boyle, county Roscommon, Ireland, c. 1813
Married John Hubert PLUNKETT, Ireland, c. 1831/32
Arrived Sydney, NSW, 14 June 1832 (per Southworth, from Cork, 6 February)
Died Sydney, NSW, 12 August 1895, aged 82

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John Hubert Plunkett, Heads of the people (3 July 1847)

John Hubert Plunkett, Heads of the people (3 July 1847) frontispiece

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Summary:

Plunkett was a founder and president of the Sydney Philharmonic Society, and played violin in its orchestra.

His wife (and a Plunkett cousin), Maria, was a fine amateur singer and pianist; Edward Boulanger dedicated a Caprice sur Norma to her, printed in Boulanger's musical keepsake for 1856.

The Plunketts' niece, Georgina Keon dedicated her The Twofold Bay waltzes to them in 1864.

According to Molony 1973 (261, note 52) there is a manuscript book of music in Plunkett's hand, among his papers in the Makinson, Plunkett, D'Apice collection (State Library of New South Wales; on this collection, see Molony 1973, xii).


Documentation:

"MR. WALLACE'S CONCERT", The Sydney Gazette and New South Wales Advertiser (16 February 1836), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2202786 

On Friday evening, Mr. W. gave his first Concert at the Royal Hotel, and in spite of the inclemency of the weather, the room was crowded by much of the rank, beauty, talent, and fashion in the Colony. Among the visitors, we noticed His Excellency the Governor and family, Mr. Colonial Secretary McLeay and family, the Judges, Mr. Solicitor Plunkett and lady, and most of the principal civil and military officers . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: William Vincent Wallace (violinist, pianist, composer)

"THE ORATORIO", The Australian (23 September 1836), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article36854491 

There was the most numerous assemblage of persons at the Oratorio, on Wednesday evening, that was ever convened under one roof in the Colony since its foundation. In the spacious area of St. Mary's Church seven hundred contributors to this festival were easily provided with suitable and pleasant accommodation . . . Among the company we observed . . . the Attorney General, Mrs. and Miss Plunkett . . .

"THE ORATORIO", The Sydney Gazette and New South Wales Advertiser (24 September 1836), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2206796 

. . . We cannot conclude without stating the high satisfaction the arrangements made by the Stewards, Messrs. Plunkett, Therry, and Wilson, &c., gave to the Company, who exerted themselves to the utmost, by paying the greatest possible attention to the arrangement of the seats, which prevented the confusion which must otherwise have taken place . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Roger Therry (steward)

"DOMESTIC", The Australian (14 April 1837), 2

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Nothing can be a surer indication of the prosperity of the Colony than the number of costly and splendid pianofortes sold at Mr. Ellard's within the last month, which were lately imported by Mr. Wallace. Among the purchasers we find the names of Messrs. Deas Thomson, Edye Manning, Plunkett, Robert Scott, Colonel Wall, and many other highly respectable Colonists . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Francis Ellard (musicseller)

"Concert", The Sydney Monitor (1 June 1838), 2

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On Wednesday evening, Mr. J. P. Deane's Concert, according to announcement, was held in the Saloon of the Royal Hotel, under the patronage of Lady Gipps . . . Among the company, we noticed His Excellency Sir George Gipps and lady . . . the Honorable E. Deas Thomson and lady, J. H. Plunkett Esq., and family, R. Therry, Eeq. and lady . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: John Philip Deane (violinist)

Abel du Petit-Thouars [12 December 1838], Voyage autour du monde sur la frégate la Vénus, pendant les années 1836-1839 . . . tome troisième (Paris: Gide, éditeur, 1841), 287-89

https://books.google.com.au/books?id=62lHAAAAYAAJ&pg=PA289 

Le 12 décembre [1838], il ne nous restait plus que quelques jours à passer à Sydney: j'en profitai pour aller faire un pélerinage au monument commémoratif de Lapérouse. M. Plunkett, attorney-général, magistrat d'une haute capacité, qui jouissait à Sydney d'une grande et juste considération, que l'esprit de parti et celui de secte même n'empêchaient pas de reconnaître, nous offrit de se joindre à nous pour ce pélerinage, ainsi que MM. Thomson, secrétaire-général de la colonie, et Therry, substitut du procureur-général; mesdames Plunkett, Thomson, Therry, voulurent aussi être de la partie, qui devint ainsi une véritable caravane. . . Madame Thomson, fille du général Bourke, précédent gouverneur de cette colonie, douée d'une voix étendue, fraîche et facile, avait un talent de musique trèsremarquable, qui ne pouvait être égalé que par sa complaisance. Quoique nous fussions en plein vent, et qu'elle n'eût pour accompagnement que le bruit de la mer, venant se briser au pied de la roche qui nous servait de salon, loin de se faire prier, elle chanta avec une bonne grâce charmante de délicieux morceaux de Rossini. Madame Plunkett, élevée dans le couvent des Oiseaux, à Paris, ne fut pas moins complaisante, et chanta aussi souvent qu'elle en fut priée.

ASSOCIATIONS: Abel Aubert du Petit-Thouars (commander of the Venus); Anna Maria Deas Thomson (vocalist)

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (22 March 1854), 8

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SYDNEY PHILHARMONIC SOCIETY. PRESIDENT, The Hon. J. H. Plunkett.
VlCE-PRESIDENT, H. G. Douglass, Esq., M.L.C.; TREASURER, Mr. B. Mountcastle. HON. SECRETARY, Mons. E. Paris.
COMMITTEE - Messrs. G. Wright, F. Kellermann, C. Younger, F. Clarke, W. MacDonnell.
The object of the Society is the practice and cultivation of the most approved vocal and instrumental music, and is based on the principles of the London Philharmonic Society, and other amateur Musical Societies in England . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Benjamin Mountcastle (treasurer); Eugene Paris (secretary); Gilbert Wright (committee); Frederick Kellerman (committee); Charles Younger (committee); Francis Clarke (committee); William Macdonnell (committee); Sydney Philharmonic Society

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (16 October 1854), 1

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TESTIMONIAL to MISS CATHARINE HAYES.
At a meeting of gentlemen, held at the Fine Arts Exhibition Rooms, Lyons' Corner, George-street, on Friday last, to consider the propriety of presenting Miss Catharine Hayes with a testimonial or admiration of her talents, and respect for her many very estimable qualities; Mr. Justice Therry in the chair;
It was unanimously resolved, on the motion of the ATTORNEY-GENERAL, seconded by J. DOBIE, Esq., M.L.C., "That the following gentlemen be appointed a committee to receive subscriptions towards a suitable testimonial to be presented to Miss Hayes, (such subscription to be limited to one guinea), and to carry out the object of the meeting, His Honor Mr. Justice Therry; Hon. J. H. Plunkett . . . F. W. Meymott, Esq. . . .
J. R. CLARKE, Hon. Sec. and Treasurer.

"DEPARTURE OF MISS C. HAYES", Freeman's Journal (21 October 1854), 9

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article115557316 

The enthusiasm which greeted Miss Hayes on her first arrival was kept up to the last. It was announced that the fair songstress would leave the residence of Mr. Plunkett about half-past two on Wednesday, and before that time there was a large crowd assembled in front of the learned gentleman's house. About forty ladies and gentlemen, who have taken an interest in Miss Hayes during her sojourn among us, were invited to meet her at lunch, after which Mr. Plunkett proposed her health, observing that the pain of parting was alleviated by the reminiscences of her visit, which will long be remembered by thousands. Miss Hayes was too much affected, to do more than bow her acknowledgments. On her presenting herself on the balcony, she was loudly and repeatedly cheered, as was also M. Coulon . . .

"THE ENCHANTRESS: OR, THE BENCH AND BAR MUSIC MAD", The People's Advocate and New South Wales Vindicator (21 October 1854), 2-3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article251543542 

PRINCIPAL CHARACTERS.
Miss CATHERINE HAYES - the Enchantress.
Monsieur COULIN - Grand Buffo.
JUDGES.
His Honor SIR ALFRED STEPHEN - Chief Maniac.
His Honor Mr. ROGER THERRY - Puny Maniac.
BARRISTERS.
The ATTORNEY-GENERAL - First Class Maniac.
FREDERICK W. M. MEYMOTT, Barrister - Terrific Maniac . . . [3] . . .
ACT 2nd and last.
Scene last. - The exterior of Mr. Attorney- General Plunkett's mansion. Meymott wanders up and down the balcony, like a discontented spirit, feeding the pet poodle of the Enchantress . . . The Enchantress makes her appearance supported by Plunkett . . . the Enchantress steps into her carriage to the tune of "off she goes." Plunkett falls hysterically upon the floor of the house; Alfred flies to his flute for relief; Roger's grief is dreadful to behold, and Meymott, the Maniac, rushes in the direction of Woolloomooloo, in the vain hope of finding another Kate to soothe his agonized feelings.
Grand Tableau by Everybody Present.
Assisted by The Weeping Cloud Spirits.
The Curtain also DROPS.

ASSOCIATIONS: Plunkett and his legal colleague and fellow Irish Catholic Roger Therry were both prominent local patrons of Catherine Hayes (Irish vocalist), as also noted by several satirists; Emile Coulon (vocalist, Hayes's touring partner); Frederick Meymott (lawyer, musical amateur); Alfred Stephen (judge, musical amateur); Jacob Richard Clarke (musicseller, publisher)

"REVIEW", The Sydney Morning Herald (11 February 1855), 5

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Boulanger's Musical Keepsake, for 1856. Sydney: F. MADER, 174, George-street.

. . . The first of the series, six in number, is graced by the tutelage of Lady Denison, and bears the title of "Serenade to Don Pasquale." "A Nocturne de Concert," dedicated to Lady Stephen, is the second in order, which is followed by a "Caprice sur Norma," under the auspices of Mrs. John H. Plunkett . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Edward Boulanger (composer); Frederick Mader (publisher)

MUSIC: Caprice sur Norma (Boulanger)

"SYDNEY PHILHARMONIC SOCIETY", The Sydney Morning Herald (15 April 1856), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12979140 

We have been favoured with the second annual report of this excellent Society, by which it appears that the number of members and subscribers has more than doubled during the present year - evincing the correct principles on which the Society was formed . . . A well-merited acknowledgment of the kind assistance and close attention of the president, the Hon. J. H. Plunkett, to whose business habits and influence much of the progress of the Society may be fairly attributed . . .

John Hubert Plunkett, crayon sketch by Edmund Thomas, c. mid 1850s; State Library of New South Wales

John Hubert Plunkett, crayon sketch by Edmund Thomas, c. mid 1850s; State Library of New South Wales

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/38831340 

ASSOCIATIONS: Edmund Thomas (artist)

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (5 October 1858), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13020941 

THE ANCIENT MUSIC OF IRELAND - A LECTURE to be delivered THIS EVENING, at the LYCEUM THEATRE, in aid of the Donegal Relief Fund,
by J. H. PLUNKETT, Esq., Q.C., M.L.A, assisted by many ladies and gentlemen who have kindly volunteered their services for the occasion.
PROGRAMME OF LECTURE.
Preliminary observations on the advantages to be derived from the cultivation of music - A means of promoting temperance - The spread of music in the mother country - Vocal music - Instrumental music - Practical suggestions -
The origin of the bardic order in Ireland - History of the great palace of Tara -
Influence of the Bards before and after the Christian era - Ossianic music -
The Bards of the 12th century, also during the reign of Henry II. and subsequent reigns -
History of "The Coolin," "Alleen Aroon," and other ancient airs -
The persecution of the Bards, their depression, its causes and consequences -
Thomas Moore as an Irishman and Lyric Poet - Robert Emmett -
Miss Curran - Illustrations of the Irish Melodies - Song by J. P. Curran -
Music of the different Trades - Carolan, the Last of the Irish Bards - His Music - Music of Jackson -
Miscellaneous Remarks and Illustrations incidental to the foregoing topics: -
SONGS.
"The Harp that Once through Tara's Halls."
"Rich and Rare were the Gems She Wore."
"Coolin" - harmonized by Mr Cordner, for four voices.
"She is Far from the Land" - harmonized for three voices.
The Song of Fionnuala.
"O! Where is the Slave?"
"I saw from the Beach" - Duett.
"The Deserter" - harmonised for four voices, by Mr. Cordner.
"The Meeting of the Waters."
The Song of the Battle Eve - harmonized for four voices, by Mr. Cordner . . .

"ANCIENT MUSIC OF IRELAND", The Sydney Morning Herald (6 October 1858), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13020666 

THIS was the subject of a lecture, with illustrations, vocal and instrumental, delivered last evening by the Hon. J. H. Plunkett, Esq , M.L.A., at the Lyceum Theatre, York-street. The subject is one which at all times and under any circumstances would be sure to attract a large audience in this fair city, but when delivered by so popular a gentleman, and one so peculiarly qualified to deal with it, it might be expected that a large audience would assemble on the occasion. But it was a higher and nobler feeling than the mere gratification of listening to an interesting subject that brought together the numerous and fashionable assemblage which honoured Mr. Plunkett's debut as a lecturer last night. The proceeds of the lecture, as announced, are to go to the Donegal Relief Fund, now in course of collection in this colony. It was this charitable object which, despite the pelting of the "pitiless storm" which prevailed throughout the day and night, attracted so many of the gentler sex - the first in all acts of benevolence - to the lecture in aid of the Donegal Relief Fund. And, however apart from the principal object of their sympathies was the mere pleasure to be anticipated from a lecture treated by Mr. Plunkett, they must yet have felt themselves in that sense alone amply repaid for their attendance. It may be right to say that it was under the auspices of the Celtic Association of this city that the lecture was advertised, and at their request the worthy lecturer made his first appearance in this character.

Soon after half-past, seven, Mr. Plunkett, attended by several gentlemen who were to lend their assistance either as vocalists or by instrumental performances, in illustrating the subject to be dealt with, took his seat on the stage. Several ladies were also on the stage, which was very tastefully furnished. Indeed, the first look was calculated to impress one with the idea that he was witnessing some family reunion and this was strengthened by a communion of sympathies and a unison of feelings which pervaded and drew together the hearts of the lecturer and his audience.

Mr. DENIEHY, M.L.A., introduced the lecturer in a few remarks appropriate to the occasion, and the cause which had brought them together.

Mr. PLUNKETT, on coming forward, was received with a general burst of applause from all parts of the theatre. He said it was his first appearance in the character of a public lecturer, and for that reason he claimed, and he was quite certain they would extend it to him, that indulgence which was usually accorded to a first appearance. When first requested by the committee of the Donegal Relief Fund to give a public lecture in aid of the funds, he at once consented, though perhaps rashly; but he was anxious by so doing to shew his approval of the movement; for there could hardly be a case of privation and suffering more worthy of their sympathy and relief. The honorable gentleman than proceeded to speak of the advantages to a community that were to be derived from the cultivation of music, recommending it as a part of education, not only essential to the well being and happiness of the domestic circle, but calculated to improve the morals and habits of a whole people. He glanced at the history of the Philharmonic Society of Sydney, and spoke favourably of the proficiency of its members; but he regretted that in so large and wealthy a city there was no music hall. He spoke approvingly of the movements lately made in Maitland and Bathurst towards the establishment of philharmonic societies in those places, and he hoped to see other towns follow the example set by them.

After pointing out the success which had marked the spread and cultivation of music in England - and referring briefly to the works of the great German masters and their influence upon the taste and refinement of the present day, he passed to the more immediate subject of his lecture - the Ancient Music of Ireland.

He commenced by treating the origin of the Bardic order in Ireland, of which there were four classes. Of these, the first class always attended the King or chieftain to battle; they were also councillors to the king, and were held in the highest estimation. The Bardic order attained their highest distinction in the days Olla Fodla, which they retained during the reign of many successive monarchs, whose chief seat of power was at the Tara or "Tamar" - in the Irish language "The Palace of Music." The lecturer passed in review the various stages of Irish history in which the bards bore a prominent part until their influence began to wane after the invasion of the stranger. As in Wales the harpers were the most faithful and patriotic of the people, and, as their influence inspired their countrymen to oppose at every opportunity the incursions of their invaders, so that the whole wrath of of Edward the Second fell upon them, so in Ireland it was the policy of the English to extirpate and destroy the bards.

The honorable lecturer treated eloquently of the poetry also of Ireland - of Thomas Moore, &c. He illustrated each portion of his subject by instrumental performances on the violin, giving the original Irish airs in each case. But it would be impossible in a notice of this kind to do justice to a lecture which afforded so much instructive entertainment. The songs and melodies as laid down in the programme were sung with much taste and judgement by the gentlemen who volunteered their services for the purpose; the singing of a young lady in the beautiful ballad of "She is far from the land," was rapturously applauded. The lecturer's own instrumental performances on the violin, with which he illustrated the leading points of his remarks on the ancient Irish music and old airs were heard with every demonstration of pleasure and delight, and the attention and interest of the audience was kept alive to the last moment. On conclusion the honorable, gentleman, and the ladies and gentlemen who had assisted him were loudly applauded, and all departed gratified with the evening's entertainment.

ASSOCIATIONS: Daniel Henry Deniehy (chairman)

MUSIC: She is far from the land (Moore and Stevenson)

"OUR LYCEUM", Bell's Life in Sydney (9 October 1858), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article59869395

The honorable and learned John Hubert Plunkett made his first bow on the stage last Tuesday evening as "The Ancient Bard of Ireland", the performances being in aid of the Fund for the distressed tenanthry at Donegal, in Ireland. The Muses greeted the honorable debutant in a terrible shower of rain, through which rushed young and old, and great numbers of the Sydney fair who disregarded such trifles as mud and wet in their laudable eagerness to support by their eighteenpences and their countenances, the debutant in his generous exertion to do good. Without pretending to compare the Hon. Mr. Plunkett either to Paganini or Miska Hauser, we award him the meed of being a "first fiddle", too good for such a place as Toogood's, for instance. Several ladies and gentlemen amateurs assisted the hon. debutant with both vocal and instrumental music; but we must confess to having sustained some disappointment at hearing no song from Mr. Plunkett himself, having attended with all our Staff for the express purpose of joining in the "coal-box". However, the entertainment elicited enthusiastic applause throughout, the house being crowded in every part.

ASSOCIATIONS: Miska Hauser (violinist)

"ADVANTAGES OF MUSIC", The Sydney Morning Herald (11 October 1858), 5

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The following are the preliminary observations made by J. H. Plunkett, Esq., M.P., on Tuesday evening last, in his lecture delivered at the Lyceum Theatre. -

Before I proceed to the particular subject of my lecture, namely, "The Ancient Music of Ireland," I will take the opportunity of making a few preliminary observations on the advantages to be derived from the general cultivation and encouragement of music among us. It is an observation that we hear very often made on different occasions, "That there are few men of leisure in this country;" and I admit the truth of the observation, in the sense in which it is usually made, for there are few, if any, amongst us who have not some business to attend to. The observation, however, can only have reference to business occupations, and to them during the hours of business; for, I venture to say, there is no country in which all classes (including men of business and working men) have more leisure to dedicate a large portion of the twenty-four hours to their intellectual, social, and moral improvement, than they have in this colony. 'Tis true, we all have our employments during certain hours of the day, and, during those hours, we find it inconvenient, if not wholly impossible, to give up any time to other and different matters than those we are engaged in; but when each of us returns home, after this business is over, there are not many whose duties keep them engaged in the evening. I rather think the great majority of the people feel at a loss for occupation, after the day's labour is over, and are often puzzled how to kill time in a rational or agreeable manner.

I am happy to say that, in many very important respects, we keep pace with the progress of the age; for instance, the Short Hours movement, the Early Closing movement, have both been very generally adopted in this city. But, unfortunately, we have not the corresponding improvements which ought to accompany them, to afford proper means for enjoying and profiting by their advantages to the full extent. Our resources in the way of intellectual institutions, or opportunities of intellectual improvement, are but scanty. The few public libraries we have are not sufficient. Our public amusements are also very limited, and our national customs and our domestic habits are not such as to keep the masses of the people from the public-houses, or from places of dissipation. I fear much the praiseworthy efforts of Teetotal and Temperance societies will never meet with general success, unless a foundation be laid in the way of public amusements and domestic enjoyments, to wean the people from those places of dissipation, and from having recourse to the glass and bottle as a resource. Without doing this, I am afraid they are working "against wind and tide;" but if rational and harmless public amusements, and home occupations and enjoyments in the hours of relaxation, were placed within their reach, there can be little doubt they would act as very powerful auxiliaries in the promotion of temperance.

The human mind is so constituted that it cannot be always on the stretch, neither can the body endure incessant labour. Rest is necessary to both, after a certain number of hours, and something is also requisite to refresh and invigorate the one and the other. Of all the arts and sciences, there is none so well calculated to accomplish this as music. The experience of all persons who can perform on an instrument, even in a tolerable way, will prove it. And even those who are only listeners to good music must admit it. If we exclaim with the poet:
"Whence art thou? - from what causes dost thou spring,
Oh, Music! thou divine, mysterious thing!"
we ask the question in vain, as we must ever do when we follow paths which lose themselves in the depths of our being. We only know that its science is an instinct of our nature, its subjects the emotions of our hearts; but further than this we shall never be able to account for till we are able to account for all things. Nothing proves more strongly the angelic purity of music than the very tender age at which the infant manifests the pleasure it imparts.

As a recreation, then, it must be regarded as one of the most delightful and spiritual in which the mind can indulge. It is the sister art of painting and poetry, and it is the handmaid of religion. The gradual extension of it among the industrial classes must be attended with an important moral effect, tending to soothe and harmonise, to impart a relish for domestic happiness, and a distaste for those haunts where the noise and the loathsomeness of dissipation and debauchery are heard. It has been well observed of music, that she can give us pleasures we cannot account for, and raise feelings we cannot reason upon. She can transport us into a sphere where selfishness and worldliness have no part to play. Her whole domain, in short, lies in that much-abused land of romance, the only objection to which in real life is, that mankind are too weak and too wicked to be trusted in it. This she offers unreservedly to our range, with her attendant spirits, the feelings and the fancy in every form of spiritual and earthly emotion, of fair and fantastic vision stationed at the portals to beckon and welcome us in. But, if she cannot captivate us by these means she tries no other. She appeals neither to our reason, our principles, nor our honour. She can as little paint a moral as she can paint a picture. She can be neither witty, satirical, or personal. There is no Hogarth in music. Mr. Punch can give her no place on his staff. She cannot reason and she cannot preach, but also (and I would beg particular attention to this) she cannot wound, and she cannot defile. She is the most innocent companion of the loves and graces. Music is not pure to the pure only she is pure to all; we can only make her a means of harm when we add speech to sound. It is only by a marriage with words that she can become a minister of evil. A musical instrument (piano, violin, or any other), which is music alone, enjoys the glorious disability of expressing a single vicious idea, or of inspiring a single corrupt thought.

The influence of music on all classes is immense, and, I venture to say, has been found to be uniformly favourable. If it sometimes seems to be the companion either of refined voluptuousness, or of low and vulgar debauch, the blame does not belong to it, but to its perversion, and abuse. Without it, the vices would still exist, probably in more debasing forms; while, properly applied, it can become a powerful agent in lessening the propensity to degrading pleasures.

Even to those of the learned and literary professions music may be highly recommended, for they often feel there are intervals to be filled up, there is a satiety of books, there is a fatigue of mind, against which a resource is wanted, and which I may with confidence assert is found in nothing so complete as in music. If men of letters and others engaged in intellectual occupations, who at certain times would gladly exchange their overworking thought for sensation, knew the complete relaxation and renovation of mind which music affords, they would all become performers on some instrument; they would assuredly have their children taught some instrument, and thus give them a never failing resource in this world of trials, in whatever walk of life their lot may be cast. Even Horace Walpole, who, with all his heartless superciliousness, wrote some very sensible things, said,

"If I had children my utmost endeavours would be to breed them musicians. Considering I have no ear, nor even a thought for music myself, the preference seems odd, and yet it is embraced on reflection. In short, my aim would be to make them happy. I think it is the most profitable method, - it is a resource which will last their lives, unless they grow deaf; it makes them depend on themselves not on others; always amuses and soothes, if not consoles; and of all fashionable pleasures it is the cheapest."

Until of late years music has been cultivated on principles too aristocratic; it should no longer be confined to the mansions of the rich, it should be made an inmate of the cottages of the humbler classes, and thus afford them a source of delight, which they vainly seek in the public-house, or any other of the places now open to them.

In the general search of improvement which is going on in the mother country, and tending to amalgamate classes; there is nothing more remarkable than the spread of music, amongst all ranks. There are few large towns in England that have not a choral society, a philharmonic, or other musical society.

As to Germany, which is peculiarly the land of eminent composers, and of instrumental music, I believe the smallest town there, possesses an orchestra, whose members are capable of executing the most difficult compositions. Music in Germany (from all I can learn) is not only a recreation, but an indispensable evening amusement after the toil of the ordinary pursuits of the day. Every place has its harmonic societies, whose professors and amateurs assemble promiscuously, all animated with the one feeling-the love of the art, ancient and modern, sacred and profane. The example of England, however, must very naturally be regarded by us in this colony with more influence. I have seen some Manchester newspapers, which speak of "the annual Choral Meeting of the Lancashire and Cheshire Working Men." They all agree in one opinion, that this annual meeting was eminently successful, whether it be looked upon as an evidence of the utility of music in improving the tastes and social habits of the people, or as an experiment and test of what may be done towards fostering the musical capabilities of the working classes. The chorus at this meeting was entirely composed of eight hundred and fifty (850) artisans, who had been trained by a Mr. Weston and others, according to the system introduced into England by Mr. Hullah. I will now read some extracts from these newspapers. The first gives an account of the annual choral meeting just alluded to -

There is no musical exhibition in the course or the year, in this eminently musical town, which is more calculated to interest the philanthropist, than these annual choral meetings of the associated workmen's singing classes. It is here that he finds music more directly used as a moral agent, in providing an ever delightful source of improving recreation for the leisure hours of the masses; and even if the performances were, in themselves, less effective than they are his satisfaction would hardly be less, because he would view them in their more important bearing, as furnishing beneficial occupation for that portion of the twenty-four hours which, scanty as it unfortunately is, is too often devoted to the most disastrous indulgences by our teeming and hard-working population. These exhibitions, however, are more pregnant with hopefulness and encouragement when we find the progressive improvement of the pupils so marked as in the present case; because herein we have not only evidence of past assiduity, but the best assurance of continued application; and so long as the human mind is so constituted that cheerful relaxation becomes as essential to its healthful existence as the active exercise of its functions - so long, we are persuaded, will the cultivation of music be esteemed as a chief means of securing such relaxation.

The classes mustered in great force on Saturday evening, having come hither from many of the principal towns within six or eight miles distance; railway trains having, through the solicitous foresight of the committee of management, been provided at a cheap rate for their especial accommodation. They were all ranged in the spacious orchestra of the Free Trade Hall, a decided improvement over the disposition of last year, when a large portion was accommodated in the body of the hall. The present arrangement had the double advantage of compactness, and of more united and powerful musical effect. The orchestra was crowded; so that there could hardly be less than from seven to eight hundred singers. The appearance of the humble vocalists, all clad in their best, and all apparently participating in the performances with intense enjoyment, was pleasing and interesting in the extreme.

The other extract which I will trouble you with relates to similar societies in Yorkshire and Derbyshire: -

In the densely peopled manufacturing districts of Yorkshire, Lancashire, and Derbyshire, music is cultivated among the working classes to an extent unparalleled in any other part of the kingdom. Every town has its choral society, supported by the amateurs of the place and its neighbourhood, where the sacred works of Handel, and the more modern masters, are performed with precision and effect, by a vocal and instrumental orchestra consisting of mechanics and work people; and every village church has its occasional holiday oratorio, where a well-chosen and well-performed selection of sacred music is listened to by a decent and attentive audience of the same class as the performers, mingled with their employers and their families. Hence the practice of this music is an ordinary domestic and social recreation among the working-classes of these districts, and its influence is of the most salutary kind. The people In their manners and usages retain much of the simplicity of the olden time; the spirit of industrious independence maintains its ground among them, and they preserve much of their religious feelings and domestic affections, in spite of the demoralising effects of a crowded population, fluctuating employment and pauperism. Their employers promote and encourage so salutary a recreation by countenancing and contributing to pay the expenses of the musical associations, and some great manufacturers provide regular musical instruction for such of their workpeople as show a taste for it. "It is earnestly to be wished," says a late writer, "that such an example were generally followed in establishments where great numbers of people are employed. Wherever the working-classes are taught to prefer the pleasures of intellect, and even of taste, to the gratification of sense, a great and favourable change takes place in their character and manners. They are no longer driven by mere vacuity of mind to the beershop; and a pastime, which opens their minds to the impressions produced by the strains of Handel and Haydn, combined with the inspired poetry of the Scriptures, becomes something infinitely better than the amusement of an idle hour. Sentiments are awakened which make them love their families and their homes; their wages are not squandered in intemperance, and they become happier as well as better."

The system alluded to, and known as Hullah's system of singing, has been generally adopted (as we perceive) in England, and also, I find, in Scotland. When I was last in Dublin myself, in 1843, I saw it in operation at many of the schools there. I also saw some of its workings in London. I happened to attend at one of the class-rooms in Exeter Hall, accompanied by Mrs. Plunkett, when a class of 500 got their first lesson. We were in a gallery which overlooked this large class seated below, and on witnessing the first lesson, we became interested in it, and attended pretty regularly every subsequent lesson to the twelfth, which was the last of the series. This class was a very curious one. It consisted, as I said before, of 500 persons, and by far the greater proportion consisted of old bald-headed men. I never saw so many bald-headed men together before. We were informed that they were old fathers and grandfathers, who were learning themselves in order to teach their children and grandchildren. The progress they made in the twelve lessons was truly surprising. They were able to read from the music any air that was put before them in score; and at the last lesson their harmony was excellent. Though very discordant at the beginning they gradually improved, and before the twelve lessons were ended they sent forth a fine volume of sound, which would have made a good chorus at either an oratorio or a musical festival.

Mr. Chizlett, Mr. Colley, and others teach the same system here, and it would be very desirable to see it practised more generally at our public and private schools.

ASSOCIATIONS: John Hullah (English musician and singing teacher); Charles Chizlett (singing master); Edwin Colley (singing master)

After a certain number of lessons the pupils would be able to read music in score, and take part in the choir of their respective houses of worship, and also join in duets, glees, quartettes, or choruses, in either sacred or profane music. I do not mean to say that for solo and drawing-room music they would not require other instruction; for it would of course be quite necessary for any one who is ambitious of excelling.

I need hardly observe that the human voice is the most natural, and the finest instrument that can be made use of. Indeed, the music of the human voice, when good, is universally acknowledged to be superior in its effects to that of any instrument. The tone is not only more natural, and therefore more gratifying in itself; but by the union of sense with sound, by means of words, the mind is entertained, while the ear is delighted. Singing is an acquirement which gives more general pleasure than any other accomplishment, since it affords gratification even to those who are ignorant of the art, and does not, like instrumental music, require a practical audience in order to be appreciated - nor like painting, a particular education in order to perceive its beauties. Music, I must repeat, and vocal music especially, forms a valuable addition to domestic enjoyments; and, as a female accomplishment, deserves cultivation, upon this ground - that women should possess as many rational resources as possible, both for their own happiness, and that of these who look to them for solace and amusement.

The learning of an instrument is certainly more difficult and more troublesome, in the beginning, than singing. The piano, the violin, violoncello, flute, or any orchestral instrument, requires a certain amount of industry and perseverance to overcome the first difficulty; but there is no young person so devoid of musical genius as not to be able to overcome that difficulty by ordinary attention and practice, and that in, comparatively, a short time. However, it is of great consequence that the first instructor should be competent to the task - one who will begin at the alphabet of music, and bring on the pupil only by proper and gradual steps.

I know there is a great, and perhaps it is a natural, desire on the part of some parents to hear their children play familiar tunes for them, very soon, and who think if the children do not play them, that they are not advancing at all. However, I will take on myself to assure those parents that it is much better to defer learning those familiar tunes until they learn the rudiments of music well, and until they can play the scales, which they must practice at, over and over again, to acquire a certain facility and command over the instrument (whatever it maybe). If they neglect this, and begin at the familiar tunes too soon, they will never make much advance. The old adage will be realised, "The more haste, the worse speed."

The cultivation of a taste for music, accompanied with a moderate degree of skill in the management of either the voice or of an instrument, may be considered, then, as within the reach of all whom nature has endowed with the requisite susceptibility. I am unwilling in these preliminary and cursory remarks to touch on the various kinds and degrees of cultivation in forming a correct taste for music; because, if the learning and teaching of music in any shape be generally practised, I have little doubt that the public taste will gradually improve, and that the best models will be appreciated, - I mean those models which are calculated to purify and exalt the public taste.

In music, as well as in architecture, there are certain forms of beauty and style which have an existence at all times and in all ages, independently of the caprices and fluctuations of fashion, and those are to be looked for alone in the efforts of highly-cultivated genius, which have commanded the admiration of the world and rendered the names of their authors immortal! With all our modern improvement?, Handel, Haydn, Sebastian, Bach, Mozart, and Beethoven can never be lost sight of. They are the great landmarks of the art. Variety and brilliancy of effect may have been, and no doubt have been superadded by more modern composers - Weber, Rossini, Bellini, Donizetti, Meyerbeer and others have tracked out unknown and unfrequented paths of modulation; Mendelssohn, Spohr, Chopin, and others, may have untwisted hidden chains and combinations of harmony; and the invention of new instruments, and the vast improvements made in the old, may have added largely to the capabilities of the orchestra; but the masterpieces of art, to which the eminent composers first mentioned have given birth, will find their way to the imagination and the heart, from generation to generation, and must always form the groundwork of every good system of musical instruction.

I am not one of those who condemn altogether the taste for Dance Music, (polkas, waltzes, quadrilles, mazurkas, and the old country dances and light music of that kind,) on the contrary, I know that such music contributes much, at the proper time and season, to social and domestic enjoyment; neither do I consider it inconsistent with the purest and loftiest taste, such as I have just alluded to, to indulge in them occasionally; but I would make this remark, any one who learns music on correct principles, and who aims at being able to read and execute the higher order of music, will be able to read and to play dance music without any trouble at all. But if they begin with dance music, they will acquire a vicious taste, and will not be likely to accomplish anything higher or better. Let me also make this further observation that no persons who cannot read music as they would a book, have any pretensions to be considered musicians, nor can they have themselves half the pleasure which music confers on its votaries, who can read what is put before them. It may be conceived how much greater pleasure will be felt by one who can join his voice with others in a duet or glee, or who can take part in a trio or quartette.

I know there are a great many gentlemen and ladies, too, who enjoy their rubber of whist vastly; that is, a kind of gambling quartette; and it affords to those ladies and gentlemen a great deal of pleasure, but it is nothing in comparison to the real enjoyment and delight felt by those who can join in a glee, or an instrumental quartette. (I can speak from experience only of the latter.)

There is one class of persons in this country to whom a knowledge of music, so as to be able to sing; and play some instrument, would be particularly valuable; I mean those whose occupations in the bush remove them from society, and throw them on their own resources. Now amongst all persons who can play, it is almost a proverb, "That one can never feel alone who has his musical instrument to, play on;" and I venture to say, those persons in the bush, to whom I have alluded, would find music a much more agreeable, and certainly a much safer companion, than either the eternal cigar, or the brandy and water. Even the common shepherds would never feel very lonely if they could, like Tityrus, in the Eclogues of Virgil, play upon a "slender pipe" (or any other instrument) "beneath the shade of a spreading gum tree."

I am happy to say the Philharmonic Society of this city is in a flourishing state. The large attendances at our concerts are a good proof of its popularity. The want of a Music Hall is our greatest obstacle. I am also glad to find that similar societies exist in other parts of the colony. Maitland has its Philharmonic Society; and I have read, with great pleasure, an excellent leading article last week, in the Bathurst newspaper, announcing the establishment of a Philharmonic Society there. These movements give high hope that this colony will soon be deserving of being called a musical community. We have all the materials among us to study it as a science, and to advance it as an art; there are some professors and artistes, both male and female, now settled among us, who would be considered eminent in their profession in any part of the world. On what vantage ground do we stand in comparison with the ancients?

Dr. Burney in his history of music, in remarking on the disadvantages under which the ancients laboured, says:

The Egyptian flute was only a cow's horn with three or four holes in it, and their harp or lyre had only three strings; the Grecian lyre had only seven strings, and was very small, being held in one hand; the Jewish trumpets that made the walls of Jericho fall down, were only rams' horns; their flute was the same as the Egyptians; they had no other instrumental music but by percussion, of which the greatest boast made was the psaltery, a small triangular harp or lyre with wire strings, and struck with an iron needle or stick; their Sacbut was something like a bagpipe, the timbrel was a tambourine, and the dulcimer was a horizontal harp, with wire strings, and struck with a stick like the psaltery. They had no written music; had scarcely a vowel in their language; and yet (according to Josephus) had two hundred thousand musicians playing at the dedication of the temple of Solomon. Mozart would have died in such a concert in the greatest agonies.

We have here in Sydney every kind of instrument that is worth playing on; we have them with all the modern improvements; we have instructors of all grades - some of whom, however, I must say, I have no great respect for, as I have never admired, quack doctors, or quack teachers of any kind, neither can I sympathise much with quack musicians, because they do more harm than good; for young persons who are taught by these quack musicians, have (when they get into the hands of a teacher competent to instruct on right principles) to unlearn bad methods, improper fingering, and other vicious habits, before they can make any progress in what is worthy to be called music. I have to apologise for detaining you so long by making these preliminary remarks, but as in Ireland we often hear of persons going the round, by way of a short cut, I hope this Irish way of getting at the principal subject of my lecture may be excused. I will now proceed to Auld Ireland, and ask you to accompany me for the rest of the evening.

The lecturer then proceeded to "The Ancient Music of Ireland," with illustrations, given by himself on the violin, and by several amateurs, whose singing was excellent, and whose voices harmonised well together.

"SYDNEY PHILHARMONIC SOCIETY", The Sydney Morning Herald (14 April 1859), 5

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The annual meeting of this society, whose periodical concerts in the Exchange Hall form such an agreeable and fashionable entertainment, was held on Tuesday evening, the 12th instant, at Mr. Aldis' house, in George-street. The Hon. J. H. Plunkett, the President of the Society, took the chair at eight o'clock. The report of the committee on the proceedings of the past year was read by the secretary, Mr. H. R. Webb . . . The usual formal business of electing officers for the ensuing year then took place. The Hon. J. H. Plunkett was elected President with much demonstration of enthusiasm. The Honorable F. L. S. Merewether was elected vice president with scarcely less acceptance. Mr. Aldis, to whom the society has been much indebted for many years for active personal exertions . . . was elected honorary treasurer by acclamation. A committee of ten members was elected by ballot, and votes of thanks having been passed to those amateurs and professional musicians (including, especially among the latter, Madame Rawack and Madame Sara Flower), who had exerted themselves for the benefit of the society, at the concerts, the meeting, which was well attended, broke up about half-past ten o'clock.

ASSOCIATIONS: Henry Webb (secretary); Francis Merewether (vice-president); William Henry Aldis (treasurer); Amalia Rawack (pianist); Sara Flower (vocalist)

[Advertisement], Empire (18 July 1859), 8

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SYDNEY UNIVERSITY MUSICAL FESTIVAL.
On TUESDAY, July 19th, and THREE FOLLOWING DAYS, a series of
GRAND MUSICAL PERFORMANCES Will be held, to celebrate the opening of the
HALL of the Sydney University in which the performances will take place.
The following gentlemen form the General Committee of direction: -
Sir Charles Nicholson, Bart, D.C.L., Provost; The Hon. Francis L. S. Merewether, B.A., Vice-Provost;
His Grace Archbishop Polding, Fellow of the Senate; The Hon. E. Deas Thomson, C.B., ditto;
The Hon. H. G. Douglass, ditto; The Hon. J. H. Plunkett, B.A., ditto . . .
CONDUCTOR - Mr. L. H. LAVENU . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Lewis Henry Lavenu (conductor)

"THE DRAMATIC RECESS", Empire (4 August 1861), 8

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We have received numerous letters since the recess, inquiring what the Macquarie-street mountebanks are about - how they are managing to kill time and keep themselves in practice, now that Sir William has shut them out . . . Plunkett hasn't made up his mind what to do or where to go. He longs to have a peep at old Ireland, taking Rome in his way, but considers that his mission isn't ended while Cowper is in. He consoles himself with dreary tunes on the violin - the favourite one being "The Light of Days," which he believes to apply to himself . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: William Dennison (governor); Charles Cowper (premier)

MUSIC: The light of other days (Balfe)

"ANCIENT IRISH MUSIC", Empire (11 March 1861), 4

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A lecture on this very interesting subject will be delivered by J. H. Plunkett, Esq., in St. Patrick's Hall, tonight, assisted by Mrs. Bridson, Mrs. Cordner, Miss Ryan, Mr. Cordner, and an efficient chorus. It may be remembered that Mr. Plunkett delivered a lecture on the same subject some time ago, at the Lyceum, and the reception it met with was so enthusiastic, that it was a matter of regret that he did not repeat it at that time. Mr. Plunkett is an accomplished musician, and thoroughly acquainted with the subject on which he has undertaken to lecture. Our readers are probably aware that the ancient Irish airs are the most beautiful in existence; and when delivered by a singer who thoroughly enters into their spirit, the effect is indescribably affecting. It is to those beautiful airs that Moore has wedded his immortal verse, and although his voice was not powerful, he is described to have sung them with such exquisite taste and pathos that the effect was magical on those who had the good fortune to hear him. He has well described the character of the Irish music in the address to his harp on the melodies : -
"The soft lay of love and the light tone of gladdness
Have wakened thy fondest, thy liveliest thrill;
But so oft hast thou echoed the deep sigh of sadness,
That, even in thy mirth, it will steal from thee still."
A few years ago, Madame Bosio, ono of the finest singers of the Italian stage, created such an extraordinary sensation by singing the "Last rose of summer," in an opera, in the most simple, unaffected, and yet touching style, that the house was literally besieged to hear that song alone, and it immediately became the rage in all the theatres and concert rooms in London. We trust our readers will not neglect this opportunity of hearing some of the finest national music in the world, and we refer them to our advertising columns for the full particulars of the concert.

"LECTURE ON ANCIENT IRISH MUSIC", Empire (12 March 1861), 5

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A LECTURE on ancient Irish music, with vocal and instrumental illustrations, was delivered by J. H. Plunkett, Esq., at St. Patrick's Hall, last night, assisted by Mrs. Bridson, Mrs. Cordner, Miss Ryan, MR. Cordner, and some of the gentlemen of St. Patrick's choir. Mr. T. Bridson presided at the piano. Mr. Plunkett, at the commencement of his lecture, explained that the reason of his appearing before them that night was on account of a promise he had made to Father Newman, to deliver a lecture for the benefit of the presbytery; but as that revered gentleman had left the parish, Archdeacon McEncroe had considered the promise as a legacy, and, a short time ago, had called upon him to redeem his promise, which he was then about to do.

This learned gentlemen then entered into a history of Irish music stating that it had been introduced by the Milesians, in their invasion of the country 500, or, according to some authorities, 700 years before the Christian era. He then described the estimation in which the bards were held by the ancient Irish kings, and of the different grades into which they were divided the chiefs of them occupying the places of ministers and persons of distinction about the Court. He then spoke of the reign of Ollamh Fodlah and of the assembly of all the estates of the realm, at the Hill of Tara, the nearest approach to representative Government of which we have any record in those early times. At that time there was a magnificent palace at Tara, in which apartments were especially set apart for the bards, and those who played the elbow music. Christianity entirely changed the character of the national music, the compositions of the old bards were committed to the flames and a new school founded, in which Saint Columbia and other ecclesiastics were conspicuous as composers. The Welsh acknowledged that they were indebted to the Irish for their national music, and the Italians derived their knowledge of the harp from Ireland. He then gave a history of the national music until the time of Carolan: after whose death the old airs were in danger of being lost altogether, until Mr. Bunting, in 1796, made a collection of them and published them. It was from the airs in Bunting's collection that Moore learned to appreciate the music of his country, and used to rouse the enthusiasm of his unfortunate friends by playing them to him. To Moore Ireland was chiefly indebted for the preservation of the music he had adorned with those beautiful melodies which would last as long as music and poetry would be heard and appreciated. So wide was the fame of the melodies that they had been translated into nearly every European language, and Dr. MacHale, the bishop of Tuam, had translated them into the tongue of his native country. Up to his time the national airs were disfigured by the most nonsensical words, the beautiful address to Wellington in the Irish melodies was formerly sung to words commencing with -
Paddy my honey, take care of your money,
For London, arragh, is the devil's own ship.
The great beauty in these national airs was their great simplicity, and Harrison had found fault with Stevenson for the manner in which he had composed the symphonies and accompaniments which were totally out of character with the style of the original airs. It was Moore's custom in singing the airs to harmonise them as he went on, and as he did not consider himself sufficiently skilled in the harmony to give them to the public as he performed them he placed them in the hands of professed musicians who succeeded admirably in spoiling them.

In the vocal part of the entertainment Mrs. Bridson sang the "Harp that once through Tara's Halls" with her accustomed ability, after which Mrs. Cordner sung "Rich and rare were the gems she wore" very charmingly. This was followed by "Erin, the tear and the smile in thine eyes," and "She is far from the land," harmonised for four and three voices respectively; but although very nicely sung, we could not help feeling that the harmonies were generally out of character with the original airs. "The last Rose of summer," probably the most popular of all Moore's melodies, was then sung by Mrs. Bridson. "Go where glory waits thee," by Mrs. Bridson and Miss Ryan. "The young may moon," as a quartet, by Mrs. Bridson and Miss Ryan, Mr. Cordner, and a gentleman. "I saw from the beach," by Mrs. Bridson and a tenor, in which the tenor part has as much to do with the air as the King of the Cannibal Islands would have, and the vocal part was brought to a termination by the "Meeting of the waters," by Mrs. Cordner, which if encores had been allowed certainly deserved one.

Mr. Plunkett also greatly delighted his audience by the performance of several airs on the violin - indeed the enthusiasm of one gentleman was raised to such a pitch that he could not restrain himself from calling down blessings on the head of the performer. Mr. Plunkett, at the commencement of the lecture, said that he could not allow of encores - an example we should like to see more generally followed at concerts. At the conclusion of the entertainment a vote of thanks to the lecturer was moved by Dr. Forrest and seconded by Dean Lynch, and of course carried by acclamation Mr. Plunkett then returned thanks, and Archdeacon McEnroe made a short address, after which the assembly broke up, highly delighted with the evening's amusement. The hall was densely crowded, and among the company we noticed Dr. Forrest, Dean Lynch, and numerous other priests, the Honorable the Speaker, Mr. Parks, M.P., Mr. Walsh, M.P., Mr. O'Brien &c.

"LECTURE ON ANCIENT IRISH MUSIC", Freeman's Journal (13 March 1861), 6

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St. Patrick's Hall on Monday night, on the occasion of the delivery of the lecture on Ancient Irish Music by Mr. Plunkett, was the scene of proceedings which, in several points of interest, were never surpassed in this city. Whether we regard the subject, the capacity of the lecturer to deal with it, the object for which the lecture was given, the numerous and brilliant assemblage, or the ardent feelings of delight and gratification which pervaded that assemblage during the entertainment (for that it was in its highest sense) the affair at St. Patrick's on Monday evening, was the most brilliant success of the kind which it has been our good fortune to have witnessed for some years. The large hall was crowded to inconvenience by our most respectable citizens; Protestants as well as Catholics being present in numbers. There was also a numerous attendance of the Catholic clergymen. It is impossible, owing to the crowded state of the hall to mention even a tithe of those deserving of notice. Amongst the clergy we observed- the Ven. Archdeacon McEncroe, who presided; the Very Rev. J. Forrest, D.D. , the Very Rev. Dean Lynch; the Rev. Father Sheridan; Rev. Father O'Shea; Rev. Father Ford; Rev. Father Scully; Rev. Father Walsh, and Rev. Father Cook; besides several others whom we could not distinguish. The Speaker of the Legislative Assembly; Mr. H. Parkes, M.L.A.; Mr. O'Brien, M.L.A.; Mr. Walsh, M.L.A.; Mr. Loughnan, &c. &c, were also amongst those present. The Ven. Archdeacon having made a few observations -

Mr. Plunkett came forward, and was received with the most marked enthusiasm. The learned gentleman made some introductory remarks relating to the occasion of his having promised to deliver a lecture on "Ancient Irish Music," in aid of the funds of St. Patrick's Presbytery. He then proceeded to treat on the nature of music, which, unlike the sister arts of sculpture, painting, or poetry, did not admit of the co-operation of the eye in its illustration. It was only through the chambers of the ear that an idea of music could be conveyed; and to do this with effect required skilful interpreters; but, above all varieties of music it was impossible, without illustration, to give an idea of Irish Music. The lecturer here entered into a beautiful and interesting description of Irish Music, dwelling into the subject with all that ardour which distinguishes the votaries of the Divine Art when treating on their favourite subject; particularly when that subject happens to be Irish Music, and the speaker an Irishman. Mr. Plunkett also glanced occasionally at the kindred art of poetry; and it became immediately evident that his heart was in his subject. The audience became correspondingly affected; and the remarks of the learned lecturer continued to be listened to with breathless attention.

A chronological record of the rise and progress of Irish Music was next given, with unscrupulous minuteness as to date and fact which showed the loving fondness with which the lecturer had dwelt upon and appropriated to his own mind each detail of these bardic annals. Starting many centuries before the Christian era in the time of the Milesians, he showed that the bards had high rank in the courts of Irish princes. The records were more explicit of the time of Odlam Foelah - the law giver, or, as he is sometimes called, the Solon of Ireland, whose court was held at Tara. The name was Timaur, but it has been anglicised to Tara - Timaur siguifies "The Palace of Music." The description read by the learned gentleman from the book of Ballimote of the ancient glories of Tara in the time of Foelah - of its magnificent palace, with its Hall of Legislature, where met the first representative institution the world ever saw - its banqueting halls, its compartments for princes, and nobles, and bards, and druids - its unbounded hospitality and unexhaustible stores - when the learned gentleman read this description of the regal splendours or Tara, the lines of Moore, "Let Erin remember the days of old," must have recurred to every one of her sons who were listening. The avocation of a bard in those days, his duties in the court of the prince or feudal chief; the nature also of the music of old before it had been softened and toned down by the influences of religion were next passed in review; and right well did Mr. Plunkett interpret the different phases of primitive song.

Descending from the strains of war, and lyrics of chieftains praise, the learned lecturer came to the second stage of Irish national music, arising with the advent of Christianity. But as some degree commemorative of the time to which he was alluding, he would now beg leave to call Mrs. Bridson, who would sing the beautiful words of Moore "The harp that once through Tara Halls." The ladies and gentlemen assisting Mr. Plunkett we should observe, were Mr. and Mrs. Bridson, Mr. and Mrs. Cordner, Miss Ryan, and two gentleman amateurs. And as we do not propose giving any thing like a full or consecutive notice of the remarks of Mr. Plunkett, we may as well notice at once the several performances (which however, were introduced at appropriate intervals during the discourse.) Having heard Mrs. Bridson but a few evenings before at the Concert of the Harmonic Society, in the "Last Judgment," when she certainly was superb, we must confess to disappointment at the manner in which she sang Tara's Halls. She certainly sang with a spirit and freshness that only the lark could rival; but after all, warbling is not the music of the human voice. There is music in the carol of birds, in the roaring sea, in the sighing winds, in swinging bells, and the bray of trumpets; but the music of the human voice is superior to all, when duly cultivated in accordance with its natural intonations. We fancied a want of expression in Mrs. Bridson's rendering of this song; and also that she did not think such a ditty worthy of her best efforts. But it was impossible to retain this feeling as the lady arose to give song after song with a heart and a will evidently desirous to please, and we believe the true cause of her singing not having been effective was the unsuitability of the hall for her expanding and flexible voice. The Last Rose of Summer Mrs. Bridson gave with a good deal of feeling and elegance.

"Rich and Rare were the Gems She Wore" was rendered by Mrs. Cordner in a manner that called forth deserved plaudits at the termination of each verse. And here we beg to remark we have never observed an audience bestow tokens of approval with more discrimination. We had not listened many minutes to Mrs. Cordner when we concluded that she was an Irishwoman, or had been to Ireland, or at least had been learned to sing by an Irishwoman. With a rich contralto voice, the lower tones of exquisite melody, Mrs. Cordner sang this song precisely as it is sung in Ireland. Her delivery of the words "they love honour and virtue more!" was a study, and the last verse was as spirited and as musical annunciation as we have heard for many a day. "The Meeting of the Waters," in which she was equally felicitous, was the only other solo from this lady. "Erin the Tear and the Smile in Thy Eye," harmonised for four voices, and "She is Far from the Land" for three voices, "Go where Glory waits Thee" a duet. "The Young May Moon," a quartett were produced with very good effect. "I saw from the Beach," a duet, by Mrs. Bridson and Mr. Cordner, as tenor, was one of the treats of the evening; Mrs. Bridson's thrilling notes having been relieved in a great degree by the accompaniment.

We regret that want of space prevents us for the present from reverting to Mr. Plunkett's further remarks; as there were some points to which we desired to call attention, particularly where he animadverted upon the practice amongst Irishmen of encouraging Irish buffoonery on the stage, and the singing of low Irish slang songs of the Larry O'Gaff style amongst themselves. At the conclusion a vote of thanks to the lecturer was moved by Dr. Forrest and seconded by Dean Lynch, and carried by acclamation. Mr. Plunkett returned thanks, after which the assembly broke up.

"MUSIC AND DRAMA", Sydney Mail (16 March 1861), 1

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Oh Monday evening last, Mr. J. H. Plunkett, Q.C., delivered a very interesting lecture on the "Ancient Music of Ireland," in St. Patrick's Hall, before a large and highly respectable auditory. The Venerable Archdeacon McEncroe presided on the occasion. The lecturer traced the origin of the bards, the first originators of music in Ireland, to the time when the first Milesian bands took possession of the island, they being accompanied with their bard. This had been variously dated back so far as 200 and 300 years B.C. He then described the duties of the bards, and drew from old records vivid pictures of the esteem in which these sons of song were held, and of the munificence with which they were treated. Tara was the great seat of learning and of bardic influence, whilst its magnificence and the great hospitality there kept up had been unparalleled in later times. When Druidism was succeeded by Christianity, the rude and warlike lays of the bards were changed to more ennobling, though softer subjects and many of the higher ecclesiastics were not only patrons of the art, but were themselves poets and musicians. St. Colombo was a great patron of the bards, and on one occasion saved the race from extinction. Tracing them down to Carolan, the last of the Irish bards, the lecturer dwelt upon the beauty of some of the more ancient pieces of music, as handed down from generation to generation of the bardic race, illustrating on the violin some of the rarer morsels. Moore - whose Irish melodies, so beautiful in themselves, were yet the more endeared to Irishmen from the fact that they were all written to ancient Irish music, collected by the poet - might be said to have been one of the preservers of the remnants of Irish minstrelsy, making popular what some two or three writers who had gone before him had, however, to some extent, managed to secure. From Moore, then, as the national poet of Ireland, the principal illustrations of the lecture were drawn, they being, with only three exceptions, set as duetts, trios, or quartettes, and most exquisitely rendered by Mrs. Bridson, Mrs. Cordner, and a young lady and two gentlemen amateurs. The songs were all loudly applauded, and at the conclusion the thanks of the meeting were given by acclamation to Mr. Plunkett. The proceeds of the lecture are to be applied to the completion of St. Patrick's Presbytery.

"PUBLIC AMUSEMENTS", Empire (21 March 1861), 2

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. . . A most interesting lecture on Ancient Irish Music, was delivered in St. Patricks Hall, by J. H. Plunkett, Esq.; illustrated by selections of some of the most beautiful of Moore's melodies. The musical portion of the entertainment was very effectually rendered by Mrs. Bridson, Mrs. Cordner, and Miss Ryan. Mr. Plunkett himself, played several solos on the violin . . .

ASSOCIATIONS (performers): Sarah and Thomas Bridson (vocalist, pianist); Ellen and William Cordner (vocalists); Miss Ryan (vocalist)

ASSOCIATIONS (attendees): John Forrest (priest, chairman); John McEncroe (priest); John Thomas Lynch (priest); Henry Parkes (parliamentarian)

ASSOCIATIONS (mentioned in lecture): Edward Bunting (collector, editor); Thomas Moore (colelctor, editor); John Stevenson (arranger)

"LECTURE ON IRISH MUSIC", Goulburn Herald (28 September 1861), 2

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On Thursday evening the Hon. J. H. Plunkett, Esq., Q. C., delivered a lecture on Irish Music, in the Catholic school-room, Clifford-street. The attendance was numerous. On the motion of the Rev. Mr. McAlroy, the chair was taken by the Rev. Dr. Forest, rector of St. John's College, who briefly introduced the lecturer. Mr. Plunkett commenced by saying that he was no stranger to the people of Goulburn, having been often in the town before, and having once had the honor of representing it in parliament. He should therefore be glad to do anything either to promote its prosperity, or to afford amusement to its inhabitants. He feared that the lecture might not be so interesting as could be wished, owing to the absence of any assistance, which would confine his illustrations to his own performances on the violin.

The lecturer then proceeded to point out the importance of directing our youth to the study of music. The more the native music of Ireland was kept before them, the more would its beauties be appreciated, and the more would their tastes become refined. The ancient music of their country was the most noble relic of the past; and it was to be regretted that it was not more noticed and more appreciated. Referring to Moore's Melodies the lecturer said they had been translated into most languages, even into Russian and Polish, and he was glad to add that Dr. McHale has rendered them into the native Irish tongue. The lecturer proceeded to describe the efforts of Mr. Edward Bunting to rescue the ancient Irish airs from utter forgetfulness. When, on the death of Carolan the last of the bards, the old airs of the country were fading from rememberance, and it was a source of lamentation to the old harpers and others that "the dear old tunes" would die with them, Mr. Bunting went among the peasantry and took down the airs which had been preserved among them, his first collection of which he published in 1796. It was entirely owing to this book that Moore became acquainted with the native music of his country.

There were, however, a great many airs that had never reached Moore, which were quite as beautiful as any of those to which he had adapted his own verses. Perhaps the earliest known air was the Coolun, which dated back as early as the reign of Henry VIII [sic], and was thus nearly six hundred years old. It was strange that the beautiful music of this air should have been transmitted from father to son without notes during so long a period. Probably the next in point of antiquity was the air to which the well known words commencing "Rich and rare were the gems she wore" had been adapted, and it was remarkable that this was the first air ever noted in score in England. It was given by Dr. Burney under the name of "Summer is coming" but it was clearly proved that it was an Irish air. The next was that to which Moore had adapted the words "O blame not the Bard." The lecturer proceeded to refer them to The Pretty Girl milking her Cow, "Drimindhu, or why did you die," and Erin go Bragh. Although the latter had been attributed to the Scottish poet Campbell from the fact of his having written the Exile of Erin to the air, yet it was really the composition of Mr. George Nugent Reynolds. He had nearly forgotten to refer to Aileen Aroon, which was of very ancient origin, dating so far back it was said, as the reign of Henry II, and the beauty of which was such, that the great composer Handel considered it superior to any of his own magnificent compositions.

Many of the old Irish airs had been associated with the worst of words, as instance in the case of Paddy Whack. To this air Moore had adapted these beautiful stanzas in praise of Wellington commencing "While history's muse", which he could not do better than read. Then there was the song which Moore of all others himself sung with the greatest effect, "When first I met thee warm and young," and which was addressed to George IV when he deserted his old friends, and particularly the Irish, by whom he had been well supported. Byron said that this was the most successful song Moore ever wrote.

The lecturer proceeded to give some details of Carolan the last of the bards, and made a passing reference to the music of Mr. Jackson. In the course of his lecture Mr. Plunkett played the following airs on his violin: -

The Coolun, O blame not the Bard, the Pretty Girl milking her Cow, Drimindhu, Erin go Bragh, Aileen Aroon, Paddy O'Rafferty, Carolan's Receipt for Drinking Whisky, Gramachree is a cup of good Drink, One Bottle More, Money in both Pockets, and the Nurse's, Mason's, Carpenter's, Jolly Ploughman's, and Spinner's songs, ending with God Save the Queen and Patrick's Day.

Mr. W. Trenery then moved and Mr. John Passmore seconded a vote of thanks to the lecturer, which was unanimously carried and appropriately acknowledged. - The Rev. W. Lanigan then moved a vote of thanks to the chairman, expressing a hope that they might on some future occasion have the pleasure of listening to a lecture from him. - Mr. Plunkett seconded the motion which was unanimously carried. - In acknowledging the vote, the Rev. Dr. Forest promised that on the occasion of his next visit to Goulburn he would deliver a lecture.

"LECTURE ON IRISH MUSIC (From a Goulburn Correspondent)", Freeman's Journal (2 October 1861), 4

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The lecture by Mr. Plunkett on "Irish Music," which was so deservedly attractive when given in Sydney, was delivered on Thursday evening, the 26th ult., in the schoolroom, Clifton-street. The room was literally crammed with one of the most respectable audiences I have ever seen in Goulburn; and the chair was occupied by Dr. Forrest, who is spending part of the vacation among us, supported by Father McAlroy and Father Lanigan. The effect produced by the lecture on the Goulburn folks fully accounts for the enthusiasm with which it was received in Sydney; and great numbers of persons have expressed a wish to hear it again, so delighted has every one been with it. At the conclusion of the lecture, votes of thanks were passed to Mr. Plunkett and Dr. Forrest; and the audience broke up quite charmed with an entertainment whose only fault consisted in its being too short.

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (20 March 1862), 1

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IF THE GENTLEMAN who, on the 9th or 10th of February last, wrote to Mr. J. H. PLUNKETT on musical topics, and signed his name so indistinctly that it cannot be deciphered, will kindly call at the Sydney General Post Office, he will find a letter for him addressed "H. B., Sydney." Melbourne, 13th March.

"SYDNEY PHILHARMONIC SOCIETY", Empire (25 July 1862), 8

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THE annual meeting of the above Society took place last evening at St. James's School, Castlereagh-street. In consequence of the inability to attend of the Hon. J. H. Plunkett, president of the society, the chair was taken by F. L. S. Merewether, Esq., M.L.C. C. B. EBSWORTH, Esq., acting for the secretary, who was indisposed, read the following REPORT -

"In presenting their annual report, your committee would briefly trace the progress of the society since its establishment in the month of February, 1854. At that time a few gentlemen, believing that there were a sufficient number of amateur musicians in the colony to support a society having for its object their mutual improvement and gratification in the performance of the most approved vocal and instrumental music, established this society. Although at first their number was small, yet there were among them some zealous workers who sustained the operations of the society amid many difficulties and discouragements, and some of whom now remain to witness the expanded growth of the association they formed. Among these deserve to be mentioned the names of J. H. Plunkett, Esq., who has ever since maintained the office of president, and Messrs. Mountcastle and Aldis who have from the first exerted themselves in the most unwearied manner in the promotion of its objects . . .

"MUSIC AND DRAMA", The Sydney Morning Herald (21 September 1863), 8

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he Philharmonic Society has for some time past exhibited that want of vigour which characterised it for so many years. It is the parent musical society of Australia, and many of those members to whose activity is chiefly owing the fact of its existence at the present time, have made another effort to place the affairs of the society in a more satisfactory condition. At the annual meeting held on the 31st ultimo, it was determined to give greater attention to vocal music, and limit the instrumentation to concerted pieces for six or seven instruments. It is also intended to make the concerts more exclusively of an amateur character, and thus diffuse a practical knowledge among the members of the music of the best masters. Mr. Plunkett, M.L.C. , was elected president, and Mr. Aldis vice president. The arrangements thus made it is confidently anticipated will prove successful.

"THE TWOFOLD BAY WALTZES", The Sydney Morning Herald (29 November 1864), 4

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A set of waltzes, bearing the above title, have been published by Anderson, of George-street. They are the composition of Miss Georgina Keon, a young lady possessing considerable musical talent. The waltzes are not pretentious, though very pretty, and are rich in harmony, the result of a plentiful use of full chords in the bass, with octaves for the da capo or repeat. The keys alternate between B flat, A flat, C natural, and F. This composition is dedicated to the Hon. J. H. Plunkett and Mrs. Plunkett, both of whom are known to take more than ordinary interest in the progress of music in this colony. The waltzes are beautifully printed, and the title-page contains a view of Twofold Bay taken from Boyd Town. A better view, however, might have been obtained from the Eden side of the Bay, and the beautiful peak of Mount Imley thus introduced.

"COMPLEMENTARY CONCERT TO MR. AND MRS. HEINE", Empire (5 September 1865), 5

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[News], The Brisbane Courier (23 October 1865), 2

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We understand that the hon. John Hubert Plunkett, of Sydney, has presented to Mr. Joseph Heine a magnificent violin, nearly 250 years old, having been made in the year 1616, by Galpard Duippo [sic], an Italian. On the sides is a Latin inscription: "When I was alive I was silent; now I am dead I speak." The back of the violin is beautifully inlaid with choice woods, representing a township in Italy; and a carved head surmounts the scroll.

[News], The Brisbane Courier (24 October 1865), 2

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Mr. and Mrs. Heine's performance, we are glad to say, was very well patronised last night. There was a very large and fashionable audience, including Lady Bowen and others of our notabilities. In addition to the usual programme, to which we have had occasion several times to refer, there were some glees very ably sung by gentlemen amateurs, and Mr. Heine played several popular airs on the violin presented to him by the Attorney-General of New South Wales (the hon. J. H. Plunkett) . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Joseph Heine (violinist); the violin "maker" named is probably rightly Gasparo Duiffopruggar (Italianised form of Tieffenbrucker) active in the mid-1500s as a viol maker. Most instruments bearing his "label" mid and late 19th-century Parisian reproductions.

"Irish Music", Illawarra Mercury [Wollongong, NSW] (9 October 1866), 2

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The hall of the School of Arts was well filled last evening on the occasion of a lecture on the above subject by the honorable J. H. Plunkett. After stating that he appeared before those present, to redeem a promise made several years ago, Mr. Plunkett proceeded to give a brief outline of the history of Irish Music and gave illustrations of the various descriptions of Irish Airs on the violin, which were highly appreciated by the audience. Perhaps the lovers of harmony have seldom had a more delicious treat than that afforded by the lecturer. In the course of the evening two ladies played several airs and sang several Irish songs with much taste and sweetness. It is needless to say that a warm vote of thanks was accorded both to Mr. Plunkett and the young ladies for their kindness in affording those present so great a treat.

"ST. MARY'S CHORAL SOCIETY", Freeman's Journal (5 October 1867), 7

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This well known Catholic musical society which has been the means of providing the highest Classical music for the Cathedral services, and furnishing members for the other Catholic Churches in Sydney, has had a new set of rules framed for its good government and for the other purposes contemplated by its founders, of which we entirely approve. One of the rules very properly provides that his Grace the Archbishop shall be the Patron. Another, which states that a Committee, and other officers shall be appointed, was carried into effect on the evening of Wednesday, the 18th instant, when the following gentlemen were elected to the offices set against their respective names, viz : - President, the Hon. J. H Plunkett, M.L.C.; Managing Vice-President, Gerard Phillips, Esq.; Vice President, James Mullins, Esq.; Secretary, Mr. P- Callachor; Treasurer, Mr. J. Magney; Librarian, Mr. Edward Darvall. Committee : - The Rev. M. J. Dwyer, Messrs. John Donelan, J. F. Henessy, Henry Joseph, E. Fitzgerald, W. Lardner, J. Keane, and J. McCormack. The newly elected members immediately held a meeting, when Mr. W. J. Cordner was re-elected to the position of Musical Conductor without a dissentient voice; indeed, so much is Mr. Cordner respected by the members, that a complimentary concert has been tendered to him by the Committee, the particulars of which will be shortly announced . . .

[Editorial], The Sydney Morning Herald (15 May 1869), 6

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THE mortal part of one of our oldest and most beloved fellow-colonists will be committed to the dust to-day. Mr. PLUNKETT, as our readers are aware, was in Melbourne at the time of his death. Domestic reasons, much against his predilections, forced him to be commonly resident in that country. His sense of duty, however, bound him to this, as well as the habit of a long public life. Here was the scene of his former labours. Here were the associates of his official career . . . n his address Mr. PLUNKETT was remarkable for simplicity and candour. Notwithstanding a severe domestic calamity, he was commonly cheerful. He delighted in music, and was able to contribute to the harmony of sweet sounds. In social intercourse his manner was courteous and pleasant, and his friendships cordial and lasting . . .

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (2 March 1871), 1

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MRS. JOHN HUBERT PLUNKETT is compelled by painful necessity to try to support herself, and is most anxious to receive PUPILS in Music and French. Mrs. J. H. Plunkett is well known to the people of Sydney from her youth, and now earnestly solicits their patronage in her unfortunate circumstances. Address 3, Lady Young-terrace, Bridge-street.

[Advertisement], Freeman's Journal (6 January 1872), 1

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[As above]

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (22 January 1877), 2

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MUSIC, FRENCH LESSONS given by Mrs. JOHN HUBERT PLUNKETT, at pupils' residences. Preparatory Lessons given in Italian. Address Mr. SANDON, Bookseller, George-street.

ASSOCIATIONS: Charles Sandon (bookseller)

"DEATH OF MRS. PLUNKETT", Freeman's Journal (17 August 1895), 15

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Bibliography and resources:

T. L. Suttor, "Plunkett, John Hubert (1802-1869)", Australian dictionary of biography 2 (1967)

http://adb.anu.edu.au/biography/plunkett-john-hubert-2556

John Molony, An architect of freedom: John Hubert Plunkett in New South Wales, 1832-1869 (Canberra: Australian National University Press, 1973)

http://hdl.handle.net/1885/115070 




POHL, Emil (Emil POHL; Mr. POHL)

Amateur pianist, vocalist

Born Mayence, Germany, c. 1830/31
Arrived Melbourne, VIC, 4 November 1852 (per Marlborough, from London)
Active Melbourne, VIC, until 1862

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Emil+Pohl (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-P-2.php#POHL-Emil (shareable link to this entry)


Summary:

Emil Pohl, a native of Mayence, Germany, born c. 1830/31, arrived in Melbourne from London on the Marlborough on 4 November 1852 (aged "22"), He was naturalised on 7 February 1856. An agent and broker, Pohl was a leading figure in the German community in Ballarat in the later 1850s, and was last heard of in Melbourne as an insolvent in 1862.

At the time of the 1881 England census he was living with his wife and daughter in Clapham.


Documentation:

"CONCERT AT THE VICTORIA HOTEL MUSIC-ROOM", Mount Alexander Mail [Castlemaine, VIC] (29 July 1854), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article202632037 

On Monday evening last a most interesting concert was given in the Music-room of this establishment. The room was splendidly illuminated, and tastefully fitted up for the occasion, the passages being furnished with powerful reflectors, and the curtains skilfully arranged to produce effect. A large and respectable company assembled at an early hour, including a considerable proportion of ladies, government officers, and many of the principal inhabitants of the township. Miss Davis elicited great applause in the song, "I'm a merry Zingara;" the duet, "Mira a Norma," in which she was associated with Mrs. Gill reflected great credit on the musical taste and talent of both those ladies; Mr. Percy's songs received the approbation of the audience, and Mr. Gill, favored the company with "The Pilot," in which song he acquitted himself with his accustomed ability. Mr. Novello's comic songs met with an enthusiastic encore, but on future occasions we would recommend a little more refinement in his selection considering that ladies are present. We only however, allude to one of his songs. Mr. Thatcher taxed the risibility of his audience to its highest pitch of endurance in his "Green New Chum," in which he inadvertently pointed to the youngest commissioner present; the song "Where's your License?" illustrative of the various "dodges" practised on the "traps," and' his "Paris Exhibition," to which he purposes to send a "civil post-office clerk," a "trap" who has been sober on duty for two consecutive days, and a "Diggings Homily on Teetotalism," all of which elicited roars of laughter. Mrs. Gill and Mr. Pohl alternately presided at the piano-forte, which is one of Broadwood's best construction. The greatest satisfaction was expressed at the decorum and respectability which characterised the meeting, of which the name of the proprietor of the Victoria is a sufficient guarantee. The concert was a miniature fac simile of some of our best conducted English concerts. "God save the Queen" concluded the musical entertainments of the evening.

ASSOCIATIONS: Mrs. Gill (piano); Charles Thatcher (vocalist, flute)

"TARRANGOWER . . . German Concert", Mount Alexander Mail (23 October 1857), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article197084195 

The concert for the benefit of Professor Neuermeyer's magnetic observatory went off with great eclat on Wednesday evening. The stars of the evening were Herren Siede and Iverson, the former on the flute and the latter on the violin. Herr Julius Siede has been too long known as a first class performer to need any praise. Suffice it to say that on Tarrangower he proved that his reputation was well deserved. Herr Iverson, though an amateur, performed solos on the violin in a manner to be equalled, but not excelled, only by Miska Hauser, with whom he was a fellow pupil. Indeed many persons preferred his playing to that of his more celebrated confrere. Several English songs were excellently sung by Herr Emil Pohl, who arrived here from Ballarat expressly for the purpose of assisting (as an amateur) in this entertainment. Several first-rate songs were sung by Dr. Kupferbarg, among them the Marsellaise, which was sung in a most spirited style. The full choruses were excellent. The entertainment, by far the most perfect we have yet had, terminated with "Rule Britannia," in full chorus. The room was then cleared for dancing, which continued till past 5 next morning, when the company separated, well pleased with the bill of fare presented to them.

ASSOCIATIONS: Julius Siede (flute); Louis Iverson (violin); Miska Hauser (violin); Florian Kupferberg (amateur vocalist)

[Advertisement], The Argus (17 January 1861), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5696737 

WANTED, to SELL, a first-class Erard cottage PIANO. Apply to Emil Pohl, 50 Collins-street west.




POHLMAN, Edward (Edward POHLMAN)

Pianoforte tuner, repairer, and regulator

Active Melbourne, VIC, 1852

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-P-2.php#POHLMAN-Edward (shareable link to this entry)


Documentation:

[Advertisement], The Argus (22 November 1852), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4788240 

PIANOFORTES. Tuned, repaired, and regulated by
MR. EDWARD POHLMAN, from Allison and Allison's patent pianoforte manufactory, London.
Orders left at the shop of Mr. Clark, No, 67, Collins-street, west, will be punctually attended to.

ASSOCIATIONS: William Clarke (musicseller)




POINGDESTRE, Mary Eleanor (Mary Eleanor AGNEW; Mrs. Lyndon Philip POINGDESTRE; Mrs. POINGDESTRE)

Harpist, teacher of the harp

Born Saint Barthélemy, Channel Islands, 22 July 1810; daughter of James AGNEW (1783-1847) and Mary Eleanor BOWES (d. 1839)
Married Lyndon Philip POINGDESTRE (d. Yass, NSW, 1861), St. Helier, Jersey, 1 July 1834
Arrived Melbourne, VIC, 20 July 1849 (per Hydaspes, from Liverpool, 31 March)
Died Bowen, QLD, 7 March 1880

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Mary+Eleanor+Agnew+Poingdestre+1810-1880 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-P-2.php#POINGDESTRE-Mary-Eleanor (shareable link to this entry)


Documentation:

Marriages solemnized in the parish of St. Helier, Island of Jersey, A.D. 1834; register, 1830-41, page 245; Jersey Heritage

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/61219/images/45219_1831109388_0459-00268 (PAYWALL)

No. 980 / Lyndon Philip Poingdestre, eldest son of John Poingdestre, Esq're, senior, Advocate of the Royal Court of this Island, and Mary Eleanor, only daughter of James Agnew, Esq're, late Major in His Majesty's 48th Regiment of Foot, were married on the first day of July [1834] . . .

"ARRIVED", The Argus (21 July 1849), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4766871

July 20. - Hydaspes, barque, 595 tons, Hugh Stewart, commander, from Liverpool, 31st March. Passengers - (cabin) Mrs. Taylor and 2 children, Mrs. Wilkie and 2 children, Mr. Poigndestre [sic], Mrs. Poigndestre and family . . .

[Advertisement], The Argus (1 January 1850), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4767649 

Education. MRS. POINGDESTRE undertakes the Education of a limited number of Young Ladies, and has vacancies for a few as Boarders or Day Pupils. Mrs. Poingdestre will give lessons at her house in different styles of Drawing as also lessons on the Harp. References kindly permitted to the Lord Bishop of Melbourne, and Messrs. H. G. Ashurst, and G. S. Brodie. Collingwood, next door to the Sheriff.

"THE HARP", The Argus (1 January 1850), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4767650 

We are assured upon good authority that Mrs. Poingdestre, of Collingwood, adds to the other accomplishments she teaches, a very considerable proficiency upon the harp. We trust that our fair young friends will thank us for the hint, and insist upon their stingy papas relenting so far as to allow them a few lessons on an instrument, which the dear creatures know to present great advantages in the exhibition of an elegant figure, as well as the usual graces of musical taste and execution.

"DIED", Goulburn Herald [NSW] (15 June 1861), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article105778421 

At the residence of his son-in-law, Charles Cutcliffe, B.A., clerk, Yass, P. POINGDESTRE, Esq., aged 51 years.

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (7 January 1862), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13068573 

MRS. POINGDESTRE, of Ormonde Lodge, Paddington, has vacancies for two young lady pupils - English, French, Italian, Music, Binging, and drawing, &c. Highest references.

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (12 July 1865), 6

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13115887 

PRIVATE TUITION. - Mrs. POINGDESTRE resumed her duties on the 10th instant. Has vacancies for boarders and day pupils. 1, Woodstock-terrace, Paddington.

"DEATHS", The Brisbane Courier (22 March 1880), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article902317 

POINGDESTRE. - On the 7th March, at the residence of her son-in-law (A. C. Macmillan, Lornsleigh, Bowen, Queensland), in the 69th year of her age, Mary Elinor, widow of the late Lyndon Philippe Poingdestre, of Monteprate, Jersey, only daughter of Major Agnew (for some time Colonial Secretary of Dominica) and cousin of Sir Andrew Agnew, of Lochnaw Castle, Scotland.

ASSOCIATIONS: Andrew Agnew (cousin)


Bibliography and resources:

Agnew, James, and Mary Eleanor; The peerage

http://www.thepeerage.com/p12202.htm 

http://www.thepeerage.com/p68724.htm#i687232 

Mary Eleanor Poingdestre, Find a grave

https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/176757492/mary-eleanor-poingdestre 

Perhaps related by marriage to "Poingdestre, Henry", TE ARA / Encyclopedia of New Zealand

http://www.teara.govt.nz/en/biographies/1p17/1




POLDING, John Bede (John Bede POLDING)

Catholic bishop, archbishop, musical amateur

http://nla.gov.au/nla.party-584141 (NLA persistent identifier)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-P-2.php#POLDING-John-Bede (shareable link to this entry)


Documentation:

Letter, John Bede Polding, Sydney, NSW, 19 June 1849, to Thomas Heptonstall; Australian Joint Copying Project

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-1088210398 (DIGITISED)

. . . Do you recollect Jesson's Brass Band? Well, we have one, first rate, I assure you, but we want music proper for it. Be so good as to send two or three copies of Music arranged for Brass Band by Cocks which comes out monthly, I think. I saw it advertised in [? Jerrold] . . .




POLHILL, Sophia Louisa (Sophia Louisa POLHILL)

Music teacher

Born Plymouth, Devon, c. 1831
Arrived Adelaide, SA, 4 February 1853 (per Calcutta, from Plymouth, 3 October 1852)
Died Thebarton, SA, 9 February 1856

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Sophia+Louisa+Polhill+c1831-1856 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-P-2.php#POLHILL-Sophia-Louisa (shareable link to this entry)

POLHILL, Victoria (Victoria POLHILL; Miss POLHILL; Mrs. Pearce BARTON)

Musician, pianist

Born Plymouth, Devon, England, 1837 (3rd quarter); daughter of Baker POLHILL (d. 1853) and Sarah Tomlin CASTLE (c. 1803-1872)
Arrived Adelaide, SA, 4 February 1853 (per Calcutta, from Plymouth, 3 October 1852)
Married Pearce BARTON, Mount Barker, SA, 22 November 1860
Died Mount Victoria, NSW, 25 September 1899

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Victoria+Polhill+Barton+d1899 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

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Summary:

Six members of the Polhill family reportedly arrived in South Australia early in 1853. From one slightly garbled newspaper report, we can probably identify them as Sarah, second wife (and soon to be widow) of Baker Polhill of Plymouth, 4 daughters and a son (Baker junior).

In March "Mrs. Polhill and daughters" advertised that, having "conducted a Ladies' School" in England, they were now seeking pupils locally. The eldest Polhill daughter (Sarah's stepdaughter), Helen, died in December 1853, aged 29. Another daughter, Sophia Louisa, described as a music teacher in the 1851 England census, died in February 1856. Charlotte had married Horace Dean in 1853; leaving the youngest, Victoria, to marry Pearce Barton, of Mount Barker, in November 1860.

By a process of elimination, Victoria, then, was Miss Polhill the pianist, active in Adelaide concerts in 1859 and early 1860.

Evidently a highly capable pianist, Polhill appeared in public only three times, as accompanist to her close contemporary, the violinist Richard Baxter White. Twice in July 1859 they performed the Nabucco fantasie by Jean Delphin Alard (1815-1888), and once in February 1860 in the Sonnambula duo brilliant by Julius Benedict and Charles De Beriot.


Documentation:

England census, 30 March 1851, St. Andrew, Plymouth, Devon; UK National Archives, HO 107 / 1879

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/8860/images/DEVHO107_1879_1879-0901 (PAYWALL)

16 Hoe St / Sarah G. Polhill / Head / 48 / Teacher School /[born] Kent Techam
Helen [Polhill] / Step Dau'r / 27 / - / [born] France
Charlotte [Polhill] / Dau'r / 21 / Drawing general accountant / [born] Middlesex Rottenchite
Sophia L. [Polhill] / Dau'r / 19 / Music Teacher / [born] Devon Plymouth
Victoria [Polhill] / Dau'r / 13 / Scholar / [born] [Devon Plymouth]
Baker [Polhill] / Son / 9 / [Scholar] / [born] [Devon Plymouth] . . .

"ARRIVED", Adelaide Times (5 February 1853), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article207010407 

. . . Misses [recte Mrs.] Sarah, [? Misses] Helen, Charlotte, Sophia, Victoria, and Mr. Baker Polhill . . .

[Advertisement], South Australian Register (24 March 1853), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article38464213 

[Advertisement], South Australian Register (28 December 1853), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article48548648 

LADIES' BOARDING AND DAY-SCHOOL. THEBARTON.
MRS. POLHILL has vacancies for four ladies as BOARDERS at her Establishment, where the health and improvement of the pupils are always studied. Miss Polhill has a drawing Class on Wednesdays and Saturdays; she also gives lessons in Music, Painting on Glass, Leather Work for frames, etc. Terms and references may be had on application at their residence.

"DIED", South Australian Register (14 February 1856), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article49752700 

On the 9th instant, at Thebarton, of consumption, Sophia Louisa Polhill, aged 24 years, late of Plymouth, Devon, England.

[Advertisement], South Australian Register (14 July 1859), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article49825795 

WHITE'S ASSEMBLY ROOMS.
MISS TOZER has the honour to announce that she will give a Grand
CONCERT of VOCAL and INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC on Thursday evening, the 14th July,
under the immediate patronage of His Excellency the Governor-in-Chief.
Principal Performers - Miss Tozer, Miss C. A. Tozer, Miss Polhill,
Master Watson, Mr. R. B. White, Herr Ignaz Roitzsch (Pupil of the Leipzig Conservatorium), Mr. H. Christen. Conductor - Mr. J. W. Daniel . . .
PROGRAMME . . . 7. Solo, violin, Fantasie - "Nabucodonoso" - Mr. R. B. White, R.A. - Alard . . .

[Advertisement], The South Australian Advertiser (15 July 1859), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article1195085 

SOUTH AUSTRALIAN INSTITUTE. SOIREE. . .
the Quarterly Soiree will take place in White's Assembly Room This Evening, FRIDAY, July 15th, 1859 . . .
The DEUTSCHE LIEDERTAFEL (under the conductorship of Herr Linger) have kindly given their assistance; the other portion of the Musical Entertainment will be conducted by Mr. J. W. Daniel. PROGRAMME . . . Solo - Violin - Mr. R. B. White, R.A., accompanied by Miss Polhill - Alard . . .

"MISS TOZER'S CONCERT", Adelaide Observer (16 July 1859), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article158128642 

On Thursday last, Miss Tozer gave a grand concert at White's Rooms, under the immediate patronage of His Excellency the Governor-in-Chief. Coming on the evening between the Tradesmen's Ball and the Quarterly Soiree of the South Australian Institute, it might have been safely predicted that the attendance would not be large, and when the evening turned out to be showery a thin audience became a positive certainty. The room was not more than a third full - a circumstance calculated to throw a damp upon both singers and audience. We must, however, do the former the justice to say that they exerted themselves to the utmost to please, and rendered the several pieces with great spirit and effect . . . Mr. White was in good bow in the violin solo . . . eliciting frequent applause, and, being warmly encored at its close, Mr. White must have felt himself somewhat indebted for the success of his solo to the judicious and tasteful manner in which the pianoforte accompaniment to it was executed by Miss Polhill . . .

"SOUTH AUSTRALIAN INSTITUTE", South Australian Register (16 July 1859), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article49824665 

The quarterly soiree of the above Institute was held at White's Room, on Friday, the 15th inst. His Excellency the Governor-in-Chief presided upon the occasion. The room was filled as usual to the doors, and the entertainment, both as to lecture and music, was a decided success . . . Mr. White, very nicely accompanied on the pianoforte by Miss Polhill, whose unobtrusive but accurate playing gave great satisfaction, gave a charming solo upon the violin by Alard, and subsequently a delightful solo on the piano by Prudent, for both of which he was enthusiastically recalled, substituting in the former instance a portion of the same air, and in the latter introducing a totally new piece, in which the songs of birds were most distinctly indicated. . . .

"SOUTH AUSTRALIAN INSTITUTE", The South Australian Advertiser (16 July 1859), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article1195111 

. . . A solo on the violin by Mr, White, accompanied by Miss Polhill on the pianoforte, immediately succeeded. Of Mr. White's performances it will be unnecessary to speak, as he has acquired an eminence in his profession which places him beyond the rivalry of any other performer on the violin in the colony. Miss Polhill, who took the pianoforte accompaniment, although a comparative stranger to the audience, acquitted herself very admirably, and won the approval of the audience. Mr. White's performance on this occasion was marked by extraordinarily rapid manipulation, and the production of some of those beautiful and almost vocal tones which the violin only in skilful hands can produce . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Elizabeth and Caroline Tozer (vocalists); Richard Baxter White (violinist and piano soloist); Josiah Wyke Daniel (conductor)

MUSIC: Fantaisie sur Nabucco (Alard)

[Advertisement], The South Australian Advertiser (29 February 1860), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article1202731 

MR. R. B. WHITE'S GRAND CONCERT . . .
On WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 29, 1860, At WHITE'S ASSEMBLY ROOMS,
Assisted by Miss Bryan, Miss Tozer, Miss Polhill, Mr. Christen, and Mr. Schrader.
PROGRAMME . . . PART II . . . Duo Brilliant - "La Somnambula" Piano and Violin, Miss Polhill and Mr. White - Benedict and De Beriot . . .

"MR. R. B. WHITE'S CONCERT", Adelaide Observer (3 March 1860), 2 supplement

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article158173747 

On Wednesday evening Mr. R. B. White gave a concert of miscellaneous music, under the patronage of His Excellency, in White's Assembly Room. The attendance was not very great. Our talented and accomplished young townsman was assisted by Miss Bryan, Miss Tozer (sister of Mrs. Peryman), Miss Polhill, Mr. Christen, and Mr. Schrader, each of whom fully sustained their previous reputation . . . Mr. White's performance, both on the violin and the piano, elicited the most enthusiastic applause . . . Miss Polhill gave evidence of great skill as a pianist . . .

MUSIC: Duo brillant sur La somnambula (Benedict and De Beriot)

"MARRIAGE", South Australian Register (23 November 1860), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article50030126 

BARTON - POLHILL - On the 22nd November, at Mount Barker, by the Rev. J. Gordon, Pearce, second son of Edmund Barton, Esq. of Brownhill Creek, to Victoria, youngest daughter of the late Baker Polhill, Esq., of Plymouth.

"Deaths", The Sydney Morning Herald (28 September 1899), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article14256656 

BARTON. - September 25, at her residence, Mount Victoria, Victoria, the dearly beloved wife of Pearce Barton, in her 62nd year. (Adelaide Observer please copy.)




POLLARD, George (George POLLARD)

Singer, labourer

Born Ireland, c. 1826; son of John POLLARD and Jane COLLINS (1803-1868)
Arrived Fremantle, WA, 1 October 1841 (per Ganges, with parents, "15 years farm boy")
Died (murdered) Dandalup, WA, 21 February 1844, aged "17"

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=George+Pollard+c1826-1844 (TROVE tagged)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-P-2.php#POLLARD-George (shareable link to this entry)


Documentation:

"QUARTER SESSIONS", The Perth Gazette and Western Australian Journal (6 April 1844), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article644987 

John Gaven was indicted for the wilful murder of George Pollard of the Dandalup River, laborer. This case excited considerable interest and the court was crowded. The prisoner was about 15 years of age, and the deceased seventeen . . .

Jane Pollard, mother of the deceased: I remember Ash Wednesday, 21st Feb. last. About the middle of that day, between 12 and 1 o'clock, prisoner came in to dinner, and my son, the deceased, sent him for a gimblet to the carpenter's shop . . .

. . . I then tried to sleep again, but was disturbed by the deceased beginning to sing; he was then in his room, a lean-to, next to my bedroom, and the partition wall has not been filled so that I could hear partly what he said, but not all. The last words I heard him sing were -

"And when we close these gates again
We will be all true blue."

The sound of singing then suddenly ceased. I lay a little longer, but I was aroused by some feeling I could not account for, and I leapt out of bed . . .

. . . I know that deceased had borrowed a book of songs. I found the book of songs in the deceased's bed at the time I went to his bedside. The next day I looked into the book to find the words I had heard him singing, but could not. Afterwards my daughter found the words in a page glued to another page by blood, I did not see any stains of blood on prisoner's clothes . . .

I never saw the prisoner reading out of the book produced. I have heard him humming a tune at different times, but I never remember to have heard him sing any words. The tunes prisoner hummed were not psalm tunes to my knowledge . . .

Thomas Pollard. I am a son of last witness. I recollect the day my brother was killed . . . I never heard prisoner sing or read out of the book produced. I have heard deceased sing songs out of it in prisoner's hearing, who did not appear at all annoyed at the songs, but continued with whatever he was about . . .

The chairman after recapitulating the evidence commented upon the legal points in the case . . . His painful duly now was to pass the sentence of the law, that he should be taken to the prison from whence he came, and from thence be conveyed on Saturday next to some convenient spot, where he should be hanged by the neck until he was dead, and then suspended in chains, and might Almighty God for Jesus Christ's sake have mercy on his sinful soul.

"CONFESSION OF THE MURDER OF GEORGE POLLARD", The Perth Gazette and Western Australian Journal (6 April 1844), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article644989

"QUARTER SESSIONS", Inquirer (10 April 1844), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article65583189

John Gavin, one of the lads recently sent out from the Parkhurst establishment, was indicted for the wilful murder of George Pollard, the son of a highly respectable settler on the Murray, to whom, he was apprenticed, by striking him with an adze . . .


Music and text concordances:

THE CHARTER SONG OF LONDONDERRY . . . ", The gentleman's magazine (February 1827), 163

https://babel.hathitrust.org/cgi/pt?id=mdp.39015027525545&view=1up&seq=181 (DIGITISED)

Written for the Celebration of the Shutting of the Gates of that City against King James's Army on the 7th of December, 1688. By the Rev. JOHN GRAHAM, M.A. Rector of Tamlaghtard. A Freeman and Freeholder of that City. (Air - Auld Lang Syne.)

FULL many a long wild winter's night.
And sultry summer's day,
Are pass'd and gone, since James took flight
From Derry walls away;
Cold are the hands that closed that gate
Against the wily foe,
But here to Time's remotest date
Their spirit still shall glow

CHORUS.
These walls still helf by valiant men,
No slave shall e'er subdue -
And when we close our gates again
We'll all be found TRUE BLUE . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: John Graham (1774-1844)

On other sources of this "Orange song", see also:

https://www.vwml.org/roudnumber/V11050 


Bibliography and resources:

Harry Mann, "CASE OF THE KILLER WHO WANTED A MOTHER'S LOVE", Mirror (16 February 1953), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article75778203 

George Pollard, Find a grave

https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/142916936/george-pollard 




POLLARD, Joseph Henry (Joseph Henry POLLARD; Mr. J. H. POLLARD; J. Henry POLLARD, R.A.M.; A.R.A.M.)

Musician, pianist, baritone vocalist, professor of Italian and English singing, pianoforte, and composition, music class instructor, choral conductor, music retailer, songwriter, composer

Born Crediton, Devon, England, c. 1826/27; baptised Crediton, 17 January 1827; son of Jonas POLLARD (d. 1835) and Dorothy BURRIDGE (d. 1830)
Arrived Melbourne, VIC, 19 March 1857 (per Columbian, from Southampton, 14 January)
Departed Melbourne, VIC, January 1864 (per Great Britain, for England, aged "35")
Married Elise Emily CHANTRELL (d. 1898), Kent, England, 1876 (aged "47")
Died Mentone, France, 15 January 1903, aged "74"

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Joseph+Henry+Pollard+c1827-1903 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

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Summary:

Pollard, composer of several small works published in London in the early 1850s, and formerly of the Royal Academy of Music, made his first appearance in Melbourne on 30 March 1857 as co-artist to Anna Bishop, and with fellow Royal Academician, Laura Baxter, who had also arrived on the Columbian.

By May, Pollard was in Bendigo, where he appeared for the Sandhurst Philharmonic Society early in June, and later in the month in the Shamrock concert rooms with Charles Thatcher, soprano Julia Harland's opera company, and Miska Hauser. He settled there, took up a post a singing master to the Denominational schools board, and spent the next six years in the town as performer, conductor, and music retailer.

He composed and introduced several new compositions in the colony, including a song on the fate of the Burke and Wills expedition, and a partsong first performed by the Melbourne Philharmonic Society in 1862. Sadly, none of these are known to have survived.

Towards the end of 1863 Pollard sold up property he had acquired in central Bendigo, and in January 1864 sailed from Melbourne for England on the Great Britain.


Documentation:

England census, 6 June 1841, Crediton, Devon; UK National Archives, HO 107 / 215 / 5

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/8978/images/DEVHO107_214_216-0279 (PAYWALL)

High Street / John Pollard / 24 / Ironmonger / [born Devon]
James [Pollard] / 20 / Ironmonger / [born Devon]
Susan / 25 // William / 18 // Emma / 16 // [all born Devon]
Joseph / 14 / [born Devon]

"ROYAL ACADEMY OF MUSIC", The musical world (26 June 1847), 413-14

https://books.google.com.au/books?id=FJMPAAAAYAAJ&pg=PA414 (DIGITISED)

The third concert, held on Saturday, the 12th instant, in the Hanover Square Rooms, presented the same peculiarities and the same defects as the two previous ones of the season, 1847, and of the majority of the concerts for some years past. Out of a programme of fifteen pieces there was but one little song . . . the trio and chorus, "Behold on high he mounts," from Haydn's Seasons (solos by Miss Solomon, Messrs. Gardner and J. H. Pollard), concluded the concert. Mr. Lucas and M. Sainton sustained their usual posts of conductor and principal violin, with their accustomed ability and experience. The room was well attended.

ASSOCIATIONS: Charles Lucas (conductor, composer); Prosper Sainton (professor of violin)

"CREDITON", Western Times [Devon] (3 March 1849), 6

Mr. J. H. Pollard, late of this town, and formerly a pupil of Mr. Hayes, has been unanimously appointed organist of St. Anne's Church, Wandsworth, London.

ASSOCIATIONS: St. Anne's church, Wandsworth; William Hayes (music master and organist of Crediton parish church)

"ROYAL ACADEMY OF MUSIC", Morning Post [London] (7 June 1849), 5

The third concert took place yesterday morning, and, we regret to say, reflected but scant credit on the institution. There appears to be an utter absence of a proper system, and, though the vocal powers of the students are in many instances admirable, the method adopted and general execution are anything but satisfactory. With rare exceptions, there seems to be no regular practice, and the delivery of the voices is especially defective . . . It will be seen by the programme that much was attempted; how it was performed may be gathered by the opinion we have enunciated . . .
PART II . . . Song (M.S.) "Lonely I wander," Miss Taylor - J. H. Pollard . . .
The only original composition by a student of the Royal Academy was a song composed by J. H. Pollard, "Lonely I wander." It has a flowing melody, but is not signalised by any originality. It was agreeably sung by Miss Taylor . . .

"MUSIC. CONCERTS", Illustrated London News (9 June 1849), 10

At the third Concert of the Royal Academy of Music, on Wednesday . . . Mr. J. H. Pollard's MS. song, "Lonely I wander," sung by Miss Taylor, has merit. Sainton led the band, and Lucas conducted.

"NEW MUSIC", Exeter and Plymouth Gazette [Devon] (30 November 1850), 6

Viola Mazurka. Valse L'Adele. London: Addison.
Two new pieces dance music, composed by Mr. J. H. Pollard, of Crediton, and possessing more than ordinary claims to the patronage of those who delight in this phase of the divine art. The first is really a brilliant production, and will be cordially welcomed; the other is exceedingly pretty, and as the season is now approaching when balls will become general, we cannot do better than recommend these emanations from a Devon genius to the attention of our Terpsichorean friends.

[Advertisement], Illustrated London News (14 February 1852), 16

NEW SONG. - VALENTINE'S DAY.
Composed by J. H. POLLARD. Price 2s (sent postage free). -
"'Valentine's Day' is one of the best songs that has appeared for some time, being of a descriptive character. It will suit either male or female singers, and only requires a limited compass of voice. Those who sing 'Philip the Falconer' or the 'Fairy's Well' will find 'Valentine's Day' a most effective and amusing composition." - Musical Review. -
DUFF and HODGSON, 65, Oxford-Street.

"MRS. ALEXANDER NEWTON'S ANNUAL MATINEE MUSICALE", The era [London] (3 July 1853), 10

. . . Mrs. A. Newton's meeting took place at her own residence in Percy-street, Bedford-square, on Tuesday [28 June] . . . Madame Lablache, in a Scotch ballad, "Matie Jamieson," gained an encore . . . Signor F. Lablache and Mrs. Newton were also great in the "Quanto amore" . . . The concert was fully attended; Conductors, Mr. J. H. Pollard and Herr Gantz.

ASSOCIATIONS: Frederick and Fanny Lablache (vocalists)

"UNITY FIRE INSURANCE ASSOCIATION [BIRMINGHAM] . . . THE DINNER", The era (14 August 1853), 15

. . . A new song, entitled "Our Unity Brigade," the words of which are by Hry. J. Burbidge, and the music by Mr. J. H. Pollard, was then sung by Mr. Pursall, and received with considerable applause . . .

"REVIEWS . . . MUSIC", Liverpool Mercury (31 December 1855), 2

France and England: A new national duet.
The words by W. H. Bellamy; music by J. H. Pollard. London: Addison and Hollier . . .

"UNITY JOINT STOCK MUTUAL BANKING ASSOCIATION", Morning Chronicle [London] (5 May 1856), 3

The opening of this bank was celebrated on Friday evening last [2 May] by a sumptuous banquet at the London tavern, Bishopsgate-street . . . in the course of the evening several airs, duets, and glees were beautifully sung by Miss Stabbach, Miss Eyles, Mr. Young, Mr. Wilbye Cooper, Mr. H. Buckland, and Mr. George Buckland, the instrumentalists being Mr. J. H. Pollard and Mr. George Lake . . .

Melbourne VIC (March to May 1857):

"SHIPPING INTELLIGENCE. ARRIVED (HOBSON'S BAY)", The Argus (20 March 1857), 4

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March 19. - Columbian, E. and A.R.M. Co.'s s.s., 2,500 tons, William Pender, from Southampton 14th January, via St. Vincent 22nd January, and Cape Town 22nd February. Passengers - saloon: . . . Mr. and Mrs. Thomas H. Baylis, Mrs. and Miss Baxter, Misses Ellen and Flora, Master Edward Baylis, and servants . . . Messrs. Pollard . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Laura Baxter (Mrs. Baylis) (vocalist)

[Advertisement], The Age (25 March 1857), 1

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EXHIBITION BUILDING.
MADAME ANNA BISHOP'S GRAND CONCERT In aid of the MELBOURNE HOSPITAL.
MONDAY EVENING, March 30th, 1857 . . .
Upon which occasion, Madame Anna Bishop has much pleasure in announcing the first appearance of the following artistes, who arrived in the last mail steamer from England: -
MISS LAURA BAXTER, Professor of singing at Royal Academy of Music, London, and Principal Contralto at Exeter Hall and Hanover Square Rooms Concerts.
MR. J. HENRY POLLARD, Of the Royal Academy of Music, London.
MR. JULIUS SIEDE, The celebrated Flautist.
And the Gentlemen members of the GERMAN LIEDERTAFEL, Who have on this occasion tendered their valuable services.
A Grand and efficient Orchestra, composed of the first artistes in the Colony,
complete in every respect, under the direction of Mr. GEORGE LODER . . .

"NEW VOCAL CELEBRITIES", The Age (25 March 1857), 5

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We are glad to notice that among our most recent arrivals are included Miss Laura Baxter, professor of singing at the Royal Academy of Music, and principal contralto at the Exeter Hall and Hanover Square Rooms concerts, and Mr. J. Henry Pollard (bass), of the Royal Academy of Music. Both possess voices of the finest quality, and are to appear for the first time at Madame Bishop's concert for the benefit of the Hospital, on Monday evening . . .

[Advertisement], The Age (30 March 1857), 1

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. . . MONDAY EVENING, March 30th, 1857.
MADAME ANNA BISHOP'S GRAND CONCERT . . .
PROGRAMME. PART I . . . Aria, from Mozart's Figaro - "Non piu andrai" - Mr. J. Henry Pollard, (his first appearance.) . . .
PART II . . . New English Ballad - "Martin, the Man-at-Arms", E. J. Loder - Mr. J. Henry Pollard . . .
Musical Director and Conductor - MR. GEORGE LODER . . .

"GRAND CONCERT IN AID OF THE FUNDS OF THE MELBOURNE HOSPITAL", The Argus (31 March 1857), 4

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Yesterday evening, Madame Bishop gave her grand concert . . . and obtained for it the immediate patronage of his Excellency the Governor and Lady Barkly, who honoured it with their piesonce. Though the weather throughout the day had been of an unpromising character, the Exhibition Building was filled with an audience consisting of not fewer than 1,600 persons. To the attractions offered by a good programme, an efficient orchestra, and the humane and charitable ends to be served by the concert - to say nothing of the attractions always possessed by Madame Bishop herself - were added the introduction of two Royal Academicians, just fresh from the English schools of first-class music. Miss Laura Baxter was introduced . . . and Mr. J. Henry Pollard as a vocalist possessing that range of voice - by many pronounced the most useful - a baritone . . . Of Mr. J. Henry Pollard we can only say that we are sorry he did not receive so cordial a reception as might have been wished; but he has evidently a good ballad voice - though of limited range - and, doubtless, will improve upon acquaintance. He was warmly applauded in singing a new English ballad, "Martin, the Man-at-Arms" . . .

"MADAME BISHOP'S CONCERT FOR THE HOSPITAL", The Age (31 March 1857), 5

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. . . Mr. Pollard is evidently a good musician, and possesses a fine rich bass voice, but it wants power, and was evidently sorely tasked by the requirements of "Non piu Andrai," which, though given with great care, failed to impress us very favorably. His ballad "Martin, the man at Arms," was more successful, but he was evidently unaccustomed to his audience - a matter which may soon be remedied . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Anna Bishop (vocalist); Julius Siede (flute); George Loder (pianist, conductor)

MUSIC: Martin, the man-at-arms (words only)

"THE HOSPITAL CONCERT", Bell's Life in Victoria and Sporting Chronicle (4 April 1857), 2

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. . . A debutant in Victoria, but no novice in her art, Miss Laura Baxter, achieved on unqualified success . . . She made a most favourable impression, and we predict for her a successful career in these colonies. Another bran new singer was Mr. Pollard, who sang as if a quantity of the commodity bearing the same name as himself had stuck in his throat . . .

[Advertisement], The Argus (4 April 1857), 6

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MR. J. HENRY POLLARD, of the Royal Academy of Music, London, Professor of Italian and English Singing, the Pianoforte, and Composition, most respectfully announces to the inhabitants of Melbourne and vicinity that he gives instruction in the above branches. Terms may be obtained at his residence, 97 Collins-street east.

[Advertisement], The Age (14 April 1857), 1

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MRS. TESTAR . . . her FAREWELL CONCERT
Will take place on TUESDAY, 14th APRIL, 1857, In THE EXHIBITION BUILDING . . .
On which occasion she will make HER LAST APPEARANCE IN PUBLIC.
PART FIRST . . . Recit. and Aria - From II Trovatore, "Il Ballen del tuo Sorriso" - Verdi. - Mr. J. H. POLLARD . . .
PART THE SECOND. Trio - "Blow, gentle Gales" - Bishop - Mrs. TESTAR, Miss LAURA BAXTER, and Mr. POLLARD . . .
New Ballad - "Martin, the Man at Arms" - E. J. Loder. - Mr. J. H. POLLARD . . .

"MRS. TESTAR'S FAREWELL CONCERT", The Age (15 April 1867), 5

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. . . Mr. J. H. Pollard sang with considerable spirit an air from Verdi's "Il Trovatore," and Loder's "Man at Arms;" but he failed in rousing the enthusiasm of the audience. He is, however, evidently an accomplished musician, and a most skilful performer on the piano-forte . . .

"MRS. TESTAR'S FAREWELL CONCERT", The Argus (15 April 1857), 6

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. . . Mr. Pollard, whom we have also mentioned before, again appeared last evening. He sang a capital bass in the trio, "Blow, Gentle Gales," to Mrs. Testar's soprano, and Miss Baxter's contralto; in fact, we incline to the opinion that he appeared to greater advantage here than elsewhere . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Elizabeth Testar (vocalist)

"PHILHARMONIC SOCIETY'S CONCERT", The Age (29 April 1857), 4

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The second concert for the year came off yesterday evening, at the Exhibition Building, before a numerous and brilliant audience . . . The pianoforte accompaniments were ably given by Messrs. Gould [sic] and Pollard, and the whole conducted by Mr. Russell, whose skilful leadership was conspicuous in every department . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: the soloists included Laura Baxter, Emma Daniel (vocalist); Octavia Hamilton (vocalist); Robert Farquharson (vocalist), and Samuel Chapman (double bass); Thomas Green Goold (pianist); John Russell (conductor); Melbourne Philharmonic Society

Bendigo (Sandhurst), VIC (May 1857 to January 1864):

[Advertisement], Bendigo Advertiser (2 June 1857), 3

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GRAND CONCERT, In Aid of the Library Fund of the Mechanics' Institute.
To be given by the Members of the Sandhurst Philharmonic Society,
ON THURSDAY. JUNE 4, In the Hall of the Institute.
PROGRAMME. PART I.
March - Mendelssohn - Mr. J. H. Pollard
Glee, Hail, Smiling Morn - Phil. Society
Song - The Muleteer - Mr. J. H. Pollard
Duet, Music and her Sister, Song - Lizzie Lonsdale and Mr. Bolger
Glee, The Red Cross Knight - Phil. Society
Song, Poor Bessy was a Sailor's Wife - Lizzie Lonsdale
Quartette, Homo, Sweet Home - Phil. Society
Song, Hearts and Homes - Mr. W. M. Laurie
Duet, What are the Wild Waves saying? - Lizzie Lonsdale and Mr. Laurie.
An Interval of Fifteen Minutes.
PART II.
March - Le Prophete - Mr. J. H. Pollard
Glee, Life's a Bumper - Phil. Society
Song, Land of my deepest, happiest feelings - Lizzie Lonsdale
Song, Philip the Falconer - Mr. J. H. Pollard
Duet, We come to thee, Savoy - Lizzie Lonsdale and Mr. Bolger
Quartette, The Boatie Rows - Phil. Society
Duet, A Voice from the Waves - Lizzie Lonsdale
Glee. The Gipsies' Tent - Phil. Society
ANTHEM.
Mr. J. Henry Pollard, R. A. M., (from the principal Melbourne Concerts,) will preside at the Piano
Conductor - Mr. W. M. Laurie . . .

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ASSOCIATIONS: William Muir Laurie (conductor); Sandhurst Philharmonic Society

"MECHANICS' INSTITUTE. PHILHARMONIC SOCIETY'S CONCERT", Bendigo Advertiser (5 June 1857), 3

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. . . The choruses were good, and the services of the pianist, Mr. Pollard, invaluable . . .

"CONCERT HALL, ADMIRAL HOTEL, LONG GULLY", Bendigo Advertiser, (17 June 1857), 3

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This place of amusement is well deserving of notice, both on account of the appearance of the room and its acoustic properties, which last are scarcely inferior even to the "Shamrock." We hope Mr. Roberts, the spirited proprietor, will meet with the encouragement and success he deserves . . . The chief thing worthy of notice was a "local" song, sung by Mr. J. H. Pollard, entitled "The Reefer," music and words being his own; it deservedly received an encore, and we trust to hear more of this gentleman's compositions, as the one in question shows decided talent. Mr. Barwick presided at the piano in his usual able manner.

[2 advertisements], Bendigo Advertiser (24 June 1857), 3

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SHAMROCK CONCERT HALL. MISS JULIA HARLAND . . . her BENEFIT
Will take place ON MONDAY, 29th JUNE, 1857. On which occasion
Mr. THATCHER will sing a new local Comic Song; a new local Comic Duet with Miss URIE, composed expressly for this occasion.
MISS JULIA HARLAND Will sing a New Song, composed expressly for her by Mr. J. H. Pollard;
AND MISKA HAUSER WILL Perform a New Solo, composed by him FOR HER BENEFIT . . .

EPSOM. SHAMROCK CONCERT HALL. GRAND CONCERT, This Evening, 24th June,
On which occasion Miska Hauser, Mrs. Hancock, Mr. Pollard, Mr. Hancock, Will appear.
Pianist and Conductor - Mr. Pollard.

ASSOCIATIONS: Julia Harland (vocalist); Charles Thatcher (vocalist, flute); Louisa Urie (vocalist); ; Miska Hauser (violin); Mary and Edward Hancock (vocalists)

"SHAMKOCK CONCERT HALL. MR. LINLY NORMAN'S BENEFIT", Bendigo Advertiser (25 July 1857), 3

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Last evening this gentleman took his farewell of Bendigo . . . His duet with Mr. Pollard, from the overture of "La Gazza Ladra," was inimitably executed and duly appreciated by the audience . . .

[Advertisement], Bendigo Advertiser (3 August 1857), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article88000832 

LAND LEAGUE CONCERT . . .
In Aid of the League, will be held on WEDNESDAY Next, August 5th, when the whole Professional Corps of the Shamrock will appear.
PROGRAMME. PART I. Overture - William Tell. Messrs. Lavenu and Pollard - Rossini . . .
PART II. The celebrated "Angelus," from the Opera of "Maritana." - Mesdames Carandini, Swannell, Urie, Messrs. Leaman, Dixon, and Pollard.
Song - The Muleteers - Mr. Pollard . . .
PART III. Waltz - The Gipsy Queen - Messrs. Lavenu and Pollard . . .

[Advertisement], Bendigo Advertiser (8 September 1857), 3

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NEW EPSOM PROSPECTING ASSOCIATION.
A GRAND CONCERT will be given in aid of the funds of this Association, in the
SHAMROCK CONCERT HALL, SANDHURST, ON WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 9th, 1857.
PROGRAMME. PART I. Overture - Pianoforte Messrs. Pollard and Lavenu . . .
PART 2. Grand Overture, performed by Messrs. Miska Hauser, Thatcher, Pollard, and Lavenu . . .
Song - "When the Winter Log is Burning" - Pollard - MR. POLLARD . . .
Quartett - "The Fox Jumped over the Parson's Gate." - "Guy Mannering." - Madame Carandini, Miss Swannell, Messrs. Dixon, Pollard, and Leeman . . .
PART 3. Grand Overture - "Semiramide," performed by Messrs. Hauser, Thatcher, Pollard, and Lavenu . . .

"SACRED AND SECULAR CONCERT", Bendigo Advertiser (2 October 1857), 2-3

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. . . [3] . . . Mr. Pollard's voice is not so attractive as is his piano-forte playing, at which he is an adept, only inferior to M. Lavenu himself . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Lewis Henry Lavenu (conductor, pianist, cello); Maria Carandini (vocalist); Louisa Swannell (vocalist); Frederick Leeman (vocalist); Frederick Dixon (vocalist)

"PRESTBYTERIAN [sic] SCHOOLS", Bendigo Advertiser (5 October 1857), 3

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The usual quarterly examination of the above schools on Wednesday last was fairly attended by the parents and friends of the pupils . . . the Rev. Mr. Nish, the examiner, expressed himself highly satisfied . . . notwithstanding' the rush to Ararat and the general depression of business affairs, the schools of the township still keep up their numbers, 150 being present at this examination, whilst the roll allowed the number of 231 in actual connection with the school during the past quarter. The singing class had the able assistance of Mr. Pollard, the newly-appointed Professor of Singing to the Denominational School Board.

ASSOCIATIONS: James Nish (Presbyterian minister)

"THE ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH", Bendigo Advertiser (7 December 1857), 3

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Yesterday morning this church was opened for the first time for Divine service, the Right Rev. the Bishop and the Very Rev. the Dean of Melbourne being present with other clergymen. The service commenced with the blessing of the walls, the consecration being withheld until the debt is fully liquidated. After the blessing, mass was celebrated by the Bishop, and the accompanying music and singing by the choir, under the superintendence of Mr. Pollard, assisted in giving the solemnity so characteristic of the service of this church. The church was named after St. Kilian . . .

"THE NEWS OF THE DAY", The Age [Melbourne, VIC] (19 May 1858), 5

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Mr. J. H. Pollard, singing master to the Denominational School Board of Victoria, at Sandhurst, is about to open a singing class for the study of choral singing, at the Church of England School Rooms, View-place. The system will be that of Wilhelm [sic].

ASSOCIATIONS: Guillaume Louis Bocquillon Wilhem (singing instructor); system as also adapted by John Hullah

"KANGAROO FLAT CHORAL SINGING CLASS", Bendigo Advertiser (29 July 1858), 3

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The complete success of the inaugural concert improvised by Mr. Pollard last evening, in connection with the above class, is an evidence of the warm interest excited in this district in the cause of choral music. Several glees and part songs, executed by amateurs of Bendigo, reflected great credit upon their musical taste and talent. We may especially notice "Luizow's Wild Hunt," and "Strike the Lyre," which were vociferously applauded. Miss Louisa Swannell delighted the audience with several of her favorite songs. Mr. Macord produced a perfect furore with the popular song of "Dog Tray," and his comic songs, and Mr. Pollard, as pianist and vocalist, received several encores. An address was delivered by that gentleman upon Choral Singing, which seemed to be fully appreciated, and we understand a considerable addition to the class is anticipated, and we may safely predict that ere long the amateurs of Kangaroo Flat will vie with those of Sandhurst in the exercise of their musical talent. The house was crowded.

ASSOCIATIONS: Samuel Macord (amateur vocalist)

"CHURCH OF ENGLAND SCHOOL", Bendigo Advertiser (30 September 1858), 2

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Last evening the scholars of the Church of England School were given their customary half yearly treat . . . There were, we should say, over 200 children present . . . Mr. Pollard, the singing master to the school, was in attendance, and the children led by him, executed some most difficult pieces in a manner that would not have done injustice to an assemblage of older persons than that of last evening . . .

"MR. POLLARD'S CHORAL REUNION", Bendigo Advertiser (11 December 1858), 2

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The members of Mr. Pollard's singing classes made their second bow to the Sandhurst public on Thursday evening, at the Presbyterian School room. There were about forty lady and gentlemen amateurs present, who executed the glees, etc., sung during the evening with marked ability, and we really think that Mr. Pollard has great cause for congratulation on the progress the majority of his pupils have made. The room was densely crowded.

Our space will not permit us to dwell upon the merits of each one of the songs, glees, chorusses, etc., which were rendered during the evening, we will therefore content ourselves with mentioning a few of the most prominent features of the entertainment. Mrs. Barker and Miss Warden sang the duet, "Yesterday," so well that they almost made us believe we were listening to professionals - the sweet, well-modulated tones of the former lady telling with great effect. "Hearts and Homes," a song rendered familiar to the people of Sandhurst by Miss Swannell, was given by Miss Emmett, who really sang this most difficult piece in a manner at once creditable to herself and Mr. Pollard. The Misses Warden, Lee, and Robson followed with "Let us to the fields repair," which they sang so as to give complete satisfaction to the audience. As to the gentlemen, they were all so perfect, and sang so well, that we really hardly like to particularise any. We must, however, notice the singing of Mr. Newton and the two Messrs. Watson. The former gentleman has a voice, which, with proper culture, would make him in time a really first-class singer. He sung during the evening a charming ballad called "Eulalie," and was most rapturously encored. Mr. Macord, gave "Alonzo ye brave and ye fayre Imogene" and "Umbrella Courtship" in his usual happy style.

Prior to the commencement of the second part of the programme, Mr. Pollard took occasion to make a few remarks on the subject of choral singing, and in so doing, he complimented the members of his class on the assiduity and attention they had paid to their studies during the past quarter. He explained his method of teaching, and in conclusion expressed a hope that ere long the Sandhurst Philharmonic Society would be able to vie with those of Melbourne and Geelong. The entertainment was varied by solos by Mr. Pollard on a splendid piano which had been kindly lent for the occasion by Dr. Hutchinson . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Agnes Warden (vocalist)

"THE CHORAL SOCIETY", Bendigo Advertiser (18 December 1858), 3

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On Thursday evening a rehearsal previous to the oratorio which is announced to take place at the Haymarket Theatre, on Thursday next, was given by the members of the Choral Society. On this occasion the whole of the Opera Company will give their services, and will be assisted by Mr. Pollard's class, whom we must congratulate on the progress they have made in that divine art. The audience on this occasion may, judging from the efforts of the Choral Society on Thursday evening, expect a musical treat not frequently to be met with on the diggings, or even in the colonies. Two or three of the pieces rehearsed on that night would have done no discredit to professional singers. Those two magnificent pieces "The Heavens are telling" and "The Marvellous Works" were given by Mr. Pollard's pupils in a manner which speaks volumes for the assiduity of the instructor . . .

"THE GRAND ORATORIO", Bendigo Advertiser (24 December 1858), 3

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Last evening the grand Oratorio came off at the Haymarket Theatre. The only part of the house that was not well filled was the pit; boxes, private boxes, and stalls having an excellent complement. Such a musical programme has seldom, if ever, before been presented to the Bendigo public, and it says something for the taste of the place that the whole of the more expensive seats in the house were taken up. The programme consisted of selections from some of the most popular oratorios, including Handel's "Messiah," and Haydn's "Creation." Of course it was impossible to give, within the limits of one performance, the entire oratorios throughout, but we can compliment those who arranged the programme in having made selection of some of the sublimest pieces of sacred music ever given to the world. There was a fine muster of professional talent among the performers, including the whole of the present opera company, with several other professionals. The chorus being chiefly composed of amateurs, viz, Mr. Pollard's choral class.

The Oratorio commenced with selections from the "Creation," the orchestra performing a magnificent introductory piece. Mr. Leeman then sang a recitative, in which his fine bass voice told with splendid effect. The solos and chorus, "And God made," and "The marvellous works," were sung by the whole company, the solos by Mrs. Hancock and Mr. Gregg being done full justico to, though containing some most difficult music. The "With verdure clad" of Miss Harland was sung with true musical taste, and called for rapturous applause. The first part of the programme wound up with the sublime chorus "The Heavens are telling," in which the whole of the company showed themselves highly proficient.

In the second part, the "Comfort ye my people" of Mr. Sherwin was finely sung, and of course encored. Mons. E. Coulon was encored several times, his splendid voice and masterly performance, carrying the audience away in rapture. We have never heard Mrs. Hancock, and may safely say that her forte lies in sacred music. Mrs. Moore did not sing any complete solo, though her voice was very clearly distinguishable throughout in the part singing. Mr. Gregg's "For behold shall, &c.," was most rapturously encored. The chorus, "For unto us," which followed received a like token of respect.

Mr. Newton [sic] and Mrs. Hancock sang two or three solos extremely well in the second part: among which was the sweet aria "He shall feed his flock" by Mrs. Hancock. The "Hallelujah" Chorus concluded one of the most delightful evenings that a lover of really fine music could have desired. It was finely performed by the company throughout, both vocally and instrumentally, and met with a unanimous encore. We have before remarked that the entire performance reflects great credit upon both professionals and amateurs, and especially on the conductors, Messrs. Linley Norman and Pollard, on whom the labor of getting up the rehearsals fell. We were, however, sorry to see that the lady members of Mr. Pollard's class did not show up in quite such large numbers as we expected. All honor be to those who did.

ASSOCIATIONS: John Gregg (vocalist); Newton Clapham (tenor vocalist); Linly Norman (pianist, musical director of touring opera company)

[Advertisement], Bendigo Advertiser (25 May 1859), 1

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PIANO-FORTE AND MUSIC SALOON, WILLIAMSON-STREET.
MR. J. H. POLLARD respectfully announces that he has opened the above spacious establishment with a selection of the finest
PIANO-FORTES, By the best London manufacturers, and a stock of First-class
HARMONIUM'S, CONCERTINAS, FLUTINAS, ACCORDIANS, &c. &c.
STRINGS for every Instrument. The Newest and most Popular MUSIC, In every style, and for every capacity. Instructors for all Instruments.

"THE HAYMARKET THEATRE", Bendigo Advertiser (17 June 1859), 3

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The burlesque burletta of "Fra Diavolo" was reproduced last evening, and drew down immense applause from a crowded house . . . An Assaut D'Armes succeeded, in which Professor Parker, Mons. Lissignol, and a number of amateurs took part, each combat giving great amusement to the audience . . . A musical entertainment by Messrs. Lissignol, Pollard, and Burgess, concluded the performances. The pieces consisted of concerted pieces from the opera of "Les Hugenots," "Ah Che La Morte," from "II Trovatore," and the "March," from "Le Prophete." The several pieces wore undoubtedly very beautifully performed, and elicited considerable applause.

ASSOCIATIONS: George Parker (swordsman, d. 1871); Eugene Lissignol (swordsman and musician); Joseph Bird Burgess (musician)

"THE CHORAL SOCIETY'S CONCERT", Bendigo Advertiser (5 July 1859), 2-3

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Last evening the fourth public concert given by the members of Mr. Pollard's Choral Singing Class was held at the Presbyterian Schoolroom. Notwithstanding the counter attractions at the Theatre and elsewhere, the room was completely filled with a most respectable audience. The first two parts of the evening's entertainment were devoted entirely to the singing of selections from the oratorios of the "Messiah" and the "Creation. the choruses chosen for the occasion being rendered with great effect by the members of the class; the "Glory of the Lord," from the Messiah being by far the most successful of the evening. Although in a performance of this sort, where those who appear are all amateurs, it is hardly fair to particularise individuals, still there were some who so far excelled in the business of the evening, as to be deserving of notice. First then, the solos leading into the choruses, as sung by Mr. Newton, were really given in a style which stamps that gentleman as a musician of no common order, his voice, which is a most powerful tenor, being specially adapted to the class of music sang last evening. Miss Warden's solo, "He was despised," [3] was well sung by that young lady, although there were signs of an evident want of study on her part, and it would be well if, on her next appearance in public, she would endeavor more fully to bring out those musical talents of which, there is no doubt, she is possessed. The most difficult piece given during the evening was the trio of "Most beautiful appear," which was sung by Miss Collier, Mr. Watson, and Mr. Pollard himself, all of whom, it is needless to say, did full justice to their several parts.

The second part of the concert was devoted to secular music. In it Messrs. Bucknall, Newton, W. Watson, and Macord, together with Miss Warden, who, by the way, was the only lady who ventured on a solo during the evening, sang a selection of the latest songs, which were all most vociferously applauded. We must not forgot to mention the names of Mrs. Baker and Miss Robson, who, although they took no prominent parts during the evening, still rendered "good service to the state" in the numerous choruses and concerted pieces which were given during the evening.

We must again congratulate Mr. Pollard on the success which has hitherto attended his efforts to establish a Choral Society here, and it is certain that all who attended the concert last evening will agree in saying that it was by far the most successful, whether considered in a monetary point of view or otherwise, that his pupils have yet given in Sandhurst. It has been proposed, and, in fact, it is almost decided that a repetition of last evening's concert shall be given during the ensuing week at the White Hills, where last quarter Mr. Pollard inaugurated a new class. It is to be hoped, if this idea is carried out, there will be as large and as enthusiastic an audience present as there was last evening.

"PHILHARMONIC SOCIETY", Bendigo Advertiser (17 September 1859), 3

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A meeting, attended by about forty persons, was held last night in the Town Hall, for the purpose of establishing a Philharmonic Society on Bendigo . . . Mr. Pollard said the formation of such a society was a desideratum long wished for by the amateur vocal and instrumental performers who were here in considerable numbers. There was scarcely a town in the colony which had not its Philharmonic Society, and he saw no reason why a place like Bendigo should be without one . . . The formation of such a society would be the means of developing the musical talent of the district, and he had no doubt if the members worked, harmoniously together, Bendigo would, in time, produce a Philharmonic Society which would equal, if it did not surpass, any other in the colony. (Cheers.) Mr. Linden made a few remarks endorsing the opinion of Mr. Pollard that there was plenty of musical ability, vocal as well as instrumental, in the district; and spoke of the success which had attended the formation of similar societies in Castlemaine and Ballarat, and he believed that there were materials on Bendigo sufficient to beat both of those places . . .

"THE FIRE IN WILLIAMSON-STREET", Bendigo Advertiser (8 December 1859), 2

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. . . The following is as near an estimate as can be gathered of the loss: - . . . Mr. Pollard, musical instrument vendor, stock damaged by careless removal, estimated loss from L.75 to L.100 . . .

[Advertisement], Bendigo Advertiser (2 January 1860), 3

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POLLARD'S MUSIC SALOON, WILLIAMSON-STREET, Six Doors from the Shamrock.
WANTED an Inspection of the largest and most carefully selected stock of
MUSIC AND MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS On the Goldfields, consisting of
PIANOFORTES, HARMONIUMS, Organines, Organ Accordeons, Concertinas, Flutinas,
VIOLINS, FLUTES, PICCOLOS, Banjos, Flageolets, Cornopeans, and Every Other WIND AND STRING INSTRUMENT.
STRINGS for every Instrument.
The newest and most popular MUSIC In every style and for Every Capacity at the Lowest Possible Prices.
Instruments Tuned and Repaired.

"HAYMARKET THEATRE", Bendigo Advertiser (20 January 1860), 2

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Another evening's entertainment, of a very superior character, was given last night at the Haymarket Theatre, by the Shamrock company of performers . . . we cannot help thinking that the musical tastes of the people here are of a very little refined order, plainly evinced by the lukewarm patronage which has been bestowed on these entertainments, including as they do the singing of Madame Carandini, Sherwin, and Gregg. We had almost forgot to mention that a new ballad, called "Sweet Jessie," the music being the composition of Mr. Pollard of Sandhurst, was sung last night by Mr. Sherwin, and was deservedly encored.

ASSOCIATIONS: Walter Sherwin (tenor vocalist)

"POLLARD'S SCHOOL REUNION", Bendigo Advertiser (3 February 1860), 2

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The sixth Choral Reunion Concert of Mr. Pollard's pupils look place last evening at the Presbyterian Schoolhouse. The attendance was very large, not less than three hundred persons being present. The entertainment, which was given in aid of the Royal Charter Relief Fund, was, taken as a whole, very successful, although in some instances a want of practice was evidently discernable. The principal feature in the programme was the Macbeth Music, which, though brought out under somewhat disadvantageous circumstances, (Mr. Watson who was to have taken Hecate's part being compelled through a domestic bereavement to absent himself, and Mr. Fowler having at very short notice volunteered his services,) was tolerably rendered . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Wreck of the Royal Charter; onboard were several Bendigonians

MUSIC: Locke's music in Macbeth (probably actually by Richard Leveridge)

"THE PHILHARMONIC CONCERT", Bendigo Advertiser (7 March 1860), 3

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The second subscription concert of the Bendigo Philharmonic Society was held last evening, at the Presbyterian Schoolhouse. Neither the attendance nor the entertainment came up to. that of the last concert . . . The falling off in the musical portion of the entertainment is clearly attributable to one cause; the society have attempted too much. In bringing out Schiller's Lay of the Bell, set to Romberg's music, they evidently overrated their own powers. From the first chorus to the last, it was evident that few of the singers were really up in their parts; and although one or two of the choruses went very well, still as a whole, the performance was not successful . . . Despite the faults of the vocal part of the entertainment, the orchestra was all that could be wished; in fact, it appeared at times far too strong for the volume of voice opposed to it. Too much praise cannot be given to Mr. Pollard for the able manner in which he wielded the baton of conductor, and for the assiduous attention he has paid to the duties of his office during the past three months . . .

MUSIC: The lay of the bell (Romberg)

"THE PHILHARMONIC ONCE MORE (To the Editor of the . . .)", Bendigo Advertiser (12 March 1860), 3

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Sir, - Although I am most undesirous of continuing the already lengthened discussion induced by your late critique on the Philharmonic Society's last performance, I feel compelled to do so in order to remove uneasy impressions which seemingly exist in the minds of many respecting my position as conductor. Were I to remain silent, it might be inferred that I covet for myself the honor which others should share. Let me then explain that when the Philharmonic Society was first propounded, Mr. Linden and myself were fully prepared to be prominent workers in its formation; to accept whatever office the Society might allot to each of us; and to advance, by our mutual exertions, the efficiency of its members, and the cultivation of a high class of music. And as we were both fully aware that this mutual exertion was most essential to the success of our undertaking, I will leave the Society to decide whether or not their conductor and leader, have endeavoured to carry out the spirit of their original intention.

I now repeat what I have already stated, and, do assure Mr. Linden's friends and the musical public that I consider Mr. Linden a clever and painstaking musician, and one who has worked industriously and ably for the Philharmonic Society, and far be it from me to rob him of that share of credit to which he is justly entitled; I am glad also to have the opportunity of stating that there are others beside the leader and conductor to whom a large amount of credit is due, viz., our very efficient violinist, Mr. Hid, and those professional brethren who have so kindly assisted us by their gratuitous services; and, let it also be spoken to their honor, several of our members actually sacrificed much of their valuable time in completing the general arrangements of the room, thereby materially furthering the success of our concert and economy of our expenditure. And when, Sir, I conclude by stating that the punctuality of attendance at rehearsals, the diligence and the perseverance of our lady members have equalled, if not exceeded, that of the gentlemen, I think that you will consider that success must attend our future.

Let only the public, and particularly our worthy Municipal body, extend to us that support and indulgence so indispensable at this youthful and critical epoch of our existence, and the Bendigo Philharmonic Society will prove a source of social and elevating enjoyment, and eventually an important support to our various local charities. Apologising for the length of my letter, I beg to remain, Sir, yoar obedient servant,
J. H. POLLARD.
Sandhurst, 10th March, 1860.

ASSOCIATIONS: Otto Linden (pianist); Mr. Hid (violinist)

1860 'HAYMARKET THEATRE.', Bendigo Advertiser (17 November 1860), 2

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The crowded state of the Haymarket Theatre last evening is sufficient evidence that when a first class musical entertainment is brought within the reach of the Bendigo public they know how to appreciate it . . . It is a work of some labor for a body of vocalists, consisting of amateurs, with but one exception, that of Mrs. Ellis, to produce even respectably as heavy an oratorio as is "The Creation" and that the concert of last evening was more than respectable, none will deny. The principal soprano parts were sustained by Mrs. Ellis and Miss Lee . . . Mr. Newton Clapham cannot, be too highly complimented for the really superior manner in which he gave the whole of the tenor solos . . . The bassos, Messrs. Von Ende, Fowler, and Nelson were not quite up to the mark, although for amateurs they acquitted themselves tolerably. The choruses were got through, in nearly every instance with spirit, that of "The marvellous work" bein, perhaps, as well relished by the audience as any. The society were assisted by several lady and gentlemen amateurs from Castlemaine, who were of material assistance in the choruses. The band - which was as good a one as any which ever played in Sandhurst together - consisted of the following gentlemen, most of whom, we believe, volunteered their services; - Messrs Linden, Hallas, Burgess, Brown, Middleton, Hid, Bower, Sayers, Richter, Hunter (Castlemaine amateur), and another amateur whose name we could not ascertain. Mr. Pollard conducted, and it is mainly to his exertions, together with those of Messrs. Fowler and Von Ende, that the unparalleled success of the present concert may be attributed . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Eliza Stewart Ellis (vocalist); Charles William Von Ende (amateur vocalist); Nathaniel Hallas (musician)

"ANNUAL GRAND MUSICAL FESTIVAL", Bendigo Advertiser (20 December 1860), 2

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The Annual Grand Musical Festival of the children of the various Denominational Schools in and around Sandhurst, was held yesterday in the Town Hall, under the direction of Mr. J. H. Pollard. The children, to the number of about 300, who were present yesterday, have been for some time under the musical tuition of Mr. Pollard in their several schools, and from the manner in which they executed the different songs and choruses, it is no exaggeration to say that the pupils were in every way worthy of their tutor . . . To particularise those portions of their performance which most deserves mention would be to speak of the "Rounds," "The Merry Bells are Ringing" (in four parts), and "Good Night to you all" (in three parts) . . . The songs of the "Wild White Flowers," and the carol of "Christmas Day," were also sung by the little performers iu a very creditable manner. By far, however, to the listeners was the enthusiastic and loyal manner in which they sang "Rule Britannia" and "God Save the Queen." The instrumental accompaniment was given by Mr. Pollard, and Messrs. Usher and Brown, who kindly volunteered their aid for the occasion . . .

[Advertisement], Bendigo Advertiser (26 July 1861), 1

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BENDIGO PHILHARMONIC SOCIETY.
SECOND SUBSCRIPTION CONCERT for the YEAR at the TEMPERANCE HALL, TIHS EVENING, at Eight o'Clock.
Principal Vocalists: Mrs. Stewart Ellis, Madame Leon Naej, Messrs. Miell and Von Ende.
MOZART'S TWELFTH MASS, AND A SELECTION of MISCELLANEOUS MUSIC,
Including "Mon Etoile," nocturno par Ch. Voss, on the Piano-forte by Herr Muench.
Organist - Mr. Barwick.
Conductor - Mr. J. H. Pollard.
For particulars see Programme.

ASSOCIATIONS: Madame Leon Naej (vocalist); Augustus Miell (vocalist); Thomas Barwick (organist); Robert Muench (pianist)

"BENDIGO PHILHARMONIC SOCIETY", Bendigo Advertiser (2 September 1861), 2

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. . . The meeting was informed by letter that owing to his numerous engagements, Mr. Pollard would not stand for re-election to the office of conductor; he, however, stated his willingness to assist the Society by every means in his power, and received a cordial vote of thanks for his past valuable services . . .

"MR. POLLARD'S CHORAL RE-UNION . . .", Bendigo Advertiser (20 September 1861), 2

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. . . at the Temperance Hall, last evening, was attended by a numerous and respectable audience. The programme, which included every variety of vocal music, was successfully got through, the singing of Misses Regan and Fawcett, and Messrs. Stewart and Smith, being quite up to the standard of amateur vocalization. The former young lady has wonderfully improved since her last appearance in public, and the marked progress she, in common with the other scholars, has made, speaks well for Mr. Pollard's system of imparting instruction. A sonata (violin and pianoforte)- Messrs. Usher and Pollard - by Beethoven, was a very superior performance, and as it was evidently relished by those present, clearly demonstrates that a taste for the compositions of the great masters, when properly executed, does exist in Sandhurst. The Glee Club gave their valuable assistance, and, as usual, their efforts were most acceptable to the audience.

ASSOCIATIONS: Alfred Usher (violin)

"AT HOME I'D BREATHE MY LAST", Bendigo Advertiser (27 November 1861), 3

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To the memory of those noble and brave men who have sacrificed their lives in their exploration of the Australian Continent. -
(Arranged and set to music by J. H. Pollard.)

Let me go - the night is falling -
Shadows beckoning, spirits calling,
Wiling me away;
Stranger voices float around me -
Stranger faces still surround me -
I cannot longer stay.

I'm pining for my own loved land
I long for a friend s familiar hand
To rest upon my brow;
I feel the coming of the foe -
That last dread conqueror mortals know
Is hovering o'er me now !

I long to hear the mountain breeze;
Come whispering thro' the old oak trees,
As in the days long past ;
I long to feel the fresh pure air
Raise the damp masses of my hair.
At home I'd breathe my last!

"Nobly went a phalanx' forth,"
To brave the terrors of the north,
Thro' desert wilds to roam;
Lone-but proud-their hour of death!
For victory crown'd their latest breath,
And brought their chaplet home.

ASSOCIATIONS: Concerning the unknown fate of the Burke and Wills expedition

[Advertisement], The Argus (7 July 1862), 8

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MELBOURNE PHILHARMONIC SOCIETY . . . Conductor, Mr. C. E. Horsley.
The SECOND SUBSCRIPTION CONCERT For the year will be held in the
EXHIBITION BUILDING, On TUESDAY EVENING, JULY 8, 1862 . . .
PROGRAMME . . . PART II . . . 7. Quartett, "The Violet " (first time) J. H Pollard - Miss Hamilton, Miss Liddle, Mr. Beaumont, Mr. Angus . . .

"THE NEWS OF THE DAY", The Age (9 July 1862), 5

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. . . The part song, "Stars of the Summer Night," by G. O. Rutter, is a pleasing melody, linked to pretty words. It was rendered with much delicacy of expression by the chorus, and was honored with an encore. Mr. J. P. [sic] Pollard's quartette, "The Violet," given by Miss Hamilton, Miss Liddle, Mr. Beaumont, and Mr. Angus, was likewise favorably received. It speaks well for the character of the musical community of Melbourne that its ranks include gentlemen capable of producing such meritorious compositions as these, and that their labors should receive so flattering a recognition . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Charles Edward Horsley (conductor); Octavia Hamilton (soprano); Maggie Liddle (contralto); Armes Beaumont (tenor); Silvanus Angus (bass); Melbourne Philharmonic Society

"NEWS AND NOTES", The Star [Ballarat, VIC] (17 November 1862), 2

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On Saturday evening, at the Mechanics' Institute, Mr. J. R. Black gave a farewell entertainment, the proceeds on this occasion being devoted to the Explorers' Monument Fund, the vocalist having liberally acceded to the request of the committee that he would, before leaving Ballarat, aid in advancing so meritorious an object. The entertainment consisted of a number of English, Scotch, and Irish songs, and included "At Home I'd breathe my last" - composed by Mr. J. H. Pollard, of Sandhurst, written to words having allusion to the sufferings of the explorers, Burke and Wills. The music is evidently the work of an accomplished musician, and was sung by Mr. Black with much feeling. We may safely say that, on leaving Ballarat, Mr. Black carries away with him everyone's good wishes.

ASSOCIATIONS: John Reddie Black (vocalist)

[Advertisement], Bendigo Advertiser (2 May 1863), 1

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THE FOURTEENTH RE-UNION AND CONCERT of the SANDHURST CHORAL SOCIETY Will take place at THE TEMPERANCE HALL, TUESDAY EVENING, MAY 5th. Several Vocal and Instrumental Novelties and Selections from Wallace's Opera, Maritana, will be produced. Conductor - Mr. J. H. Pollard.

"MR. POLLARD'S CONCERT", Bendigo Advertiser (2 September 1863), 2

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The concert at the Temperance Hall last night, though attended by a large number of persons, did not compare favorably with the previous efforts of Mr. Pollard and his pupils. The chorus was very unsteady, and would evidently have been greatly improved by another rehearsal or two. It is true that there are some difficulties to contend with, and the most formidable was the absence of Herr Schmitt, solo violin, for whom an apology was made on the ground that he was suffering from a severely sprained arm. The overture was succeeded by Sir H. Bishop's glee, "How by day's retiring lamp;" and the next trio, "The magic wove scarce," was omitted, and another (a composition of Mr. Saloman's, some years since a resident on Bendigo), "Sweet is the breath of morning," substituted for it, and very fairly rendered by Miss Haynes, and Messrs. Stewart and Gilbert.

A canzonet, said to have been written expressly for the occasion by Mr. Pollard, with flute obligato, followed, and was very nicely sang by Miss Regan, her full mellow voice harmonising with Mr. Haines' flute, produced a beautiful effect, and was without doubt the gem of the vocal performances of the evening. After several other songs, Mr. Harvie played a solo on the flute, "Du Du." As an amateur instrumentalist he ranks very high : his execution is very ornate, and at the same time very distinct. Another song by Miss Fawcett, followed by Verdi's "O'er the calm and sparkling Waters" by the full choir, brought the first part of the entertainment to a close.

Part two consisted of selections from Donizetti's opera of " Lucrezia Borgia," and here the same remarks apply again as to the unsteadiness of the chorus; but the duet, "Thinking love must pay such kindness," by Miss Regan and Mr. Stewart, was performed very creditably. After the selections from "Lucrezia Borgia" were concluded, Mr. Harvie again delighted the audience with another solo on the flute, and then the Danish National Hymn and God Save the Queen brought the evening's entertainment to a close. Before concluding, it would be as well to point out to the conductor that it is extremely unpleasant to hear the beat of his foot continually.

"MR. POLLARD'S CONCERT (To the Editor of the . . .)", Bendigo Advertiser (3 September 1863), 3

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Sir, - I shall feel obliged by your kindly correcting an error which appeared in your report of the Choral Society's concert last evening. The name of Mr. Harvie should have been mentioned as the executant of the Flute Obligato part to the canzonet, "Go Youth Beloved," sung by Miss Regan. This canzonet was composed by me a short time since expressly for my friend, Mr. Harvie, and with in eye to the peculiar beauties and capabilities of the newly-invented cylinder flute. Whether in the production of a subdued quality of tone, or in the execution of rapid scale passages and trills, this instrument is eminently adapted to accompany the voice.
Your obedient servant,
J. H. POLLARD.

ASSOCIATIONS: Montague Harvie (flute); Carl Schmitt (violin)

[Advertisement], Bendigo Advertiser (24 October 1863), 4

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TUESDAY, 27th OCTOBER.DESIRABLE FREEHOLDS AND COTTAGE, OVERLOOKING ROSALIND PARK. For Positive Sale, on Easy Terms. BUCKNALL, BROWN and CO. are favored with instructions from Mr. J. H. Pollard to Sell by Auction, on Tuesday, 27th October, Five Superior Building Allotments, all situate in a most favorable locality for cottage residences, and commanding extensive frontages to Barkly Place. On one allotment is erected a commodious Three-roomed Cottage, newly built . . .

"POLLARD'S MUSICAL ART UNION", Bendigo Advertiser (31 December 1863), 2

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The drawing for the three grand pianos took place last evening at the Metropolitan Hotel. Owing to the rain there was not such a large attendance as might have been, had the weather been dry . . . The winner of the first prize is Mr. Glen, a Melbourne gentleman; of the second Mr. Peel, the cordial manufacturer, on Sandhurst; and of the third Mr. Webb, the National School teacher.

ASSOCIATIONS: William Henderson Glen

"SHIPPING INTELLIGENCE . . . CLEARED OUT, JAN. 27", The Argus (28 January 1864), 4

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Great Britain, s., 1794 tons, J. Gray, for Liverpool, with 440 passengers. Passengers - cabin . . . Mr. J. H. Pollard . . .

[Advertisement], Bendigo Advertiser (15 July 1864), 3

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. . . J. Fairchild, Piano-forte Maker. Music Saloon, Williamson-street, late J. H. Pollard.

ASSOCIATIONS: Joseph Fairchild

Kent, England (1864-1903):

"NEW MUSIC", Exeter and Plymouth Gazette [England] (6 March 1868), 3

"Moonlight Musings by the Sea." A reverie, by J. Henry Pollard. London, Lamborn Cock, Addison and Co., 62 and 63, New Bond-street. This is graceful and attractive if not a highly original pianoforte piece. It is well constructed, carefully written, and has melodious theme underlying the light but not too elaborate accompaniment. In the hands of a moderate performer with a cultivated taste and a delicate touch "Moonlight Musings" would be an effective and elegant bagatelle.

[Advertisement], Thanet Advertiser [England] (6 June 1868), 2

MR. J. HENRY POLLARD, PROFESSOR of Italian and English Singing, and the Pianoforte, begs to announce that he visits Broadstairs and Margate weekly. All communications addressed to his residence, 15, Albion Place, Ramsgate.

"Organ News. RAMSGATE", The musical standard (11 July 1868), 12

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Tt is not known who was the builder of the organ in St. George's Church, Ramsgate. It was enlarged and repaired by Gray and Davison about ten years ago . . . The services are partly choral, and there is a good voluntary choir, under the direction of the organist, whose voluntary playing on the occasion of our visit was as excellent as his accompaniments were judicious and tasteful. - (Communicated.)

[Advertisement], The musical times and singing class circular (1 August 1869), 163

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ROYAL ACADEMY OF MUSIC. It is proposed to perpetuate the memory of the late Mr. CHARLES LUCAS, and the valuable services he rendered to the above Institution in his various offices of Principal, Conductor, Professor of Composition and Violoncello, by instituting a Prize of a GOLD MEDAL, to be given annually to the best Student in Composition. The following SUBSCRIPTIONS have been received . . . J. H. Pollard, Esq. (Ramsgate) - £1 1 0 . . .

England census, 1881, Ramsgate, Kent; UK National Archives, RG 11 / 988

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Elms, 2, Elms Park Terrace / Joseph H. Pollard / Head / 52 / Professor of Music / [born] Devonshire Crediton
Elise E. [Pollard] / Wife / 49 / - / [born] Belgium Bruges

"DEATHS", Kent & Sussex Courier (8 June 1898),

POLLARD. May 22nd, at Ramsgate, Elsie Emily, the wife of J. Henry Pollard, A.R A.M., and eldest daughter of the late W. D. Chantrell, of Bruges, Belgium.

Extrait des registres des actes de décès de la ville de Menton; décès de Joseph Henry Pollard

Du [15 Janury 1903] à cing heures du soir, acte de décès de Joseph Henry Pollard, veuf de Eliza Emily Chantrell décèdé à Hotel Britannia . . . [66 years, sic]

"THE DEATH OF MR. J. HENRY POLLARD", Thanet Advertiser [England] (24 January 1903), 5

Many Ramsgate people will learn with deep regret of the death of Mr. J. Henry Pollard, which occurred recently at Mentone. For many years the deceased gentleman resided at 3, Elms Park-terrace, The Elms, Ramsgate. He was a musician of considerable talent, and was well known in musical circles as a clever pianist and organist. He was also responsible for several compositions. Some thirty years since Mr. Pollard received the appointment of choirmaster and organist of St. George's Church, and during the time he filled that office he was very popular among all with whom his duties brought him into contact. Mr. Pollard was succeeded by Dr. Prior, but he and Mrs. Pollard continued to worship at the church. In politics the deceased gentleman was a Conservative, and he took an active interest in the work of the local habitation of the Primrose League. For some time past Mr. Pollard had not enjoyed good health, and in order to avoid the effects of the English winter he went to Mentone. He was seventy-four years of age.


Musical works:

St. Valentine's day, words by J. Burbidge; music by J. H. Pollard (London: Duff & Hodgson, [1852])

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POLLARD FAMILY - see also Weippert family
POLLARD, James (James POLLARD; Mr. J. POLLARD)

Pianoforte maker (from Collard and Collard, London), organ builder

Born London, England, 14 August 1808; baptised St. Marylebone, 11 September 1808; son of James POLLARD and Jane MALPAS
Married Elizabeth Clara Theresa HICKS (d. 1881), St. George, Hanover Square, 22 July 1832
Arrived Hobart Town, TAS, 17 March 1857 (per Mercia, from London, 13 December 1856)
Died Hotham, VIC, 9 December 1896, aged "87"

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POLLARD, James Joseph (James Joseph POLLARD; Mr. J. J. POLLARD)

Pianoforte maker, musical instrument maker, teacher of music

Born London, England, 10 June 1833; baptised St. Pancras, Camden, 4 August 1833; son of James POLLARD and Elizabeth HICKS (d. VIC, 1881)
Married (1) Mary Eleanor WEIPPERT (1831/32-1874), St. Andrew's by the Wardrobe, Blackfriars, City of London, 24 September 1853
Arrived Hobart Town, TAS, 27 October 1854 (per Columbus, from Plymouth, 4 July)
Married (2) Corunna Elizabeth WEIPPERT (1846-1906), 27 January 1876
Died Townsville, QLD, 1 May 1884

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=James+Joseph+Pollard+1833-1884 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-P-2.php#POLLARD-James-Joseph (shareable link to this entry)

POLLARD, Mary Eleanor (= Mary Eleanor WEIPPERT; Mrs. James Joseph POLLARD [1])

Vocalist

Born London, England, c. 1833; daughter of William WEIPPERT (1809-1857) and Corunna BRADFORD (1810-1889)
Married (1) James Joseph POLLARD, St. Andrew's by the Wardrobe, Blackfriar's, London, 24 September 1853
Active Tasmania, by 1855
Died Launceston, TAS, 7 July 1874, aged 41 years

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-P-2.php#POLLARD-Mary-Eleanor-WEIPPERT (shareable link to this entry)

POLLARD, Corunna Elizabeth (= Corunna Elizabeth WEIPPERT; Mrs. James Joseph POLLARD [2])

"Originator of Pollard's Lilliputian Opera Company"

Born London, England, c. 1846; daughter of William WEIPPERT (1809-1857) and Corunna BRADFORD (1810-1889)
Arrived Melbourne, VIC, 14 March 1864 (per Coldstream, age "16", with mother and sister)
Married James Joseph POLLARD, Launceston, TAS, 27 January 1876
Died Melbourne, VIC, 17 August 1906

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-P-2.php#POLLARD-Corunna-Elizabeth-WEIPPERT (shareable link to this entry)


ASSOCIATIONS: The grandfather of the sisters Mary and Corunna was John Michael Weippert (1775/6-1831), a harpist, was a younger brother of the famous composer and bandmaster John Erhradt Weippert (1766-1823); their mother, Corunna WEIPPERT (born c. 1809), came to Australia, and died at South Melbourne, 29 March 1899; see also in this resource Albert Francis Weippert and Emma Weippert


Surviving children of James Joseph POLLARD and Mary Eleanor WEIPPERT:

POLLARD, Mary Elizabeth (Mary Elizabeth POLLARD; Mrs. EDWARDS)

Born at sea (per Columbus), 6 July 1854
Arrived Hobart, TAS, 27 October 1854 (per Columbus, from Plymouth, 4 July)
Died NSW, 1921

POLLARD, James (junior) (James Henry William POLLARD; "J. J. POLLARD junior")

Musician, conductor and musical director (Pollard's Lilliputian Opera Company)

Born Hobart, TAS, 15 July 1856
Died Rangoon, India, 15 September 1883, aged 27

POLLARD, Henry John (Henry John POLLARD)

Musician, double-bass player, conductor (Brisbane Liedertafel), mining engineer

Born Hobart, TAS, 15 July 1857
Died Sydney, NSW, 27 October 1931, aged 74

POLLARD, Charles Albert (Charles Albert POLLARD)

Violinist

Born Hobart, TAS, 4 August 1858
Died Sydney, NSW, 28 February 1942

POLLARD, Corunna Louisa (Corunna Louisa POLLARD; Mrs. Carlos Henrique NORONHA)

Born Launceston, TAS, 1 February 1860
Died West Virginia, USA, 5 July 1936

POLLARD, Eleanor Jane (Eleanor Jane POLLARD; Mrs. Daniel Patrick CHESTER)

Born Launceston, TAS, 7 August 1861
Died California, USA, 18 May 1944

POLLARD, Alice M. (Alice M. POLLARD; Mrs. LANDESHUT; Mrs. MACKIRDY)

Born Launceston, TAS, 19 May 1863
Died Brighton, VIC, 19 August 1950

POLLARD, Frederick Nelson (Frederick Nelson POLLARD)

Vocalist, flautist

Born Launceston, TAS, 30 August 1864
Died Sydney, NSW, 9 July 1933, in his 69th year

POLLARD, Emily Albertina (Emily Albertina POLLARD; Mrs. Thomas John O'SULLIVAN; "Mrs. Tom POLLARD")

Born Launceston, TAS, 9 September 1865
Died Christchurch, NZ, 3 September 1937

POLLARD, Tom (Thomas John O'SULLIVAN; alias POLLARD)

Opera company director

Born Launceston, TAS, 28 April 1857
Died Christchurch, NZ, 10 August 1922

POLLARD, Violet Maud (Violet Maud POLLARD; Mrs. JUDD; Mrs. CONROY)

Born Launceston, TAS, 8 January 1867
Died Melbourne, VIC, August 1937

POLLARD, May Charlotte (May Charlotte POLLARD)

Vocalist

Born Launceston, TAS, 1 August 1868
Died Sydney, NSW, 26 March 1970

POLLARD, Olive Pauline (Olive Pauline POLLARD; Mrs. Jose Pedro BRAGA)

Born Launceston, TAS, 18 January 1870
Died Hong Kong, 13 February 1952

POLLARD, William Thomas (William Thomas POLLARD)

Born Launceston, TAS, 17 July 1871
Died Johannesburg, South Africa, 15 February 1945

POLLARD, Arthur Hayden Robert (Arthur Hayden Robert POLLARD)

Born Launceston, TAS, 16 October 1873
Died Auckland, NZ, 6 October 1940

POLLARD, Ernest James Mozart (Ernest James Mozart POLLARD)

Born Launceston, TAS, 18 November 1873
Died Caulfield, VIC, 1 January 1936


POLLARD, Lillian Florence Elsie (1882-1975); daughter of James Joseph POLLARD and Corunna WEIPPERT


Summary:

The entry (1) documents James Joseph Pollard's musical activities in detail up to around 1861 and selectively to around 1870; and (2) registers basic birth, marriage, and death documentation for his surviving children.

However, the entry does not attempt to document or summarise the later performing activities of the Pollard and his talented family, by the mid 1870s in Pollard's juvenile string band, and towards the end of the decade in the Pollard juvenile opera company, which fall in a period after this resource's main chronological focus.


Documentation:

London, England (1808-54):

Baptisms solemnized in the parish of St. Marylebone, Westminster, September 1808; register 1793-1810; London Metropolitan Archives

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/1624/images/31280_194652-00540 (PAYWALL)

[September] 11 / James Pollard of James & Jane / B. 14 Aug.

Marriages solemnized in the parish of St. George Hanover Square in the county of Middlesex, in the year 1832; register 1800-11, page 143; London Metropolitan Archives

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/1623/images/31547_212694-00175 (PAYWALL)

No. 508 / James Pollard of this Parish and Elizabeth Clara Theresa Hicks of this Parish were married in this Church by Banns this [22 July 1832] . . .

Baptisms solemnized in the parish of Saint Pancras, in the county of Middlesex, in the year [1833]; register, 1832-34, page 324; London Metropolitan Archives

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/1558/images/31280_194993-00201 (PAYWALL)

No. 1278 / [August] 4th / James Joseph / [son of] James & Elizabeth / Pollard / Charlton Street / Cabinet Maker . . .

Baptisms solemnized in the parish of Christ Church St Pancras . . . in the year 1840; register, 1837-73, page 63; London Metropolitan Archives

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/1558/images/31280_197818-00044 (PAYWALL)

Nos. 499-503 / 1840 Feb'y 12 / James Christian son of / William & Coruna / Weippert / 22 Clarence Gardens / Musician
[same date and details] Mary Eleanor dau'r of // William son of // Louisa dau'r of // Henry Nelson son of

1853, marriage solemnized at the church . . . of St. Andrew by the Wardrobe in the City of London; register, 1852-78, page 13; London Metropolitan Archives

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/1623/images/31281_a100897-0001 (PAYWALL)

[No.] 25 / September 24th 1853 / James Joseph Pollard / Full / Bachelor / Carpenter / Marmion Street / [son of] James Pollard / Carpenter
Mary Eleanor Weippert / Full / Spinster / - / - / [daughter of] William Weippert / Pianist . . .

Hobart, TAS (1854-59):

Descriptive list of immigrants by the Columbus, James and Mary Pollard; Tasmanian names index; NAME_INDEXES:1512056

https://stors.tas.gov.au/NI/1512056 

https://stors.tas.gov.au/CB7-12-1-2$init=CB7-12-1-2P46 (DIGITISED)

Pollard James / 20 / [born] Middlesex / Carpenter
[Pollard] Mary / 21 / [born] London / Dress maker

https://stors.tas.gov.au/CB7-12-1-2$init=CB7-12-1-2P44 (DIGITISED)

LIST OF BIRTHS ONBOARD / Pollard / Mary / 1854 / July 6 / Female

There is also a local Hobart birth record, registered in Hobart on 7 November by the master of the Columbus

https://stors.tas.gov.au/NI/958865 

https://stors.tas.gov.au/RGD33-1-5$init=RGD33-1-5-P108 

Baptisms solemnized in the parish of St. David's in the county of Buckingham in the year 1855; Tasmanian names index; NAME_INDEXES:1091446; RGD32/1/3/ no 4601

https://stors.tas.gov.au/NI/1091446 

https://stors.tas.gov.au/RGD32-1-3$init=RGD32-1-3-P703 (DIGITISED)

No. 933 / [baptised] 26th August 1855 / [born] 6th July 1855 [sic, recte 1854] / Mary Elizabeth / [daughter of] James and Mary / Pollard / Murray Street / Pianoforte maker . . .

[Advertisement], The Tasmanian Daily News (28 September 1855), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article203388362 

J. J. POLLARD, (From Collard and Collard, London),
PIANOFORTE AND ORGAN MAKER, And General Repairer of Musical Instruments,
112, MURRAY STREET, Corner of Bathurst-street.

[Advertisement], Colonial Times (17 March 1856), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article8787828

J. J. POLLARD,
FROM Collard and Collard, Pianoforte and Organ Makers,
112, Murray-street, corner of Bathurst street.
Pianofortes tuned and thoroughly repaired, polished, packed, and moved.
N.B.- Every description of Musical Instruments tuned and repaired.

1856, births in the district of Hobart; Tasmanian names index; NAME_INDEXES:960975; RGD33/1/6/ no 1451

https://stors.tas.gov.au/NI/960975 

https://stors.tas.gov.au/RGD33-1-6$init=RGD33-1-6-P344 (DIGITISED)

[No.] 1451 / July 15th / Male] / [father] James Pollard / [mother] Mary Eleanor Wieppert [sic] / Piano Forte maker / James Pollard Father Murray Street

[Advertisement], The Courier (20 August 1856), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2505340 

MUSICAL. J. J. POLLARD, 112, Murray Street, (From COLLARD and COLLARD, London.)
PIANOFORTES Thoroughly Repaired, Polished, Silked, Packed and Moved.
ORGANS TUNED AND REPAIRED.
HARMONIUMS, SERAPHINES, BARREL-ORGANS, Guitars, Harps, Flutinas, Musical Boxes, Concertinas and every description of Musical Instruments TUNED, REPAIRED, BOUGHT, SOLD or EXCHANGED.
Instruments kept in Tune by the Year or Quarter. An Apprentice Wanted. July 31.

[Advertisement], The Courier (4 August 1856), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2505061 

MUSICAL. J. J. POLLARD, PIANOFORTE AND ORGAN MAKER, 112, Murray-street, (Corner of Bathurst-street), from Collard and Collard, London . . .
J. J. P. begs to inform his Friends and the Public that, from the increase of his business, he has engaged with several London and German Practical Musical Instrument Makers, Tuners, &c. . . .

[Advertisement], Colonial Times (14 November 1856), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article8781859 

MUSICAL. J. J. POLLARD, 112, Murray-street . . .
Mr. P.. at the suggestion of several of the elite of Hobarton, has completed his arrangements for the punctual attendance of a most efficient and respectable STRING QUADRILLE BAND, at the private parties and assemblies of those who may honor him with their patronage. Punctuality may be depended upon. AN APPRENTICE WANTED.

"MUSICAL", Colonial Times (21 March 1857), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article8783749 

We understand that Mr. Pollard, of Murray-street, has received the assistance he expected from England, by the "Mercia," and is now prepared to execute orders for tuning and repairing musical instruments of all descriptions. Mr. Pollard has imported some novelties in musical instruments by the same opportunity. We are glad to learn that the sassafras, and other colonial woods, are so well adapted for the purpose that Mr. Pollard proposes to construct pianos and organs of colonial wood alone, and is confident that they will present many advantages over those made in England.

Descriptive list of immigrants per Mercia from London 13 December 1856, arrived Hobart Town, 17 March 1857; Tasmanian names index; NAME_INDEXES:1512058; CB7/12/1/7 p142

https://stors.tas.gov.au/NI/1512058 

https://stors.tas.gov.au/CB7-12-1-7$init=CB7-12-1-7P100 (DIGITISED)

Pollard James / 44 [sic] // Elizabeth / 38 // Elizabeth / 8 // Emma / 7 // Charlotte / 5 // Edwin Keilor / 1

[Advertisement], The Courier (12 June 1857), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2459796 

NOTICE. THE Undersigned having transferred the TUNING of PIANOS to Messrs. POLLARD, SON & LOVEDAY, Elizabeth-street, three doors from Patrick-street, request that all orders will in future be sent to them.
H. & D. have arranged with P. S. & L. to complete all annual tunings that have been contracted by them. HUXTABLE & DEAKIN, Hobart Town, June 5.

ASSOCIATIONS: Henry William Loveday (pianoforte tuner and repairer)

1857, births in the district of Hobart Town; Tasmanian names index; NAME_INDEXES:962233; RGD33/1/7 no 715

https://stors.tas.gov.au/NI/962233 

https://stors.tas.gov.au/RGD33-1-7$init=RGD33-1-7P02 (DIGITISED)

[No.] 715 / July 15 / [Male] / [father] James Joseph Pollard / Eleanor Mary Pollard formerly Weippert / Piano Forte maker / . . .

[Advertisement], Colonial Times (1 August 1857), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article8786186 

NOTICE. H. W. LOVEDAY . . . BEGS to inform the inhabitants of Tasmania that he has no connection whatever with the firm of Messrs. Pollard & Son, Elizabeth-street, from this date . . . July 30th, 1857.

"COURT OF REQUESTS.THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 3RD, 1857 . . . POLLARD v. SCREEN", The Hobart Town Advertiser (7 September 1857), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article264650248 

Mr. McMinn for plaintiff. Mr. Crisp for defendant. An action for £8 for repairs to a pianoforte.
J. J. Pollard deposed that he agreed to put the piano in thorough repair for £10 and to allow him the use of a piano while the repair was being done. It was put into a complete state of repair, and was returned in five months.
Cross-examined - I have performed the contract. When I delivered the piano it was in a better state of repair than when I got it.
Mr. Pollard, plaintiff's father, deposed that he had been a pianoforte maker twenty-six years. The piano (a square) was at his son's house in March last, when he arrived in this colony. It was out of repair in every part. The case and the action. From the number of insects inside, witness judged it had been out of repair some time. It had also been in the hands of some one who did not understand it. (A laugh.) The instrument was in as good repair when it went home as an instrument of that kind could be, £8 was paid on account, but upon applying for the balance, complaint was made, and permission was refused to see it, or to do anything to it that was necessary. Witness had worked for Messrs. Collard and Collard twenty years. Mr. Crisp stated the defence to be that the instrument had not been put in thorough repair, and therefore the plaintiff was not entitled to recover.
J. M. Stanley a pianoforte tuner, deposed that he had seen the piano before it was repaired, and he saw it after it was returned. The work was not done in a workmanlike manner, and it was not in a thorough state of repair.
Cross-examined by the plaintiff (Mr. McMinn having withdrawn from the case, not being able to cross-examine according to the technical phraseology) - I have been a tuner nine years. I am a gardener also, and I believe I am a judge. I have not been brought up to the trade. As a tuner I work in the finisher's shop.
Re-examined - I served my apprenticeship in London and had 3000 pianos through my hands.
By the Commissioner - I am not with Messrs. Pollard now; there have been collisions between us.
H. W. Loveday, (a professional tuner of musical instruments) deposed that he saw the piano twice before Messrs. Pollard had it; I saw it when it was returned; it was in a worse state then. The sounding board was put in by screws and nails, which was wrong.
By the court - I came out months ago from Messrs. Broadwood's. I came to Messrs. Huxtable and Deakin. The Commissioner reproved the witness for importing aspersions into evidence.
Continued - I did not assist in putting the sounding board in. I tuned it, I never passed it as being perfectly fit to go home.
Plaintiff - Did you ever embezzle monies belonging to us?
Witness - That's a matter for the Supreme Court.
Commissioner - I shall blow this case out of court, if it goes on like this.
By Mr McMinn - I did not send for Messrs. Pollard to go and examine it. I was asked to look at the piano, and gave my opinion on it.
The Commissioner reprehended the witness for being a pert boy, and said this court should not be made a thorough bear-garden.
Albert Weber, pianoforte maker and organ builder, deposed that he had examined the piano. It is not in the best state, it could be better. It wants covers to the hammers. It is not in a state like a piano that is repaired. The leather is not new leather.
By the court - I know Messrs. Pollard I have had no quarrel. I put up the new organ at the Cathedral. Putting a piano in repair, does not mean putting every thing new. I would rather make a new piano. (Laughter).
By the plaintiff - This is a square piano, and it is different, I only looked at the action. I have been many years in the business. My father had a manufactory before me.
Re-examined - If I contracted to put a piano in repair, I should not put in such leathers.
Mr. Screen the defendant, proved that he had one piano in the house; his daughter played on it and no one else, except the professional gentlemen: the contract was to put it into thorough repair.
Cross-examined - I have had several persons to look at it. Mrs. Screen first called my attention to the instrument being harsh. Your father did not ask me to let him see the instrument. He said whatever wanted doing to it should be done, and he would take it back. I said I would not allow it to go out of my possession.
Mr. Pollard sen. was recalled to give further evidence as to the leather. He said no leathers were deficient, and they were new leather.
Mr. Pollard jun. the plaintiff, now addressed the Commissioner in reply to the whole case.
The Commissioner made some enquiries of Mr. Pollard sen respecting the instrument, which he answered, when the Commissioner observed that he was sorry the case was left to him.
Mr. Crisp made some further remarks, and stated that if the instrument was not thoroughly repaired the defendant must have the verdict.

ASSOCIATIONS: John Millwood Stanley (pianoforte tuner); Albert Weber (piano maker)

[Advertisement], The Hobart Town Mercury (11 November 1857), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article3245579 

Musical Repository. PIANOFORTE & ORGAN MANUFACTORY.
138, Elizabeth-street, three doors from Patrick-street.
POLLARD & CO, FROM the Eminent firms of Messrs. Broadwood's, Collard, and Collard, and also of Gray and Davidson's, Organ Builders, London.
J. Pollard and Co , are ready to undertake the Building of Church or Chamber Organs, Harmoniums, or the repairing and tuning the same for which satisfactory reference will be given.
Seraphine, Harps, Barrel Organs, Flutinas, Concertinas, Musical Boxes, Violins, and every description of Musical Instruments tuned, repaired, bought, sold or exchanged, and by commission.
Pianos repaired, silked, polished, packed, and removed at the London prices.
Selection of the newest music. An apprentice wanted.
PIANOFORTE TUNING. To meet the exigencies of the times J. P. & Co., have determined to adopt the LONDON PRICES until further notice, namely, 3s., for a SINGLE TUNED, ANNUAL 15s, in town; a proportionate low charge for the country which J. P. and Co. intend visiting at regular periods.
To the inhabitants of NEW NORFOLK and the surrounding districts -
J. P. will visit the above Township on the 2nd proximo, and remain a few days, will be happy to receive any orders he may be favoured with at the "Bush Inn." Oct. 29.

"INSOLVENT COURT. WEDNESDAY, MARCH 3RD, 1858", Tasmanian Weekly News (6 March 1858), 74-75

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article232507776 

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article232507800 

IN RE JAMES JOSEPH POLLARD. First meeting. Mr. McMinn for insolvent, handed in the usual papers and affidavits.
The following debts were proved: Effir Macquarie for £5 2s. 6d., for wages. Order made for payment.
Westbrook and Butler £39 19s. 10d., upon a judgment recovered in the Supreme Court.
John Davies for £39 2s., not admitted, - except as to £8.
Insolvent was examined by Mr. Crisp, on behalf of Mr. Heblewhite; - I am a piano forte tuner and [75] have been carrying that business for some time. I received a piano from Mr. Hebblewhite about 2 1/2 years ago, to repair in the first instance. Afterwards I had it for sale. The arrangement for this sale was about two months after I first received it. Mr. Hebblewhite authorised me to see it in the presence of George Mason, whom I believe to be in Hobart Town. Secondly, the wife of George Mason, and thirdly a person named Nathaniel Pierce, then in my employment. Mr. Hebblewhite told me I was to sell it for £12, or do anything with it which would bring in that money. Six months ago I sold a portion of the instrument, namely a portion of the sounding board, the ends, checks, plinth, breast-plank bridge, top, legs, keylocks, standard, two outer linings, stickers. There remain the bottom block, key bottom, great portion of the keys, part of the key nails, a portion of the hoppers, levers, hammers, strings, breast pin. Mr. Hebblewhite did not authorise me to divide the instrument in that way. He told me I might do what ever I thought proper. I said the portions of the instrument named to Mr. Wedge, of Oatlands. I got paid with a bill for £33, at three or six months, I forget which. I got it discounted, at Mr. Knight's on the Wharf. I gave no part of the money to Mr. Hebblewhite. It is about five months ago since I got it discounted.

By Mr. McMinn: In the first instance the bargain was that I was to repair it for £5. I had not then seen the interior of the instrument. After I saw the interior of it I sent for Mr. Hebblewhite. The whole of the action of it through the stuff of which it was made being green and of rough material, was cracked and split all to pieces. It was impossible to repair it without putting the whole of those parts in new. The strings were all odd and I had to find a new set entirely. I then told Mr. Hebblewhite that it was impossible to perform the contract for £6, owing to the state the instrument was in. It was at that time he authorised me to sell it. He offered it to me for a bill at three months for £10. The same that he gave for it. Then for a bill for £12 at six months, which I would not accept. I put a great deal of new material into it before I sold it. I looked upon it as mine, for purposes of sale on Mr. Hebblewhite's behalf. The new material placed into the instrument made it worth £20 or £25. The packing case would be worth £4.

Insolvent was examined by Mr. R. W. Butler, on his own behalf, and deposed - I have been in business in Hobart Town a little better than three years. I never had any stock. I have been doing some work at Clarence Plains church lately. I have received payment by an organ, which I have sold for £13 4s. I paid my rent with this money. I discovered I was insolvent when I paid the rent, that was two days previous to the declaration. There are debts due to me of about £120, or £130, but I can't say how much of these are good.
Mr. Butler then applied for twelve months accounts. His Honor made the order.

Insolvent examined by Mr. Davies, and said when your account was sent to me I did not offer you a bill for £25 at 3 months. The admission of £25 in my schedule of debts is an error. I dispute every individual item in your account, as to the amounts. The first general meeting, and for discharge, were fixed for the 17th March.

"INSOLVENT COURT", The Courier (30 April 1858), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2462363 

At an Insolvent Court holden on Wednesday . . . An adjourned meeting was holden for hearing the application for an order of discharge of James Joseph Pollard . . . Mr. McMinn then applied for an order for the insolvent's discharge, which was granted.

1858, births in the district of Hobart Town; Tasmanian names index; NAME_INDEXES:963320; RGD33/1/7 no 1802

https://stors.tas.gov.au/NI/963320 

https://stors.tas.gov.au/RGD33-1-7$init=RGD33-1-7P124 (DIGITISED)

[No.] 1802] / August 4th / Male / [father] James Joseph Pollard / Mary Eleanor Pollard formerly Weippert / Organ Builder / James Joseph Pollard, father, Murray Street . . .

[Advertisement], The Courier (3 November 1858), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2464937 

NOTICE TO COUNTRY RESIDENTS. THE Undersigned begs to inform his late friends and patrons in the interior that MR. J. J POLLARD (from Collard & Collard) is the only authorised person to collect monies or tune and repair pianos, organs, &c. &c., on my behalf.
H. W. LOVEDAY, November 3.

Launceston, TAS (from mid 1859):

[Advertisement], Launceston Examiner (4 August 1859), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article38996840 

"MUSICAL", Launceston Examiner (4 August 1859), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article38996843 

It will be seen by advertisement that Mr. Loveday having engaged the services of Mr. J. J. Pollard, recently of Hobart Town, he is enabled to extend his business very materially; and he is now prepared to undertake the repair, tuning, &c., of organs, harmoniums, piano-fortes, &c. Mr. Loveday has testimonials from Broadwood and Son, by whom he was employed for some time as tuner; and Mr. Pollard has testimonials of efficiency from Collard and Collard, with whom he served his apprenticeship; from Lady Young, Mr. Packer, Mr. Elliston, and others.

ASSOCIATIONS: Augusta Young (wife of Henry Young, governor); Frederick Alexander Packer (musician); William Gore Elliston (amateur musician)

1860, births in the district of Launceston; Tasmanian names index; NAME_INDEXES:1007272; RGD33/1/38 no 96

https://stors.tas.gov.au/NI/1007272 

https://stors.tas.gov.au/RGD33-1-38$init=RGD33-1-38P623 (DIGITISED)

[No.] 1587 / 1 February / - / Female / [father] James Joseph Pollard / Mary Pollard formerly Wippert [sic] / Piano Forte tuner . . .

Baptisms Wesleyan Church Launceston 1860 (4 June 1860); Tasmanian names index; NAME_INDEXES:1092422; RGD32/1/4 no 5576

https://stors.tas.gov.au/NI/1092422 

https://stors.tas.gov.au/RGD32-1-4$init=RGD32-1-4P15 (DIGITISED)

[No.] 1133 / [baptised] 12th June 1860 / [born] 2 August 1860 ("1859") [sic, recte 1858] / Charles Albert / [son of] James Joseph and Mary Eleanor / Pollard / Pianoforte tuner . . .

[Advertisement], The Cornwall Chronicle [Launceston, TAS] (10 November 1860), 7

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article65990121 

MUSICAL, PIANOFORTES, Organs, Harmoniums, Flutinas, Musical Boxes, thoroughly tuned and repaired by J. J. Pollard, nine years in the firm of Collard and Collard, London. Orders received by Mr. Hudson, stationer, Brisbane-street, or opposite the Club Hotel. J. J. Pollard will visit the country districts three times in the year.

"TOWN TALK AND TABLE CHAT", The Cornwall Chronicle (14 December 1861), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article65570112 

We visited Mr. J. J. Pollard's Pianoforte maker, of Brisbane Street, and had much pleasure in examining several pianofortes in different stages of repair, but our purpose was to inspect one in particular. A pianoforte, constructed on the most approved and scientific principle of acoustic, the scale being the same as now used in the firm where J. J. P. served his time, viz., Collard & Collard. The sounding board, rest plank, bridges, bars, sweep-side, blocks, butments, springs, parts, &c., are made of Colonial woods, - viz, Huon pine, cedar, blackwood, and sassafras. The piano proves a full and sonorous sound, the touch extremely light. The manufacturer assures us that some of the woods of this Colony are superior to any now used in Europe for the production of sound. Mr. P's. connection with the above firm, and this specimen of his handiwork must convince every one who hears or examines it that he is a thorough master of the many branches of his profession, and we have no doubt that when the fact becomes generally known the advantages of the Colonial wood over the wood now used for sounding boards in Europe, and the possibility of obtaining a pianoforte made to order in this Colony, a profusion of orders will reward Mr. Pollard for his perseverance and skill, and induce him to devote himself entirely to the manufacture of Colonial pianofortes. The instrument will be on view for a week. On looking over the many testimonials of efficiency presented to Mr. J. J. P. we notice the following names: - Lady Young, Mr. Hanchett, (Professor of Music), Dr. Boyd, L L.D., the late Commissary Walker, Mr. F. A. Packer, (Professor of Music), Dr. Grant, Mr. E. F. Sharland, Mr. J. Gibson, Dr. Maddox, Mr. Grubb, Mr. Tuckfield, (Wesleyan Minister), Rev. J. Norman, Mr. F. Falls, Dr. Moore, Rev. H. V. Murray, Rev. W. Brickwood, Mr. Barnett, (Clifton House), Mr. S. Tapfield, (Professor of Music), Mr. Gore Elliston, Miss Cowie, (Brooksted), Mr. Phelps, Mr. Kimis, (Keniton Place), and Collard and Collard.

ASSOCIATIONS: John Hanchette (musician); Samuel Tapfield (musician)

[Advertisement], Launceston Examiner (14 November 1865), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article38663470

In the matter of the Insolvency of James Joseph Pollard, of St. John-street, Launceston, in Tasmania, musical instrument maker . . .

"INSOLVENT COURT. TUESDAY, DECEMBER 14", Launceston Examiner (16 December 1865), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article38664095

In re JAMES JOSEPH POLLARD, of Launceston, pianoforte maker.
Second meeting and on application for discharge. Mr. Butler appeared for insolvent.
Insolvent, examined by Mr. Campion - I know Mr. Patrick Kearney of Campbell Town. I received from him about 14th or 15th Nov., 1864, a harp to repair; I was to receive £7 for the repairs . . .
I think I told you the harp was worth £15; on the following Saturday it was taken to Mr. Tucker's auction rooms and sold; it was not advertised; a man named Weippert, a brother-in-law of mine, took away the harp for sale; I attended the sale; my brother-in-law bought the harp for Mr. Wadham for 30s. Mr. Wadham paid for it in my presence. The ordinary price of a modern harp is from £2 to £500. This harp is about a hundred years old. That would not make it more valuable a than a modern harp, for it is only single action. Modern harps are double action . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Albert Francis Weippert

"POLICE COURT . . . MONDAY, AUGUST 8 . . . PERJURY", Launceston Examiner (9 August 1870), 5

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John Garr appeared to answer a charge preferred against him by James Joseph Pollard of having committed wilful and corrupt perjury on the 2nd August during the hearing of a case at the Court of Requests, in which he gave evidence as a witness. Mr. Rocher appeared on behalf of Mr. Pollard, and Mr. Campion for the defence. Mr. Rocher opened the case by stating that on the 22nd July last, Mr. Garr filed a plaint against Mr. Pollard for £18 4s 4d, the case being heard at the Court of Requests on Tuesday last, when a verdict was given against Mr. Pollard. During the hearing of the case one of the principal questions which arose was whether a certain pianoforte was sold or merely let on hire to Mr. Gurr. He (Gurr) swore it was sold to him by Pollard, who on the other hand swore it was only let on hire . . .

"POLLARD'S LILLIPUTIAN OPERA COMPANY", The Mercury (15 May 1880), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article226508507 

We understand that Mr. J. J. Pollard has taken the theatre for the 25th inst., when his Lilliputian Opera Company, comprising over sixty performers, whose ages vary from four to fifteen years, will make a first appearance here.

"POLLARD'S LILLIPUTIAN OPERA COMPANY", Launceston Examiner (11 March 1881), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article38220334

The announcement in our Hobart telegram that Mr. J. J. Pollard and his Juvenile Opera Company had left by the Rotomahana yesterday for New Zealand, may surprise some of our readers, but the fact is that Mr. Pollard completed arrangements long before leaving Launceston with Mr. Walter Reynolds to join his company in a New Zealand tour with "Juvenile Pinafore." Mr. Pollard takes besides his own family (comprising orchestra, and actors and actresses), the Melbourne juveniles who recently appeared here with the company, and other youngsters, there being about thirty in his party. The company will open at Invercargill on 19th inst., and will afterwards visit all the principal towns in the Middle Island round to the West Coast.

"A FATAL ACCIDENT", The Mercury (3 November 1883), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article9024419

Under this heading the Rangoon Times of the 15th September last, gives the following account of the death of a well-known Tasmanian: The good folks of Rangoon received a very painful and startling shock yesterday morning. Just about 2 o'clock the report of a pistol was heard in the British Burma Hotel, and on the inmates of the building turning out to see what was the matter, they found Mr. James Joseph Pollard, the musical director of Pollards Lilliputian Opera Company lying on his face at the head of one of the back staircases, with a revolver shot wound through his head, and a newly discharged revolver with two chambers still loaded, lying underneath him. The unfortunate man, who was quite insensible, was at once removed to his bed . . . the sufferer lingered till 10 minutes past 7, when he died, not having ever once recovered consciousness in the interval. The unfortunate man's death is believed to have been purely accidental. He was somewhat addicted to toying with firearms . . . Mr. Pollard was only 27 years of age. R.I.P.

"LOCAL NEWS", Maryborough Chronicle, Wide Bay and Burnett Advertiser (5 May 1884), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article146681797 

Death has played havoc in the ranks of the Pollard family since the amusing Liliputians visited Maryborough. Mr. James Pollard, Jun., the musical conductor, was accidentally killed at Singapore [sic], and now we learn that Mr. Pollard, senior, the head of the organisation, died on Saturday at Charters Towers. The deceased gentleman was father of eighteen children, all of whom are musical in a remarkable degree.

"DEATH OF MR. J. POLLARD", Launceston Examiner (6 May 1884), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article90549303 

Yesterday afternoon Mr. Sub-Inspector Sullivan received a telegram from his son, Mr. T. Sullivan, who has been the business manager for a long time past of Pollard's Liliputian [sic] Opera Troupe, stating that Mr. J. J. Pollard had died at Charters Towers, Queensland, where the company have recently been appearing. Mr. Pollard was, in failing health for some time prior to leaving India, and the death at Rangoon of his eldest son was a great blow to him. Mr. Pollard was widely known in Tasmania as he had been a resident of Launceston for some thirty years, carrying on his profession as piano forte tuner and teacher of music prior to entering into the operatic line of business. He had a very large family, some sixteen in all, whom he brought up creditably; and as a musical family we suppose they could not be equalled in the colonies. His success in the production of "Pinafore" in Launceston, with a company almost entirely composed of amateurs, led to his repeating this popular opera with a company of local juveniles with equal success, and he afterwards organised the juvenile company with which he has travelled through most of the Australian colonies, and visited India, Burmah, and Singapore, and he was returning home through Queensland at the time of his death.

"DEATH OF MR. J. POLLARD", Daily Telegraph [Launceston, TAS] (6 May 1884), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article149429607 

A private telegram was received in town yesterday from Rockhampton, conveying the intelligence that Mr. J. J. Pollard died their [sic] yesterday morning. We regret to hear that another old familiar face familiar to Launceston for more than a quarter of a century, has gone for ever. Mr. James Joseph Pollard followed the business of pianoforte and organ tuner for many years, and as his son grew up he organised a capital string band, which performed at festivities public and private in town and country until Mr. Pollard took up a new line of business. He trained and organised here the Liliputian Opera Troupe, which has become so famous throughout these colonies and India. Those who have been delighted with their exquisite rendering of Pinafore, and Les Cloches de Corneville are in a position to appreciate the musical and dramatic skill of Mr. and Mrs. Pollard, and the tact and quiet perseverance they, with the Messrs. Pollard junior, and the Messrs. Pollard, put forth in training such young people to vie in ability in their impersonations with veteran adult artists. A social storm was raised in Melbourne against Mr. Pollard for taking the juvenile company to India, but after close enquiry as to the treatment of the children by Mr. and Mrs. Pollard, the storm lulled without serious damage to any one. We learnt last month that Mr. Pollard was very ill at Calcutta, and not likely to recover. He had, it appears, left India and reached Rockhampton, on his return probably to Launceston, when he sank and died at Rockhampton yesterday morning.

[News], Australian Town and Country Journal (5 July 1884), 18

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article71014297

Messrs. Malleson, England, and Stewart have accepted, on behalf of the Melbourne ARGUS, service of a writ for £5000 damages, issued by Mrs. Corunna Pollard, in consequence of an article in that journal animadverting on the conduct of the managers of the Pollard Juvenile Opera Troupe. Actions will also be instituted against another Melbourne paper and a member of Parliament who made himself prominent in connection with the return of the children from India.

"DEATHS", The Argus (30 March 1889), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article6235160

WEIPPERT.- On the 29th inst., at South Melbourne, Corunna Gootch Weippert, relict of the late William Weippert, of London, professor of music, and quadrille bandmaster to the Royal Family, mother of Mrs. B. R. Patey, of North Melbourne, and Mrs. J. J. Pollard, of Northcote, aged 81 years. At rest.

"DEATHS", The Age (10 December 1896), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article193456459 

POLLARD. - On the 9th December, at Melbourne, James Pollard, the dearly beloved father of Mrs. Yates, Mr. Thorn and Mrs. Woll, aged 87 years. An old colonist of 37 years.

"PERSONAL", The Advertiser [Adelaide, SA] (22 August 1906), 6

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5094379

Mrs. Corunna Elizabeth Roberts, the originator of Pollard's Lilliputian Opera Company which played in Adelaide some years ago, died last week at the age of 59 years.

"DEATHS", The Sydney Morning Herald (10 July 1933), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article16989793

POLLARD. - July 9, 1933, at a hospital, Frederick Nelson Pollard, dearly loved husband of Louisa Pollard and fond father of Mrs. H. L. Armati, F. W. Pollard and Reginald Pollard. in his 69th year.

"THE LATE F. N. POLLARD", The Sydney Morning Herald (15 July 1933), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article16991367

The death has occurred of Mr. Frederick Nelson Pollard, a member of the well-known Australian theatrical family of that name. Mr. Pollard's father, the late Mr. J. J. Pollard, of Launceston, established Pollard's Lilliputian Opera Company, which, in the eighteen eighties, roused great enthusiasm on its tours of Australia, New Zealand, and the East. The company was a training-ground for many artists, who subsequently won distinction on the stage. From the age of 12, Mr. Pollard showed exceptional brlllinnce as a flautist. Mr. John Lemmone, writing to Miss May Pollard, says: "I always looked upon him as a very accomplished musician, whom I anticipated would become a famous artist. Had he not divided his talents in other directions, he most certainly would have gained a high position." When Miss Pollard, at the age of 17, came to Sydney to play Phyllis in the first production of "Dorothy," under the Williamson, Garner, and Musgrove management, Mr. Pollard accompanied his sister, and played in the orchestra . . .


Bibliography and resources:

Peter Downes, The Pollards: a family and its child and adult opera companies in New Zealand and Australia, 1880-1910 (Wellington NZ: Steele Roberts, 2002)

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/22293240

"Pollard, Tom", The Encyclopedia of New Zealand

http://www.teara.govt.nz/en/biographies/2p23/pollard-tom

Pollard's Lilliputian Opera Company

https://heritage.darebinlibraries.vic.gov.au/article/463

May Pollard collection of photographs of Australian and overseas actors and theatre personalities - chiefly, approximately 1870-1900; State Library of New South Wales

http://archival.sl.nsw.gov.au/Details/archive/110077014

Pollard's Lilliputian Opera Company, Wikipedia

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pollard'silliputian_Opera_Company 

Peter Downes and Charles Pitt, "Pollard", Grove music online

https://doi.org/10.1093/gmo/9781561592630.article.O005769 (PAYWALL)




POLLITT, William (William POLLITT)

Pianist

Active Williamstown, VIC, 1859-60

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-P-2.php#POLLITT-William (shareable link to this entry)


Documentation:

[Advertisement], Williamstown Chronicle (24 December 1859), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article68569480 

RAILWAY-HOTEL (Late Rainbow Hotel,) - CECIL STREET, WILLIAMSTOWN. CHRISTMAS HOLIDAYS!
THE Proprietor of the above hotel begs to inform his friends and the public that have kindly patronised his establishment for the last two years, that on account of his desire to afford them Amusement during the ensuing Holidays, that he intends giving a SERIES of CONCERTS every evening in the week; and for his friends' amusement he has engaged first-class talent, hoping he will have the pleasure of seeing them, in order that he may have the happiness of wishing them A MERRY CHRISTMAS AND A HAPPY NEW YEAR.
MR. AND MRS. PENDLETON Will will introduce some of the most Celebrated Comic and Sentimental Duets, for which they have obtained Australian renown.
The Celebrated Tenor Singer MR. HENDERSON, from Sydney, Will introduce some of the most Popular Songs of the day.
Will conclude the Evening's Entertainment with his inimitable Performances on the Bone Castinets and Three Tamborines, a feat never achieved by any other performer in the Colonies.
Musical Director and Pianist, Mr. W. POLLITT . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: John and Emma Pendleton (entertainers, vocalists)

[Advertisement], Williamstown Chronicle (21 January 1860), 1

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FREE CONCERT TO-NIGHT, At the Railway Hotel, Cecil Street, Williamstown Entire Change of Entertainments. Mr. and Mrs. Gardiner will have the honour of appearing at the above hotel Every Night This Week, introducing some of the most Popular and Comic Sentimental Duets of the Day. Mr. GARDINER will also introduce some of his celebrated Burlesques on Hamlet, Macbeth, and Richard the Third; &c., &c. Mr. WILLIAM POLLITT Will Preside at the Pianoforte.




POOLE, Mr. (Mr. POOLE)

Amateur musician, cellist, violoncello / bass viol player, vocalist

Active Adelaide, SA, 1842-44

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Mr+Poole+violoncello+1840s (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-P-2.php#POOLE-Mr-1840s (shareable link to this entry)


Summary:

It has not yet been possible to identify Poole, who disappears from musical record after January 1844. Of two possible contenders, perhaps the less likely is the surveyor James Poole, who perished on Charles Sturt's expedition in 1845. The other, George Herbert Poole (1806-1869), a schoolmaster and adherent of the Swedenborgian "New Church", had arrived in South Australia by c. 1840, and left the colony for Mauritius c. 1845 (on Poole, see Theresa Walker = Mrs. G. H. Poole)


Documentation:

[Advertisement], Southern Australian (28 September 1841), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article71615405 

CONCERT. MESSRS. EDWARDS AND BENNETT beg to announce their intention of giving a Concert of Miscellaneous Music, on Thursday next, the 30th instant, in the Large Room of the South Australian Company's New Buildings, Rundle-street.
Programme: PART I.
OVERTURE - Otello - ROSSINI.
DUETT - Messrs. Edwards & Ewens - Sound the Trumpet boldly - I PURITANI - BELLINI
DUETT - Violin and Violoncello - Messrs. Bennett & Poole - REINAGLE
SONG - Lady Amateur - When crown'd with Summer Roses - HOBBS
GBAND VARIATIONS - Flute - On Malbrook - Gent. Amateur - BUCHER
SONG - Mr. Edwards - Friend of the Brave - CALLCOTT
GLEE - A Lady, Messrs. Edwards, Ewens and Poole - If this delicious grateful Flower - HAWES
PART II.
GRAND TRIO - Piano, Violin, and Violoncello - A Lady, Messrs. Bennett and Poole - HUMMELL
SONG - Mr. Ewens - The Land of the West - LOVER
GRAND DIVERTIMENTO - Violoncello - Mr. Poole - MAYSEDER
POLACCA - I Puritani - A Lady - Son Virgin - BELLINI
SONG - Mr. Edwards - Ye Mariners of England - NEUKOMM
DUETT - A Lady and Mr. Ewens, The Butterfly - SALE
FINALE- God Save the Queen.
Tickets 6s. each - to be had at Edward's Hotel, Stephens Place.
MOONLIGHT.

ASSOCIATIONS: William Povall Edwards (vocalist); George Bennett (musician); William Ewens (vocalist)

NOTE: For an essay prompted by this advertisement, see "THE CONCERT", The South Australian magazine [second number] (August 1841), 66-68

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-1971536005/view?partId=nla.obj-1971571525#page/n35/mode/1up 

"AMATEUR CONCERT", South Australian Register (25 June 1842), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article27443437 

The Amateur Concert, for the benefit of the Adelaide Infant School (not the Trinity Church Sunday School as erroneously stated in our last), took place on Tuesday evening. The room was crowded by a highly respectable assembly, and the whole concert "went off" most creditably for a first attempt. The overtures to Zampa and Fra Diavolo, in particular, were played with much spirit. Some disappointment, as well as considerable disadvantage to the vocal harmony, accrued from the desertion of the ladies who had promised their valuable assistance on the occasion. Notwithstanding their defection, however, the fine glees "Hark the Lark," "Bragela," and " Here in-coot grot," were sung with great sweetness. Dr. Kent and Dr. Knott were both most successful in their solos, and applauded to the "very echo." Among the amateurs, to whom the orchestral effect was principally owing, we may mention Mr. F. S. Dutton, who presided at the piano forte, Mr. Newland, Mr. McGill (96th Regt.), Mr. Wyatt, Dr. Kent, and Mr. Barnard. Messrs. Bennett, Poole, and Ewens also contributed their valuable assistance on the occasion; Mr. Charles Campbell good-naturedly complied with a request made to him in the room, and sung an Irish song in a style which reminded us of poor Jack Johnstone. The whole concert, in short, spoke highly of the musical talent of Adelaide, and is calculated, we hope, to lead to many similar agreeable entertainments. The proceeds to the benefit of the Infants' Schools amounted, we believe, to about twenty-five pounds.

ASSOCIATIONS: Benjamin Archer Kent (amateur musician); John Knott (amateur musician); William Wyatt (amateur musician); John Napier Magill (amateur musician); Francis Stacker Dutton (amateur pianist)

"RE-OPENING OF THE WESLEYAN CHAPEL, GAWLER PLACE", Southern Australian (8 September 1843), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article71617891 

THIS place of public worship, which for the last few weeks had been undergoing repairs, was opened again for Divine service on Sunday last . . . On Tuesday evening, a public tea meeting and concert of sacred music was held in the same building. About four hundred persons sat down to tea . . . The following is a copy of the programme which was circulated amongst the company:
HAYDN'S HYMN. - "Lord of Heaven and Earth and Ocean."
DUETT AND CHORUS - (Fawcett) - "Far Beyond."
CHORUS - "Worthy is the Lamb that was Slain, &c."
SOLO - (Haydn) - "In Native Worth."
SOLO AND CHORUS - "The Marvelous Work Behold Amazed."
QUARTETT - (Mozart) - "Judge me O Lord, &c."
CHORUS - (Mozart) - "I will give Thanks unto Thee O Lord."
RECITATIVE - (Handel) - "Comfort Ye my People, &c."
SOLO - (Handel) - "Every Valley shall be Exalted."
CHORUS - (Handel) - "And the Glory of the Lord shall be Revealed."
SOLO AND CHORUS - (Handel) - "O Thou that Teilest Good Tidings."
CHORUS - (Handel) - "For unto us a Child is Born."
SOLO - (Handel) - "But Thou Didst not Leave his Soul in Hell."
CHORUS - (Handel) - "Lift up Your Heads, &c."
GRAND CHORUS - (Handel) - "Hallelujah."
The first four pieces of the music having been sung, the Rev. Mr. Stow addressed the meeting . . . We have not been able to obtain a correct list, or we should give the name of each performer. We cannot, however, avoid to mention the superior execution of Mr. Bennett, who led on the violin, and Mr. Poole's performance on the violoncello. Both of these gentlemen are masters of their instruments, and on the present occasion they played admirably . . .

[Advertisement], South Australian (7 November 1843), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article71618376

THE AMATEUR CONCERT, FOR the liquidation of the debt incurred on Trinity Church School, will take place in Messrs Lambert and Son's new Auction Room, THIS EVENING, at seven o'clock, P.M.
PROGRAMME. PART 1. Overture - "Masaniello" - Auber . . .
Overture - "Tancredi" - Rossini
PART 2. Overture - "La Cenerentola" - Rossini . . .
Overture - "L'Italiana" - Rossini . . .

"AMATEUR CONCERT", South Australian Register (11 November 1843), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article27445887

On Tuesday a vocal and instrumental concert, of which we had a short notice in our last, was given by several amateurs in Messrs Lambert's new auction-rooms. The doors were opened at half-past seven, and nearly the whole of the seats were occupied by eight o'clock, at which time his Excellency the Governor and Mrs. Grey arrived. They were received with every demonstration of respect, and the concert almost immediately commenced with Auber's Overture to Masaniello. Mr. Bennett took the pianoforte, Dr. Kent, Dr. Wyatt, and Lieut. Magill had their flutes, and Mr. Poole his bass-viol. The music of this piece is too well known to require comment, and, if we may judge from the applause of the audience, the performers did it full justice . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: George Grey (governor)

"MR. BENNETT'S CONCERT", South Australian Register (5 January 1844), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article71627957

On Wednesday evening we had the pleasure of attending a concert given by the above gentleman. To our agreeable surprise, we found that Drs. Kent and Wyatt had given their valuable aid, and they, of course, contributed in no small degree to the harmony of the evening. Several excellent overtures and glees were performed in a manner which gave great satisfaction, and it was remarked that there was a decided improvement as the performances proceeded. "The Breath of the Briar," by Mrs. Murray, Messrs. Ewens, Harward, and Poole, was beautifully executed; and, in the second part, "Mary of Argyle," a very sweet song was sweetly sung by Mrs. Murray, and deservedly encored. The Glee, "The Merriest Time of all the Year," also elicited universal applause . . . Altogether, this, we should say was one of the best concerts we have had in Adelaide. His Excellency the Governor and Mrs. Grey were present. The attendance was pretty good, consisting of about 100 ladies and gentlemen, and will, we trust, encourage Mr. Bennett again to favor the public with a similar gratification at no distant period.

"LOCAL AND PROVINCIAL INTELLIGENCE", Adelaide Observer (6 January 1844), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article158918101 

Mr. Bennett's concert took place on Wednesday evening, under the auspices of the Governor, who was present with his suite; the audience consisted of upwards of 80 persons. The best instrumental effort of the evening was the Overture to William Tell. Considering the few instruments at command the effect was superior to anything ever produced in the Colony; the only blemish was, that, instead of its joyous marchlike character, the quick movement had a "roystering rollicking" manner, which however is not unknown at concerts of greater pretension than this. The worst performance was a Trio of Mozart's. Mr. Poole played out of tune, Mr. Lee out of time, and Mr. Bennett without tone; the latter however redeemed himself in a Concertante by Herz and Lafont. In this Mrs. Murray's brilliant execution shone to advantage . . .

"MR. BENNETT'S CONCERT", South Australian Register (6 January 1844), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article27446310 

On Wednesday evening last, Mr. Bennett gave his concert of vocal and instrumental music at the Company's Rooms, Rundle-street, and of which the following is the programme:-
PART I - Overture (Fra Diavolo) - Auber.
Round, by Messrs. Ewens, Harward, and Bennett, "Yes, Brothers, yes" - Rodwell.
Trio - Violin, tenor, and violoncello (Mozart), by Messrs. Bennett, Lee, and Poole.
Glee, by Mrs. Murray and Messrs. Ewens, Harward, and Bennett, "Boatie rows" - Bishop.
Song, by Mr. Ewens, "Cossack's Adieu" - Bennett.
Glee, by Mrs. Murray, and Messrs. Ewens, Harward, and Poole, "Breath of the Briar" - Whitaker.
Duet Concertante, piano and violin (Herz and Lafont), by Mrs. Murray and Mr. Bennett.
PART II. Overture (Guillaume Tell) - Rossini.
Glee, by Mrs. Murray and Messrs. Ewens and Harward, " Hark! Apollo strikes the Lyre" - Bishop.
Song, by Mrs. Murray, "Mary of Argyle" - Nelson.
Glee, by Messrs. Ewens, Harward, and Bennett, " Mynbeer Van Dunck."
Glee, by Mrs. Murray and Messrs. Ewens, Harward, and Poole, "The merriest time of of the Year" - Aldridge.
Catch, by Messrs. Ewens, Harward, and Bennett, "Ah! how, Sophia" - Callcott.
Finale (solos by Mrs. Murray and Mr. Ewens), "God save the Queen."
This performance reflected great credit upon our Adelaide Musicians. The selection was new, and of that dramatic kind which is best calculated to please a mixed audience - principally from the works of composers who belong to no school exclusively, but who have a pleasing style of their own in sentimental subjects or any requiring simplicity of character. For the higher order of intellectual music, where the effect is dependent upon the niceties of the consummate execution, where a delicately beautiful and pathetic attenuation of sound should sometimes, alternate with an awfully bursting volume of harmony, the absence of superior instruments disqualifies Mr. Bennett and his coadjutors. Nor do the Adelaide dilettanti maintain the conventional stillness of a classical concert-room, and we suspect that the majority have little taste for the musical alchymy of Mozart's Symphonies, or of Rossini's chef d'oeuvre . . . . Above one hundred persons were present, including most of the higher and many of the middle classes . . . The room was not all that could have been wished for the purpose, but there is perhaps no better in an eligible situation.

ASSOCIATIONS: Georgiana Murray (vocalist, pianist); Thomas Harward (vocalist)




POOLE, Charles (Charles POOLE)

Theatrical manager, lessee, proprietor

Born London, England, c. 1812/14; ? 1817
Married (1) Amelia Elizabeth DAVIDSON, St. Saviour's church, Jersey, Channel Islands, 4 June 1851 (aged "37")
Arrived (1) Melbourne, VIC, 23 December 1854 (per Stebonheath, from London, 9 September)
Departed (1) Melbourne, VIC, 19 December 1860 (per Ocean Chief, for Liverpool, England)
Arrived (2) Melbourne, VIC, 10 May 1862 (per Caribbean, from London, 18 January)
Departed (2) Sydney, by May 1866 (for New Zealand)
Died Boston, USA, 1 December 1871

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POOLE, Amelia Elizabeth (Amelia Elizabeth DAVIDSON; Mrs. Charles POOLE; Mrs. William Henry STEPHENS)

Actor

Born c. 1827; daughter of James DAVIDSON
Married (1) Charles POOLE, St. Saviour's church, Jersey, Channel Islands, 4 June 1851 (aged "24") Arrived (1) Melbourne, VIC, 23 December 1854 (per Stebonheath, from London, 9 September)
Departed (1) Melbourne, VIC, 19 December 1860 (per Ocean Chief, for Liverpool, England)
Arrived (2) Melbourne, VIC, 10 May 1862 (per Caribbean, from London, 18 January)
Departed (2) Sydney, by May 1866 (for New Zealand)
Married (2) William Henry STEPHENS (d. 1888), St. John's church, Brixton, England, 21 February 1888
Died Wandsworth, Surrey, England, 21 March 1899

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Summary:

Charles Poole, comedian, aged "39", born London, was living in a boarding house at St. Helier, Jersey, on 30 March, the night of the 1851 Channel Islands census. At St. Saviour's, Jersey, three months later, but stating then to be 37 years old, he married Amelia Elizabeth Davidson, aged 24, a daughter of James Davidson, an army officer. It thus seems unlikely that he was born as late as 1817, but most probably c. 1814. However, no birth record has been identified, and the birth year of 1817 is widely reported.


Documentation:

"SHIPPING INTELLIGENCE", The Argus (26 December 1854), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4802230 

December 23. - Stebonheath, ship, 1014 tons, J. Sargent, from London 9th September . . . Mr. and Mrs. Charles Poole, of the London and provincial theatres, have arrived in the Stebonheath.

"THEATRICALS", Empire (10 April 1855), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article60176101 

Amongst the passengers by the city of Sydney (s.), from Melbourne, we omitted to mention Mrs. Charles Poole, and Mr. Joseph Rayner, Juvenile Tragedian, late of the National Standard Theatre, London; both of whom are engaged at the Victoria Theatre; Mr. Crosby, the Stage Manager was also omitted in the steamer's list.

"THE NELSON FAMILY", The People's Advocate and New South Wales Vindicator (5 May 1855), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article251547356 

On Tuesday the Messrs. Nelsons had their benefit at the Victoria Theatre, and we were happy to perceive a crowded house on the occasion. The programme commenced with the SERIOUS FAMILY, which was excellent performed by Messrs. Craven, and Stevens, Mrs. Poole, Mrs. Lambert, &c., &c., a Concert followed, in which there were sung some very beautiful quartettes, arias, and songs . . .

"THEATRICAL AND MUSICAL", The Argus (24 December 1855), 6

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4826439 

. . . Miss Catherine Hayes has just concluded an engagement at the Theatre Royal, which has been successful in the highest degree . . . the production of Operas in a more complete style than had previously been the case in the colonies has created a perfect furore for that species of entertainment; and as the materiel we possess here is as perfect as we could reasonably expect, the operatic representations which have taken place have really merited the extensive patronage which has been bestowed upon them. Five full operas have been played, with Catherine Hayes for prima donna, supported by Mesdames Sara Flower and Carandini . . . the Sonnambula, Lucia di Lammermoor, Norma, the Bohemian Girl, and Lucrecia Borgia; and although the public had to be contented with the transposition of the music of the tenor roles to suit either Madame Flower or Madame Carandini, the vocal market being without an efficient tenor, the whole of the works represented were well received . . . The company at the Theatre Royal is rather thin just now, the prolongation of the operatic season having enabled the management to dispense with several of the troupe . . . Mrs. Charles Poole, the wife of the stage manager of the Theatre Royal, and an actress of high merit, leads the business at that establishment . . . Mr. George Rogers is still a member of the same company, and his admirable impersonations in the tole of "old man" have been one of the prime attractions on the off nights of the opera . . .

"DEATH OF MR. CHARLES POOLE, THE ACTOR", The Australasian (24 February 1872), 18

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article138088646 

[News], The Era [London, England] (8 April 1899), 12

THE death is announced, at the age of seventy-two, of the widow of W. H. Stephens, an actor well known in London, particularly in connection with the production of Albery's Two Roses. As Mrs. Charles Poole she played the Marquise, in Caste. Her first husband was in the fifties associated in the management of the Prince of Wales's Theatre, Sydney, with Mr. Frank Howson, father of Mr. Charles E. Howson, of the Lyceum Theatre.

"Theatrical Talks", Referee [Sydney, NSW] (17 May 1899), 10

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article121812632 

The death is announced at the age of 72 of Mrs. W. H. Stephens, widow of the actor who gained fame as the creator of Mr. Furnivall in "Two Roses," writes a London correspondent. Mrs. Stephens was herself very successful in "old woman" parts, and as Mrs. Charles Poole was the first Marquise in "Caste." Her first husband was in the fifties, associated in the management of "the Prince of Wales" Theatre, Sydney, with Mr. Frank Howson (father of Mr. Charles E. Howson, of the Lyceum Theatre, London), and it was during that time Lola Montez, Mme. Anna Bishop, and Miss Catherine Hayes were introduced to the Australian public.

[Joseph Michael Forde], "MUMMER MEMOIRS", Sydney Sportsman (14 June 1905), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article167203760 

. . . Mrs. Charles Poole's uncertain appearances before the curtain must have been occasioned by her husband's ill-health. He was always a delicate man, whose stage appearances were intermittent. He died on December 3, 1871, at his residence, East Canon-street, Boston, Mass. He was born in England in 1817, and made his first appearance in the City of London Theatre, in Norton Folgate, in the character of Jerry Sneak, in Foote's comedy, "The Mayor of Garratt." He subsequently became a provincial manager, and met with the usual ups and downs attendant on such a career. After a long tour in Great Britain and Ireland Mr. and Mrs. Charles Poole took ship for the Australian colonies in the mid fifties. His connection with management in Melbourne and his business relations were, it was said, pecuniarily successful for all parties.

On the close of his Victorian career, he and Mrs. Poole came to Sydney, and had the credit of being the first to introduce Italian opera in this city. From here the husband and wife went to New Zealand, where they starred with considerable success. Mr. Poole was a great favorite with the Maorilanders, and could boast of receiving from them many handsome testimonials. On concluding their engagements in New Zealand they left for San Francisco, and on arrival there, Mrs. Poole got an engagement at Maguire's Opera House, where she met with but indifferent success. Subsequently, in conjunction with his brother, Mr. Poole became lessee of the Metropolitan Theatre, and was very lucky in the speculation, the great feature during their management being the production of the "Great Bloviator," George Francis Train. By the engagement of Mr. Train they netted 1000 dollars each. Mr. Poole was greatly respected in Australia, and his death at the age of 54 years caused pain and regret to the many who knew him. He was a cultivated man, and though not a great actor, he was a conscientious one. His wife, of whom I have not heard for years, was a most estimable lady, and at the tune of her husband's death was fulfilling an engagement at Booth's Theatre, Boston . . .




POOLE, George Frederick (George Frederick POOLE; Mr. G. F. POOLE; George POOLE, junior)

Lecturer on music

Born NSW, c. 1822/23
Married Mary (? Sarah) Ann ROPER, North Brisbane, NSW (QLD), 24 May 1849
Died Moggill, Brisbane, NSW (QLD), 6 May 1853

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Summary:

Poole, a chemist and druggist, who had been based in Sydney in the late 1840s, was in Brisbane by May 1848. Also a musical enthusiast, he lectured on the "Pleasures and Advantages of Music" at the Brisbane School of Arts in 1852, assisted by John Humby and an Indigenous performer known as Jemmy Alexander, or Tetaree.


Documentation:

[Advertisement], The Moreton Bay Courier (27 May 1848), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article3709819 

G. F. POOLE, CHEMIST, DRUGGIST, & FAMILY GROCER; LATE OF GEORGE-STREET, SYDNEY, BEGS to inform the inhabitants of the towns and district of Moreton Bay, that he purposes shortly to open the premises at present in the occupation of Mr. Grenier, next door to Cairncross, Baker, North Brisbane . . .

"MARRIED", The Moreton Bay Courier (26 May 1849), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article3711643 

On Thursday, the 24th instant, by the Rev. G. Poole, at the Wesleyan Chapel, North Brisbane, Mr. G. F. Poole, Druggist, of Brisbane, to Sarah Ann, second daughter of Mr. James Roper, Bentley Cottage, Brisbane.

[Advertisement], The Moreton Bay Courier (23 October 1852), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article3708606

BRISBANE SCHOOL OF ARTS.
A LECTURE on the PLEASURES AND ADVANTAGES OF MUSIC, will be delivered in the Hall of the above Institution
By Mr. G. F. POOLE, On THURSDAY EVENING NEXT, the 28th instant, at half-past Seven o'clock.
Vocal Illustrations, with Pianoforte accompaniments, by Mr. Humby, &c.
N.B. - Members and their families admitted free, and Non-Subscribers on paying 1s. each.
JOHN INNES, Secretary, School of Arts.

"LECTURE AT THE SCHOOL OF ARTS", The Moreton Bay Courier (30 October 1852), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article3715414

On Thursday evening Mr. G. F. Poole delivered at the School of Arts a lecture on the pleasures and advantages of music. The hall was crowded at an early hour, and the audience, which comprised a large portion of the beauty and fashion of Brisbane, manifested by repeated applause the satisfaction which the entertainment gave. Mr. Poole was ably supported by vocal illustrations, with piano-forte accompaniment, by Mr. Humby. At the conclusion of the lecture a vote of thanks to Mr. Poole was carried by acclamation, and a similar acknowledgment was subsequently made to Mr. Humby for his assistance.

"To the editor of . . .", The Moreton Bay Courier (6 November 1852), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article3715514 

SIR,- It is not long since I was equally surprised and amused by a strange piece of candid impudence on the part of a new arrival amongst us . . . Accordingly, I was much' less surprised at his violent and scurrilous attack, last Tuesday, upon Mr. G. F. Poole, a gentleman well known to yourself and your readers as one of the most useful, active, and public spirited of the inhabitants of Brisbane. But such an offensive paragraph should not be allowed to pass without observation, and shall not, if I may be heard. Mr. Poole was amongst the most zealous and energetic of the founders of the Brisbane School of Arts; and when, through difficulties and struggles of no ordinary kind that institution was firmly established, he never relaxed his efforts, by pecuniary aid and personal exertion, for its maintenance. Having been earnestly solicited, by a large number of the members, to deliver a lecture last week, he consented . . .

"To the editor of . . .", The Moreton Bay Courier (6 November 1852), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article3715516 

SIR, - The Moreton Bay Free Press cuts up Mr. Poole's lecture in a most merciless manner . . . The writer says, in substance, that Mr. Poole's discourse was poor, in bad taste, and not even in good English; but yet he acknowledges that there was a very large company present, and that everybody but himself appeared well pleased . . .

"A REPLICATION", The Moreton Bay Courier (13 November 1852), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article3709436 

Our Brisbane contemporary appears to think that we have done him injustice in publishing certain strictures upon his criticism of Mr. Poole's lecture . . .

"MUSICAL ENTERTAINMENT", The Moreton Bay Courier (22 January 1853), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article3712167 

On Monday evening next, Mr. Poole intends to give another musical entertainment at the Brisbane School of Arts, assisted by persons who have kindly consented to give their gratuitous services on the occasion. As the object is twofold - namely to afford rational amusement where such things are exceedingly scarce, and to augment the funds of a very useful institution, we have no doubt but that there will be a large audience on the occasion. Mr. Poole deserves much credit for showing himself superior to the personalities and ribaldry which have recently been directed against him, and which, though they may make the vulgar laugh, cannot but cause the judicious to grieve at such a misapplication of the power of the Press.

[Advertisement], The Moreton Bay Courier (22 January 1853), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article3712177 

SCHOOL OF ARTS. MR. GEORGE POOLE will deliver a
LECTURE ON MUSIC, On MONDAY, 24TH INSTANT, in the Hall of the above Institution.
Mr. HUMBY, and other friends of the Institution, have kindly consented to enliven the evening with Vocal and instrumental Illustrations.
Admission One Shilling each.
JOHN INNES, Secretary.

"MUSICAL ENTERTAINMENT", The Moreton Bay Courier (29 January 1853), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article3709112 

On Monday evening last a musical entertainment, under the direction of Mr. G. F. Poole, was given at the Brisbane School of Arts. The attendance on the occasion was the most numerous that had ever been witnessed there, amounting to about three hundred and twenty persons, comprising most of the principal families of Brisbane. The planking which before separated the library from the hall, had been taken down, with a view to putting up a railing, and the space thus opened afforded accommodation for about seventy persons. Mr. Poole, who was received in a most complimentary manner, opened the entertainment with some appropriate remarks upon the origin and power of music, and then introduced his assistants to the audience. Mr. Humby, who had given his services gratuitously, presided at the Pianoforte, and was assisted by two young ladies, his pupils. The pieces sung, and which were interspersed with occasional observations by Mr. Poole, were as follow;-

"The Angels Whisper," Mr. Humby; "I'm afloat" same; "Jenny Lane," same; "Poor Bessie," Miss Skyring; "Life's a bumper," Mr. Humby and Misses Skyring; "The Red Cross Knights," same; "The Alderman's Thumb," same; "Lady of Beauty," same; "Rosalie, (Ethiopian melody;) same; "When thy bosom heaves a sigh," Mr. Humby and Miss Skyring; Finale - "God save the Queen," Mr. Humby and Misses Skyring, assisted by the audience

In the course of the evening, "James Alexander," a travelled aboriginal, whose case we mentioned in a former issue of this journal, was introduced, and created much amusement by his musical imitations on the walking stick, and his attempts to sing some of the popular Ethiopian airs. Altogether the entertainment passed off with the utmost success whether with respect to the satisfaction of the company or the augmentation of the funds. Many of the songs and glees were loudly and deservedly applauded; and in some the encore was insisted upon. "The Red Cross Knights," and "Lady of Beauty" particularly elicited applause. At the conclusion of the entertainment a vote of thanks to Mr. Poole and the performers, particularly to the ladies who had given their services - was carried by acclamation.

"DIED", The Moreton Bay Courier (7 May 1853), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article3710102

At Hopeful Hill, Moggill, on the 6th instant, George Poole, Junior.

"THE LATE MR. GEORGE POOLE", The Moreton Bay Courier (14 May 1853), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article3716299 

ON Sunday last the remains of the late Mr. George Poole, junr., of this town, were conveyed to the grave, attended by the largest number of people that ever followed a funeral in Brisbane. The Rev. J. G. Millard performed the funeral service, and afterwards delivered an eloquent and impressive address, suitable to the occasion. The funeral sermon will be preached by the same gentleman, in the Rev. C. Stewart's chapel, to-morrow evening. The late Mr. Poole arrived in Brisbane in the early part of the year 1848, and throughout the whole period from that time to the date of his premature and lamented death, had distinguished himself as a most useful and public spirited member of this community. No object of general interest lacked his valuable aid, and useful enterprise found him behind. His death has created a void which will long be visible in Brisbane.




POOLE, William Ebenezer (Ebenezer William POOLE; William Ebenezer POOLE)

Horn player, bandsman (99th Regiment)

Born UK, c. 1825
Arrived Sydney, NSW, 19 February 1843 (per Earl Grey, via Hobart Town, with regiment)
Departed Hobart, TAS, 10 January 1856 (per Windsor, via Fremantle, WA, 11 February, for London)

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ASSOCIATIONS: Band of the 99th Regiment


Summary:

Ebenezer Poole, aged 18, appears in the sick list in the surgeon's journal of the Earl Grey (arrived 1843).


Documentation:

List of . . . the 99th Regiment of Foot from the 1st of April to the 30th of June 1843; Australian Joint Copying Project, from Records of the UK War Office

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-1687794331/view (DIGITISED)

Privates . . . 1836 / Pool E. Will'm . . .

List of . . . the 99th Regiment of Foot from the 1st of April to the 30th of June 1844; Australian Joint Copying Project, from Records of the UK War Office

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-1688199447/view (DIGITISED)

Privates . . . 1836 / Poole Ebenezer Wm. . . .

[Advertisement], The Australian (29 November 1845), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article37154101

. . . Horns - Messrs. McCullum, Thompson, Hamilton, and Poole . . .

List of . . . the 99th Regiment of Foot from the 1st of April to the 30th of June 1851; Australian Joint Copying Project, from Records of the UK War Office

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-1680875004/view (DIGITISED)

Privates . . . 1836 / Poole Wm. Ebenezer . . . .

"MISCELLANEA", The Courier [Hobart, TAS] (8 November 1851), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2959941

The final concert of a series was given at the Military Barracks by Messrs T. Martin, A. Hill, W. Bromley, and W. Poole, of the band of the 99th Regiment, on Thursday evening, before a numerous company. In front of the stage we noticed Capt. Pratt and other officers of the garrison, Mr. and Mrs. Balfe, and many ladies. The musical performance, as must be the case with military bandsmen, was very good, especially the opening piece, the overture to "Guy Mannering" . . .

"ROYAL VICTORIA THEATRE", The Courier (2 July 1853), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2246121 

TOWNSEND'S DRAMA of "Mary's Dream" was performed for the second time at this Theatre last evening, and the characters wore tolerably well sustained. Then followed the Concert, of which the following was the Programme:
Overture, La Gazza Ladra - Band
Glee, Chough and Crow - Mrs. Dawson, McGeorge, Hill and Poole.
Song, Then You'll Remember Me - Mr. McGeorge - BALFE.
Ballad, FRANKLIN'S FATE (by desire) - Mrs. Dawson.
Solo, Violoncello - Mr. Thompson.
Song, The Cavalier - Miss Sinclair
Song, Oh! Erin, My Country - Mr. McGeorge
Trio, My Bonnie Bark - Mr. McGeorge, Mr. Hill, and Mr. Poole.
PART II.
Sunshine Galop - Mr. Hill.
Quartette, Sleep, Gentle Lady - Mrs. Dawson, Messrs. McGeorge, Hill and Poole - BISHOP.
Song, Ben Bolt's Reply - Mr. McGeorge
Ballad, Thou art Gone from My Gaze - Mrs. Dawson
Fantasia, Flute - Mr. Hill - NICHOLSON
Song, Number One - Mrs. Gardiner
Song, The Anchor's Weighed - Mr. McGeorge.
Ballad, The Old Arm Chair - Mrs. Dawson.
Glee, Mynheer Van Dunck - Mr. Hill, Mr. Poole, and Mr. McGeorge.
The first glee was given in pretty good style, though somewhat marred in general effect by the singing of Mr. Poole, whose voice almost thoroughly overcame that of Mrs. Dawson . . . The fantasia on the flute, by Mr. Hill, was received with a manifestation of approbation similar to that he constantly calls forth upon every repetition of the piece; and he rendered some of the most difficult passages with remarkable celerity and precision of style . . . As may be gathered, however, the Musical Melange was the choicest entertainment of the evening, and it was with pleasure we noticed that there was a most fashionable audience in attendance, among whom were the Hon. Colonel Butterworth, Governor of Singapore, and his lady, and a tolerable sprinkling of the officers of the garrison . . .

[Advertisement], The Courier (5 August 1853), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2247940 

Theatre Royal, Campbell Street.
UNDER THE DISTINGUISHED PATRONAGE OF The Honourable Colonel Despard
AND THE OFFICERS OF THE 99TH REGIMENT . . . THIS EVENING, FRIDAY, 5TH AUGUST, 1853.
THE TALENTED BAND OF H. M. NINETY-NINTH REGIMENT Will be in attendance, and perform the Overtures to HAIDEE and BETLY . . .
GRAND MUSICAL MELANGE.
OVERTURE (Haydee) - MILITARY BAND.
SONG - "Lo! hear the Gentle Lark" (Bishop) - MRS. DAWSON.
with Flute accompaniment. MR. HILL.
BALLAD - "Happy Land" - MISS SINCLAIR.
BALLAD - "Terence's Farewell to Kathleen" - MRS. DAWSON.
GLEE - "Oh! Lady" - MESSRS. HILL, POOLE, and LEE
DUET - "My Sufferings and Sorrow," (Opera Lucia di Lammermoor)- - MRS. DAWSON and MR. POOLE.
SONG - "Franklin's Fate"(by desire) - MRS. DAWSON . . .

[Advertisement], The Courier [Hobart, TAS] (31 October 1855), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2493172

RE-APPEARANCE OF MISKA HAUSER.
MISKA HAUSER . . . will give a GRAND CONCERT At the Royal Victoria Theatre,
under the patronage of Colonel Jackson and the Officers of the 99th Regiment,
TO-MORROW EVENING, 1ST NOVEMBER.
Miska Hauser will be assisted by Messrs.
BUDDEE, BIAL, HILL, POOLE and LEE,
and the BAND of the 99th REGIMENT . . .




POPE, Mr. (Mr. POPE; ? James POPE)

Actor, vocalist, Irish delineator, Irish comedian

Active Geelong, VIC, 1853-54

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Mr+Pope+Irish+comedian (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

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Documentation:

[Advertisement], Geelong Advertiser and Intelligencer (7 December 1853), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article86415401 

THEATRE ROYAL.
MR. POPE, the Irish Comedian, has the honor to announce that his Complimantary Benefit takes place on THURSDAY Evening next, under the immediate patronage of Captain Hovell, the first discoverer of Geelong.
Mr. Pope will appear in two of his most celebrated pieces and sing two of his most popular songs.

"THE THEATRE", Geelong Advertiser and Intelligencer (9 December 1853), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article86412629 

A full house greeted Mr. Pope last night, on the occasion of his benefit. Curran remarked of one of his countrymen that he was so thoroughly Irish as to have the brogue in his shoulders; but, of Mr. Pope it may be said that the brogue can be seen in every joint of his body from the toes upwards. His personation of the happy devil-may-care shirtless paddy, in the afterpiece, was particularly happy, and brought down roars of laughter. The performances this evening are for the benefit of Mr. Spencer, one of the oldest, if not the very oldest, of Victorian players.

ASSOCIATIONS: George Coppin (priprietor, Theatre Royal, Geelong); William Hovell (explorer); Albert Spencer (actor)

[Advertisement], Geelong Advertiser and Intelligencer (30 December 1853), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article86415725 

NEW YEAR'S GIFT AT THE MASONIC HALL. LIGHTS AND SHADES OF IRISH LIFE.
MR. POPE, the great Delineator of Irish Character, has the honor to announce to the citizens of Geelong, that he will be "AT HOME" for an hour in Ould Ireland, on MONDAY EVENING NEXT, January 2, at half-past eight o'clock precisely, when he will give one of his celebrated Irish Evenings entitled "The SHAMROCK," emblematic of LOVE, VALOR, and WIT, introducing several favourite Songs, &c.

Oh! Erin my Country, although thy Harp slumbers,
And is laid in oblivion in Tara's old Hall,
Whilst there still lives a hand to awaken its numbers,
We'll sound the loud dirge of the Sons of Fingall.

The trophies or war may lay there neglected,
For dead are the warriors to whom they were shown,
But the Harp of Old Erin shall still be respected,
If there lived but this hand to awaken its tone.

PROGRAMME.
PART FIRST. - INTRODUCTION.
The Mute of Blarney [?? awle]
SONG - "Oh, did you n'er hear of the Blarney,
Of you ?? is, they say,
From that talented day,
You may kiss whom you choose with your Blarney." S. LOVER
The Shamrock taken to pieces Leaf by leaf.
The first leaf - "Love of Country" - too well known to need more than one illustration.
SONG - "Cushlamachree.
Thy lakes and thy mountains I never may see,
Yet fondly as ever my heart turns to thee." - N. CROUCH.
Other species of Love - Paddy's Admiration - extraordinary generosity of the "Man at the Turnpike Bar."
SONG - "The low-back'd Car.
I'd rather own that car, Sir, with Peggy by my side,
Than a coach and four, and gold galore, and a lady for my bride. - S. LOVER.
The wealthy widow of Calcutta - rivalry between the English, Scotch, and Irish aspirants - Paddy came last - his specimen of the "Camelia Amorosa" - declaration of the Ayah.
SONG - "Widow Malone, och hone!
If for widows you'd die, Para to kiss, not to try
For they're ALL like sweet Widow Malone, och hone!" - LEVER.
PART SECOND.
The Second leaf - difference between Pugnacity and Valor [?] - days of the hair trigger Fighting for Love's sake - the Phoenix Park - "any money for a row" - Valor illustrated - Regions of Fiction - Micky Free, Mrs. McGrath, and the Duke of Wellington.
SONG - "Mickey free.
What stories I'll tell when my sogering's o'er,
And the galant 14th is disbanded." - DR. LEVER.
Recorded story of Waterloo - Noble conduct of a gallant Scotchman - Grave of Graham.
SONG - "The Bowld Soger Boy.
Whilst up the street, each girl we meet,
With look so sly, will cry my eye,
Oh! isn't he a darling, the bowld soger boy," - S. LOVER.
PART THIRD.
Swift, Curran, Norbury, and Vicar-General Head - Sir Walter Scott and his doctor.
The Difference between Plain Dew and Mountain Dew, Rudeness in a Theatre cured - The Irish Laborer; or, The Light of other Days.
Clarence Dick - Paddy's opinion of a Broker's value.
Bulls and Blunders - Paddy in the West of England - Paddy's argument on the number of Bulls in the Town.
Conclusion - The Three Leaves put together.
SONG - "Oh! the Shamrock.
May Valor ne'er his standard read
Against the cause of Freedom.
Chosen leaf of band and chief
Old Erin's native Shamrock," - TOM MOORE
MR. CREED ROYAL will preside at the Piano-Forte.
Tickets, 6s. each, to be had at the different Hotels and the Door.

ASSOCIATIONS: Creed Royal (pianist)




POPE, James Henry (James Henry POPE; J. H. POPE; Mr. POPE)

Amateur musician, harmonium player, organist, violinist, vocalist, school teacher, public lecturer

Born St. Helier, Jersey, 11 September 1837; son of James POPE and Jane DANCOMB
Arrived Melbourne, VIC, 3 August 1852 (per Castle Eden, from Plymouth, 27 April)
Married Helen G. RATTRAY (c. 1845-1927), Ballarat, VIC, 22 December 1862
Departed Melbourne, VIC, 1863 (for New Zealand)
Died Wellington, NZ, 3 August 1913

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=James+Henry+Pope+1837-1913 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/James_Pope_(educationalist) (Wikipedia)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-P-2.php#POPE-James-Henry (shareable link to this entry)


Documentation:

England census, 30 March 1851, St. Helier, Jersey; UK National Archives, HO107/2527/517/6

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/8862/images/JERHO107_2527_2527-0964?pId=16449528 (PAYWALL)

38 Hackett Place / James Pope / Head / Mar. / 40 / Master Confectioner empl'g 7 men / [born] England
Jane [Pope] / Wife / Mar. / 38 / - / [born England]
James Henry [Pope] / Son / - / 13 / Scholar / [born] Jersey St. Helier . . .

Names and descriptions of passengers per Castle Eden from Plymouth, 27 April 1852, for Port Phillip; Public Record Office Victoria

https://prov.vic.gov.au/archive/33FC5616-F96C-11E9-AE98-D185E5E909BF?image=196 (DIGITISED)

Pope James / 22 [sic] // Jane / 29 [sic]
James / 15 // Mary Jane / 13 // Emily / 12 // Georgina / 10 // Rosina / 5

[Advertisement], The Star [Ballarat, VIC] (29 December 1859), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article72464025 

Ballarat Philharmonic Society. "THE MESSIAH."
THE Committee, having bam unable to obtain the necessary professional assistance for the due rendering of the above Oratorio, during the Christmas holidays, have reluctantly postponed its production until the end of January, when its performance will constitute the first of a series of Oratorios, to be given by the Society at the Subscription Concerts of the Society for the ensuing year.
J. H. POPE, Hon. Sec.
Subscribers tickets for the year 1860 may be obtained of Mr. A. OLIVER,

ASSOCIATIONS: Albert Oliver (member); Ballarat Philharmonic Society (association)

"News and Notes", The Star (22 August 1860), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article66057808 

The erection of the organ in Wesley Church, Lydiard street, is so far advanced that a formal opening will take place on Friday, when Mr. Turner, the leader of the Philharmonic Society, will preside, accompanied by several ladies and gentlemen from the musical world of Ballarat. Addresses appropriate to the occasion will be delivered by the Rev. Messrs. Millard and Easton. The organist engaged for the ordinary Sabbath services is Mr. Pope, master of the Presbyterian School, Soldier's Hill, and a member of the Ballarat Philharmonic Society.

ASSOCIATIONS: Austin Theodore Turner (organist); Music in Wesleyan churches (general)

"NEWS AND NOTES", The Star (25 December 1860), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article66336489 

On Sunday last at the Wesleyan Church, Lydiard street, a change occurred which was particularly visible, and which appeared eminently satisfactory to the congregation. The services in the morning and evening in the orchestra were, so far as the organ is concerned, presided over by Miss Cazaly, in place of Mr. Pope, who has another engagement. The young lady now presiding at the organ, and evidently of superior talents, renders her services gratuitously. As ladies frequently preside at the organ in our home churches, and the custom is now introduced here, it is to be hoped the present organist will be permanently retained.

ASSOCIATIONS: Catherine Cazaly (harmonium player)

"LETTERS TO THE EDITOR. WESLEY CHURCH ORGAN", The Star (2 January 1861), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article66336600 

SIR, - Referring to the "News and Notes" of last Tuesday's Star, I observe you state that "on Sunday last, at the Wesleyan Church, Lydiard street, a change occurred . . . The young lady now presiding at the organ, and evidently of superior talents, renders her services gratuitously."
As the above statements are incorrect, I beg to ofter a few contradictory remarks lest your readers be under the impression that the choir and congregation were dissatisfied with the services of Mr. Pope, and that Miss Cazaly is not remunerated. With respect to the change being "particularly visible" and "eminently satisfactory," I beg to state that, while the orchestra highly appreciates the talents of Miss Cazaly, it also highly estimates those of Mr. Pope, whose gratuitous services were completely satisfactory to them and the congregation. The orchestra entertains a lively recollection of Mr. Pope's past services, and it expressed deep regret at his resignation. With respect to Miss Cazaly playing gratuitously, I beg to contradict, as it was arranged by the orchestra to pay her for her services.
WM. LITTLE, Secretary to the Wesley Church Choir.

ASSOCIATIONS: William Little (Catherine Cazaly's future husband)

"PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, BALLARAT EAST", The Star (26 November 1862), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article66328998 

A soiree to celebrate the formation of a new Presbyterian congregation in Ballarat, and the induction of a minister thereto, was held on Tuesday evening, in the Town Hall of Ballarat East . . . At intervals, during the evening, Mr. J. H. Pope, Mr. and Mrs. Turner, and other ladies and gentlemen, gratified the audience with several exceedingly well performed pieces of music sacred and secular - in solo and chorus . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Charlotte Ann Turner (vocalist)

"NEWS AND NOTES", The Star (11 August 1863), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article72516369 

The exhibition at the Mechanics' Institute last evening was crowded almost as soon as the doors were open, and what with the singing and playing, the crowds promenading in the hall, and the brilliant hall itself, with its host of exhibits the scene was very gay. The "Mourir pour la Patrie," by Mr. Pope was encored, and he gave next "Simon the Cellarer," accompanying himself in both on the harmonium. Miss Binder and other soloists were similarly greeted, and the programme generally formed a very prominent attraction. The young serenaders acquitted themselves famously, and it was evident that they had had careful training, and that their precursors, the Amateur Serenaders proper, must look to their laurels. The following was the musical programme last night: -
. . . Song, "Mourir pour la Patrie," Mr. J. H. Pope . . .
song, "Marseillaise," Mr. J. H. Pope . . .
Duet, "Der Zauberflote," Miss Binder and Mr. J. H. Pope . .
. Song, "The last man," Mr. J. Pope . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Marion Binder (vocalist)

"NEWS AND NOTES", The Star (13 August 1863), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article72516433 

The greatest crush of the season as yet took place at the Mechanics' Institute Exhibition last evening, when the receipts for the day were swollen to near £40. In fact the hall seems now to have fairly become a favorite rendezvous, and the nightly programmes of amusement to be already an established and popular series of entertainments. Miss Binder and Mr. Pope were heartily welcomed, and the sweet singing and ridiculous drolleries of the young Serenaders were received with even more demonstrative enthusiasm. The programme of music last night was as follows: . . .
Song - "Marseillaise," Mr. J. H. Pope . . .
Song - "The Last Man," (Calcott), Mr. J. H. Pope . . .

"NEWS AND NOTES", The Star (15 August 1863), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article72516514 

The Exhibition at the Mechanics Institute was well patronised last evening, the receipts amounting to within a little of £30. The musical programme last night was as follows:- The band. Ethiopian Serenaders -
Part I . . . Song, "Down among the dead men" (old English bass song), Mr. J. H. Pope . . .
Song, "Mad Tom" (Purcell), Mr. J. H. Pope . . .
Song, "The Old Sexton," Mr J. H. Pope . . .
We had an opportunity of hearing Mr. Pope's "Mad Tom," the concertina solo by Pompey, and some selections by the band . . .
Mr J. H. Pope's lectures on "Stumps and Rags" and "OEdamatology" have been issued from the press, at the instance of the Brown Hill Literary Association. The author dedicates them to the h*****s of Victoria, and has added several notes to both lectures.

[Advertisement], The Star (27 August 1863), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article72516792 

FRIDAY, 28th AUGUST. SALE BY AUCTION OF HOUSEHOLD FURNITURE.
Harmonium - 8 stops, Splendid Library of about 1000 volumes . . . Violins and other Effects, In great variety,
The Property of J. H. POPE, Esq., who is about to leave the colony. To Parties Furnishing, Musicians, Literary Men and Institutions, Students, and others . . .
HARMONIUM, by Alexandre, 8 stops, -
Also, A great quantity of Instrumental and Vocal Music, voluntaries and oratorios.
1 violin and 1 tenor do.
Catalogues may be had of the Auctioneers on Thursday, or morning of Sale.

"NEWS AND NOTES", The Star (16 February 1864), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article72513647 

We are informed that Mr. J. H. Pope, late master of the Presbyterian School on Soldiers' Hill, has been appointed head master of the High School at Nelson, New Zealand.

"OBITUARY. MR. JAMES HENRY POPE. A NOTED EDUCATIONIST", Evening Post [Wellington, NZ] (4 August 1913), 10

https://paperspast.natlib.govt.nz/newspapers/EP19130804.2.112 

Yesterday afternoon, Mr. James Henry Pope, late Chief Instructor of Native Schools, died at his residence, Maarama-creseent, after a long illness, aged 76 . . . Prior to his assumption of official work Mr. Pope had devoted his life to scholastic work. Commencing as a young man in Victoria, he became head master of a primary school at Ballarat, and remained there until, in 1863, on the establishment of the Otago High Schools, he received the appointment of assistant master in the Boys' High School . . .

"DEATH OF MR J. H. POPE. FORMERLY OF THE BALLARAT COLLEGE. WELLINGTON, Monday", The Ballarat Star (5 August 1913), 6

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article217972922 

The death is announced of Mr. James Henry Pope, at the age of 76 years. The deceased was formerly chief inspector of the native schools, and a leading educationalist of New Zealand. At one time he was the principal of the Ballarat College.


Bibliography and resources:

Who's who in New Zealand and the western Pacific, 1908 (Wellington: Gordon & Gotch, 1908), 137

POPE, James henry; born Sept. 11, 1837, St. Helier, Jersey; married, 1862, Helen G. Rattray. Educated private schools in Jersey; emigrated with parents of Melbourne, Australia; 1852-58 gold digging mainly, but expended some time and effort on self education; headmaster of important school in Ballarat by end of 1858; gained highest attainable honours under Victorian Denominational Board of Education; removed to New Zealand next year; 1864-72 master of Dunedin High School . . .

William Renwick, "Pope, James Henry", Dictionary of New Zealand biography (1993) (online)

https://teara.govt.nz/en/biographies/2p25/pope-james-henry 




PORTBURY, Benjamin (Benjamin PORTBURY; Mr. PORTBURY; PARBURY)

Musician, violoncello player, double bass player, violinist

Born England, c. 1807/10
Married (1) Ann SMITH, St. Luke's, Finsbury, England, 25 December 1830
Arrived Adelaide, SA, 4 December 1837 (with wife, per Lady Emma from London, 3 August)
Arrived Sydney, NSW, by May 1840
Married (2) Mary A. E. RYAN, Sydney, NSW, June 1842 [not 1848 as also indexed]
Arrived Melbourne, VIC, 13 August 1845 (per Christina, from Sydney)
Active Melbourne, VIC, to 1853 or later

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Benjamin+Portbury (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-P-2.php#PORTBURY-Benjamin (shareable link to this entry)

PORTBURY, Mary (Mary A. E. RYAN; Mrs. Benjamin PORTBURY)

Vocalist

Married Benjamin PORTBURY, Sydney, NSW, 1842
Active Sydney, NSW, 1844
Active Melbourne, VIC, to 1856 or later

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-P-2.php#PORTBURY-Mary (shareable link to this entry)


Summary:

Benjamin Portbury married Ann Smith, at St. Luke's, Finsbury, London, on 25 December 1830. Having "worked eight years at the West End of London" as an upholsterer and paper hanger, Portbury sailed, with his wife, for South Australia in August 1837.

Portbury was billed a "Leader of the Orchestra" at the Theatre Royal, Adelaide in June 1838, in succession to Philip Lee, having earlier advertised that "his present employment will enable him to devote a portion of his time" to his trade as a decorator.

He was also a printer, a collecting agent for the South Australian Gazette, and honorary secretary of the Adelaide Land Company. In June 1839, he held a subscription ball, but shortly afterward absconded with funds from the land company, as was long remembered.

Portbury was in Sydney by mid 1840, playing in the theatre orchestra, and in concerts for the Bushelles and Deanes, though apparently first going by the name of "Parbury", perhaps to evade detection.

By February 1841, with time and distance from Adelaide, he was again being listed under his own name. He also advertised again as an upholsterer in December 1841 (claiming now to have worked in the trade "for nearly twenty years in London and Paris"); and, again as an upholster, he was listed insolvent in November 1842. In the meantime having worked for Luigi Dalle Case, he told the court in December:

I ascribe my insolvency to the slackness of the times . . . I hope that in time I will be able to pay all my debts . . . I can earn from £5 to £6 per week if I had the work; I have 30s, per week for playing in the orchestra in the theatre; I was married last June by Dr. Lang.

In Sydney in 1842, he married Mary Ryan (not 1848 as also indexed).

Portbury narrowly avoided imprisonment, and went on during 1843 and 1844 playing with the theatrical band, and briefly, in June 1844, as a member of the band at George Coppin's saloon.

Portbury sailed for Melbourne in late July 1845, with the cellist John Charles Thompson, to play in Joseph Megson's orchestra for Coppin's season at the Queen's Theatre. He imported a new cello from London in October 1849.

In Melbourne in August 1852 he was playing violin in Megson's band, and was last listed playing cello for Megson in April 1853.


Documentation:

Marriages solemnized in the parish of St. Luke [Finsbury] . . . Middlesex, in the year 1830; register, 1824-37, page 148; London Metropolitan Archives

https://www.ancestry.com.au/interactive/1623/31280_194905-00302 (PAYWALL)

No. 444 / Benjamin Portbury, of this parish, bachelor / Ann Smith, of this parish, spinster / . . . Twenty-fifth day of December in the year [1830] . . .

Adelaide, SA (1837-39):

[Advertisement], South Australian Gazette and Colonial Register (10 March 1838), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article31749852 

B. PORTBURY, UPHOLSTERER and PAPER HANGER, Hindley-street, near Mr. Hack's, begs to inform the Inhabitants of Adelaide that his present employment will enable him to devote a portion of his time to his own business, and he flatters himself that having worked eight years at the West End of London, he will give general satisfaction. Bed and Window Draperies cut (made if required) and fixed in the first of style; Sofas, Chairs, Easy Chairs, Mattresses, &c., stuffed; Rooms papered, and Furniture repaired.

[Advertisement], South Australian Gazette and Colonial Register (19 May 1838), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article31749935 

THEATRE ROYAL, ADELAIDE, Stage and Acting Manager, Mr. BONNAR.
Leader of the Orchestra, Mr. LEE . . . Tickets and places for the Boxes may be taken at the Theatre every day from ten till twelve, and from one to three o'clock; of Mr. Portbury, Hindley-street . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Charles Fawcett Bonnar (actor, vocalist); Philip Lee (violin, leader of the theatrical band)

[Advertisement], South Australian Gazette (16 June 1838), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article73811308

THEATRE ROYAL, ADELAIDE. Stage and Acting Manager, Mr. EASTHER.
Leader of the Orchestra, Mr. PORTBURY.
Scenery by Mr. LANGCAKE. Properties by Messrs MARSHALL & RADFORD
On Monday next will be performed, for the first time in this Colony, an admired Domestic Drama entitled WORDOCK KENNILSON . . .
Comic Song - Mr. Bailes. Favorite Song - Mrs. Rainsford. Song - Mr. W. H. Deane.
The whole to conclude with TWENTY PER CENT . . .
On Thursday will be repeated WORDOCK KENNILSON. SONGS . . .
Doors open at half-past six - Curtain to rise exactly at seven.
Boxes, 5s. Pit, 2s. Money to be taken at the Door. . . .

[Advertisement], South Australian Gazette (30 June 1838), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article71684617 

. . . AT A MEETING for the formation of the Adelaide Mechanics' Institution, on Thursday Evening the 28th inst. . . . The following Provisional Committee were appointed: . . . Portbury . . .
THOMAS YOUNG COTTER, Hon. Sec.

ASSOCIATIONS: Thomas Young Cotter (honorary secretary)

[Advertisement], South Australian Gazette (14 July 1838), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article31750020

ADDRESS TO HIS EXCELLENCY . . . Benjamin Portbury, printer . . .

[Colophon], South Australian Gazette and Colonial Register (21 July 1838), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article31750032 

[South Australian Gazette] . . . Orders and Advertisements will be received by the following Agents: In Adelaide . . . Mr. PORTBURY, Hindley-street . . .

[Advertisement], South Australian Gazette and Colonial Register (15 September 1838), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article31750132 

SOUTH AUSTRALIAN GAZETTE. PORTBURY having been appointed AGENT for this PAPER, begs to inform his friends and the public that he will be happy to receive and execute their orders. B. P. engages to deliver to Subscribers the Gazette within an hour of its publication. Advertisements received up to 4 o'clock Fridays. 51, Hindley-street.

[Advertisement], South Australian Gazette and Colonial Register (22 September 1838), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article31750146 

PROSPECTUS OF THE ADELAIDE COMPANY FOR THE PURCHASE OF LAND . . . Parties wishing to become members can do so by applying to B. PORTBURY, Sec. pro tem, Hindley-street, September 22.

[Advertisement], Southern Australian (10 November 1838), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article71684882 

To the Working Classes. THE proprietor of Country Section No. 51, (eighty acres) begs to offer it to the notice of the Working Classes. He intends to divide the said Section into eighty allotments, and to sell them at the low price of five pounds for each allotment . . . Applications for shares to be made to Mr. Wm. Edwards, Light-square; Mr. B. Portbury, 51, Hindley-street, or to Mr. Calton, Royal Admiral, Hindley-street.

[Advertisement], South Australian Register (22 June 1839), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article27440599 

LIGHT-SQUARE ASSEMBLY ROOMS, WEYMOUTH STREET, (Near the Gilles Arcade.)
To the South Australian Public. ACCUSTOMED as we have been in "merry old England" to mingle toils of the more serious duties of life with innocent and rational amusement, we have long felt that in South Australia something was wanting to the social state, and that, in the absence of the necessary means of relaxation we are found in every civilized country, we have been compelled to kill time by any means we could, and frequently in a manner at once vicious and unsatisfactory. Hitherto, in South Australia, Assembly Rooms, "conducted with decorum," have scarcely existed, but this desideratum Mr. PORTBURY hopes to supply; he has erected, in a central part of Adelaide, most spacious and convenient Rooms - has engaged the best Orchestra the province affords, and every care will be taken to ensure the respectability of the visitants.
And, although Mr. P. cannot pioneer the "gay and courtly throng" of the old country, yet he trusts to afford at his "New Assembly Rooms" every gratification to those who are fond of treading the airy mazes of the dance. In addition to periodical assemblies Mr. P. contemplates opening a Dancing School, and wishes to treat with a professional gentleman with a view to ensure his services.
"Nothing appears to me to give children so much becoming confidence and behaviour, and so to raise them to the conversation of those above their age, as 'Dancing.' I think they should be taught to dance as soon as they are capable of learning it" - LOCKE. (Thoughts concerning Education, page 71.)
TERMS OF SUBSCRIPTION: - £. s. d.
Per Annum 2 0 0 Transferable; Half Year 1 1 0 Ditto; Quarter - 12 0; Single - 5 0.
The first Subscription Ball will take place on THURSDAY, June 27, 1839.
Tickets may be obtained at the Rooms on Monday next, June 24.

[News], South Australian Register (29 June 1839), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article27440612

The first subscription ball at the Light-square Assembly Rooms, which took place on Thursday evening last, we are glad to hear was well attended. Upwards of thirty subscribers are entered. Paine's first set of quadrilles was danced twice; the Caledonians twice; the Lancers once; and several contre dances. The company were highly delighted with the amusements and refreshments of the evening, the whole reflecting great credit upon Mr. Portbury for his exertions. - From a correspondent.

See also, copied from the London papers, "DANCING IN SOUTH AUSTRALIA", South Australian Record (15 January 1840), 7

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article245932594 

[Advertisement], South Australian Register (29 June 1839), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article27440620 

LIGHT-SQUARE ASSEMBLY ROOMS, WEYMOUTH STREET, (Near the Gilles Arcade.) TO the Ladies and Gentlemen who honored with their presence the above Rooms on Thursday evening last, B. Portbury returns his sincere thanks, and hopes by continued exertions to meet the wishes of all to merit their future favors.
B. P. begs to give notice to the heads of families that a lady has entered into arrangements with him so as to begin
THE DANCING SCHOOL immediately, which will be divided into two classes, namely, under fourteen years of age, and above fourteen years.
At the request of several of the subscribers, the next Subscription Ball will take place on Wednesday, July 10, 1839 . . .

[Advertisement], South Australian Register (10 August 1839), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article27440712 

ADELAIDE LAND COMPANY. A GENERAL MEETING of the Shareholders in the above Company will be held on Wednesday evening next, the 14th inst., at Mr. W. H. Neale's, room, to receive the report of the Committee appointed to examine B. Portbury's accounts, and to close the affairs of the said Company. H. M. BOSWARVA. Sec'y. to the Committee.

[News], South Australian (14 August 1839), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article71685447

Among the other public buildings in Adelaide we should like much to see a Custom House . . . Much time would be saved and inconvenience spared to our merchants, and it would scarcely be possible for a guilty individual to escape undetected from the coast, as was probably done by Portbury, late secretary to the Land Company, who together with the funds of the Company, disappeared a few weeks since.

See also this later account, "DINNER TO A. H. DAVIS, ESQ.", South Australian Register (18 July 1851), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article38449548 

[Abraham Hopkins Davis speaking] . . . In 1839 a man named Portbury, Secretary of a Land Company, of which, with Messrs. Williams and W. H. Neale, I was a trustee, left the colony, having abstracted the funds, not one penny of which had ever passed through my hands. On enquiring at the Bank, I found there was a heavy balance against the Company, the account having been overdrawn. This balance, after the lapse of some months, Mr. Stephens, on the plea that I was the only trustee whom he could reach, debited to my account on the 31st of August, 1810, the sum being £144 15s. 3d. . . .

Sydney, NSW (1840-45):

[Advertisement], The Australian (26 May 1840), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article36862497 

CONCERT . . . MRS. BUSHELLE has the honor to announce that her Concert will take place on TUESDAY, the 26th instant, at the THEATRE ROYAL; she will be assisted by Miss Deane, Mr. Worgan, Mr. Deane and Sons, Mr. Leggatt, Mr. Sippe, Mr. Curtis, Mr. Walton, Mr. Parbury, all the Members of the Theatrical Orchestra, Mr. Wallace, Mr. W. Wallace, Mr. Bushelle . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Eliza and John Bushelle (vocalists); John Philip Deane and sons and daughter (leader and musicians); George William Worgan (vocalist); Thomas Leggatt (oboe, clarinet); George Sippe (cellist); Richard Curtis (musician); Humphrey Walton (musician); Spencer Wallace senior (musician); Spencer Wellington Wallace (violin, flute)

[Advertisement], Commercial Journal and Advertiser (8 July 1840), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article226455436 

MR. DEANE BEGS to inform his friends and the public that, under the above distinguished patronage his CONCERT of Vocal and Instrumental Music, on a very extensive scale, will take place at the Theatre Royal, on WEDNESDAY, the 8th instant. He will be assisted by Mrs. Bushelle, Madame Gautrot, Miss Deane, and Mrs. Clancy, Mr. Bushelle, Mons. Gautrot, Mr. Worgan, Mr. Wallace, Mr. E. Deane, Mr. Sippe, Mr. Curtis, Mr. Walton, Mr. Parbury, Mr. J. Deane (of Parramatta), all the members of the Theatrical Orchestra, and several Amateurs who hate kindly offered their assistance. Leader of the Orchestra, Mr. S. W. Wallace. Conductor, Mr. Leggatt . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Joseph and Madame Gautrot (violin, vocalist)

[Advertisement], Australasian Chronicle (9 February 1841), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article31730793 

. . . WEDNESDAY, 10th of February, 1841. MR. and MRS. BUSHELLE . . . have fixed their CONCERT for the abovenamed day . . . assisted by the Professionals of Sydney, several distinguished Vocal Amateurs, by a young Lady (a pupil of Mrs. B.), Messrs. Wallace, Leggatt, Deane and Son, Sippe, Flaherty, Portbury, Downes, Pappin, Westrop, and the rest of the Theatrical Band . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Henry Charles O'Flaherty (musician); William Downs (musician); Zachariah Westrop (musician)

[Advertisement], The Sydney Herald (14 December 1841), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12872784

Upholstery and Paperhanging. B. PORTBURY begs to inform the inhabitants of Sydney and its vicinity, that he will be glad to attend their orders for any article in the Upholstery business, jobbing, &c., including sofas, chairs, easy chairs, ottoman, drapery, mattress, cushion, music stool, fire screen, piano front, radiated or fluted; work table, carpet, &c., on reasonable terms; and hopes from having been in the trade for nearly twenty years in London and Paris, and employed occasionally for the last two and a-half years by the first masters in Sydney, to execute any orders with satisfaction to the parties who may favor him, please address.
B. PORTBURY, Upholsterer, at Mr. Whelan's, Goulburn-street.

"Theatricals", The Sydney Gazette and New South Wales Advertiser (17 September 1842), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2557362 

. . . The following are the members of the Corps Dramatique, for the season . . . The Orchestra: Mr. W. Wallace; Mr. Wallace, sen.; Mr. Leggatt; Mr. Deane; Messrs. Deane, Pontbery [sic], Walton, O'Flaherty, Pappin, Downes, and Weston; also Mr. Gibbs, from England, who is expected daily by the Trial.

ASSOCIATIONS: John Gibbs (violin, imported from London to be new leader of the theatrical band); Stephen Pappin (musician)

"WATCH FOUND", The Sydney Morning Herald (18 November 1842), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12420113 

. . . a watch, supposed to be the one stolen, was found near the spot, by Mr. Portbury, a gentleman in attached to the orchestral department of the Victorian Theatre, which watch was delivered by him to the Superintendant of Police . . .

"In the Insolvent Estate of Benjamin Portbury . . .", New South Wales Government Gazette (18 November 1842), 1726

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article230359901 

WHEREAS the Estate of Benjamin Portbury was, on the 15th day of November, 1842, placed under Sequestration . . .

"EXAMINATIONS", The Sydney Morning Herald (3 December 1842), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12423269

In the estate of Benjamin Portbury. At a single meeting yesterday, the insolvent was called by the CHIEF COMMISSIONER, and being sworn deposed as follows: - My schedule is correct, except that Dalle Case owes me £4 17s, for balance of wages contracted since his insolvency; I ascribe my insolvency to the slackness of the times; I was in custody when I filed my schedule; I was in custody at the suit of Kemp and Fairfax; I hope that in time I will be able to pay all my debts; when I first engaged the Herald I was in good circumstances I can earn from £5 to £6 per week if I had the work - I have 30s, per week for playing in the orchestra in the theatre; I was married last June by Dr. Lang.

ASSOCIATIONS: Luigi Dalle Case (theatrical and circus proprietor); John Dunmore Lang (Presbyterian minister)

"INSOLVENT COURT. FRIDAY, DEC. 2", The Australian (5 December 1842), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article37117392 

In the estate of Benjamin Portbury, a single meeting: Kemp and Fairfax, £6 9s.; R. Berry, £3 12s. 3d.; A. Lenehan, £3 14s. 2d.; William Pendray, £9. The insolvent was ordered to pay £2 per week to his creditors.

"INSOLVENCY BUSINESS . . . SUMMONS CASE", The Sydney Morning Herald (5 January 1843), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12415236

In the estate of Benjamin Portbury, of Pitt-street, Sydney, a summons had been issued, on affidavit by Andrew Lenehan, trustee to the said estate, calling on the insolvent to show cause why he should not be imprisoned. The affidavit stated, that at a single meeting of the insolvent's creditors which took place on the 15th November, he agreed to pay to the said trustee the sum of £2 per week, until the whole of the claims proved against his estate were satisfied. That more than three weeks have elapsed since the said agreement, but that the deponent has received no payments from him, except an order for £1 which had not been honoured, although the insolvent, in a note appended to the affidavit, admitted that at the termination of the first week after the said agreement he had earned £4 1s. for that week. The affidavit also went on to state, that the deponent had lately applied at two establishments where the insolvent lately worked, and was informed that work had been waiting on him to finish for some time past and he could not be found. The deponent also saith, "that he is fully convinced the insolvent can pay the instalments agreed on if he was compelled, particularly as he has no family, so far as the deponent knows."
The insolvent appeared in answer to the affidavit, and read a paper stating that he was not regularly employed, nor yet regularly paid, and had only received one payment since the said undertaking to pay £2 per week had been entered into by him. The Court having been informed by the CHIEF COMMISSIONER that, independent of his earnings as a tradesman, the insolvent was in the receipt of 30s. per week for his services as a musician in the theatre, ordered a warrant for his committal to be made out, but the execution of it was to be delayed so long as the insolvent paid £l per week into the Commissioner's office - the money to be paid every Monday before twelve o'clock.
The insolvent enquired if he would be permitted to give orders on his employers for the payment of the instalments, but his Honor told him that he must exert himself and get the money by the time fixed, or the warrant would be put in force against him, and if he once got into gaol, there was no means of his getting out again without payment of the whole claims proved against him.

[Advertisement], The Weekly Register of Politics, Facts and General Literature (25 May 1844), 609

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article228134606 

AUSTRALIAN PHILHARMONIC CONCERTS. The First PHILHARMONIC CONCERT in this Colony will take place at the ROYAL HOTEL, on WEDNESDAY next, May the 29th, 1844.
PART I. Overture - "Euridice" - Gluck . . .
PART II. Overture - " Griselda" Cimarosa . . .
Principal Violin and Leader, Mr. S. W. Wallace; Principal Violincello, Mr. Thompson; Principal Tenor, Mr. Walton; Double Bass, Mr. Portbury; Principal Second Violin, Mr. O'Flaherty; Conductor, Mr. Nathan, who will preside at the Pianoforte . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Isaac Nathan (conductor); John Charles Thompson (cello)

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (14 June 1844), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12423503

COPPIN'S LARGE SALOON . . . ON SATURDAY EVENING, June 15th, and the following week, THE QUADRILLE BAND will play several Airs, Overtures, &c. Pianist, Mr. Fillmore; Flute, Mr. Westrop, First Violin, Mr. Wilson; Second Violin, Mr. Dodd; violoncello Mr. Portbury . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: George Coppin (actor, vocalist, hotelier); Henry Fillmore (piano)

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (26 June 1844), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12427377

AUSTRALIAN PHILHARMONIC CONCERTS . . . The Fourth Weekly . . . THIS EVENING, the 26th June . . . The Vocal and Instrumental Department, with the exception of Mrs. Bushelle, Mrs. Ximenes, Mrs. Portbury, Mrs. Jervis, and other Professional Talent already engaged, sustained by Amateurs, who have kindly volunteered their services . . . LEADER - Mr. Edwards; First violin, Mr. Wilson; second violins, Mr. O'Flaherty, Mr. Guerin; principal tenor, Mr. Walton; principal flute, Mr. Wallace, Sen.; principal violoncello, Mr. Thompson; oboe, Mr. Leggatt; double bass, Mr. Portbury; conductor, Mr. Nathan, who will preside at the pianoforte . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: John Edwards (violin, leader); James Guerin (violin); Ann Ximenes (vocalist); Mrs. Jervis (vocalist)

"CLEARANCES", The Sydney Morning Herald (30 July 1845), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12881198

July 29. - Christina, brig, Captain Saunders, for Port Phillip. Passengers - Mr. J. Kay, Mr. W. Pond. Messrs. Palliser, Thompson, Portbury, and Vine.

Melbourne, NSW (VIC) (from 1845):

"Shipping Intelligence. ARRIVED", The Melbourne Courier (15 August 1845), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article226362840 

August l3. - Christina, brig, 126 tons, Saunders, master, from Sydney. Passengers - Messrs. Pullen, Thompson, and Portbury.

[Advertisement], Port Phillip Patriot and Melbourne Advertiser (15 August 1845), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article226346753 

QUEEN'S THEATRE ROYAL . . . MR. COPPIN Most respectfully informs the Inhabitants of Port Phillip he has entered into an arrangement with the Proprietor (Mr. J. Smith), to open the above Theatre for a SHORT SEASON, ON SATURDAY EVENING, AUGUST 16th, 1845 . . . Orchestra: Messrs. Megson, H. Howson, A. Howson, Stanby, Hully, Thompson, (from Sydney,) Portbury, (from Sydney,) Coal, McDonald . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: John Thomas Smith (proprietor); Joseph Megson (violin, leader); Henry Howson (violin); Alfred Howson (musician)

[Advertisement], Port Phillip Gazette and Settler's Journal (17 May 1848), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article223151523 

QUEEN'S THEATRE ROYAL.
MESSRS. SEARLE & PORTBURY'S BENEFIT.
THIS EVENING, MAY 17.
Under the distinguished Patronage of the Loyal and Independent Order of ODD FELLOWS, Of the Duke of York Lodge.
PATRON OF THE ORDER: SIR CHARLES A. FITZ ROY.
MESSRS. SEARLE AND PORTBURY HAVE the honor to inform their friends and the public, that their Joint Benefit will take place THIS EVENING, on which occasion care has been taken to select that only which is within the capabilities of the company; they trust, therefore, to give that, satisfaction which has always been their study to obtain.
The evening's entertainments will commence with the interesting Drama, entitled
THE EARL OF POVERTY; OR, THE OLD WOODEN HOUSE OF LONDON WALL,
In the course of the piece, will be exhibited A Fall of Real Water.
After which, An entire new Dance - Mr. Chambers.
Violin Solo ("The Groves of Blarney," with variations- Berbiguier) - by BROTHER B. PORTBURY.
"Swiss Toy Girl," - MISS SEARLE.
Comic Dance - Master Chambers.
The whole to conclude with an historical Drama, in two acts, entitled
THE YOUNG KING.
No Smoking Allowed.
J. T. SMITH, Proprietor.

ASSOCIATIONS: Joseph Chambers and son (theatrical dancers); Searl (actor)

[Advertisement], The Port Phillip Patriot and Morning Advertiser (5 August 1848), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article226354238 

FRIENDSHIP, LOVE, AND TRUTH. The Melbourne Duke of York Lodge . . . B. PORTBURY, Secretary . . .

"IMPORTS", The Argus (13 October 1849), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4775118

October 12. - "Louisa Bailie," ship, from Adelaide - Original cargo from London . . . 1 case containing a violincello, Portbury . . .

[Advertisement], The Argus (2 July 1852), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article255611419 

MR. REED Has the honor to announce to the Gentry and the Public of Melbourne and its environs, that a GRAND MORNING DRESS CONCERT, will take place at the Mechanics' Institution, on Saturday, 3rd July, 1852, at Two o'clock, Principal Vocal and Instrumental Performs: Mrs. Testar, Mons, Del Sarte, Mr. Cooze, Mr. Megson, Mr. Buddee, Mr. Wheeler, Herr Mater, Mr. Thompson, Mr. Portbury, &c. &c. The Orchestra will be numerous and efficient, led by Mr. Megson; conducted by Mr. Reed.
PROGRAMME. PART I. Overture - Semiramide - Rossini . . .
PART II. Overture - Preciosa - Weber . . .
PART III. Overture - Guy Mannering - H. R. Bishop . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Thomas Reed (conductor); Elizabeth Testar (vocalist); Camille Del Sarte (vocalist); William Cooze (vocalist, flute); Julius Buddee (pianist); Stephen Wheeler (cornet); Charles Mater (musician)

[Advertisement], The Argus (31 July 1852), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4786543 

QUEEN'S THEATRE, Saturday Evening Concerts. MR. MEGSON has the honor to announce . . . The first Concert will take place THIS EVENING, JULY 31.
Principal Vocal Performers - Madame Francesca Allen, Mr. Young, Mr. Cooze, Mrs. J. P. Hydes, Mr. Charles Walsh, and Mr. Wheeler.
Principal Instrumental Performers - Violins, Mr. Megson, Mr. Osborne, Mr. Portbury; Viola, Mr. Jenkins; Violoncello, Mr. Thompson; Flautist, Mr. Cooze; Cornet a Piston, Mr. Wheeler; Contra Bassi, Mr. Tranter, Herr Ziegler; Clarionet, Mr. Hobson. Leader and Conductor - Mr. Megson. Pianiste - Mrs. Wheeler.
PROGRAMME. PART I. Overture - "Les Diamans de la Couronne," full band - AUBER . . .
PART II. Overture - "l'Italiani in Algieri", full band - ROSSINI . . .
PART III. Overture - "Sargino", full band - PAER . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Francesca Allen (vocalist); Charles Young (vocalist); John Proctor Hydes (vcoalist); Charles Walsh (vocalist); Ferdinand Osborne (violin); William Tranter (double bass); Charles Ziegler (musician)

[Advertisement], The Argus (7 August 1852), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4786658

QUEEN'S THEATRE, Saturday Evening Concerts . . . August 7 . . . Violins, Mr. Megson, Mr. Osborne, Mr. Portbury . . .

[Advertisement], The Argus (21 August 1852), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4786848 

QUEEN'S THEATRE. SATURDAY EVENING CONCERTS . . . THE FOURTH CONCERT will take place THIS EVENING, 21st AUGUST . . . Violoncello - Mr. Portbury . . . PROGRAMME.
PART I. Overture - Don Pasquale, Full Band - Donizetti . . .
PART II. Overture - Sadak and Kalasrade, Full Band - Packer . . .

[Advertisement], The Argus (23 March 1853), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4790936 

MECHANICS' INSTITUTION. Thursday Weekly Concert. Mr. MEGSON, Leader. Principal Vocal Performers: - Soprano, Mrs. Testar; Tenori, Mons. Barre and Mr. Huxly; Basso, Mr. Bancroft. Principal Instrumental Performers - Messrs. Megson, Reed, Cooze, Johnson, Chapman, Hardman, Portbury, &c., with several of the Band of the 40th Regiment. Mr. Buddee, Pianist . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Henry Johnson (clarinet, oboe, master of the Band of the 40th Regiment); George Chapman (musician); Daniel Hardman (musician)

[Advertisement], The Argus (7 April 1853), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4791394 

MECHANICS' INSTITUTE. Thursday Weekly Concerts, under the direction of MR. MEGSON. ON THURSDAY NEXT, 7th APRIL . . . Violoncello - Mr. Portbury . . .

"SUPREME COURT. INSOLVENCY JURISDICTION", The Argus (13 April 1853), 9

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4791594 

. . . Tuesday, 12th April, 1853. IN RE WILLIAM CUNNINGHAM . . . a witness named Benjamin Portbury was examined, who proved, that in September last he managed insolvent's business . . . Witness went to Kyneton on the 2nd September, and remained there until the end of November . . . Witness is not going to Port Fairy immediately. Mr. Sandwell objected, and the witness in explanation stated that only for this examination he would now be in Port Fairy . . .

[Advertisement], The Argus (14 April 1853), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4791619 

MECHANICS' INSTITUTE.THURSDAY WEEKLY CONCERTS. Under the Direction of Mr. Megson. On THURSDAY NEXT, 14th APRIL . . . Violincello, Mr. Portbury . . .

[Advertisement], The Argus (20 April 1853), 12

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4791806

MECHANICS' INSTITUTE. THURSDAY WEEKLY CONCERTS. Under the direction of Mr. MEGSON. On Thursday next, April 21 . . . Violincello - Mr. Portbury . . .

[Advertisement], The Argus (23 April 1853), 10

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4791926 

MECHANICS' INSTITUTION. Thursday Weekly Concert . . . Principal Instrumental Performers - . . . Portbury, &c. . . .

"SUPREME COURT. Friday, April 29 . . . IN RE WILLIAM CUNNINGHAM", The Argus (30 April 1853), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4792153 

. . . Benjamin Portbury, examined by Mr. Dawson . . .

"DISTRICT COURT", The Argus (29 January 1856), 6

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4829384 

. . . Mary Portbury, suspected of lunacy, was remanded for seven days for medical treatment . . .




PORTER, James (James PORTER)

Actor, vocalist, convict

Born Bermondsey, London, England, c. 1804 (as 1824, aged "19"); Dublin, Ireland (as 1837, aged "42")
Tried Kingston, Surrey, March 1823 (sentenced life transportation, aged "19")
Arrived Hobart Town, VDL (TAS), January 1824 (convict per Asia)
Arrived Norfolk Island, 20 July 1839 (per Marianne Watson, from Hobart Town)

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=James+Porter+per+Asia+1824 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-P-2.php#PORTER-James (shareable link to this entry)


Summary (after SLNSW record):

James Porter was probably born in Bermondsey, London, around 1804. He was sent to sea at an early age and spent some time in Chile. In 1823, reportedly aged 19, he was convicted of stealing and sentenced to transportation for life, arriving in Hobart on the Asia in January 1824. After several attempts to escape he was sent to the penal settlement at Macquarie Harbour. In 1834, he and nine other convicts seized the brig Frederick and sailed to Chile. They landed at Valdivia where they assumed new identities as shipwrecked sailors. In 1836 Porter was arrested, returned to England, and transported again to Tasmania, arriving in 1837 on the Sarah. He was sentenced to death for piracy, commuted and transported to Norfolk Island. After four years of good behaviour he was transferred to the mainland. In May 1847 he absconded from Newcastle, and was never heard of again.


Documentation:

Convict record, James Porter, per Asia, 1823; Tasmanian names index; NAME_INDEXES:1426483

https://stors.tas.gov.au/NI/1426483 

https://stors.tas.gov.au/CON34-1-1$init=CON34-1-1P462 (DIGITISED)

324 / Porter James / Arrived Jan'y 1824 / Tried Kingston, March 1823 Life / Tried Hobart 19 March 1829 Life / Tried Hobart 15 March 1830 Life /
Beer engine maker / 5 ft 2 in / 19 / . . . Native place Bermondsey

List of prisoners per Marianne Watson from Hobart Town, for Norfolk Island, 20 July 1839; State Records Authority of NSW

https://www.ancestry.com.au/discoveryui-content/view/70161:2024 (PAYWALL)

Porter James / 42 [sic] / Rom. Cath. / [born] Dublin [sic] / Seaman / Piracy and felony / Hobart Town Supreme Court / 26 April, 1837 / Life . . . arrived per "Asia" . . .

[Playbill], ROYAL VICTORIA THEATRE, Norfolk Island, 25 May 1840

[Playbill], ROYAL VICTORIA THEATRE, Norfolk Island, 25 May 1840; original UK National Archives, PRO CO201/199, page 108; copy NLA MS 2738

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/24613789

"ROYAL VICTORIA THEATRE. NORFOLK ISLAND", The Sydney Herald (24 June 1840), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12857518

ROYAL VICTORIA THEATRE, NORFOLK ISLAND.
On Monday, 25th May, in honour of
HER MAJESTY'S BIRTH-DAY,
Will be Performed, by Permission,
Two Acts of the admired Comic Opera of the
CASTLE OF ANDALUSIA;
Don Caesar - John Lawrence
Scipio - George Rolfe
Fernando - James Walker
Alphonso - Henry Witton
Spado - James King
Pedrillo - James Monds
Sanguino - James Cranston
Rapino - James Porter
Calvette - William Smith
Vasquez - R. Sanderson
Lorenza - [ ]
Banditti, &c.
AFTER WHICH, A MUSICAL MELANGE;
Glee - Prithee, Brothers, speed to the Boat, Witton, Walker, Porter, Cranston, Sanderson, Smith
Song - Old England for ever, H. Witton
Comic Song - Walker, the Two-penny Postman, J. Monds
Song - Bound 'Prentice to a Waterman, J. Lawrence
Glee - Fisherman's Glee, same as first
Song - Paddy from Cork, J. Walker
Song - Powder Monkey Peter, J. Lawrence
Glee - As before
Song - Spirit of the Storm, H. Witton
Song - The tight Irishman, J. Porter
Glee - Some love to roam, as before
Song - The Old Commodore, J. Lawrence.
The Tent Scene in Richard III., by H. Witton.
A CELEBRATED NAVAL HORNPIPE, by Michael Burns.
Dance - Tyrolese Waltz, by Thomas Barry.
After which, the Musical Entertainment of
THE PURSE; OR, THE BENEVOLENT TAR.
The Baron - James Cranston
Theodore - G. Rolfe
Edmond - W. Yelverton
Will Steady - John Lawrence
Sally - James Monds
Page - John Rae
After which, Paddy Carey, in character, by John Lawrence.
Song - Banner of War, H. Witton.
The whole to conclude with the National Anthem
OF GOD SAVE THE QUEEN.

ASSOCIATIONS: Henry James Witton (actor, vocalist, musician); James Lawrence (convict actor, vocalist); James Monds (convict actor, vocalist); James Walker (convict actor, vocalist) "Royal Victoria Theatre, Norfolk Island", under the patronage of Alexander Maconochie (commandant)

MUSIC: The castle of Andalusia (opera)


Sources:

"A narrative; or, The sufferings and adventures of certain of the ten convicts, who piratically seized the brig 'Frederick' at Macquarie Harbour, in Van Diemen's Land, as related by one of the said convicts whilst under sentence of death for this offence in the gaol at Hobart Town", The Hobart Town almanack and Van Diemen's Land annual (1838), 1-33

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/249459722 

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-3025971470 (DIGITISED)

ASSOCIATIONS: William Gore Elliston (editor, publisher)

James Porter, autobiography, Norfolk Island, c. 1840-44; State Library of New South Wales, DLMSQ 604

https://collection.sl.nsw.gov.au/record/1l4d8oX1 (DIGITISED)

https://acms.sl.nsw.gov.au/_transcript/2013/D15087/a5629.htm (TRANSCRIPT)

James Porter, autobiography, Norfolk Island, c. 1840-44; State Library of New South Wales, DLMSQ 168

https://collection.sl.nsw.gov.au/record/YRlmPx3n 


Bibliography and resources:

James Porter, Convict records

https://convictrecords.com.au/convicts/porter/james/109760 




PORTER, William Alonzo (William Alonzo PORTER; Mr. W. A. PORTER)

Musician, minstrel, serenader, vocalist, instrumentalist, banjo player, rustric piano (bush piano) player, agent

Born Hartford, Connecitcut, USA, 4 May 1822; son of Hiram PORTER and Nancy FRANCIS
Arrived Sydney, NSW, 23 October 1855 (per Audobon, from San Francisco, 9 August, and Honolulu, 8 September)
Departed Australia, before May 1863 (for New Zealand)
Active NZ, 1863-69; ? to late 1880s
Died Johnsonburg, NY, USA, 18 January 1907

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=William+A+Porter+serenader+1822-1907 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-P-2.php#PORTER-William-Alonzo (shareable link to this entry)


William Alonzo Porter

William Alonzo Porter


Documentation:

[Advertisement], Sacramento Daily Union [California, USA] (21 June 1855), 2

https://cdnc.ucr.edu/?a=d&d=SDU18550621.2.14.1 

SACRAMENTO THEATER. FOR TWO NIGHT ONLY. Friday and Saturday, June 22d and 23d. THE ORIGINAL BACKUS MINSTRELS, Consisting of C. BACKUS, C. D. ABBOTT, D. F. BOLEY, H. DONNELLY, O. N. BURBANK, J. H. COLLINS, W. A. PORTER, W. BERNARD, and MASTER HENRY . . .

[Advertisement], Daily Alta California [San Francisco, USA] (1 August 1855), 3

https://cdnc.ucr.edu/?a=d&d=DAC18550801.2.16.6 

UNION THEATRE, BETWEEM KEARNY AND DUPONT.
BACKUS' MINSTRELS. Acting Manager - W. A. Porter.
Musical Director - C. D. Abbott.
Stage Manager - O. N. Burbank.
This (Wednesday) Evening, Aug. 1. 1853. BENEFIT FOR THE FAMILY OF THE LATE T. F. BRIGGS.
LAST APPEARANCE OF THE MINSTRELS prior to their departure for Australia.
The company consists of the following well known and talented Performers:
CHARLES BACKUS, S. C. CAMPBELL, W. M. BARKER, W. A. PORTER, A. MORGAN,
JERRY BRYANT, C. D. ABBOTT, D. F. BOLEY, O. N. BURBANK. . .

"SHIPPING INTELLIGENCE", Empire (24 October 1855), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article60164875 

October 23. - Audubon, American ship, 531 tons, Captain Arthur, from San Francisco, August 9, and Honolulu September 8. Passengers . . . Messrs. C. Backus, Charles Abbott, W. Barker [sic, Parker], D. F. Boley, S. C. Campbell, Bryant, Porter, Morgan, Bryant, Burbank, Ward, Blake, Crow, Cottam, Sandra, and 24 in the second cabin and steerage. Agents, Newell, Hooper, and Stevens.

[Advertisement], Empire (29 October 1855), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article60164403 

ROYAL VICTORIA THEATRE. THIS EVENING, Monday, October 29th, 1865, the entertainments will commence with the unrivalled performances of the BACKUS MINSTRELS, Characters by Messrs. Charles Backus, S. C. Campbell, W. M. Parker, Jerry Bryant, C. D. Abbott, A. Morgan, W. A. Porter, D. F. Boley, O. N. Burbank.

ASSOCIATIONS: Andrew Torning (lessee); Backus Minstrels (serenaders); Charles Backus (leader, manager); Charles D. Abbott (serenader); Dorrel Fair Boley (serenader); Jerry Bryant (serenaders); Otto N. Burbank (serenader); Sherwood Coan Campbell (serenader); A. Morgan (serenader); W. M. Barker (serenader)

"DEPARTURES", The Shipping Gazette and Sydney General Trade List (3 December 1855), 266

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article161104965 

November 28. - Wonga Wonga (s.), 650 tons, Captain R. G. Gilmore, for Melbourne. Passengers . . . M. A. Morgan, W. A. Barker [sic], D. F. Boley, C. D. Abbott, O. N. Burbank, C. Backus, J. V. Bryant, Jerry Bryant, S. C. Campbell, and 59 in the steerage.

"COPPIN'S OLYMPIC THEATRE. THE BACKUS MINSTRELS", The Age (4 December 1855), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article154862053 

. . . Time unfortunately forbids us recording how Mr. Abbott introduced some extraordinary imitations of the bagpipes and of other wind instruments, in a solo on the violin; how Mr. W. A. Porter set the audience screaming with laughter by the dexterous drollery (as a contemporary would say) of his burlesque lecture on the rights of woman; how Messrs. Burbank and Bryant danced "characteristic" dances, in a manner worthy of the applause of "Looy" of Bavaria; how Messrs. Campbell, Boley, Bryant, and Backus, burlesqued the Hungarian vocalists . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: George Coppin (theatre proprietor)

[Advertisement], The Hobarton Mercury (31 December 1855), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article3337293 

THE WORLD RENOWNED BACKUS MINSTRELS.
MESSRS. MESSRS. T. C. CAMPBELL, CHARLES BACKUS, JERRY BRYANT, C. D. ABBOTT,
D. F. BOLEY, W. M. BARKER, O. N. BURBANK, A. MORGAN
Will commence a Series of their Popular Entertainments at the Victoria Theatre on WEDNESDAY NEXT JAN. 2nd 1856.
W. A. PORTER, Agent.

"PRINCE OF WALES THEATRE", The Sydney Morning Herald (7 June 1856), 10

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article28640340

This building, lately devoted to terpsichorean pursuits, and for some time nightly the resort of the Cyprian and the votary of dissipation, has thrown open its doors for the admission of that numerous portion of our population who appreciate "the concord of sweet sounds." Hence the performances of the Ethiopian Serenaders have done "the state some service," and we trust in thus providing an amusement less objectionable than that furnished by a cheap and demoralising casino, that they have met reward for their enterprise. The company of minstrels are the elite of Rainer's and the New York Serenaders. The corps also number among its members Messrs. W. A. Porter and D. F. Boley, late of "the Backus Minstrels." The entertainments consist of songs, duets, and choruses; and a great attraction is the exquisite performance of Mr. Neil Bryant on the flutina; during the week his solos from Norma, and his rendering of the plaintive airs of "Love Not" and "The Last Rose of Summer," drew forth the warmest tokens of approbation from select and numerous audiences.

ASSOCIATIONS: Rainer's Serenaders (company); New York Serenaders (company)

[Advertisement], Bell's Life in Sydney and Sporting Reviewer (30 August 1856), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article59762590 

THE ETHIOPIAN SERENADERS. Messrs D. F. BOLEY; T. P. BROWER; DAVE CARSON; W. A. PORTER AND PROFESSOR PARKER, THE CELEBRATED SWORDSMAN. ON their way to Rocky River will visit Maitland, Singleton, Muswellbrook, Scone, Murrundi, Tamworth, &c. At Singleton on Monday and Tuesday Evening, September 1st and 2nd.

ASSOCIATIONS: Dave Carson (serenader); Thomas P. Brower (serenader); George Parker (swordsman, d. 1871)

[Advertisement], Bathurst Free Press and Mining Journal (14 January 1857), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article62050456 

ETHIOPIAN SERENADERS. PRINCE OF WALES THEATRE. THURSDAY, JAN. 15TH, 1857.
For the Benefit of Mr. D. F. BOLEY, (Late of the Backus Minstrels) . . .
Second night of the successful Burlesque Negro Opera of
OH HUSH! or NEGRO ASSURANCE, in which that established favourite
MRS. W. EVADNE EVANS (who has again volunteered her valuable assistance) will sustain the part of Rose.
The Orchestra will be under the able direction of Mr. Chittenden . . .
Second night of HAMLET THE BLACK PRINCE OF DENMARK,
As played by the Backus Minstrels, throughout the United States and the Colonies.
Hamlet - W. A. Porter.
Ghost - D. F. Boley.
Queen - T. P. Brower.
Polonious - Dave Carson . . .
PORTER Will open his budget of Comicalities and Negro Eccentricities . . .
G. R. MORTON, Agent.

ASSOCIATIONS: G. R. Morton (serenader, manager)

"THE SERENADERS", Bathurst Free Press and Mining Journal (31 January 1857), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article62051249 

The benefit season having commenced Mr. W. A. Porter made his appeal to the liberality of the Bathurst public, and was most liberally responded to by the most crowded audience ever brought together in the Prince of Wales Theatre. As a member of the masonic fraternity, he received considerable assistance from the brethren of the Bathurst Lodge, who exerted themselves in his behalf. The songs, glees, and choruses, were executed in a style worthy of the occasion, and the [REDACTED] farces which followed as after-pieces, excited great mirth from their novelty, and the spirit thrown into the various delineations of character. Decidedly the most attractive of those was the Virginia Mummy, certainly one of the most laughable pieces ever performed in Bathurst, in which the principal character was impersonated by Mr. Porter with a smartness and tact which not only sustained the interest of the piece, but kept the audience in roars of laughter. On Thursday evening Mr. Morton, the Agent of the company, took a benefit in a tolerably filled house . . .

[Advertisement], Bathurst Free Press and Mining Journal (21 March 1857), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article62051019 

PRINCE OF WALES THEATRE, ETHIOPIAN SERENADERS,
Positively the Last Night, MONDAY, March 25.
Farewell Benefit of T. P. BROWER and W. A. PORTER . . .

"THE QUEEN'S THEATRE" [Maitland], Northern Times [Newcastle, NSW] (10 June 1857), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article128753213 

The benefit of Miss Isabel Smeathman on Monday night, and that of Mr. W. A. Porter on Saturday, were well attended . . . The benefit of D. F. Boley takes place to-night . . .

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (29 June 1857), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article28632062

VICTORIA THEATRE. - Lessees and Managers, Messrs. HOWARD and J. SIMMONDS.
Great attraction TO-NIGHT, Monday, June 29. The celebrated stars from the BACKUS and RAYNER SERENADERS.
Mr. W. A Porter, Mr. Boley, Mr. Carson, and Mr. T. P. Brower . . .
GEMS FROM THE MISSISSIPPI. Ballad - "We met by Chance" - D. F. Boley. "Woman's Rights" - W. A. Porter.
Banjo Solo, D. F. Boley. "Hungarian Warblers" - Brower, Boley, Porter, and Dave Carson. "Blue Tail Fly" - Dave Causon. "The Power of Music," exemplified by Porter, Brower, and Boley . . .
To conclude with the screaming farce of THE VIRGINIA MUMMY.
Dr. Doublehead, Mr. G. R. Morton; George Hartwell, Mr. D. F. Boley; James Mortimer, Esq., Mr. T. P. Brower; Denis O'Gig, Mr. Dave Carson; Ginger Blue, the Mummy, Mr. W. A. Porter.

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (1 July 1857), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article28632162 

LYCEUM THEATRE - Lessees and Managers, Messrs. JAMES SIMMONDS and HOWARD. - Second Night at this Theatre, of the star members of the BACKUS and RAYNER SERENADERS, Mr. Boley. Mr. T. P. Brewer, Mr. Canon, and Mr. W. A. Porter . . . THIS EVENING, Wednesday, July 1st . . .

[Advertisement], Empire (8 July 1857), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article64985643 

OUR LYCEUM THEATRE.- Lessees and Managers, Messrs. JAMES SIMMONDS and HOWARD. THIS EVENING. - Complimentary Benefit to the NEW ORLEANS SERENADERS, Messrs. T. F. Brower, D. F. Boley, J. M. Foans, J. C. Battle, Dave Carson, and W. A. Porter.
Messrs. Kohler, Winterbottom, John Gregg, and John Howson, have kindly volunteered.

ASSOCIATIONS: New Orleans Serenaders (1857 company); Sam Howard and James Simmonds (lessees); James Milton Foans (serenader); J. C. Battle (serenader); Richard Kohler (musician); John Winterbottom (musician); John Gregg (vocalist); John Howson (vocalist)

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (10 November 1858), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13002725 

MEDICAL - The Adelong Gold Miners' Mutual Aid Society require a Surgeon - one who has been accustomed to dispense medicine. A yearly sum of from eighty (80) to one hundred pounds (£100), is guaranteed by the society. The surrounding district, and immediate vicinity, offers advantages to a medical gentleman, rarely to be met with in the colony. For further particulars, address with reference W. A PORTER, Hon. Secretary, Adelong Gold Miners' Mutual Aid Society, Adelong Quartz Reef, Tumut.

"ETHIOPIAN SERENADERS", The Goulburn Herald and County of Argyle Advertiser (17 December 1859), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article118247541 

Mr. Foans, who has twice before visited Goulburn, and whose abilities are well-known, has once more arrived in town. He is accompanied by Mr. Porter, formerly of the Backus minstrels, and Mr. Radcliff, a violinist of whose performances we have heard a high character. They performed for the first time last night at Mr. Cohen's.

[Advertisement], Goulburn Herald (13 June 1860), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article103400906 

COMMERCIAL HOTEL. FOANS'S ETHIOPIAN SERENADERS.
FIFTH CONCERT, THIS EVENING, Wednesday, JUNE 13th, 1860,
ON which occasion several now songs will be introduced, and a new afterpiece.
Programme. PART I.
Overture (Caliph of Bagdad) - Band.
Opening Chorus (Let's be Gay) Operatic - J. M. Foans and Company.
Dinah Crow (sentimental) - J. M. Foas.
Kiss me quick, and go my honey - W. W. Fisher.
The old jaw-bone - R. Stevenson.
Ring, ring the Banjo (comic) - W. A. Porter.
Gentle Annie (by desire) - J. M. Foans.
Throw myself away (comic) - W. W. Fisher.
Beautiful Star (sentimental) - R. Stevenson.
Old Times. Old Times - W. A. Porter.
Phantom Chorus (La Somnambula) Company.
Part first to conclude with Highland Fling - F. G. Silvain.
Intermission of ten minutes.
PART II.
What are the wild waves saying - (duet) - Messrs. Stevenson & Foans.
Violin solo (Oh Nonnie wilt thou gang with me) - J. J. Browne.
Solo on the Rustic Piano - W. A. Porter.
The Swiss Warblers - Messrs. Porter, Fisher, Stevenson, & Foans.
Part second to conclude with Nautical hornpipe - F. G. Silvain.
Intermission of ten minutes.
The whole to conclude with the Laughable Farce of THE NEGRO POSTMAN; or, THE RIVAL LOVERS . . .
F. G. SILVAIN, Agent.
This Company will also perform on Friday and Saturday Evenings.

[Advertisement], Goulburn Herald (7 July 1860), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article103400179 

OUR OWN MINSTRELS, Messrs. PORTER, SILVAIN, STEVENSON, and GERMONE, WILL shortly visit Collector, Bungendore, Queanbeyan, Cooma, Bombala, Nimitybelle, & en route to the Snowy River, at which place they are about to erect a theatre, and manage the professional department of the same for Mr. Sanders.

ASSOCIATIONS: Our Own Minstrels (new company); Frederick George Silvain (minstrel); Felix Garmone (minstrel)

"OUR OWN MINSTRELS", Twofold Bay and Maneroo Telegraph (7 September 1860), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article106755201

This company have been giving a series of Ethiopean Entertainments during the week in the Court-house. On Monday evening the house was not so good as we expected, but on Wednesday night it was filled to excess, rendering the temperature of the room anything but pleasant. The performance commenced with "Dinah's Wedding" by the company, followed by "Massa's in the Cold Ground," by Mr. Porter. The plaintive little melody, never fails to enlist the sympathies of an audience, and on this occasion it had the usual effect. The two songs that most affected the audience in the first part, were "The Lost Child," by Porter, and "Kiss me quick and go," by Germone. The concerted part of the former is beautifully arranged, and with the accompaniment of the Piano Melodian, is decidedly affecting, and at its conclusion called forth a burst of well-merited applause. "Kiss me quick and go," was well sung by Germone, and is, in our opinion, decidedly the best comic song in their programme. In the second part the entertainment was kept up by numerous variations. The ballads "Ever of Thee," by Germone; "Do they miss me at Home," by Porter, and the duet of "Starboard Watch," by Porter and Germone, being amongst the best introduced. The Clog Hornpipe, by Silvain is undoubtedly an extraordinary performance, and the truthfulness with which he adheres to time is astonishing. It was loudly encored. The rustic piano is certainly a novel kind of instrument, being simply constructed out of a few pieces of pine stick. Mr. Porter performed several admirable tunes on this rude instrument with a perfection of execution that called forth an encore. An amusing comic duet took place between Messrs. Porter and Germone, and then, "Miss Lucy Long" (Silvain) was introduced. The make-up was excellent, the dressing good, in fact, Silvain's rendering of the negro coquette is perfection. Her flirtation with the stranger (Porter) to the evident annoyance of the accepted lover, (Germone) and the humiliation of the latter when she makes her exit with the other, was admirable. It was loudly encored, and Mr. Stint in on coming forward danced the Highland Fling. The great feature in the performance of Our Own Minstrels is, their untiring efforts to please; and as they play again on this and to-morrow night, we hope they will meet that patronage they merit. On Wednesday night some evil disposed, cowardly, and dastardly person, maliciously cut the flag belonging to these minstrels in several places. It is a pity the scoundrel was not caught in the act.

"OUR OWN MINSTRELS", Twofold Bay Telegraph [NSW] (30 October 1860), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article106755431 

Messrs. Porter, Silvain, and Fisher, popularly known in this district as "Our own Minstrels" are about to leave this port for Launceston, on a tour through Tasmania, and probably will not be able to return before January next . . . A number of gentlemen residing in Eden gave them a complimentary entertainment last Evening.

[Advertisement], Launceston Examiner [TAS] (8 November 1860), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article39002869 

OUR OWN MINSTRELS. MESSRS. W. A. PORTER, F. G. SILVAIN, AND F. GERMONE
Have arrived, and will give a SERIES OF CONCERTS AT THE CORNWALL ROOMS,
Commencing on MONDAY EVENING, NOV. 12TH, 1860,
Consisting of Songs, Duetts, Chorusses, Burlesques, Dances, Instrumental Solos, &c., &c. . . .

"TOWN TALK AND TABLE CHAT", The Cornwall Chronicle [Launceston, TAS] (14 November 1860), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article65990716 

"Our Own Minstrels" met with a most enthusiastic reception on their first appearance in Launceston at the Cornwall Assembly Rooms on Monday evening last. There was a very numerous attendance on the occasion, and the Minstrels acquitted themselves to the entire satisfaction of their auditory. The commicalities of "Brodder Bones" produced roars of laughter, which were only checked by the grave and solemn airs assumed by Messieurs "Flutina" and "Banjo." "Miss Lucy Long" did in reality, "dance to the music," and her (or his) terpsichorean feats elicited unbounded applause. The Shakesperian readings were a novelty in their way - and the rendering of "Woman's Rights" by the old dame, with the tin coal scuttle bonnet on, approximated to perfection. Altogether the performance was decidedly successful. The "Minstrels" hold a second entertainment this evening, with an entire change of programme, when, doubtless, they will receive the extensive patronage their ability entitles them to. The Company is really worthy of encouragement. The good folks of Deloraine will have an opportunity of hearing these really clever artistes on Saturday evening next, and we heartily commend them to their patronage.

[Advertisement], The Cornwall Chronicle [Launceston, TAS] (1 December 1860), 6

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article65990812 

PRINCESS THEATRE, LONGFORD. OUR OWN MINSTRELS. MESSRS. W. A. PORTER, F. G. SILVAIN, V. F. GERMONE
. . . MONDAY EVENING, DEC. 3, 1860 . . .

New Zealand (1863-69; or asl late as 1888:):

[Advertisement], Lake Wakatip Mail [Queenstown, NZ] (9 May 1863), 1

https://paperspast.natlib.govt.nz/newspapers/LWM18630509.2.2.4 

Queenstown Advertisements, ROYAL HOTEL THEATRE. OUK OWN MINSTEELS. MESSRS. W. A. PORTER, J. HUNTER, R. HERZ, and F. GERMONE WILL GIVE ONE OF THEIR Inimitable Entertainments, COMMENCING ON Saturday Evening, May 9, Introducing a Variety of their most pleasing Songs, Duets, Trios, Choruses, Burlesques, &c. . . .

[News], Otago Daily Times [Dunedin, NZ] (21 September 1863), 4

https://paperspast.natlib.govt.nz/newspapers/ODT18630921.2.9 

The most marked success attended an evening entertainment held at the Commercial Hotel Laurence, got up by the school committee of management in aid of their fund, in which Mr. Harry Jackson lent his valuable services for the occasion. He gave selections from Lord Dundreary, and also sang several songs with his usual skill and ability. Messrs. Germone, Porter, Chalmers, and Wilson also assisted, and are entitled to the best thanks of the committee.

[Advertisement], Otago Daily Times [Dunedin, NZ] (30 September 1863), 6

https://paperspast.natlib.govt.nz/newspapers/ODT18630930.2.28.4 

ASSEMBLY ROOMS, PORT CHALMERS . . .
HARRY JACKSON, The Great Comedian and Burlesque Singer, from the principle Theatres in Australia . . .
supported by MR. W. PORTER, Late of the Backus Troupe, and formerly of the original Christy's Minstrels, New York.
MR. W. GERMON [sic], The Celebrated Tambourinst and Ethiopian Deliniator. Also, MR. E. SALAMON, The ne plus ultra of Pianists . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Harry Jackson (comedian, vocalist); Edward Salamon (pianist)

[Advertisement], Lake Wakatip Mail [Queenstown, NZ] (13 January 1864), 7

https://paperspast.natlib.govt.nz/newspapers/LWM18640113.2.13.2 

PORTER'S MINSTRELS - MESSRS. W. A. PORTER, F. GERMON, G. ROBINSON, AND A. WRIGHT, Will Perform at ALBERT'S FRANKTON HOTEL, DURING THE NIGHTS of the RACES, THURSDAY, FRIDAY and SATURDAY, January 14th, 15th and 16th . . .

"ROSS (From our own Correspondent)", West Coast Times (14 May 1869), 3

https://paperspast.natlib.govt.nz/newspapers/WCT18690514.2.13

Last night Mr. W. A. Porter took a Farewell Benefit at the Theatre Royal. The entertainment was commenced by the Ross band, who played several pieces in excellent style; after which came solos from Messrs. Porter, Taylor, Jackson, Little, and Young, which were all very deservedly encored; interspersed with which, came a Banjo Solo by Mr. Porter, and the Silver Belt Jig and Dwarf Dance by Little Carry Cooper. . . . A comic duet by Messrs. Stephens and Porter was well rendered. Mr. Porter, in "Johnny Smoker" and "Woman's Rights" quite convulsed the audience with laughter; his happy knack of well pointing his remarks was very effective. The first part of the performance came to an end by the production of the celebrated Negro piece, entitled "The Power of Music," by Messrs Porter and Stephens, and the amusement afforded was very considerable - the solo on the kitchen bellows, by Mr. Porter, being quite a novelty. At the fall of the curtain Mr. Porter came forward and in a few but sincere remarks thanked the audience for their attendance, and Miss Carry Cooper and the gentlemen for their assistance. The second part commenced by the band giving, in a very superior manner, some selections from the favorite operas. which elicited the well-deserved plaudits their combined talent so justly deserved. Yankee Wonders - this was under Mr. Porter's management a very laughter-provoking piece. Mr. Parks followed with the Rattlesnake Jig . . . After Mr. Porter's performance on the Bush Piano came a vocal duett . . . Then came the "gem" - "Imitations of Actors" - in which Mr. Porter, who is always so good, decidedly excelled himself . . .

[News], West Coast Times [Hokitika, NZ] (21 May 1869), 2

https://paperspast.natlib.govt.nz/newspapers/WCT18690521.2.5 

A well-deserved tribute of esteem was paid at the last meeting of the Totara Lodge of Freemasons to Mr. W. A. Porter, one of its members, on the occasion of his leaving Roas. It consisted of a beautifully illuminated address . . . accompanied by a handsome money present . . . speeches very eulogistic of Brother Porter were given and replied to.

"COMIC OPERA AND MINSTRELSY . . . San Francisco's Palmy Days of Burnt Cork", Los Angeles Herald [California, USA] (26 March 1893), 4

https://cdnc.ucr.edu/?a=d&d=LAH18930326.2.91 

. . . But in my salad day in San Francisco, there was the golden age of minstrelry. The old troupe of Backus' minstrels, with Charley Backus, Jerry Bryant, Eph. Horn, Sam Wells and Alf Morgan, as funny men, and Charles Henry, William M. Barker (an illegitimate son of Hugh Maxwell), Sherwood Campbell (the greatest baritone that ever blacked his face), George Coes, Sam Wells and Charley Shattuck, as vocalists, held San Francisco from July, 1856, to January, 1859, while the Metropolitan theater played to empty benches . . .

It was not the secession of the Campbell into grand opera or the desertion of minstrelsy for Irish songs on the part of Dan Bryant, that gave minstrelsy the knockout blow. The men I knew in that business (for I went over to Sydney in 1855 as advance for the Backus party) are all dead, except it be Mr. Hooley and George Coes, who is living in Massachusetts somewhere, a tall, handsome old man, looking like the late emperor of Brazil, and teaching the young folks how to play the banjo. When the Backus party went to Sydney in 1855 they had two bassos, Bill Porter and Davis F. Boley, the latter of whom was drowned on the ill-fated steamer Eurolgi. You can imagine how old Bill Porter felt when I introduced myself to him on the dock in Auckland, five years ago next month. The white-bearded old man, with his music and his mind I almost gone together, grasped my hand and said: "You are the only man I have seen in 25 years who knew me in America." If he is still living Porter is the oldest living minstrel . . . - THE OLD 'UN.

"THEATRICAL AND MUSICAL NOTES. BY PASQUIN", Otago Witness [NZ] (22 June 1899), 47

https://paperspast.natlib.govt.nz/newspapers/OW18990622.2.202 

. . . Mr. T. D. Rice organised, in the United States, the first negro minstrel troupe on record, and took it over to England in 1836. The most successful troupe, however, was that brought over by Mr. Albain, who took the name of Charles Christy, which was the origin of the title "Christy's Minstrels." Mr. George W. Moore, the founder of the St. James's Hall troupe, who came over to England in 1859, was the son of a drummer in the American army. His father died when he was only eight years of age, and he began life as a circus performer, taking to [REDACTED] minstrelsy in 1846. One of the original Christy troupe - Mr. William A. Porter - is still alive, and appeared as recently as 1893 before the public. On that occasion, at the age of 73, he took part in a minstrel entertainment given at Johannesburg, Perm., U.S.. for a charitable purpose, when he played a violin solo and sang a bass song. Mr. Porter was the original tambourine of the Christy troupe on their appearance in London . . .


Bibliography and resources:

Edward Le Roy Rice, Monarchs of minstrelsy from "Daddy" Rice to date (New York: Kenny Publishing Company, 1911), 38-39

https://archive.org/stream/monarchsofminstr00rice#page/38/mode/2up (DIGITISED)

William A. Porter, one of the earliest members of E. P. Christy's Minstrels, made his first theatrical appearance as a supernumary in the old Chatham Theatre, New York, in the fall of 1841. His debut as a black-face performer occurred in the Spring of 1844 with the Clark Brothers Panorama Show. Mr. Porter made his first appearance with E. P. Christy's Minstrels at the Eagle Street Theatre, Buffalo, N. Y., April 5, 1845. February 15. 1847, he opened with the company at Mechanic's Hall, New York, and remained there until 1853, after which, in the Fall of that year, he became a member of George Christy and Henry Wood's Minstrels. Mr. Porter subsequently went to California and identified himself with Backus' Minstrels there. Early in 1855 he rejoined E. P. Christy's Company in San Francisco, acting as business manager. In August, same year, he set sail for Australia with Backus' Minstrels; he remained in that country until 1859 [sic, recte 1860/61] during which period he engaged in mining and mercantile pursuits, as well as following his profession. Mr. Porter returned to New York about September, 1870, later making his home at Johnsonburg, N. Y., where he died January 18, 1906. William A. Porter was born in Hartford, Conn., May 4, 1822.

William Alonzo Porter, Find a grave

https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/63020605/william-alonzo-porter 




POSTLE, Eliza (Eliza TURNBULL; Mrs. Frederic POSTLE; Eliza POSTLE)

Songwriter, lyricist, poet

Born Jesmond, Northumberland, England, 24 July 1811; baptised All Saints, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, 28 August 1811; daughter of William TURNBULL and Alice LEIGHTON)
Married Frederic POSTLE (c. 1810-1839), St. John's church, Newcastle Upon Tyne, 25 July 1833
Arrived Melbourne, VIC, 23 December 1858
Departed for Britain, by 1887
Died Norwich, England, 8 January 1891, in her 81st year

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Eliza+Turnbull+Postle+1811-1891 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

http://nla.gov.au/nla.party-994347 (NLA persistent identifier)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-P-2.php#POSTLE-Eliza (shareable link to this entry)


Documentation:

England (to 1858):

"DIED", Norwich Mercury (18 May 1839), 3

https://www.britishnewspaperarchive.co.uk/viewer/bl/0001669/18390518/061/0003 (PAYWALL)

On the 27th ult. Mr. Frederic Postle, of London, aged 28, eldest son of Mr. J. D. Postle, of Blofleld.

England census, 6 June 1841, Blofield, Norfolk; UK National Archives, HO 107 / 753 / 1

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/8978/images/MONHO107_751_754-0232 (PAYWALL)

William Turnbull / 65 / Ind[ependent] / [not born in Norfolk]
Barbara [Turnbull] / 25 / [not born in Norfolk]
Eliza Postle / 25 / [not born in Norfolk]
William [Postle] / 7 / [born in Norfolk]
Harry [Postle] / 5 / [not born in Norfolk]
Jehosaphat [[Postle] / 1 / [born in Norfolk]

England census, 30 March 1851, Lowescroft, Suffolk; UK National Archives, HO 107 / 1805

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/8860/images/SFKHO107_1805_1805-0125 (PAYWALL)

South Turnpike / Mathew Farrer / Head / 39 / Victualler . . .
Eliza Postle / Lodger / W[idow] / 40 / - / [born] Northumberland, Jesmond
Jephtha [Jehosaphat] D[avy] [Postle] / Son / 11 / Scholar / [born] Norfolk Blofield . . .

"Music", Norfolk Chronicle (11 October 1851), 4

https://www.britishnewspaperarchive.co.uk/viewer/bl/0000244/18511011/023/0004 (PAYWALL)

ANGELS GUARD HIM O'ER THE OCEAN. Song - Words Eliza Postle. Symphs. and Accomps. A. A. Suggate. - H. Tolkein, London.
Although this little composition cannot pretend to much originality, it superior the general run of piano-forte ballads. The melody faithfully interprets the words, and flowing and sweet. The introduction the relative minor the symphony is judicious, and the accompaniment is sufficiently enriched with what Shield calls "fashionable chords," without presenting embarrassing difficulties the amateur. This "Mother's Prayer" deserves become a favourite in the drawing-room and social circle.

Australia (1858-87):

[Advertisement], The Argus (12 April 1859), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5679392 

GRAND OPERA. - THEATRE ROYAL.
On WEDNESDAY EVENING, APRIL 13, EMILE COULON'S FAREWELL BENEFIT
previous to his departure for Valparaiso. Upon which occasion Verdi's popular and celebrated Opera
LA TRAVIATA Will be produced.
Principal characters by Miss Octavia Hamilton, Mrs. F. Younge, Miss Mortimer, Miss Milne,
Mons. Emile Coulon, Mr. F. Younge, Mr. Harwood, Mr. Gladstone, Mr. Searle, Mr. Marsh . . .
After which the new National Song ADVANCE AUSTRALIA!
Dedicated to His Excellency Sir Henry Barkly, K.C.B.
Poetry by Mrs. Postle, music by S. Nelson, Esq.
Composed expressly for, and sung by, MONS. EMILE COULON . . .
Conductor and Musical Director: HERR JULIUS SIEDE.
Leaders: Mr. F. COPPIN and HERR HAGEN . . .

"THEATRE ROYAL", The Argus (14 April 1859), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5679501 

. . . A more interesting circumstance than the production of a maimed opera, was the first performance of a national song - it cannot be called either a hymn or an anthem - composed by Mr. S. Nelson, the words by Mrs. Postle, a lady new to colonial fame. This work, though for various reasons scarcely fulfilling the purpose of musical representative of a people, has yet very much merit of an intrinsic kind. It is not, as many such pieces are, a modification of an old theme, nor a combination of selections, but it scorns to occupy an independent position of its own, and to have strong claims to the merit of originality. It was sung by Mons. Coulon, who necessarily labored under the difficulty of imparting sufficient expression in its delivery, owing to his malpronunciation of some of the words. These last we append:

Advance, advance, Australia!
Australia, advance!
Thy standard among nations plant
With youthful spur and lance!
Beauty and valor by thy side,
Honor and commerce for thy guide,
Upward and onward in thy pride,
Australia, advance!
Great is thy destiny
Our chosen land, our country
Advance, Australia, bold and free,
Queen of the glorious Southern Sea!

Advance, advance, Australia!
Australia, advance!
The Southern Cross upon thee shines,
Thy beauty to enhance.
Hope of our faith, our banner's pride,
With freedom thou shalt be allied.
We'll fall or conquer by thy side -
Australia advance!
We'll live for thee, we'll die for thee,
Our chosen land, our country;
Advance Australia, bold and free,
Queen of the glorious Southern Sea!"

[Advertisement], The Age (14 April 1859), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article154837661 

THE NEW NATIONAL ANTHEM, "ADVANCE AUSTRALIA."
Dedicated to their Excellencies, with permission, Sir W. Denison, and Sir H. Barkly.
Poetry by Mrs. Postle. Music by S. Nelson.
Will be ready for sale on Saturday, 16th instant, at the publishers, McCulloch and Stewart, 27 Collins-street west.

ASSOCIATIONS: Sidney Nelson (composer); Emile Coulon (baritone vocalist); Julius Siede (conductor); Henry Barkly (dedicatee); William Denison (dedicatee); Frank McCulloch and Matthew Stewart (publishers)

"ADVANCE AUSTRALIA", Launceston Examiner (7 May 1859), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article38995988 

We have received a copy of "Advance Australia," a national song, which is shortly to be sung here by a gentleman of Mr. Lavenu's company. The words are by Mrs. Eliza Postle, and the music by Mr. S. Nelson. It is lithographed in Melbourne, and may be had of the local booksellers.

ASSOCIATIONS: Lewis Henry Lavenu (musical director)

"THE THEATRES", The Argus (2 July 1859), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5683805 

The spectacular piece of "Azael," at the Theatre Royal, continues to attract overflowing houses. Last night, in consequence of the indisposition of Mr. Brooke, the part of Reuben was undertaken at short notice, by Mr. Ryan, whose management of the character was much more satisfactory than might have been expected, judging from his general manner of acting. The novelty of the evening was another national song, composed by Mr. S. Nelson, and sung by Mr. Farquharson. The author of the words is unknown, and he will do well to preserve his incognito until he is able to write verses somewhat less provocative of unfavorable comment. Not to speak of the commonplace schoolboy style in which this so-called "national song" is fashioned, and without referring to the questionable taste of presenting it in the form of a supplicatory adjuration, the author of it "might have rhymed." He is informed that the words "home" and "own" do not correspond in sound, although in two of the stanzas he has placed them in the position where they ought so to correspond. The air is not unpleasing, but it is by no means equal in merit to the other national song composed three or four months ago by Mr. Nelson, and the words of which (by Mrs. Postle) were really expressive in their meaning. Mr. Farquharson necessarily imparted an interest to the work by his fine execution, but the encore it evoked was manifestly a compliment paid to himself rather than a tribute to the excellence of the song. We append a copy of the words:
"O God! protect Victoria,
Our country, our loved home! . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Gustavus Vaughan Brooke (actor); Robert Farquharson (bass vocalist)

MUSIC: National hymn for Victoria (words by W. W. Wardell; music by Sidney Nelson)

"NEW MUSICAL PUBLICATIONS", Illustrated London News (15 October 1859), 18

https://books.google.com.au/books?id=nKejVKuctvgC&pg=PA376\ (DIGITISED)

https://www.britishnewspaperarchive.co.uk/viewer/bl/0001578/18591015/117/0018 (PAYWALL)

ADVANCE, AUSTRALIA! The words by Eliza Postle; the music by S. Nelson. Melbourne: McCulloch and Stewart. This is a sample of colonial produce; specimen (the first we have seen) of the Melbourne musical press. It is highly creditable this embryo city, which promises to become one day the metropolis of one of the greatest countries in the world. It is patriotic song -
Advance, Australia, bold and free,
Queen of the glorious Southern Sea!
vigorously written, and united to a martial air of great spirit. The music and words are correctly and handsomely lithographed and printed.

[NEws], The Argus (5 October 1866), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5775151 

Mr. J. Summers, M.B. has set to music a funereal ode, written hy Mrs. Postle and dedicated to the Rev. Dr. Cairns, in connexion with the death of his only son.

"COMRADES TO ARMS (Composed by Mr. J. Summers)", Bendigo Advertiser (26 October 1866), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article87964692 

England (1887-91):

"NEW MUSIC", Border Watch [Mount Gambier, SA] (20 July 1872), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article77127185 

We have received from Messrs. R. J. Palings and Co., of Melbourne, a copy of Eliza Postle's song "Advance Australia," with new and appropriate music by J. Summers.

"FEMININE NOTES", The Brisbane Courier (24 October 1887), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article3481723

Mrs. Eliza Postle, whom many of our readers may remember as the author of the song "Advance, Australia," has written to the Queenslander as follows: "After a residence of over twenty-five years in the colonies I returned to England, and have had the honour to receive the Queen's acceptance of my "Jubilee Tribute," a copy of which I send you.

"THE DUKE OF EDINBURGH'S BAND", Yarmouth Mercury (20 July 1889), 8

https://www.britishnewspaperarchive.co.uk/viewer/bl/0002000/18890720/109/0008 (PAYWALL)

The Duke of Edinburgh's Band and Nautical Training School was visited on Thursday last by Mrs. Eliza Postle, who is better known the author of the "Armada: Tricentenary Ballad," and patriotic, national, and other poems, published in the Colony of Victoria. Captain Aldrich having put to the test the ability of his boys in nautical exercise, knotting and splicing and other exercises, which reflects credit upon that gentleman, and upon Mr. B. Cook, A.C.P., Mrs. Postle stated how pleased she had been with the inspection, and wished the boys every success their work. The annual training of the band shortly take place, and feel assured no word need be said as to the excellent training and instruction which these boys receive, and Captain Aldrich will be glad to acknowledge any donation towards aiding of the good and popular work.

WORK: An Armada tercentenary ballad by Mrs. Eliza Postle, authoress of the first national, patriotic, and war song published in the colony of Victoria . . . [The Plymouth hoe] (Plymouth: W. F. Westcott, 1888)

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-78027144 (DIGITISED)

"NORWICH . . . SHOCKING SUICIDE", Diss Express [Norfolk] (16 January 1891), 5

https://www.britishnewspaperarchive.co.uk/viewer/bl/0001527/18910116/072/0005 (PAYWALL)

An inquest was held on Friday last, before Mr. Deputy-Coroner Mills, on the body of Mrs. Eliza Postle, a widow lady, aged 80, who was found dead in bed at her lodging, 7, Eagle Walk, with her throat cut on Thursday morning. Evidence was given that deceased had been rather strange of late, and had said she should not live over Christmas. She was last seen alive on the previous Wednesday evening when she had her supper and went to bed. The follow[ing] morning she was found dead. - Dr. Mills said he was summoned to the lodgings of Mrs. Postle on Thursday morning. He went there at about 11-50, and found deceased lying across the bed. There was a large quantity of blood on the coverlet near the fireplace, and another pool near where her neck was, namely, the centre of the bed. In the side of her throat there was large hole, produced by at least seven wounds, commencing at the lobe of the left ear, and running downwards and across the throat to a point one inch below the middle line of the throat, severing all the important structures, such as the external carotid artery, the windpipe, and the gullet, quite back to the spinal column. They were such wounds as might have been inflicted by an instrument in the right hand of deceased. The cause of death was undoubtedly the wounds in the throat and hemorrhage. There were two superficial cuts, one following the line of lower jaw, and the other on the skin below the gash in the throat. On the hands and other parts of the body there were no marks of violence. Witness found a piece of paper with the following words on it: - "Sharpened for W. Postle's use, November 21st, 1880." The razor (produced) was such a one as would have produced the wounds, the longest of which was six inches. The razor was black handled one, and the blade was smeared with blood, and the handle was wrapped in piece of cloth. It was quite possible for anyone determined to destroy himself to inflict such wounds with his right hand. It would have been possible for the deceased to inflict the wounds with her right hand, and then put the razor into her left hand, but it would not have been possible to inflict such wounds with her left hand. - Police-constable Salter said he examined the body, and found her throat was cut on the left side. In her left hand, between her fingers and thumb, she held an open razor, which was covered with blood. Both windows were barred inside, and there was no appearance in the room of there having been any struggle. Dr. Mills gave him deceased's purse, which contained 14s. 3d. in silver and 11 1/2 d. in bronze, and in postage stamps, and two tickets. Witness also took two rings off her fingers. - The Coroner, in summing up, said the only remarkable thing about the evidence was that the policeman had said the razor was in her left hand, but the doctor had said it was quite possible for her to have changed hands. - The jury once returned a verdict "That deceased came to her death through having cut her throat whilst in an unsound state of mind." - The deceased was an indefatigable writer of verses, and many of her compositions were forwarded to members of the Royal Family, the receipt being always courteously acknowledged.

"SHOCKING SUICIDE IN NORWICH", Norwich Mercury (14 January 1891), 3

https://www.britishnewspaperarchive.co.uk/viewer/bl/0001669/18910114/089/0003 (PAYWALL)

Mr. Deputy-Coroner Mills held an inquest on Friday afternoon at the Eagle public-house, Newmarket Road, to investigate the circumstances attending the death of Eliza Postle, a widow, aged 80, who was found dead in bed her lodgings, 7, Eagle Walk, with her throat cut on Thursday morning. Our readers will recognise in the name that of lady who occasionally contributed verses to the columns of the local press . . . The first witness was Thomas Postle, who said he lived at 24, Foundry Terrace, Thorpe Road. Deceased, who was a widow, and was few months over 80, lodged at 7, Eagle Walk, Newmarket Road. Witness and his wife were the only relatives she had living in Norwich, but she had two sons, one of whom lived in New Zealand, and the other in Australia. Deceased had been to Australia to them, and returned to England about three years ago, and, after living in London a few months, took her residence in Norwich. She had been the habit of visiting witness two or three times a week, but as she had been unwell she had not been for several weeks until last Tuesday afternoon, when she was his house from about half past 2 until half-past 7. She seemed as though she wanted to be leaving directly she arrived, and appeared very strange in her manner. She seemed to be wandering in her mind, and when she bade them good-bye, said, "I shall come tomorrow if ever I see you again" . . . Deceased had ample means, and a son who was in New Zealand often sent her large sums - £5O or £6O several times a year . . .

"Deaths", The Argus (19 February 1891), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article8476615

POSTLE. - On the 8th ult., at Norwich, England, Mrs. Eliza Postle, late of Melbourne, in her 81st year.

England, probate calendar, 1892; UK National Archives

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/1904/images/31874_222824-00197 (PAYWALL)

POSTLE Eliza of 7 Eagle Terrace Eagle Walk Newmarket Road Heigham Norwich widow died 8 January 1891 Administration (with Will) (Limited) Norwich 20 January to Charles Bedford Cross solicitor the attorney of Jehosaphat Davey Postle Effects £97 3s 3d.


Printed lyric works:

Advance Australia (1859; music by Sidney Nelson, 1859)

Advance Australia, dedicated with permission to their excellencies, W. Dennison [sic], K.C.B., Sir H. Barkly, K.C.B., words by Eliza Postle, music by S. Nelson (Melbourne: McCulloch & Stewart, [1859])

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/18973045

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/18973045/version/22271537 

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-165545727 (DIGITISED)

Comrades to arms (music by Joseph Summers, 1866)

Comrades to arms, volunteer war song, dedicated by express permission to Brigadier General Carey, the Colonel Commandant, Officers and Men of Victoria, written by Eliza Postle; composed by J. Summers, M.B. Oxon. (Melbourne: R. J. Paling, [1866])

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/156931716 

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-179810184 (DIGITISED)

Weep not (music by Joseph Summers, 1866)

Weep not, sacred song, inscribed to all mourners, and with permission to the Rev'd Dr. Cairns, D.D., in memory of his only son who died July 27th 1866, aged 24 [written by Mrs. Postle; composed by J. Summers, M.B. Oxon] (Melbourne: [n.p.], 1866)

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/16956129 

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-166220541 (DIGITISED)

Advance Australia (words 1859; new music by Joseph Summers, 1872)

Advance Australia, the original song, written by Eliza Postle, with new music by J. Summers (Melbourne: R. J. Paling, [1872]

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/245717708 

Eliza Postle, privately printed pamphlet, c. 1880s

Photo copy at the National Library of Australia (? from unidentified original at State Library of New South Wales)

http://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-179709892 (DIGITISED)

In presenting to the SYDNEY PUBLIC LIBRARY the first song, lithographed [sic], and the first national song published in Victoria [sic], and dedicated to the Governor-General of all the Colonies, I am influenced by the thought that, at some remote period, this memento of early days may be regarded with interest; as also the short account I here append of the circumstances that led to its production and the difficulties I met in bringing it before the public.

When I left England with my son in the year 1858, my ideas of the colony I was going to were somewhat hazy. I was told that I should find Melbourne partially civilized, but that a bag of glass beads, which my friends presented to me, would be most useful in propitiating the natives. I was advised not to stay in Melbourne if I did not like it, but proceed on to Hobart Town in the coach that left Melbourne for that town three times a week.

I left Gravesend cheered on my journey by the full bright harvest moon, the planet Venus at her grandest, and a comet with a tail like a scimitar rose nightly; nearer and nearer it seemed to approach the other luminaries. Perhaps the culminating point of beauty was at the equator, when the new moon like a silver crescent, the old moon shining like burnished gold, the eye of the comet and the planet Venus seems to mingle their rays together; it was worth going a sea voyage to witness.

I landed in Melbourne two days before Christmas, and was agreeably surprised to find a well laid out city, with some handsome public buildings, and a few really good shops; the majority were of slighter construction, but all seemed doing a thriving business. The streets were only partially paved.

I found the market-place well supplied with fruit and vegetables, ripe peaches lay in piles upon the bare stones. The butchers' stalls and shops were hung with beef, mutton, lamb, and poultry, equalling England's very best; all adorned with what at first sight I mistook for misletoe, and holly thick with berries. Upon inspection I found that though natural flowers, they were counterfeits - the only counterfeits there, in the profusion of good cheer to welcome Christmas - Christmas with a temperature of 90o.

I took a railway ticket to Sandridge; and on entering the waiting room, was struck with the arms and motto of Australia carved upon the wooden mantlepiece - though now familiar to everyone, they were a novelty to me. My first sight of Melbourne was sleepless, - the motto "Advance Australia" presented itself so often, that at last I forgot all sublunary cares, and composed the song I now present. The next morning I committed it to paper; and learning upon inquiry, that Mr. Nelson, the composer of the music of some of England's grand old songs, was resident in Melbourne, and occupied in teaching music, I called upon that gentleman, and he agreed to adapt the words to music for the sum of five pounds, a sum he often received for music worth hundreds.

Messrs. McCulloch and Stewart agreed to publish the song and find a lithographer. Unfortunately the person they employed was ignorant of music, and the proof sheet has some notes turned one way and some another, to the great wrath of Mr. Nelson, who raged horribly, uttering abjurations upon all things south of the equator, - declaring his personal reputation was at stake. After much patient revising, and incessant supervision by Mr. Nelson, the song appeared in its present shape; the only alteration made was the insertion of some of Mr. Nelson's popular songs on the title-page, at his desire, in order to prevent the possibility of his name being attributed to another, in the lapse of time. During time wasted in this miserable muddle, a golden opportunity was lost for making the song a financial success. Miss Stanley was at this time singing, in character, to crowded houses, "Songs of all Nations," and offered to sing my words, if the publishers could get the song out in time. "It will relieve me from an embarrassment," said that lady, "for when I appear as Australia, carrying the flag of the Southern Cross, I am obliged to sing 'Rule Britannia.'"

The song did not appear in time, but it was eventually sung at the Theatre Royal, in the presence of Sir Henry Barkly, K.C.B., then Governor of Victoria, who, as well as Sir W. Denison, K.C.B., Governor-General of all the Colonies, had accepted the dedication.

When I paid Mr. Nelson for the music, I said [2] - "How happy you must feel in possessing so divine a gift as the faculty of composing music." He replied somewhat dejectedly, - "It is a happiness I have long outlived the only notes that now give me any pleasure are Bank notes," with which I do not think the talented gentleman was overburdened. Mr. Nelson returned to England, and soon after his arrival I read a newspaper account of his sudden death in one of the streets of Liverpool. I also read of the sale of the copyright of one of his songs, after his decease, for five or three hundred pounds.

The war song was composed in the year 1866, when the town was full of rumours of wars. Mr. J. Summers composed the music and took all the trouble off my hands. I may mention that he was brother to the late Charles Summers, the celebrated sculptor, who recently died at Rome.

It is somewhat remarkable that "national" and also "war songs" have so frequently been written by women, from the time of Deborah down to the present day. "Hail Columbia" and the "Star-spangled Banner" were by American ladies [sic]. Ladies can only applaud and encourage, whilst their brave defenders fight. It is this consciousness of dependence that makes them, in the words of the Grand Duchess, "dote upon the Military" and the "Blue Jackets."

The bivouac (war song, 1866)

http://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-179709892/view?partId=nla.obj-179710018#page/n1/mode/1up (DIGITISED)

This song was written for the Australian Volunteers, who, in order to inure themselves to the real hardships of a soldier's life, spent certain months of the year in camp:

Comrades! Our pleasant watch-fire blazes brightly . . . [give full text] . . . [3] . . .

Blue jackets

http://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-179709892/view?partId=nla.obj-179710018#page/n2/mode/1up (DIGITISED)

This song "Blue Jackets" was written at the request of Captain Wood, of the Nelson Training Ship, which under his discipline, looked like a ship of war manned by boys. Under him the poor little waifs all learned to be sailors.

Blue Jackets for ever and good British cheer . . . [gives full text]

ASSOCIATIONS: Emma Stanley (vocalist)


Bibliography and resources:

"Eliza Postle", AustLit

http://www.austlit.edu.au/austlit/page/A46869

NOTE: Postle did not, as stated, marry her late husband's brother in VIC; he, Benjamin, had arrived in VIC with his wife, Mary Ann Broom (d. 1924 [sic]), and eldest children in 1852; they also had a son Jehosaphat Davey, born in 1862




POTTER, Robert (Robert POTTER)

Lecturer on church music, Anglican cleric

Born Louisburg, County Mayo, Ireland, 18 October 1831; son of Robert POTTER and Maria
Active Sydney, NSW, by 1858
Died South Yarra, VIC, 12 July 1908, aged "76"

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Robert+Potter+1831-1908 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-P-2.php#POTTER-Robert (shareable link to this entry)


Documentation:

[Advertisement], The Argus (6 June 1868), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5818336 

[News], The Argus (8 June 1868), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5818422 

"MUSIC IN RELATION TO RELIGION. TO THE EDITOR OF . . .", The Argus (30 December 1868), 6

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5835537 

Sir, - In your report of a lecture on the above subject, delivered by the Rev. J. C. Symons, I read the following passage: -
"In the early stages of Christianity music fell into dislike, the Christians requiring secresy and quiet in their worship. Nothing was known of the manner or time of the introduction of what are now known as hymns. That well known and admired hymn, called the Te Deum, was the product of the third century." &c.
My object in writing to you is to bring under the notice of Mr. Symons the complaint made against the Christians in the first or beginning of the second century, viz. that they were accustomed to meet "before it was light to sing alternately among them sch is hymns to Christ as to a God." This is related by Pliny the younger, in a letter to Trajan, about A.D. 100. It is generally supposed from this that their manner of singing was the same as the psalm chanting in the cathedrals and churches of the Anglican communion that is, born side to side, in imitation of the seraphim crying one to another and that the practice of singing hymns had continued from the time when Christ and his apostles sang the hymn. If, then, this supposition be correct, the music could only have fallen into disuse during the second century supposing, also, that the Te Deum was produced in the third century. It is as well to be as correct as possible in this particular, for those who are opposed to music in Divine worship are continually saying there was no music among the early Christians. This subject has been ably written upon by the Rev. Robert Potter, of St. Mary's, Hotham, in a pamphlet published by Beere, Swanston-street.
Your obedient servant.
MUSICUS. Nov. 27.

ASSOCIATIONS: John Christian Symons (lecturer)


Works:

Choral worship scriptural, being the substance of a paper read to the Church Literature Society by Robert Potter (Melbourne: Charles N. Beere, 1868)

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/30007689 


Bibliography and resources:

Johns's notable Australians (1906), 140




POTTER, Samuel (Samuel POTTER)

Town crier, cryer (Sydney), bellman, convict

Born England, c. 1738/42
Sentenced Norwich Assizes, 14 years transportation
Arrived Sydney, NSW, 26 June 1790 (convict per Neptune, Scarborough and Surprize, from England, December 1789) Active Sydney, NSW, (as bellman), by 1806
Died Sydney, NSW, 6 August 1811, aged "73" (also reported "69")

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Samuel+Potter+d1811+bellman (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-P-2.php#POTTER-Samuel (shareable link to this entry)


Documentation:

[Notice], The Sydney Gazette and New South Wales Advertiser (10 August 1811), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article628292

HIS Excellency the Governor has been pleased to appoint John Bingham to be Public Town Cryer at Sydney, in the room of Samuel Potter, deceased.


Bibliography and resources:

Michael Flynn, The second fleet: Britain's grim convict armada of 1790 (Library of Australian History, 1993), 475, 483, 597

Samuel Potter, Convict records

https://convictrecords.com.au/convicts/potter/samuel/74823 



POUNSETT FAMILY
POUNSETT, Henry Rothwell (Henry Rothwell POUNSETT; H. R. POUNSETT; Mr. POUNSETT)

Amateur musician, organist, choir leader, solicitor, telegraph operator

Born Surrey, England, 10 June 1810; baptised St. Mary's, Lambeth, 4 July 1810; son of Henry POUNSETT and Margaret Susannah ROTHWELL
Married Elizabeth Hubert BEE (1813-1884), St. Paul's church, Deptford, Kent, England, 17 May 1834
Arrived Adelaide, SA, 29/30 June 1839 (per Seppings, from London, 12 March)
Died Willunga, SA, 27 July 1891, aged 82

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Henry+Rothwell+Pounsett+1810-1891 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-P-2.php#POUNSETT-Henry-Rothwell (shareable link to this entry)

POUNSETT, Henry (junior) (Henry POUNSETT; Mr. H. POUNSETT; Mr. POUNSETT)

Musician, organist, pianist, composer, tenor vocalist, singing-class instructor, printer, journalist

Born Surrey, England, 4 April 1836; baptised St. Giles, Camberwell, 4 May 1836; son of Henry Rothwell POUNSETT and Elizabeth Hubert BEE
Arrived Adelaide, SA, 29/30 June 1839 (per Seppings, from London, 12 March)
Married Emma KNOWLING (1839-1905), Adelaide, SA, 7 January 1862
Died Adelaide, SA, 13 November 1890

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Henry+Pounsett+1836-1890 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

http://nla.gov.au/nla.party-1497636 (NLA persistent identifier)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-P-2.php#POUNSETT-Henry-junior (shareable link to this entry)


POUNSETT, William Rothwell (William Rothwell POUNSETT; W. R. POUNSETT)

Amateur musician, bandmaster

Born Adelaide, SA, 24 August 1851; son of Henry Rothwell POUNSETT and Elizabeth Hubert BEE
Married Sarah Ann WHITEFIELD, Willunga, SA, 21 December 1876
Died Coonawarra, SA, 1 April 1837

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=William+Rothwell+Pounsett+1851-1937 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)


POUNSETT, Eleanor Maud (Emma Maud POUNSETT [sic]; Eleanor Maud POUNSETT; Mrs. William Phineas NORTON)

Amateur composer

Born Adelaide, SA, 17 October 1862; daughter of Henry POUNSETT and Emma KNOWLING
Married (1) William Phineas NORTON, St. John's church, Adelaide, SA, 11 February 1885
Married (2) Charles KENDALL, Adelaide, SA, 2 September 1911
Died Adelaide, SA, 11 January 1931

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Eleanor+Maud+Pounsett+Norton+Baker+1862-1931 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)


Documentation:

Register of baptisms, 1777-1812, St. Mary's, Lambeth/Battersea, page 297 (1810); London Metropolitan Archives

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/1624/images/31280_195070-00490 (PAYWALL)

July / 4 / Henry Rothwell son of Henry and Margaret Susannah Pounsett

Register of baptisms, 1802-11, St. Mary's, Lambeth/Battersea, page 100 (1810); London Metropolitan Archives

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/1624/images/31280_189953-00607 (PAYWALL)

Henry Rothwell S. of Henry Pounsett and Margaret Susannah his wife was born on 10th of June 1810 and christened [4 July 1810] . . .

Marriages solemnized in the parish of St. Paul, Deptford, in the county of Kent, in the year 1834; register, 1813-64, page 214; London Metropolitan Archives

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/1623/images/31280_194633-00293 (PAYWALL)

No. 641 / Henry Rothwell Pounsett of this parish bachelor and Elizbeth Hubert Bee of this parish were married in this Church by License . . . this [17 May 1834] . . .

Baptisms solemnized in the parish of St. Giles, Camberwell, in the county of Surrey, in the year 1836; register, 1829-38, page 120; London Metropolitan Archives

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/1558/images/31280_199024-00231 (PAYWALL)

No. 919 [1836] 4th May / Born 8th April last / Henry Son of / Henry Rothwell & Elizabeth Hubert / Pounsett / Camberwell / Coal Merchant . . .

Adelaide, SA (from 1839):

"Adelaide Shipping Report", Southern Australian (3 July 1839), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article71685377 

JUNE 30. - The barque Seppings, Capt. Rawlins, form London, 12th March, with general cargo - passengers . . . Mr. and Mrs. Pauncett [sic], 3 children, and 5 servants . . . Mr. and Mrs. Elliott . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Caroline and Henry Elliot (musicians)

Documented musical activities of Henry Rothwell Pounsett (c. 1841-60):

[Advertisement], Southern Australian (2 April 1841), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article71614365 

AT A MEETING; held at the Commercial Inn, Grenfell-street, on Thursday, March 25th, 1841, for the purpose of commencing a subscription for an Organ, in Saint John's Church - The following resolutions were agreed to: That a subscription list be immediately opened . . . That when the subscriptions shall amount to £250 a General Meeting shall be called to make arrangements, for the purchase of an Organ . . . That the thanks of this meeting be given to Mr. Pounsett, for his offer to perform the service gratuitously for 3 years. ROBERT HESLEDEN, Secretary. Adelaide, March 30th, 1841.

"TO CORRESPONDENTS", South Australian (4 February 1845), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article71600565

Mr. Pounsett, of Gawler Place, has written to us complaining that he has been designated a "pianist" in the directory of the South Australian Almanack, as he does not practice that profession. We can only regret that such a mistake has been committed, without having the power to rectify it, as nearly the whole of the copies printed have been sold.

"LAW AND POLICE COURTS . . . Saturday, 22nd November", Adelaide Observer (29 November 1851), 7

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article165044267 

This being the last day of the term, the following gentlemen took the usual oaths, and were admitted as practitioners of the Supreme Court: - Messrs. William Charles Belt, William Hinde, and Henry Rothwell Pounsett.

"DIVINE SERVICE IN EAST ADELAIDE", Adelaide Observer (14 July 1855), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article158104420 

The additional services in connexion with St. John's Church were commenced in the Pulteney-street School-house on Sunday . . . to a crowded congregation. Mr. Cope presided at the harmonium in the morning service and Mr. Pounsett in the evening.

"TESTIMONIAL", South Australian Register (26 March 1856), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article49747950 

On Tuesday evening, March 20, after the vestry meeting at St. John's Church, the (two years) gratuitous services of Mr. H. R. Pounsett, as organist, were thankfully acknowledged, on behalf of the vestry and the congregation in general, by the Rev. A. R. Russell, who, in a very gratifying address to that gentleman, requested his acceptance of a silver inkstand, with a handsomely-bound copy of the Holy Scriptures and a Prayer-book, with the following inscription, which was engraved on the inkstand: - "presented to Henry R. Pounsett, Esq., as a token of esteem and appreciation of his valuable services, from the members of St. John's congregation. Easter, 1856." Mr. Pounsett replied to the address in brief but expressive terms, and accepted the testimonial with evident manifestations of satisfaction.

"TESTIMONIAL OF RESPECT", Adelaide Times (27 March 1856), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article207090624 

. . . The Rev. Incumbent, Mr. Alexander Russell, presented the above, with a short address, stating that the congregation had for the last two years witnessed the praiseworthy efforts of Mr. Pounsett to form a choir, and he was happy to say that this had been crowned with success; and he begged to express his, and he believed the Vestry's, approbation of the present efficient state of the choir, mainly attributable to the exertions of the above-named gentleman. - Mr. Pounsett . . . begged to assure them that he should always continue to take an active interest in the choir of St. John's . . .

"ST. JOHN'S CHURCH CONVERSAZIONE", Adelaide Observer (20 September 1856), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article161261255 

The members of the congregation assembling for worship in St. John's Church met together yesterday evening in the Pulteney-street Schoolroom, at half-paste6 o'clock . . . The harmonium was presided over by Messrs. Greenwood and Pounsett, and the vocal part of the proceedings were efficiently given by the choirs of Christchurch and St. John's. Tea having been concluded, the anthem of "Awake, awake," was sung by the choir, when the Lord Bishop was called upon to preside.

ASSOCIATIONS: Samuel Greenwood (musician); Augustus Short (bishop)

"ST. PAUL'S CHURCH", South Australian Register (25 June 1857), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article49762798 

We have much pleasure in calling especial attention to the conversazione to be held in Pulteney-street Schoolroom, on Tuesday evening next, in aid of the funds of the above church now in course of erection . . . In the course of the evening Mr. Pounsett will perform upon the harmonium several fine pieces by Handel, Haydn, and other old masters. We see also that works of art and specimen of natural history are to be exhibited upon the various tables . . .

"OPENING OF ST. PAUL'S CHURCH, PULTENEY-STREET", South Australian Register (10 January 1860), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article49896099 

. . . The whole of the services were interesting in their character. Mr. Pounsett presided at the harmonium; and there were several fine anthems sung . . . On Monday evening, a vestry meeting . . . was held in the Pulteney-street Schoolroom . . . Mr. H. R. Pounsett was then appointed organist . . .

"ST. PAUL'S CHURCH", The South Australian Advertiser (11 January 1860), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article1201025 

On Thursday, January 5, St. Paul's Church was opened for Divine service . . . the musical part of the services was led by an effective choir under the able superintendence of Mr. H. R. Pounsett. In the morning the anthem beginning "Lord of all Power and Might," and in the evening "How beautiful upon the Mountains" were sung with admirable effect . . .

[Advertisement], South Australian Register (14 April 1860), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article49889131 

TO the SEATHOLDERS of ST. PAUL'S CHURCH. - In default or better, I take this mode of offering a few words upon the occasion of my suddenly ceasing official connection with your Church. On the morning of last (being also Easter) Tuesday our Minister called, and informed me that it was deemed desirable to accept the offer of gratuitous service at this Church . . . That afternoon I wrote to Mr. Russell . . . and on the morning of Wednesday received a reply informing me that he had "appointed Mr. Light" to this gratuitously-performed duty . . . respectfully Farewell.
H. R. POUNSETT.
Adelaide, April 13.

ASSOCIATIONS: George Thomas Light (organist)

Documented musical activities of Henry Pounsett (c. 1857 onward):

"ANCIENT AND INDEPENDENT ORDER OF ODD-FELLOWS", Adelaide Observer (16 May 1857), 1 supplement

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article158115938 

The brothers and fiends of the Apollo and Hercules Lodge dined together on Thursday evening, 14th inst., at Mr. James's, the Norfolk Arms, Rundle-street, to celebrate their eighth anniversary . . . Glee, "Here's a Health to all good Lasses" by P.S. Elliott, Mr. H. Pounsett, and Mr. Stratton, the company joining heartily in chorus . . . Duet, "All's Well," by P.S. Elliott and Mr. Pounsett . . .

"CONCERT AT SALISBURY", South Australian Register (13 April 1858), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article49773282 

A correspondent has sent us the followng: - On the evening of Easter Tuesday [6 April] a grand vocal and instrumental concert was given in connection with the Salisbury Literary Institute. Mr. Scott's large room was well filled on the occasion, which excited great interest throughout the township and neighbourhood generally, since it is seldom that so large an amount of professional ability is collected in a rural district. Miss Pettman favoured the company with several songs . . . Miss Rowe executed some brilliant fantasias on the piano . . . Mr. Edwards, of Gawler Town, sand some stirring national songs . . . and Mr. Pounsett (an amateur) gave great pleasure by the feeling and good taste with which he sand a piece from Norma and one from Balfe's popular songs. The intervals of the singing were relieved by the performances of a brass band, under the leadership of Herr Schrader . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Mary Ann Pettman (vocalist); Louisa Jane Rowe (piano); Solomon Edwards (vocalist); Heinirch Schrader (musician)

"ADELAIDE CHORAL SOCIETY", The South Australian Advertiser (15 July 1858), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article781182 

The second quarterly concert of the above Society was given last evening, at White's Assembly Rooms, King William street; the entertainment provided was most carefully selected, and reflects the greatest credit upon the Committee . . . the great success of the evening was a duo on the violin and piano, from "Torquato Tasso," by Mr. W. Cobbin on the violin, and Herr Linger on the pianoforte . . . During the evening, Madame Cranz and Miss Pitman [sic, Pettman] sang very creditably; and a glee by Miss Pitman and Messrs. Hill and Pounsett, deserves honourable mention. Mr. Chapman, as leader, merits the usual enconiums to which his excellent performance fully entitles him . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: William Richard Cobbin (violin); Carl Linger (piano); William Chapman (leader); Mathilde Cranz (vocalist); Adelaide Choral Society

"SACRED HARMONIC SOCIETY", The South Australian Advertiser (31 December 1858), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article787154 

A grand concert of sacred music, consisting principally of selections from the splendid creations of "Joshua" by Handel, took place last evening (Thursday.) There was a large muster of orchestral and vocal performers on this occasion, amongst whom Signor Cutolo, Mr. R. B. White, Mr. Daniels, the Misses Rowe and Pettman, and the Messrs. Pounsett and Hill took part. There was a large and fashionable audience, who evinced their approbation of the performance by loud applause and frequent encores . . . A trio from the "Creation," sung by Miss Pettman, Mr. Pounsett, and Mr. Hill, followed . . . A grand chorus from Handel, "The Great Jehovah," was excellently sung bv the choir; and a quartette from Mozart's "Requiem Mass," "Benedictus qui venit," executed by the Misses Rowe and Pettman, and Mr. Pounsett, preceded the final chorus from "Samson," "Let their celestial concerts all unite," in which the entire orchestra took part . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Cesare Cutolo (piano); Richard Baxter White (violin); Josiah Daniel (vocalist); Adelaide Sacred Harmonic Society

[Advertisement], South Australian Register (14 July 1860), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article50023631 

MR. H. POUNSETT'S N.A. SINGING CLASS will in future MEET on MONDAY EVENINGS instead of Wednesdays.

[Advertisement], The South Australian Advertiser (9 November 1860), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article826286

Just Published, HAIL TO THE RIFLEMAN, VOLUNTEER'S SONG. Written by Donald McLeod, Esq.; Music by Henry Pounsett. Price 2s. Published by W. H. HILLIER, 10, Hindley-street, and sold by all Book and Musicsellers.

"VOLUNTEER'S SONG", The South Australian Advertiser (9 November 1860), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article826306

We have received a copy of a new volunteer's song, written by Mr. Donald McLeod, and set to music by Mr. Henry Pounsett. The music is beautifully lithographed, and the piece is got up in Messrs. Penman and Galbraith's best style, the front page being embellished by a picture of the regimental colors of the Adelaide Rifle Regiment." The song is published by Mr. W. H. Hillier, of Rundle-street.

ASSOCIATIONS: Donald McLeod (lyricist); W. H. Hillier (publisher); John Penman and William Galbraith (printers)

"VOLUNTEER SONG", South Australian Register (10 November 1860), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article50027768 

We have a "rush" of colonial music just now. The last piece published is a song, "Hail to the Riflemen," with a chorus for four voices, the music being by Mr. Henry Pounsett, and the words by Mr. Donald McLeod. On the whole, this is perhaps, one of the best local efforts of the kind which has been made. The words are good and spirited, and the music is appropriate. It will be played to-day, we believe, by the band of the First Adelaide Rifles; but our readers should judge the production for themselves by purchasing a copy at Mr. Hillier's, where it is on sale.

"EAST ADELAIDE INSTITUTE", The South Australian Advertiser (3 January 1861), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article828602 

On Wednesday evening, January 2, the usual monthly public soiree, in connection with the above institution, took place in the Fellenberg schoolroom, Pulteney-street . . . The attendance was much better than we have noticed on previous occasions. Mr. N. Blyth, M.P., was unanimously voted to the chair, and opened the proceedings by a brief and appropriate speech . . . An anthem was then sung; after which, the Rev. Mr. Russell delivered a lecture . . . the subject being "Christmas customs of the ancients" . . . Several anthems and other pieces of music were sung during the evening by a very efficient choir, under the able superintendence of Mr. H. Pounsett, that gentleman presiding over the harmonium . . .

"CONGREGATIONAL BAPTIST CHAPEL, NORTH ADELAIDE", South Australian Register (20 February 1861), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article50020766 

The anniversary tea meeting took place at Mr. Stonehouse's chapel, North Adelaide, on Tuesday, the 19th instant, when about 200 persons sat down . . . the Rev. G. Stonehouse, pastor of the church, delivered a lecture on "Incidents in the Life of Luther" . . . The choir, under the leadership of Mr. H. Pounsett then performed the two anthems, "The Lord reigneth" and "Sing we merrily" . . . Handell's Hallelujah Chorus was then sung; and, on the motion of Mr. W. K. Thomas, seconded by Mr. E. S. Wigg, the thanks of the meeting were given to the choir. Mr. Wigg stated that it was but justice to mention that the choir was not their regular one, but a class composed mostly of young performers, conducted by Mr. H. Pounsett . . .

[Advertisement], South Australian Register (9 April 1861), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article50018488 

MR. HENRY. POUNSETT begs to announce that, at the request of several Ladies and Gentlemen, he will shortly Open another SINGING CLASS; and respectfully requests all who intend joining the same to send in their Names on or before, the 20th instant. Address, by letter, H. P., office of this paper.

"ST. JOHN'S CHURCH VESTRY MEETING", South Australian Register (12 April 1861), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article50016760 

A correspondent says: - The annual meeting of the Vestry of St. John's Church was held in the vestry-room on Wednesday evening, the 19th inst., the Incumbent (the Rev. D. J. H. Ibbetson) in the chair . . . The special thanks of the Vestry were also voted . . . to Mr. Henry Pounsett, for his kind and efficient services as organist.

"EAST ADELAIDE INSTITUTE", The South Australian Advertiser (27 June 1861), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article835668 

On Wednesday evening last, the usual monthly soiree by the members of this Institute, was given at Mr. Martin's Schoolroom, Pulteney-street. The Rev. Canon Russell presided . . . Mr. Light, who was to have presided over the musical part of the entertainment, was absent on account of illness, but his place was kindly filled by Mr. Pounsett who attended, and assisted by the choir of St. John's Church, delighted the company throughout the evening with several capitally executed pieces and choruses . . . The proceedings finished by the choir singing "The Rifle Volunteers," an excellent piece composed and set to music by Mr. Pounsett.

"COLONIAL MUSIC", South Australian Register (26 December 1861), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article50082179

A collection of the musical pieces composed and published in the colony would form quite a volume. We remember to have seen the productions of Mrs. A. J. Murray, Signor Cutolo, Herr Linger, Miska Hauser, Mrs. H. F. Price, Messrs. Draeger, O. F. V. Reyher, E. K. Daniel, W. C. Oldham, H. Pounsett and J. Elliott. An addition to the list has recently been made by the publication of "The Adelaide Schottische," composed by Mr. Joseph Elliott . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Georgiana Murray (composer); Miska Hauser (composer); Mary Frances Price (composer); Carl Draeger (composer); Oscar Reyher (composer); Emma Daniel (composer); William Oldham (composer); Joseph Elliott (composer)

"MUSICAL", South Australian Register (23 May 1865), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article39133635

We have received a copy of the "Wedding Hymn," written by Mr. James Fawsett, set to music by Mr. H. Pounsett, dedicated to Miss Maria Chalker and the ladies of South Australia, printed by Elliott & Co., and published by Mr. B. Sander, of Hindley-street. The music is harmonized for four voices, in the key of E flat, with pianoforte accompaniment; but the soprano is of itself sufficiently melodious to be sung as a solo. It may also be sung as solo and chorus by repeating each verse, either with or without the intervening symphony. The printing is clear, and, as a specimen of this kind of typography, a credit to the colony. And as the poetry and music are also suggestive of very pleasing ideas, the "Wedding Hymn" cannot fail to becoming a favourite, particularly with those to whom it is addressed.

ASSOCIATIONS: Marie Chalker (vocalist); James Fawsett (lyricist)

"TOPICS OF THE DAY", The South Australian Advertiser (13 August 1867), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article28799894

The entertainment closed with a burlesque opera, "The Black Brigade", written by Mr. Diamond, the music being arranged and partly composed by Mr. H. Pounsett. This caused great diversion, and gave opportunity also for the introduction of some well-known opera music. The "Soldiers' Chorus" (Faust) was well sung until towards the close of it, when some of the notes got astray, and the last bar or two was scrambled through. On the whole, however, the singing was good, and all present went away, apparently well pleased . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Arthur John Diamond (lyricist)

"THE ORIGINAL AMATEUR CHRISTY MINSTRELS", South Australian Register (15 December 1868), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article41407616

[Advertisement], South Australian Register (9 February 1869), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article41391478

"TOPICS OF THE DAY", The South Australian Advertiser (11 February 1869), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article31986548

"NEW MUSIC", South Australian Register (16 August 1869), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article41396474

Documentation on Eleanor Maud Pounsett Norton (1885-87):

"MARRIAGES", South Australian Register (24 February 1885), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article44547837

"MUSICAL", South Australian Register (11 July 1887), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article46796661

Obituaries (1890, 1891):

"DEATHS", South Australian Register (12 November 1890), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article47262880 

POUNSETT. - On the 11th November, at his residence, Halifax-street, Adelaide, Henry, eldest son of H. R. Pounsett, Esq., Willunga, in his 54th year. Colonist of 50 years.

"THE LATE MR. HENRY POUNSETT", Evening Journal (12 November 1890), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article202812495 

The death is announced in our obituary columns of Mr. Henry Pounsett who, many years ago, was connected with this office, having served his apprenticeship as a printer to the late Mr. W. K. Thomas. Mr. Pounsett was an enthusiast as a musician. He was a member of the old Adelaide Choral Society under Herr Linger, and after that Society had ceased to exist assisted on several occasions as a solo tenor singer in the Philharmonic Society initiated by the late Mr. Emanuel Spiller. On leaving the service of the Register he started the Musical Herald, a publication devoted exclusively to the interests of music, and he inaugurated about the same time the Original Adelaide Christy Minstrels, a society which was foremost at the time of its existence, in giving concerts for all charitable and benevolent purposes. He was also the composer of several pieces of music, one of which we can call to mind as being a specially spirited composition - "Hail to the Riflemen." He was for many years organist for St. John's Church, Adelaide, when the late Dean Russell and the Rev. D. J. H. Ibbetson were incumbents, and there are many now living who owe much to him as a teacher of the art he loved so well and for which tuition he asked no return. Mr. Pounsett's father, who himself preceded his son as an organist at St. John's, is still living, an octogenarian, and a colonist of half a century. The deceased leaves a widow and several grown children.

ASSOCIATIONS: Emanuel Spiller (conductor)

[NEws], South Australian Register (12 November 1890), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article47262880 

Mr. H. Pounsett, who arrived in Adelaide in 1840, died at his residence, Halifax street, on Tuesday. He was by trade a compositor, but special aptitude in that direction led him to devote much of his attention to music. He was the author of several burlesque operas, and on various occasions took a leading part in Christy minstrel entertainments in the city, besides being active in other branches of his much loved art.

"DEATHS", South Australian Register (4 August 1891), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article48243880

POUNSETT. - On the 27th July, at Willunga, Henry Rothwell Pounsett, aged 80 years.

"THE LATE MR. H. R. POUNSETT", South Australian Register (4 August 1891), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article48243900

Another pioneer has passed away in the late Mr. Henry Rothwell Pounsett, whose death, at the age of eighty-two, took place at Willunga on Monday, July 27. The deceased arrived in June, 1839, in the passenger-ship Seppings, and started farming on a large scale, which, however, proved a failure owing to stagnation of trade. After that he followed the legal profession, but was again unsuccessful in consequence of previous losses. In 1859 the late gentleman joined the Civil Service, and in 1861 was appointed Post and Telegraph Stationmaster at Willunga, in which position he remained and performed his duties till within ten days of his death. Being of a retiring disposition, the late Mr. Pounsett did not enter into public matters, although by his many kindnesses he was beloved by every one in Willunga and its neighbourhood. The deceased gentleman for a number of years occupied the position of honorary organist at St. John's and St. Paul's Churches in Adelaide. He was the son of the late Mr. Henry Rothwell Pounsett, of Surrey, England, an uncle of Grant Malcolmson, who won the Victoria Cross for saving the life of a brother officer in the Indian War, a picture of whom was exhibited in the Adelaide Jubilee Exhibition, and also an uncle of the present Lord Erskine, of Restormel Castle, Cornwall.

"OBITUARY. MR. W. R. POUNSETT", Border Watch [Mount Gambier, SA] (13 April 1937), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article77993635 


Musical works:

Hail to the rifleman ((Henry Pounsett junior, 1860)

Hail to the riflemen, volunteer song written by Donald McLeod, composed by Henry Pounsett (Adelaide: W. H. Hillier, 1860)

Copy at the State Library of South Australia (not digitised):

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/11504396 

The herald polka (Henry Pounsett junior, 1863)

The herald polka The Adelaide musical herald 1/2 (16 January 1863), 13

Wedding hymn (Henry Pounsett junior, 1865)

Wedding hymn, poetry by James Fawsett, music by Henry Pounsett, dedicated by the author very respectfully to Miss Marie Chalker, as a tribute of respect for colonial talent, and to the ladies of South Australia (Adelaide: B. Sander, 1865)

Copy at the National Library of Australia

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/20873760 

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-166884245 (DIGITISED)

You'll remember me (Henry Pounsett junior, 1869)

You'll remember me; or The magic cup, song from the burlesque opera Faust, written by A. J. Diamond, the music composed by H. Pounsett (Adelaide: Sims & Elliott, 1869)

Copy at the National Library of Australia

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/23917429 

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-169716015 (DIGITISED)

The exhibition polka (E. M. [Pounsett] Norton, 1887)

The exhibition polka, E. Maud Norton (nee E. M. Pounsett), dedicated by permission to the lady mayoress of Adelaide (Mrs. E. T. Smith) (Adelaide, Burden & Bonython, [1887])

Copy at the National Library of Australia

https://trove.nla.gov.au/version/11971535 

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-175744488 (DIGITISED)


Bibliography and resources:

"THIRTY YEARS IN STAGELAND. BY J. H. L. No. III", Adelaide Observer (28 July 1900), 33

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article162401027 

. . . During the later "sixties" and the early "seventies" there were several amateurs of more than average ability, who delighted their patrons by clever performances. Notable among these was the talented company of singers and comedians who went under the name of the Original Amateur Christy Minstrels. The moving spirits in the company were Arthur J. Diamond and Henry Pounsett; and associated with them were T. G. Pappin, Charles Lyons, Walter Dyer, Lou and Vaughan Jagoe, George Selth, Harry Howard; and last, but not least, Charley Howson, who was really a professional, but who devoted much of his time to the assistance of amateurs . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Thomas Green Pappin (vocalist); Charles Edwin Howson (vocalist, musician)




POUSSARD, Horace (Horace Remi POUSSARD: Horace-Rémy POUSSARD; Horace POUSSARD)

Violinist, composer, music teacher

Born Château-Gontier, France, ? 11 June 1829
Arrived (1) Melbourne, August 1861 (per Wellesley)
Departed (1) Melbourne, 26 July 1864 (per Bombay, for Point de Galle)
Arrived (2) Melbourne, August 1883 (per Iberia)
Died Sydney, NSW, 12 September 1898, aged 71

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Horace+Poussard (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

http://nla.gov.au/nla.party-1502097 (NLA persistent identifier)

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Horace_Poussard (Wikipedia)

https://imslp.org/wiki/Category:Poussard,_Horace (IMSLP)

https://www.worldcat.org/identities/viaf-19946851 (WorldCat)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-P-2.php#POUSSARD-Horace (shareable link to this entry)

ASSOCIATIONS: Rene Douay (cellist)

THIS ENTRY IS A STUB ON PERSONNEL FIRST ACTIVE IN AUSTRALIA AFTER 1860


Documentation:

[News], The Argus (19 August 1861), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5703229

[Advertisement], The South Australian Advertiser (10 June 1862), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article31811429

"TOPICS OF THE DAY", The South Australian Advertiser (19 June 1862), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article31811753

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (2 November 1863), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13086775

[Shipping], The Australian News for Home Readers (25 August 1864), 15

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article63170466

"SHIPPING INTELLIGENCE", South Australian Register (23 July 1883), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article43467257

[News], The Argus (24 August 1883), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article8551910

"Deaths", The Sydney Morning Herald (13 September 1898), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article14144366

"DEATH OF M. POUSSARD", The Sydney Morning Herald (13 September 1898), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article14144440

Amateurs of music will learn with regret of the death of M. Horace Poussard, the well-known violinist, which occurred at his residence, in the New South Head-road, about 8 o'clock last night. M. Poussard was almost to the last in active work, as he gave a lesson to a pupil on Saturday evening, and then at midnight had an apoplectic seizure, which rendered him unconscious until his death . . . M. Horace Poussard formed a link with a very interesting musical past, which takes us back to the days of Habeneck, the famous French violinist (born 1781), who numbered amongst his pupils at the Paris Conservatorium such great artists as Alard, Clapiscon, and Leonard. Somewhere in the twenties Charles Poussard distinguished himself under Habeneck's tuition, and early in 1849, the year of the great maestro's death, Horace Poussard, son of the abovementioned, joined Habeneck's class, and carried off the first prize for violin.

Horace Poussard, who was born about 1827 at Chateau-Gontier, Mayenne province, France, was then transferred to the care of Professor Dolphin Alard, who was then, and remained so for nearly 20 years later, the great representative of the French school of violin playing. At the end of his three years' study at the Conservatoire Poussard took first prize, and he then travelled for five years through Germany, Hungary, Greece, and Turkey. Subsequently he toured through England (where be played before the Queen), Australia, New Zealand, Ceylon, Mauritius, India, and the Cape of Good Hope.

M. Poussard's first tour in Australia, about 30 years ago, was under Mr. R. S. Smythe's management, who at the same time introduced Rene Douay, the celebrated 'cellist. The pair starred [in] New Zealand and Tasmania successfully, but on their reappearance in Melbourne, where they were engaged by Barry Sullivan to play solos between the tragedy and the farce at the leading playhouse, Douay suddenly went mad, and the tour terminated.

Accordingly in 1869, M. Poussard was again in Paris, where he appeared with Signor Bottesini, the great contra-bassist, before the Empress Eugenie. This concert, the last he gave at Paris before the war, led to the publication in a Paris paper of a cartoon, in which Paganini rose from his tomb to congratulate his successor. This cartoon was reproduced by the Sydney "Bulletin" in 1883. From 1870 to 1879 Poussard directed the orchestra of the Boulogne Casino, previously controlled by Alexandre Guilmant, the great French organist, and in 1886 he returned to Australia and settled permanently in Sydney.

His style, which was essentially French and marked by much brilliancy, won him great popularity on the platform, and he did excellent work here, not only as a teacher, but as leader of the Beethoven quartette in connection with the Orpheus Society, and as leader of the Sydney quintette of which Mme. Charbonnet Kellermann was the pianist. Latterly the deceased appeared but seldom in public. In private life he was genial and vivacious, and was widely esteemed in artistic circles . . .


Musical works:

The dead heroes ("Grand musical drama", "musical poem", composed in memory of Burke and Wills, and dedicated to John McDougall Stuart) [June 1862]

Song of Australia (duet [for violin and cello?]) [November 1863]


Musical works by Frederick Augustus Packer "with violin obligato as played by Poussard":

Unforgotten (words: Frances Nicholson) (Hobart: J. Walch & Sons, [1893])

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/9854587 

Thou comest not back again ("waiting, watching, longing") (words: Adam Lindsay Gordon) (Hobart: J. Walch & Sons, [1893])

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/9854596 

Ave Maria (preghiera for soprano with violin obbligato) (Hobart: J. Walch & Sons, [1893])

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/32059131 


Bibliography and resources:

Peggy Lais, "Horace Poussard and Dead Heroes: a musical tribute to Burke and Wills", Context: journal of music research 23 (Autumn 2002), 23-32

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/39330548

https://search.informit.org/doi/abs/10.3316/ielapa.199092705107032 (PAYWALL)

https://contextjournal.music.unimelb.edu.au/no-23 (FREE ACCESS)

Horrie Poussard, "Horace Remi Poussard: 19th century travelling violinist", Explorations 42 (June 2007), 27-34

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/158889426 

https://www.isfar.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/42_HORRIE-POUSSARD-Horace-Remi-Poussard-19th-Century-Travelling-Violonist.pdf 




POWELL, Charles (Charles POWELL; Chas. POWELL; Mr. POWELL)

Dancer, theatrical dancer, dancing master

Active Ballarat, VIC, 1856-58

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Charles+Powell+dancing+master (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-P-2.php#POWELL-Charles (shareable link to this entry)


Documentation:

"THE MONTEZUMA", The Star [Ballarat, VIC] (29 June 1857), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article66042913 

This theatre was re-opened last Monday evening under the management of Mr. J. P. Hydes . . . We must not forget to mention Mr. Powell's pupils, the Misses Wiseman, whose dancing is worth seeing . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: John Proctor Hydes (actor, manager); Emily and Fanny Wiseman (dancers); Montezuma Theatre (Ballarat venue)




POWER, William Pierce (William Pierce POWER; William Pierse POWER; W. P. POWER)

Amateur musician, baritone vocalist, choir singer

Born Cork, Ireland, 1823; baptised St. Mary's (RC), Cork City, 16 February 1823; son of William Pierce POWER and Mary RUSSELL
Arrived Melbourne, VIC, by 1853 (? per Runnymede, June 1852, aged "25" [sic])
Married Ann HUNTER (1827-1871), St. Francis's church, Melbourne, VIC, 28 February 1854
Died Echuca, VIC, 22 October 1877

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=William+Pierce+Power+1823-1877 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-P-2.php#POWER-William-Pierce (shareable link to this entry)

POWER, Bartholomew Hyacinth (Bartholomew POWER; Rev. Bartholomew Hyacinth POWER, O.P.)

Musician, pianist, organist, tenor vocalist, composer, Catholic priest, Dominican friar

Born Cork, Ireland, 1827; baptised St. Finbarr's south, Cork City, 16 September 1827; son of William Pierce POWER and Mary RUSSELL
Arrived Melbourne, VIC, 2 February 1858 (per Shooting Star, from Liverpool, November 1857)
Died Geelong, VIC, 6 August 1869, aged 42

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Bartholomew+Hyacinth+Power+1827-1869 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-P-2.php#POWER-Bartholomew-Hyacinth (shareable link to this entry)


Documentation:

Register of baptisms, St. Mary's (RC), Cork City, 1808-34, page 393; National Library of Ireland

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/61039/images/04782_02_0215 (PAYWALL)

[1823] [February] 16 / Wm. Pierce [son] of Wm. Power & Mary Rusell . . . Wm. Pierce Power

Register of baptisms, St. Finbarr's (south) (RC), Cork City, 1810-34, page 374; National Library of Ireland

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/61039/images/04778_04_0194 (PAYWALL)

[1827] [September] / 16 / Barth'w [son] of Wm. Power & Mary Russell, [sponsors] Rev'd. Bartholomew Russell . . . / Barth'w Power

William Power in Australia:

[Advertisement], The Argus (14 July 1853), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4794463 

GRANDE SOIREE MUSICALE, Friday, 15th July.
ALI-BEN-SOU-ALLE . . . assisted by the following eminent artistes -
Vocalists - Mrs. Testar, Mons. Valere, and Mr. Power.
Leader, Herr Strebinger; Conductor, Mr. Buddee; Cornet a Piston, Mr. Chapman
And the full Band of the 40th Regiment.
PROGRAMME. Part 1 . . . 6. A thousand a year - Mr. Power . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Ali-Ben Sou-Alle (musician); Elizabeth Testar (vocalist); Mons. Valere (vocalist); Frederick Strebinger (violin); Julius Buddee (piano accompanist); George Chapman (cornet); Band of the 40th Regiment

"CATHOLIC ASSOCIATION", The Argus (18 July 1853), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article255611781 

Last evening the usual monthly meeting of this Association took place in St. Francis's Hall, Elizabeth street. The Very Rev. Dr. Geoghegan, V.G., presided in the absence of the Right Rev. Dr Goold, Catholic Bishop of Melbourne . . . Mr. William Power, who made his debut at Mrs. Hancock's concert, sang a solo from Handel, which was given in a masterly style that justifies us in saying, he promises to be a valuable acquisition to the musical profession in Melbourne . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Mary Ellen Hancock (vocalist); Power was not listed as singing at Hancock's concert in June; Patrick Geoghegan (vicar general); James Alipius Goold (bishop)

[Advertisement], The Argus (25 July 1853), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4794926 

MECHANICS' INSTITUTE, Monday, 25th July. Grand Musical Soiree.
The third appearance of Ali-Ben-Sou-Alle . . . Mrs. Testar, Mr. Valere, and Mr. Power.
Leader, Herr Strebinger; Conductor, Mr. Buddee. Cornopean, Mr. Chapman. Full Band,
PROGRAMME. PART I . . . Song - I love her as that heaven I love - Opera of Maritana - Mr. Power - Wallis [Wallace] . . .

[Advertisement], The Argus (1 August 1853), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4795193 

GRAND Musical Soiree, at the Mechanics' Institute, this day, (Monday). First of August.
The last appearance but two of All-Ben Sou-Alle . . .
Programme: Part I . . . Song - I'm afloat, Mr. Power - Russell . . .
Quartetto - Moise in Egypte. Miss Smith, Mr. Valere, Power and Barre - Rossini . . .

[Advertisement], The Argus (5 August 1853), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4795391 

MECHANICS' INSTITUTE. Friday, 5th August.
Grand Musical Soiree. The last appearance but one of ALI-BEN-SOU-ALLE . . .
PROGRAMME. PART I . . . Song - I'm afloat, Mr. Power - Russell . . .
Quartetto - Moise in Egypto. Miss M. Smith, Mr. Valere, Mr. Power and Mr. Roberts - Rossini . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Meabella Smith (vocalist)

"SANDRIDGE", The Banner (19 August 1853), 10

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article179480930 

On Friday evening a concert in connection with the Mechanics' Institution took place here . . . It was ably conducted by Mr. Power, of Melbourne who acquitted himself with ability. His delivery of "As I view those scenes so charming," was very masterly, and elicited a loud applause. Mr. Peck and Mr. Chapman, gave each a solo, the former on the violin, and was loudly encored - the latter on the harp, with equal results. While meed of praise is due to all the performers, we are bound to particularise the voice and execution of Miss Martin, a debutante who was loudly applauded and encored. She sung "Shells of the ocean," with much grace, and reminded us of the earlier days of Mrs. Waylett . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: George Peck (violin); Charlotte Martin (vocalist)

[Advertisement], The Banner (23 August 1853), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article179480978 

WILLIAMS TOWN. - Concert of Vocal and Instrumental Music at the Court House, on Thursday evening, 25th August, 1853. Mr. H. J. Witton, Professor of Music, from Adelaide, respectfully announces to the inhabitants of this port, and the masters of vessels in harbour, that he has obtained the sanction of the presiding magistrates to hold a Concert in the above room . . .
Principal Vocalists. - Mrs. H. J. Witton, (her first appearance in public).
Mr. Warden, the celebrated Scotch humorist.
Mr. Power.
Mr. H. J. Witton.
Pianist, Mr. O'Sullivan, Professor of Music, from the Royal Conservatory of Paris.
Conductor, Mr. Witton . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Henry James Witton (vocalist, musician); Charles John Sullivan (pianist)

[Advertisement], The Argus (28 January 1854), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4802560 

ROWE'S CIRCUS . . . The Twelfth of a series of PROMENADE CONCERTS . . .
Saturday evening, January 28th, 1854. Mr. Alfred Oakey's celebrated Monster Orchestra . . .
First appearance of Mr. Power, the Vocalist.
Madame Sara Flower, the Queen of Song, and Miss Hartland . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Joseph Andrew Rowe (proprietor); Alfred Oakey (conductor); Sara Flower (vocalist); Miss Hartland (vocalist)

[Advertisement], The Age (15 February 1855), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article154850779 

GRAND PROMENADE CONCERT Of Vocal and Instrumental Music.
EXHIBITION BUILDING. IN Aid of the Sufferers by the late Fire at Sandridge . . .
THIS EVENING, FEB. 15 . . . PROGRAMME . . . Part II . . .
5. Glee: "Spring's delights," Mrs. Testar, and Miss Edwards, Herr Prinz and Mr. Power - Mulher . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Herr Prinz (vocalist)

[Advertisement], The Argus (31 March 1856), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4834256 

NATIONAL HOTEL, Bourke-street east.
IMMENSE ATTRACTION! Re-Engagement of Mrs. VINCENT and Mr. YOULE, Who will appear Every Evening, in their celebrated Comic Duets, &c.
Also Mr. CASSIDY, the eminent Serio-Comic Vocalist.
Mr. McDONNALD, the renowned Scotch Ballad Singer.
And Mr. POWER, the well-known Baritone.
Pianist and Musical Director: Mr. J. R. VINCENT.
Decidedly the Best Entertainment given in the Colonies. Admission Free.

ASSOCIATIONS: John Rimmer Vincent (pianist); Joseph Youle (vocalist)

[Advertisement], The Argus (28 August 1856), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article7135634 

NATIONAL MUSIC HALL, Bourke-street - Mr. Power, the admired baritone and Herr Veit Rahm . . . Madame Butler, the admired and popular vocalist, Every Evening.

ASSOCIATIONS: Veit Rahm (vocalist, zither); Emily Davis (Madame Butler) (vocalist)

[Advertisement], The Argus (8 September 1856), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article7136193 

NATIONAL HOTEL MUSIC HALL . . . A Grand Concert is given Every Evening . . .
MADAME D. BUTLER, the much admired cantatrice.
MRS. PENDLETON, the pleasing vocalist.
MR. PENDLETON, the famed performer on the tambourine and bones, and comic vocalist . . .
MR. POWER, the admired baritone.
Pianoforte - Mr. E. J. Piper. Proprietor - Mr. W. Hutchinson. Admission, Free.

ASSOCIATIONS: John and Emma Pendleton (vocalists); Edward John Piper (piano)

[Advertisement], The Argus (27 November 1856), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article7140732 

NATIONAL HOTEL MUSIC HALL, Bourke-street east, near Parliament Houses. - The following favourite performers will appear nightly: Mrs. Wallace, Mr. J. Macdonald (who is engaged for a short period), Mrs. Ellis, Mr. Benjamin, Mr. Power. Pianoforte, Mr. E. J. Piper.

"THE NEWS OF THE DAY", The Age (20 February 1858), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article154856682 

A series of cheap concerts are to be given at the Mechanics' Institute, on Monday and Saturday in each week, under the management of Mr. Vitelli. The vocalists include the names of Miss O. Hamilton, Madame Vitelli, Mons. E. Coulon, and Mr. Power. Mr. Bial is to preside at the piano-forte.

ASSOCIATIONS: John and Annie Vitelli (vocalists); Octavia Hamilton (vocalist); Emile Coulon (vocalist); Charles Bial (piano)

"THE NEWS OF THE DAY", The Age (6 March 1858), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article154858271 

On Wednesday evening last a concert was given at the Cumberland Arms, Brunswick, in aid of the Indian Relief Fund, when Miss Octavia Hamilton, Madame Vitelli, Mons. Coulon, and Mr. Power appeared as vocalists, and the latter as manager . . .

"COMPLIMENTARY CONCERT TO MR. W. POWER", The Argus (8 April 1858), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article7292369 

Last evening a complimentary benefit concert was given at the Mechanics' Institute to Mr. W. Power, a principal member of the choir of the church of St. Francis, Elizabeth street. The audience was numerous, and appeared highly satisfied with the entertainment. Madame Carandini, an old and highly esteemed favorite of the Melbourne public, contributed her valuable services, and was well supported by the bénéficiaire, Signor Grossi, Herr Koehler, Mr. Percival, and others. The programme had the merit of being well-selected, and not too long. Madame Carandini was in excellent voice, and sang several ballads in a style which could not easily have been excelled. This lady at time takes people by surprise, and we confess we should not be sorry to hear her in Italian opera. The buffo duet "Quanta Amore," which she sang with Signor Grossi, met with a deserved encore; but in "Coming thro' the Rye," "Molly Asthore," and the "Last Rose of Summer," she was still more successful. Linley's beautiful ballad, "I cannot mind my wheel, mother," was another treat. Herr Koehler gave a clever performance on the French flageolet. Mr. Power sang "The harp that once thro' Tara's Halls" with much feeling and expression. Mr. Percival, who possesses a good tenor voice, but is rather deficient in style at present, sang "My pretty Jane" in a manner which afforded a promise of better things. Mr. Lavenu presided at the pianoforte, and rendered valuable assistance as accompanyist. We must not forget Signor Grossi, whose version of "Mei Rampoli" was highly diverting.

ASSOCIATIONS: Lewis Henry Lavenu (conductor); Maria Carandini (vocalist); Enrico Grossi (vocalist); Charles Percival (vocalist); Richard Wildblood Kohler (musician); the concert was given under the patronage of John O'Shanassy

[Advertisement], Ovens and Murray Advertiser [Beechworth, VIC] (22 May 1858), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article112895964 

EL Dorado Concert Hall.
THIS Hall will be re-opened on Monday, May 24th, 1858,
For a short series of The following celebrated Artistes are engaged: -
Madame Vitelli; Mrs. Williamson; Mr. D. O'Connor; Mr. Power; Mr. Furrian, and Mr. A. King, Pianist.
Admission - One Shilling.

ASSOCIATIONS: Henry Furrian (vocalist)

[Advertisement], The Age (13 July 1858), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article154875662 

RE-OPENING OF THE ORGAN
In the CHURCH OF ST. FRANCIS'S, Lonsdale street.
A GRAND ORATORIO Will be given On Wednesday Evening, July 14th . . .
Principal Vocalists: Miss Hamilton, Mrs. Wilkinson, Mr. Ewart, and Mr. Power . . .
Conductor - Mr. Wilkinson.
Organist - Mr. Charles Plunket.
Programme - Part I . . . "Kyrie" "Gloria" "Credo" (By the Full Chorus, Organ and Orchestra; Solos by Miss O. Hamilton, Mrs. Wilkinson, Mr. Ewart and Mr. Power) - Mozart, 12 . . .
"On Thee each Living Soul awaits," Trio, by Miss O. Hamilton, Mr. Ewart and Mr. Power - Haydn . . .
"The Marvellous Works," Solo and Chorus, Miss O. Hamilton - Haydn . . .
"The Heavens are telling," Grand Chorus - Haydn . . .
Part II . . . . "Kyrie" "Gloria" "Credo" ( Solos by Miss O. Hamilton, Mrs. Wilkinson, Mr. Ewart and Mr. Power) - Haydn, No. 3 . . .
"Dal tuo Stellato Soglio" (Mose in Egitto), Quartette, by Miss Hamilton, Mrs. Wilkinson, Mr. Ewart and Mr. Power - Rossini
"Qui Tollis" - Bass Solo, with Chorus, Mr. Power - Balfe . . .
"Sancta Mater" (Stabat Mater), Quartetto, Miss O. Hamilton, Mrs. Wilkinson, Mr, Ewart, and Mr. Power - Rossini
"Hallelujah Chorus" - Messiah - Handel . . .

"GRAND CONCERT AT ST. FRANCIS'S", The Age (15 July 1858), 6

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article154875278 

Yesterday evening the Church of St. Francis's, in Elizabeth street, was filled in every part by a large and attentive audience . . . . The following were the chief items in the programme . . . Air - "Pro peccatis." (Stabat Mater.) Mr. Power - Rossini . . . The concert opened with a fine Fugue by Bach . . . immediately followed by the "Kyrie," "Gloria," and "Credo," from Mozart's splendid Twelfth Mass, a composition which is now as well known in the drawing-room as in the church, and is ever acceptable to musical ears. The solo parts were sustained by Miss Octavia Hamilton, Mrs. Wilkinson, Mr. Ewart and Mr. Power, who sang the phrases allotted to them with great care and feeling, but the chorus seemed to be devoid of enthusiasm, and the fine vigorous passages with which the mass abounds were not rendered commensurately well . . . To this succeeded the trio, "On Thee each living soul awaits," by Miss Hamilton, Mr. Ewart and Mr. Power. The parts were evenly sung throughout, if we except an occasional weakness in the bass, which seemed to arise from want of confidence, not of ability, in the performer. the selections from Haydn's mass were admirably given . . . The solo parts as usual were borne by Miss Hamilton, Mrs. Wilkinson, Mr, Ewart, and Mr. Power . . . The beautiful quartette, from "Mose in Egitto," was very agreeably sung, but the contralto part assigned to Mrs. Wilkinson was deficient in power, and occasionally quite inaudible. In the "Pro Peccatis," Mr. Power entirely redeemed himself, and Mr. Ewart gained additional credit by his spirited rendering of the "Cujus animam." In both of these, however, the band was ineffective, a circumstance we attribute to deficient rehearsal. We are glad to learn that the Rev. McEvey intends to get up another sacred concert in a still more elaborate and complete manner, at the commencement of October. The funds derived from both are to be devoted to the expenses of the organ and the establishment of a permanent, numerous, and able choir.

ASSOCIATIONS: Ann Wilkinson (contralto); Thomas Ewart (tenor); Edward King (violin, leader); William Wilkinson (conductor); Charles Plunket (organist)

"CONSECRATION OF THE BISHOP OF ADELAIDE. CEREMONIAL AT ST. FRANCIS'", The Age (9 September 1859), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article154829248 

. . . The consecration of a bishop [Patrick Geoghegan] being hitherto unknown in Victoria there was no little excitement among the Catholic community; and though the occasion was made to serve the interests of a charitable institution, almost every seat was secured long before the eventful hour arrived. Even previous to ten o'clock in the morning [yesterday] the doors were besieged by crowds of well dressed persons anxious to obtain good seats, and by half-past eleven, the time when the ceremony commenced, the spacious building was entirely filled, and yet there was no overcrowding. The centre was left clear for the convenience of those engaged in the procession. The choir was augmented by a number of the leading members of the Philharmonic Society, and several solo singers of excellence, among whom we may mention Miss Octavia Hamilton, Mrs. Testar, Mr. Ewart, Mr. B. J. Downing of Geelong, Mr. Power, and Mr. Farquharson - the last-mentioned gentleman giving his services gratuitously. The choir, thus numbering about fifty or sixty persons, was conducted by Mr. G. King [sic, E. King], Mr. Wilkinson presiding at the organ. The Mass sung was Haydn's Imperial or No. 3 . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Robert Farquharson (bass vocalist); Bartholomew Joseph Downing (vocalist)

"NEW INSOLVENTS", The Star [Ballarat, VIC] (12 August 1863), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article72516409 

William Pierce Power, of Melbourne, clerk. Causes of insolvency - Reduction of salary, illness in family, and pressure of creditors. Debts, £146 18s 9d; assets, £10; deficiency, £136 18s 9d. Mr. Moore, official assignee.

"BALLARAT WEST POLICE COURT. TUESDAY, AUG. 21", The Argus (22 August 1866), 6

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5771293 

. . . William Pierce Power, the accountant of the Band of Hope Company, deposed - I was present on the 11th inst. . . .

"THE BRIDGE STREET MARKET. PROMENADE CONCERTS", The Ballarat Star (13 September 1867), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article112870312 

What must, we presume, be called the opening of the newly-completed Bridge street market took place on the night of Thursday, 12th September, when the first of a series of promenade concerts took place within the spacious quadrangle of the market-house. As our readers are aware, these concerts are for the benefit of the Benevolent and Orphan Asylums . . . The vocalists were Miss P. Brown, Mr. W. M. Brown, Mr. Power, and Messrs. Cazaly, Lamble, Rees, and Gray, of the Ballarat Glee and Madrigal Union . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Peter Cazaly (vocalist); Samuel Lamble (vocalist)

[Advertisement], The Ballarat Star (17 September 1870), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article218798496 

In the Insolvent Estate of WILLIAM PIERCE POWER, of Ballarat, in the colony of Victoria, Accountant. Geelong Circuit District. WHEREAS, the estate of WILLIAM PIERCE POWER . . . was, on the twenty-ninth day of July, one thousand eight hundred and seventy, placed under sequestration . . .

[Advertisenent], The Ballarat Star (18 March 1872), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article197627450 

HIBERNIAN AUSTRALASIAN CATHOLIC BENEFIT SOCIETY . . .
A CONCERT Will be given in the MECHANICS' INSTITUTE, On MONDAY EVENING, 18th MARCH
In Aid of the Funds of the DRUM AND FIFE BAND OF THE ABOVE SOCIETY,
PROGRAMME . . . PART II . . . Duet - "I saw from the beach" (Moore) - Miss Emily and Mr. W. P. Power . . .
Ballad - "I cannot mind my wheel, mother" (Linlay B) - Miss Emily Power . . .
Ballad - "The Minstrel Boy" (Moore) - Mr. W. P. Power . . .

"PROMINENT TOPICS", Advocate (2 November 1872), 10

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article170158135 

We learn on good authority that Mr. Wm. Pierse Power, accountant of the Band and Albion Consols Company (and better known to the Ballarat public as one who has long correctly rendered sacred music), has at least as good a chance as any one else of falling in for the long disputed fortune left by the Russian general, Maurice de Lacy Pierse. A paragraph with reference to this fortune is at present going "the rounds" of the Victorian press . . .

"NEWS AND NOTES", The Ballarat Star (2 June 1875), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article208329154 

A grand complimentary concert, vocal and instrumental, will be given this evening at the Mechanics; Institute to Mr. W. P. Power, on the occasion of his departure from Ballarat. Mr. Power has a large circle of musical friends, and they have issued a very interesting programme, which appears in another column, for the concert. Nearly all the popular musical talent of Ballarat is announced to be engaged in the affair . . .

"DEATHS", The Ballarat Star (24 October 1877), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article199841456 

POWER - On the 22nd October, at Echuca, after a long and painful illness, W. P. Power, late of Ballarat, and a native of Cork, Ireland. Home papers please copy.

Bartholomew Power in Australia:

"LATEST FROM ENGLAND . . . LONDON, NOVEMBER 16, 1857", Empire (12 January 1858), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article60264302 

The Black Ball dipper ship Shooting Star sailed from Liverpool on Saturday last for Melbourne, with 300 passengers and upwards of 3000 tons of cargo. She left in beautiful trim, and having previously made the passage in 74 days deeply laden, it is anticipated that the present run will not exceed 65 days. The following names are on her list óf passengers . . . Rev. B. H. Power . . .

"WEST MAITLAND (From a Correspondent)", Freeman's Journal (10 January 1863), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article115430029 

Our townspeople had a treat last Monday evening, the like of which it is not often their happy lot to enjoy. The Rev. B. H. Power gave us a most delightful account of Portugal . . . Father Power passed nine years of his life in the Irish Dominican Convent in Lisbon . . . At the close of the lecture he sang three beautiful airs as specimens of the music in general use among the Portuguese. Good and entertaining as the lecture was, it was undoubtedly surpassed by the exceedingly artistic style in which the reverend gentleman performed these simple and beautiful airs. His manner of accompaniment too was the most masterly that we have heard for a long time . . .

"CURRENT TOPICS", Geelong Advertiser (19 June 1867), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article150646589 

What was termed a grand extra concert was given at the Mechanics' Institute last evening by the Carandinis, at which there was not a very good attendance in consequence of the inclement weather . . . Miss Rosina delivered the new favorite of the Geelong public, "I cannot mind my wheel, mother," and received an encore, when she substituted a pretty little comic Irish ballad, entitled "Peggy McShane," the music of which was composed, we believe, by Father Power, of St. Mary's Church, Geelong . . .

"TOPICS OF THE DAY", The South Australian Advertiser (1 October 1868), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article31982842 

On Wednesday evening the Carandini company sang at the Theatre Royal, to but a small house. Never were such deserving artistes so poorly patronised, and at the same time their performances so much enjoyed by those who attended them . . . Miss Rosina Carandini was again encored in "Norah Mullane" . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Rosina Carandini (vocalist)

"ENTERTAINMENT AT THE CONVENT OF MERCY, GEELONG", Advocate (12 December 1868), 11

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article169266119 

. . . Pomponius, a pompous old Pagan doctor, could not have been placed in better hands than those of Miss Brentani . . . She was indeed a bounceable, pompous, but jolly little doctor, and when in the third act she sang a song set to music by the Rev. Father Power, she was most enthusiastically encored, her voice, a rich mezzo soprano, being a volume of sound; it was, however, as much her naive drollery that captivated her hearers, as her singing . . .

"CURRENT TOPICS", Geelong Advertiser (19 January 1869), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article150643840 

The first of the series of concerts to be given by Madame and the Misses Carandini, and Mr. Walter Sherwin, took place at the Mechanics' Institute last evening . . . Miss Rosina sang the Irish ballad, "Norah Mullane," composed expressly for her by a Geelong gentleman, with much naivete . . .

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (20 March 1869), 9

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13189487

J. R. CLARKE, 23, Hunter-street . . . Norah Mullane, 2s, as sung by Miss Rosini Carandini. CLARKE, Musicseller . . .

"DIED", Geelong Advertiser (7 August 1869), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article148883498 

POWER. - On the 6th August, at St. Mary's Presbytery, Geelong, the Rev. Bartholomew Hyacinth Power, aged 42 years. R.I.P. The funeral will move from St. Mary's Church on Tuesday, 10th instant, immediately after the celebration of the Office for the Dead and Requiem High Mass, which will commence at 10 o'clock, a.m.

"DEATH OF FATHER POWER", The Herald (7 August 1869), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article244909852 

. . . Father Power was no mean musician and composer, and some of his sacred pieces are as familiar as household words to lovers of harmony . . .

[News], The Argus (11 August 1869), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5819030

. . . The funeral of the late Rev. B. H. Power, for magnitude and solemnity, surpassed any previous one in Geelong, at all events. The procession, which left St. Mary's after the solemn mass for the dead, could not have numbered less than three thousand, and the concourse of townspeople on either side to the cemetery numbered about two thousand more . . . Arrived at the cemetery, the coffin was borne to the vault beneath the mortuary chapel, and here, with the orphan children ranged on either side, the final service was "chaunted".

"DEATH OF THE REV. FATHER B. H. POWER", Geelong Advertiser (14 August 1869), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article148883711 

. . . Father Power was born in Cork in 1827, and at his death therefore was a comparatively young man. He left his native town when only fourteen years of age for the Dominican monastery at Lisbon, and there commenced his studies. Fond of learning, he quickly secured the respect of his preceptors, and soon became conspicuous among his fellow scholars. After studying for five years, he, for the benefit of his health, which was never of the best, returned to Cork. After staying at home for a year, he again visited Lisbon, where in 1850 he was ordained. The first years of his priest hood he spent at the convent of St. Mary's in Cork, gaining experience in his sacred duties and making hosts of friends, and so he would have continued could he have had his own way. Never did we know a man more passionately fond of his native land; Ireland with him was the gem of the earth, and he would always stand up in her defence with an earnestness that never failed to secure a wrapt attention from his audience. It was hot to be, however. His health failing him, he was advised to visit Australia, and in this colony he arrived in the year 1858. He was first located at Richmond; but so well was his great ability known, that when the Editor of the Sydney "Freeman's" Journal died, Dr. Polding, the Archbishop of Sydney, immediately sent for him to take charge of that journal, his brilliant writings quickly increasing its popularity. He continued to manage the paper until the year 1861, when, being attacked with his old complaint, he returned to Victoria, and took charge of one of the most important missions of the diocese, namely, that of Ballarat. Here he remained for five years in the active discharge of his Master's work, and endearing himself to every member of his numerous flock. On the consecration of Dr. Shiels as Bishop of Adelaide in 1866 he was transferred to Geelong, where, with the exception of a few months spent in Adelaide he resided until the time of his death. A few months ago he proceeded to Adelaide, but gaining little benefit by the change he soon returned to this town and has been ill ever since, not being expected to live a few weeks ago. During the whole of the weary time he was ill he was calm and resigned, and his friends can with satisfaction say that if ever a man was prepared to meet his fate, that man was their dear pastor, Father Power. It is, however, not by the Catholic portion of our community alone that his loss will be felt, it is a general loss to the whole of us that so ripe a scholar should have been cut down by disease in the prime of his manhood. It will be a sad loss to the musical world, for he was quite a musical genius, and his compositions can be found scattered about in both the Old World and the New. He was an excellent linguist, speaking Portuguese, Spanish and French with fluency, and had a perfect knowledge of his mother tongue. He was a perfect master at the organ or piano, and before his voice gave way he possessed a tenor voice of great purity . . .

"CURRENT TOPICS", Geelong Advertiser (31 December 1869), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article150436354 

It having been announced that the concert last evening would be for the benefit of the Misses Rosina and Fannie Carandini, two especial favorites with the music loving portion of Geelong, we fully expected to see them greeted by an overflowing house. Such we regrets to state was not the case . . . The Irish ballad "Norah Mullane," composed expressly for Miss Rosina by the late lamented Father Power was sung by that young lady with a considerable amount of expression, and to many recalled old times, when the reverend composer was one of the leaders in our little musical world . . .


Musical works:

Norah Mullane, Irish ballad, written and composed expressly for Miss Rosina Carandini, by the late Rev. B. H. Power (Geelong, Victoria) (Melbourne: Wilkie, Webster, & Allan, [c.1869])

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/27332733 

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-177490596 (DIGITISED)


Bibliography and resources:

James Hogan, The Irish in Australia (London: Ward & Downey, 1887), 104

http://gutenberg.net.au/ebooks05/0500661.txt

. . . a highly-accomplished Irish priest, the Rev. B. H. Power, one of the most accomplished preachers the Victorian church has possessed, a musician and composer of acknowledged attainments, and in his younger days a skilful editor of the Sydney Freeman's Journal . . .

Hugh Fenning, "Irishmen ordained at Lisbon, 1740-1850", Collectanea Hibernica 36/37 (1994/1995), 140-158

. . . POWER, Bartholomew Hyacinth OP. T. and MO. 11 April 1846. SD. 2 June 1849. Ord. bp Barco. D. 23 Feb. 1850. Ord. bp Rodrigues da Silva. No indication of place. [Died in Australia, 1869.]




POYSER, William Thomas (William Thomas POYSER; W. T. POYSER)

Mesmerist, hypnotist, electro-biologist, boot and shoe maker, convict

Arrived Hobart Town, VDL (TAS), 12 November 1848 (convict per Ratcliffe)

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Documentation:

"OBTAINING MONEY UNDER FALSE PRETENCES", South Australian Register [Adelaide, SA] (7 April 1847), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article48544593 

Convict record, Thomas William Poyser [sic]; Tasmanian names index; NAME_INDEXES:1426821

https://libraries.tas.gov.au/Record/NamesIndex/1426821 

"MESMERISM", The Courier (16 November 1850), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2961820 

A LECTURE on this subject was given by Mr. W. T. Poyser, at the Mechanics' Institute, Melville street, on Tuesday evening last. The attendance was, however, very limited . . .
After explaining the difference of the hypnotic sleep from the theories of former mesmeric practisers, Mr. Poyser introduced to the notice of the assembly Mr. Charles Greig, son of Mr. Greig, of Murray-street, with a view of reducing him to a state of somnambulism to illustrate the subject by manipulations and a series of experiments on the phrenological organs . . . The following experiments were then made . . .
6th. The hypnote, still standing, remained immoveable, when for a few seconds Mr. Dyer began to play a sailor's hornpipe. The hypnotist excited the organs of time and tune, when the hypnote danced the hornpipe to the music. Upon ceasing to excite the organs, the dancer ceased, although the violin kept playing. It was found that one heel was up when the excitation ceased . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Benjamin Bissell Dyer (musician); Mechanics' Institute (Hobart venue)

"LECTURE ON MESMERISM", The Courier [Hobart, TAS] (6 August 1851), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2960448 

Mr. W. T. Poyser delivered his eighth Lecture on Mesmerism, Phreno-Magnetism, and Electro-Biology, at the Mechanics' Institute, Melville-street, in this city, on Friday evening last, before a respectable uudience consisting of between two and three hundred persons. During the evening three mesmerees were respectively thrown into the hypnotic state. The first, a person named Chapman, "went off" in a few seconds . . . another mesmeree was introduced to the meeting. His name was Stewart, and he briefly addressed the audience before "going off" . . . Comparing the two mesmerees, the hypnotic trance did not appear to agree so well with Stewart as with Chapman . . . Mr. Stewart played the flutina, while Mr. Chapman played the flute. It was remarked, however, that Mr. Slenurt played without the organ of time and tune being excited, while Mr. Poyser was constantly manipulating Chapman. Mr. Morgan inquired into this circumstance, and was infonned by the lecturer that Mr. Stewart played suggestively. Mr. Morgan inquired whether Chapman could not do the same? "Yes," said the lecturer, giving him the flutina, "play the Schottische in your best style." The mesmeree did as desired. It was remarked in the meeting that Mr. Poyser might have saved himself the trouble of manipulation during the previous part of the evening, for his patient played better without it . . .




PRATT, Thomas (Thomas Simpson PRATT; Thomas Simson PRATT; Major-General PRATT)

Commander of the British forces in Australia, musical patron

Born Dungaunon, county Tyrone, Ireland, 19 July 1797
Enlisted (ensign, 26th Regiment), 2 July 1814 (aged 16)
Married Frances Agnes COOPER, 1827
Arrived Melbourne, VIC, 8 January 1860
Departed Melbourne, VIC, April 1863
Died England, 2 February 1879

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PRICE, G. (G. PRICE)

Minstrel, serenader, flutina player

Active Sydney, NSW, 1852

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=G+Price+serenader (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

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PRICE, J. F. (J. F. PRICE; J. PRICE)

Minstrel serenader, vocalist, flutina player, banjo player

Active Sydney, NSW, 1852-53

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Documentation:

[Advertisement], Bell's Life in Sydney (14 February 1852), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article59773993

ROYAL HOTEL. New Orleans Serenaders.
THE above Company beg most respectfully to inform the Public that they will make their
FIRST APPEARANCE in the SALOON of the Royal Hotel, on MONDAY Evening, Feb. 16,
when they trust the Programme selected will meet with the approbation of those who may honor them with their patronage.
The following gentlemen constitute the company:
Flutina - G. Price.
Guitar - J. W. Sandford.
First Banjo - W. Harrington.
Second Banjo - J. F. Price.
Tambourine - W. Newton.
Bones - J. P. Hall.
Doors open at Half-past 7; to commence at 8 o'clock precisely.
Reserved Seats, 2s.; Back Seats, 1s.

ASSOCIATIONS: New Orleans Serenaders (1852); J. W. Sandford (serenader)

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (23 February 1852), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12934565 

ROYAL HOTEL . . . THE New Orleans Serenaders . . .
THIS EVENING, February 13.
PROGRAMME . . . PART II . . . Duet - Flutina and Guitar - Price and Sandford . . .

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (4 March 1852), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12934834 

ROYAL HOTEL . . . THE New Orleans Serenaders . . . their fifth Grand Ethiopian Musical Soiree, THIS EVENING, March 4, in the Saloon of the Royal Hotel.
PROGRAMME . . . PART II . . . Duet - Flute [sic] and Guitar - Price and Sandford . . .

[Advertisement], Empire (12 March 1852), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article60128549 

ROYAL HOTEL . . . NEW ORLEANS SEUENADERS . . .
Sixth Grand ETHIOPIAN CONCERT, THIS EVENING, (Friday,) March 12th . . .
PROGRAMME. PART 1 . . . Smile my Fortune - J. Price . . .
PART 2 . . . Duet (Flute and Guitar) - Price and Sanford . . .
PART 3 . . . Cynthia Sue - J. Price . . .

"MUSICAL SOIREE AT ST. BENEDICT'S SCHOOL ROOM", Freeman's Journal (22 April 1852), 10

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article114835279 

On the Evening of Thursday last, a Soiree Musicale was held in the School Room attached to the Church of St. Benedict, in aid of the funds of that Institution, at which the tallented Company of New Orleans Serenaders performed. We are happy to state that the attendance was numerous, and that the audience were highly delighted with the musical and intellectual treat then provided for them. Since the delineation of Negro character and life became fashionable on the stage, we have heard various Companies of "Serenaders" both here and in Europe, and we confess to have been exceedingly well pleased with the performance of Thursday evening last. Mr. Sandford's "Come ye Darkies" was given with great taste and judgement and Mr. Newton's "Old Uncle Ned" was worthy of an encore. The Duet between Messrs. Price and Sandford in Part II, was admirably managed for that class of music. Altogether the entertainment was of that light pleasing and agreeable character which combines harmless amusement with moral recreation, and in so doing commends itself to all who desire a pleasant way of spending an agreeable evening.

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (10 May 1852), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12936647 

[Advertisement], Empire (24 May 1852), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article60133680 

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (14 January 1853), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12942863

HOWARD'S SERENADERS . . . PART II. Solo Banjo - W. Howson; Solo - Guitar, Spanish Retreat - J. F. Price; Solo Flutina - G. B. Howard . . .

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (24 January 1853), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12943119 

HOWARD'S SERENADERS. Nights of performance, Monday, Wednesday, and Friday . . . Fifth Grand Evening Entertainment or Soiree Musicale et Fantastique, THIS EVENING, Monday, January 24th, in the Saloon of the Royal Hotel.
The Band of Serenaders comprise six performers, viz., Charles V. Howard, George B. Howard, J. F. Price, J. Brenni, W. Howson, and C. A. Upson . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Howard's Serenaders (company)




PRICE, Henry Francis (Henry Francis PRICE; H. F. PRICE)

Vocalist, singing class instructor (Hullah's system), music teacher, lecturer on music, school teacher

Born London, England, 11 January 1828; baptised St. Bride's, London, 18 May 1828; son of Robert Robinson PRICE (1791-1847) and Jane Hook COPE
Married Mary Frances PAYNE, Holy Trinity, Hoxton, 13 October 1851
Arrived Adelaide, SA, 13 June 1857 (per Adele, from London, 28 February)
Died Whyte Yarcowie, SA, 1 September 1881, in his 53rd year

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PRICE, Mary Frances (Mary PAYNE; Mary Frances PAYNE; Mrs. Henry Francis PRICE)

Pianist, teacher of pianoforte, singing and composition, school teacher

Born England, c. 1832/34
Married Henry Francis PRICE, Holy Trinity, Hoxton, 13 October 1851
Arrived Adelaide, SA, 13 June 1857 (per Adele, from London, 28 February)
Died Adelaide, SA, 4 September 1915, in her "82nd year"

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Summary:

The Prices arrived in Adelaide in 1857. Both were active musically from 1860, when Henry started a Hullah vocal class, and Mary advertised as a music teacher.

Henry being a member of the volunteer Kent Rifles, Mary's only published composition The Kent Rifles polka ("dedicated to Captain Herford by Mrs. Henry F. Price") was published by Penman & Galbraith also in 1860. Mrs. Price's polka, along with other Adelaide volunteer pieces, were lampooned by Robert Harrison, in his Colonial sketches (1862).

In 1863 Henry was engaged by the South Australian Institute as its vocal instructor, and in 1864 gave a lecture "The progress of music . . . (With vocal illustrations by the Upper Hullah Class)".

Described as an accountant and music teacher, Henry was insolvent in July 1865.

In December 1868:

A complimentary concert to Mrs. H. F. Price was given in the Town Hall, Norwood . . . The baton was ably wielded by Mr. Henry Francis Price, who for several years past has made strenuous endeavours to popularize music in the metropolis by his Hullah Classes at the South Australian Institute.


Documentation:

Baptisms solemnized in the parish of St. Bride in the City of London in the year 1828; register, 1813-29, page 229; London Metropolitan Archives

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/1558/images/31281_a101415-00124 (PAYWALL)

No. 1829 / May 18th / Henry Francis Son of / Robert Robinson and Jane Hook / Price / Skinner Stree t / Snow Hill / Merchant / [born] 1828 Jan'y 11th

England census, 30 March 1851, Kent Road, Southwark St. George, Surrey; UK National Archives, HO 107 / 1563

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/8860/images/SRYHO107_1563_1564-0016 (PAYWALL)

7 Portland Place / Frederick Wakefield Price / Head / 25 / Banker's clerk . . .
Jane Cook [sic] [Price] / Mother / 56 / Landholder . . .
Henry Francis [Price] / Brother / 23 / Clerk to Coach Currier / [born] London St. Sepulchre . . .

1851, marriage solemnized at the parish church in the parish of the Holy Trinity Hoxton in the county of Middlesex; register, 1848-67, page 61; London Metropolitan Archives

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/1623/images/31280_196997-00032 (PAYWALL)

No. 122 / 1851 Oct. 13 / Henry Francis Price / Full / Bachelor / Gentleman / 62, Werbeck St. / [father] Robert Price (deceased) / Gentleman
Mary Payne / 19 / Spinster / - / 62, Werbeck St. / [father] Robert Payne / Coach lace [?] maker . . .

"SHIPPING INTELLIGENCE", South Australian Register (15 June 1857), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article49764895

Saturday, June 13 - The ship Adele, 723 tons, P. W. Jansen, master, from London February 28. S. Dixon and Co. agents. Passengers - Mrs. H. F. Price, in the cabin . . .

[Advertisement], The South Australian Advertiser (24 February 1860), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article1202564

SINGING SCHOOL, on the System of Wilhelm [sic, Wilhem], as adopted by Hullah - Mr. H. F. PRICE intends opening a class in Neales's Exchange (as soon as she alterations and improvements in the Hall are compete), to meet two evenings in each week for the study and practice of Vocal Music, on the above method, and will be glad to receive the names and addresses of ladies and gentlemen wishing to join. Communications received by Mr. Price, addressed to him at North Adelaide.

ASSOCIATIONS: Louis Bocquillon Wilhem (singing instructor); system as also adapted by John Hullah

"MUSIC", South Australian Register (3 August 1860), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article50026550

We have received a copy of the Kent Rifles Polka, composed by Mrs. Henry Price, and lithographed by Penman & Galbraith. This publication is timely, and deserves to be encouraged, not only because it is a colonial effort, but also because the music is really spirited and striking. It is appropriate, too - one of its chief features being the introduction of bugle music, which, although it reminds the ear of post-horn gallops and such things, does not do so in such a manner as to suggest an imitation of other publications. Altogether, the polka is one of which every musician, and especially every volunteer musician, should obtain a copy. It is published at all booksellers.

"THE KENT RIFLE POLKA", The South Australian Advertiser (4 August 1860), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article822339

A copy of a new piece of music under the above title has been handed to us. The Polka is the production of Mrs. Henry F. Price, of Kensington, and is dedicated to the Commander of the Kent Rifle Company, Capt. Herford. It has been lithographed by Messrs. Penman & Galbraith, of Rundle-street, and, as a specimen of colonial lithography, it is perhaps superior to anything hitherto produced in the colony. As a musical production it is very spirited, possessing a certain martial tone, which is highly appropriate. As dance music the composition is exquisite - the time is well marked, and the piece has every chance of becoming a favorite in the ball-room. There is no attempt at imitation, a fault which so generally appertains to the productions of amateurs in this line of composition. Altogether we think the piece is deserving of support in every respect, both as a musical effort and a really handsome specimen of colonial art. We trust that it may speedily find a place on every music stand.

"ERRATUM", The South Australian Advertiser (6 August 1860), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article822416

In our notice of the "Kent Rifles Polka," which appeared in Saturday's issue we stated that the piece was composed by Mrs. Price of Kensington. It should be Mrs. Price of Norwood. As there are several persons of the same name resident in the vicinity, we have been requested to correct the error, which we now feel much pleasure in doing.

[Advertisement], The South Australian Advertiser (21 August 1860), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article823015

ASSOCIATIONS: John Penman and William Galbraith (printers, lithographers)

"COLONIAL MUSIC", South Australian Register (26 December 1861), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article50082179

A collection of the musical pieces composed and published in the colony would form quite a volume. We remember to have seen the productions of Mrs. A. J. Murray, Signor Cutolo, Herr Linger, Miska Hauser, Mrs. H. F. Price, Messrs. Draeger, O. F. V. Reyher, E. K. Daniel, W. C. Oldham, H. Pounsett and J. Elliott. An addition to the list has recently been made by the publication of "The Adelaide Schottische," composed by Mr. Joseph Elliott . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Georgiana Murray (composer); Miska Hauser (composer); Carl Draeger (composer); Oscar Reyher (composer); Emma Daniel (composer); William Oldham (composer); Henry Pounsett (junior) (composer); Joseph Elliott (composer)

"SOUTH AUSTRALIAN INSTITUTE QUARTERLY SOIREE", The South Australian Advertiser (29 September 1863), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article31828501

The customary quarterly soiree of the South Australian Institute was held in the Adelaide Assembly Room, King William-street, on the evening of Monday, September 28. The night being fine and moonlight there was a very large attendance, the spacious hall being quite crowded . . . The first part of the musical arrangements consisted of an overture by the band; a cavatina, "If I were a Fairy," by Mrs. Wishart (very sweetly sung); a song, "Then you'll remember me," by Mr. H. Francis Price (his first appearance); and a solo ("Auld Lang Syne," with variations) on the piano, exquisitely executed by Mr. Linly Norman. The last piece was, as it deserved to be, enthusiastically encored. The Hon. Thomas Elder, on rising to give his promised lecture on "A Visit to Spain and Morocco," was received with cheers . . . The closing part of the entertainment comprised a song by Mr. Edwards, "The Slave's dream," very spiritedly rendered; the old familiar duet "What are the wild waves saying," by Mrs. Wishart and Mr. H. F. Price; and an overture of Mozart's, very well executed by the Band . . . The musical arrangements were ably conducted by Mr. Chapman, Mr. Linly Norman most efficiently acting as accompanist.

ASSOCIATIONS: Susannah Wishart (vocalist); Solomon Edwards (vocalist); Linly Norman (piano); William Chapman (conductor)

MUSIC: Then you'll remember me (Balfe, from The Bohemian girl); What are the wild waves saying (Glover)

"SHAKSPEARE TERCENTENARY COMMEMORATION", South Australian Register (26 April 1864), 7

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article39115892

Friday evening, the 22nd instant, witnessed the celebration of the 300th anniversary of Shakspeare's birth . . . The programme put forward by the Committee was a very attractive one. It included . . . the performance of some excellent Shaksperian music by an efficient orchestra of instrumentalists and vocalists . . . Dr. Cooke's glee, "Hark, hark! the Lark at Heaven's gate sings," written for four voices, was next performed as a chorus, on which more than 20 ladies and gentlemen took the several vocal parts. The words of this composition are from "Cymbeline;" and, with the exception of "How sleep the brave," and perhaps one or two others, it is the best as well as the most popular of Dr. Cooke's numerous productions of the kind. Mr. Linly Norman presided at the piano, and Mr. H. F. Price wielded the baton. The composition was given with great precision, and was deservedly applauded by the audience.

[News], South Australian Weekly Chronicle (24 September 1864), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article92260537 

The first of the spring course of Institute lectures was delivered on Friday evening, the 16th instant, by Mr. H. F. Price, the Director of the Hullah Classes. The reading-room was crowded, and Mr. J. P. Boucaut, one of the governors, presided. The subject was "The Progress of Music," and the lecturer truly stated the impossibility of giving more than a mere outline in the time limited, but he succeeded in giving a neat though rapid sketch of the progress of vocal and instrumental music on the continent from the middle ages to the present time. Mr. Price was assisted by the Hullah Classes, whose first appearance in public merits special notice. The ladies and gentlemen composing these Institute classes evince great proficiency in singing. They have been carefully trained by Mr. Price, and their performances last night were exceedingly creditable, and would have been even better but forthe timidity natural on a first appearance. Sufficient however was done to prove that they have begun well, and will, with care and attention, make by far the best chorus ever heard in the colony. Classes of this kind have the great advantage of being constantly trained to singing together from the very commencement of their study - an advantage of immense importance, and one which enables them, while learning part singing, to estimate and balance properly the quality and power of their voices; ultimately producing that perfection of tone and effect for which the Christy Minstrels are noted. Much praise is due to the Hullah Classes in every way for the care and perseverance they must have bestowed on attaining their present proficiency, and Mr. Price is entitled to no small credit for the patience and labor he has bestowed on their education. We can only express a hope that they will continue successfully what they have so promisingly begun.

"WEEK'S INSOLVENTS", South Australian Register (21 July 1865), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article41018917

. . . Henry Francis Price, of Adelaide, accountant.

"INSOLVENCY COURT", The South Australian Advertiser (29 August 1865), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article31853013

IN RE H. F. PRICE,, of Adelaide, Accountant and Teacher of Music. An adjourned final hearing. Mr. Martin appeared for the Insolvent. There was no opposition, and His Honor awarded the insolvent a second-class certificate.

"BENEFIT CONCERT", South Australian Register (5 December 1868), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article41396647

A complimentary concert to Mrs. H. F. Price was given in the Town Hall, Norwood, on Friday evening, December 4. There was a large attendance. The programme, which contained an extensive assortment of vocal and instrumental gems, was divided into two parts - sacred and secular - and was rendered additionally attractive by being carried out by the leading amateur talent of Adelaide and its vicinity; the list of performers including the names of Mesdames. Proctor and Price, Miss Vaughan, Mdlle. Lindstrom, and Messrs. W. Chapman, Proctor, Edwards, and Jagoe, whilst the choruses were rendered by a numerous and efficient band of lady and gentleman vocalists. The baton was ably wielded by Mr. Henry Francis Price, who for several years past has made strenuous endeavours to popularize music in the metropolis by his Hullah Classes at the South Australian Institute. The whole of the pieces were given with success. The following were encored - "The Bonnie bills of Scotland," by a gentleman amateur; "Gentle Troubadour," by Miss Vaughan; a flute solo (cavatina from "II Barbiere de Seviglia"), by Mr. Proctor; "The Three Ages of Love," by Mr. Edwards; the humorous "A.B.C. duet," by Mrs. Proctor and Mr. L. Jagoe, &c. The programme, which required nearly three hours to exhaust, wound up with the National Anthem after an entertaining evening had been passed.

ASSOCIATIONS: Mrs. Proctor (formerly Susannah Wishart ) (vocalist); Nicholas Proctor (flute)

"SOUTH AUSTRALIAN INSTITUTE", South Australian Register (15 October 1870), 6

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article39263309 

. . . Mr. H. F. Price reports that Hullah Class No. 13 was formed in March last, but it being too small to be carried on successfully, another class was formed in July, with which No. 13 was incorporated. This class numbers at the present about 20 pupils; the average attendance being about 12, and the progress satisfactory. A severe illness in the early part of this year prevented Mr. Price from attending his classes for some months, which of course has had an unfavourable effect upon them . . .

"CHARITABLE CONCERT", Evening Journal (31 August 1871), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article197659332 

The second of the series of charitable concerts was given at the Destitute Asylum on Tuesday evening, August 29, and was a decided success . . . The programme was attractive, and opened with a pianoforte duet by Mrs. H. F. Price and her accomplished daughter . . .

"DEATHS", South Australian Register (14 September 1881), 2s

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article47088045

PRICE. - On the 1st September, at Whyte Yarcowie, Henry Francis Price, late of Belalie East, in the 53rd year of his age.

"TO THE EDITOR OF THE RIDDLER", Adelaide Observer (24 September 1881), 43

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article160149231 

Sir - I wish to call your attention to the notice of the death of Mr. H. F. Price, which occurred on the 1st inst., at Whyte-Yarcowie, as reported in the Observer. The deceased gentleman has for several years been one of the most talented of those who assisted in keeping up the varied and clever charades that have been published from time to time in your columns, and I am sure that some reference of his demise would have been made ere this if your attention had been called to the sad event. Everyone interested in "The Riddler" will feel a pang of regret pass through them, and will experience a degree of sorrow that all your problemists will share in. His charades have for variety and complexity rarely been surpassed and not often equalled; and I think you will admit he has been one of the shining lights of the column since he first commenced writing for it. The Northern Argus has the following: -

Many in the district will regret to hear of the death of Mr. H. F. Price, of Whyte-Yarcowie, on the 1st inst., who with his wife for several years conducted the state school at Lower Skilly. He had been in delicate health for some time past, but he was ever cheerful and bright. He spent much of his spare time in composing riddles, charades, &c., at which he was most successful, for the Observer, which he inserted under the nom de plume of "A Skilly Frog," and latterly "A Belalie Boy." He was an incomparable letter writer, and some of his friends failed to keep up the correspondence, saying it was too great a task trying to match his wit and humour. Mr. Price was a close friend, and in his last letter spoke of how well he was getting on, and that his health was better than ordinarily. He died of bronchitis.

"PERSONAL", The Mail (4 September 1915), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article59388746

The death occurred this morning at Frampton Villa, Payneham road, of Mrs. Mary Frances Price, relict of the late Henry F. Price. Deceased was 81 years of age, and arrived from England with her husband in 1857. For a number of years Mrs. Price was engaged as a school teacher in the northern areas, and when she retired in 1900 was head mistress of the Stockport School. For over 20 years she fulfilled the duties of organist at the Unitarian Church, Wakefield street. Two daughters - Mrs. J. M. McBride (Burra) and Mrs. H. Richardson (Payneham road) - and two sons - Mr. S. F. Price (Kensington Gardens) and Mr. F. A. Price (Malvern) - survive. There are 12 grandchildren, one of whom is at the front, and three great-grandchildren.

"DEATHS", The Register (9 September 1915), 11

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article59617884

PRICE. - On the 4th September; at her residence, Payneham road, College Park, Mary Franes, relict of the late Henry Francis Price, late of Whyte Yarcowie, in her 82nd year.


Musical works:

The Kent Rifles polka, dedicated to Captain Herford by Mrs. Henry F. Price (Adelaide: Penman & Galbraith Lith., [1860])

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/35607479 


Bibliography and resources:

Robert Harrison, Colonial Sketches: or, Five years in South Australia, with hints to capitalists and emigrants (London: Hall, Virtue, and Co., 1862), 105-106

http://books.google.com.au/books?id=b88NAAAAQAAJ&pg=PA106

. . . When the Volunteer movement reached [106] Australia it became the fashion for one or two enterprising people to publish a little music adapted to the cause, such as the Adelaide Drum Polka, dedicated to Capt. Turncoat; and the Bugle Rifle Galop, dedicated to Capt. Crawler (by special request); and a waltz appeared in the colony, as original, which had a fair sale, and was criticized by the press as a fair development of colonial talent, when a short time afterwards, the alarming discovery was made by a musical detective, that the waltz in question was copied note for note from one of Strauss', the colonial composer not taking the trouble even to alter the key or change a note of the music . . .




PRICE, John (John PRICE)

Amateur vocalist, secretary (Australian Harmonic Club)

Active Sydney, NSW, 1845-46

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-P-2.php#PRICE-John (shareable link to this entry)

DISAMBIGUATION: Not to be confused with the Pitt-street engraver, John Price, who died in July 1844, aged 40


Documentation:

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (21 November 1845), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12883632

AUSTRALIAN HARMONIC CLUB.
A SPECIAL GENERAL MEETING of the Australian Harmonic Club will be held at the Club Rooms, Pitt-street, on Monday next, the 24th instant, at 8 o'clock P.M., for the purpose of electing a Chairman for the time being, and of considering the propriety of holding no further weekly or other meeting of the Club until the month of March, 1846.
By order, J. PRICE, Hon. Secretary. November 17.

ASSOCIATIONS: Australian Harmonic Club (later also Australian Harmonic Society)

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (16 March 1846), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12885898

AUSTRALIAN HARMONIC CLUB.
A GENERAL HALF YEARLY MEETING of the Australian Harmonic Club will be held st Mr. Gillespie's, George-street, two doors north of the Herald Office, at eight o'clock, This Evening, for the purpose of electing officers for the ensuing half-year, and for general business,
By order, J. PRICE, Hon. Sec. March 16.

[Advertisement], The Australian (20 June 1846), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article37159585

AUSTRALIAN HARMONIC CLUB. CONCERT.
A CONCERT in aid of the Funds of the Sydney Infirmary and Dispensary, under the patronage of his Excellency Sir Maurice O'Connell and Lieut. Col. Bloomfield, will take place on Wednesday Evening, the 24th Instant, at the CITY THEATRE, Market-street (which has been kindly lent for the purpose), on which occasion, in addition to the Amateur Talent by which the Performances at the Monthly Concerts of the Club have been principally sustained, they will be assisted by the following members of the profession, viz: - -
Vocal - Madame Carandini
Instrumental.- Mr. John Deane, (Leader to the Club)
Messrs. J. P., E. and W. Deane
Mr. Strong
Mr. Friedlander
Mr. Guerin
The Orchestra will be completed by the Instrumental Amateurs of the Club, and (by the kind permission of Colonel Bloomfield), the Excellent
BAND OF THE 11TH REGIMENT.
PROGRAMME.
PART I.
OVERTURE- "D'Otello," (Rossini) - FULL ORCHESTRA.
1. Glee - "Forresters sound the Cheerful Horn," (Bishop) - AMATEURS.
2. Ballad - "When other lips," from the Bohemian Girl, (Balfe) - MAD. CARANDINI.
3. Grand fantasia, Piano-Forte, (Herz) - MR. ELLARD JUN.
4. Song, "Woman," (Phillips) Orchestral accompaniment - AMATEUR.
5. Trio - "Come Fairies trip it o'er the grass," (Parry) - MAD. CARANDINI and AMATEURS.
6. Solo, Violin, (Wallace) - MR. JOHN DEANE.
7. Chorus - "Long live the Queen," from Catherine Gray, with full Orchestral accompaniment - AMATEURS.
PART II.
OVERTURE - "Waverly," first time in the colony, (Hector Berlioz) - MILITARY BAND.
1. Glee - "See our oars with feathered spray," (Stevenson) - AMATEURS.
2. Ballad - "Woodman spare that tree," (Russell) - MAD. CARANDINI.
3. Solo, Flute, Variations on God save the Queen, (Drouet) - AMATEUR.
4. Song - "England glorious Land," (Westropp) Orchestral accompaniment - AMATEUR.
5. Potpourri - "Guillaume Tell," (Rossini) - MILITARY BAND.
6. Chorus- "Vive le Roi," from the Siege of Rochelle, (Balfe) - AMATEURS.
Tickets of Admission, 3s. each. To be had at Messrs. Ellard's, Colman's, and Sands, George-street; Mr. Mountcastle's, Market-street; and of any Member of the Committee of the Australian Harmonic Club.
JOHN PRICE, Honorary Secretary.
N. B. - No money will be received at the doors of the House. June 19th, 1846.

ASSOCIATIONS: John Deane (conductor); John Philip Deane (violin); Edward Smith Deane (cello); William Deane (? double bass); George Strong (violin); James Guerin (? violin); William Friedlander (violin or viola); Frederick Ellard (piano); Band of the 11th Regiment

[Advertisement], The Australian (9 July 1846), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article37157728

AUSTRALIAN HARMONIC CLUB.
A SPECIAL GENERAL MEETING of the Australian Harmonic Club will be held at the Club Rooms, No. 236, Pitt-street South, at half past seven o'clock on Monday evening next, the 13th Instant, for the purpose of electing a Chairman for the time being, and of amending the 17th general rule.
By order, - J. PRICE, Hon. Sec. 8th July.

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (8 October 1846) 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12891614

AUSTRALIAN HARMONIC SOCIETY.
THE Members are informed that their tickets of admission to this month's Concert, which will be held in the Theatre of the School of Arts, on Friday Evening, 9th instant, may he had on application to the Treasurer, at Mr. Mountcastle's, No. 77, Market-street.
By order of the Committee,
JOHN PRICE, 5507 Hon. Sec.

ASSOCIATIONS: Benjamin Such Mountcastle (amateur)

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald  (3 November 1846), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12897066

AUSTRALIAN HARMONIC SOCIETY.
THE Members are informed that their Tickets of Admission to the Concert, to be held at the School of Arts, on Friday evening next the 6th instant, may be had on application at Mr. Mountcastle's, No. 77, Market-street. By order, J. PRICE, Honorary Secretary. November 3.




PRIMROSE, John (John PRIMROSE)

Musician, church musician, convict, painter, glazier, publican, inn-keeper

Born London, England, 15 August 1794 (date on grave)
Convicted Middlesex, 29 May 1816 (sentenced to death, commuted to life transportation)
Arrived Sydney, NSW, 10 April 1817 (convict per Morley, from England, November 1816)
Active Windsor, NSW, 1824
Married Ann ROBERTS (1809-1876), St. Matthew's church, Windsor, 12 July 1826
Died Windsor, NSW, 15 June 1856, aged "61"

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=John+Primrose+1794-1856 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-P-2.php#PRIMROSE-John (shareable link to this entry)


Documentation:

John Primrose, 29 May 1816; Old Bailey online

https://www.oldbaileyonline.org/browse.jsp?div=t18160529-3 

478. JOHN PRIMROSE and WILLIAM GOW were indicted for burglariously breaking and entering the dwelling-house of the Right Honourable William Hurry, Earl of Darlington, about nine o'clock in the night of the 17th of May, with intent to steal, and burglariously stealing therein . . . PRIMROSE, GUILTY - DEATH , aged 22.

John Primrose, 31 December 1824, paid from the Colonial Fund for performing sacred music at Windsor Church; NSW, Colonial Secretary's papers, special bundles, 1794-1825, 418; State Records Authority of NSW

https://records-primo.hosted.exlibrisgroup.com/permalink/f/1e5kcq1/INDEX2444501 (DIGITISED)

"DISBURSEMENTS. ECCLESIASTICAL ESTABLISHMENT", The Sydney Gazette and New South Wales Advertiser (3 October 1825), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2184477

Windsor Church . . . John Primrose, for performing sacred music, July 7 . . . [0] 10 0

[Advertisement], The Sydney Gazette and New South Wales Advertiser (14 November 1833), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2214772 

COLONIAL SECRETARY'S OFFICE, Sydney, 11th November, 1833.
HIS Excellency the GOVERNOR has directed it to be notified, that the Right Honorable the SECRETARY OF STATE FOR THE COLONIES has signified, in his Despatch, No. 19, 23d June, 1833, HIS MAJESTY'S gracious approbation and allowance of the CONDITIONAL PARDONS granted to the undermentioned individuals, viz.
Dated 1st July, 1832 . . . Primrose John, Morley (1) . . .

"WINDSOR", Commercial Journal and Advertiser (2 May 1840), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article226456892 

At the Annual Licensing Meeting, held at the Court house, in this place, on Tuesday the 21st, and Saturday the 25th, instant, the following persons received certificates to hold Publicans' General Licenses for the ensuing year: - . . .
John Primrose, Bird in hand, [Fizgerald-street] . . .

"DEATHS", The Sydney Morning Herald (20 June 1856), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12973665 

On Sunday, the 15th instant, at his residence, Church and Catherine streets, Windsor, Mr. John Primrose, after a painful illness, in the 62nd year of his age, highly respected by all who knew him.


Bibliography and resources:

John Primrose, Convict records

https://convictrecords.com.au/convicts/primrose/john/6749 

John Primrose, wikia.org

https://familypedia.wikia.org/wiki/John_Primrose_(1794-1856)

John Primrose, Find a grave

https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/158722727/john-primrose 




PRINCE, Henry (Henry PRINCE; Mr. H. PRINCE; Mr. PRINCE; Sergeant PRINCE)

Musician, cornet player, bandsman, bandmaster

Born Gibraltar, Spain, 22 March 1827; son of Henry PRINCE (of the 12th Regiment)
Married Lucy LAWRENCE (c. 1835-1902), Holy Trinity church, Brompton, Kent, England, 6 January 1854
Arrived Melbourne, VIC, 19 October 1854 (per Camperdown, with regiment)
Arrived Hobart, TAS, January 1856 (with regiment)
Arrived Sydney, NSW, April 1858 (with regiment)
Died Waratah, NSW, 21/22 April 1872, aged "45"

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Henry+Prince+1827-1872 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-P-2.php#PRINCE-Henry (shareable link to this entry)

ASSOCIATIONS: Band of the 12th Regiment

PRINCE, Sybella Agnes (Sybella Agnes PRINCE; Miss PRINCE; Mrs. George Gethin PARK)

Pianist

Born Hobart, TAS, 21 June 1856; daughter of Henry PRINCE and Lucy LAWRENCE
Married George Gethin PARK, Ashfield, NSW, 1902
Died Ashfield, NSW, 15 July 1935

PRINCE, Charles Lawrence (Charles Lawrence PRINCE)

Cornet player, bandsman

Born Hobart, TAS, 22 September 1857; son of Henry PRINCE and Lucy LAWRENCE
Died Cobar, NSW, 21 November 1899


Summary:

Sergeant Henry Prince was a member of Band of the 12th Regiment, under Douglas Callen.

According to a much later recollection (1917), he was "considered an excellent cornetist, and was dubbed the 'Prince of cornet players'."

Like Callen, he was apparently free to take on a variety of freelance musical engagements in Melbourne in 1855.

At a Grand Fancy Ball in Hobart in September 1857, "The chamber band of the 12th Regiment, led by Mr. Prince, were stationed in the gallery".

He replaced Callen as bandmaster (or at least band sergeant and conductor) of the 12th in 1862.

While still in the regiment, he was also bandmaster of the No. 1 Battery of Volunteer Artillery, Sydney, in May 1862.

He was bandmaster of the Volunteer Rifles Band in Rockhampton, Queensland in 1865, and from 1867 until his death in 1872 was bandmaster of the West Maitland Volunteer Rifles.


Documentation:

"Marriages", South Eastern Gazette [Kent, England] (10 January 1854), 8

https://www.britishnewspaperarchive.co.uk/viewer/bl/0001098/18540110/130/0008 (PAYWALL)

Jan. 6, at Trinity church, Brompton, Mr. Henry Prince, to Lucy, second daughter of the late Lieut. and Adjutant Lawrence, 12th Regiment.

[Advertisement], The Argus (24 February 1855), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4804821

CONCERT HALL, Theatre Royal. Renewed Attraction.
To-night! To-night! To-night! Concentration of talent on this and every Evening.
Grand Promenade Concert in the magnificent Concert Hall of the New Theatre Royal,
now in course of erection, which, for size, beauty, and splendor of internal arrangement,
will be unequalled by any theatre in the world.
The following Vocal Artistes are under engagement: - . . .
Band of Twenty Solo Performers.
Mr. Callen; Mr. Johnson;
Mr. Hartigan; Mr. Cooze; Mr. Radford; Mr. Ryder
Mr. Prince . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Henry Johnson, master of the Band of the 40th Regiment; Douglas Callen, master of the Band of the 12th Regiment; Joseph Hartigan (bandsman 40th regiment); William Cooze (flute); one of the Radford brothers (violin); George Ryder (musician)

[Advertisement], The Argus (10 April 1855), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4806506

CONCERT HALL. Theatre Royal . . . To-Night. Tuesday, April 10th. To-Night,
GRAND VOCAL AND INSTRUMENTAL CONCERTS a la Jullien, Will be resumed . . .
under the able and superior management of M. Callen, who has secured the whole available talent in the colonies.
MADAME CARANDINI, The Australian Prima Donna, Will have the honor of appearing in the course of the week . . .
Band of Twenty Solo Performers.
Director and Manager, Mr. Callen.
Solo Instrumentalists: Herr Strebinger, Mr. Johnson, Mr. Hartigan, Mr. Prince., Mr. Callen . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Maria Carandini (vocalist); Frederick Strebinger (violin)

[Advertisement], The Argus (14 May 1855), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4808063 

THEATRE ROYAL, Bourke-Street. Grand Promenade Concert Every Night . . .
Miss Octavia Hamilton, the Australian Syren.
Miss L. Swannell, the Australian Nightingale.
Madlle. J. King, the Infant Sappho.
The unrivalled Band of Solo Performers, acknowledged to be the most efficient and the only complete Orchestra in the Australian Colonies.
Solo Violin, Herr Strebinger.
Solo Clarionet, Mr. Johnson.
Solo Cornet, Mr. Prince.
Solo Ophicleide, Mr. Hartigan.
Conductor, Mr. Callen . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Octavia Hamilton (vocalist); Louisa Swannell (vocalist); Juliana King (vocalist)

[Advertisement], The Argus (21 June 1855), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4809747

MR. DENNING'S Select Quadrille Party, Protestant Hall. - By the desire of several respectable families, the Assembly, Monday next, will be Full Evening Dress. The terms of Admission, and the hours will be as usual. The Band will be augmented by the engagement of Mr. Johnson, 40th Bandmaster, Mr. Prince, cornet-player, and other musicians of known eminence, The Assembly is intended to partake of a private rather than of a public and promiscuous character.

ASSOCIATIONS: Cornelius Denning (dancing master)

[Advertisement], The Argus (9 July 1855), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4811575 

THEATRE ROYAL, Melbourne. Grand Opening of THE THEATRE ROYAL, Bourke-street
ON MONDAY NEXT, JULY 16th. Under the Sole Management of MR. John BLACK . . .
Orchestra, Mr. B. Thom - Conductor
Herr Strebinger - Leader . . .
Herr Berry [sic, Berg] - Bass tuba
Mr. Creed Royal - Flute
Herr Lundberg - Clarionet
Mr. Johnson - Oboe
Herrs. Kohler and Schultz - Horns
Messrs. Prinz [sic] and Stewart - Cornets . . .
Chorus Master: Herr Prinz . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: John Melton Black (proprietor); Bream Thom (conductor); Mr. Stewart (bandsman 40th Regiment); Charles Berg (tuba); Creed Royal (flute); John Lundborg (clarinet); Franz Kohler (horn)

"THEATRE ROYAL", The Argus (19 July 1855), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4812638

. . . On Monday evening the splendid establishment . . . was opened to the public for the first time . . . The orchestra has been well organised by Mr. Thom, and its members consist of the "pick" of our colonial instrumentalists. The overture to "Der Freischutz" was splendidly rendered, and the selection from the "Lucia di Lammermoor" was also very finely played, the performance in the latter of the fine melody of "Fra Poco," by Messrs. Berg and Prince, the former on the tuba basso, and the latter on the cornet-a-piston, being especially worthy of remark. The noble march in the "Prophete" was also splendidly given, and even better when repeated the next evening. It is very certain that the orchestral performances at this establishment will form a most attractive item in the programme . . .

"CONCERT AT GOVERNMENT HOUSE", The Tasmanian Daily News [Hobart Town, TAS] (24 November 1856), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article20238957 

The first of two subscription concerts announced by Messrs. Miska Hauser and Buddee took place on Saturday evening, in the ball-room of Government House. The chamber band of the 12th regiment, by the permission of Colonel Percival, C.B., added to the evening's amusement, and the Messrs. Stevens, with Mr. Bryant, diversified the entertainment with some well-delivered glees . . . After the overture from Auber's Marco Spada, which was very effectively rendered by the Band, under the direction of Mr. Prince (12th Regt.), Miska Hauser, who was loudly greeted on his first appearance, performed a solo of his own composition . . .

"FANCY DRESS BALL AT GOVERNMENT HOUSE", The Tasmanian Daily News (2 October 1857), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article201340265 

Never in Tasmania has a more brilliant assemblage been witnessed than that which thronged the ball room at Government House last evening, when His Excellency and Lady Young gave a Fancy Dress Ball . . . The chamber band of the 12th Regiment, led by Mr. Prince, were stationed in the gallery . . . The following is the programme of the dancing during the night -
1. Quadrille -Serenade.
2. Polka - Egyptian.
3. Waltz - Summer Flowers.
4. Quadrille - Horton.
5. Polka - Echo da Mont Blanc.
6. Schottische - Landor.
7. Quadrille - Rigoletto.
8. Waltz - Ravenswood.
9. Galop - Defill.
10. Polka - Cadeau.
11. Quadrille - Jenny Bell.
12. Waltz - Fenella.
13. Polka - La Janquille.
14. Lancers
15. Schottische - Melbourne.
16. Quadrille - Joan of Arc.
17. Polka - My Mary Anne.
18. Waltz
19. Galop - Volige.
20. . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Henry and Augusta Young (governor and wife)

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (8 June 1858), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13018301 

KETTLE DRUMS. - For SALE, an excellent Concert Pair. Apply to Sergeant PRINCE, Band 12th Regiment.

"THE UNIVERSITY MUSICAL FESTIVAL", The Sydney Morning Herald (27 June 1859), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13026880 

On Saturday afternoon the first full rehearsal of the instrumentalists, who have been engaged to form the orchestra at the approaching festival, and their volunteer associates, comprising the chorus took place at the School room, Castlereagh street, under the direction of Mr. Lavenu. There was a very numerous assemblage, and a genuine and hearty determination was evinced by all to master the difficulties surrounding this novel and important undertaking. The stringed instruments were particularly strong, and a large proportion of them being professional musicians to whom the music was doubtless familiar, they went through their part in a very satisfactory and efficient manner. There can be no question that such a powerful orchestra was never brought together in Sydney before . . . By the kind permission of Colonel Percival, and the officers of the 12th Foot, a part of the fine band of that regiment has been incorporated with the orchestra, and will supply the necessary wood and brass instruments. Our readers are aware that there are several excellent artists in this regimental band, among whom we may particularly mention the leader, Band Sergeant Prince, and the performer on the tenor or baritone saxhorn. We have long held the opinion that the combination of this military band is inferior to none that have preceded them in Sydney for years past. There is an equal balance in the instruments and precision of time observed that is extremely creditable to the Bandmaster, Mr. Callen. But, although very telling and effective when alone and under Mr. Callen's admirable direction, we have observed that when in combination with stringed instruments they scarcely retain that accuracy of time they have at other times. This, doubtless arises from the difficulty of keeping stringed instruments to the exact pitch to which military instruments are regulated, and also from the want of regular practice in combination with stringed instruments, but, from this afternoon's experience, we may safely predict that, after a few rehearsals with the professional musicians now engaged, the orchestra will be found as smooth and effective as can be desired. The especial grace which her Majesty the Queen has bestowed on the Sydney University renders very appropriate the liberality of the officers of the 12th Regiment in granting the music of the band, for they thus have an opportunity of proving their loyalty to their Royal Mistress and gratifying their fellow citizens . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Lewis Henry Lavenu (conductor); Sydney University Musical Festival

[News], Freeman's Journal (3 December 1859), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article114838255 

At the School of Arts the "Professional and Vocal Union" gave another of their excellent musical entertainments, to an almost empty room. All the parts were performed very well, most of the songs being well sung. The chief vocalists were, Mrs. Guerin, Miss Julia Matthews, and Messrs. Howson and Stewart. A cornet solo by Mr. Prince was very well played.

ASSOCIATIONS: Theodosia Guerin (vocalist); Julia Mathews (vocalist); Frank Howson (vocalist and organiser); Richard Stewart (vocalist and organising secretary)

"ST. BENEDICT'S CATHOLIC YOUNG MEN'S SOCIETY", The Sydney Morning Herald (28 December 1859), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13035023

The annual tea meeting and musical soiree of this society came off last night, in the schoolroom attached to St. Benedict's Church . . . We noticed . . . the President of the Society, the Rev. J. F. Sheridan, O.S.B., the Rev. P. Newman, and the Rev. M. A. Corish . . . We had almost forgotten to notice that the band, consisting of sixteen members, who belonged to the society, and who played various airs last night to the great delight of their auditors. They have only been a short time in practice, under Sergeant Prince, of the 12th Regiment, but they acquitted themselves remarkably well.

[Advertisement], Empire (12 June 1860), 8

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COPY OF PROTEST. Prince of Wales Theatre, Sydney, Tuesday Morning, May 22nd, 1860. WE, the undersigned, professors of music, vocal and instrumental, and also the chorus engaged in the forthcoming Opera season, deem it a bounden duty, taking into consideration an article appearing in this morning's Empire, to protest against the ability of Sig. CUTOLO, as a conductor of grand opera, at the same time believing him to be, without doubt, an excellent pianist; but from inexperience, unable to wield the baton as conductor . . .
[signed] GIOVANNA BIANCHI, EUGENIO BIANCHI, OCTAVIA HAMILTON, E. COULON, F. HOWSON, Sen. . . . [orchestra] PALTZER, C. EIGENSCHENK, leader; PRINCE . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Cesare Cutolo (pianist, conductor); Giovanna and Eugenio Bianchi (vocalists); Emile Coulon (vocalist); Jacques Paltzer (violinist, replacement conductor); Charles Eigenschenck (violin, leader)

"MR. WINTERBOTTOM", Empire (14 August 1861), 5

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A very gratifying testimonial was presented to Mr. Winterbottom, the eminent bassoonist and conductor, previous to his departure from Sydney, yesterday, for Melbourne, en route for England, by several of the artistes who have been members of the corps d'orchestre, under Mr. Winterbottom, since he arrived in these colonies. The testimonial consisted of a handsome frame, containing photographic portraits, very beautifully executed by Mr. Glaister, of Pitt-street, of Mr. Winterbottom himself (in the centre), surrounded by those of the following artistes: - Mr. Eigenschenck (leader), Mr. J. Hall (second violin), Mr. Rice (viola), Mr. Vaughan (flute), Mr. Chate (basso), Mr. Prince (cornet), Mr. Seamore (trombone), and Mr. Sharp (drums); all of whom, we understand, have, with slight intermission, been connected with Mr. Winterbottom during the last nlne years in his professional career in Australia.

ASSOCIATIONS: John Winterbottom (conductor); Thomas Glaister (photographer); John Thomson Hall (violin); Walter Rice (viola); Robert Vaughan (flute); Alfred Chate (double bass)

"PARRAMATTA [FROM OUR CORRESPONDENT] BAZAAR", The Sydney Morning Herald (10 October 1861), 8

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The fancy bazaar in aid of the Volunteer Band opens on Friday, with every prospect of its complete success . . . Not the least attraction of the bazaar will be the Parramatta band, which will, it is understood, perform on both days. The members of the band are making rapid progress under the able direction of Mr. Prince. The manner in which they performed their duties in Windsor elicited much praise and some surprise at their efficiency. They certainly deserve great credit for their perseverance in practice, and not less so does Mr. Prince for his excellent leadership.

"VOLUNTEER CONCERT", The Sydney Morning Herald (9 May 1862), 5

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The volunteer concert given last evening, at the Masonic Hall, in aid of the band fund of the No. 2 Battery was as fully successful as the most sanguine patrons could hope . . . The volunteer bands took a prominent part, and instrumental music formed a large portion of the entertainment; but there were as vocalists those who never fail to please - Madame Sara Flower, and the Misses Emma and Clelia Howson. The principal performances of the orchestra, which was more than usually effective, were the brilliant overture to William Tell, "Riflemen Form," by the Rifle Band; a selection from Trovatore, by the band of No. 1. Battery; Auber's "Bronze Horse" overture, an introduction and waltz from D'Albert's "Faust," and the National Anthem, all of which were given with a most gratifying degree of efficiency, and reflecting much credit upon the labours of the bandmasters, Mr. J. Dean and Mr. H. Prince . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Sara Flower (vocalist); John Deane (bandmaster)

"CONCERT AT BALMAIN", Empire (14 May 1862), 5

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Last evening a concert was given at the Balmain School of Arts, and was a great success. The programme commenced with the National Anthem by the entire company of vocalists. The splendid band of the No. 1 Battery of Volunteer Artillery, under the able conductorship of Mr. H. Prince, the bandmaster, played an overture (the occasional) with marked demonstrations of applause, whilst the selections from "Il Trovatore" took the audience quite by storm, and missed an encore only by the fact of several of the members of the band being engaged in Sydney, and consequently unable to stay . . .

"THE WEST MAITLAND VOLUNTEER BAND", The Maitland Mercury and Hunter River General Advertiser (29 May 1862), 2

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On Monday last the members of the band held a picnic on board a steamer, and proceeded to Parramatta, where they partook of a substantial repast at Mr. Paton's hotel, and, after marching through the town, took the train for Sydney. On reaching the city they mounted the tramway cars, and enlivened the good folks with the Young Men from the Country until they reached their quarters. On Tuesday, a portion of the band were sumptuously entertained by the Drum Major and band of her Majesty's 12th Regiment, and spent a very pleasant evening. The acting band master, Mr. Prince, kindly promised several marches for the West Maitland band.

"BOTANIC GARDENS", Empire (8 July 1862), 4

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The band of the 12th Regiment will perform the following selection of music (weather permitting) at half-past three o'clock, p.m. Conductor, H. Prince. Programme; - Overture, Le Lac des Fees, Auber; selection, Il Barbieri, Rossini; waltz, Stars of the West, Montague; selection, William Tell, Rossini; quadrille, Serenade, Balfe; galop, Defile, Arban; God Save the Queen.

"INSOLVENCY PROCEEDINGS. NEW INSOLVENTS", The Maitland Mercury and Hunter River General Advertiser (14 May 1864), 2

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Henry Prince, of Victoria Barracks, Sydney, musician, formerly innkeeper. Liabilities, £579 1s. O 1/2d. Assets, £89 19s. Mr. Mackenzie, official assignee.

[News], Rockhampton Bulletin [QLD] (10 August 1865), 2

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THE Volunteers of Rockhampton have determined in a very creditable spirit to make a substantial acknowledgment of their appreciation of the services rendered by Mr. Henry Prince, in his capacity of bandmaster of the Volunteer Rifle Band . . .

"WEST MAITLAND VOLUNTEER RIFLES", The Maitland Mercury (26 March 1868), 4

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On Tuesday evening the quarterly parade of the West Maitland Volunteer Rifles was hold, in accordance with the new regulations, for the purpose of official inspection. There was a large attendance, the numbers being - 3 officers, 5 sergeants, and 63 rank and file, including the members of the band . . . The Chairman . . . was sure that in engaging Mr. Prince they had nothing to regret, for he had done more for the band than any previous bandmaster they had ever had (cheers.) . . .

"WEST MAITLAND VOLUNTUEE BAND - PUBLIC EVENING PERFORMANCES", The Maitland Mercury and Hunter River General Advertiser (18 January 1870), 2

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We have no doubt that very many of our readers will learn with pleasure that the band of the West Maitland Volunteers, under the baton of Mr. Henry Prince, intend to perform in public every week, beginning on Wednesday evening (tomorrow). The spot at present selected for the purpose is the beautifully green paddock at the other end of the Belmore Bridge, where there will be plenty of room for a promenade, and where the public can enjoy at once the delightful harmony of the band, and the pleasure of a moonlight stroll. The programme selected for Wednesday night consists of the following pieces: - Grand March, "Norma" (Bellini); selection, "Lucretia Borgia" (Donizetti); Quadrille, "The Ploughboy," (C. Godfrey); Fantasia, "Echoes of the Night" (Riviere); Valse, "The Hunter" (Prince); selection, "Ruy Blas" (H. Glover); Polka, "The Emily" (J. Leary); Chorus, "The Heavens are Telling" (Haydn); Galop, "The Alabama" (Burckhardt); "God Save the Queen."

"WESLEYAN SCHOOL CONCERT", The Maitland Mercury and Hunter River General Advertiser (18 July 1871), 2

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. . . Master C. Prince played a solo on the cornet in a style that betrayed the painstaking instruction of his father, Mr. Henry Prince, and which foreshadows no mean proficiency on the instrument at a future day. Miss Prince played the accompaniments on the piano, and acquitted herself in this difficult task to admiration . . .

Obituaries and later reminiscences:

"DEATH OF MR. PRINCE, THE LATE WELL-KNOWN BANDMASTER", The Newcastle Chronicle (23 April 1872), 3

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A sad accident occurred on Saturday night last, at Waratah, whereby Mr. Prince, the well-known bandmaster, who had been for some time past instructor of nearly all the volunteer bands in the Northern district, lost his life. From what we have been able to gather, it appears that Mr. Prince had been at Wallsend teaching the band, and after an absence from home of a little over two hours, was, at a quarter-past ten, returning on horse-back down Cross-street, past the Primitive Methodist Chapel, when the horse he was riding, either from fright or some freak or other, just at the turning into Station street at the corner near Mrs. Scobie's, broke into a gallop. Mr. Prince was noticed to be trying to pull it in, but appeared unable to do so until opposite his own door, a couple of hundred yards further down the street, when it swerved round and stopped suddenly at the gate; Mr. Prince then losing his balance, fell heavily on the edge of the footpath, alighting on his head. Assistance was immediately rendered, as numbers of people were about at the time, returning from Newcastle by the night train, which bad just left the station for Wallsend, and he was at once picked up and carried into the house, where, perfectly insensible, he was placed on a sofa. Dr. Halkett being within a few yards at the time was immediately called in, and all that could be done under the circumstances was done, Dr. Halkett remaining with him nearly all night. Dr. Hill also attended several times on Sunday; but all to no purpose, as he never rallied, and died yesterday (Monday) morning, at shortly after half-past seven o'clock. This death has cast quite a gloom over the whole neighbourhood, the deceased having made himself respected and beloved by all who knew him. An inquest on the remains will be held this morning, at half-past nine o'clock, at Dawson's Assembly Rooms, before C. B. Runclaud, Esq., District Coroner.

"DEATH OF MR. PRINCE, THE LATE WELL-KNOWN BANDMASTER", The Newcastle Chronicle (27 April 1872), 7

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. . . On Tuesday morning, an inquest on the body was held . . . The following was the evidence taken: - . . .

THE FUNERAL. Shortly before the arrival of the afternoon train at Waratah, the remains of the deceased were removed from his last residence and carried to the railway station, preceded by the bands . . . The procession marched slowly along Blane, Hunter, Watt, and Church streets to Christchurch, to the solemn music of the Dead March in Saul, played very effectively by the large band under the leadership of Mr. J. Gates . . . The ceremony being concluded, the volunteers headed by the band marched back to the Court-house, where they were dismissed. The funeral was one of the largest ever seen in Newcastle.

"WARATAH. OBITUARY OF THE LATE MR. PRINCE", The Newcastle Chronicle (27 April 1872), 6

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Henry Prince, whose untimely death from injuries received by a fall from his horse on Saturday last, and whose funeral, with military honours, you have published an account of during the week, was born on the 22nd March, 1827, at Gibraltar, in Spain, his father, also named Henry, being bandmaster of the 12th Regiment of infantry.

At a very early age, the late Mr. Prince appears to have been passionately fond of music, and soon showed great aptitude for performing upon several instruments with great skill and excellence; so that here we have an instance of the inheritance and acquirement of musical powers in a professor who has ranked far above the common. At 19 years of age, he was bandmaster of his regiment, and was called the youngest bandmaster in the British army. As the following copy of his discharge will show somewhat of his history, I have copied it from the original, in possession of his widow:

"Discharge.- 1st Battalion, 12th Regiment of Infantry.- These are to certify that 1407 Sergeant Henry Prince was born in the parish of Gibraltar, near the town of Gibraltar, in the kingdom of Spain; was enlisted at Brecon for the 12th Regiment of Infantry, on the 6th day of November, 1839, at the ago of 13 years. He has served in the army for 19 years and 155 days- at the Cape of Good Hope, 94 days; at the Mauritius, 4 years and 210 days; and in the Australian colonies, 9 years and 257 days, being discharged in consequence of being unfit for further military service.-
JOHN F. KEMP, 12th Foot.- Dated at Sydney, N.S.W.,
8th December, 1863.- Horse Guards, 12th day of April, 1864. -
F. H. TIDY, Assistant Adjutant-General."
"Character.- His character has been exemplary.- JOHN FRANCIS KEMP."

Going out to the Mauritius in 1842 to relieve the 87th, and calling at the Cape for water and provisions, the Kaffirs had just rebelled; they were kept at the Cape for 94 days; then went on to the Island of Mauritius, and arrived 11th June, 1842, at Port Louis; remaining there nearly five years; from thence to Portsmouth, for home service, and was quartered in Ireland; leaving England in 1854 for the Australian colonies. During his residence in Ireland he became a member of the Most Ancient and Right Worshipful Lodge of St. John, Lodge No. 3, Belfast Co. Antrim, of True and Accepted Masons, holding a certificate on parchment, written in English and Latin, and registered 15th, Nov., 1853; year of masonry, 5853. During his service in Tasmania, he was presented with an address, drawn out in parchment; as follows:

"Presented to Sergeant Henry Prince, of the 12th Regiment Band, by the members of the United Victoria and Hope of Rechab Band: -
"Dear Sir - We, the undersigned members of the above band, desire to express our deep regret at your unexpected departure from amongst us, and wish most heartily to thank you for the patient and unremitting attention bestowed on us during the time you have so efficiently and satisfactorily been our instructor, and we take the opportunity of assuring you that your kind and gentlemanly manner will ever be remembered by us. In taking leave of you then, we would express our earnest hope that in the colony to which you are going, you may enjoy that best of blessings, health, and that all temporal and spiritual prosperity may be yours. With our best, wishes for yourself, Mrs. Prince, and family, we beg to subscribe ourselves, dear Sir, your affectionate pupils,
[here follows fifteen signatures.] - JOHN CAREW, secretary, Hobart Town, Tasmania, April 6th, 1858."

Mr. Prince was married in 1853 to Miss Lucy Laurence, daughter of the Lieutenant and Adjutant of the 12th Regiment, who had been born in the regiment, the same as himself; he was sergeant in the band at a very early age, and has been instructor of twenty bands- the Naval Brigade of Newcastle being the last of the twenty. At West Maitland, while instructor of the volunteer band, and about to leave for Waratah, they presented him with a silver cornet, mounted with gold, costing twelve guineas. He has been teaching successively the following bands in the district, namely: - Waratah, Wallsend, Lambton, Artillery and Naval Brigade Newcastle, and the volunteer band at West Maitland.

He leaves a widow and six children, the oldest being about sixteen years and the youngest about two years, there being only one son and five daughters. He was an amiable, gentlemanly man, passionately fond of his family, was always pleasant and humourous, and has left many sad friends to mourn his untimely end. On leaving the army he was admitted an out pensioner of her Majesty's Royal Hospital at Chelsea on the 12th of April, 1864, at a pension of one shilling and sixpence per day, which will, of course, die with his death. As stated at the inquest, Mr. Prince was a member of the Sons of Temperance benefit society, Waratah, from whence his widow will be entitled to a donation of £20.

The late Mr. Faning began, and it was left to Mr. Prince to carry out successfully the formation of bands of instrumental music at the various collieries, and between them, now that they have both gone hence to be no more seen, they have instilled into our young men a love for music, which is creditable alike to the teachers and the pupils, and the memory of them both will ever he held in veneration.

The remarks passed at the open grave by the Rev. Mr. Selwyn gave great pain, and are bitterly protested against as being out of place and uncalled for in the presence of a mixed multitude of people of different religions, and if he will persist in such a line of conduct on such occasions, he need not be astonished to find himself insulted as thoroughly as he insults others, and creating a disturbance at the grave not provided for in the rubric. Great credit is due to the Traffic Manager for his kindness in allowing a special train to convey those who had attended the funeral home to Waratah again, at six o'clock; although I heard several complaints against the station-masters for charging the Volunteers and bandsmen full fares, the same as ordinary passengers, especially the volunteers, and I hear an enquiry will be made at headquarters as to why the usual rule of free passages by rail for volunteers on duty was departed from.

ASSOCIATIONS: Edward Faning (musician)

"WEST MAITLAND VOLUNTEER RIFLES", The Maitland Mercury (18 January 1873), 2

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. . . With regard to the band since their last meeting their esteemed bandmaster Mr. Henry Prince had been suddenly called away. The members had showed their regard for his memory by subscribing towards a fund for his widow and orphans, and the band were about erecting a tombstone to his memory. They had engaged Mr. Edward Kearns as bandmaster for the last few months, and he was sure there had been no falling-off in the band (cheers) . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Edward Kearns (bandmaster, also formerly of the 12th Regiment)

"GOD'S ACRE", Newcastle Morning Herald and Miners' Advocate (28 July 1887), 6

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. . . Within a few yards is the resting-place of a musical hero - "Sacred to the memory of Henry Prince, late bandmaster H. M. 1st battalion, 12th Regiment of Foot, born in Gibraltar March 21st, 1827, died April 22nd, 1872, leaving his widow and seven children to lament his loss. This tablet was erected by the West Maitland Volunteer Band and the Newcastle Naval Brigade Band as a token of esteem." The above inscription is followed by the verse: -
"And he has gone whom we so dearly loved,
Whose tender kindness was so often proved.
Yes, he is gone, his happy spirit's fled,
And now he's numbered with the dead" . . .

"MUMMER MEMOIRS. HENRY PRINCE - BANDMASTER - A REMINISCENCE BY MR. CHARLIE WALDON. No. 161 (By 'Hayseed')", Sydney Sportsman (5 April 1911), 3

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Mr. Charles Waldon writes: - "Dear Hayseed, -
As promised, I forward a reminiscence of the late Henry Prince. I am sure you will agree with me that he is worthy of a place in 'Mummer Memoirs.' I am sure it will be read with interest by all old theatregoers and lovers of music.

I first met Prince at Hobart Town in 1853. I was a member of Carson and Kean's circus at the time. Strange how we met. There was at that a fine spare piece of ground next to Government House, just behind the fort, overlooking the Harbor. It was on that site the circus was first pitched. You could see the big cannons from our dressing-tent. Well, on several occasions the performance was under the patronage of the Governor, Sir W. T. Denison, who was afterwards Governor of New South Wales. On each occasion the band of the 12th Regiment performed in the ring. I have before me the selections which the band played, under the leader of Mr. Prince. In the first part, 'Lucretia Borgia"; second part, "Lucia di Lammermoor." It was during the first performance I met Prince. He was so pleased with my performance that he placed a half-crown in my hand. I met Prince after that time in Sydney. We all know what a favorite he was; in fact, he was acknowledged by press and public for cornet solos and band work. He always spoke in high terms of Mr. Taylor's tone. Taylor was for many years in the orchestra at the old Victoria Theatre. It was not until he took up his quarters at West Maitland as band master with the West Maitland Volunteers that Prince, my brother, and myself became intimate companions.

During Prince's term at Maitland we took part in 56 charitable performances, Mr. Prince was leader of the orchestra for the G. V. Brooke Dramatic Society, with his own private string band. He was the originator of what were called "Autumn Concerts." They were a series of six concerts yearly. I have before me one of the programmes: - Overture, "Zampa," string band, 14 performers. In the second part: Overture from L'Italiani in Algieri;" a solo, violin, "Bird on a Tree;" McGuinness accompanied by Miss Siballa Prince; an obligato and pianoforte, by Henry Prince and Marmaduke Wilson; a trio of flutes, Messrs. Prince, McGuinness, and Kearns; a trio on clarionettes by the same gentlemen; "The Death of Nelson," by Mr. Wilkie, from Sydney (not a bad tenor); and Mrs. Pegg, also from Sydney. These autumnal concerts were a great success. It is seldom you could, or will find four artists together as Henry Prince, Marmaduke Wilson, McGuinness, and Kearns.

Obituary of the late Mr. Henry Prince (from the Waratah correspondent of the Newcastle "Chronicle," April 27, 1872: - . . . [as above]

The West Maitland Volunteer and Newcastle Naval Brigade Bands raised the funds for a memorial, which was in due course placed over the grave of the lamented gentieman in Christ Church Cemetery. On the stone there is cut a harp, an open music book, and a conductor's baton, which are appropriate emblems of the late musician. Then comes the following inscription:

"Sacred to the Memory of Henry Prince, Bandmaster of H.M. 1st Battalion 12th Regiment of Foot. Born at Gibraltar, March 21, 1827, died April 22nd, 1872. This tablet has been erected by the West Maitland Volunteer and Newcastle Naval Brigade Bands as a token of esteem."

Mr. Curran, of High-street, West Maitland, was the contractor for the memorial stone.

"MUSICAL DAY, HISTORY OF THE HOBART BANDS. SOME INTERESTING NOTES", The Mercury [Hobart, TAS] (30 August 1917), 2

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. . . The 99th were succeeded by the 12th East Suffolk (now Suffolk), and the band was conducted by Callen. Sergt. Prince was a member, and was considered an excellent cornetist, and was dubbed the "Prince of cornet players." Most of the 12th Regiment left a few years after for New Zealand . . .

"THE HOME OF OUR COADJUTOR-ARCHBISHOP: ST. BENEDICT'S STORY", Freeman's Journal [Sydney, NSW] (12 October 1922), 12

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. . . In 1858 Father Corish started at St. Benedict's a Young Men's Society . . . Father Corish then started a band in connection with the society, and very soon twenty instrumentalists were enrolled under the tuition of Mr. Steer [sic, Stier], who was connected with the Royal Artillery, stationed at Dawes Point. The band, however, was afterwards taken in hand by the late Sergeant Prince, of the 12th Regiment, stationed at the Victoria Barracks. He was assisted by Edwin Kearns, a clarionet player. The musical ability of the band was quickly recognised on all sides, and their services were requisitioned for all movements connected with parish affairs. This was not the first band started by Father Corish, as there was one previously which had not a successful career . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Michael Andrew Corish, O.S.B (died 1864); Charles Stier (master of the Band of the 11th Regiment)


Bibliography and resources:

Barrie and Margaret Chapman, "Sergeant Henry Prince (c.1819-1863), Australia's redcoat settlers (1997-2009) (archived at NLA Pandora)

https://webarchive.nla.gov.au/awa/20200609043419/http://freepages.rootsweb.com/~garter1/history/henry%20prince.htm (DIGITISED)




PRINGLE, Alexander (Alexander PRINGLE; Mr. A. PRINGLE)

Professor of music, violinist

Born ? England / Scotland, c. 1791; son of Alexander PRINGLE (? born 30 January 1791; baptised Selkirk, Scotland, 12 February 1791; mother Marry [sic] DICK)
Married Charlotte GRANT, St. George's, Hanover Square, London, 25 February 1826
Active Melbourne, VIC, 1861
Died Kew, VIC, 3 December 1866, aged 75

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PRINGLE, Charlotte = Charlotte STUTTAFORD (Mrs. Andrew STUTTAFORD; Madame STUTTAFORD)

Vocalist, teacher of singing

Born London, England, 1830; baptised St. Mark's, Kennington, Surrey, 27 June 1830; daughter of Alexander PRINGLE and Charlotte GRANT

PRINGLE, George Robert Grant (George Robert Grant PRINGLE; G. R. G. PRINGLE; G. W. R. G. PRINGLE)

Musician, professor of music, organist, pianist, teacher of organ, pianoforte, singing, composer, conductor

Born London, England, 26 May 1833; baptised St. Mark's, Kennington, Surrey, 24 August 1834; son of Alexander PRINGLE and Charlotte GRANT
Arrived Melbourne, VIC, ? 27 June 1857 (per Algiers, from Liverpool, aged "23")
Married Frances Lucy WILLIAMS, St. Peter's church, Melbourne, VIC, 6 October 1860
Departed Melbourne, VIC, 10 October 1870 (per Agamemnon for England)
Died Leipzig, Germany, January 1873

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PRINGLE, Frances Lucy (Frances Lucy WILLIAMS; Mrs. George R . G. PRINGLE)

Music teacher, school teacher

Born London, England, 1832; baptised St. Mark's, Kennington, Surrey, 20 June 1832; daughter of John Mark WILLIAMS and Charlotte MEDLEY (d. VIC, 1862)
Married George R. G. Pringle, St. Peter's church, Melbourne, VIC, 6 October 1860
Departed Melbourne, VIC, 10 October 1870 (per Agamemnon for England)
Arrived Melbourne, VIC, June 1873 (per Carlisle Castle, from London)
Died Warwick, QLD, 23 August 1907, aged "70"

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George Pringle (1833-1873)

George Pringle (from Matthews 1969, plate after page 44)


Summary:

George Pringle was a son of Alexander Pringle, of Kennington, a professor of music, and his wife Charlotte Grant. Charlotte Pringle - later Madame Andrew Stuttaford - was his elder sister.

Brown and Stratton (1897) gave Pringle's birth date as 26 May 1833, perhaps relying on records of his ten year term as a boy chorister at St. Paul's cathedral, from 1841 to 1851. In the absence of independent certification that date is followed here, although, given the date of his Kennington baptism (24 August 1834) it is possible that he was born on 26 May 1834, the year altered to ensure his election as chorister. Supporting the earlier date, however, at his marriage in October 1860, Pringle gave his age as 27 and his place of birth as London.

According to Frederic Archer, writing in the musical press the month after Pringle's death, he had - presumably later - been an (adult) chorister at the Tractarian Margaret Chapel, presumably after the closure of the old building in 1850, and while services were being held at a temporary chapel in Titchfield Street, and long before the new permanent church of All Saints', Margaret Street opened in 1859. By 1855 or earlier, however, Pringle had been appointed organist of South Hackney Church (St. John of Jerusalem), and where in June 1855 his sister Charlotte married Andrew Stuttaford.

Melbourne, VIC (1857/58-1870):

There are two shipping records of a George Pringle of about the right age arriving in Melbourne, one on 27 June 1857 per Algiers, from Liverpool, aged "23", the other on 10 May 1858 per Johanna Gertruda, from London, aged "24". Unless there are records placing Pringle certainly in Melbourne in 1857, the later date should perhaps be preferred. Pringle does disappear from record in greater London after January 1857; however, the June 1857 arrival came from Liverpool, not London, and was listed as a "Carp[en]t[e]r", one of a group of three (the others William Benson, 23, and Henry Brown, 25).

Pringle first advertised in Melbourne, in mid June 1858, as organist of the Melbourne Philharmonic Society and of Brighton Church (St. Andrew's), at the former in succession to Thomas Green Goold (elected the organist at the society's annual meeting in January, but who took over as conductor on the resignation of John Russell in June), and at the latter of William Beresford Wray (who had returned to England). Since both posts were only very recently vacant, it strongly suggests that Pringle was newly arrived in mid 1858, and had fortuitously been appointed to both.

There is a single listing of Pringle's father, Alexander, playing violin in a performance in Melbourne in 1861. Both Alexander, and Frances's mother, Charlotte Medway (Williams), died while living with the Pringles in Melbourne.

No attempt is made below to document George Pringle's busy Melbourne years after 1861 in detail. However, all relevant details from the Pringles' departure for England in 1870 onward are given.


Documentation:

London and England (1830-60):

Baptisms solemnized in the parish of St. Mark's, Kennington, in the county of Surrey in the year 1830; register, 1826-33, page 192; London Metropolitan Archives

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No. 1530 / June 27 / Charlotte Mary Anne / [daughter of] Alexander & Charlotte / Pringle / Russell Street, North Brixton . . .

Baptisms solemnized in the parish of St. Mark's, Kennington, in the county of Surrey in the year 1832; register, 1825-44, page 151; London Metropolitan Archives

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No. 191 / June 20 / Frances Lucy / [daughter of] John Mark & Charlotte / Williams / Park Place / Surgeon . . .

Baptisms solemnized in the parish of St. Mark's, Kennington, in the county of Surrey in the year 1834; register, 1825-44, page 24; London Metropolitan Archives

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No. 1207 / Aug't 24 / George Robert Grant / [son of] Alexander & Charlotte / Pringle / Russell St. / Musician / . . .

"SOUTH HACKNEY CHORAL SOCIETY", The Musical World 33 (22 December 1855), 826

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The oratorio of The Creation was given by this society, assisted by the members of the London Sacred Harmonic Society, on Tuesday, in aid of the South Hackney Parochial Schools. The principal vocalists were Madame Stuttaford, Miss Holmes, Miss Teesdale, Mr. Cousins, Mr. Pousford, Mr. Kelly, and Mr. Sharp. Mr. G. R. G. Pringle, organist of South Hackney Church, was the conductor, and Mr. Bliss led the orchestra.

[Advertisement], West London Observer (24 May 1856), 1

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Under the Patronage of the Rev. J. N. Vlieland and J. Frere, Esq.
MR. C. LAWRENCE, Organist of Christ Church, Turnham Green, begs to announce the performance of an Amateur
VOCAL CONCERT, On Tuesday, May 27th, 1856, the Boys' National School Room, Turnham Green,
principal Vocalists from the Exeter Hall, St. Martin's Hall, South London Harmonic Societies, &c.
Grand Pianoforte, Mr. G. Pringle, Organist of South Hackney Church.
Conductor, Mr. C. Lawrence . . .

"SURREY GARDENS MUSIC HALL", Lady's own paper (20 December 1856), 20

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On Tuesday night, the first of a projected series of entertainments, entitled "Concerts for the People," was given at the above Hall, by the members of the Southwark Singing Association, under the direction of Mr. J. E. Minot. Notwithstanding the dense fog which clouded the metropolis, and which seemed particularly to envelope Surrey Gardens Music Hall and its approaches; notwithstanding, also, the cold, which we suggest to the directors might be partially removed from the interior, by the assistance of a few stoves, the concourse of persons assembled was decidedly numerous . . . The first and second parts of the programme consisted of sacred, and the third part of secular music . . . The principal solo vocalists were Madame Stuttaford, Mrs. Webbe, Mr. Husk, and Mr. Field, who exerted themselves throughout to the best of their ability . . . Mr. J. Baker and Mr. Linford Home were the leaders of the orchestra; and Mr. George Pringle, organist of South Hackney Church, and Mr. Rees E. Harris, organist to the associations, were the pianists employed.

[Advertisement], Luton Weekly Recorder (20 December 1856), 1

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. . . the LUTON QUARTETT SOCIETY, Will give a GRAND CONCERT
AT THE TOWN HALL, LUTON, ON MONDAY EVENING, Dec. 22, 1856.
The Society has engaged MME. A. STUTTAFORD, AND
MR. G. PRINGLE, Professor of Music, London . . .

"MR. BIGGERS'S SEVENTH ANNUAL CONCERT", Windsor and Eton Express (10 January 1857), 4

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. . . [in the Town Hall, Brentford] . . . next came a scena by Madame Stuttaford (a lady who has not sung at these concerts before) - "Softly Sighs." Now this being the principal soprano part in Derv Freischutz, led us to imagine the lady must have great resources in herself, or she would never have chosen so arduous a task; and we are happy to say she sung it beautifully, every note being well intoned, in good time, and excellently emphasized . . . We were next gratified by a solo on the piano, exquisitely played by Mr. George Pringle, a young man of extraordinary talent . . . after which Mr. Elton Williams sung "The Desert," one of Emanuel's finest conceptions . . . Mr. Pringle deserves the very greatest credit for the admirable manner in which he played this accompaniment, which all musicians know is so exceedingly difficult . . . Mr. Pringle played another solo, "La Cascade," most brilliantly, fully proving himself to be a perfect master of the instrument, and succeeded in bringing out all those beautiful effects for which these pianofortes are beginning to get so famed - Hopkinson will soon be as much of a household word as Erard has been . . . and Madame Stuttaford sang "Peace inviting" in so highly satisfactory a manner as to bring down a unanimous encore, which considering the lateness of the hour, was something to be proud of . . .

MUSIC: La cascade (Pauer)

"PROMENADE CONCERTS", Berkshire Chronicle [Reading] (17 January 1857), 4

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The popularity of these concerts appears decidedly to increase for the attendance on Wednesday was even more numerous than on either of the preceding occasions. The chief attraction of the evening was the ballad singing of Madame Stuttaford, which received, as it well deserved, the warm plaudits of the audience. Not a little of the success of the songs was attributable to the excellent pianoforte accompaniment of Mr. Pringle, who, together with Madame Stuttaford, has been re-engaged for Wednesday next. The performances on that evening promise to be of a varied and amusing character, and will include John Parry's celebrated song of Fair Rosamond, which will be sung by Mr. Pringle.

Melbourne, VIC (by June 1858):

? List of passengers per Algiers, from Liverpool, for Melbourne, June 1857; Public Record Office Victoria

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Geo. Pringle / 23 / [Carpenter] / . . .

[Advertisement], The Argus (10 June 1858), 8

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ORGAN, Pianoforte, and Singing LESSONS.
Mr. GEORGE PRINGLE, organist to the Melbourne Philharmonic Society and Brighton Church, will VISIT PUPILS: - Melbourne - Monday, Tuesday, Friday. Richmond - Wednesday. St. Kilda - Thursday. Brighton - Saturday. Address, 176 Bourke street east.

"MONTHLY SUMMARY FOR ENGLISH READERS . . . DRAMATIC AND MUSICAL", The Age (15 June 1858), 6

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The Melbourne Philharmonic Society have just given their second subscription concert for the year. The works chosen were Spohr's "Last Judgement" and Rossini's "Stabat Mater". Both were admirably performed. Mr. John Russell (formerly of Liverpool) who has been conductor of the society since its establishment in 1853 has resigned office, and the post been conferred on Mr. T. G. Gould, formerly the honorary organist. His place has been filled by the appointment of Mr. Pringle, formerly of Hackney.

ASSOCIATIONS: Melbourne Philharmonic Society (musical society); Brighton Church; Thomas Green Goold (organist, conductor); John Russell (founding conductor)

"THE NEWS OF THE DAY", The Age (2 July 1858), 4

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The Temperance League of Victoria held their first annual Conference and Festival, yesterday . . . The festival was held in the Exhibition Building; about two thousand persons were present . . . a number of popular airs were sung to the words of temperance songs by Miss Octavia Hamilton, Mons. E. Coulon, assisted by an efficient chorus, and the able services of Mr. Pringle, the organist of the Philharmonic Society.

ASSOCIATIONS: Octavia Hamilton (vocalist); Emile Coulon (vocalist)

"PHILHARMONIC SOCIETY CONCERT", The Argus (21 July 1858), 4

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The Committee of the Philharmonic Society are to be complimented for judgment they displayed in the selection of the pieces constituting the programme of last night's miscellaneous concert, and to be congratulated on the large attendance, as well as the visible gratification of all present. There were Elizabethan madrigals for the antiqueries, selections from Meyerbeer and Verdi for the operatic, from Handel and Mendelssohn for the classical, and ballads for those with no specific taste in musical selections. Organ solos were substituted for orchestral overtures, and the accompaniments to the solo vocalists were furnished by the piano only, Mr. Pringle ably officiating both instruments . . .

"THE NEWS OF THE DAY", The Age (22 September 1858), 5

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Yesterday evening an immense audience assembled within the walls of the Exhibition Building, for the purpose of listening to the performance of Mendelssohn's oratorio of "St. Paul," by the Philharmonic Society. The members were mustered in full force, the sopranos and altos being unusually numerous and effective. The band, greatly enlarged to meet the demands of this elaborate work, was ably led by Mr. E. King. Mr. Goold conducted, and Mr. Pringle presided at the organ. The whole performance was a decided success, and in every way worthy of the society by which it was given.

"CONCERT", The Argus (22 October 1858), 5

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A concert, for the benefit of Mr. G. L. Allan, was given last evening at the Exhibition Building, under the patronage of His Excellency the Governor, who honored the entertainment with his presence. There was a large attendance. The vocalists were solely the pupils of Mr. Allan, and, including the chorus, were upwards of 100 in number. Mr. George R. G. Pringle, the organist of the Philharmonic Society, was the pianist . . . Mr. Pringle varied the entertainment with two piano solos, "La Cascade" and "Carnival de Venise," both of which were well received . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: George Leavis Allan (singing master)

MUSIC: La cascade (Pauer); Carnaval de Venise (Schulhoff)

This evening Mr. Farquharson will take his benefit at the Royal, under distinguished patronage. The programme includes a selection of this distinguished vocalist's most popular descriptive and buffo scenes. He will be assisted by Miss Octavia Hamilton, Signor Grossi, and Mr. G. R. G. Pringle. The band of the 40th Regiment will be in attendance . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Robert Farquharson (vocalist); Enrico Grossi (vocalist); Band of the 40th Regiment

[Advertisement], The Argus (1 September 1859), 7

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MR. GEORGE R. G. PRINGLE, Organist of Melbourne Philharmonic Society, begs to inform his pupils and friends that he has REMOVED to 170, Bourke-street east, Melbourne.

Minutes of the proceedings of the council of the University of Melbourne, Melbourne, 26th September 1859 (Melbourne: John Ferres, 1859), 1

https://books.google.com.au/books?id=_6JpueQXWuUC&pg=PA129 (DIGITISED)

. . . 4. The Council proceeded to discuss the scheme, prepared by the Rev. Alexander Morison, for conferring Degrees in Music . . . (8.) That the following gentlemen constitute the Board of Examiners in Music, viz., Mr. Marsh, Mr. Nelson, Mr. Bial, Mr. Wilkinson, and Mr. G. R. G. Pringle . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Alexander Morison (musical amateur); Stephen Hale Marsh (musician); Sidney Nelson (musician); Charles Bial (musician); William Augustus Wilkinson (musician)

"THE BIBLICAL CANTATA JUDITH", The Argus (28 October 1859), 5

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. . . in his "Judith" Mr. Henry Leslie has produced a work which promises not only greatly to extend its composer's well-earned reputation . . . A copy of the score having found its way to this colony, several of the leading members of the Philharmonic Society, under the direction of Mr. George R. G. Pringle, the organist of that body, met together a few days ago for the purpose of enjoying a private rehearsal of the new work, and as we had the pleasure of being present, we have thought it as well to put to paper the impressions we then formed . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Henry Leslie (English composer), brother of Alexander Leslie of Melbourne

[Advertisement], Geelong Advertiser (3 December 1859), 1

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MR. G. R. G. PRINGLE (Organist of St, Peters, and the Philharmonic Society, Melbourne), begs to announce that he still continues to give lessons in SINGING, PIANOFORTE & ORGAN Every Monday, at Mrs. Bruford's, Hermitage Road, Skene-street, Geelong.

[News], The Argus (18 January 1860), 5

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The Melbourne Philharmonic Society held its sixth annual meeting last night, at the Mechanics' Institute, Mr. Justice Barry in the chair . . . The attendance was larger than we remember to have seen at previous meetings, and which [was] generally accounted for by the fact that there were three Richmonds in the field for the post of organist. Mr. L. L. Lewis, favourably known as one of the best amateur pianists in the colony, was elected to fill the vacancy caused by the resignation of Mr. Pringle, the late organist to the society. No recognition of that gentleman's services was given by the meeting . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Louis Lucas Lewis (pianist, organist)

"ST PETERS CHOIR. TO THE EDITOR OF . . .", The Argus (29 March 1860), 1 supplement

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Sir, - Palmam qui meruit ferat. In your notice of the musical performances by St. Peter's choir last evening, you speak of the gratuitous services rendered every Sunday by the principal soloists. This is a complete mistake, and will give a very erroneous impression if not set right. Those "principals" are all liberally paid, though perhaps, when the church is quite free from all debt, their salaries may be improved. Suffer me, also, to supply one omission in your kind notice, as regards the delightful accompaniments of Mr. Pringle. They were often exquisitely graceful, and materially enhanced the pleasure of an evening which fully proved the claim of St. Peter's choir to be the most efficient of any in this city.
I am, Sir, yours truly, C.
March 27.

[News], The Argus (9 May 1860), 5

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On Thursday, the 10th inst., Haydn's oratorio, "The Creation," is to be performed by the Fitzroy Musical Union, in the George-street Chapel, Collingwood. The programme exhibits an extent and a completeness of band and chorus hitherto attained only by the chief musical association of the colony. Miss Octavia Hamilton. is to be principal soprano, the other solos having been assigned to the domestic talent, so to speak, of the society. Under the able conductorship of Mr. G. R. G. Pringle, the Musical Union has been making steady progress since its establishment some few months ago.

[News], The Argus (11 May 1860), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5682228 

The members of the newly-formed Fitzroy Musical Union gave their first concert last evening, at George-street chapel, George-street, before a very numerous audience, and with an amount of success, all things considered, which does them much credit. Haydn's "Creation" was the oratorio selected for performance, and, with the exception of Miss Octavia Hamilton, and a few professional instrumentalists, the members ventured upon the task relying solely on their own resources. The result evidenced careful organization and rehearsal; and the applause bestowed upon this, their first effort, will doubtless encourage the subscribers to enter upon their musical career with confidence and energy. It is not necessary for us to remark upon the circumstances from which the Fitzroy Musical Union is said to have taken its rise, nor to contrast its claims to public support with those of the Philharmonic Society. A schism in the musical world is as likely to happen as not, if small jealousies are allowed to find their way among those whose business it is to cultivate the "concord of sweet sounds," and so that the public benefit it matters little. Competition is the soul of business, and emulation may be good for musical bodies. The present is quite a case in point. It is, moreover, a gratifying circumstance that the rivalry is not so pronounced but that many persons are members or assistants of both societies - a fact which will at least give them opportunities for the more constant practise of their art, and is another ground for congratulation. As we have said, the execution of the "Creation" last night was very creditable, the choruses especially being taken with great spirit throughout . . . The tenor music was alloted to Mr. Beaumont, a young singer of no great style or power of voice, but with qualities which culture will develop into usefulness . . . Altogether much praise is due to the society, and to Mr. Pringle, the conductor, and former organist of the Philharmonic Society, for the care bestowed upon its organization; and we look forward with pleasure to the developement of its future career.

ASSOCIATIONS: Armes Beaumont (tenor vocalist); Fitzroy Musical Union, or Musical Union

Certificate of marriage, St. Peter's church, Melbourne, 1860; St. Peter's Eastern Hill

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No. 1234 . . . the 6th day of Oct'r 1860 at St. Peter's Church Melbourne, marriage by license was solemnized between us . . . George Robert Grant Pringle / . . . / age 27 years / / Professor of Music / bachelor / birth place London / father - Alexander Pringle, Professor of Music / mother - Charlotte Grant
Frances Lucy Williams / . . . / age 28 years / - / Spinster / birth place Kennington / father - John Mark Williams surgeon / mother - Charlotte Medley . . .

[Advertisement], The Argus (19 January 1861), 3

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TO the SUBSCRIBERS and MEMBERS of the MELBOURNE PHILHARMONIC SOCIETY.
Gentlemen, - I beg most respectfully to inform you that I am a CANDIDATE for the appointment of HONORARY ORGANIST to your society for the present year . . .
I am, gentlemen, your most obedient servant,
PHILIP C. PLAISTED.

I beg to state that I consider Mr. P. C. Plaisted is perfectly competent to perform the duties of organist to the Melbourne Philharmonic Society. He has a good organ touch, can read well at sight, has good talent and great perseverance. From his having been a pupil of mine for some time I am in a position to bear testimony to the above.
(Signed) GEO. R. G. PRINGLE,
Organist of St. Peter's Church, Melbourne, late of South Hackney Church, London.

"THE PHILHARMONIC SOCIETY. To the Editor of . . .", The Herald (22 January 1861), 6

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SIR, - My attention has been drawn to a paragraph in your Town Talk of to-day relative to the conductorship of the above society . . .
I will also avail myself of the present opportunity to correct another paragraph which appeared in The Herald about the time of the late performance of "The Messiah," purporting distinctly that Mr. L. L. Lewis was to be the organist for this year. As the office of organist is filled at the same time as that of conductor, and subject to the same rule, all I have said above equally applies to Mr. Lewis. He is one of two candidates, the other being Mr. Plaisted, a pupil of, and highly recommended by, Mr. G. R. G. Pringle, and whose circular to the members and subscribers of the society has now been some days before the public.
Both of the above nominations were made in writing, at the society's room a week ago, so that there is no excuse for a want of proper information on the subject by your informant, whose object I cannot well understand. I am, Sir, yours truly,
W. H. WILLIAMS. 21st January, 1861.

ASSOCIATIONS: Philip Plaisted (organist); William Henry Williams (correspondent, vocalist)

[News], The Argus (28 February 1861), 4

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A concert was given at the Mechanics' Institute last evening, by Mr. G. R. G. Pringle, at which Madame Stuttaford, a lady recently arrived from England, made her first appearance before a Melbourne audience. His Excellency the Governor and party, and a large and fashionable audience, were present. Madame Stuttaford possesses a mezzo-soprano voice of average power, the lower notes of it being the best. She sang a scena from Ernani, and one or two other pieces, during the evening, and elicited considerable applause. Her constant use of the tremolo, which to a certain extent may be effectively employed as artist of great discrimination, is objectionable, and her general style is less cultivated than peculiar, but she undoubtedly understands the value of effect in compensating for what nature or art appear to have denied her, and was, so far, as successful as she could desire. An excellent feature of the concert was the assistance rendered to it by the ladies and gentlemen of "The Orpheus Union," who, on this their first appearance, have made a very favourable impression. They were well led by Mr. S. Kay, and it is highly probable they will command a flattering share of public attention whenever they may please to announce themselves. Messrs. Reed (violoncello), Leslie, and Pringle, contributed some instrumental music.

"MADAME STUTTAFORD . . .", Victorian review (1 March 1861), 167

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. . . a new musical celebrity, and a sister of Mr. G. R. G. Pringle, organist of St. Peter's, made her debut before a Melbourne audience on Wednesday evening. The hall of the Mechanics' Institution was quite filled; and the audience included, not only the Governor and Lady Barkly, but the principal of our local professional and amateur musicians. The programme was long, but well selected, and presented a singular absence of time-worn - not to say worn-out - pieces. The selection, indeed, was more classical than popular, but did not, on this account, please the less. The instrumental passages, selected from the works of Mozart, Reissiger, and Kalliwoda, though well performed by the executants - Messrs. G. R. G. Pringle, Leslie, and Reed - evidently did not gratify the audience to so great an extent as the efforts of the "Orpheus Union," who, some twelve or sixteen in number, made their first public appearance. They sang some delicious morceaux by Mendelssohn, Benedict, Kuhe, and Kücken, and were encored in almost every instance. This musical society, under the skilful baton of Mr. S. Kaye, have undoubtedly achieved an advance upon everything of the sort hitherto known Victoria. Of course we refer to societies intended for the cultivation of the class of music ordinarily affected by madrigal unions of England, and the liederfafels of Germany. Madame Stuttaford was exceedingly well received, and will no doubt prove a great acquisition to our musical resources. Her voice is a mezzo-soprano, the lower notes of which are decidedly the best. Her style is showy, and she is evidently a well-tutored musician.

[Advertisement], The Argus (9 September 1861), 8

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PRAHRAN PHILHARMONIC SOCIETY.
On TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 10, In the Town-hall, Chapel street,
Handel's Oratorio, The MESSIAH Will be performed,
In aid of the Funds of the Prahran and South Yarra Benevolent Society.
Principal Performers:
Madame STUTTAFORD.
Mrs. BATTEN.
Mr. BEAUMONT.
Mr. ANGUS.
Mr. WILKINSON.
First Violin - Mr. Leslie.
Second Violin - Mr. A. Pringle.
Viola - Mr. G. Tolhurst.
Violoncello - Mr. Hailes.
Flute - Mr. Mortimer.
Trumpet - Mr. Richardson.
Double Drums - Mr. W. H. Tolhurst.
Organist - Mr. P. L. Plaisted.
Conductor - Mr. G. R. G. Pringle . . .
J. STOKES, Hon. Sec.

"ART TREASURES EXHIBITION", The Mercury [Hobart, TAS] (13 January 1863), 2

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. . . Mr. Pringle, the accomplished organist of St. Peter's, Melbourne, who it will be recollected opened the Grand Organ at the Mechanics' Institute, Launceston, about two years since, a full account of which ceremonial appeared in this journal performed on Weber's Pianoforte and expressed himself highly pleased with the instrument as a creditable specimen of colonial manufactures, played the following selections in that masterly style for which he is distinguished:
Premier Etude de Concert, De Gloria.
"Variations on Home Sweet Home", J. R. G. Pringle [sic],
"Polka Brilliante", J. R. G. Pringle
Gouttas D'Eau, Ascher.
Mr. F. Packer also played several pieces in charming style.

ASSOCAITIONS: Albert Weber (pianoforte maker); Frederick Augustus Packer (pianist)

"DEATHS", The Herald (4 December 1866), 2

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PRINGLE - On the 3rd December, at his son's residence, Kew, Alexander Pringle, Esq., aged seventy-five years, son of the late Alexander Pringle, Esq., Lieutenant Adjutant of H.M. 82nd Regiment, and father of Mr. George R. G. Pringle of Collins-street, Melbourne, and Kew.

"ST. FRANCIS' CHOIR", Advocate (15 January 1870), 5

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The lovers of church music will learn with pleasure that the reputation of St. Francis' Church for the superior efficiency of its choir, and its unrivalled instrumental music, is to be sustained by the appointment of Mr. Charles E. Horsley as organist, in the room of Mr. G. R. G. Pringle, who recently accepted the office of organist in Brighton, Church of England. Mr. Horsley has returned to Melbourne with faculties renewed and invigorated, and with health completely restored . . .

"MR. PRINGLE'S FAREWELL CONCERT", The Argus (30 September 1870), 5

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A professional man of Mr. Pringle's standing with respect to music in this city could scarcely take leave after so many years of residence amongst us without doing something to signalise the event. Last night's concert gave Mr. Pringle the opportunity to take his conge under very favourable circumstances, and to refresh the good impression he has so often made both as pianist and organist. The concert itself was not one of entirely unmixed merit, but it appeared, nevertheless, to give satisfaction to the audience, which was lavish of its applause upon every opportunity. The programme was very long, and contained no less than four overtures . . . The overture to "Melusine," by Mendelssohn, which was performed for the first time in Melbourne under Mr. Pringle's direction last night, did not appear to have received that study from the players that would have enabled them to do justice to the subject . . . Mendelssohn's capriccio, op. 22, for pianoforte, with orchestral accompaniment, was played by Mr. Pringle with that lightness and elegance which characterise his performance on that instrument, and was very warmly applauded, as it deserved to be; but the organ solo in the second part of the concert completely took the fancy of the audience. This was the andante movement in G, by Batiste, and was played in that masterly style that has made Mr. Pringle's name so prominent as an organist. Some passages, in which an arpeggio accompaniment in the upper compass of the instrument was played to the subdued notes of the leading theme, were of the most undoubted beauty. The skilful player on this occasion was honoured with a unanimous encore. There was another piece for the organ, consisting of the accompaniment to a bass solo, "Salve Regina," composed by Mr. Pringle and sung by Mr. Furlong. In this case the setting is better than the jewel, and the accompaniment was more attractive than the solo, which, nevertheless, was fairly sung . . . The attendance was such as to have been very gratifying to Mr. Pringle, to whom, on his retirement from Melbourne, we wish bon voyage.

"CONCERT THE CHOIR OF ST. PETER'S CHURCH", Islington Gazette [London, England] (25 April 1871), 3

https://www.britishnewspaperarchive.co.uk/viewer/bl/0000438/18710425/017/0003 (PAYWALL)

On Tuesday evening last the choir of St. Peter's Church gave concert in the boys' schoolroom, Devonshire-street. Notwithstanding the inclemency of the weather, there was a good attendance. The concert was given under the direction of Mr. G. R. G. Pringle, the organist of the church, who is be congratulated on the successful result attained, a most enjoyable evening's entertainment having been provided. The anthems, "O Taste and See," "In Jewry is God Known," "Behold how Good and Joyful," "As Pants the Hart," and "Great is the Lord," were given by the choir with good effect, and with a precision which denoted careful training . . . Mr. G. R. G. Pringle played Gottschalk's solo, "Pensee Religieuse." in a brilliant manner, and was rewarded with a most enthusiastic encore . . . At the conclusion of the entertainment, the Rev. J. HASELGRAVE announced that Mr. Pringle was about leave the church, and proceed to Germany. This step he much regretted, both on personal grounds, and from the loss the Church would sustain in the musical portion the service. During the time Mr. Pringle had been with them their music had greatly improved, and the choir and congregation were greatly indebted to him. (Hear.) He moved that the thanks of those present be tendered to Mr. Pringle . . . and Mr. Pringle suitably relied, expressing hope that some day he might be again among them. The National Anthem closed the proceedings.

"AN APPEAL. TO THE EDITOR . . .", The musical standard [London, England] (22 February 1873), 115

https://books.google.com.au/books?id=x-g2AQAAMAAJ&pg=PA115 (DIGITISED)

DEAR SIR- Will you kindly allow me through your columns to plead the cause of one in deep distress, with the circumstances of whose case I have just been made acquainted? Mr. G. R. G. Pringle (formerly a chorister at the Margaret Chapel, St. Marylebone) - who was decidedly one of the leading musicians in Melbourne, and respected alike for his amiability of character, readiness to assist those in need, and high moral worth; owing to the critical state of his wife, returned to Europe some time since, in the forlorn hope of saving her life. The inevitable expenses of the voyage, and a lengthened stay in this country, made extensive demands upon his pecuniary resources; but the object of his journey attained, and his wife happily restored to health - like the true artiste, he was - before returning to the Antipodes, he sought to avail himself of pre-eminent advantages afforded by a course of study, in the world renowned Art centre of Leipzig; where - (to quote from a letter I have received from the English Chaplain) - "he sank into a premature grave, after lengthened and costly sickness, leaving his wife and four children (two of them under five), literally destitute in a strange land," - The Rev. Mr. Whitford goes on to say - "Her best, if not sole hope for the future, is to take her children back to their birth-place, i.e. Melbourne, where her brother can help her, and the high repute and cherished name of the dead artiste, will help them, as nowhere else," The cost of the voyage, at the lowest possible estimate, will amount to £100, and it is important that they should sail a month hence. In the hope that those whom fortune has favoured in their artistic career, will not forget others less prosperous, thus suddenly deprived of their natural protector, and cast helpless on the world, I venture to ask under such exceptionally painful circumstances, if you will spare me space for the insertion of this at appeal on their behalf? I may add that the Rev. Upton Richards, All Saint's, Margaret St.; G. A. B. Beecroft, Esq., 4, Gloucester Terrace, Regent's Park; Messrs. Chappell and Co., 50, New Bond Street, and Messrs. Cramer and Co., 201, Regent St., have kindly consented to receive and acknowledge any contributions sent to them. Donations may also be forwarded to Rev. R. W. Whitford, Elisen Strasse 17, bi Leipzig; or to me.
I am Sir, yours faithfully,
FREDERIC ARCHER, Organist, Alexander Palace, Muswell Hill, N.
6, Newton Terrace, Lee, S.E. February 12, 1873.

ASSOCIATIONS: Frederic Archer (organist)

"DEATHS", The Argus (11 March 1873), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5849735

PRINGLE. - On the -- January, at Leipzig, Germany, of brain fever, Mr. G. R. G. Pringle, formerly organist and professor of music, in this city.

"THE WIDOW OF THE LATE MR. G. R. G. PRINGLE. TO THE EDITOR", The Argus (22 August 1873), 7

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5869956 

Sir, - I do not think that it can be generally known that we have at present amongst us the widow and family of the late Mr. G. R. G. Pringle, and that they have been, by his untimely death, left wholly unprovided for. The name of Mr. Pringle is so widely known as that of a man who for many years devoted himself with great success to the study, practice, and encouragement of music amongst us, that I feel convinced there is a large number - not only of his pupils and friends, and of the music loving portion of the community, but also of the charitably disposed who would gladly assist pecuniarily his destitute widow and children . . . I may further inform you that the object of the committee is to raise a sum of money sufficient to buy and furnish a cottage for the widow and children in one of the suburbs. If this can be accomplished it is confidently expected that Mrs. Pringle well be able to provide for herself and children by giving lessons in music . . .
I am, I dear Sir, your obedient servant,
LLOYD TAYLER, Hon. Treasurer Pringle Fund.
Eldon-chambers, Bank-place, Melbourne, August 21.

[Advertisement], North Melbourne Advertiser (10 July 1874), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article71565526 

MRS. G. R. G. PRINGLE, TEACHER OF PIANOFORTE AND SINGING, 172 WILLIAM STREET, (opposite Wesleyan Chapel,) WEST MELBOURNE. Terms Moderate.

"NEWS OF THE DAY", The Age (15 August 1874), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article201532074 

Mrs. G. R. G. Pringle, widow of the late musician of that name, will make her first appearance as a vocalist, and will share in the profits of the performance. The patronage of the friends of the deceased artist is naturally expected under these circumstances.

"MRS. PRINGLE", Warwick Examiner and Times (24 August 1907), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article82290781 

Our readers will regret to learn that at a late hour yesterday afternoon Mrs. Frances Lucy Pringle passed away at her residence, Milton College, Wood-street. The deceased lady had been gradually breaking up for some time past, and her health during the past month had been very frail. The very trying time through which we are passing is especially severe on the old and feeble, and in Mrs. Pringle's case the weakened constitution was unable to withstand the prevalent attacks of sickness. Added to this was the fact that Mrs. Pringle had reached the ripe age of nearly 70 years [sic]. The deceased lady was of a sympathetic and lovable temperament, and by all with whom she came in contact she was highly respected. In particular, she ever enjoyed the love and veneration of the numbers of children who passed under her care in this town. The deceased lady was born in England, and she resided later in Melbourne for a lengthy period. It is now many years since she came with her daughter, Miss Pringle, to Warwick, and inaugurated the well-known Milton College of Warwick. The school was an immediate success, and here she lived a life of intense value to society, for the shaping and influencing for good the fresh young lives of hosts of scholars is perhaps the noblest undertaking in the world. The deceased lady, we believe, had two children - one of whom was a Church of England clergyman at Milton, near Brisbane, but who has been dead some time. The other is Miss Pringle, the head of Milton College educational establishment, and the sympathy of the community will go out to her in her sad bereavement. The funeral will leave the late residence in Wood-street at 3.15 p.m. to-day for St. Mark's Church, and from thence will proceed to the Warwick cemetery.

"DEATH", The Brisbane Courier (26 August 1907), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article19386066 

PRINGLE. - On August 23, at Warwick, Frances Lucy, widow of the late G. R. G. Pringle, and daughter of the late John Mark Williams, physician, London.


Musical works:

Sea grove, polka brilliante, dedicated to his pupils the Misses M. F. & M. E. Symonds, Seagrove Villas, St. Kilda, by the composer, George R. G. Pringle (Melbourne: J. Wilkie, [c. 1863]); and three later editions

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/5977915 

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-164973433 (2nd edition DIGITISED)

Salve regina, composed for and dedicated to Mr. W. Furlong by G. W. R. G. Pringle; MS, 1868

Original at State Library of Victoria

http://search.slv.vic.gov.au/permalink/f/1cl35st/SLV_VOYAGER1226492 

Photocopy at the National Library of Australia

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/12160895 

ASSOCIATIONS: William Romauld Furlong (choir leader, St. Francis's church, Melbourne)


Other sources:

Orpheus by J. Offenbach, opera di camera, as performed at Mr. G. R. G. Pringle & Herr L. Collin's subscription concerts, on June 27th, 1870 (Melbourne: Clarson, Massina and Co., 1870)

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/27266995 

ASSOCIATIONS: Leopold Collin

MUSIC: Orpheus in the underworld (Offenbach)


Bibliography and resources:

James D. Brown and Stephen Stratton, British musical biography (Birmingham: S. S. Stratton, 1897), 328

https://archive.org/details/britishmusicalb00brow/page/328/mode/2up (DIGITISED)

Pringle, George Robert Grant, organist and conductor, born in London, May 26, 1833 [sic]. Chorister, St. Paul's Cathedral, 1841-51, and pupil of John Goss and George Cooper, Went to Victoria. Australia, in 1858. Appointed organist and conductor of Melbourne Philharmonic Society. Founded and conducted the Musical Union, which brought forward many promising singers, and produced, for the first time in Australia, Mendelssohn's Psalm 42; Spohr's "God, Thou art Great"; Leslie's "Judith," and other works. As organist of St. Peter's, Melbourne, Pringle, in 1863, trained and introduced the first surpliced choir in the colonies. He died, January, 1873, when on a visit to Leipzig.

ASSOCIATIONS: St. Paul's cathedral, London; John Goss (organist, composer); George Cooper (organist)

W. A. Carne, A century of harmony: the official centenary history of the Royal Melbourne Philharmonic Society (Melbourne: Royal Melbourne Philharmonic Society, 1954)

https://webarchive.nla.gov.au/awa/20140215050353/http://www.rmp.org.au/downloads/files/Carne.pdf (DOWNLOAD PDF TRANSCRIPT FROM PANDORA)

Enid Noel Matthews, Colonial organs and organ builders (Melbourne: Melbourne University Press, 1969), 74-75, 111, 113, 116, 123, etc.

G. R. G. Pringle, Australian and New Zealand College of Organists

https://www.anzco.org/grg-pringle 

"St. Andrew's, Brighton", Wikipedia

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/St_Andrew's_Church,_Brighton 




PRINGLE, Charles Lempriere (Charles Henry Lempriere PRINGLE; pseud. by 1872, C. H. TEMPLETON, Charles TEMPLETON)

Bass vocalist

Born Port Arthur, VDL (TAS), 29 May 1847; son of James Jones PRINGLE (1815-1870) and Mary Earle LEMPRIERE (1829-1847)
Married Margaret BIRKMYRE, Hobart, TAS, 6 Jul 1867
Died (suicide) Geelong, VIC, 15 April 1889

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-R-2.php#PRINGLE-Charles-Lempriere (shareable link to this entry)

PRINGLE, Lempriere (Henry Lempriere PRINGLE; Lempriere PRINGLE)

Vocalist

Born Hobart, TAS, 8 June 1869; son of Charles Lempriere PRINGLE and Margaret BIRKMYRE
Died London, England, 23 October 1941

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-R-2.php#PRINGLE-Lempriere (shareable link to this entry)


See also:

TEMPLETON, Ethel (Ethel TEMPLETON)

Pianist (daughter of Charles TEMPLETON and Nellie LAMBERT)

TEMPLETON, Mrs. (Mrs. Travis FALCONER) = Nellie LAMBERT (Ethel)


THIS ENTRY IS A STUB ON PERSONNEL FIRST ACTIVE IN AUSTRALIA AFTER 1860


Documentation:

[Advertisement], The Mercury (21 December 1869), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article8862962

"MR. CHARLES L. PRINGLE", The Mercury (4 December 1871), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article8867496

Mr. Lyster, we are glad to say, has engaged Mr. C. L. Pringle, who lately made his first appearance in opera here, in the part of Don Jose, in Maritana, and has now joined the English Opera Company. We have already expressed our opinion of this young artist's powers, which are such as will, cultivated with care, do credit to him and the company ...

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (9 December 1872), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13320807

"TASMANIANS AHEAD AGAIN", The Mercury (24 November 1875), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article8941299

"MELBOURNE", Bendigo Advertiser (6 June 1882), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article88629940

Mrs. Margaret Pringle seeks to he divorced from her husband Charles Lempriere Pringle, a gentleman well-known in musical circles, and has taken the preliminary legal steps towards annulling the marriage. The undue attachment of the respondent to a young lady who is not altogether unknown to votaries of the tuneful nine, is understood to have prompted Mr. Pringle to take the above step.

"COLONIAL TELEGRAMS", South Australian Weekly Chronicle (16 December 1882), 10

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article93131477

Melbourne, December 12, In the Divorce Court, Margaret Pringle obtained a dissolution of marriage from her husband, C. L. Pringle, better known as Templeton, the operatic artist, on the grounds of his adultery with Miss Lambert, the well known contralto.

"A THEATRICAL DIVORCE SUIT", Newcastle Morning Herald (18 December 1882), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article141017516

"SUICIDE OF A WELL-KNOWN VOCALIST", The Argus (16 April 1889), 6

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article6239376

An operatic singer, named Charles Templeton, committed suicide at about a quarter to 4 o'clock this morning by cutting his throat from ear to ear, at the Eagle Hotel, Corio street. He went to the hotel on Sunday evening and told Mr. Brown, the landlord, that he was hard up, and had walked from Melbourne on foot in search of employment. Mr. Brown, on seeing Mr. Templeton, recognised him as an old friend whom he had not seen for seven years, and invited him to the hotel. It appeared during the course of a conversation that Templeton had had some disagreement with his family, and had left Melbourne for Geelong with the view of obtaining some assistance from his uncle, Dr. Lempriere. It also transpired that Mrs. Templeton, a professional vocalist, had gone up country with a theatrical company and was travelling under her maiden name of Miss Lambert. After spending two hours talking with Mr. Brown, rationally and cheerfully, Templeton retired to bed. At the hour named the landlord was awakened by hearing a heavy thud in the room occupied by Templeton, which was next to his, and hurrying to the room was horrified at finding Templeton Lying in a pool of blood with his throat cut. It appeared that the deceased must have cut his throat while sitting on the bed, and on growing weak from the loss of blood bad fallen on the floor. The razor used by the deceased was found on the dressing-table, about three feet away from the stains. The deceased was dying when the landlord entered, and expired before medical aid could be obtained. An inquiry will be held to-morrow.

"TASMANIAN VOCALIST IN ENGLAND", The Argus (29 June 1891), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article8640195

The Carl Rosa Opera Company has concluded an engagement with Mr. Pringle, vocalist, of Hobart, who has for some time post been studying in England. Mr. Pringle's father was for many years well known on the operatic stage in Australia as Mr. C. H. Templeton.

"MUSICAL JOTTINGS", Examiner (16 March 1901), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article35392636

"OLD PROGRAMMES", The Central Queensland Herald (23 May 1935), 14

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article70354791

"DEATHS", The Mercury (26 October 1914), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article10390713

"TASMANIAN SINGER. DEATH OF LEMPRIERE PRINGLE", Evening News (27 October 1914), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article114239573




PRINZ, George (George PRINZ; Georg PRINZ; M. PRINZ; Herr PRINZ)

Musician, bass vocalist, violin and viola player, orchestra leader, chorus master, orchestrator, arranger

Born Germany, c. 1823
Arrived Melbourne, VIC, April 1853 (per Woodstock, from London, 7 December 1852, aged "30")
Active Melbourne, VIC, by May 1853; ? until May 1856

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=George+Prinz+musician+c1853-56 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-P-2.php#PRINZ-George (shareable link to this entry)


Summary:

George Prinz, aged 30, arrived in Melbourne on board the Woodstock in April 1853, in a company of German "gentlemen", including the musician Charles Elsasser, and Alexander Fellinger, who later settled in Ballarat. With Fellinger, Prinz advertised to sell off or let two iron houses they had imported; and meanwhile, with Elsasser, advertised the formation of Gesang Verein.

Under the musical direction of Charles Braid, Prinz was leader of the band at the opening of the Braid brothers' new assembly rooms in May 1853, where he introduced what may have been his own German quadrille and Braid's Acacia polka, as well as imported works like The opera schottische by Youens, and an old English favourite, Matthew Peter King's overture to Timour the Tartar.

Prinz disappears from record in Melbourne in 1854, having perhaps left town for the goldfields. He is notably absent from the Melbourne Philharmonic Society orchestra list for the Exhibition concerts at the end of that year, to which he might otherwise have contributed.

As a solo bass vocalist, Prinz made "his first appearance in Melbourne" in February 1855, performing Schubert's The wanderer, as well as singing in duets and ensembles with soprano Elizabeth Testar, and tenor William Power, and other members of the so-called German Amateur Glee Club, probably the public manifestation of the 1853 Gesang Verein. In July 1855, he was listed as both a viola player and chorus master for the opening of John Melton Black's Theatre Royal, and was again listed among the orchestra in December

In May 1856, he not only led the orchestra for Catherine Hayes's farewell performance of Rossini's Stabat Mater, but also reportedly orchestrated the work from a piano score. He and Frederick Strebinger shared the orchestral honours at Hayes's second and last farewell concert a week later.

Prinz was last documented advertising another meeting of the Verein at the end of May 1856.


Documentation:

? Register of the Caledonia Lodge, No. 246, Manchester, 1851; Museum of Freemasonry

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/60620/images/43970_ugl^cf^b^1837-00207 (PAYWALL)

[1851] Sep. 11 / Prinz / George M. / [resident] Manchester / Musician / 17/- / 1 excluded

List of passengers per Woodstock, from London, 7 December 1852, for Port Phillip, 27 April 1853; Public Record Office Victoria

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/1635/images/30796_125448__0036-00111 (PAYWALL)

Fellinger Alex'r / 25 / Gentleman / German
Prinz Geo'e / 30 / [Gentleman] / [German]
Boehler Henry / 26 / [Gentleman] / [German]
Flautwater Jos'h / 27 / [Gentleman] / [German]
Wymsley Chas / 27 / [Gentleman] / [German]
Elsasser Chas / 34 / [Gentleman] / [German]
Herrgath Fredk / 28 / [Gentleman] / [German]
Riegg Michael / 29 / [Gentleman] / [German] . . .
Reeman Randolphus / 29 / Musician / German . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Charles Elsasser (musician); Henry Boehler (musical amateur)

[Advertisement], The Argus (11 May 1853), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4792490 

LAND TO BE LET for erecting tents in a dry and lofty situation, 300 yards from, the Benevolent Asylum, North Melbourne, and about ten minutes' walk from Williams or King streets. Terms 5s. per week; apply to the proprietors, Messrs. Fellinger, Prinz, and Co., who live on the spot.

[2 advertisements], The Argus (11 May 1853), 12

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4792494 

GESANG VEREIN. - Die beiden unterzeichneten, welche in Besitz einer ausgezeichnet en Sammlung von Männerchören sind, weiden einen deutchen Gesangverein gründen, zu welchem bereits Anmeldungen gemacht worden sind.
Freunde des Gesngen Können die nähern Bedingungen erfahren bei Mr. Gross 47, Chancery Lane.
- Prinz and Elsaesser.

GLEE CLUBS. - Two eminent German Professors of Music, who have lived a number of years in England, are going to form glee clubs, or singing classes for gentlemen, to be held in the evening.
They may be joined by those who have no previous knowledge of music, as well as by those who have some proficiency in singing.
The lessons of the former will be held separately, and will be chiefly devoted to the cultivation of the voice, the art of reading, and the rudiments of music in general.
The lessons of the latter will be principally devoted to the practice of glees, of which the advertisers possess an excellent collection.
None but very respectable parties will be accepted.
For particulars apply to Mr. Gross, 47, Chancery-lane.
The advertisers will also give separate lessons to ladies and gentlemen, in Piano and Singing.

[Advertisement], The Argus (19 May 1853), 12

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4792758 

MELBOURNE ASSEMBLY ROOMS, Russell-street, corner of Little Collins-street.
Open every Evening from half-past Eight to half-past Eleven. Under Distinguished Patronage. THE Proprietors of the above new and elegant rooms, beg most respectfully to announce to the inhabitants of Melbourne and its vicinity that they purpose giving a grand Opening Ball, at the above rooms, in celebration of Her Majesty's Birthday, on Tuesday evening, the 24th inst., to commence at half-past eight precisely . . . The Band engaged for the establishment comprises the first talent of Melbourne, and will be under the immediate direction of a well known public favorite. Gentlemen are particularly requested to appear in appropriate costume.
Musical Director, Mr. C. Braid; Leader of the Band, Herr Prinz; Master of Ceremonies, Mr. J. Braid . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Charles and John Braid (dancing masters)

[Advertisement], The Argus (24 May 1853), 12

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4792882

MELBOURNE ASSEMBLY ROOMS . . .
GRAND OPENING BALL. In celebration of Her Majesty's Birth-day, on Tuesday Evening, the 24th May, inst. . . . THE BAND Engaged for the establishment, comprises the first talent of Melbourne, and will be under the immediate direction of Mr. Charles Braid . . .
Leader of the Band - Herr Prinz.
Master of the Ceremonies - Mr. J. Braid.

MELBOURNE ASSEMBLY ROOMS,
PROGRAMME for THIS EVENING.
PART I.
1. Overture - Beatrice di Zenda [Tenda] - Bellina [Bellini].
2. Quadrille - English - Jullien.
3. Polka - Lola Montes - Paul Henrion.
4. Valse - Charmes de l'Hiver - Schubert.
5. Quadrille - Lancers - Duval.
6. Schottische - Opera - Youens.
7. Gallope - Fortuna - Labitzky.
8. Valse a deux temps - Faust - C. D'Albert.
An interval of fifteen minutes.
PART II.
9. Polka - Acacia - Chas. Braid.
10 Quadrille - German - Prinz.
11. Gallope - Grenadier.
Guards - M. Lardelli.
12. Valse - Somnambula - J. Strauss.
13. Country Dances - National.
14. Schottische -New - C. D'Albert.
15 Quadrille - Victoria - Chas. Czerny.
16. Gallope -Sturm Marsch - Bilse.
17. Finale - National Anthem.

[Advertisement], The Argus (25 May 1853), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4792916 

FOR Sale or Rent, a corrugated Three-roomed Iron House, lined with wood measuring 18 feet by 14; apply to Mr. Prinz, Victoria-road, 100 yards from the Benevolent, Asylum.

[Advertisement], The Argus (30 May 1853), 12

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4793060 

BRAID'S ASSEMBLY ROOMS . . .
The following is the Programme for Monday Evening, May 30th, 1853.
PART I.
Overture - Timour the Tartar - M. P. King.
Quadrille - Heidelberg - D'Albert.
Valse a deux temps - Fairest of the Fair - D'Albert.
Polka - Trumpet - Koenig.
Quadrille - German - Prinz
Galope - Venetian - Strauss
Schottische - Opera - Youens.
An interval of fifteen minutes.
PART II.
Operatic Selections - Favorita - Donizetti.
Polka - Walhalla - Wade.
Quadrille - Echo - Murand [Musard].
Gallope - Grenadier Guards, by particular desire - Lardeill [Lardelli]
Valse - Nightingale - Lanuer [Lanner]
Schottische - Parisien - Etting.
Quadrille - English - Julien. [Jullien]
National Anthem.

[Advertisement], The Argus (14 June 1853), 10

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4793530 

FOR Sale or Rent. - Two superior corrugated iron houses lined with wood, most comfortable dwellings. Containing two and three rooms. Apply to Mr. Prinz, Victoria-road, near the Benevolent Asylum.

[Advertisement], The Argus (12 February 1855), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4804293 

GRAND PROMENADE CONCERT. of Vocal and Instrumental Music, Exhibition Building, in aid of the Sufferers by the late Fire at Sandridge . . . on Thursday evening next, February 15th . . .
By the kind permission of the commanding officers of the 40th and 12th Regiments for the first time in the Colony, the combined performances of the two military bands
The band of the 40th Regiment
The band of the 12th Regiment . . .
Mrs. Testar . . .
Mr. C. Young . . .
Mr. Johnson
Mr. Callen
Mr. Prinz
Mr. Power
Mr. Elsasser.
The German amateur Glee Club . . .

[Advertisement], The Argus (15 February 1855), 7

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4804424

GRAND PROMENADE CONCERT . . . in aid of the Sufferers by the late Fire at Sandridge . . . on Thursday evening next, February 15th . . .
VOCAL PERFORMERS
Mrs. Testar (her first appearance since her return from Hobart Town).
Mrs. D'Alton.
Miss Edwards.
Herr Prinz (his first appearance in Melbourne)
Mr. C. Young.
Mr. Power.
Herr Martin, amateur.
Herr Todt, amateur.
The German Amateur Glee Club.
Conductor on the Piano - Herr Elsasser.
PROGRAMME. Part I . . . 2. German Glees: German Amateur Glee Club . . .
6. Duett: "O my Beloved," Mrs. Testar and Herr Prinz (first time in this colony) - Nicolai . . .
Part II . . . 9. Grand Introduction to the Opera, "Don Juan" - Mozart.
The first time performed in this colony by Mrs. Testar, Herr Prinz, Herr Martin, and Herr Todt . . .
5. Glee - "Spring's Delights," Mrs. Testar and Mrs. Edwards, Herr Prinz and Mr. Power - Mulher . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Henry Johnson, master of the Band of the 40th Regiment; Douglas Callen, master of the Band of the 12th Regiment; Elizabeth Testar (soprano vocalist); William Power (tenor vocalist); Charles Young (actor, vocalist)

[Advertisement], The Argus (10 July 1855), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4811575 

THEATRE ROYAL, Melbourne. Grand Opening of THE THEATRE ROYAL, Bourke-street
ON MONDAY NEXT, JULY 16th. Under the Sole Management of MR. John BLACK . . .
Orchestra, Mr. B. Thom - Conductor
Herr Strebinger - Leader . . .
Messrs. King and Radford - 1st violins
Messrs. Moore and King - 2nd do.
Messrs. Thomas and Prinz - Tenors
Mr. Gover - Double bass
Messrs. Prinz [sic, Henry Prince] and Stewart - Cornets . . .
Chorus Master: Herr Prinz
Chorus Mistress: Mrs. Chester
Stage Manager: Mr. Charles Poole . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: John Melton Black (proprietor); Bream Thom (conductor); Frederick Strebinger (leader); Edward King (first violin); Herbert Thomas (viola); Marian Maria Chester (chorus mistress); Charles Poole (stage manager)

[Advertisement], The Argus (21 December 1855), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4826305

MRS. THOM to the undersigned and Gentlemen of the Theatrical and Musical Profession in Melbourne . . . my very sincere thanks for the handsome testimonials of your esteem and regard with which you have presented me . . .
I remain, Very faithfully yours, ELIZA THOM . . .
Catherine Hayes . . . Maria Carandini . . .
[orchestra] J. Lavenu; F. Strebinger; F. Coppin; H. Berg; - Sundborg [Lundborg]
- Prinz; E. D. King; A. Moore; H. Johnson; H. Kohler; H. B. Gover; P. Thomas; Hurlerbein [Huenerbein]
Kohler; A. Plock; J. Murrell; G. Naughton; R. Ilsay . . .
Melbourne, December 19th, 1855.

ASSOCIATIONS: Catherine Hayes (vocalist); Eliza Thom (actor); Lewis Henry Lavenu (musical director); Frederick Coppin (violin); Charles Berg (trombone); John Lundborg (clarinet); Franz Kohler (horn); Andrew Moore (violin); Henry Gover (double bass); August Huenerbein (musician); Adam Plock (musician)

[Advertisement], The Argus (29 March 1856), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4834189 

DEUTCHE Gesangsfreunde versammelt euch nächsten Sonntag Abend, in 113 Collins-street east. Prinz.

"MISS HAYES'S CONCERT", The Argus (6 May 1856), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4837149

. . . The Exhibition building was well filled last evening with the patrons of Miss Catherine Hayes. His Excellency the Acting Governor and suite were present and the vice-regal party were loudly cheered on entering the building A small but efficient orchestra under the direction of M. Prinz - to whom the public are indebted in this instance for the production of Rossini's music as he scored the whole of the orchestral parts from the only pianoforte copy to be had - rendered the introductory music to the great satisfaction of everybody. The quartette and chorus "Stabat Mater" was deliciously sung and in our opinion, is one of the choicest bits in the work . . .

"MISS CATHERINE HAYES' FAREWELL CONCERT", The Age (13 May 1856), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article154864414 

Miss Hayes appeared for the last time before a Melbourne audience, at the Exhibition Building, on Monday night, before a brilliant audience of not less than sixteen to eighteen hundred persons . . . In the previous concert Miss Hayes treated her audience with a display of her extraordinary abilities in the highly dramatic music of Rossini's "Stabat Mater;" on this occasion she judiciously arranged her first part to consist of selections from the less florid "Creation" of Haydn, and the sublime "Messiah" of Handel. The band, under the able conduct of Herr Strebinger and M. Prinz, was exceedingly effective, and rendered the overtures and accompaniments in most brilliant style. The first part opened with a very pleasing overture "II Turco," by Bernard Romberg . . .

[Advertisement], The Age (26 May 1856), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article154861001 

DEUTSCHE VEREIN. - Heute Abend, Montag, Versammlung im Hauseder Herren Prinz and Becker, 113, Collins-street east.

ASSOCIATIONS: Philip Becker (carpenter)




PRITCHARD, Osgood (Osgood PRITCHARD; Mr. O. PRITCHARD; Mr. PRITCHARD; Osgood Gee PRITCHARD)

Amateur flautist, flute player, architect, surveyor

Born Surrey, England, 1821; baptised St. Peter, Walton on the Hill, 25 November 1821; son of William PRITCHARD and Sarah WILDS
Arrived Melbourne, VIC, 15 November 1845 (per Abberton, from London, 5 August)
Departed Melbourne, VIC, by c. 1872/73
Died Sydenham, London, England, 28 June 1902, aged "80"

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Osgood+Pritchard+1821-1902 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

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Documentation:

Baptisms solemnized in the parish of Walton on the Hill in the county of Surrey in the year 1821; register, 1813-85, page 18; London Metropolitan Archives

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/4772/images/40761_312080-00239 (PAYWALL)

[1821] Nov'r 25th / Osgood son of / William and Sarah / Pritchard / Walton / Rector of the Parish of Walton on the Hill Surrey . . .

[Advertisement], The Port Phillip Patriot and Morning Advertiser (28 November 1845), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article226314679 

WE, the undersigned cabin passengers per barque Abberton, from London, beg to return you our sincere thanks . . .
O. PRITCHARD, A. V. SUTER, J. OLDMAN.
To Captain W. J. PURCHASS, Barque Abberton.

"CONCERT", The Argus (17 November 1848), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4769685

Mr. Megson's annual concert took place last evening, and was as numerously attended as could have been expected from the very unseasonable weather. The performance was creditable and included the overtures of the Bondman and Les Diamans de la Couronne; a beautiful flute solo, most admirably played by Mr. Pritchard, a very good duett by Messrs. Anderson and Megson, and two capital glees. Mrs. Wallace was the only female singer, and although often much out of tune, she acquitted herself better than on her last public appearance.

ASSOCIATIONS: Joseph Megson (violin); James Henri Anderson (piano); Caroline Wallace (vocalist)

"THE CONCERT", The Argus (20 April 1849), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4768754

. . . Mr. Megson so far opened his heart, as again to favour us with one of his brilliant fantasias on the violin, which, of course was rapturously applauded, and encored; an honor also both deserved and accorded to Mr. Pritchard's beautiful solo on the flute, both the songs of Mr. Griffiths, and one of those by the German gentleman . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Joseph Griffiths (vocalist, violin)

"THE CONCERT", The Argus (11 December 1851), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4782179

. . . The programme for to night contains a solo on the Flute, which, we hear, is to be given by Mr. Pritchard, and to any one who has heard that gentleman, it is unnecessary to say that his single solo is worth the price of admission to the whole . . .

? "NOTES AND NEWS", South Bourke Standard (17 December 1869), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article66842812 

There is a good and varied programme for this evening's entertainment at the Town-hall, Kew, in aid of the Benevolent Asylum building fund . . . music by Mr. Stevens; duets by Messrs. Jenvey and Akhurst; and a flute solo by Mr. Pritchard. Mr. H. J. Heuty will preside

? "NOTES AND NEWS", South Bourke Standard (31 December 1869), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article66842835 

. . . The rest of the music consisted of performances on the piano by a lady, and a splendidly-played flute solo by Mr. O. Pritchard . . .

"DIED", The Argus (13 August 1902), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article9084200 

PRITCHARD. - On the 28th June, at Box Moor, Tredown-road, Sydenham, London, Osgood Pritchard, aged 80.




PRITCHARD, Charles (Charles PRITCHARD)

Bandmaster (H.M.S. Galatea)

Active Australia, 1867-68, ? 1869-70

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-P-2.php#PRITCHARD-Charles (shareable link to this entry)

THIS ENTRY IS A STUB ON PERSONNEL FIRST ACTIVE IN AUSTRALIA AFTER 1860


Summary:

Pritchard and one of his bandsman, John Harding, witnessed the attempted assassination of prince Alfred, commander of the Galatea, in Sydney in March 1868, and testified in the ensuing inquiry and trial. The band of the Galatea performed on shore at many functions during the visit.


Documentation:

[Advertisement], The Mercury (23 January 1868), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article8850155

. . . "THE LOVER AND THE BIRD," Vocal Mazurka, as played by the Band of H.M.S. "Galatea."

[Advertisement], Empire (6 March 1868), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article60851032 

"THE MAGISTERIAL INQUIRY", Empire (14 March 1868), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article60851246

"The Attempted Assassination of the Prince", Empire (17 March 1868), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article60851386

Charles Pritchard deposed. - I am bandmaster on board H.M.S. Galatea. I and the rest of the band were at the Sailors' Home Picnic at Clontarf. The last witness is one of our bandsmen. He handed me a revolver. I saw a person advance towards the Prince and fire a pistol at him. We always keep our eyes on the Prince when he is out in public. I saw a man fire, and ran up to him. I could not identify prisoner. I was the second person that advanced to prisoner. I ran up and seized him by the back of the head, and the pistol fell. I took the pistol from Harding and gave it to the nearest officer of the ship, Lieutenant Bradley . . .

"THE DUKE OF EDINBURGH PRELIMINARY MAGISTERIAL INQUIRY", The Australasian (28 March 1868), 20

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article137571407

"TRIAL OF THE PRISONER H. J. O'FARRELL", The Sydney Morning Herald (22 April 1868), 7

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13165036

"ON BOARD THE GALATEA", The Inquirer (3 March 1869), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article66034049

Votes and proceedings of the Legislative Assembly [NSW] during the season of 1869 (Sydney: Thomas Richards, 1869), 340

http://books.google.com.au/books?id=ST41AQAAMAAJ&pg=PA340

"GENERAL NEWS", The Express and Telegraph (15 November 1870), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article207729092 

Mr. Marshall, of Rundle-street, has just published "The Lover and the Bird," Polka Mazurka. During the visit of the Duke of Edinburgh this polka was a great favorite with the Galatea Band, and was generally understood to he the composition of the Band master. Great enquiry having been made for it, Mr. Marshall succeeded in getting a MS. copy, and it now appears in print for the first time. It is very neatly got up by Sims, of Gawler-place.

ASSOCIATIONS: Samuel Marshall


Musical works:

The lover and the bird polka mazurka (Adelaide: S. Marshall, 1870)

https://trove.nla.gov.au/version/39863667 

http://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-170769201 (DIGITISED)

Based on P. D. Guglielmo's popular song; see:

http://levysheetmusic.mse.jhu.edu/collection/035/059 (DIGITISED)




PRITCHARD (PRITCHARD; ? William PRITCHARD)

Convict, vocalist, church singer

Active Parramatta, NSW, c. 1825

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-P-2.php#PRITCHARD-convict (shareable link to this entry)


Documentation:

? [Tickets of leave], The Sydney Gazette and New South Wales Advertiser (18 September 1823), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2182235 

Glatton, H. M. S. - William Pritchard, do [duplicate] . . .

HRA, series I, volume 11, 736 (inquiry into charges against James Ring, August 1825)

https://archive.org/details/historicalrecord00v11aust/page/736/mode/2up (DIGITISED)

SUSAN PRISCILLA BISHOP . . . Cross-examined . . . Mr. Kenyon and one or two of the Singers at the Church have been in the habit of attending at Mr. Marsden's family worship. It is not, that I am aware, a common understood thing that any respectable person may attend at Mr. Marsden's Worship on a Sunday evening. I know a person named Pritchard. He is a Ticket of Leave Man, and he was one of the Singers. I know a man named Newsome. He was a Singer . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Samuel Marsden (clergyman), Joseph Kenyon (singer); James Ring (singer); John Newsome (singer); St. John's church, Parramatta


Bibliography and resources:

William Pritchard, per Glatton; Convict records

https://convictrecords.com.au/convicts/pritchard/william/104773 




PROBAYNE, John (John PROBAYNE)

Musician, bandsman (band of the 40th Regiment)

Active Melbourne, VIC, 1859

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-P-2.php#PROBAYNE-John (shareable link to this entry)

ASSOCIATIONS: Band of the 40th Regiment (second tour)

NOTE: No Probayne appears in the regimental paylists around 1859


Documentation:

"CORONER'S INQUESTS", The Age (29 November 1859), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article154878898 

. . . John Probayne, sworn: I am in the band of the 40th regiment. On passing the Bush Inn, in Elizabeth street, on Friday night last, a drunken man came staggering down. He came in contact with a box I was carrying and fell on the pavement. No one pushed him. I had both my hands engaged with the music and instruments . . .

"FATAL ACCIDENT, THROUGH INTEMPERANCE", The Argus (29 November 1859), 6

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5692625 

. . .John Pronague [sic], a soldier in the 40th Regiment, deposed that, whilst carrying a box in Elizabeth street, he remembered a drunken man staggering up against him and falling. No one pushed him, and he lay on the pavement. Witness had both his hands engaged at the time in carrying the box and an instrument. James Hirrgston, one of the band of the 40th, corroborated the previous evidence . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: James Herrgston




PROCTOR, Nicholas (Nicholas PROCTOR; Mr. PROCTOR)

Flute player

Born c. 1830; son of Charles PROCTOR
Active Adelaide, SA, by 1859
Married (1) Susannah WISHART, Unitarian church, Adelaide, SA, 3 August 1867
Married (2) Annie MIDDLETON, Adelaide, SA, 1886
Died North Adelaide, SA, 9 September 1898, aged 68

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Nicholas+Proctor+d1898 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

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PROCTOR, Susannah (Mrs. Nicholas PROCTOR [1]) = Susannah WISHART

Vocalist

PROCTOR, Annie (Mrs. Annie MIDDLETON; Mrs. Nicholas PROCTOR [2])

Vocalist

Married Nicholas PROCTOR, Adelaide, SA, 1886
Died Adelaide, SA, 28 July 1917


Documentation:

? England census, 30 March 1851, St. Bartholomew, Salford, Manchester; UK National Archives, HO107/2224/381/35

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/8860/images/30859_A008119-00047 (PAYWALL)

16 Seddon St. / Mary Proctor / Head / Widow / 46 / Housekeeper / [born] Colne Lanc.
Nicholas [Proctor] / Son / 21 / Cashier / [born] Ireland . . .
Susan / 18 // William / 16 // Charles / 14 // [all born Ireland] // Harry / 11 // Robert / 8 [both born] Manchester Lanc. . . .

"THE HANDEL FESTIVAL", Adelaide Observer (16 April 1859), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article158127006 

. . . The total number of the choir was close upon 70. The following is a list of the instrumental performers with the instruments which they severally played upon: - Violins - Chapman, White, Lower, King, Schrader; viola - Schrader; violoncellos - Lillywhite, Allen, Marshall; double bass - Betteridge, Schrader; flutes - Proctor, Spiller; clarionets - Heydecke, Sumpse [Sumsion], Clisby; harmonium - Light; saxe horns - Vincent, Wheatley; cornopean - Wheatley.
Misses Pettman, Tozer, and Rowe were the principal female voices of the evening, Madam Anna Cranz being prevented from singing by an extremely severe cold. Messrs. Daniel and Ball were the principal male voices. Mr. Linger was the conductor and Mr. Chapman leader, while Mr. Daniel filled the important office of choral-master on the occasion. The oratorio selected was the " Messiah," the greatest of all Handel's compositions . . .

"HANDEL COMMEMORATION FESTIVAL", South Australian Register (18 April 1859), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article49904207

The centenary of the decease of the immortal Handel was seized by the members of the Adelaide Sacred Harmonic Society as a befitting opportunity for bringing before the music-loving portion of the community two of that eminent composer's principal oratorios . . . The "Messiah" and "Alexander's Feast" were the compositions selected . . . The first part of the commemoration took place on Wednesday, the 13th inst., in White's large concert room; and the second on the following evening . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Carl Linger (conductor); William Chapman (violin, leader); Josiah Daniel (tenor vocalist, chorus master); Emanuel Spiller (flute); Heinrich Schrader (violin); Richard Baxter White (violin); William Lillywhite (cello); Samuel Marshall (cello); Henry Betteridge (double bass); Theodore Heydecke (clarinet); Redford Clisby (clarinet); Mary Ann Pettman (later Mrs. Smart) (vocalist)

"THE NORWOOD PHILHARMONIC SOCIETY", The South Australian Advertiser (20 July 1861), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article875538

On Friday, the 19th instant, the first concert of this Society was held at the Town Hall, Norwood . . . Before the commencement of the entertainment, Mr. B. T. Finniss, M.P., ascended the platform and addressed a few remarks to the audience . . . He said he might remark that the Society originated only in February last, and not under the most encouraging circumstances, as there were many difficulties the promoters had had to oppose them . . . Mr. Finniss, in conclusion, mentioned that Messrs. Chapman and Compton had generously volunteered their services in organising the choir. After a few other remarks, Mr. Finniss announced the first piece - an overture, finely performed by the band. The four pieces of the first part consisted entirely of sacred music, selected from Haydn and Handel . . . The second part consisted entirely of secular music; the gem of the whole, in our estimation, was the fine old English madrigal, "Down in a flowery vale," performed by the entire choir, which was excellent, the only suggestion occurring to us being that an addition to the basso voices would have been an improvement. After this followed a song by Mrs. Smart, which was most deservedly encored . . . But we cannot omit to notice the superior performance of Mr. Betteridge on the contra-basso, Mr. Proctor on the flute, and Mrs. Wishart as soprano.

ASSOCIATIONS: Boyle Travers Finniss (politician, musical amateur); Charles Henry Compton (musician)

"NORWOOD PHILHARMONIC SOCIETY", The South Australian Advertiser (22 October 1861), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article878936 

On Monday evening the Norwood Philharmonic Society gave their second grand concert . . . The performance commenced with an introduction by the band, which was followed by Handel's chorus, "Sing unto God," sung by the whole company, comprising seven female and 14 male voices, and 11 instrumental performers, viz. - one cornopean, Mr. Mcculloch; one clarionet, Mr. Sumsion; two flutes, Messrs. Spiller and Proctor; five violins, Messrs. Chapman, Finniss, Chapman, jun., and Schrader; one bass viol, and one double bass . . . Mr. Proctor then played a flute solo by Clinton, with a quartette accompaniment, which was also encored. Glover's Duet, "A Voice from the Waves" was then sung by Mrs. Smart and Mrs. Wishart . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Robert McCullagh (cornopean); William Sumsion (clarinet)

MUSICL John Clinton (English flautist and composer)

"NORWOOD PHILHARMONIC SOCIETY", South Australian Register (19 February 1862), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article40468561 

On Tuesday evening the Norwood Philharmonic Society gave its third concert of vocal and instrumental music at the Town Hall . . . Mr. Chapman acted as conductor and leader, and a gentleman named Price, who has recently arrived in the colony [sic], presided very efficiently at the pianoforte. The whole strength of the orchestra consisted of about 30 vocalists and instrumentalists. The performances commenced with the overture from Boieldieu's opera "La Dame Blanche" . . . A full chorus followed; after which Mrs. Wishart warbled forth the "Queen's letter" most sweetly. The star of this lady's popularity is evidently in the ascendant. Mr. Proctor next performed a solo on the flute very cleverly. This gentleman has evidently what is technically known as a "good lip," and his execution is much above the ordinary standard . . .

"MARRIED", The Express and Telegraph (5 August 1867), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article207671427 

PROCTOR - WISHART. - On the 3rd of August, at the Unitarian Christian Church, by the Rev. J. C. Woods, B.A., Mr. Nicholas Proctor to Zannah, relict of the late Mr. Wishart.

"ALDINGA, DECEMBER 7", The South Australian Advertiser (10 December 1867), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article28802949 

. . . At 8 o'clock, a miscellaneous concert came off in Mr. Butterworth's mill; this was to many the principal treat, but the length of my letter urges me not to go much further; suffice it to say, that several duets sung by Mrs. Proctor (formerly Mrs. Wishart) and Mr. Chapman were received with loud applause and rapturously encored, whilst Mr. Proctor's flute playing was deservedly admired and highly appreciated . . .

"POLICE COURTS. THIS DAY [Before Mr. S. Beddome, P.M. . . .]", Evening Journal (4 December 1882), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article197778795 

Nicholas Proctor was charged with threatening the life of his wife, Susannah Proctor, on Friday, December 1. Complainant was being examined, when Proctor interrupted several times. His Worship - "Hold your tongue, Proctor!." Defendant - "All right, Beddome!" His Worship - "Remanded until to-morrow; he is not in a fit state to go on with the case."

"POLICE COURTS. TUEDSAY, DECEMBER 5 [Before Mr. S. Beddome, P.M.]", South Australian Weekly Chronicle (9 December 1882), 13

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article93129027 

Nicholas Proctor was charged on remand with threatening to "smash" his wife. Defendant did not deny uttering the threat complained of, but mentioned that he never intended to carry it into execution. Ordered to enter into his own recognizance in the sum of £20, and to find two sureties of £10 each to keep the peace for three calendar months.

"THE LATE MR. N. PROCTOR", Evening Journal (13 September 1898), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article199941083 

Many friends and the musical public generally will learn with regret of the death of Mr. Nicholas Proctor, already noted. He was known for many years as the principal flautist in the Theatre Royal Orchestra, and also in connection with oratorio concerts. Failing health compelled him to abandon all outside engagements, but devotion to his art led him to practise at home, and he was always ready to score and transpose music for choral and other Societies without fee or reward. For over forty years he worked in the Government Printing Office. He was twice married. His first wife was Mrs. Wishart, an accomplished vocalist. His second, who is equally well known, was leader of sopranos connected with Sir Charles Halle's famous musical organizations in Manchester, a similar position she held for twelve years at St. Lawrence's, North Adelaide, and of that Church she has been Organist for over two years. The funeral took piace at West-terrace Cemetery on Sunday afternoon . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Charles Halle

"RETIRING PRINTERS", The Register (17 June 1925), 10

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article54914089 

Three interesting personalities in the printing profession of South Australia will retire from the Government Printing Office on June 30, at 70 years of age, as required by the Public Service Act. These are Mr. Arthur Hawker (overseer of the binding department) . . . Mr. Hawker . . . entered the service of the Government Printer to learn his trade as a binder apprentice on August 24, 1868 . . . When he entered the service, Mr. W. C. Cox was in charge of the department, and Mr. E. Spiller, who was then overseer, afterwards became Government Printer . . . [among his 5 fellow workers at the time was] . . . Nicholas Proctor (who was for many years the well-known flautist in the Theatre Royal Orchestra, when Mr. Schroeder [sic, Schrader] was conductor) . . .




PROST, James Cornelius (Jacobus Cornelius PROST; James Cornelius PROST; J. C. PROST)

Pianist, musical amateur, later professor of music

Born Netherlands, c. 1824
Arrived (1) Sydney, NSW, by March 1855
Departed (1) Sydney, NSW, 19 June 1857 (per European, for Malta)
Married Teresa RADLEY, Birkenhead, England, 29 September 1858
Arrived (2) Melbourne, VIC, 25 March 1859 (per Lightning, from Liverpool, 6 January
Departed (2) Sydney, NSW, ? by c. 1869
Died Omskirk, Lancashire, England, 1876 (1st quarter)

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=James+Cornelius+Prost+c1824-1876 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-P-2.php#PROST-James-Cornelius (shareable link to this entry)


Summary:

On his return to Australia in 1859, Prost took up his appointment as vice consul in NSW for the Netherlands, and from 1865 consul-general in succession to his business partner George Kölher. He disappears from record in Sydney after 1869, having suffered two insolvencies, personally in 1866, and in his partnership with Kölher in 1867.


Documentation:

[Advertisement], Empire (3 March 1855), 12

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article60176853

THE UNDERSIGNED have This Day entered into partnership under the firm of PROST, KOHLER AND CO., General Merchants and Importers of Produce from Holland and the Dutch East India Possessions.
T. C. PROST [sic],
GEORGE KOHLER.
Circular Quay, Sydney, 1st March, 1855.
Reference. - Messrs. Flower, Salting, and Co.

"To the Editor of the . . .", Empire (18 March 1856), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article60175188 

SIR - I trust I am not asking too much in requesting you to find space in your columns for a few remarks on the critique which appeared in the Empire of to-day relative to my friend and countryman, Mr. Paling, having "introduced an aria from Lucia de Lammermoor into a fantasia from Masaniello."

I take leave to state Mr. Paling did not play Masaniello, or any part of it; but instead, the Fantasia of Lucia de Lammermoor, of Emile Prudent. If any blame is attached to Mr. Paling, it is from his unauthorized alteration of the programme, and not for doing what the gentleman whose elaborate criticism supposes he did. The said critic must be lamentably deficient in musical knowledge, or he would have known the difference between Thalberg's fantasia of Masaniello and Emile Prudent's fantasia of Lucia de Lammermoor.

The compliments and comparisons in the latter part of the criticism must, of course, stand for nothing, seeing the profound ignorance of music betrayed in the beginning. If the critic be an Englishman, I should advise him to read with attention the following lines from a poet of his own country: -

All you who week to give and merit fame.
And justly bear a critic's noble name.
Be sure yourself and your own depth to know.
How far your judgment, sense, and learning go.
Plunge not beyond your depth, but be discreet.
And mark the point where sense and dulness meet.

Being, myself a foreigner, and not sufficiently conversant with the English language to write so clearly as I could wish, I trust, Mr. Editor, to your well-known indulgence to strangers such as myself to make allowance for any inaccuracies in this, as well as for its length,
And remain, Sir. your obedient servant.
J. C. PROST.
Sydney, March 17, 1856.

NOTE: The review in question, "MADAME BISHOP'S MATINEE MUSICALE", Empire (17 March 1856), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article6017514 

ASSOCIATIONS: William Henry Paling (pianist, violinist); Anna Bishop (vocalist)

MUSIC: Fantaisie sur Lucia di Lammermoor (Prudent); Fantaisie sur La muette de Portici [Masaniello] (Thalberg)

"SYDNEY PHILHARMONIC SOCIETY. ROUGH MEMS. BY OUR MUSICAL CRITIC. - 1st. April, 1856", The People's Advocate and New South Wales Vindicator (5 April 1856), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article251548210 

. . . 4 - Duet - Piano Forte and Violin. Sonata in F. Beethoven. This was a most brilliant performance on both sides - by Messrs. Paling and Prost. It was universally applauded and deservedly so. There was, however, one slight fault, on the part of Mr. Prost, and a common error which most accompanyists fall into. He occasionally drowned the violin by playing too lustily . . .
Part Second . . .
3. - Solo, Violin - Fantasie Caprice. This was most exquisitely rendered by Mr. Paling, and in this instance he was most successfully accompanied by Mr. Prost. It is a most brilliant composition, and was most brilliantly played . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Sydney Philharmonic Society (the last concert of the season, 1 April 1856)

MUSIC: Violin sonata in F (Spring) (Beethoven); Fantaisie caprice (Vieuxtemps)

"NOTES OF THE WEEK. Saturday, 4th April, 1857", The Sydney Morning Herald (6 April 1857), 5.

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12993830 

On Tuesday, it was officially announced that Mr. George Kohler has assumed office as Consul for the Netherlands, for New South Wales, and had appointed Mr. J. C. Prost to be his Vice-Consul at Sydney.

"SYDNEY PHILHARMONIC SOCIETY" Empire (18 April 1857), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article60278725 

The annual meeting of the Sydney Philharmonic Society was held on Thursday evening, at the Society's Practice Rooms, in Jamison-street, Mr. Plunkett, M.L.C., the President of the Society, took the chair . . . During the past year, six concerts have been given, at all of which the best music of the masters has been performed by the orchestra, now numbering 25 performers. Solos have been performed by M. Hauser, E. Boulanger, E. Deane, Herr Prost, Mr. Sloper, and Mr. Wheeler, with eminent success . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: John Hubert Plunkett (chair); Miska Hauser (violin); Edward Boulanger (piano); Edward Smith Deane (cello); Frederick Sloper (sax horn); Stephen Wheeler (cornet)

"THE R. M. S. EUROPEAN", The Sydney Morning Herald (18 June 1857), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12997195 

. . . She leaves to-morrow, at 8 a.m., with the following list of passengers . . . For Malta: Mr. Prost . . .

"Gehuwd", Nieuwe Rotterdamsche courant (1 October 1858), 3

https://resolver.kb.nl/resolve?urn=ddd:010115837 

Birkenhead, 29 September 1858, J. C. PROST en Miss. RADLEY.

Sands' Sydney directory for 1865 (Sydney: John Sands, 1865), 285

https://archives.cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au/nodes/view/1898990 

Prost, James C. (Prost, Kölher and Co.), 193 Macquarie-street
Prost, Kölher and Co. (Prost, J. C; Kölher, George), merchants, Spring-street

England census, 1871, Walton, Lancashire; UK National Archives, RG 10/3834/114/29

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/7619/images/LANRG10_3833_3835-0349 (PAYWALL)

4 Church Street / James C. Prost / Head / 47 / Professor of Music / [born] Holland
Teresa [Prost] / Wife / 36 / - / [born] Chester Bidstow
Mary / 10 // Teresa / 7 // Elizabeth / 6 / [all born] Australia




PROTHENBACK, Christian (Christian PROTHENBACK)

Musician, bandsman, Burton's Band

Active SA, 1856

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-P-2.php#PROTHENBACK-Christian (shareable link to this entry)


Documentation:

"MOUNT BARKER", South Australian Register (7 November 1856), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article49761874

Jacob Young, Jacob Düne, Conrad Sander, Heinrich Rodenbout, Carl Leonhardt, Daniel Müller, and Christian Prothenbuck, known as "Burton's Band", appeared to answer the complaint of Mr. Henry Burton, for that they having contracted to serve the said Henry Burton as musicians, and having entered into his service, did neglect and refuse to fulfil the same.

ASSOCIATIONS: Henry Burton (proprietor); Jacob Young (musician); Jacob Düne (musician); Conrad Sander (musician); Heinrich Rodenbout (musician); Daniel Müller (musician); Burton's Band (group)




PROUT, John Skinner (John Skinner PROUT)

Visual artist

http://nla.gov.au/nla.party-1769257 (NLA persistent identifier)

PROUT, Maria Heathilla (Mrs. John Skinner PROUT) see Maria Heathilla MARSH



PROVOST, Mary (Mary PROVOST; Miss PROVOST; "Mrs. Samuel COLVILLE"; Mrs. Colville)

Actor, vocalist

Born Brooklyn, NY, USA, 27 January 1833; daughter of James Calyer PROVOST (1793-1869) and Jane KERSHAW
Married (? common law) Samuel COLVILLE, by c. 1857
Arrived Melbourne, VIC, 28 September 1857 (per Vaquero, from San Francisco, 5 August, aged "24")
Departed Sydney, NSW, 2 March 1861 (per Star of Peace, for London)
Died by c. 1874-75

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Mary+Provost+b1833 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

http://nla.gov.au/nla.party-1585493 (NLA persistent identifier)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-P-2.php#PROVOST-Mary (shareable link to this entry)


Documentation:

List of passengers arrived at Melbourne, 28 September 1857, from San Francisco, aboard the San Francisco [sic, Vaquero]; Public record Office Victoria

https://prov.vic.gov.au/archive/3B05F129-F96C-11E9-AE98-27F6998F8082?image=49 (DIGITISED)

. . . Mr. & Mrs. Colville / 31 / 24 . . . Foreign . . .

"SHIPPING INTELLIGENCE. HOBSON'S BAY . . . ARRIVED", The Argus (29 September 1857), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article7139445 

September 28. - Vaquero, American schooner, 370 tons, F. A. Newell, from San Francisco 5th ult. Passengers - cabin: Miss Mary Provost; Messrs. . . . Colville . . . and eighteen in the steerage. Newell, Hooper, and Stevens, agents.

ASSOCIATIONS: Samuel Colville (actor, manager)

"THE CHARLIE NAPIER THEATRE", The Star (8 December 1858), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article66332643 

. . . After the overture to La Gazza Ladra, excellently performed by M. Fleury's orchestra, Miss Provost appeared as Andy Blake, in the "Irish Diamond." This lady, though her true womanly nature clings to her in whatever part she represents, yet acted with great success, and her song of "Whiskey in the Jug," was encored . . .

MUSIC: There's whiskey in the jug (song)

[News], Empire (19 November 1859), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article64093209 

Mary Provost's performances at the Prince of Wales Theatre, last evening, were well attended . . . Considering what we have seen encored, we were considerably disgusted, that her charming delivery of her very pretty song of "Unnumbered Kisses," met with no such response . . .

MUSIC: Unnumbered kisses (song, arranged J. L. Schmitz)

"DEPARTURE OF MISS MARY PROVOST", The Sydney Morning Herald (2 March 1861), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13053532 

Last night Mr. Samuel Colville, late manager of the Prince of Wales and Victoria Theatres, took a farewell benefit at the Royal Victoria Theatre, now under the direction of Mr. Joseph Rayner. Miss Mary Provost and Mr. McKean Buchanan, two leading stars, appeared in conjunction . . . Miss Mary Provost, after a highly successful career in these colonies as a first-class actress, leaves this day for London. Mr. Colville also proceeds to Europe in the Star of Peace . . .

"SYDNEY", The Age [Melbourne, VIC] (5 March 1861), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article154890117 


Bibliography and resources:

Dramatic biography of Mary Provost, the most versatile actress of any age, with authentic documents, opinions of the press of the United States of America and the Colony of Victoria (Sydney: James Fryer, 1859)

https://books.google.com.au/books?id=AZBVHQAACAAJ (DIGITISED)




PUGH, Charles Edward (Charles WALSH PUGH) = performed as Charles WALSH

Vocalist, actor




PUGH, Edward (Edward PUGH; PUE; PEW)

Convict (First Fleet), carpenter, fiddler

Born Shropshire, England, 22 March 1860; baptised Saint Chad's, Shrewsbury, 9 April 1760; son of David PUGH and Elizabeth HAMMER
Arrived Sydney Cove, NSW, January 1788 (per Friendship, 7 years)
Married Hannah SMITH, Sydney, NSW, 1788
Died Windsor, NSW, 30 November 1837

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-P-2.php#PUGH-Edward (shareable link to this entry)


Summary (after Jordan 2012):

First fleet convict, Edward Pugh, joined the NSW Corps in 1800; variously a carpenter and a farmer, he was listed as a "fiddler" in the annual muster at Windsor in September 1822.


Bibliography and resources:

Robert Jordan, "Music and civil society in New South Wales, 1788-1809", Journal of the Royal Australian Historical Society 98/2 (December 2012), (193-210), 201

http://search.informit.com.au/documentSummary;dn=060857840144157;res=IELHSS (PAYWALL)

Edward Pugh, Australian royalty

https://australianroyalty.net.au/tree/purnellmccord.ged/individual/I75688/Edward-Pugh 

Edward Pugh, Convict records

https://convictrecords.com.au/convicts/pugh/edward/129271 




PULLAR, Mr. (? John PULLAR; ? Adam PULLAR)

Music teacher, vocalist, keyboard player (seraphine), music retailer

Born Gourock, Renfrewshire, Scotland, c. 1810 (Adam) or c. 1811 (? John)
Active Melbourne, Port Phillip District, NSW (VIC), by August 1839
? Died (Adam) Melbourne, NSW (VIC), 29 July 1845 (aged "35")

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-P-2.php#PULLAR-Mr (shareable link to this entry)


Summary:

Adam Pullar was certainly in Victoria by 1839, and "Pullar Brothers" first advertised together in April 1840.

John Pullar's probably somewhat earlier marriage (? c. 1850) to Margaret Nowlan (or Nolan) was registered in Melbourne in 1853, before they sailed for England on the Argo on 19 August. A John Pullar, aged 50, born Paisley, Renfrewshire, was listed as proprietor of a (? public) house in Gourock, in the 1861 Scottish census, along with his wife Margaret, 38, and son Adam, 3.


Documentation:

[Advertisement], Port Phillip Patriot and Melbourne Advertiser (26 August 1839), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article228130379 

MR. PULLAR, PROFESSOR OF MUSIC, And Member of the Philharmonic and Anacreontic Society. INTENDS giving instruction upon the Piano, Flute, Singing, and the Violin. For Cards, &c. apply at the Office of this paper. Pianofortes Tuned.

"TO HIS HONOR CHARLES JOSEPH LA TROBE", Port Phillip Patriot and Melbourne Advertiser (7 October 1839), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article228128905 

[list of signatories] . . . Adam Pullar . . .

[Advertisement], Port Phillip Patriot and Melbourne Advertiser (23 December 1839), 10

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article228130034 

MR. PULLAR HAS received two Square Piano Fortes, with additional Keys, by Broadwood; also; a selection of new Music, which he will dispose of. M. P. continues to give instructions upon the Piano Forte, Singing, and the Violin, Piano Fortes tuned. Albion Cottage, Little Collins street.

"COLONIAL INTELLIGENCE. THE ORATORIO", Portland Guardian and Normanby General Advertiser (28 January 1843), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article71569009 

The grand Oratorio under the patronage of his Honor the Superintendent, for which preparations had been making for several weeks past, was held in the Wesleyan Chapel, Collins-street, last Monday evening. The pieces selected for performance were from Handel, Mozart, and Haydn; and, considering that the performers were amateurs, except Mr. Clarke under whose very able management the whole was conducted, exceedingly well executed. Mr. Clarke's performance on the organ, whose rich and deep tones he so well succeeded in drawing forth, was the admiration of all, as well as the pieces sung by Dr. Sandford and Mr. Pullar. The choruses sung by Messrs. Heape and Vaughan, together with the performance of Miss Gale and Miss Edwards, gave general satisfaction . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: William Clarke (organist); Charles Vaughan (vocalist)

[Advertisement], Melbourne Times (1 July 1845), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article226924247 

New Stationery and Music Warehouse.
THE undersigned will open this day their Warehouse (between the Royal Hotel and, Mr. Cooper's Medical Hall, in Collins-street), with an extensive variety of paper in all its different branches, best English parchment, various sizes, account books in great variety, and an extensive assortment of plain and fancy stationery.
They have also a choice selection of popular music, with a few first-rate pianofortes, the whole being well worthy the attention of purchasers.
JOHN PULLAR & CO.
Melbourne, 26th June, 1843.

[Advertisement], Port Phillip Gazette (14 May 1845), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article224812856 

A GRAND CONCERT WILL BE HELD At the Hall of the Mechanics' Institution, FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE MELBOURNE HOSPITAL, On WEDNESDAY, June 4 . . .
Tickets to be had of . . . Mr. John Pullar, Stationer, Collins-street . . .

"DEATH", The Melbourne Courier (30 July 1845), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article226362537 

On the 29th current, at his residence, Little Bourke-street, Adam Pullar, Esq., merchant, eldest son of William Pullar, Esq., Gourock.

[Advertisement], The Melbourne Courier (19 January 1846), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article226363878 

Music and Stationery Warehouse. Ex-Royal George. ON. SALE by the undersigned - flutes, octaves, violins, flageolets, clarionets, accordeons, key bugles, cornopians, violin strings, bows, bridges, and pegs, guitar strings, backgammon boards, new music, with a general assortment of plain and fancy stationery, a quantity of new and standard works; also, a variety of English and Roman Catholic bibles, testaments, prayer-books, and catechisms. JOHN. PULLAR & CO. Collins-street, 17th January, 1846.

[Advertisement], The Melbourne Argus (26 October 1847), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article255638607 

IT being the intention of Mr. Frederick Ellard, junior, (of Sydney) to remain some period in Melbourne, he has determined (by the advice of his friends) on giving Lessons upon the Pianoforte, and also in Singing.
Further particulars may be had, on application to MR. JOHN PULLAR, Collins-street; or, to MR. READ, Artist, Corner of Market-square.

ASSOCIATIONS: Frederick Ellard (musician)

[Advertisement], Port Phillip Gazette and Settler's Journal (24 April 1848), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article223154111 

EX "ANNE MILNE." JUST RECEIVED NEW MUSIC From the latest Operas, pianoforte, double bass, Violincellos, violins, tenors, flutes, octaves, fifes, clarionets, bugles, horns, &c., &c., in great variety.
J. PULLAR & CO. Stationery Music Warehouse, Collins-street, West.

[Advertisement], The Argus (12 August 1853), 12

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article255611829 

NOTICE is hereby given, that the partnership hitherto subsisting between us, the undersigned John Pullar and James John Blundell, carrying on business as booksellers and stationers in Collins-street, in the city of Melbourne, under the style or firm of John Pullar and Co., has this day been dissolved by mutual consent. All debts due to or by us in respect of our late partnership are to be respectively received and paid by the undersigned James John Blundell. Dated at Melbourne, the 10th day of August, 1853.
J. PULLAR, JAMES J. BLUNDELL.
Witness - Charles Palmer, clerk to Messrs. Duerdin and Bronckhorst, Solicitors, Melbourne.

"'SHIPPING INTELLIGENCE . . . CLEARED OUT", The Argus (20 August 1853), 6

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4795920 

August 19 - Argo, s. steamship, 1236 tons, George Hyde, for Southampton Passengers . . . Mr. and Mrs. Pullar and family . . .


Bibliography and resources:

"EARLY MUSICAL CELEBRITIES. By EDWARD C. O. HOWARD", The Argus (17 May 1924), 25

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4357362 

. . . On January 9, 1843, an oratorio was performed at the Wesleyan Church, in Collins street, under the patronage of His Honour the Superintendent, when recitals were given on the organ which had been procured, about the first in the colony. Mr. Clarke was the organist on the occasion, but Mr. Pullar's song was considered the gem of the evening . . .

"OLD TIME MEMORIES. ST. JAMES'S OLD CATHEDRAL. By Edward C. O. Howard", The Australasian (27 September 1924), 68

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article140761611 

. . . On November 9 of the same year [1839] the foundation stone of the first Episcopalian Church in Port Phillip was laid . . . At the service held in the temporary wooden building on the day the foundation-stone was laid Mr. Puller [sic] played on a seraphine (not a harmonium) during the singing of the psalms and hymns . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: St. James's old cathedral, Melbourne; Edward Cussens Ormond Howard (1839-1934)

Graeme D. Rushworth, Historic organs of New South Wales (Sydney: Hale and Iremonger, 1988), 54

. . . The foundation stone of the present St. James' Church (now known as St. James' Old Cathedral) was laid by Superintendent La Trobe on 9 November 1839. At the service held in the temporary wooden church on the day of the ceremony, one of the Pullar brothers (merchants, of Little Collins Street) accompanied the psalms and hymns on a seraphine.




PULLEN, George (George PULLEN; Mr. G. PULLEN; Mr. PULLEN)

Amateur vocalist, choir leader, conductor, musical director (Launceston Sacred Harmonic Society)

Born Margate, Kent, England, 7 July 1821; baptised Wesleyan church, Hobart, VDL (TAS), 10 April 1824; son of Jesse PULLEN and Harriet KINGSNORTH
Arrived Hobart Town, VDL (TAS), 22 November 1822 (per Christiana)
Married Harriet Eliza HIGGS, Hobart Town, VDL (TAS), 11 March 1848
Active Launceston, TAS, from 1856
Died Launceston, TAS, 14 March 1899

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=George+Pullen+1821-1899 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-P-2.php#PULLEN-George (shareable link to this entry)


Documentation:

Wesleyan church baptisms, 1824, Hobart; Tasmanian names index; NAME_INDEXES:1079346; RGD32/1/1/ no 1711

https://stors.tas.gov.au/NI/1079346 

https://stors.tas.gov.au/RGD32-1-1$init=RGD32-1-1-P092 (DIGITISED)

[No.] 15 / 1824 April 10th / George male / [born] Margate, Kent, July 7th 1821 / [son of] Jesse Pullen [and] Harriet Pullen late Kingsworth Spinster / Hobart Town / Blacksmith . . .

[Arrivals], Hobart Town Gazette and Van Diemen's Land Advertiser (23 November 1822), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article1089803 

The two arrivals this week from England bring the following Passengers, 96 in number, viz.: . . . Per Christiana . . . Mr. and Mrs. Pullen and 2 children . . .

1848, marriages in the district of Hobart; Tasmanian names index; NAME_INDEXES:837052; RGD37/1/7 no 1923

https://stors.tas.gov.au/NI/837052 

https://stors.tas.gov.au/RGD37-1-7$init=RGD37-1-7P205 (DIGITISED)

[No.] 79 / 11th March 1848 In the private house of Mr. Biggs Melville Street Hobart Town / George Pullen / 25 years [sic] / Clerk / Bachelor / and Harriet Eliza Biggs / 20 years / Spinster . . . / according to the Rites and ceremonies of the Wesleyan Church . . .

"SACRED HARMONIC SOCIETY", Launceston Examiner (22 November 1856), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article36299684 

This Society, which has been established rather more than three month, gave a rehearsal, which was numerously attended by the friends of the members, at Tamar-street Chapel on Thursday evening. Mr. George Pullen, the musical director of the society, prefaced the performance by deprecating criticism, on account of the short time the society had been in existence. He had wished himself to have postponed for some time longer the appearance of the society in public, but he had been overruled by the members. In addition to other disadvantages to which new societies were subject, they had not had the benefit of a professional director. He desired to notice, for the purpose of giving it an unequivocal contradiction, a report that the society was got up in opposition to the Philharmonic society; on the contrary he had always made it his study in the direction of the society to imitate the method adopted by the Philharmonic; and he felt that the Sacred Harmonic Society would never reach the perfection at which they aimed until it could secure the services of a gentleman, who possessed in a far greater degree than himself, the musical knowledge, the artistic judgment, and the refined taste of a Mr. Adams, (applause.) After explaining that the selection they were about to offer was a very unambitious one, Mr. Pullen said one object the members held in view in having the rehearsal, was to induce others to join.

PART 1ST.
GLEE. - "Forgive blest shade - Dr. Calcott.
Resurrection - "Lo! he cometh: the Messiah comes." Words Henry Kirke White - Hawkins.
The Waterfloods. - "God of my life to thee I call - Herrin.
Zion. - "How beauteous are their feet - Matthews.
PART 2ND.
Now Year's Ode. - "Stand still refulgent orb of day" - Anon
"Thou art gone to the grave" - Beethoven.
The Promised Land. - "On Jordan's stormy banks I stand" - Anon.
Melchizedek. - "Thou dear Redeemer, dying Lamb"
Dismission - "Lord dismiss us with thy blessing" - Anon.

The rehearsal, considering the society is in its infancy, was very satisfactory; and after such rapid progress, the society bids fair with longer practice and increased strength, to be highly successful. The performance of the various pieces on Thursday night, was evidently appreciated by the audience.

On the conclusion of the rehearsal, Mr. Henry Stephens explained the character of the society. All persons of good character were eligible for membership, and were proposed, and elected by a majority. The gentlemen were expected to pay 2s. 6d. entrance fee, and 1s. per month afterwards. The ladies they were glad to receive free of charge (applause). The Society had to acknowledge the services rendered by Mr. Pullen; and the kindness of the Rev. Mr. Price, in permitting them to use his chapel on that occasion. The chief aim of the society was to improve congregational singing, and it was composed to a great extent of members of different denominations. Another object of the society was to afford means of wholesome recreation. A committee was appointed some months since to consider the subject of public recreation; he had not heard with what result. He trusted the time was not far distant when the members of the Philharmonic and Sacred Harmonic Societies would be called upon to give concerts in aid of the Benevolent Society and Cornwall Hospital; he felt confident the call would not be made in vain. (Applause.)

ASSOCIATIONS: John Adams (musician); Launceston Philharmonic Society (organisation); Launceston Sacred Harmonic Society (organisation)

"CONCERT OF THE LAUNCESTON SACRED HARMONIC SOCIETY", Launceston Examiner (18 April 1857), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article36301123 

According to announcement the members of this society gave a concert in the Assembly Room on Thursday evening, in aid of the funds of the Town Mission. We were glad to notice that the audience was a very large one, both hall and gallery being crowded by respectable inhabitants. In fact we do not recollect a larger audience at any previous concert; over four hundred tickets were taken at the door. The members of the society made an imposing display on the platform, thirty eight voices taking part, under the leadership of Mr. Pullen, the conductor of the society. Miss Sharp presided at the harmonium. Messrs. Sharp and McIvor played the violin accompaniments, Mr. Sharp, sen., basso; that gentleman having also we understand assisted in the arrangements for the concert. Messrs. Legg and Lewis performed a flauto obligato.

The following was the programme:
FIRST PART.
Anthem - "O praise God in his holiness" - John Weldon.
Avon - C. W Bannister.
Zion - W. Matthews.
Swiss Morning Hymn - Franz Abt.
Anthem - "Lord of all power and might" - Rev. W. Mason.
Anthem - "Blessed be thou" - Kent.
SECOND PART.
Holy Lord - arranged from - Mozart.
Second Advent - J. Shoubridge.
Anthem - "Although the Fig Tree" - J. Beaumont.
Litany - "By thy birth and early years" - C. Rider, Esq.
Wake the song of Jubilee - Hadyn.
Italian Chorale - Holiest breathe an evening blessing"

The whole of the pieces were fairly executed, some of them, especially the anthems, very creditably indeed, one "Although the Fig Tree" - was encored. We were certainly surprised at the progress manifested since the rehearsal we had the pleasure of attending a short time back. In some of the pieces a want of confidence, - perhaps of power - was apparent; but that is a defect which time can remedy. Without intending to be critical (for we consider such a society appearing in public for a disinterested object, must deprecate, certainly does not court criticism), we may perhaps be allowed to say that some of the voices - we noticed one tenor in particular - require severe discipline. In another society with similar objects this matter is we believe regarded as of primary importance; but with time, study, and practice, the Sacred Harmonic Society will we venture to think establish a high character. We do not forget that its conductor and members are non-professional, and they are entitled to high praise. We need hardly say that the concert gave general satisfaction. Everybody we should think was pleased. It is obvious from the largeness of the audience that such entertainments are extremely popular. We cannot help admiring the spirit (some people would perhaps call it boldness in so young a society) manifested by the members in appearing thus publicly, not, however from vanity, but for the advantage of a useful institution; and both societies (we include the Philharmonic) having thus made a successful beginning, we trust they will often afford the community the gratification to be derived from similar concerts. If they were not given for charitable objects a charge sufficient to cover expenses would be paid with pleasure.

ASSOCIATIONS: Thomas Sharp (violin); Mr. McIver (violin); William Sharp (double bass); Miss Sharp (harmonium)

"LAUNCESTON SACRED HARMONIC SOCIETY", Launceston Examiner (4 July 1857), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article36301752 

The half-yearly meeting of the above Society was held on Thursday evening, 2nd July, 1857. The President, Mr. Stephens, occupied the chair. The proceedings of the evening commenced by the Chairman calling upon the Secretary, Mr. Cowl, to read the report.

Report of the Launceston Sacred Harmonic Society, July 2, 1857.

Your Society was inaugurated, rules passed, a committee appointed, a conductor chosen, and periodical meetings held. Your society commenced practice March 20, 1856, under many disadvantages. The few persons that were prominent in its formation had difficulties of various kinds to encounter. There appeared no probability of your society becoming so popular, so beneficial to the community, so gratifying to its members, in so short a time, for on account of the continual difficulties necessary to be overcome, it became a question whether your endeavors would be crowned with success. But the effort was made, notwithstanding the difficulty in securing a person capable of conducting, in procuring music and many other things connected with its management.

Such is a brief outline of the commencement of your society, and it must be a source of gratification (not only to those who were foremost in its formation) but every member when they look back to its infancy and compare the past with the present cannot but be reminded of the fact that the day of small things should not be despised. This society has come forward by giving two musical entertainments, the first a private rehearsal, the second a public concert, held in the Cornwall Assembly Rooms, before an audience of about 500 persons, given in aid of the funds of the Town Mission.

The number of ladies admitted into your Society - 28
Ditto gentleman ditto - 58
Total number of members admitted - 86
Number of ladies regular in attendance - 22
Ditto gentlemen ditto - 40
Total number of members regular in attendance - 62
The financial affairs of your Society are very encouraging, taking into consideration the small amounts paid in as contributions.
Amount of money received - 31 19 10
Amount of money expended - 28 17 2
Balance in hand as per Treasurer's account - 3 1 10.

It was unanimously resolved that the report read be adopted, and that a vote of thanks be given to the officers and committee for the efficient manner in which they have conducted the affairs of the society. The President, for himself, the officers, and committee, returned his sincere thanks for the honor conferred. He would remark that special thanks were due to Mr. Pullen, the conductor, for his exertions, and reminded the meeting that the conductor had commenced an elementary class, which had been well attended notwithstanding the inclemency of the weather; - such a class it was certain would be beneficial to the advancement of the society in particular, and to the community in general. Special thanks were also due to Mr. Thomas Sharp, who had rendered professional assistance, and also to Mr. Kenworthy, who had labored hard since the formation of the society. It was a fact well known to every member, that the officers and committee had been untiring in their exertions, and that between them and the society there existed a mutual obligation - inasmuch that the efforts of the committee would have been vain had they not received the co-operation and support of the members generally. They had four or five honorary members, who paid the usual subscription as a mark of sympathy and support, and it would be well if gentlemen were to assist the society by their presence and patronage; and while the talented and wealthy of the town would not be degraded by co-operating with and supporting such a society, yet it became available for any class of the community and within the reach of all, seeing that the subscriptions were so small - only two shillings and sixpence entrance fee, and one shilling per month subscription and even out of such small sums the report showed a balance in hand after paying all the expenses of working the society.

The following officers were then chosen:
Mr. Thomas Sharp, President.
Mr. George Pullen, Conductor.
Mr. Wm. Gurr, Treasurer.
Mr. R. Cowl, Secretary.
Commitee. - M. Kenworthy, Mr. Stokes, Mr. Stephens, Mr. Caseley, Mr. A. Hart.

The meeting closed by practising compositions from Handel, Mozart, and others.

"AMALGAMATION OF THE MUSICAL UNION AND THE CECILIAN HARMONIC SOCIETY", Launceston Examiner (3 June 1862), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article41453627 

A meeting, consisting of between fifty and sixty members of both these societies, was held at the Mechanics' Institute last Tuesday evening, for the purpose of carrying out the amalgamation which has been under consideration for some time past. It was unanimously resolved that the two societies should combine under the name of "The Launceston Musical Society." Mr. A. J. Marriott was chosen President; Mr. Thomas Sharp, Conductor; Mr. Robert Sharp, Organist; Mr. George Pullen, Secretary; Mr. G. Hubbard, Treasurer; and the following members were appointed a Committee of Management: - Messrs. Harvey, Wm. Sharp, Kenworthy, G. Castley, S. Joscelyne, and Fitzgerald. On the termination of the formal business, Mr. Thomas Sharp took the baton and led the Now Society through the beautiful chorus, "The Heavens are telling." We understand that the members are to meet for practice on one evening in every week.

ASSOCIATIONS: Arthur J. Marriott (president); Robert Sharpe (organist); Samuel Joscelyne (member)

"RAILWAY CONCERT", Launceston Examiner (11 April 1866), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article36633887 

The Amateur Concert in aid of the funds of the Northern Railway League took place last evening in the large hall of the Mechanics' Institute. The attendance was large, including many visitors from the country; and altogether the room presented a very brilliant appearance. A moderate computation gives the assemblage at over five hundred. It would he invidious on an occasion of this sort to particularise individuals when all performed their parts so well, and therefore we simply append the programme:
Part 1. - 1. Overture - Organ (Occasional Oratorio), Handel; 2. Kyrie Eleison and Gloria (Mass in C, No. 1), Mozart; 3. Aria, "Rolling in foaming billows," Haydn 4. Aria, "With Verdure Clad," Haydn; 5. Chorus, "Tasmanian Anthem" (words by Rev. R. K. Ewing) music by John Adams.
Interlude. 1. Adagio, organ (symphony in C), Mozart; 2. "What will they say in England," Hobbs; 3. Duett, pianoforte.
Part 2. - 1. Glee, "Hark, the Curfew's solemn sound," Attwood; 2. Ballad, "Hearts and Eyes," Kuchen; 3. Song, "Nought can I feel " (Ernani), Verdi; 4. Song, "Sing, birdie, sing," Ganz; 5. Duett, "I heard a voice," Glover; 3. Song, "Blind girl to her harp, Glover; 7. Song, "Death of Nelson," Braham; 8. National Anthem, organ.
We must not omit to say that Mr. George Pullen officiated as conductor, and the Rev. W. A. Brooks presided alternately at the organ and pianoforte. Altogether the concert was a great success, and we shall not be surprised to learn that it will be repeated at no distant date.

"LAUNCESTON PHILHARMONIC SOCIETY", Launceston Examiner (25 May 1866), 2

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. . . The Rev. R.K. Ewing was elected President; Mr. George Pullen, Conductor . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Robert Ewing (president)

"OBITUARY", Launceston Examiner (15 March 1899), 5

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Another old and respected resident of Launceston, Mr. George Pullen, passed away at his residence yesterday morning. Deceased, although ailing for some time, was only confined to his house for a couple of weeks. He was born in England in 1818 [sic], and was the eldest son of the late Mr. Jesse Pullen, who emigrated with his family to Tasmania, arriving in Hobart in 1822. Deceased resided at the capital until 1839, when he removed to New South Wales, also visiting Queensland. He returned to Hobart in 1846, and married the eldest daughter of the late Mr. Abraham Biggs, then residing at the capital. Mr. Pullen entered farming pursuits at the Huon, but in 1852 he came to Launceston. The next year he entered the Savings Bank as accountant, and on the retirement of the late Mr. Henry Dowling, in 1868, was appointed actuary. Owing to failing health he retired in 1887, and an appreciation of his valued services were recorded in the minutes of the bank. He was succeeded by Mr. J. C. Cathcart, who occupies the position at present. He was an old supporter of the Mechanics' Institute, and in 1871 succeeded Mr. Dowling as treasurer, a position he has since occupied.

In 1883 [and 1884] Mr. Pullen contributed a series of articles to this journal under the title "Reminiscences of Tasmania," [sic, "Early days of Tasmania"] and was frequently heard taking part in the discussion of public questions through the press. Deceased was esteemed both in business and private life for his kindly and upright character. Though of a somewhat retiring disposition, his warm heart and generous instinct led him to take a keen interest in religious and social movements of an elevating character. Mr. Pullen leaves a widow, but no family. The funeral will leave his late residence, "Riverside," Patterson-street, at 4 p.m: to-day.




PULLEN, William Toft (William Toft PULLEN; W. T. PULLEN)

Call boy, Royal Victoria Theatre, Sydney; theatrical memorist

Born NSW, 29 November 1834; baptised St. Peter's, Campbelltown, January 1835; son of Hely PULLEN (c. 1802-1868) and Sarah TOFT (1805-1864)
Married Charlotte HOY (1835-1923), Liverpool, NSW, 1855
Died Woolgoolga, NSW, 27 September 1917

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Documentation:

"The Australian Stage. To the Editor of the . . .", Australian Town and Country Journal [Sydney, NSW] (10 September 1898), 6

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article71317538 

Sir, - In your issue of August 20 I notice in your "Answers to Questions" columns a paragraph stating that Vincent Wallace is said to have composed "Maritana" when living in a house in Castlereagh-street, Sydney. I have no doubt this is correct. I am certain he was in Sydney at that time; that is, in 1844 to 1845 or 1846. He was one of the musicians in the orchestra of the old Victoria Theatre, and Mrs. Wallace was one of the stage performers at the same time. As far as my memory serves me, Mrs. Guerin was the first "Maritana," the two brothers Frank and John Howson playing with her, and John Gibbs, the leader of the orchestra. My first recollections of the Victoria Theatre go back to when Mr. Thos. Sims was manager. That was in 1842 or 1843. After him came Mr. Lazar; then John Gordon Griffiths, the best all-round man I ever saw on the stage. I can recolleet Mr. Coppin singing his first "Billy Barlow," and old Mrs. Gibbs, the wife of the leader of the orchestra, singing the "Grand Fancy Ball," composed Just after one of - if not the first - Mayor's fancy dress ball. I was only a youngster then, but with both Mr. Vincent Wallace and his wife I was a favorite, and seeing his name in your paper brought home pleasant old recollections!
- Yours, etc.,
W. T. P.
Woolgoolga.

ASSOCIATIONS: Of course, it was not William Vincent Wallace (who left NSW in 1838) that Pullen recalled here, but Spencer Wellington Wallace and his wife Caroline Wallace; other of his memories are reliable, however; Royal Victoria Theatre (Sydney); Theodosia Guerin (vocalist); John Howson (vocalist); Frank Howson (vocalist); Eliza and John Gibbs (vocalist and orchestra leader); Thomas Simes (actor, manager); John Lazar (actor, manager); John Gordon Griffiths (actor, manager); George Coppin (actor, vocalist)

"MUSICAL & THEATRICAL MEMORIES. WHEN 'MARITANA' WALLACE WAS IN SYDNEY", Sunday Times (21 February 1909), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12659642

W. T. Pullen writes : - "In a recent issue of the 'Sunday Times,' under the heading of 'Musical Memories,' the names of Madame Sara Flower, John and Frank Howson, Madame Carandini, and Mrs. Guerin (afterwards Mrs. Dick Stewart) were mentioned.

"Now I can go back to the last of the thirties, at the old Victoria Theatre in Pitt-street, Sydney. Mrs. Gibbs, the wife of the leader of the orchestra, was one of the principal singers. I recollect her singing at the Grand Fancy Ball. It was some short time after the Mayor of Sydney's Grand Fancy Ball, and that being the first of the kind in Sydney, it was made much of. Her song was the craze all over the city. The Howsons - John and Frank - came to Sydney with Signor and Madame Carandini and Mrs. Stirling and her daughter in the forties. Frank was married, and had a family, and for some years lived in Pitt-street, near Park-st., in a cottage next to the Congregational Church. John Macintosh started his first shop opposite the church at that time.

"Mrs. Stirling in a few years married Mr. Guerin, a violinist, who played in the Victoria Theatre under Mr. Gibbs. This lady was married a third time - to the late Richard Stewart. Nellie Stewart is her daughter.

"Let me tell you that William Vincent Wallace, the composer of 'Maritana,' played in the Victoria Theatre orchestra. His wife was on the stage, and was a first class comedienne. That was before the Howsons came to Sydney. 'The Lady of the Lake' was John Howson's first play, and Frank first appeared In 'The Oldgate Pump.' [sic Aldgate], Mrs. Stirling made her appearance in 'Fra Diavolo.' Madame Carandini was an operatic singer. Her husband was a splendid dancer. He taught high class dancing. In those days we had songs and dancing between the pieces at the theatre.

"Old Tom Simes was the first manager I know. After him came Tom Collins, then John Gordon Griffiths. In my opinion, Griffiths was the best all-round actor of his day. He was a born Iago in 'Othello.' Then you should have seen him in 'The Stranger.' He was also very fine in 'Hamlet.'

"I also knew Nesbitt (Nesbitt McCron was his proper name). This gifted Irishman was a born tragedian, with a splendid voice. When G. V. Brooke, another great Irishman, came to Australia, he erected a monument over Nesbitt's grave in Victoria. Old Spencer used to walk out to Bondi to study his parts when he was playing at the Victoria Theatre.

"Madame Sara Flower I knew almost from the day she landed in Sydney. The great contralto was as fine a woman as ever lived. In her private life she was very unhappy. Many a time I have gone down the harbor with Madame Flower and some friends, fishing. We got the boats at old Heaton's, round the Domain, near the ladies' baths.

"I was present when Governor Bourke's statue was unveiled. I was going to school at 'Edney,' in York-street, and we had a holiday to see the ceremony.'

"WOOLGOOLGA, February 12, 1909."

[A rare portrait of William Vincent Wallace (the composer of 'Maritana') and his wife appeared in our last issue. - Editor.]

ASSOCIATIONS: Maria and Gerome Carandini (vocalist and dancer); James Guerin (violinist); Richard Stewart (actor); Francis Nesbitt (actor); Albert Spencer (actor); Sara Flower (vocalist, actor); for the portrait of William Vincent Wallace and his second wife, Helene Stoepel, see "MR. AND MRS. VINCENT WALLACE", Sunday Times (14 February 1909), 6 magazine

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"A Pioneer. THE LATE MR. W. T. PULLEN", The Wingham Chronicle and Manning River Observer (5 October 1917), 7

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Mr. William Toft Pullen, whose death at Woolgoolga at the age of 82 years took place on Thursday, was born in Sydney in 1834. His father arrived from the old country about 1800 [sic], and worked as a mechanic at the old Victoria Theatre in Joseph Wyatt's time in the early "forties". The son's first recollections of work was in that theatre, where he was employed as a call boy in 1841 . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Joseph Wyatt (proprietor)




PUTLAND, Mary = Mary O'CONNELL

(Mary BLIGH, daughter of governor William BLIGH; Mrs. PUTLAND; from 1810 Mrs. Maurice O'CONNELL; Lady O'CONNELL)

Musical amateur, patron




PUTTMANN, Hermann (Hermann PÜTTMAN; H. PUTTMANN)

Amateur vocalist, printer, journalist, translator

Born Elberfield, Prussia, 12 August 1811; baptised Evengekischkirche, Elberfield, 22 August 1811; son of Anton PÜTTMAN and Helene Maria ANGERMUND
Married Fanny MAUERBRECHER (1813-1893), by 1835
Arrived Hobart, TAS, 24/25 May 1855 (per Lewe Van Nyenstein, from Hamburg, November 1854, aged "43")
Died Richmond, VIC, 24 December 1874

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PUTTMANN, Hermann Wilhelm (Hermann Wilhelm PÜTTMAN; H. W. PUTTMANN; also W. H. PUTTMANN [sic])

Amateur vocalist, lyricist, journalist, printer, translator

Born Barmen, Rhineland (German), 1840; son of Hermann PUTTMANN and Fanny MAUERBRECHER
Arrived Hobart, TAS, 24/25 May 1855 (per Lewe Van Nyenstein, from Hamburg, November 1854, aged "14")
Married Anabella THOMSON (c. 1844-1911), VIC, 1864
Died Hawthorn, VIC, 20 July 1914

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PUTTMANN, Charles (Carl PÜTTMANN; Charles PUTTMANN)

Musician, violinist, teacher of music, musicseller, composer

Born Köln (Germany), 14 November 1843; son of Hermann PUTTMANN and Fanny MAUERBRECHER
Arrived Hobart Town, VDL (TAS), 24 May 1855 (per Lewe van Nyenstein, from Hamburg, November 1854, aged "11")
Married Maria Helena LOESSEL, Woodside, SA, 28 December 1866
Died Edwardstown, SA, 12 January 1899, aged 54

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Documentation:

Descriptive list of immigrants arrived 24 May 1855 by the Lewe van Nyenstrein, from Hamburg; ; Tasmanian names index; NAME_INDEXES:1513132; NAME_INDEXES:1513138; CB7/12/1/4 Bk11 p. 83

https://stors.tas.gov.au/NI/1513132 

https://stors.tas.gov.au/NI/1513138 

https://stors.tas.gov.au/CB7-12-1-4p50j2k (DIGITISED)

Puttmann Hermann / 43 / Cath. / Prussian / Book seller
Fanny / 40 / Needlewoman // Emil / 20 / Bookbinder
Clara / 18 / Milliner // Laura / 17 / Semastress
Hermann / 14 / Printer // Charles / 11 / -
Alex. / 9 // Anne / 7 // Mary / 5 // Catherine / 3

[Advertisement], The Argus [Melbourne, VIC] (22 May 1861), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5700414 

MUSICAL UNION. GRAND CONCERT,
in aid of the Fund for Relief of the Widows and orphans of the Soldiers of the 40th Regiment who have fallen in New Zealand, will be given in the
EXHIBITION BUILDING, THIS EVENING, MAY 22 . . .
Overture - "Ruy Blas" - Mendelssohn, Mendelssohn's FIRST WALPURGIS NIGHT,
And Mr. Henry Leslie's JUDITH. All for the first time In Victoria . . .
Principal Violin - Mr. A. J. LESLIE. Conductor - Mr. G. R. G. PRINGLE . . .
Second Violins . . . Putman . . .

[News], The Argus [Melbourne, VIC] (19 November 1863), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5739362 

A pleasant entertainment, consisting of a miscellaneous selection of vocal and instrumental music, was given at the Mechanics' Institute, Emerald-hill, last evening . . . The solo performances of Mr. Putman on the violin, and of Mr. Lee on the piano, were also very meritorious. The band, though small, was efficient; and Mr. D. Masson, as conductor, exhibited the requirements of an effective leader.

[Advertisement], South Australian Register [Adelaide, SA] (8 September 1865), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article41018451

LYSTER'S ROYAL ITALIAN AND ENGLISH OPERA COMPANY . . . Conductor and Composer - Mr. GEORGE LODER. Leader - Mr. J. HALL . . .
GRAND ORCHESTRA: First Violins: . . . Mr. WHITE; Second Violins, Mr. PUTMAN. Mr. F. HYDECKER . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: George Loder (conductor); John Thomson Hall (violin, leader); Richard Baxter White (violin); Frederick Heydecke (violin); Lyster Opera Company (troupe)

[Advertisement], South Australian Register (13 October 1865), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article41026415

MR. CHARLES PUTTMANN, TEACHER OF THE PIANOFORTE, No. 214, TAVISTOCK-BUILDINGS, Rundle-street.
MR. CHARLES PUTTMANN, of LYSTER'S OPERA COMPANY, will remain in Adelaide, and give LESSONS on the VIOLIN or PIANOFORTE . . .

[Advertisement], Bunyip (28 July 1866), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article130962524

Mr. Charles Puttman, VISlTS Gawler every WEDNESDAY.
LESSONS given on the PIANOFORTE, VIOLIN, and also in SINGING.
For Particulars apply at the Office of this Paper, or at 214, Tavistock Buildings, Rundle-street, Adelaide.

"SINGING", South Australian Register (11 August 1866), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article41025938

In today's issue will be found an advertisement announcing that Mr. Loder, with the assistance of Mr. C. Puttman, intends to form singing classes on a new system invented and perfected by himself.

"MARRIAGES", South Australian Register (31 December 1866), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article41022313

PÜTTMAN. - LOESSEL. - On the 28th December, at Woodside, by the Rev. Dr. Loessel, Charles, son of H. Püttman, Esq., of Melbourne, to Maria Helena, eldest daughter of the Rev. Dr. Loessel, of Adelaide.

[Advertisement], South Australian Register (31 December 1866), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article41022311

MR. CHARLES PUTTMAN, TEACHER OF MUSIC, ROSALIE-PLACE, PULTENEY-STREET. Lessons given on the Pianoforte, Violin. &c. &c.

"MR. BUDDEES SECOND SUBSCRIPTION CONCERT", The Argus [Melbourne, VIC] (26 November 1868), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5833353 

The second of Mr. Buddee's chamber concerts took place last night at the Prahran Town-hall . . . Storch's "Naechtlicher Grass," sung by Mr. W. H. Püttman, with quartet accompaniment by gentlemen amateurs, in the first part, and Zöllner's "ABC" quartet, sung by gentlemen amateurs, in the second part, constituted the vocal portion of the entertainment. They were both extremely well sung, and afforded an agreeable variety to the programme.

"INSOLVENCY COURT, Adelaide, Tuesday, February 2," South Australian Register (3 February 1869), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article41401288

In re Charles Puttmann, music seller; a final hearing. Mr. Fenn, sen., for the insolvent, and Mr. Bruce for the assignees. The accouutant's report was read as follows: - The debts scheduled are - Unsecured, £1,079 10s 7d.; mortgaged debts, £579 14s.; balance due, trustees in account with the estate, £12 5s. 8d. - total, £1,672 0s. 3d. The assets are - Book debts, valued at £10; mortgaged property, valued at £500 - total, £510. Estimated deficiency, £1,462 0s. 3d. The offer of composition (five shillings in the pound) is made by insolvent's friends, and can certainly not be realized out of the estate. Mr. Fenn presented a petition, signed by three-fourths in number and value of the creditors of the insolvent, asking for the annulling of the fiat of adjudication, and offering a composition of 5s. in the pound, payable by acceptance at six months. His Honor ordered the adjudication to be annulled on the bills being deposited in Court, the usual costs defrayed, and on a bond being lodged by the person giving the composition and the insolvent to the amount of £100, guaranteeing the payment in terms of the composition of all creditors who should be allowed to prove within 12 months.

[News], The Argus [Melbourne, VIC] (3 June 1869), 4

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At a meeting of the German Liedertafel, held on Monday last, it was resolved, on the motion of Mr. Puttmann, to commemorate the centenary of Alexander von Humboldt's birth, which occurs on the 14th September next . . .

"NEW MUSIC", South Australian Register (2 October 1869), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article41391622 

Mr. S. Marshall has just published a new song, entitled "Let Memory Guide us." The words and music are by Mr. Chas. Puttmann. It has been lithograph by Messrs. Penman and Galbraith in their best style. The title-page, in particular, is very elegant. The song is dedicated to the memory of Captain Sturt, whose exploits as an explorer it aspires to sing. Our readers may judge of the merits of the poem from the first stanza, which is as follows: -

"Let mem'ry guide us to retrace
The steps of him who boldly,
Amid our beauteous forest scenes,
First wandered brave and lonely.
As when the silver moonlight's streams,
Or as the sun's resplendent beams,
Descend from heaven to bless us,
So first from high Mount Lofty's crown
The great explorer once looked down;
His good heart swelled to help us."

The music is in D flat major, but as it contains very few accidentals it may, of course, be performed with greater ease and undiminished effect in two sharps. We can honestly recommend the composition as being very much superior to the trash occasionally published. Mr. Puttmann's musical abilities are superior to his poetic attainments. The melody of the song is vigorous, sterling, and original, and the pianoforte accompaniment is elegant and quite appropriate. A few finishing touches are required here and there so as to adapt the accents of the music more closely to those of the words, but these are very slight defects, which the vocalist will readily correct. We hope it will have an extensive sale.

"DEATHS", The Argus (26 December 1874), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article11509671

PUTTMANN.- On the 24th inst., at his residence, 109 Church-street, Richmond, Hermann Puttmann, of Elberfeld, Germany, aged 63 years.

[news], The Argus (5 January 1875), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article11510114 

The German community of Melbourne has lost an old and prominent member in the person of Mr. Hermann Puttmann, who died on the 27th December last, at his residence in Richmond, at the age of 63 years. The deceased was for many years intimately connected with the German press of Australia, and his name was familiar as a household word to our Teutonic fellow colonists as the author of a number of publications, noticeable among which were a German account of the Burke and Wills exploring expedition, and a history of the great war of 1870-71. The late Mr. Puttmann possessed a most extensive knowledge of ancient and modern literature, and in his earlier years published a German version of Chatterton's works, besides writing a biography of that poet. He was also the author of several volumes of poetry of some merit, and for a number of years acted as editor of the feuilleton of the Cologne Gazette. In the revolutionary struggles of his country (1848) he espoused the popular cause with great fervour, but with much worldly disadvantage to himself. The deceased s funeral was attended by a large number of his countrymen the members of the German Liedertafel singing a hymn at the grave.

[News], The Argus (4 September 1876), 5

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We acknowledge receipt from the publishers, Messrs. W. H. Glen and Co., Collins-street east, of the eighth number of their Colonial Musical Cabinet, containing 14 songs, arranged with symphonies for the pianoforte. Amongst these may be mentioned, "True as the Stars that are Shining," "Call me Your Darling again," "Think of Me sometimes, Maggie," "Dear Little Jessie," and a new adaptation of the German folksong, "Ach wie ists möglich," with English words by W. H. Puttmann, of this city, entitled "Parted from Thee." This last will be at once recognised as a tune which has been recently popularised by Mr. J. K. Emmet.

"THE METROPOLITAN LIEDERTAFEL", The Argus (18 July 1877), 6

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5929665 

The Melbourne Athenaeum was most inconveniently crowded on Monday night, when the members of the Metropolitan Liedertafel gave their 26th concert . . . It was a novelty also, which took with great effect with the audience, to hear Strauss's well known "Blue Danube Waltz," most skilfully arranged by Herr Elsasser, played by the band, and sung by the choir to well-chosen words composed by Mr. W. H. Puttmann.

"JUBILEE ODE TO HER MAJESTY THE QUEEN", The South Australian Advertiser (20 June 1887), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article37175286

The following ode, written by Mr. Carl Puttman, has also been set to music by that gentleman, and we understand in a very effective manner. We hope it may be possible at some time during the holding of the jubilee festivities for Herr Puttmann to make arrangements by which we shall be enabled to hear a work, the words and music of which have been produced in the colony, and by one who has so long been identified with it - ED.

Ascend, O song of jubilee,
Ascend with loud acclaim.
Afar and near, o'er land and sea,
Exalt our Sovereign's name.
True womanhood, true majesty,
Have graced her gentle sway,
And millions hail unitedly
Her coronation day.
Bedecked with laurels is the crown
Her noble brow has worn;
Her years are full of just renown.
Good deeds her life adorn . . .

"DEATHS", The Advertiser (13 January 1899), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article29430414

PUTTMANN. - On the 12th January, at his residence, South-road, Edwardstown, Charles, the beloved husband of Maria Helena Puttmann, aged 54 years.

"DEATH OF HERR PUTTMANN", The Advertiser (13 January 1899), 7

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article29430446

General regret will be felt at the announcement of the death of Herr C. Puttmann, the well-known musician of Adelaide. Mr. Puttmann was to have left for the north on Thursday morning to fulfil various engagements, and the news of his death wili come as a surprise to his many pupils and friends. The late Herr Puttmann was about 52 years of age. Two weeks ago he was at Belair, and was induced to make one of a party of four to drive to the city behind a tandem team. When ascending the Belair Hill-road and almost opposite the spot where a picnic party came to grief some years ago the pony in the shafts tripped and fell, throwing the occupants out of the trap. Herr Puttmann was bruised about the face, and from the subsequent condition of his leg it seems that the wheel of the vehicle had run over the fleshy part of the calf of the leg. It was treated with homely remedies, but, not improving, the deceased consulted Dr. Hynes, an old friend and musical pupil in his student days. The doctor considered the case sufficiently serious to send him to his private hospital, Harcourt House, Franklin-street, where he remained a week. Dr. Hynes found the leg very much swollen, but as Herr Puttmann was anxious to keep his appointments he wanted to get away as soon as possible, and at the end of the week left the hospital to return to his home and enjoy two or three days' rest before starting on his northern trip. On Wednesday evening he was at home and was apparently in the best of health. He was in excellent spirits and played the violin and sang throughout the evening. At 10.30 he retired and rose ai 5 o'clock on Thursday morning to prepare to catch the 8 o'clock train for Jamestown, where he had musical classes. Suddenly, however, he complained of pain in the region of his heart and the feeling of want of breath. He threw himself on the bed, struggled violently for a few minutes, and then died. Dr. Hynes was promptly summoned, and he at once attended at the residence of his old master on the South road, but Herr Puttmann was beyond medical aid. Death was undoubtedly due to a clot of blood which was carried up to the heart and caused stoppage of that organ.

The deceased gentleman was at times musical master at St. Peter's, Prince Alfred, and the Christian Brothers' Colleges and at the Dominican Convent, and for many years he was conductor of the Liedertafel. He was a bright and genial man, and during his stay in Dr. Hynes's hospital showed a great deal of interest in the condition of the other patients. The deceased leaves a [missing text] Mrs. John Kelly, the wife of a well-known vigneron of McLaren Vale, is a daughter, and was recently decorated with the robes of a Mus. Bac. at the University commemoration. Two sons, who were gifted in music to an unusual degree, died some years ago; they developed consumption and though every care was taken of them and their father was unremitting in his attention, and constantly shifted his place of residence to give them the change of air required, one died four years ago and the other two years later. The funeral will take place this afternoon at 3.30, the place of interment being the Mitcham Cemetery.

"DEATHS", The Argus (20 July 1914), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article10797229 

PUTTMANN. - On the 18th July, at his late residence, "Elberfeld," Lisson grove, Hawthorn, Hermann W. Puttmann, dearly loved brother of Mrs. John A. B. Koch, Mrs. Charles Arnold, and Fanny Puttmann. PUTTMANN. - On the 18th July . . . at the age of 74 years, Hermann Wilhelm Puttmann, of McCarron, Bird, and Co.

"PERSONAL", The Argus (21 July 1914), 9

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article10797626 

Deep regret has been expressed by a wide circle at the news of the death of Mr. Hermann Wilhelm Puttmann, which occurred at his residence, Lisson grove, Hawthorn on Saturday. Mr. Puttmann was 74 years of age having been born in 1840, and was a colonist of 60 years. He became a member of the firm of Messrs. McCarron, Bird, and Co. on its establishment in 1872 and remained a partner until his retirement at the end of last month. He was for a time president of the Master Printers Association. Mr. Puttmann took an active interest in the various German associations including the Melbourne Deutscher Turn Verein, the German club, which he was largely instrumental in founding and the Schulverein, of which he was president for some years. Mr. Puttmann had a cultivated literary taste, and the range of his reading was a very extensive one. Personally he was highly respected and greatly liked by all with whom he came in contact in business and in social life. His funeral took place yesterday at the Boroondara Cemetery, Kew, and was largely attended, many members of the Melbourne Deutscher Turn Verein being present. The Rev. Pastor Heyer officiated, and the hymns were sung by the combined liedertafel choir of the Turn Verein and the Arion Society. His funeral arrangements were conducted by Mr. R. Robson, of North Fitzroy.


Musical works (Hermann and Hermann Wilhelm):

Deutsches Liederbuch für Australien herausgegeben von Hermann Püttmann (Melbourne: H. Püttmann, 1862)

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/9600034 

http://handle.slv.vic.gov.au/10381/247184 (DIGITISED)

On boys, with merry song, music by V. E. Becker, English words by H. Pütmann ["translated by W. H. Pütmann"] [in The Australian musical times] (Melbourne: Nicholson & Ascherberg, [c. 1876-79])

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/23970017 

https://collection.sl.nsw.gov.au/record/74VvPB4X7lmb (DIGITISED)

Until this heart shall break, Wolle Keiner mich fragen, composed by Eugene Ascherberg, German words by R. Prutz, English words by H. Puttmann (Sydney: Nicholson & Ascherberg, [c. 1879])

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/17033387 

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-166226268 (DIGITISED)

Joy waltz, words by H. W. Puttmann, arranged by C. G. Elsaässer (London, New York, Melbourne: Chappell and Co., [n.d.])

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/17632509 


Musical works (Charles):

Let memory guide us, song, dedicated to the memory of Capt. Sturt, written & composed by Charles Püttmann (Adelaide: Published by S. Marshall, [1869])

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/19294124 

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-170228971 (DIGITISED)

The watch on the Rhine quadrille, introducing C. Wilhelm's popular melody, with the German & English words of the song appended, by Charles Puttmann (Adelaide: Penman & Galbraith, litho., [1870])

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/32870682 

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-181812315 (DIGITISED)

The leather sphere, written by H. Congreve Evans, and inscribed to his friend, Stanley E. Evans, Secretary South Australian Football Association, composed by C. Püttmann ([Adelaide]: South Australian Football Association, 1894)

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/163886345 

https://collection.sl.nsw.gov.au/record/74VvEQgO2DpZ 


Bibliography and resources:

Leslie Bodi, "Püttmann, Hermann (1811-1874)", Australian dictionary of biography 5 (1974)

http://adb.anu.edu.au/biography/puttmann-hermann-4421

Hermann Wilhelm Puttmann, WikiTree

https://www.wikitree.com/wiki/Puttmann-10 

Carl Puttmann, Find a grave

https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/225020746/charles-puttmann

Herman Wilhelm Puttmann, Find a grave

https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/208244721/herman-wilhelm-puttmann 




PYBUS, William Richard (William Richard PYBUS; W. R. PYBUS)

Musician, vocalist, organist, pianist, music teacher

Born Adelaide, SA, 9 October 1848; son of William PYBUS (1820-1885) and Sarah COX (c. 1826-1915)
Married Annie Emma SWEET (1857-1950), SA, 1880
Died Adelaide, SA, 11 November 1917

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=William+Richard+Pybus+1848-1917 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/W._R._Pybus (Wikipedia)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-P-2.php#PYBUS-William-Richard (shareable link to this entry)


Summary:

Pybus commenced his musical studies at eight years of age, and was a solo chorister at St. Andrew's Church, Walkerville, and Trinity Church, Adelaide. He sang in the chorus at the Handel Centenary Festival in 1859. He received piano lessons from a lady teacher at the Walkerville day school, and then from Richard Baxter White. From the age of 10 years he took the organ for occasional services, and was early recognised as one of Adelaide's leading pianists and accompanists.


Documentation:

"Mr. W. R. Pybus", Observer (17 November 1917), 40

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article164140834 

The death occurred at Henley Beach on Sunday of Mr. W. R. Pybus, one of South Australia's best-known musicians. Mr. Pybus was born in Hindley street, in 1848, and his musical education and experience were gained in this State. As a boy he possessed an excellent soprano voice, and at an early age sang in the choirs of St. Andrew's, Walkerville, and Trinity Church, Adelaide. His first instruction on the piano was received from a lady teacher at the Walkerville day school, and this was supplemented some years later by lessons from Mr. R. B. White, R.A.M. As a boy Mr. Pybus sang at what was, no doubt, the first Handel festival held in the State [1859], nearly 60 years ago. In his early teens Mr. Pybus practised with great diligence at the piano, and soon became recognised as a leading pianist and accompanist. At 21 years of age he relinquished his father's business, and devoted himself entirely to music. On the retirement of Mr. James Shakespeare, he was appointed pianist to the old Philharmonic Society, then conducted by the late Mr. E. L. Spiller. When the Amateur Musical Union was formed, Mr. Pybus was appointed to a similar position in the new society. The Amateur Musical Union formally opened the Town Hall organ on October 2, 1877, with a choral performance, and Mr. Pybus presided at the new instrument for the accompaniments. The solo work was done by Mr. David Lee, the late Melbourne City Organist. In 1879 Mr. Pybus succeeded Mr. Oughton as conductor of the Musical Union. He undertook the conductorship of the newly formed Philharmonic Society in 1881. Although from the age of 10 years Mr. Pybus was in the habit of taking the organ for occasional services, he did not obtain a regular position until 1873. This was at the Kent Town Wesleyan Church, where a new "Hill" organ, then one of the best in the State, had just been erected. For this post he had no less a competitor than Mr. George Oughton, who was for years conductor of the Military Band prior to federation. After 14 years at this church Mr. Pybus resigned, in order to take a simitar position at the North Adelaide Baptist Church; but, after about three years, he again changed to the Flinders Street Presbyterian Church, where, in all, he conducted the musical part of the services for about 25 years. Mr. Pybus inaugurated in 1881 the students' annual concerts. In 1890 the S.A. Sunday School Union appointed him musical director for the Jubilee Festival. The deceased was also the director of the Sunday School Union Festival of 1895. At the Jubilee Exhibition of 1887 he gave several organ recitals, and was appointed city organist in May, 1891. His concerts were invariably well attended. In September last he resigned in consequence of ill health, and the Adelaide City Council sent him a letter of condolence in recognition of his long and valuable services. He was succeeded as city organist by Mr. T. H. Jones, Mus. Bac. He opened the organs in the Unitarian Church, Adelaide, and the Baptist Church, Norwood. Mr. Pybus for many years enjoyed a high reputation as a teacher of the piano, singing, and theory.

"Personal", Critic (14 November 1917), 6

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article212172482 




PYE, Mary (Mary Elizabeth PYE; Mrs. Samuel JENNER)

Amateur musician, pianist (pupil of William Vincent WALLACE, and/or of other members of the Wallace family)

Born Baulkham Hills, NSW, 21 April 1827; baptised St. John's, Parramatta, 3 June 1827; daughter of John PYE (1798-1845) and Eleanor MURRAY (d. 1869)
Married Samuel JENNER (c. 1810-1867), St. Simon's church, Castle Hill, NSW, 25 February 1847
Died Baulkham Hills, NSW, 7 August 1910, in her 84th year

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Mary+Pye+Jenner+1827-1910 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-P-2.php#PYE-Mary (shareable link to this entry)


Mary Elizabeth Pye, portrait, c.1838, artist unknown (Society of Australian Genealogists)

Mary Pye, portrait, c. 1838, artist unknown; Society of Australian Genealogists, Sydney, SAG 15/149; reproduced here with permission


Documentation:

"MARRIED", The Sydney Morning Herald (1 March 1847), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12900565 

On Thursday, at St. Simon's Church, Castle Hill, by the Rev. T. Horton, Mr. Samuel Jenner, of Parramatta, to Mary Elizabeth, only daughter of the late John Pye, Esq., Baulkham Hills.

"Death of Mr. Samuel Jenner", Bell's Life in Sydney and Sporting Chronicle (24 August 1867), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article65468249 

We have to-day the painful task of recording the death of Mr Samuel Jenner, which took place at his residence Baulkham Hills, early on Saturday morning last. Our readers are most of them aware that Mr. Jenner has for several months been suffering from a painful illness without the least hope of recovery; and his absence from the sporting circles of Sydney has been severely felt, for no one was more active in promoting sport, and few so well know how it was to be done. A colonist of more than thirty years standing, the deceased gentleman has been long and intimately connected with the New South Wales Turf and during that time he has devoted a large amount of energy, as well as knowledge of the subject, to advancing its interests, not only as a breeder, owner, and trainer of racehorses, but also as the importer of some excellent blood sires. In conjunction with Mr. Tait . . . Mr. Jenner was not quick to make acquaintance or establish a friendship; but when once his confidence was gained his heart was right and a firmer friend did not exist. We cannot bestow a higher eulogium upon our departed friend, than that those who have been for years acquainted with him feel the most poignant grief for his loss; and that he is deeply regretted by all his intimates.

ASSOCIATIONS: John Tait (racehorse owner and trainer)

"AN ANCIENT PROGRAMME", The Cumberland Argus and Fruitgrowers Advocate (17 April 1897), 13

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article85774343 

Following is a copy of an ancient programme, which speaks for itself: -

CASTLE HILL.
PROGRAMME OF MUSICAL AND LITERARY ENTERTAINMENT,
26th AUGUST, 1869.
PART FIRST. - SACRED.
CANTICLE - "Jubilate" (Jackson) - Choir
HYMN - "Morning Prayer" (Costa) - Mr. Ussher
HYMN - "The Son of God goes forth to war" (Dr. Mason) - Choir
SONG - "David singing before Saul" - Mr. Martin
ANTHEM - "The strain upraise" - Choir
SONG - "He wipes the tear" - Choir
HYMN - "Let there be Light" - Choir
AIR - "In native worth" (Haydn) - Mr. Ussher.
INTERMISSION OF TEN MINUTES.
PART SECOND.
SONG - "The Blind Girl to her Harp" (S. Glover) - Misses Jenner, Moore, Crane, and Tuckwell . . .
SONG - "Come Home, Father" (Christy's Minstrels) - Miss Tuckwell . . .
SONG - "Kitty Tyrrell" (G. W. Glover) - Mr. Ussher . . .
SONG - "A Light in the Window" (Christy's Minstrels) - Misses S. Crane and M. Tuckwell . . .
SONG - "Paddle your own Canoe" (H. Clifton) - Mr. Tuckwell . . .
SONG - "O Gently Breathe' (Christy's Minstrels) - Misses Jenner . . .
SONG - "Kathleen Mavourneen" (F. N. Crouch) - Mr. Ussher . . .
SONG - "Home, Sweet Home" (Cruwen) - Choir . . .
SONG - "Wrecked and Saved" - Mr. Martin . . .
SONG - "The Organ Grinder" - Mr. G. James . . .
SONG - "The Bridge' - Mr. Francis . . .
DUET - "Hearts and Homes" (Blockley) - Choir, Ladies . . .
SONG - "Father's come Home" (Jessie Williams) - Miss Dale . . .
SONG - "A Motto for every Man" (N. Clifton) - Mr. Tuckwell . . .
DUET - "Gipsey Countess" (S. Glover) - Miss Tuckwell and Mr. Ussher
FINALE: - SOLO and CHORUS - "GOD SAVE THE QUEEN!!!" Miss Crane and Choir.
MRS. JENNER WILL PRESIDE AT THE PIANO.
G. MOORE, HON. SEC.
Beukers, Printer, Church-street, Parramatta.

"DEATHS", The Sydney Morning Herald (8 August 1910), 6

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article15198085 

JENNER. August 7, 1910, at her late residence, Murrooba, Baulkham Hills, Mary E. Jenner, in her 84th year. Funeral to leave late residence, Baulkham Hills, on Tuesday, at 3 o'clock, for Church of England Cemetery, Castle Hill.

"Church's Jubilee", The Cumberland Argus and Fruitgrowers Advocate (30 September 1911), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article85990389

The nave of St. Paul's Anglican Church, Castle Hill, was finished in 1861 . . . The pulpit was provided . . . in 1867, as a memorial of the late Mr. Samuel Jenner . . .


Musical sources:

See Mary Pye's music book


Bibliography and resources:

Megan Martin, "The surprising legacy of Miss Pye of Parramatta", Descent: Journal of the Society of Australian Genealogists 48/2 (June 2018), 31-33




PYCROFT, Joseph (Joseph PYCROFT; PYECROFT; PIECROFT; "Joe the Fiddler)

Musician, professor of music, cellist, contrabassist, violinist, bass vocalist, pianist, organist, school teacher

Born England, 1817; baptised, Rolleston, Staffordshire, 16 July 1817; son of James PYCROFT (1787-1851) and Sarah WALLIS (c. 1788-1858)
Arrived Hobart Town, VDL (TAS), 12 October 1843 (per Forfarshire, from Portsmouth, 27 June)
Arrived Melbourne, NSW (VIC), 1848
Active Jettamatong and Goulburn, NSW, 1862-72
Died Beloka, NSW, 23 May 1902 (son of James and Emma)

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Joseph+Pycroft+1817-1902 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-P-2.php#PYECROFT-Joseph (shareable link to this entry)


Summary:

Joseph Pycroft was born in 1817, and baptised and the parish church at Rolleston, Staffordshire, on 16 July 1817, the second son of James Pycroft (1787-1851) and Sarah Wallis (c. 1788-1858). At the time of the 1841 census he was living with his parents in Overseal, then in Leicestershire (now Derbyshire), practising as a professor of music.

His 1862 gaol record, which also gives his year of birth as 1817, records his arrival in the Australian colonies in 1841 on the Forfar. This cannot be quite correct; however, his advertisement in January 1844 to be "lately arrived" is consistent with his arrival in Hobart on the Forfarshire, on 12 October 1843. He was clearly not a convict, even under another name, since, with most or all of a minimum 7 year sentence to serve, he would not have been permitted to resettle in Port Phillip as soon as 1848. Nor is there any record of a connection with the 99th Regiment, members of which also came on the ship. Perhaps he arrived as a casual crewman or passenger, or even as ship's fiddler.

On the double bass or cello, and as a bass vocalist, Pycroft (of Pyecroft as his surname was often spelt) was regular performer in the Hobart theatre band and at concerts from 1844. However, his erratic behaviour (apparently congenital, but perhaps also triggered by alcohol) was already causing him trouble with the law as early as March 1845. Shortly after arriving in Melbourne in September 1848, he committed an act of nuisance within the local Catholic congregation, and, although described as a lunatic, was imprisoned as a vagrant. While in prison he reportedly attempted to drown himself twice.

By mid 1851 he was in Geelong, as bass player at the Theatre Royal, where, in December and January he took charge of the music for the Henry Deering's Christmas pantomime. He was still in Geelong in 1853, when charged with drunkeness, and was thought later to have gone to Bendigo.

On the death of his mother in England on ( November 1858, and his sister being unmarried, he came into a reportedly substantial inheritance from his father (who had died in 1851). He was traced by advertisement to the Monaro region of NSW, where, in December 1859 letters were sent to him at Coolringdon, though it appears they did not find him.

In 1862, while working as a shepherd at Jellamatong, and known "Joe the fiddler", he was sentenced to 2 years with hard labour in Goulburn Gaol for a malicious shooting.

By 1869, or earlier, he was living at Cooma, where for the next 20 years he was active as a music teacher. He finally learned of his inheritance in 1881, and applied to select 40 acres near Boloco, though he never paid for the land, and his claim expired. In the last decades of his life, he was cared for by the owners of Boloco Station, Rueben Rose (1834-1908) and his wife Eliza Merrett (d. 1912), also performing with the latter, an amateur pianist.


Documentation:

England census, 6 June 1841, Nether and Over Seal, Leicestershire; UK National Archives, HO107/596/4/11/4/2

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/8978/images/LEIHO107_596_596-0037 (PAYWALL)

Overseal / James Pycroft / 50 / Ind. / [not born in county]
Sarah [Pycroft] / 50 / - / [not born in county]
James Wallis [Pycroft] / 25 / Solicitor / [not born in county]
Joseph [Pycroft/ 20 / Professor of Music / [not born in county]
Sarah [Pycroft] / 20 / - / [not born in county]

"ASHBY-DE-LA-ZOUCH PETTY SESSIONS. SATURDAY, MAY 15TH", Leicester Journal (21 May 1841), 3

https://www.britishnewspaperarchive.co.uk/viewer/bl/0000205/18410521/015/0003 (PAYWALL)

Joseph Pycroft, the younger, of Overseal, was charged with assaulting William Limbert, a sheriff's officer, in the execution of his duty. The complainant not pressing the case, it was withdrawn on defendant paying costs.

[Advertisement], The Courier (19 January 1844), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2951577 

MUSICAL TUITION - Mr. PYCROFT, who has had considerable experience as a Musician in England, having lately arrived in this city, is anxious to engage in the instruction on the Piano-forte, Violin, or Singing. His terms will be found moderate. The most respectable reference can be given as to character, abilities, &c. Any commands addressed to him at Mr. Imley's, No. 67, Liverpool-street, shall me with immediate attention.

[Advertisement], The Courier (8 March 1844), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2951353 

ORATORIO at ST. JOSEPH'S CHURCH, on WEDNESDAY, 13th instant, at 7 o'clock in the evening, with the kind permission of the Very Rev. J. J. Therry, Vicar-General, for the BENEFIT of Monsieur and Madame GAUTROT, assisted by the principal musical talent of Hobart Town, who have charitably come forward on this occasion gratuitously . . .
PROGRAMME: PART I. "Te Deum"- Chorus . . . "Hallelujah" - Chorus.
PART II. "Sing unto God" - Chorus . . . "Oh! Jesu" - Mr. Pycroft . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Joseph and Madame Gautrot (musicians); John Joseph Therry (priest)

MUSIC: Probably O Jesu potentissime (Mozart, arr. Novello)

[Advertisement], Colonial Times (30 April 1844), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article8754820

GRAND CONCERT . . . MR. DEANE . . .
will give a CONCERT of VOCAL and INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC, on a very extensive scale, THIS EVENING, AT THE HALL OF THE MECHANICS' INSTITUTE, MELVILLE STREET . . .
NSTRUMENTAL PERFORMERS. Violins, Monsieur Gautrot, Mr. Leffler, Mr. Deane, Mr. John Deane, Mr. Singer, Mr. Charles Deane, and Master H. Deane.
Tenors, Mr. Reichenberg, Mr. Duly, Mr. Piecroft, and Mr. W. Deane.
Violoncellos, Mr. Curtis and Mr. E. Deane. Double Bass, Mr. Russell.
By Permission, Part of the Band of the 51st Regiment will assist.
PROGRAMME. PART I. Overture - La Gazza Ladra - Rosini . . .
PART II. Overture - Barbier de Seville - Rosini . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: John Philip Deane and family (musicians); Edmund Leffler (violin); John Singer (violin); Joseph Reichenberg (viola); Abraham Duly (viola); Richard Curtis (cello); William Russell (double bass); Band of the 51st Regiment

[Advertisement], Colonial Times (24 September 1844), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article8755313 

TESTIMONIAL TO THE REV. J. J. THERRY . . . Joseph Pycroft - 5[s] 0[d] . . .

[Advertisement], The Courier (22 October 1844), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2950378

NEW MUSIC, at London Prices.
J. WILLIAMS, PIANOFORTE MAKER, (from Broadwood's, London,) begs to inform his friends and the public that he has received by the Jane Buckland a small invoice of well-selected Music, shipped to him, consisting of pianoforte arrangements from all the favourite operas, the newest quadrilles and waltzes, with all the popular songs, duets for piano and flute, and for two flutes, and various instruction books, which he can sell at the publishing price.
J. W. has on sale several second-hand pianofortes, in good order, also violins and bows, at all prices; tenors and guitars; violin bridges, finger boards, and pegs; violin, violoncello, and guitar strings, both Roman and English; harp strings, in complete sets; silver strings for harps, guitars, tenors, and violins; C, B, A, and E flat clarionets, ivory mounted, with 6 mid 13 keys; clarionet and bassoon reeds; pianoforte wire of all descriptions; hair for violin bows, and every article incidental to the music trade.
Pianofortes lent on hire, tuned, and repaired, and moved in town or country by a spring conveyance.
Pianofortes bought of J. W. kept in tune twelve months free of expense, and exchanged if required.
N.B. J. W., in returning thanks to his friends for past favours, has to intimate that, finding it necessary to devote the whole of his time to his manufactory, he has made an arrangement with Mr. Piecroft, Professor of Music, to attend to the retail and paper music business, as also the tuning pianofortes in town at 5s. each, which J. W. will take care are properly done.
Colonial Pianoforte Manufactory, Collins-st., Hobart Town.

ASSOCIATIONS: John Williams (musicseller, pianoforte maker)

[Advertisement], The Tasmanian and Austral-Asiatic Review (21 November 1844), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article233611641 

GRAND CONCERT . . . AT THE MECHANICS' INSTITUTE, MELVILLE STREET,
ON THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 21st, 1844. MONSIEUR AND MADAME GAUTROT . . .
The following Ladies and Gentlemen have kindly tendered their valuable assistance:-
Mrs. Stirling, Mrs. Rogers, Mrs. Curtis, Mr. Reichenberg, Mr. J. Howson, Mr. F. Howson, Mr. H. Howson, W. Howson, A. Howson, Mr. Russell, Mr. Curtis, Mr. Duly, Mr. Singer, Mr. Pyecroft, Mr. G. F. Duly, Mr. Allen, Master Allen, and several Amateurs.
PROGRAMME. PART 1.
Overture - Rossini.
Song - "No Flower excels the Rose," - Mrs. Stirling
Song - "Lay of the imprisoned Huntsman" - Mr. Pyecroft . . .
1st Violin - Mr. Russell; Mr. H. Howson.
2nd Violin - Mr. Singer; Master A. Howson.
Tenor - Mr. Reichenberg; Mr. Duly.
Violincello - Mr. Curtis; Amateur.
Contra Bass - Mr. Pyecroft; Amateur.
Flute - Mr. G. F. Duly.
Clarionette - Mr. Rablin; Mr. W. Howson.
Horns - Mr. ; Mr.
LEADER - Monsieur Gautrot . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Theodosia Stirling (vocalist); Emma Rogers (vocalist); Frank Howson (vocalist); John Howson (vocalist); Henry Howson (leader, violin); Sergeant Rablin (clarinet player, 51st Regiment); Edward Allen (vocalist)

MUSIC: Lay of the imprisoned huntsman (Schubert)

"CHORAL SOCIETY", The Courier (23 January 1845), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2949830

. . . We must confess that, in attending the third Oratorio of the Society, given on Tuesday evening, we could not but feel some apprehension lest, in so young an institution, little justice would be done to the exquisite beauties and elevated character of this matchless production. With a vivid recollection, however, of the splendid performances in York Minster and Westminster Abbey, we were more than gratified with "Handel" in Tasmania . . . Mr. Pyecroft, in the recitative, "For behold darkness," evinced much mastery of that difficult department, seconded by a voice full, vigorous, and managed with judgment . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Hobart Town Choral Society

"HOBART TOWN POLICE REPORT. WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 26", The Courier (1 March 1845), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2949426

Joseph Pyecroft fined 10s for assaulting Constable Cheny.

[Advertisement], The Courier (17 June 1845), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2948206

MR. F. HOWSON'S GRAND FAREWELL CONCERT, Mechanics' Institute, THIS EVENING, APRIL 17, 1845 . . . PROGRAMME:- PART FIRST. Overture, "Don Giovanni" - Mozart . . . PART SECOND. Overture, "Don Pasquale" (2nd time in this Colony) - Donizetti . . . CONTRA BASSO - Mr. Byecroft [sic] . . .

[Advertisement], The Observer (1 July 1845), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article62134924 

GRAND CONCERT . . . AT THE MECHANIC'S INSTITUTE On TUESDAY, 1st JULY, 1845.
MONSIEUR GAUTROT . . . the approbation of their Patrons.
The following Ladies and Gentlemen have kindly tendered their valuable assistance: -
Mrs. Clarke, Mrs. Stirling, Mrs. Curtis, Mr. Reichenberg . . . Mr. H. Howson, Mr. Duly, Mr. Singer, Mr. G. Duly, Mr. Pyecroft, Mr. Rablin.
PROGRAMME. PART I. OVERTURE - Rossini . . .
ORCHESTRA. 1st Violin, Mr. H. Howson . . .
Violincello. - Mr. -- Amateur, Mr. -- Amateur, Mr. Pyecroft . . .
LEADER - MONSIEUR GAUTROT . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Anne Remens Clarke (vocalist, actor, theatre proprietor)

"MUSICAL SOIREE", The Cornwall Chronicle [Launceston, VDL (TAS)] (14 February 1846), 122

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article66270642 

Madame Gautrot gave an entertainment at the Olympic Theatre, on Wednesday evening. The excellent band of the 96th regiment attended . . . the audience, although highly respectable, was not numerous. Mr. Anderson presided at the piano-forte, and accompanied the vocal music. In addition to the performances announced in the Programme, some amateurs very handsomely proffered their services, to make up in some measure for the indisposition of Mr. Pycroft, who caught a cold on the journey from Hobart Town. That gentleman (Mr. Pycroft) we dare say did his best to excel, but he evidently labored under considerable disadvantage . . .

"JUVENILE FETE", The Courier (15 August 1846), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2945094

On Wednesday evening last, the Music Hall, Collins-street, was tolerably well filled with a host of juvenile parties, to witness a medley entertainment, commencing with instrumental and vocal performances. The overture comprised several well-known and popular airs, and was succeeded by "The London Cries," a glee performed by Messrs. Duly, Allen, and Pyecroft, in which Mr. Allen came nearest in character to the peripatetic venders of "milk" and other commodities . . .

"GRAND BALL AND BANQUET. Opening of the New Exchange Rooms", The Courier (2 January 1847), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2972973

Mr. T. Y. Lowes, on Thursday evening, invited his numerous friends and patrons, and their families, to a ball and supper, on the occasion of opening his new auction mart and stores, in Collins-street, the property of Louis Nathan, Esq., of Commercial House. Nearly 400 guests were present . . . The space in iront of the gallery over the auction mart, was fitted up with all appropriate and necessary appendages as an orchestra for a quadrille band. Of this we may mention, en passant, Mr. G. P. Duly [sic] was conductor at the pianoforte; Mr. Howson leader, with Mr. Curtis, Mr. Piecroft, Mr. Duly, jun., and two of the band of the 96th - the one playing the cornopean, and the other the clarionet . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Band of the 96th Regiment

[Advertisement], The Courier (5 February 1848), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2969904 

Pianoforte Tuning.
MR. PYCROFT begs to notify to the ladies and gentlemen of the Campbell Town district, and the inhabitants of the various places on the line of road to that township, that should a sufficient number of applications be made within a fortnight, he will proceed into the interior to tune pianofortes. Applications to be made by letter, post-paid, directed to Mr. Pycroft, Post Office, Hobart Town. February 5.

"SHIPPING INTELLIGENCE", The Melbourne Argus (12 September 1848), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4764653

September 11 - Flying Fish, 123 tons, Clinch, master, from Hobart Town. . . . Steerage . . . Mr. Piecroft . . .

"SACRILEGE", The Argus (19 September 1848), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4765139 

Yesterday morning, a respectable man named Joseph Pycroft, recently arrived from Hobart Town, was brought before Messrs. Moor and Westby, at the Police Office, charged with having disturbed the congregation on Sunday last at the Roman Catholic Chapel, during the celebration of Mass, and breaking some holy-water pots and other church furniture. A man named Maurice Redman appeared to support the charge, but failed to do so to the satisfaction of the Bench. Pycroft, who was evidently of unsound mind, was remanded till this morning. Mr. Moor remarked that if Mr. Geogeghan wished to prosecute the man he should either appear himself or send parties who could substantiate the charge. The defendant brought letters of recommendation with him from the Rev. Mr. Therry to Mr. Geogeghan, of whose church he is a member. The case will come off this morning.

ASSOCIATIONS: Patrick Geoghegan (priest)

"DISGRACEFUL SCENE IN A PLACE OF WORSHIP", Port Phillip Gazette and Settler's Journal (20 September 1848), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article223150180 

. . . Yesterday morning the poor fellow was again brought before the Mayor, and excited some amusement by his antics and replies.
The following will serve as a sample, although the gist of the thing is lost in the absence of the irresistibly ludicrous manner of the man.
Mayor - What are you?
Defendant - I am a musician, a teacher of music, the gift of Almighty God.
I'm neither a publican nor a sinner - but bless me, when I smell you I smell a rat, ah, ah!
Mayor - You came in the Flying Fish, didn't you?
Defendant - Yes, and a precious stinking fish it was.
Mayor - You are remanded for medical examination.
Defendant - You publican, you sinner - what ought to be done to you?
Are you as good, or anything like it, as the poor Aborigines who smell for their living? -
and raving in this style, the wretched lunatic donned his crownless hat, and allowed himself to be escorted hack to the watch-house.

"PYCROFT THE LUNATIC", The Argus (22 September 1848), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4772221 

This person was again before the Police Bench yesterday. In consequence of the refusal of Mr. Geoghegan to obey the summons of their Worships, there was a difficulty in dealing with the case. The Bench directed him to be remanded for a week, with the object of obtaining the medical assistance of Dr. Cussen as visiting surgeon of the Gaol. Pycroft is a musician from Hobart Town, and is spoken of as a splendid performer on almost every instrument.

"LUNATIC ASYLUM", The Argus (29 September 1848), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4771766 

All the necessary arrangements for the transfer of the lunatics from the Gaol to their new quarters have been effected, and will be carried into operation on Monday next. There are three of the lunatics who will not benefit by this change, Pycroft, Kirkham, and Hopkins, owing to the Magistrates having committed them as vagrants and not as lunatics.

"PYCROFT THE LUNATIC", The Argus (20 October 1848), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4767124 

This individual, whose period of imprisonment expired on Tuesday last, having been committed for fourteen days as a vagrant, was again brought before the police bench on the following morning as a dangerous lunatic. The behaviour of Pycroft when in court was perfectly outrageous, and it became necessary to remove him. The bench did not know what to do with him, as they could not send him to the asylum without first obtaining the consent of the Governor. He was sent back to gaol for two months as a vagrant, and in the meantime the necessary steps would be taken in the matter . . .

"A DANGEROUS LUNATIC", Port Phillip Gazette and Settler's Journal (21 October 1848), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article223150956 

On Wednesday last, an unfortunate man named Pycroft, who has on a previous occasion been brought before the police court, charged as a lunatic and with having no lawful visible means of subsistence, was again brought before the court upon a similar charge. It was perfectly distressing to witness the maniac, whose malady appeared to be of an exceedingly aggravated nature; one moment in a voice of thunder he denounced those around him and appeared about to commit personal violence upon them, and the next moment with his exertions he was placid as a lamb offering to go quietly wherever they might choose to take him. Evidence was adduced to shew that during the last few days Pycroft had made several attempt to destroy himself; under these circumstances as an act of humanity he was sentenced to two months imprisonment as a vagrant, during which period he will of course have the benefit of the attendance of the medical officer of the gaol.

"PORT PHILLIP", The Courier (8 November 1848), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2967623 

Pyecroft, the musician, had made two separate attempts to drown himself, and was committed to gaol for two months under the Vagrant Act.

Last will and testament of James Pycroft, proved early 1851; Prerogative Court of Canterbury Wills, Piece 2139: Vol. 15, Quire Numbers 701-750 (1851)

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/5111/images/40611_309747-00380 (PAYWALL)

. . . and in case there shall not be any child or children or issue of my said daughter [Sarah Elizabeth] who shall become entitled to the last mentioned moiety trust monies and promises under the trusts aforesaid . . . [to] my said son Joseph Pyecroft who for some years past has been and if living is still residing abroad . . .

[Advertisement], Geelong Advertiser (15 July 1851), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article91919954 

THEATRE ROYAL, GEELONG. GRATUITOUS BENEFIT. - On which occasion, Mr. Deering has given the use of the Theatre, Mr. Howard the lights, Mr. Comb the printing, and the entire Company and Band, (with the exception of Messrs. Cossa and Pyecroft, the cornopean and bass players) their services, in order to defray the Funeral Expenses of an Actor recently deceased, and assist his orphan child now in great indigence . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: John Herman Selwyn Lee (deceased actor); Henry Deering (actor, manager, vocalist); Mr. Cossa (musician); Theatre Royal (Geelong venue)

[Advertisement], Geelong Advertiser and Intelligencer (26 December 1851), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article91927868 

THEATRE ROYAL, GELELONG . . . On THIS EVENING, Dec. 26, 1851,
The performances will commence with a new grand original Allegorical, Metaphysical, Mythological, Musical, Melodramatical and Comical CHRISTMAS PANTOMIME, entitled the
QUEEN BEE OF THE FAIRY HIVE; OR, HARLEQUIN AND THE LADY BIRD'S BOWER.
The new Scenery painted by Messrs. Lightwood, Eaton, Henry, and assistants.
The Tricks and Machinery by Mr. Freer. The Properties by Mr. T. Cooke. The Monsters by Mr. Wilmot.
The Music arranged by Mr. Pyecroft.
The whole written and adapted by and produced under Tas SOLE SUPERINTENDENCE of MR. DEERING . . .

"POLICE OFFICE. Wednesday, 20th April 1853", Geelong Advertiser and Intelligencer (21 April 1853), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article94361449

The only business before the Bench this morning was the fining of two individuals, Hugh Sheddle and Joseph Pyecroft, in sums of 40s. each, for drunkenness the preceding day.

[Advertisement], The Argus (1 September 1859), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5687284 

JOSEPH PYCROFT, engaged in 1857 fencing for Mr. King, - please communicate with Beneraft and Finlay, solicitors, Melbourne. Business of Importance from Dr. Holmes.

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (29 December 1859), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13035045 

JOSEPH PYCROFT.- Letters of importance for you at Coolingdon, Maneroo.

"THE LATE CASE OF SHOOTING AT JELLAMATONG", Empire (22 July 1862), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article60478536

"GOULBURN CIRCUIT COURT (Abridged from the Herald) WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 24", The Sydney Morning Herald (27 September 1862), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13234756

Joseph Pyecroft, alias Joe the Fiddler, was indicted for shooting at Robert Stewart McKenzie, with intent to kill, at Gillimatong, Cooma district, on the 7th July; a second count charged the prisoner with unlawfully wounding with intent to do grievous bodily harm; and a third with unlawfully shooting with intent to do grievous bodily harm. Prisoner pleaded not guilty, and was defended by Mr. Holroyd. The prosecutor (Mr. McKenzie) was an overseer in the service of Mr. Bradley, the prisoner being a shepherd under him. From Mr. McKenzie's evidence, it appeared that, on the day set forth in the indictment, he had visited the prisoner's hut in his absence, and finding some grog there "spilled" it; after doing so, he went to the prisoner and told him what he had done; Pyecroft replied that he would not be overhauled in that way. Some angry words ensued . . . The jury retired, and, after a brief deliberation, found prisoner guilty of wounding with intent, and he was sentenced to two years' imprisonment in Goulburn gaol, with hard labour.

Entrance and description book, Goulburn Gaol, NSW, 1862; State Records Authority of NSW

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/1783/images/40799_294156-00271 (PAYWALL)

Joseph Pycroft / Forfar [sic, Forfarshire] / [year of arrival] 41 [sic, 1843] / [year of birth 18] 17 / [Height] 5ft 7in / Stout / [complexion] dark / . . . 4th finger of left hand cramped . . .

"RETURN OF PRISONERS DISCHARGED FREE. . .", New South Wales Police Gazette and Weekly Record of Crime (28 September 1864), 305

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article252040798 

Goulburn / [arrived] Forfar, 1841 / Joseph Pycroft . . . / 22 September . . .

[Advertisement], Bendigo Advertiser (16 July 1866), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article87962237 

JOSEPH PYCROFT, formerly of Hobart Town, afterwards of Bendigo - if living, apply to Mr. Thomas Pavey, solicitor, 60 Collins-street west, Melbourne; if dead, particulars thereof will oblige.

"COOMA QUARTER SESSIONS (Abridged from the Manaro Mercury)", The Goulburn Herald and Chronicle (30 June 1869), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article101470939 

The above court was duly opened on Friday last, before his Honor Mr. District Court Judge Macfarland . . . Joseph Pycroft was brought into court, questioned by his Honor, and sentenced to one month's imprisonment for contempt of court. His Honor intimated if there was a proper place in which to confine a prisoner in Cooma, he would have sentenced Pycroft to six months' imprisonment.

[Advertisement], The Manaro Mercury, and Cooma and Bombala Advertiser (14 May 1870), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article113960989 

RACES. QUEEN'S BIRTH-DAY, 24th MAY!
Settling Night at Cooma Hotel. GREAT ATTRACTION!!
Opening of Cohen's NEW BILLIAD ROOM! . . .
A Free Ball in the Evening!!
Music under the Direction of Mr. Joseph Pycroft.
GEORGE COHEN, Cooma Hotel.

"SONS OF TEMPERANCE", The Manaro Mercury, and Cooma and Bombala Advertiser (6 January 1872), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article114398530 

. . . THE BALL Was then started under the supervision of the active. M.C., Mr. J. Iles. The music provided was a violin and concertina; Mr. Joseph Pycroft being musical director. The gentleman seemed to be unusually energetic throughout the evening, for dance succeeded dance in rapid order. Master T. Davis must have been a good help; he having accompanied, on the concertina, Mr. Pycroft. Master Davis was generously relieved at intervals by a visitor whose name we could not learn. The young ladies of Cooma do favor the Temperance ball, for they assembled in strong force to pay their devout hommage to Terpsichore . . .

"CHURCH OF ENGLAND", The Manaro Mercury, and Cooma and Bombala Advertiser (9 March 1872), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article114392002 

A meeting of members of the Anglican Church was held at the Cooma Court House on Tuesday evening last. The Rev. Thomas Druitt presided. Concerning the Young Men's Association, it was resolved that Messrs. Dawson, Potter, and Pycroft inspect the different allotments available for the projected building, and report at a future meeting as to the land most suitable for the purpose. Mr. R. J. Smith of Fountain Head, announced that £40 had been collected by the residents of Nimity-belle towards the Stipend Fund. Mr. Joseph Pycroft has been appointed organist; and a choir of fifteen has been formed. The meeting stands adjourned till Tuesday after Easter.

"GLEE CLUB", The Manaro Mercury, and Cooma and Bombala Advertiser (15 June 1872), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article114393716 

A meeting was held at the Cooma Hotel, in the early part of the week, with the object of forming a Glee Club in Cooma. The attendance was more numerous than was anticipated, and the object of the meeting was successfully carried out; a club having been formed, and twelve or fifteen members joined. Mr. Joseph Pycroft tendered, gratuitously, his services, as tutor . . .

[News], The Manaro Mercury, and Cooma and Bombala Advertiser (12 October 1878), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article114514105 

Mr. Joseph Pycroft is teacher (under the Council of Education) of the Provisional school at Gillford; the school is held at Mr. Robert Evans', five miles from Gegedzerick. There are upwards of 25 pupils in attendance. Mr. Pycroft gives lessons in music.

[Advertisement], Australian Town and Country Journal (24 December 1881), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article70963589 

PYCROFT. - THE HALF OF A LARGE FORTUNE. -
Mr. ARTHUR CUBITT has received instructions to search for the present whereabouts of Mr. JOSEPH PYCROFT, who in 1863 was living with Mr. COOMBES, a squatter, and who, by the death of his Father, becomes entitled to one-half his estate, which is of great value; the other half going to his sister, who is already in possession of her share.
Any information concerning the said JOSEPH PYCROFT - dead or alive - will be thankfully received by ARTHUR CUBITT, "The Arcade," King-street, Sydney.

"On Dit", The Manaro Mercury, and Cooma and Bombala Advertiser (31 December 1881), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article115709672 

. . . That a windfall in the shape of a large fortune has been left to Joseph Pycroft . . .

"Snowy River (From our correspondent)", The Manaro Mercury, and Cooma and Bombala Advertiser (24 September 1884), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article115715005 

Mr. Joseph Pycroft, teacher at Mr. Rose's, Boloco, has composed a galop, which he calls the Chester Galop, in honour of the late race at Buckley's Crossing.

"Buckley's Crossing Police Court. WEDNESDAY, 2ND DECEMBER", The Manaro Mercury, and Cooma and Bombala Advertiser (5 December 1885), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article119052678 

Joseph Pycroft was fined 5s., with 4s. 10d. costs, or two days, for obscene language.

"Festivities at Matong", The Manaro Mercury, and Cooma and Bombala Advertiser (15 July 1890), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article119051785 

Quite a round of festivities was engaged in at Matong on Friday the glorious independent Fourth . . . The concert was held in Mr. F. Litchfield's woolshed . . . One of the features of the evening was a violin and pianoforte duet by Miss Rose and Mr. Pycroft, which brought the first part of a very enjoyable programme to a close . . .

"SAD DEATH", Delegate Argus and Border Post (28 October 1897), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article109702642 

The residents of Buckley's and the surrounding locality, were shocked on Sunday morning to learn of the death of Mrs. Wm. Crisp, of Brambleigh, Jimenbuen . . . Mrs. Crisp was only 28 years of age, and was a native of Monaro, and leaves a husband and 4 children, having been married nine years. The burial took place at the Boloco Cemetery on Tuesday, where over 200 persons assembled. The cortege was the largest ever seen at Boloco. The Rev. S. Hart officiated, and in the church (where the corpse was taken) Mr. Hart delivered an impressive address on the uncertainty of life. The church was appropriately draped by Mrs. Rose of Boloco . . . In the church the well-known hymns "Days and Moments," and "My God, my Father" were feelingly sung by the large congregation, and as the corpse was being carried to its last resting place, the "Dead March in Saul" was beautifully rendered on the organ by Mr. Joseph Pycroft . . . - Manaro Mercury.

"LOCAL & GENERAL NEWS", The Manaro Mercury, and Cooma and Bombala Advertiser (19 May 1902), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article119047033 

An old resident of Manaro, Mr. Joseph Pycroft was found dead on the floor of his house at Boloco on Sunday last. He was eighty four years of age, and was well-known as a music teacher in Cooma some time since. He had been living in a house on the Boloco Estate for fifteen or twenty years, where he has received provisions and attention daily from Mrs. Rose, of Beloco Station. His family at one time held a high position in the county of Cheshire, England, and a year or two since his niece, it is reported, acted as mayoress in one of the towns which another relative (a bachelor) occupied the position of mayor. Mr. Pycroft was becoming very feeble, and had done nothing, in the shape of work, for years, receiving every attention and assistance from the Boloco Station. For a month past he had been in receipt of an old-age pension, and it was the intention to apply this money to securing the services of an attendant. He occasionally received remittances from his friends in England. Upon a messenger from the Boloco Station visiting the house on Sunday morning to see whether he required anything, it was discovered that he had died, and was lying on the floor. Mr. H. C. Merritt, coroner for the distrist, who was in Cooma today, was communicated with, and will make enquiries to ascertain whether an inquest is necessary.

"GENERAL NEWS", Goulburn Herald (21 May 1902), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article100501751 

Cooma, Monday - Joseph Pyecroft, eighty four years of age was found dead on the floor of his residence at Boloco. He had done no work for years, but was formerly a music teacher at Cooma.


Bibliography and resources:

Joseph Pyecroft, Find a grave

https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/130017220/joseph-pyecroft 




PYKE, Wolf Lewis (Wolf Lewis PYKE; W. L. PYKE; Mr. PYKE)

Theatre proprietor, tailor

Married Rosetta MOSS, NSW, 1844
Active Bathurst, NSW, by 1856

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-P-2.php#PYKE-Wolf-Lewis (shareable link to this entry)


Documentation:

"THE PRINCE OF WALES THEATRE", Bathurst Free Press and Mining Journal (7 February 1857), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article62053197 

If the estimation in which Mr. Pyke is held, were to be measured by the patronage showered upon him on Monday evening last, he may certainly takes credit to himself for being one of the most popular men in the district. The house, figuratively, was crowded to the ceiling - boxes, pit, and gallery - all crammed. The Serenaders put forth their best powers, Miss Chittenden sang like a nightingale, and Mrs. Evadne Evans outdid herself in the representative art . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Prince of Wales Theatre (Bathurst venue)


Bibliography and resources:

Wolf Lewis Pyke, WikiTree

https://www.wikitree.com/wiki/Pyke-617 




PYNE, Caroline (Caroline BREWER; Mrs. William James PYNE)

Vocalist, pianist, professor of singing and pianoforte

Born Somerset, England, 1820; baptised Walcot St. Swithin, 10 May 1820; daughter of James Hayward BREWER (d. 1828) and Sarah OWENS (d. 1875)
Married William James PYNE, Bath Abbey, Bath, 20 March 1847
Arrived Sydney, NSW, 9 December 1850 (per Blackwall, from Portsmouth 16 August)
Died Newtown, NSW, 1869, aged "48"

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Caroline+Brewer+Pyne+1820-1869 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-P-2.php#PYNE-Caroline (shareable link to this entry)

PYNE, William James (William James PYNE; Mr. W. PYNE)

Pianist

Born Bath, Somerset, England, 1848; son of William James PYNE and Caroline BREWER
Arrived Sydney, NSW, 9 December 1850 (per Blackwall, from Portsmouth 16 August)
Died Balmain, NSW, 10 February 1868, aged "18" [sic]

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=William+James+Pyne+1848-1868 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-P-2.php#PYNE-William-James (shareable link to this entry)


Summary:

England (1820-50):

Caroline Brewer was born at Walcot, Somerset, in 1820, daughter of James Hayward Brewer, a apothecary and surgeon, and his wife Sarah Owens.

She made her professional debut as a public singer in 1842. By then she was a senior pupil and teaching assistant to the Bath vocal instructor, Cumberland William Manners, and after his death, on 27 January 1844, she took over his teaching practice.

She was several times billed to perform with members of the Pyne family, perhaps with the alto singer George Griggs Pyne (1790-1877) and his daughters Susanna and Louisa Pyne, probably with the tenor singer, James Kendrick Pyne senior (1785-1857), father of James Kendrick Pyne junior (1810-1893), and certainly also with Pyne junior's future wife, Emma Hobbs (d. 1909).

Caroline gave her last performances as Miss Brewer in the early part of March 1847, and on 20 March at Bath Abbey married her Abbey yard neighbour, another of Pyne senior's sons, William James Pyne, an engraver. Thereafter, she appears to have ceased performing in public, superseded by Emma Hobbs as the Bath concerts' "Mrs. Pyne" after her marriage in November 1848.

Sydney, NSW (1850-69):

She and husband, and their son William arrived in Sydney on the Blackwall, on 9 December 1850. In March 1851, as Mrs. Pyne "just arrived from the London, Bath, Bristol, and Clifton concerts" made the first of her regular performances that year for Abraham Emanuel and George Hudson in their weekly popular "Casino" promenade concerts at the Royal Hotel.

In December 1851, in Andrew Moore's concert, she sang Donizetti, and a duet by Guglielmi with James Waller, and reappeared after a long absence in December 1853 for Charles Packer.

She first advertised as a teacher in March 1851, and in July 1856 announced her removal from 6 Upper Fort-street, Sydney, to Pyne Cottage, Datchett-street, Balmain.

She and her husband suffered the deaths of at least three of their children, at the ages of 3 months, 4 years, and of the eldest son, William, in 1868, reportedly at 18 years (actually 20). This William was perhaps the "W. Pyne" who reportedly accompanied Andrew Fairfax and others at a "penny readings" concert Sydney in April 1867.

Caroline and her husband (who was working as a watchmaker and engraver as late as 1867) were still living at Datchett Street, Balmain, in the 1869 Sands directory. It seems likely that she was the Caroline Pyne who died that year, 1869, at Newtown, reportedly aged 48. Her husband disappeared from record in NSW after February 1870.


Documentation:

England (1820-50):

Baptisms solemnized in the parish of Walcot in the county of Somerset in the year 1820; register 1813-20, page 256; Somerset Archives

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/60857/images/42886_1831109388_0697-00272 (PAYWALL)

[1820 May] 10 / Caroline Daughter of / James & Sarah / Brewer / Barton Street / Apothecary . . .

"CHIPPENHAM HARMONIC SOCIETY", Bath Chronicle and Weekly Gazette (16 February 1843), 3

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The Third and last Concert for the present season, under the presidency Mr. Pyne (of Bath), took place on Tuesday evening. The room was well filled, and the Orchestra displayed a more than usual force of vocal and instrumental talents. Miss Brewer was "prima donna," and sang "Auld Robin Gray, and "And ye shall walk," in excellent voice, and with admirable effect . . . We must not withhold our meed of approbation from Mr. Pyne, who performed his duties to the complete satisfaction of all . . .

"MR. H. SIMMS's GRAND CONCERT AT THE ASSEMBLY ROOMS", Bath Chronicle and Weekly Gazette (12 May 1842), 3

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This Concert took place on Friday night . . . one of the richest and most delightful treats the whole season. The first part of the Convert was entirely devoted to Handel's celebrated Serenata, "Acis and Galatea," which is at present causing such a sensation the Metropolis . . . The second part comprised a miscellaneous selection from the works of Rossini, Bellini, Bishop, Haydn, &c, when, in addition to the above-named vocalists, we had Miss Caroline Brewer, (her first public performance) together with her justly celebrated master, Mr. Manners . . . Miss C. Brewer, pupil of Mr. Manners, has a mezzo soprano voice, of great compass and power, and in that most difficult aria Rossini's, "A che forse," quite electrified her auditory, and drew down the warmest applause from all parts of the room. We augur most favourably her future success . . .The company present amounted to upwards of five hundred.

"CHIPPENHAM", Bath Chronicle and Weekly Gazette (23 March 1843), 3

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Mr. W. Tanner's Benefit Concert, on Wednesday week . . . was decidedly one of the best ever given the Committee the Chippenham Harmonic Association . . . nor must we omit to mention of Miss Brewer, who participated largely in all the applause of the evening, and sang the air "With verdure clad," with great ability . . .

[News], Bath Chronicle and Weekly Gazette (4 May 1843), 3

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Mrs. Col. Ewart's Soiree Musicale, given last week, under the direction of Mr. Millar, was one of the most brilliant of the season, nearly the whole of our vocal professors being engaged. The selections were from the following eminent composers: - Attwood, Sir H. R. Bishop, Sir J. Stevenson, Dr. Callcott, Mozart, Rossini, Costa, Spohr, Rode, and others. The vocalists were Mrs. Millar, Miss Brewer, Mr. Millar, Mr. Milsom, Mr. Pyne, and Mr. B. Taylor; Mr. Hervey (clarionet). The selection gave great delight to the numerous fashionables present.

[Advertisement], Bath Chronicle and Weekly Gazette (29 February 1844), 2

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MISS CAROLINE BREWER, last Pupil of the late Mr. MANNERS, having frequently given lessons for him, begs respectfully to inform the Nobility, Gentry, and Public of Bath, and its Vicinity, that she intends to continue his system of VOCAL TUITION, in Classes and Private Lessons. Miss Brewer's Terms for the Classes are: -
The Quarter - Twice a week, Four Guineas.
Evening Engagements - Three Guineas.
Single Lessons - Half a Guinea. The Quarter - Seven Guineas.
2, Barton Buildings, Queen Square.

"WARMINSTER", Bath Chronicle and Weekly Gazette (15 August 1844), 3

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Miss Caroline Brewer, of Bath, gave a Concert at the Assembly Rooms on Wednesday evening, the 6th inst., which was very respectably attended. Miss Brewer's efforts, and those of the other performers, were received with great and well-deserved applause.

[News], Bath Chronicle and Weekly Gazette (24 December 1846), 3

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The Frome Choral Society gave a performance of Sacred Music from Handel's Oratorio the Messiah, on Tuesday evening last, in the National School Room, to a brilliant audience, aided by Miss Brewer, from the Bath Concerts. The band was led by Mr. Darnell, and the performance elicited the warmest applause.

"HARMONIC SOCIETY", Bath Chronicle and Weekly Gazette (11 February 1847), 3

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The second public concert of this society took place on Friday evening, the attendance being most numerous and fashionable . . . The lady contributors to the concert were the Misses Patton, Miss Hobbs, Miss Brewer, Mrs. F. Whitaker, Miss Copp, and Miss Newton, to whom the meed of applause was duly awarded . . . Miss Louisa [? Pyne] and Miss Hobbs had an arduous share of the task assigned to them . . . A beautiful duet, by Glover, sung Miss Hobbs and Miss Brewer, with taste and precision, met with the same marks of approbation . . .

"CHIPPENHAM, March 4", Bath Chronicle and Weekly Gazette (11 March 1847), 4

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An excellent concert was given at the New Hall, on Thursday evening, under the able direction of Mr. Bianchi Taylor, of Bath, assisted by Miss Patton, Mr. Milsom, Miss Hobbs, Miss Brewer, and Mr. Tanner. The room was well filled by highly-respectable company, amounting to about 250, who expressed, by their applause and the call for several encores . . .

1847, marriage solemnized . . . in the parish of Sts. Peter and Paul Bath in the county of Somerset; register 1837-76, page 84; Somerset Archives

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No. 168 / March 20th 1847 / William James Pyne / Full age / Bachelor / Engraver / 14 Abbey Church Yard / [father] James Kendrick Pyne / Professor of Music
Caroline Brewer / Full age / Spinster / - / 4 Abbey Church Yard / [father] James Hayward Brewer / Surgeon / Married in the Parish Church . . .

"MARRIED", Devizes and Wiltshire Gazette (25 March 1847), 3

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March 20, at the Abbey church, Bath, William James Pyne, to Caroline Brewer, daughter of the late James Brewer, esq., surgeon of Bath.

Sydney, NSW (1850-69):

Passengers per Blackwall from London, arrived [10 November 1850]; State Records Authority of NSW

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. . . Wm. James Pyne / Caroline Pyne & Son . . .

"ARRIVALS", The Sydney Morning Herald (10 December 1850), 2

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December 9. - Blackwall, ship, 838 tons, Captain Thorne, from Portsmouth 16th August. Passengers . . . Mr. and Mrs. Pyne, Mr. W. Pyne . . .

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (1 March 1851), 1

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MRS. PYNE, Professor of Singing, from the London, Bath, Bristol and Clifton Concerts, begs respectfully to inform the nobility, gentry, and public of Sydney and its vicinity, that she will be happy to accept evening engagements, and to give pianoforte and vocal tuition either by single lesson or per quarter.
Residence, 3 Palmer-street, near William-street, Woolloomooloo.

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (10 March 1851), 1

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PROMENADE CONCERTS. MR. A. EMANUEL, Professor of Music, begs to inform the Musical World that he intends giving a series of the above entertainments at the Royal Hotel, the first to take place on Wednesday, the 19th instant, and be continued weekly during the winter season. Mr. E. has for the occasions, engaged the City Band, under the able leadership of Mr. Hudson . . . and also with much pleasure, begs to mention that he has entered into an engagement with Mrs. Pyne, just arrived from the London, Bath, Bristol, and Clifton concerts, who will make her first debut before the Sydney public. Mrs. Emanuel, by the particular request of many friends, has kindly consented to assist as vocalist and will make her first appearance . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Abraham and Eliza Emanuel (musician, vocalist); George Hudson (musician, band leader)

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (19 March 1851), 1

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MR. EMANUEL'S FIRST GRAND PROMENDE CONCERT.
This Evening, Wednesday, the 19th Instant, AT THE ROYAL HOTEL.
PROGRAMME - PART I.
City Band - Cavatina de Norma - Bellini
Song - Mrs. Pyne, There's no Music like the Drum - Loder
Band - Quadrilles - Les Echo. Song - Mrs. Emanuel, The Rich Man's Bride by the author of Will you love me Then as Now?
Band - Favourite Polka - Lenter
Song - Mrs. Pyne, Of what is the old Man thinking - Knight
Band - By the margin of fair Zurich Waters
Song - Mrs. Emanuel, Yes, I have dared to love Thee.
The JUVENILE ETHIOPIAN SERENADERS will make their first appearance . . .
PART II.
Band - Albert Scottisch
Song - Mrs. Pyne, Love lurks in a laughing eye - Smith
Band - Set of Waltzes from the opera of the Bohemian Girl
Song - Mrs. Emanuel, the Prayer of the Nation - Balfe
Band - Ethiopian Quadrilles
Song - Mrs. Pyne, They tell me Thou'rt the favoured Guest - Balfe
Band - Drum Polka
Finale - God Save the Queen.
Commence at eight o'clock. Admission two shillings; children, half-price.

MUSIC: There's no music like the drum (E. J. Loder, from The Andalusian); Of what is the old man thinking (J. P. Knight); Love lurks in a laughing eye (Leigh Smith); They tell me thou'rt the favoured guest (Balfe)

"MR. EMANUEL'S PROMENADE CONCERT", Bell's Life in Sydney (29 March 1851), 2

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We were reluctantly compelled to defer our notice of Mr. Emanuel's concert last week. The performance went off with considerable effect; the announcement of a debutante, in the person of Mrs. Pyne from the English Provincial Concerts, being one of the principal attractions. This lady possesses a soprano voice of moderate compass, and sang very sweetly the touching ballad "Of what is the Old Man Thinking." With a little more confidence, she may become in the course of time a favorite with the Sydney public. Mrs. Emanuel also came forward as an amateur songstress, and sang with much feeling and effect . . . The audience was further entertained by the Juvenile Ethiopian Serenaders - Master Walter Howson on the banjo, Master Wallace on the accordion, and Masters Emanuel on the bones and tambourine. Hudson's very efficient Band was in attendance, and gave general satisfaction. We understand these entertainments will be continued (see advertisement) after the manner of the "Casinos," now held in such repute in London and Paris; dancing being introduced between the songs, in lieu of promenading; and from the fact of the charge for admission for the future being but nominal, we fully expect that a well-filled room will be the reward of Mr. Emanuel's exertions to promote the amusements of the Sydney community.

ASSOCIATIONS: Walter Howson (banjo)

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (2 April 1851), 1

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CITIZENS OF SYDNEY COME TO THE CASINO AND DANCE AWAY THE TROUBLES OF THE DAY.
MR. A. EMANUEL'S first PROMENADE CONCERT and CONCERT DANSANTE,
THIS EVRNING, Wednesday, April 2nd, AT THE ROYAL HOTEL.
Second appearance of Mrs. PYNE, from the Bath and Bristol Concerts.
PROGRAMME: PART I. Concert.
1. - Introductive Operatic Airs. - City Band
2. Vocal Duett - "Tell me where is Fancy bred." - Mrs. Emanuel and Mrs. Pyne. - Loder
3. Song - "The Newfoundland Dog." - Gentleman Amateur. - Russell
4. Ballad - "Scenes of my youth." - Mrs. Pyne. - Benedict
6. Ballad - "The Rich Man's Bride," by the author of "Will you love me then as now." - Mrs. Emanuel
6. Bacchanalian Song- "Kingly Wind." - Gentleman Amateur. - De Flotow
7. Song - "Should he upbraid." - Mrs. Pyne. - Bishop
8. Song - "The Home of the Brave." - Mrs. Emanuel - Donizetti
9. Duet - "The Syren and Friar." - Mrs. Pyne - and Gentleman Amateur
PART II. Dancing . . .

MUSIC: Tell me where is fancy bred (E. J. Loder); Scenes of my youth (Benedict); Should he upbraid (Bishop); The syren and friar (Louis Emanuel)

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (9 April 1851), 1

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SECOND PROMENADE CONCERT, ANO CONCERT DANSANTE, THIS EVENING, Wednesday, April 9 . . . PART 1. CONCERT . . .
3. Song - "Where the Bee sucks" - Mrs. Pyne - Dr. Arne . . .
6. Song - "My Mother bids me bind my hair" - Mrs. Pyne - Haydn.
9. Duet - "The Syren and Friar" - Mrs. Pyne and Mr. Barton - Emanuel.
PART 2. DANCING . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Mr. Barton (vocalist)

MUSIC: Where the bee sucks (Arne); My mother bids me bind my hair (Haydn)

"THE CASINO", Empire (14 April 1851), 2

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This very exhilirating place of amusement was again thronged on Wednesday last, and we were pleased to observe among the crowd a great number of the wives and daughters of our most respectable citizens. The vocal part of the entertainment was sustained by Mrs. Emanuel and Mrs. Pyne, supported by a young gentleman named Barton, who evidently did his best to please the audience. The dancing, which began at nine o'clock, was kept up with great spirit until nearly twelve.

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (23 April 1851), 1

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TRIUMPHANT SUCCESS. VENETIAN CASINO.
MR. A. EMANUEL'S PROMENADE CONCERT and Concert Dansante, This Evening, Wednesday, April 23rd, at the Royal Hotel.
PROGRAMME. CONCERT. PART 1 . . . 2. Vocal Duet, "I know a Bank" - Mrs. Emanuel and Mrs. Pyne - Horn
3. Song, "The Bonnie Wee Wife" - Mrs. Pyne - Mrs. Miles . . .
6. Cavatina, "I'll Follow Thee" - Mrs. Pyne - Farmer . . .
9. Song, "The Daisy" - Mrs. Pyne - Glover . . .

MUSIC: I know a bank (Horn); The bonnie wee wife (Mrs. Miles); I'll follow thee (Farmer); Song of the daisy (C. W. Glover)

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (30 April 1851), 1

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[Same programme as for 23 April above]

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (2 May 1851), 1

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CARD. - Mrs. PYNE, Professor of Singing. Terms may be known at her residence, Upper Fort-street, directly opposite the Flag-staff.

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (7 May 1851), 1

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VENETIAN CASINO. MR. A. EMANUEL'S PROMENADE CONCERT and CONCERT DANSANTE, THIS EVENING, Wednesday, May 7th, at the Royal Hotel . . .
2. Vocal Duet - "Tellme where is Fancy bred." - Loder. - Mrs. Emanuel and Mrs. Pyne.
3. Song - "Should he Upbraid." - Bishop. - Mrs. Pyne . . .
6. Song - "Wanted a Governess." - Parry. - Mrs. Pyne . . .
9. Ballad - From the Opera "Fair Rosamond." - Barnett. - Mrs. Pyne . . .

MUSIC: Wanted a governess (Parry)

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (14 May 1851), 1

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VENETIAN CASINO. MR. A. EMANUEL'S PROMENADE CONCERT and Concert Dansante, THIS EVENING, Wednesday, May 14, at the Royal Hotel.
1. Song - "As it fell upon a day." - Bishop. - Mrs. Pyne and Mrs. Emanuel
2. Cavatina - "Merry is the Greenwood." - Glover. - Mrs. Pyne . . . 6. Song - "The Flower Girl." - Linley. - Mrs. Pyne . . .

MUSIC: As it fell upon a day (Bishop); Merry is the greenwood (Glover); The flower girl (Linley)

"VENETIAN CASINO", Bell's Life in Sydney and Sporting Reviewer (17 May 1851), 2

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Mr. A. Emanuel's Promenade Concert and Concert Dansante continues to increase in attraction. On Wednesday last the room was thronged to excess, and the affair went off in a con spirito manner. Mrs. Emanuel and Mrs. Pyne sang several solos and duets in their accustomed tasteful and melodious manner, and were much applauded. Mr. Emanuel has throughout made great exertions to form a delightful species of entertainment for the citizens during the dreary winter nights, and is entitled to the thanks and patronage of the community for doing so. His remuneration in any event, considering the expenses incurred, can be but small, and we should regret that the conduct of a little and uncouth clique should annoy the many who enjoy the Casino, and the professionals who use every exertion to yield them amusement.

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (4 June 1851), 1

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VENETIAN CASINO. MR. A. EMANUEL's Promenade Concert and Soiree Dansante, This, Evening, Wednesday, June 4th, at the Royal Hotel . . .
Song, "Where the Bee Sucks." Calcott [sic, Arne] - Mrs. Pyne . . .
5. Song, "Scenes of my Childhood." - Balfe - Mrs. Pyne . . .
8. Song, "The Daisy." - Glover - Mrs. Pyne . . .

MUSIC: Scenes of my childhood (Balfe)

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (11 June 1851), 1

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VENETIAN CASINO. MR. A. EMANUEL'S Promenade Concert and Soiree Dansante, This Evening, Wednesday, June 11th, at the Royal Hotel . . .
2. Cavatina, "I'll follow Thee." Farmer. - Mrs. Pyne . . .
5. Canzonet, "The Myrtle Spray." Barnett - Mrs. Pyne . . .
8. Song, "The Poppy," (from The Songs of the Flowers.) Glover. - Mrs. Pyne . . .

MUSIC: The myrtle spray (Barnett); The poppy (Glover)

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (18 June 1851), 1

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[Same program as 11 June above]

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (25 June 1851), 1

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VENETIAN CASINO. MR. A. EMANUEL'S Promenade Concert and Soiree Dansante, This Evening, Wednesday, June 25th, at the Royal Hotel . . .
2. Song, "A Dark Eyed Maid." Auber - Mrs. Pyne . . .
5. Ballad, "I'll Speak of Thee." Maria Hawes - Mrs. Pyne . . .
8. Song, "The Harvest Queen." - Lavenu - Mrs. Pyne . . .

MUSIC: A dark eyed maid (Auber, arr. Loder, from Domino noir); I'll speak of thee (Maria Hawes); The harvest queen (by Lewis Henry Lavenu)

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (28 June 1851), 1

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VENETIAN CASINO, at the Royal Hotel, every Wednesday Evening . . . Mrs. Emanuel and Mrs. Pyne will sing during the evening several new and fashionable songs, of the most celebrated composers. Admission - One Shilling.

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (18 September 1851), 1

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MRS. PYNE, Professor of Singing, (from London,) respectfully informs the nobility and gentry of Sydney and its vicinity, that she gives lessons in singing and pianoforte. Classes at her residence twice a week. References of the highest distinction in Sydney can be given. Terms for schools and classes moderate. Residence, Upper Fort-street, opposite the Flag Staff.

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (26 November 1851), 3

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MR. A. MOORE has the honour to announce that he will give a Soiree Musicale at the ROYAL HOTEL, THIS EVENING, WEDNESDAY, the 26th November, 1851, under the patronage of His Excellency the GOVERNOR-GENERAL, and the Honorable MRS. KEITH STUART.
Mr. Moore will be assisted by Mrs. Pyne, Mr. Henry Marsh, Mr. Waller, M. Lonchamp, and Mr. Sigmont.
PROGRAMME. Part First. 1. Duet - Oh! Guardate che figura - Mrs. Pyne and Mr. Waller - Gugliemi . . .
4. Ah, fu un sogno - Donizetti - Mrs. Pyne . . .
Part Second . . . 2. Song, I'll follow Thee - Henry Farmer - Mrs. Pyne . . .
5. Canzonet, The Myrtle Spray - Barnett - Mrs. Pyne . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Andrew Moore (violin); Henry Marsh (piano); James Waller (bass vocalist); Jean Francois Lonchamp (flute); William Sigmont (piano)

MUSIC: Oh! Guardate che figura (Guglielmi); Ah, fu un sogno (Donizetti)

[Advertisement], Empire (14 December 1853), 1

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ROYAL HOTEL - Programme of Mr. Charles S. Packer's Grand Concert of Vocal and Instrumental Music.
- Thursday Evening, December 15th, 1863.
PART 1ST. - Madrigal, Now is the Month, Morley . . .
MS. Song, My heart is full of Bitterness (Uncle Tom's Cabin), Packer - Mrs. Pyne . . .
PART 2ND - Madrigal, The Silver Swan, Orlando Gibbons
Duett, I know not by what Spell (Maid of Honor), Balfe - Mrs. Pyne and Mr. Packer . . .
MS. Arietta, When Lovers are sighing (Lovers' Freaks), Packer - Mrs. Pyne . . .

"MR. PACKER'S CONCERT", Empire (17 December 1853), 5

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. . . Mrs. Pyne made her debut as a concert singer here. Her voice is a mezzo soprano of no very great compass or power, but it is very sweet on the upper notes. In a more favourable room for sound she would be heard to more advantage . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Charles Sandys Packer

"DIED", Bell's Life in Sydney and Sporting Reviewer (21 October 1854), 3

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On the 18th instant, in Upper Fort-street, Robert Owen, youngest son of Mr. W. Pyne, aged four years.

"DEATHS", The Sydney Morning Herald (28 April 1856), 1

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On the 25th April, at 6, Upper Fort-street, opposite the Flag-staff, Caroline Owen Pyne, aged 3 months.

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (24 July 1856), 8

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REMOVAL. - Mrs. PYNE, Professor of Singing and Pianoforte, removed from No. 6, Upper Fort-street, Sydney, to Pyne Cottage, Datchett-street, Balmain.

"PENNY READINGS AT THE TEMPERANCE HALL", Sydney Mail (27 April 1867), 2

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Some five or six months ago a number of young men in this city strenuously exerted themselves to obtain for themselves and their fellow-workmen the boon of a half-holiday on Saturday. They formed an association, and having, to a great extent, accomplished their primary object, they are now striving to find means to improve the time given for relaxation from toil, so as to insure not only a re-invigoration of the physical powers, but also the elevation and instruction of the mind. With this laudable object in view the association has initiated a series of entertainments at the Temperance Hall, called "Penny Readings," for the instruction and amusement of the working classes, similar to entertainments given in the mother-country with so much success. The first entertainment of the series was given in the Temperance Hall on Saturday evening, and was in every way a complete success; the hall was crowded . . . The songs were given by Messrs. A. Fairfax, G. S. Harden, W. Taylor, and A. Handcock, and Mr. W. Pyne presided at the pianoforte . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Andrew Fairfax (vocalist)

"DEATHS", The Sydney Morning Herald (12 February 1868), 1

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On the 10th instant, at the residence of his father, Datchet-street, Balmain, WILLIAM JAMES PYNE, aged 18 years.


Bibliography and resources:

James D. Brown and Stephen Stratton, British musical biography (Birmingham: S. S. Stratton, 1897), 332

https://archive.org/details/britishmusicalbi00brow/page/332/mode/2up (DIGITISED)

Harold Rosenthal, revised by Rosemary Williamson, "Pyne family", Grove music online

https://doi.org/10.1093/gmo/9781561592630.article.22596 (PAYWALL)

James Kendrick Pyne [3], Wikipedia

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/James_Kendrick_Pyne 







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