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"THE HIGHEST TYPE."
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DEPARTMENT,
WHITE-SMITH PUB. CO., BOSTON.
1. Gavotte.
Martini.
2. A Dream of Spring, Idylle.
F. W. Meacham.
3. Bright Stars Above Me, Transcription.
S. G. Cook.
4. Bells of the Chapel, Idylle. Paul Keller.
5. Beautiful Moonlight, Waltz. 1). Hartman.
6. Little Octoroon, Schottische.
J. N. Wheeler.
7. The Banjo Dance, Polka.
K. M. Stults.
1. A very pleasing Gavotte in F. An effec-
tive and not over difficult arrangement.
2. This is another of Mr. Meacham's many
creditable compositions. The melody is fully
suggestive of the appropriate title, and it is
treated in an effective and musicianly manner.
It is in G, and octaves are dispensed with. An
excellent piece for teachers.
3. A concert transcription of C. A. White's
sweet song of the same name. Mr. Cook dis-
plays originality and effectiveness in his ar-
rangement of the theme. It opens with an in-
troductory allegro, which introduces the air in
an andante movement, and by a gradual cres-
cendo, it is worked into a forceful finale. It is
suitable for medium grade pupils.
4. A descriptive idylle which is in every re-
spect pleasing. The arrangement is not difficult
and it should meet with a welcome from the
home musician. It is in the key of F.
5. A pretty set of waltzes in D flat, suitable
for amateurs. The strain is pleasing, but the
arrangement could be improved.
6. 7. Two compositions with an Ethiopian
flavor. 1—Is a sprightly schottische of the pop-
ular order. 2—Is from an old friend, R. M.
Stults, and is up to his usual standard. It is
catchy and is bound to be a favorite with
siffleurs before long.
1. Be Thou Nigh.
E. H. Bailey.
2. The Birth of Christ.
Louis Campbell-Tipton.
3. The Brigand's Love Song. H. W. Petrie.
4. When Other Eyes.
E. H. Bailey.
5. It Matters Not.
C. A. White.
6. Come Join the Dance.
C. A. White.
7. Love, Dearest Heart, Is Best. F. E. White.
8. The Bird with a Broken Wing.
C. Walter Gaylord.
9. Love's Token.
Roy L. Burtch.
10. The Tramp's Story.
Lloyd Wilson.
11. When the Coons Are on Parade.
J. VV. Wheeler.
1. A really excellent song for baritone or con-
tralto. It is simply but effectively arranged,
and ought to prove a holiday favorite. An ex-
cellent number for church or concert recitals.
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2. A beautiful Christmas song, full of spirit-
ual character and sweetness. The arrangement
displays originality in treatment, and is some-
what difficult. It is suitable for tenor or
soprano.
3. A bolera for baritone in which the compos-
er catches the spirit of the quaint and rollicking
love making of the brigand, and reduces it to an
air that is bound to be popular. Mr. Clyde's
words are excellent.
4. A meritorious song and chorus with words
by N. H. Putnam.
5. 6. Two songs by the author of " Marguer-
ite. " 5. Is a motto song full of that refined
sentiment for which the composer was noted.
6. A serenade arranged as a solo, or duet. It is
reminiscent of " Come, birdie, Come," and will
undoubtedly prove as popular. Mr. White's
music is always delightful.
7. A pleasant love song with pretty waltz
refrain. Words are by Elizabeth Watson.
8. A magnificent song from the pen of Mr.
Gaylord. It is a high class concert composi-
tion after the English School, and the words by
the composer are squally deserving of commend-
ation. It is written for contralto or baritone.
9. The inevitable waltz song.
Decidedly
above the average and will prove a favorite
with the public. The musical arrangement is
simple.
10. A waltz song of the popular order.
11. An Ethiopian march song that cannot
fail to be popular. It is decidedly Harrigan-
esque, and possesses all the swing and go that
ensure success. The words by H. G. Wheeler
are excellent.
We have also a number of part songs and
Christmas music—anthems and glees—which
serve to exemplify the activity of the White-
Smith Pub. Co.
S. BRAINARD'S SONS CO., CHICAGO.
1. Day Dawn, Ballad.
Luigi Arditi.
2. Selected Studies from Loeschhorn,
(opus 66).
E. Liebling.
1. A dignified and musicianly composition
that must commend itself to high class singers.
Like so many of Arditi's popular productions, it
is in waltz tempo, and while it is not well with-
in the compass of the ordinary vocalist, the
musical setting is not difficult. The verse is by
Mowbray Marras. " Day Dawn " was composed
expressly for Mile. Louise Nikita.
2. This is a most important contribution to
the many pianoforte studies already extant.
Mr. Liebling has rendered a great service to
teachers by the care and ability exercised in
giving us such a well edited edition of Loesch-
horn. All superfluous repetitions have been
eliminated, and it is carefully graded, reviewed,
fingered and annotated. It is a work that is in-
valuable to teachers and pupils.
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MJS[N English friend of the late Charles Gou-
®=a nod says that the composer's piano was
unique. The top of the instrument slid back,
and discovered a writing desk, and beneath this
were the keys. Here Gounod used to compose.
On one side of the room was a bookcase contain-
ing his original scores. One of his treasures
which he was very proud to point out to visitors
was a manuscript score by Mozart. His home
at St. Cloud, near Paris, was the house which
his mother used to occupy. His favorite resort
was the summer house overlooking the river;
here he loved to sit and muse. He was very
childlike in behavior, and nervously afraid of
strangers.
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