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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 March 2023, 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.

BUCHAN, Thomas Johnston (Thomas Johnston BUCHAN; T. J. BUCHAN)

Musician, singing master, teacher of singing, precentor (Presbyterian), school teacher

Born Dron, Perthshire, Scotland, 15 July 1834; baptised Dron, 1 August 1834; son of Robert BUCHAN and Amelia JOHNSTON
Arrived Melbourne, VIC, 2 November 1858 (per White Star, from Liverpool, 20 August)
Married Eliza MASHAM (1842-1924), VIC, 1866
Died Geelong, VIC, 24 February 1911, aged "76"

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Thomas+Johnston+Buchan+1834-1911 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-B-5.php#BUCHAN-Thomas-Johnston (shareable link to this entry)

Documentation:

Baptisms, Dron, Perthshire, 1834; Scotland, Select births and baptisms

https://www.ancestry.com.au/discoveryui-content/view/20701659:60143 (PAYWALL)

1 August 1834 / born 15 July 1834 / Thomas son of / Robert / Buchan

Scotland census, 30 March 1851, Kinnoull, Bridgend, Perthshire; UK National Archives

https://www.ancestry.com.au/discoveryui-content/view/1032095:1076 (PAYWALL)

Robert Buchan / 70 / Head // Amelia Buchan / 47 / Wife //
Thos Johnston Buchan / 16 / Son // Jas Alexander / 14 / Son . . .

Names and descriptions of passengers per White Star, from Liverpool, 20 August 1858, for Melbourne; Public Record Office Victoria

https://prov.vic.gov.au/archive/3B0C80DE-F96C-11E9-AE98-ED2B240F609A?image=147 (DIGITISED)

. . . 2514 / T. J. Buchan / 24 / Shepherd / [Scotch] // Jas. A. [Buchan] / 22 / [Shepherd] / [Scotch] . . .

Teacher record, Thomas Johnston Buchan, from 1860; Public Record Office Victoria

https://prov.vic.gov.au/archive/3AD17403-F7E4-11E9-AE98-2535B4F19863?image=321 (DIGITISED)

Thomas Johnston Buchan / Born 15 July 1834 // Wellington St. Collingwood / 9 Aug to 30 Sep. 1860 // Licensed Teacher of Singing . . . Died 24 February 1911 . . . Geelong

"THE NEWS OF THE DAY", The Age [Melbourne, VIC] (28 October 1868), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article177008496 

MUSIC IN RELATION TO PRAISE formed the subject of a lecture, given in the old Richmond Presbyterian Charch, Lennox-street, yesterday evening, by Mr. T. J. Buchan, precentor to the congregation. There was an unusually large attendance for a gathering of the kind, and the lecturer succeeded thoroughly in interesting the audience by his appreciative style of treating the subject. The choir of the church also rendered him material assistance by illustrating the lecture with a variety of choice pieces of psalmody. At the termination of Mr. Buchan's remarks a hearty vote of thanks was accorded to him, to his choristers, and to Dr. Stewart, Mayor of Richmond, who presided.

ASSOCIATIONS: Music in Presbyterian churches (general)

[News], The Argus [Melbourne, VIC] (29 October 1868), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5831113 

A lecture was given in the Richmond Presbyterian Church on Tuesday evening by T. J. Buchan, the conductor of the choir of that church, on the subject of music. The mayor of Richmond presided. The lecturer gave an interesting sketch of the rise and progress of music amongst the ancient Greeks, and of the potent influence it had on their civilisation, instancing, as an example of the power they attributed to it, the story of "Orpheus and Eurydice." He next showed that the study of music was not only known, but in a comparatively high state of perfection, in Britain long before the Roman invasion, in the Druidical worship, which was greatly musical. The lecturer concluded with a complaint of the apathy with which congregations of worshippers now generally regarded this aid to devotion. The choir rendered selections at intervals during evening. The lecture was well attended, about 250 persons being present.

[News], The Argus (12 July 1870), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5825489 

The members of tbo Richmond Presbyterian Church choir met at the residence of Mr. David Mitchell, Burnley-street, on Thursday evening last, and presented their late leader, Mr. Thomas J. Buchan, with a handsome testimonial in recognition of his services during the past six years. The testimonial consists of an inkstand manufactured from an emu's egg, and beautifully mounted in frosted silver. It was furnished by Messrs. Walsh Brothers, of Collins-street, and reflects credit on their establishment.

ASSOCIATIONS: David Mitchell (musical amateur); see also "NEWS OF THE DAY", The Age (12 July 1870), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article189332472 

[News], The Argus (7 March 1876), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article7434002 

A complimentary benefit was given last night in the Temperance-hall, Russell-street, to Mr. T. J. Buchan, by the singers who were engaged in a series of concerts which he had conducted in connexion with the Caledonian Society. There was a fair attendance, and the performance, which comprised singing, bagpipe playing, and Highland dancing, obtained the marked approval of the audience.

ASSOCIATIONS: Scottish traditional music in Australia (general)

"DEATHS", The Argus (25 February 1911), 11

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article10881953 

BUCHAN. - On the 24th February, at "Balmanne," Fenwick-street, Geelong, Thomas Johnston, the beloved husband of E. Buchan (late of Education department), aged 76 years. No flowers.

"OBITUARY. MR. T. J. BUCHAN", Geelong Advertiser [VIC] (27 February 1911), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article149036174 

The remains of a very old and highly esteemed resident of Geelong, the late Mr. Thomas J. Buchan, formerly singing master in the State schools of Geelong, were interred in the Presbyterian portion of the Eastern Cemetery on Saturday afternoon in the presence of a large and representative gathering . . .

BUCHANAN, Peter (Peter BUCHANAN; Mr./Dr. BUCHANAN)

Musical amateur, vocalist, lecturer on national music

Active Brisbane, NSW (QLD), 1850-51

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Peter+Buchanan+QLD+1850s (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-B-5.php#BUCHANAN-Peter (shareable link to this entry)

Documentation:

"SCHOOL OF ARTS", The Moreton Bay Courier [Brisbane, NSW (QLD)] (5 January 1850), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article3712490

The general meeting of the subscribers to this institution took place on Thursday evening last, for the election of officers, and for amending the rules of the society. Mr. Duncan was re-elected President; Dr. Hobbs Vice-President; and Mr. Langridge Secretary. The following persons were elected as a committee for, the, current year, viz.: - Dr. Cannan, and Messrs. Richardson, Poole, Bulgin, Swan, Dowse, J. Petrie, and Taylor. A lecture on music is to be delivered by Mr. Buchanan on Thursday the 24th instant; and we are glad to learn that measures are in progress for the formation of a music class from amongst the members of the society.

ASSOCIATIONS: William Augustine Duncan (president)

[Advertisement], The Moreton Bay Courier (19 January 1850), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article3709612 

BRISBANE SCHOOL OF ARTS. MR. PETER BUCHANAN will deliver a Lecture on NATIONAL MUSIC, with Vocal Illustrations,
in the Court-house, On THURSDAY, January 24th, 1853, At 7 o'clock, P. M.
Subscribers and their families admitted free. Non-Subscribers 6d each.
J. S LANGRIDGE, Sec'y.

"MUSICAL LECTURE", The Moreton Bay Courier (26 January 1850), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article3715700

There was a numerous and respectable attendance at the School of Arts on Thursday evening last, to hear Mr. P. Buchanan deliver a lecture on music, and the company were well rewarded for their attendance. For nearly three hours Mr. Buchanan entertained his audience by alternately tracing from history the antiquity and power of music, and illustrating its effects upon the feelings through the means of national airs. The songs were English, Irish, and Scotch. Mr. Buchanan has a clear and pleasing voice, more particularly adapted to the plaintive old airs of Scotland and Ireland. "The flowers o' the forest," "Annie Laurie," and "Savourna Dheelish," were sung in a manner that deservedly elicited much applause. We were favoured for the first time with the new song called "Cead mile failte, Erin abon," which was written upon the occasion of her Majesty's late visit to Ireland, and the music of which has lately been published in the Illustrated London News. The air, although not strikingly original, is pleasing, and the repetition of the burden national and exciting. The recollection of the interesting event upon which this song was founded, and the hope of happy results therefrom, seemed to be present with all the company, for the approbation that followed was of that earnest character which is only given when the feelings are appealed to. At the conclusion of the lecture, a vote of thanks to Mr. Buchanan was carried by acclamation, accompanied by a request that at no distant day he would continue the subject. We feel much pleasure in recording this first public effort to create a taste for the practice of music, and we hope, with the President, that it may lead to the establishment of a music class amongst the members of the Brisbane School of Arts, and to the Substitution of a pleasing and healthful accomplishment for the injurious qualities that have hitherto been so largely cultivated amongst the working classes. The President announced that on that night four weeks Mr. Poole would deliver a lecture upon Poetry.

MUSIC: Cead mile failte! Erin aboo (music by John Smith)

"ANNIVERSARY RELIGIOUS MEETING", The Moreton Bay Courier (23 March 1850), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article3713257 

The first anniversary social meeting of the congregation worshipping under the ministry of the Rev. C. Stewart, was held in the Court-house, at North Brisbane, on Wednesday evening last. After tea the business of the evening was preceded by a version of the hundredth psalm, and prayer . . . The sacred solo "Rock'd in the cradle of the deep," was sung by Mr. Buchanan, and Mr. Langridge next delivered an address on the desirableness of unanimity among Christians. The proceedings were closed by a hymn, and the company separated. More than three hundred persons were present.

MUSIC: Rock'd in the cradle of the deep (J. P. Knight)

[Advertisement], The Moreton Bay Courier (27 April 1850), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article3713232

BRISBANE SCHOOL OF ARTS, ON Thursday next,
MR. P. BUCHANAN will deliver a second Lecture on NATIONAL MUSIC, illustrated by selections from the Songs of Burns.
Subscribers and Families admitted free. Non-subscribers Sixpence each.
J. S. LANGRIDGE, Secretary.

"LECTURE ON MUSIC", The Moreton Bay Courier (4 May 1850), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article3714304

Mr. Buchanan delivered a second lecture on National Music, with vocal illustrations, at the Brisbane School of Arts last Thursday evening. The attendance was numerous and respectable, and the lecturer was well received and strongly applauded throughout. Mr. Buchanan upon this occasion confined his illustrations to Scottish songs, and, in particular, the songs of Burns, some of the more humorous of which he sang with good effect. At the conclusion of the lecture, the first stanza of "God save the Queen" was sung by the company upstanding; and a vote of thanks to Mr. Buchanan was carried by acclamation. The evening's entertainment was a most agreeable one. A book is now open at the School of Arts for the enrolment of names of persons intending to join the music class.

"NATIONAL EDUCATION", The Moreton Bay Courier (21 December 1850), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article3712028 

A meeting of the friends of National Education was held at North Brisbane on Thursday evening; Mr. W. A. Duncan in the chair, for the purpose of considering the best means of raising the sum (£100 necessary for obtaining aid from the Government.) It appeared that although the land for the proposed school-house and teachers' residence has been granted, only about one third of the sum above named has been subscribed. In order to assist the funds, Mr. Duncan intimated his willingness to deliver two lectures, on political subjects, in the latter part of next month; and Mr. Buchanan undertook to give a musical lecture on 8th of January; the money received for admission on each occasion to be paid into the National School fund. It is a pity that so good a cause should depend for its support upon such slender aids . . .

[Advertisement], The Moreton Bay Courier (4 January 1851), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article3712638

NATIONAL EDUCATION FUND. MUSICAL ENTERTAINMENT.
MR. P. BUCHANAN will give a MUSICAL ENTERTAINMENT, in the COURT HOUSE,
North Brisbane, on WEDNESDAY EVENING, January 8, 1851, at half-past 7 o'clock.
N.B. - Tickets of Admission, 1s. each, to be had at Messrs. Richardson's, Poole's, and Eldridge's.
The proceeds of the above to be applied towards the erection of a National School House in North Brisbane.

BUCK, Frederick (Amandus Friedrich BUCK; ? BÜCK; Fritz BUCK; Frederick BUCK)

Musician, pianist, organist, composer, farmer, commission agent, immigration agent

Born (Germany), c. 1827
Married (1) Mary GRALLERT (d. 1864), ? Hamburg (Germany), ?
Arrived Melbourne, VIC, 24 August 1853 (per Wilhelmsburg, from Hamburg, 17 May)
Arrived Hobart Town, TAS, by c. 1856
Married (2) Elizabeth NICHOLAS (d. 1893), Bothwell, TAS, 23 May 1866
Died Newtown, TAS, 28 December 1901, aged "74"

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Frederick+Buck+c1827-1901 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

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Documentation:

"SHIPPING INTELLIGENCE. ARRIVED", The Argus [Melbourne, VIC] (25 August 1853), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4796131 

August 24. - Wilhelmsburg, ship, 950 tons, F. H. C. Muller, from Hamburg 17th May. Passengers - cabin: Messrs. D. G. Kieritz, Wrist, Elfers, Schindler, Hessleir, Buck, Manvedel [Marwedel], Dr. C. N. D. Shrader, surgeon, and five hundred and three in the intermediate and steerage. Westgarth, Ross and Co., agents.

ASSOCIATIONS: Ernst Marwedel (d. 1901); the names of the Bucks and Marwedels do not appear in the list of immigrants per Wilhelmsburg:

https://prov.vic.gov.au/archive/3404E19C-F96C-11E9-AE98-FBBBD63BD0BC?image=61 (DIGITISED)

Births, Victoria, 1853; Births, deaths, and marriages Victoria, 12/1853

https://my.rio.bdm.vic.gov.au/efamily-history/63c702e25658a3216f7f38a3/results?q=efamily 

Adolf Wilhelm Friedrich / Born at sea on board the Wilhelmsburg / [son of] Amandus Friedrich Buck / Marie Henriette Grallert

[Advertisement], Colonial Times [Hobart, TAS] (8 December 1853), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article8774965 

NOTICE OF PARTNERSHIP. THEIR undersigned beg to state that they have established a HOUSE under the firm of
MARWEDEL, BUCK & CO., Melbourne,
MARWEDEL, BUCK & CO., Hobart Town,
MARWEDEL, BUCK & CO., Hamburgh, Germany,
for the transaction of a GENERAL IMPORT and COMMISSION BUSINESS in the above places.
All. orders intrusted to the care of either of the Colonial Establishments, or direct to the Hamburgh Branch, will be executed with care and punctuality.
FEDOR MARWEDEL.
ERNEST MARWEDEL.
FREDERICK BUCK.
Melbourne Stores and Office, 110, Flinder's Lane, West, opposite Allison and Knight's.
Hobart Town Stores and Office, New Wharf, corner of Montpelier-street.

"DIED", The Argus [Melbourne, VIC] (21 February 1854), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4803403 

On the 15th instant, at Richmond Terrace, Adolph, only son of Mr. Frederick Buck, aged 7 months.

Passengers per Neumühlen, from Hamburg, 20 October 1856, arrived Hobart, 27 January 1857; Staatsarchiv Hamburg, Passagierlisten; 373-7/I/VIII A 1 Band 010

https://www.ancestry.com.au/discoveryui-content/view/5627190:1068 (PAYWALL)

. . . Grallert, Maria / 27 . . .

"SHIPPING INTELLIGENCE. PORT OF HOBART TOWN. ARRIVED", The Tasmanian Daily News [Hobart, TAS] (29 January 1857), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article202990263 

Jan. 27. - Neumuhlen, 646, Wooerman, from Hamburgh 25th October, with general cargo.
Passengers, cabin - Mrs. Heaver, Mrs. Buck, Mr. Orustrup, and 33 immigrants (all for Melbourne). Agents, Tondeur, Lempriere & Co.

1857, births in the district of Hobart Town; Tasmanian names index; NAME_INDEXES:962460; RGD33/1/7 no 942

https://stors.tas.gov.au/NI/962460 

https://stors.tas.gov.au/RGD33-1-7p27j2k (DIGITISED)

[No.] 942 / October 10th [1847] / - / Male / [son of] Frederick Buck / Mary Buck formerly Grallert / Farmer . . . Glenorchy / [named after registration] Emil Raimund

1859, births in the district of Hobart Town; Tasmanian names index; NAME_INDEXES:964546; RGD33/1/7 no 3028

https://stors.tas.gov.au/NI/964546 

https://stors.tas.gov.au/RGD33-1-7p264j2k (DIGITISED)

[No.] 3028 / November 24th [1859] / Otto Wilhelm / Male / [son of] Frederick Buck / Mary Buck formerly Grallert / Farmer . . . Glenorchy

1864, deaths in the district of Hobart Town; Tasmanian names index; NAME_INDEXES:1225644; RGD35/1/7 no 4620

https://stors.tas.gov.au/NI/1225644 

https://stors.tas.gov.au/RGD35-1-7p051j2k (DIGITISED)

[No.] 4620 / 20th August [1864] / Marie Henriette Christiana Buck / Died Glenorchy / Born Germany / Female / 30 years / Music Master's wife . . .

"DEATHS", The Mercury [Hobart, TAS] (22 August 1864), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article8827990 

BUCK. - On the 20th inst., at Mary's Hope, Glenorchy, Marie Henriette Christiana, the beloved wife of Mr. Frederick Buck, and daughter of Mr. Wm. Grallert, Hamburg, in the 30th year of her age. The funeral will move from Rosetta Cottage, Glenorchy, on Tuesday next, the 23rd inst., at 3 p.m.

[Advertisement], The Mercury (29 December 1864), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article8830242 

CONCERT IN AID OF THE ALL SAINTS' ORGAN FUND,
Under the Special Patronage of MRS. GORE BROWNE,
Will be given at DEL SARTE'S ROOMS, ON THURSDAY, THE 29TH INSTANT.
PROGRAMME - PART 1.
1. Overture - "The Siege of Corinthe" - ROSSINI
2. Ladies Chorus - "Martha" - FLOTOW
3. Song - "The Wanderer" - FESCA
4. Duet - "Il Trovatore" - VERDI
5. Solo - "Der Freyschuitz" - WEBER
6. "The Daughter of the Regiment" - DONIZETTI
7. Song - "Dream Land" - CLABIBEL
8. Duett - "Martha" - FLOTOW
9. Piano Solo - "Galop de Bravoure" - ASCHER
IO. Chorus - "Oberon" - WEBER
An interval of ten minutes.
PART 2.
1. Overture - "Les Hugenots" - MEYERBEER
2. Quartett - "Oberon" - WEBER
3. Duett - "Martha" - FLOTOW
4. Solo - "Muleteer's Song" - PUGET
5. Duet - "Lucrezia Borgia" - DONIZETTI
6. Trio -"Il Barbiere de Seville" - ROSSINI
7. Ballad - "Victorine" - MASSET
8. Choruses - "Il Trovatore" - VERDI
9. Solo - "Largo al factotum" - ROSSINI
10. God Save the Queen.
Conductor. HERR BUCK.
Doors open at half-past 7. Performance to commence at 8 o'clock.
Single tickets, 3s., or Family Tickets to admit four persons, 10s. each, can be obtained at Mr. Westcott's, Bookseller, Collins-street; Mr. Fletcher's, Liverpool-street and Messrs. Walch & Sons, Macquarie and Elizabeth-streets.

ASSOCIATION: Harriet Gore Brown (wife or governor, Thomas Gore Brown, patron); Del Sarte's Rooms (Hobart venue)

"ALL SAINTS' ORGAN FUND CONCERT", The Advertiser (30 December 1864), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article264730512 

A concert in aid of All Saints' Organ Fund, took place last evening, at Del Sarte'e Rooms, under the especial patronage of Mrs. Gore Browne. The weather was not favorable, but His Excellency the Governor, and a numerous and fashionable audience were present on the occasion. The programme embraced, in addition to several charming songs, a variety of solos, duetts, trios, quartetts, and choruses, selected from the classical music of Flotow, Verdi, Weber, Donizetti, Rossini, Meyerbeer, &c., and those choice morceaux were delightfully given by a large company of lady and gentlemen amateurs. Herr Buck was Conductor, and presided at the pianoforte most efficiently; and the frequent and prolonged bursts of applause, proved that the exertions of all were fully appreciated.

1865 'THE MERCURY.', The Mercury (27 June 1865), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article8833630 

The Concert in aid of the fund for the relief of the orphan family of the late Rev. Mr. Bennett at Del Sarte's room was very successful as regards numbers, the room being greatly crowded, and the programme being ably sustained by the lady and gentlemen amateurs. The first part of the programme embraced duetts, glees, solos, and choruses, and some of the pieces were encored. The second part commenced with a pianoforte solo, "Le Bois Chaste," followed by a chorus, ballad, trio, glees, and other favorite selections, with which the audience was much pleased. Mr. Frederick Buck was conductor. The financial result will, no doubt, afford satisfaction to the promoters of the concert.

[Advertisement], The Mercury (12 September 1865), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article8834921 

MR. FREDERICK BUCK having arranged to hold his CLASS MEETINGS at DEL SARTE'S ROOMS,
Will be prepared after the 1st of October next, to meet the wishes of a number of Pupils,
who cannot take their Music or Singing Lessons at home, by giving those lessons at the above rooms.
A Class for Part-Singing, and one for German, on WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON.
Terms on application at the Rooms, on Wednesdays, from 10 till 11 a.m.

[Advertisement], Tasmanian Morning Herald (13 November 1865), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article169040800 

WEBB'S ASSEMBLY ROOMS. THIS EVENING, MONDAY, Nov. 13
For the Benefit of MADAME FANNY SIMONSEN. LAST AND FAREWELL APPEARANCE Of the SIMONSENS
In their Serio-comic characteristic and musical Entertainment,
Assisted by Mr. FREDERICK BUCK, The distinguished Pianiste, Who has kindly offered his services for the occasion . . .
PROGRAMME. - PART 1.
"Sweet Spirit hear my Prayer," (WALLACE) - Miss WARDEN
Piano Solo - "La Tapida Dance characteristic du perdu," (Hertz) - Mr. F. BUCK
"Love's Request,"(Reichard) Miss LIDDLE
"Complaint," from the opera The Prophet (Meyerbeer) - Mad. Fanny SIMONSEN
Frntasie on the Miserere from Il Trovatore (Simonsen) - Martin SIMONSEN
"Joy and Gladness," concert valse (Belfe) - Miss WARDEN
"Heimathsklange Oberlander" (Gunge) - M. SIMONSEN
Cavatina from the opera Lucia di Lammermoor (Donnizetti) - Mad. Fanny SIMONSEN
Intermission of ten minutes.
PART 2.
Character Song - "Selina Sly, or the troubles of a Housemaid," (Caulfield) - Mad. Fanny SIMONSEN
Piano Solo - Valse brilliante (Tedesco) - Mr. F. BUCK
Scotch Song - "Jessie's Dream (McFarren) - Miss WARDEN
Shadow Danse Aria from the opera Dinorah (Meyerbeer) - Mad. Fanny SIMONSEN
Comic Song - "As if you didn't know (Glover) - Miss LIDDELL
"The Echo," caprice romantic without accompaniment (Simonsen) - Martin SIMONSEN
By request - "Dost thou love me, sister Ruth! (Perry) sung in character by Mad. SIMONSEN and Miss LIDDELL . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Fanny and Martin Simonsen (vocalist, violinist); Geraldine Warden (vocalist); Maggie Liddle (vocalist)

[Advertisement], Portland Guardian [VIC] (21 May 1866), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article64636528

NEW MUSIC. FOR SALE AT THE GUARDIAN OFFICE . . . The Young Recruit, march . . .

1866, marriages in the district of Bothwell, Tasmania; Tasmanian names index; NAME_INDEXES:867427; RGD37/1/25 no 3

https://stors.tas.gov.au/NI/867427 

https://stors.tas.gov.au/RGD37-1-25p2j2k (DIGITISED)

[Np.] 115 / May 23rd 1866 / Bothwell Church / Frederick Buck / of full age / Gentleman /
Elizabeth Nicholas / of full age / Spinster . . .

"ALL SAINTS' CHURCH ORGAN FUND", The Mercury (8 January 1867), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article8843647 

A concert in aid of the All Saints' Church Organ Fund took place at Del Sarte's Rooms last evening, under the patronage of His Excellency the Governor and Mrs. Gore Browne, both of whom were present. The attendance was very numerous and highly respectable, and the entertainment was most successful. The programme comprised many choice selections, both vocal and instrumental, the whole of which were rendered in a style exhibiting great care, and reflecting credit upon the conductor, Mr. Frederick Buck. To what amount the organ fund has been benefited by the concert did not transpire last evening, but from a rough estimate it was stated to be something approaching to £40.

"THE DORCAS SOCIETY", The Mercury (9 August 1867), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article8847416 

A concert in aid of the funds of that most deserving institution the Dorcas Society is to be given at Del Sarte's Room, on Monday evening, 26th instant, when the ladies and gentlemen who so ably performed at the concert in aid of the organ fund of All Saints' Church, given some weeks ago, have again volunteered their services, and will be assisted by other well-known amateurs, and the members of the Orchestral Union. The concert will be conducted by Mr. Frederick Buck. It is under the patronage of Mrs. Gore Browne, and is managed by an influential ladies' committee, as will be seen from the advertisement. The claims of the Dorcas Society are too well known to require our advocacy, and we feel sure that the efforts of the benevolent ladies who exhibit such an interest in it will be crowned with success.

[Advertisement], The Mercury (26 August 1867), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article8847715 

CONCERT, IN AID OF THE FUNDS OF THE DORCAS SOCIETY,
(THIS) MONDAY, the 26th August, 1867, AT DEL SARTE ROOMS,
Under the Patronage of HIS EXCELLENCY THE GOVERNOR, AND MRS. GORE BROWNE.
PROGRAMME. PART I.
Reissiger's Quartette in D Piano, Flute, Viola, and Violoncello
Serenade - "In this horr of softened splendour."
Trio, Soprano, Tenor, Baritone - "Gondoliera"
Song - "Will o' the Wisp."
Spohr's "Bird and the Maiden" - Song with flute accompaniment.
Duett from Belisar.
Duett - Two Sopranos and Chorus from Mendelssohn's Hymn of Praise
Pianoforte Solo, chiefly for left hand - "Dream on the Sea Shore," (Mr. Buck).
Air from Amilie - "What is the spell" Soprano
Chorus, by desire, Rossini's Carnival
PART II.
Mozart's Overture Zauberflote - Piano Duett, Flute, Viola and Violoncello
Preghiera from Rossini's Mose in Egitto
Soprano Song - "Spirit of Spring"
The Flower Song from Gounod's Faust
Duett, Soprano and Tenor - "Now stay, good, nag, thy ambling."
Duo concertant - "The two Foscari" - Pianoforte and Flute.
Scena from Lucia di Lammermoor.
Bishop's "Where art thou beam of light?"
Recitatif and Aria - "Dove Sono" - Mozart's Figaro.
,Duett Soprano and Tenor - Lucrezia Borgia.
Song (Mr. McIntyre)
Chorus - Bishop's "Now tramp o'er moss and fell."
GOD SAVE THE QUEEN.
Conductor - Mr. Frederick Buck, assisted by Messrs. Tapfield, Russell, Gagliardi, &c. . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Giacinto Gagliardi (flute); Samuel Tapfield (musician); William Wilkins Russell (musician)

[Advertisement], The Mercury (27 August 1867), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article8847738 

PIANOFORTES BY AUCHER FRERES, PARIS.
SEMI COTTAGE, 7 Octaves, trichord, treble, patent repeater action, in rosewood and walnut, 45 guineas.
FOLDING KEYBOARD PIANOS, 7 Octaves, trichord, patent repeater action, &c, in rosewood or walnut, 65 guineas.
DITTO OBLIQUE, £5 higher.
COTTAGE PIANOS, (best model made) 7 Octaves, trichord, oblique, patent repeater action, &c, in rosewood or walnut 85 guineas.
Eight Medals have been awarded to Aucher Freres for these pianos, amongst which is the Gold Medal from the London Exhibition.
These Instruments are on an entirely new, most substantial, and elegant plan of splendid tone, material, and workmanship, and can be confidently, recommended both for price, beauty, and richness of tone and finish, to the Musical Public of Tasmania.
The undersigned has models on view at his house, and receives orders for any of the above.
FREDERICK BUCK, Holbrook Place, Upper Davey-street.

"ST. GEORGE'S ORGAN FUND", The Mercury (7 October 1867), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article8848334 

A concert, with readings, was given on Friday evening at St. George's school-room, Battery Point, in aid of the funds of St. George's Organ Fund. The instrumental portion of the entertainment was under the direction of Mr. Frederick Buck, and comprised some very excellent pianoforte selections, among them Wilner's beautiful solo, "A summer's day in Norway," and a fantasia from Lucia . . .

"WORKING MEN'S CLUB", The Tasmanian Times (10 October 1867), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article232855948 

There was a musical, entertainment given on Tuesday evening at the Working Men's Club, under the direction of Mr. Frederick Buck. The entertainment was very numerously attended, and comprised miscellaneous pianoforte and vocal selections. The piano played on was the colonial built one recently turned out by Messrs. Winter & Farnfield, who kindly lent it for the occasion. The pieces were capitally rendered, and gave general satisfaction.

ASSOCIATIONS: Robert George Winter (pianoforte maker); George Farnfield (cabinet maker)

"MADAME SIMONSEN", The Mercury (14 October 1867), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article8848433 

Our musical readers will be glad to learn that Monsieur and Madame Simonson are again about to visit Hobart Town, their intention being to give a series of four subscription concerts . . . We understand the arrangements for Madame Simonson's visit have been entrusted to Mr. Frederick Buck, who will also assist in the concerts, so that our readers may anticipate a musical treat of somewhat rare occurrence.

"MADAME SIMONSEN'S CONCERT", The Mercury (15 November 1867), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article8848994 

M. and Madame Simonsen gave their fourth concert last evening in presence of a very numerous and highly fashionable audience. They were ably assisted, as on previous occasions, by Mr. Frederick Buck, and a novel feature was introduced by the introduction of a duett between Madame Simonsen and Miss Sherwin, a young lady amateur previously well known as a favorite concert and drawing room vocalist . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Sarah Elizabeth Sherwin (vocalist)

1867, births in the district of Hobart; Tasmanian names index; NAME_INDEXES:971233; RGD33/1/9 Image 314 no 9718

https://stors.tas.gov.au/NI/971233 

https://stors.tas.gov.au/RGD33-1-9_314 (DIGITISED)

No. 9718 / 3rd December [1867] / Friederike Elizabeth / Female / [daughter of] Frederick Buck / Elizabeth Buck (formerly Nicholas) / Professor of Music . . .

"IMMIGRATION AGENT", Launceston Examiner (26 December 1868), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article36701502 

The Evening Mail says: - Mr. Frederick Buck, of Davey-street, the well-known musician, being about to return to Germany, has been appointed immigration agent under the immigration act of 1867. Mr. Buck will put himself in communication with the authorities in Germany, and will show on what terms and under what conditions grants of land will be given to persons coming out at their own expense under that act. Mr. Buck is very sanguine of success, but not more so, we think, than he is warranted in being. Germany is just the ground to be tilled for immigrants.

But see the later editorial, The Mercury (8 March 1872), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article8919106 

"BIRTHS', Launceston Examiner (27 January 1870), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article39672983 

BUCK. - On 30th November last, at Elmsbutel, Hamburg, Altona, Prussia, Mrs. Frederick Buck, of a son.

"BIRTH", The Mercury (28 October 1871), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article8873802 

BUCK. - On the 5th September, 1871, at Eimsbuttel, Altona, Prussia, Mrs. Frederick Buck, of a son.

"TASMANIA. Hobart Town, March 25", Evening Journal [Adelaide, SA] (26 March 1872), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article196738960 

The North German immigrant ship Eugenie arrived on Sunday with 198 passengers on board; also Herr Buck, an immigration agent. During the passage eleven deaths occurred, principally of children.

And see also, "HOBART TOWN", Weekly Examiner [Launceston, TAS] (25 May 1872), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article233099575 

"CONCERT", Tasmanian News (26 June 1888), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article163542862 

A concert under the patronage of the Commandant and officers of the Defence Force in aid of a family in distress was given in St. David's Schoolroom last evening. There was a large attendance, including a number of the Defence Force. The Garrison Band, under their able conductor, Mr. W. T. Bates, led off with the "Golden rose" in their now well-known style, and during the evening gave two other selections . . . The piece de resistance was the piano and French horn obbligato, the piano solo being taken by Herr Buck, and the French horn by Bandmaster Bates. The title of the piece is "Waldmann's Lust" (Forester's delight), and is the composition of Herr Buck, and we are informed the first composition for the French horn ever written by a Tasmanian composer. It might well be called reminiscences of Weber and Mendelssohn, both of whom wrote largely for this instrument. Difficult as the French horn is acknowledged to be, Mr. Bates has certainly mastered it, and it is to be hoped that many will have the pleasure of hearing him on this instrument on future occasions. Herr Buck is to be complimented on having given the music-loving public such a piece, and in having found so able an exponent of it in Mr. Bates. It opens with the introduction, "Daybreak," followed by an imitation zither solo; next comes an adagio, "Prayer for safe return"; allegretto first leading Waldhorn signal, "Reveillee"; maesto [sic], "In the forest," with echo, which was exceedingly well rendered; second signal, "Fanfare"; cantando, "Rest all take"; maesto, "Farewell to the forest"! and allegro, third Waldhorn signal; "Hallah" ("Home with the brush") . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Walter Tennyson Bates (1854-1905, musician)

"DEATH", Tasmanian News (16 August 1893), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article173649458 

BUCK. - At Brading, Isle of Wight, Elizabeth, wife of Herr Frederick Buck, M.A., Hobart, and eldest daughter of the late George Nicholas, of Nant, Bothwell. R.I.P.

"OBITUARY", Tasmanian News (28 December 1901), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article185275138 

Herr Frederick Buck, one of Tasmania's premier musicians in days gone by, passed away to-day. The deceased, who was a German by birth, arrived in Tasmania some fifty years ago, and in the early seventies held the position of immigration agent in connection with a German immigration scheme that was initiated by the Tasmanian Government in the sixties. At one time of day he occupied a leading position in the community, and being an accomplished musician he assisted in many ways to give first-class music a fillip down South. He had high intellectual qualities, was a good linguist, and large-hearted to a degree. Of late years the subject of this notice was buffeted a great deal about on the storm-tossed ocean of life. His sanguine temperament and splendid physique enabled him to weather many a hard gale, but the time came when he was unable to make the headway he wished, and he was forced reluctantly on to a barren coast-line where money was not at all plentiful and friends but few. He was 74 years of age.

Burial records, 29 December 1901, for Frederick/Fritz Buck; Tasmanian Names Index; NAME_INDEXES:1541443

https://stors.tas.gov.au/NI/1541443 

https://stors.tas.gov.au/AF35-1-2$init=AF35-1-2p102 (DIGITISED)

[Buried] 29.12.1901 / Frederick Buck / Church of England [buried in section] / 74 years

https://stors.tas.gov.au/AF70-1-26$init=AF70-1-26P397JPG (DIGITISED)

[Buried] 29th December 1901 / Fritz Buck / age 68 / Musician / Late residence: New Town Charitable Institute / Roman Catholic

"OBITUARY", The Mercury (30 December 1901), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article9577046

Herr Frederick Buck died on Saturday, aged 74. Though feeble from declining years, he had, up to within a few days of his death, been able to keep about in the open air, and his end was somewhat unexpected. He was an old Tasmanian resident, having arrived here some 50 years ago, and as a talented musician he occupied a prominent and useful position in the community, and had at one time possessed a nice little property in the Glenorchy district, where he had hoped to find a permanent home. Misfortunes, however, befell him. He accepted the position of immigration agent for the Tasmanian Government, went home to his native country, and was instrumental in bringing to the colony many useful German families, who, settling down to industrial pursuits, have become prosperous members of the community. The undertaking did not bring much profit to Herr Buck, but rather involved him in trouble, the result of his too sanguine aspirations to do something that should place his name on the scroll of fame. Meanwhile, his position as one of the premier musicians of Tasmania became weakened. Younger and more pushing competitors entered the field, and, with advancing years, the once popular musician, step by step, dropped into the rear ranks, and friends became few. He was a good linguist, and accomplished in many ways outside his musical profession, and as long as he had means, was liberal handed, even beyond the limits of discretion. His name will long be honoured with that of Herr Schott. They were contemporaries in musical circles some twenty years ago, and both, in their special spheres, did much to advance musical culture in Hobart.

ASSOCIATIONS: James Arthur Schott (musician); see also summary in "OUR LETTER HOME", The Mercury (4 January 1902), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article9577289 

"REVIEW OF THE YEAR 1901", The Mercury (1 January 1902), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article9577126 

At Newtown, December 28, Fritz Buck, musician, aged 74.

"AT THE CAPITAL (From Our Own Correspondent) HOBART, Tuesday", Daily Telegraph [Launceston, TAS] (1 January 1902), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article153805150 

One of the old-time musicians passed away this week. Fritz, or Frederick Buck, was a German professor of music, who came out to Tasmania three or four decades ago. He was possessed of private means, of strong and original powers, of a generous and sanguine temperament, and of musical talent above the common. The deceased was strongly identified with a scheme which promoted German immigration to Tasmania in the sixties, and his labors in this respect are historical. Hundreds of people who knew Frederick Buck said that he had genius. It is really difficult to say with precision what genius is. It may be described, scarcely, perhaps, defined. It is not one thing, nor is it many things, but it is the one subtle result of a number of causes, subordinated into harmony and completeness. However, one will not give an essay on genius, but simply content one's self by remarking that the subject of this notice possessed cleverness, talent, taste, and imagination of a rare order. Of late years things financially got stony with Frederick Buck. He had lost the attraction be once commanded in musical circles and he became too old for clerical or manual duties. Speaking shortly he struck the sand of adversity hard, and had to seek shelter under the cape of charity, which, after all, is not as warm as it might be in this world. The once gay, impulsive, chatty Buck died a little over the age allotted by the psalmist, mourned by a few friends who knew him in his palmy days as a good open-hearted fellow, whose motto was always eat, drink, and be merry to-day, for to-morrow we die.

"CLACKERY", The Clipper (1 March 1902), 7

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article83084257 

HERR BUCK, recently deceased at the Newtown Institute, keenly felt the degradation of poverty in old age, and bitterly resented the ingratitude of his adopted country that in denying him an old-age pension, relegated him to the poor house. Buck was college educated and master of several tongues, also a most capable musician and fearless critic, who had done much towards elevating the standard of Tasmanian music. While going through some MS files the other day the CLIPPER editor discovered the following in the deceased's handwriting, which should not fail to appeal to even such hopeless Tories as the Lewis push: -
"Herr Buck, the German Immigration Agent for the Colony while the Immigration Act was in force, who introduced German and Scandinavian settlers - so often extolled by the Daily Davies and Snoozes as capital taxpayers - and the same H.B., ex-German Consul for this colony and dependencies, now enters a harbor of refuge at the N.T.C.I., as a fit reward for his contribution to the prosperity of this colony since his arrival here from Victoria in 1852." When poor old Herr Buck finally passed away - perchance to gain that rest and happiness denied the unfortunate in this life, where man's ingratitude to man no longer troubles the weary soul - the daily papers didn't fail to extol the merits of the deceased, while they carefully avoided even a reference to his sojourn in the poor-house. Perhaps even the toady press now and again feels some qualms of conscience, and would that this so-called Christian people recognised their responsibility for the welfare of the aged poor.

Extant musical works:

The young recruit march (after Kücken, by 1866)

The young recruit march, introducing Kücken's favorite air, for the piano forte ([Hobart] Tasmania: J. Walch and Sons, [by 1866]); "M. L. Hood, lith., Hobarton"

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/9854516

https://stors.tas.gov.au/ILS/SD_ILS-538818 (DIGITISED)

ASSOCIATIONS: James Walch and brothers (publishers); Major Lloyd Hood (lithographer)

MUSIC CONCORDANCES: The young recruit (by Friedrich Wilhelm Kücken; arr. George Linley)

Other works:

Handbook for emigrants, the British Colony of Tasmania, compiled from government statistics and other Official records . . . by Frederick Buck [Handbuch für Auswanderer. Die Brittisch-Australische Colonie Tasmanien . . .] (London: Australian and New Zealand Gazatta, 1870)

https://books.google.com.au/books?id=rKcvOqz9onYC (DIGITISED)

City of Hobart Town . . . Of public institutions . . . may be mentioned . . . five Concert Halls . . . Musical Societies . . . Theatre . . .

BUCKINGHAM FAMILY

Musicians, vocalists, instrumentalists

Active Australia and New Zealand, 1830s-60s

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Buckingham+family+of+entertainers (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-B-5.php#BUCKINGHAM-Family (shareable link to this entry)

BUCKINGHAM, George (George BUCKINGHAM; George Harvey BUCKINGHAM; G. H. BUCKINGHAM; G. BUCKINGHAM)

Comedian, actor, vocalist, dancer, manager, general agent, publican, "emancipist", ? ex-convict

? Born England, 17 November 1808; baptised St. Mary Magdalene, Woolwich, 9 July 1809; son of George BUCKINGHAM (1783-1822) and Catharine GANNEY (1790-1862)
Arrived Sydney, NSW, by late 1832 (or much earlier)
Married Ann Jane JESSOP (1819-1861), Sydney, NSW, 21 July 1834
Departed Sydney, NSW, 4 December 1843 (per City of Sydney, for Auckland)
Died Orange, NSW, 25 April 1862, aged "66"

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=George+Buckingham+1808-1862 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-B-5.php#BUCKINGHAM-George (shareable link to this entry)

BUCKINGHAM, Ann Jane (Ann Jane BUCKINGHAM; [1] Mrs. Simon GLOGOSKI; [2] Mrs. Frank TOWERS)

Musician, vocalist, ballad singer, pianist, entertainer, dancing instructor

Born Sydney, NSW, 5/7 October 1835; baptised St. Philip, Sydney, 8 November 1835; daughter of George BUCKINGHAM and Ann Jane JESSOP
Departed Sydney, NSW, 4 December 1843 (per City of Sydney, for Auckland)
Married (1) Simon GLOGOSKI ("Samuel Glogoski" [sic]), Armidale, NSW, 29 January 1858
Departed Newcastle, 9 September 1862 (for Otago, New Zealand)
Married (2) Frank TOWERS (d. 1886), Sydney, NSW, 1882 ("Mrs. TOWERS" since late 1860s)
Died Whoro, India, 19 November 1887

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Ann+Jane+Buckingham+Glogoski+Towers+1835-1887 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-B-5.php#BUCKINGHAM-Ann-Jane (shareable link to this entry)

BUCKINGHAM, George (junior) (George Robert BUCKINGHAM; George BUCKINGHAM, junior)

Musician, flute player, vocalist

Born Launceston, VDL (TAS), 6 November 1839; baptised St. John's, Launceston, 8 January 1840; son of George BUCKINGHAM and Ann Jane JESSOP
Departed Sydney, NSW, 4 December 1843 (per City of Sydney, for Auckland)
Died (drowned) Croisilles Harbour, NZ, 19 August 1864

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=George+Robert+Buckingham+1839-1864 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-B-5.php#BUCKINGHAM-George-junior (shareable link to this entry)

BUCKINGHAM, Rosetta (Rosetta BUCKINGHAM; "Mrs. W. H. HAYES")

Musician, vocalist

Born Melbourne, VIC, 13 August 1842; daughter of George BUCKINGHAM and Ann Jane JESSOP
Departed Sydney, NSW, 4 December 1843 (per City of Sydney, for Auckland)
Married (common law) William Henry HAYES, c. 1862
Died (drowned) Croisilles Harbour, NZ, 19 August 1864

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Rosetta+Buckingham+1842-1864 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-B-5.php#BUCKINGHAM-Rosetta (shareable link to this entry)

BUCKINGHAM, Walter (Walter BUCKINGHAM)

Musician, flute player, vocalist

Born Auckland, NZ, 10 May 1847; son of George BUCKINGHAM and Ann Jane JESSOP
Died Melbourne, VIC, 28 June 1895, aged "48"

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Walter+Buckingham+1847-1895 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

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BUCKINGHAM, Conrad (Conrad Sidney BUCKINGHAM; Conrad BUCKINGHAM)

Musician, flute player, vocalist

Born Auckland, NZ, 8 December 1849; son of George BUCKINGHAM and Ann Jane JESSOP
Died Sydney, NSW, 22 September 1906

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Conrad+Buckingham+1849-1906 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-B-5.php#BUCKINGHAM-Conrad (shareable link to this entry)

BUCKINGHAM, Henry (Henry Douglas BUCKINGHAM; Henry BUCKINGHAM; Harry BUCKINGHAM)

Musician, vocalist, picco player

Born Auckland, NZ, 24 September 1852; son of George BUCKINGHAM and Ann Jane JESSOP
Died Sydney, NSW, 16 September 1915

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Henry+Douglas+Buckingham+1852-1915 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-B-5.php#BUCKINGHAM-Henry (shareable link to this entry)

BUCKINGHAM, Alfred William (Alfred William BUCKINGHAM)

Born Auckland, NZ, 6 October 1854
Died NZ, 1864

BUCKINGHAM, Emily Esther (Emily Esther BUCKINGHAM; Mrs. Sydney LAMBERT)

Born Sydney, NSW, 1857; daughter of George BUCKINGHAM and Ann Jane JESSOP
Married Sydney LAMBERT, Dunedin, NZ, 30 January 1877
Died Parramatta, NSW, 1900

BUCKINGHAM, Arthur Stewart (Arthur Stewart BUCKINGHAM)

Born Wollongong, NSW, 25 June 1860
Died New Lambton, NSW, 18 July 1937

Documentation:

? Baptisms solemnized in the parish of St. Mary Magdalene, Woolwich, in the year 1809; register, 1746-1812; London Metropolitan Archives

https://www.ancestry.com.au/interactive/1624/31280_199079-00465 (PAYWALL)

Buckingham / George [son] of George & Catherine / [born] Nov. 17 1808 / [baptised] [July] 9

"THEATRE-ROYAL, SYDNEY", The Sydney Herald [NSW] (31 December 1832), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12846015 

On Wednesday evening [26 December] the Comic Muse made her debut in this Colony with a good grace. The public had been long anxiously awaiting her appearance, and hailed her with unfeigned pleasure. It had been found impossible to prepare the large Theatre by the Christmas holidays, and, consequently, a tasty stage was fitted up in the saloon of the Royal Hotel, and a tier of boxes erected, with the necessary seats, in the pit. The whole arrangements had been carried into effect with a view to accommodate the public, who commenced arriving until the house was crowded, to witness the nautical melo-drama, in three acts, of BLACK-EYED SUSAN, or, ALL IN THE DOWNS . . . WILLIAM (Mr. Meredith) . . . his wife, BLACK-EYED SUSAN, (Mrs. Love) . . . Doggrass (Mr. Buckingham) . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: John Meredith (actor); Harriet Love (actor, also "Mrs. Jones" below); Barnett Levey (proprietor, manager); Theatre Royal (Sydney company), temporary stage at the Royal Hotel (Sydney venue)

"LEVEY AND BUCKINGHAM", The Currency Lad (30 March 1833), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article252636341 

. . . Levey has told his story - and in common justice we must tell Buckingham's. The latter is a person with whose superior theatrical talents every one who visits the theatre must be acquainted. Buckingham is an emancipist; most of the other principal performers are emigrants. These latter received two and three pounds per week, while the former received thirty shillings. It appears that he had made several applications for an increase of salary, according to the merits of his performance, and it was repeatedly refused. Why or wherefore no one knew, until at length his friends informed him that it was because he was an emancipist. Nettled at this paltry distinction, he, naturally enough, expressed his indignation . . . The affair, however, was after all amicably settled between the parties; Buckingham's salary was increased to two pounds, and all went on smoothly, till the Monitor, most unadvisedly, raked up the subject . . .

NOTE: Despite probably reliable reports that George Buckingham was an emancipist, no record has been found of a convict arrival of that name, or of his emancipation; however, if true, he would almost certainly have been in the colony for at least seven years previously; see also "TO THE EDITOR OF . . .", The Sydney Monitor (3 April 1833), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article32143426 

[2 advertisements], The Sydney Monitor (1 June 1833), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article32143848 

THEATRE ROYAL, SYDNEY. FOR AULD LANG SYNE.
ON TUESDAY, 4TH JUNE, 1833, BEING FOR THE BENEFIT OF MESSRS. MACKIE AND VALE,
Will be performed for the first time at this Theatre, that interesting Melo-Drama IN TWO ACTS, THE MILLER'S MAID.
In the course of the evening the following Songs.
"When the Rosy Morn appearing." "Clown's Catalogue of Odd Fish."
"Rifum Tifum, (in character.") "Annot Lyle."
"The Ladies! God bless them." "The Dashing White Sergeant."
For the first time, that celebrated Dance, THE HIGHLAND FLING, IN CHARACTER.
The whole to conclude with the laughable Farce, IN TWO ACTS, OF THE DEVIL TO PAY.
The part of Jobson, by Mr. BUCKINGHAM, who has kindly consented to appear in that character for this night only,
and who will sing the favourite Song, "To lose my Wife's a Trifle" . . .

THEATRE ROYAL, SYDNEY. FOR THE BENEFIT OF MR. BUCKINGHAM.
On TUESDAY, JUNE 11TH, WILL BE PERFORMED, FOR THE FIRST TIME,
Colman's Melo-Drama, in Two Acts, CALLED, THE ADOPTED CHILD.
AT the conclusion of the First Act, will be introduced, a grand COMBAT Between Messrs. MACKIE & BUCKINGHAM.
An Opera Hornpipe, by a professional gentleman, who has kindly offered his services for this occasion only.
THE SONG OF "Such an Actor I did grow," BY MR. DUDDRIDGE.
AFTER WHICH, That celebrated Interlude, in one Act, LOVERS' QUARRELS.
A Comic Song by MR. LEVEY.
A COMIC DANCE, After the manner of Messrs. Ridgeway's, by Messrs. BUCKINGHAM & MACKIE.
THE BALLED "Oh! no my Love no," BY MRS. LOVE.
A Piece by a Lady & Gentleman.
THE WHOLE TO CONCLUDE WITH THE SPECTRE BRIDEGROOM.
Doors open at Six o'Clock; and on account of the length of the performance, the curtain will positively rise at Seven.
Tickets to be had of Mr. Buckingham, two doors from the Globe Tavern; at Mr. Moffitt's, King-street; and at the Bar of the Royal Hotel, George-street.
VIVANT REX ET REGINA!

ASSOCIATIONS: Angus B. Mackay (actor, dancer); William Dudderidge (vocalist, actor)

PLAY: The miller's maid (by John Faucit Saville)

MUSIC: To lose a wife's a trifle (comic song, Colman)

"THEATRE", The Australian (7 June 1833), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article42006758 

ON Tuesday night last, a numerous and most respectable audience attended the Theatre to witness the melo-drama called the Miller's Maid, with the farce of the Devil to Pay, for the benefit of Messrs. Mackie and Vale. Mackie as Giles played well, as did Meredith as Matty Marvellous. George the Sailor, by Mr. Vale, we did not like, and we consider Mr. Buckingham's Miller a complete failure . . . In the Devil to Pay, Mr. Buckingham played the character of Jobson, we do not consider his performance of this part equal to Meredith's. A variety of songs were introduced between the pieces, some of which were encored. We would advise Mr. Huffnell and Mr. Buckingham not to attempt comic songs again, for such vile trash as they attempted to palm on the public for singing, we never heard before . . . Mr. Buckingham's Benefit will take place on the 11th instant', he has provided a good bill of fare for the entertainment of the Public, and from the popularity of this Gentleman a crowded house is anticipated.

"To the editors", The Sydney Herald (18 July 1833), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12847300

GENTLEMEN, - It having been reported by some malicious person, that Mr. George Buckingham refused to play for the benefit of the widow of the late Mr. Laverty, I beg to slate, that Mr. B. not only played the principal exempt in the Tale of Mystery, and Pantaloon in the Pantomime, but that he exerted himself on the occasion, in a manner that satisfied those, who are considered capable of criticising a Theatrical performance.
yours, &c. L. B.

ASSOCIATIONS: Frances Laverty (actor)

[Advertisement], The Sydney Herald (3 October 1833), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12847848 

Theatre Royal, SYDNEY.
THE Public are respectfully informed, that the SYDNEY THEATRE will commence its Season on SATURDAY, 5th October, 1833,
when His Majesty's Servants, at the rise of the Curtain, will sing the National Anthem "GOD SAVE THE KING."
After which, an ORIGINAL ADDRESS, written expressly for the occasion, by Mr. KNOWLES, and to be spoken by him.
The Dramatic Performance will commence with that much admired Melo-drama, in Two Acts, the Miller and his Men.
Count Frederick Friberg - Mr. HARPUR.
Karl (his Servant) - Mr. BUCKINGHAM.
Grindoff (the Miller) - Mr. GROVE.
Lothair (a young peasant) - Mr. KNOWLES.
Kelmar - Mr. VALE.
Riber, Krutz, Golotz, Banditti, Soldiers, Millers.
Ravina - Mrs. DAWES.
Lunetta - Mrs. COVENEY.
Claudine - Mrs. LOVE.
This Piece will conclude with the CONFLAGRATION of the MILL, and DESTRUCTION of the BANDITTI . . .
Stage Manager, Mr. CAVENDISH; Acting ditto, Mr. KNOWLES; Leader of the Orchestra, Mr. EDWARDS; Principal Violincello, Mr. SIPPE . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Opening night of the new theatre; Daniel Parsons Grove (actor); Conrad Knowles (actor, manager); William Joseph Cavendish (stage manager, musician); John Edwards (leader, violin); George Sippe (cello)

PLAY: The miller and his men (Pocock)

"THEATRICAL BENEFIT CONCERT", The Sydney Herald (21 April 1834), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12849167 

On Friday evening last, the principal performers of the Sydney Theatre gave their first Concert at the Pulteney Hotel . . . The entertainments opened with the Hunting Chorus, in Der Freischutz," by the whole of the company, which obtained loud applause, several gentleman remarking, that they had not heard such a full and harmonious piece of vocal music in the Colony . . . "Rest Thee Babe," arranged as a quartette followed, between Mrs. Taylor, Mrs. Jones, Mr. Buckingham and Mr. Grove, (Mr. Knowles presiding at the piano), and was sung with great sweetness and melody. This finished Part the First. Part the Second commenced with the glee of "Drink to me only &c." . . . "Shades of Evening" followed; after which, "Auld Lang Syne," between Mrs. Taylor, Mrs. Jones, Braham, and Buckingham, (Mr. Knowles at the piano-forte) which was appreciated by the audience and encored. "God save the King," by the whole of the Company, wound up the Evening's Amusements. On Saturday, another Concert was given at the Pulteney Hotel, which was rather thinly attended; the performers, however, sung with spirit, and the orchestra had improved. Another Concert will take place to-morrow evening (Tuesday), when a full house is expected.

ASSOCIATIONS: Maria Taylor (vocalist, actor); Harriet Jones (formerly "Mrs. Love", as above); Mr. Braham (vocalist); Pulteney Hotel (Sydney venue)

"THEATRE", The Sydney Monitor (11 April 1835), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article32148665 

Several persons of capital have become joint lessees of the Theatre which opens to night under the management of Mr. Joseph Simmons, with the favorite piece of Luke the Labourer. The old favorites Messdames Taylor and Jones, and Messrs. Knowles and Buckingham, will make their re-appearance . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Joseph Simmons (actor, vocalist, manager)

"BIRTH", The Sydney Gazette and New South Wales Advertiser (13 October 1835), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2200628 

On Wednesday last, the 7th October, the wife of Mr. George Buckingham, the Comedian, of a daughter.

Baptisms, St. Philip's church, Sydney, 1835; Australia, births and baptisms database

https://www.ancestry.com.au/discoveryui-content/view/1169755:9776 (PAYWALL)

https://www.bda-online.org.au/mybda/search/biographical-report/31001068302 (PAYWALL)

8 November 1835 / Born 5 October 1835 / Ann Jane / daughter of George and Ann / Buckingham / Comedian

"QUIDS AND QUIDDITIES. COURT OF REQUESTS SYDNEY, 9th Inst. . . . Whitfield v. Buckingham", The Sydney Gazette and New South Wales Advertiser (12 January 1836), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2202205 

The plaintiff sought to recover £2 the value of a song book lent to the defendant some three or four months back, which was lost by the latter.
Mr. Buckingham an extensive dealer and agent lives in Barrack Lane, and one evening being musically inclined, hied him to the plaintiff and requested the loan of the book in question to copy therefrom "Oh rest thee my baby," to sing to master [sic, ? miss] Buckingham who was restless at night, but would lay "peaceful slumbering" in his cradle, when lulled by rich tones of his father's voice. The book was lent and Mr. B. hurried home, strung his guitar and struck in an adagio movement, into the charmed air, which hushed the restless babe. This was continued for several nights, when a friend happened to call Mr. B. in an unguarded moment, lent the treasured book, which never found its way back, and plaintiff was at last acquainted that the book had strayed.
Mr. B. now contended that £2 was a most exorbitant demand for the article; he was willing to pay a reasonable price for the book, but as books were now selling he could purchase several such for the sum sought for.
Mr. Therry. - It does appear to me that £2 is a targe sum for a song book. What kind of book was it Mr. Buckingham?
Mr. Buckingham. It was a tolerable good book, your Honor; I don't wish to run down the article; it contained:
"Should he upbraid"
"The mountain maid"
"A down in the valley"
"Sally of our alley"
"The old Commodore,"
And many more favourite songs, which however I can purchase for a much lower sum than £2. If the plaintiff will give me time I think I can recover the original which I will seek for, and return; but if I fail in doing so, I hope your Honor will reduce the charge to something reasonable, otherwise it will spoil my singing for some time. Verdict for £1 if the book is not returned in a fortnight.

ASSOCIATIONS: Roger Therry (lawyer)

"DRAMA", The Sydney Gazette and New South Wales Advertiser (13 December 1836), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2208284 

"Blue Beard," after a long rest was again produced on Saturday night . . . Mr. Buckingham was very respectable as Shacabac, a favorite slave of Blue Beard - made one in the duet of "Tink a Tink," and "A fond Husband will after a conjugal strife" decently, although singing is out of his line . . . sbelieve it. Mrs. Jones was lively and attractive as Beda, and sang well, "Tink a Tink" and "The Lively Serenade." The piece on the whole went off well . . . - Rep.

MUSIC: Tink a tink (Michael Kelly); A fond husband will after a conjugal strife (song) or as set Some husbands will after a conjugal strife (Kelly)

[Advertisement], The Sydney Times (14 January 1837), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article252653398 

Theatre Royal, Sydney.
THIS EVENING, the performance will commence with the admired and interesting Drama of the SOMNAMBULIST; or the Phantom of the Village.
M. de Rosambert, Mr. Knowles; Edmund, Mr. Spencer; Ernestine, Mrs. Taylor.
A Comic Dance, by Mr. Fitzgerald.
After which, Mr. Buckingham will sing the favorite Song, called the "Batch of Conundrums."
The whole to conclude with the Fairy Spectacle, called OBERON; or the Charmed Horn.
C. KNOWLES, Manager.

See also, [Advertisement], The Sydney Gazette and New South Wales Advertiser (14 January 1837), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2208853 

. . . Mr. Buckingham as "Billy Black," will give his "Bundle of Conundrums" . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Albert Spencer (actor); Dennis Fitzgerald (dancer, actor)

[Advertisement], The Sydney Monitor (18 January 1837), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article32154576 

THEATRE ROYAL SYDNEY . . . MR. SIMES'S BENEFIT, MONDAY, JANUARY 23, 1837 . . .
Mr. BUCKINGHAM will appear for this Night only as DOCTOR SYNTAX, and Sing the New and admired Comic Song called - "NOTHING AT ALL" . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Thomas Simes (actor)

MUSIC: Nothing at all ["In Derry down dale when I wanted a mate . . ."] (song)

[Advertisement], The Sydney Herald (30 January 1837), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12861089 

Theatre Royal, Sydney.
MRS. JONES RESPECTFULLY begs to inform her Friends and Patrons, that her BENEFIT is fixed for Monday, January 30 . . .
The Evening's Entertainments will conclude with the Operatic Extravaganza, by Moncrieff, called
Giovanni in London; OR, THE LIBERTINE RECLAIMED.
Act 1st, Scene 1st. The Infernal Regions by Torchlight.
Don Giovanni (for the first time) Mrs. Jones.
Firedrake, Mr. Buckingham.
Demons, Messrs. Dyball and Fitzgerald.
Song - Fly not yet, Mr. Buckingham.
Pray, Goody, Mrs. Jones.
Succubus and Brimstone, Mrs. M. Jones and Miss Jones
Song - I've kissed and I've prattled, Mrs. Jones
Pluto, Mr. Spencer
Proserpine, Miss Douglass
Glee - From our Infernal Regions, turn out . . .
ACT 2nd . . . Scene 4th . . . Glee - We laugh at the hour, Messrs. Buckingham, Lane, Lee, Dyball, &c. . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Mr. Dyball (actor); Matilda and Matilda Jones (performers, mother and daughter); Ellen Hatch Douglass (actor); John Herman Selwyn Lee (actor, vocalist)

PLAY (with songs): Giovanni in London (Moncrieff, with songs)

MUSIC: Fly not yet, 'tis just the hour (Moore and Stevenson)

[Advertisement], The Sydney Times (11 February 1837), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article252653416 

Theatre Royal, Sydney. FOR THE BENEFIT OF MRS. LARRA . . . Monday, February the 13th, 1837 . . .
Between the Pieces a variety of Entertainments, viz.: -
Comic Song - "The Royal Visitors," by MR. LEVEY.
The Tullochgoram Reel, by Mr. Goring HEWSON [sic].
THE HIGHLAND FLING BY MR. FITZGERALD.
Comic Song - "What are you at? what are you arter?" by Mr. Buckingham . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Mary Ann Larra (actor); Young Hewson (dancer)

MUSIC: What are you at? what are you arter? (comic song)

Theatre Royal, Sydney. FOR THE BENEFIT OF MR. LEE . . . MONDAY EVENING, FEBRUARY 20 . . .
Comic Song in character, "I never says nothing to nobody," BY MR. BUCKINGHAM . . .

MUSIC: I never says nothing to nobody (comic song, by Thomas Hudson)

"THE THEATRE", The Sydney Monitor (1 March 1837), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article32155040 

Zara, or the Gypsey's Fate, was performed on Monday and last evening . . . Knowles and Buckingham were interesting, throughout in their parts, particularly the first. There was bungling in the scenes and movements as usual . . . The music too, played always either too soon or too late; every one can perceive when it ought to commence and cease except the proper person; although Mr. Buckingham began to sing, the leader of the band would not join . . .

"DRAMA", The Sydney Gazette and New South Wales Advertiser (21 March 1837), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2210013 

Friday being St. Patrick's Day, the Theatre was opened in the evening, out of the usual course, but so short a notice had been given of this indication, that the audience was not by any means so numerous as it otherwise would have been. The pieces were "The Rake's Progress" and "The Young Reefer." Mrs. Taylor sung the popular song of "Kate Kearney," and was vociferously encored. This lady's voice is recovering its wonted strength and mellowness. Mr. Buckingham broke down in two attempts at comic songs. The Amateur who was to have sung "Kitty O'Lynch" disappointed the audience; indisposition was assigned as the reason. Mr. Dyball, however, substituted "Quarter Day" in its place, which was well received . . .

[Advertisement], The Sydney Herald (27 March 1837), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12857108 

THEATRE ROYAL, SYDNEY. THIS EVENING, March 27, 1837, DOG OF MONTARGIS.
To conclude with DON GIOVANNI; Don Giovanni, with all the original Songs, Mrs. Taylor, her first appearance in that character this season;
Leperello, Mr. Buckingham, his first appearance in that character.
BY ORDER OF THE LESSEE.

"THE THEATRE", The Australian (31 March 1837),

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article36854727 

On Easter Monday the performances commenced with The Dog of Montargis, in which the dog was very successful, and like the other actors required occasional prompting, but was not guilty of gagging. Then followed Don Giovanni, in which Mrs. Taylor for the 20th time played her original character of the Don. It drew a crowded house and gave abundant satisfaction. We, as well our contemporaries, have written so repeatedly on her excellent performance of that difficult character, that we can add nothing to what we have already stated, excepting that since the Theatre has been established, none of the representatives of that character were competent to rival her in the gay vivacious merry Don. Her acting in that character is perfect; her singing of the delightful music with which the piece abounds was beautifully executed; her happiest efforts were Stern Pluto, and the parody on Bruce's Address. Buckingham as Leperello was much better than we expected, and sang some of the parodies with taste . . .

"DRAMA", The Sydney Gazette and New South Wales Advertiser (1 April 1837), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2210209 

On Thursday night . . . The evening's amusement concluded with the extravaganza of "Giovanni in London; or, the Libertine Reclaimed" . . . Leporello was sustained for the second time by Mr. Buckingham, although upon his first appearance in it he played well, he had considerably improved upon this occasion, especially in the songs, which Mr. B. hit off very happily, and with effect; we are of opinion that he generally commences in too high a key . . .

"THE THEATRE", The Sydney Monitor (3 April 1837), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article32155448 

We are glad to learn that Mr. Dean is to lead the Orchestra in the Theatre. The selection of music has been indifferent and always the same; the performance was miserable; mere noise. When the house is full, the band may play a little louder; but when it is thin, the loud grinding of the orchestra has been tormenting to the ear, in lieu of being grateful. One would suppose, that when the same pieces are performed two or three times a week, there would be something like music. Quite the contrary; the oftener the band plays a piece; the less music is produced. The way in which performers touch their instruments is truly pot-house like. The band is equally inattentive to the acting. We have seen poor Buckingham come forward and give the signal in such a way, as to spoil, the drama, and yet the orchestra could not comprehend. We often thought, that the smoke of the penny tin lamps which light the orchestra, and which is insufferable in the dress boxes near the stage, rendered the leader of the orchestra half insensible. The smoke is certainly dreadful. Instead of glass curtains made of children's penny looking glasses, and trumpery of this kind, Mr. Levey had much better light the orchestra with lamps, which consume their own smoke. We hope Mr. Dean will refuse to enter the orchestra until the present vile Butchers' lamps are substituted by Argand lamps. If he does not, he will certainly be poisoned and he should consider his large family.

ASSOCIATIONS: John Philip Deane (violin, leader)

"DRAMA", The Sydney Gazette and New South Wales Advertiser (2 May 1837), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2210678 

THE Sydney Theatre re-opened for the season on Saturday night, under the acting management of Mr. Simes, and the stage management of Mr. Buckingham, Mr. Levey being manager and director . . .

[News], The Sydney Gazette and New South Wales Advertiser (24 June 1837), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2211598 

. . . All the Government Buildings in the colony proceed at a snail's pace, and the excuse is want of hands. This is not a tangible excuse, as we may every day observe the residences of private individuals rising as though by magic. A few days since we passed a garden studded with cabbages, &c., surrounding a cottage at the corner of Elizabeth and Park streets; about a week afterwards we passed the same spot and there was a house roofed in, occupying the place of the garden; we enquired particulars, and found that the building had been erected by Mr. Buckingham, the comedian, for the purposes of a Inn. From the rapidity with which the building raised its head aloft, we suspected that Mr. B. had some dealings with "Aladdin's Wonderful Lamp," but soon discovered that the only magic used was the loosing of the purse strings.

"THE LICENSING MEETING", The Sydney Herald (29 June 1837), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12864573 

The Magistrates have taken great pains in the granting of Licenses this year . . . Through the courtesy of the Police Clerks, we have been enabled to publish the following list of new Licenses: - . . . ELIZABETH STREET - George Buckingham, Odd Fellows' Arms . . .

"THE DRAMA", The Sydney Gazette and New South Wales Advertiser (29 July 1837), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2212157 

We had almost been diverted from our original intention of criticising the performance of a new farce called "Crossing the Line," which was produced for the first time at our theatre on Thursday evening last, by the pretty apology made by Mrs. Taylor for the defects of the performance, for not even her sweet smile could induce us to notice it with any thing like approbation . . . The piece was most miserably cast. Lee, although rapidly improving as a performer, with a tolerably good conception too of every character he attempts to play, has been gifted by nature with so comic a countenance as to disable him from playing successfully any part containing the slightest tinge of any thing like sentiment. That he did not succeed in "Wouvernian Van Broom" is not so much attributable to himself, for his idea of the character was tolerably good, as to the joint effect of Buckingham and nature to render his efforts abortive. The more we see of Buckingham the more fully we are convinced that he can play no description of character but the vulgar old man, and even that he will not long continue to shine in, if he is not more careful than he has been of late. On Thursday evening he appeared in the character of "Wouter Van Broom," a musical pilot. Who on earth could have conceived the idea of casting Buckingham for a musical character, the man's wits must surely have been woolgathering. We would seriously advise Buckingham in future not to -
". . . Tax so bad a voice
"To slander music any more than once."
Of his part on Monday night Buckingham knew not a syllable. He favoured the gods instead with a few phrases of his own construction, and they in turn very judiciously hissed him off the stage at the close of a murdered medley. Buckingham's ignorance ruined the effect of the piece, which might perhaps have otherwise come off tolerably well . . .

[Advertisement], The Sydney Gazette and New South Wales Advertiser (1 August 1837), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2212202 

MR. BUCKINGHAM'S GLEE CLUB.
THE Next MEETING takes place on TUESDAY EVENING, at 8 o'clock.
Mr. B., President.
Mr. L., Vice-ditto.
Mr. Rosincrantz will preside at the Pianoforte.

ASSOCIATIONS: Mr. Rosincrantz (piano)

"THEATRE", The Australian (22 August 1837), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article36855653 

Mr. Buckingham's Benefit is announced for Monday next - on which occasion will be performed some well chosen pieces (vide Advertisement). Mr. B. has announced this as his last benefit, as it [is] his intention of retiring from the Stage, - and we have no doubt that his friends will muster on the occasion and give him a bumping "farewell."

"THE DRAMA", The Sydney Times (26 August 1837), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article252653143 

Of Actors on our Royal Stage, the first
Was BUCKINGHAM; if not the best, not worst
Of Sydney Thespians! On Monday he takes leave
Of Friends and Drama - whilst the public grieve
For his departure, yet the House will tell.
It gives and takes of him a kind farewell.
The Tragic, and the Comic Muse will feel
His loss; and all the corps dramatique without sham
To friendship, feeling as they make appeal,
"Take him for all in all" will say with zeal,
"Where shall we find the like of BUCKINGHAM?"
"Alas!" they answer - quite o'ercome with pain;
"We ne'er shall look upon his like again."

[Advertisement], The Sydney Herald (28 August 1837), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12859764 

Theatre Royal, Sydney. Farewell Benefit of Mr. Buckingham.
MR. BUCKINGHAM most respectfully informs his Friends and the Public in general, that his last Benefit at the Theatre will take place
THIS EVENING, August 28. 1837, on which occasion will be presented (for the first time in this Colony,
the deeply interesting romantic Drama, in two Acts, called THE CHAIN OF GUILT; OR, THE MURDER ON THE HEATH . . .
The Highland Fling, in character, by MISS LAZAR.
To be followed by the broad laughable Farce, in one act, called THE FIRST NIGHT; OR, MY OWN GHOST . . .
A Comic Duet, by Mr. Buckingham and Mrs. Taylor. The whole to conclude with (for this night only) the grand Eastern Spectacle called BLUE BEARD; OR, FEMALE CURIOSITY.
Blue Beard (first time) - Mr. Spencer
Selim - Mr. Peal
Hassan - Mr. Johnson
Ibrahim - Mr. Simes
Shacabac - Mr. Buckingham
Spahis - Messrs. Collins, Dyball, Lee, and Lane
Fatima - Miss Winstanley
Irene - Mrs. Downes
Beda (first time) - Mrs. Taylor
Guards, Slaves, &c.
In the course of the Piece, the following Songs, Duets, &c.
"Tink a Tink" - Mrs. Taylor and Mr. Buckingham.
"When will you meet me, Love" - Mrs. Taylor
"While pensive, I thought on my Love" - Miss Winstanley.
"Love is a mischievous Boy" - Mrs. Downes.
"A fond Husband will after a conjugal strife" - Mr. Buckingham.
SA Grand Turkish Dance, BY MISS LAZAR;
GRAND COMBAT, BY MESSRS. LEE AND BUCKINGHAM.
*** Tickets and Boxes to be obtained from Mr. Buckingham, at his residence, the "Odd Fellows' Arms," Elizabeth and Park-streets; and at the Theatre, from ten till four daily.
N.B.-In order to ensure the comfort of the Evening, there will not be any Half Price, nor will children in arms be admitted.
GEORGE BUCKINGHAM.

ASSOCIATIONS: Rachel Lazar (dancer); Mrs. Downes (actor, vocalist); Eliza Winstanley (actor, vocalist)

PLAY: Blue-beard; or, Female curiosity (Colman)

[Advertisement], The Australian (13 October 1837), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article36857407 

SPLENDID NOVELTY. Mr. Buckingham's re-appearance in the character of Boniface . . .
LADIES AND GENTLEMEN. - Having quitted the Stage for the Bar (I bar all punning,) permit me to solicit your applause in the character of Boniface, (rather Bony I admit) at the "Odd Fellows' Arms" . . .

[Advertisement], The Australian (27 October 1837), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article36856872 

GLEE CLUB. GENTLEMEN desirous of hearing and enjoying Harmony,
are respectfully invited to call at Buckingham's Glee Club, held every Tuesday Evening,
at the sign of the Odd Fellows' Arms, corner of Park and Elizabeth- streets.

"Domestic Intelligence", The Sydney Times (4 November 1837), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article252653211 

We have omitted in our theatrical notices of the Stage and of Benefits, to direct attention to Buckingham's facetious advertisement of having quitted the stage and been called to the bar. On Friday evenings the Catch and Glee Club is well attended; performers and visitors muster from thirty to forty strong, and all friends of Buckingham and the Drama, of songs, catches, and glees, should repair to the Odd-fellows Hall.

[News], The Sydney Gazette and New South Wales Advertiser (21 November 1837), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2214062 

The Glee Club held at Buckingham's, has received an addition, both vocal and instrumental. The whole affair goes off with much eclat, - and so pays the proprietor remarkably well.

[Advertisement], Commercial Journal and Advertiser (28 March 1838), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article226459798 

BUCKINGHAM AGAIN . . . N.B. - The Glee Club flourishes. A few choice throats from London lately added. Monsieur diable Kikankruse, has been engaged for the quarter . . .

"THEATRE", The Sydney Monitor (25 July 1838), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article32160779 

Mr. Wyatt has been gradually gathering around him all the talent within his reach, and he has been successful in every instance but one - we allude to Mr. Buckingham, whose "old men" have been unrivalled upon the Sydney boards; and he alone is wanting to complete Mr. Wyatt's now powerful company. Understanding that Mr. B. is open for an engagement, we anticipate shortly to have the pleasure of hailing his return to the Stage, which he trod, for several years, not only to the satisfaction of the public, but with credit to himself.

ASSOCIATIONS: Joseph Wyatt (proprietor); Royal Victoria Theatre (Sydney venue, successor to the Theatre Royal)

[Advertisement], Commercial Journal and Advertiser (15 August 1838), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article226458799 

Odd Fellows' Tavern. Household Furniture, Books, cut Glass, splendid Gig, Cart, Harness, &c. complete;
together with the entire Stock-in-Trade of Mr. GEORGE BUCKINGHAM, at the Odd Fellows' Tavern,
situate at the corner of Elizabeth and Park streets.
TO-BE SOLD BY AUCTION, BY SAMUEL SOLOMON, On THURSDAY the 15th day of August instant . . .

[Advertisement], Commercial Journal and Advertiser (8 September 1838), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article226459381

Buckingham Again!!! . . . Glee Club every Monday evening; Mr. Braham in the chair . . .

[Advertisement], Commercial Journal and Advertiser (19 September 1838), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article226460401 

Royal Victoria Theatre, PITT-STREET.
Messrs. COLLINS and FITZGERALD most respectfully inform their Friends and the Public in general, that their
BENEFIT will take place on THURSDAY EVENING, the 20th September, 1838 . . .
MR. BUCKINGHAM will appear for this night only, in the character of Corporal Stiff, and sing the Comic Song of the Steam Arm.
Comic Song by Mr. Falchon . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Thomas Collins (actor); Arthur Falchon (vocalist)

MUSIC: The steam arm (song), as sung c. 1835, by a London "Mr. Buckingham", probably Thomas Buckingham (actor, comedian, vocalist), ? father of Edward Buckingham (below)

"NEWS OF THE DAY", The Sydney Monitor and Commercial Advertiser (14 January 1839), 1 supplement

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article32162521 

The friends of the late facecious theatrical bony-face of the Odd Fellows Arms, were thrown into a state of consternation on Saturday, by his sudden disappearance. The house and premises lately occupied by Mr. Buckingham, have been let to Mr. Pullinger, publican, of Kent-street.

Hobart and Launceston, VDL (TAS) (1839-40):

"BOLTERS", The Sydney Gazette and New South Wales Advertiser (14 March 1839), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2543512 

Among the applicants for relief under the Insolvent Act of Van Dieman's Land, commonly called the Whitewashing Act, we observe that of Mr. George Buckingham, formerly a licensed victualler of Sydney, latterly of Hobart Town, out of business, - but now a prisoner for debt in her Majesty's gaol at Launceston. Master Buckingham, it would seem from this, although he succeeded in bolting from this Colony, has not been successful in eluding the vigilance of some of his creditors.

[Advertisement], Commercial Journal and Advertiser [Sydney, NSW] (20 March 1839), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article226454382 

IN the matter of the" Insolvency of George Buckingham, late of Sydney, in New South Wales, Innkeeper, and afterwards of Hobart Town, in the island of Van Diemen's Land, out of business, but now confined for debt in Her Majesty's Gaol at Launceston . . .

"NEWS OF THE DAY", The Sydney Monitor and Commercial Advertiser (27 March 1839), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article32163416 

By the Minerva we learn, that Mr. Buckingham, of eccentric memory, is at Launceston, beating up for recruits for a small theatrical corps to perform in that town.

[Advertisement], The Cornwall Chronicle [Launceston, TAS] (14 December 1839), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article65951971 

THEATRE. Last night of Performance.
On TUESDAY, the 17th or December, will be performed the laughable Farce of THE MARRIED RAKE; OR, A WIDOWS LECTURE.
Mr. Frederick Flinty (a fickle, changeable, married gentleman) - MR. BUCKINGHAM . . .
Mrs. Trictrac (a teasing, tormenting, bewitching young widow) - MRS. CAMERON . . .
Cornet Fitzherbert Fitzhenry (an elegant extract, a regular lady killer, and a fashionable cavalry officer) - MRS. CAMERON . . .
Matrimonial Duet by Mr. Buckingham and Mrs. Cameron.
Comic Song by Mr. Buckingham . . .
TICKETS to be obtained at Mr. Suisted's, Steam Packet Tavern.

ASSOCIATIONS: Cordelia Cameron (actor, vocalist); Theatre Steam Packet Tavern (Launceston venue)

[Advertisement], The Cornwall Chronicle [Launceston, TAS] (28 December 1839), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article65951725 

DRAMATIC AMUSEMENT. MR. BUCKINGHAM, begs to offer himself to the Public by giving a series of
DRAMATIC PERFORMANCES, assisted by MRS. CAMERON and several Amateurs, at the Cornwall Hotel.
The first performance to take place on the 1st January, previous to Mrs. Cameron's departure for South Australia.
The Evenings Amusement to commence with the laughable farce of
THE ORIGINAL!!! OR, WHO'S THE DUPE. Jack Nonpareil - Mr. Buckingham . . . Emily Lukewarm - Mrs. Cameron.
Comic Song, by an Amateur.
Comic Duet, by Mrs. Cameron & Mr. Buckingham.
COMIC SONG, By an Amateur.
Comic Duet, by Mrs. Cameron and Mr. Buckingham.
SONG, MRS. CAMERON. To conclude with for the last time BATCHELORS' BUTTONS, Sam - Mr. Buckingham. Emily - Mrs. Cameron.
N.B - In order to insure the comfort and respectability of the Audience, only 60 Tickets, (not transferable) will be issued.
Paid 7s. 6d. EACH, which can be obtained at the Office of the Cornwall Chronicle.
Performance to commence at 8 o'clock precisely.

Baptisms solemnized in the parish of St. John's Launceston in the county of Cornwall in the year 1840; Tasmanian names index; NAME_INDEXES:1087831; RGD32/1/3/ no 1002

https://stors.tas.gov.au/NI/1087831 

https://stors.tas.gov.au/RGD32-1-3-p505j2k (DIGITISED)

No. 529 / 8th January 1840 / [born] 6th Nov'r 1839 / George Robert / [son of] George and Anne / Buckingham / Launceston / Dealer . . .

[Advertisement], The Cornwall Chronicle (25 January 1840), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article66016150 

NOTICE. THE Undersigned being about to leave the Colony, will feel obliged by all Persons who have claims upon him presenting the same for liquidation; and all those who are indebted to him will arrange their accounts immediately,
GEORGE BUCKINGHAM.

Adelaide, SA (1 February 1840 to 27 March 1841):

"PORT ADELAIDE SHIPPING. ARRIVED", South Australian Register [Adelaide, SA] (8 February 1840), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article27441180 

February 1. - The brig Hamilton, 248 tons, Thomas William Bradbury commander, from Launceston, having left that place on the 22nd ult., with a cargo of sundries as per imports.
Passengers . . . Mrs. Cameron and two children, Mr. and Mrs. Buckingham and two children . . .

[Advertisement], South Australian Register (15 February 1840), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article27441204 

VICTORIA THEATRE. The public are respectfully informed that on
Monday Evening, February 17, 1840, will be performed for the first time in this colony, Buckstone's highly wrought drama called
ISABELLE; OR, WOMAN'S LIFE . . . It was played at the Sydney Theatre upwards of 60 nights, to crowded houses;
and the proprietor trusts it will meet with the same encouragement at the Victoria Theatre, Adelaide.
The Scenery is entirely new by Mr. Opie. The Music by Mr. Lee. Machinery by Mr. Benham.
The Dresses by Mrs. Smith. The whole under the entire direction of Mr. Buckingham . . .
To conclude with the TWO GREGORIES. Gregory - Mr. Buckingham. Fanchette - Mrs. Cameron.
G. BUCKINGHAM, Stage Manager.

ASSOCIATIONS: Edward Andrew Opie (scenic artist, actor); Philip Lee (musician, leader); Charles Edward Benham (machinist); Royal Victoria Theatre (Adelaide venue)

"THE THEATRE", South Australian Register (15 February 1840), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article27441184 

During the last ten days, Mrs. Cameron and Mr. Buckingham have been performing with great success to well-filled houses. The want of novelty for some time previous had rather damped the spirits of the actors as well as of the audiences; but both have been enlivened by the arrival of Mrs. Cameron and Mr. Buckingham . . .

[Advertisement], South Australian Register (28 March 1840), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article27441312 

VICTORIA THEATRE. Splendid Novelty!! BUCKINGHAM'S NIGHT. (Stage Manager.)
On Monday Evening, March 30, will be performed, for the first time in this colony,
that splendid Romance, played for upwards of 140 nights to crowded houses in London, entitled ONE O'CLOCK; OR, THE WOOD DEMON . . .
. . . the Dresses by Mrs. Buckingham; Music by Mr. Lee . . . the whole under the entire direction of Mr. Buckingham.
COMIC SONG - Young Larry, By an Amateur.
SONG - Rory o'More - Mrs. Mansfield.
GLEE - By Messrs. Buckingham, Gates, Fenton, and Mrs. Mansfield.
SONG - The Wolf, Mr. Gates.
COMIC SONG - Mr. Buckingham.
To conclude with the Operatic Farce of NO SONG NO SUPPER . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Mrs. Mansfield (actor, vocalist); Mr. Gates (actor, vocalist); Charles Fenton (actor, vocalist)

[Advertisement], Adelaide Chronicle and South Australian Advertiser (28 April 1840), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article195859810 

ARGYLE ROOMS. MR. BUCKINGHAM (late of the Theatre)
begs to return his most sincere thanks to the public for the liberal support he has received since his arrival in Adelaide, and trusts he may continue to receive a share of that patronage which has hitherto been so liberally bestowed on him.
The Argyle Rooms will be opened On Monday Evening, May 4, 1840,
With an entirely new piece, entitled The King's Command; OR, THE DISGUISES.
The celebrated tournament scene from TIMOUR THE TARTAR.
To conclude with (for the first time in this Colony) - THE TURNED HEAD.
Mr. Buckingham begs to say that his present Company consists of Mr. Easther, Mr. Opie (Scene Painter),
Mr. Lewis, Mr. Levey, Mr. Rainsford, Mr. Malpas, Mr. Buckingham,
Mr. Lee (Leader of the Orchestre), Mr. Benham (Machinist), Mrs. Mansfield, Mrs. Rainsford,
Mrs. Joel, Mrs. Coombes, Mrs. Grove (Dress Maker).
Private Boxes may be had at the Box Office, late entrance to Solomon's Rooms.
G. BUCKINGHAM, Stage Manager.

[Advertisement], South Australian Register (20 June 1840), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article27441543 

ARGYLE THEATRE. MR. BUCKINGHAM begs to state that he has at present, vacancies for two or three actresses.
Salary, three pounds per week, and a benefit during the season. Application to be made at the Theatre.
GEORGE BUCKINGHAM. Currie-street, June 19.
* The present season will conclude as soon as the new theatre is finished.

[Advertisement], South Australian Register (11 July 1840), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article27441623 

ARGYLE THEATRE. BLUE BEARD, half-price, - On Saturday Evening, July 11, 1840 . . .
Mr. Buckingham begs most respectfully to return his sincere thanks for the very liberal support he has received since he had opened the Argyle Theatre, and begs to assure the public that nothing shall be wanting on his part, or that of his company, to give them every satisfaction.
He begs further to acquaint them that he has built an entirely new stage, which is twenty-seven feet in length, in order to give more effect to a series of Melo dramas he is about producing; the great success of Blue Beard has induced him to do this, and he feels convinced when they see Der Freischutz, or, The Demon of the Forest, they will award that praise to him which is due to industry and perseverance.
It is also the intention of Mr. B. to improve the Front of the Theatre, so that the boxes will be brought on each side as soon as the weather will permit.
G. BUCKINGHAM, Stage Manager. Fancy Dress Balls every fortnight.

[Advertisement], South Australian Register (2 January 1841), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article27442148 

QUEEN'S THEATRE. GILLES ARCADE, CURRIE STREET.
THE Gentry and Public of Adelaide and its vicinity are most respectfully informed that the above elegant Theatre being now completed will open for the season, ON MONDAY, JANUARY 11, 1841, Under the exclusive Direction of Mr. Lazar (late Manager of the Victoria, and Theatre Royal, Sydney) . . .
The Company will consist of . . . Mr. Buckingham - From the Victoria Theatre Sydney . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: John Lazar (actor, manager); Queen's Theatre (Adelaide venue)

"THE QUEEN'S THEATRE", South Australian Register (16 January 1841), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article27442171 

This fine building, finished by Mr. E. Solomon at an expense of nearly £10,000, was opened on Monday last, by an effective and well-organised company under the experienced management of Mr. Lazar - well known and much respected as the conductor of the theatrical amusements of Sydney . . . Miss Lazar's dance was exceedingly graceful, and met a deserved and unanimous encore. This young lady would be an acquisition to any theatre, as, in addition to her talent in the ballet, her acting in the after piece, Mary Anne, a farce of Buckstone's, was excellent. She was well-supported by Mr. Buckingham, and by the other actors. The house was crowded in every part.

[Advertisement], Southern Australian (5 March 1841), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article71614220 

BUCKINGHAM'S FAREWELL.
MR. Buckingham begs to acknowledge the kind and liberal support he has met with in the province of South Australia; and, at the same time, to inform the public, that at the request of a large number of his well-wishers, he has been induced to get up an evening's entertainment, which he proposes shall take place at the old Victoria Theatre, on Wednesday, March 10th,
- being the place in which he had the honour of making his first appearance, there will he MAKE HIS EXIT
in an appropriate address - at the same time bidding them farewell. For particulars, see bills of the day.
GEO. BUCKINGHAM.
N.B. A Grand Carnival will be given at the conclusion of the performance; an extra band will be in attendance.

"THEATRICALS AT A DISCOUNT", Southern Australian (9 March 1841), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article71614235 

From an advertisement in our last, it will have been seen, that Mr. Buckingham is about to take a Farewell Benefit at the Victoria Theatre, on Wednesday next the 10th instant. As we have before said upon this subject, the tone of moral and religious feeling in Adelaide is not of such a nature as to induce the expectation that any theatrical party would stand long. Mr. Buckingham it appears proceeds to Port Phillip; and, from what we hear, it is likely he will soon be followed by some others. Of this we are pretty certain, that money would be much more profitably invested in useful public buildings than in theatres in Adelaide. Whist we thus freely express ourselves, and have to record Mr. Buckingham's want of success in theatricals here, we sincerely wish him success in any new pursuits, more congenial to the public interest, to which he may devote himself on his arrival at Port Phillip.

Melbourne, NSW (VIC) (4 April 1841 to 4 November 1842):

"MELBOURNE SHIPPING", Geelong Advertiser [VIC] (10 April 1841), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article92679553 

4 - JOHN COOPER, ship, Salmon, master, from Greenock via Adelaide. Passengers - . . . Mr. and Mrs. Buckingham and two children . . .

"SOCK AND BUSKIN", Port Phillip Gazette (10 April 1841), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article225010322 

We hail the arrival of an old Sydney favorite, Mr. Buckingham, as an assurance of the pledge given by the proprietor of the pavilion, that the drama should ere long obtain a fooling in Melbourne. The talents of Buckingham require no adventitious aid from our pen, beyond the bare announcement of his debut on Monday evening next at the Concert.

ASSOCIATIONS: Melbourne Amateur Concerts (series); Royal Pavilion Theatre (Melbourne venue, also advertised as "Theatre Royal", and "Royal Victoria Theatre")

[Advertisement], Port Phillip Gazette (14 April 1841), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article225008745 

ROYAL PAVILION. THE Public is respectfully informed that the Pavilion will be opened during every evening of the Race week.
This evening (April 14) the Entertainments will consist of Vocal and Instrumental Music, a Sailor's Hornpipe, and a Comic Recitation by Mr. Buckingham.
(For particulars see Bills) Boxes 10s 6d, Pit, 7s, Gallery, 4s.
MR. BUCKINGHAM, Sole Manager.

"THE PAVILION", Port Phillip Patriot and Melbourne Advertiser (19 April 1841), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article226512194 

During the Races the little theatre in Bourke-street, to which Sir George Gipps refused a license, has been open, under the denomination of the Pavilion, for the performance of concerts and various other entertainments. Buckingham formerly of the Sydney Theatre, and latterly of Adelaide, has the entire management. The multiplicity of our engagements has hitherto prevented our attendance, but we propose seeing and judging for ourselves on an early night. A report with which we are furnished states, that Madame Gautrot is the star of the boards; but that Buckingham's comic songs are well received. On Saturday night a Mr. Miller is said to have been allowed to sing a song for which he ought to have been kicked out of the house. The constabulary do not attend, it seems, to maintain order, because the house is open without the sanction of Sir George Gipps.

ASSOCIATIONS: Madame Gautrot (vocalist); William Miller (actor, vocalist); George Gipps (governor of NSW)

"PRIVATE ASSEMBLIES", Port Phillip Gazette (23 October 1841), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article225012915 

The first ball of the season took place last night at the Freemasons' Lodge-room, in the Exchange Hotel. The attendance was numerous, considering the unsettled state of the weather; and the arrangements made reflected the greatest praise upon the stewards of the evening. The ball room was most tastefully decorated, under the supervision of Mr. Buckingham. The refreshments were of the first-rate description. Quadrilles, waltzes, and gallopades divided the entertainments into their due proportions, to which the exertions of the orchestra contributed the full share of mirth and activity. The supper room was ornamented with flags of various descriptions. Altogether the entertainment appeared to afford ample satisfaction to all parties; and the tout ensemble afforded a gratifying spectacle of colonial gaiety, which cannot be too often repeated.

[Advertisement], Port Phillip Gazette (16 February 1842), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article225008660 

THEATRE ROYAL, MELBOURNE.
BY SPECIAL PERMISSION FROM THE COLONIAL SECRETARY.
THE public is most respectfully informed, that the Amateur performance, in aid of the Melbourne Hospital Fund, will take place
ON MONDAY EVENING, FEB. 21, at the theatre, in Bourke-street.
Previous to the commencement of the performance, the Band will play the National anthem of GOD SAVE THE QUEEN,
To be followed by au appropriate Address, to be delivered by MR. ARDEN.
The performance will commence with the laughable petit comedy, entitled THE WIDOW'S VICTIM.
AFTER WHICH, A Sailor's Hornpipe, (in character) - By a Amateur.
Song - Master Eyles. Highland Fling, (in character) - by a gentleman Amateur.
The "Steam Arm," - Mr. Buckingham.
The whole will conclude with the laughable Farce, in one act, called THE LOTTERY TICKET; or, THE LAWYER'S CLERK . . .
The Stage Management under the direction of MR. BUCKINGHAM.

ASSOCIATIONS: George Arden (amateur); Master Eyles (vocalist)

See also, above, [Playbill], Theatre Royal, Melbourne, 21 February 1842

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-52753499 

ASSOCIATIONS: Mr. Stainsborough [sic] = Robert Stainsby (musician)

"AMATEUR THEATRICALS", Port Phillip Gazette (23 February 1841), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article225012023 

. . . Mr. Buckingham, of the Gazette office, undertook the arduous duties of stage manager, and from morning till midnight was constantly engaged in refitting the Pavilion, ordering the materials, directing the scene painter, looking over the amanuensis employed to write out the parts, attending the rehearsals, and drilling the new hands into the mysteries of stage effect . . .

"AMATEUR THEATRICALS", Port Phillip Gazette (26 February 1841), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article225008624 

On Thursday evening the second and last of the theatrical entertainments announced on behalf of the Melbourne Hospital came off to an immensely crowded house . . . Rob Roy . . . which with the exception of Mr. Buckingham was supported entirely by amateur talent, was the great attraction of the evening . . . It is sufficient to say that Mr. Buckingham took the part of the Dougal Creature, to satisfy the reader that the singular traits of this character were properly brought out. The scenery, printed by Mr. Southall, under Mr. Buckingham's directions, received its share of praise . . . Between the pieces Mr. Mossman again displayed his brilliant and expressive execution on the accordion. Master Eyles sung with his usual sweetness and acceptance. Mr. Harper, in the Highland fling, was also deservedly saluted; while Mr. Buckingham, in the song of "Nothing," was not only encored, but was called on for the "Steam Arm," which he was obliged, however, to decline, from the fatigue he had encountered during the evening in superintending the minutest arrangements of the theatre . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Samuel Felix Mossman (accordion)

"AMATEUR THEATRICALS", Melbourne Times (23 April 1842), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article226924710 

On Monday evening last, pursuant to previous announcement, was performed the popular historic opera of Rob Roy, which was received with great and unqualified approbation . . . Rashleigh Osbaldiston, (Mr. Thomson,) fully, sustained the encomiums passed upon him on a former occasion, as did also Mr. Buckingham, who in the character of Major Galbraith, appeared the very counterpart of the jolly soldier . . .

[Advertisement], Port Phillip Patriot and Melbourne Advertiser (16 May 1842), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article226511040 

SPLENDID NOVELTY. THEATRE. BUCKINGHAM'S BENEFIT . . . on MONDAY EVENING NEXT, May 16th,
will be performed, for the first time in this province, the Grand Eastern spectacle,
with New Dresses, Scenery, Music, Machinery, and Decorations,
founded on those popular tales, the Arabian Nights, and entitled
Married and Buried; OR; THE SHIPWRECKED COCKNEY . . .
Mr. B. has obtained all the original music, which will be arranged by two professional gentlemen . . .
G. BUCKINGHAM, Stage Manager.

ASSOCIATIONS: The illustrious stranger; or, Married and buried (James Kenney; original music by Isaac Nathan)

"DOMESTIC INTELLIGENCE", Port Phillip Gazette (18 June 1842), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article225009389 

On Thursday night last, the Pavilion was made the scene of a confusion which has been unparalleled in the district. During the course of the after piece in which Miss Sinclair was taking the part of Mannette, some parties in the pit, sitting close to the stage, made use of offensive expressions, accompanied by notes of purposed disapprobation, that obliged the actress to stop and complain of the interruption; Mr. Stephen, the honorary manager, observing one of the young men attempting to repeat his sallies, ordered a constable down into the pit to take him into charge . . . The performers, headed by Mr. Buckingham and Miss Sinclair, coming on again, sung a finale chorus, and the house was dismissed . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: John Stephen (venue manager)

"VAN DIEMEN'S LAND", Port Phillip Gazette (27 July 1842), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article225010800 

We see by an advertisement, that Mrs. Clark, encouraged by her well-deserved success at the Argyle Rooms, had determined on the bold measure of opening the Campbell-street Theatre . . . Mrs. Clarke, in order to strengthen and bring into the best order her corps dramatique, had written, it was reported, to engage the services of Mr. Buckingham, the manager of the Melbourne Pavilion.

ASSOCIATIONS: Anne Remens Clarke (actor, vocalist, manager); Argyle Rooms (Hobart venue); Royal Victoria Theatre (Hobart venue)

"BIRTH", Melbourne Times (13 August 1842), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article226924818 

To-day the lady of Mr. G. Buckingham, Stephens street, of a daughter.

[Advertisement], Port Phillip Gazette (27 August 1842), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article225010025 

NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC. MR. GEORGE BUCKINGHAM having received a permanent engagement, as Stage Manager of the Pavilion Theatre, retires by his own wish from the situation of General Agent to the Gazette newspaper and printing establishment. Mr. Arden takes the opportunity of acknowledging the industry and aptitude which distinguished Mr. Buckingham's services in his interest during the period of his connection with this office.

ASSOCIATIONS: George Arden (newspaper proprietor)

[Advertisement], Port Phillip Patriot and Melbourne Advertiser (29 September 1842), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article226509269 

GREAT ATTRACTION. Royal Victoria Theatre . . .
THIS EVENING, 29th September, will be performed, for the first time in this province,
Buckstone's celebrated nautical burlesque burletta in two acts, entitled
BILLY TAYLOR; or, THE GAY YOUNG FELLOW.
After which, Mr. Buckingham will sing the "Statty Fair," in character.
"Jim Crow" By an amateur
With a variety of entertainments.
The whole to conclude with, and positively for the last time this season, the grand romantic spectacle, entitled THE WOOD DEMON . . .
G. BUCKINGHAM, Stage Manager.

"DOMESTIC INTELLIGENCE", Port Phillip Gazette (12 November 1842), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article225013246 

The Ice Witch was repeated with increased success, at the Pavilion, ou Thursday night, to a very respectable audience; it will be repeated, fur the last time, on Monday night, under the patronage of the free and accepted Masons. Black-eyed Susan, or All in the Downs, will he produced at the theatre, for the first time, this evening, for the purpose of introducing to the Melbourne public Mrs. Arabin, late of the Sydney theatre, in the character of Black-eyed Susan, and a Mr. Boyd, late of the Hobart Town theatre, as William . . . Black-eyed Susan was the first piece ever produced in the Australasinn colonies, in 1832; and in which piece Mr. Buckingham spoke the first sentence, in the character of Doggrass.

[Advertisement], Port Phillip Gazette (31 December 1842), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article225008022 

ROYAL VICTORIA THEATRE. THIS EVENING, Dec. 31st, will be performed THE WATERMAN, and THE VAMPIRE.
The regular nights of performances are Monday, Thursday, and Saturday.
Doors to open at seven, and the performances to commence at half-past seven precisely.
Dress Circle 5s., half-price 2s. 6d.; Upper Circle 4s., half-price 2s.; Pit 3s., half-price, 1s. 6d.; Gallery 2s.; half-price 1s.
G. BUCKINGHAM, Stage Manager.

"DOMESTIC INTELLIGENCE", Port Phillip Gazette (4 February 1843), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article225008155 

The Theatre has closed for the season but whether the result of the speculation is successful or not has not transpired. We, however, are much disappointed that among all the "Benefits," not one should have been devoted to the funds of the hospital, for the advantage of which the license was granted. During the recess, we understand the interior will be entirely remodelled and decorated a fresh; and that arrangements will be made for the conducting of the theatre in the audience part with that decorum, without which it is impossible that it can be sustained any longer. Sufficient evidence has been given that there is a taste for dramatic amusements in Melbourne; and with a good company, good selections of pieces and performances not too frequent, we are satisfied the Theatre would succeed. We hope the manager, Mr. Buckingham, who is THE Theatre, will consider this advice with the good feeling in which it is given, and that his matured experience may not in future be embarrassed by the caprice of any individuals.

[Advertisement], Port Phillip Gazette (15 March 1843), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article225009175 

ADVERTISEMENT. Melbourne Theatre, March 14, 1843.
WE, the undersigned members of the Melbourne Corps, are unanimously of opinion that the remarks (that have lately appeared before the public,) relative to the conduct of the stage-manager towards Mrs. Murray was most unjustifiable, inasmuch as, that instead of insulting the lady, he has always (since her engagement this season) shown her the greatest attention, and endeavoured to the extent of his means to assist her in her profession.
And that any difference that may have occurred originated solely in herself, as she at all times been treated with the most marked respect by the whole company.
Thos. S. Boyd; Robert Stainsby; Richard Capper; M. Mickleburgh; William Miller; M. L. Vincent; John Davies; Henry Avins; M. Avins; Richard Batters; P. Burgin.
To Mr. George Buckingham, Stage Manger.

ASSOCIATIONS: Dinah Murray (actor); Robert Stainsby (musician); Richard Capper (actor); Henry and Julia Avins (actors); Richard Batters (actor); Philip Burgin (actor, vocalist)

"THE THEATRE", Port Phillip Gazette (10 May 1843), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article225008427 

Buckingham's benefit took place at the Theatre on Monday night, before a tolerably well filled house. His Worship the Mayor was present, and appeared highly delighted with the Pantomime, in which Harper (as Harlequin), Miss Warman (as Columbine), and Miller and Avins (as Clown and Pantaloon), acquitted themselves remarkably well. The piece was well got up, and the scenery respectable, particularly the panorama - the exterior of the Royal Hotel, and Harris and Marks' new shop. Mrs. Murray performed Jacintha, in Lovers' Quarrels, in rather a superior a manner; this line of character suits her talents and we hope to see her often in it.

ASSOCIATIONS: Miss Warman (actor)

"LOCAL INTELLIGENCE. MR. BUCKINGHAM'S BENEFIT", Melbourne Times (13 May 1843), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article226925365 

On Monday evening last, the benefit of Mr. Buckingham, the Stage Manager, came off. We were happy to observe that it fell under such respectable auspices, the Chief Magistrate, his Worship the Mayor, having condescended to patronise the entertainments, and as a consequence the majority of the Municipal Body followed so good an example. The performances consisted of the Pantomime entitled Robinson Crusoe, or, the Frozen Regions. Songs of a variegated nature then followed, and the evening's entertainments concluded with Lovers' Quarrels. It is a truism, that those who seek intellectual amusement in a Pantomime will be disappointed, for its merits unequivocally consist of mirth and glee and those seeking that, as a relaxation from worldly toils, met the required gratification. As the first attempt at Pantomime here, it was particularly successful; Mr. Harper, who is well known as a talented professor of dancing, discharged his most arduous duties as Harlequin in a style which, the auditory duly awarded by their applause. We regretted to observe Mr. H. owing to the scandalous state of the stage, which, from hills and hollows, is in a worse condition than any of our streets, fall, and strike his forehead severely in the early part of the evening, but it had not the slightest effect in his successful essay to carry out the part allotted to him. Miss Warman's Columbine was a character of the most fatiguing description, but that young lady acquitted herself in a style, and with an assiduity, that merited the applause which followed. Clown by Mr. Miller, and Pantaloon by Mr. Avins, were respectably got through although so foreign to their line of business. Mr. Buckingham did a Demon, or something of the kind, while Mrs. Murray did the reverse, Angelicising. There was a motley group of red Indians, Esquimaux, devils and angels, the latter of which took our taste . . . The accomplished lady then endeavoured to "Tell me my heart," but unless she can appear, in future in a state of sobriety, we should recommend her never again to insult the public when in a state of intoxication. Mr. Buckingham had to lead her from the stage apologising for her indisposition. Mr. Burgin, who we are glad to see once more upon the boards, also Mrs. Murray, and Mr. Buckingham entertained the audience with comic songs, which were well received. The after-piece, Lovers Quarrels, substituted for the Unfinished Gentleman, which system without public announcement we cannot too much deprecate, went off as usual, and the evening's entertainment apparently concluded satisfactorily to all parties. The audience was numerous. By the-bye, in writing, the above, we totally overlooked one of the attractions of the evening, but our excuse must rest upon his being such a little fellow, we allude to Master Buckingham, who strutted to and fro across the stage and sung a verse or two of "My master's gun" in a highly facetious manner, and the audience testified their approbation of his juvenile efforts in a most flattering manner.

"THEATRICAL REPRESENTATIONS", Melbourne Times (14 July 1843), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article226924721 

On Thursday, Mr. George Buckingham obtained the consent of the full Bench, of which the Mayor was Chairman, for one nights additional theatrical representation. Mr. B. hoping thereby to raise sufficient funds to convey himself and family to New Zealand where he contemplates a fresh Theatrical career.

"THE THEATRE", Melbourne Times (15 August 1843), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article226925286 

By special permission of the Magistrates this place of amusement was opened last evening for the benefit of Mr. Davies, under the patronage of the Licensed Victuallers' Society. We were happy to see that the house was a bumper. The pieces selected for the evening's performance were, the Maid and the Magpie, and the Married Bachelor; all the characters being sustained in a manner which left no doubt that Melbourne has its dramatic talent. Buckingham was quite at home as a Jew, whilst the character of Annette was pleasingly pourtrayed by Miss Vincent. We regret that from the continued mismanagement of those upon whom the conducting of this Establishment has devolved; it is more than probable that the house will now finally close . . . we are sorry therefore that the play-going public should be deprived of the opportunity of gratifying their taste, but trust that upon the completion of Mr. Smith's new theatre arrangements may be made which will ensure rational amusement to the public, a fair remuneration to the performers, and success to its enterprising projector.

ASSOCIATIONS: John Thomas Smith (entrepreneur), project which became the Queen's Theatre (projected Melbourne venue)

[Advertisement], Geelong Advertiser (2 October 1843), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article92678186 

GEELONG THEATRE!!! MR. BUCKINGHAM RESPECTFULLY informs the Patrons of the Drama,
the first Performance will take place on Thursday, the 5th of October; when Mr. B. trusts the great expense of procuring a treat for his Geelong Friends will not be forgotten.
The evening's entertainments will commence with the nautical farce entitled the Middy Ashore; OR, A SPREE UPON LAND.
Lieutenant Morton, Mr. Alexander. The Middy Ashore, Mrs. Murray.
Tom Cringle, Mr. Buckingham. Tonish (a Fop), Mr. Capper.
Limberback (a Lawyer), Mr. Wilson. Taphim, Mr. Grose.
Touchem, Mr. Green. Lady Broomback, Miss Horton. Amelia, Miss Warman.
The piece will conclude with a grand Finale.
AFTER WHICH A Musical Olio.
Solo - Margate Steamer, Mr. Wilson.
Solo - Good bye my love good bye, Mrs. Murray.
Glee - Never get married, Ladies pray! - Mrs. Murray, Miss Warman, Mr. Buckingham.
Solo - I never says nothing to nobody, Mr. Buckingham.
Comic Medley - Master Buckingham, a child only three years of age.
Solo - Some love to roam, Mrs. Murray.
Chorus - While each jovial evening passes, by all the company.
To conclude with by particular desire the much admired and favourite Farce of the Two Gregories; or, WHICH IS THE MAN . . . Grand Chorus . . .
A full Band has been engaged. Box tickets, Five Shillings.
GEORGE BUCKINGHAM.

"MELBOURNE . . . THEATRICALS", Geelong Advertiser (2 October 1843), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article92678197 

While the Melbournians appear to have relinquished even the very name of pleasure, and corroding care sits heavily on their, souls, the good people of Geelong, doubtless elated at the upward tendency of the squatting interest, and the improved markets at Van Diemen's Land, are about the indulge in unwonted mirth. Closing their stores and shops, their counting-houses and other offices, unyoking the oxen from the plough and the dray, and no longer pouring over the columns of "profit and loss," which their several affairs display, our friends purpose to hold a "race week." And to add to the hilarity of the season, Mr. Buckingham, of histrionic celebrity, takes the field, well-supported by the leading members of his former company, first of whom stands Mrs. Murray, followed by Misses Horton and Warman, Messrs. Capper, Alexander, and several others, besides the juveniles of Mr. Buckingham's talented family. - Patriot.

"THEATRICALS", Melbourne Times (3 November 1843), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article226924685 

By the Shamrock, which starts, we believe, to-morrow, we perceive that Mr. Buckingham has taken a passage for himself and family. Mr. Buckingham was the first who afforded the inhabitants of Melbourne the amusement of witnessing dramatic performances, and notwithstanding the great difficulties which he encountered in procuring talent to carry out his design, the theatre was admirably conducted under his management, but from the heavy expenses which were attached to it, we fear that he has reaped but a poor recompense for his indefatigable exertions. He is an actor of considerable talent, and in losing him we lose the Star of our corps dramatique. We must not omit to notice his son George, who bids fair to outstrip the celebrated Master Betty. The ultimate destination of Mr. Buckingham, we believe, to be Auckland, where, we sincerely hope, he may find a more lucrative field for his talents than he has found in Melbourne.

Sydney, NSW, (11 November to 4 December 1843):

"THEATRICALS", The Sydney Record (18 November 1843), 52

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article228141721 

. . . Mr. Buckingham, the late manager of the Melbourne theatre, arrived in Sydney on Saturday en route to New Zealand; Mr. Buckingham was an established favourite in Port Phillip, and the Melbourne journals have one and all passed very high encomiums oh his managerial career while in that town. We are enabled to bear testimony also as to his indefatigable industry and assiduity as a manager. We do not believe there is any man in the colony more capable of getting up a spectacle successfully than Mr. B. He also possesses considerable talent as an actor. The good folks at Auckland may congratulate themselves on the prospect of abundant amusement being afforded them by Mr. Buckingham on his arrival there . . .

Shipping Intelligence . . . DEPARTURES", The Dispatch [Sydney, NSW] (9 December 1843), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article228250667 

MONDAY, 4 - For Auckland, and the Bay of Islands, the brig City of Sydney, Captain Munro, with sundries. Passengers - Mr. and Mrs. Buckingham, and three children . . .

New Zealand (21 December 1843 to 22 February 1854):

"SHIPPING LIST. ARRIVALS", Daily Southern Cross [Auckland, NZ] (23 December 1843), 2

https://paperspast.natlib.govt.nz/newspapers/DSC18431223.2.4 

Dec. 21. "City of Sydney," brig, Monro. Passengers, Mr. and Mrs. Buckingham and three children, Mr. and Mrs. Thomspson and three children . . . Mr. and Mrs. Harrold and child.

ASSOCIATIONS: Mr. and Mrs. Thompson (actors); Mr. and Mrs. Harrold (actors)

[Advertisement], Daily Southern Cross (23 December 1843), 1

https://paperspast.natlib.govt.nz/newspapers/DSC18431223.2.3.1 

ROYAL VICTORIA THEATRE, MR. BUCKINGHAM'S first Entertainment will be given on Tuesday evening next, at the Royal Hotel, when will be performed the laughable Farce of THE TWO GREOGRIES.
Singing and Dancing, to conclude with LOVER'S QUARRELS . . .

"THEATRE", Auckland Chronicle and New Zealand Colonist (27 December 1843), 2

https://paperspast.natlib.govt.nz/newspapers/ACNZC18431227.2.8 

We last night attended the first theatrical performance in Auckland. It took place (under management of Mr. George Buckingham) at the Royal Hotel, the long room in which we found converted into a very tasty little theatre. The performances consisted of the two Gregories - an interlude, and concluded with Lover's Quarrels - the whole of which entertainments appeared to give great satisfaction to the audience. The characters of Gregory in the first piece, and Sancho in the after-piece, were sustained by Mr. Buckingham, in a style not to be excelled, we think in the Colonies, and the laughter and applause he elicited, must have shewn him his talent, was duly appreciated. His son, a boy of three years old, astonished and delighted the audience by his comic singing; it is evident he will require little to become great in the lustrome art. The performance being on our night of publication, prevents our giving as full an estreque as we should wish; suffice it, the whole company exerted themselves to the utmost, and if the performances continued to be conducted as the first night, there can be no doubt the theatre will become a fashionable resort. We are sorry that there was but a very poor attendance, as we consider Mr. Buckingham entitled to the public support.

"BIRTH", New Zealander [Auckland] (15 May 1847), 2

https://paperspast.natlib.govt.nz/newspapers/NZ18470515.2.20 

On Thursday last, at Official Bay, Mrs. Buckingham, of a son.

"BIRTH", New Zealander (12 December 1849), 2

https://paperspast.natlib.govt.nz/newspapers/NZ18491212.2.3 

On Monday morning, at Princes-street, Mrs. Buckingham, of a Son.

"BIRTH", New Zealander (25 September 1852), 3

https://paperspast.natlib.govt.nz/newspapers/NZ18520925.2.9 

On Friday, 24th September, 1852, at Waterloo Quadrant, Mrs. G. Buckingham, of a son.

"BIRTH", New Zealander (4 October 1854), 3

https://paperspast.natlib.govt.nz/newspapers/NZ18541004.2.6 

At her residence, Waterloo Quadrant, on Saturday, 30th September, Mrs. G. Buckingham, of a Son.

Australia (4 March to 26 August 1854):

"SHIPPING. ARRIVALS", The Sydney Morning Herald (6 March 1854), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12957434 

MARCH 4. - Moa, brig, 218 tons, Captain Bowden, from Auckland 22nd February. Passengers - . . . Mr. and Mrs. Buckingham and six children . . .

[Advertisement], Empire [Sydney, NSW] (15 March 1854), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article60150156 

ROYAL VICTORIA THEATRE.
BUCKINGHAM AND FAMILY will give two Entertainments during their stay in Sydney.
The first will take place TO-MORROW EVENING, 10th March, at eight o'clock.
The following will be the order of the Programme: -
PART I.
No. 1. Come, brothers, arouse. - Chorus.
2. German Waltz - piano, and flute, - Miss and Master Buckingham.
3. Ethiopian Melodies - Quintette.
4. Ben Bolt - Miss Buckingham.
5. Queen of my Soul (flute accompaniment).
- Miss R. Buckingham.
6. Singing Lesson. - Mr. and Miss Buckingham.
7. Lovely May. - Chorus.
Between first and second parts, Monsieur Louvedin will perform a Solo on the Cornopean.
PART II.
1. Haste to the Woods. - Chorus.
2. Faint and Wearily. - Quartette.
3. Goody Guy. - Miss R. Buckingham.
4. Solo (flute) - Master Buckingham.
5. Wanted, a Governess. - Mr. Buckingham.
6. Merry Sunshine (flute accompaniment) - Miss Buckingham.
7. Good time Coming - Master W. Buckingham.
Between the second and third parts Monsieur Dumont will perform a Solo on the Flutina.
PART III.
1. Whisper Low, - Chorus.
2. Trabb, Trabb. - Master Buckingham.
3. Blanch and Lisette. - Quartette.
4. Flute Melodies. - Master Buckingham.
5. Merry and Free (Trio). - Master C. Buckingham, &c.
6. Mountain Flower. - Miss Buckingham.
7. Finale - The Legend of Cinderella. - By all the members.
Boxes, 4s.; upper circle, 3s.; pit, 2s.; gallery, 1s.

ASSOCIATIONS: Adolphus Louedin (cornopean); Monsieur Dumont (flutina)

"THE BUCKINGHAM FAMIIY", Bell's Life in Sydney and Sporting Reviewer (18 March 1854), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article59758411 

This talented family gave their first entertainment at the Royal Victoria Theatre, on Thursday evening, and received the approbation of a fashionable and well-filled house. The family consists of Mr. Buckingham, his two daughters, and three sons, and they have also secured the assistance of Mons. Loudevein, professor of the cornopean, and Mons. Dumont, whose performance upon the flutina is unrivalled. Mr. Buckingham is one of the oldest members of the Sydney stage, will we trust receive the support of all who entertain a remembrance of his histrionic career. As the Buckingham family are under engagement to proceed to Melbourne immediately, they announce a second and last entertainment for Wednesday evening next, to which we specially invite the attention of the musical world.

"CONCERT AT THE THEATRE", Empire (23 March 1854), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article60150424 

The Buckingham Family's second Juvenile Musical Entertainment came off at the Theatre last evening. The programme, (which consisted of a well-selected variety of popular pieces) was gone through, to the entire satisfaction of the audience, as evinced by repeated encores. The older Miss Buckingham was in much better voice, and sang with more confidence than on the last occasion. Her songs, "I love the Night," and "The Merry Sunshine," were rapturously applauded. Master Buckingham's Flute Performances also called forth the approbation of the House, particularly in his execution of the Irish Melodies, which were given with a taste hardly to be expected in a youth of his tender age. We understand the Family purpose pose leaving Sydney in a few days for Melbourne, where they intend to give a series of similar Entertainments to those which have just terminated here. We wish them every success in their undertaking.

[Advertisement], The Argus [Melbourne, VIC] (24 April 1854), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4806299 

MECHANICS' INSTITUTION. The approbation bestowed on the first appearance of the Buckingham Family at the Queen's Theatre, on Saturday evening,
has induced them announce, on Wednesday, one more entertainment . . . Wednesday Evening. - Judge for yourselves.
Flute, Master Buckingham; Second Flute, Master M. Buckingham. "Good time coming, boys," by young C. Buckingham. Seats 5s., and 2s 6d.

ASSOCIATIONS: Queen's Theatre (Melbourne venue); Mechanics' Institution (Melbourne venue)

"SHIPPING", The Sydney Morning Herald (18 July 1854), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12954978 

July 17 London (s), 405 tons, Captain Watts from Melbourne, 15th instant. Passengers . . . Mr. and Mrs. Buckingham and 5 children, Miss Buckingham . . .

"THE CONCERT . . .", Empire (16 August 1854), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article60195030 

. . . given by the Buckingham Family on Monday evening, at the Royal Hotel, was numerously and respectably attended; and, judging from the applause bestowed, must have afforded considerable gratification to the audience. Master Buckingham's flute solo was an excellent performance, and the quartette sung by Miss R. and Masters G., M. [sic, W.] and Conrad Buckingham, was rendered with great effect. In the second part, "Piccaninny" Buckingham, (aged three years) particularly distinguished himself, and was warmly applauded; and Mr. Fairchild was exceedingly happy in the beautiful ballad "I'm leaving thee, Annie." The various songs were accompanied by Miss Buckingham on the piano-forte, and her tasteful execution of the different pieces was much and deservedly admired. Prior to their departure for New Zealand, which will take place shortly, the Family purpose giving a Farewell Concert, to which the patronage of several distinguished persons has been promised.

ASSOCIATIONS: Joseph Fairchild (vocalist); Royal Hotel (Sydney venue)

"THE BUCKINGHAM FAMILY", Bell's Life in Sydney and Sporting Reviewer (19 August 1854), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article59759019 

This talented family announce their last appearance in Sydney prior to their departure for New Zealand, for Tuesday evening next, at the Royal Hotel, under the immediate patronage of His Excellency the Governor-General, and the leading families of the city.

"CONCERT", Empire (26 August 1854), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article60196221 

The farewell Concert of the Buckingham Family came off last evening in the saloon of the Royal Hotel. The programme, which contained several popular pieces, was gone through with entire satisfaction to a very numerous audience who had honoured the young artistes with their presence on the occasion. His Excellency the Governor-General and several other distinguished individuals patronised the entertainment, which was considerable enlivened throughout by the performances of the Military Band. The elder Miss Buckingham, as usual, presided at the pianoforte, and her tasteful execution of the various selections, as also two or three ballads which she sung during the evening, formed the theme of general admiration. The younger members, likewise, acquitted themselves very creditably - more particularly the "Piccaninny," (aged four years), who afforded infinite amusement to the juvenile portion of the audience.

ASSOCIATIONS: Band of the 11th Regiment (military); Charles Fitzroy (governor)

"CLEARANCES", The Sydney Morning Herald (28 August 1854), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article30940921 

August 26 - Algerine, brig, 180 tons, Captain Lillwall, for Auckland. Passengers - Mr. and Mrs. Sharp, Mr. and Mr. Buckingham and family (5) . . .

New Zealand (11 September 1854 to 2 April 1856):

"PORT OF AUCKLAND. ENTERED INWARDS", Daily Southern Cross [Auckland, NZ] (12 September 1854), 2

https://paperspast.natlib.govt.nz/newspapers/DSC18540912.2.3 

September 11 - Algerine, brig, 160 tons, Capt. Lillewall, from Sydney. Passengers . . . Mr. and Mrs. Buckingham and family (5) . . .

[Advertisement], Daily Southern Cross (11 December 1855), 2

https://paperspast.natlib.govt.nz/newspapers/DSC18551211.2.3.4 

Notice, MR. BUCKINGHAM and FAMILY request that all claims or demands may be presented for liquidation up to the 1st January, 1856.

"PORT OF AUCKLAND. CLEARED OUTWARDS", Daily Southern Cross (4 April 1856), 2

https://paperspast.natlib.govt.nz/newspapers/DSC18560404.2.3 

April 2 - William Denny, (s.s.), 454 tons, Capt. Mailler, for Sydney.
Passengers . . . Mrs. Buckingham and family (6) . . .

Australia (from 9 April 1856):

"THEATRICAL", The Sydney Morning Herald [NSW] (11 April 1856), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12980457 

We observe that the celebrated Buckingham Family appear at the Victoria Theatre on Tuesday evening previous to their departure on their American tour.

[Advertisement], Empire [Sydney, NSW] (11 April 1856), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article60246424 

FOR ONE NIGHT ONLY. - The Celebrated BUCKINGHAM FAMILY, having arrived from Auckland, will appear at the ROYAL VICTORIA THEATRE, in one of their popular Musical and Dramatic pieces; being their only Appearance in Sydney previous to their departure for America.

RE-OPENING OF THE QUEEN'S THEATRE", The Argus [Melbourne, VIC] (26 April 1856), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4836447 

The Queen's Theatre is announced to be re-opened on Wednesday next by the Buckingham Family, whose performances some two or three years back were very popular in Melbourne. Messrs. Fry and Renno, the scenic and mechanical artists from the Theatre Royal, are engaged furbishing up the theatre.

"FETE IN THE DOMAIN", The Sydney Morning Herald [NSW] (16 September 1856), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12987051 

Between four and five thousand persons attended the moonlight fete in the Domain last evening. Three bands, including that of the 11th Regiment, enlivened the scene by the continuous succession of airs, principally quadrilles and polkas. The utmost good order was maintained until towards ten o'clock, when it was observed that preparations were being made for removing a piano which had been placed in a booth, under which a stage had also been erected for the promised concert. At this height a number of boys present set up a series of yells, which increased to a perfect storm when it was known that the Buckingham Family would not appear . . . Great discontent was expressed at the disappointment, the majority having attended solely to hear the Buckingham Family.

"To the Editor of the . . .", Empire (17 September 1856), 7

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article64976668

SIR. - With reference to a report of the proceedings at the Moonlight Fête in the Domain on Monday evening, which appeared in your paper of to-day, the Buckingham Family beg to acquaint those ladies and gentlemen who attended, that the fault of their not performing is to be attributed solely to the bad arrangements of the projector of the entertainment. They went there at twenty minutes before 9 o'clock and remained until ten minutes past 9, in company with two old and respected citizens, ready to carry out their engagements; but finding, in lieu of a platform, only a few drays covered with calico, and not a seat for Miss Buckingham to sit at the piano, nor even a light in the temporary place, by which the music could have been deciphered, the family left the carriage and walked home. Trusting that this will be deemed a sufficient apology, I remain, yours, &c.,
GEORGE BUCKINGHAM. September 16, 1856.

[News], Bell's Life in Sydney and Sporting Reviewer (26 September 1856), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article59867387 

This talented family give their farewell concert at the Prince of Wales Theatre, on Tuesday next, 23th instant, prior to their departure from Sydney. The gratification and amusement which the public have so often derived from the performances of Mr. Buckingham's party, during a period of 25 years, are the best guarantee that his appeal for Tuesday next will meet with a ready response. We heartily recommend the Buckingham family to the favorable notice of the public.

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (17 March 1857), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article28637155 

MUSIC FOR THE MILLION. - ST. PATRICK'S DAY. School of Arts.
The BUCKINGHAM FAMILY'S Programme for THIS EVENING.
1. Chorus - Elfin Call - Company
2. Mocking Bird - (Flute obligato), Miss and Master Buckingham
3. Lubin' Finger and Thumb, Miss R. Buckingham
4. Two Flutes - (Bohemian Girl), Masters G. and W. Buckingham
5. School Boys we used to play - Master W. Buckingham
6. Drawing of Teeth - Master C. Buckingham
7. Laughing Solo and Chorus, Master H. Buckingham.
End of Part I.
Between the parts Mr. I. Davis has kindly consented to perform a solo on the violin.
Part II.
Overture - Caliph of Bagdad, Mr. Davis, Miss Buckingham, Master Buckingham
1. Chorus - Massaniello, Company
2. Merry Sunshine, Miss Buckingham
3. Old Man he cried. Miss R. Buckingham
4. Three Flutes - Norma, Masters G., W., and Conrad Buckingham
5. Bloomer Costume, Master T. Buckingham
6. Irish Medley - St. Patrick's Day, Miss and Master Buckingham
7. Red, White, and Blue - (Solo and Chorus), Master H. Buckingham.
God Save the Queen.

ASSOCIATIONS: Isaac Henry Davis (violin); School of Arts (Sydney venue)

[Notice], New South Wales Government Gazette (8 September 1857), 1754

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article229174554 

In the Supreme Court of New South Wales. IN INSOLVENCY.
In the Insolvent Estate of George Harney [sic] Buckingham, of Charles-street, Woolloomooloo.
WHEREAS the Estate of George Harney Buckingham was, on the 1st day of September, 1857, placed under sequestration by order of His Honor Roger Therry, Esquire . . .

"THE BUCKINGHAM FAMILY", The Goulburn Herald and County of Argyle Advertiser [NSW] (18 November 1857), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article118312828 

This talented family made their appearance, after so many promises, on Monday evening last, at the Chequers' Inn, and a very great treat was experienced. They have a pretty little theatre, fitted up with gallery, &c. As to the entertainment, each one seemed to be delighted with the talent displayed by children so young. First, we were treated with a Grand Chorus by all the company; next, we had the Mocking Bird, by Miss Buckingham, with Flute obligato by Master Buckingham. Then came two more of the family, brother and sister, in a very comical Duet, which was vociferously encored. After which a little creature, quite a mite, appeared and sang Paddy Malone in first-rate style. Then Miss R. Buckingham sang the Little Maid very prettily. This was followed by Mr. Buckingham's song, who clearly showed he had not forgotten how to please; the three sons finishing the first part, by a selection from Norma, &c., on three flutes. In the second part, we were treated to a great variety of Songs, Duets, Glees, &c. When all was performed so well, it would be invidious to particularize. Suffice it to say, the audience were unanimous in their opinion as to their being the most talented family that have yet visited Goulburn. We advise all to go and see them. We perceive they are to be patronised this evening by Captain Plunkett, and we heartily wish them a bumper.

ASSOCIATIONS: Patrick Plunkett (retired soldier, magistrate, patron, d. 1865)

"DISTRICT NEWS. MUSWELL BROOK. THE BUCKINGHAM FAMILY", The Maitland Mercury and Hunter River General Advertiser [NSW] (14 January 1858), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article18648212 

We have welcomed, for two nights, an agreeable visit from this musical generation, whose various acquirements, vocal and instrumental, have earned them a wide-won reputation. We have much pleasure in bearing testimony to the cleverness of the individual, and united exertions of these young artists, whose experienced father, a member of the London boards when 1800 had recently come of age, must have taken great pains to cultivate them, so as to make his cluster of rising plants bring forth such exceedingly palatable fruits. The eldest son is a flutist of delicacy of touch and rapidity of execution; his eldest sister a pianiste and songstress rather of the bravura order; her "Mocking Bird," and "I love the merry sunshine," were ably and artistically given. The second sister must not be unrecorded as a Hebe, all smiles and dimples, her song, "I'm single yet," was warbled with a bewitching archness, and such pointed articulation, as completely to challenge a practical alteration instanter, if anything like gallantry be extant in 1858. Nor must be omitted the second son's martial and stirring song, in character, of "The bold musqueteer." But the cadet, the Buckingham bit, with his "Paddy Malone," "Barber Brown," &c., &c., made much laughter, and elicited unanimous encores. Several duets and chorusses were spiritedly given and deservedly admired. The little fellow is really clever. We are not thick and thin adulators of stage precocity - rather sceptical about hot-bed Othellos, and not staunch voters for the Hamlets when very green. When Dr Johnson was pestered for praise by it fond mamma, who declared her young daughter's extraordinary outpouring of noise from a harpsichord as "wonderful," he replied, "Wonderful, madame! would it be impossible!" But young Buckingham is, and appears as a child, and one full of fun and joy, which he literally scatters around. Mr. B gave some good comic songs with appropriate humour. The stage tact of the "Happy Family" was developed in a vaudeville, which concluded the last night's performance to the elite and other classes who notwithstanding the intense heat of the atmosphere, well attended our court house, a large and lofty building, and one particularly adapted for sound The Buckinghams left this day (Wednesday) on an up-county tour, which we hope may bring them in approximation to the golden regions, there to barter for their notes.
6th January, 1858.

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

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

GREATEST ATTRACTION IN THE CITY, commencing on MONDAY NEXT,
at TOOGOOD'S SALOON, which will be opened under different management, and as puffing will not be resorted to, A. T. would merely mention the following names as a proof of the proprietor's sincerity in endeavouring to render his saloon one of the greatest attractions 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. R. 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.).
N.B. Artistes requiring engagements, will please apply by letter to
G. H. BUCKINGHAM, Toogood's Saloon.
WANTED, a Cornet Player.

ASSOCIATIONS: Alfred Toogood (proprietor); Simon Glogoski (violin); Monsieur and Josephine Picilomo (vocalists, pianist); Toogood's Saloon (Sydney venue)

"THEATRICALS . . . TOOGOOD'S SALOON", Bell's Life in Sydney and Sporting Reviewer (13 March 1858), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article59868346 

We observe by advertisement that Mr. Toogood is making a great effort to amuse his friends during the winter months, having just in the nick of time engaged the talented Buckingham family, Madame Josephine, Madame Glogoski, Miss Buckingham, and in fact all the Buckingham troupe, who have abandoned for the present their purposed visit to Albury. With so efficient a company, we trust it may pay him. We can vouch for the respectability of the Saloon, and the mode in which it will be conducted, from the favorable knowledge we have had for many years past of Mr. Buckingham and his gifted children.

"CENTRAL POLICE COURT. THURSDAY", The Sydney Morning Herald (23 July 1858), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13014202 

A considerable time was occupied in investigating a quarrel between Mr. Alfred Toogood, of the Rainbow Tavern, and Mr. George H. Buckingham, whose musical family have for some time past drawn considerable numbers to frequent the Rainbow Concert Room. Mr. Roberts conducted Mr. Toogood's case; and Mr. Michael appeared as counsel for Mr. Buckingham. Some misunderstanding appears to have for some time existed between them, and on Thursday evening Mr. Toogood (for the purpose, he alleged, of confining the noise of the music to the concert room) put up a door, which at the commencement of the lease of the room to Buckingham was for his convenience taken off its hinges; while Toogood was on his knees thus employed, Buckingham having to pass him, stepped over him, and then, lifting his heel, struck Toogood therewith on his side. On the other side, it was denied that Toogood was kicked, or even touched, as described, but if he was it was accidental and not of design. Toogood deposed that he then told defendant that if he (Buckingham) kicked him again he would give him a rap with the hammer with which he was fixing the door. Buckingham, on the other hand, alleged that without complaining of having been kicked, Toogood threatened that if he came in his way again he would knock him down with the hammer. This trumpery affair occupied two gentlemen on the Bench and two attorneys for nearly two hours. Their worships found Buckingham guilty of an assault, and sentenced him to pay a penalty of 1s., and recommended him to withdraw his complaint against Toogood for threatening language, which he did.

"CARCOAR [FROM OUR OWN CORRESPONDENT]", Bathurst Free Press and Mining Journal [NSW] (27 November 1858), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article64375618 

This highly talented family (seven in number) paid us a visit last week, and performed four nights to crowded and delighted audiences, giving to the residents of the town the greatest treat that they have ever experienced. The performances were far superior to anything of the kind ever attempted here before. Mr. Buckingham is a performer of ability, his medley of "Alonzo the Brave," only required to be heard to be appreciated; the performances of the eldest daughter upon the pianoforte, and her selections from several favorite Operas, received great applause and repeated encores; Miss R. Buckingham and her brother Walter sang some pretty duets and were loudly applauded, and the whole of them gave the greatest satisfaction both in their vocal and instrumental performances. On Friday evening they went through the musical piece of the "Troubles of Matrimony," which was received with roars of laughter and great applause. The family intend shortly to pay a visit to the Lachlan, where I am sure they will meet with a warm reception.

"THE BUCKINGHAM FAMILY", Wagga Wagga Express and Murrumbidgee District Advertiser [NSW] (29 January 1859), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article105998432

This very talented family arrived here on Saturday and played on the same night to a crowded house at Mr. Byrnes' Hotel. Their fame came before them and therefore it was not to be wondered at, claiming as they did at a few hours notice, the numerous attendance that appeared in the saloon of the Hotel. This clearly demonstrates how the good people of Wagga Wagga are desirous of patronising anything in the shape of genuine talent. It is needless to speak of their ability, as their claims have been acknowledged in every town and by every person who may have heard them. The public press also has been lavish in their praise. The precosity of the juvenile portion of the family are astonishing. Master Walter in particular, as the "Old Musketeer". There he may be seen with the violin, again at the flute, then at the piano; in fact he seems au fait in whatever may come in his way. Then we have the picaninny, whose "Billy Crow" is the most comical thing our readers can imagine. "Barber Brown," "Beautiful Boy," "Paddy Malone," are all of the same class. His performance on the flute in company with his brothers is excellent. Again where shall we find a better player than the elder son George on the flute? Who can forget the exquisite tones in that beautiful melody "Home, sweet home," rendered by him, with others of a similar character. We must not forget to make particular mention of Miss Rosa Buckingham, whose performance on the piano, (which was kindly lent for the occasion by George Forsyth, Esq.), was excellent; she also sang the song of "Molly Asthore." On Wednesday evening the performance took place in the large ball room attached to Mr. Fox's Squatters' Hotel, and notwithstanding the heavy rain the room was crowded . . . [the family also appear in several other reports]

"THE BUCKINGHAM FAMILY", Ovens and Murray Advertiser [Beechworth, VIC] (19 February 1859), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article117925927 

This talented family give their second entertainment at the Telegraph hotel, on Thursday night. We were unable t0 be present but for a short time, but during that time we were highly pleased with what we saw and heard. Mr. Buckingham sings comic songs with great spirit and effect, and from all that we have heard, the family fully deserve the high encomiums which have been passed on them by the press. A third and final entertainment is announced for this evening, it being for the benefit of one of the juvenile members of this very clever family, and as this will probably be the last opportunity we shall have of listening to their delightful music, a full house at the "Telegraph" may reasonably be expected.

"Local Intelligence. THE BUCKINGHAM FAMILY", Wagga Wagga Express and Murrumbidgee District Advertiser (26 March 1859), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article105998822 

On Saturday evening Mr. G. H. Buckingham had a complimentary benefit. The house was crowded and everything passed off well. The performance was, as usual, good. On Monday evening the Buckingham Family gave a free concert, it being their last appearance previous to their departure for Albury, Yass, and other places. The room was crowded to excess, and the Family performed in their usual style. Everything passed off pleasantly, with the exception of the attempt to get up a demonstration against a gentleman of the town. This attempt, we understand, was instantly suppressed by Mr. Buckingham, who did everything in his power to preserve order. On the audience leaving the room, the same disgraceful scene was enacted, and was kept up for about half an hour. We think that such demonstrations in a community like this reflect great discredit upon all parties concerned. Mr. Buckingham and his family left for Albury on Wednesday last, to be present at the Agricultural Ball, whence they will proceed to Yass, Goulburn, returning to this place by the 24th May, at which time the Bachelor's Ball will take place.

"AN INCIDENT IN THE ADVENTURES OF THE CELEBRATED BUCKINGHAM FAMILY", Bell's Life in Sydney and Sporting Reviewer (2 April 1859), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article59870388

. . . POLICE COURT, WAGGA WAGGA. Monday, March 21. ROSA Buckingham was charged by James Thornburn Brown, of the Wagga Wagga Express, with having purloined sundry valentines, his property, to the value of 8s 6d sterling. Miss Buckingham pleaded not guilty, and was defended by her father . . .

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (24 May 1849), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13025301 

THE MANLY BEACH FESTIVAL. - The BUCKINGHAM FAMILY will appear in the Saloon at 3 p.m., with the Musketeer, Billy Crow, and Peter Peppercorn.
Madame GLOGOSKI will preside at the pianoforte. MANLY BEACH REGATTA . . .
THE BUCKINGHAM FAMILY will give a Shilling Concert. The European Band are engaged for the day.

[Advertisement], Illawarra Mercury [Wollongong, NSW] (14 July 1859), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article132226718 

Buckingham Family's Dancing School.
PUPILS not far advanced will take notice we meet at 7 o'clock THIS EVENING.
QUADRILLE PARTY at 1 o'clock. Only 10s per month.
Musical Instruments tuned and repaired.
Dapto, Kiama, and Shoalhaven NEXT WEEK.

[Advertisement], Illawarra Mercury (25 August 1859), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article132226866 

Ball at the Wollongong Hotel.
A BALL AND REFRESHMENT will be given in the spacious saloon of the Wollongong Hotel, on TUESDAY Night, the 30th instant.
The Buckingham Family's most efficient and full band will be in attendance. Dancing to commence at 8 o'clock, p.m.
Double Tickets, 7s 6d; single ditto 5s, which can be obtained at the Hotel.
Grand Ball. HERR GLOGOSKI, begs to inform the inhabitants of Shoalhaven, that a Grand Ball will take place at his Dancing Academy, on Monday, the 29th August . . .
MADAM GLOGOSKI begs to inform the inhabitants of Shoalhaven, that she intends giving lessons on the Pianoforte, Singing, Dancing, and every description of Fancy Work. Charges moderate . . .

"QUEANBEYAN", New South Wales reports of crime, etc., etc. for police information (16 January 1860), 2

https://www.ancestry.com.au/discoveryui-content/view/1483502:1942 (PAYWALL)

A warrant has been issued for the apprehension of Phillip Wagganer, a German travelling musician, for having, on the 6th inst., failed to enter the hired service of Mr. George Harvey Buckingham, with whom he had engaged as cook. He is about 28 or 30 years of age, about 5 feet 6 or 7 inches in height, slender make, sandy hair, small eyes, fair complexion, plays on the violin and cornet. Supposed to have gone towards Goulburn. £1 reward.

ASSOCIATIONS: Phillip Wagganer (musician)

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (6 December 1860), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13049877 

BUCKINGHAM FAMIUY - Come and hear Master Walter's tenor singing, George's flute, and Master Conrad's comicality._ BUCKINGHAM FAMILY. - Come and hear the Dashing Volunteer, and Maid of all Work, and Henry's picco.

"CENTRAL POLICE COURT. - THURSDAY . . . UNLAWFULLY ABSCONDING FROM HIRED SERVICE", Empire [Sydney, NSW] (5 April 1861), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article60489676 

Robert W. Crooke, a very respectable looking man, was charged with absconding from the service of George Harvey Buckingham, of Campbelltown. The defendant was apprehended by virtue of a warrant issued from the Campbelltown bench, and, when arrested, had informed sergeant Lenehan that his reason for leaving was, Buckingham would not pay him his wages. In reply to the Bench, Crooke stated that he had been hired to play the double-bass and cornet; Buckingham, who is a concert giver, having agreed to raise his wages £1 every month, which he had not done. The following is a copy of the agreement between the parties:- "Sydney, November 9th, 1860. George Harvey Buckingham, doth agree to give board and lodging, all horse hire, all hotel expenses, and for the first month to pay unto Robert Crooke the sum of £4 sterling, and to increase £1 every month for a period of six months. Signed, G. H. Buckingham. Witness, Thomas Crowe." The Bench stated that they had no alternative but to remand Crooke to Campbell town, and he was remanded accordingly.

ASSOCIATIONS: Robert William Crook (musician); Thomas Crowe (musician)

"DIED", Illawarra Mercury (26 April 1861), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article132229673 

At her residence, George street, Campbelltown on the 19th instant, Anne Jane, the beloved wife of George H. Buckingham, aged 44 years, leaving husband and nine children to mourn their loss.

"CATHOLIC YOUNG MEN'S SOCIETY", Bathurst Free Press and Mining Journal (4 January 1862), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article62722172 

On Wednesday evening last a public tea meeting in connection with the above Society was held at St. Michael's School-room, Bathurst, at which there were about 150 persons present. The Buckingham family had been engaged for the occasion, to enliven the mooting with their superior instrumental performances, and during the evening numbers of the young persons present, enjoyed themselves in dancing various quadrilles, &c. From an advertisement in another column, it will be seen that the talented family alluded to above, will give one of their musical entertainments on Monday next, at the same place for the benefit of the Young Men's Society and from the success which has heretofore attended their efforts to amuse the public, a full attendance is anticipated.

"DEATH", Bells Life Sydney newspaper (3 May 1862), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article59791047 

Died of dysentery, on 25th April at Orange, Mr. G. H. Buckingham, aged 66 years, leaving a family of 9 children to mourn their loss.

[Notice], New South Wales Government Gazette (22 July 1862), 1331

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article225234591 

In the Supreme Court of New South Wales, ECCLESIASTICAL JURISDICTION.
In the Goods of George Harvey Buckingham, late of Sydney, in the Colony of New South Wales, innkeeper, deceased.
NOTICE is hereby given, that after the expiration of fourteen days from the publication hereof, application will be made to this Honorable Court in its Ecclesiastical Jurisdiction, that Letters of Administration of the goods, chattels, credits and effects of the abovenamed deceased, may be granted to George Robert Buckingham, of Maitland, the eldest son of the said deceased. -
Dated this 21st day of July, a.d. 1862.
W. H. MULLEN, Proctor for the said Applicant, By THOMAS ICETON, his Agent.

After 1862:

"SHIPPING", The Newcastle Chronicle and Hunter River District News (10 September 1862), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article111163751 

Sep. 9.- Cincinatti, barque, 413, Hyde, for Otago, with 643 tons coal. Passengers - Mr. and Mrs. Glogoski and two children, Mrs. and Miss Buckingham and servant, Masters Buckingham (3), and Messrs. Dalton, Ridgeway, E. Conn, and G. Buckingham, and 5 in steerage. Ward and Co., agents.

"FATAL ACCIDENT AT CROIXELLES HARBOUR. CAPSIZING OF A YACHT AND LOSS OF FOUR LIVES", Otago Daily Times (30 August 1864),

https://paperspast.natlib.govt.nz/newspapers/ODT18640830.2.7 

"NEW ZEALAND . . . THE FATAL ACCIDENT AT CROIXELLES HARBOUR", The Newcastle Chronicle and Hunter River District News [NSW] (1 October 1864), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article128922859 

When intelligence was received at Nelson of the deplorable accident which occurred at Croixelles Harbour, constable Mayo was despatched to make enquiries. A search was then made for the bodies of the persons who were drowned. Their names are - Mrs. Rosa Hayes, aged 20; Adelaide Eudora Hayes, aged 13 months; George Buckingham (not Colins as at first, reported), brother to Mrs. Hayes, aged 23; and Mary Cowley, the maid servant, aged 15. The body of the child, which was found on the beach near the Boulder Bank, was disinterred in the presence of a number of witnesses. It had scarcely begun to decompose, and with the exception of a slight graze on the temple, quite a skin wound, there was no mark on the body. When the boat sank, which she did instantly, the captain seized the infant with one hand and his wife with the other, while his brother in law struck out for one of the islands. Captain Hayes called to him to take the baby, but he apparently did not hear; and bye-and-bye first one oar and then another floated in the direction of the three, and enabled Captain Hayes to keep up his burden longer than he otherwise could have done. The place he landed at was very rugged, and he must, while in a state of mental insensibility, have climbed over a rugged point on the coast which intervened between the spot at which he landed and that where the ship was lying. Under the police officer's management, dragging was carried on around the spot where the yacht sunk; and diligent search was made for days all round the harbour, but without success; none of the bodies has been found. The yacht herself was raised by the crew of the Black Diamond, and in it was found the coat of George Buckingham. The hat of the maid, and the cap of Buckingham were found about the same time as the body of the child was discovered. Before leaving, Captain Hayes left orders to continue to search the shore and the harbour and send to Nelson immediately if any of the bodies should be found. But we fear, after this lapse of time that there is little likelihood of their being found.

"DEATHS", The Sydney Morning Herald (5 July 1895), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article14002517 

BUCKINGHAM. - June 28, 1895, at Melbourne, Walter, the beloved father of Arthur and Harry, after a very long and painful illness.

"Deaths", Sunday Times [Sydney, NSW] (23 September 1906), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article126562558 

BUCKINGHAM. - On 22nd inst., at Sydney Hospital, Conrad Buckingham (late of New Zealand), aged 56 years.
Friends are notified that the funeral will start from the Redfern Mortuary Station To-morrow (Monday), at 9.30 a.m.

Bibliography and resources:

"The Melbourne stage in its infancy", Colonial monthly: an Australian magazine 3/13 (31 August 1868), 45-53

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/250671002 

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-3061797021/view?sectionId=nla.obj-3065945639 (DIGITISED)

J. A. Miller, "HAYES'S EXPERIENCES ON THE OTAGO GOLDFIELDS. THE EARLY HISTORY OF 'BULLY' HAYES", Otago Witness (30 July 1896), 46

https://paperspast.natlib.govt.nz/newspapers/OW18960730.2.133 

"MUMMER MEMOIRS. MR. DAVE CLINTON REMINISCES - EARLY DUNEDIN STAGE . . . No. 182 (By 'Hayseed')", Sydney Sportsman (6 September 1911), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article168599365 

. . . Mr. Dave Clinton sends me, from Adelaide . . . a reminiscent letter . . . -
"Arriving at The Dunstan [NZ] in December [? 1863], near Christmas time, quite a large township had been formed of tents and canvas buildings, a few with sod walls. Bob Lynch, formerly of the Montezuma Hotel, Ballarat, was doing a roaring business. The Buckingham Family were giving entertainments. Previous to this they had been engaged by Clarence Holt to strengthen the cast in Buckstone's "Flowers of the Forest." Captain Hayes (better known perhaps as Bully Hayes, the South Sea pirate or modern buccaneer) was also here, being related to the Buckingham family by having married Rosa Buckingham.
A portly man of giant form.
Who had no fear of direst storm.
I may possibly tell you more about Bully Hayes, being familiar with his history from his birth in Cleveland, Ohio, to his death among the islands. I had several business transactions with him . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Dave Clinton (actor, memoirist); Joseph Michael Forde (memoirist); Clarance Holt (actor, manager)

Peter Downes [1990], "Buckingham, George and Buckingham, Rosetta", Te Ara (Encyclopedia of New Zealand)

http://www.teara.govt.nz/en/biographies/1b43/buckingham-george 

George Buckingham, one of the pioneers of theatre in Auckland, came to New Zealand from Australia late in 1843 on the City of Sydney, accompanied by his wife and three children . . . there is a strong probability that he was a freed convict. His career as an actor began in Sydney in 1832. He married Anne Jessop there on 21 July 1834 . . . George Buckingham senior returned to acting in late 1855 to partner the highly esteemed actress Mrs. W. H. Foley for a few months in her Auckland debut season, but after a violent disagreement over money the couple parted company. The next few years were spent touring with the family group around the inland towns of New South Wales and Victoria. In 1861 the Buckingham Family entertainers turned up in Sydney, but without either mother or father. Anne Buckingham had died in Campbelltown, New South Wales, on 20 April 1861, probably outliving her husband. How and where George Buckingham [senior] died is not known [sic] . . .

BUCKINGHAM, Edward (Edward BUCKINGHAM; Mr. E. BUCKINGHAM; Mr. BUCKINGHAM)

Actor, comedian, dancer, vocalist, clown, tumbler, convict

Born England, c. 1828; son of Thomas Edward BUCKINGHAM (c. 1795-1847) and Lucinda McBRAIN
Convicted Hastings, Sussex, England, 11 July 1846 (7 years transportation)
Arrived Hobart Town, VDL (TAS), 12 November 1848 (convict per Ratcliffe, from Spithead, 29 July 1848)
Married Sarah REED, St. George, Battery Point, Hobart, VDL (TAS), 26 November 1849
Arrived Adelaide, SA, by August 1853
Died Magill, SA, 10 July 1920, "in his 92nd year"

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Edward+Buckingham+c1828-1920 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-B-5.php#BUCKINGHAM-Edward (shareable link to this entry)

Summary:

Edward Buckingham was tried for repeat petty thefts at Hastings, Sussex, England, on 11 July 1846, reportedly aged 18; found guilty of felony, he was sentenced to 7 years transportation. On arrival in Hobart as a convict on 12 November 1848, he gave his age as 20 and his trade as "servant and tumbler". He appears to have been assigned immediately to the circus proprietor Robert Avis Radford (c.1815-1865), and was already advertised to perform at Radford's Amphitheatre on 21 November. Buckingham's sentence expired in July 1853, and he was in South Australia by August, billed as a "son of" Thomas Buckingham, "of the Surrey and Haymarket Theatres" on taking his first Adelaide benefit at the Royal Victoria Theatre in September.

If the London actor Thomas Buckingham was indeed Edward's father, he did not die when Edward was still a child, but in Lambeth Workhouse on 6 September 1847. According to the report of Edward's trial in 1846, he strenuously avoided giving any identifying details or potentially mitigating references, despite these being eagerly sought by the magistrate, concerning his family and other contacts in London. It is even possible, assuming that his father was already in straightened circumstances in 1846, that Edward actively contrived to be apprehended and transported.

Buckingham of course did not come out to Hobart for Anne Remens Clarke, as he claimed in 1905; rather it was Charles Young, who he performed with in 1849, who came out to Hobart for Clarke in 1843. He cannot have appeared in Melbourne or Sydney in 1852-53, or visited "the diggings" then. His anecdote about the musicians Alfred Howson probably correctly occurred in Hobart, where in 1848 Alfred's brother (not father) Henry Howson was leading the band for Radford. In Adelaide, he indeed performed at the Royal Victoria Theatre for Harriet Lambert, and during the visit there of Lola Montez.

Edward Buckingham's convict record is unusually short on later detail. He was given permission to marry Sarah Reed, and did so on 26 November 1849. His only further offence, on 13 April 1850 he was apprehended for being at the Royal Victoria Theatre, Hobart, without permission. He was granted a ticket-of-leave in mid 1851.

Buckingham's documented theatrical career seems not to have continued beyond the 1855 or 1856, whereafter, according to his own account, indebted to the theatre owner, Emanuel Solomon, he left Adelaide and settled in the country.

DISAMBIGUATION: Edward Buckingham (convict per Marian Watson)

Documentation:

"BOROUGH QUARTER SESSIONS", Brighton Gazette [Sussex, England] (16 July 1846), 7

https://www.britishnewspaperarchive.co.uk/viewer/bl/0000938/18460716/054/0007 (PAYWALL)

The Midsummer Sessions for this Borough were held on Friday, in the Town Hall . . . Edward Buckingham, a young man, pleaded Guilty to stealing, on the 16th June, in the parish of All Saints, two silk pocket handkerchiefs, one cloth cap, and one pair of black cloth trowsers, the property of Benjamin Coppard Betts. He was also charged with having, on the 11th June, stolen one silk pocket handkerchief, the property of John Betts, and again pleaded Guilty. A former conviction of felony was put in against the prisoner, who admitted that be was the party named in the certificate.
Recorder - Is there any one who knows anything you.
Prisoner - No.
Recorder - I have just seen a letter written by you, and so much as makes in your favour I will take, but some expressions I will pass by. Is there any thing you wish to say?
Prisoner - I consider that a person who is guilty of perjury is deserving punishment the person convicted of felony. There is that female . . .
Recorder - We have nothing to do with that. Prisoner - That's all I wish to say.
Recorder - I cannot allow you, after your conduct, to make any observations tending to impeach the evidence of a witness. Have you anything say to induce me to lighten the sentence?
Prisoner - No, I am well deserving all.
Recorder - Have you any friends here?
Prisoner - No.
Recorder - Where are your relatives living?
Prisoner - In London.
Recorder - Have they any connections here?
Prisoner - No.
Recorder - Is there any one here to whom I could refer, to justify me in departing from the heavy sentence which I must otherwise pass?
Prisoner - I don't know.
Recorder - Are none of your relatives here, knowing the position you are in?
Prisoner - I shouldn't like them to know it.
The Recorder, in passing sentence, said the prisoner had been guilty of most ungrateful conduct in robbing those who had generously assisted him in the time of trouble. I learn from your own statement (said the Recorder) that you have articles, not included in these charges, which you are desirous of restoring to their owners. I find from a certificate of the Clerk of the Peace that you were convicted in February last, at Lewes, of stealing two waistcoats, one shirt, four neckcloths, two pairs of stockings, two aprons, and one pair of trousers. You then had a light punishment; and now it remains for me to consider what sentence I shall pass upon you to deter you from further progress in crime, and so to prevent others from following your wretched example. I have earnestly made enquiries to ascertain whether I could find any person to give me hope as to your future conduct. I cannot overlook the fact that the former conviction was for stealing wearing apparel; I therefore find repetition of a similar offence after the lapse of a short time, which shews that the punishment you received for the first offence has not had desired effect. I cannot find, in the treatment of others towards you, that you have any grounds of justification for your conduct; in fact, the circumstances under which the offences were committed are great aggravation. You have been treated with great kindness; and this is the return you make. That you have not erred from ignorance is quite clear, and I trust that the sentence I am about to pass will have the effect ultimately of making you good member of society. The sentence is that you be Transported beyond the seas for seven years; and you will be Imprisoned at the Hastings Gaol for one week for the first offence.

"EXTRACTS . . . Death of Buckingham, the Comedian", Bell's Life in Sydney and Sporting Reviewer [NSW] (22 January 1848), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article59767864 

On Monday afternoon, September 6 [1847], Thomas Buckingham, the well-known comedian, expired in Lambeth Workhouse, after suffering great privation and distress, owing to infirmity and long-standing disease. On Saturday fortnight he was taken to Lambeth Workhouse, where he was removed into the infirmary, and received every attention from the officials, but gradually sank and died from general debility.

Medical journal of the Ratcliff, hired convict ship, 24 June to 30 November 1848, by John Gibson, surgeon superintendent; UK National Archives, ADM 101/63/4/3

https://discovery.nationalarchives.gov.uk/details/r/C10384600 

. . . Folio 11: case no 39, Edward Buckingham, aged 20, convict; taken ill at sea; sick or hurt, diarrhoea; put on sick list 26 September 1848, discharged 2 October 1848 cured.

Convict record, Edward Buckingham, arrived 1848; Tasmanian names index; NAME_INDEXES:1377026

https://stors.tas.gov.au/NI/1377026 

https://stors.tas.gov.au/CON33-1-91$init=CON33-1-91p21 

No. 20887 / Buckingham Edward / Tried Hastings 10 July 1846 7 years / Arrived 12 November 1848 /
Trade - Servant & Tumbler / Height 5ft 3in / age 20 / . . . Native place - Clerkenwell . . .
Offences & Sentences - 13 Apr'l '50 Hob't . . . being at the "Victoria Theatre without permission . . .
10. 6. 59 C[onditional] P[ardon] app'd

https://stors.tas.gov.au/CON18-1-50$init=CON18-1-50P9 

[Advertisement], Colonial Times [Hobart, VDL (TAS)] (21 November 1848), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article8763900 

RADFORD'S ROYAL AMPHITHEATRE. MURRAY-STREET. UNPARALLELED ATTRACTION!!!
FIRST APPEARANCE OF Mr. BUCKINGHAM, from the Theatres Royal, London.
THIS EVENING, THURSDAY AND SATURDAY, The 21st, 23rd, and 25th instants . . .
Comic Song, "The Beautiful Boy," MR. BUCKINGHAM, (His first appearance here.) . . .
Leader of the Orchestra, Mr. Howson; Acting Manager, Mr. Axtelle . . . Sole Proprietor, Mr. Radford.

ASSOCIATIONS: Robert Avis Radford (circus proprietor); Charles Axtelle (manager); Henry Howson (musician, leader)

[Advertisement], Colonial Times (24 November 1848), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article8763910 

ROYAL VICTORIA THEATRE. MONDAY, NOVEMBER 27 . . .
The Interlude will consist of The Highland Fling, by Mr. Cohen.
After which, a Series of entirely new Pictures, entitled THE FIGHTING GLADIATORS, by Messrs. Risley, Buckingham, and Grout.
Favorite Song, by Mrs. Lambert. To be followed by a favorite Ballad by Miss Howard, the Infant Prodigy . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Abraham Cohen (dancer); John Risley (acrobat, dancer); Harriet Lambert (formerly Jones, actor, vocalist); Royal Victoria Theatre (Hobart venue)

[Advertisement], The Hobart Town Advertiser (8 December 1848), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article264525177 

RADFORD'S ROYAL AMPHITHEATRE . . . TO-MORROW EVENING . . .
Clown to the Rope, Mr. Buckingham . . .
Flag Hornpipe - Mr. Ashton . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: James Henry Golden Ashton (dancer, circus performer)

[Advertisement], Colonial Times (12 December 1848), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article8764013 

RADFORD'S ROYAL AMPHITHEATRE. MURRAY-STREET . . .
Mr. RADFORD'S BENEFIT . . . THIS EVENING (TUESDAY), DEC. 12 . . .
To be followed by a DANCE OF THE DROLLS, By Messrs. Risley, Buckingham, and Grout . . .

[Advertisement], Colonial Times (19 December 1848), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article8764072 

RADFORD'S ROYAL AMPHITHEATRE. MURRAY-STREET . . .
Positively the LAST NIGHT of the Season, being for the BENEFIT of MR. AXTELLE, THE CLOWN.
THIS EVENING (TUESDAY), DEC. 19 . . .
Comic Song - The Clown's Old Sweetheart - Mr. Axtelle.
CHINESE FANDANGO, By MR. BUCKINGHAM . . .
FAVORITE DANCE - MR. COHEN . . .

"ROYAL VICTORIA THEATRE. NEW PANTOMIME, The Courier (27 December 1848), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2967186 

The new pantomime of Puss in Boots, or Harlequin and the Fairy of the Feline Species, adapted from the popular juvenile tale, was produced at the Victoria Theatre last evening . . . The polite politic philosophic persevering Puss in prunella is sustained by Mr. Young; Harlequin, Mr. Buckingham; Clown, Mr. Bragg; and Pantaloon by Mr. Campbell. Mrs. Young, as Columbine, executes some graceful dances during the representation.

ASSOCIATIONS: Charles and Jane Eliza Young (actors, dancer)

"ROYAL VICTORIA THEATRE", Hobarton Guardian, or, True Friend of Tasmania (21 February 1849), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article163503899 

The entertainments at this theatre on Monday evening were liberally patronized . . . The programme of performances marked out for Thursday evening, will doubtless secure a good return; and as it is to be the auspicious occasion of Mr. Buckingham's benefit, we hope the expectations of the gteen-room committee may not be disappointed.

[Advertisement], Colonial Times (27 March 1849), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article8764681 

Royal Albert Theatre, MRS. LAMBERT'S BENEFIT, THIS EVENING (TUESDAY), MARCH 27 . . .
THE INTERLUDE WILL CONSIST OF
Medley Dance, Mr. Buckingham.
SONG - MRS. LAMBERT.
[REDACTED] Melody - Mr. Meadows . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: George Meadows (vocalist); Royal Albert Theatre (Hobart venue)

Marriage permission, Edward Buckingham, 1849; Tasmanian names index; NAME_INDEXES:1245033

https://stors.tas.gov.au/NI/1245033 

. . . Sarah Reed, free, 30 October 1849 . . .

1849, marriages in the district of Hobart; Tasmanian names index; NAME_INDEXES:841195; RGD37/1/8 no 778

https://stors.tas.gov.au/NI/841195 

https://stors.tas.gov.au/RGD37-1-8p328j2k (DIGITISED)

No. 901 / Nov 26 1849 / St. George's / Edw'd Buckingham / Full Age / Writer / Sarah Reed / [Full Age] / Spinster . . .

"ROYAL ALBERT THEATRE", The Hobart Town Advertiser (4 December 1849), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article264605521 

This pretty place of amusement was crowded to excess on the Regatta night. Previous to the rising of the curtain the Manager came forward and made an apology about the music, as there was some misunderstanding; but however the performance commenced with the nautical drama of Black Eyed Susan; Mr. Turner, as William, played his part admirably. Mr. Meadows, as Jacob Twig, and Mr. Johnson, as Gnatbrain, kept the audience in roars of laughter. Raker, Doggrass and Captain Crosstree, by Messrs. Cohen, Buckingham and Brooke, did justice to their respective parts. Susan, by Mrs. Buckingham, was played very well, as also Dolly Mayflower, by Mrs. Webster . . . The evenings' amusement concluded with the musical farce of the Waterman, which was played very well, and the songs by Sam Tug, Johnson, Robin, and Turner were sung remarkably well . . . - Communicated.

"MR. AND MRS. BUCKINGHAM'S BENEFIT", Hobarton Guardian, or, True Friend of Tasmania (23 March 1850), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article173057080 

We beg to call the attention of the public to the Benefit at the Albert Theatre, on Monday evening next, for Mr. and Mrs. Buckingham. The programme of amusements, as advertised for the occasion, promise a full house, and a gratifying patronage to the theatrical company, which consists of some of the leaders of the stage in this island. Mr. Buckingham's connection with a performer of considerable celebrity at home, upon the boards of the principal theatres, will perhaps secure him a share of that encouragement, which the Tasmanian public have always extended to the efforts of those who have done their best to contribute to their innocent amusement. The "drama" must receive patronage, otherwise the highest talent, or most anxious zeal, may become prostrated by the too frequent assaults of disappointment. For particulars see hand-bills.

"CONVICT DEPARTMENT. April 13, 1850", Launceston Examiner (20 April 1850), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article36265770 

Conditional Pardons Recommended . . . Edward Buckingham, Ratcliffe 2 . . .

"POLICE REPORT", The Britannia and Trades' Advocate (18 April 1850), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article226534359 

Edward Buckingham and James Brignell, both holding tickets-of-leave, were charged by constable Barber with misconduct as prisoners of the crown in being in the Victoria Theatre at 10 o'clock on the night of Friday last, contrary to the Government regulations. Both were actors at the Theatre. Sentence - one month's imprisonment and hard labour, and then to be sent to reside in the country to cure their propensity for the "stock and buskin." As Shakespeare says in, Richard III, "so much for Buckingham."

[Advertisement], The Cornwall Chronicle [Launceston, TAS] (24 December 1850), 933

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article65573842 

PRINCE OF WALES, EVANDALE. JOHN KING determined on the ensuing Boxing Day not to be behind hand, has, at a great expense engaged that celebrated American Horseman, Mr. Hunter, whose unrivalled performances in the "Ring," on the "Tight Rope" and "Corde Volante," were the theme of admiration in the metropolis; and also the provincial Theatres of Eng land, will, assisted by the eccentricities of Buckingham, the well known Clown, late of Battie's Amphitheatrical Establishment, afford the highest rational amusement to those parties who may feel inclined to patronize the "Royal Circus," Evandale . . . PS. MR. HUNTER is the celebrated equestrian who, after clearing £75,000 in New York and Boston, came over to England, and having doubled the amount in London time, out here "to astonish the natives."

"Convict Department . . . CONDITIONAL PARDONS GRANTED", The Cornwall Chronicle [Launceston, TAS] (14 June 1851), 376

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article65573742 

. . . Edward Buckingham, Ratcliffe 2 . . .

NSW (by May 1853):

[Advertisement], The Maitland Mercury and Hunter River General Advertiser [NSW] (25 May 1853), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article667284 

A GRAND ENTERTAINMENT will take place on MONDAY EVENING, the 30th, at the "Northumberland," consisting of a variety of Performances by the Great Wizard of the South, assisted by Mr. E. Buckingham, the celebrated Clown, and Company, who will go through a variety of entertainments too numerous to mention. For particulars see Small Bills.

SA (by August 1853):

[Advertisement], Adelaide Times [SA] (20 August 1853), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article207120269 

ROYAL VICTORIA THEATRE . . . BENEFIT OF MR. RADFORD. Monday, 22nd August . . .
COMIC PAS DE TROIS - Messrs. Buckingham, Newson, and Rainsforth.
SONG - Ship on Fire - Troy Knight. SONG - I'll be a Gypsy - Master Bear . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Frederick Newson (dancer, vocalist); Troy Knight (vocalist); Royal Victoria Theatre (Adelaide venue)

[2 advertisements], South Australian Register (12 September 1853), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article48549837 

ROYAL VICTORIA THEATRE. MOONLIGHT.
GRAND CONCERT, given by the NEW YORK SERENADERS, patronised by their Excellencies Sir Charles Fitz Roy, Sir William Denison, G. J. La Trobe, the Governor of the Sandwich Islands, &c.,
THIS EVENING (Monday), September 12.
The New York Serenaders beg to inform the Ladies and Gentlemen of Adelaide that a Grand Concert will be given This Evening (Monday), by the following gentlemen: -
1st Banjo, Mr. C. Lyons; Flutina, Mr. S. Nash; 2nd Banjo, Mr. J. Peirce; Flute, Mr. F. Lee; Triangles, Master Christie;
Bones, Mr. E. Buckingham; Tambourine, Mr. C. Ellis.
PROGRAMME.
PART I.
Oberture - Band [sic]
Darkies, Sing - C. Ellis
Old Palm Tree - C. Lyons
Uncle Ned - Master Christie
Lynchburg Town - C. Ellis
O.P.G. - E. Buckingham
Rosa Mae - J. Peirce
Solo on the Flute - F. Lee
Pretty Yaller Gal - C. Lyons
Stop dat Laffin - C. Ellis.
PART II.
Hab you seen my Pretty Gal - C. Ellis
I'll be a Darkie - Master Christie
Mr. Coon - E. Buckingham
My Cynthy - C. Lyons
Solo on the Flutina - S. Nash
Dixon's Horse - C. Ellis
Slave's Dream - Master Christie
Susanna - J. Peirce
Rosa Lee - C. Lyons
Ghost ob Dinah - C. Ellis.
Da ole to conclude wid de Railroad Locomotivesteamumex-pressumgoaheadumsqnashumexplodeumbustumboilerum!
Boxes, 5s.; Pit, 3s.; Gallery, 2s. Doors open at half-past 7; commence at 8.

ROYAL VICTORIA THEATRE. BENEFIT of TROY KNIGHT . . .
Tuesday, September 13th, the performances will commence with the historical play, in three acts, entitled
"JACK SHEPPARD." - Jonathan Wild - Mr. Buckingham . . . Jack Sheppard - Troy Knight . . .
Overture - Caliph of Bagdad - Band
Darling Ould Stick - Mr. Newson
Trab, Trab - Mrs. Atkinson
Comic Dance - Mr. E. Buckingham . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: New York Serenaders (counterfeit troupe, SA, 1853); the real New York Serenaders, including John Ottis Pierce, were performing in Bathurst (NSW) in the same week; see "THE NEW YORK SERENADERS", Bathurst Free Press and Mining Journal (10 September 1853), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article62053438 

[Advertisement], Adelaide Times (20 September 1853), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article207120727 

ROYAL VICTORIA THEATRE. MR. E. BUCKINGHAM,
son of Mr. Thomas Buckingham, of the Surrey and Haymarket Theatres,
begs most respectfully to inform his friends, and patrons of the Drama, that his
BENEFIT is fixed for TUESDAY, SEPT. 20, on which occasion he trusts to meet with that patronage which it has ever been his study to merit.
The Performance will commence with the celebrated Nautical Dram, by E. Stirling, Esq., entitled GRACE DARLING: or, THE WRECK AT SEA. Characters by the Company.
Comic Song - Mr. Johnson, from Vauxhall.
Highland Fling - Mr. Newson.
Song - Miss La Roche.
Comic Pas Seul - E. Buckingham.
Song - "Thou art gone from my gaze" - Master Bear.
To conclude with the Laughable Farce of HAVE YOU SEEN MY WIFE?
Characters by the whole strength of the Company . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Miss La Roche (vocalist, actor); Master Bear (vocalist, actor)

"LAW AND CRIMINAL COURTS", South Australian Register (4 November 1853), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article48548950 

Edward Buckingham, described as a playactor, was charged with assaulting Mary Ann Fonsaker on Sunday last. The defendant, she said, beat her, bit her hand, and knocked a tooth out. In reply to Mr. Parker, she admitted that the defendant had left a gold ring in her possession; also that she had accused him of dishonest practices with his master, Mr. Radford, of the Temple Tap. A witness named Susannah Brydon stated that she saw Buckingham throw the woman down, but he did not strike the complainant in her presence. Mr. Walker undertook to conduct the complainant's case, but the Stipendiary Magistrate intimated that the Court was of opinion he was not sufficiently instructed in the case, and declined to hear him. The Court fined the defendant 40s. and costs.

"WANT OF WATCHFULNESS", Adelaide Observer (21 January 1854), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article158096192 

On Thursday evening last week, at the City Bridge Hotel, William O'Shaughnessy, one of the guards at the City Gaol, not being sufficiently on the watch, was lightened of his own watch and guard. It seems that a man named Edward Buckingham was with O'Shaughnessy the greater part of the evening, and he is suspected of having taken the missing articles from the waistcoat pocket of his companion whilst the latter was in a state of somnolency. Buckingham is in custody, and was brought before His Worship on Saturday. The case was remanded till Tuesday for further evidence, when none being forthcoming, the prisoner was discharged.

"VICTORIA THEATRE", South Australian Register (7 May 1855), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article49303374 

There will be a performance at the theatre this evening for the benefit of Mr. E. Buckingham, who appeals in the bills for support to "the Citizens of Adelaide and its vicinity." Again from the merits of Mr. Buckingham as an actor, and they are, of course, well known to all playgoers he makes his claim for special support on this occasion of his benefit to the judicious selection of the pieces which are to form the entertainment, and the style in which they will be put on the stage. According to the carte, a drama of intense interest is to be followed by an interlude of singing and dancing; the whole to conclude with "a ballet of action." The drama, under the name of Will Watch, is a great favourite at the London [illegible] . . .

"ROYAL VICTORIA THEATRE", Adelaide Observer (17 November 1855), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article158100686 

There was a very good attendance on Monday evening at the Theatre, and the performances went off with great spirit. Mrs. Lambert appeared as Black-eyed Susan, and was warmly greeted by a host of old supporters. Being the first character in which Mrs. Lambert appeared on the stage, it has always been with her a favourite study, and she seldom played it more affectingly or effectively than last night. Vinson was as natural as it was possible to be in that most artificial production of the "tight little island," a genuine British Jack-tar . . . Buckingham was a capital Doggrass, and Downey was intently amusing as Gnatbrain . . . The laughable farce of "To Parents and Guardians" followed, in which Miss Quinn played the mischievous schoolboy to the life . . . Downey then delivered a short address, thanking the public, on behalf of the company, for its support during the last three months.

ASSOCIATIONS: James Hetters Vinson (actor); Anna Maria Quinn (actor); Joseph Tracy Downey (actor, manager)

"VICTORIA THEATRE", South Australian Register (26 December 1855), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article49300066 

On Monday evening the house was exceedingly well filled for Mr. Vinson's benefit, on which occasion the "Corsican Brothers" was announced - a most difficult piece to get up at any Theatre, and one upon which we should hardly have expected an Adelaide manager to venture. To make matters worse, Miss Josephine Fiddes, who was cast for the very onerous part (or rather parts) of the twins, had been suffering for some days from severe indisposition, and it was doubtful to the hist moment whether she would be able to perform. She determined, however, like a brave girl as she is, to do her best, and to trust to the gallantry and kindness of the audience to pardon any deficiencies arising from her illness. As it turned out, very little apology was requisite, for she played the brothers in admirable style . . . The piece was particularly successful, and will probably attract several full houses at this period of the year, as it combines the interest of melodrama and spectacle with that of ballet and pantomime. The masked ball was will got up, and the frolics of Clown and Pantaloon were introduced with very fair effect. Buckingham's travestie of the Spider Dance was exceedingly good, and the jokes of the monstrous tarantula, and the favours of cabbage-stalks and carrot bunches from the boxes, told very well . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Josephine Fiddes (actor)

"VICTORIA THEATRE", Adelaide Times (26 December 1855), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article207076637 

The performances at thin theatre on Monday evening were for the benefit of Mr. Vinson, and his popularity was well evinced by a very crowded house, which appeared on the occasion . . . The first scene of the piece somewhat failed, owing to the great exertions of the prompter, but the introduction of a lively scene between. Messrs. Downey and Buckingham, raised an excitement which never failed for the rest of the evening . . . The masks chosen for the ball possessed the usual peculiarity of being stupidly hideous, of which the owners appear to be very well conscious. To enliven the occasion, Mr. Buckingham appeared as a clown, supported by Vinson as pantaloon. The former went through a vulgar imitation of the spider dance. His performance was characterised by much vigour and immodesty without one trace of the elegance or spirit of the original. At the conclusion thereof, he was suitably rewarded, not by a bouquet, but a selection of greens, carrots, &c., showered from the boxes by his coadjutor the pantaloon. Then followed several tricks in which Mr. Buckingham showed he was a very fair clown. Several victims appeared successively on the stage to undergo the ordeal of his practical jokes which were dealt with no measured hand, and fully answered the purpose of keeping the audience in a roar of laughter . . .

"FROM STAGE TO SHEEP STATION. AN ACTOR TURNS SHEPHERD. AFTER FIFTY YEARS [By Bohemian], Evening Journal (2 June 1905), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article208006547 

"This is Mr. Buckingham, Mr. Edward Buckingham," said Mr. W. R. Hunt as he introduced me to the subject of this interview. Mr. Buckingham, an old man with a kerchief tied around his neck, and with every appearance of having been some years in the back blocks, dropped his hat on the floor, a characteristic of those who live in the bush, and took a seat. Mr. Buckingham is an example of the Shakespearean expression that one man in his life plays many parts. Fifty years ago he was a smart man about town, and a good actor and dancer. To-day he is a shepherd, and at 76 years of age is "out of suits with fortune." But let him tell his own strikingly interesting story.

- Early Life. - "I am a son of Thomas Buckingham, one of the leading actors of the Surrey, Haymarket, and Olympic Theatres, London. I went on the stage when I was five years old. I was bringing my parents in three guineas a week before I was eight years old. That was £3 for them, and 3/- for myself. On my father's death I joined Frampton's pupils; we played ballets. When nine years of age, I played the Miser in "The Miser of Southward Ferry." In the afterpiece the same night I was the actor of all work. That was a pretty severe task for a child of nine years.

- To Australia. - Mrs. Clark took me from London to Hobart with Mr. Charles Young and Mrs. Thompson. We had not been at Hobart more than three months before Mrs. Clark eloped with the leader of the orchestra. Then I was thrown on my own resources. I went to Melbourne in 1852, and played at the Queen's Theatre, with Charles Young. After a visit to the diggings I proceeded to Sydney. I got an engagement under Madame Torney [sic, Torning], at the old Victoria Theatre, Pitt street. I will never forget the ludicrous incident that happened the first night I went on. There was a young fellow named Alfred Howson, who was very fond of a practical joke. His father was leader of the orchestra, and he also played in it. Alfred had been out fishing, and he brought a fish hook to the theatre to carry out his nefarious little plan. Early in the evening he ran a piece of cotton with the hook attached from the curtain to the orchestra. When his father took his seat Alfred placed the hook in the wig which his parent wore. Then the curtain rose to plaintive music, and simultaneously the poor old man's wig went up into the air. The angry parent in his effort to reach his wig with his fiddlestick fell flop on the drum in the corner of the orchestra. There were roars of laughter from the gods, and the first scene was completely annihilated.

- In Adelaide - "Well, salaries were so small that I came to Adelaide. I was first a member of Radford's company, at the circus in Light square. Owing to the people leaving for the diggings the attendances became so small that the circus had to be closed. I next played at the old Victoria, under the management of Mrs. Harry Lambert. That was about 1854. Those were the good old days of melodrama, and plenty of blue fire. I remember I afterwards appeared as Old Crumbs in 'The Rent Day.' Dicky Dean in 'Susan Hopley,' and Doggrass in 'Black-Eyed Susan.' I played under the management of L. N. Griffin at the old Victoria in 1855. I was Max Harkaway in 'London Assurance,' the Kinchin in 'Green Bushes,' and Jonathan Wild in 'Jack Sheppard.' I doubled the part of Polonius and the gravedigger in 'Hamlet.' Under the management of Quinn, father of the celebrated Anna Maria Quinn, the infant prodigy, I performed in 'The Two Gentlemen of Verona,' and I appeared as Roderigo in 'Othello.' I played utility parts for Charles Poole, and with Kemble Mason I impersonated Christopher Sly in The Taming of the Shrew.'

- With G. V. Brooke. - "I played with G. V. Brooke in Melbourne. I was engaged by George Coppin, the well-known veteran, at the Olympic, the 'old iron not,' as we called it, in Lonsdale-street. The theatre was made in London and brought out to Melbourne, and fitted up. I played for about six weeks with the great tragedian, appearing in a variety of parts.

- Lola Montez. - "Then I returned to Adelaide and played with Lola Montez, the great dancer. I remember taking part in an operetta called 'One Hour, or the Carnival Ball.' I also appeared as Moses in 'Money,' by Bulwer Lytton, and as Dolly Spanker in 'London Assurance.' I was the clown in the pantomime 'Puss in Boots.' That was for Mungall's gall's benefit. In that production I burlesqued Lola Montez's great spider dance. That was after the artiste had left for Melbourne. The Victoria Theatre having closed to be renovated, I went to Melbourne.

"I proceeded to Melbourne, and was advised not to go on the stage while Lola Montez was there. It was said she was very enraged at my burlesquing what she called her national dance. She said she was Spanish. I knew as a fact that her name was McCarthy, which, at any rate, has a truly Hibernian ring, so I determined to face the music. I went on the stage to tell Mr. Coppin of my arrival. As soon as Lola Montez heard my name mentioned she came over to me, and enquired if my name was Buckingham. I replied that it was. She asked me what I meant by burlesquing her national dance. I told her that as an old actress she ought to know that I had to do anything I was cast for, and anything my ability would allow be to do. She flew into a great rage, and told me that the spider dance was her national dance, and that I ought not to have performed it in a grotesque manner. I denied that I had ever danced her national dance, explaining that I had never stepped an Irish jig in my life. Close by was the carpenter's toolbox. She picked up the hammer and threw it at me with all her might. It missed me, but smashed a mirror Mr. Coppin, who was suffering with gout at the time, and had his leg encased in flannels, advised me to keep away from the theatre till Lola Montez had gone. He told me that I could call at the treasury every Saturday, and receive half salary until G. V. Brooke arrives. I had to study subordinate parts, and I continued to do this for about six weeks, when the news came that Brooke had gone down in the London. The company was disbanded, and I returned to Adelaide.

- Failure in Management. - "With a man named Troy Knight I took the Victoria Theatre, but owing to the heavy rent and a succession of bad houses we were soon out of pocket. The company was disbanded. Some few weeks after the theatre was closed, and Emmanuel Solomon came to me for the back rent. I couldn't pay, and was summoned. I went away touring the country on the burnt-cork business. I was 'bones.' I returned to Adelaide, was served with a U.J.S. and failing to appear, was awarded 40 days; but I had a friend in Mr. Hunt, sen., who sent me away in the bush out of sight. I have been in the bush ever since, and I have become so enamoured of the life that I like it better than any other. I was with Mr. Andrew Tennant and Mr. Samuel Mills.

- A Holiday. - "I once came to town for a holiday, and I couldn't keep away from the old theatre. 'Hoppy' Solomon saw me, and he said, 'You are just the man we want.' I said, 'What about the old man?' (meaning his uncle Emmanuel). He said. 'Oh, you needn't be afraid of him; he can't take the shirt away from a hungry man.' The result of the conversation was that I was to go to rehearsal at 10 o'clock the next morning. I was to play the harlequin in the pantomime to Mrs. Chambers's columbine. I was to get £10 a week during the run of the pantomime and £7 a week afterwards, and I was to go to Melbourne and Sydney with the company during the engagement of Charles Dillon. When I awoke in bed the next morning my wife persuaded me that it was a trap to catch me and put me in gaol for the debt I owed Emmanuel Solomon. I got frightened, and made my exit. I went straight back to Port Lincoln in the Lubra.

- How the Stage has Altered. -
"Yes, the profession has altered very much. My father, who was the cleverest artist in his line of business, never received more than £10 a night. That was considered a tremendous salary in those days. If he had been alive to-day he would have earned nearer £50 a night. The most I ever earned was £2 a night, and that was in Adelaide. I have not been to the theatre since Ada Ward was here."

- Theatrical Celebrities. -
I showed Mr. Buckingham an album containing photographs of theatrical celebrities which was given to me by the late Mr. J. C. F. Johnson, who was at one time dramatic critic of The Register. Mr. Buckingham was greatly interested in the old faces. He remarked:
"Yes. I saw Walter Montgomery: he was a great actor. But the greatest tragedian I ever saw was Macready. My father always contended that Edmund Keen was the greatest tragedian. I knew the son of Charles Keen. Why here's Creswick. I knew his people in London. They played at the Surrey. And here's Mrs. Cotterell, nee Carandini. That reminds me that I played once with Madame Carandini. I appeared as Sir Lawrance Paragon in "Perfection," a musical comedy. It was a long part, and I had only four hours' notice, but I played at night, and was line perfect."

- Hard Times. -
"I remember with one company I was with we were on the commonwealth principle, share and share alike. I got the paste pot and brush when it was all over; and I remember another member of the company had to be content with, half a pound of candles. Yes; I am getting up in years, and would not be much good upon the stage now. I have been in the hospital for some time, and have not been in work for several weeks. Still, I am going away soon to Fowler's Bay to shepherd sheep at 10/- a week. Well, I must play my part till the end."
And the old man walked out into the night.

ASSOCIATIONS: Buckingham cannot even have met Anne Remens Clarke (actor, manager) in Australia, let alone been employed by her, as she was last active professionally in Hobart in 1847; she had employed Charles Young (actor) on arrival in Hobart in 1843; Young's future mother-in-law Martha Thomson (actor), had arrived in Hobart much earlier, in 1837; Queen's Theatre (Melbourne venue); Eliza Torning (dancer, actor, manager); Royal Victoria Theatre (Sydney venue); Alfred Howson (musician, probably referring to an incident in Tasmania); Henry Howson (musician, Alfred's elder brother, not his father); Robert Avis Radford (circus performer, manager); Harriet Lambert (formerly Jones, actor, manager); Nathaniel Lewis Griffin (actor, manager); Gustavus Vaughan Brooke (actor, manager); George Coppin (actor, manager); Coppin's Olympic (Melbourne venue); Lola Montez (dancer); Maria Carandini (actor, vocalist)

Register of admissions, Adelaide Hospital, 30 September 1918; State Records of South Australia, GRG78/49

https://www.ancestry.com.au/discoveryui-content/view/68092:62318 (PAYWALL)

No. 4022 / Buckingham Edward / [residence] Beaumont / [age] 92 / Widower / Church of England / [admitted] 30. 9. 18 / [discharged] 9. 1. 19 / Senility / [born] England / Actor . . .

"Obituary", West Coast Sentinel [Streaky Bay, SA] (17 July 1920), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article168193488 

At the Old Folks' Home, Magill, last Friday morning, a very old identity of Streaky Bay passed away in the person of Mr. Edward Buckingham. The late Mr. Buckingham in his younger days followed the dramatic profession, and is reputed to have been an actor of no mean order. He came to the West Coast in the early days, and was for a great many years employed at the Flinders hotel. About four years ago, he realised that his great age prevented him from working, so decided to end his days at the Old Folks' Home. The late Mr. Buckingham was a general favorite in the district, and during the time he was in Adelaide was visited by a large number of West Coasters whom he was always pleased to see. He was a regular reader of "The Sentinel," and on more than one occasion said that its arrival cheered him up and reminded him of his old friends. The deceased was in his 92nd year.

BUCKLAND, Elizabeth Oke (Elizabeth Oke BUCKLAND; Miss BUCKLAND; Mrs. Valentine FLEMING)

Musician, teacher of the pianoforte, Italian and English singing, dancing, pupil of Julius Buddee

Born London, England, 1815; baptised St. George, Hanover Square, 9 August 1815; daughter of Charles BUCKLAND (1788-1880) and Anne Eliza MORRIS (1794-1873) (m. St. James, Paddington, 21 July 1813)
Arrived Melbourne, NSW (VIC), 29 March 1841 (per Neptune, from London, via Plymouth, 12 December 1840)
Arrived Hobart Town, VDL (TAS), 26 June 1841 (per Lillias, from Melbourne)
Married Valentine FLEMING (1809-1884), Hobart, TAS, 20 March 1852
Departed Hobart Town, TAS, 9 February 1870 (per Southern Cross, for Melbourne, en route to England)
Died Kensignton, London, England, 16 August 1870; buried 20 August 1870, aged "55"

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Elizabeth+Oke+Buckland+Fleming+1815-1870 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-B-5.php#BUCKLAND-Elizabeth-Oke-Fleming (shareable link to this entry)

Elizabeth Oke Buckland (Robert Hawker Dowling)

ASSOCIATIONS: Robert Hawker Dowling (painter)

Documentation:

Baptisms solemnized in the parish of St. George Hanover Square in the county of Middlesex in the year 1815; register 1812-15, page 71; London Metropolitan Archives, DL/T/089/010

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/1558/images/31547_212685-00285?pId=6589959 (PAYWALL)

no. 566 / Aug't 9 / Elizabeth Oke / [daughter of] Charles & Ann / Bond St. / Linen Draper . . .

List of immigrants [and cabin passengers] per the ship Neptune, 29 March 1841; Public Record Office Victoria

https://prov.vic.gov.au/archive/E29A9E18-F1B1-11E9-AE98-DD0EE4966351?image=161 (DIGITISED)

Cabin Passengers . . . Mr. C. Buckland / Mrs. [Buckland] / Miss Elizabeth [Buckland] / [Miss] Theophila [Buckland] / [Miss] Mary [Buckland] . . .

"Shipping Intelligence. ARRIVALS", Port Phillip Gazette [Melbourne, NSW (VIC)] (31 March 1841), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article225011466 

On Sunday last [28 March], from London via Plymouth December 12, the ship Neptune, Ferris. Passengers, Mr. and Mrs. Buckland, three Misses Buckland, and Master Buckland . . . 21 intermediate, and 274 steerage passengers, under the superintendence of Dr Brown.

[Advertisement], Port Phillip Gazette (21 April 1841), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article225011402 

MRS. AND BUSS BUCKLAND BEG to inform the families resident at New Town and Melbourne, that they purpose opening a School for the instruction of young Ladies.
Miss Buckland has herself had the advantage of the first masters in London, and is accustomed to Tuition.
She is perfectly competent to teach the general routine of a plain Education, with Music, Singing, French, and Drawing.
For terms, &c. enquire at Brunswick-street, New Town, adjoining the residence of Captain Eddington.

"SHIP NEWS", Colonial Times [Hobart, VDL (TAS)] (29 June 1841), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article8751841 

JUNE 26. Arrived the schooner Lillias, Smith, master, from port Phillip 26th [sic] June with sheep. Passengers - Mr. and Mrs. Buckland and family . . .

[Advertisement], Colonial Times (29 June 1841), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article8751828 

Mrs. and Miss Buckland
BEG respectfully to inform the Inhabitants of Hobart Town and its Vicinity, that they purpose receiving Pupils for
instruction in Music, Singing, French, Drawing, and Dancing.
Miss Buckland has had the advantage of the first Masters in London, and is accustomed to tuition.
For terms, &c., enquire of No. 24, Davey-street, opposite the Windmill. June 29, 1841.

[Advertising], The Courier (27 August 1841), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2955731

MUSICAL EDUCATION. - Mrs. and Miss BUCKLAND
beg respectfully to inform the inhabitants of Hobart Town and its vicinity, that they purpose receiving pupils
for instruction in the Pianoforte, Italian and English Singing, Dancing, French, and Drawing.
Miss Buckland has had the advantage of the first masters in London, and is accustomed to tuition.
For particulars, &c., inquire at No. 24, Davey-street, opposite the Windmill.

[Advertising], Colonial Times (16 August 1842), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article8752911

A Card. MISS BUCKLAND respectfully informs the Ladies of Hobart Town and its vicinity,
that she continues to give instruction in Italian and English singing, the pianoforte and dancing, at her residence, 24, Davey-street.
August 15, 1842.

1852, marriages in the district of St. George Hobart Town; Tasmanian names index; NAME_INDEXES:842390; RGD37/1/11 no 249

https://stors.tas.gov.au/NI/842390 

https://stors.tas.gov.au/RGD37-1-11p102j2k (DIGITISED)

No. 1369 / 20 March 1852 / St. George's / Valentine Fleming / 37 / Attorney General of V.D.L. / . . . Elizabeth Oke Buckland / 35 [sic] / Spinster / . . . [Officiant] John R. Buckland . . .

"MARRIED", The Cornwall Chronicle [Launceston, TAS] (24 March 1852), 188

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article65578796 

On the 20th instant at St. George's Church, Hobart Town, by the Rev. J. R. Buckland, Valentine Fleming, Esq., Her Majesty's Attorney General of Van Dieman's Land, to Elizabeth Oke, daughter of Charles Buckland, Esq., of Hobart Town, and niece of the Dean of Westminster.

"CONCERT AT GOVERNMENT HOUSE. MISKA HAUSER AND M. BUDDEE", The Tasmanian Daily News (24 November 1856), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article202389573 

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. The appearance of Miska Hauser, and the popularity of so great a favorite with the musical public of Hobart Town as M. Buddee, combined to fill the room with a large and attentive audience. The raised dais was occupied by His Excellency the Governor and Lady Young, the Chief Justice and Lady Fleming . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Miska Hauser (violin); Julius Buddee (piano); Band of the 12th Regiment (military)

"TOWN HALL CONCERT", The Tasmanian Times (15 September 1868), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article232863181 

The concert given last night by professional and amateur performers under the respective batons of Messrs. Tapfield, Packer and Buck, in honour of Mrs. CANSDELL, and in recognition of her frequent services, as an Amateur, in aid of public objects and charitable institutions, was, we are happy to be able to say, a most complete success . . . . Mrs. Cansdell's great popularity as an amateur singer at the Town Hall Organ Fund Concerts and kindred musical reunions, is no doubt due the bumper house that filled the Assembly room of our Hotel de Ville last night. There must have been from 600 to S00 persons present. All the beauty and fashion of Hobart Town seemed congregated in that fine apartment. The programme comprised a selection of music, both vocal and instrumental, in which the severe and scientific element predominated over the popular. Messrs. Tapfield, Packer, and Buck presided alternately at the piano, Mr. Tapfield acting as principal conductor . . . Lady Fleming, Lady Dry, and Lady Smith assisted in some part songs, which were given with great accuracy and vivacity . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Mary Ann Cansdell (1832-1905, vocalist); Samuel Tapfield (musician); Frederick Augustus Packer (musician); Frederick Buck (musician)

Register of burials, Brompton Cemetery, London, 1870; UK National Archives, 97/112

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/61801/images/61801_work97_112-00018?pId=61100 (PAYWALL)

No. 61099 / Elizabeth Oke Fleming / 53 Warwick Gardens, Kensington / [buried] Aug't 20 / 55 Years

"LADY FLEMING", The Tasmanian Times (28 October 1870), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article232961051 

We regret to notice by the Home News, of September 9th, that Lady Fleming, wife of Sir Valentine Fleming, late Chief Justice of Tasmania, died on 16th August last at Kensington, near London.

"Mr. Julius Buddee", Table Talk [Melbourne, VIC] (26 September 1890), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article147283043 

THE news of the death of Mr. Julius Buddee, which took place at his residence, "Cremona," Glebe Point, Sydney, on Tuesday, September 9, was received with regret in Melbourne where many of his old musical friends still survive, amongst whom the sad announcement must have awakened a host of reminiscences . . .
Amongst his Tasmanian pupils were: Lady Fleming (wife of the Chief Justice), Sir Francis and Lady Smith, and the daughters of Bishop Nixon . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Julius Buddee (teacher)

BUCKLAND, Jeff (John Jeffreys BUCKLAND; Jeff. BUCKLAND; Jeff BUCKLAND; Mr. J. BUCKLAND; J. J. BUCKLAND)

Amateur comic vocalist, stock agent, auctioneer

Born Sydney, NSW, 1 April 1830; baptised St. Philip's, Sydney, 20 May 1830; son of John BUCKLAND and Clarissa Soby SMITH
Active Geelong, VIC, by 1850
Married Mary Ann GIBSON (1837-1917), Winchelsea, VIC, 1854
Died Bundanoon, NSW, 5 October 1905, aged "75"

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Documentation:

Baptisms, St. Philip, Sydney, 1830; Australia, births and baptisms database

https://www.ancestry.com.au/discoveryui-content/view/1867175:9776 (PAYWALL)

20 May 1830 / Born 1 April 1830 / John Jeffreys / son of John and Clarissa Soby / Buckland

[Advertisement], Geelong Advertiser (18 July 1859), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article146567073 

GEELONG RECREATIVE SOCIETY . . .
WEEKLY GRAND CONCERT FOR THE PEOPLE At the MECHANICS' INSTITUTE, On Monday Evening, July 18, 1859.
PROGRAMME. PART I.
Overture - "Italiani in Algieri" - Band. - Rossini
Song - "Kathleen Mavourneen" - Mrs. Goodliffe.
Song - "Man the Life Boat." - Mr. Meakin. - Russell
Solo - (Pianoforte) "La Cascade" - Mr. Pringle
Song - "The Three Ages of Love" - Mr. Badnall - Loder
Comic Song - Mr. J. Buckland
Song - "Only in Jest" - Mrs. Goodliffe. - Mendelssohn
Quadrille - "Court of St. James"- Band
AN INTERVAL OF TEN MINUTES.
PART II.
Valse - "Martha" - Band. - D'Albert.
Song - "Happy Birds" - Mrs. Goodliffe - Paravicini
Trio (Flute, Pianoforte, and Violincello) - Messrs. Stoneham, Plumstead and Wyvill
Song - "A Life on the Ocean Wave" - Mr. Boyce
Quadrille - (Ireland) - Band
Comic Song - Mr. J. Buckland
Glee - "Hail Smiling Morn" - Messrs. Walton, Badnall and Meakin
"God Save the Queen" . . .
W. STITT JENKINS, Hon. Secretary.

ASSOCIATIONS: Anne Goodliffe (vocalist); Henry Meakin (vocalist); George Robert Grant Pringle (pianist); William Stoneham (flute); Henry Plumstead (piano); Mr. Wyvill (cello); Charles Henry Badnall (vocalist); Thomas Henry Walton (vocalist); William Stitt Jenkins (secretary); Geelong Recreative Society (association)

"NEWTOWN AND CHILWELL FIRE BRIGADE", Geelong Advertiser (9 June 1860), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article148791607 

The first anniversary of the establishment of the Newtown and Chilwell Fire Brigade was honored with a commemoration (of course in the shape of a public dinner, with speeches to follow) on Thursday evening last at Mr. Jeffries' Newtown Hotel . . . whereby between 60 and 70 gentlemen were enabled to dine together . . . Mr. Stoneham, with a sufficient detachment of his musical corps, was in attendance, and played a variety of appropriate airs during the evening. Mr. Charles Nantes, the President of the Newtown Fire Brigade, occupied the chair, and Mr. J. J. Buckland the vice-president, the vice chair . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: William Stoneham (musician)

"CURRENT TOPICS", Geelong Advertiser (11 December 1866), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article148785672 

The penny readings were given last night to a crowded audience, larger than we have seen for some weeks past. James Balfour, Esq., M.P., from Melbourne was present together with Mr. John Middlemiss, Mr. J. Brownhill (who read: "Caudle is made a Freemason" remarkably well) Mr. Leechman, and Mr. Beattoun. Mr. Augustus Francisco with Mr. Buckland undertook vocal part of the entertainment . . . It is needless to say how Mr. Jeff Buckland sings, because everyone knows his comical abilities and laughter-provoking songs. John Guthrie, Esq., J.P., was in the chair.

"NEWS AND NOTES", The Ballarat Star (27 July 1882), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article202125398 

Mr. Jeff Buckland, who for many years carried on business at Geelong as a stock and station agent, has decided to settle in Sydney. Mr. Buckland, who is an excellent amateur comic vocalist, was a great favourite with a large number of the citizens of Ballarat.

"Death of Mr. J. J. Buckland", Robertson Advocate [NSW] (6 October 1905), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article114115857 

News of the death of Mr. J. J. Buckland, of "Woodside," Bundanoon, which occurred about 11 o'clock yesterday morning, will be learnt with regret by a wide circle of friends throughout the district. The deceased gentleman had been an invalid for years. He was an old resident of Bundanoon, and was universally respected for his integrity and straightforwardness. The funeral will move from deceased's late residence at 4 o'clock this (Friday) afternoon.

BUCKNALL, William Aston (William Aston BUCKNALL; W. A. BUCKNALL; Mr. BUCKNALL)

? Amateur musician, vocalist, auctioneer

Born Newington, Surrey, England, 19 October 1833; baptised Lambeth, Surrey, 22 January 1834; son of William BUCKNALL and Louisa THOMAS (m. Hackney, 5 January 1833)
? Arrived Melbourne, VIC, 1853 (per Arrogant, from London, 16 November 1852, aged "19")
Married Elizabeth Harriet HAWES (widow BISHOP) (c, 1833-1871), All Saints's church, Bendigo, VIC, 19 June 1860
Died Bendigo, VIC, 22 March 1877

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BUCKNALL, Frederick Estcourt (Frederick Estcourt BUCKNALL; F. E. BUCKNALL; Mr. R. BUCKNALL)

Amateur musician, organist, pianist, amateur sportsman

Born Newington, Surrey, England, 6 July 1835; son of William BUCKNALL and Louisa THOMAS
Arrived (? 1) Melbourne, VIC, 7 March 1861 (per Dover Castle, from London, 5 December 1860)
Married Rosa HAUSSEN, All Saints church, Hindmarsh, SA, 1 October 1874
Died North Adelaide, SA, 4 June 1896

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DISAMBIGUATION: It is not clear which of the brothers was the singer active in 1859, whether William, who was certainly well estbalished in Bendigo by then, or Frederick on an earlier visit preceding his reported arrival in 1861.

Documentation:

England census, 30 March 1851, St. Michael Stockwell, Lambeth, Surrey; UK National Archives, HO107/1574/495/21

https://search.findmypast.com.au/record/browse?id=GBC/1851/4304071/00966 (PAYWALL)

39 New Road / St. George's Villa / Wm. Bucknall / Haead / Mar. / 60 / Merchant & Cork Cutter master 12 men / [born] Shropshire
Louisa / Wife / Mar. / 40 / [born] Caermarthen . . . South Wales
Wm. Aston / Son / 17 / Unm. / Clerk Stockbroker / [born] Surrey Newington
Fred'k E. / Son / Unm. 15 / Scholar / [born Surrey Newington]
Louis Kath'ne / Daur / Unm. / 9 / Scholar / [born] Caermarthen Wales . . .

Names and descriptions of passengers per Arrogant, from London, 16 November 1852, for Melbourne; Public Record Office Victoria

https://prov.vic.gov.au/archive/3402227A-F96C-11E9-AE98-FF6251ADC8F4?image=117 (DIGITISED)

. . . Bucknall W. / Clerk / 19 . . .

"THE CONCERT IN AID OF THE HOSPITAL FUNDS", Bendigo Advertiser [VIC] (1 July 1859), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article87990259 

Most of our readers will no doubt ere this have seen the announcement in our advertising columns of the concert to be given in aid of the funds of the Bendigo Hospital, on Monday next, by the pupils of Mr. Pollard's Choral Singing Class . . . The first and second parts of the concert are to be devoted solely to selections from the oratorios of the "Creation" and the "Messiah," and having attended the rehearsal of the class last evening we can assure our readers that the members are all up to the mark in their respective parts. In the second part the class will sing some new concerted pieces, the solo parts being taken by Miss Warden, Mr. Newton Clapham, Mr. Bucknall, Mr. W. Watson, and Mr. Macord. We trust that the public will attend in such numbers as will induce Mr. Pollard to give many more of his pleasing and entertaining reunions.

ASSOCIATIONS: Joseph Henry Pollard (musician); Agnes Florence Warden (vocalist); Newton Clapham (vocalist); Samuel Macord (vocalist);

"THE CHORAL SOCIETY'S CONCERT", Bendigo Advertiser (5 July 1859), 2-3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article87990333 

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" . . . [3] . . . 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 . . .

"THE FIFTH CHORAL REUNION", Bendigo Advertiser (12 October 1859), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article87992788 

Notwithstanding the threatening aspect of the weather, there was a good attendance at the reunion of Mr. Pollard's pupils, in the Town Hall, last evening; upwards of two hundred persons being present . . . Mr. Bucknall was encored in the song of "Love in Those Eyes" . . .

"MARRIED", Bendigo Advertiser (20 June 1860), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article87944533 

On the 19th instant, at All Saints' Church, Sandhurst, by the Rev. W. R. Croxton, William Aston Bucknall, eldest son of William Bucknall, Esq., of London, merchant, to Elizabeth, widow of the late Henry Bishop, Esq., of Sandhurst.

Names and descriptions of passengers per Dover Castle, from London, 5 December 1860, for Melbourne; Public Record Office Victoria

https://prov.vic.gov.au/archive/3B19C758-F96C-11E9-AE98-83A363F01077?image=172 (DIGITISED)

Second Cabin . . . Bucknall Fred'k E. / 25 / Trader / [for] Melbourne . . .

However, this may not have been his first arrival; see also a later arrival, [Advertisement], The Argus [Melbourne, VIC] (16 November 1863), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5739170 

[Advertisement], Bendigo Advertiser [VIC] (9 December 1863), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article87940317 

MEMBERS and Others who Wish to Join the Bendigo Swimming Club are requested to attend the MEETING at McGuire's Baths on Wednesday, Eight p.m. F. E. BUCKNALL, Sec, pro tem.

"THE SANDHURST PHILHARMONIC SOCIETY", Bendigo Advertiser (2 June 1865), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article87932701 

A meeting was held last night, at the Temperance Hall, of persons interested in the formation of a Philharmonic Society, for the purpose of enrolling members, electing office bearers, and discussing a code of rules drawn up by a committee appointed at a previous meeting, held at the Mechanics' Institute. Mr Garsed was voted to the chair. The first proceeding was the enrollment of members, and in a few minutes, thirty-five names were put down. The rules were next considered, and it was resolved that the name of the society should be "the Sandhurst Philharmonic Society," the objects of which should be to encourage the cultivation of classical music, vocal and instrumental. The subscription for practising members was fixed at five shillings a quarter, and they were further required to be approved of by the conductor; ordinary members, have to pay ten shillings and sixpence half-yearly; junior members under fifteen years of age, are to be charged half these fees. The committoe in their expenditure are not to exceed the assets by more than five pounds; four concerts are to be given in the year, and there is to be a practice once a week. After the adoption of the rules, the election of office bearers and committee took place, and resulted as follows: - President, Mr. Garsed, Vice President, Mr. Hardie, Conductor and organist, Mr Gollmick, this gentleman undertaking the duties for the first six months to give the society a start. Leader, Mr. Leech, Secretary, Mr. F. Bucknall, Treasurer, Mr. Davis, Librarian, Mr. Steane, Committee - Messrs. Bridges, Cattran, Fisher, and Hopkins. The election of the foregoing concluded the business of the meeting.

ASSOCIATIONS: William Gollmick (musician, conductor); Frederick Leech (violin, leader); Sandhurst Philharmonic Society (association)

[Advertisement], Bendigo Advertiser (21 June 1865), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article87933205 

SANDHURST PHILHARMONIC SOCIETY. REHEARSAL at the Temperance Hall, on Thursday, 22nd June.
Members are requested to attend at eight o'clock punctually. F. E. BUCKNALL, Hon. Sec.

[Advertisement], Bendigo Advertiser (30 August 1865), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article87925936 

PHILHARMONIC SOCIETY. ESPECIAL GENERAL MEETING on Thursday evening, Temperance Hall, at eight o'clock precisely. All members, both vocal and instrumental, who intend taking part in the ensuing concert are requested to attend. Any members desirous of aiding the Society by singing or playing solos or part music must be prepared to enter their names, with full particulars, to the conductor, Mr Gollmick, who will be in attendance at the meeting.
F. E. BUCKNALL, Hon. Sec.

[Advertisement], Bendigo Advertiser (12 October 1865), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article87927172 

SANDHURST PHILHARMONIC SOCIETY. A FULL REHEARSAL of the whole of the Programme at the Wesleyan School-house, Forest-street, This Evening, from six to eight o'clock.
Mr. Gollmick will conduct. Practising members are requested to attend punctually at six. None but members can be admitted. F. E. BUCKNALL, Hon Sec.

[Advertisement], Bendigo Advertiser (14 November 1865), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article87928092 

LYCEUM THEATRE. FRIDAY, 17th NOVEMBER, 1865.
FIRST CONCERT Of the SANDHURST PHILHARMONIC SOCIETY.
PART I. THE FOUR SEASONS OF LIFE, Cantata,
The Words by T. C Cooper, Esq.; Music by Herr Gollmick.
PART II. MISCELLANEOUS SELECTIONS.
Conductor - HERR GOLLMICK.
Organist - MRS. FATHERLY Leader - MR. LEECH.
Mrs. Ellis, Madame Mitchell, Mr. Hallas, Mr. James Stewart, with a numerous band of amateur and professional gentlemen, together with forty or fifty vocalists, have volunteered their assistance.
Dress Circle, 4s; Side Boxes, 3s; Stalls, 2s; Pit, 1s. Doors open at half-past seven o'clock, to commence punctually at eight.
F. E. BUCKNALL, Hon. Sec.

ASSOCIATIONS: Charlotte Crofton Fatherley (organist); Eliza Stewart Ellis (vocalist); Madelina Forbes Mitchell (vocalist); Nathaniel Hallas (musician); Lyceum Theatre (Bendigo)

"THE HOSPITAL BAZAAR AND THE PHILHARMONIC SOCIETY (To the Editor of the Bendigo Advertiser)", Bendigo Advertiser (22 November 1865), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article87928263 

Sir, - We beg to call your attention to a paragraph that appeared in your columns of yesterday to the effect that the Philharmonic Society would open the Hospital Bazaar with a concert. We beg to state that they have not been even asked to do so. We have no doubt that some of the members will volunteer for so good a cause; nevertheless it would be desirable that a little courtesy should be shown the society in future.
We remain, yours truly,
HERR GOLLMICK, Conductor.
F. E. BUCKNALL, Hon. Sec.

"DEATH", Bendigo Advertiser (21 March 1877), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article88272046 

On the 20th March, at his residence, Wattle-street, William Aston Bucknall, in the 44th year of his age.

"DEATH OF AN OLD RESIDENT", Bendigo Advertiser (21 March 1877), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article88272068 

It is with extreme regret that we notice the removal by death of many old residents from amongst us. To-day we have to record the decease of an old and respected resident, Mr. William Bucknall. Many of our readers will have known Mr. Bucknall, who was resident in Sandhurst for nearly 20 years, and who carried on the business of auctioneer for some time in the early days of the goldfield. The deceased has of late years been in a declining condition, but it was only for the past two days that he had been confined to his bed. He expired yesterday evening at his residence in Wattle-street, and leaves behind him several children. His wife died about four or five years ago.

"THE LATE MR F. E. BUCKNALL", The Express and Telegraph [Adelaide, SA] (5 June 1896), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article209065935 

Mr. F. E. Bucknall, who at one time represented West Torrens in the House of Assembly, died at North Adelaide on Thursday morning. Some time after his arrival in the colony the deceased became a licensed victualler, and was landlord of the South Australian Club Hotel in Vincent-street, Port Adelaide. He took great interest in aquatics, went in for boatbuilding, introduced a good class of racing boats, and created much interest in sculling on the Port River. He was an enthusiastic yachtsman, and owned the yachts Brilliant, Rosa, and Enchantress. In his day he was a smart athlete and an ardent supporter of manly sports. For several years he was president of the Hindmarsh Cricket Club, and for over ten years prior to his death was its patron. He married the widow of the late Mr. H. Haussen, of the firm of Haussen & Catchlove, proprietors of the Hindmarsh brewery . . . Our Semaphore reporter writes: . . . He was an excellent musician, and was at one period grand organist of the Masonic Lodge.

"DEATHS", South Australian Register (8 June 1896), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article53685175 

BUCKNALL. - On the 4th June, at his residence, Childers-street, North Adelaide, Frederick Estcourt, son of the late Wm. Bucknall, Crutched Friars, London, aged 58. Home papers please copy.

BUCKNELL, Thomas (Thomas BUCKNELL; Thomas BUCKNALL)

Musician, violinist, fiddler, tailor, emancipist, convict

Born St. Marychurch, Devon, England, c. 1818
Convicted Somerset Assizes, England, 1 April 1837 (transportation life, aged "19")
Arrived Hobart Town, VDL (TAS), 21 November 1837 (convict per Susan, from England, 5 August 1837)
Conditional pardon approved, 10 January 1849
Married Barbara GORDON, St. Joseph's, Hobart, TAS, 8 July 1850 (aged "32")
Active Launceston, TAS, 1854; Geelong, VIC, 1860

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Documentation:

"SOMERSET ASSIZES (Concluded from our last)", Bath Chronicle and Weekly Gazette (20 April 1837), 3

https://www.britishnewspaperarchive.co.uk/viewer/bl/0000187/18370420/013/0003 (PAYWALL)

TRANSPORTATION. For Life: . . . Thomas Bucknell for having his possession moulds for coining money . . .

Convict records, Thomas Bucknall [sic], per Susan, 1837; Tasmanian names index; NAME_INDEXES:1377108

https://stors.tas.gov.au/NI/1377108 

https://stors.tas.gov.au/CON34-1-7$init=CON34-1-7P290 (DIGITISED)

No. 2728 / Bucknall Thomas / Arrived 21 Nov'r 1837 / Somerset Ass. 1st April 1837 Life . . .
Con[ditional] Pardon App'd 10/1/'49

https://stors.tas.gov.au/CON18-1-19$init=CON18-1-19P159 (DIGITISED)

Bucknall Thomas / No. 2728 / Lab'r & Carter . . . St. Mary's Devon . . .

"QUARTER SESSIONS. 5TH JULY", The Cornwall Chronicle [Launceston, TAS] (6 July 1839), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article65951447 

. . . Thomas Bucknell, for uttering counterfeit coin, guilty. Sentenced to imprisonment in the House or Correction for six calendar months . . .

"GOVERNMENT NOTICE", The Cornwall Chronicle (2 December 1840), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article66019346 

Colonial Secretary's Office, November 26, 1840.
The Lieutenant Governor has approved of the appointment of Thomas Bucknell, per Susan, as Javelin Man in the Sheriff's Department, vice Alexander Smith, per Neptune, dismissed ; to take effect from 1st proximo.
By His Excellency's Command, M. Forster.

"GOVERNMENT NOTICE. No. 323", The Courier [Hobart, TAS] (17 December 1841), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2955100 

Colonial Secretary's Office, 3rd December, 1841. The Lieutenant-Governor has approved of the appointment of Beattie Colquhoun Goodyer, per Lady Kennaway, as javelin-man in the Sheriff's department, vice Thomas Bucknell, per Susan, dismissed; to take effect from the 1st instant.
By His Excellency's command, JOHN MONTAGU.

"SHERIFF'S OFFICE", The Courier (3 June 1842), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2954263 

25th May, 1843. The Lieutenant-Governor has been pleased to approve of 2728 Thomas Bucknell, per Susan, being appointed Javelin-man, in lieu of Richard Baker, per Lady Kennaway, resigned; to take effect from the 15th instant.
P. FRASER, Sherriff.

1850, marriages in the district of Hobart; Tasmanian names index; NAME_INDEXES:840123; RGD37/1/9 no 510

https://stors.tas.gov.au/NI/840123 

https://stors.tas.gov.au/RGD37-1-9p206j2k (DIGITISED)

No. 412 / July 8 1850 / Married in St. Joseph's Church / Thomas Bucknell / 32 / Tailor / . . .Bachelor
" Barbara Gordon / 30 / Servant / . . . Spinster

ASSOCIATIONS: Barbara Gordon was a convict; in the marriage permission Bucknell was correctly described as free

https://stors.tas.gov.au/NI/1251764 

"WHAT IS A MUSICIAN", The Cornwall Chronicle (3 June 1854), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article65713030

What is a Musician? - In answer to a question put by the Chairman of Quarter Sessions during the trial of John Beck, to a witness named Bucknell, concerning the mode in which he earned his living, witness replied that he was a musician.
The Chairman, "What is commonly called a fiddler?"
Witness, - "Yes Sir."  It appears Bucknell procures a livelihood by playing the violin in the tap-rooms of public-houses" . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: On John Beck's trial, see "QUARTER SESSIONS . . . THURSDAY, JUNE 1", The Cornwall Chronicle (3 June 1854), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article65713035 

. . . A man named Bucknell, in the service of Mr. Lewis, said that prisoner sold him some damask, which he said he could let him have cheap, as he had purchased it at a sale. Mary Torley also purchased some of the damask from prisoner, and corroborated Bucknell's testimony . . .

"CENTRAL POLICE COURT. FIDDLING EXTRAORDINARY", Geelong Advertiser (22 May 1860), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article148791101

Thomas Bucknell, fiddler, charged a female named Julia Fletcher, with robbing him of 5s, by picking his pocket on Saturday night last. The musician stated that he engaged to fiddle during the whole night on Saturday night for 6s, for the amusement of a party given at Mrs. Birdwoods, near the old Telegraph office; that after performing his work to the satisfaction of all present, he was paid by the hostess the 6s for his trouble, which money he placed, in his outside coat-pocket, and took seat on a sofa alongside Miss Fletcher. The lady observing that he had had a glass or two, dived her hand into his pocket and abstracted five out of the six shillings, which she refused to return. The defence was that the money was handed to the female by Bucknell, and the story about her picking his pocket was trumped up. Case dismissed.

See also "CENTRAL POLICE COURT . . . Thursday, 22nd March . . . ARSON", Geelong Advertiser (23 March 1860), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article148789649 

Thomas Bucknell was charged by Detective Duross with setting fire to a hay stack on Sunday night last . . . nothing further was elicited to incuplate the man in the dock, the Magistrate ordered him to be discharged from custody.

BUDD, Thomas (Thomas BUDDS [sic]; Thomas BUDD)

Musician, saxophone player, bandmaster, composer

Born (into 46th Regiment) Sydney, NSW, 14 February 1817; baptised Sydney, 30 March 1817; son of Thomas BUDD (1788-1833; 46th Regiment) and Hozapha (Sophia) WOOD (d. 1868)
Departed (with 46th Regiment) Sydney, NSW, 23 September 1817 (per Matilda, for Madras, India, 16 December)
Enlisted 46th Regiment, 24 May 1825 (aged "10 years 142 days" sic)
Married (1) Margaret LUNDY, St. Peter's, Liverpool, England, 2 October 1849
Married (2) Mary MULLIN, St. Peter's Priory (RC), Liverpool, England, 17 September 1861
Arrived Melbourne, VIC, November 1868 (per Donald Mackay, from Liverpool, 19 August, for Sydney)
Died Sydney, NSW, 5 October 1874, aged "55" [sic]

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Thomas+Budd+1817-1874 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-B-5.php#BUDD-Thomas (shareable link to this entry)

THIS ENTRY IS A STUB ON PERSONNEL FIRST PROFESSIONALLY ACTIVE IN AUSTRALIA AFTER 1860

Documentation:

Baptisms, St. Philip, Sydney, 1817; Australia, births and baptisms database

https://www.ancestry.com.au/discoveryui-content/view/1360890:9776 (PAYWALL)

30 March 1817 / born 14 February 1817 / [son of] Thomas and Hozapha / Budds

ASSOCIATIONS: Budd's 1874 death certificate, aged "55", states he was born in Sydney, son of Thomas Budd and Sophia Wood; Thomas Budds senior, born Tipperary, Ireland, enlisted in the 46th Regiment on 25 December 1815, aged 27, having served previously in 2 other regiments; for some reason, however, he does not appear under that name in the paylists of the 46th Regiment in Sydney

Register of 46th Regiment of Foot; UK National Archives, WO25/396

https://www.ancestry.com.au/discoveryui-content/view/119503:3253 (PAYWALL)

Thomas Budds 2 / . . . Age at enlistment 10 years 142 days [sic] / . . . born Hants Portsmouth [sic]

1849, marriage solemnized in the parish church in the parish of Liverpool in the county of Lancaster; register 1849-50, page 112; Liverpool Record Office, Anglican registers, 283-PET-3-41

https://www.ancestry.com.au/discoveryui-content/view/3205337:2197 (PAYWALL)

No. 223 / 2nd October 1849 / Thomas Budds / Full [age] / Bachelor / Musician / Brownlow Hill / [son of] Thomas Budds / Joiner
Margaret Lundy / Full / Spinster / - / Brownlow Hill / [daughter of] James Lundy / Linen Manufacturer . . .

Marriages, St. Peter's Priory (RC), Liverpool, 1861; register 1853-90; Liverpool Record Office; Catholic registers 2/3-2/4

https://www.ancestry.com.au/discoveryui-content/view/4562324:2182 (PAYWALL)

No. 487 / Budds / [17 September 1861] . . . Thomas Budds de Hopwood St filium Thomas Budds et Marian Mullin . . . filiam Jacobi Mullin . . .

Names and descriptions of passengers per Donald Mackay, from Liverpool, 19 August 1868, for Melbourne; Public Record Office Victoria

https://prov.vic.gov.au/archive/3B36772C-F96C-11E9-AE98-31266885ED8F?image=185 (DIGITISED)

Budd Thomas / 51 // Mary / 33 // Thos. Jas. / 6 / Sophia M. / 4 // Rose Eliz. / 2 // Henry / Inf.

[Advertisement], The Maitland Mercury and Hunter River General Advertiser [NSW] (24 December 1868), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article18739161 

ROYAL OLYMPIC THEATRE. BOXING NIGHT, SATURDAY, DECEMBER 26th.
GRAND VOCAL & INSTRUMENTAL CONCERT In aid of the WEST MAITLAND VOLUNTEER BAND FUND,
When, in addition to the Band being of late rendered more efficient than ever it was before since its formation . . .
several of the most talented local amateurs, chiefly members of the Volunteer Corps, have kindly given their services,
and Mr. T. Budd, formerly Bandmaster of the 46th Regiment, has also tendered his services, and will perform, for the first time in this colony, on the celebrated new instrument, the Saxaphone, now becoming such a favorite in the old country . . .
PROGRAMME. PART I . . . Saxaphone Solo - "Jenny Jones," with variations - MR. T. BUDD . . .
BANDMASTER - MR. H. PRINCE . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Henry Prince (bandmaster); West Maitland Volunteer Band (volunteer military)

"SYDNEY CORRESPONDENCE", The Maitland Mercury and Hunter River General Advertiser (5 June 1869), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article18737486

On Monday evening the Philharmonic Society gave their first grand concert for the season, in the hall of the Exchange; the programme was an attractive one, and the spacious room was filled to the doors. Mr. Budd's (for the first time in Sydney) "Sax-a-phone", was evidently appreciated by the audience, who insisted upon an encore . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Sydney Philharmonic Society (association); Exchange Hall (Sydney venue)

"M. GUILLAUME JONSON'S CONCERT", Bell's Life in Sydney and Sporting Chronicle (7 August 1869), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article65470320

At the Masonic Hall, on Monday evening last, a large and fashionable audience assembled to witness the annual entertainment given in aid of M. Guillaume Jonson. A programme in every way worthy, of the occasion was announced, and almost all our leading artistes took part in it . . . the instrumentalists being - Mr. Horsley and Mr. Packer, pianoforte; Mr. Greenfield, violin; and Mr. Budd, saxaphone. Accompanyist, Mr. Cordner. The entertainment was a complete success, and we have no doubt a considerable sum of money in aid of a gentleman truly deserving of every assistance was obtained.

ASSOCIATIONS: Guillaume Jonson (d. 1872, elderly and incapacitated artist); Charles Edward Horsley (musician); Charles Sandys Packer (musician); William John Cordner (musician)

"NAVAL BRIGADE FUNERAL", The Sydney Morning Herald (8 October 1874), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13338304

The funeral of Mr. Thomas Budd, bandmaster of the Naval Brigade Band, took place yesterday afternoon. About eighty members of the Naval Brigade, together with several petty and warrant officers, assembled at their comrade's residence, in accordance with the order issued by Commander Jones, who was present, with Lieutenants Lewington, Deloitte, and sub-lieutenants Cope and Kopsch. The firing-party comprised thirty men; and, the funeral procession having reached the Mortuary station, the Naval Brigade was dismissed. Mr. Budd has had charge of the Naval Brigade Band for about four years, he having joined when it was composed of drums and fifes; and under his able tuition it is now one of the best brass bands in the colony. He was much esteemed by his pupils and fellow-officers, and his death is sincerely regretted by a large number of citizens. The members of the Young Australian band, which was also under Mr. Budd's tuition, were also present at the funeral.

[News], Illustrated Sydney News (17 October 1874), 15

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article63105448

Mr. Thomas Budd, bandmaster to the Naval Brigade, and teacher to several private and Volunteer bands in Sydney, died on the 5th instant, and was buried with military honours.

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (17 October 1874), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13344299

YOUNG AUSTRALIAN BRASS BAND, in the above Hall,
on MONDAY next, the 19th October, in aid of the Widow and children of the late T. Budd, Bandmaster.
PROGRAMME . . . PART II. Overture - "Young Australian Lancers" (Band) - T. Budd . . .

BUDDEE, Julius (Friedrich Wilhelm Julius BUDDEE; Julius BUDDEE; J. BUDDEE; Mr. BUDDEE; Herr BUDDEE)

Musician, pianist, violinist, professor of music, teacher of piano

Born Berlin, Germany, 19 April 1823; baptised 27 April 1823, son of (Christoph) Friedrich Wilhelm BUDDEE (c. 1787-1868) and Henrietta Friedricke ENGERS (m. Berlin, 26 September 1819)
Married Josephine Elise Henriette SCHROEDER (1823-1898), St. Jacobkircke, Berlin, 10 May 1846
Arrived Adelaide, SA, 28 March 1849 (per Louisa, from Hamburg)
Arrived Melbourne, VIC, by July 1849
Died Glebe Point, NSW, 9 September 1890, aged 67 years

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Julius+Buddee (TROVE tagged by Australharmony and others)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-B-5.php#BUDDEE-Julius (shareable link to this entry)

Documentation:

Baptisms, Bethlehemkirche Berlin, 1823; Staatliche Archivverwaltung [former DDR] 1270925/141

https://www.ancestry.com.au/discoveryui-content/view/2481109:61250 (PAYWALL)

No. 51 / Friedrich Wilhelm Julius / 19 April / [son of] Friedrich Wilhelm Buddee / [and] Henriette Friedricke Engers

Marriages, Sankt Jakobikirche, Berlin, 1846; Germany, Lutheran baptisms, marriages, and burials database

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/61229/images/0070513-00059 (PAYWALL)

no. 56 / Buddee / Friederich Wilhelm Julius / [Born] 19. 4. 1823 / [son of] Friedrich Buddee / [married] Josephine Elise Henriette Schroeder / 10 Mai 1846

Adelaide, SA (from 28 March 1849):

"SHIPPING INTELLIGENCE. ARRIVED", South Australian Register [Adelaide, SA] (28 March 1849), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article50245952

Monday, March 28 - The Barque Louise 250 tons, Geelts, master, from Hamburg. Passengers in the cabin . . . Mr. and Mrs. Buddee . . .

Melbourne, NSW (VIC) (by July 1849):

[2 advertisements], The Argus [Melbourne, VIC] (7 July 1849), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4767347

German Quartette Soirees,
Under the Patronage of His Honor the Superintendent, His Honor the Resident Judge, and His Worship the Mayor.
THE German Amateurs who performed at the Concerts lately given in the Mechanic's Institute, have,
in compliance with the wishes of their numerous friends in this city, determined upon holding
three Musical Soirees in the large room of the Prince of Wales Hotel, the first of which will take place on
TUESDAY EVENING NEXT, At Eight o'clock,
And they are happy to announce that they have secured the professional assistance of Mr. Buddee, a distinguished Pianist, lately arrived from Berlin.
On the first Soiree, the following is the PROGRAMME.
PART I . . . 2 Solo Piano, by Mr. Buddee Pianist from Berlin . . .
PART II . . . 6 Solo Piano, by Mr. Buddee . . .
Melbourne, July 5th, 1849.

Mr. JULIUS BUDDEE, Professor of Music, (LATELY ARRIVED FROM GERMANY,)
BEGS respectfully to inform the gentry Melbourne, and its vicinity, that he gives lessons on the Piano Forte, and theoretical instructions in music.
Flinders-street, between Swanston and Russell streets.

ASSOCIATIONS: Charles La Trobe (superintendent); German Quarette (Melbourne group); Frederick and Theodore Kawerau (quartet members, vocalists)

[Advertisement], The Melbourne Daily News (27 August 1849), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article226472616 

German Quartette Soirees . . . The Second of the series . . .
will take place on TUESDAY EVENING NEXT, 28th inst. . . .
IN the course of the Evening, Two Solos will be played by Mr. Buddee, and that gentleman will also accompany the Songs . . .

"THE CONCERT", The Argus (29 August 1849), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4764903 

The German singers seem almost fated in point of weather, their last soiree having been on the coldest and foggiest night of the season, and last night being very threatening, with occasional heavy showers. In spite of all, however, a very numerous and respectable assemblage met at the Prince of Wales, and were rewarded by some very good music, and a pleasant evening. Many of the quartettes were of extreme beauty, and very well given; Mr. Buddee's solos excessively brilliant and effective, and the horn playing of the Messrs. Hore, both deserved and excited great applause, and added much to the variety and pleasure of the entertainment . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Joseph Hore and sons (saxhorn players)

"THE PIANO", The Argus (31 August 1849), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4773995 

In commenting upon the very brilliant performance of Mr. Buddee at the German Soiree on Tuesday night, we ought not to have omitted mentioning the admirable style in which the songs were accompanied by that gentleman. So tasteful and correct indeed, is Mr. Buddee's accompaniment, that while in Berlin he was selected by the Swedish Nightingale, Jenny Lind herself, to accompany her in the various concerts she gave in that city. It is an ill wind that blows nobody good, and the disturbances on the Continent having produced a sort of social explosion, which will be very beneficial to other countries, let us see that we welcome warmly, and give sufficient encouragement to retain amongst us, such sprinklings of genius as may reach our happy shores.

ASSOCIATIONS: Jenny Lind (Swedish vocalist)

"MR. BUDDEE'S CONCERT", The Argus (30 October 1849), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4770650 

We need scarcely remind our readers of the concert at the Prince of Wales, this evening, under the auspices of Mr. Buddee. Those who have heard the performances of that gentleman, need no assurance of his very high abilities; those who have not hitherto had that pleasure will be struck with the happy union of the greatest talent with the most refined taste. As a pianist Mr. Buddee is altogether without a rival in these colonies; and, conscious of his position, he combines complete correctness and the most spirited execution, with a winning simplicity, which disdains the meretricious adornment of affected display, and constitutes the strongest indication of true genius. We recommend our readers to attend and judge for themselves.

"MR. BUDDEE'S CONCERT", The Argus (31 October 1849), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4772291 

A very gay and fashionable audience filled the large room of the "Prince of Wales Hotel," last evening, drawn thither by the temptations of Mr. Buddee's Concert. Everything passed off with considerable spirit, Mr. Buddee's performances of course occupying the most prominent position. Some excellent quartettes, and other pieces were sung by the German gentlemen so favourably known to the musical people of Melbourne, and we never heard them sing so well. It was s source of particular gratification to find the first concert given by Mr. Buddee so eminently successful, partly on account of that gentleman himself, but principally because we are glad to find that the good people of Melbourne have the good taste to appreciate, and the spirit to encourage real talent.

"GRAND CONCERT", Port Phillip Gazette and Settler's Journal (1 November 1849), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article223157835 

Mr. Buddee's concert came off with great eclat, at the "Prince of Wales Hotel," on Tuesday evening last, and a number of fashionables attended. The performances were unusually spirited, and the audience were delighted, not only with Mr. Buddee, but with the other gentlemen who performed on the occasion.

[Advertisement], The Argus (3 January 1850), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4770339 

GRAND CONCERT . . . Mr. MEGSON BEGS TO ANNOUNCE THAT HIS
FIFTH ANNUAL CONCERT WILL TAKE PLACE ON THURSDAY EVENING, JANUARY 3RD, 1850, IN THE HALL OF THE MECHANICS' INSTITUTE
On which occasion he will be assisted by Mr. BUDDEE, Mr. REED, And all the available talent in Melbourne.
Programme. PART I . . . Duet - L'Enfant du Regiment, (Violin and Piano, Herz and Lafont) by Messrs. Megson and Buddee.
PART II . . . Solo - Pianoforte - by Mr. Buddee . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Joseph Megson (violin); Thomas Reed (string player); Mechanics' Institution (Melbourne venue)

"MR. MEGSON'S CONCERT", The Argus (4 January 1850), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4774252 

The large room at the Mechanics' Institute was last night filled with a very respectable audience to enjoy the fifth annual Concert given by Mr. Megson . . . All went pretty well through the first four pieces, but then came an untoward pause, which showed that there was something wrong; when one of the German quartette singers came forward kindly to apologise for Mr. Young's absence, and in very passable English claimed the indulgence of the audience. A gentleman then ventured a substitute for the song set down for Mr. Young, but his powers of execution not quite equalling the goodness of his intentions, he received a slight hint that his efforts scarcely came up to concert pitch. This little contretemps, however, was made amends for by a capital solo on the violin, by Mr. Megson, a very brilliant fantasia on the piano by Mr. Buddee, and an admirable duet by those two gentlemen . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Charles Young (absent vocalist)

"LAST NIGHT'S CONCERT", The Melbourne Daily News (1 March 1850), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article226324510 

As might have been expected the attendance at Mr. Reed's first concert was most flattering. The room at an early hour was densely crowded, and it was very evident that the same result would have occurred had the apartment been double the size. Mr. Reed's well known musical abilities and experience inspired faith in his programme, and the accession of a vocalist of the powers of Miss Flower further added to the prestige . . . This lady's reception was most cordial and general. The first notes of her magnificent voice satisfied all of the power of the singer . . . [She] was succeeded by a sonate on the pianoforte, violin, and violoncello, by Messrs. Buddee, Megson, and Reed - an exquisite performance, and every way worthy of the author, Himmel . . .

[2 advertisements], The Argus (11 April 1850), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article255610941 

SINGING. MR. T. KAWERAU, from Koenigsberg (Prussia),
at the request of numerous friends, intends to commence Tuition in the Art of Singing, in Melbourne and its vicinity.
For Terms, apply to Mr. J. Buddee, Russell-street.

Piano Forte for Sale. NEW Square Piano for sale. Apply at Mr. Buddee's, Russell-street south.

[Advertisement], The Melbourne Daily News (11 September 1850), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article226521753 

CONCERT, IN aid of the Barracks for German Immigrants.
Under the Patronage of His Honor the Superintendent, C. J. La Trobe, Esq., and of the Committee for German Immigration,
at the Protestant Hall, THIS DAY, SEPTEMBER 11.
PROGRAMME. 1ST PART . . . Solo Piano - Mr. Buddee . . .
2ND PART . . . Solo Piano, Mr. Buddee . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Protestant Hall (Melbourne venue)

[Advertisement], The Argus (8 October 1850), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4767712 

MR. BUDDEE BEGS to give notice, that having removed to the country,
such of his pupil as prefer taking their lessons at his residence will favour him by attending at the private entrance of the buildings lately erected by Mr. Dawson, at the corner of Bourke and Swanston Streets.
Letters and messages for Mr. Buddee, may also be left with Mr. Dawson at the same place.

[Advertisement], Geelong Advertiser [VIC] (19 December 1850), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article91917324 

THIS EVENING. Grand Concert,
IN THE LARGE ROOM, AT MACK'S HOTEL, ON THURSDAY, DECEMBER 19.
MR. BUDDEE has the honor of informing the inhabitants of Geelong,
and its vicinity, that his GRAND CONCERT will take place, on the evening of
Thursday, December 19, when he will have the pleasure of introducing
MR. TESTAR, Whose vocal talents have elicited the warmest and most rapturous approbation in Melbourne.
Mr. Buddee trusts that the following programme will afford a treat to all lovers of genuine music:
PROGRAMME.
PART I.
1. German Quartett (Die Capelle) (Blauer Montag) a comic song
2. Glee - MRS. TESTAR, T. KAWERAU, J. K. [sic, F. K.]
3. Solo Piano (Lucia di LAMMERMOORE, Fantasie) - MR. BUDDEE
4. A Quartet (German) Trinklied
5. Solo (I am a Merry Zingara) - MR[S]. TESTAR
6. Duet (I've wander'd in Dreams) - MRS. TESTAR, T. KAWERAU
7. Quartett (Where would I be?) - Die Kaferknaben, the "Three Beetles," comic song
PART II.
8. Quartett (A. B. C.)
9. Solo (Il Soave del contento) - MRS. TESTAR
10. Solo Piano (Sehnsucht am Meere) - MR. BUDDEE
11. Comic Duett (from the 'Secret Marriage,' by Cimarosa - T. KAWERAU, F. K.
12. Quartett (Walzer ohne Worte)
13. Solo (Auld Robin Gray) - MRS. TESTAR
14. Solo Piano - Notturno, The Green Hills - MR. BUDDEE
15. - Quartett, by Mendelsohn Bartholdi
16. Separation song, by MR. REED
Reserved seats, 6s; single tickets 4s; family tickets, to admit six, £1 1s.
Tickets to be procured at Mr. Harrison's, Malop-street, and at the Victoria Colonist Office, at Dr. Baylie's, and at Mack's Hotel.
Doors to be open at seven o'clock, and Concert to commence at half-past seven.

ASSOCIATIONS: Elizabeth Testar (vocalist)

[Advertisement], The Argus (26 March 1851), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4776917 

NOTICE. MR. BUDDEE begs to intimate to his friends and the public that he has removed from his late residence to No. 105, Flinders-lane. 25th March, 1851.

[Advertisement], The Argus (18 October 1851), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4781111 

MR. BUDDEE'S CONCERT,
Under the patronage of His Excellency the Lieutenant-Governor, and His Honor the Judge.
AT THE MECHANIC'S INSTITUTION, ON MONDAY EVENING, OCTOBER 20th, To commence at 1/2-past 7 o'clock, P.M.
PROGRAMME.
1st PART.
Overture - Auber
Polacca (Puritani) - Mrs. Testar - Bellini
Elegie, song (without words). Transcript, p. 1. Piano - Mr. Buddee - Ernst
Solo, Violin - Mr. Megson - Mayseder
"Maiden Gay" - Mrs. Testar - Curshmann
Lucia di Lammermoor - Mr. Buddee - Prudent
2nd PART.
Duet, Violoncello and Piano - Mr. Reed and Mr. Buddee - Beethoven
"How Sweet." (Lucia) - Mrs. Testar - Donizetti
Beethoven's Grand Septuor Transcrit. par Liszt - Mr. Buddee - Beethoven
Duet - Violin and Piano, Mr. Megson and Mr. Buddee - Mayseder
"Auld Robin Gray " - Mrs. Testar
Fantasia p. 1 Piano - Mr. Buddee - Kullak.
Single Tickets, 4s each; Family ditto, admitting Six, £1 1s;
to be obtained of Mr. Roycraft, at the Institution, Collins-street; Mr. Reed's, near the Royal Hotel;
and at Mr. Buddee's residence, 54, William-street, North.

MUSIC: Elegie (Ernst, arranged for piano solo); Fantasie sur Lucia di Lammermoor (Prudent)

[Advertisement], The Argus (15 November 1851), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4781686 

PIANO FORTE. A GRAND PIANO FORTE for Sale. Apply to Mr. Buddee, 54, William-street.

[Advertisement], The Argus (29 January 1852), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4782922 

MR. BUDDEE BEGS to intimate to his friends and the Public, that he intends resuming his lessons on the Piano forte;
and those who intend recommencing with him, are requested to apply at his residence, William-street, 54.
N B. - Piano fortes tuned in the best possible manner.

[Advertisement], The Argus (30 January 1852), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4782931 

MONDAY, 2nd FEBRUARY Magnificent Grand Pianoforte.
SYMONS & PERRY Have received instructions from Mr. Julius Buddee to sell by auction at the Commercial Sales Room,
On MONDAY NEXT, FEBRUARY 2, At Twelve o'clock,
HIS well known and justly admired brilliant toned grand Piano Forte, by Broadwood and Son.
Terms at Sale.

ASSOCIATIONS: John Broadwood and Sons (London pianoforte makers); see also Broadwood pianos in Australia (onsite)

"MUSICAL", The Argus (31 January 1852), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4782952 

It is with very sincere sorrow that we perceive that the splendid piano lately imported from England by Mr. Buddee is to be sold on Tuesday, at the sale room of Messrs. Symons and Perry. From what we hear we fear that it is to be disposed of, not because its present owner wishes to part with it, but because he is not quite rich enough to keep it. If this community is really as kind hearted as it has given many and many a reason to believe, we think that it might make one such slight effort, as to prevent the divorce between this most talented performer and his favorite instrument!

"MR. BUDDEE", The Argus (2 February 1852), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4782971 

In answer to a paragraph referring to the intended sale of the splendid piano imported by Messrs. Wilkie & Co., for Mr. Buddee, we beg to acknowledge the receipt of one or two sums contributed with a view to prevent the necessity of that gentleman parting with his instrument. One gentleman writes as follows: - "I quite join with you in your sympathy for Mr. Buddee, and no doubt the amount required would be easily raised, if some of his friends would interest themselves in the matter. I have not time to do this myself, but by way of giving it a start (if it is not already set on foot), I enclose five pounds as my subscription towards it, which perhaps you will have the goodness to see properly applied." We quite agree with this kind and liberal gentleman that the amount necessary to prevent the separation of Mr. Buddee and his beautiful instrument would be raised in a day, if any good Samaritan would undertake the task, and we trust that such a ono will offer. We, too, must put in the plea of want of time, that article being rather of the scarcest just now, but we shall be most happy to receive the contributions of such of our friends as may think proper to follow the example set them in so kind a manner, in the letter we have quoted.

ASSOCIATIONS: Joseph Wilkie (musicseller)

"DOMESTIC INTELLIGENCE. CONCERT", The Argus (12 February 1852), 2

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The following is the Programme of the Concert for this evening: -
PART I.
Overture - "I Montecchi i Capuletti"
Song - "When other Lips," Mr. Riley.
Solo - Violin, Mr. Megson.
Song - "England, Europe's Glory," Mr. Riley.
Scena - "How sweetly, gently," Mrs. Testar.
Quadrille - "Champs Elysees."
PART II.
Overture - "Semiramide."
Song - "Batti, Batti," Mrs. Testar, (Violoncello Obligato, Mr. Thompson.)
Solo - Piano, Mr. Buddee.
Polka - "Jenny Lind."
Ballad - "Terence's Farewell," Mrs. Testar.
Buffo Song - "Cinderella" (by desire) Mr. Cooze.
Finale - "God Save the Queen."

ASSOCIATIONS: ? John Riley (vocalist); John Charles Thompson (cello); William Joseph Cooze (vocalist); Thursday Concerts (Melbourne series); this was the first of the series at which Buddee was advertised to appear; his reappearance as a regular public performer may have been in response to his recent financial difficulties; though seldom specifically recorded, it is likely that, in addition to solos, Buddee also played most of the song and others accompaniments in most of the concerts in which he took part; only a selection of the programs in which he appeared are transcribed here

THURSDAY'S CONCERT", The Argus (29 April 1852), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4784688 

The following is the programme of this evening's concert.
PART I. Overture - Don Pasquale.
Glee - Three voices.
Song - The Old House at Home, Mr. Walsh.
Piano Solo - Mr. Buddee.
Song - The Soldier Tired, Mrs. Testar.
Song - The Wolf, Mr. Bancroft.
Glee - Friar of Orders Gray, Mrs. Testar, &c.
PART II.
Overture - Barbiere de Seviglia.
Glee - Mrs. Testar, &c.
Song - Come o'er the Stream Charlie, Mr. Walsh.
Polka - All Nations.
Ballad - Love in Language, Mrs. Testar.
Buffo Song - Wanted a Song, by Mr. Cooze.
Finale - God save the Queen.

ASSOCIATIONS: Charles Walsh (vocalist); Richard Bancroft (vocalist)

[Advertisement], The Argus (27 April 1852), 1 supplement

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article255611362

MESSRS. MEGSON AND BUDDEE'S SUBSCRIPTION CONCERT.
MESSRS. MEGSON & BUDDEE beg leave to announce to the gentry and inhabitants of Melbourne and its vicinity,
that their first subscription concert of the series, will take place in the
Hall of the Mechanics' Institution, on Tuesday Evening next, April 27,
on which occasion they will be assisted by Mrs. Testar.
PROGRAMME.
PART 1ST.
Overture - Fra Diavolo - Auber
Scena - Softly Sighs (Mrs. Testar) - Weber
Solo - Violin (Mr. Megson) - De Beriot
Song - I see thine eyes still beaming (Amateur) - Handel Gier [sic, Henry Handel Gear]
Solo - Piano - Perles d'Ecume (Mr. Buddee) - Kullak
Slumber Song - (Mrs. Testar) - Kucken
Quartette - Instrumental - Beethoven
PART 2ND. Overture - Otello - Rossini
Bolero - Le Retour des Promis (Mrs. Testar) - Dessaner [Dessauer]
Solo - Violoncello (Mr. Thompson) - Merk
Song - (Amateur)
Duet - Violin and pianoforte (Messrs. Megson and Buddee) - Herz & Lafont
Ballad - When Lubin sings (Mrs. Testar) - Hobbs
Buffo Song - The Lost Child (Mr. Cooze) - Ford
Finale - God saye the Queen.
Concert to commence at Eight o'clock.
Subscribers Tickets for the Series, 12s each, reserved seats; non-subscribers tickets for single concert, 2s 6d each;
to be had of Messrs. Buddee and Megson, or of Mr. Patterson, at the Institution.
Seats will be reserved for subscribers only.

MUSIC: Perles d'Ecume (fantaisie-etude, op. 37) (Kullak)

"SUBSCRIPTION CONCERTS", The Argus (19 May 1852), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4785113 

The second of the concerts of Messrs. Megson and Buddee will take place this evening. The new singer named in the programme is, we hear, the same gentleman of whom we felt bound to make such favourable mention upon the last concert.

ASSOCIATIONS: Mr. Cogdon (new vocalist)

[Advertisement], The Argus (6 July 1852), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4786175 

MR. BUDDEE HAS the honour to announce that he continues giving lessons on the pianoforte, and has now vacancies for pupils at his own residence, 54, William-street

"THE WEEKLY CONCERTS", The Argus (29 July 1852), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4786513 

We are very glad to notice signs of vigorous measures in reference to the weekly concerts, consequent upon the placing them under the entire control of Herr Mater. Those who have so long been in the habit of visiting them, will be glad to see the names of their old friends Mrs. Testar and Mr. Buddee again. The splendid piano, lately the property of the latter, has been purchased by the Committee, and will form no inconsiderable item in the capacity of the class to deserve the continuance of public support . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Charles Albert Frederic Mater (musician)

"THE CONCERT", Geelong Advertiser and Intelligencer (27 September 1852), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article91930135 

Those who attended the Concert on Saturday night were doubtless impressed with the truth of the old aphorism, that "Time and Tide wait for no man." On account of the late arrival of the steamer on Saturday night, nine o'clock, even the energy of Herr Mater was damped, and consequently a dull feeling was thrown over the whole proceedings. Mrs. Testar was, as usual, in splendid voice, but Messrs. Cogden and Buddee were evidently somewhat out of order from their voyage. However, the spirited leading of the talented conductor, and the general good humour of the audience, contributed to render the evening a pleasant one. We wish Herr Mater every success in his efforts to place really good music before the people of Geelong.

"THE WEEKLY CONCERTS", The Argus (28 October 1852), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4787825 

. . . Duet - Piano and Violin fantasia, from Guillaume Tell, by desire - Mr. Buddee and Herr Mater - De Beriot and Osborne . . .

MUSIC: Fantaisie brillante sur Guillaume Tell (De Beriot and Osborne)

"THE CONCERT", The Argus (12 November 1852), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4788033 

We really believe, that in a musical point of view, we shall have more cause for congratulating our readers upon the introduction of the late importation per Vulcan than we imagined. The instrumental performance last evening, was really first-rate; and, considering the short time the combined band have had to rehearse, it deserves great credit. A little alteration was necessary in the programme we are sorry to say, in consequence of the indisposition of Mrs. Testar and Mr. Buddee, who are both laboring under a severe attack of influenza. Mrs. Bourn, however, supplied the place of the former, and no doubt will prove a great acquisition to these concerts. Mr. Jacobs presided at the piano almost at a moment's notice, in a very creditable manner. Now, summer is close upon us, and crowded houses a certainty, we must object to the bad ventilation of the room, if the comparison is not too odious, like the Colony of Victoria and the Governor, it is almost getting "too hot to hold us."

ASSOCIATIONS: "the late Importation per Vulcan" = Band of the 40th Regiment (military); Georgina Bourn (vocalist); Coleman Jacobs (pianist)

"MUSICAL", The Argus (26 April 1853), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4791996 

A very elegant and classical entertainment is offered this evening by the combined efforts of Mr. Buddee and Mr. Fleury, the violinist . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Achille Fleury (violin)

"CONCERT", The Argus (5 May 1853), 9

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4792275 

The following is the programme for this evening: -
PART I. Overture - Fra Diavolo - Full Band.
Song - Mr. Bancroft.
Violin Solo - Andantino et Rondo Russe - Herr Strebinger.
Sorg - Sweetly o'er my Senses Stealing - Mrs. Testar. (Band accompaniment)
Quadrille - Exposition - Full Band.
Scena - At length I'm Thine. Mrs. Testar.
PART II.
Overture - Der Freischutz - Full Band.
Song - I'm the genius of the Spring - Mrs. Testar.
Piano Solo - Sur Lucia (by desire) - Mr. Buddee.
Song - By the Sad Sea Waves - Miss Kate Walker.
Gallop - Sturm Marsch - Full Band.
Scotch Ballad - Annie Laurie (by desire) - Mrs. Testar.
Finale - God save the Queen.

ASSOCIATIONS: Frederick Strebinger (violin); Kate Walker (vocalist); Buddee's regular association with the Thursday concerts, later remembered, appears to have lasted from February 1852 to May 1853; this was the last in which he was advertised to appear; the series resumed in July, but, although Buddee continued to appear as soloist and accompanist at benefit concerts through the winter and early spring, he was not again listed as a performer on the Thursday series, as The Argus put it, at "the piano usually sacred to the genius of Buddee", see "THE TYROLESE", The Argus (10 May 1853), 9

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4792444 

[Advertisement], The Argus (8 June 1853), 12

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4793336 

VICTORIA Concert at the Mechanics' Institute, on Monday, 13th June, at eight o'clock.
Mr. Fleury, violin; Ali Ben Soualle, turkophone; Mr. Buddee, pianist; Mr. Maffei, cornopean.

ASSOCIATIONS: Ali-Ben Sou-Alle (saxophone); Joseph Maffei (cornopean)

[Advertisement], The Argus (17 October 1853), 12

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article255612310 

MECHANICS' Institution. -
Under the patronage of His Excellency the Lieutenant Governor.
Mr. Buddee's Concert, on Monday, 17th October, 1853.
Solo Performers - Mrs. Testar, Madame Arnati White and Mr. Buddee.
Band of the 99th Regiment.
PROGRAMME.
PART FIRST.
Band - Overture to Zampa - Herold
Romance - L'Ecosse est ma Patrie, Madame Arnati White - Newland
Band - Waltzes - Queen of Roses - D'Albert
Serenade - Hark! the Lark, Mrs. Testar - Schubert
Solo - Piano - Paraphrase sur Lucretia Borgia - Mr. Buddee
Duet- Su l'aria (Opera le Nozze di Figaro,) Mrs. Testar and Madame Arnati White - Mozart
PART SECOND.
Band - Overture - La Sirene - Auber
Aria - O mia Fernando (La Favorite), Mrs. Testar - Donizetti
Solo - Piano - Fantasia de Caprice, Mr. Buddee - Kullak
Cavatina - Give me a Path, Madame Arnati White - Wade
Band - Polka - Rifle - Steck
Song - Down where the Blue Bells Grow - Madame A. White - Lee
Scotch Ballad - Jock O'Hazeldean - Mrs. Testar.
God save the Queen.
Doors open at Seven, Concert to commence at Eight o'clock precisely.
Reserved Seats 7s.; Unreserved 5s.
Tickets to be had at Mr. Joseph Wilkie's Music Saloon, 16 Collins-street, and of Mr. Patterson, at the Mechanics' Institution.

ASSOCIATIONS: Emilia Arnati White (vocalist); Band of the 99th Regiment (military)

MUSIC: Fantaisie de caprice (Kullak, op. 19)

"CONCERT", The Argus (18 October 1853), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4798205 

Mr. Buddee's concert was pretty well attended last evening, Mrs. Testar and Madame White were received very cordially, although not quite with the enthusiasm exhibited at the concert lately given by the latter lady. Two very brilliant fantasias by Mr. Buddee were not appreciated as they deserved. The pure taste exhibited by this gentleman in his performances, and the utter disdain of anything like affectation or show, give an unpretending simplicity to his style, which scarcely strikes a popular audience so much as the dash and rattle of more energetic players; and it requires some knowledge of the instrument fully to appreciate the elegance, correctness, and brilliancy with which he shows his perfect mastery of the piano. The band of the 99th played very well; but favored us with rather a meagre supply of their sweet sounds . . .

" ", The Banner (18 October 1853), 9

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We had last evening another opportunity of judging of the vocal powers of that promising "little lady," (as our contemporary playfully calls her), Madam A. White, in a concert given by Mr. Buddee, at the above rooms. The programme was tolerably attractive . . . We were much delighted with the capital performance of Mr. Buddee on the piano forte of that beautiful chorus from the second act of Lucretia Borgia. His touch is perfect, and his playing altogether brilliant; both in this, and a very difficult Fantasia, by Kullack, in the second part . . . The room was very well filled, and was honored by the presence of His Excellency the Lieutenant-Governor, the Auditor-General, Mrs. Childers, Colonel Despard, Captain Carey, &c., &c..

Hobart Town, TAS (by April 1854):

"ATTENTION", The Courier [Hobart, TAS] (5 April 1854), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2248670 

There are a few matters to which we wish to direct the attention of our readers . . . in things intellectual and musical there is a Grand Concert to be given by Mr. Buddee (a pianist of whose abilities public report speaks very highly), at the Mechanics' Institute to-morrow evening, when the Band of H.M. 99th Regiment will be in attendance, as well as Mrs. Dawson and Mr. Megson. Mrs. Dawson will be accompanied in one of her songs by Mr. Hill on the flute . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Sarah Dawson (vocalist); Arthur Silvester Hill (flute, 99th band)

"Public Amusements. MR. BUDDEE'S CONCERT", The Courier (7 April 1854), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2241832 

A new arrival, Mr. Buddee, having obtained the patronage of His Excellency the Lieutenant-Governor, made his bow before a Hobart Town audience at the Mechanics' Institute last evening. The concert was one of the best little musical entertainments ever given in this city, and Mr. Buddee was assisted by the splendid Band of the 99th Regiment, Mrs. Dawson and Mr. Megson. The following was the programme: -

PART I.
Band, Overture to Haydee - AUBER.
Ballad, The Slave Mother. Mrs. Dawson - LINLEY. Solo Piano, Fantasia di Lucia di Lammermoor, Mr. Buddee - PRUDENT.
BAND - Duetto, Qual mare, qual terra - Opera - I. MASNADIERI.
Solo Violin - Mr. Megson - DE BERIOT.
Air, Do not Mingle. Mrs. Dawson - BELLINI.
Solo Piano, Reverie au Bord de la Mer, Mr. Buddee - WILLMERS.
BAND - Overture, Montenegrins - LIMMANDER.
Ballad, It is not Form, it is not Face, Mrs. Dawson - BALFE.
Solo, Fantasie pour le Piano. Mr. Buddee
BAND - Waltz, Queen of Roses - D'ALBERT.
Duet (Violin and Piano) - Mr. Megson and Mr. Buddee - HERZ & LAFONT.
Song, Tell me my Heart - (with flute obligato, Mr. Hill), Mrs. Dawson - BISHOP.

The attendance was tolerably fair, and, although His Excellency did not make his appearance, consisted of a fair sprinkling of the Hobart Town elite; His Excellency's Private Secretary and Aide de-Camp were present, as also the Clerk of the Executive council, &c. The Overture to the first part was given in a style equally as effective as any of the well-known performances of the Military Band, but the inapplicability of the room for such an instrumental power was never more apparent than upon this occasion. Mrs. Dawson (her first appearance for some time past) did not seem to be in very good voice - in fact the only effort which that lady made in her usual style was in the "Slave Mother;" in "Do not Mingle" she was rather ineffective, and we should regret to see her risk a well-earned reputation as a ballad singer by attempting the higher walks of art.

As a pianist Mr. Buddee displays a finished and brilliant manual execution, remarkable from the total absence of that mannerism which modern German musicians at times betray. Combined with an accurate recollection, and consequently a perfect knowledge of his score, these qualifications must establish him as a favourite; and, notwithstanding the contrasts which were hazarded as to the musical merits of this performer and Packer, we may at once say that we see no comparison between the two - to compare their relative abilities would be but to "begin with an amphora and end with an urceus." The "Fantasia di Lucia di Lammermoor" was given with much power and ability, and called forth an encore; but our favourite was the "Reverie au Bord de la Mer." The raging of the mighty storm, the lull of the elements, the gentle rippling of the ocean wave and under-current, were rendered in fine style, and were unanimously encored.

Mr. Megson, as the sole violinist, came out to considerable advantage, although (like Spohr, who once, at Norwich, gave out he had done playing, and electrified the audience at the following festival), he has been called to the bar in another profession. His style of bowing was unique, and the best amateur in the Hall was the keenest to applaud the taste and judgment with which he rendered some of the finest and most intricate passages. The solo was one of the most difficult of the gifted husband of the lamented Malibran, and was enthusiastically encored. Mr. Hill, the flautist, acquitted himself in his usual excellent style while accompanying Mrs. Dawson in "Tell me my Heart," and upon the whole the concert was a very successful one.

ASSOCIATIONS: Charles Sandys Packer (pianist)

MUSIC: Reverie au bord de la mer = Sehnsucht am Meere (by Rudolf Willmers, op. 8)

"MR. BUDDEE'S CONCERT", Colonial Times [Hobart, TAS] (8 April 1854), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article8775669 

THE performances at Thursday's Concert were highly satisfactory. Mr. Buddee acquitted himself to admiration, and elicited enthusiastic applause. His command over the instrument is perfect, and he delighted no less by the delicate touch with which, especially in the "Reverie," he brought out the air, than by the volume of music that he educed in the accompaniment . . . We regret that the audience was not more numerous, which we understand was partly owing to several parties which were given that evening. Now that Mr. Buddee has established his character as a first-rate artist he need not be discouraged by this circumstance, and we have no doubt that the announcement of his next Concert will draw a full house. We are happy to hear that this gentleman intends to reside amongst us.

"LOCAL", The Hobart Town Advertiser (8 April 1854), 2

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. . . But the lion of the evening was Mr. Buddee himself. As a pianist, he is most effective, his delicacy of touch combined with a brilliant execution entitle him to rank with pianists of a high order. The splendid manner in which he executed the "Fantasia de Lucia di Lammermoor" stamped his performance as that of a master. The piece is most difficultly written in a difficult key namely that of D flat, yet it was performed with the greatest grace and ease. Mr. Buddee's manner is also pleasing and wholly free from affectation. It will be sufficient to mention that every piece which he performed was loudly encored to show how much the audience was delighted . . .

"SHIPPING REPORT", The Hobart Town Advertiser (17 April 1854), 2

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April 15 - T.S.N.Co.'s steamer Iron Tasmania, 275 tons, Thorn, from Melbourne, 12th inst., with sundries; passengers . . . Monsieur Carandini, Madame Strabinger [sic] . . . Mrs. Eliza Buddee, 2 children and infant . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Gerome Carandini (dancer); Therese Strebinger (dancer)

"Public Amusements. MR. BUDDEE'S SECOND CONCERT", The Courier (17 May 1854), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2239126 

The Second Concert of this highly talented musician took place last evening, in the Mechanics Institute, but the attendance, though highly respectable, was painfully slack. As before, we have to observe the selection was remarkably chaste; and the principal performers were Mrs. Dawson, Mr. Buddee, Mr. Megson, and the members of the orchestra of the Royal Victorian Theatre, mustering altogether a force of nine wind and string instruments.

PROGRAMME. - PART I.
Band - Overture, Les Diamans de la Couronne - Auber.
Song, Will you Love me then as now? Mrs. Dawson.
Solo Piano, Fantasia pour le Piano, Mr. Buddee - Thalberg.
Band - Waltz, Pensées d'Amour - Bossissio.
Air & Recitative, Ah, yet he comes not!
Oh, for an Eagle's Pinions! Mrs. Dawson - Donizetti.
Solo Piano, Fantasia (Straniera), Mr. Buddee - Thalberg.
PART II.
Band - Overture, Maritana - Wallace.
Song, A Young Lady's "No!" Mrs. Dawson.
Solo Piano (by desire), Fantasia di Lucia di Lammermoor, Mr. Buddee - Prudent.
Band - Polka, Cricketers - Megson.
Duet Violin and Piano, Messrs. Megson and Buddee - Mayseder.
Cavatina, Robert, toi que j'aime! Mrs. Dawson - Meyerbeer.

. . . Mr. Buddee acquitted himself upon his instrument - by the way, a remarkably fine one, of extensive tone and volume, and excellently adapted to the area of the Hall - in a manner, both as regards style and execution, which contrasted favourably with the performances of some of the leading pianists of Europe. The "Fantasia di Lucia di Lammermoor," - no less beautiful as a composition than as a test of manipulative dexterity and artistic taste, - was repeated by desire . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Royal Victoria Theatre (Hobart venue)

GRAND CONCERT", The Hobart Town Advertiser (7 June 1854), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article264637828

A Concert will be given to-morrow evening in M. Del Sarte's Assembly ROOMS, Harrington-street. The instrumental performers are Messrs. Buddee, Megson, Hill and Wheeler. Vocalists - Mrs. Dawson, M. Del Sarte, and Mr. Wheeler . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Camille Del Sarte (vocalist); Stephen Thomas Wheeler (vocalist, cornet player); Del Sarte's Assembly Rooms (Hobart venue)

"GRAND CONCERT", The Courier (16 June 1854), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2246021 

Mr. Del Sarte's concert last evening was well attended, and passed off with considerable eclat . . . Mr. Buddee's solo on the pianoforte was the gem of the evening, and confirmed the opinion we had formed of his powers as a pianist of consummate taste, profound musical knowledge, and brilliant execution . . .

[Advertisement], The Hobarton Mercury (12 August 1854), 1

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MECHANICS' INSTITUTE . . . Madame Carandini has the honor to announce that she will give
FOUR GRAND SUBSCRIPTION CONCERTS, at a much lower rate of admission than heretofore, the first of which will be given on
TUESDAY, August the 15th, and each succeeding Tuesday. All the available talent in Hobarton will be engaged . . .
Principal Performers: Madame Carandini, Mrs. Dawson, Messrs. Buddee, Megson, Gatland, Thompson, Wheeler and Lavenu . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Maria Carandini (vocalist); Thomas Gatland (musician); John Charles Thompson (cello); Lewis Henry Lavenu (musician)

"ROYAL VICTORIA THEATRE. Opening Night. - This Evening", The Courier (18 September 1854), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2244176 

. . . in relation to the mammoth theatres of the older colonies, the Theatre Royal of Tasmania, according to the opinion of most competent judges, far exceeds in completeness of detail and acoustic design any which have been erected in the Australian colonies. Coupled with this fact it is a pleasing task to record, in addition to what we have already stated on the subject, that the exertions of Mr. Watson hold out bright promise of a splendid season. It is not the least satisfactory token of his enterprise, and of the success which will be induced thereby, to notice that the orchestral strength has been doubled in numbers, and we might say quadrupled in power, by the accession of such well-known artists as Messrs. Buddee and Megson. The everlasting repetitions of particular overtures will be avoided, from the daily rehearsals which are now to take place, the repertoire will be constantly changed to suit the manner and the time . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Feltham Bold Watson (actor, manager)

"Public Amusements. THEATRE ROYAL", The Courier (4 October 1854), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2239054 

SHAKESPEARE'S sublime tragedy, Macbeth, was presented on Monday night to a house full to overflowing, and, as usual including the elite of this city. We may safely venture to assert that this most difficult play, so trying to the resources of any theatre, was never placed on colonial boards in such a style of completeness, with one slight exception, as at the Royal Victoria on Monday night. The wild, appropriate, and beautiful music of Locke was well given, the voice of Madame Carandini, and the piano accompaniment of Mr. Buddee, hiding minor faults, and rendering the effect of the choruses very pleasing. The echo was pleasingly given. Mr. Waller's Macbeth was a very good performance, and gained general approval. The Lady Macbeth of Mrs. Waller exceeded the anticipations of her admirers . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Daniel and Emma Waller (actors)

MUSIC: "Locke's music in Macbeth" (correctly by Richard Leveridge)

"Public Amusements. ALI-BEN-SOU-ALLE", The Hobarton Mercury (4 November 1854), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article3334270 

. . . Nor must we close our remarks without a passing eulogy on the performance of Mr. Buddee. This gentleman sufficiently maintained a high reputation as a pianist of considerable ability; he ably supported the endeavours of Ali-Ben-Sou-Alle to render the concert one of more than usual perfection, and in the solo on "Lucia di Lammermoor" displayed powers both of taste and execution, which justly earned the unanimous applause of the audience. As we premised, the Second Concert on Thursday evening proved equally as attractive as its predecessor, Ali-Ben-Sou-Alle perfectly electrifying his auditory by the immensity of his execution upon the several instruments he has so perfect a command of. Mr. Buddee's solo from Norma was brilliantly executed, and called forth an unanimous encore. Mrs. Dawson sang several pieces in her usual style . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Ali-Ben Sou-Alle (saxophone player)

[Advertisement], The Courier (7 December 1854), 4

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MR. BUDDEE'S GRAND CONCERT AT AT M. DEL SARTE'S ASSEMBLY ROOMS,
ON THURSDAY, DECEMBER 7, ASSISTED BY MRS. DAWSON, MONSIEUR DEL SARTE, MESSRS. MEGSON AND THOMPSON.
PROGRAMME:
Overture - "Fra Diavolo" - AUBER.
Song - "Thou art gone from my gaze" - Mrs. Dawson - LINLEY.
Solo - Piano - Grande Fantaisie, "Lucia and Lucrezia" - Mr. Buddee - WILLMERS.
Chant - Grand Air from Lucia "Edgard, à toi malheur" - Mons. Del Sarte - DONIZETTI.
Solo - Violin - Air varièe - Mr. Megson - DE BERIOT.
Duet - "Le Barbier - je suis donc, celle qu'il aime" - Mrs. Dawson, Mons. Del Sarte - ROSSINI.
PART II.
Overture - "Tancredi" - ROSSINI.
Irish Ballad - "Ellen and Patrick," Mrs. Dawson - KNIGHT.
Solo - Piano - "Grand Caprice sur les motifs de la Sonnambula" - Mr. Buddee - THALBERG.
Chant (by desire) - "Les yeux noirs" - Mons. Del Sarte - E. ARNAUD.
Solo - Violoncello - Romance - Mr. Thompson . G. HAUSMANN.
Duet - Violin and Piano - Messrs. Megson and Buddee - MAYSEDER.
GOD SAVE THE QUEEN.
To commence at Eight o'Clock precisely. Admission 5s.
Tickets to be had of Messrs. Huxtable and Deakin; Mr. Walch; Mons. Del Sarte;
and at Mr. Buddee's residence, Battery Point.

"MR. BUDDEE'S GRAND CONCERT", The Courier (9 December 1854), 3

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THE grand concert given by this exceedingly clever pianist at the Assembly Rooms, on Thursday evening, was not so well attended as his merits deserve, but those who favoured him with their company were well pleased with his instrumentation, and with the efforts of Mrs. Dawson, Mr. Megson, and M. Del Sarte, who assisted him upon the occasion. The programme, which consisted of selections from Auber, Linley, Willmers, Donizetti, De Beriot, Rossini, Knight, Thalberg, Arnaud, Hausmann, and Mayseder, was one of the most attractive which could be put forth, a fact sufficiently condemnatory of the want of taste which led to such an extraordinary paucity of patronage.

[Advertisement], The Hobarton Mercury (22 January 1855), 3

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MR. BUDDEE BEGS to inform his Friends and the Public that he has not [sic] intention of leaving Hobart Town, and that he will be a happy to take engagements in town and country.

"ROYAL VICTORIA THEATRE. MONS. EMILE COULON", The Courier (13 February 1855), 2

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This eminent singer . . . gives a concert to-morrow evening at the Royal Victoria Theatre . . . He will be assisted by two new aspirants for colonial honours in Tasmania - Miss Octavia Hamilton and Mons. Fleury of whose talents we have seen favourable reports from the colonies from whence they have arrived . . . M.M. Buddee and Strebinger, as well as Madame Carandini, will appear.

ASSOCIATIONS: Emile Coulon (vocalist); Octavia Hamilton (vocalist); Achille Fleury (violin); Frederick Strebinger (violin)

"MISKA HAUSER", Colonial Times (13 October 1855), 3

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MISKA HAUSER gave his final concert in Hobart Town at the Mechanics' Institute, last evening . . . The concert itself was of first-rate character. M. Hauser was assisted by Messrs. Buddee, Bial, and Del Sarte. Mr. Buddee was deservedly encored. His solo exhibited all his usual finish and severity of execution. We cannot but think that this gentleman's talent has been somewhat underrated here, and that he is growing in the public estimation. M. Bial's accompaniments were finished and exact. M. Del Sarte did his best; better, indeed, than might have been expected, remembering that he has been indisposed throughout the week. M. Hauser's execution appeared to us to be even more exact than before . . . A duo with Mr. Buddee from Der Freischutz was exquisite, both players exhibiting not only the richness of the music, but their own ability as timists and executants . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Miska Hauser (violinist); Charles Bial (pianist, accompanist)

"MISS CATHERINE HAYES", The Tasmanian Daily News (24 January 1856), 3

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Last night, Miss Catherine Hayes gave her first concert in Hobart Town . . . All expectance, all excitement . . . At length this excitement found vent in calls from some in the pit, which gradually grew louder and louder, but were stilled in an instance by the appearance of Mr. Buddee at the pianoforte. The first song on the programme was, "Tell me, Mary, how to woo thee," by Mr. Lyall . . . Mr. Buddee played La Gizelle [sic, Gazelle] in a very pleasing manner. This gentleman is remarkable for the classical severity of his style; and purity of his taste. We wish, however, that he would infuse more fire and expression into the manner in which he renders the compositions which he plays. He was rewarded with considerable applause . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Catherine Hayes (vocalist); Charles Lyall (vocalist)

MUSIC: La gazelle (Kullak); Buddee was also billed to play an unidentified Lieder ohne Worte by Mendelssohn

"MISS CATHERINE HAYES", Colonial Times (25 January 1856), 2

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Our columns yesterday contained a brief notice of the enthusiastic manner in which the celebrated cantatrice, Miss Catherine Hayes, was received on her first appearance before a Tasmanian public . . . Mr. Buddee played as usual, with much taste and precision, but was evidently too near Miss Hayes to feel at ease himself. His susceptibility to, and appreciation of excellent music, somewhat affected him. But he played very well, and was as pleasing as he ever must be . . .

"MISS HAYES' LAST CONCERT", Colonial Times (7 February 1856), 2

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It was to be expected that unusual interest would attach to Miss Catherine Hayes' last concert in Hobart Town. And it was so. Nearly all the box tickets were disposed of at an early hour on Tuesday morning, and, when the evening came many who had neglected to make earlier provision were obliged to go away without the satisfaction of hearing Miss Hayes in Amina . . . The programme was exceedingly good. Divided into two parts; Miss Hayes in the first sang a few ballads in the other, several scenes from the Sonnambula. Mr. Gregg sang, "Each nerve with fury tremble till," from the opera of Lucia de Lammermoor, and Phillips' "Woman," and, as we thought, with some skill and taste. Mr. Lyall sang "The bloom is off the rye" . . . Prudent's Fantasia from the Lucia de Lammermoor, exquisitely played by Mr. Buddee concluded the first part . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: John Gregg (vocalist)

[Advertisement], The Tasmanian Daily News (7 May 1856), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article202384397 

[A CARD.] MR. JULIUS BUDDEE GIVES LESSONS on THE PIANOFORTE. 142 Macquarie-street.

"MISKA HAUSER", The Courier (22 October 1856), 2

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This celebrated violinist, who was expected in the Tasmania, from Sydney, was unavoidably detained there on account of a large number of influential persons wishing to present him with a very flattering testimonial. He will arrive here in a few days via Melbourne and Launceston, when the announced Grand Concerts, in connection with Mr. Buddee, will come off.

"CONCERT AT GOVERNMENT HOUSE. MISKA HAUSER AND M. BUDDEE", The Tasmanian Daily News (24 November 1856), 2-3

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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 . . . M. Buddee followed with a Solo on the Piano - Thalberg's arrangement of airs from the "Straniera" of Bellini. M. Buddee's admirable delivery of this beautiful solo exhibited thorough appreciation of the peculiar beauties of the composition. There breathes throughout this piece a tenderness of soul, a pathos which indicates the poetry and genius of the composer. The exquisite "Adagio" met with true and artistic expression at Mr. Buddee's hands. His treatment of the theme was at once effective and correct. A well-deserved encore greeted its close, when M. Buddee resumed his seat to preform a clever and brilliant piece characteristique - il Siciliano - by Ravina . . . [3] . . . M. Buddee's "Souvenir de Donizetti" was an admirable piece of instrumentation, and was properly appreciated. There is a quiet grace and a finish about this gentleman's execution which have secured him the admiration of his Hobart Town audience, and both were remarkably conspicuous in the delivery of the beautiful arrangement of Lizt's [Liszt] . . . This was a very successful concert on the whole, and great credit is due to M. Buddee for the pains and trouble he has been at to complete all the necessary arrangements, and for getting together so large an audience to be so pleasantly and innocently entertained . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Band of the 12th Regiment (military)

MUSIC: Fantaisie sur La straniera (Thalberg, op. 9)

"THE CONCERT AT THE ASSEMBLY ROOMS . . .", The Courier (5 December 1856), 3

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The Concert at the Assembly Rooms was not so well attended as had been anticipated, a circumstance which perhaps was owing in a great degree to the anticipation which had been excited with respect to the morrow's recreation, the preparations for a full enjoyment of the aquatic sports, rather than to any evidence of want of appreciation of the artists who appeared, M.M. Miska Hauser and Buddee. The concert itself was, however, one of the best which has been given, the gifted Hungarian never playing in better style . . . Mr. Buddee was as unapproachable on the pianoforte as usual. We would direct particular attention to the final Concert of to-night. The band of the 12th Regiment will be in attendance, and M.M. Miska Hauser and Buddee will also be assisted again by M. Del Sarte.

"MR. BUDDEE", The Cornwall Chronicle [Launceston, TAS] (27 December 1856), 5

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The friends and professional connections of this gentleman may with confidence expect his return to Hobart Town within about three or four weeks from this date. M. Buddee's present engagement will extend longer than he at first calculated, owing to his length of stay here. In conjunction with M. Hauser, he starts forthwith for Port Phillip and Adelaide, and will return from the latter direct to Hobart Town, as stated.

"SHIPPING INTELLIGENCE. ARRIVED", South Australian Register [Adelaide, SA] (9 January 1857), 2

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Thursday, January 8 - The steamer Burra Burra, 337 tons, A. Harper, master, from Melbourne January 5. Hall and Co, agents. Passengers - Messrs. . . . Miska Hauser . . . Herr Buddee . . .

"MISKA HAUSER", South Australian Register (9 January 1857), 3

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Our readers will be gratified to learn that among the passengers by the Burra Burra on Thursday was Miska Hauser, the celebrated violinist, with whose powers of pleasing and astonishing many of them are already acquainted. He is accompanied by Herr Buddee, the pianist, of the Royal Academy, Berlin, of whom report speaks very highly. There is no doubt that Herr Hausker's [sic] reception will correspond with the enthusiasm excited on his former visit.

"MISKA HAUSER", Adelaide Times (24 January 1857), 2

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The last concert but one of the series now being given by this celebrated violinist came off yesterday evening, when Herr Buddee, whose benefit it was, was honoured by a crowded audience, amongst whom was his Excellency and Lady Macdondell . . . Herr Buddee well maintained the reputation which has been accorded him, whilst Miss Chalker, Miss Cranz, Mr. Linger, and a gentleman who, we believe, made his first appearance as a singer, rendered effective service.

ASSOCIATIONS: Marie Chalker (vocalist); Mathilde Cranz (vocalist); Carl Linger (pianist)

"SHIPPING INTELLIGENCE. CLEARED OUT", Adelaide Observer (7 February 1857), 1 supplement

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Friday, February 6 . . . The steamer White Swan, 330 tons, Gill, master, for Melbourne. Passengers . . . Miska Hauser, Messrs. Buddee . . .

"MUSIC FOR THE MILLION", Colonial Times (10 March 1857), 3

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The first of a series of four concerts of vocal and instrumental music came off at the Theatre Royal on Saturday evening, under the conduct of Mr. Callen. The entertainment was not so well attended as it deserved to be. It is a praiseworthy attempt to introduce a love for music among the working classes more particularly, and on that account receives notice at our hands. The splendid band of the 12th played a choice selection of music unexceptionably. Miss Stewart sang some ballads in a very agreeable manner; some comic songs, and a souvenir de Donizetti played by Mr. Buddee with his usual taste and precision made the whole entertainment a very agreeable one. We should be glad to learn that the encouragement afforded was sufficient . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: George Douglas Callen (master of the 12th band); Eliza Stewart (vocalist)

"ECCLESIASTICAL", The Hobart Town Daily Mercury (10 July 1858), 5

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Our last record of ecclesiastical matters concluded with notice of the organ question, as discussed by the congregation of St. Andrew's Church, and their determination to a purchase a new organ, appointing Mr. Buddee the organist.

ASSOCIATIONS: Music in Presbyterian churches (general)

[Advertisement], The Hobart Town Daily Mercury (7 October 1858), 3

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THEATRE ROYAL, GRAND SCOTTISH ENTERTAINMENT, After the style of Wilson.
FIRST APPEARANCE OF MISS COWAN CAMERON, FROM THE ENGLISH PROVINCES,
MONDAY, 11th OCTOBER, 1858, IN HER CELEBRATED SCOTTISH ENTERTAINMENT . . . [readings and songs] . . .
Mr. Buddee has kindly consented to preside at the Piano . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Isabella Cowan Cameron (actor, vocalist)

[Advertisement], The Courier (14 December 1858), 3

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TO THE LADIES AND GENTLEMEN OF HOBART TOWN.
MADAME CARANDINI . . . has made arrangements with the EDOUIN FAMILY . . . to give
A CONCERT Before her departure for Melbourne on FRIDAY, the 17th instant,
between the VAUDEVILLE AND THE BALLET, At the Theatre Royal,
ON WEDNESDAY EVENING NEXT, The 15th December.
MISS ROSINA CARANDINI, a native of Hobart Town, will have the honour to make her appearance before the public, for the first time, as singer and pianist.
The Concerts will consist of choice selections from Il Trovatore and Lucia di Lammermoor, interspersed with favourite Ballads.
MR. BUDDEE will preside at the Piano Forte . . ..

ASSOCIATIONS: Rosina Carandini (vocalist, pianist); Edouin family (performers)

[Advertisement], The Hobart Town Daily Mercury (5 January 1859), 3

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Mayfield House, New Town. MRS. and MISS REDFORD beg to inform the parents of their pupils that the duties of their Establishment will be resumed on MONDAY, the 17th inst. . . . Music - HERR J. BUDDEE, MR. RUSSELL . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: William Wilkins Russell (musician)

[Advertisement], The Courier (8 January 1859), 3

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EDUCATIONAL. THE HOBART TOWN CLASSICAL AND COMMERCIAL ACADEMY, No, 90, MACQUARIE STREET . . .
R. Giblin, Head Master . . . N.B. - Music taught by Professors Tapfield and Buddee.

ASSOCIATIONS: Samuel Tapfield (musician)

"ASSEMBLY BALL", The Hobart Town Advertiser (14 January 1859), 3

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The Assembly Ball, the fourth of season, took place last evening, at the Town Hall, which was brilliantly illuminated with gas for the occasion. Sir Henry and Lady Young were present, as also the elite of the district, the military officers, and the officers of H M. ships Iris and Amethyst, now in our harbor. The German band, was ably assisted by Mr. Buddee who presided at the Piano Forte . . .

"SACRED MUSIC", The Courier (26 May 1859), 3

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Our musical friends will be glad to hear that Madame Carandini, assisted by her talented daughter and Mr. Buddee, will give a concert at the Mechanics' Institute on Monday next.

"NEW ORGAN", The Hobart Town Daily Mercury (19 November 1859), 3

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Last evening the new organ of St. Joseph's Church Macquarie-street having been completed, was opened with a selection of sacred music, vocal and instrumental, Mr. Buddee being the organist. The numerous assemblage, admitted by free tickets, was gratified by the performance of three voluntaries, the Gloria Sanctus, No. 12 of Mozart, his Kyrie, No. 2, and the Agnus Dei of Farmer which were sung with great effect. The organ is of a fine tone, which will be further improved by time, and the whole of the performance gave very general satisfaction.

ASSOCIATIONS: Music at St. Joseph's church (Hobart)

[Advertisement], The Hobart Town Daily Mercury (31 January 1860), 1

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THIS EVENING, TUESDAY JANUARY 31. GRAND CONCERT GIVEN BY
MR. T. BROOKS, The Celebrated Harpist, AND HERR W. CARL SCHMITT, The Great Bavarian Violinist,
WITH THE KIND ASSISTANCE OF Miss Rosina Carandini and Mr. Buddee
AT THE ALLIANCE ROOMS.
PROGRAMME. - PART I. Overture - Tancredi, arranged for Harp and Pianoforte - Messrs. Brooks and Buddee . . .
Duo Concertante, Duo da Camera, Harp and Pianoforte - Messrs. T. Brooks and Buddee.
PART II. Duo Concertante - Violin and Pianoforte, from the opera Masaniello - Herr W. Carl Schmitt and Mr. Buddee . . .
Overture - To Agnese, Harp and Piano-forte, (Paer) - Messrs. T. Brooks and Buddee . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Thomas Brooks (harpist); Carl Schmitt (violinist)

"THE ORATORIO. TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 7", The Hobart Town Advertiser (9 February 1860), 3

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The Performance of Handel's Messiah, came off, as announced, this evening, at the Town Hall . . . the performances commenced with the Overture, Mr. Tapfield officiating as Conductor; Mr. Russell, leader; Mr. Buddee presiding at the Piano (Mr. Tapfield's Semi-Grand}; Monsieur Delsarte, Leader of the Tenores; Mr. Sharpe, senr., (of Launceston) Principal Double Bass, and Mr. Sharpe (junr), Principal Violin; Miss Carandini (Soprano), Miss Kent (Cont' Alto); Mr. Weber, Cornet . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: William and Thomas Sharp (musicians, father and son); Ellen Kent (vocalist); Albert Weber (cornet)

[Advertisement], The Hobart Town Daily Mercury (16 March 1860), 4

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Academy of Music, 181 Macquarie Street.
MR. BUDDEE, in conjunction with Messrs. SCHMITT & RUSSELL,
have the honor to announce that on the 1st of April next, an Academy of Music will be commenced,
in which the Piano-forte, Violin, Harmonium, and Flute, will be Taught.
Also classes formed for Singing and the Theory of Music.
Terms, which will be very moderate, may be known by application to Mr. Buddee, at his residence, 181 Macquarie-street.

[Advertisement], The Hobart Town Advertiser (21 June 1860), 3

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PHILHARMONIC SOCIETY. THE Members of this Society meet for practice
at the residence of Mr. Buddee, Musical Academy, 89, Macquarie street,
every FRIDAY evening, at half past 7 o'clock. Conductor - HERR CARL SCHMITT.
Terms of Membership and other information may be obtained at the Academy. June 20.

ASSOCIATIONS: Hobart Town Philharmonic Society (association)

[Advertisement], The Hobart Town Advertiser (16 August 1860), 3

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SECOND AND LAST SERIES OF SUBSCRIPTION CONCERTS, MESSRS. Buddee and Schmitt
BEG that Ladies and Gentlemen wishing to Subscribe to the Last Series of Six Concerts, will do so before the end of this week at Mr. Buddee's residence, No. 181, Macquarie-street.
The FIRST CONCERT will take place next MONDAY, August 20th, 181, Macquarie-street. August 16.

[Advertisement], The Mercury (6 September 1860), 4

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CHAMBER CONCERT, AT MR. BUDDEE'S RESIDENCE, 181, Macquarie-street, THIS EVENING, THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 6TH, At Eight o'clock. Single Tickets, 4s. each.

[Advertisement], The Mercury (28 September 1860), 4

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A PEDAL HARMONIUM for Sale. Apply at Mr. BUDDEE'S residence, 181, Macquarie-street.

"ST. ANDREW'S CHURCH", The Hobart Town Advertiser (11 October 1860), 3

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THE Managers of St. Andrew's Church issued, through the papers, an invitation to the public to attend, on Tuesday evening, to hear the performance of a selection of vocal and instrumental music, with the view of testing the quality of the tone and power of the splendid Organ lately erected in the building . . . It is a splendid instrument, enclosed in a magnificent case, with gilt pipes. It was built by Mr. Charles Brindley of Sheffield, and was arranged and planned by Professor Hopkins, of the Temple Church, London, who also superintended its building, and tried its tone before being shipped for this Colony. It contains all the latest improvements, and no pains nor expense has been spared to make it perfect. The Organ has three manuals of full compass, and a pedal organ of two octaves and a third . . . On the arrival of the organ in this colony the services of Mr. Biggs were secured to erect it . . . Mr. Buddee, who has been for some time organist at St. Andrew's, presided at the Organ, assisted by Mr. Tapfeld, and they alternately performed the various pieces . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Charles Brindley (English organ builder); Edward John Hopkins (London organist)

"CHEAP CONCERTS", The Hobart Town Advertiser (19 February 1861), 3

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The first of a series of Concerts is announced for this evening at Mons. Del Sarte's Rooms. The programme includes some choice pieces of music, which we believe have been arranged with much care for the various instruments employed. The vocal portion will devolve upon several gentlemen (amateurs principally) who have kindly rallied round Mr. Russell, thereby enabling him to start this affair; and to crown the whole Mr. Buddee will preside at the grand pianoforte. This is certainly one of the cheapest concerts ever offered to the public in Tasmania . . .

"HERR W. CARL SCHMITT'S CONCERT", The Hobart Town Advertiser (22 August 1861), 3

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We are glad to find that this gentleman is about to repeat the Concert lately given with so much success, so far as the performance went, at Mons. Del Sarte's Rooms, on Friday (tomorrow) evening the 23rd instant. Owing to the unpropitious character of the weather on the previous occasion, the attendance was more select than remunerative; and at the suggestion of several influential admirers, Herr Schmitt has consented to give a second entertainment, assisted as before, by the members of the Philharmonic Society, and Mr. Buddee . . .

[Advertisement], The Mercury (8 October 1861), 4

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In the matter of the insolvency of Julius Buddee of Hobart Town in Tasmania Professor of Music.
To the several creditors of the said insolvent or their agents.
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the above-named Julius Buddee did this day present his petition . . .
And the same having come on to be heard before the said Commissioner the said Julius Buddee was declared insolvent
and John Milward of Hobart Town aforesaid gentleman was thereupon appointed Provisional Assignee of the estate and effects of the said insolvent . . .

"INSOLVENT COURT. WEDNESDAY, October 23rd, 1861", The Mercury (24 October 1861), 3

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In re Julius BUDDEE. First meeting of creditors. Mr. Adams for insolvent. Proof - William Robb, Hobart Town, land agent, £57 10s., balance bill of exchange; William Sherwin, Hobart Town, butcher, £17 11s. 8d., goods sold. Insolvent's furniture allowed. Meeting adjourned and for discharge, fixed for this day fortnight.

"INSOLVENT COURT. WEDNESDAY, 6TH NOVEMBER, 1861", The Mercury (7 November 1861), 2

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In re JULIUS BUDDEE. Adjourned first meeting and meeting for discharge. Mr. Adams for insolvent. Proofs - Marwedel and Company, Hobart Town, merchants, £79 17s. 6d., bills of exchange for goods sold and interest; F. G. Holbird, Hobart Town, grocer, £80 11S. 5d., bills of exchange for goods sold and interest. Mr. Adams applied for order of discharge. Discharged.

"SHIPPING. PORT OF HOBART TOWN. CLEARED OUT", The Mercury (21 March 1862), 2

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March 20. Balmoral, schooner, 107 tons, Shimmins, for Melbourne. Cabin passengers - Mrs. Buddee and 6 children.

Melbourne, VIC (from 1862):

"AMATEUR CONCERT", The Argus [Melbourne, VIC] (19 December 1862), 5

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An amateur concert was given at the Town Hall, Prahran, last night, in aid of the Melbourne Hospital. His Excellency and Lady Barkly were present and there was not a single empty seat in the room. The programme was very miscellaneous . . . The selection from "The Huguenots," arranged as a duet for two pianofortes, one of which was played by Mr. Buddee and the other by a lady whose musical talents appear to be of a very high order, was decidedly the piece de resistance . . .

"BIRTHS", The Herald (28 September 1863), 2

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BUDDEE. - On the 25th September, at Brighton, Mrs. E. I. Buddee, of a daughter.

[News], The Argus (30 December 1863), 4

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The German Festival, commenced on Monday at Cremorne, was continued last evening at the Exhibition building, the entertainment consisting of a concert, a public distribution of prizes, a ball, and a supper. The concert began at eight o'clock, and occupied about two hours. As many as nine pieces on the programme were original quartettes and choruses for male voices which had been sent in for competition . . . The chief features, however, were the instrumental solos, each of which elicited loud expressions of deserved approbation. The solo performers were Herr Siede, on the flute; Herr Elsasser and Herr J. Buddee, on the pianoforte, and Herr J. Schott, on the oboe. The whole of the musical arrangements were under Herr Schott's direction . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Julius Siede (flute); Charles Elsasser (piano); James Arthur Schott (oboe); Exhibition Building (Melbourne venue)

[Advertisement], The Argus (6 April 1864), 8

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MUSIC - Mr. BUDDEE has REMOVED from Brighton to Myrtle-cottage, Lennox-street, Richmond.

[Advertisement], The Argus (26 November 1864), 6

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MUSIC. - Mr. BUDDEE has REMOVED to No. 65 Stephen-street, opposite the Protestant hall.

"THE NEWS OF THE DAY", The Age (7 November 1867), 5

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Mr. Buddee's Soiree Musicale, at his residence, Flinders-lane east, yesterday evening, was attended by between twenty and thirty subscribers, and the performance passed off with the success which has always accompanied his delightful musical reunions. He was assisted, as on the former evenings of the series, by Miss Horwitz and Professor Hughes; and on this occasion Herr Siede, the well-known flautist, lent his valuable services. The programme was selected from the works of Beethoven, Mendelssohn, Willmert and Vruhlan. Mr. Buddee's execution of Czerny's arrangement of Beethoven's "Second Sinfonie" was especially admirable, and his duets with Professor Hughes (violin), and Herr Siede (flute), met with particular approval. Miss Horwitz gratified the audience with a very delicate and artistic performance of a sonata from Beethoven.

ASSOCIATIONS: Hannah Horwitz (pianist, later Mrs. Jacoby, see 1884 below); Henry Hughes (violin)

"THE BEETHOVEN CENTENARY AT THE LIEDERTAFEL", The Argus (16 December 1870), 6

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The Melbourne German Liedertafel gave one of their usual bi-monthly entertainments at Hockin's Assembly-rooms last night. The event was specialised as being in commemoration of the birth, 100 years ago, of the greatest musical genius the world has yet produced, Ludwig van Beethoven. The programme was divided into two parts, the first being entirely devoted to the productions of the great master. The resources of the society did not permit the performance of any of those grand orchestral works in which the genius of the composer appears at its very brightest, but there was, nevertheless, an excellent selection made from those pieces whose less elaborate construction brought them within the grasp of the performers . . . the trio, Op. 11, for piano, clarionet, and violoncello, was given by Messrs. Buddee, Lundborg, and Montague. These names were in themselves sufficient to warrant a fine performance, and the audience considered it in that light by listening attentively, and applauding most heartily. We have not heard such a treat as this since the same gentlemen played it more than 12 months since at Prahran. The last, and not the least notable of the Beethoven selections was a quintette, Op. 16 (originally for four wind instruments and piano) arranged for two pianos by Czerny. This was played by Mr. Buddee and Miss Clark, a young lady pupil of his, an accomplished young amateur, who unites skill with intelligence, and is a promising pupil of a very worthy master. It is a pity the public hear so little of Mr. Buddee's playing, which is in itself the best standard we have amongst us by which those who wish to study the pianoforte might be guided. The second part consisted of a well-chosen general selection, in which Mozart's overture to "Don Juan" was excellently played; a duet for two pianos, on subjects from "The Huguenots," played by Mr. Buddee and Miss Clark . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: John William Lundborg (clarinet); Alfred Montague (cello); Hockin's Rooms (Melbourne venue)

"NEWS OF THE DAY", The Age (21 August 1876), 2

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A meeting of the members and trustees of the Musical Association of Victoria was held in the German Association's rooms on Saturday; Mr. J. W. Lundborg presiding. The following gentlemen were unanimously elected associates: - Messrs. W. H. Glen, R. J. Paling, and A. C. Huenerbein. Mr. E. A. Jager proposed Mr. W. Hunter (pianist of the German Liedertafel) and Mr. H. Curtis (violinist) as members, and Mr. J. Siede proposed Mr. Julius Buddee to be balloted for at the meeting on next Saturday. As the number of members and associates is gradually increasing, the association will doubtless soon be in a position to accomplish the object for which it was formed.

ASSOCIATIONS: William Henderson Glen (associate); Richard John Paling (associate); August Christian Huenerbein (associate); Ernest Augustus Jaeger (member); William Hunter (member); Henry Curtis (member)

"MR. BUDDEE'S FAREWELL CONCERT", The Argus (15 December 1884), 6

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On Saturday night, at the Melbourne Athenaeum, Mr. Julius Buddee made his farewell public appearance in the midst of a fairly numerous and admiring audience, and in so doing brought to a close, so far as this city's concerned, a distinguished artist career of 35 years duration. The entertainment was of the most enjoyable kind, and quite in keeping with the known characteristics of the principal performer. The audience were made to share freely in the pleasure which comes from hearing music played conscientiously for the sake of the beauty there is in it, rather than as a means of showing off technical skill and merely digital dexterity. A perfect master over the manual of the piano-forte, Mr. Buddee has always been distinguished by his truly artistic trait, namely, that of subordinating the player to the composer, and using his best skill and sympathy to present in fairest light the very poesie and spirit of the music upon which he is engaged. A fitting selection of his final solo performance was found in the larghetto movement from the Second Symphony of Beethoven, arranged by Liszt. This, the musical reader knows, is perhaps the most gracious movement in all music known up to the present time, and it was played with profoundly impressive and penetrating effect. The transcription is harmoniously full, as becomes a reduction from a great orchestral score to the capacities of the pianoforte; and this was made to appear through an admirable mastery of touch which suggested variety of instrumentation and the charm of musical colour. The dignified and pathetic musical phrase which marks the opening movement and pervades the whole of the larghetto to the end was full of grace and fervour, suggesting an unmistakable tones the strength of resignation and the joy of perennial hope. The player himself was full of the beauty of his theme and completely charmed all hearers. On entering on the platform Mr. Buddee was accorded a most enthusiastic reception, and the applause was renewed with equal warmth on the conclusion of this beautiful performance.

At the commencement of the second part of the programme Mr. Buddee had associated with him a lady, Mrs. Sigismund Jacoby (nee Horwitz), who was formerly his most talented pupil, and is now an executant of the first rank in private circles. Their performance consisted of the grand duo for two pianos on themes from Meyerbeer's "Huguenots" arranged by Pixis. The principal theme in this is the final trio in the 5th act between Valentine, Raoul, and Marcel, which is largely developed in the way of variation and ornamentation. The appearance of such master and pupil as Mr. Buddee and Mrs. Jacoby in this elaborate and highly finished interpretation was full of interest to numbers amongst the audience, and the hearty applause which followed the conclusion of the pieces was well earned by the excellent performance of the players. The other selections in which Mr. Buddee was engaged were the trios Op. 59, by De Beriot, and Op. 32, by Taubert. In each case he had associated with him Messrs. Henry Curtis (violin) and A. Montague (violoncello) . . . Mrs. Armstrong (nee Mitchell), a former pupil of Mr. Buddee for pianoforte, and present pupil of Signor Cecchi as vocalist, surprised and delighted the audience by her easily fluent and highly-finished execution of the cavatina for soprano voice, "Regnava nel Silenzio," from "Lucia di Lammermoor," and Tosti's effective song "Goodbye." With her natural qualifications and acquired accomplishments, this young lady is undoubtedly an admirable singer. Mrs. Palmer sang with fine voice and excellent expression the song "Severed," composed by Sir William Robinson, and Kalliwoda's song "The Mountaineer's Home" (with violin obligato accompaniment by Mr. Curtis). Mr. Armes Beaumont's contributions to the vocal work of the evening were received with high favour. They were Pinsuti's "I heard a voice," and "The Pilgrim," by Adams. In the lastnamed Mr. Beaumont sang the high note C in alt with assured power and good effect. Mr. S. Lambie sang "She comes in all her loveliness," by Wallace, and Schira's song, "Joy and Sorrow," with a very full accompaniment of piano, organ, violin, and violoncello. We mention, finally, a "Romance for Violin and Piano," composed by Mr. Austin T . Turner, and played by Mr. H. Curtis and the composer; this composition is marked by grace and sentiment and good feeling. Messrs. Otto Vogt and W. Hunter assisted throughout the evening with Mr. Buddee in the work of accompaniment. The audience were warm in their applause, and the recalls were very numerous. Mr. Buddee will shortly take up his residence in Sydney.

ASSOCIATIONS: Mrs. Armstrong = Nellie Melba (vocalist); Armes Beaumont (vocalist); Austin Theodore Turner (pianist, composer); Otto Vogt (pianist)

Sydney, NSW (from mid 1884, and permanently by 1885):

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald [NSW] (15 July 1885), 2

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Mr. JULIUS BUDDEE, having settled In Sydney, begs to inform his friends and the public that he has room for
A FEW PUPILS at his Rooms, at W. H. PALING and CO'S., Limited, 356, George-street, or at Hebron, 13, Hereford-street, Glebe Point.

"Deaths", The Sydney Morning Herald (10 September 1890), 1

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BUDDEE. - September 9, Julius Buddee, formerly of Melbourne, at his residence, Cremona, 28 Royce-street, Glebe Point, aged 67 years. "In the midst of life we are in death."

[News], The Sydney Morning Herald (10 September 1890), 7

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THE news of the death of Mr. Julius Buddee will be received with sincere regret in musical circles. For many years he was esteemed in Melbourne as one of the first among teachers of the pianoforte, besides being recognised as a truly artistic performer of classical music. Failing health led him to remove to Sydney some four years ago, since which time he has held a high place among the professional musicians of this city. Growing weakness has been apparent for some time, but he was sufficiently well on Monday to continue teaching throughout the day, and the announcement of his decease at about 3 a.m. yesterday caused no less surprise than sorrow.

"Mr. Julius Buddee", Table Talk [Melbourne, VIC] (26 September 1890), 8

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THE news of the death of Mr. Julius Buddee, which took place at his residence, "Cremona," Glebe Point, Sydney, on Tuesday, September 9, was received with regret in Melbourne where many of his old musical friends still survive, amongst whom the sad announcement must have awakened a host of reminiscences. For a good many years Mr. Buddee was recognised as the leading pianist of Melbourne, and being what he was, a thoroughly sound musician, a player of the quiet, refined and polished order of Sir Charles Halle and an orthodox interpreter of Beethoven, his claims to that recognition were well-founded. The greatest quarrel Mr. Buddee's friends ever had with him was, that being such a fine player, he could seldom be induced to play in public, or in private either for that matter.

Mr. Buddee was born in Berlin in April, 1823. His father, Frederick Julius Buddee, was a teacher of music there, but was not known as a public performer. Young Julius received his musical education at the Berlin Royal Academy of Music, under Dr. Kullak and Dr. Dehn. Theodor Kullak had been a pupil of Hanck, Agthe and Czerny, and in 1846 was made pianist to the King of Prussia. In 1851 he founded a Conservatorium in Berlin in conjunction with Stern and Marx, and in 1855 in consequence of some disagreement with his fellow workers, he retired from the Conservatorium, and founded the Neue Akademie der Tonkunst, but long before that time his pupil, Julius Buddee, had come to the Antipodes.

At nine years old, being then a little boy with long curls, Julius Buddee made his first public appearance, and played solos for the pianoforte and violin. At 15 years of age he commenced to teach, and amongst his pupils were Meyerbeer's daughters and Kullak's wife, whom he taught for some years. Both Meyerbeer and Kullak took much interest in the promising youth, and Kullak, who was too nervous to play his own compositions in public, would never have anyone else to play them except Mr. Buddee, at his concerts. As an accompanist Mr. Buddee was quite famous, and he presided at the pianoforte for such artists as Madame Sontag, Jenny Lind, Viardot, Garcia, Vivier the celebrated horn-player, Mademoiselle Christiani, the great 'cellist, and Leonard, the violinist, when they visited Berlin. Amongst Mr. Buddee's pupils were the present Count Arnheim and his sisters, the daughter of the Bavarian ambassador (Lerchenfeldt), of the time, and the family of the Hanoverian Ambassador of the time. It was at the country seat of the Arnheim family, whither Mr. Buddee often accompanied his pupils, that he made the acquaintance of the celebrated prima donna, Madame Sontag, and we cannot wonder that such happy circumstances and associations made Mr. Buddee the artist whom we in Australia afterwards knew.

In May, 1847, Mr. Buddee married Fraulein Elise Schroeder, the daughter of a sea captain, and next year (1848), when the whole of Europe was in a state of revolution, being advised by Mr. William Westgarth, afterwards the author of the "History of Victoria," to go to Australia, Mr. Buddee, with wife and baby, in October sailed from Hamburg in the ship Louisa for Adelaide. On the voyage the baby died, and in March, 1849, Mr. and Mrs. Buddee landed in Adelaide, where they only stayed three months and then came to Melbourne. Soon after arriving in the city Mr. Buddee gave his first concert at Murray's Hotel in Flinders lane - now the site of the Gas Company's buildings. The pianoforte used on the occasion was an "Upright," and those who assisted Mr. Buddee were all amateurs.

When the first Philharmonic Society was formed in Melbourne, Mr. Buddee was requested to become the conductor, but his knowledge of English was at that time so limited that he was obliged to decline. For a long time he was organist at St. James' Cathedral, but twice left when seized with the gold fever, which took hold of nearly all the population on the discovery of the precious metal in 1851. About this time Mr. Buddee was on very intimate terms with the Lieutenant Governor, Latrobe, and the Treasurer, Captain Lonsdale. The only result Mr. Buddee brought back from the goldfields was bad health, and after his second expedition, old Dr. Howitt, who attended him through a long illness, advised him to go to Tasmania.

Accordingly Mr. Buddee and family removed in 1853 [sic, 1854] to Hobart, where they stayed eight years, and where Mr. Buddee held the premier position as pianist and teacher. Amongst his Tasmanian pupils were: Lady Fleming (wife of the Chief Justice), Sir Francis and Lady Smith, and the daughters of Bishop Nixon. It was at Mr. Buddee's house in Hobart that Mr. Carl Schmidtt started the Hobart Philharmonic Society, and there also its first concert was given. During Mr. Buddee's Hobart sojourn, Miska Hauser, the celebrated Hungarian violinist visited the colonies and Mr. Buddee acted as his accompanist in Hobart, Adelaide and Melbourne.

Returning to Victoria in 1861 with health quite restored, Mr. Buddee speedily formed an excellent clientele amongst his first pupils being Lady Barkly (wife of Governor Barkly). Amongst others who have been pupils of Mr. Buddee are: - Mr. Moritz Alexander, Mr. Philip Plaisted, Mr. Charles Foster, Mr. Otto Vogt, Mr. William Hunter and Miss Rosina Carandini (Mrs. Palmer). At the present moment his young pupil, Mr. Truman, who is known as the "future Bach," is studying at the Leipsic Conservatorium, and it was said of him when he went there by all the professors, "He has nothing to unlearn."

Mr. Buddee's house in Melbourne, was long a rendezvous for musical amateurs, and here the most delightful music parties used to be held, amongst the frequenters were the Baron von Zedwitz who has gone from view, Mr. A. Montagu, the accomplished cellist, Mr. William Lynch, Mr. Frederick Tate and Mr. A. J. Kaeppell, all still in Melbourne, and many others who have received the news of the death of their old friend with sincere sorrow.

Mr. Buddee had a large family who are all grown up. Several of the sons are established in business in Sydney, and a daughter is married to the Lutheran minister at Sandhurst. Mrs. Buddee survives her husband.

ASSOCIATIONS (Europe): Theodor Kullak (teacher); Siegfried Dehn (teacher); Giacomo Meyerbeer (patron); Lisa Cristiani (cellist); Henrietta Sontag (vocalist); Jenny Lind (vocalist)

ASSOCIATIONS (Australia): St. James's church (Melbourne); Melbourne Philharmonic Society (formed 1853-54); Elizabeth Oke Fleming (pupil); daughters of Francis Russell Nixon (bishop); Anne Maria Barkly (pupil); Philip Plaisted (pupil); Ernest Truman (pupil)

[News], The Argus (29 September 1890), 5

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The Musical Artists and Organists' Society held their usual Ladies night on Saturday evening at Pleasance's buildings, Collins-street . . . A large amount of business of an important character was transacted . . . Reference was made to the death of Mr. Julius Buddee, who was formerly a most honoured and distinguished member of the society, and it was evident from a very touching letter received from Mrs. Buddee in acknowledgment of the letter of condolence that he retained a very warm sympathy and interest in the society, although living in a neighbouring colony . . .

Probate and administration, Julius Buddee, 1890; Public Record Office Victoria

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"DEATHS", The Australasian [Melbourne, VIC] (19 November 1898), 55

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BUDDEE. - On the 6th November, at her residence, Ythan, Annandale-street, Annandale, N.S.W., Josephine Elise Henrietta, in her 76th year, relict of the late Julius Buddee, formerly of Melbourne.

Bibliography and resources:

H. Morin Humphreys (comp.), Men of the time in Australia, Victorian series, second edition (Melbourne: McCarron, Bird & Co. 1882), [xviii]-[xix]

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Buddee, Julius, was born at Berlin, 1823, and received, a thorough musical education in his native town, where, at the "Royal Academy," he studied under such masters as Dr. Kullak and Dr. Dehn. At an early age Mr. Buddee showed a great taste for music, and when only nine years old made his first bow to an audience as a claimant for consideration as a skilled performer on the pianoforte. His success was very encouraging, and after finishing his professional education he commenced life as a teacher of music, and had considerable success. He was on terms of intimacy with Meyerbeer, and gave pianoforte lessons to the daughters of the maestro. Mr. Buddee is a most accomplished accompanist, and in that capacity has presided at the piano and played to such artists as Jenny Lind, Viardot, Garcia, Madame Sontag, Vivier (the great horn player), and Leonard, the celebrated violinist. In 1848, when Europe was in a state of revolution, Mr. Buddee decided to come to Australia, and landed at Port Phillip in 1849. On arrival in Victoria he at once [xix] commenced business as a teacher of music, quickly formed a business connection, and now holds an enviable position as a member of the musical profession, and a high rank as an instructor in his art.

"MUSIC", in James Smith, The cyclopedia of Victoria, an historical and commercial review, descriptive and biographical facts, figures and illustrations, an epitome of progress (Melbourne: The Cyclopedia Company, 1903), 82

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. . . An excellent pianist and musician, in the person of Herr Buddee, came hither from Berlin in 1849, and organised a German quartette, whose public entertainments were a source of considerable pleasure to the Melbourne public. Mrs. Testar, who is still living in a green old age, was then the principal soprano, and held her ground as such for a great number of years . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: James Smith (journalist)

Julius Buddee, Find a grave

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BUDGETT, Joseph (Joseph BUDGETT)

Musician, bandsman, Band of the 3rd Regiment

Born Gibraltar, 1786
Enlisted (3rd Regiment), Isle of Jersey, 1 May 1794 (aged "8")
Arrived Sydney, NSW, 16 August 1823 (per Commodore Hayes, from England, 26 April)
Discharge approved Sydney, NSW, 11 October 1825 (signed off 24 February 1826)
Departed Sydney, NSW, 4 February 1826 (for England)
Final discharge, Chelsea, London, England, 28 July 1826

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ASSOCIATIONS: Band of the 3rd Regiment (military)

Documentation:

Register of service, Joseph Budgett, 3rd Regiment; UK National Archives, WO25/323

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Budgett Joseph / age at enlistment 8 / Born Gibraltar, Garrison / Laborer / Enlisted Jersey, 1st May 1794 / service in the East or West Indies from 25th Oct'r 1795 to 2'd Sep'r 1802 / discharged Chelsea, 28 July 1826 . . .

Pay-list of the 3rd Regiment of Foot, from 25 December 1825 to 24 March 1826 (Australian Joint Copying Project, from Records of the UK War Office)

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Privates . . . Budgett Jos'ph / Emb'd for Eng'd 4 Feb'y paid to 24 March & Transf'd to Reg'l Depot

Discharge of Joseph Budgett, 3rd Regiment, Sydney, NSW, 11 October 1825, 24 February 1826; UK National Archives, WO97/248

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. . . THAT Private Joseph Budgett, born in the Parish of Gibraltar . . . was enlisted for the aforesaid Regiment at Jersey . . . on the [1 May 1794] at the age of Eight years for unlimited service . . .
Period of service from 1 may 1794 to 27 July 1826 [including] 10 years [as] Trumpeter or Drummer / 22 years 88 days [as] Private
THAT by the authority of His Excellency Major General Sir Thomas Brisbane K.C.B. dated Sydney 11th October 1825
HE IS HHEREBY DISCHARGED in consequence of his being worn out from length of service. . .
THAT his general Conduct as a Soldier has been uniformly that of a faithful and trustworthy soldier, he has always maintained an excellent character in the Regiment -
He was wounded in the left soldier by a musket-ball, at Bayonne in France, on the 13th December 1813 . . .
He is about 40 years of Age, is 5 feet 6 i/2 inches in height . . . a Laborer . . .
[Signed off by commander], at Sydney, New South Wales, [24 February 1826] . . .

Register of Chelsea pensioners, aged 40 in 1826; UK National Archives, WO 23/25

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[Regiment] 3d / [rate of pension] 1/2 / Joseph Budgett / [start pension] 1826 / [age] 40 / 1837 [age] 51 D[ied] / [service] 25 1/12 yrs / West Indes 6 10/12 yrs / [cause of debility] Worn-out

BUIST FAMILY OF PIANOFORTE MAKERS

BUIST, David (David BUIST; D. BUIST)

Musicseller, music retailer and publisher, pianoforte and harmonium maker, repairer, and tuner, "from John Broadwood's"

Born London, England, 14 February 1806; baptised Scotch church, London, 16 March 1806; son of William BUIST and Jane BLACK (m. St. Martin-in-the-fields, 31 December 1800)
Married Ann WATERS (d. 1894), St. James, Piccadilly, London, England, 10 February 1828
Arrived Sydney, NSW, 12 February 1849 (per Walter Morrice, from London and Plymouth, 25 October)
Died Stanmore, NSW, 26 October 1876, aged "70/71"

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BUIST, Richard Thomas (Richard Thomas BUIST; Richard BUIST; Mr. R. BUIST)

Pianoforte maker, tuner, and repairer

Born London, England, 27 February 1823; baptised St. Dunstan, Stepney, 15 June 1823; son of George BUIST (1793-1872) and Mary Ann BRISLAND (1797-1880) (m. St. Mary, Aldermanbury, 29 October 1815)
Arrived Sydney, NSW, by 1850 or earlier
Married Esther Ann BUIST (1828-1905), Sydney, NSW, 4 April 1850
Died Enmore, NSW, 22 May 1886, aged "63"

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BUIST, William David (William David BUIST; W. D. BUIST)

Musicseller, music retailer and publisher, pianoforte and harmonium maker, repairer, and tuner

Born London, England, 25 November 1830; baptised St. Marylebone, 9 October 1831; son of David BUIST and Ann WATERS
Arrived Sydney, NSW, 12 February 1849 (per Walter Morrice, from London and Plymouth, 25 October)
Married Louisa JONES, St. Philip's church, Sydney, NSW, 22 November 1866
Died Petersham, NSW, 14 November 1893

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BUIST, Henry (Henry BUIST; Harry BUIST)

? Pianoforte maker, tuner, later tobacconist

Born London, England, 25 November 1832; baptised St. Peter, Pimlico, 30 August 1848 [sic]; son of David BUIST and Ann WATERS
Arrived Sydney, NSW, 12 February 1849 (per Walter Morrice, from London and Plymouth, 25 October)
Married Hannah EVANS, Wesleyan Centenary Church, Sydney, NSW, 2 March 1872
Died Marrickville, NSW, 20 June 1883, aged "50"

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BUIST, George (George BUIST)

? Pianoforte maker

Born London, England, 8 August 1834; baptised St. Peter, Pimlico, 30 August 1848 [sic]; son of David BUIST and Ann WATERS
Arrived Sydney, NSW, 12 February 1849 (per Walter Morrice, from London and Plymouth, 25 October)
Died Sydney, NSW, 11 February 1913, aged "78/79"

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Summary:

David Buist traded as "D. Buist and Sons", from 6 Bridge-street, Sydney, from as early as 1852, in partnership with his eldest son William David Buist, and his son-in-law Richard Thomas Buist, probably a cousin.

Richard left the partnership in April 1855 and went into business by himself, David and William continuing thereafter as "D. Buist and Son".

By October 1857 Buist and Son were trading at 254 George-street, and by late 1862, at 235 George-street.

The firm was dissolved by the partners, David and William, on 23 March 1874, after which William continued in business as W. D. Buist.

William's son, Thomas Buist (1867-1934), was later proprietor of a piano warehouse in Newcastle.

See D. Buist and Sons (c. 1852-55):

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See D. Buist and Son (c. 1855-74):

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Documentation:

Baptisms, Scotch church, London, 1806; register 1784-1836, fol. 25v; UK National Archives, RG4/4232

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David, Son of William & Jane Buist, No. 10 Queen Street Grosvenor Square in the Parish of St. George Hanover Square
born 14th Feb'y & Baptized 16th March 1806

Baptisms solemnized in the parish of St. Dunstan, Stepney, in the county of Middlesex, in the year 1823; register 1816-26, page 79; London Metropolitan Archives, P93/DUN/012

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No. 448 / [1823 June] 15 / Born 27 Feb'y / Richard Thomas / [son of] George & Ann / Buist / . . . Cooper . . .

Marriages, St. James, [Piccadilly] Westminster, 1828; England marriages database

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10 February 1828 / David Buist / Ann Waters

Baptisms solemnized in the parish of St. George, Hanover Square, in the month of March 1829; register 1816-33, fol. 409; City of Westminster Archives, STG/PR/2/7

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29 / Esther Ann / [daughter of] David & Ann / Buist / George Street / [born] 28 Dec. 1828 / Cabinet Maker

Baptisms, St. Marylebone, 1831; England, select births and christenings database

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9 October 1831 / born 25 November 1830 / William David / son of David and Ann / Buist

England census, 1841, St. George, Hanover Square, Westminster; UK National Archives, HO107/732/17

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David Buist / 35 / Piano F. Mk'r
Ann / 35 // William David / 10 // Ann / 12 // Henry / 8 // George / 6 //
Mary / 4 // Sophia / 2 // Robert / 10 mths

England census, 1841, St. George, Southwark; UK National Archives, HO107/7/14/33/13

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G. Buist / 40 [sic] // Geo. [Buist] / 16 / Cabinet Maker // Richard [Buist] / 14 [sic] / [Cabinet Maker] // Henry / 10 // Mary Buist / 50 [sic]

Baptisms solemnized in Saint Peter's church, Pimlico, in the month of August 1848; register 1831-61; City of Westminster Archives

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August 22 / Mary / [daughter of] David & Ann / Buist / Hindon Street / [born] Oct. 27 1836 / Pianoforte maker
August 22 / Sophia / [daughter of] David & Ann / Buist / Hindon Street / [born] Oct. 27 1838
August 22 / Albert / [son of] David & Ann / Buist / Hindon Street / [born] Jan'y 15 1845
August 22 / Jane / [daughter of] David & Ann / Buist / Hindon Street / [born] April 13 1847 . . .
August 30 / Henry / [son of] David & Ann / Buist / Hindon Street / [born] Nov. 25 1832
August 30 / George / [son of] David & Ann / Buist / Hindon Street / [born] August 8 1834

New South Wales, List of immigrants per ship Walter Morrice, arrived 12 February 1849 (State Records NSW)

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Buist, David, 42, Cabinet pianoforte maker, [native of] London
Ann, 42, wife, do.; Esther Ann, 20, Dressmaker, do.;
William D., 18, Cabinet pianoforte maker, do.; Harry, 16, do., do.; George, 14, do., do.;
Mary / 12 // Sophia / 10 // Robert / 8 // Alfred / 6 // Albert / 4 // Jane / 2

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (29 October 1849), 1

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BOURKE WARD ELECTION. TO MR. DAVID PEDEN. SIR, - We, the undersigned, qualified Electors of Bourke Ward . . . request that you will be pleased to allow yourself to be put in nomination to represent us in the City Council, at the forthcoming Election . . .
[signed] W. H. Aldis . . . Henry Cooper Jervis . . . John Ducros . . . George Hudson . . .

ASOCIATIONS: David Peden (c. 1789-1867, draper, Sydney alderman); William Henry Aldis (elector); Harry Cooper Jervis (elector); John Henry Ducros (elector); George Hudson (elector)

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (26 June 1852), 1

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ROSEWOOD PIANOFORTES, Per Mary Bannatyne.
INTENDING Purchasers of Pianofortes are informed, that some very superior instruments,
which have been carefully selected by a professional gentleman in London, will be ready for inspection in a few days,
at Messrs. D. Buist and Sons', Pianoforte-makers, &c., No. 6, Bridge-street.
The importation consists of Cabinet, Semi-Cabinet, Cottage, and Semi-Cottage Pianofortes, and will be sold at the smallest remunerative profit.
J. T. READ.

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (15 July 1852), 1

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TO THE MUSICAL PUBLIC. D. BUIST AND SONS,
Pianoforte Makers, Tuners, and Repairers, (sixteen years with Messrs. Broadwood and Sons,)
No. 6, Bridge-street, beg to announce that they have on Sale some elegant and really superior PIANOFORTES, 7 7/8 octaves, just imported per Mary Bannatyne, consisting of -
Rosewood Cabinet
Ditto Semi-Cabinet, and ditto Cottages.
Price, from 35 Guineas to 55 Guineas.
Also on Sale, a Second-hand CHURCH ORGAN, in excellent condition; price, 60 Guineas.
N.B.- Harmoniums and Piano-Melodias manufactured.
Pianofortes taken in exchange, and for hire.
Musical Instruments Bought and Sold upon Commission, &c., &c.

ASSOCIATIONS: John Broadwood and Sons (London pianoforte makers); see also Broadwood pianos in Australia (onsite)

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (4 June 1853), 5

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PIANOFORTES. - The undersigned beg to announce that they have on sale some very elegant and rich toned Pianofortes, 6 7/8 octaves, C to A, by Charles Cadby.
Also, Harmoniums, from 18 guineas. Pianofortes tuned and repaired in the best manner.
D. BUIST AND SONS, No. 6, Bridge-street.

ASSOCIATIONS: Charles Cadby (London pianoforte manufacturer)

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (26 November 1853), 8

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PIANOFORTES. THE undersigned has just received several very elegant Grand Square Pianofortes, with patent repetition action, 6 7/8 octaves, and all the latest improvements.
Also, on Sale, Some very superior Grands, Semi-Cabinets, Cottage, and Boudoir Pianofortes, in rosewood, walnut, zebra and mahogany cases, by Stodart and Son, Cadby, Oetzman and Plumb, Allison, and other makers.
Musical Boxes in great variety, playing 4 to 12 tunes
Flutinas and Accordeons, 8, 10, 12, and 14 keys, very superior
Music Stools of the newest design, with patent iron screw, in rosewood, walnut, and mahogany
One second-hand mahogany Grand Square, by Broadwood, in excellent condition
Pianofortes, Flutinas, and other musical instruments tuned and repaired
Instruments removed in town and country by spring van.
D. BUIST AND SONS, No. 6, Bridge-street, (from Messrs. Broadwood and Sons.)

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (1 August 1854), 1

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HARMONIUM. - The only one in the Colony. A rosewood harmonium, with 12 stops.
This instrument has a self-acting action, and can be played by any person without any knowledge of music, with the greatest accuracy.
It plays Sacred music; also the most celebrated airs and overtures from William Tell, Norma, Prophet, &c. Polkas, quadrilles, galops, &c.,
must be heard to be appreciated. D. BUIST and SONS, 6, Bridge-street.
PIANOFORTES. - Collard and Collard, and Broadwood and Son's, Cottage pianofortes, in elegant rosewood cases. D. BUIST and SONS, 6, Bridge-street.
PIANOFORES tuned, repaired, or removed, by spring vans. D. BUIST and SONS, 6, Bridge-street.

[Advertisement], The Maitland Mercury and Hunter River General Advertiser [NSW] (4 November 1854), 3

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To the Inhabitants of East and West Maitland and its vicinity.
D. BUIST, of the firm of D. Buist and Sons, Pianoforte Makers, Sydney,
begs to inform his friends that he will be in Maitland on TUESDAY NEXT,
for the purpose of Tuning, Repairing, and Regulating PIANO-FORTES; also, Harmoniums, and other Musical Instruments.
All orders left at Mr. Levien's Hotel, will be punctually attended to.
D. B. guarantees to all parties placing instruments in his hands to give every satisfaction.

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (30 December 1854), 6

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PIANOFORTES, by Collard and Collard, Lambert, Cadby, and other makers. BUIST and SONS, Bridge-street.
MUSICAL BOXES, Flutinas, Concertinas, Flutes, Violins, Cornopeans, &c. BUIST and SONS, Bridge-street.
HARMONIUMS by Alexandre, from 1 to 12 stops, in great variety. BUIST and SONS, Bridge-street.
PIANOFORTES, Flutinas, Harmoniums, &c., tuned and repaired. BUIST and SONS, Bridge-street.

[3 advertisements], The Sydney Morning Herald (4 April 1855), 1

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NOTICE is hereby given, that the Partnership formerly subsisting between D. Buist, R. Buist, and W. D. Buist, under the firm of D. Buist and Sons, was dissolved, by mutual consent, on the 31st day of March.
Signed - D. BUIST, RICHARD BUIST, W. D. BUIST. 19, Bridge-street. NOTICE. - The undersigned beg to inform the musical public of Sydney that they will continue to tune, repair, or remove pianofortes, as usual, at 19, Bridge-street. D. BUIST and SON.

RICHARD BUIST, late of the firm of D. Buist and Sons, of 19, Bridge-street,
begs to inform the public that he has removed to No. 11, Gloucester-terrace, Macquarie-street South, where all orders will be punctually attended to.

TO THE INHABITANTS OF WOLLONGONG - RICHARD BUIST, late of the firm of D. Buist and Sons, Bridge-street, Sydney,
begs to inform the inhabitants of Wollongong that he intends visiting their district on or about the 6th instant,
for the purpose of tuning and repairing pianofortes, harmoniums, flutinas, accordeons, &c., &c.
All orders addressed to the Post Office, Wollongong, will meet with immediate attention.

[Advertisement], Bathurst Free Press and Mining Journal [NSW] (26 May 1855), 4

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Pianofortes! Pianofortes!! RICHARD BUIST, late of the firm of D. Buist and Son, Sydney,
begs to inform the inhabitant of Bathurst and surrounding districts, that he intends visiting them about the end of the month
for the purpose of tuning Pianofortes, Harmoniums, Concertinas, Flutinas, &c., &c.
All orders addressed to the Post Office will meet with immediate attention.

[Advertisement], The Maitland Mercury and Hunter River General Advertiser [NSW] (30 June 1855), 2 supplement

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To the Inhabitants of Newcastle, Raymond Terrace, Maitland, and all intermediate places between Maitland and Armidale, New England.
RICHARD BUIST, late of the firm of D. Buist and Sons, begs to inform the inhabitants of the above districts that he intends leaving Sydney on or about the 30th instant,
on a PROFESSIONAL VISIT, for the purpose of Tuning and Repairing Pianofortes, Harmoniums, Concertinas, Flutinas, &c.
All orders addressed to the Post Office at any of the above districts will meet with immediate attention. June 27th, 1855.

[Advertisement], Empire [Sydney, NSW] (5 September 1855), 6

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RICHARD BUIST. Pianoforte Tuner, &c., Riley-street South, Woolloomooloo, late of Bridge-street.

[4 advertisements], The Sydney Morning Herald (17 May 1856), 2

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PIANOFORTE WAREROOMS, 200, George-street. Messrs. MARSHALL and BUIST
wish to inform the musical public of New South Wales that they are now carrying on their business at the above establishment as dealers, tuners, repairers, &c., of pianofortes;
they flatter themselves that they possess a first-rate selection, and one likely to suit all buyers.
They consist of Collard and Collard's, Erard, Murphy, Priestley, and others, with all of which they give a written guarantee.
The abovo pianos are of the most useful and elegant description, and have the equalization touch, &c.
All repairs done on the most moderate terms. No extra charge for cases or packing.
200, George-street, opposite the EMPIRE Office, N.B.- A spring van kept for removing pianos, &c.

PAINOFORTES. - D. BUIST and SON have much pleasure to announce to the musical public
that they(by their kind patronage) still continue to carry on business of pianoforte tuning, repairing, &c., at their establishment, 10, Bridge-street.
D. BUIST and SON also return their sincere thanks for the support they have received for the last five years,
and beg to assure them that no effort on their part shall be wanting to merit a continuance of the same. -
D. BUIST and SON, Bridge-street.

PIANOFORTES, and other musical instruments and repaired, or removed. D. BUIST, 19, Bridge-street.

PIANOFORTES tuned, repaired, and removed. MARSHALL and BUIST, Pianoforte Warerooms, George-street.

ASSOCIATIONS: Richard's business partner was perhaps George Marshall, general importer and commission agent

[Advertisement], Empire (9 June 1856), 1

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WESLEYAN SACRED CHORAL SOCIETY - President - Rev. S. RABONE. -
The first public meeting of this Society will take place, on MONDAY EVENING, June 9th, at the Wesleyan Chapel, York street, at half-past seven o'clock - when selections from Handel and other approved pieces will be sung.
Persons not being subscribers to this Society may obtain tickets 2s, each; juveniles 1s., on application . . . to Mr. BUIST, Music-seller, Bridge-street.
Conductor, J. Massey. Although this infant society has been for nearly two years in almost utter obscurity it has not failed in securing the patronage of a few friends of the Wesleyan body, but we do hope and expect friends of every Church, and members of every Christian congregation will come and testify their approval of a society of this class by a numerous attendance
THIS EVENING, the sole object being the cultivation and advancement of Sacred Harmony, which is calculated to inspire the mind (if not abused) with the purest devotional feelings.

ASSOCIATIONS: Joseph Massey (conductor); Wesleyan Sacred Choral Society (Sydney association)

[Advertisement], Empire (9 July 1856), 6

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PIANOFORTES. - MARSHALL AND BUIST beg to inform intending purchasers,
that they have on show, a large and elegant assortment of Pianofortes, by Collard and Collard, Erard, Murphy, and others, at prices from 35 guineas; also, Harmoniums, by Alexandre, and others, with 1 to 10 stops, and barrel organ attached, prices from 12 guineas.
Marshall and Buist . feel every confidence in stating that the above are decidedly the best selection in the colony.
Piano Warehouse, 200, George-street, opposite Empire Office. N.B. - Pianos tuned, repaired, and removed.

[Advertisement], The Maitland Mercury and Hunter River General Advertiser (28 August 1856), 1

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MARSHALL & BUIST, Pianoforte Warehouse, 200 George-street, Sydney.
RICHARD BUIST begs to inform the inhabitants of Morpeth, Maitland, Singleton, and Muswell Brook, that he intends being at the above places in a few days, for the purpose of
TUNING AND REPAIRING PIANOFORTES, HARMONIUMS, &c. . . .

[Advertisement], Illawarra Mercury [Wollongong, NSW] (13 July 1857), 3

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TO THE inhabitants of Wollongong, Kiama, and Shoalhaven.
Richard Buist, of Sydney, begs most respectfully to inform the inhabitants, that he purposes visiting their district in a few days, for the purpose of Tuning and Repairing Pianofortes, &c., &c. . . .

"NEWLY PATENTED MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS", The Sydney Morning Herald (28 April 1857), 5

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We need scarcely speak of the unprecedented interest, as regards the arts and industry of all nations, which arose from the London and Paris Exhibitions . . . Perhaps in no department of mechanical industry has such extraordinary improvements been effected as in the musical instrument manufactories of London and Paris, and especially as regards organs and pianofortes . . . The result of the keen competition which ensued was shown at the Paris Exhibition, where organs of surpassing power, apollonicons, and harmoniums of entirely novel construction, with admirable mechanical actions, and pianofortes of the highest excellence were exhibited with the highest success. Names not to be found in the list of the prizes bestowed at the London Exhibition, stood high in the list of those given at that of Paris. Foremost amongst those who gained prizes and patents for novel applications of the principles of the organ, harmonium, and pianoforte, stood the names of Alexandre et Fils, Rue Meslay, Paris. The first prize was an, "Orgue à Percussion, à systeme Martin." The second prize was awarded for an instrument combining the actions of both the organ and the pianoforte. One of each of these specimens of what may be justly called the "mathematics of music," has just been imported by Messrs. Buist and Co., of Bridge-street, and having been present at trial performances upon them by M. Boulanger and Mr. Henry Marsh, we have been enabled to find that the very high praises bestowed upon them in unqualified terms by the continental and English cognoscenti are not, in the slightest degree, exaggerations. The "Orgue à Percussion" is an harmonium, on a scale, whether as regards its actions or its construction, never before attempted. It has five octaves, and a double row of keys, with 20 stops. These include effects a percussion trompette, basson, clarinet, flute traversiere, picolo, fifre, violencelle, copula, expression à la main, grand jeu de recit, bourdon, prestant, grand jeu, expression aux pedales, musette, baryton. The powerful effect produced by these stops, whether drawn singly or in connexion, may be conceived, and, we scarcely need observe, that they were rendered and illustrated to their full extent by both M. Boulanger, and Mr. Marsh. The massive case of this instrument (unlike those hitherto constructed, which were not equal in dimensions to those of cottage pianofortes) is about 13 feet in height and 6 inches in width. It consists of rosewood of the finest grain, and the richly carved architrave cornice, and brackets, are of that elaborate beauty which has so long placed the makers of France foremost as regards excellence in cabinet work. The case has 18 silvered pipes and one great feature in the instrument is, that it will never require tuning. The second instrument has two distinct actions, those of the organ and pianoforte. It is of the full compass of seven octaves. The pianoforte portion is three stringed, whilst the other has eight stops. The great advantage of an instrument with these double powers is, that whilst singly on the organ, staccato and leggato passages cannot be rendered, so with the pianoforte, the performer cannot sustain the notes.

ASSOCIATIONS: Alexandre père et fils (Paris manufacturers); Edward Boulanger (musician); Henry Marsh (musician)

[Advertisement], The Goulburn Herald and County of Argyle Advertiser (30 September 1857), 3

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PIANOFORTES. T0 the Inhabitants of Yass, Gundagai, and Tumut. MR. R. BUIST, late of George and Bridge-streets, Sydney, begs to announce that he will be in Yass in the course of a few days . . .

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (24 October 1857), 10

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PIANOFORTES by Broadwood, Erard, Cadby, Alexandre of Paris, D'Almaine, Oetzman and Plumb, Murphy, and other celebrated London makers. D. BUIST and SON, 254, George-street, late Bridge-street.
HARMONIUMS by Alexandre and Son, of Paris, from 1 to 24 stops. D. BUIST and SON, George-street.
HARP and VIOLIN STRINGS, Violoncello and Violin Bows, &c. D. BUIST and SONS, 254, George-st.
FURNITURE carefully REMOVED by spring vans, 5s. per hour, or by contract. D. BUIST and SON.
BUIST and SON, Pianoforte Makers. Pianofortes tuned, repaired, or removed. 254, George-street.

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (30 November 1858), 1

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D. BUIST and SON, Pianoforte Makers. - Pianofortes Tuned, Repaired, and Removed. 254, George-st.

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (4 April 1859), 1

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D. BUIST and SON, Pianoforte Makers. Pianofortes Tuned, Repaired, and Removed. 254, George-st.
JUST PUBLISHED, CORNSTALK GALOP by Spagnoletti, R.A., at D. BUIST and SON'S.

ASSOCIATIONS: Ernesto Spagnoletti senior (composer)

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (13 April 1859), 3

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PIANOFORTES by the best, makers, in walnut and rosewood D. BUIST and SON, 254, George-st.
PIANOFORTE REPAIRING. - Just received, some very superior material for repairing pianofortes. The undersigned beg to state that any instruments placed in their hands pledge themselves to give satisfaction. D. BUIST and SON.
HARMONIUMS Melodiums, Concertinas, Violins, Violoncellos, Cornets, Flutes, Guitars, &c. D. BUIST and SON.
BASSOON, a very superior article, cheap; also, a B flat Ophicleide. D. BUIST and SON.
JUST Published, the Cornstalk Polka, by Spagnoletti, R. A., as played every night at the Prince of Wales Theatre by Winterbottom's celebrated band. D. BUIST and SON.
ORGANS. - Two Barrel Organs, playing English, Irish, and Scotch airs. D. BUIST and SON.

ASSOCIATIONS: John Winterbottom (conductor); Prince of Wales Theatre (Sydney venue)

[Advertisement], The Goulburn Herald and County of Argyle Advertiser (27 July 1859), 3

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Pianofortes. Pianofortes. MR. RICHARD BUIST, Pianoforte Maker, Repairer and Tuner,
begs most respectfully to inform the inhabitants of Goulburn and surrounding district, that he purposes
VISITING GOULBURN IN A FEW DAYS, when all orders addressed to him, at Mr. Roberts's Hotel, will meet with his immediate attention. Sydney July 12th 1859.

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (13 October 1859), 1

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JOHN GREGG'S BENEFIT, TO-NIGHT, at the PRINCE OF WALES THEATRE. -
Madame Carandini will sing Marmaduke H. Wilson's new ballad, entitled "Jeannies Deans,"
accompanied by the composer, and written expressly for this occasion.
Published by H. MARSH and CO., at Messrs. Buist and Son, 254, George-street.

ASSOCIATIONS: Henry Marsh had evidently come to an arrangement with Buist to sell his print music editions from their premises; John Gregg (vocalist); Maria Carandini (vocalist); Marmaduke Henry Wilson (composer, pianist)

"ALARMING FIRE IN GEORGE STREET", The Sydney Morning Herald (6 February 1860), 4

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AT about half-past one o'clock yesterday morning a fire broke out in George-street, in a shop occupied by Mr. Coulston, boot and shoe maker, opposite the new building at the corner of Margaret-street. The fire was first discovered by Mr. George Buist, of the firm of Buist and Son, music-sellers, of George-street. He immediately commenced kicking the door, and succeeded in arousing Mr. Coulston and family; and then, with the assistance of Mr. Levy (late foreman of the No. 2 Volunteer Fire Company) got Mrs. Coulston and child out of the bedroom window, the shop at this time being one mass of flame . . . The fire completely gutted the shop and house occupied by Mr. Coulston, and did very great damage to the house on the south side of it . . .

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (6 April 1861), 12

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PIANOFORTES, in walnut and Rosewood cases, by Collard, Broadwood, Murphy. D. BUIST and SON.
HARMONIUMS by Alexandre, from 3 to 15 stops, knee swell, &c. D. BUIST and SON, 254, George-street.
CONCERTINAS, by Wheatstone, very superior, 48 notes, 6 guineas, warranted. D. BUIST and SON.
CORNETS, Opheclides, Bassoons, Flutes, Violins, Bows, Strings. D. BUIST and SON, 254, George-st.

ASSOCIATIONS: Charles Wheatstone (inventor, musical instrument maker)

[Advertisement], The Maitland Mercury and Hunter River General Advertiser (1 March 1862), 1

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SINGLETON. MR. W. D. BUIST, of the Firm of D. BUIST & SON,
has Arrived, and is now at Mr. Hewitt's, Royal Hotel, where he will remain for a few days only,
for the purpose of TUNING and REPAIRING PIANOFORTES, HARMONIUMS, &c. . . .

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (2 April 1862), 8

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MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS - Bass and side drums; tenor, baritone, bass, and contra bass sax tubas;
French horns; clarionets, in cocoa and box; fifes, rifle bugles, with cords and tassels;
cornopeans, new models, &c.; harmoniums, from 1 to 14 stops, with or without percussion pieces, from 9 guineas;
violins, violoncellos, tambourines, banjos, English and German concertinas, melodias, flute harmoniums,
best roman strings for violin, violoncello, harp, &c.; violin bows, bridges, tailpieces, &c.
D. BUIST and SON, George-street.

[Advertisement], The Maitland Mercury and Hunter River General Advertiser (24 May 1862), 4

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PIANO FORTES, by Collard, Broadwood, Murphy Cadby, Oetzman, and Plumb
SAXHORNS, tenor, baritone, bass, and contra-bass, with 3 and 4 valves
CLARIONETs, 14 keys and 3 rings; price 3 guineas
BASS DRUMS, painted with the Royal arms; also side and quadrille drums
Four-keyed military fifes, B in cocoa
Piccolos, handsomely mounted in silver, with 6 keys and patent head, in velvet-lined cases
French flageolets, in ebony and cocoa, with 7 keys; rifle bugles, in copper, with cord and tassels
Tambourines, 8, 10, 12, and 16 inch vellum heads
Flute harmoniums, made to close in box, in handsome rosewood case, 4 stops
Melodias, flutinas, concertinas (English and German) Violins, violoncellos, flutes, &c., &c.
French horns, 3 valves, with 10 crooks
Violin strings - best roman strings for violin, violoncello, harp, double bass, &c.
Pianofortes and every description of musical instruments tuned and repaired.
HARMONIUMS. JUST RECEIVED, Ex LATE ARRIVALS, A LARGE and VARIED STOCK OF HARMONIUMS,
In oak and rosewood oases, from 1 to 16 stops, by Alexandre, of Paris, and Wheatstone, of London; prices from nine guineas.
The new piccolo model Harmonium, in oak case, and wind indicator.
D. BUIST & SON, Next to the Old Bank of Australasia, George-street, Sydney.

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (14 June 1862), 12

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HARMONIUMS, from 1 to 10 stops, in oak and rosewood cases, will be sold cheap, to make room for further shipments to arrive shortly. D. BUIST and SON, 254, George-street.
PIANOFORTE Repairing. - A large stock of material for repairing Pianofortes, Harmoniums, &c. D. BUIST and SON.
BASS INSTRUMENTS, DRUMS, &c., suitable for military and volunteer bands. D. BUIST and SON.

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (3 October 1862), 1

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TO the Inhabitants of the WES1ERN DISTRICT. - Pianofortes and Harmoniums.- Tuning, Repairing, &c., &c.
- Mr. RICHARD BUIST purposes leaving Sydney in a few days on his usual periodical tour for
Penrith, Hartley, Bowenfels, Bathurst, Carcoar, Cowra, Forbes, Molong, Orange, Wellington, Dubbo, Mudgee, and Sofala,
and will be happy to attend to all orders addressed to him at the post office of any of the foregoing towns.
4, Devonshire-terrace, William-street, Sydney, January 2.

"MARRIAGES", The Sydney Morning Herald (3 December 1866), 1

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On the 22nd November, by special license, at St. Philip's Church, by the Rev. Thomas O'Reilly, WILLIAM DAVID, eldest son of DAVID BUIST, Esq., George-street, Sydney, to LOUISA, second daughter of THOMAS JONES, Esq., Redfern. No cards.

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (16 August 1870), 1

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NOTICE. - The PARTNERSHIP hitherto existing between LOVEDAY and BUIST has been, THIS DAY, mutually dissolved.
H. W. LOVEDAY. RICHARD BUIST. Witness- WM. GOTCH.

ASSOCIATIONS: Henry William Loveday (piano tuner)

"MARRIAGES", Empire (12 March 1872), 1

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On the 2nd March, at the Wesleyan Centenary Church, York-Street, by the Rev. E. Sellors, Henry, second son of Mr. D. Buist, of Sydney, to Hannah, second daughter of Mr. Thomas Evans, of Sydney.

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (4 April 1874), 4

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NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC. - The Partnership hitherto subsisting between
DAVID BUIST and me, the undersigned WILLIAM DAVID BUIST,
under the style and firm of D. BUIST and SON, Pianoforte-makers and Tuners,
No. 235, George-street, Sydney, had been, this day, DISSOLVED.
Dated this 23rd day March, A.D. 1874.
W. D. BUIST.

"DEATHS", The Sydney Morning Herald (27 October 1876), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13382347

BUIST. - October 26, at his residence, Stanmore, in the 71st year of his age, Mr. David Buist, of the late firm of D. Buist and Son, pianoforte makers, George-street.

[Advertisement], Bathurst Free Press and Mining Journal (23 August 1882), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article65076387 

MR. RICHARD BUIST (Of SYDNEY) BEGS to notify to the inhabitants that he will visit Bathurst (professionally) in a few days,
when he will be prepared to Tune and Repair Pianos, Harmoniums and American Organs.
All favours promptly attended to, and satisfaction guaranteed.
ADDRESS: ROYAL HOTEL, Bathurst. August 21st, 1882.

"Deaths", The Sydney Morning Herald (21 June 1883), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13537379 

BUIST. - June 20, at his residence, Arthurville, Livingstone-street, Marrickville, Henry Buist, second eldest son of the late David Buist, in his 50th year, and brother of Mrs. Richard Buist, of Enmore.

[Advertisement], Clarence and Richmond Examiner and New England Advertiser [Grafton, NSW] (5 September 1885), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article62149281 

IMPORTANT. In order to remove a wrong impression that may exist,
Mr. GOODALL begs to say that his leaving Messrs. Nicholson and Co. is through no unpleasantness,
but in order to better his position, he having bought an old Tuning connection in the Western districts from a Mr. Richard Buist . . .
Address orders to C. GOODALL, Brindle's Boarding house, Grafton. Sydney address- 187, Bourke-street.

"Deaths", The Sydney Morning Herald (24 May 1886), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13645861 

BUIST. - May 22, 1886, at his residence, Ashley Villa, Belmore-street, Enmore, Richard Thomas Buist, in the 63rd year of his age.

See also [Probate notice], New South Wales Government Gazette (28 May 1886), 3744

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article22168530 

In the will of Richard Thomas Buist, late of Ashley Villa, Belmore-street, Enmore, near Sydney, in the Colony of New South Wales, pianoforte maker and tuner, deceased . . .

And "PROBATES", The Daily Telegraph (30 July 1886), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article237301515 

Probates were granted as follows . . . Richard Thomas Buist, £2788 . . .

"Deaths", The Sydney Morning Herald (14 February 1894), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13940689 

BUIST. - February 12, at her residence, Belmont, Belmore-street, Enmore, Ann, relict of David Buist, formerly of George-street, aged 88.
BUIST. - February 13, at the residence of her daughter, Mrs. George Stratford, Belmore-street, Enmore, Ann, relict of D. Buist, sen., late of George-street, in her 89th year.

"IN MEMORIAM", Evening News [Sydney, NSW] (16 November 1895), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article108087541 

BUIST. - In loving memory of our dear father, William David Buist, departed this life November 14, 1893. Inserted by his loving, son and daughter, Walter and Helen Buist.

"DEATHS", The Sydney Morning Herald (20 February 1905), 6

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article14696539 

STRATFORD. - February 19, at her residence, Ashley Villa, Belmore-street, Enmore, Esther Ann, widow of the late George Stratford, and relict of the late Richard Buist, aged 76 years.

"DEATHS", The Sydney Morning Herald (12 February 1913), 12

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article15397426 

BUIST. - February 11, 1913, at his residence, 80 Harrington-street, Sydney, George Buist, sen., in his 79th year.

Musical editions (extant in red bold; non-extant in black bold):

Good news from home (after 1859)

Good news from home, as sung by Christie's Minstrels, second edition [P. S. Gilmore] (Sydney: D. Buist & Son's Pianoforte & Harmonium Warerooms, [after 1859]); "J. Degotardi, engraver and printer"

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/5878666 

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-177102208 (DIGITISED)

ASSOCIATIONS: Henry Marsh (musicseller and publisher); John Degotardi (music engraver and printer); this Buist second edition has a new cover, but the engraved music is identical with the original edition issued by "Henry Marsh and Co. at Messrs. Buist & Son's pianoforte warerooms" in 1859, followed by a Marsh "second edition" in November 1859

The cornstalk galop (Spagnoletti)

The cornstalk galop, respectfully dedicated to his pupils, by Spagnoletti, R.A. (Sydney: D. Buist and Son, [1859]); "J. Degotardi, printer"

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/36580128

https://collection.sl.nsw.gov.au/record/74VvoqgMwKll (DIGITISED)

? The cornstalk polka (Spagnoletti)

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (13 April 1859), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13023648

JUST Published, the Cornstalk Polka, by Spagnoletti, R. A., as played every night at the Prince of Wales Theatre by Winterbottom's celebrated band. D. BUIST and SON.

ASSOCIATIONS: John Winterbottom (conductor); Prince of Wales Theatre (Sydney venue); "polka" probably a misprint for the above galop; compare the well-known Cornstalk polka (1857) by George Thornton (mayor of Sydney, composer)

Bibliography and resources:

Prue Neidorf, A guide to dating music published in Sydney and Melbourne, 1800-1899 (M.A. thesis, University of Wollongong, 1999), 140-41

http://ro.uow.edu.au/theses/2926 (DIGITISED)

David Buist, WikiTree

https://www.wikitree.com/wiki/Buist-139 

BULGIN, Jane (Jane PRICHARD; Mrs. Henry BULGIN)

Educator, music class organiser, ? instructor

Born c. 1807/08
Married Henry BULGIN (1808-1874), St. Michael on the Mount Without, Bristol, England, 21 October 1834
Arrived Brisbane, NSW, 1 May 1849 (assisted immigrant per Chaseley, aged "32")
Died Milton, QLD, 21 June 1872, aged "66"

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Jane+Prichard+Bulgin+c1808-1872 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-B-5.php#BULGIN-Jane (shareable link to this entry)

Documentation:

Marriages solemnized in the parish of St. Michael's in the city of Bristol in the year 1834; register 1823-36, page 273; Bristol Archives, P/St M/R/3/E

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/61686/images/engl0082d_p-st-m-r-3-e_m_00273?pId=91060124 (PAYWALL)

No. 818 / Henry Bulgin of Saint Verburgh in this city, Bachelor and Jane Prichard of this Parish Spinster
were married in this church by licence this [21 October 1834] . . .

England census, 1841, St. Marylebone, Middlesex; HO107/678/12/16/18/29

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/8978/images/MDXHO107_678_679-0140?pId=7302409 (PAYWALL)

Charles Street No. 2 / Henry Bulgin / 30 / Bookseller / [not born in county]
Jane / 30 / - / [not born in county] // Henry / 5 / [not born in county] // Jessy / 2 / [born in county]

Immigrants per Chaseley, Brisbane, May 1849; Queensland State Archives, DR38022

https://www.qld.gov.au/recreation/arts/heritage/archives/search-the-records (search assisted immigration index - digital image no. DR38022)

Bulgin Henry / 33 / Stationer / Bristol
Jane / 32 // Henry / 13 // Jessie / 11 // Lewis / 8 // Arthur / 5 // Esther Ellen / 1 [all Bristol]

[Advertisement], The Moreton Bay Courier [Brisbane, NSW (QLD)] (31 August 1850), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article3715844 

EDUCATION. FORTITUDE VALLEY. MR. and MRS. BULGIN beg to return thanks for the patronage already received, and to announce that, in accordance with the suggestions of several friends, they have removed their establishment from Fortitude Valley into the
SETTLEMENT, to the House formerly occupied by W. A. DUNCAN, Esq., where it is their intention to take a limited number of Pupils . . .
The following gentlemen have kindly allowed their names for references. - Captain Coley, David McConnel, Esq., John Richardson, Esq., James Warner, Esq., William Kent, Esq., Dr. Hobbs, Job Twine, Esq., and T. S. Mort, Esq , of Sydney.

ASSOCIATIONS: William Augustine Duncan (public servant, musical amateur)

[Advertisement], The Moreton Bay Courier (25 September 1852), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article3711800 

SEMINARY, FOR YOUNG LADIES. CALEDONIAN HOUSE, NORTH BRISBANE.
MRS. BULGIN having removed her Establishment to those commodious premises lately known as the Caledonian Hotel,
is enabled to increase the number of her Boarders . . .
Having engaged the attendance of a Professor of the Pianoforte, Mrs. Bulgin is enabled to offer the advantages of Music.
Terms - Two Guineas per quarter.

ASSOCIATIONS: The professor of the pianoforte was perhaps Humphrey Walton, who also advertised immediately above on the same page his services as piano tuner

[Advertisement], The Moreton Bay Courier [Brisbane, NSW (QLD)] (2 October 1852), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article3712909 

MUSICAL NOTICE.
MRS. BULGIN begs to announce that she has formed a separate MUSICAL CLASS for Ladies unconnected with the School.
Terms - Three Guineas per quarter.
(See Advertisement in front page.)

[Advertisement], The Moreton Bay Courier (8 January 1853), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article3708398 

EDUCATION. MRS. BULGIN will be happy to meet her PUPILS on MONDAY next, the 10th of January. Caledonian House.

"DEATHS", The Brisbane Courier (22 June 1872), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article1305590 

BULGIN. - On the 21st June, at Milton, Brisbane, Jane, the beloved wife of Henry Bulgin, aged 66 years.

BULL, James (James BULL; Mr. J. BULL)

Musician, clarinet player, bandsman, Band of the 99th Regiment

Born Bristol, England, 1824
Enlisted 2 June 1842, aged "18"
Arrived Sydney, NSW, 19 February 1843 (per Earl Grey, from Deptford, 16 September 1842, via Hobart Town)
Arrived Hobart Town, VDL (TAS), 11 July 1848 (per Sir Edward Paget, from Sydney)
Active Melbourne, VIC, September-October 1853
Departed Hobart, TAS, 10 January 1856 (per Windsor, via Fremantle, WA, 11 February, for London)
Discharged approved Hong Kong, 13 December 1861
Finally discharged England, 9 December 1862, aged "38 and 8/12 years"

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=James+Bull+99th+Regiment (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-B-5.php#BULL-James (shareable link to this entry)

ASSOCIATIONS: Band of the 99th Regiment (military)

Documentation:

Paylist of the 99th Regiment, 1 April to 30 June 1843; Australian Joint Copying Project, from UK National Archives, WO12/9806

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-1687787092 (DIGITISED)

PRIVATES . . . 1782 / Bull James / [not among those band indicated]

Pay-list of the 99th Regiment, 1 April to 30 June 1850; Australian Joint Copying Project, from UK National Archives, WO12/9814

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-1680636576 (DIGITISED)

PRIVATES . . . 1782 / Bull James / [no band indicated in this paylist]

Pay-list of the 99th Regiment, 1 October to 31 December 1853; Australian Joint Copying Project, from UK National Archives, WO12/9818

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-1681617470 (DIGITISED)

PRIVATES . . . 1782 / Bull James / . . . Band

[Advertisement], The Argus [Melbourne, VIC] (12 November 1853), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4799383 

ROWE'S AMERICAN CIRCUS. Grand Promenade Concert.
Saturday Evening, 12th November, 1853. Under the direction of Mr. Alfred Oakey.
In announcing to the inhabitants of Melbourne the first of a series of Saturday Evening Promenade Concerts, Mr. Rowe begs to state that he feels great confidence in submitting the Evening's Entertainments to his patrons . . .
The Monster Band will embrace all the available talent in Melbourne, assisted by several members of the Band of the 99th Regiment . . .
INSTRUMENTAL ARTISTS: . . .
Cornet Primo and Saxe Clavicore - Mr. P. C. Burke.
Saxe Horn - Mr. Hore and Sons.
Clarionet Primo - Mr. R. Martin.
Clarionet Secondo - Mr. J. Bull.
Ophecleide - Mr. Wigney.
Trombone - Mr. Freeman . . .
Leader, Mr. Edward Tucker.
Conductor - Mr. Alfred Oakey . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Joseph Andrew Rowe (proprietor); Alfred Oakey (conductor); Edward Tucker (leader); Peter Constantine Burke (cornet); Joseph Hore and sons (musicians); Robert Martin (master, 99th band); Rowe's American Circus (Melbourne venue)

Discharge, James Bull, 99th Regiment, Hong Kong, 13 December 1861; UK National Archives, WO97/1674/45

https://search.findmypast.com.au/record/browse?id=GBM/WO97/1674/045/001 (PAYWALL)

. . . Hong Kong, 13th Dec'r 1861
Discharge of No. 1782 Corporal James Bull . . . by Trade a Laborer was
BORN in the Parish of St. George's . . . Bristol . . . Somerset and was
ATTESTED for the 99th Regiment of Foot at London . . . on 2 June 1842 at the age of 18 2/12 years . . . SERVICE up to 31 Dec. 1861 . . . 19 years 213 days . . . during which . . . Abroad 15 11/12 years, viz. - at Australian Colonies 12 11/12 years,
in India 1 2/12 years; China 1 9/12 years . . .
DISCHARGE . . . in consequence of his having been found unfit for further service . . .
CHARACTER AND CONDUCT . . . have been very good . . .
Private 2 June 1842 / Corporal 11 April 1861 . . .
Further service . . . to 9 December 1862 when finally discharged . . .
MEDICAL REPORT . . . Nature of Disability, Constitutional Syphilis, which will render him unfit for further service . . .

BULL, Knud (Knud Geelmuyden BULL; alias Thomas EVANS)

Artist, painter, drawing master, amateur musician, brother of Ole BULL

Born Bergen, Norway, 10 September 1811; son of Johan Storm BULL (1787-1838) and Anna Dorothea Borse GEELMUYDEN (1789-1875)
Convicted Old Bailey, London, England, 15 December 1845 (transportation, 14 years)
Arrived Norfolk Island, 21 September 1846 (convict per John Calvin, from England, 9 May)
Married Mary Ann BRYAN, Hobart, TAS, 14 May 1852
Died Surry Hills, NSW, 22 December 1889

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Knud+Bull+1811-1889 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

http://nla.gov.au/nla.party-1487577 (NLA persistent identifier)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-B-5.php#BULL-Knud (shareable link to this entry)

Documentation:

Convict records, Knut Bull, per John Calvin, 1846; Tasmanian names index; NAME_INDEXES:1377172

https://stors.tas.gov.au/NI/1377172 

https://stors.tas.gov.au/CON33-1-88$init=CON33-1-88P14 (DIGITISED)

Marriage permission, Knut Bull, 1852; Tasmanian names index; NAME_INDEXES:1245075

https://stors.tas.gov.au/NI/1245075 

Knud Bull, City of Hobart Town 1855 / Day & Son Lith'rs To The Queen. Oate St London Dec'r 1855

"FINE ARTS", The Courier [Hobart, TAS] (1 July 1856), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2504586 

We have received from the artist, Mr. Bull, of Hobarton, a very beautiful print, executed in London, from a painting made by him, and coloured in the most natural and delicate manner. It is a view of Hobarton, including the bay and city, with Mount Wellington in the back ground. The aerial perspective is remarkably good, and a nautical friend has pointed out to us the singular correctness and grace with which the shipping, and especially a sailing boat, are introduced. The true tone and sentiment of the Australian land-scape have been rendered with marvellous fidelity, and a more agreeable ornament to an Australian room could not be selected. The painter is, we understand, a brother to the celebrated OLE BULL, the musician; and as Mr. Geo. Robertson, of Collins street, has only a few copies of the print at his disposal, we recommend our readers to purchase at once; by which means they will not only gratify their own taste, but benefit a very talented and deserving man. - Melbourne Herald.

ASSOCIATIONS: George Robertson (bookseller)

"Ole Bull's Brother", Evening News [Sydney, NSW] (18 October 1880), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article108740973 

Our readers will perceive in another part of the present issue as account of the celebrated violinist Ole Bull. The death of such a distinguished artist is a subject of deep regret to all lovers of the queen of instruments, the glorious "fiddle," which, under the bow of the illustrious deceased, enchanted crowds of auditors in all parts of the world. It is not however, generally known that Ole Bull's brother, also a man of genius, a musician, and an artist in another branch of art, resides at 158 Phillip-street in this city. Mr. K. Bull is a portrait painter, and also paints landscapes . . .

"Deaths", The Sydney Morning Herald (24 December 1889), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13754135 

BULL.- Knud Gelmeyden, artist, at his son's residence, 177, Devonshire-street, aged 77.

Bibliography and resources:

Knud Geelmuyden Bull , Design & art Australia online (DAAO)

https://www.daao.org.au/bio/knud-geelmuyden-bull 

BULL, Ole (Ole BULL, ? alias; "a nephew of . . ."); probably Louis IVERSON ("pupil of Ole Bull")

Musician, violinist, violin player

Active Melbourne, VIC, 1854

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

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-B-5.php#BULL-Ole-alias (shareable link to this entry)

Documentation:

[Advertisement], The Argus [Melbourne, VIC] (10 June 1854), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4809237 

ROWE'S CIRCUS. Concert Extraordinary . . .
on Saturday evening, June 10th 1854 . . .
Ole Bull (a Nephew of the celebrated Violinist of that name, and equally talented) will perform a Solo on the Violin, "Home Sweet Home" . . .
A Solo by Ole Bull, Violinist . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Ole Bull (Norwegian violinist); Rowe's American Circus (Melbourne venue)

BULLEN, Robert Napoleon (Robert Napoleon BULLEN; Mr. BULLEN)

Musician, singing master, painter and decorator

Born London, England, 2 November 1820; baptised St. Giles Cripplegate, 24 December 1820; son of Robert BULLEN and Mary WARD
Married (1) Caroline GALLINGTON (1821-1861), St. Leonard, Shoreditch, London, England, 14 November 1841
Arrived Perth, WA, 1860 (with daughter Caroline)
Married (2) Alice BRIDGEMAN (d. 1909), Fremantle, WA, 24 October 1860
Died Perth, WA, 11 June 1888, aged "67/68"

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Robert+Napoleon+Bullen+1820-1888 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-B-5.php#BULLEN-Robert-Napoleon (shareable link to this entry)

Documentation:

Baptisms solemnized in the parish of St. Giles, without Cripplegate, in the city of London, in the year [1820]; register 1817-25, page 283; London Metropolitan Archives, P69/Gis/A/01/Ms 6423/2

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/1558/images/31281_a101674-00143?pId=540635 (PAYWALL)

No. 4677 / [1820 Dec.] 24 / Robert Napoleon B. 2 Nov. S. of / Robert & Mary / Bullen / Ship Yard / Wax Chandler . . .

1841, marriage solemnized at the parish church in the parish of St. Leonard Shoreditch in the county of Middlesex; register 1841-42, page 125; London Metropolitan Archives, P91/Len/A/01/Ms 7498/51

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/1623/images/31281_a101885-00065?pId=883392 (PAYWALL)

No. 249 / 1841 November Fourteenth / Robert Napoleon Bullen / of full age / Bachelor / Wafer Maker / 20 William Street / [son of] Robert Bullen / Wafer Maker
Caroline Gallington / of full age / Spinster / Umbrella Maker / 20 Bateman's Row / [daughter of] Benjamin Gallington / Clock Maker . . .

England census, 30 March 1851, St. Giles Cripplegate, Middlesex; UK National Archives, HO107/1525/172/19

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/8860/images/MDXHO107_1525_1525-0333?pId=2896255 (PAYWALL)

37 Whitecross Street / Robert N. Bullen / Head / Mar. / 30 / Printer / [born London]
Caroline / Wife / 30 / Umbrella Maker / [born] Midd'x Clerkenwell
Caroline / Daur. / 8 / Scholar / [born] [Middlesex] Bishopgate

"Local and Domestic Intelligence", The Inquirer and Commercial News [Perth, WA] (30 January 1861), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article69136687 

What was termed in the hand-bills, "A Tonic Sol-fa juvenile choral meeting" was held in the Girls' School, Perth, on Tuesday, 22 inst. There was a good gathering of young performers, but not so many auditors as were anticipated. Those who were absent lost a great treat, for the children acquitted themselves admirably. The Echo song was very well executed, the echo being answered by three children several rooms off from the school, with closed doors. Between the first and second parts of the programme there was a short respite, when the children were regaled with cakes, fruit, and lemonade. At the termination of the entertainment the Dean proposed a vote of thanks to the teacher, (Mr. Bullen), under whose conductorship the performance took place. We regret to learn that in a pecuniary point of view, the meeting was not so satisfactory, the expenses falling heavily on Mr. Bullen.

ASSOCIATIONS: Tonic sol fa (system)

"General Intelligence", The Perth Gazette and Independent Journal of Politics and News (2 August 1861), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2933305 

On Tuesday evening last, Mr. Bullen held his second half-yearly juvenile Sol-fa Concert in the Perth Girls' School Room. There were not so many pupils present on this occasion as at the last Meeting, but there were quite sufficient to illustrate the system taught by Mr. Bullen, which we can confidently recommend to those parents who wish their children initiated in the beautiful art of music and singing. The pupils, about fifteen in number, both male and female, were apparently between the ages of 9 and 13, and sang the several pieces of music they had to execute correctly and well. There were several juveniles amongst the numerous audience, who all seemed highly pleased with the entertainment. We are happy to have this opportunity of favorably noticing Mr. Bullen's attempts in his praiseworthy undertaking, and wish him every success. When more generally known we have no doubt his system will command the encouragement it deserves.

"General Intelligence", The Perth Gazette and Independent Journal of Politics and News (27 September 1861), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2933423 

On Tuesday evening last there was another Tonic Sol-Fa Concert held in the Perth Girls' School Room, at which about fifty persons were present. Mr. Bullen's pupils are steadily progressing under his system and management, and when a number of books of instruction which he expects from England arrive in the colony, they will make still more rapid progress. The Concert on Tuesday evening realised a sufficient sum to pay expences, and to leave a small balance to remit for books. Mr. Bullen deserves encouragement in his undertaking, and we trust he may continue to meet with it. Many additional pupils have recently joined his class.

"General Intelligence", The Perth Gazette and Independent Journal of Politics and News (25 October 1861), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2933478 

Mr. Bullen's lecture in the Mechanics' Hall on Wednesday evening last, on the Tonic Sol-Fa method of teaching singing was well attended; after the lecturer had explained at some considerable length the theory of his system and its superiority over the old style of notation, he gave a practical proof of how well his pupils had progressed under him by calling upon them to sing several interesting juvenile pieces, which they did in a most creditable manner, and which evidently afforded the audience a considerable amount of gratification. The Dean in his usual happy manner returned Mr. Bullen the thanks of the Institute for his kindness in coming forward to explain to the public the system of singing of which he is such a warm advocate.

"Local and Domestic Intelligence", The Inquirer and Commercial News (30 October 1861), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article69135903 

There was a good attendance at Mr. Bullen's lecture at the Mechanic's Institute, on Wednesday last, and the audience expressed themselves well pleased both with the lecture and the examples of the Tonic sol-fa method of singing given by some of Mr. Bullen's pupils. The Dean on behalf of the Institute returned thanks.

"Deaths", The West Australian (14 June 1888), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article3118994 

BULLEN. - At his residence, the Half-way house, Perth-Fremantle Road, on the 12th inst, Mr. Robert Napoleon Bullen, aged 68 years.

"DEATH OF AN OLD COLONIST", Western Mail [Perth, WA] (16 June 1888), 17

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article32712032 

We regret to report the sudden death of Mr. Robert Napoleon Bullen, one of the fast diminishing number of old colonists, which took place at his residence, the Albion Hotel, yesterday morning. The subject of this notice was, as we have said, one of the early arrivals in this, colony, and up to a few years ago, was engaged in a very prosperous business in the city. He was well-known and respected, for his genial and charitable disposition, and for the interest he took in public matters, having been a member of the Municipal Council at one period of his life, and also serving on the District Board of Education for some considerable time after the passing of the Elementary Education Act of 1871. He was also, at one time, a valuable member of St. George's Cathedral choir, as well as of the vestry. A few years ago, he disposed of his business premises in Hay Street to Mr. W. G., Hearman, and retired from business. After enjoying a well-earned holiday in England, he returned to this colony, and shortly afterwards, purchased the Half-way House, which he fitted up and converted into the well-known Albion Hotel. Unfortunately the speculation was not as successful as Mr. Bullen's enterprise deserved, and it is possible that his disappointment and anxieties may have hastened his end. The news of his death came very suddenly upon the community, as he was seen in Perth the previous day and appeared to be in fairly good health, considering his age. He retired to bed between ten and eleven o'clock, and the following morning when his wife awoke, she found he had died in his sleep. A message was at once despatched for Dr. Scott who, upon arriving at the hotel, examined the deceased, and pronounced heart disease to be the cause of his death. Mr. Bullen's circle of friends and acquaintances was a very wide one, and the well-known face of this popular old colonist will be greatly missed. He leaves a wife and daughter for whom much sympathy has been expressed in the unexpected bereavement.

BUMBEY, Mr. (Mr. BUMBEY; BUMBY)

Musician, teacher of harp, cornopean, and clarionet / clarinet

Arrived Melbourne, VIC, 15 May 1855 (per Zwaan, from London)
Acrive Melbourne, VIC, until January 1856 or later

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Mr+Bumbey+music+teacher (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-B-5.php#BUMBEY-Mr (shareable link to this entry)

Documentation:

List of passengers arrived at Melbourne, 15 May 1855, from London, per Zwaan; Public Record Office Victoria

https://prov.vic.gov.au/archive/3AF96E01-F96C-11E9-AE98-A782DBE7F3B5?image=379 (DIGITISED)

Mr. Bumby / Mrs. [Bumby] . . .

[Advertisement], The Argus [Melbourne, VIC] (31 May 1855), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4808910 

MR. BUMBEY, - please send your address to Edward Glaser, 187 Swanston-street.

[Advertisement], The Argus (11 September 1855), 7

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4817836 

MR. BUMBEY, Teacher of the Harp, Cornonopeon, Clarionet, &c. Apply Mr. Arnott, Junction Library, St. Kilda.

[Advertisement], The Argus (11 January 1856), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4827988 

HARP, Clarionet, Cornopean, Flute, Flutina. Taught by Mr. Bumbey, Melbourne, St. Kilda. Apply Wilkie's, Collins street.

ASSOCIATIONS: Joseph Wilkie (musicseller)

BUNCE, Charlotte (Charlotte CHAPPLE; Mrs. James BUNCE)

Musician, professor of music, vocalist, teacher of piano and singing

Born Devon, England, c. 1820; daughter of James CHAPPLE and Mary MOYSEY
Married James BUNCE, St. George, East Stonehouse, Devon, England, 21 March 1839
Arrived Adelaide, SA, 17 December 1839 (per Caroline, from Plymouth, 17 July)
Arrived Melbourne, VIC, April 1853 (per Cleopatra, from Adelaide, 9 April)
Died Windsor, VIC, 9 August 1897, aged "77"; "a colonist of 58 years"

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Charlotte+Chapple+Bunce+c1820-1897 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-B-5.php#BUNCE-Charlotte (shareable link to this entry)

ASSOCIATIONS: Richard Bunce (brother-in-law, surgeon, d. Ballarat, 1885); Ellen Bunce (mother-in-law, d. Ballarat, 1864); Miss Bunce (vocalist, active 1867, probably eldest daughter of Richard, Mary Ellen, b. Adelaide, SA, 4 June 1849; d. London, England, 8 March 1930)

Documentation:

"MARRIED", Hampshire Telegraph [England] (1 April 1839), 4

https://www.britishnewspaperarchive.co.uk/viewer/bl/0000069/18390401/029/0004 (PAYWALL)

At Stonehouse. James Bunce, Esq., son of Capt. Bunce, R.N., to Miss Charlotte Chapple, daughter of James Chapple, Esq., of Exeter.

"DEPARTURES FOR SOUTH AUSTRALIA . . . PLYMOUTH", South Australian Record [London, England] (14 August 1839), 10

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article245932350 

July 17 - Caroline, 450 tons, Williams; passengers . . . Mr. and Mrs. Bunce . . .

"PORT ADELAIDE SHIPPING. ARRIVED", South Australian Register [Adelaide, SA] (21 December 1839), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article27441065 

Dec 17. - The ship Caroline, 450 tons, John Williams commander, from Gravesend 28th June, Plymouth 17th July, and Table Bay 19th October, with a cargo of sundries. Passengers . . . Mr. and Mrs. Bunce . . .

"CLEARED OUT", Examiner [Adelaide, SA] (16 April 1853), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article247407390 

April 9 - The steam-ship Cleopatra, 1,800 tons, F. Cadell, master, for Melbourne. Passengers . . . Mrs. Bunce and three children . . .

[Advertisement], Adelaide Times (12 April 1853), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article207011628 

TO-MORROW. WEDNESDAY, 13th APRIL. SAMSON, WICKSTEED, & CO.
Are instructed by Mrs. James Bunce, who has left the colony, to sell, at the bouse lately occupied by her . . .
O'Connell-street, North Adelaide . . . A FEW ARTICLES of HOUSEHOLD FURNITURE and EFFECTS . . .

[Advertisement], The Star [Ballarat, VIC] (12 January 1859), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article66333318 

BELLEVUE HOUSE, Educational Establishment for Young Ladies, Doveton Street.
MRS. JAMES BUNCE having been solicited by several friends to open an establishment for Young Ladies, begs to inform the public that she will be ready to receive pupils on the 20th inst.
Mrs. James Bunce would intimate that she has been engaged in teaching for several years with great success.
Prospectus of terms, &c., may be had on applying at the establishment.
References kindly permitted to the Rev. J. Potter, Rev. C. Searle, and the Rev. W. Henderson.

"NEWS AND NOTES", The Star (14 August 1863), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article72516470

The attendance at the Mechanics' Exhibition last night was good, though the hall was not quite so crowded as on the previous evening . . . A new amateur presented himself [sic] last evening in the person of Mrs. James Bunce, who sang the beautiful and rather glowing song from Bishop "Bid me discourse," and sang it so well to be encored. Mrs. Bunce has long been known as an accomplished musician in private circles and her appearance in public last night proved that she has a faculty for pleasing a still larger circle. The re-appearance of Mr. Meakin was another of the main features - was perhaps the principal feature of last night's programme. His singing, his ventriloquism, and his comic doings that were neither purely ventriloquial nor musical, created no end of fun, and his reception all through was thoroughly hearty . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Henry Meakin (amateur comic vocalist)

MUSIC: Bid me discourse (Bishop)

"NEWS AND NOTES", The Star (18 August 1863), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article72516559

The bad weather and the counter attraction at the theatre last evening, had a sensible effect upon the attendance last night at the Exhibition at the Mechanics' Institute, the receipts for the day not amounting to £10 . . . The musical programme for the evening was as follows: - The Band. Song, "Remember" (Donizetti), Miss Liddle. Pianoforte Solo, Miss Pilkington. Song, "Adelaide" Mrs. James Bunce. The Band. Song, "Jessie's Dream," Miss Liddle. The Band . . . The Band. Song, "Home, Sweet Home," Miss Liddle. Pianoforte Solo, Miss Pilkington. Song, "Sweet Spirit, hear my Prayer," Mrs. James Bunce. The Band. Flute Trio, Messrs. Robson, Towl and Oliver. Song (Comic), "The Ladies' Darling," Miss Liddle. "God Save the Queen." Of those portions of the programme which it was our good fortune to hear we can speak in the highest terms. Miss Liddle, a debutante from Melbourne, has a voice of great purity and considerable compass . . . Miss Pilkington, another young debutante, made her appearance as a pianist . . . Mrs. Bunce sang "Sweet Spirit hear my Prayer," with much taste and feeling, and the trio of flautists Messrs. Robson, Towl, and Oliver won again as warm applause as that given to their excellent execution on the previous night of their appearance.

ASSOCIATIONS: Anna Alicia Pilkington (pianist); Maggie Liddle (vocalist); John Robson (flute); Edward Towl (flute); Albert Oliver (flute)

MUSIC: Adelaide (Beethoven); Sweet spirit hear my prayer (Wallace, from Lurline)

"NEWS AND NOTES", The Star (22 August 1863), 2

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

The hall of the Mechanics' Institute was crowded last evening, and the receipts amounted to £30. As will be seen below the musical programme was a very attractive one, and being supplemented by many encores, was also a long one . . . Last night's programme was as follows: -
Duett, "The Elfin Call," Mrs. James Bunce and Miss Liddle; pianoforte duett (Mendelssohn), Mrs. King and Mr. Turner; song, "Bid me discourse " (Bishop), Mrs. J. Bunce; part song, "Awake the starry midnight hour" (Mendelssohn); song, by a Gentleman amateur; grand fantasia, "La Cracovienne" (Wall Miss Pilkington; song, "Come into the garden Maud" (Balfe), by a quasi Professor; part song "May-day " (Neitchart); duett, "I've wandered in dreams," Mrs. King and Mr. Turner; madrigal, "The peerless rose," Mr. A. T. Turner; grand fantasia "Irish and Scotch Airs" (Osborne), Miss Pilkington; sacred solo, "He was despised" (Handel), Miss Liddle; duett, "The greeting" (Mendelssohn) Mr. Turner and a Gentleman Amateur; song, "Toujours Gai" (Horn), Mrs. James Bunce; trio, "Indian Drum," Mrs. King and two Gentlemen amateurs; song, "Auld Bobin Gray," Miss Liddle; "Zitti Zitti Piano," Mrs. King, Mr. Turner, and Gentleman Amateur. Dissolving Views, by the Rev. J. Gilbertson. God Save the Queen!

ASSOCIATIONS: Eliza Ann South King (vocalist, pianist); Austin Theodore Turner (vocalist, pianist)

MUSIC: The elfin call (Stephen Glover); Toujours gai (Horn);

"NEWS AND NOTES", The Star (23 April 1864), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article66344411 

On Friday evening, at the Mechanics' Institute, the Ballarat Harmonic Society repeated the performance of Handel's oratorio "The Messiah," in aid of the fund for rebuilding the church of St. Paul. It is gratifying to be able to state that the concert was entirely successful in realising the intentions of the donors, as a gross sum of about £90, subject to deductions for necessary expenses, will be the result of the society's well intentioned efforts. The chorus was in capital condition, and trolled forth the passages entrusted to it with wonderful effect, considering its comparatively limited numbers. The band was a little weak and uncertain, and did not work up so well as we could have wished. Miss Hamilton's efforts were, as usual, of a highly meritorious character, but some weeks of severe indisposition had not failed to deprive them of a portion of the spirit which we have seen the lady throw into her vocalisation. Master Cook, Mrs. Bunce, Misses Hoffmeister and Robinson, and Messrs. Oliver and Cazaly, gave their important aid, and the result was a most enjoyable entertainment.

ASSOCIATIONS: Octavia Hamilton (vocalist); John Cook (vocalist); Henrietta Hoffmeister (vocalist); Daniel Oliver (vocalist); Peter Cazaly (vocalist); John Robson (conductor); Ballarat Harmonic Society (association)

"CHRIST CHURCH ORGAN", The Star (15 November 1864), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article66349754

Christ Church, Lydiard street, was, on Monday evening, completely filled by an audience assembled on the occasion of the inauguration of the organ lately imported from England. A grand concert of sacred music was the mode adopted to celebrate an event notable in reference to the advance of musical tastes in Ballarat, as well as important more immediately in connection with the conduct of the musical services to be held in the edifice itself . . . The organ has been erected under the superintendence of Mr. Moyle, of Prahran, organ-builder, and does credit to his abilities in a handicraft requiring the exercise of no small amount of taste and intelligence. Of Mr. Turner's success in handling a class of instrument to which he has for so long a time been all but an utter stranger, it would be difficult to speak in too strong terms; while the necessarily limited number of rehearsals which the chorus have enjoyed, entitle each and every member of it to high praise for the effective manner in which, almost without exception, the various divisions of the programme were successively delivered . . . Mr. G. O. Rutter's share in the success of the concert was of course a large one, and he was, with trifling exceptions, well supported by the solo singers, comprising Miss Octavia Hamilton, Mrs. King, Mrs. Turner, Mr. Bunce, Misses Hoffmeister, Robinson, Bray, and Howard; Master Johnson; Messrs. D. Oliver, Bruun, Wrigley, Cazaly, Lake, Kawerau, and Miller . . . As will be seen, the programme contained judicious selections from the oratorios of Handel, Haydon [sic, Haydn], Mendelssohn, and Rossini, the masses of Haydon, and Mozart; special passages from the works of Cherubini and other standard writers; anthems of the English Cathedral School. There were besides, two original compositions, by the musical director and organist respectively . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: James Moyle (organ builder); George Oswald Rutter (music director, composer); Charlotte Ann Turner (vocalist); one of the Bruun brothers (vocalists); John Lake (vocalist); Theodore Kawerau (vocalist)

"NEWS AND NOTES", The Star (8 December 1864), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article66350312 

Mr. and Mrs. Heine's "recital" last evening in the hall of the Mechanics' Institute, was greeted by a very large audience with no small enthusiasm as its excellence merited. It is really no small praise to either of those eminent artists to say that the violin and the piano have never been more thoroughly mastered in Ballarat . . . Mrs. James Bunce assisted as a vocalist, and sang some very good selections, including a charming air by G. O. Rutter, entitled "Beauty, sweet beauty" . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Joseph and Ada Heine (violin and piano)

MUSIC: Beauty sweet beauty bright (G. O. Rutter)

Ballarat and Ballarat district directory . . . for 1865-66 (Ballarat: James Curtis, 1865), 44, 79, 183

http://books.google.com.au/books?id=MyxLAQAAIAAJ&pg=PA183 (DIGITISED)

PROFESSORS OF MUSIC . . . Bunce, Mrs., Lyons street . . .

[Advertisement], The Ballarat Star (7 January 1865), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article66059273 

THE BALLARAT GRAMMAR-SCHOOL, DOVETON STREET. (Established in 1856).
Principal and Commercial Master, Mr. WM. STALLARD . . .
Drawing Master, Mr. L. E. BRUUN, late of the Royal Academy of the Fine Arts, Copenhagen.
Music, Mrs. JAMES BUNCE and Miss BINDER.

ASSOCIATIONS: Ludwig Edward Bruun (drawing master, amateur musician); Marion Binder (musician)

[Advertisement], The Ballarat Star (9 January 1865), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article66059280 

NEW and Fashionable MUSIC, English prices.
Mrs. James Bunce, next cottage to Michael Walsh, Esq., Lyons street.
Music Lessons resumed on and after Monday, 16th inst.

[Advertisement], The Ballarat Star (12 January 1866), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article112866469 

EDUCATIONAL. - Pianoforte and Singing.
Mrs. JAMES BUNCE resumes her teaching on Monday, the 10th of January.
Terms on application. Raglan street, between Sturt and Dana streets.

"CHRIST CHURCH SUNDAY SCHOOL. THE ANNUAL SOIREE", The Ballarat Star (14 February 1866), 2 supplement

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article112867302 

The annual soiree in aid of the Christ Church Sunday School funds was held on the evening of Tuesday, 13th February, in the hall of the Mechanics' Institute. As is always the case at these yearly gatherings the hall was filled and presented an animated appearance. One of the pleasantest features in this year's assembly was the number of boys and girls of the school on the platform, where they sang, under the leadership of Mr. A. T. Turner, several part songs with creditable knowledge both of time and tune. But music made up a large portion of the evening's agremens, several ladies and gentlemen giving their assistance in that way, Mr. A. T. Turner conducting the musical business, and had as soloists, Mrs. James Bunce, Miss Bunce, Miss Bray, Mr. Cazaly, and one or two others. Mrs. J. Bunce accompanying herself occasionally on the piano. A solo on the violin by Herr Carl Schmidt [sic] from the works of De Beriot was charmingly performed and rapturously applauded. As in relation to a meeting for social purposes like this, where amateurs and professionals alike give their services gratuitously, it would be improper to deal in criticisms of individual efforts, either in praise or dispraise, but it is due to those who sang to say that nearly everything that was done was so well done that encores were with difficulty avoided . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Carl Schmitt (violin)

"NEWS AND NOTES", The Ballarat Star (14 August 1866), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article112864288 

The Caledonian Hall, Sturt street, was well filled on Monday evening, the occasion being a "soiree musicale," held for the benefit of Mrs. James Bunce. As may be imagined, the entertainment was somewhat of a private nature, and, with the exception of Mrs. Bunce herself, the performers were amateurs, who gave their willing services. These ladies and gentlemen were Misses Bunce, Hoffmeister, Robinson and Pascoe; Master Elliott, Messrs. Knox, Lamble, Robson, Uren, Kennedy, Stower, and Streeter. The entertainment, which included instrumental as well as vocal music, was a very worthy one, and appeared to give great satisfaction to the audience.

ASSOCIATIONS: Henrietta Hoffmeister (vocalist); Samuel Lamble (vocalist)

"THE CHORAL SOCIETY'S CONCERT", The Ballarat Star (30 November 1866), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article112859750 

The second concert of the Ballarat Choral Society was given on the evening of Thursday, 29th November, in the hall of the Mechanics' Institute, before a well-filled hall . . . The concert was conducted by Herr Carl Schmitt, to whose skill and enterprise as a musician the organisation of the society is mainly due. An orchestra numbering over one hundred performers assembled, and the instrumentalists bore a satisfactory proportion to the total body of choristers. Mrs. Richard Bunce presided at the piano, and Mr. E. King, of Melbourne, led as first violinist . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Edward King (violin); Ballarat Choral Society (association, founded 1866)

[Advertisement], The Ballarat Star (10 January 1867), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article112860641 

PIANOFORTE AND SINGING. - Mrs. JAMES BUNCE will resume her professional duties on Monday, 14th January. 16 Raglan street.

"THE CONCERT", Geelong Advertiser (21 February 1867), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article148787434 

Herr Carl Schmitt's concert given last night at the Mechanics' Institute, was in every respect an exceptional one, both as to the compositions selected for the performance and the artistes amateurs engaged to execute them . . . The duett for violin and piano upon themes from the opera of Masaniello was performed with great and musicianlike skill by Mrs. Bunce and Herr Schmitt . . . the soprano air, from a manuscript opera, by Mr. Schmitt . . . was extremely well rendered [by] Miss Bunce . . . Foremost among the morceaux comprised in the programme must be ranked the piano solo "Le jet d'eau" magnificently executed by Mrs. Bunce, whose touch is at once delicate, firm and brilliant. This lady was followed by Miss Bunce, a young lady amateur of great promise, who sang with excellent taste and correct method, the beautifully characteristic but very trying aria "Robert toi que j'aime," which was justly encored. Miss Bunce possesses a pure soprano voice of good compass, well cultivated, and under excellent control; her musical education reflects great credit upon Herr Schmitt, the able maestro who directed it . . .

[Advertisement], The Ballarat Star (18 March 1867), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article112873589 

MRS. JAMES BUNCE, Teacher of PIANOFORTE and SINGING, 16 Raglan street, south.

[Advertisement], The Ballarat Courier (1 August 1870), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article191563389 

EDUCATIONAL. - Pianoforte and Singing. - Mrs. JAMES BUNCE will resume her Teaching on Monday, 1st August. Escu Cottage, Raglan street.

[Advertisement], The Age [Melbourne, VIC] (10 April 1875), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article202134142 

PIANO and SINGING. - Rudimentary and advanced pupils. Mrs. James Bunce, 8 Raglan-street, Albert Park, Emerald-hill.

"SUMMARY FOR EUORPE . . . MUSIC", The Argus (23 January 1878), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5918338 

. . . On the following night [27 December 1877] a concert was given in the Mechanics' Institute, Emerald Hill, by Mrs. J. Bunce, in which Mrs. Smythe, Miss Christian, Mr. Exon, and Mr. S. Lamble took part. Mr. Edward King was leader of the orchestra . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Amelia Bailey Smythe (vocalist); Mary Ellen Christian (vocalist); Edwin Exon (vocalist)

Will of Richard Bunce, surgeon of Ballarat, 1885; Public Record Office Victoria

https://prov.vic.gov.au/archive/8C0D059A-F4F1-11E9-AE98-AD52F98CAA93?image=6 (DIGITISED)

I, Richard Bunce, of Eyre Street in the City of Ballarat, Member of the Royal College of Surgeons, England, Declare this to be my last Will and Testament. I bequeath an annuity of Forty pounds for her life to Charlotte Bunce of Windsor near Melbourne, widow of my late Brother James Bunce. I devise give and bequeath all the real and personal estate and effects of which I shall be possessed or entitled to at the time of my decease unto my friends John Robson of Ballarat East Gentleman and Frederick Howarth of the City of Ballarat Pianoforte Maker . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: John Robson (musician); Frederick Howarth (d. 1914)

"PIANOS AND PIANISTS (BY OUR MUSICAL REPORTER)", The Ballarat Star (26 June 1888), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article209443771 

. . . Mrs. Charlotte Bunce was a musician of sterling worth. Trained in the best Continental schools, it was something in those days to meet with so accomplished a woman. Adverse fortune and the loss of her husband forced her into the professional ranks, and for years she taught music and singing. Great brilliancy and a dashing style were her characteristics as a pianiste, with a truly artistic and sympathetic perception of the highest forms of music. In personal appearance she was exceedingly attractive; very tall and graceful, her every movement bespoke the true gentlewoman. She was also an accomplished linguist . . .

"SONGS AND SINGERS (BY OUR MUSICAL REPORTER) I", The Ballarat Star (31 July 1888), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article209445472 

. . . Mrs. Charlotte Bunce at this time also held a prominent place among our best singers. Trained in one of the best European schools, and being the happy possessor of a magnificent voice of great range and power, as well as an accomplished musician, her services were, as a matter of course, in constant request. Her brilliant execution naturally led her to identify herself with music that lay beyond the reach and power of ordinary vocalists. In her younger days, before
Age, with his stealing steps
Had clawed her in his clutch,
with her tall and well-formed figure, stately bearing, and numerous accomplishments, she must have been a woman to be cordially hated by her less fortunate sisters . . .

"DEATHS", The Argus (12 August 1897), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article9158491 

BUNCE. - On the 9th August, at her daughter's residence, Esca, Chomley-street, Windsor, Charlotte, relict of the late James Bunce, formerly of South Australia. A colonist of 58 years. Interred August 11.

BUNN, James Richard (James Richard BUNN; James BUNN; Mr. BUNN)

Actor, dancer, comedian, vocalist, theatrical manager

Active Melbourne and regional VIC, 1855
Active central VIC, c. 1858-60

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=James+Richard+Bunn+comedian (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-B-5.php#BUNN-James-Richard (shareable link to this entry)

Documentation:

"CRESWICK'S CREEK (FROM OUR OWN CORRESPONDENT) Creswck's Creek . . . 2nd March, 1855", The Argus [Melbourne, VIC] (8 March 1855), 6

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4805319 

The hospital fund is rapidly increasing. Last night the Ethiopian Serenaders gave a benefit in aid of the funds, for which purpose the use of the Theatre was gratuitously given by the proprietor. These gentlemen deserve the warmest plaudits of the inhabitants for the prompt manner in which they came forward on the occasion, as well as for the able manner in which they went through their performances. Mr. Bunn's Grecian Statues and Lucy Long were particularly pleasing . . .

[Advertisement], The Age [Melbourne, VIC] (16 October 1855), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article154895198 

COPPIN'S OLYMPIC. First Night of MADMSLLE. AURELIA DIMIER,
The Primiere Danseuse, From the Grand Opera, Paris, who is engaged for Nine Nights only, will appear in a NEW GRAND BALLET,
TUESDAY and THURSDAY EVENINGS, OCTOBER 16th and 18th . . .
LA FILLE MAL GARDEE; OR, WATCH WELL YOUR DAUGHTERS.
Dame Soimnie (a farmer's widow) - Mr. Bunn.
Lise (her daughter) - Madlle Aurelia Dimier.
Colin (in love with Lise) - Mr. Chambers, jun. . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Aurelie Dimier (dancer); Joseph Chambers junior (dancer); Coppin's Olympic (Melbourne venue)

"EASTERN POLICE COURT. Tuesday, 19th October . . . CAUSE LIST", The Star [Ballarat, VIC] (21 October 1858), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article66050728 

Arthur Wooldridge v John Gibbs, £8; Francis Belfield v same, £4; James R. Bunn v same, £3; C. Ward v same, £5; Joseph Dias v same, £3; John Musgrove [sic] v same, £5; H. T. Ray v same, £8 for work and labor; settled out of Court . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: John Gibbs (theatre proprietor); Arthur Wooldridge (actor); Francis Belfield (actor); Con Warde (actor); John Musgrave (actor); Charlie Napier Theatre (Ballarat venue)

"MARYBOROUGH COUNTY COURT. June 15 . . . THEATRICAL CASE", Maryborough and Dunolly Advertiser [VIC] (17 June 1859), 2-3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article253597215 

Thom and others v. Johnson and others. Claim, £35 5s. 9d. Goods sold and delivered. Mr. Prendergast apparel for the plaintiff, and Mr. Wells appeared for the defendant, Johnson. The other defendants were Belfield, Bunn, and Webster, who appeared in person. They admitted the debt was due, but urged that they had paid their fair proportion, and that Johnson was liable for the amount. Thomas Peters, traveler for the firm of Thom, Gray, and Co., Drapers, Ballarat, proved having delivered a quantity of American drills, calico, &c., at the Princess Royal Theatre, Back Creek . . . [3] . . . Jas. Bunn, the treasurer of the company, one of the defendants in the action, was called to corroborate the verbal agreement . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Sampson Webster (actor)

"BACK CREEK (From our own Correspondent) 17th September", The Star (19 September 1859), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article66055363 

Mrs. Evans's benefit at the Princess' Theatre last night was well attended. The drama of "The Bottle" gave Mrs. Evans as the drunkard's wife an opportunity of displaying considerable histrionic talent, while Mr. Warde as the drunkard performed to the very life. Misses Emily and Fanny Wisemen delighted the audience with their spirited dancing of an Irish jig, and Messrs. Bunn and Ransford in a comic hornpipe were greatly applauded. The new Theatre Royal will be a fine building, and vastiy superior to anything we have yet had on Back Creek.

ASSOCIATIONS: Mrs. W. Evadne Evans (actor); Emily and Fanny Wiseman (actors); John Ransford (dancer, actor)

Playbill, Theatre Royal, Back Creek [Talbot], VIC, 12 November 1859; National Library of Australia

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/21082327 

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-76427416 (DIGITISED)

THEATRE ROYAL, SCANDINAVIAN CRESENT.
Messrs. Webster, Belfield, and Bunn, Lessees.
Stage Manager - Mr. J. R. Greville.
POSITIVELY LAST NIGHT OF THE SEASON . . . SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 12, 1859,
The performances will commence with the far-famed Musical Drama,
THE MILLER AND HIS MEN! With Sir Henry Bishop's Original Music.
Karl (with a horror of rats) - MR. GREVILLE . . . Riber - Mr. Bunn . . .
CLOWN'S DANCE - BY MESSRS. RANSFORD AND BUNN . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: John Rodger Greville (actor, manager); Back Creek (VIC)

"BACK CREEK (From our own Correspondent) 2nd December", The Star (3 December 1859), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article72463581 

. . . Mr. Bunn, one of the late lessees of the Theatre Royal here, is about to erect a theatre on the Rush . . .

Playbill, Royal Garrick Theatre, Lamplough, VIC, 7 January 1860; National Library of Australia

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/19144496 

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-52723279 (DIGITISED)

LAMPLOUGH, ROYAL GARRICK THEATRE. New Theatre. New Company.
PROPRIETOR - MR. JAMES BUNN. STAGE MANAGER - MR. WARDE.
This Evening, Saturday, January 7 [1860].
This splendid temple of the drama will open with the best and most powerful Corps Dramatique on the goldfields . . .
Leader and Musical Musical Director, Mr. Peter Burke . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Peter Constantine Burke (leader, musical director); Lamplough (VIC)

"NEW INSOLVENT", Geelong Advertiser [VIC] (6 February 1860), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article148788559 

James Rich Bunn [sic], of Lamplough, comedian. Causes of insolvency: Losses in his profession, and fear of arrest. Debts, L259 10s; assets, L29; deficiency, L230 10s. Mr Shaw, Official Assignee.

[Advertisement], The Argus [Melbourne, VIC] (15 February 1860), 2 supplement

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5677173 

IN the INSOLVENT ESTATE of JAMES RICHARD BUNN, of Lamplough, in the Colony of Victoria, Comedian . . .

"News and Notes", The Star [Ballarat, VIC] (26 July 1860), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article66057290 

The performances at the Charlie have undergone another metamorphosis. Last night a very liberal bill of fare was presented to the public, which was very diversified and attractive, and comprised some first class vocal and terpsichorean selections. The programme opened with an overture by the band, and was followed by a glee entitled the "Opening Day," which was effectively rendered by the company, and rapturously applauded by the audience. The company comprise some first class vocalists, among whom are the Misses Royal, Mr. Johnson, Mr. J. Bunn, and Mr. Morris . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Kate and Lizzie Royal (vocalists, actors); Jovial Johnson (vocalist, dancer, actor); Edgar Morris (vocalist, actor)

[Advertisement], The Star (27 July 1860), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article66057319 

CHARLIE NAPIER THEATRE . . . THIS EVENING, FRIDAY . . .
. . . Mr J. BUNN in New Descriptive Songs . . .

BURBANK, Otto N. (Oscar BURBANK; Otto N. BURBANK; BIRBANK)

Musician, minstrel serenader, delineator, dancer, member of Backus Minstrels (1855-56) and San Francisco Minstrels (1857-60)

Born New York, USA, 29 April 1829 (calculated from reported aged at death)
Married Elizabeth GORDON, Hamilton County, Ohio, USA, 25 November 1852 (divorced 1857)
Arrived (1) Sydney, NSW, 23 October 1855 (per Audobon, from San Francisco, 9 August, and Honolulu, 8 September)
Departed (1) Sydney, NSW, 7 April 1856 (per What Cheer, for San Francisco)
Arrived (2) Sydney, NSW, 15 November 1857 (per Jacatra, from San Francisco, 15 September)
Departed (2) Melbourne, VIC, 19 January 1861 (per Southampton, for London)
Died Peoria, Illinois, USA, 13 February 1882, aged "52 years 9 months 17 days"

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Otto+N+Burbank+1829-1882 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-B-5.php#BURBANK-Otto-N (shareable link to this entry)

Documentation:

Marriages, Hamilton County, State of Ohio, 1852; Ohio, county marriage records

https://www.ancestry.com.au/discoveryui-content/view/900634778:61378 (PAYWALL)

MARRIED on the 25 day of November A.D., 1852, Oscar Burbank and Elizabeth Gordon . . .

"SAN FRANCISCO THEATRE", Daily Alta California [San Francisco, CA, USA] (21 December 1853), 2

https://cdnc.ucr.edu/?a=d&d=DAC18531221.2.9 

Last evening, the performances were for thy benefit of Mr. Thompson, an actor of this theatre . . . Mr. Booth as Petruchio. This gentleman, possessing decided talent as an actor, is injuring himself seriously now, in the time when he might lay a foundation for future greatness as an actor, by his carelessness and haste. A number of dances and songs were given between the pieces; those most loudly applauded being a negro dance and banjo solo by Otto Burbank and George Coes . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Edwin Booth (actor), who, with Laura Keene (actor), visited Sydney, NSW, from 11 October to 1 December 1854)

[Advertisement], Sacramento Daily Union [CA, USA] (8 July 1854), 2

https://cdnc.ucr.edu/?a=d&d=SDU18540708.2.18.2 

SACRAMENTO THEATER . . . will be re-opened on SATURDAY EVENING, July 8th, by the celebrated
BACKUS MINSTRELS, who have just returned from the interior, having achieved one of the greatest triumphs ever known in the era of Ethiopian Minstrelsy.
The Theater being well adapted for their popular style of performance, they will introduce their
Burlesque Tragedies and Operas with grand scenic effect, under the direction of O. N. BURBANK . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Charles Backus (leader); Backus Minstrels (troupe)

[Advertisement], Daily Alta California (24 December 1854), 3

https://cdnc.ucr.edu/?a=d&d=DAC18541224.2.18.5 

SAN FRANCISCO HALL - WASHINGTON STREET, between Montgomery and Kearny. Musical Director - C. D. ABBOT. Stage Manager - O. N. BURBANK. GREAT COMBINATION OF TALENT! The renowned BACKUS MINSTRELS and the original CHRYSTY MINSTRELS have (agreeable to both parties) made arrangements to join the Bands together making it, without exception, the best and most talented Band of Ethiopian Minstrels in the world. OPEN EVERY EVENING IN THE WEEK . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Charles D. Abbott (musical director)

[Advertisement], Daily Alta California [San Francisco, USA] (1 August 1855), 3

https://cdnc.ucr.edu/?a=d&d=DAC18550801.2.16.6 

UNION THEATRE, BETWEEN 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. . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Sherwood Coan Campbell (member); William M. Barker (member); Jerry Bryant (member); Albert Morgan (member); William Alonzo Porter (member); Dorrel Fair Boley (member)

Australia (from 23 October 1855 to . . .):

"SHIPPING INTELLIGENCE", Empire [Sydney, NSW] (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, D. F. Boley, S. C. Campbell, Bryant, Porter, Morgan, Bryant, Burbank . . .

[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 [sic], Jerry Bryant, C. D. Abbott, A. Morgan, W. A. Porter, D. F. Boley, O. N. Burbank.
To conclude with JACK SHEPPARD.
J. G. GRIFFITHS, Stage Manager.

ASSOCIATIONS: John Gordon Griffiths (actor, manager); Royal Victoria Theatre (Sydney venue)

[Advertisement], Empire (31 October 1855), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article60167815 

ROYAL VICTORIA THEATRE. - Go This Evening and see the
Burlesque Chinaman of Backus
The beautiful ballad singing of Campbell
The solo singing of Backus
The Lucy Long, and Jig, of Burbank
The Banjo Solos of Boley, the Melophone, and Violin Solos of Abbot,
and the comic duets of Morgan and Bryant.

"THE BACKUS MINSTRELS" Empire (2 November 1855), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article60166088 

This inimitable band of performers continue to attract a crowded house nightly at the Victoria Theatre, and, judging from the applause bestowed, their entertainments appear to give infinite satisfaction to the public. The beautiful ballad singing of Barker and Campbell, the eccentricities of Backus in his burlesque Chinese, the violin solos of Abbott, the characteristic "[REDACTED]" dancing of Bryant and Burbank, and, above all, the ludicrous festival of "Old Bob Ridley," are each in themselves a positive treat, such as has rarely been provided. The programme, we understand, will be changed each week during the sojourn of the band in Sydney; previous to their departure it is to be hoped a night will be set apart exclusively for the juveniles, to whom the comic portion of the entertainment seems particularly pleasing, if we may judge by the peals of merry ringing laughter which has burst from the hundreds of little fellows who have been indulged with a visit to the theatre during the last four nights. The minstrels have announced their burlesque circus performance for this (Friday) evening.

[Advertisement], Empire (3 November 1855), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article60164029 

ROYAL VICTORIA THEATRE. - THIS EVENING, BURBANK in his inimitable RATTLESNAKE JIG, in which he challenges the World to produce his equal.

"ROYAL VICTORIA THEATRE", Empire (5 November 1855), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article60165179 

During the past week, the Backus minstrels have formed the principal attraction at the Victoria Theatre. By their ever-varying but constantly entertaining and amusing performances, they have night after night drawn crowded houses. The Backus minstrels possess talents of an order higher than might be inferred from the unpretending title by which they designate themselves. Their powers are remarkably versatile, and the resources they bring to bear in the entertainment of their audiences embrace excellent vocal and instrumental music, capital dancing, and most amusing pantomimic and burlesque stage performances. The interest of the house is never suffered to flag, and the audience is led irresistibly from the comic to the pathetic, from the sublime to the ridiculous, from the unaffectedly natural to the outrageously burlesque. To particularize any one member of this clever company would almost appear invidious; but we cannot help calling attention to the beautiful singing of Mr. S. C. Campbell, who possesses a voice of extraordinary compass and inflexibility [sic]; to the capital dancing of Jerry Bryant and Mr. O. N. Burbank; to the violin solos of Mr. C. D. Abbott, who is a performer of real ability; and to the burlesque acting of Mr. Backus, who is irresistibly comic, and in the piece called "Spirit rappings" drew tears of laughter from the audience. This latter gentleman, too, possesses a remarkable power of imitating by the voice the sounds of a musical instrument, and in particular is very happy in hitting off Miska Hauser's peculiar performances on the violin, giving his very tone and manner in a way not to be mistaken by any one who has seen and heard that gentleman. Mr. Campbell, too, possesses the same talent of imitation. On Friday and Saturday evenings a piece was produced by the minstrels under the title of the "Burlesque Circus," the effect of which must be seen to be understood. It consists in a ludicrous imitation of the pompous flourishes and pretentious preparations by which the conjurors and acrobats of the circus heighten the effect of their tricks and tours de force; and we should imagine it would scarcely be flattering to these gentlemen, as it tends to strip their performances of much of their effect by exposing their claptrap. The satire of the burlesque was keenly appreciated by the audience who evinced their enjoyment by continued bursts of laughter. The Backus Minstrels have deservedly gained a decided success . . .

"CLEARANCES", The Sydney Morning Herald (29 November 1855), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12976454 

November 28 - Wonga Wonga (s.), 650 tons. Captain R. G. Gilmore, for Melbourne.
Passengers . . . M. A. Morgan, W. A. Barker, D. F. Boley, C. D. Abbott, O. N. Burbank, C. Backus, J. V. Bryant, Jerry Bryant, S. C. Campbell, and 59 in the steerage.

[Advertisement], The Argus [Melbourne, VIC] (3 December 1855), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4824766 

COPPIN'S OLYMPIC. Free List suspended, except the Press.
First Appearance of the World-renowned BACKUS MINSTRELS.
Messrs. JERRY BRYANT, S. C. CAMPBELL, CHARLES BACKUS, C. D. ABBOTT, D. F. BOLEY,
W. M. BARKER, O. N. BURBANK, A. MORGAN, W. A. PORTER,
Who are engaged For a limited number of Nights.

ASSOCIATIONS: Coppin's Olympic (Melbourne venue)

"COPPIN'S OLYMPIC", The Argus (17 December 1855), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4826008 

Every seat in this theatre had its occupant on Saturday evenings fact which, had proof been required of the popularity of Mr. Coppin, for whose especial benefit the performances were on this occasion, would have most unequivocally attested it. Our reason for this remark is, that no ordinary amount of attraction would have provided such result in the face of the powerful competition which the last night of "Lucrezia Borgia" and of Miss Hayes's engagement at the Theatre Royal instituted, besides the circumstance of Saturday evening being notoriously unfavorable for a theatrical treasury, and the fact of there being a third theatre open at the same time. The entertainments commenced with the performance of the Backus Ethiopian corps whose vocal and saltatory efforts, sentimental and "funnimental," were intensity relished by the audience . . . Jerry Bryant, the Bones of the corps, is an immense treat . . .and he is also an excellent dancer, although in this respect he is excelled by Mr. Burbank, whose Rattlesnake Jig is one of the most wonderful "hits" of quick step that we have ever witnessed . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: George Coppin (actor, manager)

Names and descriptions of passengers per Black Swan, from Melbourne, 27 December 1855, for Launceston; Public Record Office Victoria

https://prov.vic.gov.au/archive/23671325-F7F0-11E9-AE98-0BAC758C5792?image=447 (DIGITISED)

Minstrels American // Mr. Backus / 28 // Mr. Boley / 30 // Mr. J. Bryant / 24 // Mr. N. Bryant / 28
Mr. Campbell / 30 // Mr. Burbank / 32 // Mr. Morgan / 34 / Mr. Barker / 31

"BACKUS MINSTRELS", The Courier [Hobart, TAS] (9 January 1856), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2496804 

Notwithstanding the humidity of the atmosphere last evening, and the intermittent showers of rain which fell about the hour of assembling, a numerous and fashionable audience attended the Theatre. The performances commanded universal approbation, and the applause was pretty fairly divided among every member of the corps; it would be hard to conceive whether the singing of Campbell and Barker, the eccentricities of J. Bryant and Backus, the tasteful accompaniments of N. Bryant, or the dancing of Burbank, were mostly admired. The Minstrels perform again this evening, concluding by the enactment of an Ethiopian version of Damon and Pythias, as received with unbounded satisfaction at Sydney.

ASSOCIATIONS: Royal Victoria Theatre (Hobart venue)

"ROYAL VICTORIA THEATRE. Complimentary Benefit to Mr. Watson", The Courier (31 January 1856), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2498053 

The Backus Minstrels gave a complimentary benefit to Mr. F. B. Watson, last evening, and notwithstanding the superior "draw" of Miss Hayes' concerts, which by the liberality of the tariffs are placed within the reach of the million, the theatre was pretty well attended . . . Miss Catherine Hayes was present, and appeared to be pleased with the efforts of the sable corps. At the conclusion of the eccentric extravaganza of Bob Ridley's Festival, Messrs. Burbank and Bryant were called before the curtain, and were honoured with several floral tributes to their genius . . . Mr. Burbank returned thanks on their behalf for the patronage they had received here, and stated that if their arrangements ever permitted their return, there was no part of the world they would more prefer than Hobart Town. (Cheers.) He also announced that the company would perform at Launceston on Friday evening next. We can confidently recommend this clever corps to the patronage of the inhabitants of Launceston. At the termination of the performances, the Minstrels and a few of their friends partook of a parting supper, laid out in the saloon, furnished by the lessee. They left Hobart Town en route to the north this morning.

ASSOCIATIONS: Feltham Bold Watson (actor, manager); Catherine Hayes (vocalist)

"THE BACKUS MINSTRELS", The People's Advocate or True Friend of Tasmania [Launceston, TAS] (11 February 1856), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article232751302 

These enlivening gentlemen were again and finally welcomed on Friday night, by a crowded and delighted house . . . At the close of the entertainment, Mr. Burbank returned thanks on behalf of the company, for the generous support they had received, and it was moat gratifying to them to be assured, by the applause which had been so liberally and kindly bestowed on their performances, that their endeavours to please had not been unsuccessful. Mr. Burbank retired amidst thunders of cheering voices. The band left for Geelong by the Clarence on Saturday, and most heartily we wish them success wherever they may go.

"THEATRE", Geelong Advertiser and Intelligencer [VIC] (16 February 1856), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article91865470 

The Backus Minstrels continue successful. Their style is certainly very superior to what is generally understood by "Ethiopian Serenading." - and the diversity introduced in their entertainments prevents anything like ennui during the performance. The Theatre Royal was nearly full last evening - and the applause of the house was unintermitted . . . Messrs. Campbell, Bryant, Boley and Backus, as the "Swiss Warblers," were excessively comic; as also were Burbank and Jerry Bryant in the "Challenge Dance" . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Theatre Royal (Geelong venue)

"COPPIN'S OLYMPIC", The Argus [Melbourne, VIC] (24 March 1856), 6

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4833830 

On Saturday evening the Backus Minstrels gave a final performance prior to leaving the colony for Sydney, en route to California. Although the weather was very unfavorable the attendance was more numerous than might have been expected under such untoward circumstances, proving the great popularity of these princes of [REDACTED] minstrelsy. The programme contained nothing but what we and probably most of the audience had heard before from the same troupe, but the laughter and applause with which the notable bits were received were as hearty as though they were then for the first time made known to the company. The drolleries of Backus, Jerry Bryant, and Porter, the fine vocalisation of Campbell, Barker, and Boley, the instrumental proficiency of Abbott and Neal Bryant, and the clever terpsichorean vagaries of Burbank, succeeded for three hours in enchaining the interest of the audience, with whom, indeed, the time passed quickly enough . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Neil Bryant (brother of Jerry, already in Australia, recently joined the troupe)

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald [NSW] (5 April 1856), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article28639799

ROYAL VICTORIA THEATRE.
Grand Complimentary Benefit and Last Appearance of the Backus Minstrels, upon which occasion the following talented artistes have kindly volunteered: - Messrs. Frank Moran, Foans, Brower, and Jame Kitts. Part first in white faces. The Minstrels will give the whole entertainment.
SATURDAY Evening, April 5th, Farewell Concert . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Frank Moran (would return to California with the troupe); James Milton Foans (serenader); Thomas Palmer Brower (serenader); James Edward Kitts (serenader)

"DEPARTURES", The Shipping Gazette and Sydney General Trade List (14 April 1856), 66

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article161107371 

April 7, - What Cheer, barque, 384 tons, Captain Baker, for San Francisco.
Passengers - Messrs. C. Backus, F. Moran, A. Morgan, W. M. Barker, O. N. Burbank, T. R. Morgan, S. A. Campbell, J. Bryant, Abbott, W. Bryant, Hyman . . .

California (1856-57)

[Advertisement], San Joaquin Republican [CA, USA] (25 July 1856), 2

https://cdnc.ucr.edu/?a=d&d=SRP18560725.2.7.3 

THE ORIGINAL BACKUS MINSTRELS, PIONEER COMPANY OF CALIFORNIA.
[Manicule] Consisting of the following well known and favorite Artists: -
CHAS. BACKUS, O. N. BURBANK, WM. BARKER, W. A. PORTER,
A. MORGAN, CHAS. D. ABBOTT, D. F. BROWER [sic], FRANK MORAN . . .

"DIVORCE CASE IN OREGON", Nevada Democrat (25 February 1857), 1

https://cdnc.ucr.edu/?a=d&d=NDN18570225 

On the 16th of January, a petition was presented to the Oregon Legislature, from Lizzie Burbank, (actress in Thoman's Theatrical Troupe,) praying for a divorce from her husband, who is now in California. On the following day a bill was Introduced in accordance with the petition.

[Advertisement], San Joaquin Republican (3 July 1857), 2

https://cdnc.ucr.edu/?a=d&d=SRP18570703.2.9.6 

STOCKTON THEATRE. FOR TWO NIGHTS ONLY. Friday and Saturday July 3 and 4.
BURBANK & MITCHELL'S ORIGINAL Ethiopian Serenaders . . .
under the direction of the TWO CHAMPION DANCERS . . . BURBANK & MITCHELL . . .
Whose names since 1842 have been the first on the bills of the best bands in the world.
It would be impossible to imagine that after 15 years' practice and devotion to their arduous profession they would, at this late day, connect with any thing that did not stand first in their business as performers and gentlemen.
Chas. B. Abbott, The prince of Violinists, whose enviable reputation at a leader of Minstrelsy, and whose name is spoken of in admiration for his musical talent, is connected with this star Troupe.
W. L. Murphy . . . R. B. Francis . . . J. C. Dramer . . . Mike Mitchell, The Champion Dancer . . .
O. N. Burbank, The unrivalled Reel and Jig Dancer, having had the honor of appearing before the people throughout the State with the Backus Minstrels, and now taking on active part in this, his own company, pledges himself to offer his patrons a programme of performances worth double the price of admission.
Each evening Burbank and Mitchell will contend for the championship in a Grand MATCH DANCE.
R. M. DORAN, General Agent . . .

"MARRIED", Trinity Journal [CA, USA] (8 August 1857), 2

https://cdnc.ucr.edu/?a=d&d=TJ18570808.2.8 

We notice by the last Oregon papers that Miss Lizzie Gordon, formerly the wife of O. N. Burbank, has recently married in that Territory. The name of the lucky (!) hombre is Charles P. Stewart. Lizzie has retired into private life, become a member of the Methodist church, and says that she will never leave the precincts of Oregon.

"RESUME OF SAN FRANCISCO NEWS . . . Sep. 10", Sacramento Daily Union [CA, USA] (11 September 1857), 2

https://cdnc.ucr.edu/?a=d&d=SDU18570911.2.12.2 

. . . Theatrical amusements are duller here at present than at any time since their inaugeration in California. The Minstrels only, are now playing, and they draw but indifferent houses. Mr. C. E. Bingham had a benefit last night at the American, but barely paid expenses. Two of the minstrel, Burbank and Demerest, leave for Australia to-morrow . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: George Washington Demerest (minstrel serenader)

Australia (2) (from 15 November 1857 to 19 January 1861):

"SHIPPING. ARRIVALS", The Sydney Morning Herald (16 November 1847), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13003056 

November 15 - Jacatra, ship, 348 tons, Captain McToldridge, from San Francisco 15th September.
Passengers - . . . Messrs. Blain, Burbank, Deverest, Knox, and 29 in the steerage. Montefiore, Graham, and Co., agents.

"SHIPS MAILS", Empire [Sydney, NSW] (16 November 1857), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article60264680 

The Jacatra, from San Francisco, during a strong southerly squall on Friday last, carried away her crossjack-yard, main topmost staysail, and head sails. We are indebted to Mr. O. N. Burbank, for complete files of various San Francisco papers.

"SAN FRANCISCO MINSTRELS, ROYAL HOTEL", The Sydney Morning Herald (1 December 1857), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article28633668 

This troupe of serenaders commenced their novel entertainment on Wednesday evening, to a tolerably numerous audience. Their performances were successful, and drew forth loud applause. In the first division of the programme, (consisting of three parts), the song "We are coming, Mary," by D. F. Boley, and a sentimental composition, entitled "Lilly Bell," formed a pleasing contrast to the ludicrous melodies so characteristically given by Messrs. O. N. Burbank, J. M. Foans, and Carson. This latter gentleman received the first encore of the evening, in a new [REDACTED] song called "Wasn't that a pull back." The novelty of the entertainment was in the second part of the programme, which introduced Mr. G. W. Demerest, whose imitation of Fanny Elsler forms an important feature in the terpsichorean divertisement. Although a burlesque, it is replete with interest. Mr. Burbank, late of the Bacchus Minstrels, gave his well-known Rattlesnake Jig, and with Mr. Demerest danced the Drum Polka. In the comic song of "The Blue Tail Fly," Mr. Dave Carson is worthy of notice for his clever imitation of the teasing insect, with its bold humming sound. The melange terminated with a scene depicting a plantation festival. The minstrels have taken the Lyceum, in York-street.

ASSOCIATIONS: Dorrel Fair Boley (serenader); James Milton Foans (serenader); Dave Carson (serenader); San Francisco Serenaders (troupe); Royal Hotel (Sydney venue)

"ARRIVED", The Argus [Melbourne, VIC] (4 February 1858), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article7146061 

February 3. - London, A.S.N. s.s., 500 tons, W. Cottier, from Sydney 31st ult.
Passengers - cabin . . . Cittenden [sic], Florence . . . Burbank, Carson, Boley . . . and 33 in the steerage. W. P. White and Co., agents.

ASSOCIATIONS: George Chittenden junior (musician, serenader); J. Florence (serenader)

"THE SAN FRANCISCO MINSTRELS", The Tasmanian Daily News [Hobart Town, TAS] (9 March 1858), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article199792489 

Last evening these minstrels gave their opening concert to a small audience in the boxes, but a very fair one in the other parts of the house. We regret that there were not more present, as the performances elicited universal applause. In some respects ther were the best set of minstrels which has hitherto visited our shores . . . . We have seen ballet dancers on the boards of the Victoria Theatre whose movements were not marked by even so much lightness and elegance as Mr. Burbank's . . .

"THE SAN FRANCISCO MINSTRELS", The Tasmanian Daily News [Hobart Town, TAS] (10 March 1858), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article199791650 

These very amusing performers gave their second entertainment last evening, at the Theatre Royal . . . In the second part a dance by Mr. Burbank, "Nip up de doodle dum," was irresistibly ludicrous, and received rapturous applause . . . In this part Messrs. Demerest and Burbank enacted the parts of master and pupil in a dancing lesson, the latter, assuming, the character of a French dancing master, whilst the former, dressed as a lady, was his pupil . . . Mr. Burbank's "rattlesnake jig" is the most wonderful performance of the sort we ever witnessed, and must be seen to be appreciated . . .

"SHAMROCK THEATRE", Bendigo Advertiser [VIC] (6 November 1858), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article87984709 

The San Francisco Minstrels at the Shamrock Theatre were visited last night by a very numerous audience. A fresh feature was introduced into their entertainment in the shape of a very amusing illustration of the mysteries of "Spirit Rapping," which although not so scientifically explained as Mr. Bushell's, was much more laughable. Mr. Burbank, also, delivered a very humorous phrenological lecture, his subject being - "Bones," - whose peculiar comicalities while having his "bumps" explained, combined with the mock scientific lecture of the professor, elicited the most uproarious laughter. The concert included some pretty ballads, sung by Mr. Conna, and the duett of "I Know a Bank," on two cornopeans, by the Brothers Kohler, well merited the encores which it received.

ASSOCIATIONS: F. W. Conna (serenader, vocalist, actor); Richard and John Kohler (musicians); Shamrock Theatre (Bendigo venue)

"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 permission 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 . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: William Heffernan (proprietor of the Shamrock); Johnny Burgess (dancer)

"THE SHAMROCK THEATRE", Bendigo Advertiser (2 May 1859), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article87988785 

It is not the slightest exaggeration to assert that this place of amusement is the most favorite resort of an evening of the people of Sandhurst. The entertainments are so varied and so excellent that it would be impossible that it could be otherwise . . . It is unnecessary to speak of the performance of the well known San Francisco Minstrels. Considering the length of time their engagement has lasted, and the unflagging interest still nightly manifested in their superior performances, it must be admitted that no company of Ethiopian Minstrels have ever met with anything like similar success to them either in Sandhurst or any other town in the colony . . . The second part was an inimitable performance, and it is only necessary to mention the names of Burbank, Harry Sharp, Burgess, Demerest, and Chambers as the principal performers in song and dance to carry conviction to the minds of every one cognizant of the accomplishments of these artistes, that it was a treat of the rarest kind . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Joseph Chambers junior (dancer); Harry Sharp (musician, banjo player)

"AMUSEMENTS", Bendigo Advertiser (15 September 1859), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article87992161 

. . . The Shamrock is still as much frequented of an evening as ever. The engagement of Miss Kate Warde, Mrs. Chapman, and Messrs. Vinson and Chapman, a portion of the late Haymarket Company, has met with the most decided success. The engagement of Mr. Backus, a clever negro actor, Miss Backus, a vocalist of some pretensions, and Master Backus, a juvenile Ethiopian, in addition to the old established corps, consisting of the Worrel Family, the Brothers Chambers, Burbank, and the humorous Irish character singer, Wilson . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Kate Warde (actor, vocalist); James Hetters Vinson (actor); Julia Backus and son (vocalists); Worrell family (entertainers); Thomas Wilson (Irish vocalist)

"AMUSEMENTS", Bendigo Advertiser (3 October 1859), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article87992564 

On Saturday night, to a crowded house, a very excellent entertainment was afforded by the management. The first portion of the entertainment was a concert by the Minstrels Backus, Chittenden, Boley and Burgess, the two latter of whom have been re-engaged . . . We hear that Burbank and Carson (of the capacious mouth) will make their re-appearance amongst the minstrels to-night, when we may expect a fund of amusement from this really clever corps of sable harmonists.

[Advertisement], Bendigo Advertiser (5 October 1859), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article87992615 

HAYMARKET THEATRE. Under the Management of Messrs. Heffernan and Crowley.
Pit, 6d; Boxes, 1s; Stalls, 2s. IMMENSE SUCCESS Of the Largest and most Talented Company in the Colonies.
THIS EVENING, WEDNESDAY, 5th OCT.,
The Laughable Farce of the MOUSTACHE MOVEMENT.
Pas Seul - Madame Strebinger.
Comic Irish Duets, Julia Backus and Mr. Wilson.
Grand Sword Dance, Professor Anderson.
Favorite Dances, the Miss Worrells.
ETHIOPIAN ENTERTAINMENT,
By Boley, Dave Carson, Burgess, Backus, Burbank, Chittenden, and Company.

ASSOCIATIONS: Therese Strebinger (dancer); John Henry Anderson (magician); Haymarket Theatre (Bendigo venue)

"THE SAN FRANCISCO MINSTRELS", Bendigo Advertiser (14 April 1860), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article87943050 

We have to call the attention of the public to the announcement in another portion of our columns that this corps of sable melodists will make their final appearance on Bendigo, to-night, at the Lyceum Theatre. Since their first appearance at the Shamrock, now nearly two years ago, there have been few companies of public performers who have earned such a reputation for their humorous and numerous talents of singing, dancing, and burlesque performances, as this troupe. Each and all of them have made themselves favourites with the public, and whether it he the genuinely comic humor of Carson, the inimitable dancing of Burbank, the banjo playing and singing of Boley, the talent of Chittenden as a violinist, or the clever travestied ballet dancing of Demerest, the San Francisco Minstrels will be for a long time favourably remembered, and their absence regretted . . . We hear that the Minstrels intend proceeding to Adelaide, thence to Sydney, from which place they will probably proceed on a visit to India.

"CHARITY", Bendigo Advertiser (17 April 1860), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article87943105 

Yesterday a poor lame Chinaman was working his way along Pall Mall, and his evident suffering attracted the attention of some passers by, and a party - Mr. Burbank, we believe having originated the idea of a subscription, 15s. was gathered in a few minutes, and a cab chartered to convey the unfortunate Mongolian to Back Creek, where he was bound, the cab hire paid, and the balance handed over to the astonished Pagan, who seemed perfectly astounded at this unexpected Christian kindness.

"SHIPPING NEWS . . . ARRIVED", The South Australian Advertiser [Adelaide, SA] (25 April 1860), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article1204612 

Tuesday, April 24 - Havilah, steamer, 330 tons, McFie, master, from Melbourne . . .
Passengers . . . Mr. O. N. Burbank, T. P. Brower, G. W. Demerest, D. Carson (the San Francisco Minstrels), in the cabin . . .

"THE VICTORIA THEATRE", The South Australian Advertiser (17 May 1860), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article1205328 

On Wednesday evening the San Francisco Minstrels performed before an unusually fashionable audience . . . We can only reiterate our previously expressed opinion of this very talented Company. The choruses were excellent, the beautiful solos of Mr. Boley received marked admiration, the comicalities of Mr. Carson drew down screams of laughter, the dancing of Messrs. Burkank and Demarest was loudly applauded, and all the Company executed their parts with more than usual success . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Royal Victoria Theatre (Adelaide venue)

"SAN FRANCISCO MINSTRELS", South Australian Register (30 May 1860), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article49892561 

The performances at the Theatre last night, being for the benefit of Messrs. Burbank and Demerest, a first-rate entertainment was promised, and the promise was fully realized. The friends and admirers of the above actors assembled in considerable force, and a full house was the result. Some very superior music, selected from the opera of Il Trovatore, prefaced the acting; but the peculiarly discordant influence of the Juvenile portion of the theatrical divinities considerably spoiled the enjoyment of it. When the evenings entertainment fairly commenced amusement and laughter set in, and continued with scarcely any intermission to the last fall of the curtain. In the first part the "Old Dog Tray" was rendered with great skill and feeling; nor could anyone of the [REDACTED] songs be said to be other than a great success. In the second part Demerest on the trapeze and in the perche act, assisted by Mr. Samuel Holmes, quite astonished the audience with his graceful attitudes and perilous positions, eliciting frequent and enthusiastic applause. The Rattlesnake Jig was beautifully danced by Burbank, while Boley and Carson were exquisitely comic in the duet they performed. The last part of the entertainment - "The Masquerade Ball, or the Ticket-Taker Outdone" - went off rather flatly compared with the preceding performances; perhaps because the audience was thoroughly sated with fun. It had, however, some excellent points about it. The whole entertainment may be safely prescribed to the community as a harmless and inexpensive cure for ennui; but with caution lest there should be a disposition too frequently to repeat the dose, and with a further reminder that the dispensary will shortly be closed. The benefit of Boley and Brower is to take place on Thursday next.

"SHIPPING. ARRIVALS. AUGUST 4", The Sydney Morning Herald [NSW] (6 August 1860), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13043958 

Wonga Wonga (s.), 700 tons, Captain Walker, from Melbourne 2nd instant.
Passengers . . . Dave Carson . . . Brower, Chittendale, Boley . . .Burbank . . . 49 in the steerage . . .

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (7 August 1860), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13044016 

PRINCE OF WALES THEATRE. Manager and Lessee, Mr. SAMUEL COLVILLE . . .
WEDNESDAY EVENING [8 August] First night of the limited engagement at very great expense of the far-famed
SAN FRANCISCO MINSTRELS, and ETHIOPIAN OPERA COMPANY, principally composed of the late BACKUS MINSTRELS,
amongst whom will be found the following well-known artistes:
Mr. O. W. Burbank [sic], Mr. D. F. Boley, G. W. Demerest, Dave Carson,
G. Chittenden, T. P. Brower, J. O. Pierce, C. Walsh . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: John Ottis Pierce (serenader); Charles Walsh (vocalist); Samuel Colville (theatre proprietor); Prince of Wales Theatre (Sydney venue)

"THE OPERA", Empire [Sydney, NSW] (8 August 1860), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article60414577 

After a short interregnum, we are again to be favoured with operatic performances at our principal temple of art. This time, however, Mauresque (alia, "[REDACTED]") music taken the place of Italian - burlesque that of tragedy. Instead of Bianchi and troupe, we have Burbank, Pierce, and Company, under the denomination of the "San Francisco Minstrels, and Ethiopian Opera Company," who commence their entertainments this evening. Several of the party are known here as having belonged to the "Backus Minstrels" . . .

[Advertisement], Bell's Life in Sydney and Sporting Reviewer (25 August 1860), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article59873259 

The Terpsichorean Challenge. O. N. BURBANK (of the San Francisco Minstrels)
is open to dance against any individual, professional or otherwise,
in "Jigs" and " Break-downs," or either, for £50 aside.
Any communication addressed either to Mr. Burbank, at the Prince of Wales Theatre,
or to the Proprietors of this Journal, will receive immediate attention.

"PRINCE OF WALES THEATRE", Empire [Sydney, NSW] (27 August 1860), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article60497039 

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-doo-dendom," 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 . . .

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (27 August 1860), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13044948 

MONDAY EVENING, August 27, being the 19th appearance of the
SAN FRANCISCO MINSTRELS, who will appear after the first and second parts of their entertainments,
in which there is an entire change of pro- gramme, will appear in the
tragical, operatical, farcical, highly affecting burlesque upon Burlesques (which has and most been some time in rehearsal) of
LUCREZIA BORGIA; or, at Home and All Abroad, produced with entirely new scenery, by Herr Habbe;
vocal music by the San Francisco Minstrels; instrumental, Frank Howson, junior;
wonderfully correct costumes, by a celebrated antiquarian, the whole under the immediate direction of Mr. Alexander Fitzgerald.
CAST OF CHARACTERS.
Lucrezia Borgia, Signora Charles Walsh.
Johnny Raw (better known as Gennars), Signor Dave Carson.
Gabetta (general commission agent, specially retained by Lucrezia), Signor O. W. Burbank.
Rustighello (apparently Prime Minister, (but certainly flrtst robber), Signor D. F. Boley.
Other characters by the company . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Alexander Christian Haabe (scenic artist); Frank Alfred Howson (musician); Alexander Fitzgerald (actor, manager)

"SHIPPING INTELLIGENCE . . . ARRIVED", The Argus [Melbourne, VIC] (12 September 1860), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5689647 

SEPTEMBER 11 . . . Wonga Wonga, A.S.N. Company's s.s.s., 444 tons, David Walker, from Sydney 8th inst. Passengers - saloon . . . Burbank, Carson, Boley, Demerest, Bower, Chillender [sic, Chittenden], Walsh, Pierce; and 57 in the steerage.

"PRINCE OF WALES THEATRE", Bell's Life in Victoria and Sporting Chronicle [Melbourne, VIC] (22 September 1860), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article201377161 

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 saw 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.

ASSOCIATIONS: Prince of Wales Theatre (Melbourne venue)

"PRINCE OF WALES THEATRE", Bell's Life in Victoria and Sporting Chronicle (20 October 1860), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article201374270 

The San Francisco Minstrels concluded their engagement on Saturday very successfully. There would seem to have been some little disagreement in the camp, commencing with the retirement of Mr. O. Burbank, or otherwise we cannot account for their so abruptly quitting the scene of their triumphs . . .

[Advertisement], The Star [Ballarat, VIC] (30 October 1860), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article66059128 

CHARLIE NAPIER THEATRE. LESSEES - SAN FRANCISCO MINSTRELS.
The San Francisco Minstrels and Sable Operatic Troupe.
Last night but four. Houses crowded nightly.
THIS EVENING, TUESDAY, Will be produced for the first time the opera of OH! HUSH! ETHIOPIANIZED.
Signora Don in her Great Waltz.
GRAND CHALLENGE DANCE Between Burbank and Carson.
NEW SONGS, BURLESQUES EXTRAVAGANZAS.
Pit One Shilling.

ASSOCIATIONS: Charlie Napier Theatre (Ballarat venue)

[Advertisement], The Age (14 December 1860), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article154884934 

PRINCE OF WALES THEATRE. SAN FRANCISCO MINSTRELS. Last Night but One.
This (Friday) Evening, GREAT CHALLENGE DANCE, For £50, Between Mr. J. BURGESS, from London, and Mr. O. N. BURBANK (San Francisco Minstrels.)
To-morrow Evening, the 16th [sic, 15th], Positively Last Appearance of this Inimitable Troupe.

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

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article201372108 

Dave Carson and Otto Burbank, of the San Francisco Minstrels, intend shortly leaving Victoria for London.

ASSOCIATIONS: Carson did not embark for London as announced, but for Calcutta later in the year

Names and descriptions of passengers per Southampton, from Melbourne, 19 January 1861, for London; Public Record Office Victoria

https://prov.vic.gov.au/archive/238EBF82-F7F0-11E9-AE98-5D7353244C83?image=138 (DIGITISED)

. . . N. Burbank / 31 . . .

After Australia:

[Advertisement], The Era [London, England] (13 October 1861), 8

https://www.britishnewspaperarchive.co.uk/viewer/bl/0000053/18611013/018/0008 (PAYWALL)

WILTON'S NEW MUSIC HALL, WELLCLOSE-SQUARE, LEMAN-STREET, WHITECHAPEL. -
The Best Entertainment in London. - The following popular Vocalists appear every evening, viz.:
. . . . Immense success of Oscar Birbank [sic], the Mackney of Australia, assisted by Messrs. Warden and Collins.
Great excitement caused every evening by the youthful Blondin, Mister Alfred Corelli.
First appearance in England of the celebrated Comic Duet Vocalists, Mr. Newman and Miss Mortimer, from Australia.
Pianist, Mr. Saqui; Leader, Mr. S. Tute.

ASSOCIATIONS: George Newman and wife (Miss Mortimer) (vocalists)

"THE LONDON MUSIC HALLS. WILTON'S", The Era (27 October 1861), 5

https://www.britishnewspaperarchive.co.uk/viewer/bl/0000053/18611027/008/0005 (PAYWALL)

The Eastern evening amusement-seekers night after night crowd this spacious Hall, and give ample proof that the entertainments gratify them to the full. In addition to former attractions, Mr. Wilton has produced a new feature in Miss Mortimer and Mr. Newman, who are designated "The Great Australian Duet Vocalists." Whether from Australia or not, is "neither here nor there." It is enough to know that they execute some charming melodies, marked by decided taste, and productive of very great effect . . . the famous Oscar Birbank [sic], aided by Messrs. Warden and Collins, create quite a furore in their [REDACTED] business . . .

Great register, San Francisco County, 1866; California State Library, Great registers, 4-2A

https://www.ancestry.com.au/discoveryui-content/view/6077834:2221 (PAYWALL)

Burbank, Oscar / [age] 40 [sic] / [born] New York / Minstrel / 834 Vellejo / [date of registration] June 18 [1866]

"THE CHRISTY MINSTRELS", The Newcastle Chronicle and Hunter River District News [NSW] (12 May 1866), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article128921661 

This well-known troupe of minstrels have again made their appearance in Newcastle and performed at the Assembly Room on Thursday evening for the first time. Since their last visit to Newcastle they have journeyed through nearly the whole of New Zealand. We notice several additions to their numbers - two of them rejoicing in the soubriquet of Kohler and Peel . . . The step-dancing of Mr. Peel drew from the audience evident signs of satisfaction and delight . . . The following is from the San Francisco Spirit of the Times on the dance for the champion belt: "The great match danced between Otto Burbank and Tommy Peel was decided at Maguire's opera house in favor of the latter. The judges, seven in number, were selected from the audience, and unanimously decided in favor of Peel. When danced on the Thursday previous a decision could not be arrived at, and hence the repetition of the dance on Saturday night, November 13, 1864 . . .

[News], The Age [Melbourne, VIC] (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 appear 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 . . .

Register of deaths, 1882, Peoria, Illinois, USA; Peoria County Courthouse, County Deaths, 1878-1915

https://www.ancestry.com.au/discoveryui-content/view/1728:62368 (PAYWALL)

No. 177 / [date of report / July 6 / Otto N. Burbank / [aged] 52 years 9 months 17 days / Actor / [Died] Feb'y 15 '82 / Married / American / 517 Fourth St. / Consumption

"Figaro", The Lorgnette (13 June 1882), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article208584124 

The death from quick consumption is announced of Mr. Otto Burbank, the well-known negro minstrel, who visited this colony with the Backus Minstrels, opening in Melbourne at Coppin's Olympic Theatre on the 3rd of December, 1855. Early in 1861 he left Australia for London and shortly after returned to his native country, America. He died at Peoria, Illinois, on the 18th [sic] of February last, after an illness of a few weeks.

Musical resources:

Burbank's rattlesnake jig, Traditional tune archive

https://tunearch.org/wiki/Burbank's_Rattlesnake_Jig 

https://tunearch.org/wiki/Annotation:Burbank's_Rattlesnake_Jig 

Bibliography and resources:

"MUMMER MEMOIRS. MR. HARRY DANIELS, AN OLD-TIME MINSTRELSY - THE BACKUS TROUPE . . . No. 36 (By 'Hayseed')", Sydney Sportsman (23 September 1908), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article166740007 

. . . Mr. Harry Daniels says: - "Old-time Minstrelsy. - I will endeavor to give you a few of my early impressions and reminiscences! First and foremost it was about 1856 that Harry Lyons and myself sat in a dress-circle seat, the old style of bench, in the old Victoria Theatre, in Pitt-street, Sydney, witnessing the clever performances of the 'Backus Minstrels.' Never shall I forget what a grand display when the curtain rose on those artistes - Messrs. Charles Backus, Sher Campbell, D. F. Boley, Brower, Dan and Jerry Bryant, Bill Porter, Otto Burbank, Demerest (a wench dancer), and other names which I have forgotten, all, even under the burnt cork, handsome men. Yes, handsome men! No 'silk stockings' . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: "Hayseed" = Joseph Michael Forde (journalist); Harry Daniels (actor, memoirist); Harry Lyons (actor)

Edward Le Roy Rice, Monarchs of minstrelsy, from "Daddy" Rice to date (New York: Kenny Publishing Company, 1911), 72

https://archive.org/stream/monarchsminstre00ricegoog#page/n97/mode/2up (DIGITISED)

Otto Burbank was one of the best jig dancers in the early minstrel days, likewise a good comedian. He was prominently identified with some of the best minstrel organizations, notably Collins' "Christy" Minstrels, in London, England, in 1862. He died at Peoria, Ill., February 13, 1882.

ASSOCIATIONS: Edward Le Roy Rice (memoirist); W. P. Collins (minstrel), came to Australia with the Smith, Brown, and Collins Original Christy's Minstrels (troupe)

BURDON, George (George BURDON)

Musician, itinerant musician, band musician, vagrant, convict

Born London, England, c. 1816
Convicted Exeter, Devon, England, 23 February 1836 (7 years transportation)
Arrived Hobart Town, VDL (TAS), 16 July 1837 (convict per Blenheim, from Woolwich, aged "21")
Arrived Melbourne, VIC, by late 1850

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=George+Burdon+convict+Blenheim+1837 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-B-5.php#BURDON-George (shareable link to this entry)

ASSOCIATIONS: Itinerant musicians (general)

Documentation:

"DEVON COUNTY SESSIONS", Exeter and Plymouth Gazette [Devon, England] (27 February 1836), 3

https://www.britishnewspaperarchive.co.uk/viewer/bl/0000267/18360227/011/0003 (PAYWALL)

. . . Christopher Foster, George Burdon, and Thomas Brook, to be transported 7 years . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Christopher Foster (fellow convict per Blenheim)

George Burdon, convict record; Tasmanian names index; NAME_INDEXES:1377292; CON31/1/3; CON27/1/7

https://stors.tas.gov.au/NI/1377292 

https://stors.tas.gov.au/CON31-1-3$init=CON31-1-3p156 (DIGITISED)

2628 / Burdon George / Benheim 16th July 1837 / Devon/Exeter/QS 23rd Feb'y 1836. 7 [years] . . .
T. of L. 16. 12. '42 / Free Certificate no. 198 1843

https://stors.tas.gov.au/CON27-1-7$init=CON27-1-7P34 (DIGITISED)

2628 / Burden George / 5 feet 2 1/2 inches / [age] 21 / Labourer & Carter / [tried] Devon / 7 [years] / [native place] London / [appropriated] Mr. Costello, Vet[erans] Row

"GAZETTE. GOVERNMENT NOTICE, No. 25", The Courier [Hobart, VDL (TAS)] (3 February 1843), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2953204 

Colonial Secretary's Office, 25th January, 1843.
The periods for which the under-mentioned persons were transported expiring at the date placed after their respective names, Certificates of their Freedom may be obtained then . . .
Blenheim - George Burdon, 23rd February; Christopher Forster, alias Richard Guy, 23rd do . . .

"THE VAGRANT ACT", The Argus [Melbourne, VIC] (12 December 1850), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4769715

Mr. Moor presided at the Police Court on Monday [9 December], and two or three cases under the Vagrant Act were brought before him. The first case was that of George Burdon, who was charged by Mr. Chief Constable Bloomfield with being a vagrant, having been fourteen days in Melbourne without having any other visible means of subsistence than that of going about from one public house to another playing "music" and asking alms. The defendant arrived from Van Diemen's Land in company with four others of the same stamp, who figured at the Collingwood election as "a band of musicians." When called upon to state how he obtained a living, Burdon said he brought about eight pounds with him from Van Diemen's Land, and that he had still three pounds left, that he was not aware that it was contrary to the law to play in public-houses; that he had been a fish hawker in Van Diemen's Land for ten years, and could produce many persons of respectability in Melbourne, who had known him in Launceston and Hobart Town; that he intended to follow the business of fish-hawker in Melbourne, and that he expected his brother, wife and family from Van Diemen's Land, with boats, masts, &c.
Mr. Moor said he observed the man was described in the watch-house list as an "expiree," and he should like to know how the watch-house keeper had arrived at that conclusion.
The watch-house keeper was consequently sent for, and said that, although he had not asked the man any question upon the subject, he had no doubt whatever that he was an expiree, nor indeed could any man with the slightest experience of such characters be mistaken.
Mr. Moor considered the watch-house keeper ought not to have put the man down as an expiree upon merely his own conclusions, and that however little doubt there might be on the subject, he ought at least to have asked the question, or ascertained the facts before having prejudiced the accused party by merely assuming that he was an expiree.
The man admitted readily that he was an expiree; that he hoped he should be allowed another chance; that he intended to go to work and get an honest living.
Mr. Moor then pointed out to him the third section of the Vagrant Act, which requires that persons having been prisoners in Van Diemen's Land should register their names within a week at most after their arrival here.
The man said he would register himself at once, but the fact is that not a single register has been made since the Act was passed, and there is no book kept for the purpose, so lightly have the provisions of the Act been thought of.
Mr. Moor said people talked a great deal about convictism from Van Diemen's Land, but if the Act were enforced he thought it would in great measure put a stop to it.
Mr. John Stephen said the Act had been disallowed.
Mr. Moor replied that no official intimation of that assertion had been received, and until the Act had been officially disallowed it remained the law of the land.
- The bench allowed the man "another chance."
Another man named Charles Fletcher, one of the same sort as Burdon, was also charged with being a vagrant He admitted that music was his "profession," and that he had been brought up in it from infancy.
He was cautioned in the same way as his friend had been, and discharged upon a distinct promise that he would eschew music for the rest of his life.
There are several others of the same gang still at large who will be apprehended if they remain in town.

ASSOCIATIONS: Charles Fletcher (itinerant musician, vagrant, ex-convict)

"ENCOURAGEMENT OF MUSICAL TALENT", The Melbourne Daily News (12 December 1850), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article226518020 

George Burdon, an itinerant musician, who, with three others of the same genus, recently arrived from Van Diemen's Land, was on Monday brought before the police court under the vagrant act. The Chief Constable for the city stated, that on the day upon which the election for Fitzroy Ward was held the defendant with his companions came up to him and solicited some acknowledgement for their display of musical talent. The Chief Constable told him that be was acting improperly, and that if he persisted in going about with his band, and soliciting contributions, he would certainly bring him up under the vagrant act. Burdon, however, expressed his intention of setting the authorities at defiance. Several witnesses were brought forward to shew the part which Burdon had taken in the musical entertainment, and that he had solicited contributions. In answer to questions from Mr. Moor, Burdon stated that he had been here only a few days, that he had brought eight pounds in cash with him, three of which he had left, and that he was not aware he was acting illegally in going about with musical instruments; he added that he had come here with the intention of following the avocation of a fisherman, in which pursuit he had been engaged for nearly twenty years "on the other side." He was discharged with a caution -
Charles Fletcher, another of the band, said that he had been brought up to music all his life and had just come over from V. D. Land in the hope of getting some situation in his line. He was recommended to give up music and take to some other means of obtaining a livelihood, and haying promised to take the hint he was discharged.

BURFORD, Charles Henry (Charles Henry BURFORD; C. H. BURFORD; Mr. BURFORD)

Actor, vocalist, manager

Born London, England, 3 December 1827; baptised St. Pancras, 15 June 1828; son of Charles Reeks BURFORD (1803-1845) and Rachel MONK
Married [1] Louisa ?, by 1850
Arrived Melbourne, VIC, 7 July 1853 (per Albemarle, from London, 12 March, aged "25")
Married [2] Catherine GETTINS / GETTEN (d. 1903), VIC, 1854
Died Sydney, NSW, 8 October 1899

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Charles+Henry+Burford+1827-1899 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

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BURFORD, Carrie (Kate BURFORD; Catherine BURFORD; Miss Carry BURFORD; Miss Carrie BURFORD; Miss Kate BURFORD)

Actor, vocalist

Born Melbourne, VIC, 1855; daughter of Charles Henry BURFORD and Catherine GETTEN (3439/1855, "Kate")
? Died Sydney, NSW, 15 May 1881 (no death certificate recorded)

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Catherine+Burford+b1855 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

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Documentation:

Baptisms solemnized in the parish of Saint Pancras in the county of Middlesex in the year [1828]; register 1826-28, page 475; London Metropolitan Archives, P90/PAN1/015

https://www.ancestry.com.au/discoveryui-content/view/1847409:1558 (PAYWALL)

No. 869 / [1828 June] 15 / Charles Henry [son of] Charles Reeks & Rachel / Burford / Upper Charlotte St. / Artist / . . . [Born] 3. Dec. 1827

ASSOCIATIONS: At various times Charles Reeks Burford gave his trade as paperhanger, painter, house decorator, and builder; and see:

https://discovery.nationalarchives.gov.uk/details/r/D93350 

England census, 30 March 1851, St. Margaret, Westminster, Middlesex; UK National Archives, HO107/1480/374/21

https://www.ancestry.com.au/discoveryui-content/view/49712:8860 (PAYWALL)

29 York St / Charles H. Burford / Head / Mar. / 23 / Theatrical / [born] Midd'x St. Pancras
Lousia L. [Burford] / Wife / Mar. / 30 / - / [born] hants. Isle of Wight
Maria L. [Burford] / Daur. / - / 7 months [?] / - / [born] Midd'x Westm'r

ASSOCIATIONS: Maria Louise Burford was buried at St. Margaret's, Westminster, on 28 September 1851, aged 9 months

Names and descriptions of passengers per Albemarle from London, 12 March 1853, for Melbourne; Public Record Office Victoria

https://prov.vic.gov.au/archive/3403A91B-F96C-11E9-AE98-1F36C9268AB1?image=316 (PAYWALL)

. . . Burford Charles Henry / 25 / Builder / English . . .

[Advertisement], The Argus [Melbourne, VIC] (21 June 1854), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4794122 

QUEEN'S THEATRE. - Wednesday Evening, June 21st, 1854. Mr. Charles's Benefit.
The Rebel Chief, a variety of Entertainments, and Mr. and Mrs. Peter White,
Principal characters by Messrs. Young, and Hydes; Messrs. Young, Hydes, Burford, and Charles. Vivat Regina.

ASSOCIATIONS: Charles Young (actor); John Proctor Hydes (actor); Queen's Theatre (Melbourne venue)

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald [NSW] (25 July 1859), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13028239 

PRELIMINARY ANNOUNCEMENT. The AUSTRALIAN DRAMATIC and MUSICAL ASSOCIATION.
President, - Mr. Henry Edwards. Treasurer, - Mr. Charles Jones, Secretary, - Mr. Frank Varley.
COMMITTEE. Mr. H. Burford; Mr. H. Twight; R. Stewart; F. Sharp; A. Usher; C. Jones; G. Morton; F. Varley.
OBJECTS OF THE ABOVE SOCIETY.
Firstly, - The advancement of the Dramatic and Musical Professions, especially with regard to their position as branches of the liberal arts.
Secondly, - The maintenance of a system of correspondence as far as practicable, with the theatres of the Australian Colonies, so as to enable the society to gain every information affecting the interests of members of the profession.
Thirdly, - The provision of funds for the relief of members of the Association when out of employment, together with an ulterior view to the establishment of a benefit fund based on the principles of similar institutions existing in England.
Fourthly. - For the promotion of a better feeling of brotherhood among the members of the profession, and the free and unbiassed discussion of all interests affecting the same.
FRANK VARLEY, honorary secretary. All inquiries and communications to be addressed to the Secretary, Prince of Wales Theatre.
N.B. A special MEETING of the Committee, on TUESDAY, the 26th instant, at three o'clock precisely.

ASSOCIATIONS: Harry Edwards (member); Charles Edward Jones (member); Frank Varley (member); Henry Twight (member); Richard Stewart (member); Frederick Sharp (member); Alfred Usher (member); Australian Musical and Dramatic Association (association)

"THEATRICALS. PRINCE OF WALES", Bell's Life in Sydney and Sporting Reviewer [NSW] (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
Oer 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 lovod 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!
The exertions of Messrs. J. R. Clarke and H. N. Montague, the Treasurer and Secretary to the Lavenu Committee, in promotion of this benevolent movement, are beyond all praise, and the gratification derived from its results will, doubtless, amply repay their "labor of love".

ASSOCIATIONS: Lewis Henry Lavenu (musician, recently deceased); George Ferrers Pickering (musical amateur); Nicholas Charles Bochsa (musician, harpist; Lavenu was buried close to Bochsa's grave in St. Stephen's Cemetery, Newtown); Jacob Richard Clarke (treasurer); Henry Neville Montague (secretary); Prince of Wales Theatre (Sydney venue)

"MACGOWAN'S LYCEUM", Bathurst Free Press and Mining Journal [NSW] (11 February 1860), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article63597657 

On Thursday evening last this highly gifted and talented Company performed again at the Shearer's Arms Hotel. The opening piece was the "Omnibus," in which Mr. Macgowan acquitted himself in the most masterly manner; the subordinate parts were well supported by the other members of the Company. "The Wandering Minstrel" was the afterpiece, it was a faithful representation and went off exceedingly well, the audience, although thin, gave several enthusiastic rounds of applause; Mr. Burford's song "Willie," was correct and effective, and Mr. Macgowan's song "Ye mournfulle Historic and tragic Death of poore Dogge Traye," was encored . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Robert McGowan (actor, vocalist, manager)

"Deserting Wives and Families, Service, &c.", New South Wales Police Gazette and Weekly Record of Crime (12 September 1866), 335

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article251747859 

A warrant has been issued by the Sydney Bench for the arrest of Charles Henry Burford, charged with deserting his female child, Catherine Burford, of the age of 11 years, leaving her without the means of support. He is about 36 years of age, 5 feet 9 or 10 inches high, light brown hair, sandy moustache, no whiskers; an actor. This offender is supposed to be with Bartlett, of the Prince of Wales Theatre, Hokitika.

[Advertisement], The Brisbane Courier [QLD] (26 March 1867), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article1281995 

ROYAL ALEXANDRA THEATRE. GOOD NEWS! GOOD NEWS!! MR. and MISS C. H. BURFORD have arrived and appear TO-NIGHT . . .
RIP VAN WINKLE, OR THE SLEEP OF TWENTY YEARS. Rip Van Winkle (his first appearance in Brisbane), Mr. C. H. Burford . . .
Alice Van Winkle (her first appearance in Brisbane), Miss Carry Burford . . .

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald [NSW] (12 May 1871), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13238673 

THEATRE ROYAL ADELPHI. Lessee, Mr. George Anderson. Stage Manager, Mr. C. H. Burford.
SPECIAL PERFORMANCE. TO-NIGHT, FRIDAY . . . Mr. C. H. Burford . . . Miss Kate Burford . . .

"SYDNEY. Monday", Gippsland Times [VIC] (29 April 1873), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article61493558 

Kate Burford, the daughter of an actor, has been committed for robbery in a house of ill fame.

See also "CENTRAL POLICE COURT. SATURDAY [26 April]", The Sydney Morning Herald (28 April 1873), 7

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13319162 

Catherine Burford, 18, was charged with larceny. Michael Buckley, a digger, deposed that, last night, he met with prisoner at Hopgood's public-house; proceeded with her to Owen's public-house, and thence to Williams's oyster saloon, in Pitt-street; he then paid Williams 7s. 6d. for the use of a room, to which he and the prisoner retired . . .

See also "RETURN OF PRISONERS TRIED AT THE DIFFERENT CIRCUIT COURTS AND COURTS OF QUARTER SESSIONS, 1873", New South Wales Police Gazette and Weekly Record of Crime (11 June 1873), 178

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article251603018 

Kate Burford / Stealing from the person / [of] Michael Buckley / Sydney Criminal Court, 12th May 1873 / 6 months, Darlinghurst Gaol

"CENTRAL POLICE COURT", Evening News [Sydney, NSW] (24 April 1874), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article107141234 

John Gallagher and Kate Burford were sent to gaol for three months for haying stolen 5s and a bundle of clothes, the property of Charles Williams.

"POLICE COURTS. THIS DAY", Evening News (8 May 1875), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article130493191 

Kate Burford, 23, was flued 20s, with the alternative of seven days' incarceration, for drunkeness and disorderly conduct.

? "Funerals", The Sydney Morning Herald (17 May 1881), 12

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13477047 

THE FRIENDS of Messrs. FREDERICK and JOHN BURFORD are respectfully invited to attend the Funeral of their late beloved SISTER, Miss Catherine Burford, to move from the residence of her mother, No. 220, Sussex-street, THIS (Tuesday) AFTERNOON, at half-past 2 o'clock, to Catholic Cemetery, Petersham. W. and H. KINSELA, George-st., op. Christ Church.

"Peat's Ferry and the Hawkesbury. BY A TRAVELLING CORRESPONDENT", Evening News [Sydney, NSW] (15 June 1885), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article111019619 

Peat's Ferry has had the pleasure of a visit from the Cora Mclan Company, comprising the lady whose name heads the bill, the time-honored veteran Mr. Charles Burford - who renews his youth like the eagle (whatever that mysterious process may be) - Miss Lucy Frazer, Mr. Martin Hagan, and Miss Carrie Burford [sic ?]. They opened in Dick's Assembly on Monday to a fair house, and gave a capital performance, consisting of scenes from dramas and comedies, songs, dances, &c. I was nearly forgetting to say, that Mr. Mason, the accomplished wood engraver, presided very ably at the piano . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Edward Mason (pianist)

"Funerals", The Sydney Morning Herald [NSW] (10 October 1899), 10

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article14244001 

BURFORD. - The Friends of Mrs. BURFORD are kindly invited to attend the Funeral of her beloved HUSBAND, Charles HenrY BURFORD (comedian): to move from their residence, 50 Druitt-street, THIS TUESDAY, at 1.30 p.m., for the Necropolis.

"AN ACTOR'S FUNERAL", The Sydney Morning Herald (11 October 1899), 6

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article14229993 

There was a gathering of well-known actors at the funeral of the late Charles Henry Burford yesterday afternoon, and many flowers were placed upon the coffin. Wreaths and emblems were sent by Messrs. Williamson and Musgrove, by the dramatic company now appearing at Her Majesty's Theatre, the "boy in front" at the same playhouse, Mr. Clarke and the fruit boys, the Lyceum Theatre, Miss Ada Woodhill, and by many private friends and relatives. The funeral left the residence of the deceased for Redfern railway station, and the remains were interred in the Church of England portion of the Rookwood Cemetery. Mr. and Mrs. John Burford, Mr. and Mrs. William Burford, Mr. and Mrs. Frederick Burford, and Miss Catherine Burford were the chief mourners . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: John Burford (son, born NSW 1864); William Burford (son, born NSW 1870); grandson Frederick, not son Frederick (1859-1896); and grandaughter Catherine (see 1903 below); J. C. Williamson and George Musgrove (theatrical managers); see also, "AN OLD ACTOR GONE", The Australian Star (10 October 1899), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article228752162 

See also, "OBITUARY", Truth (15 October 1899), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article168086520 

"FUNERALS", The Sydney Morning Herald (23 July 1903), 10

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article14543252 

BURFORD,- The Friends of Mr. and Ms. FREDERICK and JOHN and CATHERINE BURFORD are respectfully invited to attend the Funeral of their late dearly loved GRANDMOTHER, Mrs. Catherine Burford , to leave 10 Mount-street Prymont, THIS AFTERNOON, at 1.30, for the Necoropolis.

BURFORD, William Henville (William Henville BURFORD; Mr. W. H. BURFORD; Mr. BURFORD)

Amateur musician, alto vocalist, candle and soap manufacturer, parliamentarian

Born East Smithfield, London, England, 24 January 1807; son of Benjamin BURFORD (1775-1829) and Ann BURFORD [sic] (1772-1858) (m. 1797)
Married (1) Elizabeth MESSENT (1814-1858), St. George in the East, London, England, 16 May 1833
Arrived Adelaide, SA, 12 October 1838 (per Pestonjee Bomanjee, from London, 10 May)
Married (2) Mary Ann MESSENT (c. 1815-1879), Adelaide, SA, 31 October 1866
Married (3) Frances SYMONDS (c. 1832-1902), Adelaide, SA, 2 March 1880
Died Clapham, SA, 23 October 1895, aged "88/89"

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Documentation:

Birth certificates, Dr. Williams' Library Registry of dissenting births; register 1812-1817; UK National Archives, RG4/4662

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/2972/images/40612_B0151975-00560?pId=1643001 (PAYWALL)

No. 3283 / William Henville Burford, Butcher Row, East Smithfield, Par. St. Catherine, County of Middlesex; Reg'd Nov'r 29th 1815 . . .
[son of] Benjamin Burford, & Ann, Daughter of Edward Burford / . . . [born] 24th Jan'y 1807

Marriages solemnized in the parish of St. George [in the East, Tower Hamlets] in the county of Middlesex in the year 1833; register 1829-37, page 25; London Metropolitan Archives, P93/GEO/047

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/1623/images/31280_199073-00191?pId=4246950 (PAYWALL)

No. 75 / William Henville Burford of this parish a bachelor
and Elizabeth Messent of the parish of Saint Paul Shadwell a spinster and a minor
were married in this Church by License and with consent of Samuel Messent the natural and lawful father of the said minor, this [18 May 1833] . . .

[News], Adelaide Observer [SA] (28 August 1847), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article158924825 

. . . We (Adelaide Observer) were present at the Society's second concert, last night Mrs. Murray's absence from indisposition, and the consequent silence of the organ were much to be regretted. The pieces performed were selected from, the works of Handel, Haydn, Mozart, Beethoven, &c. The quartette, "Judge me, O Lord," was sung with great judgment by Messrs. Ewens, Burford, Harwood, and Mrs. Jones, and the supplicatory, plaintive tone, in which the solemn appeal was expressed, was truly touching. In the choral part of the same piece, the joyously triumphant notes of gladness, in which the Psalmist is made to exhibit his confidence and happiness, were well expressed. The recitative and solos gave painful proofs of the sufferings of their performances from the prevalent epidemic. Notwithstanding this drawback, the solo by Mrs. Bushell was both tasteful and pleasing. The grand chorus " Hallelujah," was rendered with admirable expression, precision, and power, and evidently left an effect on the audience that well suited a closing performance. Some of the instruments were, on a few occasions, rather out of tune; but the cornopean and bass violin did wonders, and it is hardly a stretch of praise to say that they themselves would form no insignificant orchestra. It is calculated that the two evenings' performances will leave a net profit of £60 or £70 on behalf of the South Australian British Destitution Relief Fund.

ASSOCIATIONS: Georgiana Murray (vocalist, organist); William Ewens (vocalist); Thomas Harward (vocalist); Rebecca Bushell (vocalist); Adelaide Choral Society (association)

"LOCAL INTELLIGENCE", South Australian Register (22 April 1848), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article48728569 

The Concert, got up to assist in defraying the cost of the organ and gallery for St. John's Church, took place on Wednesday evening last, in the New Collegiate School-room in Pultney-street. The attendance, though not so large as might have been anticipated, for the occasion, and the expected treat, was nevertheless highly respectable; and the whole affair went off with considerable eclat. His Excellency the Governor (accompanied by several ladies and gentlemen) honoured the performance with his presence. The School-room afforded ample accommodation, in point of space; but was, from its unfinished state, in some measure detrimental to the effect of the music. The organ, which has been built by our clever fellow-colonist, Mr. Samuel Marshall, of Currie-street, and which reflects great credit upon his ingenuity and skill, was opened by a Voluntary performed by Mr. Bennett, the leader of the Concert, with his accustomed good taste. The tones of the instrument were rich and full, and altogether, under circumstances, exceeded our expectations. The Venetian Swell, however, will, we think, be indispensably needed to perfect this work of colonial artizanship. Handel's Coronation Anthem followed, and was executed with considerable precision, the vocal parts being undertaken for the first time in the colony. The several solos, by Mrs. Murray, Mrs. Jones, and Mrs. Bushell were sung with good effect . . . Mr. Burford's alto voice, though sweet, was unsuited to the place. The choruses were generally well performed. We would especially notice "All we, like sheep." The Allegro movement was well sung, and the fine and difficult Adagio well sustained, giving good effect to the entire piece. The "Grand Hallelujah Chorus" has never been better performed in Adelaide. The time, throughout the Concert, was excellent. The Choral Society are entitled to many thanks for their great exertions to gratify the public taste. Their conduct or this occasion was most decorous and gratifying.

ASSOCIATIONS: Samuel Marshall (organ builder); George Bennett (musician)

"BAPTIST CHAPEL, NORTH ADELAIDE", South Australian Register (16 May 1851), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article38438157 

The first anniversary of the opening of the Baptist Chapel, on Lefevre-terrace, North Adelaide . . . was held on Sunday last . . . A public meeting, in connection with the same object, was held on Monday evening, William Peacock, Esq., in the chair. A comparatively small number of persons attended on this occasion, many others being prevented by the unfavourable state of the weather; and had it not been for the unity and good feeling which evidently pervaded the meeting, and were greatly heightened by the influence of sacred song, it must have been what it all day threatened to be, a very dull affair. It was, however, not so . . . very interesting and animated addresses were delivered by the Revs. Hull and Butfield, also by Mr. Bonwick; and select pieces of sacred music were sung at intervals by Messrs. Daniel, Burford, Chinner, and Wylde, in very effective style and exquisite taste, to the marked gratification of all present. The subscriptions to the Chapel funds during the services amounted to upwards of £30.

ASSOCIATIONS: Josiah Wyke Daniel (vocalist); George Williams Chinner (vocalist); Charles Wylde (vocalist)

"HULLAH'S SYSTEM OF MUSIC", South Australian Register (31 May 1851), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article38438739 

On Wednesday evening last a public examination of the pupils under the direction of Mr. Joseph Ryder took place in the school-room behind the Rev. Mr. Stow's chapel in Freeman-street, before a numerous and respectable audience. On the occasion also a farewell address was presented to Mr. Ryder, with a pecuniary donation, before leaving finally for a residence near Nairne. The performance of the whole evening's programme seemed to pass off with much satisfaction to the audience and credit to the teacher, consisting of various pieces in the second-class books Hullah, both in the major and minor scales, and in various keys . . . the paper containing the address, and read as follows: -
"Adelaide, South Australia, 28th May, 1831.
"Dear Sir - We, the undersigned, cannot permit you to depart from us without expressing our sincere regret on this occasion.
During the nine months we have now been pupils in your class - your kind attention and urbanity, your solicitude to impart to us a correct and practical knowledge of the principles of vocal harmony according to the Hullah systems have won our warmest esteem and gratitude; and rest assured, dear Sir, that, wherever you may sojourn, yourself and family have our best wishes for your future prosperity.
"In bidding you now farewell, we beg to subscribe ourselves, dear Sir, yours very truly,
[23 signatories including] . . . MISS BURFORD . . . C. BOWEN . . .
The class then sang a fine piece of melody, "The Death of the Just," and the meeting separated.

ASSOCIATIONS: Joseph Ryder (singing master); Hullah's system (general); Miss Burford was William's eldest daughter Elizabeth, and Bowen her future husband; Elizabeth Burford, b. London, c. 1834; m. (1) Charles Bowen (1834-70), Adelaide, SA, 10 April 1857; m. (2) Robert Kettle Finlayson (1839-1916), Clapham, SA, 19 August 1884; d. Adelaide, 28 January 1900; see "PERSONAL", The Express and Telegraph (29 January 1900), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article208843167 

"DINNER TO F. S. DUTTON, AND G. M. WATERHOUSE, ESQRS.", Adelaide Observer [SA] (12 July 1851), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article165042223 

The Committee of F. S. Dutton, Esq., M.L.C., gave a dinner to the hon. gentleman on Wednesday evening, at the Hamburg Hotel, as a fitting finale to the long and arduous contest so successfully terminated by the triumph of the candidate whom they supported as the exponent of their political principles. G. M. Waterhouse, Esq., member for East Torrens, was also a guest, as well as a few other gentlemen, amongst whom we noticed Mr. Whittridge, of the Austral Examiner, some members of the Press, and Messrs. Daniels, Chinner, and Wylde, of the Choral Society . . .
Dr. Eades occupied the presidential chair . . . He called on them to quaff to "The health of Francis Stacker Dutton, Esq., Member of the Legislative Council for East Adelaide."
The toast was drunk upstanding with tremendous applause, which burst out repeatedly as it appeared to be subsiding . . .
Quartetto arranged expressly for the occasion by J. W. Daniels:
"Fair is the statesman's honour'd crown,
And fair his laurell'd wreath;
The lustre of their bright renown
Fades not, bedimm'd by death."
By Messrs. Daniel, Chinner, Burford, and Wylde . . .
Song by Mr. Burford - "A Fine Old English Gentleman," in which the whole company joined in chorus . . .
"Prosperity to South Australia." (Cheers.)
Glee - "Hail smiling Morn" . . .
"The Liberal Interest," which was drunk with applause.
Glee - "Foresters Sound the Cheerful Horn" . . .
Glee - "The Souls of the Brave" . . .
Glee - "Awake, Eolian Lyre" . . .
Quartette - "Where is the German's Fatherland?" . . .
Glee - "Sleep, Gentle Lady" . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Francis Stacker Dutton (politician, musical amateur); Adelaide Choral Society (association)

"YATALA ELECTION DINNER", South Australian Register (19 August 1851), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article38445685 

The friends of W. Giles, Esq., the successful candidate for Yatala, celebrated his return for that district by a sumptuous dinner yesterday evening, at the Norfolk Hotel, Rundle-street. The Chair was filled by F. S. Dutton, Esq., M.L.C. . . . During the evening the proceedings were greatly enlivened by the superior glee-singing of Messrs. Daniels, Wylde, Chinner, and Burford; and in addition to the comic song by Mr. Fisher, there was another written expressly for the occasion, and sung by Mr. Dicker, which elicited loud applause.

ASSOCIATIONS: William Giles (politician); Daniel Fisher (vocalist); Frederick Dicker (vocalist)

"UNION CHAPEL, COROMANDEL VALLEY, UPPER STURT", Adelaide Observer (2 April 1853), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article158093360 

A social meeting of a very animating description was held here in the afternoon and evening of Good Friday, to celebrate the opening of the Chapel on the same day in 1851. The neat Chapel, which would have proved too small to accommodate many visitors in addition to its ordinary congregation, had its accommodations enlarged by a tent erected at the vestry end . . . On re-assembling after tea, the company was agreeably entertained by a piece of sacred music, performed by a choir from Adelaide, consisting of Messrs. Chinner, Daniells, jun., Burford, and Wylde. This was continued at short intervals throughout the evening . . .

[Advertisement], Adelaide Times (29 July 1854), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article207016945 

THE WIDOWS AND ORPHANS OF FALLEN SOLDIERS.
WITH a desire to aid in the successful accomplishment of the great object now before the public, the undersigned have taken steps to carry out a
SACRED CONCERT; and with a view to its being efficiently and solemnly conducted, hereby invite the cooperation of all who are practised in concerted singing.
They have obtained the cheerful acquiescence of the office-bearers of Freeman-street Chapel, who have, without hesitation, granted its use for the purpose.
A Committee will be formed, and immediate notice given of the time and place for practice.
GEORGE WHITE, W. H. BURFORD, G. W. CHINNER, J. W. DANIEL, CHARLES WYLDE.
July 27th, 1854.

ASSOCIATIONS: George White (musical amateur)

"SACRED CONCERT", Adelaide Times (7 September 1854), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article207017679 

The Sacred Vocal Concert in aid of the War Relief Fund took place last evening in the Freeman-street Chapel, and was, as we predicted, decidedly the most brilliant and successful musical entertainment that has ever taken place in South Australia. The building was crowded, not less we should imagine, than 700 persons being present, amongst whom were Sir Henry and Lady Young, and most of the leading residents in Adelaide and the neighbourhood. Before noticing the performance in detail, we feel no hesitation in stating that in the management of the choruses, and the great science and judgment displayed in their execution, the performance of last evening - excepting, of course in point of numbers - would bear by no means a discreditable comparison with those we have been accustomed to hear in Exeter Hall. Mr. Daniels acted as Leader, in a manner which reflected great credit upon him. It, perhaps, was to be regretted that a fuller instrumental accompaniment was not available; although the two pianofortes, under the tasteful and brilliant management of Mrs. Young and Mr. Francis Dutton, were made the most of. We can only briefly refer to some of be more prominent features of this highly interesting entertainment, and amongst them we would mention as deserving of special praise the alto of Mr. Burford, which was eminently successful throughout. Miss Chalker sang with her accustomed good taste, and was, we thought, in remarkably fine voice. The old favourite "With verdure clad," and the duet from the "Creation," "Graceful Consort," sung by that young lady and Mr.Daniels, were warmly and deservedly encored. Mrs. Adamson delighted the audience by her beautiful rendering of Handel's "When warlike ensigns;" and Mr. Daniels gave "Arm, arm, ye brave" with very good taste, and was loudly encored. We will not conclude this necessarily hurried notice without recording our unqualified approval of the unaccompanied quartette of Franz Abt, "Morn awakes in silence," sung by Messrs. Burford, Chinner, Wilds, and Daniels, in very excellent style. The unsparing efforts of Messrs. White and Burford, to carry out the arrangements of the Concert with credit and eclat, have been completely successful, and we cordially compliment those gentlemen and all other parties concerned in the arrangements, upon the gratifying result of their exertions.

ASSOCIATIONS: Henry and Augusta Young (governor and wife); Rebecca Cash Young (pianist); Marie Chalker (vocalist); Emma Golding La Vence Adamson (vocalist)

[Advertisement], Adelaide Times (11 September 1854), 1

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THE Committee for carrying out the Sacred Concert in aid of the War Relief Fund,
beg publicly to express their thanks to Mr. J. W. Daniel for his disinterested and efficient services as conductor, and congratulate him most warmly on his complete success,
GEORGE WHITE, W. H. BURFORD, G. W. CHINNER, C. WYLDE, W. S. WILSON,
HENRY BROWN, JACOB PITMAN, THOMAS ENGLISH, JOHN BRENTON.

"ANNIVERSARY SERVICES", South Australian Register (6 December 1854), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article49203504 

On Sunday last, the 3rd December, services in commemoration of the fourth anniversary were held in the Baptist Chapel, Lefevre terrace, North Adelaide . . . On Tuesday evening a tea meeting, held in the chapel, was well attended . . . The chair was taken by G. F. Angas, Esq., M.L.C., by whom, and by several other gentlemen, the meeting was addressed. It is pleasing to add that the debt upon the chapel, which previous to those services was £350, has, by the liberality of those who attended, been reduced to less than one-half that sum. During the evening some excellent pieces of sacred music were sung by Messrs. Burford, Chinner, Daniel, and Wylde. The proceedings were closed shortly before 10 o'clock.

ASSOCIATIONS: George French Angas (politician)

"THE LATE MR. W. H. BURFORD", South Australian Register (24 October 1895), 6

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article53662789 

After a protracted illness Mr. William Henville Burford, the founder of the firm of Messrs. W. H. Burford & Sons, died on Wednesday forenoon, at his residence, Clapham Park, West Mitcham, in the 89th year of his age. Mr. Burford was one of the pioneer colonists of South Australia, for although the colony was nearly two years old when the Pestonjee Bomanjee, by which he was a passenger, arrived at Glenelg from England on October 12, 1838, he did a great deal to set the young province in going order. He came from the old land with plenty of courage and perseverance, and his efforts were fully rewarded.

Mr. Burford was born on January 24, 1807, at St. Catharine's, Middlesex. He was the youngest of five sons, and of his own choice was apprenticed to the butchering business. After butchering a few years he entered the oil and colour trade, which included tallow rendering and tallow-candle making. He had many difficulties to contend against during his life in England, which no doubt helped to fit him for the rough colonial life which he was subsequently to experience. A friend of his advised him to emigrate. He took passage with his family for Sydney, but while waiting for a ship his attention was called to South Australia. In view of the liberality of the Constitution of this colony, and, above all, that there was to be no State Church, he greatly preferred the younger province, and obtained consent to change his destination. He then sailed by the Pestonjee Bomanjee, which had amongst her passengers Governor Gawler. Speaking of his disembarkation from the vessel, Mr. Burford said - "We landed in water up to our waists, and were for two days and nights on the beach guarding our luggage. Conveyed thence to Emigration square and lodged in a rude wooden shanty without a single article of commerce, and only 1s. 6d. in cash to begin colonial life. Wife invalided, and two children of three and five years of age to support." What a contrast with the present times! . . .

His first employment was at a limekiln, and next he was engaged in excavating a cellar in Hindley-street. For a time Mr. Burford was employed in painting and glazing, and soon afterwards engaged several hands on his own account, until he had a large business, paying men at from 10s. to 14s. per day. Suddenly this was stopped by the crisis which came upon the colony when its credit ceased at the Colonial Office in London. For some time prior to this the colony suffered much inconvenience from a scarcity of candles, as much as six pence being given for a single candle. So Mr. Burford began the manufacture of candles and soap at an early date, for in the old land he had had a practical knowledge of the business . . .

Mr. Burford was a well-known religious worker. Of strong religious convictions he was never backward in enunciating his views. As early as April, 1841, he signed a memorial to Governor Gawler in the interests of religious equality. At the age of nineteen he joined the party of the celebrated Rev. G. C. Smith, the sailors' missionary, and led the singing at the open-air services at Billingsgate Fish Market . . . Mr. Burford had never been out of South Australia since the day of his arrival, nor travelled more than 100 miles from the city. He was always very just to those he employed, and was greatly respected by them. Some of the present employees have been thirty years with the firm. The late Mr. Burford had a family of seven children. One died on the voyage from England, two died in South Australia, and the surviving members are Messrs. Benjamin and William Burford, Mrs. R. K. Finlayson and Mrs. R. H. Eddy, and there are fifteen grandchildren and sixteen great-grandchildren. In 1833 Mr. Burford married the eldest daughter of the late Mr. Samuel Messent. Mrs. Burford was ill on the voyage, and was an invalid for several years after her arrival in the colony until she died. In 1861 Mr. Burford married another daughter of Mr. Messent, who also died. In 1880 he married for the third time the present Mrs. Burford, who was the widow of the late Mr. J. H. M. Hawkes.

BURGESS, E. (E. BURGESS)

Vendor of a cornopean

Active Melbourne, VIC, 1854

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Documentation:

[Advertisement], The Argus [Melbourne, VIC] (22 April 1854), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4806250 

TO Musicians. - On Sale a splendid silver Cornopean, by that celebrated maker, Distin, London. Price £15. E. Burgess, near Olive Branch, Stephen-street north.

ASSOCIATIONS: Distin family (London musicians and musical instrument makers)

BURGESS, Johnny (John BURGESS; J. BURGESS; J. J. BURGESS; Johnny BURGESS)

Dancer, vocalist, entertainer, minstrel serenader

Active Bendigo, VIC, by March 1859
Active Melbourne, VIC, until 1881

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BURGESS, William (William BURGESS; Master BURGESS; Master Wm. BURGESS)

Juvenile vocalist, tenor vocalist, Irish comic vocalist, dancer, entertainer

Active Bendigo, VIC, by December 1858
Active Beechworth, VIC, until December 1859

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=William+Burgess+juvenile+vocalist (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

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Documentation:

[Advertisement], Bendigo Advertiser [VIC] (8 December 1858), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article87985422 

VICTORIA THEATRE, PALL-MALL. GREATEST OF ALL ATTRACTIONS. TO-NIGHT.
MASTER BURGESS, The Infant Wonder, in his Irish Comic Songs,
MRS. BYRNE Will sing her most charming Ballads.
MR. C. WILLIAMS Will introduce his Shaksperian Ditties.
MR. J. BUSH, Pianist.
Forming a most pleasing evening's entertainment, and the
ADMISSION IS FREE.

ASSOCIATIONS: Georgina Bourn (vocalist); Charles Williams (vocalist); James Bush (pianist); Victoria Concert Hall (Bendigo venue)

"CHRISTMAS EVE IN SANDHURST", Bendigo Advertiser (27 December 1858), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article87985826 

. . . On dropping into the theatre we found that the company were performing Auber's opera of "Fra Diavolo," in which the character of Zerlina was sustained by Miss Julia Harland, Beppo by M. Coulon, Fra Diavolo by Mr. Sherwin, and Lord Alcash by Mr. Linley Norman . . . From the Theatre to the Shamrock, where by a vigorous determination and a resolution not to be done, we were enabled to gain admission through the tremendous crowd that thronged to the very doors . . . as well as the Ethiopian Burbank - Thatcher is again, and was "all there" in his local originals. From thence to Ned Ryan's, at the Victoria, in time to, hear the new singer which he has brought forward - Mr. Cassidy, a gentleman who in his particular line of character songs is capital . . . In the Victoria we listened with pleasure to the singing of Mrs. Byrne and Master Burgess. The former sang tastefully, and was encored by a crowded audience; Master Burgess sang some of Russell's melodies in a style that would have earned fame for an older and much more-experienced performer. The presiding genius, at the piano accompanied the vocalists efficiently . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Julia Harland (vocalist); Emile Coulon (vocalist), Walter Sherwin (vocalist); Linly Norman (vocalist, musical director); English Opera Company (troupe); Otto N. Burbank (minstrel, dancer); Charles Thatcher (comic vocalist); James W. Cassidy (vocalist); Haymarket Theatre (Bendigo venue); Shamrock Concert Hall (Bendigo venue)

"VICTORIA THEATRE", Bendigo Advertiser (17 January 1858), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article87986364 

The house, was, despite the unfavorable state of the weather, quite crowded on Saturday evening last. Mrs. Stone, on her re-appearance from Epsom, was extremely well received, as were Master Burgess and the rest of the company. Several broad country songs from Mrs. Stone, and some Irish national melodies by Master Burgess, were loudly applauded.

ASSOCIATIONS: Mrs. Stone (vocalist)

"VICTORIA THEATRE", Bendigo Advertiser (24 March 1859), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article87987865 

Last night the already numerous and varied attractions of this place of amusement were considerably increased by the first appearance on Bendigo of two impersonators of negro character - Messrs. John Burgess and Henry Sharp, from Melbourne, who in this species of performance will certainly bear comparison with any we have yet seen. Indeed, the first mentioned performer in the "break down" dance will cause even the celebrated Burbank to put a little extra "life and mettle in his heels" if he would retain his laurels.

ASSOCIATIONS: Henry Sharp (banjo player, minstrel serenader)

"VICTORIA THEATRE", Bendigo Advertiser (26 March 1859), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article87987921 

The performances of the new dancer, Mr. Burgess, at the Victoria, appear to elicit a perfect furore of admiration from the audience. He certainly is one of the most agile dancers in what is termed the "Juba break down," that has appeared, and without doubt may be said to have so far cultivated this toe and heel performance, as to entitle it to be classed in the category of scientific. We hear that there are likely to be some heavy sporting bets made on his dancing against that of his rival performer, Burbank, at the Shamrock. Should the match really be made the office of umpire, to decide on the most proficient, will be a very difficult one.

[Advertisement], Bendigo Advertiser (29 March 1859), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article87987992 

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.
ME. 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: J. A. Picco (musician)

"VICTORIA THEATRE", Bendigo Advertiser (30 March 1859), 3

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Despite the attractions at the Haymarket Theatre, the Victoria Concert Hall is numerously patronised. Joe Miller's comicalities are always amusing, Master Burgess's vocalism is well appreciated, and the [REDACTED] delineators, Mr. Sharp and Mr. John Burgess, are applauded to the echo, "which doth applaud again." The latter, by his wonderful "step dancing," seems to have securely established a footing on Bendigo as one of the cleverest of Ethiopian dancers.

ASSOCIATIONS: Joe Miller (comedian)

"THE VICTORIA CONCERT HALL", Bendigo Advertiser (7 April 1859), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article87988190 

The proprietor of the Victoria still maintains the reputation he has achieved for it as one of the best places for the enjoyment of an evening's amusement on Bendigo. In addition to the old favorites, Joe Miller, Master Burgess, and the Ethiopian delineators, Burgess and Sharp, (for they have now successfully established themselves as favorites with the public,) we see that he has produced a very novel species of entertainment in the performances of the Italian Marionettes, which are nightly applauded.

"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 permission 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 tlio whole was highly successful, and the audience were evidently highly delighted throughout.

ASSOCIATIONS: William Heffernan (proprietor of the Shamrock Concert Hall)

[2 advertisements], Bendigo Advertiser (23 April 1859), 1

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SHAMROCK THEATRE. THE SAN FRANCISCO MINSTRELS.
MESSRS. HEFFERNAN AND CROWLEY, Have Engaged the Renowned CLOG AND BOOT DANCER,
MR. J. BURGESS, Who will make his First Appearance this Evening in Connection with the above Company, in a
GRAND TRIAL DANCE, (AND NO SELL,) Between HIMSELF AND O. N. BURBANK . . .

VICTORIA MUSIC HALL . . .
MASTER WM. BURGESS The Celebrated Irish Comic Singer will also appear . . .
Pianist, Mr. BUSH . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: John Crowley (co-proprietor); San Francisco Minstrels (troupe)

"THE SHAMROCK THEATRE", Bendigo Advertiser (3 May 1859), 2

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The popularity of this favorite place of amusement is constantly on the increase, and is nightly crowded with admiring and applauding audiences. Generally speaking, the hall is crowded in such a manner that shortly after the opening of the doors it is difficult to squeeze oneself into a seat, or to obtain even standing room. Last evening was no exception to the general rule, and the performances, as they usually are, were of a most amusing and superior order. The ballet entitled "The Painter's Illusion" was the first piece, and the various characters were admirably sustained by Mdlle. Therese, M. Schmidt, and Mr. Chambers. A performance by the celebrated San Francisco Minstrels succeeded, and was throughout most rapturously applauded. Then came the grand trial dance between Burbank and Burgess, in which both acquitted themselves in a superior style, and were received with loud and continued plaudits . . . A Clog Dance by J. Burgess wits performed in the usual excellent style of that artist, and was loudly applauded . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Therese Ferdinand Strebinger (dancer); Mons. and Therese Schmidt (dancers); Joseph Chambers junior (dancer)

[Advertisement], Bendigo Advertiser (11 June 1859), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article87989732 

VICTORIA CONCERT HALL. RENEWED ATTRACTION!
THIS EVENING, (SATURDAY), A Variety of Entertainments, Comprising SINGING AND DANCING IN CHARACTER, ACROBATIC FEATS, &c . . .
MASTER WM. BURGESS, With his usual variety of Sentimental and Comic Singing.
MR. JAMES BUSH - PIANIST.

"STAR THEATRE, CHILTERN", Ovens and Murray Advertiser [Beechworth, VIC] (31 October 1859), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article112905490 

Mr. Johnson's celebrated Concert Company continue to perform at this popular place of amusement; since their last visit their strength has been augmented by Miss Bartley and Master Burgess, the celebrated tenor singer. To remark on the performances of the Johnson, junr., and senior, and Mrs. Andrew, would be superfluous they are greeted nightly with rounds of applause and respected encores . . . As to Master Burgess, he is everything that could be desired, except indeed when he attempts to torture his fine voice into the production of an Irish comic song. For the future let this gentleman confine himself to those fine ballads and sentimental songs for which his voice is so well adapted, doing otherwise he is only spoiling both his reputation as a singer and his voice. Altogether, in the absence of every thing like menial recreation at Chiltern, we know of no place where such a evening may be spent as at the Star.

ASSOCIATIONS: Jovial and Charley Johnson (entertainers); Theresa Shirley Andrew (vocalist); Miss Bartley (vocalist); Star Theatre (Chiltern venue)

"STAR THEATRE", Ovens and Murray Advertiser (21 November 1859), 2

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The concert company must be well pleased with the unmistakeable demonstration and crowded house that greeted them on Saturday night last, when the entire programme met with such enthusiastic approval. Mr. Johnson proved himself in the farce well qualified for comedy . . . also the ladies and little Charley deserve great commendation. We think the "Demon Flea" quite a master piece of the Jovial Johnson, and a new duett "The Quakers," elicited roars of laughter from all parts of the house, in which he was well supported by Miss Bartley . . . Mrs. Andrew shows off to great advantage in duetts with Miss Bartley . . . Master Burgess improves very considerably, and possesses an excellent quality of voice for concerted pieces . . . and we hope that our Beechworth friends will be liberal in their support of this talented company. The pianoforte playing of Mons. Linden proved him be a master of the art.

ASSOCIATIONS: Ferdinand Linden (pianist); Star Theatre (Beechworth venue)

"STAR THEATRE", Ovens and Murray Advertiser (1 December 1859), 2

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The celebration of St. Andrew's Day was carried out to repletion by the Concert Company last evening, and thoroughly appreciated by all lovers of "Auld Lang Syne" . . . Masters Burgess and Charley were as usual appreciated, most deservedly . . .

[Advertisement], The Argus [Melbourne, VIC] (22 December 1859), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5694056 

JAMES BUSH and WILLIAM BURGESS, late of Victoria Hotel, Sandhurst, send your address, Victoria Hotel, Sandridge.

[Advertisement], The Argus [Melbourne, VIC] (14 December 1860), 8

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PRINCE OF WALES THEATRE, SAN FRANCISCO MINSTRELS, Last Night but One. THIS (FRIDAY) EVENING,
GREAT CHALLENGE DANCE For £50, Between Mr. J. Burgess, from London, and Mr. O. N. Burbank (San Francisco Minstrels) . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Prince of Wales Theatre (Melbourne venue)

[Advertisement], The Argus (16 August 1862), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5720343 

COPPIN'S APOLLO MUSIC HALL. Lessee and Manager, Mr. James Simmonds
NOVELTY TO-NIGHT, And every Evening till further notice,
The COURT MINSTRELS Will appear in the costume of King George II
Negro Ballads, Songs, Choruses, Breakdowns, Burlesques, &c.
ENGLISH, IRISH, and SCOTCH BALLADS, By Madame Carandini, Miss Chalker,
The Misses Royal, Mr. Small, And Mr. Sherwin.
Part I.
Grand Introductory overture (Instrumental) - Court Minstrels.
Opening Chorus - "Let's be gay" (operatic) - Company.
"Let me kiss him for his mother" - Percival.
"Kiss me quick and go" - Burgess.
"Ellen Bayne" - Pearson.
"Gone to Alabama State" - Harry Leslie.
"The Virginia Rosebud" (Cheval de Bronze.) - Morgan.
"Come where my love lies dreaming" - Percival.
"Arrival of Picayune Butler" - Burgess.
Finale - "Railway Galop" - Leathwood and Company . . .
Part 3.
Ballad - Percival.
Solo, Song, and Dance (comic) - J. J. Burgess.
Duett - Pearson and Percival.
Comic Duett, Introducing the Madagascar Fiddle - F. Leathwood and Harry Leslie.
The two Dromies - Harry Leslie and J. J Burgess.
Rattlesnake Jig - J. J. Burgess . . .
Musical Director - Mr. George Loder . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Court Minstrels (troupe), consisting of Charles F. Percival (minstrel); Harry Leslie (minstrel) J. W. Morgan (minstrel); Frank Leathwood (minstrel); A. Pearson (minstrel)

ASSOCIATIONS (other): Maria Carandini (vocalist); Marie Chalker (vocalist); Kate and Lizzie Royal (vocalists); Joe Small (vocalist); Walter Sherwin (vocalist); George Loder (venue musical director); James Simmonds (manager, actor); Apollo Music Hall (Melbourne venue)

"TOWN TALK", The Herald [Melbourne, VIC] (6 October 1862), 5

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The first afternoon performance at Coppin's Apollo Music Hall took place on Saturday . . . The Court Minstrels were excellent in their performance, and received unanimous applause . . . and the dancing of Mr. Flexmore and. Mr. J. J. Burgess, met with especial favour . . .

[Advertisement], The Star [Ballarat, VIC] (26 November 1862), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article66328996 

THEATRE ROYAL . . . RE-ENGAGEMENT . . . Of the Wonderful COURT MINSTRELS . . .
J. W. Morgan . . . J. J. Burgess . . . F. Dixon . . . F. Leatherwood . . .
Harry Leslie . . . A. Pearson . . . C. Percival . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Frederick Dixon (minstrel); Theatre Royal (Ballarat venue)

[Advertisement], The Argus (4 July 1863), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article6487068 

JOHNNY BURGESS, the Champion Dancer . . . every night, Royal Charter Concert-hall . . .
J. J. BURGESS TO-NIGHT In his celebrated CHAMPION GOLD BELT JIG . . .
J. J. BURGESS in his [REDACTED] BREAK-DOWN TO-NIGHT Royal Charter Hotel Concert-hall.

[Advertisement], Bell's Life in Victoria and Sporting Chronicle (2 April 1864), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article199057908 

ROYAL-SURREY MUSIC HALL, late ROYAL CHARTER . . . EVERY EVENING . . .
Messrs. JOHNNY BURGESS and RAMSAY, in their great Challenge Dance . . .
Musical Director and Pianist: J. Bush . . . ADMISSION FREE.

[Advertisement], The Ballarat Star [VIC] (25 August 1865), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article112878292 

CHARLIE NAPIER THEATRE . . . ON SATURDAY, 26th AUGUST . . .
the celebrated and original COURT MINSTRELS.
Johnny Burgess, Solo, Song and Dance, "Finnigan's Wake" . . .

New Zealand (1868-71):

[Advertisement], Grey River Argus (3 November 1868), 3

https://paperspast.natlib.govt.nz/newspapers/GRA18681103.2.19.3 

UNITED STATES CONCERT HALL. Double Company.
Engagement of JOHNNY BURGESS, the Champion Clog and Pump Dancer,
and FRANK LEATHWOOD, the Celebrated Banjo and Concertina Soloist,
who will appear nightly at this Popular Place of Amusement, in conjunction with the talented company already engaged.

[Advertisement], Star [Christchurch, NZ] (20 January 1871), 1

https://paperspast.natlib.govt.nz/newspapers/TS18710120.2.2.4 

THEATRE ROYAL . . . FRIDAY NIGHT, JAN. 20 . . .
the First Appearance of MR. C. F. PERCIVAL, The well-known Tenor,
and MR. JOHNNY BURGESS, The acknowledged Star Negro Singer and Champion Dancer . . .

[Advertisement], Lyttelton Times [NZ] (4 February 1871), 3

https://paperspast.natlib.govt.nz/newspapers/LT18710204.2.20.1 

COLONISTS' HALL, LYTTELTON. GRAND SPECIAL ENTERTAINMENT. MONDAY, FEB. 6.
MR. J. J. DANIELS, The Accomplished Baritone. MR. C. F. PERCIVAL, The Celebrated Tenor.
Mr. JOHNNY BURGESS, Late San Francisco Minstrels' Champion Negro Delineator . . .

Australia (from April 1871):

[Advertisement], The Herald [Melbourne, VIC] (8 April 1871), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article244804180 

HAYMARKET THEATRE On EASTER MONDAY.
GRAND OPENING NIGHT of WESTON and LA FEUILADE'S MINSTRELS.
CROWNING ACHIEVEMENT of the SEASON. NOVELTY.
See the array of Ethiopean Minstrel Talent . . . JOHNNY BURGESS . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Nicholas La Feuillade (musician)

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (22 May 1881), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13535328 

QUEEN'S BIRTHDAY . . . TIVOLI GARDENS, WAVERLEY. Grand Carnival. Galaxy of Talent.
Three Full Bands. Monster Procession through Sydney . . .
The renowned and old favourite, JOHNNY BURGESS, will also appear.

BURGESS, Joseph Bird (Joseph Bird BURGESS; J. B. BURGESS)

Musician, professor of music, violinist, quadrille band and orchestral leader, pianist, organist, piano tuner, composer, importer of pianofortes and harmoniums

Born Walworth, Surrey, England, 19 June 1830; son of Joseph BURGESS (c. 1810-1875) and Elizabeth BIRD (1805-1891) (m. Newington, Surrey, 8 June 1829)
Married Margaret Susannah FOSTER (c. 1833-1895), Bredhurst, Kent, England, 1 August 1852
Arrived Melbourne, VIC, 4 January 1853 (per Wandsworth, from London, 16 September 1852, aged "22")
Active Bendigo, VIC, by December 1855
Died Geelong, VIC, 20 March 1907, aged "77"

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Joseph+Bird+Burgess+1830-1907 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-B-5.php#BURGESS-Joseph-Bird (shareable link to this entry)

Documentation:

Births, June 1830; Protestant dissenters' birth registry, 1824-27; UK National Archives, RG5/146

https://www.ancestry.com.au/discoveryui-content/view/84290:2972 (PAYWALL)

No. 11383 / . . . that Joseph Bird Burgess / the son of Joseph Burgess of Walworth in the county of Surrey, Tailor, Hatter, & Hosier,
and Elizabeth his wife (who was the daughter of Joseph Bird of Walworth . . . Gentleman)
was born at the house of the said Joseph Burgess, No. 19 in Manor Place, Walworth . . . on the [19 June 1830]

England census, St. Peter Walworth, Newington, Surrey; UK National Archives, HO107/1567/58/1

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/8860/images/SRYHO107_1566_1567-0325?pId=775990 (PAYWALL)

2 Keens Row / Joseph Burgess / Head / Married / 41 / Vestry Clerk / [born] Surrey Newington
Elizabeth [Burgess] / Wife / Married / 45 / - / [born Surrey Newington]
Joseph Bird [Burgess] / Son / Unmarried / 20 / Clerk to Father / [born Surrey Newington]
John / Son / 19 / Tailor // Henry / 18 / Clerk to Father // James Phelp / Son / 16 / Bookseller //
Elizabeth / 14 // Leemin / 12 // Thomas Clarkson / 10 // Ellen / 8

Marriages, Bredhurst, Kent, 1852; Kent Archives Office

https://www.ancestry.com.au/discoveryui-content/view/33372:61746 (PAYWALL)

1 August 1852 / Joseph Bird Burgess / 22 / Margaret Susannah Foster / 19

VIC, Australia (from 4 January 1853):

Names and descriptions of passengers per Wandsworth, from London, 7 September 1852, for Port Phillip, 4 January 1853; Public Record Office Victoria

https://prov.vic.gov.au/archive/3400C2E9-F96C-11E9-AE98-0507CB69E27D?image=146 (DIGITISED)

. . . Burgess Joseph / 22 / Prof. of Music // [Burgess] Margaret / 19 . . .

? "ARRIVALS", The Shipping Gazette and Sydney General Trade List (27 August 1853), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article161107445 

August 21. - Tartar, barque, 871 tons, Captain Madigan, from New Zealand the 8th instant. Passengers - Mr. J. B. Burgess . . . and 146 in the steerage. Captain, agent.

[Advertisement], The Argus (19 November 1853), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4799693 

ROWE'S CIRCUS! - The Second of the Series of Grand Promenade Concerts!!
Will be given at this Establishment on Saturday, the 19th November . . .
Madame Sara Flower, who will on this occasion sing a great number of her best and choicest gems of song . . .
The Monster Orchestra Will embrace all the available talent in Melbourne,
assisted by several members of the band of the 99th regiment . . .
Instrumentalists. Grand Piano Forte - Mr. Alfred Oakey
Violino Primo - Mr. Tucker and Mr. Peck
Vlolino Secondo - Mr. Howson, Mr. Mather, and Mr. Burgess . . . .
Leader - Mr. Tucker. Conductor - Mr. Alfred Oakey.
First Night of Jullien's New Irish Quadrille, The Hibernians . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Sara Flower (vocalist); Alfred Oakey (musician); Edward Tucker (violinist); George Peck (violinist); Henry Howson (violinist); William Mather (violinist); Joseph Andrew Rowe (proprietor); Rowe's American Circus (Melbourne venue); see also [Playbill] Rowe's American Circus, the second grand promenade concert, Saturday Evening, Nov. 19

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/7919387 

[Advertisement], The Argus (17 December 1853), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article255612483 

ROWE'S AMERICAN CIRCUS, Corner of Stephen and Lonsdale streets.
The sixth of a Series of Grand PROMENADE CONCERTS will take place at the above place of amusement on Saturday Evening, December 7th, 1853 . . .
Instrumentalists. Pianoforte - Mr. Alfred Oakey.
Violino primo - Mr. Radford and Mr. Peck. Violino Second - Mr. Mather and Mr. Burgess . . .
Leader - Mr. M. Radford. Conductor and Composer - Mr. Alfred Oakey . . .
In Preparation: Grand Indian Quadrille, by Jullien, the Band arrangement by Alfred Oakey . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Mark Radford (violinist, leader)

[Advertisement], Bendigo Advertiser [VIC] (13 October 1855), 3

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ROYAL HOTEL. Concert Hall. For the Benefit of MISS ANNIE LEWIS. Miss Lewis begs to state that through the kindness of Mr. Hemingway she will take a benefit on Tuesday Next, the 15th Instant, at the Royal Hotel Concert Hall, View Point, when the following talented artistes have volunteered to give their valuable services; Miss Graham, the-old Bendigo favorite, Miss Pearson, her second appearance on Bendigo, Mrs. Bourne, Mrs. Mitchell, and Mrs. Gill. Mr. Small, Mr. Cumming, Mr. Warden, and Mr. Burgess . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Annie Lewis (Mrs. Edward Salamon, vocalist); Amelia Graham (vocalist); Georigina Bourn (vocalist); Madelina Mitchell (vocalist); Joe Small (vocalist); Mr. Cumming (vocalist); James Warden (vocalist, musician)

[Advertisement], Bendigo Advertiser (6 December 1855), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article88048194 

GRAND OPENING BALL, WELLINGTON HOTEL, SEVENTH WHITE HILL, EPSOM.
A GRAND Opening Ball and Supper will take place at the above Hotel on Thursday, 13th December,
on which occasion no expense or exertion will be spared . . .
The Band will be under the direction of Mr. J. Burgess,
late of Julien Loden [sic, Jullien's, London, and] Winterbottom's Band.
Tickets to admit a Lady and Gentleman One Guinea, to be obtained of the Stewards, the Victoria, Royal, and Wellington Hotels.
C. C. HILLMAN, Proprietor.

ASSOCIATIONS: Louis Jullien (London band leader); John Winterbottom (band leader)

[Advertisement], Bendigo Advertiser (11 December 1855), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article88048227 

GRAND BALL. SIR CHARLES HOTHAM HOTEL.
THE Sir Charles Hotham Hotel Quadrille Club will give their first Quarterly Ball on Wednesday,
the 26th day of December, in the Sir Charles Hotham Hotel Assembly Room . . . .
Proprietor - Mr. John Ellison. Radford's Band will be in attendance, accompanied by Messrs. Burgess and Irish.

ASSOCIATIONS: Sidney Radford (musician)

"MR. BURGESS'S BALL", Bendigo Advertiser (22 January 1856), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article88048643 

A complimentary ball is to be given to this gentleman, on to-morrow evening, at the Epsom Hotel. The ability of Mr. Burgess for composing and arranging music is worthy of more than a passing notice. It is with regret for the present, however, that, for want of space, we must defer giving a lengthy one. Some very pleasing airs have been recently composed by him. The "Octavia Polka" we believe is one of them. At the ball some new airs are to be played for the first time, and if rumour is worth a groat, they are worth hearing.

"ORIGINAL CORRESPONDENCE. To the Editor", Bendigo Advertiser (24 January 1856), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article88048659

Sir - Will you be kind enough to allow me to correct an error that appeared in your issue of this morning, relative to my ball. The "Octavia Polka" was written by Mr. E. Salaman and not by me as you have stated. The "Casey Polka" was composed by me for the same occasion, and both Polkas were produced for the first time, at the opening ball, Wellington Hotel, Epsom.
Trusting you will excuse me for so far trespassing on your valuable space,
I am, Sir. Yours obediently, JOSEPH BURGESS, Late of Mons. Jullien and Winterbottom's Bands.
Epsom, 22nd Jan., 1856

ASSOCIATIONS: Edward Salamon (composer)

[Advertisement], Bendigo Advertiser (15 May 1856), 3

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THE 15TH OF MAY. THE 15TH OF MAY.
A GRAND BALL will be given on Thursday, the 15th of May, at the SYDENHAM GARDENS.
Admission to Ball and Supper for one Gentleman and two Ladies, 10s. 6d.
Dancing to commence at Half-past Eight o'clock. A FIRST-RATE BAND IS ENGAGED.
Leader, Mr. Burgess. Cornet, Mr. R. W. Kohler.

ASSOCIATIONS: Richard Wildblood Kohler (cornet)

[Advertisement], Bendigo Advertiser (12 August 1856), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article88052030 

GOLDEN GULLY QUADRILLE ASSEMBLY ROOMS. Golden Gully Hotel,
Grand opening ball and supper, Wednesday Evening, August 13th.
MR. S. BURGESS'S [sic] Celebrated Quadrille Band Will be in attendance . . .

[Advertisement], Bendigo Advertiser (23 October 1856), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article87995056 

STAR HOTEL, Milkmaid's Flat, MR. GRAHAM has much pleasure in informing his friends that a grand
SELECT BALL will be held at the above Hotel, on FRIDAY, 31st OCTOBER, When he hopes to receive the support of the public in the vicinity.
Mr. Burgess's Quadrille Band wilt be in attendance . . .

[Advertisement], Bendigo Advertiser (12 January 1857), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article87996665 

GRAND BALL. BIRD-IN-HAND HOTEL, LOWER EPSOM.
S. E. WITHERS has much pleasure in announcing that he will open his splendid Hall With a Grand Ball and Supper on Tuesday, January 13th . . .
Mr. Burgess's celebrated Quadrille Band will be in attendance . . .

[Advertisement], Bendigo Advertiser (25 February 1857), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article87997563 

GRAND BALL. MR. J. BURGESS'S ANNUAL BENEFIT BALL Will be held at Young's British American Hotel, Iron Bark, On THURSDAY, 12th MARCH, 1857.
Tickets, one guinea each, admitting one lady and gentleman to Ball and Supper.

"CONCERT IN AID OF THE CHURCH OF ENGLAND FUNDS", Bendigo Advertiser (21 August 1857), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article88001197 

The concert given on Thursday evening last, at the Assembly Rooms of Mr. Ellison's well-known hostelrie, the Sir Charles Hotham Hotel, Seventh White Hill, in aid of the funds of the Church of England in that hamlet, was a very creditable affair . . . We must not forget to mention the singing of Mr. W. M. Laurie, and also the comic singing of Mr. Macord . . . Last, though not least, the violin playing of Mr. Burgess demands our notice. This deservedly popular gentleman commanded an immense amount of applause, and showed himself to be a first-rate performer on that most difficult instrument. Mr. T. Barwick presided at the pianoforte, with his usual ability . . . Great praise is due to the amateurs who so nobly came forward to assist in a good cause, and also to the worthy incumbent of the parish (the Rev. James Linskea), who is indefatigable in his endeavors to promote the interests of the district. - Communicated.

ASSOCIATIONS: William Muir Laurie (vocalist); Samuel Macord (vocalist); Thomas Barwick (pianist)

[Advertisement], Bendigo Advertiser (1 December 1857), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article87977175 

DANCING, DANCING, DANCING. CROOM'S QUADRILLE PARTY on Thursday Evening next, 3rd instant, at Diggers' Arms, White Hills.
Mr. Burgess leader of the Band. Mr. Raeman, Pianist.

[Advertisement], Bendigo Advertiser (30 December 1857), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article87977784 

LAWTON'S ADELPHI HOTEL, JACKASS FLAT . . . A LADIES' EVENING For Thursday Evening, 31st Dec. . . .
The Proprietor has engaged Mr. Burgess, the well known Violinist, and Mr. and Mrs. Pendleton, the celebrated Comic Duetists.

ASSOCIATIONS: Emma and John Pendleton (vocalists)

"MUNICIPAL POLICE COURT. Tuesday, 9th March, 1858 . . . Burgess v. Linskea. - L.12", Bendigo Advertiser (10 March 1858), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article87979212 

Mr. O'Loughlin appeared for the plaintiff; Mr. Lysaght, for the defendant, pleaded not indebted. Mr. O'Loughlin said the plaintiff sued the Rev. Mr. Linskea, the incumbent of the Church of England at the White Hills, for this amount, the balance of his salary as organist to the church, at the rate of L.40 per annum. Mr. Linskea had paid part of the plaintiff's salary, to the amount of L.28, in a money payment of L.10, and the plaintiff had accepted the possession of the harmonium for L.18. Since this payment Mr. Linskea had denied his liability to pay the salary, throwing the responsibility on the trustees of the church.
Joseph Burgess stated that he was engaged by Mr. Linskea on the 15th August, 1856, at a salary of L.40 per annum. He understood that he was engaged by Mr. Linskea, without any reference to the trustees. When near the completion of the year, Mr. Linskea had communicated to him that if he continued his services beyond the 15th of August, 1856 [? 1857], he would have to look to the trustees for payment of his salary. Since the expiration of the year be had given his services gratuitously to the church.
By Mr. Lysaght: Had no written agreement with Mr. Linksea; he did not know that the harmonium he had received was the property of the church. He had written to Mr. Linskea, asking him to apply, to the trustees for the balance of his salary.
Mr. Thompson, one of the trustees, stated that they did not appoint the organist, he had been appointed by the Rev. Mr. Linskea. The old harmonium was bought by subscription. Mr. Linskea had informed them that it would be sold to assist the purchase of the new one.
The Bench considered that Mr. Linskea had admitted, in his communication to the plaintiff, that he was responsible for his salary.
Judgment for plaintiff, with costs; immediate execution.

[Advertisement], Bendigo Advertiser (9 October 1858), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article87984113 

SHAMROCK CONCERT HALL.
MR. KOHLER has the honor to announce to his kind friends and the public of Bendigo, that on the occasion of taking his
FAREWELL BENEFIT, ON MONDAY EVENING NEXT, He will, at considerable expense, convert the above Hall into an ELEGANT THEATRE . . .
On the above occasion he will spare no expense to procure all the available Musical Talent;
and in addition to the usual programme, he will have the valuable assistance of
MISS URIE, MISS CLIFFORD, MR. LEEMAN, MR. DIXON, and THATCHER.
Instrumentalists: Pianoforte Mr. Linden.
First Violin - Mr. Zilen [sic, ? Zeplin]. [First violin] - Mr. Burgess. Second Violin - Mr. Chittenden.
In addition to the world-renowned SAN FRANCISCO MINSTRELS . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Louisa Urie (vocalist); Minnie Clifford (vocalist); Frederick Leeman (vocalist); Frederick Dixon (vocalist); Charles Thatcher (vocalist); Otto Linden (pianist); ? one of the Zeplin family (violin); George Chittenden junior (violinist); San Francisco Minstrels (troupe); Shamrock Concert Hall (Bendigo venue)

[Advertisement], Bendigo Advertiser (26 November 1858), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article87985164 

FREE MASONS' HOTEL. FRESH ATTRACTION!
MR. J. WOOLF bags to inform the public that he will open his first Free-and-Easy Concert on Saturday Evening next,
when he hopes to see all his old friends around him.
Mr. Schede, Pianist; Mr. Burgess, Violinist; and Mr. Jackson, Conductor.

ASSOCIATIONS: Herman Schede (pianist)

"THE FIRE BRIGADE BALL", Bendigo Advertiser (14 April 1859), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article87988364 

The fourth anniversary of this Institution was duly celebrated by a ball and supper at Abbott's yesterday evening, the arrangements for which were so completely successful as to give general satisfaction . . . The orchestra, under the management of Mr. Burgess, was very effective, and both the selection and execution of the music highly commendable. Dancing was commenced soon after nine o'clock . . .

"THE HAYMARKET THEATRE", Bendigo Advertiser (17 June 1859), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article87989873 

The burlesque burletta of "Fra Diavolo" was reproduced last evening, and drew down immense applause from a crowded house . . . At the conclusion of the piece Miss Kate Warde was brought before the curtain by continued and vociferous cries. 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 "Il Trovatore," and the "March," from "Le Prophete." The several pieces were undoubtedly very beautifully performed, and elicited considerable applause.

ASSOCIATIONS: Kate Warde (actor, vocalist); Eugene Lissignol (musician, fencer); Joseph Henry Pollard (musician); Haymarket Theatre (Bendigo venue)

"THE MASONIC BALL AT ABBOTT'S LYCEUM", Bendigo Advertiser (24 June 1859), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article87990067 

There has, we may almost venture to say, never been a more numerously attended, or more brilliant or successful, and, at the same time, more select ball in Sandhurst than that which came off last night at the Lyceum. The spacious ball room was splendidly decorated with evergreens and flags, and the effect on the first entrance was very fine. The orchestra was capital, and too much credit cannot be given to the several performers. With such musicians as Salaman and Burgess as conductor and leader, it might well be expected that the musical arrangements would be excellent, as they turned out to be . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Joseph Henry Abbott (venue proprietor); Lyceum Theatre (Bendigo venue)

"THE MASONIC BALL (To the Editor of the . . .)", 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.

ASSOCIATIONS: J. W. Picco (musician)

"OUR MUSICAL TALENT", Bendigo Advertiser (6 August 1859), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article87991162

In our report of the late Municipal festivities, we omitted to notice a musical composition by Mr. Joseph Burgess, entitled "The W. V. Simons' Schottische." The piece is certainly well arranged, and is a very pleasing composition.

ASSOCIATIONS: William Vazie Simons was mayor of Bendigo in 1859

"LYCEUM THEATRE", Bendigo Advertiser (5 September 1859), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article87991895 

On Saturday night the Lyceum Theatre was re-opened with a talented little company consisting of Mrs. Oakey, Madame Vitelli, and Messrs. Thatcher and Leeman . . . The orchestral department was under the directorship of Mr. Alfred Oakey, than whom, we believe, there is not a more efficient accompanist on the piano in the colony. Mr. Burgess on the violin, and Mr. Oakey on the pianoforte, also did service in the introduction of overtures, &c., in the intervals of the programme. The house was crowded, as it deserved to be, and we hope the re-opening of the Lyceum will be a success.

ASSOCIATIONS: Eliza Oakey (vocalist and musician, wife of Alfred Oakey); Annie Vitelli (vocalist)

"THE MUNICIPAL BALL", Bendigo Advertiser (5 August 1859), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article87991133 

This event, which had for its object the inauguration of the Town Assembly Room, came off last night with appropriate eclat . . . The orchestral arrangements had been entrusted to those well-known ball-room musicians, Messrs. Burgess, Linden, and Kohler, who with the band engaged by them on this occasion in nowise lessened their previous professional reputation . . .

"NEW INSOLVENTS", The Argus [Melbourne, VIC] (21 March 1860), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5679230

Joseph Bird Burgess, of Sandhurst, musician.
Causes of insolvency - Want of money, and absence of employment, pressure of a creditor, and fear of imprisonment under Fellows's Act.
Liabilities, £83 16s. 6d.; assets, £55 ; deficiency, £28 16s. 6d. Mr. Courtney, official assignee.

"KANGAROO FLAT CEMETERY", Bendigo Advertiser (2 May 1860), 2

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A meeting of the trustees of the Kangaroo Flat Cemetery, was held yesterday, at the Glasgow Arms Hotel, for the purpose of appointing a sexton . . . Sixteen persons sent in applications with testimonials for the vacant office. The successful candidate was Mr. Joseph Burgess of Sandhurst.

"HAYMARKET THEATRE. THE PHILHARMONIC SOCIETY'S CONCERT", Bendigo Advertiser (17 November 1860), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article87948045 

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 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. The Philharmonic Society may now be said to have gained a footing amongst us . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Eliza Stewart Ellis (vocalist); Nathaniel Hallas (musician); Mr. Hid (musician); Frederick Alexander Bower (musician); William Francis Sayer (musician); James or Thomas Hunter (musician); Charles William Von Ende (musician); Bendigo Philharmonic Society (association)

"WESLEYAN CHAPEL, KANGAROO FLAT", Bendigo Advertiser (7 October 1862), 2

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On Sunday last a valuable addition and desideratum to vocal music was effected in this place of worship, in the shape of a handsome and well-toned harmonium, which had come direct from Melbourne, and cost the moderate sum of £39. The rendering of the various pieces of sacred music, both morning and evening, was ably executed by Mr. Joseph Burgess, the well-known and talented musician . . . - Communicated.

"ST. MARK'S CHURCH, KANGAROO FLAT", Bendigo Advertiser (1 December 1862), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article87904032 

The interior of this little edifice is worthy of a brief notice. It is neatly fitted up in a plain unornamental style. A fine toned harmonium has been added, at which Mr. Burgess is the instrumentalist . . .

[News], The Riverine Herald [Echuca, VIC; Moama, NSW] (8 December 1869), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article115119747 

We are informed that Mr. Towle and Dr. Crossen waited on Madame Simonsen yesterday afternoon for the purpose of requesting her to sing, during her stay in Echuca, a song composed by Mr. J. B. Burgess, which H.R.H. the Duke of Edinburgh permitted him to dedicate to him. Madame Simonsen expressed her willingness to comply with the request, and the song will be sung by her probably this evening.

ASSOCIATIONS: Alfred (duke of Edinburgh)

"DEATHS", The Argus (20 March 1870), 4

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BURGESS. - On the 25th inst., at Moama, New South Wales, accidentally killed by a fall from a vehicle, Nellie Bird, elder daughter of Joseph Bird Burgess, late of Walworth, Surrey, professor of music, in the sixth year of her age. London papers please copy.

"THE NEWS OF THE DAY", The Age (13 July 1870), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article189333206 

We have to acknowledge the receipt of the music and words of a song composed by Mr. J. B. Burgess, entitled Rest, Rest, Thou Gentle Sea. It was sung by Madame Simonson with immense success in the country districts, and has been splendidly got up. Mr. R. J. Paling is the publisher.

ASSOCIATIONS: Fanny Simonsen (vocalist); Richard John Paling (musicseller, publisher)

[News], The Argus (19 July 1870), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5826184

We have had submitted to our notice by Mr. Paling, of Collins street, a song composed by Mr. Joseph Bird Burgess, entitled "Rest, rest, thou gentle sea." There is nothing in the song that is at all displeasing, but it is in nowise distinguished by special merit from numberless compositions of the same stamp which are produced every season with the greatest regularity.

"NEW SONG", Bendigo Advertiser (23 July 1870), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article87912883

We have to acknowledge the receipt of the words and music of a new song, entitled " Rest, rest, thou gentle sea," composed and dedicated, by special permission, to His Royal Highness the Duke of Edinburgh, by Joseph Bird Burgess, of Moama . . . We hear that two more songs of Mr. Burgess' are in the hands of the publishers. He is also preparing a volume of his sacred compositions for the press, which is to be published by subscription.

"New Song", The Tarrangower Times and Maldon and Newstead Advertiser [VIC] (30 July 1870), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article265379168 

We have already acknowledged the receipt of a new song from the publisher, Mr. R. J. Paling, Collins-street, Melbourne, but our description was inaccurate. It is entitled, "Rest, Rest thou Gentle Sea," by Mr. Joseph Bird Burgess, is dedicated by special permission to His Royal Highness the Duke of Edinburgh, and has been sang publicly by Madame Simonsen - in our opinion the sweetest prima donna that has ever visited Australian shores. The music is charmingly appropriate to the words - is in the key of G, and ranges from C to G. The contralto notes are particularly pleasing, and generally the song is one that cannot fail to become a favorite in the drawing room. We should much like the public to hear it at some future philanthropic concert in Maldon, when we doubt not the verdict would be that it is a song superior in a great degree to the many that are considered so good simply because they are importations from the old country. As a Victorian composer, Mr. Burgess is some one to be proud of. The Riverine Herald has the following:
- "We hear that two more songs of Mr. Burgess' are in the hands of the publishers. He is also preparing a volume of his sacred compositions for the press, which is to be published by subscription. We have been requested by Mr. Burgess to publish the following letter received by him from His Excellency the Governor: -
"Governor's Office, Melbourne, 9th July 1870, -
Sir, - I am directed to acknowledge the receipt of your letter of the 9th June, 1870, addressed to his Excellency Viscount Canterbury, which letter reached his Excellency on the 7th July, together with the manuscript book of music, the pieces contained in which have been tried and admired. His Excellency directs me to inform yon that he readily acquiesces in in the request that the volume should be dedicated to him, and also as regards the proposed title for the Double 'Canterbury Chant.' I am further directed to request that you will furnish me with particulars as to the publication by subscription of the volume. -
I have the honor to be, air, your obedient servant (signed) J. S. ROTHWELL, A.D.C. To J. B. Burgess.

ASSOCIATIONS: John Manners-Sutton (viscount Canterbury, governor, VIC)

"NEW MUSIC", The Herald [Melbourne, VIC] (17 October 1870), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article244718044 

A new schottische has been published by Paling and Co., for the composer, Mr. Joseph Bird Burgess, which is likely to become a general favorite. The name given to it by the composer is "The Ulupna," and the music is much praised by those who already have had the pleasure of dancing to it. The time and cadence are well marked.

[News], The Argus (11 November 1870), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5837697

We have received from the composer, Mr. J. B. Burgess, the music of a song, "The stars sink one by one from sight," [sic] the words of which appeared in the Dublin University Magazine. Mr. Burgess has dedicated his work to Mr. Amess, the late mayor.

ASSOCIATIONS: Samuel Amess (former mayor of Melbourne)

[Advertisement], The Pastoral Times [South Deniliquin, NSW] (12 November 1870), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article267856786 

MR. J. B. BURGESS begs respectfully to announce in reply to numerous inquiries, that his "Ulupna Schottische" will issue from the publishers in a few days, as will his new song, "The stars sink one by one from night."
This song is dedicated by permission, to the Right Worshipful the Mayor of Melbourne.
Ranging from E to F, it will be found within the compass of nearly every class of voice.
Mr. Burgess's compositions can be obtained from the principal music-sellers both at Melbourne and Sydney.
In reference to Piano-forte tuning, Mr. Burgess begs to state that he has followed up this branch of his profession for almost a quarter of a century, the first part of his experience being gained in London.
His constituents comprise nearly the whole of the leading squatters and inhabitants within a radius of more than one hundred miles of Deniliquin, for the majority of whom he has tuned for many years past.
Mr. Burgess having been informed on the most indisputable authority that certain travelling tuners - persons who have no settled district, but are continually migrating from town to town - have asserted to several of his supporters that he has abandoned a portion of his district, deems it right that this fabrication should have publicity.
To those persons who may be desirous of improving their knowledge of the theory of music, Mr. Burgess will be most happy to give lessons in those vitally important branches of musical learning - Thorough Bass, Counterpoint, &c.
Terms. - Half-a-guinea a Lesson. Address. - Moama or Echuca.

"CHURCH OF ENGLAND", The Riverine Herald (31 December 1873), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article113594830 

We feel much pleasure in expressing our approbation of the musical portion of the service at Christ Church on the morning of Christmas Day. The organist (Mr. Connebee) and the choir - led by Miss Fallow - did their duty remarkably well. Their rendering of the Christmas hymn, "Hark! the herald angels sing," is deserving of more than a passing notice. The musical setting of this hymn is, we are informed, the composition of our old friend and townsman, Mr. J. B. Burgess, and was composed by him expressly for the choir of this church for the Christmas service of last year. Mr. Burgess has been very successful in this composition, the style of which, though peculiarly joyous, is not wanting in solemnity. It is altogether in keeping with the spirit of the hymn. We believe that this tune, which is designated "Dulverton" will be comprised in the volume of Mr. Burgess's sacred compositions now publishing in London under the especial patronage of Viscount Canterbury, who has ordered six copies to be sent to him. His Excellency Sir George Bowen has also liberally extended his patronage to the work. Upwards of 600 copies of this book are already subscribed for, and it is believed that before long the number will be increased to 1,000. We can only say that we cordially wish Mr. Burgess the success his ability merits.

"THE CHURCH OF ENGLAND CONCERT", The Riverine Herald [Echuca, VIC; Moama, NSW] (16 December 1874), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article115186559 

The concert which took place at the Shire-Hall on Monday night, in aid of the Church of England funds, was without exception, the most enjoyable entertainment that we have had, for a longtime. The hall was neatly full, and the audience comprised the representatives of every class in the community . . . Mr. J. B. Burgess opened with a very pretty composition of his own, the "Ulupna Schottische" . . . A song called "The stars sink one by one from night," composed by Mr. J. B. Burgess, the words taken from the Dublin-Magazine, was next sung by Mr. G. H. Kendall, and although a very plaintive melody, possesses more than ordinary merit. It was admirably sung, and elicited an encore . . .

"DEATH", The Riverine Herald [Echuca, VIC; Moama, NSW] (3 August 1875), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article115187845 

BURGESS. - On the 20th April last, at Vermont, Upper Norwood, Surrey, England, Joseph Burgess, in the 66th year of his age, father of Joseph Bird Burgess, Professor of Music, Echuca.

"SACRED MUSIC", Bendigo Advertiser (7 February 1876), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article88253497 

We have received from the compiler "a selection of sacred music," which has been composed and arranged by Mr. Joseph Bird Burgess, of Echuca, and dedicated to Viscount Canterbury, K.C.B. The work is very neatly and clearly printed. Over 900 copies are subscribed for; the names of the subscribers are printed with the work, and we understand that a large number of influential names (including those of Sir Hercules Robinson, the Bishop of Ballarat, and the Dean of Melbourne) reached the author after the work had been placed in the hand of the publishers (Messrs. Chappell and Co., London), and therefore, too late to be inserted in the subscribers' list.

See also "MUSIC, The Riverine Herald (29 January 1876), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article113582971 

"SACRED MUSIC", The Sydney Mail and New South Wales Advertiser (12 February 1876), 205

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article162647665 

We have received from the composer, Mr. J. B. Burgess, a selection of sacred music which is published by Messrs. Chapell and Co., of Bond street, London, and dedicated by permission to his Excellency Viscount Canterbury, ex Governor of Victoria. The work is published by subscription, and the subscribers include a large number of the leading colonists of Victoria, New South Wales, and Queensland. The selection commences with "The Canterbury Chant," single and double, in the key of E flat minor. Then follow two anthems, "Bend your heart " and "O, Lord, correct me," after which there are a number of favourite hymns set to new tunes, a "Sanctus," and "Responses after the Commandments." All this music is arranged for four voices, with organ or pianoforte accompaniment. The characteristics of Mr. Burgess's compositions seem to be a flowing and graceful melody, combined with a full and pleasant harmonious arrangements of the several parts. There is no decided originality in any of these pieces, but they are moderately easy of execution, and pleasing in effect, so that they are likely to find favour at the hands of church choirs.

[News], The Argus (23 February 1876), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article7432939 

We have received from the composer, Mr. Joseph Bird Burgess, a copy of "A Selection of Sacred Music, composed, arranged, and dedicated (by permission) to Viscount Canterbury, K.C.B." The work is admirably got up, and is published by Chappell and Co., 50 New Bond street, London. The composer is Victorian, and lives at Echuca. The work commences with an influential list of between 400 and 500 subscribers, residing in various parts of Victoria and New South Wales. A number of single and double chants, two anthems, nine hymn tunes, a "Sanctus," and responses to the Commandments make up the body of the book. The hymn tunes are very good indeed, and deserve to be taken into common use.

[News], The Argus (27 May 1876), 7

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article7440185 

We have received . . . a new waltz, entitled "La Belle Christine," composed by Joseph Bird Burgess, of Echuca, and dedicated to Miss Christina Rutherford. It is a graceful composition, and easy to play. The cover is adorned with a handsome chromolithograph by Brandard, and the whole work is turned out in admirable style by Chappell and Co., of 50 New Bond-street, London.

ASSOCIATIONS: John Brandard (English lithographer; however, note that Brandard died in 1863, so it cannot have been a new design)

"TOWN NEWS", The Australasian [Melbourne, VIC] (10 June 1876), 20

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article139769242 

Mr. J. B. Burgess, of Echuca, has sent us a waltz, composed by him, under the title of "La Belle Christine Waltz." It is published by Messrs. Chapell and Co., London.

"DEATH", The Riverine Herald (11 January 1895), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article114977957 

BURGESS. - On the 9th inst., at Orson-street, Hay, Margaret, the beloved wife of Joseph Bird Burgess, and mother of John J. Burgess, Yarra-street, Echuca, in her 62nd year. Twenty-five years resident in Echuca.

"DEATHS", The Argus (21 March 1907), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article10623721 

BURGESS. - On the 20th March, at Highton, Geelong, in his 77th year, Joseph Bird, eldest son of the late Joseph Burgess, Esq., Walworth, London, and formerly of Echuca and Hay, N.S.W. (interment at Echuca.)

"OBITUARY", Bendigo Advertiser (25 March 1907), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article89599159 

Many old colonists will regret to hear of the death of Mr. Joseph Bird Burgess, which occurred on Wednesday. Mr. Burgess, who arrived from England in the ship Wandsworth on 1st January, 1853, was a leading figure in the musical world of the infant settlement. In company with Herr Plock he contributed largely to the pleasure of the music-loving public of the Melbourne of those stirring times. In 1854 Mr. Burgess settled in Bendigo, joining Winterbotham's band, which catered so successfully for the old Bendigonians. Ten years later he removed to Echuca, where he made the acquaintance of many of the pioneer pastoralists of Riverina and the northern districts of Victoria. Mr. Burgess was also a musical composer of no mean merit.

ASSOCIATIONs: Adam Plock (musician)

Probate and administration, Joseph B. Burgess, pianoforte tuner; Public Record Office Victoria

https://prov.vic.gov.au/archive/47DDE7F3-F1CF-11E9-AE98-2D4CF57529EF?image=1 (DIGITISED)

https://prov.vic.gov.au/archive/A78DF3EB-F1EA-11E9-AE98-D38D8FEF22C6?image=1 (DIGITISED)

"DEATHS", The Sydney Morning Herald (1 April 1907), 6

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article14852247

BURGESS. - March 20, at his son's residence Highton, Geelong, Victoria, Joseph Bird Burgess, late of Bendigo, Echuca, and Hay, aged 77 years.

Musical editions (extant in red bold; non-extant in black bold):

Rest, rest, thou gentle sea

Rest, rest, thou gentle sea, new song, composed and dedicated, by special permission, to his royal highness the duke of Edinburgh, by Joseph Bird Burgess, of Moama ([Melbourne: Paling, 1870])

NO COPY IDENTIFIED

The stars sink one by one from night (1870)

The stars sink one by one from night, song, the poetry from the Dublin University Magazine, the music composed and most respectfully dedicated by permission to Samuel Amess esq're, the right worshipful the mayor of Melbourne, by Joseph Bird Burgess (Melbourne: Published for the composer by Ch's Troedel, [1870])

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/19313216 

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-165729543 (DIGITISED)

ASSOCIATIONS: Charles Troedel (printer, publisher)

The Ulupna Schottische Joseph Bird Burgess ([Melbourne: Paling] [1870])

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/16894736 

A selection of sacred music (1876)

A selection of sacred music, composed, arranged & dedicated to Viscount Canterbury, K.C.B., by Joseph Bird Burgess (London: Chappell & Co., [1876])

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/8874689 

La belle Christine waltz (1876)

La belle Christine waltz by Joseph Bird Burgess (London: Chappell & Co., [1876])

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/185658280 

BURGESS, Richard (Richard BURGESS; Mr. R. BURGESS)

Musician, organist, pianist, piano tuner

Active Goulburn and southern NSW, 1852-67

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Richard+Burgess+musician+c1852-67 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-B-5.php#BURGESS-Richard (shareable link to this entry)

Documentation:

"MUSICAL", The Goulburn Herald and County of Argyle Advertiser [NSW] (22 May 1852), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article101734365 

The musical public of our neighbourhood will be delighted to hear that a gentleman of great instrumental talents, named Burgess, has been induced to take up his residence in Goulburn. As a pianist and organist there are none in the Colony who can rival Mr. Burgess in fingering, correctness and taste. His performances on the Harmonium at St. Saviour's Church, are perfectly electrifying; under his hands the instrument is made to speak, and to give forth its exqqisitely sombre tones, so admirably adapted to sacred music. His method of instruction has been highly approved of by those families who have as yet sought his services. We may also meution that Mr. Burgess is a most admirable tuner.

[Advertisement], The Goulburn Herald and County of Argyle Advertiser (29 May 1852), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article101734689 

PIANOS. MR. BURGESS BEGS respectfully to tender his sincere thanks to those Ladies and Gentlemen who have so kindly patronised him since his arrival in Goulburn, and to inform the inhabitants of the surrounding districts that he will be happy to wait on those who require his services in tuning or repairing Pianos.
Simons' Hotel, Auburn-street, Goulburn, May 29, 1852.

[Advertisement], The Goulburn Herald and County of Argyle Advertiser (5 June 1852), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article101731708 

Musical Instruction. MR. R. BURGESS, (Organist of St. Saviour's, Goulburn,)
BEGS to return his sincere thanks to those Ladies and Gentlemen who have so kindly patronised him as a Tuner, since his arrival, and to inform them, that at the request of some of the most respectable parties, it is his intention to give instruction in Music, as soon as his present engagements for Tuning, in the surrounding district, are fulfilled.

ASSOCIATIONS: Music in Anglican churches (general)

[Advertisement], The Goulburn Herald and County of Argyle Advertiser (26 June 1852), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article101731494

R. BURGESS, Organist of St. Saviour's Church, TEACHER OF THE PIANO-FORTE & SINGING.
R. B. begs leave to say, he has sufficient time unemployed on Mondays and Saturdays to receive two more pupils. June 25, 1852.

[Advertisement], The Goulburn Herald and County of Argyle Advertiser (10 July 1852), 7

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article101736745 

R. BURGESS, Organist of St. Saviour's, Goulburn,
DEGS leave to return his sincere thanks for the liberal support he has received since his residence in Goulburn, as
A TUNER AND REPAIRER OF PIANO-FORTES, and to inform those ladies and gentlemen in the surrounding districts who have kindly favored him with their commands that as soon as travelling is practicable he will do himself the honor of waiting on them.
Parties in the vicinity of Braidwood, Yass, Queanbeyan, and Gunning, who may require his services, are requested to communicate with him, as his engagements will call him to those districts in a few days.
R. B. begs to say he has had many years PRACTICAL EXPERIENCE in England; and begs to refer to the Rev. W. Sowerby and other most respectable parties who have availed themselves of his services.
Simons' Hotel, Goulburn, July 3, 1852.

ASSOCIATIONS: The advertisement immediately below is for another visiting piano tuner William Dettmer

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (29 July 1852), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12938773 

BRAIDWOOD. R. BURGESS, (Organist of St. Saviour's, Goulburn), TUNER and REPAIRER OF PIANOFORTES,
begs leave respectfully to inform the Inhabitants of Braidwood and its vicinity, that his engagements will call him to that district on the 2nd of August.
Parties requiring his services are requested to intimate the same by addressing to him at the Doncaster Inn, as his engagements will oblige him to leave Braidwood on the 5th.
R. B. begs leave to say, that his intention in visiting this district is to execute the necessary tuning and repairing, at a moderate charge.
Simon's Hotel. Goulburn, July 23.

"BRAIDWOOD", The Goulburn Herald and County of Argyle Advertiser (31 July 1852), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article101734108 

We have to congratulate the musical gentry of Braidwood and its vicinity, that Mr. Burgess, (Organist of St. Saviour's, Goulburn) whose reputation as a tuner and repairer of pianos is so well known, intends visiting them professionally. We of this town have received so much benefit from his residence amongst us, Mr. B. having given entire proof of his mastery in the mechanism of the instrument, as well as possessing the strictest ear for intonation (and our assertions are borne out by the many highly respectable parties for whom he has tuned) that we feel bound to give our neighbours joy of his visit, as notified in our advertising columns.

ASSOCIATIONS: By April 1853 he had been succeeded at St. Saviour's by a Mr. Davis (organist, piano tuner)

[Advertisement], Pastoral Times and Echuca and Moama Chronicle [Deniliquin, NSW] (24 February 1866), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article267898199 

PIANOFORTE TUNING. MR. RICHARD BURGESS, PIANOFORTE TUNER and REGULATOR, will be in Deniliquin immediately.
Communications sent to the office of this paper will be attended to.^

[Advertisement], The Yass Courier [NSW] (9 October 1867), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article263928060 

MR. RICHARD BURGESS, Pianist,
BEGS to inform Parents and others that it is his intention to reside permanently in YASS, and to OPEN CLASSES for giving instruction on the PIANOFORTE.
Arrangements will be made for attending at private houses, schools, &c.
Pianofortes tuned and repaired. Letters for the present to be sent to the Commercial Hotel, Yass.

BURGH, Henry (Henry BURGH; Henry de BURGH)

Amateur vocalist, pianist, composer

Born Ireland, 1816; son of Thomas John BURGH (1786-1845) and Anna Louisa HELY HUTCHINSON (1789-1857)
Arrived Perth, WA, 21 July 1841 (per James Matthews, from London)
Departed Perth, WA, 26 February 1846 (per Cumberland, for Britain)
Married Elizabeth Louisa HENDRICK, St. George, Dublin, 17 August 1848
Died Dublin, Ireland, 29 July 1876

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Henry+de+Burgh+1816-1876 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-B-5.php#BURGH-Henry (shareable link to this entry)

ASSOCIATIONS: Robert de Burgh (d. WA, 1884, brother)

Documentation:

"SHIPPING INTELLIGENCE. ARRIVED", Inquirer [Perth, WA] (28 July 1841), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article65582218 

On the 21st instant, the James Matthews, Roberts, master, from London, touching at the Cape of Good Hope. - Passengers, Messrs. Burgh, Mrs. Roberts, and Mr. F. Luth.

"FREEMASONRY", The Perth Gazette and Western Australian Journal [WA] (28 December 1844), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article645557

The brethren of Lodge 712 yesterday entertained their late Master, his Excellency John Hutt, Esq., at dinner at Leeder's Hotel . . . The intervals between the toasts were occupied by the performance of some choice music, amongst which was an original glee for four equal voices, written for the occasion by Brother Henry Burgh, who presided at the piano. This very able production was beautifully sung by the brethren . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: John Hutt (governor); for an earlier masonic glee, see 2 pages after 472

http://books.google.com.au/books?id=MOcRAAAAYAAJ&pg=PA472-IA2 (DIGITISED)

"MEETING OF FREE AND ACCEPTED MASONS IN PERTH", Inquirer (1 January 1845), 2-3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article65583565

On Friday last, being St. John's Day, the Masonic Lodge No. 712 on the registry of the Grand Lodge of England, met in full strength in their Lodge-room, Perth, for the purpose as well of celebrating this high Masonic festival, as of electing a Worshipful Master to succeed His Excellency Brother John Hutt, and other officers . . . [3] . . .
The usual Masonic toasts were given, and cordially responded to, accompanied by some excellent songs and glees, performed by several of the Brethren, and appropriate to the sentiment of each; among the rest, a Masonic glee, composed expressly for this occasion by Brother Henry Burgh, and which is acknowledged on all hands to be a composition of very great musical merit. A very beautifully executed copy of this glee was presented to Brother Hutt, and as it is unquestionably worthy of publication in any part of the world, we look to have the pleasure of some day seeing it in print, when we are sure it will become a universal favourite among the brethren . . .

See also "WESTERN AUSTRALIA", Freemason's Quarterly Magazine (30 September 1845), 369

http://books.google.com.au/books?id=gvIDAAAAYAAJ&pg=PA369 (DIGITISED)

"SHIPPING INTELLIGENCE. DEPARTURE", The Perth Gazette and Western Australian Journal (28 February 1846), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article646532 

On the 26th inst. the Cumberland, Sinclair, master - Passengers - Mr. F. Wittenoom, Mr. Burgh . . .

The Celtic Lodge, Edinburgh and Leith, No. 291, extract of minutes, 28 November 1846; from lodge website (since decommissioned)

28th November 1846 . . . Bro. The Honourable Henry Burgh, Naas, Ireland, 712 Western Australia Lodge was admitted an Honorary Member of the Celtic Lodge.

"MARRIAGES", Freeman's Journal [Dublin, Ireland] (19 August 1848), 4

https://www.britishnewspaperarchive.co.uk/viewer/bl/0000056/18480819/011/0004 (PAYWALL)

On the 17th instant, in St. George's Church, Henry De Burgh, Esq., to Elizabeth Louisa, daughter of Hans Hendrick, Esq., of Kerdiffstown, county Kildare.

"CHORAL SOCIETY'S CONCERT", The Inquirer (20 January 1869), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article66033877

We call the attention of the lovers of harmony and melody to an advertisement of the Perth Choral Society in our issue of this day. There are still many among us who remember the charming concerts given long since in Perth, and to which Mr. and Mrs. Symmons, Mr. Wittenoom, Mr. Stone, Mr. Schoales, Mr. Lochée, Mr. H. de Burgh, and Mrs. Maycock contributed their great and varied talents . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Charles and Joanna Symmons (amateurs); John Burdett Wittenoom (amateur); Alfred Hawes Stone (amateur); John Schoales (amateur); Alfred Lochee (amateur); Eliza Maycock (amateur)

Other sources:

Henry de Burgh's diary, 28 March 1841 to 3 February 1844, from England to the Avon Valley, WA; State Library of WA

http://catalogue.slwa.wa.gov.au/record=b1827526~S2

Henry de Burgh, Find a grave

https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/182938871/henry-de_burgh 

BURGIN, Philip (Philip BURGIN; Mr. BURGIN)

Comic vocalist, actor, confectioner, pastry cook

Born London, England, c. 1808 (? 1814); son of William BURGIN and Henrietta ("unknown")
Arrived Melbourne, NSW (VIC), by May 1841
Married Maria MURRAY, St. Peter, Melbourne, VIC, 19 May 1862 (aged "48")
Died Melbourne, VIC, 31 October 1872, aged "64"

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Philip+Burgin+c1808-1872 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-B-5.php#BURGIN-Philip (shareable link to this entry)

Documentation:

[Advertisement], Port Phillip Patriot and Melbourne Advertiser [NSW (VIC)] (31 May 1841), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article226509969 

NOTICE. P. BURGIN, from London, pastry-cook and confectioner,
begs respectfully to form the Inhabitants of Melbourne, that he has re-opened the shop late in possession of Messrs. Harrison and Hames, where he intends carrying on the above line of business.
From the long experience P. B. has had, in the trade, in some of the best shops in London, he flatters himself he shall be able to give the public satisfaction . . .

"DOMESTIC INTELLIGENCE", Port Phillip Gazette (3 September 1842), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article225012900 

The Pavilion opened on Monday and Thursday nights. On the former occasion, the bill of fare presented for the evening's entertainment - The Irish Tutor, in which Mr. Burgin (whose famous song of "Larry O'Brien" had gained him the patronage of the Gods) made his debut as Teddy O'Rourke . . . The entertainments on Thursday night were mingled with some good singing - a pleasant species of interlude, which has latterly, from the length of the pieces, been omitted. Miller amused in the comic song of "My Father's Gun; " and Miss Sinclair pleased in the sweet madrigal of "After many roving years" . . . The theatre will open again on Monday night when will be played a piece entitled the Wood Demon. If for the spectacle lone this performance is well worth attending. Mr. Buckingham, the stage manager, who is justly famous for his talent in arranging and bringing out scenery and decorations, has had the Wood Demon in rehearsal for a week past . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: William Miller (actor, vocalist); George Buckingham (actor, manager); Pavilion Theatre (Melbourne venue, also known as the Royal Victoria Theatre, and occasionally as the Theatre Royal)

[Advertisement], Melbourne Times (3 September 1842), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article226925430 

ROYAL VICTORIA THEATRE . . . MONDAY EVENING, the 5th instant . . . A Song - By Mr. Burgin . . .

[Advertisement], Port Phillip Gazette (5 November 1842), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article225010104 

BUCKINGHAM'S BENEFIT . . . MONDAY EVENING NEXT, the 7th November,
will be performed, for the first time in Australia, the Grand Melo-Dramatic Tale of Enchantment,
with new Dresses, Scenery, Machinery, Music, and Decorations, founded on those popular Tales of the Fairies, and dramatised from the Frozen Hand, entitled
THE ICE WITCH; Or, the FAIRY OF THE SUN.
After which, The Irish Ballad of "Norah Crena," Miss Vincent.
"Larry O'Brien," (by desire,) - Mr. Burgin.
A Sailors Hornpipe, - By a Gentleman . . .

MUSIC: Larry O'Brien (comic song)

[Advertisement], Port Phillip Gazette (10 December 1842), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article225008276 

ROYAL VICTORIA THEATRE . . . THIS EVENING, December 10, will be performed THE SPECTRE BRIDEGROOM. Song - By Mr. Burgin . . .

"THEATRE", Port Phillip Gazette (17 December 1842), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article225012523 

On Thursday evening, Mr. McMillan having kindly postponed his benefit in favor of Mr. Burgin, that of the latter came off with great eclat. The drama of Love's Frailties being performed with the assistance of the constellation of London stars who are now in Melbourne, en route to Sydney. Mr. H. Deering, as Lubin, acted admirably . . . The afterpiece was Clari, in which Mrs. Mereton took the part of Clari, and Mr. Mereton that of Rolamo . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Henry Shinton Deering (actor); Thomas Mereton and wife (actors); on the performance, see also "THEATRICALS", Melbourne Times (17 December 1842), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article226925209 

[Advertisement], Port Phillip Gazette (21 January 1843), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article225012666 

ROYAL VICTORIA THEATRE. This EVENING, Jan. 21st . . . the laughable farce of A SOLDIER AND SAILOR, A Tinker and a Tailor.
After which, Larry O'Brien - By Mr. Burgin. We are all Nervous - By Mr. Miller . . . Song - Mr. Burgin . . .

[Advertisement], Port Phillip Gazette (28 January 1843), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article225011438 

ROYAL VICTORIA THEATRE. MRS. MURRAY 'S FAREWELL . . . THIS EVENING, SATURDAY . . .
A favorite Song - MR. BURGIN. "Some love to roam" (in character) - MRS. MURRAY . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Dinah Rudelhoff Murray (actor, vocalist)

"THEATRE DISTURBANCE", Melbourne Times (25 March 1843), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article226925441 

On Thursday night in consequence of the improper behaviour of the performers a disturbance occurred which for obscenity of exhibition has no parallel in the district. One of the stewards interfering to keep order was with two of his friends violently assaulted, and the performances closed amidst the greatest uproar and riot. On the following day a meeting of the stewards was held to investigate the affair when it was found necessary to censure and fine the stage manager and to dismiss Messrs. Davis, Burgin, and Miller . . .

"MR. BUCKINGHAM"S BENEFIT", Melbourne Times (13 May 1843), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article226925365 

On Monday evening last, the benefit of Mr. Buckingham, the Stage Manager, came off . . . The performances consisted of the Pantomime entitled Robinson Crusoe, or, the Frozen Regions. Songs of a variegated nature then followed, and the evening's entertainments concluded with Lovers' Quarrels . . . Mr. Burgin, who we are glad to see once more upon the boards, also Mrs. Murray, and Mr. Buckingham entertained the audience with comic songs, which were well received . . .

[Advertisement], Port Phillip Gazette (14 June 1843), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article225008640 

MELBOURNE THEATRE. MESSRS. LIGHTWOOD AND BURGIN'S BENEFIT,
TO-MORROW EVENING, JUNE 15, 1843 . . . TOM AND JERRY; OR, LIFE IN LONDON . . .
To be followed, for the second time in the Colony, the celebrated Song and Chorus,
JACK SHEPPARD; KNOWN BY THE NAME OF NIX MY DOLY PALS FAKE AWAY.
To which will be added A MUSICAL INTERLUDE.
Comprising a favorite Dance, MR. HARPER.
A Comic Duet, by a LADY and GENTLEMAN!
Sailor's Hornpipe, - MR. BOYD.
A new and original song - MR. BURGIN . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Mr. Lightwood (scenic artist)

"THE THEATRE", Port Phillip Gazette (13 December 1843), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article224810093 

In pursuance of the permission granted by the authorities to Mr. Knowles, the Theatre was opened on Monday evening last, at reduced prices . . . Mr. Burgin favored the audience with an Irish comic song, but not with that success which distinguished his debut in Larry O'Brien. His comic powers of song seem to have vanished with that effort. However, a new song to this popular air has been been written for him by one of the former amateur club, of the merits of which we will speak when produced. Mrs. Murray sang her favorite "Buy a Broom," and made some profitable sales, considering the present state of the monetary crisis . . . We would suggest that the orchestra should endeavour to learn some other fragments of airs than those learnt from the humming of Buckingham when stage manager, and since that time the stock score of the Theatre . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Conrad Knowles (actor, manager);

"THEATRICALS. SATURDAY NIGHT", Port Phillip Gazette (7 February 1844), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article224812121 

The amusements for this evening were the farce of "A Race for a Dinner," and "My Poll and my Partner Joe" . . . Mr. Burgin's Irish song of "Oh, I am the boy for bewitching them," lacked that spirit of fire and vivacity with which such songs should be executed. The same song from the mouth of Weekes, would have created roars of laughter. Mr. Burgin should be more successful, with the good voice he possesses, for, though not a strong toned one, it is perfectly true in every note, and not divested of melody. As to Miller's song, he did it all the justice it deserved, and that was certainly little. The theatre did not fill well throughout the evening.

"THE THEATRE. Monday Night", Port Phillip Gazette (10 February 1844), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article224812560 

. . . The House was very full and appeared highly satisfied with their evening's entertainments. Miller sang a comic song of little merit, but made the most of it. Mr. Burgin was advertised for a new song, but the audience were left in pleasing doubt as to its probable merits, as that gentleman did not make his appearance . . .

[Advertisement], Port Phillip Gazette (6 March 1844), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article224811704 

ROYAL VICTORIA THEATRE. THE Public is most respectfully informed, that
TO-MORROW EVENING, MARCH 7th, 1844, will be performed the celebrated burlesque tragic opera, entitled
BOMBASTES FURIOSO. With all the Songs, Glees, and Music . . .
General Bombastes (Commander-in-Chief of the Army) - Mr. Knowles.
Courtiers, MR. ALEXANDER and MR. BURGIN . . .
In the course of the piece the following Songs, Glees, Duets, &c., &c., incidental to the opera will be sung :
Opening Duet, "What will your Majesty please to wear," BY MR. ALEXANDER and MR. BURGIN . . .
Finale, "Briny tears I'll shed," by the whole of the Characters.
IMMEDIATELY AFTER WHICH COMIC SONG - MR. BURGIN. A POPULAR BALLAD, MRS. MURRAY.
A SONG - MR. WINTER. COMIC SONG - MR. MILLER. A POPULAR SONG - MRS. KNOWLES . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Harriet Jones Knowles (actor, vocalist)

MUSIC: What will your majesty please to wear (song, in Bombastes furioso), to Tekeli (tune)

"THE THEATRE", Port Phillip Gazette (13 March 1844), 2

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The performances of Saturday evening, were the drama entitled the May Queen, and the extravaganza of Bombastes Furioso . . . Between the pieces several songs were given. Burgin's was a failure. Miller's as usual was good and full of humour. Winter endeavoured to acquit himself well, and would have succeeded had he been more judicious in the selection of his song. Mrs. Murray was labouring under a severe attack of cold, and we were unable to catch either the words or the tune . . . Bombastes Furioso, followed, and was if we mistake not considerably abridged. Many of the glees, were very creditably executed, when it is remembered that some of the performers are wholly unacquainted with music . . .

[Advertisement], Port Phillip Gazette (11 May 1844), 2

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ROYAL VICTORIA THEATRE.A nautical Drama of great, interest at half price. THIS EVENING, MAY 11th, 1844 . . .
The whole to conclude with by particular desire, the highly affecting nautical spectacle, entitled
BLACK EYED SUSAN; or, ALL IN THE DOWNS.
In the course of the piece Mrs. Knowles will sing a favourite song, "Poor Bessy,"
and Mr. Burgin the admired ballad of "Black Eyed Susan."

MUSIC: Sweet William's farewell to Black-eyed Susan (words by John Gay)

[Advertisement], Port Phillip Gazette (11 May 1844), 3

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Royal Victoria Theatre. First of a grand new Melo-dramatic Romance,
First night also of one of the most popular Farces ever performed in London.
MR. BURGIN BEGS most respectfully to inform the Gentry of Melbourne, the Patrons of the Drama, and the Public generally, that his
BENEFIT WILL TAKE PLACE ON MONDAY NEXT, MAY 13 . . .
AFTER THE DRAMA, Hornpipe, by an Amateur, his first appearance.
Song, "Biddy Maguire," by Mr. Burgin.
Song, "Shakpeare's Seven Ages," Mr. Knowles.
Comic Song, "Uncle Ben's Gun," Mr. Brannagan, from the Theatre Royal, Dublin and Belfast.
Song, " Mountain Maid," Mrs. Knowles.
Comic Song, "The Artful Dodge," Mr. Miller . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: ? Mr. Brannagan (comic vocalist)

MUSIC: Biddy Maguire of Ballinaclash (song)

"MR. BURGIN'S BENEFIT", Port Phillip Gazette (18 May 1844), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article224811255 

After having been edified and interested by sentiments and oratory or the teetotal meeting, (for the report of which see our columns) we had just time enough left to visit the Victoria, and scrutinise the doings there. The house was crowded and apparently has been the best benefit which has yet taken place. The first piece "Will Watch," a favorite Surrey piece when T. P. Cooke, performed the hero, we did not see, but understood that it was well played, and had been produced with great pains and care. Several songs succeeded, Burgin appeared to be animated with superior powers on this occasion, and sang "Biddy Maguire" with considerable humour. Miller gave us "The Artful Dodge" in his usually comic style, and received a deafening encore to which he replied by judiciously repeating a portion of his song. Mrs. Knowles maintained her reputation as a pleasing singer in "the Mountain Maid." A hornpipe was danced in first-rate style and spirit by an amateur . . . The house was orderly and very full.

[Playbill], 1 July 1844, Royal Victoria Theatre, Melbourne; National Library of Australia

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/32383254 

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-52753297 (DIGITISED)

ROYAL VICTORIA THEATRE. MRS. AVINS' BENEFIT.
MONDAY NEXT, 1ST OF JULY; LAST NIGHT OF THE SEASON . . .
AFTER THE DRAMA, A NEW COMIC SONG BY MR. BURGIN . . .
The whole to conclude with, for the first time, an entirely new comic Pantomime, with new local scenery, tricks, dresses, and decorations, by Mr. Miller, entitled the
FIEND OF THE WAVE, OR Harlequin and the Fairy of the Coral Rock.
The whole of the music arranged by Mr. Richards; scenery by Messrs. Boyd and Miller; dresses by Mr. Avins . . .
The whole under the management of MRS. KNOWLES.

ASSOCIATIONS: Julia Avins (actor, vocalist); Henry Augustus Richards (musician)

[Advertisement], Port Phillip Gazette (6 November 1844), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article224810435 

Royal Victoria Theatre . . . THURSDAY, 7th of November, 1844 . . .
A Comic Song - Mr. Burgin. A New Version of Billy Barlow, by Mr. Lee . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: John Herman Selwyn Lee (actor, vocalist)

MUSIC: Billy Barlow (song and parodies)

"THE THEATRE", Port Phillip Gazette and Settler's Journal (14 October 1846), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article223152591 

A series of entertainments will be presented, at this popular place of amusement to-morrow evening for the benefit of Mr. Boyd, on which occasion Mrs. Wallace, Mrs. Boyd and Mr. Burgin will re-appear . . .

ASSOCIATION: Caroline Wallace (actor, vocalist); Queen's Theatre (Melbourne venue)

[Advertisement], Port Phillip Gazette and Settler's Journal (1 December 1847), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article223153720 

[Queen's Theatre] . . . FRIDAY EVENING, DEC, 3, 1847 . . .
Song," Larry O'Brien," - Mr. Burgin (Only night of the season.) . . . Song, - Mrs. Clarke . . .

ASSOCIATION: Anne Remens Clarke (vocalist, actor)

[Advertisement], Port Phillip Gazette and Settler's Journal (20 November 1849), 3

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ROYAL EXCHANGE HOTEL, COLLINS-STREET . . .
THE BILLIARD ROOM . . . is under the abe care of MR. P. BURGIN
who challenges any gentleman in the city or colony to play for £20 a-side . . .

Certificate of marriage, 1862, St. Peter's Eastern Hill

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/9732/images/43331_1831109387_0022-00018?pId=274 (PAYWALL)

No. 1383 [2383] On [19 May 1862] at St. Peter's Church Melbourne Marriage by Licence
was solemnized between US . . . Philip Burgin, Gore Street, Fitzroy, 48 years, Pastry Cook, Bachelor . . . Birth place London Parents . . . William Burgin Pastry Cook / Henrietta unknown
[and] Maria Murray . . . 35 years, Spinster, Birth place Cavan Parents Henry Murray Farmer / Catherine Hudson . . .

"DEATHS", The Argus (7 November 1872), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5841997 

BURGIN - On the 31st ult., Mr. Philip Burgin, an old and much respected colonist, aged 64 years.

"SUMMARY FOR EUROPE . . . DEATHS IN THE HOSPITALS . . . MELBOURNE HOSPITAL", The Argus (7 November 1872), 3 supplement

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5841994 

. . . Burgin, Philip, pastrycook, aged 64, native of London; arrived in 1839 by the Swan, brig [sic]; died October 31, of morbus cordis.

Documentation:

[Edmund Finn] The chronicles of early Melbourne, 1835 to 1852, historical, anecdotal and personal by "Garryowen" (Melbourne: Fergusson and Mitchell, 1888), 472

http://arrow.latrobe.edu.au:8080/vital/access/manager/Repository/latrobe:34479 (DIGITISED)

https://books.google.com.au/books?id=6iSS5TZaNncC&pg=PA472 (DIGITISED)

THE MELBOURNE COMPANY . . . There is one song in particular, which we have heard [Falchon] sing at least fifty times, with bursting sides; we mean, "Paddy's Wedding;" this song has hitherto been awfully butchered by Burgin . . ." The "butcher" Burgin was first a confectioner, and next a billiard player, who occasionally eked out a few shillings a week at the Pavilion . . .

Phillip Burgin [sic], Find a grave

https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/196654184/phillip-burgin 

BURKE, D. D. (D. D. BURKE)

Comic vocalist

Active Maryborough, VIC, 1858

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=D+D+Burke+comic+vocalist (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-B-5.php#BURKE-D-D (shareable link to this entry)

Documentation:

"CONCERT AT THE GOLDEN AGE", Maryborough and Dunolly Advertiser [VIC] (5 October 1858), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article253589375 

We were guilty of an unpardonable emission in our last issue, in failing to notice the concert at the Golden Age. We the more regret this, because, although the company is as excellent at any that has yet visited Maryborough, the attendance has been exceedingly disproportionate. Mr. John Gregg will be known to most of our readers, either personally or by repute, as one of the best bass singers in Australia. We can remember the time when the announcement of his name on the bills would serve to fill the Melbourne Mechanics' Institute. It is sufficient to say that his voice and style have lost none of their excellence, and that our readers will do well to avail themselves of the few opportunities yet left them of enjoying a rare treat. Mr. Jervis has a fine tenor voice; we heard him sing some Scottish ballads with much feeling and expression. Mr. D. D. Burke's comic songs were received with considerable applause. This company have kindly volunteered their services for the Hospital Benefit to-night. We trust they will, themselves, take one before leaving the district.

"THE HOSPITAL BENEFIT", Maryborough and Dunolly Advertiser (8 October 1858), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article253589395 

We were sorry to we a much smaller attendance on Tuesday evening, than the excellence of the entertainment merited. Those who were there we believe spent a pleasant evening . . . Messrs. Sams and Burke sang several comic songs, and received encores. The former in "The Charity Boy," and the latter in " The Volunteer Rifle Brigade," made quite a hit . . .

[Advertisement], Maryborough and Dunolly Advertiser (8 October 1858), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article253589421 

GOLDEN AGE CONCERT HALL, MARYBOROUGH.
Extraordinary Attraction for This (Friday) Night only.
Being for the BENEFIT of MESSRS. GREGG AND HOUDIN,
On which occasion the following Artistes will appear: -
Mr. John Gregg
Mr. Jervis
Mr. E. Granville
Mr. Sams
Mr. D. D. Burke
Herr Schluter, and
Professor Houdin, Who will amuse his audience with several new tricks . . .