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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 2024-25, and newly added documentation (including genealogical data) and Trove tagging 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.

HORAN, Peter (Peter HORAN)

Amateur musician, trombone player, bootmaker

Born Sydney, NSW, 1834; son of Peter HORAN and Mary McCARTHY
Married Helen LONG (d. 1892), Sydney, NSW, 1861
Died Balmain, NSW, 20 March 1901, aged "66"

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Peter+Horan+1834-1901 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

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

Documentation:

Births, NSW, 1834; BDM NSW, 352/1834 V1834352 126

1834 / Peter son of Peter and Mary Horan

ASSOCIATIONS: Peter Horan (c. 1798-1842; convict per Almorah, 1820, 7 years), aged 34, and Mary McCarthy (c. 1803-1852; convict per Burrell, 1832, 7 years), aged 31, married at St. Mary's, Sydney, on 3 March 1834

"Deaths", The Sydney Morning Herald (21 March 1901), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article14379221 

HORAN - March 20, 1901 at his residence. No 57 Mullins street, Balmain, Peter Horan, aged 66 years. RIP.

"OLD SYDNEY. . . (By 'OLD CHUM') . . . CLARIONET PLAYER", Truth [Brisbane, QLD] (17 July 1910), 11

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article201755567

Under date June 23, 1910, Mr. M. J. Conlon, for whose ready and valued assistance in compiling these chapters I am deeply grateful, writes: -
"Dear Old Chum, - One of your correspondents asks in your 'Old Sydney' column in last Sunday's issue if I know the name of the clarinet player who was a farrier in George-street, Sydney, and who played in Sergeant-Major Baynes's band many years ago. His name was Michael McMahon, and his shop was next door to Mr. Michael Farrell's Farriers' Arms Inn, George-street, nearly opposite the Royal Hotel. The spot is now occupied by Lassetter and Co., Limited. Michael McMahon learned his music this way. In 1850 [sic] the late Very Reverend Archdeacon McEncroe, who was parish priest of St. Patrick's, Church-hill, started a crusade against intemperance. He had a meeting one night a week in the school-room that is under the church; he always took the chair and invited the public, of whatever denomination, to assist at the meetings. He usually had several gentlemen, fluent speakers, with him, who gave short lecture on temperance. The meetings were so successful that the Archdeacon thought that he would establish a musical band. He invited the young men of the parish to come and join - they did so. The Archdeacon provided all the instruments, and the band, when ready, played at all the temperance gatherings. Michael McMahon took a clarinet, and his brother, Thomas, a cornet. The latter turned out one of the best colonial players up to that time. The band, I think, did not play for money as a band, but individual players in years after did. Thomas McMahon had a son who was a splendid cornet player, and the press of Sydney was loud in his praise about 25 years ago. I do not know what became of him, but Michael and Thomas have long since joined the great majority. There were others, members of that band, well known as citizens. Mr. Peter Horan played, I think, the trombone. He became an employee of Messrs. Richardson and Wrench, the real property auctioneers, of Pitt-street, and was with them for over forty years. At his death the firm paid a very great tribute of respect to his family. There was a great character who was the drummer in that band. His name was Daniel Dore . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Joseph Michael Forde ("Old Chum"); Michael Joseph Conlon (correspondent); Thomas Baynes (volunteer brigade commander); Michael and Thomas McMahon (amateur musicians); John McEncroe (cleric); Daniel Dore (amateur musician); St. Patrick's Band (association)

HORE FAMILY OF MUSICIANS (Hore's saxhorn band)

Arrived Melbourne, VIC, 21 July 1849 (government immigrants per Hope, from Plymouth, 7 March)

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

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Hore's+saxhorn+band (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-H-5.php#HORE-family (shareable link to this entry)

HORE, Joseph (senior) (Joseph HORE; J. HORE; Mr. HORE, senior)

Musician, tailor

Born Shaldon, Devon, England, 1801; St. Nicholas, Ringmore, Shaldon, 17 June 1801; son of James HORE (1770-1851) and Jane STEPHENS (1775-1850)
Married Elizabeth HALL (1798-1866), St. Nicholas, Ringmore, Shaldon, Devon, England, 29 June 1824
Arrived Melbourne, NSW (VIC), 21 July 1849 (per Hope, from Plymouth, 7 March)
Died Melbourne, VIC, 21 July 1865, aged "64"

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Joseph+Hore+1801-1865 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-H-5.php#HORE-Joseph (shareable link to this entry)

HORE, Phillip William (Phillip William HORE; Philip HORE)

Musician

Born Shaldon, Devon, England, 1825; baptised St. Nicholas, Ringmore, 23 October 1825; son of Joseph HORE and Elizabeth HALL
? Arrived Melbourne, NSW (VIC), 21 July 1849 (per Hope, from Plymouth, 7 March)
Died Melbourne, VIC, 10 January 1856, aged "31"

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-H-5.php#HORE-Phillip (shareable link to this entry)

HORE, Joseph Percival (Joseph Percival HORE; Joseph HORE, junior)

Musician, tailor

Born Shaldon, Devon, England, 1826; baptised St. Nicholas, 29 December 1826; son of Joseph HORE and Elizabeth HALL
Arrived Melbourne, NSW (VIC), 21 July 1849 (per Hope, from Plymouth, 7 March)
Married Ellen Esther CLOTHIER, St. Peter's, Melbourne, VIC, 19 April 1852
Died Collingwood, VIC, 9/10 November 1859, aged "32"

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Joseph+Percival+Hore+1826-1859 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-H-5.php#HORE-Joseph-junior (shareable link to this entry)

ASSOCIATIONS: Rufus Henry Hore (1855-1889; musician, son)

HORE, Samuel (Samuel HORE; Mr. S. HORE; from 1865 Mr. HORE)

Musician, trombone player, double bass player, arranger

Born Shaldon, Devon, England, 1834; baptised St. Nicholas, 31 August 1834; son of Joseph HORE and Elizabeth HALL
Arrived Melbourne, NSW (VIC), 21 July 1849 (per Hope, from Plymouth, 7 March)
Married [1] Elizabeth KENNON (d. 1872), St. Peter's, Melbourne, VIC, 3 August 1864
Married [2] Helen Gertrude SILVESTER (Mrs. KENNON), VIC, 1875
Died Richmond, VIC, 15 December 1905, aged 71 years

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Samuel+Hore+1834-1905 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-H-5.php#HORE-Samuel (shareable link to this entry)

ASSOCIATIONS: Allan Hore (1876-1950; musician, son)

HORE, James (James HORE; Jas. HORE; J. HORE; also ? Joseph HORE)

Musician

Born Shaldon, Devon, England, 1835; baptised St. Nicholas, 25 December 1835; son of Joseph HORE and Elizabeth HALL
Arrived Melbourne, NSW (VIC), 21 July 1849 (per Hope, from Plymouth, 7 March)
Married Annie Louisa EMERY (c. 1848-1929), Congregational church, Victoria Parade, East Melbourne, VIC, 15 July 1871
Died Abbotsford, Collingwood, VIC, 17 August 1893, aged "57"

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=James+Hore+1835-1893 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-H-5.php#HORE-James (shareable link to this entry)

HORE, John (John Hamlyn HORE; John HORE)

Musician

Born Shaldon, Devon, England, 17 April 1837; baptised Wesleyan chapel, Teignmouth, 12 May 1837; son of Joseph HORE and Elizabeth HALL
Arrived Melbourne, NSW (VIC), 21 July 1849 (per Hope, from Plymouth, 7 March)
Died Melbourne, VIC, 7 March 1872, aged "34"

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=John+Hore+1837-1872 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-H-5.php#HORE-John (shareable link to this entry)

HORE, Rufus (Rufus HORE; Mr. R. HORE)

Musician, horn player, publican, licensed victualler

Born Shaldon, Devon, 1839 (4th quarter); son of Joseph HORE and Elizabeth HALL
Arrived Melbourne, NSW (VIC), 21 July 1849 (per Hope, from Plymouth, 7 March)
Married Edith LEACH (1843-1889), Holy Trinity, East Melbourne, VIC, 25 December 1865
Died Fitzroy, VIC, 30 December 1886, aged "47"

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Rufus+Hore+1839-1886 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-H-5.php#HORE-Rufus (shareable link to this entry)

HORE, Jacob (Jacob Stephens HORE; Jacob HORE)

Born Shaldon, Devon, 1841 (3rd quarter)
Arrived Melbourne, NSW (VIC), 21 July 1849 (per Hope, from Plymouth, 7 March)
Died Northcote, VIC, 3 January 1922, aged "81"

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-H-5.php#HORE-Jacob (shareable link to this entry)

Documentation:

Baptisms, Shaldon, Devon, 1801; South West Heritage Trust, Devon, 1528A/PR/1/2

https://search.findmypast.com.au/record?id=GBPRS/DEV/100771320/00059 (PAYWALL)

[1801] June 17th / Joseph the son of James & Jane Hore

ASSOCIATIONS: James Hore (1770-1851) and Jane Stephens (1775-1850) married at Shaldon in March 1795

Marriages solemnized in the parish of Saint Nicholas [Ringmore, Shaldon] in the county of Devon in the year 1824; South West Heritage Trust, Devon

https://search.findmypast.com.au/record?id=GBPRS/DEV/100771325/00038 (PAYWALL)

No. 101 / Joseph Hore of this parish and Elizabeth Hall of this parish were married in this Church by Banns this [29 June 1824]
in the presence of James Hore, Ann Hamlyn Hall

Baptisms solemnized in the parish of Saint Nicholas in the county of Devon in the year 1825; South West Heritage Trust, Devon

https://search.findmypast.com.au/record?id=GBPRS/DEV/100771321/00068 (PAYWALL)

No. 454 / [1825] Oct'r 23rd / Philip William Son of / Joseph [and] Elizabeth / Hore / Shaldon / Tailor . . .

Baptisms solemnized in the parish of Saint Nicholas in the county of Devon in the year 1826; register page 63; South West Heritage Trust, Devon

https://search.findmypast.com.au/record?id=GBPRS/DEV/100771321/00074 (PAYWALL)

No. 504 / [1826] Dec'r 29th / Joseph Percival son of / Joseph & Elizabeth / Hore / Shaldon / Tailor . . .

Baptisms solemnized in the parish of St. Nicholas in the county of Devon in the year 1834; register page 100; South West Heritage Trust, Devon

https://search.findmypast.com.au/record?id=GBPRS/DEV/100771321/00111 (PAYWALL)

No. 793 / 1834 August 30th / Samuel son of / Joseph & Elizabeth / Hore / Shaldon / Tailor . . .

ASSOCIATION: He was the second son called Samuel; the first, baptised 11 March 1832, was buried on 24 June 1832

Baptisms solemnized in the parish of St. Nicholas in the county of Devon in the year 1835; register page 5; South West Heritage Trust, Devon

https://search.findmypast.com.au/record?id=GBPRS/DEV/100771322/00015 (PAYWALL)

No. 35 / [1835] Dec'r 25 / James son of / Joseph & Elizabeth / Hore / Shaldon / Tailor . . .

Baptisms, Teignmouth (Wesleyan), Devon; UK National Archives, RG4/1220

https://www.ancestry.com.au/search/collections/2972/records/586109 (PAYWALL)

No. 250 / John Hamlyn the son of Joseph Hore of Shaldon in the parish of St. Nicholas in the county of Devon, taylor [sic]
and of Elizabeth his wife, who was the daughter of Philip and Mary Hall,
was born the [17 April 1837] and [baptised] [12 May 1837] . . .

England census, 6 June 1841, St. Nicholas, Devon; UK National Archives, HO107/263/24/9/12

https://search.findmypast.com.au/record?id=GBC/1841/0263/0361 (PAYWALL)

Shaldon / Joseph Hore / 40 / Tailor // Elizabeth / 40
Percival / 14 // Mary / 11 // Samuel / 6 // James / 5 // John / 4 / Rufus / 1 [all born in county]

Disposal list of the Immigrants per the Ship "Hope" . . . July 1849; Public Record Office Victoria

https://prov.vic.gov.au/archive/E2A106BC-F1B1-11E9-AE98-7353571BB1F2?image=105 (DIGITISED)

Hore / Joseph / Tailor / 48 / went to Melbourne intending to enter into business
Elizabeth / Housekeeper / 50
Joseph / Tailor / 22
Samuel / Stonemason / 14
Mary Jane / Stay maker / 18
Children, James / 13 // John / 11 // Rufus / 9 // Jacob / 8

https://www.ancestry.com.au/discoveryui-content/view/280041:1204 (PAYALL)

Hore Joseph / 48 / Tailor / [native place] St. Nicholas Devonshire
Hore Elizabeth / 50 / Wife / [native place] St. Nicholas Devon
Joseph P. / 22 / Tailor / Shaldon [Devon]
Mary Jane / 18 / Staymaker / [Shaldon Devon]
Samuel / 14 / Mason / [Shaldon Devon]
James / 13 / son / St. Nicholas [Devon]
John / 11 / son / [St. Nicholas Devon]
Rufus / 9 / son / [St. Nicholas Devon]
Jacob / 8 / son / [St. Nicholas Devon]

ASSOCIATIONS: Philip Hore was not listed among the arrivals; if he was on the voyage, he perhaps came as crew

[Advertisement], The Argus [Melbourne, NSW (VIC)] (23 August 1849), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4772493

GERMAN QUARTETTE SOIREES.
The second of the series of German Quartette Concerts, will take place on
TUESDAY EVENING NEXT, the 28th inst., in the large room of the Prince of Wales Hotel.
THE Songs will be accompanied by Mr. Buddee, and that gentleman will give two Solos on the piano.
To give additional variety to the entertainment, the Messrs. Hore will perform a quartette on the saxe horn,
and Master Hore (12 years of age) will perform a solo on the same instrument.
The Programme in a future advertisement. 23rd August, 1849.

ASSOCIATIONS: Julius Buddee (pianist)

"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. The solo of the younger Hore, a lad of twelve years of age, was particularly effective, and received an unanimous encore. And in speaking favourably of his performance, we do it the more conscientiously, from the fact of our taste not generally lying in the direction of "infant phenomena," a genus to which we confess a strong antipathy. In consequence, we presume, of the late news of the attack on the Queen, the evening wound up with the National Anthem, listened to with a degree of loyalty, which would have sent our friend with the "Democracy" mania, happy to his couch for once.

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

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4774548

Musical Entertainment.
THE public are respectfully informed that the Sax Horn Performers, just arrived from England,
intend giving an Evening's Entertainment, at the Mechanic's Institute, on Tuesday, the 11th instant.
For particular see the Programme.

ASSOCIATIONS: Mechanics' Institution (Melbourne venue)

"RECHABITES", The Argus (10 September 1849), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4771499 

On Thursday evening last [6 September], the Honorable and Independent Order of Rechabites in connexion with the Salford Unity, held a tea meeting in honor of the first establishment of a Tent in Melbourne. After the enjoyment of the cheering beverage, several speeches were delivered on the benefit of teetotalism. The sax-horn band was in attendance, and performed some enlivening airs during the evening. A few of the Brethren sang some appropriate songs, and Mr. Reynolds, late of the Sophia brig, gave "The Anchor's Weighed," in first-rate style. There were 300 persons present.

[Advertisement], The Argus (11 September 1849), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4768993 

GRAND CONCERT.
UNDER THE DISTINGUISHED PATRONAGE OF HIS HONOR THE SUPERINTENDENT MR. LA TROBE, HIS HONOR THE JUDGE, HIS WORSHIP THE MAYOR.
J. HORE BEGS to announce that he intends giving an Evening's Entertainment on the Sax Horns,
at the Mechanics' Institute, on TUESDAY, the 11th instant,
on which occasion he has engaged the German Quartette Singers,
and Mr. Crook, who has just arrived from London, where he has appeared before the first nobility.
The Concert will commence precisely at eight o'clock.
Tickets to be obtained at Messrs. Pullar, Pitman, and Clarke, Booksellers, Collins-street,
and Mr. Megson, Music Warehouse, Swanston-street;
Mr. Robe, Watchmaker, Collins-street; and Mr. J. Hore, opposite "Fitzroy Arms," King-street. Tickets - 3s.

ASSOCIATIONS: Charles La Trobe (district superintendent); Joseph Thomas Crook (musician); Joseph Megson (musicseller, musician)

"THE CONCERT", The Argus (11 September 1849), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4768995

The musical entertainment of the Messrs. Hore takes place this evening, at the Mechanics' Institute, and we can assure such of our readers as have not heard the performance of those gentlemen, on the sax-horn, that they have not often the opportunity of listening to such spirit-stirring music.

[Advertisement], The Melbourne Daily News (22 September 1849), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article226322572 

Saxe Horn Band. J. HORE
RESPECTFULLY informs the inhabitants of Melbourne, of his intention of attending to dinner parties and balls,
with the highly esteemed instrument the SAXE HORN;
and as the band consists of his own family, he can attend at the shortest notice.
Private lessons on the Cornopean.
Orders received at Mr. Robe's Watch-maker, Great Collins-street, and at Mr. Hore's Tailor, opposite Fitzroy Arms, King-street.

"THE SAX HORN BAND", Geelong Advertiser [VIC] (6 December 1849), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article93134656 

On Tuesday evening last, we were kindly favored with an invitation by Mr. R. Fawcett, to a private concert by the Sax Horn Band, and we freely admit that music never so much charmed us as on that occasion - the harmonious strains were truly delicious. The pieces that we heard were exceedingly various in character and equally charming in the sostenuto and the staccato passages, but particularly in the latter, which were executed in a masterly style, and were as crisp as any fastidious ear could desire. We have no hesitation in giving the palm to Monsieur Sax's noble invention as the acme of perfection in Brass Instruments. The horn in appearance is exceedingly graceful, and appears to be a combination of the cornet-a-piston, and the French horn, it has three valves, but unlike the cornopean, each valve is open at the bottom, and the performers are under no necessity of carrying a parcel of crooks about with them as is necessary with that instrument; the Sax horn being capable of producing every semi-tone within its compass. The occasion of their visit was accidental - it appears that Mr. Clarke had engaged the Messrs. Hore and Sons to give a series of concerts, at Mack's Hotel, during the Regatta week, and as Mr. Elmes had expressed an intention of opposing Mr. Clarke's arrangements the matter was dropped for the present, but by the peculiar management of the Melbourne Post office, a letter which had been sent by the Friday's mail had not reached its destination on Monday night. We are informed that Mr. Clarke is making arrangements so that the public will shortly have an opportunity of hearing this truly novel and beautiful instrument.

ASSOCIATIONS: Henry Elmes (theatre proprietor); William Clarke junior (musician); Mack's Hotel (Geelong venue); Theatre Royal (Geelong venue);
see also "SAX HORN BAND", Geelong Advertiser (29 November 1849), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article93134252 

"CHRISMAS FESTIVITIES", The Argus (27 December 1849), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4767967 

It is universally remarked that the Christmas festivities have passed off more peaceably and rationally than was ever known before. Not an accident has occurred worth remarking, and notwithstanding the thousands of persons congregated at different places in , and near the city, few appeared to have exceeded the bounds of moderation. The principal places of attraction yesterday were Mr. O'Shea's the Olive Branch, and Mr. Conway's, the Travellers' Rest, Collingwood. At the former place a tent was erected on the green, from which a number of persons, including many respectable females were spectators of the sports. The excellent Saxe Horn Band was stationed in a temporary balcony erected in front of the house, and played a number of favourite airs, whilst thousands enjoyed themselves on the green by participating in or witnessing old English sports which the host had provided. An ox having been roasted in the open air, was cut up and served out to all who pleased to partake thereof; the greasy pole, surmounted, by a hat afforded the Juveniles and many children of larger growth a hard struggle, and many a hearty laugh and many house elapsed before the feat was accomplished. Walking, jumping, and running matches, quoits, and a variety of other athletic games, were the amusements of the day . . .

[Advertisement], The Argus (28 February 1850), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4768892

THIS EVENING, 28th FEBRUARY.
MR. REED'S CONCERT GRAND CONCERT, AT THE MECHANICS' INSTITUTE . . .
With every desire to render this Concert in all respects novel and attractive,
Mr. Reed has engaged THE SAX HORN BAND
Who will assist in the Instrumental pieces;
he has also obtained the use of several military drums and other instruments,
which he hopes to give the original effects in JULLIEN'S CELEBRATED DRUM POLKA . . .
PROGRAMME. PART I. OVERTURE - "LA GAZZA LADRA", military drums, &c. - Rossini . . .
PART II. SHAKSPERIAN OVERTURE, Introducing all the favourite ancient dramatic melodies, arranged expressly for the occasion by T. Reed - Sir H. R. Bishop . . .
TO CONCLUDE WITH Jullien's Celebrated Drum Polka,
With the original effects of military drums, &c., &c. . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Thomas Reed (musician)

"HORTICULTURAL EXHIBITION", The Argus (18 March 1850), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4767684 

This exhibition which had excited considerable interest, came off on Saturday morning [16 March], under very favourable auspices as far as weather was concerned. At twelve o'clock the gates were thrown open to the public, and from that time till dusk, the gardens were well filled by numerous little parties of respectable visitors. The sax-horn players, strengthened by sundry recruits from the teetotal band and a few amateurs, lent assistance to the pleasures of the day, performing a variety of gallops, polkas, and other pieces of a lively character, and contributing very materially to the amusement of the spectators . . .

"ST. PATRICK'S BALL. To the Editor of . . .", The Argus (23 March 1850), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4774120 

Sir, - On reading the Herald of yesterday, I observed an article headed "The St. Patrick's Ball." Having been present upon that occasion, curiosity naturally led me to peruse its contents; and if, Mr. Editor, you or any of the members of your estimable journal were there, you will be at no loss to conceive the sentiments cherished by me to its author. He says, "If ever St. Patrick was duly honoured at the many Irish festivals established under the patronage of the St. Patrick's Society, the ball held at the Hibernian Hall, on Monday Evening, did him double honour, &c." He proceeds, "About two hundred assembled, and, with the aid of the Sax Horn Band, continued to enjoy themselves to their hearts' content until long after daybreak, &c."
Now, Mr. Editor, not wishing to detain you longer than necessary, I beg leave to state, that the whole of the foregoing quotations are, from beginning to end, a gross fabrication of falsehoods, as no ball that has come off in Melbourne yet (at least that I have been at, and I believe I have been at most of them,) gave more general dissatisfaction than the one alluded to. The total number of persons assembled did not exceed 70, and the band was not only almost inaudible, but was positively void of either time or tune. Do not suppose I mean to imply that the Messrs. Hore are indifferent performers; far from it; but I mean to say they were attempting an instrument which evidently they did not understand, namely, the Violin, so that so far from its being the Sax Horn Band, it was nothing more or less than a few individuals practising at the expense of the company . . .
I have the honour to be,
Sir, Your obedient servant,
- HOMO.

[Advertisement], The Melbourne Daily News (18 September 1850), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article226519597 

Hore's Splendid Saxe Horn Band.
THE MESSRS. HORE have great pleasure in informing the Gentry of Melbourne,
that having received from London, the latest and most fashionable Operatic Music,
including the most admired Waltzes, Quadrilles, Polkas &c.,
they are prepared to enter into engagements for the approaching festivities
in honor of SEPARATION, for public or private Balls, Festivals, Assemblies, &c.
The MESSRS. HORE take this opportunity of thanking the Gentry of Melbourne and Geelong
who have honoured them with their patronage and support since their arrival in this Province,
and assure them it will ever be their duty to merit that approbation which has been so liberally bestowed upon them.
Fur Terms apply to Mr. Hore, Saxe Horn Band, Elizabeth Street, - he having no connexion with any other parties.
N.B. - Instructions given for Brass Instruments of every description.

[Advertisement], The Argus (4 October 1850), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4772518

HORE'S SPLENDID SAXE HORN BAND.
THE MESSRS. HORE, having received from London, the most fashionable and admired Waltzes, Quadrilles, and Polkas,
are prepared to enter into engagements for public or private balls, festivals, assembles, &c.
Mr. Hore, in thanking the Gentry of Melbourne for their approbation and support since their arrival in Port Phillip,
would beg to remind settlers in the interior,
that the band consists of HIMSELF and SONS, which gives them a great superiority over other professionals,
in preparing them to accept at a moment's notice engagements in the bush.
He has great pleasure, therefore, in acquainting such settlers as may require their services for private or public assemblies,
or for rejoicings in commemoration of Separation, that on due notice being given,
he is prepared to go to any part of the interior where the services of his band may be deemed requisited.
Communications addressed to Mr. Hore, Saxe Horn Band, Elizabeth-street, will be promptly attended at.
N.B. - Mr. Hore respectfully requests settlers when applying by letter,
to refer him to some gentleman in town, with whom he can consult, to prevent any misunderstanding.
Instructions given for brass instruments of every description.

[Advertisement], The Argus (17 October 1850), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4772437

GRAND MUSICAL PROMENADE.
Under the Patronage of His Honor the Superintendent and His Worship the Mayor.
VICTORIA CITY BAND. JOSEPH HORE, has great pleasure,
in acquainting the ladies and gentlemen of Melbourne, Richmond, New Town, Collingwood, &c.
that by permission of His Worship the Mayor, the Victoria City Band will meet on the Eastern Hill, opposite St. Peter's Church,
on Tuesday in each week, from 6 till 8 o'clock, p.m. for the performance of the most popular musical celebrities of the day.
In introducing in the city so desirable an acquisition as the regular performances of a public band
and the formation of a musical promenade during the ensuing summer,
it is hoped that it will meet the approbation of all classes of the community.
The first meeting of the Band will take place on Tuesday evening, 22nd of October.

"MUSICAL PROMENDADE", The Argus (23 October 1850), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4769176 

A considerable number of people assembled yesterday evening to witness the performance of the new band organised by Mr. Hore. The evening was very unfavorable, being black and threatening, and the site selected was not very suitable, being surrounded on all sides by dusty roads. Despite these drawbacks, however, some very pretty polkas, airs, and overtures were given in a style very creditable indeed for the short time that the band has been formed. If well supported, the scheme is capable of producing some very agreeable evenings, and if not well supported, the citizens will prove themselves utterly tasteless, and unworthy of the offer of a most pleasant recreation.

"HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY ", The Argus (30 October 1850), 2

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The second exhibition of the Victorian Horticultural Society will be held to-day, at the Botanical Gardens . . .
The following is the programme of the music that will be played at the Show.
During the admission of members, from 11 am to noon, the band will perform -
God Save the Queen; Rule Britannia; Hail! Smiling Morn; Origa Waltz; Drum Polka; Cimarosa (Saxe horns), Posthorn Galop.
During the admission of the public, from 12 am to 1 p.m. -
Queen's Quadrilles; Love Not; Scots Wha Hae (Saxe horns); Coronation Waltz; Galop of Gustavus; Grand March; Bridal Polka.
From 1 to 2 p.m. - Overture to Fra Diavolo; Mary Blane (Saxe horns); Ivy Green; Pas de double; Still so Gently o'er me stealing (Saxe horns); Flower Polka.
From 2 to 3 p.m. - Alexandrina Quadrilles; Count of Paris Polka; Waltz, Stampe; Auld land Syne (Saxe horns), Nix my Dolly; Railroad Gallop.
From 3 to 4 p.m. - Overture to the Caliph of Bagdad; Polka, Pet of the Carnival; Jeanette and Jeannot (Saxe horns); Waltz; Galop.
From 4 to 5 p.m. - Jenny Lind's March; Polka, Julien; Last Rose of Summer (Saxe horns); Those Evening Bells; Pas redouble; God Save the Queen . . .

"THE SAXE HORN BAND", The Melbourne Daily News (31 October 1850), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article226518811 

This band contributed very much to enliven the visitors at the Horticultural Show. The performers have really attained a very respectable pitch of perfection.

"MUSICAL PROMENDADE", The Melbourne Daily News (31 October 1850), 2

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The second meeting of the Victoria City Band took place last night. The evening was much more pleasant than the first one, and more regard was had to order and general comfort contiguous to the stand, a policeman being stationed near to prevent the encroachment of children. The pieces were played accurately and with spirit, and appeared to be well received. Polkas, gallops, and marches infused life and energy through the assembly, and made the Promenade extremely lively. The overture to the Caliph of Bagdad was the chief piece of the evening, and great praise is due to Mr. Hore for the manner in which it was brought out. It is something to hear an overture in this antipodian territory, especially under the circumstances with which these are performed, every individual possessing taste and judgment in such matters, having but to "walk up," as the showman would express it - for the small charge of - the trouble, and share in the gratuitous enjoyment. I have been informed that Handel's Hallelujah Chorus is under arrangement for the band, and when produced will afford a rich treat for the lovers of sacred harmony. - Communicated.

"SEPARATION REJOICINGS", The Argus (19 November 1850), 1s

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INTELLIGENCE of the final passing of the Australian Colonies Bill through the House of Commons was received on Monday the 11th inst. by the Lysander, by way of Adelaide . . .

PROGRAMME OF THE PROCESSION FOR THE OPENING OF THE PRINCES BRIDGE
AND THE ADVENT OF SEPARATION. FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 1850.
The Chief Constable on Horseback, Pensioners, Native Mounted Police, Band . . . Band . . . His Honor the Superintendent . . .
The Procession thus ordered moved slowly down Williams street, Collins-street, and Swanton-street, to the Bridge. The streets throughout the whole line of the Procession were densely crowded with inhabitants. Collins-street especially, when viewed from the hill, presented the appearance of a moving mass of heads. It is estimated that in Collins-street and Swanston-street alone, at the time of Procession passed through them, there were at least ten thousand persons present, and we do not believe this estimate to be at all exaggerated . . .

OPENING OF THE BRIDGE. The ceremony of opening the Bridge had been deputed to the Ancient and Honourable Order of Free Masons . . . and the band played the National Anthem, every person within hearing simultaneously raising their hats. The scene at this time was most inspiring . . . The procession then moved on; the band struck up, and a royal salute was discharged from the opposite hill . . . His Worship the Mayor then proposed the health of his Honor the Superintendent with three time three . . . This ended the proceedings, and several bodies of the procession returned to town in order, accompanied by the band as before, the Masons and Odd Fellows repairing to their Lodge Rooms, and the St. Patrick's Society to their hall. The number of persons, exclusive of the children, who formed part of the regular procession was about 2,000, and the entire length with the children, nearly a mile-and-a-half.

THE GARDENS. The children to the number of five or six thousand, marched in procession to the gardens with their little banners, and headed by the Saxe Horn Band. After parading for a while, they marched over the bridge, and received in passing, from the hands of Mr. Marsden, and others a distribution of the ten thousand buns specially ordered for the occasion. His Lordship the Bishop of Melbourne appeared delighted at this innocent, yet hopeful spectacle . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: There were evidently at least two bands at the opening of the bridge, one that returned with the procession into two, while Hore's band accompanied the children to the gardens

"To the Editor of the Argus. THE CONCERT AND THE CRITICS", The Argus (24 December 1850), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4765481 

SIR, - I have waited with no small degree of impatience during the week, in the expectation that at some one would be found to take up the cudgels on behalf of Mr. Wilkie, against the Herald of the 18th. No champion being forthcoming, the duty I make mine, and it is but an easy one. In his review of Mr. Wilkie's concert, with an impudence which nothing but the most shallow ignorance could be put forth with a coolness and barefacedness that betokens something "rotten in the state of Denmark," he makes free with the professional character of every performer, and without stating the why or the wherefore, he asserts that he was this, and she was that, and hopes we are fools enough not to inquire further. This is so unlike the conduct of the Press generally, that I am inclined to think he has been led by the nose in these his lack-a-daisical sighing and regrets.
I cannot think that editor, who possesses a kind of ubiquity on all subjects, whatever their nature, should exhibit so much ignorance of musical matters as he does. I think him devoid of taste and sense, and sure I am he is of shallow judgment. His declaration that the Saxe Horn is not an instrument capable of doing justice to complicated and tasteful performances, is given to us in the face of the most glaring facts. He cannot be ignorant, or if he is, I here remind him, that the greater part of the military bands at home, are composed of Saxe Horns. Several I could mention are wholly composed thereof. The Distin family, so much admired for their Operatic performances, is a Saxe Horn band, and they are the sole patentees for the instrument in England. So much for his horny judgment. There is a little good that his paragraph may have done, for I do not think, after so weighty an opinion as the Herald's, Mr. Hore will thrust his "precocious boy" into public notice again. Lack-a-day! But time will show what value he puts upon such brayings. All acquainted with the youth will regret his disappearance from the musical world, after the unfortunate nipping in the bud, given by the sapient "Knight of the Thistle." But that his memory may be embalmed, I will repeat (and I possess a sufficient knowledge of the youth's abilities when I do so), that he possesses an intellect that forcing him will have no effect upon. His acquaintance with musical matters is, for his years, more vast and comprehensive than his talent as a performer - two things that do not often run hand-in-hand. And I affirm, that in any of the Thistle fraternity feel themselves deficient in musical matters, this same child will enlighten their intellects, at all times clouded. Many pieces so much admired, played by the band, are the arrangement of this youth, and a brother, very little older, who not having egotism sufficient to claim the merit due to their abilities, and knowing the value of a name, are given to the public under some more familiar author, than that of the precocious child. So much for the boy . . .
I will finish my remarks, regretting that I should have had to perform this duty, a work of necessity however, in the probability there may be readers of the Herald foolish enough to believe all to be gospel he preaches.
I remain, sir,
Your obedient servant,
- CENOSIOUS.

ASSOCIATIONS: Joseph Wilkie (musician, musicseller); Distin family (English saxhorn players)

[Advertisement], The Argus (8 January 1851), 3

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CONCERT. MECHANICS' INSTITUTE MUSIC CLASS.
THE Members of the above Class beg to announce their FOURTH PUBLIC CONCERT to take place on
Thursday Evening, 9th Instant, In the Hall of the Institution.
Leader - MR. REED . . .
PART I . . . Fantasia on Airs from Italian Operas - Saxe Horns - Hore . . .

"THE INSTALLATION OF THE LIEUTENANT-GOVERNOR", The Argus (16 July 1851), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4779138 

His Excellency C. J. La Trobe, Esq., was yesterday installed, with all due formalities, as the first Governor of Victoria, and the occasion was celebrated with a general holiday by all classes of the community . . . The assembled multitude then greeted His Excellency with three cheers, and the band in attendance struck up the national anthem . . .

See also, "THE CHRONICLES OF EARLY MELBOURNE . . . BY GARRYOWEN . . . THE INAUGURATION OF VICTORIA", The Herald (19 June 1886), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article241212249 

Though the writs of election which were to constitute the nativity of the new colony were issued on the 1st July, the official initiation did not take place until the 15th which, may therefore be deemed the veritable beginning of the system by which Port Phillip became a thing of the past. It was arranged that the installation of the Governor should be a public ceremony in the area fronting the Government offices in William street, since removed to make way for the New Law Courts. Eleven o'clock was the hour appointed, and the day was observed as a holiday. From an early period of the morning the principal marts of business in the chief street were closed. The people promenaded in groups, and there seemed to reign everywhere a feeling of deep satisfaction that the good time, so long coming, had at length come, mingled with a fervent hope that a fair there of the material and moral blessings so long anticipated, and so often foretold, would be realised. The military and police stationed in the city arrived about 10.30 and filed into the square, and some pieces of artillery were placed in position; whilst a favorably known corps of musician designated "Hore's Saxehorn band" was in attendance to discourse its melody to any disposed to listen to it. There were some two thousand persons of all ranks and conditions present . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Edmund Finn ("Garryowen", eye-witness)

[2 advertisements], The Argus (1 January 1852), 3

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MUSICAL PROMENADE.
To the Gentry of Melbourne and its Vicinity.
MR. HORE begs to announce that it is his intention to renew during the ensuing season (in January),
the Musical Promenade which gave such general satisfaction to the inhabitants of Melbourne last season.
Mr. H., previous to issuing his plan of operation, would feel great pleasure in waiting upon those gentlemen who took an active part in the formation of a Committee of Control, during last season, in order that their wishes may be ascertained as to the best plan of rendering the Promenade suitable to all classes.
Mr. H. is prepared to attend the Promenade twice a week, and at such hours as may be deemed agreeable to the ladies and gentlemen of the City.
Great Lonsdale-street, East.

ROMAN CEMENT. Just received from London.
10 TONS Roman Cement; also 3 1/2 tons Plaster. Any person wanting the above articles,
J. Hore would feel obliged for a call at his residence, Saxe Horn Band, Great Lonsdale-street, East, Melbourne.
The above will be landed from the ship Abberton in a few days.

[Advertisement], The Argus (11 March 1852), 3

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SAXE HORN BAND.
J. HORE returns his sincere thanks to the inhabitants of Melbourne for their kind support,
and begs respectfully to inform the gentry,
that he has just received from England a good selection of Polkas, Waltzes, and Quadrilles.
J. H. would also remind the public of his forming a strong quadrille band,
consisting of a violin, violoncello, flute, and cornet;
and hopes, by strict attention to the newest and most popular music, for a share of their kind support.
Lonsdale-street, East.

Marriages solemnized in the parish of St. Peter's Melbourne in the county of Bourke in the year 1852; register 1848-53, page 129; St. Peter's Eastern Hill

https://www.ancestry.com.au/search/collections/9732/records/13664 (PAYWALL)

No. 515 / Joseph Percival Hore of this parish bachelor and Ellen Esther Clothier of this parish spinster
were married in this church by license this [19 April 1852] . . .

[Advertisement], The Argus (21 August 1852), 5

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WANTED, Four Journeymen Plasterers, to whom the highest current wages will be given.
Apply to C. B. Hall, at Mr. James Hore's, Saxe Horn Band, Lonsdale-street.

ASSOCIATIONS: And see also, [Advertisement], The Argus (1 September 1852), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4787027 

TO CIRCUS AND THEATRE PROPRIETORS,
TEETOTAL SOCIETIES, AND AMATEUR BANDS.
On sale at the Albert Ironmongery Warehouse, 141, Elizabeth-street.
A MOST complete set of twelve SAXE HORNS, comprising the following instruments -
One soprano
Three principle
Two alto
Do tenor
Do bariton
Do basso
With scales for each of the above
One bass drum of the latest improvement, with extra heads
P.S. The above set of magnificent instruments were classed and ordered by a competent person, to constitute an excellent Band.
To be sold cheap.

[Advertisement], The Argus (20 January 1853), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4789100 

HORE'S SAX-HORN BAND.
J. HORE respectfully announces to the gentry and public of Melbourne that,
having thrown up his connexion with the Circus,
he is open to receive engagements for public or private dinners, parties, balls, assemblies, &c.,
and trusts that his well-known endeavours to give satisfaction, which have ever characterized his engagements, will favor him with a share of their patronage and support.
Brunswick-street, Collingwood.

ASSOCIATIONS: Rowe's Circus (as above)

[Advertisement], The Argus (7 February 1853), 8

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ADMISSION ONE SHILLING.
Promenade Concerts à la Jullien.
AT THE Olympic Circus, top of Bourke-street, east.
THE Public are respectfully informed that this Establishment will be open every evening this week.
Mr. W. F. Sayer, of the London Concerts.
Sax Horns, Mr. Hore and his five sons.
Mr. Dawson, the comic singer, will give some of his popular ditties.
Instrumental solos will form part of the entertainment on every occasion, by some of the most eminent performers now in the Colony.
Every evening a Grand Band will perform, conducted by Mr. J. Winterbottom, the only solo performer on the bassoon . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: John Winterbottom (conductor, bassoon); William Francis Sayer (vocalist); Mr. Dawson (vocalist); Olympic Circus (Melbourne venue)

[Advertisement], The Argus (22 February 1853), 3

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The Preliminary Announcement of a
GRAND PROMENADE CONCERT at the BOTANICAL GARDENS,
On TUESDAY, the 1st, and WEDNESDAY, the 2nd of March, 1853,
For the Benefit of the Melbourne Hospital . . .
The Promenade will be enlivened by the Band of the 40th Regiment (by special permission of Colonel Valiant),
as well as Mr. Hore's Sax Horn Band, who have handsomely offered to play alternately the most popular compositions . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Band of the 40th Regiment (military)

"MUSICAL FETE AT THE BOTANICAL GARDENS", The Argus (8 March 1853), 6

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4790474 

The first of these entertainments came off yesterday, at the Botanical Gardens, in aid of the funds of the Melbourne Hospital. From 1000 to 1200 persons visited the grounds during the afternoon . . . The Sax Horn Band was not present, in consequence, we hear, of its being engaged in Geelong . . .

"THE TYPHOON", The Argus (14 May 1853), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4792595 

A most agreeable entertainment was given by the commander of this fine vessel yesterday, to a very gay and numerous party of ladles and gentlemen, the friends of the captain and agents of the ship. The steamer Maitland was engaged to take the com- pany from Cole's Wharf at a little after noon, and reached the Bay soon after one. The Typhoon was dressed out in all her colors, and her lively appearance, combined with the great beauty of her model, elicited universal admiration. The steamer treated the party by making a circuit round the far-famed Adelaide, and as the Maitland passed her giant sister, the band had the cruelty to play "Where ha'e ye been a' the day?" as being a rather scornful reminder of the anxiety and inconvenience to which the community has been exposed by the delay of this last and greatest muddle of a muddling company . . . The afternoons being now so short, the speech-making was condensed into the smallest compass, and a general adjournment to the poop took place, when the quadrille and polka were kept up with the greatest spirit, till approaching twilight brought remembrance of the discomforts of dark landing places and muddy wharves. Hore's band was in attendance, the far-famed military band being unfortunately otherwise engaged. The whole affair passed off with great spirit, and the party left the Typhoon with the best wishes for her success, and thoroughly appreciating the hospitality of her jovial and kind-hearted commander.

[Advertisement], The Argus (28 July 1853), 8

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ROWE'S CIRCUS. - Saturday next, July 30th 1853.
Grand Scottish Festival. Winterbottom's Promenade Concert . . .
Soloists - . . . and Mr. Winterbottom, who will have the honor of performing two solos;
and saxe horns, Mr. Hore and sons . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: But see also, Winterbottom's earlier advertisement for the Distin family, who, in the event, never arrived from England,
[Advertisement], The Argus (8 July 1853), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4794261 

. . . Mr. Winterbottom has much pleasure in announcing that he has engaged the celebrated Saxe Horn performers, Mr. Distin and his Sons, who are daily expected to arrive . . .

"MARRIED", The Argus (15 August 1853), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4795716

MARRIED. On the 8th inst., at St. Peter's Church, Melbourne . . . Mr. W. T. Bovey, youngest son of Mr. Bovey, schoolmaster, of Buckfastleigh, Devonshire, England, to Mary Jane eldest daughter of Mr. Hore, Master of the Saxehorn band, Melbourne, late of Shaldon, Devonshire, England.
On the 27th June, ult., at the Wesleyan Chapel, Collins-street, Melbourne . . . William, second son of Mr. John Marris, timber merchant, Melbourne, to Lauretta, second daughter Mr. Joseph Hore, master of the Saxehorn band, Shaldon, Devon, England.

"THE ARCADE", The Banner (9 September 1853), 6

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Mr. Hore's Saxe horn Band will be in attendance at the opening, at the Arcade, Lonsdale Street.

"NEW MUSIC", The Argus (29 October 1853), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4798779 

We perceive by an advertisement in this day's Argus, that Mr. Rowe has determined to provide not only a new and choice of beautiful music for the visitors to the American Circus, but that he has also determined from and after Monday next, to have new instruments and new performers. Hore's Sax Horn Band is engaged to perform there every evening. The talent of the various members of Hore's Band on their respective instruments is well known, but should be heard to be appreciated.

ASSOCIATIONS: Joseph Andrew Rowe (proprietor); Rowe's American Circus (Melbourne venue)

[Advertisement], The Argus (13 February 1854), 8

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ROWE'S CIRCUS, corner of Lonsdale and Stephen streets.
Sole Proprietor, Mr. J. A. Rowe . . .
On Monday, February 13th, the programme will consist of the following Acts - . . .
A new scene of Dramatic Equitation, by the Protean rider, J. L. Smith, as Masaniello, the barefooted fisherman, replete with startling pantomime incidents, &c.,
accompanied with appropriate music selected by Mr. Hore . . .

"AN OUTRAGEOUS 'STICKING-UP' CASE", The Argus (10 May 1854), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4807288

At about half past seven on Monday evening, Mr. Hore, sen., the musician, was going to his home in Albert-street, on the Eastern Hill, almost directly at the back of St. Peter's Church. When he had arrived in front of his house, at the door of which he was standing, two men came up to him, called him by name, and told him they must have his money. He told them he had got no money (which was true, with the exception of a few shillings in silver, which they took,) whereupon they took from him his silver watch and chain, which they obtained by tearing away the pocket in which it was. The villains then made off, and on Mr. Hore knocking at his door and seeing the female members of his family, he found that they had been sitting in the front room and heard the whole of the conversation, but could not divine what it meant, or whether it was a joke or earnest.

[Advertisement], The Argus (29 November 1854), 8

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ASTLEYS AMPHITHEATRE. The Great Night of the Season.
On Wednesday, November 20th, Being for the Benefit or Miss O. Hamilton . . .
Mr. Tom Barry, the celebrated Grotesque to the Circle, has kindly consented for this night only to appear in three separate acts, and to give entirely new Imitations, Jokes, Songs, &c.
Accompanyist and Conductor - Mon. C. Bial.
Leader of the Band - Mr. Hore.
Ring Master - Mr. Geo. Lewis . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Octavia Hamilton (vocalist); Tom Barry (clown); George Lewis (proprietor); Astley's Amphitheatre (Melbourne venue)

[Advertisement], The Argus (19 April 1855), 8

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HORE'S SAX HORN BAND. - J. Hore begs to inform the public that his
Band is now Open for engagements in Town or Country, at the shortest notice.
Address: Hanover-street, Collingwood.

[Advertisement], The Argus (20 May 1856), 6

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ASTLEY'S. A Grand MUSICAL and MISCELLANEOUS ENTERTAINMENT
On Wednesday, May 21st, For the Benefit of Mr. G. LEWIS (late lessee) . . .
. . . Mr. Hore's Celebrated Brass Band will be in attendance . . .

[Advertisement], The Age (16 November 1858), 1

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TO THE PUBLIC. OPERA AND MR. NEILD . . .
Our position and professional efforts being thus at the mercy of a person, who hides ignorance under the mask of facetiousness, we call upon the public in future to give their own verdict on our merits, and not to place any credence in the statements made by Mr. Neild in the columns of the Argus and Examiner.
[signed] L. H. Lavenu . . . E. King, H. Megson,
S. Chapman, Julius Siede, J. C. Thompson,
H. Schmidt, M. Josephson, J. T. Hore, T. McCoy, Henry J. King.

ASSOCIATIONS: James Edward Neild (journalist); Lewis Henry Lavenu (conductor); Edward King (musician); Joseph Megson (musician); Samuel Chapman (musician); Julius Siede (musician); John Charles Thompson (musician); Henry Schmidt (musician); Thomas McCoy (musician); Henry John King senior (musician)

"DIED", The Argus (12 November 1859), 4

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On the 10th inst., at his residence, Crayford Cottage, Gore-street, Mr. Joseph Percival Hore, musician, aged 32.

Will and probate, Joseph Percival Hore, musician, 1859; Public Record Office Victoria

https://prov.vic.gov.au/archive/76C45F21-F4F0-11E9-AE98-E1E3F74BAC01?image=5 (DIGITISED - WILL)

https://prov.vic.gov.au/archive/EAC32555-F1DB-11E9-AE98-7D77DC91DB06?image=1 (DIGITISED)

[Advertisement], The Argus (22 May 1861), 8

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MUSICAL UNION. GRAND CONCERT,
in aid of the Fund for Relief of the Widows and orphans of the Soldiers of the 40th Regiment who have fallen in New Zealand, will be given in the
EXHIBITION BUILDING, THIS EVENING, MAY 22 . . .
Programme will consist of Overture - "Ruy Blas" - Mendelssohn.
Mendelssohn's FIRST WALPURGIS NIGHT, And Mr. Henry Leslie's JUDITH. All for the first time In Victoria . . .
Conductor - Mr. G. R. G. PRINGLE.
LIST of the ORCHESTRA: . . . Bassoons, Winterbottom, J., Hore . . .
Horns, Kohler, Verso, Graner, Hore, J. . . .
Trombones, Hore, R., Huenerbein, Carrington.
Ophecleide, Mr. Hore . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: George Robert Grant Pringle (conductor); John Winterbottom (bassoon, as above); Franz Kohler (horn); Joseph Verso (horn); August Christian Huenerbein (trombone); Musical Union (association); Exhibition Building (Melbourne venue)

"PHILHARMONIC SOCIETY. CHRISTMAS EVE ORATORIO - THE MESSIAH", The Age (26 December 1862), 5

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The fourth subscription concert for the year 1862 by the members of the Philharmonic Society came off on Wednesday evening at the Exhibition Building, when Handel's sublime oratorio, the Messiah, was produced. This was the tenth Christmas eve performance of Handel's great work by the members of the Philharmonic Society. Each year improvement has been most visible, and the number of performers has been increased, but on no previous occasion has there been such a numerous or able chorus and orchestra as appeared on Wednesday, nor has the oratorio ever been given in the colony with more complete effect. There was a very large attendance, notwithstanding that the same oratorio was represented elsewhere. The hall of the Exhibition was crowded, about 900 persons being present. The galleries were kept closed, as it was thought that the building was not very safe . . . The conductor was Mr. C. E. Horsley . . . The gem of the oratorio was decidedly the recitative and air by Mr. Farquharson, "Behold I tell you a mystery," and "The trumpet shall sound." In the latter selection the grand trumpet obligato was splendidly played by Mr. Hore, on the cornet-a-piston, and the effect blending with Mr. Farquharson's fine bass, and the occasional assistance of the chorus and orchestra, was electrical. The obligato is remarkably difficult to give with true effect on the cornet, and on every occasion where we have heard it attempted previously, it has proved a failure, the music being written altogether too high for the instrument. Mr. Hore adroitly mastered the difficulty by playing it an octave lower, and the success of the attempt was complete . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Robert Farquharson (vocalist); Charles Edward Horsley (conductor); Melbourne Philharmonic Society (association)

[Advertisement], The Herald (2 May 1864), 2

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LYSTER'S ROYAL ITALIAN AND ENGLISH OPERA COMPANY.
ROYAL HAYMARKET THEATRE . . . FAREWELL SEASON . . .
THE BAND . . . Trombone - Mr. S. Hore . . .
Musical Director and Conductor - Mr. G. Loder . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: George Loder (conductor); Lyster Opera Company (troupe); Haymarket Theatre (Melbourne venue)

1864, marriages solemnized in the district of Bourke; register 1863-66; St. Peter's Eastern Hill

https://www.ancestry.com.au/search/collections/9732/records/8493 (PAYWALL)

No. 1514 / [3 August 1864] At St. Peter's Church / Samuel Hore / Bachelor / [born] Shaldon Devonshire / Musician / 30 / Lonsdale Street / Melbourne / [son of] Joseph Hore, Tailor / Elizabeth Hall
Elizabeth Kennon / Spinster / [born] Melbourne Victoria / - / 21 / Lonsdale Street / Melbourne / [daughter of] William Kennon, Stone mason / Margaret Stowell . . .

"DEATHS", The Argus (26 July 1865), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5763878

HORE. - On the 21st inst., at his late residence, 167, Lonsdale-street east, Melbourne, Joseph Hore, late of Shaldon, Devonshire, England, aged sixty-four.

[Advertisement], The Argus (14 October 1865), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5780683 

BOTANICAL GARDENS . . .
GRAND MILITARY CONCERT, In aid of the Funds of the Head-quarters Band,
THIS DAY. The Head-quarters Band will be assisted on this occasion (by permission of Officers Commanding) by
The Naval Brigade Fife and Drum Band
The Brass Band of the Williamstown Artillery
Tho Carlton Fife and Drum Band
The Brass Band of the Collingwood Rifles
The Head-quarters Fife and Drum Band.
Conductor, Mr. Siede.
The Concert to commence at 3 o'clock p.m.
PROGRAMME . . . PART II . . .
3. THE CARNIVAL of VENICE - Siede. Grand Fantasia, with Solos for the following instruments:
Clarionet, Mr. Howard ; Cornet a Piston, Mr. Stewart;
Trombone, Mr. Hore; Flute, Mr. Siede; Bass Tuba, Mr. Berg;
Sax Horn, Mr. R. Hore; Clarionet, Mr. Johnson; Drum, Mr. Canna;
Trumpet Variation, Messrs. Stewart, Roe, J. Hore, Foster, and Niebus . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Julius Siede (conductor, composer); Edward Stewart (cornet); Charles Berg (tuba); Henry Johnson (clarinet); Head-Quarters Band (volunteer military); Botanic Gardens (Melbourne)

"MARRIAGES", The Argus (2 December 1865), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5766236 

HORE - LEACH. - On the 28th inst., at Trinity Church, East Melbourne, by the Rev. H. N. Wollaston, Rufus, son of the late Joseph Hore, of Melbourne, to Edith, youngest daughter of the late Thomas Leach, of Somerset, England.

"DEATHS", The Argus (6 June 1866), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5764463 

HORE. - On the 5th inst., at her residence, 167 Lonsdale-street east, Elizabeth, the widow of the late Joseph Hore, aged sixty-eight years.

[Advertisement], The Herald (3 May 1867), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article244397409 

LYSTER'S ROYAL ITALIAN and ENGLISH OPERA COMPANY.
PRINCESS OPERA HOUSE. SEASON for 1867 . . .
Conductor, Mr. SIEDE. GRAND ORCHESTRA . . .
Cornet: Mr. R. Hore . . . Trombone: Mr. S. Hore . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Julius Siede (conductor, as above); Princess's Theatre (Melbourne venue)

[Advertisement], The Argus (22 November 1867), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5784065 

BAND. - Hore's celebrated SAXHORN BAND (five performers) open to ENGAGEMENT for Saturday. 167 Lonsdale-street east.

ASSOCIATIONS: Alfred (royal visitor) was publicly received in Melbourne on Saturday, 23 November

"POLICE. CITY COURT. WEDNESDAY NOV. 4 . . . A MAD MUSICIAN", The Argus (6 November 1868), 7

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5831641 

John Hore, described as a musician, was charged with assaulting Charles Cowley, and also with uttering a valueless cheque. The complainant said he was an assistant in the shop of Mr. Lloyd, clothier, corner of Bourke and Queen streets. Prisoner went there on the previous day, and asked to be fitted out with a suit of black, of very good quality and style, because he wanted the clothes to get married in. He was "fitted out" according to his request, and offered an obviously valueless cheque upon the Bank of Victoria, in payment. This Mr. Lloyd refused to take, and prisoner said he would go next door and get it cashed. Complainant went with him, and found that "next door" would no more cash the cheque than his employer. Therefore he asked prisoner to go back and take off the clothes, but this the latter thought a most unreasonable request. He refused to go, and on complainant seizing him, began to hit out with all his might. Complainant endured this punishment until he got the man in the shop, where the new clothes were taken from him, and he would have been allowed to go quietly, had he not turned upon the threshold and given Cowley a tremendous parting blow upon the eye. The prisoner said he did not strike until he had been first assaulted, and still insisted that his cheque was a good one, as he had £300 in the bank. He did not exactly know which bank it was, because he had forgotten to ask his wife, and the money belonged to her.
Prisoner's brother was present, and said that the poor fellow was not at all right in his head, and was daily growing worse through drink. He was not married, nor was he likely to be, though he had got that notion into his head, and the other day ordered a large number of cabs and a considerable quantity of drink up to a certain house for his wedding. Nor had he any money, though he was always talking about owning large sums. The Bench ordered that he should be imprisoned for one month, in default of paying a fine of 40s.; and that he should be examined by the medical officer of the gaol as to his mental condition.

[News], The Argus (18 March 1870), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5815387 

The annual meeting of the members of the Victorian Musical Association of Professional Musicians was held yesterday, at their rooms, Collins-street east; Herr Siede in the chair . . .
The election of officers then proceeded, and the following were elected: -
President, Mr. C. E. Horsley; secretary, Mr. Samuel Hore;
treasurer, Mr. Jos. Hore; librarian, Herr Elsasser. -
The following were elected to fill the vacancies in the committee: -
Messrs. Lundberg, Siede, Caws, Jager, Berg, and Bentley . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Charles Edward Horsley (member); Charles Elsasser (member); John William Lundborg (member); William St. John Caws (member); Ernest Augustus Jager (member); Victorian Musical Association (association)

"MARRIAGES", The Argus (26 July 1871), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5852090 

HORE - EMERY. - On the 15th inst., at the new Congregational Church, Victoria-parade, by the Rev. D. Nimmo,
[James] Joseph, fifth son of Joseph Hore, Esq., late of Melbourne, and formerly of Devon, England,
to Annie Louise, youngest daughter of Mr. William Emery, for many years of the Customs, Melbourne.

[Advertisement], The Age (30 August 1882), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article198563765 

OPERA HOUSE . . . SATURDAY, 2nd SEPTEMBER.
FIRST PRODUCTION in AUSTRALIA Of Von Suppe's New and Original Opera Comique . . . BOCCACCIO . . .
Conductor - Mr. Chas. Van Ghele.
Leader Mr. Thos. Zeplin.
And the Finest Orchestra ever gathered together in the colonies, consisting as follows: - . . .
second bass, Mr. S. Hore . . .
first cornet, Mr. J. Hore; second cornet, Mr. R. Hore . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Charles Van Gehle (conductor); Thomas Zeplin (leader, violin)

"Deaths", The Argus (31 December 1886), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article11584678 

HORE. - On the 30th inst., at his late residence, Leviathan Hotel, Gertrude-street, Fitzroy,
Mr. Rufus Hore, a colonist of over 37 years standing, aged 47 years.

"Funeral Notices", The Argus (17 June 1889), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article6255331 

THE Friends of the late Mr. RUFUS HENRY HORE, musician, are respectfully invited to follow his remains to the place of interment, the Melbourne General Cemetery.

Will and probate, Rufus Hore, licensed victualler, died 30 December 1886; Public Record Office Victoria

https://prov.vic.gov.au/archive/FCBA5F05-F503-11E9-AE98-CF2E7EFD3CE2?image=5 (DIGITISED - WILL)

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"Death", The Argus (19 August 1893), 12

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article8682638

HORE. - At his late residence, 14 Hoddle-street, Abbotsford, James Hore, musician,
bandmaster of the Gordon Cadet and St. Ignatius Bands;
last survivor but one of Hore's Saxhorn Band, Melbourne, 1849; aged 57.

Probate, James Hore, musician, died 17 August 1893; Public Record Office Victoria

https://prov.vic.gov.au/archive/F44860B1-F1D6-11E9-AE98-6B7902301E25?image=1 (DIGITISED)

https://prov.vic.gov.au/archive/DC18D063-F1E1-11E9-AE98-DB261DF04B6F?image=1 (DIGITISED)

"MUSICAL NOTES", The Australian Star (22 April 1899), 9

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article228926602 

Mr. H. Deidrichson, the popular conductor for Mr. Robert Brough, again occupies his accustomed position at the Theatre Royal, and has in his orchestra a Mr. Samuel Hore, a musician who has seen 60 years of professional service in the colonies. Mr. Joseph Hore, father of the former, was the bandmaster of the first band formed in Australia, and conducted it at the swearing-in of the first Governor of Victoria, at the opening of the old Prince's Bridge, and at the laying of the foundation stone of St. Patrick's' Cathedral in 1850. The full strength of performers consisted of about six brass instruments, but Mr. S. Hore had the satisfaction of seeing the band grow to nearly 60 players. He has played first trombone under every conductor of note who has appeared in either Sydney or Melbourne.

"DEATHS", The Argus (16 December 1905), 13

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article10047371

HORE. - On the 15th December, at his residence, 102 Dover-street, South Richmond,
Samuel Hore, musician, the dearly beloved husband of Helen Hore, aged 71 years.
Last survivor of Hore's Saxhorn Band in Melbourne, 1849. No flowers, by his special request.

"A Veteran Musician", Daily Telegraph [Launceston, TAS] (20 December 1905), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article154022419 

Mr. Samuel Hore, who died at his residence, 102 Dover-street, Richmond [VIC], on 16th inst., arrived in Victoria at the age of 14. Coming from a musical family, he turned his attention to trombone playing, and his proficiency soon won for him a local reputation. His father, Joseph Hore, was bandmaster of the first band formed in Australia, and conducted it at the swearing in of the first Governor in Victoria, at the opening of the old Prince's Bridge, and at the laying of the foundation stone of St. Patrick's Cathedral in 1850. The full strength of the performers at that time consisted of about six instruments, but Mr. Hore had the satisfaction of seeing the Saxhorn Band grow to about 60 performers. Deceased had seen 50 years' unbroken professional service in the colonies, and had played first trombone and double bass under every conductor of note in Australia. Prior to being seized with illness about six months ago he had not missed a performance of the Melbourne Philharmonic Society since its Inauguration. His general knowledge of musical instruments was invaluable to theatrical managers, and he had orchestrated most of the operas produced in Australia, including Sir William Robinson's "Predatorus." Deceased, who was 71 years of age, leaves a widow, six sons and two daughters.

ASSOCIATIONS: William Robinson (composer); Melbourne Philharmonic Society (association)

"Musical Notes", The theatre, an illustrated monthly devoted to the stage (1 January 1906), 26-27

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-3458400654/view?partId=nla.obj-3458402559#page/n25/mode/1up (DIGITISED)

The death of Mr. Samuel Hore, the veteran trombonist, did not come as a surprise, for in our December issue we notified the seriousness of his condition. He was well aware there was no hope, and passed away on the 15th ult., aged 71, in his cottage, 102 Dover-street, Richmond, and was followed to his grave in the Melbourne General Cemetery (without a funeral note or drum sound being heard) on the following day by a large concourse of friends, chiefly of the musical and dramatic professions, deeply regretted by all. The merits of the deceased musician have already been so fully discussed in the pages of our contemporaries that any lengthy remarks from us would be certainly stale, flat and unprofitable. Suffice it to say, Mr. S. Hore came to this State in the "roaring forties," when 14 years old, and was the last of the first band formed in 1849 by his father, Mr. Joseph Hore. He was a member of the Head Quarters Band, now, to our shame, defunct, the Melbourne Philharmonic Society, Melbourne Exhibition Orchestra, and one of the founders of the Victorian Musical Association, under the late Charles Edward Horsley, and has, during his long career, been connected with orchestras of grand and comic opera since their advent in Australia, and has travelled with them throughout the States and New Zealand. At the time he was taken ill in August last year he was connected with Her Majesty's Theatre, and a member of the Richmond Freemasons. Mr. Hore was a quiet, steady worker in his profession. Coming from a musical family, he turned his attention to trombone playing, and his proficiency soon won for him a local reputation. His father, Joseph Here, was bandmaster of the first band formed in Australia, and conducted it at the swearing-in of the first Governor in Victoria, at the opening of the old Prince's Bridge, and at the laying of the foundation stone of St. Patrick's Cathedral, in 1850. The full strength of the performers at that time consisted of about six instruments, but Mr. Hore had the satisfaction of seeing the Saxhorn Band grow to about 60 performers. Deceased had seen 50 years' unbroken professional service in the colonies, and had played first trombone and double bass under every conductor of note in Australia. Prior to being seized with illness about six months ago, he had not missed a per-[27]-formance of the Melbourne Philharmonic Society since its inauguration. His general knowledge of musical instruments was invaluable to theatrical managers, and he had orchestrated most of the operas produced in Australia, including Sir William Robinson's "Predatorus." Deceased, who was 71 years of age, leaves a widow, six sons and two daughters. The news of his death will be received with great regret by a wide circle of acquaintances and friends.

"MELBOURNE'S FIRST BAND", The Age (23 March 1939), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article205982502

Ten more years must pass before Melbourne can celebrate its centenary of band music, according to Mr. Allan Hore, veteran bandsman and orchestral player, who has been compelled to cast his trombone aside and accept employment in a more regular form of occupation than in the realms of music. Mr. Hore recalls that his father, the late Samuel Hore, was a member of the first band established in Melbourne. Known, naturally enough, as Hore's Band, the combination was a first purely a family venture, formed by Mr. Samuel Hore, his four brothers and their father, who arrived here from the Old Country in 1849. The Hore family continued to provide band music in Melbourne for many years. Mr. Allan Hore was trombone player in orchestras for J. C. Williamson Ltd., mainly at His Majesty's Theatre, for 28 years . . .

Bibliography and resources:

"Garryowen" [Edmund Finn], Chronicles of early Melbourne 1835 to 1852, Vol. 2 (Melbourne: Fergusson and Mitchell, 1888), 539

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/9518955

http://webstat.latrobe.edu.au/url/hdl.handle.net/1959.9/202350

. . . Associations for the promotion of Temperance were formed early in Melbourne . . . land was purchased in Russell Street . . . and a comfortable Hall erected, in which meetings were held. As it was found advisable to provide attractions for the meetings, a band of music was formed in 1847, which numbered over twenty performers, and have great satisfaction on its first public appearance. On each Tuesday evening, when the public meeting took place, the band paraded the streets for upwards of an hour, and attracted an audience which more than filled the hall . . . The members of the band were unselfish, and gave the proceeds of their services to the Society for the purchase of new instruments and towards defraying the debt on the hall. After a time, as Bandmaster Tickle became unsteady, an old Peninsular veteran named McKee supplied his place until 1849, when the Messrs. Hore arrived in the colony. They were the first to introduce saxe-horns here. They formed a quartette, consisting of P. Hore, first horn; J. Hore, second; S. Hore, tenor; and R. Hore, Senr., bass [sic].

ASSOCIATIONS: Edmund Finn ("Garryowen", eye-witness); John Tickell (musician); Mr. McKee (musician)

HORN, Mr. (Mr. HORN)

Scottish vocalist

Arrived Sydney, NSW, by November 1854

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Mr+Horn+Scottish+vocalist (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

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Documentation:

[Advertisement], Empire [Sydney, NSW] (7 November 1854), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article60199705 

GRAND SCOTTISH ENTERTAINMENT. SCHOOL OF ARTS.
MR. McFARLANE has the honour to announce to the people of Sydney and its vicinity, that he will give a series of Weekly Concerts at the above place. He will be assisted by
Mr. Horn, lately from Edinburgh, and W. B. Dingwall, of this city.
WEDNESDAY, 8th NOVEMBER.
PROGRAMME: PART FIRST.
Solo, and Chorus - "Scots wha' ha'e" (Burns) - Messrs. McFarlane, Dingwall, and Horn.
Song - "Gloomy winter" (Tanahill), Mr. McFarlane.
Song - "Jock o' Hazeldean" (Sir Walter Scott) - Mr. Dingwall.
Song - "Wha's for Scotland and Charlie" (Jacobite) - Mr. Horn.
Song - "My boy Tammy" (H. Macneill) - Mr. Dingwall.
Song - "My heather hills." Mr. Horn.
Interval of ten minutes.
PART SECOND.
Solo and Chorus - "The Beatie Rows" (unknown) - Messrs. Mc Farlane, Horn, and Dingwall.
Song - "I'm thinking now of thee, Jamie" (unknown) - Mr. Dingwall.
Comic Song - "The Widow's Apology" (Alexander Rodgers) - Mr. McFarlane.
Duet - "Albion, on thy fertile plains" (Braham) - Messrs. Horn and McFarlane.
Humorous Song - "Rantin', Roving Robin" (unknown) - Mr. Horn.
Duet- "My Patie is a lover gay" (A. Ramsay)- Messrs. Dingwall and McFarlane.
Glee - "Fair Fiora decks" (Danby) - Messrs. Dingwall, McFarlane, and Horn.
Finale, Song and Chorus - There is nae luck about the house" - By the Company.
Mrs. Shaw, Pianist . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: John McFarlane (vocalist); William Boyd Dingwall (vocalist); Mrs. Shaw (pianist); Mechanics' School of Arts (Sydney venue)

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (15 November 1854), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12962292 

GRAND SCOTTISH ENTERTAINMENT,
School of Arts - Programme of Mr. McFARLANE'S Concert,
THIS EVENING, November 15, 1854.
PART FIRST. Scottish Glee - "Marjory Miller" (R. A. Smith) - McFarlane, Dingwall, and Hall [sic, Horn] . . .
Song - "Wha'll be King but Charlie (Jacobite) - Horn . . .
Song - "The Postilion of Lonjumeau" (From the German) - Horn . . .
PART SECOND . . . Song - "Wha wadna fecht for Charlie" (Jacobite) - Horn . . .
Song - "Ratlin Roaring Willie" (Burns) - Horn . . .
Finale, Song and Chorus "Auld Lang Syne" McFarlane, Horn, Dingwall, and Audience.
Mrs. SHAW, Pianiste . . .

[Advertisement], Empire (22 November 1854), 1

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SONGS OF SCOTLAND. School of Arts.
PROGRAMME OF Mr. McFARLANE'S THIRD CONCERT.
PART FIRST . . . Old Song - "The Jolly Beggar" - Horn . . .
Song - "Corn Riggs" - Horn . . .
PART SECOND . . . Song - "Wae's me for Prince Charlie" - Horn . . .
Song - "Wha'll be King but Charlie" - (by desire.) - Horn . . .
Song and Chorus - "Roy's Wife" - McFarlane, Horn, and Audience . . .
THIS EVENING . . .

HORN, Annette Elise (Annette Elise HORN; Miss HORN; also Miss HORNE; Mrs. Charles LOWE; Mrs. C. LOWE; Mrs. LOWE)

Musician, harpist, harp player ("daughter of the late celebrated harpist"), pianist

Born London, England, 23 January 1825; baptised All Soul's, Langham Place, 10 September 1826; daughter of (John) Henry HORN and Mary ALEXANDER
Arrived Adelaide, SA, by August 1854
Married Charles LOWE (d. 1883), Adelaide, SA, 14 May 1863
Died Payneham, SA, 31 August 1893, aged "66"

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Annette+Horn+Lowe+1825-1893 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

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Documentation:

[News], Caledonian Mercury [Edinburgh, Scotland] (23 March 1811), 3

https://www.britishnewspaperarchive.co.uk/viewer/bl/0000045/18110323/009/0003 (PAYWALL)

Mr. ELOUIS, and his pupil, Mr. H. HORN, were received with great and well-deserved applause at the Assembly Rooms, on Wednesday last. The duetts for two harps, had a wonderful and truly charming effect. Mr. H. HORN performed on the harp Steibelt's celebrated concerto of "La chasse," a task, we should have thought, almost impossible on that instrument, but of which he acquitted himself in an unrivalled manner, and with the greatest apparent ease. We understand, that this young artist is to have a Benefit Concert in a few days, and we hope to see his eminent talents meet with adequate support from a discriminating public.

ASSOCIATIONS: John Elouis (1758-1833, harpist), father of Charles Elouis (1818-1911), master of Sydney Mint (1868-77)

MUSIC: Rondo finale ("La chasse") from Piano concerto no. 5 (Steibelt, op. 64)

"MARRIED", Perthshire Courier [Scotland] (9 April 1812), 4

https://www.britishnewspaperarchive.co.uk/viewer/bl/0001173/18120409/026/0004 (PAYWALL)

At Edinburgh, on the 3d curt., by the Right Rev. Bishop Sandford, Mr. John Henry Horn, artist, London, to Miss Mary Alexander, daughter Capt. Alexander, Thistle Street.

Baptisms solemnized in All Soul's Church, in St. Mary-le-Bone, in the county of Middlesex, in the year 1826; register 1825-52, page 51; London Metropolitan Archives, P89/ALS/002

https://www.ancestry.com.au/search/collections/1558/records/1217525 (PAYWALL)

No. 408 / [1826 September] 10 / Annette Elizabeth D'r of / John Henry & Mary / Horn / 86 G't Portland Street / Artist . . . / [born] 23 January 1825

"ARGYLL ROOMS", Morning Herald [London, England] (20 March 1835), 5

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A concert was given at these rooms last night for the benefit of Mr. Walter Turnbull, at which almost all the leading vocalists in town gave their services gratuitously. The bill of fare on the occasion was consequently exceedingly rich. There were also some volunteer instrumental performances, by Mori, Mr. H. Horn, a harpist of great taste, Grattan Cook, and Master Deacon . . .

[Advertisement], Morning Herald [London, England] (4 June 1839), 1

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HARP. - A GREAT BARGAIN. - To be SOLD,
a fine and full-toned Double-action Rosewood HARP, equal in every respect to new.
Price 50l. - For further particulars apply to Mr. Henry Horn, 147, Regent street.

England census, 6 June 1841, St. Mary, Lambeth, Surrey; UK National Archives, HO107/1056/1/7/8

https://search.findmypast.com.au/record?id=GBC/1841/1056/0009 (PAYWALL)

Clapham Rise / Henry Horn / 50 / Artist / Foreign [birth]
Mary Ann Horn / 37 / - / [not born in county]

England census, 30 March 1851, Shiffnal, Shropshire; UK National Archives, HO107/1987/343/15

https://www.ancestry.com.au/search/collections/8860/records/8041391 (PAYWALL)

Rock Terrace / Mary Smyth / Head / Unmarried / 57 / Schoolmistress / [born] Staffordshire Stowe
Amelia [Smyth] / Sister / Unm. / 56 / [Schoolmistress] / [born Staffordshire Stowe] . . .
Annette Horn / [Assistant] / Unm. / 26 / [Teacher] / [born] London . . .

England census, 30 March 1851, St. Mary, Lambeth, Surrey; UK National Archives, HO107/1574/395/16

https://search.findmypast.com.au/record?id=GBC/1851/4304071/00772 (PAYWALL)

26 Clapham Rise / Sarah M. Barn / Head / Widow / 89 / Annuitant / [born] Southampton
Henry Horne / Friend / Mar. / 61 / Retired musician / [born] France Paris
Mary A. Horn / [Friend] / Mar. / 57 / - / [born] Mid'x St. George [in the] East . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: This is the last contemporary notice to Henry Horn being alive; but see also this retrospective 1854 entry on him

Adelaide, SA (by August 1854):

[Advertisement], Adelaide Times [SA] (3 August 1854), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article207017031 

EVENING CONCERT . . . MRS EDWARD JUPP
Has the honour to inform the residents of Adelaide generally, that her
CONCERT of VOCAL AND INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC
Will take place in MR. GREEN'S NEW EXCHANGE, King William-street,
THIS EVENING, August 3rd, On which occasion she will he assisted by the principal members of the profession . . .
Mrs. Jupp begs to state that Miss Horn having received her Harp from England,
has kindly offered her assistance on the occasion of her Concert this evening . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Catherine Jupp (pianist, vocalist); Exchange Rooms (Adelaide venue)

"CONCERT", South Australian Register (4 August 1854), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article49205604

Mrs. Edward Jupp's concert, held last evening in the beautiful Hall of Green's New Exchange, and patronised by His Excellency and Lady Young, was also honoured by the attendance of a highly respectable and numerous audience . . . Among the pieces encored were "Charlotte Stanley," by Miss Chalker, "M'Abraccia," by Miss Chalker and Mr. Mitchell, and a performance on the harp, by Miss Horn . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Marie Chalker (vocalist); Mr. Mitchell (vocalist)

"ADELAIDE CHORAL SOCIETY", Adelaide Times (28 October 1854), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article207018951 

The Quarterly Concert of this Society was given last evening, in the room adjoining the Freemasons' Tavern, and was, notwithstanding the extreme sultriness of the weather, crowded to excess . . . We have not space to notice in detail the various parts of the programme; but we may state that the audience appeared much gratified with the singing of Miss Chalker and Mr. Mitchell, as well as with the performances on the harp and piano forte by Miss Horne and Mr. Linger . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Carl Linger (pianist); Adelaide Choral Society (association)

"THE CHORAL SOCIETY'S CONCERT", South Australian Register (30 October 1854), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article49201686 

. . . The improvement among the instrumentalists was marked by the superior manner in which Haydn's symphony was performed; and the duo, harp and piano, by Miss Hall [sic] and Mr. Linger, captivated the audience . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: See [Advertisement], Adelaide Times (27 October 1854), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article207018934 

THIS EVENING. ADELAIDE CHORAL SOCIETY . . .
when the following Programme will be performed
PART I . . . 4. Duo, Harp and Piano - Donizetti . . .
PART II . . . 9. Duo, Harp and Piano - Bochsa . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Nicholas Charles Bochsa (composer, harpist, died Sydney, NSW, January 1856)

[Advertisement], South Australian Register (28 December 1854), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article49202177 

CHRISTMAS WEEK. MRS. YOUNG'S FAREWELL CONCERT . . .
at Green's New Exchange, on Friday, December 29th . . .
PROGRAMME. PART I . . . 7. Solo, Harp, "Polka Nationale," Miss Horn - Bochsa . . .
PART II . . . 15. Solo, Harp, "Vivi tu," arranged by H. Horn . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Rebecca Young (pianist)

"CONCERT", South Australian Register (30 December 1854), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article49202662 

Mrs. Young's farewell concert took place, as announced, last evening at Green's Exchange. In consequence of the boisterous state of the weather, the attendance was much below expectation. We regret this, especially in reference to Mrs. Young, who had evidently made arrangements calculated to ensure the most ample success. The programme included no fewer than eighteen pieces of vocal and instrumental music, yet the delighted audience, so far from manifesting any symptoms of weariness, encored each of the vocal performers, as also a solo on the harp by Miss Horn . . .

[Advertisement], Adelaide Times (10 February 1855), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article207021799 

GRAND CONCERT . . . Mrs. MITCHELL begs to inform her friends and the public in general that she purposes giving a
GRAND CONCERT, at Neales's Exchange, King William-street, on WEDNESDAY Evening, the 14th instant.
PROGRAMME. PART I . . . 3. Duo, "Fo L'udia," [sic] from Torquato Tasso, for Harp and Piano (by desire), Miss Horne and Mr. Linger. - Donizetti . . .
PART II . . . 9. Trio, "Forse un'destin," for Harp, Violin and Piano, Miss Horne, Messrs. Chapman and Linger - Bochsa . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Madelina Forbes Mitchell (vocalist); William Chapman (violinist)

MUSIC: Io l'udia (Bochsa, after Donizetti, from Torquato Tasso); Forse un'destin (arr. Bochsa, after Donizetti, from Parisiana, etc.)

"MRS. MITCHELL'S GRAND CONCERT", Adelaide Times (15 February 1855), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article207021957 

Last evening, this Concert, which has excited so much interest for some time past, was given under distinguished patronage in the large Assembly-room known as Neale's Exchange. The attendance was numerous and highly respectable . . . The duo, "Io L'udia," from Torquato Tasso, for the harp and the piano, by Miss Horn and Mr. Linger, was a deserving performance; the only drawback being the excessive length of time required to tune and re-tune the harp, which rather heavily taxed the patience of the audience . . .

"EAST TORRENS INSTITUTE", Adelaide Times (19 July 1856), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article207093942 

The opening of this institute was celebrated on Friday evening by a soiree given to the members and friends, and by public addresses on the part of several gentlemen, residents of the district. So numerous was the attendance, including a very considerable proportion of ladies, that the accommodations of the building were altogether insufficient for the occasion . . . Miss Chalker and Miss Horne kindly consented to add to the musical attractions for the evening. Herr Kunze presided at the pianoforte . . .
Miss Horne then played some variations on the harp with much taste. The applause was so decisive that an encore was rendered inevitable . . .
Miss Horne then performed again on the harp with much taste . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Carl Julius Kunze (pianist); East Torrens Institute (association)

"EAST TORRENS INSTITUTE", South Australian Register (21 July 1856), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article49755487 

. . . Mr. HANSON having taken the chair, called upon Herr Kunze for an overture upon the piano, which that gentleman performed in his usual skilful style. This talented musician, as also Miss Chalker and Miss Horne, had, at the request of the Committee, agreed upon a very short notice to lend their valuable aid. Their presence, and the pleasing sight of Miss Horne's harp, were greeted by the company with much pleasure . . .
Miss HORNE then played a piece upon the harp, which was much admired, and enthusiastically encored . . .
At the conclusion of Mr. Hill's remarks, Miss Horne again struck the sweet strings of her harp, playing a very charming air with variations, and receiving the well-merited plaudits of the company . . .

[Advertisement], South Australian Register (23 April 1858), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article49773332

SOUTH AUSTRALIAN INSTITUTE. - LECTURE AND CONCERT . . .
in M. White's Assembly Room, King William-street, on TUESDAY next, the 27th instant . . .
PROGRAMME . . . 7. Song, "Excelsior" - Miss Saunders - accompanyist - Miss Horn - Blockley . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Emma Saunders (vocalist); South Australian Institute (association); White's Rooms (Adelaide venue)

MUSIC: Excelsior (John Blockley; words, Longfellow)

"SOUTH AUSTRALIAN INSTITUTE", South Australian Register (28 April 1858), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article49775798

The periodical lecture and concert was given in White's Assembly Room on Tuesday evening. As usual there was an immense attendance, and the varied amusements of the evening were enjoyed with as much zest as on any former occasion . . . Mr. R. B. White then performed a brilliant piece on the violin, accompanied by Miss Horn on the piano. An enthusiastic encore called the young musician, and be gave in substitution variations on the American air, "Yankee Doodle," which was, if possible, still more enthusiastically applauded. Miss Saunders, a young lady, a pupil from the Royal Academy of Music, next made her debut before South Australian audience . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Richard Baxter White (violin)

[Advertisement], The South Australian Advertiser (13 June 1859), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article794027 

SIGNOR CUTOLO'S CONCERT AT WHITE'S ROOMS . . . On WEDNESDAY next, June 15 . . .
PART I . . . 3. Solo, Harp, La Sicilienne, from "Robert le Diable," Miss Horn - Meyerbeer . . .
PART II . . . 4. Romanza - "Il Bravo," with Harp and Pianoforte Accompaniments, Miss Rowe, Miss Horn, and Signor Cutolo - Mercadante . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Louisa Jane Rowe (vocalist); Cesare Cutolo (pianist)

"SIGNOR CUTOLO'S CONCERT", The South Australian Advertiser (16 June 1859), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article794158

This entertainment took place according to advertisement at White's Rooms, on Wednesday, June 15, under distinguished patronage . . . A solo on the harp by Miss Horn, selected from Meyerbeer, followed . . . A trio, partly instrumental and partly vocal, came after, in which Miss Rowe acquitted herself with her accustomed skill and power. The harp accompaniment was executed by Miss Horn, and that on the piano by Signor Cutolo. The piece was very well received . . .

"SIGNOR CUTLOLO'S CONCERT", South Australian Register (16 June 1859), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article49902628

. . . We wish we could speak in warmer terms of the performance on the harp. The instrument was not precisely in tune, and one if not two of its strings snapped in the playing; and again the piece selected was not so popular as might have been chosen, so that Miss Horn laboured under disadvantages which even Bochsa himself might not have succeeded in surmounting. To our mind the harp is always heard to best advantage in combination with the piano, and an air such as the "British Grenadiers" arranged as a duet for the two instruments would, we make no doubt, have been as popular as any part of the evening's entertainment . . .

[Advertisement], South Australian Register (22 May 1862), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article50167880 

EDUCATION. MISS HORN (Daughter of the late celebrated Harpist)
begs to announce that she will be happy to receive
PUPILS for the PIANO and HARP; also that she is open to an Engagement with a School.
Miss HORN would, if preferred, attend Pupils at their own residences.
Numerous references kindly permitted.
Chancery-lane, near St. Andrew's Church, Wakefield-street.

"MARRIAGES", South Australian Register (19 May 1863), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article50177879

LOWE - HORN. - On the 14th May, at St. Paul's, Adelaide, by the Rev. Canon Russell, Charles Lowe, Esq., of Port Elliot, to Annette Elise Horn, daughter of the late Henry Horn, Esq., Mus. Bac, Clapham Rise, Surrey.

"PORT ELLIOT [From our own Correspondent] Port Elliot, April 27", South Australian Register (29 April 1864), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article39122195

Last night the celebration of the tercentenary of the birth of Shakspeare took place at the District Schoolroom. A highly respectable audience were present . . . During the evening Mrs. C. Lowe discoursed some sweet and stirring music upon the harp - an instrument which that lady seems perfectly to understand. A beautiful piece was sang by Mrs. Lowe, with harp accompaniment entitled "The harp restrung at Shakspeare's grave," which met with deserved applause. I will forward full particulars by next post.

"SHAKSPERIAN ENTERTAINMENT AT PORT ELLIOT [From our own Correspondent]", South Australian Register (2 May 1864), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article39121103 

. . . The Chairman then introduced Mrs. Charles LOWE, who performed in splendid style "The Volunteer's March," on the harp - an instrument which, though considered a very difficult one, was nevertheless handled by that talented lady with the greatest ease and musical precision. At the close of the performance of this piece, the performer was greeted with loud and prolonged applause. Mr. CHARLES LOWE next came forward in the capacity of lecturer . . . Mrs. C. LOWE next sang a piece which had been written for the occasion, with harp accompaniment, commencing with the words "New strung, my harp, beloved harp." The singing of this piece, which was most effectively rendered was rewarded with a round of applause . . . Mrs. LOWE, to the great delight of the audience, repeated the song which had given such great satisfaction in the earlier part of the evening . . . the proceedings closed by Mrs. Lowe favouring the company with the National Anthem upon the harp.

"PORT ELLIOT [From our own Correspondent] Port Elliot, February 7", Adelaide Observer (10 February 1866), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article159500784 

The third monthly literary and musical entertainment was given in Born's large room on Wednesday evening in the presence of a crowded auditory. The Rev. E. T. Howell occupied the chair, and briefly introduced Mr. Charles Lowe, the lecturer for the evening, who commenced the proceedings by reading an admirable prologue, suited to the occasion. Two solos were then played on the pianoforte - one by Mr. G. A. Osborne, from Bellini's opera "Il Pirata;" and the other, La Sonnambula," by a lady amateur, which met with loud applause. Mr. Lowe then read an excellent paper, entitled "Half an hour with Haydn," commencing with the first exhibition of musical talent, and following the great composer through the various scenes of his musical life. The works of the great composer next passed under review, comprising his seasons, symphonies, quartetts, oratorios, and "The Creation," his greatest work. The lecturer then gave a most touching description of Haydn's last appearance in public, and concluded by referring to his death at the bombardment of Vienna. Mr. Lowe was succeeded by a lady amateur, who played with exquisite skill the beautiful air, "Ah! come rapida" (Meyerbeer). Mr. E. Ward then recited a very beautiful ode written on the occasion of the death of Lord Palmerston, which, on being loudly encored, was succeeded by the recital of Shakspeare's, "Seven Ages." A sweet melody entitled "Songs of the Forest" was then sung by a lady amateur, with pianoforte accompaniment, which elicited great applause.
The second part of the entertainment was introduced by a brief sketch of the life of Mozart by Mr. Lowe, illustrating the celebrated composer's precocious genius, his early triumphs, his extraordinary musical powers, with scenes of travel, and characteristic anecdotes, making up a most interesting paper, which met with ready approval from all present. A song entitled "My own beloved Harp" was then sung by a lady amateur, with harp accompaniment. In responding to an encore, she gave an old favourite, "Annie Laurie," with great sweetness. The gem of the evening, however, was the performance of a French march on the harp, arranged by Bochsa - a highly successful imitation of the effect of a band of martial music. The exquisite rendering of this piece was rewarded by a hearty encore. In responding, the fair performer, played "The Copenhagen Waltz," with variations. At the close an epilogue was spoken by Mr. C. Lowe. An exhibition of Pharaoh's serpents then took place, to the no small wonder and delight of all present. Captain Higgins, in a brief speech, moved a vote of thanks to Mrs. and Mr. C. Lowe for the great pains which they had taken in order to supply such an excellent entertainment, which, on being carried unanimously, Mr. Lowe responded in suitable terms. A collection was made at the close in aid of the Church Building Fund.

ASSOCIATIONS: Thomas Walker Higgins (chair)

MUSIC: Favorite march in imitation of a military band at a distance (Bochsa)

"THE CAVALRY FETE AT HIGGINSBROOK [Correspondent]", The South Australian Advertiser (9 April 1866), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article28786435 

According to annual custom Captain Higgins and his lady received, as guests, the troopers of the Goolwa Cavalry vieing with one another to make their visitors happy, and the fete enjoyable. The gathering was numerous, comprehending the gallant troopers, their wives, sons, daughters, and sweethearts, and non-military friends specially invited . . . The ladies retired to the house while the tent was prepared for music and dancing. On their return it was well lit up, and the whole space (with the exception of a platform for the music) was appropriated to the devotees of Terpsichore. The platform extended across the tent at the top, and thus the arrangement admitted of alternate music and dancing. The concert was opened with a splendid duet by Captain and Mrs. Higgins (accompanied by the latter on the piano) - "Well may the keel row."
The Welsh air - "Ar hyd nos," followed by the French air - "Ah vous dirai je maman," were then played on the harp by Mrs. Lowe, who afterwards sang - "Willie, we have missed you," and played Boscha's French march and "Non pia andrai" (Figaro). A string giving way, she resorted to the piano, singing to that accompaniment - "Trab, Trab," "Figlia de Regimento," and lastly, No. 1 of "The Songs of the Goolwa Troop," the words by Mr. Lowe. The song, set to music, adapted and arranged from Norma, ran as follows: -

"To the charge!" the trumpets sound,
Forth oar troopers swiftly bound;
With a cheer, at speed they dash,
like the lightning's sudden flash;
Kings the earth with chargers' tread,
Goolwa's banner overhead . . . [3 more verses] . . .

"STRATHALBYN AND MIDDLETON TRAMWAY . . . CURRENCY, CREEK VIADUCT . . . CURRENCY CREEK NEW SCHOOLROOM", The Adelaide Express (27 December 1866), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article207681737 

Though opened for scholastic purposes, yet not having undergone the public ceremony of dedication, it was thought a desirable opportunity to inaugurate this creditable building on the evening after the termination of the ceremony of laying the foundation-stone of the viaduct . . . To promote this cause Mrs. Higgins and Mrs. Sunman had provided an evening's entertainment, and had enlisted the aid of some kind and willing friends. The first part was musical; the second literary, in which Mr. Lowe would address the meeting on the subject of education, and offer for their amusement some notes in verse taken on Goolwa Plains . . . Mrs. Lowe would kindly open the proceedings of the evening by the "Warrior's Joy March" (Beyer). This performance called forth much applause . . .
Mrs. Lowe sang "I'll hang my harp on a willow tree," with mixed humor and pathos, and her song was kindly received . . . and a duet by Major and Mrs. Higgings, and one by the Misses Jones (Mrs. Lowe, Mr. Perryman, and Mr. Simpson assisting in the choruses), concluded the first portion of the entertainment with much applause. The second part was occupied by an address on "Education" from Mr. Lowe . . . In the third part (introduced by Professor Holmes's Fantasia from Jack Sheppard, on the piano, by Mrs. Lowe) all the former vocalists contributed various songs and duets . . . Mrs. Lowe sang "A Gipsy's Life is a joyous life," and "Smiling Faces," as according with the prevailing taste; and Mrs. and Major Higgins sang "The Keel Row," and "The Racoon Hunters," with its diverting chorus, with great success, but space forbids further enumeration of songs and singers . . .

"DEATHS", The Express and Telegraph (13 February 1883), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article208333842 

LOWE. - On the 5th February, at Charles-street, North Kensington, Charles Lowe, solicitor, the beloved husband of Annetta Elsie Lowe, aged 81 years and 6 months. Home papers please copy.

"DEATHS", Evening Journal (31 August 1893), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article198431809 

LOWE. - On the 31st August, the wife of the late Charles Lowe, aged 66 years.

[Advertisement], South Australian Register (12 September 1893), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article53614501

RE ANNETTE ELISE LOWE, Deceased. -
All PERSONS having any CLAIMS against the Estate of the said Annette Wise Lowe, late of Payneham, Widow, deceased,
are requested to SEND PARTICULARS thereof to the undersigned on or before the 12th day of October next.
wilson & Rowley, 24 and 25, Pirie Chambers, Pirie-street, Adelaide, Solicitors to the Executor.

Bibliography and resources:

Rosemary Margaret Hallo, Erard, Bochsa and their impact on harp music-making in Australia (1830-1866): an early history from documents (Ph.D thesis, University of Adelaide, 2014), 104-05, also 20

http://hdl.handle.net/2440/86482 (DIGITISED)

HORN, Charles Edward (Charles Edward HORN; C. E. HORN)

Musician, vocalist, composer (never visited Australia)

Born London, England, 21 June 1786; baptised St. Martin-in-the-Fields, 15 July 1786; son of Charles Frederick HORN and Diana DUPONT
Married [1] Matilda RAY, Prittlewell, Essex, England, 19 August 1810
Married [2] Mary Ann HORTON, Richmond, VA, USA, 17 March 1838
Died Boston, MA, USA, 2 October 1849, aged "62/63"

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Charles+Edward+Horn+1786-1849 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

http://nla.gov.au/nla.party-1206818 (NLA persistent identifier)

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Charles_Edward_Horn (Wikipedia)

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

THIS ENTRY IS A STUB ON A PERSON WHO NEVER VISITED AUSTRALIA

HORN, Mary Ann (Mary Ann HORTON; Mrs. Charles Edward HORN)

Musician, vocalist (never visited Australia, but relatives here)

Born Birmingham, Warwickshire, England, 12 March 1811; baptised St. Martin, Birmingham, 10 June 1813; daughter of Thomas HORTON and Barbara WESTWATER
Married Charles Edward HORN, Richmond, VA, USA, 17 March 1838
Died (? USA) 1887, aged "76"

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Mary+Ann+Horton+Horn+1811-1887 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-H-5.php#HORN-Mary-Ann (shareable link to this entry)

THIS ENTRY IS A STUB ON A PERSON WHO NEVER VISITED AUSTRALIA

Summary:

C. E. Horn's popular compositions were regularly sung in Australia, and some also published, notably the ballads Long time ago and My dark hair'd girl, and the duet I know a bank whereon the wild thyme grows, all first engraved and printed in local editions in Sydney in the 1840s by Francis Ellard.

Documentation:

Baptisms solemnized in the parish of Saint Martin Birmingham in the county of Warwick in the year 1811; register 1813-17, page 82; Library of Birmingham, Dro 34/9; Archive Roll: M99

https://www.ancestry.com.au/search/collections/4981/records/3468147?tid=160491018 (PAYWALL)

No. 653 / [1813 June] 10th / Born 12th March 1811 / Mary Ann Dau'r of / Thomas [and] Barbara / Horton / Hurst Street / Plater . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: No record has been found of the marriage of Thomas Horton, plater, and Barbara Westwater (born Perth, Scotland, 22 January 1780; buried St. John the Evangelist, Lambeth, Surrey, 11 November 1841)

Baptisms solemnized in the parish of St. Philip Birmingham in the county of Warwick in the year 1821; register 1818-21, page 542; Library of Birmingham, Dro 25/12; Archive Roll: M38

https://www.ancestry.com.au/search/collections/4981/records/153462543 (PAYWALL)

No. 7990 / [1821 March] 5th / Born 11 Dec'r 1808 / Barbara Daug'r of / Thomas [and] Barbara / Horton / Hurst Street / Fancy Plater . . .
No. 7991 / [1821 March] 5th / Born 23 Oct'r 1813 / Sarah Hardring daug'r of / Thomas [and] Barbara / Horton / Hurst Street / Fancy Plater . . .
No. 7992 / [1821 March] 5th / Born 4 Dec'r 1815 / John Scott son of / Thomas [and] Barbara / Horton / Hurst Street / Fancy Plater . . .
No. 7993 / [1821 March] 5th / Born 2 Jan'y 1817 / Priscilla Daug'r of / Thomas [and] Barbara / Horton / Hurst Street / Fancy Plater . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: In the 1841 England census Barbara ("55 / Ind.") and Priscilla ("20 / Theatrical") were living in Commercial Road, Waterloo, Surrey

[Marriages], New York Evening Post [NY, USA] (26 March 1838)

https://www.ancestry.com.au/search/collections/50015/records/1426355 (PAYWALL)

Richmond, on Sat., March 17, by Rev. Dr. Empie, CHARLES E. HORN to MARY ANN HORTON, vocalists, both of London.

"LATEST FROM ENGLAND", Adelaide Times [SA] (20 March 1850), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article207115192 

A New England, newspaper announces the death of the best English melodist of our time, Mr. Charles E. Horn. This took place On the 21st of October [1849], in his sixty-fifth year, at Boston, in which city Mr. Horn had fixed his residence two years ago.

"DEATH OF AN OPERA SINGER", Edinburgh Evening News [Scotland] (7 February 1887), 4

https://www.britishnewspaperarchive.co.uk/viewer/bl/0000452/18870207/061/0004 (PAYWALL)

The death is announced at the age of 76, of Mrs. Charles E. Horn-Zust, who more than 50 years ago was a favourite opera singer. She was a daughter of Mr. Horton of Birmingham, and was a sister of Priscilla Horton, better known as Mrs. German Reed. She married Charles Horn, composer of "Cherry Ripe," "I've Been Roaming,: and other songs, but since 1836 she has lived in the United States. She retired from the stage after the death of Horn in 1849.

"Tarago", Goulburn Evening Penny Post [NSW] (2 April 1887), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article98473359 

The Referee announces the death, at the age of 76, of Mrs. Charles E. Horn, widow of the composer of "Cherry Ripe." Mrs. Horn was a sister of Miss Priscilla Horton (Mrs. German Reed), also sister of the late John Horton, many years of Goulburn, and aunt of John Horton, now of Tarago; and in early life she was a popular opera singer. For more than half-a-century she had resided in the United States.

ASSOCIATIONS: John Horton (born Birmingham, 4 December 1815; died Sydney, NSW, 14 December 1878) of Goulburn, and his son John Horton, later also of Tarago, were both hotel-keepers; Thomas Reed (musician), of Melbourne, was Priscilla Horton's father-in-law

HORN, Charles Hermann (? Carl Hermann HORN; Charles Hermann HORN; Chas. H. HORN; Charles HORN; Dr. C. H. HORN; Dr. H. HORN; Dr. HORN; HORNE)

Musician, professor of music, singing class instructor, pianist, organist, violinist, viola player, composer, professor of modern and ancient languages, professor of watercolour and drawing, artist

Born Hamburg (Germany), c. 1825; son of H. G. HORN and Frederica ?
Arrived Sydney, NSW, by 1856
Died Redfern, NSW, 19 April 1887, aged "62/63" (registered as "HORNE", aged "67")

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Charles+Hermann+Horn+c1826-1887 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

http://nla.gov.au/nla.party-1486743 (NLA persistent identifier)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-H-5.php#HORN-Charles-Hermann (shareable link to this entry)

DISAMBIGUATION: Charles Edward Horn (English and American vocalist and composer, above; unrelated)

Documentation:

? [Advertisement], Adelaide Times [SA] (30 September 1854), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article207018244 

WAR RELIEF FUND . . . Collected by C. H. Horn, Esq., Port Wakefield . . .

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald [NSW] (27 February 1856), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12981332

DR. H. HORN, Professor of Modern and Ancient Languages, 13, Castlereagh-street.

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (4 July 1857), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article64987685

DR. H. HORN, Professor of Languages and Music, 3, Church-hill.

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (17 July 1857), 12

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12998236

DR. H. HORN'S SINGING CLASS for BOYS.
By particular desire, the Singing Class will be held from 10 to 12 a.m. every SATURDAY,
at St. James' Grammar School, by the kind permission of the Head Master.
Parents and guardians are most respectfully requested to apply at
Dr. HORN'S residence, 3, Church Hill, before or on SATURDAY MORNING. Terms 1 guinea per quarter.

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (31 July 1857), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12998701

DR. H. HORN'S SINGING CLASS for BOYS,
SATURDAY, 10 o'clock, at St James's Grammar School.
DR. H. HORN will soon publish a Prospectus for opening a
SINGING ACADEMY for GENTLEMEN, for the practice of glees, madrigals, &c.

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (10 October 1857), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13001392

DR. H. HORN, Professor of Modern and Ancient Languages and Music.
Schools attended. Terms moderate. 4, Woolloomooloo-street.

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (31 March 1858), 6

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13008272

DR. H. HORN, teaching Modern and Ancient Languages, Music, English, Arithmetic, &c.,
has a few hours disengaged for the coming quarter.
Ladies' schools attended. Address 218, George-street.
SINGING CLASSES conducted by Dr. H. HORN. Ladies' schools attended.

[Advertisement], Empire [Sydney, NSW] (26 June 1858), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article60427749 

MAITLAND HIGH SCHOOL . . . will be resumed after the holidays,
on TUESDAY, the 6th July. The directors of this school are anxious to impart to it a character of the highest efficiency . . .
They have, accordingly, engaged an additional master,
Dr. Charles Hermann Horn, so that the school will now be conducted by five masters . . .

[Advertisement], The Maitland Mercury and Hunter River General Advertiser [NSW] (18 November 1858), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article18654886

BENEFIT CONCERT FOR MR. WILLIAM KELLERMANN,
GIVEN BY The Members of the Philharmonic Institute,
ON MONDAY, NOVEMBER 22, 1858, AT THE SCHOOL OF ARTS, WEST MAITLAND.
PROGRAMME . . . 10. GLEE - "Tell me not," Dr. Horn . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: William Kellermann (musician)

"MAITLAND HIGH SCHOOL", The Maitland Mercury and Hunter River General Advertiser (21 December 1858), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article18637788

A public examination of this school was held on Thursday last . . . The examiners were, the Rev. W. McIntyre, Dr. Horn, Mr. McClardy, Mr. Duncan McIntyre, and Mr. Henry Mills . . . We may mention that, during the half-year now terminated, the school numbered 119 pupils, 33 of whom were boarders.

[Advertisement], The Maitland Mercury and Hunter River General Advertiser (1 October 1859), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article18638971 

SINGING CLASS. DR. CHAS. H. HORN will open,
on TUESDAY, the 4th of October, a SINGING GLASS for boys,
where he will teach after Hullah's system the Rudiments of Music,
and carefully train the voices, to enable the pupils to join in chorus and part singing.
The Class will meet twice a week, TUESDAYS and FRIDAYS, from 4 to 5,
by kind permission of the Trustees, in the Wesleyan School Room, High Street.
TERMS - 10s. per Quarter, payable in advance.
Applications to be made before or on TUESDAY, at the class-room.
Letters to be addressed, Post Office, West Maitland.

ASSOCIATIONS: John Hullah (English singing instructor)

[Advertisement], The Maitland Mercury and Hunter River General Advertiser (29 December 1859), 1

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DR. Chas. H. HORN will OPEN, after the holidays, at his own residence,
EVENING CLASSES FOR BOYS, for the higher branches of Education, viz.,
Classics, Mathematics, etc, and will assist them while preparing their schoolwork.
Terms: - 3 times a week at half-past 6 o'clock, to begin on the 9th of January, One Guinea per quarter.
Dr. H. will take a limited number only.

"DISTRICT NEWS [FROM OUR OWN CORRESPONDENTS] NEWCASTLE, THE NEWCASTLE SINGING ACADEMY CONCERT", The Maitland Mercury and Hunter River General Advertiser (25 December 1860), 2

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On Friday night a small portion of the Newcastle public attended at the Court house to witness the progress of a singing class conducted upon Hullah's system by Dr. C. H. Horn of Maitland. The class has been in operation for about three months, and numbers some thirty members, ladies, gentlemen and boys, and this was the first "visitors' night," admission being obtained by tickets of invitation, issued by the members. The very unfavourable weather - for the rain fell heavily and it blew almost a hurricane - rendered the audience a small one, and prevented the attendance of some of the members of the class; nevertheless the evening was a pleasant one for those who braved the storm, and amongst that number were several visitors from Maitland and the mayor and member, Mr. Hannell. The programme contained several songs and rounds from Hullah's selection, which showed in progressive style the training of the class. "Red. White, and Blue," arranged for three parts, was very effectively rendered. A duett, "Beautiful Moonlight," by Glover, was charmingly sung by two ladies, amateurs, and the hymn, "There is a happy land, composed by Dr. Horn for three voices was much admired. Three little songs sung by juveniles received well merited applause.
The programme was further enriched by two concerted pieces for the violin and piano played by Dr. Horn and Mr. Kellermann, and a German duet sung by the same gentlemen. The Irish song, "Kathleen Mavourneen," was sung by Mr. Kellermann with great feeling, contrasting strongly with the rapid music of the aria buffa "Largo al factotum," which he executed with equal effect. Two gentlemen, amateurs, at the time not members of the academy, came forward and gave several songs, which were deservedly applauded. A cradle song from Miska Hauser, played on the violin by Dr. Horn, pleased greatly by its soft and simple melody. The performances closed with "God save the Queen," which followed a complimentary address on the success of the class by C. Bolton, Esq., who expressed the wish that many more members might join it. The Court-house is not well adapted for musical performances. It wants a platform badly, the performer, on a recent occasion, having been compelled to stand on a table. On Friday night the rain penetrated the roof and celling, and a largo quantity of the latter softened by the moisture, fell about five minutes after the close of the concert.

MUSIC: Cradle song (by Miska Hauser, op. 11 no. 2)

[Advertisement], The Maitland Mercury and Hunter River General Advertiser (17 January 1861), 1

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A SINGING CLASS, after Hullah's method,
conducted by Dr. CHAS. H. HORN, will be opened at Mrs. Hillcoat's Ladies' school, Devonshire-street,
if a sufficient number of pupils, either adults or juveniles, join.
To commence on MONDAY, 21st instant.
For particulars and terms, apply to Mrs. HILLCOAT, or to Dr. HORN.

ASSOCIATIONS: Catherine Ellen Hillcoat (school teacher)

"HUNTER RIVER [FROM OUR CORRESPONDENT] AUGUST 3RD . . . EAST MAITLAND", Empire [Sydney, NSW] (6 August 1861), 3

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On Friday evening the 2nd of August, a mixed concert of secular and sacred music came off in this place, and succeeded beyond all expectations. The large room of the School of Arts was densely filled by a very orderly and respectable company, who seemed fully to appreciate and enjoy the excellent music so sweetly discoursed to them by the lady amateurs. Much praise is also due to the gentlemen who assisted in the choruses. As a local effort for a benevolent purpose, the concert deserves great praise, and was conducted with great judgment and genial feeling by Dr. Horn, who occasionally delighted the audience by some rich solos on the violin, with pianoforte accompaniments. Such a concert scarcely comes within the province of criticism, but we cannot help expressing a wish, that should another concert take place, the gentlemen will cultivate a more energetic and expressive style, and add more volume to the voice. The chorus most suited to our taste, was numbered 20 - "Brightest and best." The "Indian Drum" (a secular chorus) was also well executed. Among the secular solos was one by Balfe, "I'm a merry Zingara," sang by a lady amateur, and worthy of all praise for the very chaste and playful manner in which it was rendered. The Maitland and Morpeth Volunteer's band enlivened the evening's entertainment by filling up the interludes in playing some very brilliant pieces, executed in a style which gives them great credit, considering the short time they have been in practice. The proceeds we believe amounted to nearly £10 and is to be applied in aid of the debt fund of St. Paul's parsonage, East Maitland.

"CONCERT ON WEDNESDAY EVENING", The Maitland Mercury and Hunter River General Advertiser (21 September 1861), 2

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We are happy to be able to state that the concert on Wednesday evening, at the School of Arts, in aid of the organ fund of St. Paul's Church, was an entire success. Within a quarter of an hour alter the opening of the doors almost every available seat in the body of the hall was occupied; and shortly afterwards the gallery was crowded, and forms placed in the passages were closely filled. And the entertainment was well worthy of the attendance. The programme was a long one; in fact, as several of the pieces were encored, it might have been abridged without lessening the satisfaction of the audience; but it would be ungracious to remark upon an excess of liberality, in a case where one would willingly have listened for an indefinite period.
The first part of the concert consisted of sacred music, opening with a beautiful chorale from the oratorio of St. Paul, effectively rendered by the "whole strength of the company." The air "Pro Peccatis," from Rossini's Stabat Mater, followed; and was succeeded by a duett of Lindsay's, "The Consecration of Pulszky's Banner," which was admirably given by two lady amateurs. "The Infant's Prayer" was sung with much expression. The airs "With Verdure Clad," from the Creation, and "Alma Virgo," by Hummel, displayed to great advantage the practised vocalisation of Mrs. Bridson; and a violin solo by Dr. Horn showed great execution, and agreeably varied the entertainment. The first part closed with the Gloria from that favourite mass, Mozart's 12th, which was given with great spirit and effect.
The second part, which consisted of secular music, was well varied by solos and concerted pieces, vocal and instrumental, amongst which may be specially mentioned the air, "I have sighed to rest me," from Il Trovatore; the songs "Molly Asthore," "The Power of Love," and "The Outlaw," by amateurs, and "The Forest Fairy" and "The Mocking Bird," by Mrs. Bridson. The duetts, "Sweet is Youth's Dream" and "Two Cousins," were also well executed. A duo in airs from Lucia di Lammermoor, between the violin and pianoforte, was given with admirable expression and execution, and was only rivalled by a trio of two violins and the piano, on airs in La Sonnambula. A perfect storm of applause was called forth by Parry's medley song, "Alonzo the Brave and the Fair Imogene," which was sung by an amateur with great spirit, and being encored, was followed by a performance which elicited "inextinguishable laughter." The accompanyments were played by Mr. Bridson, by Mr. Kellermann, the conductor, and by a lady amateur, and contributed materially to the effect of the singing. The success of the concert, which bas, we believe, given universal satisfaction, is as creditable to all concerned in getting it up, as it will be gratifying to the promoters of the object for which it was given; and both they and the public are greatly indebted to the ladles and gentlemen who exerted themselves to furnish so agreeable a break to the monotony of life in Maitland. It is to be regretted, nevertheless, that on such an occasion any one should have considered the entertainment afforded on the platform insufficient, and should have endeavoured to supplement it by a performance in the gallery, which, however amusing to the children of larger or smaller growth who assisted at it, was, like the presence of the performer, under the circumstances, superfluous and something more.

ASSOCIATIONS: Sarah and Thomas Bridson (vocalist and pianist)

[Advertisement], The Maitland Mercury and Hunter River General Advertiser (2 September 1862), 1

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GRAND CONCERT, IN AID OF THE DISTRESSED IN LANCASHIRE.
THE UNDERSIGNED, kindly assisted by Mrs. LONGFIELD,
MARMADUKE WILSON, Esq., Mr. MEULMAN, Bandmaster,
And a large number of talented Ladies and Gentlemen, Amateurs, beg to inform the public that the above
WILL TAKE PLACE on Tuesday, the 9th of September, at the School of Arts, West Maitland.
John Lee, Esq., has kindly consented to act as Treasurer.
The Programme will be issud shortly. Tickets, 3s. each, may be had at the principal Stores.
Visitors at the Rehearsals cannot be admitted.
- WILLIAM KELLERMANN,
- DR. CHS. H. HORN.

ASSOCIATIONS: Elizabeth Mary Longfield (musician); Marmaduke Henry Wilson (musician); Henry Meulman (musician)

"A CONCERT IN AID OF THE LANCASHIRE OPERATIVES", The Maitland Mercury and Hunter River General Advertiser (4 September 1862), 2

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We have much pleasure in calling attention to the concert which, under the management of Mr. Kellerman and Dr. Horn, is to be given at the School of Arts, on Tuesday next, in aid of the distressed workpeople in the cotton manufacturing districts of England. From the untiring exertions of the conductors and of the ladies and gentlemen who will take part on the occasion, in preparing for the concert, we anticipate a highly successful evening's entertainment. The programme has not yet been issued, but we understood that apart from other merits, it will possess at least the attraction of novelty, by the introduction of the "Children's Symphony" of Romberg, a somewhat remarkable composition, the origin of which it may not be deemed superfluous to relate.
It was written by Andreas Romberg [sic], the brother of the celebrated violoncello player, Bernhard Romberg. The composer, who lived in Hamburg, was invited to spend Christmas eve with the family of a friend, and while there, the children were, in accordance with the custom prevalent in Germany, presented with a variety of toys and other Christmas-boxes, including a number of noisy little instruments, such as trumpets, drums, flutes, &c. The result may be imagined; a performance by the whole juvenile orchestra, more energetic than harmonious, was as annoying to the ear of Romberg, as was the street concert to the enraged musician of Hogarth, and he left the party at an early hour. A few days afterwards, however, he visited the house again, bringing with him the manuscript of the "Children's Symphony," in which, while the principal parts were assigned to the piano and two violins, the little instruments which had produced such a distracting effect on the Christmas eve were introduced, each instrument falling in at the proper time, and remaining silent where its sound would destroy the harmony. The composition was performed, and since that time has made the round of the whole continent of Europe with unquestioned success.
The toy instruments, instead of being played by children on the present occasion, will be played by adults, as it appears that among the boys of the town so little attention is given to the study of music that juvenile performers could not be found. Though there is no difficulty in playing the instruments, the whole effect depends upon the keeping of accurate tine, and the performers must necessarily be familiar with at least the rudiments of music.

MUSIC: Toy symphony [Symphonie burlesque] (correctly by Bernhard Romberg, op. 62)

"CONCERT IN AID OF THE LANCASHIRE FUND", The Maitland Mercury and Hunter River General Advertiser (11 September 1862), 3

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A musical entertainment was given in the School of Arts, on Tuesday evening, by a number of ladies and gentlemen in behalf of the fund for the relief of the distressed in Lancashire. The hall was filled in every part, and contained perhaps the largest assemblage ever gathered within its walls. There must have been over 400 people present, and, as the tickets cost 3s. each, a very handsome donation was realised towards the benevolent object contemplated. The arrangements devolved upon Mr. W. Kellermann and Dr. C. H. Horn, and those gentlemen evidently spared no pains to make the concert thoroughly successful. The glees and chorusses were given with much effect by the united strength of the company, which consisted of twelve ladies and gentlemen. Among these we may mention "The Dream," from Stirling, and "Mayday," from Muller, which were admirably rendered. Four or five duetts were sung with much taste, and were highly admired. The morceau from Lurline, "Oh, soft affections," was given with very brilliant effect - the voices being finely matched. Several songs and airs were sung by ladies and gentlemen, they comprised, "Sweet Home," "Where are the friends of my youth," "A Soldier's Life," "The Baron's Old Castle," and "Forget-me-not." Mr. Meulman performed a solo on the trombone from La Sonnambula, which showed proficiency in the handling of that instrument. Mrs. Longfield and Mr. M. Wilson played brilliant solos on the pianoforte in course of the evening, to the great delight of the audience. Many of the pieces were encored, and the wished of the audience in this respect were always kindly acceded to. The lady who sang "Forget-me-not," when brought up again, gave "The wishing gate," and transported the house by the humour and pathos which she threw into it.
Near the close of the programme, an instrumental piece was given, entitled, "The children's symphony." It was performed by the gentlemen of the company, each of whom played on an instrument of one kind or other - one on a toy tin trumpet, another on a cuckoo toy, another on a wooden whistle, another a corn-craik, others on the drum, tambourine, triangle, chinese bells, nightingale, and an indescribable thing, which by its sound might be called a called hubble-bubble. The piece was "cemented" by the first and second violin and the pianoforte. It consisted of three parts - each performer had the music before them, and observed the strictest time, in which, indeed, the success of the piece consisted.
The evening's entertainment concluded with the National Anthem. Everything passed off well. Mr. Kellermann presided at the pianoforte throughout the evening, and Dr. Horn superintended the arrangement of the pieces, and we would congratulate them and the ladies and gentlemen who so ably assisted them, on the very happy issue of their kind efforts in behalf of a good cause.

"MAITLAND CHURCH UNION", The Maitland Mercury and Hunter River General Advertiser (12 February 1863), 2

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The first monthly meeting of this society this year took place on Tuesday evening in the Grammar School. The President of the Union, the Rev. J. R. Thackeray, occupied the chair, and opened the proceedings in the customary devotional manner. The incumbent of St. Mary's and other clergymen were present in the room. The entertainment commenced by the singing class, which was established some four months ago, under the able tuition of Dr. Charles Horn, favoring the audience with a selection which consisted of two psalm tunes, which were sung to illustrate the difference between ancient and extremely modern psalmody. Dr. Horn presided at the harmonium, a magnificent instrument, kindly lent by Mr. Hillcoat for the occasion . . . Mr. Thackeray observed before calling upon Mr. Dodd that the singing class whose vocal performance they had just listened to, had been formed principally with a view to improve the congregational singing in their church, and he felt sure that all would agree with him when he said that already the object had, to a great extent, been accomplished . . . At the conclusion of this paper the choir performed two selections from Hullah, entitled "Christmas," and the "Violet." A recitation by Mr. Newman followed, viz., the "Village Blacksmith," by Longfellow. The President at the finish of Mr. Newman's piece, observed that as they had such a beautiful instrument lent them they might as well hear its tones unaccompanied by vocal music. To enable them to judge of its capabilities he played selections from "Mozart," "Vedrai Carino," which elicited warm expressions of approbation. The choir next gave two more selections from Hullah, entitled, "Come go into the woods," and a composition by Dr. Horn called "Morning" . . . An anthem by Stevenson was then given by the choir and was followed by "God Save the Queen," arranged expressly for the class. The dismissal was then sung by the whole meeting and the proceedings terminated . . . The various musical selections were rendered exceedingly well, taking into consideration the face that the members of the singing class have only been learning together four months, and Tuesday evening was their first appearance before a public audience. On a future occasion still greater things may be expected.

ASSOCIATIONS: James Robert Thackeray (cleric, musical amateur); Music in Anglican churches (general)

"MORPETH PHILHARMONIC SOCIETY", The Maitland Mercury and Hunter River General Advertiser (27 October 1863), 2

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The nucleus of a Philharmonic Society was formed on Wednesday evening in conjunction with the Morpeth School of Arts. The meeting was called for the purpose of considering an offer from Dr. Horn to form a class for vocal music in the place, and about fifteen members attended. The class was regularly formed, and Dr. Horn's terms for tuition accepted of 10s. 6d. per member. Arrangements will shortly be made for obtaining an instrument for the use of the doss, and obtaining the necessary diagrams for illustrating Hullah's system. The object of the society is to improve the present condition of vocal music in the place, to afford a means of passing a pleasant evening, and ultimately with the view of assisting the funds of the institution by giving quarterly concerts. With a view of carrying out the plan as suggested above, a committee was formed, consisting of Messrs. Haynes, Walker, Davis, Ashton, and Moser, for the purpose of making arrangements for the commencement of the class without delay. Several ladies have already joined, and it is probable the class will ultimately be composed of thirty members, if not more. A suggestion was thrown out at the meeting by Mr. Howard that would be well to be considered by the musical community of Morpeth, to the effect that an instrumental class might be likewise formed in the town. - Morpeth Leader, Oct. 21.

"THE LATE REV. DEAN GRANT. REQUIEM MASS", The Maitland Mercury and Hunter River General Advertiser (30 April 1864), 2

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On Thursday last [28 April] a solemn dirge was chanted and High Requiem Mass was celebrated in St. John's Church, West Maitland, for the repose of the soul of the late Very Rev. Dean Grant, D.D. The cantors were the Rev. J. Maher and the Rev J. T. Dunne. High Mass was commenced at eleven o'clock, and was celebrated by the Very Rev. Jerome Keating, V.G., Rev. J. Kenny, deacon, the Rev. T. Leonard, sub-deacon, the Rev. A. Phelan, master of ceremonies . . . The choir, with considerable efficiency, under the direction of Dr. Horn, sang the Requiem in B, by Karl Kempter, published in Augsburg, Germany. It was the first dead mass sung in Maitland, and the music being newly imported was never before heard in the colony.

ASSOCIATIONS: John Grant (1816-1864, cleric)

MUSIC: Requiem (by Karl Kempter, op. 81)

"CHORAL SOCIETY", The Maitland Mercury and Hunter River General Advertiser (28 May 1864), 2

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On Wednesday, about fifteen ladies and gentlemen, by invitation from Dr. Chas. H. Horn and Mr. J. Broderick, met at Mr. Hillcoat's musical repository, with the object of forming a choral society. Members of the society will have the benefit of a regular weekly practice, free of charge; and will be expected to give their assistance at concerts arranged by the above- named gentlemen. In course of time, as the choir advances in efficiency it is contemplated to study some of the larger works, not yet performed in Maitland, such as Romberg's "Lay of the Bell," Haydn's "Creation" and others. Some practice was gone through by the meeting on Wednesday, and they separated on the understanding that the weekly practice meetings would be held on Thursday night at the same place. The name the society has chosen is "Concordia." By an advertisement in another column, it will be perceived persons are invited to join the society.

ASSOCIATIONS: James Patrick Broderick (musician)

"SACRED AND SECULAR CONCERT", The Maitland Mercury (21 March 1865), 3

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On Friday evening a grand concert of sacred and secular music was given in the hall of the School of Arts, in aid of the funds of St. John's R. C. Church, by the conductor, organist, and members of the choir. The place was very well filled on the occasion - there being probably three hundred and fifty persons present. The upper part of the hall was decorated with canvasses bearing appropriate quotations from Scripture, and handsome folds of drapery decorated the front of the stage. The sacred part of the concert was most successful - the music, which was all of a very high and aspiring order, was well rendered. The remark applies especially to the "Gloria," from Mozart's 12th Mass, as a chorus, and the "Kyrie" (quartetto), from the same mass.
A new "Magnificat," composed by Dr. Chas. Horn, conductor of the choir, and produced on this occasion for the first time, was deservedly much admired, and was a great success. As a musical production it is highly creditable to the composer, and when known in musical circles, it is likely to be ranked with a class of compositions that must be very gratifying to him.
"Ecce Deus," a bass solo, was sang with good effect, and was loudly applauded. The "Gloria," from Mozart's 2nd Mass, and the duetto "O dulcis passio," by the same composer, were well executed.
The choruses of the secular part of the concert were selected with good taste and judgment, and were given in a manner that reflected much credit on the conductor and choir. They comprised Stirling's glee, "Dream the dream that's sweetest;" two compositions by Keller, for female voices only, "Oh! gentle music," and "Morning in thy splendour glowing;" "The night is advancing," from Rossini's "Il Turco in Italia;" and the Terzetto from "Moses in Egypt." A march and variations, as a duetto for pianoforte and violin, was effectively rendered. Among the solos were the air "Still so gently," from Somnambula, "Farewell," "We have been friends together," and the grand basso solo from Norma, "Sun of Freedom." These were all sang in a manner that won much applause from the audience. Mr. James Broderick presided at the harmonium and piano, and by his able manipulation of those instruments materially added to the success of the concert. Dr. Horn was most efficient as conductor, and before the concert terminated the Rev. Mr. Phelan announced that after Easter the choir, under the direction of their conductor, would give a concert in aid of the Maitland Hospital.

"DR. CHAS. HORN'S AND MR. M. H. WILSON'S CONCERT", The Maitland Mercury and Hunter River General Advertiser (7 October 1865), 2

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On Wednesday evening a grand vocal and instrumental concert was given in the hall of the School of Arts by the above-named musicians, assisted by Mr. F. Z. Herrman, Herr B. Sussmilch, and several of their pupils and friends. The audience which assembled on the occasion, though not quite filling the hall, was very numerous, especially in the reserved and front seats, every one of which was occupied. The programme was unusually attractive, the first half being part first of Haydn's magnificent oratorio, "The Creation." In this, a talented lady amateur from Newcastle, and Herr B. Sussmilch, conductor and primo tenore of the German Glee Club, Sydney (whose services were expressly obtained for this concert), gave their most valuable assistance . . . The lady amateur who sang the beautiful air, "With verdure clad," merited and received earnest applause for her exquisite vocalization of this very difficult aria. Another lady amateur (a pupil of Dr. Horn's) sang the air "The marvellous work," with great taste and sweetness of tone. The chorusses were all well executed, but particularly "Despairing, cursing rage," and the "Heavens are telling;" the trio which followed the last-named chorus was also well given. The audience, by their applause, appeared thoroughly to appreciate the music of this great masterpiece of Haydn; and the manner in which it was produced reflected much credit upon the soloists, choir, and conductor. Mr. Wilson played the accompaniments, and that was a guarantee of the excellence of their performance.
The second part of the programme comprised selections of vocal and instrumental music . . . A grand trio (two violins and piano) on airs from "La Sonnambula," played by Messrs. Wilson, Hermann, and Horn, was deservedly encored . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Christian Bernhard Sussmilch (vocalist); Frederick Zeugheer Hermann (violin)

[Advertisement], The Maitland Mercury and Hunter River General Advertiser (3 April 1866), 1

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GRAND VOCAL AND INSTRUMENTAL COMPLIMENTARY CONCERT TO THE REV. J. R. THACKERAY,
IN THE SCHOOL OF ARTS, West Maitland, WEDNESDAY, 4TH APRIL, 1866.
SOLO AND CHORUS BY THE LADIES AND GENTLEMEN AMATEURS OF WEST MAITLAND.
MRS. BALFOUR TO PRESIDE AT THE PIANO.
DR. CHAS. HORN, CONDUCTOR.
PROGRAMME: PART I. SACRED . . . 7. Song, "O Gloriosa," - DR. HORN . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: James Robert Thackeray (musical amateur); Mariana Charlotte Balfour (pianist)

[Advertisement], The Maitland Mercury and Hunter River General Advertiser (3 May 1866), 4

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TO PARTIES FURNISHING AND OTHERS.
SALE at the Residence of Dr. CHAS. H. HORN, Elgin street, West Maitland, on FRIDAY, May 4th, 1866.
R. N. SADLEAR has received instructions from Dr. Chas. H. Horn, who is relinquishing housekeeping,
to sell by auction, at his Residence, Elgin-street, nearly opposite the "Coach and Horses," West Maitland,
on FRIDAY, the 4th day of May, 1866, at Twelve o'clock,
HOUSEHOLD FURNITURE . . . number of English and German books (including Schiller's works complete) . . . splendid tri-chord cottage PIANOFORTE, full compass, a really good instrument, &c. &c. . . .
Terms cash.

"MUSICAL SOCIETY", The Newcastle Chronicle [NSW] (8 August 1866), 3

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A meeting of persons desirous of establishing a musical society in Newcastle was held on Saturday evening in the Court-house. The meeting was but thinly attended, no doubt owing to the evening (Saturday) being inconvenient to many who would have otherwise attended. James Hannell, Esq., M.L.A., having been voted to the chair, read the advertisement convening the meeting. Dr. Charles Horn stated he had been invited by several residents to open a singing class similar to the one he had in this town several years ago; he had, therefore, in conjunction with Mr. Marmaduke Wilson, called this meeting to see if sufficient members could be found to establish a permanent society. Mr. Wilson would take the instrumental part, and he (Dr. Horn) would take the vocal part. He calculated that, if members were to join and enrol for five months, that is, to the end of December, at 10s. 6d. each, and 5s. extra for probationers, a good society could be formed, and one or more concerts could be given at a profit of say £15 each. The expenses would be £16 10s. each for himself and Mr. Wilson, besides £1 a month for the hire of a piano. He did not wish that those who enrolled themselves should be compelled to take an active part. The music would be found gratuitously. Mr. George Wallace proposed, and Mr. Shaw seconded, "That a society be formed to be designated the Newcastle Choral Society" . . .

Further to the above, see also, "MUSICAL CHAT. NEWCASTLE MUSICAL SOCIETIES", Newcastle Morning Herald and Miners' Advocate (17 May 1913), 13

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[Advertisement], Empire [Sydney, NSW] (12 December 1868), 1

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MASONIC HALL. TUESDAY, 15th December, 1868.
GRAND VOCAL AND INSTRUMENTAL CONCERT, In Aid of the Funds of the CITY NIGHT REFUGE AND SOUP KITCHEN . . .
The Gentlemen forming the Orchestra: . . . Viola, Dr. Chas Horn, Mr. Schimmel, Mr. Salier . . .
Conductor - Herr CARL SCHMITT. Pianist - Mr. C. E. HORSLEY . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: John Jabez Salier (viola); Carl Schmitt (conductor); Charles Edward Horsley (pianist); Masonic Hall (Sydney venue)

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (1 October 1870), 9

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DR. CHARLES HORN, Private and Visiting Tutor. Address ELVY and CO., George-street.

ASSOCIATIONS: Elvy and Co. (musicsellers)

"Music and Drama", The Sydney Mail and New South Wales Advertiser (25 March 1871), 114

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MENDELSSOHN'S sublime oratorio of "Elijah" was reproduced on Tuesday evening by the Sydney Choral Society, at the Masonic Hall, before, if not so numerous, quite as appreciative an audience as upon the last occasion. In every possible way the performance was a great improvement upon its predecessor . . . Mr. Andrew Fairfax sang the difficult part of Elijah with much more effect than upon the last occasion; his rendering was a great deal more correct, and he was much more confident in the recitatives . . . The orchestra had undergone some change, one double bass performer had been dispensed with, the second violins increased, and Mr. M. Younger, the organist of the Cathedral, performed in the body of the chorus upon a very fine harmonium. With such colleagues as Mr. Cobley on the piano, Dr. Charles Horn taking the leading violin, and Mr. Hodge the leading reed, it may be said that the chorus did not suffer for want of talent; and throughout the instrumental part of the music was performed upon the whole with precision and correctness, especially the overture, the only defect being a little roughness in the accompaniments to the solos. Herr Schmidt may be well congratulated upon the condition of his society, and to have produced such an oratorio as the "Elijah," than which no more difficult one exists for orchestra and voice combined, and to produce it as effectively as it was on Tuesday, not only does ample credit to him as a conductor but to the zeal and ability of the performing members.

ASSOCIATIONS: Andrew Fairfax (vocalist); Montague Younger (musician); Edwin Harry Cobley (musician); Sebastian Hodge (musician); Sydney Choral Society (association)

"DEATHS", Evening News (2 October 1871), 2

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On the 30th July, at Hamburgh, Frederica Horn, in the 80th year of her age, relict of the late Rev. Dr. H. G. Horn, of Hamburgh, and mother of Dr. Charles H. Horn, of Sydney.

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (27 December 1873), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13329109

DR. C. HORN will resume his professional duties on MONDAY, 6th January. Address Elvy and Co.

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (14 June 1882), 12

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13513452 

DR. CHAS. HORN, Private Tutor, visiting schools and families, preparing for Examinations, some time for the ensuing quarter disengaged.
English, Classics, Modern Languages, Music, &c. Glebe Point-road; or Ascherberg and Co.

ASSOCIATIONS: Nicholson and Ascherberg (musicsellers)

"MUSIC & DRAMA", The Sydney Mail and New South Wales Advertiser (12 May 1883), 898

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article162082290 

A movement has been started by some of the old pupils of Dr. Charles Horn, who has been prominent as a musician and teacher in the colony for 25 years, to present him with a testimonial in recognition of his services to art in that period. It is difficult to estimate the value of such work by a conscientious teacher in a young community, and that those who have profited by his knowledge thus recognise their obligation is creditable to all, particularly as the highest class of teaching is by no means that which is best paid. Mr. W. Neill, manager of the City Bank, is the hon. treasurer, and the promoters include many well-known ladies and gentlemen.

ASSOCIATIONS: William Neill (honorary treasurer)

"DEATHS", The Sydney Morning Herald (21 April 1887), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13647129

HORN. - April 19, at his residence, 36, Pitt-street, Redfern, Dr. Charles Horn, of Hamburg, Germany, in his 63rd year.

"SYDNEY", The Maitland Mercury (21 April 1887), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article18887088

Dr. Charles Horn, a well known musical German resident, died yesterday.

"NEWS OF THE DAY", The Sydney Morning Herald (28 May 1887), 11

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13658967 

The annual meeting of the Kaiser Wilhelm Spende (German Benevolent Society) took place in the German Club on Wednesday, May 25 . . . At a meeting subsequently held by the new committee, Mr. Greenland was appointed successor to the late lamented and energetic secretary, Dr. Charles Horn, who had held that position ever since the society was established, and whose thorough knowledge and long experience enabled him to distinguish the deserving from the undeserving applications, which has always been of great value.

Musical publications (extant in red bold; non-extant in black bold):

Psalms and songs [Hymns and songs] (Horn, 1857)

NO COPY IDENTIFIED

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (29 January 1857), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article28636719 

MUSIC - Psalms and Songs (English and German),
1st part, simply arranged for two and three voices, for the use of schools,
by Dr. H. HORN, senior master of modern languages and music at King's the School, Parramatta.
Published by Messrs. ENGEL and GELBRECHT, 47, Pitt-street. Price 2s.

ASSOCIATIONS: Engel and Gelbrecht (publishers)

"HYMNS AND SONGS", The Sydney Morning Herald (30 January 1857), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article28636727 

Dr. Hermann Horn, the master of modern languages and music in the King's School, Parramatta, has just published the first part of a series of English and German Hymns and Songs. They are intended for the use of his pupils, but they will be found useful to the public generally. Part first contains the following: God save the Queen, Psalm 100, Hymn, O Sanctissima, Psalm 149, Hymn (Beethoven), Forget me not, Gloria, Schwerdtlied, Long long ago, Vaterland, Hymn (Howard's), Wanderlied, Loreley.

Bibliography and resources:

"Dr. Charles H. Horn", Design & Art Australia Online (DAAO)

http://www.daao.org.au/bio/dr-charles-h-horn

HORNABROOK, John (John HORNABROOK; Mr. J. HORNABROOK; Mr. HORNABROOK)

Musical amateur, amateur vocalist, currier, publican

Born Egloskerry, Cornwall, England, 1809; baptised Egloskerry, 31 December 1809; son of Joseph HORNABROOK and Rebecca GREGORY
Married [1] Peggy Greenfield ATKINS (d. 1837), St. Mary Magdalene, Launceston, Cornwall, England, 12 October 1830
Arrived Adelaide, SA, 27 December 1838 (per Glenalvon, from London, 12 August)
Married [2] Sarah SHEPHERD (Mrs. ATTWOOD) (c. 1812-1902), Trinity church, Adelaide, SA, 23 November 1847
Died Adelaide, SA, 23 August 1862, aged "50/51" [sic]

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=John+Hornabrook+1809-1862 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/C._A._Hornabrook (son - Wikipedia)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-H-5.php#HORNABROOK-John (shareable link to this entry)

Documentation:

Baptisms, Egloskerry, Cornwall, 1809; Cornwall baptisms

https://www.findmypast.com.au/transcript?id=R_105935258827 (PAYWALL)

1809 . . . Dec'r 31 / John, son of Joseph & Rebecca Hornabrook was privately baptized

ASSOCIATIONS: Joseph Hornabrook (1767-1848) and Rebecca Gregory (1772-1853) married at South Petherwin, Cornwall, on 27 March 1794

Marriages, St. Mary Magdalene, Launceston, Cornwall, 1830; Cornwall marriages

https://www.findmypast.com.au/transcript?id=GBPRS/M/959082943/F1 (PAYWALL)

12 October 1830 / John Hornabrook / Peggy Greenfield Atkins

Arrivals per Glenalvon, Adelaide, 27 December 1838, from London, 12 August; SA passengers in history

https://passengers.history.sa.gov.au/node/601844 

John Hornabrook, currier, publican

"ANNIVERSARY OF THE HOPE LODGE OF ODD FELLOWS", South Australian Register [Adelaide, SA] (16 April 1845), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article27449955 

The anniversary of the Hope Lodge was held last night in the Lodge-room, Freemasons Tavern, Pirie-street, Dr. Nash in the chair. About one hundred and twenty persons sat down. The cloth having been withdrawn, Non nobis Domine was sung with great effect by Messrs. Ewens, Bennett, Kent, &c. . . .
The Chairman . . . had also to thank the host and Mrs. Robinson for the good cheer they had prepared for them that evening . . . Drunk with Lodge honors.
Song - "Holy Friar," by Mr. Hornabrook . . .
Mr. Phipson said it was with great diffidence he rose to propose a toast . . . "Dr. Kent, Mr. Ewens, Mr. Bennett, Mr. Tolmer, and the other gentlemen who had enlivened the Company with their songs and music" . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: William Ewens (vocalist); George Bennett (pianist, vocalist); Benjamin Archer Kent (vocalist); Alexander Tolmer (violinist)

MUSIC: The holy friar [I am a friar of orders gray] (words by O'Keefe; music by Reeve, as arranged by Henry Russell); and see also Glee version

"HOPE LODGE (ODDFELLOWS') ANNIVERSARY", Adelaide Observer (8 November 1845), 3-4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article158921104 

On Wednesday last the Hope Lodge held its anniversary dinner . . . The musical department was under the management of Mr. Bennett, a member of the lodge, whose services were gratuitous, as were those of his friends, Messrs. Ewens, Harward, Hornabrook, and Yems. Dr. Kent and Captain Tolmer also kindly assisted, and we may truly say, that the anniversary festivities included a concert of no mean pretension, as well as a dinner.
After the cloth was removed, and Non nobis Domine sung by Dr. Kent, Messrs. Bennett, Ewens, &c. . . .
Glee - "The Boatie rows" . . . Glee - "Mighty Conqueror" . . .
Glee, "Ye Mariners of England" . . . Glee - "The Red-Cross Knight" . . .
Glee - "Here in cool Grot" . . .
Glee - "Foresters, sound the cheerful horn" . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Thomas Harward (vocalist); James Yems (vocalist)

"MR. BENNETT'S CONCERT", South Australian (2 January 1846), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article71603665 

On Tuesday evening, Mr. Bennett, assisted by the best musical talent in the colony, gave a concert in the large room behind the Free Masons' Tavern. The concert was attended by considerably more than two hundred persons, including a large number of country gentlemen, with their families, and of the haut ton and respectability of the city. His Excellency the Governor, who was kind enough to patronise the concert, arrived shortly after eight, and the performances immediately afterwards commenced. The principal performers, besides Mr. Bennett, were Mrs. A. J. Murray, Messrs. Ewens, Harward, Mitchell, Yems, and Hornabrook. Mr. Lee also gave his able assistance with the violin. The concert fully supported the reputation previously acquired by the various performers. We remarked that they played very well in time, which is a high excellence. The performances commenced with, the overture "Otello," by Rossini, which was followed by a number of glees and songs . . . The catch "Would you know my Celia's Charms," was uncommonly well performed, and was loudly encored . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Georgiana Murray (pianist, vocalist); Mr. Mitchell (vocalist); Philip Lee (violin)

"MRS. MURRAY'S CONCERT", South Australian Gazette and Colonial Register (27 February 1847), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article195934646 

The extreme heat of the weather prevented our being present at this lady's Concert on Tuesday evening. We have therefore availed ourselves of the subjoined communication, which has been handed to us by a gentleman who attended: -
The lovers of harmony had a rich treat in Mrs. Murray's concert . . . and we are sure our old friends Mr. Bennett, Mr. Ewens, Mr. Mitchell, Mr. Harward, Mr. Yems, and Mr. Hornabrook, will join us in it - that the public have a long arrear of justice due to Mrs. Murray, which we feel confident it would be fully ratified by the audience of last evening, who, we feel assured, departed more than satisfied with their evening's recreation . . .

"MRS. MURRAY'S CONCERT", South Australian (2 March 1847), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article71607463 

We regretted that we were compelled in our last to omit a notice of this concert, which was beyond dispute the best we have had in this colony . . . Messrs. Mitchell, Harward, Yems, and Hornabrook, sung, in their several parts, in good tune and with great taste. And altogether, we repeat, that at no former concert have we been so much pleased. The intense heat, we are sorry to say, prevented many parties from attending . . .

"MRS. MURRAY'S CONCERT", South Australian (9 April 1847), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article71607908 

On Tuesday evening, Mrs. Murray gave another Concert of Vocal and Instrumental Music. She was assisted by Messrs. Bennett, Horncastle, Ewens, Mitchell, Harward, Yems, Hornabrook, Richards, father and son, and Smith; but we regretted much to perceive the miserable attendance, not more than fifty persons being present . . . The small attendance, however, had little effect in damping the spirits and efforts of the performers, who exerted themselves to the utmost. Without intending to be invidious, we may mention, in particular, Mrs. Murray's songs - The glee, "Breath of the Briar," and the overtures, "Fra Diavolo," and "Guillaume Tell," as having been admirably performed . . .

[News], South Australian Register (13 October 1847), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article48543479 

The amateur performance for the benefit of the Odd fellows school came off last night in the New Queen's Theatre, which was crowded to excess, there being no less than 500 persons present. The performances, upon the whole were far better than had been anticipated from the multiform description of the intended actors; the thronged audience appeared unanimously to be highly pleased with the evening's amusements; and Mr. Deering deserves great credit for his judicious arrangement of such anomalous materials. Two glees - "Here in Cool Grot," and "Mynheer Vandunk," were sung with admirable taste by Messrs. Ewens, Mitchell, Yems, Harwood, and Hornabrook, accompanied in first-rate style by Mr. Bennett, who very kindly volunteered his able assistance on the occasion. Mr. Tolmer performed a solo on the violin with exquisite sweetness; and Mr. Thomson another on the violencello which gave full satisfaction. The proceeds of the evening were reckoned to be about £70.

ASSOCIATIONS: Henry Shinton Deering (actor, manager); New Queen's Theatre (Adelaide venue)

"ANNIVERSARY DINNER OF THE (O.F.) HOPE LODGE", South Australian (12 November 1847), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article71609827 

ON Tuesday evening [9 November], the Officers and Brothers of the Hope Lodge of Odd Fellows celebrated the anniversary of the formation of their lodge by a grand dinner in the large room of the Freemasons' Tavern . . . the company was highly respectable, and numbered about 120 members and friends of the Order . . . The company were greatly indebted to Mr. Bennett, who presided at the piano, to Messrs. Ewens, Mitchell, Harward, Yems, and Hornabrook, for many delightful pieces of music, and to Br. Tolmer, for some delicious airs on the violin . . .

"DINNER TO CAPTAIN KIRSOPP, R.N., OF THE 'JUNO' STEAMER.", South Australian Gazette and Mining Journal (13 November 1847), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article195935490 

On Wednesday evening [10 November] an entertainment was given at the Club House to Capt. Kirsopp, by the friends of that officer . . . Messrs. Ewen, Mitchell, Yems, Harward, and Hornabrook contributed their vocal powers, and throughout the evening executed in first-rate style numerous glees appropriate to the toasts . . .

"LOCAL INTELLIGENCE", South Australian Register (15 December 1847), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article48543520 

St. John's Church was reopened last Sunday morning . . . The congregation was but small, owing to the extreme heat, of the day, and Trinity Church not being closed, as had been at first arranged. The music was magnificently conduced by Mr. Bennett, with his rich-toned harmonia, and the singing finely performed by Messrs. Ewens, Mitchell, Yams, Harward, and Hornabrook, who kindly volunteered their services for the occasion. The public of Adelaide are certainly indebted to these accomplished singers for the numerous instances in which they have aided benevolent purposes by their talents . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Music in Anglican churches (general)

"ANTI-ROYALTY DEMONSTRATION", South Australian (4 August 1848), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article71612038 

YESTERDAY, about a hundred and sixty gentlemen dined together, at the late stores of Messrs. Elder, in Hindley-street, to celebrate the legal extinction of the Royalty exaction . . . The cloth being withdrawn, the Chairman gave the health of the Queen. He said that though South Australians were attached to Royalty, they were not so to a Royalty tax (laughter and cheers). He gave "The health of our beloved Queen. God bless her!" (rounds of cheers).
Glee - "God save the Queen." Mr. Bennett presided at the piano-forte; the vocalists were Messrs. Mitchell, Yems, Harward, and Hornabrook . . .
Glee, four voices - "How should we mortals spend our days?" . . . Glee - "Hail, smiling morn" . . .
Glee - "The Zephyr" . . . Glee - "The huge globe has enough to do" . . .
Glee - "Here in cool grot" . . . Glee - "Oh Willie brew'd a peck o' maut" . . .
Glee - "Push the red wine about" . . . Glee - "Here's a health to all good lasses" . . .

"HOPE LODGE OF ODDFELLOWS", South Australian Register (11 November 1848), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article48728638 

The Hope Lodge of Oddfellows of the Manchester Unity held its anniversary dinner on Thursday evening last (9th instant), in the large room of the Freemason's Tavern, Pirie-street . . . After the cloth was removed, Messrs. Bennett, Yems, Mitchell, Harwood, and Hornabrook chaunted the Non nobis, Domine, and then followed in quick succession the usual loyal toasts - the vocalists performing the National Anthem and other appropriate accompaniments . . .

"FORESTER'S' FIRST ANNIVERSARY", Adelaide Times (28 May 1849), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article206980724 

The "Ancient Order of Foresters," Court Perseverance, No. 2221, Adelaide, held their first Anniversary on Thursday evening last, at the capacious room of the "Hope Lodge," of Odd Fellows, in rear of the "Freemasons' Tavern" . . . The toasts were throughout, agreeably diversified, with excellent harmony from Messrs. Yems, Hornabrook, and Mitchell, and with pianoforte accompaniment by Mr. Bennett . . .

"LAW AND POLICE COURTS. BENCH OF MAGISTRATES. Monday, 10th December . . . NEW GENERAL LICENCES", South Australian Register (12 December 1849), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article50247225 

John Hornabrook, for "The York Hotel," corner of Rundle and Pulteney-streets (late Miss Bathgate's). Mr. H. Gilbert supported the application. It was intended to conduct the house in the manner of a private hotel. Miss Bathgate, and in fact every person in the neighbourhood, signed the application. Their Worships consulted for some time in an undertone. As no doubt the considerations which occupied their attention were weighty, we regret we cannot record them. "The Council of ten" having closed the secret conference, The Chairman addressed the applicant, saying, -
Mr. Hornabrook, there has been considerable discussion before the Bench in your favour. I hope the house will maintain its established good name. It is right to inform you that the question depended on my casting vote, and I gave you the benefit of it.
Mr. Hornabrook bowed his acknowledgments. Granted.

ASSOCIATIONS: York Hotel (Adelaide, c. 1850)

"LICENSED VICTUALLERS' SOCIETY . . . THE DINNER", South Australian Register (12 March 1850), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article38449478 

The first annual festival of the Licensed Victuallers' Society was held last evening, at the Freemasons' Tavern, and a very splendid fete it was. One hundred and thirty gentlemen sat down to dinner at seven o'clock, . . . Among the company were many old colonists, and a host of minor stars in the colonial hemisphere . . .
The Chairman in giving the usual loyal toast, "The Queen" . . .
"God save the Queen!" was splendidly sung by some gentlemen amateurs, accompanied on the grand pianoforte by Mr. Bennett . . .
Glee - "Hail smiling morn!" by Messrs. Honnybrook [sic], Yems, and Mitchell . . .
Quartette - "Red Wine," by Messrs. Harwood, Hornabrook, Yems, and Mitchell . . .
Glee, "Dame Durdon" . . .
Song, "The Friar of Orders Grey," by Mr. Hornabrook . . .
Glee, "Willie brewed a peck o'maut;" and of this glee we may safely pronounce that more admirable vocal harmony was never produced in the colony . . .

"LICENSED VICTUALLERS' SOCIETY . . . THE DINNER", South Australian Register (11 March 1851), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article38439486 

About sixty members of the Licensed Victuallers' Society and their friends sat down to a sumptuous dinner last evening. The board was spread with every delicacy of the season, served up in that inimitable style for which the Freemasons', under Dyke's regime, has been celebrated . . . After grace was said and the cloth removed. The Chairman gave "The Queen," which was drunk with an enthusiasm worthy of the Senior United Service Club, Mr. Maculloch, on the cornopean, thrilling the company with the National Anthem in his finest style. The Chairman, with a few appropriate words of introduction, next gave "Prince Albert and the rest of the Royal Family." Three times three, and "Rule Britannia," by Mr. Maculloch; after which was sung "A Friar of Orders grey," by Mr. Hornabrook . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Robert McCullagh (musician)

"DINNER TO JOHN BAKER, ESQ., M.L.C., BY THE MOUNT BARKER ELECTORS", South Australian Register (15 October 1851), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article38440396 

The pressing invitation from the Mount Barker constituency to John Baker, Esq., having been accepted by the hon. member representing that extensive and opulent district, the dinner was provided on Friday evening last at Anderson's commodious inn, the good cheer of which confers a very enviable distinction upon the township of Woodside . . .
The cloth having been removed . . . Song - The Friar of Orders Grey," by Mr. Hornabrook . . .

"GUMERACKA AGRICULTURAL SHOW. Thursday, 17th March", South Australian Register (26 March 1853), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article38463903 

. . . A numerous party sat down to dinner at 5 o'clock . . . Song, by Mr. Hornabrook . . .

"DIED", South Australian Weekly Chronicle (23 August 1862), 1 supplement

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article90255338 

HORNABROOK - At his residence, West Mitcham, Mr. John Hornabrook, in the 51st year of his age.

HORNCASTLE, Frederick William (F. W. HORNCASTLE) - see mainpage Frederick William HORNCASTLE

Musician, vocalist (arrived Adelaide, SA, 1847; died Botany Bay, NSW, 1850)

HORNCASTLE, Mr. (Mr. HORNCASTLE)

Vocalist

Active Creswick and Geelong, VIC, 1856

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

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-H-5.php#HORNCASTLE-Mr-VIC (shareable link to this entry)

Documentation:

"CRESWICK'S CREEK (FROM OUR OWN CORRESPONDENT) February 11th", The Age [Melbourne, VIC] (15 February 1856), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article154864390 

Messrs. Horncastle and Golding took a joint benefit at the Theatre on Monday last, and had a fair house. Mr. Golding's comic songs, especially that entitled "the Lazy Society," are much relished by his audiences.

ASSOCIATIONS: Daniel Golding (comic vocalist)

[Advertisement], Geelong Advertiser and Intelligencer [VIC] (8 March 1856), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article91869730 

SOUTHEY'S Geelong Hotel.- For Four Nights more. -
Immense success of Messrs. Golding and Horncastle's Concerts and Dissolving Views.
Programme for this Evening:
PART I.
Overture - Mr. White
"Fall of Sebastopol" - Horncastle
"Do not Mingle," - La Sonnambula - Mrs. Turner
"Gone in the Calmness," Matilda - Mr. Turner
Comic Medley - Goulding
"Rockaway," - Russell - Horncastle
"Bid me Discourse," - Mrs. Turner
"Rhine, thou Queen of Waters" - Mr. Turner
"Ireland the Place is," - Comic - Golding
Ballad - Horncastle
Buffo Duet - "Fairest Maiden," - Love Spell - Mr. and Mrs. Turner
An Interval of Five minutes.
PART II.
"Bloodhound," - Mr. Horncastle
Comic Song - Golding
"White Squall," - Barker - Turner
Auld Robin Grey," Mrs. Turner
Comic Song - Mr. Golding
Ballad - Horncastle
Duet - "The Rose," - Mr. and Mrs. Turner
To conclude with Grand Dioramic Dissolving Views. - Must be seen to be appreciated . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Charlotte and Austin Turner (vocalists); Thomas White (pianist)

HORNE, Master (Master HORNE; Master HORN)

Vocalist

Active Sydney, NSW, 1835

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

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-H-5.php#HORNE-Master (shareable link to this entry)

Documentation:

"MR. GORDONOVITCH'S CONCERT", The Sydney Gazette and New South Wales Advertiser [NSW] (22 January 1835), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2197118

On Tuesday evening [20 January] one of the most brilliant and fashionable assemblages that New South Wales can produce, assembled at the Pulteney Hotel for the purpose of hearing (as it turned out to be) some of the finest specimens of vocal and instrumental music ever before heard in this colony. The arrangements made by Mr. Cavendish, under whose superintendence the concert was got up, reflect infinite credit, on that gentleman . . . a glee by Mrs. Taylor, Mr. Aldis and Mr. Knowles gave entire satisfaction . . . glee, "Dame Durden," by Mr. Aldis, Mr. Knowles, and Master Horn, was middling . . . Solo and grand double chorus (Purcell), Knowles, in his first part, was greatly at fault, not being able to reach the high notes. Finale, "Figaro" (Mozart), by the whole band, was brilliant, and the company departed well pleased with the evening's entertainment . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: George Gordonovitch (vocalist); Maria Taylor (vocalist); Conrad Knowles (vocalist); William Henry Aldis (vocalist); Pulteney Hotel (Sydney venue)

"CONCERT", The Australian (23 January 1835), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article42009914

. . . The principal singers were Mrs. Taylor, a young lady, Master Horne, Mr. Aldis, Mr. Ellis, and Mr. Knowles. The choruses were by the choir of the Roman Catholic Chapel. In all there were twenty-seven singers, and the incomparable band of the 17th Regt. There were upwards of three hundred persons present . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Mr. Ellis (vocalist); Music at St. Mary's cathedral (Sydney); Band of the 17th Regiment (military)

HORNE, Miss = Annette HORN

Musician, harpist, harp player

HORNE, Arthur (Arthur HORNE)

Musical amateur, amateur musician, vocalist, clerk, mariner

Born Clapham, Surrey, England, 20 October 1818; baptised Clapham, 9 December 1818; son of William HORNE and Mary HOOPER
Arrived Adelaide, SA, by 1843
Married Maria COWEN (c. 1822-1889), Melbourne, NSW (VIC), 1848
Died Launceston, TAS, 29 June 1892, aged "73/74"

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Arthur+Horne+1818-1892 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-H-5.php#HORNE-Arthur (shareable link to this entry)

Documentation:

Baptisms solemnized in the parish of Clapham in the county of Surrey in the year 1818; register 1813-50, page 90; London Metropolitan Archives, P95/LEN/065

https://www.ancestry.com.au/search/collections/1558/records/4624105 (PAYWALL)

No. 718 / [1818] Dec'r 9th / Born Oct'r 20th / Arthur 3rd son [of] William and Mary late Hooper spr. / Horne / North Row / Coal Merchant . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: William Horne and Mary Hooper married at the Quaker meeting house, Wandsworth, Surrey, on 1 January 1807

"ADELAIDE SHIPPING INTELLIGENCE", Adelaide Observer [SA] (26 August 1843), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article158917396 

August 20. - The cutter Jane Flaxman, 14 tons, Horne, master, from Cape Jervis.

"VESSELS IN HARBOUR", South Australian [Adelaide, SA] (12 November 1844), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article71613338 

HERO (cutter), 38 tons, Arthur Horne, master; at the Queen's Wharf; bound to Launceston. H. W. Phillips, agent.

[Advertisement], The Argus [Melbourne, NSW (VIC)] (15 September 1848), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4775005 

In the Insolvent Estate of Arthur Horne of Melbourne, in the District of Port Phillip in the Colony of New South Wales, Writing Clerk, but formerly of Portland, Ship-builder . . .

"SACRED HARMONIC SOCIETY", Launceston Examiner [TAS] (11 January 1859), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article38994650 

The half-yearly meeting of this Society was held in the Wycliffe Chapel, on Thursday evening last . . .
The following are the officers for the ensuing half year:
President, Mr. Wm. Gurr. Conductor, Mr. T. Sharp.
Treasurer, Mr. R. Kenworthy. Secretary, Mr. W. Stokes.
Committee - Messrs. Abbott, Horne, Long, McDonald, and Johnstone . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: William Gurr (member); Thomas Sharp (musician); Robert Kenworthy (member); William Stokes (member); W. Abbott (member); Alexander Johnston (member); Launceston Sacred Harmonic Society (association)

"SACRED HARMONIC SOCIETY. [TO THE] EDITOR OF THE . . .", Launceston Examiner (15 May 1860), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article39000509 

SIR.- An individual signing himself "Apollo" has favored you with a communication relative to the dissolution of the Sacred Harmonic Society, in which he indulges in the grossest falsehoods and misrepresentations respecting the part taken by me in the proceedings . . . His letter is in fact a complete tissue of misstatements and misrepresentations from beginning to end, and was evidently written under the influence of the most malicious and vindictive feeling. As to his reflections upon myself as a conductor and my acquaintance with the 3rd Mass, I shall simply notice them by saying that I can quite understand the feelings which have dictated his remarks as he is still smarting under the recollection of the check I found it necessary to give to his towering ambition some months since. Doubtless he remembers a certain individual sending a list of solos to me accompanied with an intimation that he had selected them for his debut at the following concert but which I, knowing his utter inability to execute them, refused to allow; the consequences of which refusal I have good reason to know were peculiarly disagreeable to him. "Apollo" remembers the circumstance I doubt not. At the same time it would be ungenerous not to acknowledge the high compliment he has unwittingly paid me when he speaks of the flourishing and very prosperous condition of the Society, which would hardly be the case under an incompetent conductor.

In conclusion I would state that whatever may be said to the contrary by "Apollo," the Rev. Mr. Price, or any other individuals, the course I have taken has been dictated only by a desire to promote the best interests of the Society and to extend its usefulness. I have no intention of noticing any further communications from "Apollo" or any other anonymous writer. I have given a fair and truthful statement of the matter, and if any person is disposed to dispute with me any further upon the subject he must throw aside the cowardly mask of a fictitious signature, and come openly and fairly into the field when he will find me prepared to reply. Apologising for trespassing so largely upon your space,
I remain, Sir, yours obediently,
- T. SHARP,
Conductor Launceston Harmonic Society.

ASSOCIATIONS: Launceston Sacred Harmonic Society (association dissolved); Launceston Harmonic Society (association formed)

"TO MR. THOMAS SHARP, CONDUCTOR OF THE LAUNCESTON HARMONIC SOCIETY (Per favor of the Launceston Examiner)", Launceston Examiner (22 May 1860), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article39000576 

SIR, - My attention has been called to a letter in the Launceston Examiner, purporting to be an answer to some previous article in that paper, signed "Apollo," commenting upon certain proceedings of the Sacred Harmonic Society, and your conduct as Conductor of the same. It would appear that you assign to me the authorship of that letter, and under that impression think fit to use expressions and to impute motives that, I think, call for some notice from me . . . And now for a word of advice from one who has seen more of the world than yourself: do not fall into that common error with young men who are suddenly raised to an unexpected height, of thinking that it resulted entirely from their own transcendent merits; because it generally happens that force of circumstances has had much more to do with such elevation. A few certainly achieve greatness, but the far larger majority have it thrust upon them; and it is greatness even to be conductor of a Harmonic Society to one who might have played polkas and quadrilles for a long time either in Launceston or Cape Town before he got written about in the newspapers; and do not wantonly attack a person with gross expressions, and try to render him ridiculous in the eyes of the public upon a mere supposition.
I remain, Sir, Yours obediently,
ARTHUR HORNE.
Elphin Road, May 21.

"MR. ARTHUR HORNE", Daily Telegraph [Launceston, TAS] (30 June 1892), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article153218957 

Amongst the death notices in this issue will be found the announcement of the demise of Mr. Arthur Horne, of Erina-street, who died yesterday afternoon between 1 and 2 o'clock, after a very short illness. The deceased gentleman was in his usual good health until a few days ago, when he was seized with colic, a complaint with which he was not unfamiliar. On Monday evening Dr. Pike was called in, but the deceased breathed his last at the time mentioned, the immediate cause of death being syncope, unattended with pain. Mr. Horne was born in Clapham, a suburb of London, in 1818, and was consequently in his 74th year. During the early part of his colonial career he was owner and master of the brig Swan, trading between this port and Adelaide, and afterwards opened up a brickfield above Erina-street, where he lived for so many years. He will, however, best be remembered as having for over 20 years been employed as bookkeeper at Messrs. Williamson and Thomas' drapery establishment, Brisbane-street, where now stand the business premises of Dempsters.
Mr. Horne for a number of years took a leading part in musical circles, and was of a genial character, a1though of a somewhat retiring disposition. He was a widower, and leaves a family of eight - two daughters, one of whom is married to Mr. H. C. Littler, and six sons, the eldest a whom (Mr. William Horne) was well known on the literary staff of the Launceston Examiner. The funeral is announced to take place at 4 o'clock to-day.

"OBITUARY", Launceston Examiner (30 June 1892), 3

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Death has been busy in the community of late, several of our most valued and respected colonists having passed over to the great majority. While the community are mourning the loss sustained by the death of Mr. Wm. Gibson the news comes that another much esteemed gentleman, Mr. Arthur Horne has passed away. The sad event was unexpected, and the shock to his friends, and those who were acquainted with him, is all the more severe. He had passed the allotted time of human existence, having reached the age of 73 years, and it needs no application of the de mortuis proverb to speak well of him, for his life was well spent. Sincere in his desire to do right, and honourable to the back-bone, all who were familiar with his kindly face and genial nature will regret his departure from amongst us. He was not an enthusiast in public life, but he did good in his own way and was appreciated accordingly. He was a scholar in every sense of the word, the whole of his spare time having been spent in reading and study, and moveover, he was a gentleman - courteous and obliging, and a harsh word never passed his lips, and it was a pleasure to converse with him. Such a man is always regarded with respect, and he made many friends and no enemies. It is therefore with deep regret that we have to chronicle his decease, which occurred suddenly at his residence, Erina-street, yesterday, and the news of which will occasion much sorrow.
Mr. Horne was the youngest son of Mr. William Horne, merchant, of Bankside, London, and was born on October 14, 1819 [sic, 1818]. He was educated under Dr. May at Clapham House, in Surrey, and in 1844 emigrated to seek his fortunes in Australia, at that period attracting considerable attention at home. He arrived at Adelaide in the year named, and in order to gain colonial experience joined a friend who had a year previously taken up a station within what would now be thought a short distance of Adelaide; but he soon wearied of the monotony of life on a newly-formed sheep station, and returned to Adelaide. Having gained a knowledge of seamanship in his father's vessels, he bought a smart little 80-ton cutter, the Hero, and traded between Launceston and Portland Bay and other Australian ports. Having accumulated considerable means he married in the year 1848, and made his home in Melbourne, and for some time was in the employ of a commercial firm in that city. The development of trade caused by the discovery of the Victorian gold-fields induced him to purchase the brig Swan and take to sea again, and he took so great a liking to Tasmania during his trips to Launceston that in 1853 he removed here, and bought the residence in Erina-street in which he has since resided. Serious illness, which confined him to bed for over two years, disorganised his plans, and compelled him, when health was restored, to return to commercial employment. He secured and held the position of clerk of the Launceston market for the last few years that the Municipal Council maintained that institution under their own management, and subsequently filled the position of book-keeper to Messrs. Williamson and Thomas for 14 years. He then retired from active work.
In bygone years Mr. Horne was a prominent member of the old Northern Horticultural Society, and was a constant exhibitor at its shows. He was also an active member of the Launceston Philharmonic and Sacred Harmonic Societies, and many of our old readers will recall his pleasing and cultivated vocalism as one of the leading amateur tenor singers of Launceston musical circles in those days. In public and private life he was esteemed for his kindly and honourable disposition.
He was a most affectionate husband and father. His wife died in the early part of the year 1890, and the deceased gentleman never recovered from the shock of his bereavement; but, though his health has been failing for some time, the end was rendered sudden by an unexpected failure of the heart. He leaves six sons and two daughters, all of whom are settled in Tasmania. Mr. Wm. Horne, one of the deceased gentleman's sons, was for many years connected with the Launceston Examiner, one of the oldest journalists in the colony, and occupied the position of editor at the time of his secession a few months ago. He proved a worthy son of a worthy father, with whose honourable principles he was thoroughly imbued. Deep regret has been expressed at the decease of Mr. Horne, and much sympathy exists with his bereaved family. The funeral will leave his late residence at 4 p.m. to-day.

HORNE, Richard Hengist (Richard Henry HORNE; Richard HORNE; Richard Hengist HORNE; R. H. HORNE; R. HORNE; Mr. HORNE)

Musical amateur, amateur musician, vocalist, guitarist, pianist, violin and viola player, librettist, lyricist, author, poet

Born Edmonton, Middlesex, England, 31 December 1802; son of James HORNE and Maria PARTRIDGE
Arrived Melbourne, VIC, 17 September 1852 (per Kent, from London, 4 June)
Departed Melbourne, VIC, 12 June 1869 (per Lady Jocelyn, for London)
Died Margate, England, 13 March 1884

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http://nla.gov.au/nla.party-530814 (NLA persistent identifier)

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Richard_Henry_Horne (Wikipedia)

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"Orion Horne" (Batchelder & O'Neill, photographer; c. 1869)

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/177671853 

http://handle.slv.vic.gov.au/10381/155663 (DIGITISED)

ASSOCIATIONS: Batchelder and O'Neill (photographers)

Documentation:

"LATEST FROM ENGLAND", Adelaide Observer [SA] (28 August 1852), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article160110481 

Our latest date per Australian is June 5: - Among the passengers to these shores were Mr. William Howitt, the popular author, and Mr. R. H. Horne, the author of "Orion," and other poetical works of distinguished merit.

ASSOCIATIONS: William Howitt (author)

List of passengers on board the Kent, from London, 4 June 1852, for Port Phillip, September; Public Record Office Victoria

https://prov.vic.gov.au/archive/33FC5616-F96C-11E9-AE98-D185E5E909BF?image=263 (DIGITISED)

. . . Mr. W. Howitt . . . // Mr. R. C. Horne [sic] // [among those] Not entitled to [? better] wine & beer &c. . . .

"MELBOURNE SHIPPING. ARRIVALS. - September 17", Empire [Sydney, NSW] (29 September 1852), 2

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Kent, ship, 650, John Terry, from London via Plymouth June 10th; passengers - . . . Messrs. W. Howitt . . . R. C. Horne . . .

For a sketch of Horne's earlier career, see also "OUR FIRST LITERARY ARRIVALS", Empire (8 October 1852), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article60132348 

"QUEEN'S THEATRE. GARRISON THEATRICALS", The Argus [Melbourne, VIC] (4 July 1855), 5

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A brilliant audience assembled last evening in the Queen's Theatre, to do honor to the amateur theatrical performance in aid of the Patriotic Fund. Every part of the house was well filled, and the boxes and pit displayed an assemblage of ladies such as we have never before witnessed within the walls of any theatrical establishment in the colony . . . The band of the 12th Regiment, conducted by Mr. Callen, performed various pieces of operatic and dance music at the different intervals with much effect, and added not a little to the eclat with which the whole entertainment passed off . . . After the drama a French song was sung by Mr. Rede. An Irish jig was then introduced by Miss and Master Chambers, and encored. Mr. R. Horne subsequently made his appearance in a Spanish costume, and sang a very pretty romance in that language. Although deficient in vocal power, the singer imparted such an exquisite delicacy of finish to his execution of the graceful melody he sang, that the audience complimented him by demanding an encore, and the morceau which Mr. Horne substituted was similarly treated. In addition to manifesting considerable ability as a singer, Mr. Horne proved himself, by his guitar accompaniment, a good musician . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: George Douglas Callen (master, 12th band); Robert William Rede (amateur vocalist, goldfields commissioner); as reported in The Age two weeks later, commissioner Reed was "lounging about Melbourne"; Joseph and Mina Chambers (juvenile dancers); Band of the 12th Regiment (military); Queen's Theatre (Melbourne venue); Garrison theatricals (general)

"THE AMATEUR THEATRICALS", The Age (4 July 1855), 5

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. . . The interval between the pieces - which, we may remark in passing, was rather too long - was agreeably filled up by a French chanson by Mr. Rede, and some Spanish songs by Mr. R. H. Horne. The latter gentleman appeared in full Spanish costume with his guitar, and sang remarkably well, albeit he had sent an avant-courier to announce that he had a cold . . .

"BENEVOLENCE AND JUSTICE. To the Editor of . . .", The Argus (21 July 1855), 6

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Sir, - I purpose, for the present, to set aside the vexed, and, I may say, the perverse question, as to the precise degree of destitution in this or that locality. Nobody attempts to deny that there is a considerable amount of destitution in one place or another; that this should exist in a golden colony like ours, with so many rich people residing in its very heart as well as in its suburbs, is a melancholy fact. But while we admit that the anomaly is an almost inevitable attendant on the mixed characteristics and fortunes of the various individuals who inhabit large towns, we must all be clearly of opinion that very much may promptly be done, and that every effort in our power ought to be made, to free ourselves from the reproach of such destitution, directly its real presence anywhere has become apparent.
The officers and gentlemen constituting the "Garrison Theatricals," who stepped forward to lend their aid to the Patriotic Fund, are now contemplating a second performance in furtherance of local charities and benevolent institutions. A new clique of gentlemen, connected chiefly with the law, the banks, the civil engineering departments, and other professions, has just been formed for a similar object, to be entitled the "Melbourne Garrick Club," and their first performance may be shortly expected.
But far above all we must place the exertions volunteered by Miss Catherine Hayes, because, in devoting her brilliant talents to this cause, she not only makes us a present of the large sums which they have produced, but of that time which she might have employed for herself, here or elsewhere, together with the contingent expenses which she obviously entails upon herself. Of the amount which this noble lady foregoes, we may form a pretty clear estimate; but as to the extent of her various expenses during the period of her present visit, of course the public can only form vague conjectures, by considering the general fact of all the main expenses of the hotel life of four or five ladies or gentlemen in Melbourne during twenty or thirty days, with the addition of certain regular salaries, which Miss Hayes has to pay.
Now, without asking whether it is handsome and grateful towards this accomplished lady to cast a sort of damp blanket over her noble exertions, we would ask whether a fair spirit of justice is shown towards her in the efforts that have been made to demonstrate that her talents, sacrifices, and great expenses, have been comparatively thrown away, so far as Collingwood is concerned. "There's no distress in that quarter," say they, "or none worth mentioning, - what are half-a-dozen cases of want and misery, or even a dozen?" It really looks as if some people required the nakedness and semi starvation of at least half a hundred men, women, and children. It may be feared that this kind of injustice towards Miss Hayes has so ungrateful an appearance that it may render other superior artistes who come among us less prompt than they would otherwise have been, to tender their services on similar occasions. Nobody likes "labor in vain," and particularly when the ungrateful task costs them both time and money. Those who step forward, as Miss Hayes has done, can never feel quite content to have justice done to their good "intentions:" they naturally expect that some justice will be done to their good deeds, and not to have cold water thrown in their faces when they are looking for some good results to others derived from their exertions. Of course I allude chiefly to the Collingwood contest; but I am not sure that all will go smoothly in the distribution of the sum realised by the concert given in aid of the Benevolent Asylum, and the two Orphanages.
The premonitory murmur of a little "difference" has already floated upon the wind. While on the question of justice, it was well said by the Melbourne Morning Herald, that the public had no more right to exact from a great and successful artiste the exertions of costly talents for a charity, than they had to demand a bale of his richest goods from a merchant for the same object.
Let us pursue this argument. Does it not more or less apply to all artistes? Mrs. Testar sings on many occasions gratuitously. Is it always just to allow her to do so? Far be it from any one, by any means, to check the kindly emotions and impulses of those who so largely contribute to the pleasure and improvement of the public; but I distinctly say that artistes like Mrs. Testar, Madame Carandini, Miss Octavia Hamilton, Miss Emilie Smith, or Mrs. Hancock, ought not to be the losers by their benevolence. Their expenses should be paid in all cases.
Those who manage the concerts in aid of the Melbourne Hospital have handsomely begun to open their eyes to this act of justice, and are in the habit of providing carriages for those who give their valuable services. This is a movement in the right direction; still, one must think some little douceur is also requisite, whether in the shape of an ornamental purse (not quite empty), a silk dress, or a box of French gloves. How say you, gentlemen?
And you, also, benevolent lady-patronesses? We may follow this up by asking, why professional gentlemen of talent, so rare at present in these colonies, - such as are possessed by Mr. Lavenu, Mr. Thom, Mr. Callen, Herr Strebinger, - why should they be allowed, not merely to give their services, but to lose the proceeds of such professional labor - whether in composition, in tuition, or playing elsewhere - as they might otherwise obtain?
This is obviously left an open question. All I wish is simply to show that professionals should not be asked to give more than their talents; nor be unjustly blamed when they decline to do so.
Touching the distribution of the sum obtained for Collingwood, it seems surprising that the moment any doubt were cast upon the object for which it was raised, nobody actively engaged in the business should have thought of consulting the munificent donor as to the course to be pursued. Allow me to say that such courtesies are not very unusual. Should any difference of opinion, however, arise, with reference to the proper method of applying the money obtained for the Benevolent Asylum and the two Orphanages, I would suggest that it should be equally divided between the Benevolent Asylum and the two Orphanages; and that the half appropriated to the latter should be divided between the Protestant and Roman Catholic Orphanages, according to numbers.
Any difficulty arising, Miss Hayes should immediately be made the umpire, and her decision, of course considered final.
Miss Catherine Hayes being about to leave Melbourne in a day or two, it is too late to offer a suggestion that some substantial justice should be done to her benevolence; but having been vividly impressed last night by the almost magical "ascent from the earth" of the Theatre Royal in Bourke-street, I must say that it seems to me a subject of great regret that the proprietor of that magnificent establishment, and the public at large, allow Miss Hayes to leave Melbourne without soliciting her to give one concert at that noble theatre for her own benefit.
I am, Sir, your obedient servant,
- RICHARD H. HORNE.

ASSOCIATIONS: Catherine Hayes (vocalist0, referring to her recent charity performance "in aid of the destitute of Collingwood"; see especially, MISS HAYES'S GRAND CONCERT", The Argus (5 July 1855), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4811190 

ASSOCIATIONS: Elizabeth Testar (vocalist); Maria Carandini (vocalist); Octavia Hamilton (vocalist); Mary Ellen Hancock (vocalist); Emilie Smith (pianist); Lewis Henry Lavenu (pianist, conductor); Bream Thom (violinist, conductor); George Douglas Callen (master, 12th band, conductor); Frederick Strebinger (violinist); Theatre Royal (new Melbourne venue)

"AMATEUR PERFORMANCE", The Argus (28 July 1855), 5

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The Garrick Club deserved a more crowded audience last night, than that which assembled in the Queen's Theatre. The performance was for the benefit of the Hospital, and was patronised by the French and American Consuls, Colonel Anderson, and the Members of the Victoria Volunteer Rifle Corps . . . After a dance by Mrs. McGowan, and a Spanish romanza and serenade by R. H. Horne, Esq., the farce of "An Unwarrantable Intrusion" was played amid shouts of laughter and applause . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Fanny Griffiths McGowan (dancer)

[Advertisement], The Argus (29 September 1855), 8

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THEATRE ROYAL. Grand Amateur Performance by the
GARRISON THEATRICALS, For the benefit of the sick and wounded of the French Army in the Crimea . . .
THIS EVENING, SATURDAY, Sept. 29th, The performances will commence with the elegant comedy, in one act, entitled THE ORIGINAL . . .
Overture by the Orchestra - La Sirenne.
Grand Scena and Cavatina, from Rossini's Opera of "La Gazza Ladra," By R. H. Horne, Esq.
The celebrated Queen's Letter, with full orchestral accompaniment, Madame Carandini . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Maria Carandini (vocalist)

"THEATRE ROYAL. MR. AND MRS. THOM'S BENEFIT", The Argus (20 November 1855), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4823747 

We were glad to find that the public appreciation of the merits of Mr. and Mrs. Thom was manifested in no doubt to the beneficiaries the most pleasant manner by a large attendance last evening at the Theatre Royal on the occasion of their benefit . . . A compressed version of Gays "Beggar's Opera," with Madame Carandini as Macheath, Madame Sara Flower as Polly, Rogers Peaches and Mr. Lavenu Filch, was the first piece. It was very fairly played and the music generally well sung. It, however exhibited indications of immature preparation, - a fault which we are sorry to see of such frequent occurrence at this theatre. Madame Carandini looked the character to perfection, she was characteristically dressed and with regard to her singing more than once narrowly escaped an encore. Mr. Lavenu, who on this occasion volunteered to play the part of Filch, through a considerable amount of humor into his impersonation, which would have been more generally appreciated by the audience had he "spoken up" as he was occasionally solicited to do. His pas in the general dance at the conclusion of the piece was irresistibly funny, and caused shouts of laughter. Mat of the Mint, a very secondary part in the piece was played by Mr. R. H. Horne, who sung one of two melodies allotted to the character with taste, and did the little acting required from him respectably . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Eliza and Bream Thom (actor and musician); Sara Flower (actor, vocalist); George Herbert Rogers (actor, vocalist)

[Advertisement], The Argus (28 November 1855), 8

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THEATRE ROYAL. Grand Military Night.
Wednesday, 28th November, for the BENEFIT OF MRS. BROUGHAM . . .
This Evening, Wednesday, 28th November, the performances will commence with Sheridan Knowles's admired Play, in five acts, of THE LOVE CHASE . . .
Duet, by Madame Sara Flower and Madame Carandini.
A Favorite Dance by Madame Strebinger and Signor Carandini.
R. H. Horne, Esq., will Sing a Spanish Romanza and Serenade.
The entertainments to conclude with, in two acts, USED UP (BY THE AMATEUR GARRISON THEATRICALS) . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Emma Brougham (actor); Therese Strebinger (dancers); Gerome Carandini (dancer)

[Advertisement], The Argus (29 November 1855), 8

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THEATRE ROYAL, Bourke-street.
AMATEUR PERFORMANCE In Aid of the Funds of THE MELBOURNE HOSPITAL.
Friday Evening, 30th November, 1855 . . .
THE HEIR AT LAW.
To be followed by a celebrated Nautical Song, in Character,
by R. H. Horne, Esq., Applicable to to the Allied Fleets in the Baltic . . .

"THE EXHIBITION CONCERT", The Argus (30 April 1856), 6

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The concert given by Miss Hayes in the Exhibition Building last evening, in aid of the funds of the Melbourne Hospital, was an immense success . . . At the hour of commencement there were full 2500 persons present . . . Miss Hayes was assisted by Mr. John Gregg, Mr. C. Lyall, M. Bial, Mr. Creed Royal, Herr Strebinger, Mr. R. H. Horne, and a large and efficient orchestra, and the performance went off with considerable eclat. The nett proceeds of the concert, which will be handed over to the Treasurer of the Hospital, are estimated to amount to no less a sum than £700, and on no previous occasion have so large a number attended any concert or other entertainment given in this building . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: John Gregg (vocalist); Charles Lyall (vocalist); Charles Bial (pianist); Creed Royal (flute); Exhibition Building (Melbourne venue)

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald [NSW] (17 December 1859), 12

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THE SOUTHERN CROSS, of THIS DAY (full size, 16 pages), contains: . . .
LITERATURE. -
Mr. Henry Parkes on Heroic Women
Chinese song (by R. H. Horne)
Longfellow's Latest Publication . . .
F. SMITH, Junior, 3, Queen's-place, and all news venders.

"SCHOOL OF ARTS. - LECTURE BY MR. R. H. HORNE", Goulburn Herald [NSW] (12 November 1862), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article102584778 

On Tuesday evening, the first of a course of lectures, at the School of Arts, Sydney, was delivered by Mr. R. H. Horne, the author of Orion and other works - the subject being "The Causes of Success in Life." The new and spacious hall was well filled in every part . . . The lecturer noticed, amongst other modes in which the public had been successfully imposed upon, the pretensions of professors of the occult arts, whose advertisements were still to be seen in the New York Herald, and alluded to the large fortune recently made in these colonies by the Irish impostor who passed under the name of Ali-Ben-Sou-Alle . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Ali-Ben Sou-Alle (musician, but not Irish); Mechanics' School of Arts (Sydney venue)

"MUSICAL LECTURE BY MR. HORNE", Sydney Mail (6 December 1862), 3

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A literary and musical lecture on national songs was delivered on Tuesday [2 December] evening, by Mr. R. H. Horne, before a numerous and respectable audience, at the School of Arts. Mr. Horne commenced his lecture by referring to the remark of a certain eminent statesman - "let me make the songs of a people, and anybody may make their laws" - obviously meaning that he was fully convinced of the far greater influence that national songs had upon a people than any formal code of regulations. Perhaps the remark was not to be understood in a strictly literal and practical sense in the present condition of society; but, let the truth be taken with what limitation it might, we must all be impressed with the wisdom it displayed. If we could start with a perfectly new condition of society, then indeed the song writer would be the most effective teacher; and although a variety of vicious habits stood in the way of that teaching, yet the influence which national songs had had must be apparent to all who had studied the histories of modern nations.
Amongst the English national songs that of Dibdin were the best that had been published during the last half-century; they had unquestionably moulded the character of large masses of the people. Passing allusions were made to the English army songs, to the hunting songs, and also to the bacchanalian songs, which were now fast fading into oblivion.
Mr. Horne then sang to an accompaniment on the pianoforte an old English song, which he mentioned to have been a great favourite with Miss Mitford - "My mistress sent to me a rose." The relics of British poetry collected by Percy contained songs that deserved to be called national; but even such fine old pieces as "Robin Hood" were now only treasured up by the lovers of ancient poetry. There was a peculiar class of English songs that might be ranked under the head of brutal: he referred to certain base songs that were generally put into the mouths of robbers, burglars, and murderers. If such songs had been composed in any of these colonies, people in the other countries would have asked, "What could be expected of lands that were till recently penal settlements, but songs of thieves and bushrangers?" whereas the songs he referred to were the productions of respectable old mother country.
After referring to the German influence traceable in many of the English songs, the lecturer spoke of the songs of the English peasantry which were still to be met with in the provincial parts of the nation, and some of which he had heard sung in the Northern American States. These compositions, which were mostly rustic love ditties, were still sung with infinite gravity by some classes, though such travesties as "Villikins and his Dinah" had done much to drive them out.
Under the term National songs he did not include any of the fashionable songs, nor any of the merely popular songs of a season. None of the songs that were every year produced in such numbers in England could be compared in depth and breadth of sentiment with "Savourneen Deelish" or "Auld Lang Syne." The fact was, there, was now a regular trade in songs; there was a market to be supplied, a frivolous taste to be catered to; and hence arose the new songs, a great majority of which were so much alike that they might have been composed by members of the same family. There was nothing of this song trade in Scotland or Ireland, or on the continent of Europe; but it was to be seen in New York, manifested in the production of new [REDACTED] melodies which never came from the rice fields or the sugar plantations.
The old English songs were popular because they were founded on deep and broad principles of national character and were addressed to the hearts of the people. Such songs as "Rule Britannia," "Let Erin remember the days of old," and "Scots wha hae," were never written at the instigation of music-sellers, but were inspired from a very different source. Referring to the influence of the national the music of one country upon that of another, the lecturer stated that he could clearly detect the influence of old Spain in Irish music, and gave by an illustration an old Spanish love song, "Laura pintara," and also another Spanish melody, in which he observed a close resemblance to that of "Paddy Murphy the Piper." In each of the songs Mr. Horne accompanied himself on the Spanish guitar.
After mentioning that the national music of England was not to be compared with that of the sister kingdoms, Mr. Horne gave a specimen of Tyrolese minstrelsy - an echo song - the performance, which he accompanied on the pianoforte, was loudly applauded, and was encored. After alluding to the nonsense that was often set to music, the lecturer spoke of the Welsh songs, which possessed a character of their own, - that of extreme simplicity and truthfulness. As an illustration of these, Mr. Horne sang the well-known melody "Jenny Jones," - the national instrument - the Welsh harp being not inappropriately represented by the guitar.
There was sometimes a friendly dispute between different countries as to certain melodies; he might mention that "Robin Adair" was claimed both by Scotland and Ireland. Mr. Horne then played the above melody on the guitar, and after some remarks on the characteristics of Irish and Scottish poetry, sung a national Irish song, and concluded with Burns' well known song, "Willie brewed a peck o' maut." The lecture was well received by the audience, who showed in a marked manner their approval of the musical illustrations, although it was freely remarked that Mr. Horne's voice was not adapted for singing in so large a hall. Before the audience retired Mr. Home announced that he proposed next Tuesday evening, to give a Literary and Musical Drawing-room Entertainment.

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (8 December 1862), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13070571

MR. R. H. HORNE'S MUSICAL SOUVENIR.
A DRAWING ROOM ENTERTAINMENT. SCHOOL OF ARTS. TUESDAY, December 9th.
PART FIRST.
1. Alexis, a love message (German)
2. German Student's song
3. Canzonetta, words and music by Salvator Rosa, 1650, (Italian)
4. Guitar solo, "The Last Rose of Summer"
5. Vasos a las montanas (Spanish Fantasia)
6. Of noble race was Shenkin (Welsh)
7. Zerlinda (Tyrolix).
An interval of seven minutes.
PART SECOND.
1. The Quirka Mayorr (Mexican)
2. English Country Ballad
3. "The Guiding Star" (Waltz, H. Marsh)
4. The "Yellow-haired laddie"
5. The "Jug of Punch" (Irish).
Admission to reserved seats 3s. Body of the hall and gallery 1s.
To commence at eight o'clock. Carriages may be ordered a quarter before ten.

ASSOCIATIONS: Henry Marsh (composer, pianist)

"MR. HORNE'S MUSICAL ENTERTAINMENT", The Sydney Morning Herald (10 December 1862), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13070711

Mr. R. H. Horne gave yesterday evening, at the School of Arts, an entertainment under the designation of Musical Souvenirs. The attendance was not so numerous as upon Mr. Horne's previous appearances, the hall being only about a third filled. In a brief introductory address Mr. Horne stated, in explanation of his falling into the autobiographical vein, that he had travelled through many foreign countries, and had always taken an interest in learning their characteristic songs. He would have liked to have given some of the patriotic songs of those countries, but as they would produce very little effect without an orchestra, he must give up the thought of singing them. Mr. Horne proceeded to give a selection of the characteristic songs of different nations, accompanying himself upon the pianoforte or upon the guitar. The first of these was a German song entitled "Alexis," describing a lady sending a love message by a bird, which was followed by a German students' duelling song. The next performance, which was a canzonetta, the words and music by Salvator Rosa, the celebrated painter, was stated by Mr. Horne to have been selected for the purpose of trying the acoustic properties of the hall. The piece, which affords good scope for vocal display, was sung with much power and animation, and the applause with which it was received may be taken as the verdict of the audience as to the notes being heard in every part of the hall. The pianoforte accompaniment was at Mr. Horne's request played by Mr. Macdougall. As a further test of the acoustic properties of the hall, Mr. Horne gave a solo on the guitar, "The Last Rose of Summer;" an encore being called for, we may presume that the melody was heard at the extreme end of the hall. Mr. Horne said that he flattered himself that he had been perfectly heard, and referring to his performance on the guitar pronounced it to have been a triumph as regarded the acoustic properties of the hall. The other pieces in the first part of the entertainment were a Spanish fantasia - "Vamos a las montanas," the Welsh song "Of a noble race was Shenkin," and a Tyrolese song. After a short interval Mr. Horne gave, with the guitar accompaniment, the Quirka Marjorr, a Mexican song dance, and described the dance as he had seen it at the Government balls at Vera Cruz - the effect being extremely brilliant and romantic. The next piece was an English country ballad, of a simple and homely character, supposed to be sung, or rather recited, by a young village girl. In place of a new waltz, the composition of Mr. H. Marsh, which the absence of that gentleman prevented Mr. Horne from giving, Mr. McDougall gave a performance on the pianoforte. The entertainment concluded with the "Yellow-haired Laddie," and the "Jug of Punch," the latter being a celebrated Irish air, describing a supposed dialogue between an Irishman and a thrush. Previous to retiring Mr. Horne expressed his acknowledgments for the number of ladies who had patronised his entertainment considering the threatening state of the weather.

ASSOCIATIONS: William James Macdougall (pianist); see also "SCHOOL OF ARTS", Empire (10 December 1862), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article60520030 

"MR. HORNE'S MUSICAL ENTERTAINMENT", The Sydney Morning Herald (17 December 1862), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13071132 

Mr. R. H. Horne gave, on Monday Evening, at the School of Arts, another of his "Drawing-room entertainments." In the course of some introductory remarks, Mr. Horne referred to the change that public taste had of late years undergone with regard to music, and instanced the popularity that for a long time attached to the operas of Mozart and Rossini - works which had more recently given place to others that afforded scope for theatrical display, such as the "Trovatore," and the "Traviata," operas bearing some resemblance to the sensation dramas of the present day. Mr. Horne then made a passing allusion to the English opera, and mentioned the names of some of the most eminent English composers such as Bishop, Nathan, Barnet, Balfe, and Wallace. He considered the musical extravaganzas and burlesques that were in the present day so popular to have done much to prevent the chance of living composers getting a fair hearing. Glancing at the celebrated composers of Germany, Mr. Horne dwelt in terms of high commendation on the works of Mendelssohn and of Carl von Weber. Some of the musical compositions of the late Prince Consort were then introduced. While a student at the University of Bonn, his late Royal Highness devoted a great deal of time to music, and the result was a series of compositions arranged with accompaniments for the pianoforte. These compositions were printed for private circulation amongst the different Courts of Germany, but were never published. After his marriage with the Queen, all these pieces were carefully collected to prevent their being publicly circulated. However, during the time that he (Mr. Horne) was in Bonn, a German professor of music of whom he was learning the viola, brought him some compositions which he pronounced to be very fine, and which proved to be by Prince Albert. Mr. Horne proceeded to play some of these pieces on the viola, being accompanied on the pianoforte by Mr. Macdonald [sic, Macdougall, as above]. The first of the compositions thus given was of a religious character; most of them had, indeed, that character, as though the Prince anticipated an early death, and longed for it - expressive of a readiness for death, and of a spirit of faith and hope. The second of these compositions was one of a more flowing character. A brother of Prince Albert was studying music with him at Bonn, and they used sometimes to compose the music to each other's words but the great majority of the pieces were Prince Albert's. Mr. Horne then sang two of these songs; one of them was entitled "Zaube der Erinnerung" (the Charms of Memory); the other was of a religious character, but showed a clinging after the happiness of life; it was enthusiastically encored. As a specimen of the French patriotic songs of an early period, Mr. Horne gave on the guitar the music of the song "Vive, Henri Quatre." Mr. Horn next sang a pretty Spanish song, and afterwards repeated the Tyrolese Mountain Echo-song, which was much admired at one of his previous entertainments; and an encore was again demanded. At Mr. Horne's request Mr. Macdonald then gave a performance on the pianoforte.
In the second part of the entertainment Mr. Horne proffered a few hints to solo singers. One of these was to sing only those songs which belonged properly to their quality of voice; and another, to take the greatest pains to pronounce the words so that they could be really heard, some laughable examples were given of the consequence of not attending to these and other equally obvious rules. After another performance on the pianoforte by Mr. Macdonald, Mr. Horne executed solo on the guitar the trio and chorus "How great is the pleasure, how sweet the delight," representing very cleverly the three voices separately and in concert; the performance drew forth great applause. The song with which Mr. Horne concluded his entertainment was the celebrated "Colleen Rue;" the characteristic humour of the ballad and its happy rendering afforded considerable amusement. Mr. Horne announced that his next and concluding entertainment would take place next week, when he would introduce some French and Swiss songs.

ASSOCIATIONS: Isaac Nathan (composer)

MUSIC: Zaube der Erinnerung (song) in The collected compositions of H.R.H. the Prince Consort

"SCHOOL OF ARTS", Empire (17 December 1862), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article60520392 

Mr. Horne gave another of his "Musical Souvenirs" at this institution yesterday evening. A friend of the lecturer, with the signature "Spartacus," (who writes in much the same style as that used by Mr. Horne) objects to our alluding in our criticism to any other topic than the subjects of the entertainment. But surely, when something out of the common way is perpetrated, it will be acknowledged to be within the province of a critic to find some cause for the phenomenon. We took a charitable view of the subject in not attributing Mr. Horne's futile attempts either at vocalisation or instrumentation, together with the total absence of voice and style exhibited by him, to an overweening egotistical vanity on his part. The charge of malice is simply ridiculous. Totally unacquainted with Mr. Horne personally, and but slightly in his literary capacity, we had every desire to render the same impartial justice to him as to others; but neither in his "National Songs," nor in the "Musical Souvenirs," has he imparted the slightest interest or given the least novelty to themes as gratifying, and possessing so extraordinary a fund for the researches of the critic or follower of literature. Even friends become tired of exercising their politeness at the expense of so much ennui and loss of time.
In his instrumental execution Mr. Horne is no more successful than in his vocal efforts; putting aside the pianoforte, over which instrument, we presume, he does not profess any particular power, since he most frequently deserts it for the guitar. Surely he has never heard Sagrini, the brothers Don Ciebra, Madame Verdavainne, or any other guitarists, if he has the boldness to state that the guitar as a solo instrument is scarcely to be heard in a concert room; the Hanover Square and other music halls of London are of greater extent than any in Sydney; and there the artists named have filled the space with voluptuous sound, in the brilliant execution of fantasias and overtures. If guitar playing consists in searching after the notes, and then very frequently in playing false ones, with some unmeaning sounds to serve the place of the shake and final embellishments, or in simply fingering with two fingers, then, certainly, Mr. Horne is a first-class performer.
He was most wroth with the London imitations of the Tyrolese jodeln, which he facetiously and elegantly termed "yowling;" but Mr. Horne's imitation we can only describe by an equally elegant expression - it was - "wobbling." Those of our readers who may have had the fortune to hear Madame Stockhausen, or the original Rainer family, will easily mark the total difference or rather contradiction on the part of Mr. Horne's version. Certainly a better souvenir of Welsh music might have been given than "Of noble race was Shenkin;" those versed in the Cambrian national music will know the "Ar hyd y nos," or "The march of the men of Harlech," "The Dove," or "The Blackbird," in these will be found a mine of natural beauty. The Mexican song-dance, "Qairka mayorr," was represented rather by the pockethandkerchief than by the music; the dance was wanting, as were the champagne and ice, which Mr. Horne reminded us were its natural accompaniments.
What Mr. Marsh's "Guiding Star" Waltz had to do with Musical Souvenirs we have yet to discover, as it is not yet published; and after Mr. Horne's very stinging criticism of English popular songs, we were much surprised to find him introducing, as the "Yellow hair'd laddie," a song to which Lady Don lent, at all events, the charm of her comic humour, viz., "My own sweetheart William." But equally vapid and unmeaning were Mr. Horne's other selections - for his meagre programme yesterday evening; excepting, with sad reflection, some unpublished music of the lamented Prince Albert, - sweet melodies, well adapted to the title, the "Zauber der Erinnerung." These Mr. Horne played on the violin; but of his performance on this instrument (for he appears to have a smattering of everything,) we can say with Hans Christian Anderson, "Nur ein Geiger," - only a fiddler.
The second part of the entertainment yesterday consisted mainly of lessons to amateurs in certain points of singing, - amongst others that they should pronounce their words distinctly, - a hint Mr. Horne would do well to take to himself, whether in English, Irish, French, German, or Spanish, he is equally indistinct.
The lecturer was fortunate in having the assistance of Mr. Macdougal, whose elegant little performances of mere trifles served to relieve the weary monotony of the evening, and made us regret that this gentleman considers himself but an amateur, and does not endeavour to take a more prominent place in the musical world. We are convinced he has the necessary talent; but it certainly seems strange that Mr. Horne should rely on the services of a comparative stranger from the body of the Hall to fill out the measure of his entertainment to the public, who do not seem inclined to accept these "Souvenirs," even from Mr. Horne, as the attendance grows "small by degrees and beautifully less." Yesterday there were only about sixty persons present.

ASSOCIATIONS: Probably Henry Neville Montagu (reviewer); Emily Don (actor, vocalist);
see also "MR. R. H. HORNE. TO THE EDITOR OF THE . . .", Empire (11 December 1862), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article60520103 

"ENTERTAINMENTS", The Australasian [Melbourne, VIC] (10 November 1866), 17

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article138050213 

On Tuesday evening there was a most pleasant entertainment at the Australian-hall, in Bourke-street . . . There were readings by Miss Aitken, and you know - or if you do not know you ought to know - how she can read; there were pleasant songs pleasantly sung by Miss Liddle and Miss Watson; there was exquisite pianoforte playing by Signor Cutolo, who also most kindly played all the accompaniments; and Mr. Horne, whom everybody knows, discoursed pleasantly on his guitar . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Margaret Aitken (actor); Maggie Liddle (vocalist); Bertha Watson (vocalist); Cesare Cutolo (pianist)

[News], The Argus (8 March 1869), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5820191

The musical entertainment given at the Duke of Edinburgh Theatre on Saturday evening, under the patronage of the Duke of Edinburgh, drew a crowded house. Madame and the Misses Rosina and Fannie Carandini (whose vocal performances were highly appreciated), in addition to the services of Mr. Sherwin and Mr. Amery, received the voluntary assistance of Mr. R. H. Horne, Mr. G. L. Labertouche, Mr. D. Madden, and Mr. Wilkie. The last named gentleman is a tenor singer of some celebrity in a neighbouring colony, and he has a pleasing though not very powerful voice. The Prince arrived at a quarter to ten o'clock, and remained for an hour, spending the time partly in a stage-box and partly behind the scenes. Mr. R. H. Horne sang a Spanish serenade with much feeling and expression, accompanying himself on the guitar very skilfully, but the song did not seem to be appreciated by all present. It was vociferously encored, however, and Mr. Horne twice bowed his acknowledgments to the audience, but not content with this they insisted on a repetition of the musical performance. Mr. Horne then good naturedly enough, undertook to sing again, but some ill-behaved persons interrupted him in the first line, and he retired.

Names and descriptions of passengers per Lady Jocelyn, from Melbourne, 12 June 1869, for London; Public Record Office Victoria

https://prov.vic.gov.au/archive/23ACF5FA-F7F0-11E9-AE98-4372643D8400?image=431 (DIGITISED)

Saloon . . . R. H. Horne / 66 . . .

"LOCAL AND GENERAL NEWS", Kyneton Guardian and Woodend and Malmsbury Chronicle [VIC] (16 June 1869), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article265446282 

AMONGST the passengers who sailed for England by the Lady Jocelyn, on Sunday, was Mr. R. H. Horne, the author of "Orion," &c.. Mr. Horne, it will be remembered, formerly commanded the private gold escort which conveyed treasure from the Bendigo and Castlemaine goldfields, and has given a graphic description of his position and duties, in a little book published by him some years ago, entitled "Facts and Prospects of Victoria." He was subsequently Gold Commissioner, and was at Rushworth when the diggers resolved upon forcibly releasing prisoners who had been arrested for non payment of license fees. Mainly through the tact and good sense of Mr. Horne, a riot similar to that at Ballarat was averted, and whilst the authority of the law was upheld, the diggers were so far conciliated that no resort was had to violence. He was afterwards appointed Chairman of the Yan Yean Water Commission, and more recently held the subordinate and poorly remunerated position of Mining Registrar at the Blue Mountains. As an author, Mr. Horne has never attained popularity, nor has he ever sought it - he wrote for the scholar and the thinker - but his works abound in passages which will live whilst the English language endures. His principal poem, "Orion," is an epic which, whether in conception or execution, has few equals. His chief production in Victoria was a poem based on the legend of "Prometheus," published in Melbourne over three years ago. Such a work, as might have been expected, was caviare to the general; but jit was hailed with delight by the foremost European critics. Mr. Horne was a regular contributor to the leading literary publications of Great Britain. A number of literary gentlemen saw him on board the Lady Jocelyn, and wished him bon voyage - a wish we heartily echo.

"SUMMARY FOR EUROPE", The Argus (19 June 1869), 1 supplement

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5822334 

Mr. R. H. Horne, who is returning to England, received farewell visits from a large number of his friends on Saturday afternoon, on board the Lady Jocelyn, the vessel in which he took his departure. Mr. Horne has resided in the colony nearly seventeen years, during which period he has experienced the usual vicissitudes of a colonial career. Never having wholly severed his connexion with the political literature of the mother country, Mr. Horne will no doubt receive a cordial welcome from his old literary confreres in London.

"THE LATE R. H. HORNE", The Argus (17 March 1884), 6

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article11848717

The news of the death of the late Richard Hengist Horne will be received with regret by a number of persons in this colony who became acquainted with him during his residence in Victoria . . .
In 1852 he came out to Victoria, intending to try his luck at the goldfields, having previously been a director of a mining company in England; he was offered and accepted the command of the private escort and started for Forest Creek and Bendigo. Soon afterwards, however, he received a Government appointment as one of the goldfields' commissioners; and at a later period acted as a warden. During his residence in Victoria he contributed occasionally to Household Words, and to the local press, and his "Croon's Correspondence," which appeared in the Herald during Sir Charles Hotham's governorship, written as a skit, was taken au serieux and commented upon by The Times.
Mr. Horne also wrote a cantata, which was set to music by Mr. Horsley, for one of the early Melbourne exhibitions; and a dramatic poem entitled "Prometheus, the Fire-bringer."
On his return to England, not long afterwards, he resumed his active connexion with its periodical literature; and about two years ago Her Majesty conferred a pension upon him, in consideration of his services to literature. In earlier years he was associated with Dickens, Jerrold, Mark Lemon, John Forster, George Cruikshank, Elizabeth Barrett Browning, Mary Russell Mitford, Baron Tennyson, and a brilliant circle of artists, actors, and men of letters, all of whom he survived with the exception of the poet laureate.

Works with music:

Works with music (music extant in red bold; non-extant in black bold):

Threnodia on the death of G. V. Brooke (Joseph Summers, 1866)

Unpublished; lost; no manuscript copy of the music identified

[News], The Argus [Melbourne, VIC] (1 May 1866), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5763524 

The Garrick Club intend next Monday to give a performance at the Princess's Theatre, in aid of the Brooke Memorial Fund . . . The programme is a very attractive one - the comedy of "The Poor Gentleman," the third act of "Othello," and the farce of "The Spitalfields Weaver." To these are added a Threnodia, to be sung by four voices, the words of which are composed by Mr. R. H. Horne, and the music by Mr. Summers . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Gustavus Vaughan Brooke (actor); Joseph Summers (composer); Melbourne Garrick Club (association); Princess's Theatre (Melbourne venue)

[Advertisement], The Argus (7 May 1866), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5765385 

ROYAL PRINCESS'S THEATRE, THIS EVENING,
DRAMATIC PERFORMANCE By the MELBOURNE GARRICK CLUB, In aid of the Memorial to the late Mr. G. V. Brooke . . .
A THRENODIA, Written by R. H. Horne, Esq., composed by J. Summers, Esq., Mus. Bac. Oxon,
will be sung by Messrs. Williams, Donaldson, Amery and Angus . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: William Henry Williams (vocalist); Charles Alexander Donaldson (vocalist); Edwin Amery (vocalist); Silvanus Angus (vocalist)

"THE BROOKE MEMORIAL FUND", The Argus (8 May 1866), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5781024 

The Melbourne Garrick Club gave a dramatic entertainment last evening in the Princess's Theatre, in aid of the Brooke Memorial Fund. There was a crowded and brilliant audience . . . One of the most pleasing items in the entertainment was that which followed - a Threnodia, the words of which were written by Mr. R. H. Horne, president of the Garrick club, and the music composed by Mr. J. Summers. The lament was sung very sweetly by Messrs. Angus, Donaldson, Williams, and Amery. The words are as follow: -
QUARTETTE, UNACCOMPANIED.
O, cruel sea! whose wild embrace
Majestic ships unnumbered hath destroyed;
Where neither realms are rich in each rare grace
And glory which thy surface hath enjoyed;
Why art thou still insatiate -
Unfathomed in thy love or hate? -
O, cruel sea!
RECITATIVE.
Listen, mortals, unto me!
Calm as a mirror do I lie
Beneath the sun-inspired or star-lit sky -
Divine, reflecting God's divinity!
ARIA.
But when the wind in thunder sings,
Beating his broad and homeless wings,
Then, with myself, and all the world, at war,
I must obey great Nature's law.
QUARTETTE, UNACCOMPANIED.
We mourn a loss beyond redress;
O, reason not with our distress!
Our hearts, lost friend, are wrecked with thee!
O, faithless wind! O, cruel sea!

[News], The Argus (11 December 1868), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5834567 

The unveiling of the Brooke bust is to be made a feature in the programme of the entertainments at the Duke of Edinburgh Theatre on Saturday evening. A threnody, written by Mr. R. H. Horne, the music composed by Mr. Summers, will be performed in connexion with the ceremony . . .

"AN AUSTRALIAN MUSICIAN'S MEMORIES", The West Australian (9 July 1910), 12

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article26262268 

. . . "Orion" Horne, whose poetic fame is not yet dimmed, was there; and his "threnodia" on G. V. Brooke, the great tragedian, who had just before gone down in the ill-fated London while on a voyage to Melbourne, was sung to Joseph Summers's musical setting - his first composition in Australia . . .

The south-sea sisters (a lyric masque, Charles Edward Horsley, 1866)

Music unpublished; lost; no manuscript copy of the music identified

The south-sea sisters, a lyric masque, written for the opening of the Intercolonial Exhibition of Australasia, 1866, by R. H. Horne . . . the incidental music composed by Charles Edward Horsley, op. 73 (Melbourne: H. T. Dwight, [1866]) [WORDS ONLY]

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/11323451 

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-179572384 (DIGITISED)

ASSOCIATIONS: Charles Edward Horsley (composer); Melbourne Intercolonial Exhibition 1866-67 (event)

Intercolonial Exhibition, 1866, grand evening concert in celebration of the opening, The south-sea sisters . . . [24 October 1866] (Melbourne: Wilson and Mackinnon, Printers, [1866]) [WORDS ONLY]

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/18242576 

http://handle.slv.vic.gov.au/10381/247358 (DIGITISED)

"OPENING OF THE EXHIBITION . . . THE CONCERT", The Argus (25 October 1866), 7

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5776783 

The second grand concert in connexion with the Intercolonial Exhibition came off last evening with decided success . . . The first part of the concert consisted of the "South Sea Sisters," a lyric masque of unquestionable merit, by Mr. R. H. Horne, the "incidental music," of which was composed by the conductor, Mr. C. E. Horsley. The symphony intended to convey the idea of the primeval wilderness reminded us of Haydn's Chorus, but without the appropriation of a single phrase. The sombre character of the music was sustained by striking and original passages in the first chorus, "Deep in the stony silence of the earth, the wealth of nations lies;" and then come the rich tone of Mr, Angus, in the recitative, "The deep hoarse mirth quells." Part 2 began with chorus, "The rolling ships and the rolling sea," displaying ingenuity, if not yielding much pleasure. Then came "The March of All Nations," illustrated by their national airs, in which the composer managed to introduce and combine with surprising ingenuity several popular airs, which appeal to the sympathies of all Britons. The first verse ran thus: -
"Old England's sons sail forth with three cheers
For roast beef, Jack Tars, and the Grenadiers,
And Erin comes with her native harp,
And the warlike pipe of the Scot is shrilling.
And Shenkin of noble race seems willing."
The chorus -
"Alas, for the loved ones we leave behind, who sigh
as they gaze on the vacant seat -"
should have been marked P.P.; its effect was somewhat marred by being too loud. The chorus is intended musically to imitate the native corroboree, and shows wonderful versatility in the composer. The words were so rendered by the chorus as to electrify the audience, and bring down thunders of applause.
The trio, "A heavy purse I proffer thee," was a pleasant change. Miss Watson, Mr. Donaldson, and Mr. Angus, have seldom been heard to such advantage as in this little gem. Mr. Donaldson gave the tenor solo, "I stand upon the listening shore," in his best style, and was deservedly applauded . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Bertha Watson (vocalist); Charles Alexander Donaldson (vocalist); Silvanus Angus (vocalist)

As above, but with the addition as below, "THE EXHIBITION . . . THE CONCERT", The Argus (27 October 1866), 4 supplement

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5776998 

. . . The chorus is intended musically to imitate the native corroboree, and shows wonderful versatility in the composer. The following words were so rendered by the chorus as to electrify the audience, and bring down thunders of applause: -
Chorus.
From Creek of Worooboomi-boo!
And sheep-run Woolagoola-goo!
Come Dibble fellow dancing in fog!
All over Mount Woolooln-yah!
And earth-holes of Worondi-wah!
Till he vanish in the yellow Wog-wog.

Old chief of Woolonara-nah,
From the groat river banks, far-far,
Hasten here with spear and boomerang,
Then to snowy Woologoomerang,
For white fellow comes to make war . . .

Galatea secunda (an odaic cantata, Joseph Summers, 1867)

Galatea Secunda, an odaic cantata addressed to H.R.H. Prince Alfred, Duke of Edinburgh, K.G. on his arrival in the colony of Victoria written by R. H. Horne; composed by J. Summers; cover: Presented to the Lady Manners Sutton; composer's manuscript, 1867

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/254398422 

https://find.slv.vic.gov.au/permalink/61SLV_INST/1sev8ar/alma9924768533607636 

ASSOCIATIONS: Alfred (royal visitor)

"GALATEA SECUNDA", The Argus (4 October 1867), 5: http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5779718

In the multitude of counsel as to the ways in which the expected Prince Duke is to be welcomed, it could not but be suggested that he should be greeted with musical honours. The laureate's "Exhibition ode," set to music by Dr. Sterndale Bennett; and the "South Sea Sisters," written by Mr. R. H. Horne, and composed by Mr. C. E. Horsley, for our own Intercolonial Exhibition, have set a fashion, as it were, and it follows naturally that we have now brought before the public an odaic cantata, entitled "Galatea Secunda," written by Mr. Horne, and composed by Mr. J. Summers, Mus. Bac. Oxon, as a sort of address of welcome to our Royal visitor. In view of the extreme dilatoriness of the regular musical societies - especially the Melbourne Philharmonic - this cantata has been put forward in a very creditable spirit, and may probably have its place in the celebrations. Some 500 or 600 persons were invited to a rehearsal at St. George's-hall yesterday, and an early opportunity of judging of the merits of the entire composition having been afforded, we may venture upon a few remarks. It must be owned that these will necessarily be, like the performance of yesterday itself, unsatisfactorily crude. It would have been far more comfortable to all if the execution had been less patchy and scrappy, evidencing a pretty general want of acquaintance with the music; but then Mr. Summers is fighting against adverse circumstances, and much must be allowed.
"Galatea Secunda" is in five parts, and we may say at the outset that the interest is greatly weakened by a characteristic inequality of merit in the words. The instrumental opening gives a fair idea of a waste of waters, and the opening recitative begins -
"Ye mighty waves, like hills and dales
At play upon the Indian Ocean!
Upheave your bosoms to the light
In golden glory of devotion!
Fair Galatea to Victoria comes
From an august Victoria,
In Britain's full regalia,
Buoyant through storms!"
There is much grace in the music to which this is set, and Mr. Amery showed a capacity to do it justice, in spite of the ruggedness and abruptness of the language. An unaccompanied chorus, which the composer has done his best to make smooth and flowing, comes next; but a plain common sense audience will always refer to the words as they are sung, and are apt to lose their clue when there is much entanglement of ideas. How, then, can words like these be effectively and musically rendered?
"We recognise in thee
The seaboard branch of that dear island Tree,
Sacred to Science - Art - and Liberty -
Queen and Queen Consort! Chronicled must be
Thy Royal Mother's Throne," &c.
It cannot be done any more than the energy and harmonious rhythm of the music of the accompanied full chorus, "Hail! Hail! fore, mizen, and main," can overcome the effect upon an ordinary assembly of such lines as follow: -
"To the flag and pennant of Acis! - huzza!
Of Acis! huzza!
Of Acis, the Prince, and his nymph Galatea!"
We may hope that the reference to the Prince's nymph has no offence in it. It is refreshing to turn to the next part, and find far more worthy words -
"The votive song, the festal dance,
Shall greet each step of thine, advance
'Midst city throngs; in fern tree glade,
No Cyclop lurking in the shade.
Where late the savage sought his game
In lonely forest, thou shalt find
Labour, with sturdy frame and mind;
And every river at thy name
Shall tremble with a lasting fame,
As did thy Spring when first it gush'd
From Aetna's foot, with love-dreams flush'd."
This is charmingly set as an accompanied trio, for soprano, tenor, and bass; and it was admirably sung by Mrs. Fox and Messrs. Amery and Donaldson. Mr. Summers has much to do, however, to save the efforts of the vocalists from being drowned by the frightfully noisy instrumentalists. What follows is quite in unison with the foregoing. The Prince is reminded of our loyalty, and that -
"Where thou return'st we once had homes"
the music to which is scarcely sufficiently marked in character; but the subsequent recitative for the contralto -
"And the moon's solemn silver fingers
Sacredly touch with light that lingers
Upon our parents' unforgotten tombs!"
is exquisite. The piece concludes with a prayer for the Prince's safety at sea, rather weakly written, and a repetition of the full chorus.
We hope to hear another better rehearsal of the cantata. It reflects much credit upon the composer, but most of the words might be re-written with advantage. A chorus of some sixty members and a large band have united to practice the piece, and there should be no excuse for any important faults in execution.

ASSOCIATIONS: Sarah Hannah Fox (vocalist); Charles Alexander Donaldson (vocalist); Edwin Amery (vocalist); St. George's Hall (Melbourne venue)

[News], The Argus (28 December 1867), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5787042 

Mr. Summers played his odaic cantata "Galatea Secunda," by command of His Royal Highness the Duke of Edinburgh, last evening, at Toorak-house. There were present His Royal Highness and suite, His Excellency, Lady Manners Sutton, and suite, and Sir John and Lady Young. At the conclusion of the performance of the work, His Royal Highness requested that the poet, Mr. R. H. H. Horne, and Mr. T. Summers, should be presented to him, and to them he expressed his great pleasure at hearing the work. The principal performers were Mrs. Fox, Miss Bassett, Mr. Donaldson, and Mr. Amery. Mr. King led the orchestra. We understand that the public will soon have an opportunity of hearing the work at the farewell concert to His Royal Highness.

ASSOCIATIONS: Florence Bassett (vocalist); Edward King (violinist, leader)

For the first public performance, on 3 January 1868, see:

"THE DUKE OF EDINBURGH IN VICTORIA . . . THE VICTORIAN MUSICAL ASSOCIATION'S CONCERT.", The Argus (4 January 1868), 6

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5787504 

This long-projected concert in honour of His Royal Highness the Duke of Edinburgh took place last night in the New Exhibition-building . . . The second part of the concert consisted of an overture specially composed by Mr. Siede in honour of the visit of the Duke of Edinburgh, an odaic cantata entitled "Galatea Secunda," written by Mr. Horne, and composed by Mr. Summers, and a miscellaneous selection, including excerpts from Mr. C. E Horsley's excellent cantata, "The South Sea Sisters," a work pretty well known to Melbourne audiences . . . The best thing in Mr. Summers' cantata is the chorus "Hail! hail! fore, mizen, and main," but, like almost every thing else in the work, it is faulty in construction. Mr. Summers repeats his themes almost usque ad nauseam, and appears to be quite indifferent to the effect of a good second subject. An accompanied trio, "The votive song, the festal dance," for soprano, tenor, and bass, and written much in the style of a glee, was encored. We confess to a decided disapprobation of his treatment of the words "And the moon's solemn silver fingers," and are not quite sure, as far as we could hear other portions of the libretto, that those portions are dealt with exactly secundem artem. The whole cantata appears like something produced forcedly (so to speak), and to order, and not to be the result of voluntary and deliberate study, creating actual pleasure in the mind of the composer . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Julius Siede (composer, conductor); Victorian Musical Association (association)

Cazille (opera, 3 acts, Carl Schmitt, 1871)

ASSOCIATIONS: Carl Schmitt (composer); no copy of the words or music identified

"NEW OPERA", Australian Town and Country Journal [Sydney, NSW] (24 June 1871), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article70467454

Herr Carl Schmitt, our talented professor of music, has just finished a new opera, which he has called "Cazille." The libretto is by R. H. Horne, Esq., the author of "Orion" and other poems. The subject is not historical, but the scenes are laid near Lake Geneva in Switzerland. The work consists of three acts, the first opening with a lively double chorus of boatmen, the theme of which runs through the opera, and contains soprano, tenor, and bass arias. The second act commences with a brilliant duet between the hero and heroine. Several good choruses and arias are also interspersed through this act. The finale is a quartette, accompanied by a chorus of fishermen behind the scenes. The third act abounds in brilliant duets, recitatives, and arias, one duet in particular between soprano and tenor, with an accompaniment, is very effective. The final soli and chorus is a grand composition. It is impossible to go into full particulars of the work, for as yet it has only been heard with piano accompaniment, but there is no doubt but that the opera will meet with success. It is light and full of sparkling melody, and the scenes are well put together. The piano score will be published by J. Andre, of Offenbach, Germany. It is Herr Schmitt's intention to have it first produced in London, but as he is conductor of the Choral Society they might be induced to place their chorus and orchestra at his command to give a concert of selections from Cazille. Herr Schmitt's position on the continent, as conductor of the opera at Wurtzburg, and at the Royal opera, Koenigsberg, and his numerous compositions, both here and in Europe, are guarantees that his latest effort will be up to his usual standard.

"Musical and Dramatic Review", Australian Town and Country Journal (13 April 1872), 20

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article70494008

. . . The second part consisted of six numbers from an opera by Herr Schmitt entitled "Cazille." From the portion it may well be inferred that the entire work adapted for the stage, would be very effective, and the the composer would be entitled to a niche in the temple of fame . . .

Bibliography and resources:

"HORNE, RICHARD HENRY or HENGIST", Dictionary of national biography 27 (1891), 358-59

https://archive.org/details/DictionaryOfNationalBiographyVolume27/page/n369/mode/2up (DIGITISED)

Edmund Gosse, "ORION HORNE", in Portraits and Sketches (London: Heinemann, 1913), 97-115

https://archive.org/stream/portraitssketche00goss#page/96/mode/2up (DIGITISED)

. . . [98] He had been baptized Richard Henry Horn, but in late middle life he had changed the second of these names to Hengist. It was in 1874 that I set eyes on him first, in circumstances which were somewhat remarkable. The occasion was the marriage of the poet, Arthur O'Shaughnessy, to the eldest daughter of Westland Marston, the playwright. There was a large and distinguished company present, and most of the prominent "Pre-Raphaelites," as they were still occasionally called. In the midst of the subsequent festivities and when the bride was surrounded by her friends, a tiny old gentleman cleared a space around him, and, all uninvited, began to sit upon the floor and sing, in a funny little cracked voice, Spanish songs to his own accompaniment on the guitar. He was very unusual in appearance.
Although he was quite bald at the top of his head, his milk-white hair was luxuriant at the sides, and hung in clusters of ringlets. His moustache was so long that it became whisker, and in that condition drooped, also in creamy ringlets, below his chin. The elder guests were inclined to be impatient, the younger to ridicule this rather tactless interruption. Just as it seemed possible something awkward would happen, Robert Browning stepped up and said, in his loud, cheerful voice: "That was charming. Horne! It quite took us to 'the warm South' again", and cleverly leading the old gentleman's thoughts to a different topic, he put an end to the incident . . .
[99] This scene was very characteristic of Horne, who was gay, tactless, and vain to a remarkable degree . . .
[109] . . . When he came back from Australia, I think about 1869, he was in very low water. He had managed very deeply to offend Charles Dickens, who had taken up the cause of Horne's neglected wife . . . A little later Robert Browning, who had always felt a sincere regard for Horne, was able to be of practical service to him . . . [110] . . . In these days one used to meet him at afternoon parties, carrying with great care, under his arm, the precious guitar, which he called "my daughter", and was used ceremoniously to introduce as "Miss Horne". A little later in the evening Horne would be discovered on a low stool, warbling Mexican romances, or murmuring with exaggerated gallantry to the prettiest girl in the room. All this time he was thirsting for publicity - if he could only be engaged to sing in public, to box in public, to swim in public, how happy he would be! . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Edmund Gosse (author)

HORNIDGE, John Pryce (John Pryce HORNIDGE; J. P. HORNIDGE; Mr. HORNIDGE)

Musical amateur, amateur musician, vocalist, flautist, oboist, flute, oboe, cornet player, clerk, civil servant

Born London, England, 6 February 1828; baptised, St. Pancras Old Church, 8 March 1828; son of William HORNIDGE and Frances KING
Arrived Melbourne, VIC, 3 January 1853 (per Janet Mitchell, from London via Falmouth, 1 October 1852, aged "24")
Married (Emily) Emma Maria PARSONS (1836-1930), St. Mark's church, Fitzroy, VIC, 2 July 1859
Died Albert Park, VIC, 16 October 1913, aged "85 years and 8 months, a colonist of 60 years"

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=John+Pryce+Hornidge+1828-1913 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-H-5.php#HORNIDGE-John-Pryce (shareable link to this entry)

HORNIDGE, Francis Ernest (Francis Ernest HORNIDGE; Frank HORNIDGE; F. E. HORNIDGE)

Musician, professor of music, violinist, pianist

Born Albert Park, VIC, 1 August 1865; son of John Pryce HORNIDGE and Emma Maria PARSONS
Died Warrandyte, VIC, 16 July 1929, aged "64"

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Francis+Ernest+Hornidge+1865-1929 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

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THIS ENTRY IS A STUB ON PERSONNEL FIRST ACTIVE IN AUSTRALIA AFTER 1860

Documentation:

Baptisms solemnized in the parish of Saint Pancras, in the county of Middlesex, in the year 1828; register 1826-28, page 407; London Metropolitan Archives, P90/PAN1/015

https://www.ancestry.com.au/search/collections/1558/records/1800038 (PAYWALL)

No. 301 / 1828 March 8 / John Pryce son of / William & Frances / Hornidge / Guilford Street / Solicitor / [born] 6 February 1828

ASSOCIATIONS: William Hornidge (1789-1859) and Frances King (1794-1872) married at St. Andrew, Holborn, on 24 August 1819

England census, 30 March 1851, Willesden, Kilburn, Middlesex; UK National Archives, HO107/1700/356/48

https://www.ancestry.com.au/search/collections/8860/records/3828719 (PAYWALL)

7 Chapel Terrace / William Hornidge / Head / Mar. / 61 / Sol'r Chief Clk to a Mast. in Ct. of Chancery / [born] Midd'x St. James's Clerkenwell
Frances / Wife / Mar / 56 / - / [born] [Middlesex] St. Andrews [Holborn]
Frances / Daur. / Unm. / 30 // William / Son / Unm. / 29 / Lieut. E.I.C. Service // Emily / Unm. / 26 // Thomas K. / Unm. / 25 / Med'l Student / [all born Middlesex St. Andrews Holborn]
John P. [Hornidge] / Son / Unm. / 23 / Not in ant business / [born] [Middlesex] St. Pancras // Anna M. / Daur. / Unm. / 21 . . .

Names and descriptions of passengers per Janet Mitchell, from London, 16 September 1852, for Port Phillip; Public Record Office Victoria

https://prov.vic.gov.au/archive/3400C2E9-F96C-11E9-AE98-0507CB69E27D?image=187 (DIGITISED)

Cabin passengers . . . J. P. Hornidge / 24 . . .

[Advertisement], The Argus [Melbourne, VIC] (14 February 1857), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article7144647 

COLLINGWOOD MECHANICS' INSTITUTE.
GRAND SOIREE MUSICALE Will be given On Monday Evening, l6th February,
At the Collingwood Assembly Hall, Gertrude-street.
Programme - Part I. Glee and Chorus - "Village Choristers," Master C. Cooke, assisted by the Company . . .
Duet, flute and piano - Messrs. Hornidge and Montague . . .
Part II . . . Song and flute obligato - Mrs. Goodliffe, flute, Mr. Hornidge . . .
Glee - "Poculum," Messrs. Tate, Hornidge, Izard, and Elliot . . .
The Witches' Glee - Messrs. Tate, Hornidge, and Blanchard.
Full Company - "Now Pray we for our Country"
God Save the Queen - By the Company.
Accompanist - Mr. Montague . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Charles Cook (vocalist); Alfred Montague (piano); Anne Goodliffe (vocalist); Henry John Izard (vocalist)

"THE NEWS OF THE DAY", The Age [Melbourne, VIC] (4 November 1858), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article154878571 

Mrs. Andrew, one of the most valued and oldest members of the Melbourne Philharmonic Society, gave a concert yesterday evening at the Collingwood Assembly Hall, Gertrude street. She was assisted by Miss Parsons, Master Johnson, Madame Leon Naej, and Messrs. Hopkins, Hornidge, Williams, and Kaye. Mr. Pringle presided at the pianoforte. The programme chiefly consisted of glees and part songs, which were generally well performed. The beneficiaire was well received, and sang with unusual spirit and effect.

ASSOCIATIONS: Theresa Andrews (vocalist); George Augustus Johnson (vocalist); Madame Leon Naej (vocalist); William Henry Williams (vocalist); Samuel Kaye (vocalist); George Robert Grant Pringle (pianist); Melbourne Philharmonic Society (association)

[Advertisement], The Argus (26 June 1860), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5684987 

PRAHRAN HARMONIC SOCIETY'S CONCERT,
At Mechanics' Institute, Chapel-street, THIS EVENING, JUNE 26,
HAYDN'S MASS No, 1, in B Flat, And a SELECTION from the CREATION.
Principal Vocalists: Mrs. Goodliffe, Master Johnson, and Messrs. Williams, Niemetz, Angus, and Wilkinson.
Principal Instrumentalists: Piano, Mrs. Alfred Lynch;
Violins, Mr. A. J. Leslie, Mr. Tolhurst; Viola, Mr. Hines;
Violoncello, Mr. Hailes; Contra Basso, Mr. Hardman;
Flute, Mr. Hornidge; Clarionet, Mr. A. Clerke.
Conductor: Mr. Samuel Kaye.
Tickets, 2s. 6d., and 1s. 6d. To commence at 8 o'clock.
W. P. FIREBRACE, Hon. Sec.

ASSOCIATIONS: Silvanus Angus (vocalist); Henry Wilkinson (vocalist); Charlotte Elizabeth Lynch (piano); Alexander John Leslie (violin); George Tolhurst (violin); George Button Hailes (cello); Daniel Hardman (double bass); Adam Clerke (clarinet); Samuel Kaye (conductor, as above); William Piggott Firebrace (secretary); Prahran Harmonic Society (association)

[Advertisement], The Argus (22 May 1861), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5700414 

MUSICAL UNION. GRAND CONCERT,
in aid of the Fund for Relief of the Widows and orphans of the Soldiers of the 40th Regiment who have fallen in New Zealand, will be given in the
EXHIBITION BUILDING, THIS EVENING, MAY 22 . . .
Programme will consist of Overture - "Ruy Blas" - Mendelssohn.
Mendelssohn's FIRST WALPURGIS NIGHT,
And Mr. Henry Leslie's JUDITH.
All for the first time In Victoria . . .
Frincipal Violin - Mr. A. J. LESLIE.
Conductor - Mr. G. R. G. PRINGLE.
LIST of the ORCHESTRA: . . . Oboes - Messrs. Hornidge, Mortimer . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Musical Union (Melbourne association); Exhibition Building (Melbourne venue)

[Advertisement], The Argus (12 August 1861), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5702986 

PRAHRAN TOWN HALL. GRAND CONCERT,
On MONDAY EVENING, AUGUST 12.
Miss Octavia Hamilton, Miss Mortley,
Mr. Williams, Mr. Angus,
Mr. Hornidge, Mr. King.
Concert to commence at 8 o'clock.
Reserved seats, 3s.; balcony, 2s.; unreserved seats, 1s. 6d.

ASSOCIATIONS: Octavia Hamilton (vocalist); Sarah Mortley (vocalist); Prahran Town Hall (venue)

"TOWN TALK", The Herald [Melbourne, VIC] (6 February 1862), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article244181888 

The concert given in the Mechanics' Institute, at Emerald Hill, last evening, in aid of the band fund . . . was very well attended, - the reserved seats, which occupied by far the greater portion of the hall, being full. The programme was sufficiently varied; and although the list of vocalists did not include any stars of the first magnitude, the ladies and gentlemen who did sing executed the music allotted to them in the most satisfactory style . . . "My Heart from its terrors reposes," a very pretty quintette from "Robin Hood," was admirably sung, Miss A. Bailey exciting quite an enthusiasm by the ease with which she took the high notes. Miss Liddle, a very young lady who, though a resident on the "Hill," is favourably known to a much wider sphere, was encored in "Maggie by my side," and she well-deserved the compliment . . . The other principal vocalists were Messrs. Ewart, Donaldson, Richardson, and Hornidge, the conductor being Mr. Friend. The Choral Society also rendered its assistance . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Amelia Bailey (vocalist); Maggie Liddle (vocalist); Thomas Ewart (vocalist); Charles Alexander Donaldson (vocalist); Albert Richardson (vocalist); Henry Friend (conductor); Emerald Hill Choral Society (association)

"THE NEWS OF THE DAY", The Age (6 October 1863), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article155022608 

A grand concert and art union, given by a number of well-known musical professors and amateurs, on behalf of Mr. S. Greenwood, organist at St. Johns, who has recently sustained a heavy loss, came off at St. George's Hall, last night. The hall was crammed, and the efforts of the artistes, who gave their services, received warm recognition. The programme included a pleasing selection of choruses, part songs, ballads, duets, &c., and the music was all excellently performed . . . The instrumentalists who distinguished themselves were Herr Schott and Mr. Hornidge, who performed respectively, several solos upon the oboe and flute in a very meritorious manner. Herr Elsasser presided at the pianoforte . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Samuel Greenwood (musician); James Arthur Schott (oboe); Charles Elsasser (pianist); St. George's Hall (Melbourne venue)

"THE NEWS OF THE DAY", The Age (12 January 1864), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article155020681 

The hall of the Mechanics' Institute, Emerald Hill was, last night, the scene of an interesting ceremony . . . to present Mr. Nimmo with some mark of their appreciation of his conduct as a late officer of the borough . . . The first part of the proceedings consisted of a vocal and instrumental concert, in which the principal parts were sustained by the Misses Liddle and Shepherd, and Messrs. Lawrence and Hornidge. Mr. King presided at the pianoforte . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Henry John King senior (pianist)

"BIRTHS", The Argus (3 August 1865), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5769425 

HORNIDGE. - On the 1st inst., at 34 Park-street, Emerald-hill, the wife of Mr. J. P. Hornidge of a son.

[Advertisement], The Argus (24 September 1869), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5810538 

MELBOURNE PHILHARMONIC SOCIETY . . .
TO-MORROW EVENING Will be Re-produced, In the DUKE of EDINBURGH THEATRE,
Verdi's Grand Opera ERNANI, With a Band and Chorus of 200 Performers . . .
Conductor - Mr. David Lee. BAND . . . Flutes - Mr. Hornidge, Mr. Webb . . .
S. MOXON, Secretary.

ASSOCIATIONS: David Lee (conductor); Septimus Moxon (secretary)

[Advertisement], The Herald (28 July 1871), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article244805260 

INDUSTRIAL and ART EXHIBITION, EMERALD HILL.
GRAND CONCERT, THIS EVENING. Mrs. Madden, Mr. Madden,
Mr. Hornidge (cornet soloist), Mr. Bruford, and others. Pianist, Mr. Braim.
Also, The BAND of the EMERALD HILL ARTILLERY (By kind permission of Captain R. Shepherd), will play a choice selection of pieces.
ADMISSION SIXPENCE

ASSOCIATIONS: John Braim (pianist)

"DEATHS", The Argus (21 October 1872), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5840875 

HORNIDGE. - On the 25th of August, at Kilburn, near London, aged 78, Frances, widow of the late Wm. Hornidge, Esq., solicitor, of London, and mother of J. P. Hornidge, of this city.

"ST. LUKE'S CHURCH ANNIVERSARY", The Record and Emerald Hill and Sandridge Advertiser (9 October 1873), p. 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article108497182 

The anniversary of the above church was celebrated during the past week. The services last Sunday were conducted by the Rev. the Dean of Melbourne, and a festival was held in the Mechanics' Institute on Tuesday evening [7 October]. The hall of the Institute was crowded to excess, there being upwards of 400 persons present at the tea . . . After the good things provided by the ladies who presided at the tables had been disposed of, the choir of the church favored the company with vocal and instrumental solos, glees, &c., amongst which were a solo on the flute by Mr. Hornidge . . . a glee by the choir, after which Mr. E. Exon gave a pretty ballad . . . After an instrumental trio on the flute, pianoforte, and violincello by Messrs. Hornidge, Braim, and another gentleman, Mr. Exon sang that ever popular air "The Death of Nelson" . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Edwin Exon (vocalist)

"NEWS OF THE DAY", The Age (29 April 1874), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article199380679 

The postponed moonlight promenade concert took place on the ground of the South Melbourne Cricket Club last night, and was a most gratifying success . . . The programme was divided into four sections. In the first a double quartette party sang, consisting of Messrs. Exon, A. and T. Ford, Madden, Hornidge, Braim, Juniper, Trowell, and others. Their part songs were harmoniously sung . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Alfred and Thomas Ford (vocalists); Daniel Madden (vocalist)

"THE SOUTH MELBOURNE TONIC SOL-FA ASSOCIATION", The Age (14 December 1876), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article200232966 

This society gives a sacred concert tonight, in the Howe-crescent Hall, Emerald-hill . . . Thos. Anderton's Wreck of the Hesperus will be performed, and will be supported by Miss Dernelly and Mr. Angus. This will also be given with orchestral accompaniments, the parts for which have been scored by Mr. Hornidge.

"CENTENNIAL EXHIBITION . . . THE ORCHESTRA", The Argus (2 August 1888), 5 supplement

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article6896635 

. . . 12 second violins, played by Messrs. . . . Hornidge, jun. . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Centennial Orchestra (association)

"MUSICAL", Traralgon Record [VIC] (19 August 1892), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article59312789 

Mr. F. E. Hornidge advertises that he has commenced the practice of his profession in Sale, and is prepared to take pupils for the violin, pianoforte and harmony. Mr. Hornidge who was formerly playing with the Victorian Orchestra under Cowen and Hamilton Clarke, also acted as first violin at the Princess Theatre, which should be a sufficient guarantee that he is a first-class musician. Mr. Hornidge proposes to visit Traralgon once a week, and full particulars as to the date and terms may be had on application to this office.

ASSOCIATIONS: Frederic Hymen Cowen (conductor); Hamilton Clarke (conductor); Victorian Orchestra (association)

[Advertisement], The Maffra Spectator [VIC] (6 February 1899), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article67409539 

F. E. HORNIDGE, (Pupil of George Weston and H. Curtis), Formerly of the Exhibition and Victorian Orchestras, PROFESSOR OF THE VIOLIN, PIANOFORTE, HARMONY, &c. . . .

ASSOCIATIONS:

"MARRIAGES", Leader [Melbourne, VIC] (10 July 1909), 51

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article197078354 

HORNIDGE - PARSONS. - (Golden Wedding.) - On the 2nd July, 1859, at St. Mark's Church, Fitzroy, by the Rev. Robt. Barlow, John Pryce Hornidge to Emma Maria Parsons.
Present address, 49 Canterbury-road, Albert Park. At home this day and to-morrow, afternoon and evening on each day.

"DEATH", The Herald (16 October 1913), 14

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article241541854 

HORNIDGE. - On the 16th inst. (as the result of an accident), at his residence, 49 Canterbury road, Albert Park, John Pryce, dearly beloved husband of Emma M., and devoted father of Frederic, Alfred, Charles, Frank, Walter, Herbert, Emily, and Alice. Aged 85 years 8 months. A colonist of 60 years.

"PERSONAL", Gippsland Times {VIC] (20 October 1913), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article65280077 

Mr. F. E. Hornidge for years was favorably known in Sale as a professor of music, and his friends will regret to learn that his father, Mr. John Pryce Hornidge, died at Albert Park on Thursday, in his 86th year.

Probate, John Pryce Hornidge, 1913; Public Record Office Victoria

https://prov.vic.gov.au/archive/8643DD0B-F215-11E9-AE98-B57D9070172D?image=1 (DIGITISED)

"DEATHS", The Argus (17 July 1929), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4022054 

HORNIDGE. - On the 16th July, at Warrandyte, Francis Ernest, beloved husband of N. W. Hornidge, loved father of Ferdinand and Briarly.

"AUTUMN LEAVES", Record [Emerald Hill, VIC] (17 May 1830), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article164963079 

An old resident in Emma Maria Hornidge passed away at her residence, "Kilburn," Canterbury road, Middle Park, last Monday at the advanced age of 95. Deceased was born in England and was a colonist of 77 years. Mr. Hornidge, who was a well-known figure in musical circles, died some years ago. Mrs. Hornidge has left a family of sons and daughter to mourn their loss. The funeral took place on Tuesday afternoon, the remains being interred in the Church of England portion, of the St. Kilda Cemetery. Canon Rowed conducted a service at the home and graveside, and W. J. Garnar (Thos. Rentle) carried out the funeral arrangements.

HORNSBY, John Marryat (John Marryat HORNSBY; Marryat HORNSBY)

Amateur vocalist, songster printer and publisher, journalist, memoirist

Born London, England, 18 March 1832; baptised Hackney, London, 28 May 1837; son of John Thomas HORNSBY and Ann Elizabeth HILL
Convicted Clerkenwell Quarter Sessions, London, 6 July 1847 (transportation 7 years)
Arrived Hobart Town, TAS, 28 May 1851 (convict per Lady Kennaway)
Married Sarah TURNER (1826-1906), St. David's cathedral, Hobart, TAS, 28 December 1858
Died Hobart Town, TAS, 29 April 1903, aged "73" [sic]

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=John+Marryat+Hornsby+1832-1903 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-H-5.php#HORNSBY-John-Marryat (shareable link to this entry)

Marryat Hornsby, 1896 (frontispiece, Old time echoes of Tasmania)

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-2843031630/view?partId=nla.obj-2843032714#page/n3/mode/1up (DIGITISED)

Summary:

John Marryat Hornsby was born in the east end of London on 18 March 1832, and baptised at St. John's, Hackney, on 28 May 1837, the elder son of John Thomas Hornsby, a weaver, and his wife Ann Elizabeth Hill, who had married at St. Matthew's, Bethnal Green, on 1 November 1830.

Hornsby was convicted of theft at Clerkenwell Quarter Sessions in 1847, and sentenced to seven years, but was not transported until 1851, when he was aged 18. He arrived in Hobart Town on the Lady Kennaway on 28 May 1851, and spent a year on probation working in gangs. Shortly before his original sentence expired, in December 1853, he received a secondary sentence of two years hard labor for assault and robbery.

Hornsby received a certificate of freedom in October 1855, and by early 1857 had joined the police force as a constable. On 13 March 1857, a son, John Thomas Marryatt Turner was born to his common-law partner Sarah Turner. Hornsby having meanwhile left the police force, he and Turner married in December the following year.

In the second half of 1867, With his eldest son, and with the musician Jacob Cohen, Hornsby undertook a concert tour of the main towns in the north of the island. It was probably around this time that he published the surviving "third edition" of his The Tasmanian songster. He was probably also responsible for two earlier "editions" with the same title, advertised in Hobart in April and May 1867, but apparently larger and with different content, although no complete copies are known to exist.

Documentation:

Baptisms solemnized in the parish of Hackney in the county of Middlesex in the year 1837; register 1823-40, page 165; London Metropolitan Archives

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/1558/images/31280_195155-00397 (PAYWALL)

No. 1317 / May 28th / John Marryat s. of / John & Ann / Hornsby / Morning Lane / Weaver / Reported born: March 18, 1832
No. 1318 / May 28th / Edward s. of / John Marryat s. of / John & Ann / Hornsby / Morning Lane / Weaver / Reported born: Jan'y 3 1836

Convict record, John Hornsby, per Lady Kennaway, 1851; Tasmanian names index; NAME_INDEXES:1403120; CON33/1/102

https://stors.tas.gov.au/NI/1403120 

https://stors.tas.gov.au/CON33-1-102$init=CON33-1-102P112 (DIGITISED)

Hornsby John / Tried Clerkenwell Q.S. 6 July 1847, 7 yrs / Arrived 28 May 1861 /
C. of E. can read & write a little / Stealing 2 pewter pots / prison report before convicted very bad
Disorderly & insolent, frequently punished for theft and gambling / Single . . . /
Trade Laborer / Height 5' 4 1/4 / Age 18 / . . . Native place Bethnal Green /
Period of Gang probation One year . . .

Offences & Sentences: . . . Tried Hobart Town 2d 5 December 1853 Assaulting James White and st'l'g 10s from his person . . . hard labor two years . . .

1858, marriages in the district of Hobart Town; Tasmanian names index; NAME_INDEXES:858579; RGD37/1/17 no 160

https://stors.tas.gov.au/NI/858579 

https://stors.tas.gov.au/RGD37-1-17$init=RGD37-1-17P87 (DIGITISED)

No. 531 / 160 / 28 Dec. 1858 St. David's Cathedral Hobart Town / John Marryatt Hornsby / 26 / Laboruer . . .
Sarah Turner / 29 / Widow / . . .

[Advertisement], The Mercury [Hobart, TAS] (1 August 1864), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article8827616 

THEATRE ROYAL. MONDAY NIGHT, 1ST AUGUST.
GRAND DRAMATIC PERFORMANCE, By all the available talent in Hobart Town,
For the JOINT BENEFIT of MESSRS. T. COOK AND M. HORNSBY.
Musical Melo-drama (first time in Tasmania) entitled, the
WHITE FARM, OR THE WIDOWS VISION . . .
Lautoutte (a postillion) - MR. T. COOK
Boule D'Amour (ditto) - MR. M. RICHARDS . . .
Madame Leblanc (post-mistress) - MRS. HORNSBY . . .
AN INTERLUDE BY THE CHAMBERS FAMILY . . .
MESSRS. DENTITH AND GAGLIARDI'S BAND . . .
To conclude with BINKS, THE BAGMAN.
Binks (A Commercial Traveller) MR. M. HORNSBY
Kit Crimmins (Hotel Keeper) - Mr. T. COOK . . .
Bear - MASTER HORNSBY . . .
Mrs. Robinson - Mrs. HORNSBY . . .
J. EMSELL, Secretary.

ASSOCIATIONS: Chambers family (dancers); Alfred Jackson Dentith (musician); Giacinto Gagliardi (musician); Theatre Royal (Hobart venue)

[Advertisement], The Mercury (10 December 1866), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article8843183 

THEATRE ROYAL. REGATTA NIGHT. GRAND EXTRA PERFORMANCE! . . .
TUESDAY EVENING, December 11th . . .
THE FLAG OF FREEDOM; OR, THE CREOLE BRIDE.
FOLLOWED BY A GRAND TERPSICHOREAN AND MUSICAL MELANGE . . .
Dance Highland Fling (full costume) - Master Hornsby . . .
Song - "Ragged Coat," - Mr. M. Hornsby . . .
ORIGINAL LOCAL COMIC SONG AND DANCE, "The Main Trunk Line" - Master Hornsby
POLITICAL LOCAL HIT IN CHARACTER, "Where are we now?" - Mr. Hornsby . . .

[Advertisement], The Mercury (16 August 1867), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article8847538 

TAKE NOTICE! MR. M. HORNSBY,
IN CONJUNCTION WITH MASTER HORNSBY & MR. J. COHEN, Pianist and Violinist, in
NEW GREAT SENSATION ENTERTAINMENT, STREET AND STAGE!! Will visit as under:
Bridgewater - MONDAY, 19th August
Green Ponds - TUESDAY, 20th August
Oatlands - WEDNESDAY, 21st August
Tunbridge - FRIDAY, 23rd August
Campbell Town - MONDAY, 26th August
Avoca - TUESDAY, 27th August
Fingal-THURSDAY, 29th August.

ASSOCIATIONS: Jacob Cohen (piano, violin)

"LONGFORD (From our own Correspondent)", Launceston Examiner (12 September 1867), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article36645984 

On Monday evening Mr. Marryatt Hornsby, assisted by Master Hornsby and Mr. Cohen, gave an entertainment at the Prince of Wales Assembly Room. The following was the programme:
Overture, piano; comic dialogue, Shakespeare and Lord Byron; song, Work Boys Work; song, Finnagan's Wake; chant, My Mary Jane; serenade, Leave us a lock of your Hair; song, Tearing of the Green; song, Creep afore ye Gang; song, the Weepin' Willer; pianoforte solo, Lays of Many Lands; songs, Sarah Walker, the Bonny Wee Wife, Round goes the World, Ching Chong, and Pretty little Sarah; dance, Highland Fling; song, Have you seen the Ghost; pianoforte solo; songs, The ragged Coat, Main Line Railway, Roll drums merrily, Hame came our gude man at eve, Maggie Mooral, and Put your shoulder to the Wheel.
The majority of the songs were sung in appropriate dresses, and the audience testified their approval by frequent encores. At the request of those present Mr. Hornsby will appear at Longford on the evening of the ploughing match.

"Evandale (From our own Correspondent), Thursday, 19th Sept., 1867", The Cornwall Chronicle [Launceston, TAS] (21 September 1867), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article72181223 

The second entertainment given here by Messrs. Hornsby and Cohen on Tuesday evening was even better attended than the first. The large room at the Macquarie Hotel was densely crowded, and the applause was vigorous and genuine. Mr. Hornsby is rapidly becoming as great a favorite as Barlow, and will always command a large audience here whenever he can pay us a visit. His entertainment - "The Street and the Stage; or, Out and Home Again" - is a very pleasing one. I understand he is to give an entertainment at the Cressy Hotel this evening, and at the Nile Hotel on Friday and Saturday.

[News], Launceston Examiner (19 October 1867), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article36646733 

We stated on Thursday that Mr. Hornsby's entertainment, announced for the previous night, had been unexpectedly postponed. On making further enquiries on Thursday we were informed that the person mentioned had rather unceremoniously taken his departure, leaving several to deplore their loss - amongst them the printer.

[Advertisement], The Mercury (8 May 1871), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article8863395 

TASMANIAN TEMPERANCE ALLIANCE ROOMS.
MONDAY EVENING, 15th May. SELECT CONCERT, OPERATIC OLIO.
SPLENDID BAND OF THE WORKING MEN'S CLUB.
COMPLIMENTARY FAREWELL BENEFIT TO MR. MARRYAT HORNSBY.

"Obituary", The Mercury (30 April 1903), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12270387 

There passed away yesterday an old and respected resident of Hobart in the person of Mr. John Marryat Hornsby. The deceased, who came from good old English stock, first saw the light of day in Lincolnshire in the year 1832. When 15 years of age he came to Tasmania, and at the age of 19 joined the police force of the colony. Mr. Hornsby lived in a stirring age and some of the adventures he met with in the Huon district when in the pursuit of his duty he put into readable form, and these were printed in a publication called the "Advance," issued in Hobart in the seventies. After he left the police he identified himself with newspaper and theatrical matters. He was a keen dramatic critic and wielded a facile and pungent pen. In the early eighties Mr. Hornsby pioneered a party to Fortescue Bay, on Tasman Peninsula, and here he did yeoman's work. He was residing at Fortescue Bay when the S.S. Tasman of the T.S.N. Company's line, was wrecked on the Hippolyte Rock, and afforded relief to the ship wrecked passengers who were conveyed to Fortescue. The company made liberal recognition of his good service. After he left that district Mr. Hornsby joined the Government service, and had a trusted position in the Education Department until about sixteen months ago, when he was attacked by a serious disease, to which he eventually succumbed. For many years the deceased contributed articles to various colony papers, and was the author of a book of Tasmanian reminiscences entitled "Old Time Echoes." The deceased was a genial, companionable man, and had a marvellous memory. Mrs. Hornsby and a family of six sons and three daughters survive him. One son, Mr. T. M. Hornsby was a Member of Parliament for Wairarapa, New Zealand. Four other sons occupy responsible positions in the Australian States and another, Mr. Walter Hornsby, is bandmaster of Hobart City Band. The deceased in the year 1863 was a prominent member of the Hobart City Guards under the late Mr. John Davies who was captain of the regiment.

"CLACKERY", The Clipper (2 May 1903), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article83627910 

John Marryat Hornsby, who died at 73 the other day, was an authority on and fossicker among old time records. He was a vigorous policeman in the early days, and maintained his full energy until cancer came along and claimed him 16 months ago. Since then he had been slowly dying of the curse, but he went down hill as cheerily and brightly as he climbed up, and died game as a good man should.

Musical publications

The Tasmanian songster ([first edition], April 1867)

NO COPY IDENTIFIED

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

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article8845485 

READ "THE TASMANIAN SONGSTER."
PRICE-THREEPENCE. TO-MORROW (SATURDAY). To be had of all Booksellers.
SEE "THE TASMANIAN SONGSTER," PRICE-THREEPENCE, FOR "LIVERPOOL-STREET ON SUNDAY."

"THE TASMANIAN SONGSTER", The Mercury (29 April 1867), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article8845527 

We have received a copy of "The Tasmanian Songster," a publication issued on Saturday, and containing about forty popular and local songs, including many which have been sung at entertainments given throughout the country, and a selection of the best songs rendered by Mr. Barlow in his popular entertainment. Some of the parodies contain very telling political and local hits of an inoffensive character. The publication is got up in the style of the London penny songsters, and the front page is embellished with a portrait of the celebrated Catherine Hayes. The price of the songster is threepence, and it will no doubt have a considerable sale.

ASSOCIATIONS: Catherine Hayes (vocalist)

The Tasmanian songster ([new edition], May 1867)

NO COPY IDENTIFIED

"THE TASMANIAN SONGSTER", The Mercury (11 May 1867), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article8845769 

A new edition of the "Tasmanian Songster" is to be published this morning, and a copy of it now lies before us. It contains about fifty new and popular songs, including many of Barlow's best. Several local ditties are also to be found in the collection, including "Pretty Little Salmon," (a parody on "Pretty Little Sarah") by a Tasmanian sportsman. This is not the song which was sung at the recent amateur concerts, but one written especially for the "Tasmanian Songster," the words of the first parody having been refused. The "Songster" is well got up, and being published at a cheap rate, will, no doubt, command a large sale.

[Advertisement], The Cornwall Chronicle (18 May 1867), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article72185495 

FOR
WORK, BOYS, WORK,
AND BE CONTENTED!
Up with the Lark in the Morning,
MY MARY JANE,
ROUND GOES THE WORLD,
OLD SARAH WALKER,
THE WEEPIN' WILLER,
CHING CHONG! CHOW CHOW!
AND FIFTY OTHER LOCAL & POPULAR SONGS, SEE THE
Tasmanian Songster!!
To be had only at DAVIES' FANCY REPOSITORY, Next Brisbane Hotel. May 18.

[News], The Cornwall Chronicle (18 May 1867), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article72185481 

Mr. Davies has now on sale at the Havana House, "The Tasmanian Songster," of the size of "The Australian Journal," containing a great variety of the popular songs of the day. Amongst these are the choicest gems of the inimitable Barlow - "Round goes the World," "Old Sarah Walker," "Work, boys, work," "The Weepin' Willer," "Ching Chong Chow Chow," "Sweet Jenny," &c.; "Finnigan's Wake," "My Johnny's a Volunteer," "Caller Herrin," and numerous others.

The Tasmanian songster ("third edition")

The Tasmanian songster, third edition ([Hobart]: Published by M. Hornsby, [? late 1867 or early 1868])

COPY AT THE BRITISH LIBRARY (DRT Digital Store 11621.h.4.)

https://www.flickr.com/photos/britishlibrary/11084448183 (COVER ONLY)

[Main contents:]
[1] We love the songs, the sweet old songs [by] Howard Anstead
[2] Paddy's long dream [John Bull he was an Englishman]
[3] Our little game of speculation [Listen to the ditty, of a member of the City]: signed: "HM" [sic, ? M. H.]
[4] Who will care for mother now? [Why am I so weak and weary]
[5] Forget-me-not [O! were my love a lily fair] "H.A."
[6] I'm saddest when I sing [You think I have a merry heart]
[7] German band (Sung by Mrs. G. case) [Behold a poor deluded man]
[8] Jessie at the railway bar ['Twas at the Moorgate Station]
[9] Taffy's welcome (Cambria) [Sweet Son of a Sire, whose merit we cherish]
[10] Who wouldn't be an alderman (Air - The admiral) [How stately, and importantly we stride along the street] "M.H."
[11] She danced like a fairy [I'll relate to you, public the source of my woes]
[12] Fair Tasmanians [The maids of fair Tasmania] "H.A."
[13] Life in the bush, parody on the Outlaw [I am a child of the green bush wild] "M.H."
[14] What's to become of us all? "M.H."
[15] An acrostic, "M.H."
[16] Albert the good [RECITATIVE: In silent grief we mourn; AIR: Oh! that fatal day in Sixty-one]
[17] The game law (Recitation), "M.H." [18] Dark ideas [I come from ole Virginy wid my head full ob knowledge]
[19] He comes! he comes ['Tis said that many a maid bewails]
[20] An account of the voyage of H.M.S.S. "Galatea," for the year 1867, composed and sung by Edwin Jones, seaman of the above ship [On January the 24th, we heard in Plymouth Town]
[21] A strong plea for the rail, "M.H."
[22] Tasmania's welcome [Hail! Prince of England, Son of the ocean]; The sailor prince [I'm a plain and honest tar, boys, I plough the raging seas]
[23] The rustic beauty [If you'll list, I will sing you a S.O.N.G. - song]
[24] The man in the moon, or castles in the air [The sun had gone down in its beauty, and might], "H.A."
[25] The ghost [W[h]ere ignorance is bliss tis a folly to be wise]
[26] Champagne Charlie [I've seen a deal of gaiety throughout my noisy life]

ASSOCIATIONS: Nos. [20] and [22] Alfred (duke of Edinburgh)

Other publications and sources:

Old time echoes of Tasmania, by "The vet" (Launceston: Printed at the Daily Telegraph Office, 1896)

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/34622808 

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-2843031630 (DIGITISED)

Papers of Marryat Hornsby, 1847-92; National Library of Australia, MS 3536

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/15416766 

Handbills, cuttings, copies, etc., of comedy-type entertainment; songs, poems, stories, for the theatre; performance companies and performers and represented include the Royal George Company, the Barlow Troupe, Bijou Diversity (M.I.) Club, Bijou Club, Professor Hennicke, Charles H. Compton, the Swiss Bearded Lady, Young Essau, Signor Ghio, Frank Durall, and the Durall Troupe

ASSOCIATIONS: Robert Barlow (comic vocalist); Charles Henry Compton (musician)

"The Tasmanian songster", pen and ink sketch (? by Edmund Thomas), State Library of New South Wales, PX*D 2/Item 7

https://collection.sl.nsw.gov.au/record/Yr8GK7Nn 

Subtitled on upper part of sketch, "The cruise or crews of the Galatea by one of its crew. The Blades"; appears to be a design for a book cover, but was apparently never published [but see above]

ASSOCIATIONS: Edmund Thomas (artist)

Bibliography and resources:

David Hamer, "Hornsby, John Thomas Marryat", Dictionary of New Zealand biography (1996) / Te Ara - The encylopedia of New Zealand,

https://teara.govt.nz/en/biographies/3h35/hornsby-john-thomas-marryat 

Stefan Petrow, "History from below: John Marryatt Hornsby's reflections on Tasmania's past", Tasmanian historical studies (2013), 75-102

https://search.informit.org/doi/10.3316/INFORMIT.876609321362492 (PAYWALL)

HORSFORD, Mr. (Mr. HORSFORD)

Comic vocalist

Active Ballarat, VIC, 1858

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Mr+Horsford+comic+vocalist (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-H-5.php#HORSFORD-Mr (shareable link to this entry)

Documentation:

[Advertisement], The Star [Ballarat, VIC] (29 September 1858), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article66050371

MONTEZUMA THEATRE, Mons. Fleury's Monster Promenade Concerts.
PRINCIPAL VOCALISTS: MRS. TURNER, of the Philharmonic Concerts.
MR. HORSFORD, the Comic Vocalist, MR. W. F. SAYERS, & MR. T. KING.
SOLOISTS:
Mons Fleury, Violin.
Mr. T. King, Clarionet.
Mr. W. F. Sayers, Flageolette.
Herr L. F. Palin, Flute and Piccolo.
Messrs. Palin and King, Pianists.
PART I . . . Comic Song, "The Little Fat Gray Man," Mr. Horsford (Blewett) . . .
PART II . . . Buffo Song - "The Spider and Fly," Mr. Horsford (H. Russell) . . .
M. FLEURY - Leader, and Conductor . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Achille Fleury (violinist, conductor); Charlotte Turner (vocalist); William Francis Sayer (vocalist); Thomas King (pianist, clarinettist, vocalist, violinist); Lawrence Frederick Palin (pianist, flautist); Montezuma Theatre (Ballarat venue)

MUSIC: The little fat gray man (Blewitt); The spider and the fly (Henry Russell)

[Advertisement], The Star (16 October 1858), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article66050653 

MONTEZUMA THEATRE. M. FLEURY'S GRAND PROMENADE CONCERT.
THIS EVENING, 16th OCTOBER . . .
During the Evening Mr. Horsford (the Comic Vocalist) will sing a few of his admired songs . . .

HORSLEY, Charles Edward (Charles Edward HORSLEY; C. E. HORSLEY; Mr. HORSLEY)

Musician, professor of music, pianist, organist, conductor, composer

Born London, England, 16 December 1821; baptised St. Mary Abbots, Kensington, 20 February 1822; son of William HORSLEY and Elizabeth Hutchins CALLCOTT
Arrived Melbourne, VIC, 10 December 1861 (per British Trident, from London, 7 September)
Arrived Sydney, NSW, 6 July 1867 (per Wonga Wonga, from Melbourne, 4 July)
Arrived Melbourne, VIC, January 1870 (overland)
Departed Melbourne, 31 August 1871 (per Great Britain, for Liverpool)
Died New York, USA, 28 February 1876

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

http://nla.gov.au/nla.party-783654 (NLA persistent identifier)

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Charles_Edward_Horsley (Wikipedia)

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

THIS ENTRY IS A STUB ON PERSONNEL FIRST ACTIVE IN AUSTRALIA AFTER 1860

DISAMBIGUATION: Many colonial performances of musical works by his father William Horsley are documented, beginning with the song, The tempest, in the Sydney Amateur Concerts in 1826, and up to, for instance, at Charles Horsley's own concert in Melbourne in March 1863, when "Two well-known glees by Mr. W. Horsley, the father of Mr. C. E. Horsley . . . were given in a style worthy of the composer."

Documentation:

Baptisms solemnized in the parish of Kensington in the county of Middlesex in the year 1822; register 1814-33, page 145; London Metropolitan Archives, DL/T/047/024

https://www.ancestry.com.au/search/collections/1558/records/8747785 (PAYWALL)

No. 2309 / [1822 February] 20th / Born 16th Dec. 1821 / Charles Edward son of / William & Elizabeth Hutchins / Horsley / Queens Build'gs / Mus. Bac. Oxon. . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: William Horsley and Elizabeth Hutchins Callcott (c. 1793-1875), daughter of John Wall Calcott, married at St. Mary Abbots, Kensington, on 7 January 1813

England census, 30 March 1851, St. Mary Abbots, Kensington, Middlesex; UK National Archives, HO107/1468/266/71

https://www.ancestry.com.au/search/collections/8860/records/2093080 (PAYWALL)

No. 1 High Row / William Horsley / Head / Mar. / 76 / Professor of Music / [born] Middlesex London
Elizabeth Horsley / Wife / Mar. / 68 / - / [born] Middlesex Kensington
Sophia H. [Horsley] / Dau'r / Unm. / 32 / - / [born Middlesex Kensington]
Charles E. [Horsley / Son / Unm. / 29 / Professor of Music / [born Middlesex Kensington] . . . [and 2 servants]

Melbourne, VIC (1861-67):

Names and descriptions of passengers per British Trident, from London, 3 September 1861, for Melbourne; Public Record Office Victoria

https://prov.vic.gov.au/archive/3B1D49CA-F96C-11E9-AE98-BB631F4E00E4?image=189 (DIGITISE)

Cabin - Mr. Cha's Horsley / 40 / Prof. Music / English . . .

"SHIPPING . . . ARRIVED - DECEMBER 10", The Age [Melbourne, VIC] (11 December 1861), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article154848378 

British Trident, ship, 1340 tons, G. B. Haddock, from London 7th September. Passengers - cabin: . . . Messrs. Charles E. Horsley, P.M. . . .

[Advertisement], The Argus [Melbourne, VIC] (20 December 1861), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article154848639

GRAND BAZAAR IN THE EXHIBITION BUILDING IN AID OF THE
BUILDING FUND OF THE INDUSTRIAL HOME . . .
Mr. Horsley, from London, has kindly offered his services, and will perform on the organ, this evening . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Exhibition Building (Melbourne venue)

[News], The Argus (24 February 1862), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5710534

On Saturday afternoon, the first of a series of four instrumental concerts, arranged by Mr. Horsley, a gentleman lately arrived in Melbourne, took place at the Mechanics' Institute, Collins street. The first piece selected was one of three quartets composed by Mozart, in G minor, in which the piano is one of the instruments. It was performed by Messrs. Horsley (piano), King (violin), Thomas (viola), and Reed (violoncello). The music is of a character rather classical than generally pleasing, though in the rondo movement the ear is delighted with the beauty of the modulations introduced. The piece, on the whole, was well played, but would have been better for more distinctness and less sound in the piano passages. The violin part had scarcely justice done to it. The piano generally was too loudly played, and Mr. Horsley does not seem entirely free from the very general error to which pianists are liable of forgetting the greater power and compass of their instruments as compared with the others, and by which these last are placed at a disadvantage. The difficulty and art of stringed instrument playing is to bring out the tone satisfactorily, whereas the greater amount of tone, or noise, with the piano, is often exhibited by the most inexperienced performers. While making these comments, however, we must not omit to state that many passages in this and the other pieces were played by Mr. Horsley with much delicacy and neatness. The next pieces were selections from Mendelssohn's beautiful "Songs without Words," played on the piano by Mr. Horsley . . . The third piece was a quartet for two violins, viola, and tenor, a selection in which, next to the quintet, the most perfect balance of sound is preserved. It was one of Haydn's in G major, known as including the best of his minuets and trios. The quartet was performed by Mr. King, first violin; Herr Strebinger, second violin; Mr. Thomas, viola; and Mr. Reed, violoncello, and would have gone off much better, to our thinking, had the second violin changed places with the first. It is difficult to perceive why so accomplished a violinist as Herr Strebinger should play "second fiddle" to any artist at present in Melbourne, and although such arrangements may sometimes be done simply that each performer may have a turn, yet the public have a right to expect the best man will be placed foremost, as they do not meet to hear how this or that gentleman can do this or that, but how the composer's music may be best rendered. The next piece is known as the "Moonlight Sonata" of Beethoven. Mr. Horsley's rendering of this difficult piece was very fair, but the most brilliant and finished touch is required to bring the creation of the composer's genius to the mind's eye. The concert concluded with Mendelssohn's trio in D minor, by Messrs. Horsley, Strebinger, and Chapman . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Edward King (violin); Frederick Strebinger (violin); Herbert Thomas (viola); Thomas Reed (cello); Samuel Chapman (cello); Mechanics' Institution (Melbourne venue)

[News], The Argus (26 February 1862), 4

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An adjourned meeting of the Philharmonic Society last evening, at the Mechanics' Institute, [saw the] election of officers for the current year, with the following result . . . conductor, Mr. C. E. Hartley [sic] . . . A special vote of thanks was unanimously passed to Herr Elsasser for his services as conductor of the society for the past year . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Charles Elsasser (outgoing conductor); Melbourne Philharmonic Society (association)

"THE NEWS OF THE DAY", The Age (9 April 1862), 5

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The Philharmonic Society's first concert of the season, held last evening at the Exhibition Building, was, in all respects, most successful. His Excellency the Governor and suite were present, and the audience was very numerous and select. The principal vocalists were Madame Lucy Escott, Miss Georgia Hodson, Mr. Squires, and Mr. Farquharson. The chorus and instrumentalists numbering some two hundred performers. Mr. C. E. Horsley, the recently elected conductor to the society, wielded the baton for the first time, we believe, in this hemisphere, and Herr Strebinger led the band. The performance commenced with Mozart's "Requiem," which was given last night for the first time in this country, as a tribute of respect to the memory of the late Prince Consort. This sublime composition was performed with praiseworthy, care, and called forth repeated expressions of admiration from the audience, especially the quartett "Recordare," which perhaps, from the admirable style in which it was rendered by Madame Escott, Miss Hodson, Mr. Squires, and Mr. Farquharson, was the most noticeable feature in the first part of the concert. At the conclusion of the Requiem, the National Anthem, arranged for solo voices and chorus, for this occasion, was sung in a most grand and soul-stirring style, Madame Escott's powerful soprano voice being heard to great advantage. Beethoven's oratorio, "Engedi," or "David in the Wilderness," formed the second part of the entertainment . . . We may conclude by complimenting the Society on the judgment exhibited in the selection of music for the first concert of the year, which was an unqualified success. Considerable praise is also due to Mr. Horsley and his coadjutors for the energy they displayed in assisting in a performance, the grandeur of which, in a musical sense, was visibly gratifying to everybody present, and has seldom, if ever, been equalled in this city.

ASSOCIATIONS: Lucy Escott (vocalist); Georgia Hodson (vocalist); Henry Squires (vocalist); Robert Farquharson (vocalist); Exhibition Building (Melbourne venue)

"NEW INSOLVENTS", The Argus (12 April 1865), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5747817 

Charles Edward Horsley, of Flinders-street, East Melbourne, professor of music. Causes of insolvency - Adverse judgment in Supreme Court, heavy interest, and law charges, and bad debts. Liabilities, £480 3s. 7d.; assets, £146 18s.; deficiency, £340 5s. 7d. Mr. Moore, official assignee.

See also, "LAW REPORT", The Argus (7 March 1865), 6

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5733759 

"MR. HORSLEY AND THE PHILHARMONIC SOCIETY. To the Editor of . . .", The Herald (5 June 1865), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article244468989 

SIR, - I enclose a statement of facts which have led to my leaving the Philharmonic Society. As I believe it is of some interest to the musical world there that these circumstances should be known, I leave it to you to make any or no comments on the subject as seems fit to you.
Your obedient servant,
CHARLES EDWARD HORSLEY.
99 Flinders street east, 3rd June . . .

"LAW REPORT. SUPREME COURT. CIVIL SITTINGS BEFORE MICHAELMAS TERM. NEW COURT-HOUSE. FRIDAY, AUG. 18 . . . IN RE C. E. HORSLEY", The Argus (19 August 1865), 6

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5785634 

Sir GEORGE STEPHEN appeared on the part of Mr. Thomas Calvert and Mr. Geo. Brown, for the purpose of opposing the certificate . . .
Sir GEO. STEPHEN. - How came you to contract debts to the amount of £480 in 1863, when your annual income was between £450 and £600?
Insolvent. - I will explain. I arrived in this colony from England in 1860 [sic], and at that time I had only £50 to my credit in the Union Bank. I had not a single friend, nor any letters of introduction. I was four months without earning any money, and, as I wished to make myself of some use in the profession in this town, I was forced to keep up the position and appearance of a gentleman. Therefore, the cost of living here soon made the £60 a matter of history. At the end of the four months, I began to receive employment, but at first I did not earn more than 20s. a week, while I was unable to keep my expenses within £6 per week. I was constantly more or less in debt. From October, 1862, to March, 1863, I had some severe domestic troubles, which cost me from first to last between £300 and £400. In February or March, 1863, I thought it would answer my purpose to furnish a house at South Yarra, and I did so. The majority of the debts specified in the schedule were contracted for the purpose of furnishing the house, and the £300 was borrowed from the insurance company principally in order to pay the cost of the domestic calamity I have spoken of . . .

"NEW INSOLVENTS", The Argus (21 May 1867), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5767452 

Charles Edward Horsley, professor of music.
Cause of insolvency - Losses sustained in getting up the recent musical festival in the Exhibition Building, intended for the benefit of charitable institutions of Melbourne.
Liabilities, £832 12s. 6d ; assets, £68; deficiency, £764 12s. 6d. J. Goodman, official assignee.

Sydney, NSW (1867-69):

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald [NSW] (4 July 1867), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13150641 

NOTICE - Mr. C. E. HORSLEY, of the Leipzig Conservatory of Music, will leave Melbourne for Sydney, on THURSDAY, July 4th. Communications and applications to the care of ELVY and CO., George-street.

"Mr. C. E. HORSLEY", The Sydney Morning Herald (11 July 1867), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13144838 

The Argus of the 5th instant states -
"Among the passengers who left yesterday afternoon for Sydney by the A.P.N. Co.'s s.s. Wonga Wonga was Mr. C. E. Horsley, of musical celebrity, who proceeds to the neighbouring colony to find 'fresh fields and pastures new' for the profitable exercise of his professional abilities. A number of friends went down to the steamer to see Mr. Horsley leave, and wish him success in his new sphere of operations."
This gentleman who holds certificates from Mendelssohn, Spohr, and other great masters of the musical art arrived in Sydney on Saturday last, and that evening performed on the magnificent organ lately erected in St. Andrew's Cathedral, at which a few of the musical cognoscenti were present. No performance in this colony on this noble instrument heretofore would stand the test of comparison, even in a very liberal sense.

ASSOCIATIONS: St. Andrew's cathedral (Sydney)

"METROPOLITAN DISTRICT COURT. MONDAY [10 August] . . . HORSLEY V. COWPER", The Sydney Morning Herald (11 August 1868), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13170813

The plaintiff in this case was Charles Edward Horsley, a professor of music, and the defendant the Rev. William Macquarie Cowper, the Dean of Sydney. It was an action for slander, and the words declared upon as having been uttered by the defendant concerning the plaintiff were "he was so hopelessly drunk that he had to be assisted on the platform and disgraced himself before the audience." These words, it was alleged, were uttered in reference to a musical performance at St. Philip's schoolhouse, on the 17th of April last, and the declaration set forth that in consequence of them plaintiff had been injured in his reputation and credit, and that certain persons had ceased to employ the plaintiff as teacher and professor of music, who otherwise would have continued to employ him. Damages were laid at £200 . . .
Mr. Barker said that his client was prepared to go into the box and swear that he never uttered a single word of the slander declared upon by the plaintiff.
Plaintiff determined to go on with his case. He swore that he arrived in the colony on or about the 6th of July, and then commenced the practice of his profession as a teacher of music in Sydney. He played on the organ of St. Andrew's Cathedral on several occasions, and on the 17th of April he performed at a concert given by the St. Philip's Young Men's Mutual Improvement Society. He was not drunk on that occasion, and did not disgrace himself in any way. The stage was such a ricketty sort of contrivance that it would not have been possible for a drunken man to have gone on to it. He was to have performed again at St. Philip's schoolroom on the 15th of May, but in consequence of a communication received by him from E. H. Cobley, the organist of St. Philip's, he was prevented from doing so . . .
The plaintiffs attorney said that he had a number of witnesses to testify to the sobriety of the plaintiff on the 17th April, and to give evidence in contradiction of the witness Cobley; but, understanding his Honor to rule that the evidence was not admissible, he elected to be nonsuited.

ASSOCIATIONS: Edwin Harry Cobley (musician)

"FROM THE ANTIPODES. To the editor of . . .", The musical world [London, England] (13 March 1869), 171-72

https://books.google.com.au/books?id=8Y0PAAAAYAAJ&pg=PA171 (DIGITISED)

SIR, - My attention has been called to a leading article in your issue of so long a date back as the 1st of February, 1868, containing a review of Mr. George Tollhurst's oratorio, Ruth.

ASSOCIATIONS: George Tolhurst (composer)

For some time past it has been my intention to write an account of the present state of music in Australia, and to transmit it to you for publication. Various causes have prevented my doing this, but the article in question contains so much misapprehension as regards Australia itself, and so much want of knowledge as regards the progress of our art here, in Sydney and Melbourne, that I can no longer remain silent, and I take the earliest opportunity, since I read the article, of replying to it.

Quitting the immediate subject of this article for a short time, I, as an adopted son of Australia, object to the premises laid down in your first paragraph. With due deference to your superior knowledge of this part of the world, as balanced against my experience of seven years residence in it, I must say these lines contain in a small compass an amount of ignorance perfectly astonishing, and the display of which the slightest enquiry from many Australians now resident in England, such as Mr. Tollhurst, Mr. Farquharson, or Mr. Winterbottom, &c., &c., would have prevented.

ASSOCIATIONS: Robert Farquharson (vocalist); John Winterbottom (musician)

The charge of "standing on our heads" is no doubt funny, but, as you live also at the Antipodes to us, we may exclaim, "tu quoque." The oft repeated remark about the "kernels of certain fruits" growing outside, applies to one particular genus only, which is quite inedible, if not poisonous; and, as the country is more opened up, it is fast dying out. If the pretty legend of the "Tea fried with butter" applies to Australia, all I can say is, it has no foundation here; for when Captain Cook landed in 1770, his passengers and crew must have used tea in the ordinary manner, and have instructed the aboriginals to do the same.

The great drawback to anything like a recognition of civilization among us from the mother country, is the entire ignorance on the part of the English Press and public of our geographical and social position. One of our most learned judges, the Mecenas of the Colony of Victoria, was Chief Commissioner of the Exhibition of 1862, in London. When he returned I asked him what the Duke of Newcastle (then Colonial State Secretary) thought of Victoria. His reply was - "I do not think the Duke of Newcastle knows where Victoria is. He thought Ballarat was a sea-port town, and that Adelaide was within sixty miles of Melbourne."

Ballarat is the capital of the gold district of Victoria, and ninety miles inland from Melbourne. Adelaide is the capital of South Australia, 500 miles from Melbourne! Now if a statesman and minister of the Crown, who must have all sorts of maps at his command, can make such mistakes, we here can hardly wonder at others doing the like.

But why not learn? Why not ascertain that Melbourne is a magnificent city, containing 126,000 inhabitants; that its streets are wider than any in London, except Portland Place; that it is lighted and paved, and supplied with every possible convenience the richest or the poorest man can desire; that the shops are as good as in Regent Street; that churches of all denominations worship free from all restraint; that we have theatres, schools of art, public libraries, picture galleries, magnificent botanical and public gardens, choral and philharmonic societies (of these anon), warehouses equal to those of Glasgow and Manchester; in short, every want that man in religion, in art, and domestic comfort can require is to be found in this city, the first stone of which was only laid thirty years ago.

And yet we are savages? yes - savages, who from 1851 to 1866 have sent you 31,731,344 ounces of gold from Victoria alone, representing a money value of more than one hundred and twenty million pounds sterling (more than an eighth part of the national debt of England), and in addition to this, a hardly less sum has been sent from New South Wales. Savages, from whom you have also had millions of bales of wool. Savages, to whom you are crying for your daily meat. Savages, who in Melbourne and in Sydney can give you as fine performances of oratorios, operas, symphonies, &c., &c., as you can hear in any provincial city in Great Britain, without London assistance.

All I have said of Melbourne applies with equal force to Sydney. This city is of much older date than its sister, and various circumstances, not necessary nor agreeable to allude to, have rendered it a somewhat less "go a-head" place than Melbourne. Nevertheless it is a grand place, and its situation is acknowledged to be unrivalled. I have spent many pleasant months here, and have received the greatest public and private kindness. I have not yet seen Adelaide or Hobart Town, but though much smaller than the two great cities I have visited, I hear that, relatively, they are equally flourishing. Such is a very hasty and imperfect sketch of what is to be found in Australia's capitals. I trust it may be read by the unenlightened . . .

A brief outline of the state of music in Melbourne and Sydney must bring this long letter to a close. There are two principal societies in Melbourne: the Philharmonic, and the Orpheus Union. Since I left, I believe a third has been added, but I am ignorant of its objects. When, in 1862, I became conductor of the Philharmonic, I found a fine chorus of some 300, and a fair band of some forty performers. During my term of office we performed all classes of works: Messiah, Judas, Elijah, Creation, David, Comus, Walpurgis Nacht, selections from operas, overtures of every description, St. Paul, some local works, Hymn of Praise, and the Exhibition music of 1862, which, owing to a mistake in sending vocal scores, I had to orchestrate, and hard work it was. During four years, I conducted thirty-five concerts, upwards of 300 rehearsals, and scored 820 pages of music for a full band. This, with a large private practice, and without remuneration, gave me plenty to do. On the death of my dear friend, Mr. W. G. Dredge, who was the secretary and the life and soul of the society, I had a difference with the committee, and resigned. I was succeeded by Mr. Pringle, and he by Mr. Lee, and both these, my friends, have kept the society in the same efficient state in which, I hope, I left it.

ASSOCIATIONS: William Gilpin Dredge (secretary); George Robert Grant Pringle (musician); David Lee (musician); Melbourne Philharmonic Society (association)

I then became director of the Orpheus Union, a society consisting of only a few members, who meet for the practice of part-songs, glees, &c., &c. This society is also, I hear, as flourishing as it was when I left. In addition to these public institutions, I can always command an excellent quartet in Melbourne, and many a delightful evening have we had with Haydn, Mozart, Beethoven, Mendelssohn, Spohr, &c., &c. In the many suburbs of the city there are choral societies, all more or less creditable, and all contribute to the general good. The greatest musical performances, however, yet held in Australia, were at the time of the Intercolonial Exhibition of 1866-1867. At the opening concert, we had the Hymn of Praise, and a miscellaneous second part, of which I enclose a book. By this you will see our choral and orchestral resources are now greatly increased. This concert took place in the magnificent hall of the new building, 200 feet long, and proportionably broad and high. Five thousand persons were present. This hall, the lower part of stone, the upper a temporary roof of wood, admirable for acoustic purposes, was begun, and made ready for use in thirteen weeks. Are we "savages?"

ASSOCIATIONS: Orpheus Union (association); Melbourne Intercolonial Exhibition 1866-67 (event); and see here for another copy of the concert program book referred to

At the close of the Exhibition, I held six grand festival concerts, which, financially, failed, owing to the enormous expense; but, musically, they did an enormous amount of good. The new Town Hall in Melbourne will be opened in a year's time, and preparations are already commenced for holding a festival on the grandest scale. The hall will be 175 feet, 75 feet broad, and 80 feet high, with an orchestra for 100 band and 400 chorus, and an organ estimated at 8,000l. I am busily engaged on a new work for this event. Are we "savages?"

Although not properly belonging to my department of the art, I should not omit to state that every season we have had some excellent opera performances, which have given great pleasure to large audiences. Representations of the Huguenots, Prophète, L'Africaine, William Tell, Faust, besides a whole host of the English and Italian schools, may sound venturesome to those living in Europe, but I assure you that many a worse performance have I seen in London with singers of our rank; and at all times Mr. Lyster has had an excellent orchestra, and the conductors - Reiff, poor George Loder, Siede, and John Hall - have done great things for Melbourne and Sydney. They are excellent artists.

ASSOCIATIONS: Lyster Opera Company (troupe); Anthony Reiff (conductor); George Loder (conductor, deceased); Julius Siede (conductor); John Thomson Hall (conductor, violinist)

In private tuition I find the young ladies of Australia quite equal to their English sisters. There are excellent schools in Melbourne and Sydney, and the finest education for both sexes, and all classes can be obtained in these cities without sending the pupils to Europe, which is expensive and superfluous. At present I do not see any signs of an Australian composer, but I hope some day we may have a grand music school, and then latent talent may develop itself. We have some admirable instrumentalists in Melbourne, such as Messrs. King, E. King, A. King, Chapman, Gover, Schott, Siede, Lundberg, Hardman, Howard, Tollhurst (Mr. Tollhurst's father - the Chipp of Australia), &c., &c. Our principal pianist, Mr. Buddee, is unrivalled on this continent. Messrs. Pringle and Lee are excellent musicians; in short, there is nothing in any branch of music that cannot be taught in Victoria and New South Wales as well as in England or Germany.

ASSOCIATIONS: Edward King (violin); Ernest King (violin); Alfred Edward King (violin, viola); Samuel Chapman (cello); Henry Barman Gover (double bass); James Arthur Schott (oboe); Julius Siede (flute); John William Lundborg (clarinet); Daniel Hardman (double bass); Thomas Howard (musician); William Henry Tolhurst (viola, drummer); Julius Buddee (pianist)

Our vocalists should not be passed over. Poor Sara Flower was at their head for many years. Thy last time I heard her, I conducted St. Paul at the Philharmonic. Her health was then failing, but she was a grand ruin with many traces of true artistic greatness. Amongst our Melbourne lady singers, we have Miss Watson, Mrs. Fox, Mrs. Ellis, the Misses Easdown, as soprani; Miss Liddle, an excellent contralto; and amongst our tenori, Mr. Donaldson and Mr. Ford; and as our bassi, Mr. Amery, Mr. Angus, and Mr. Richardson, so you see we are not without vocal resources for any emergency consistent with our means. In neither city do I pretend that in performances we can approach the great capitals of Europe; but, let me ask, what is an English musical gathering, such as at Birmingham, the Three Choirs, or Norwich, but a London festival, performed in a provincial town? Therefore, I hold a country not a century old in time, and not half that period in civilization is entitled to enormous credit, for such a power in interpreting music; and although we love our mother country as much as we ever did, we have a right to ask why our endeavours should be despised, and our efforts considered the efforts of "savages?"

ASSOCIATIONS: Sara Flower (vocalist); Bertha Watson (vocalist); Sarah Hannah Fox (vocalist); Marie Ellis (vocalist); Louisa and Percy Laura Easdown (vocalists); Maggie Liddle (vocalist); Charles Alexander Donaldson (vocalist); Alfred Ford (vocalist); Edwin Amery (vocalist); Silvanus Angus (vocalist); Albert Richardson (vocalist)

The state of music in Sydney is not so flourishing as in Melbourne; I attribute this to the want of concentration. There are many small societies, which, if rolled into one, might produce a great result, but at present I see no chance of so desirable a consummation. Still, we have in Sydney many very clever artists; amongst the instrumentalists: Cordner, Packer, Hill, Rice, Hodge, &c., &c.; and amongst the vocalists: Cordner, Mrs. Cordner, Madame Reilhoff, Miss James, Miss Wiseman, Messrs. Jackson, Fairfax, Egan, &c., &c. Sydney has one great advantage over Melbourne-there is a magnificent organ in the Anglican cathedral. I have given several performances, and have been delighted with the instrument. At present I am organist of the Roman Catholic Church of St. Patrick's, where I have a good organ and a most tractable and agreeable choir, chiefly composed of amateurs. The Protestant church music here, and in Melbourne, is at the lowest ebb. Jackson in F, King in C, with Soaper's chants, are considered sublime.

ASSOCIATIONS: William John Cordner (pianist); Charles Sandys Packer (pianist); John Hill (pianist, violinist); Walter John Rice (violinist); Sebastian Hodge (clarinet); Ellen Cordner (vocalist); Rachel Reiloff (vocalist); Elizabeth James (vocalist); George Forbes Jackson (vocalist); Andrew Fairfax (vocalist)

Now, Mr. Editor, I humbly beg your pardon for thus transgressing on your space. If you think fit to publish these remarks, they will do much to forward the cause of music in Australia. We are sending you our superfluity of food, gold, and means of raiment, so send us some of your surplus musical talent - I am sure there must be plenty. But let no one come, who, in every respect, is not able to hold his own against those here. I do not ask for your Bennetts, Benedicts, Slopers, Blagroves, or Sullivans; but I do say that if a few instrumentalists and vocalists of both sexes would come out to Sydney or Melbourne, prepared to live on their own capital for six months, they will soon find ample employment, and can further the progress of the art materially.

In conclusion, it may interest those who "remember me," to hear, that with few exceptions, I have enjoyed the best of health. I have made no fortune. In colonial phrase, I have "no pile," with which to return to dear old home, and end my days in peace and obscurity. On the contrary, I have had reverses both domestic and financial, which might have been fatal to some men. On the other hand, I have had my share of good things in the shape of kind, sympathizing, hospitable, helping friends, who, not hesitating to tell me of many failings, have cheered me in my difficulties, stimulated me to further exertion when success has come, and even, when a stranger seven years ago, in illness and sorrow watched over and tended me as though I were one of themselves. No one could do more; let me thankfully acknowledge this Australian kindness.

My public and private engagements have prevented my writing much, but I hope soon, to send home my Exhibition music, a cantata, a mass, a symphony, two overtures, and three quartets, some piano music and songs. All these have been played here with success. Therefore, although no Orpheus, I may claim to have soothed "the savage breast."

To my brethren, who recollect me, I send the heartiest wishes for the New Year. To those who have sprung up since I left, I wish every prosperity. May they never forget that "art is long, life is short." For my own part, I am happy here. I sometimes yearn after the art treasures, and the art concerts, and, above all, after the social and art life with those so infinitely my superiors; but I have chosen my own path, and, I believe, with some pride, that my memory will be cherished in Australia, long after my feeble efforts to promote the progress of our glorious art in this hemisphere have been buried, with their author, in his grave. Most sincerely yours,

- CHARLES EDWARD HORSLEY.
J. R. Clarke's Music Warehouse, Hunter Street, Sydney, N.S.W.
December 31st, 1868.

[We print Mr. Horsley's very long letter because to many of our readers who knew that gentleman in England it will be a welcome communication. We regret to see, however, that residence in Australia takes away all perception of banter. Mr. Horsley could once appreciate a joke right heartily, but now he seems to have lost the power. Does he really believe that we believe that Australia is a wilderness, and that the colonists are painted "savages?" If so, and if he represents colonial opinion about English knowledge of his adopted country, we neither wonder at his vindicatory letter nor at the apparition of an Australian Ruth. - ED. M. W.]

ASSOCIATIONS: Jacob Richard Clarke (musicseller); see also, from the above, [News], The Argus (29 May 1869), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5836070

[News], The Argus [Melbourne, VIC] (4 June 1869), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5820963 

The monthly meeting of the Victorian Musical Association was held at Herr Siede's, on Thursday, when a vote of thanks was adopted to Mr. Charles Edward Horsley for his able and generous defence of the musical "savages" of this colony, in the Musical World. Mr. Caws intimated that at the next meeting he would read a paper upon the progress of musical art in this colony, together with the criticisms upon "Ruth" in the London musical journals. Mr. Hart was elected a member of the association; and upon the nomination of Herr Siede, the president, Mr. Joseph Reed, was declared an associate.

ASSOCIATIONS: Julius Siede (member); St. John Caws (member); Sidney Herbert Hart (member); Joseph Reed (associate); Victorian Musical Association (association)

Melbourne, VIC (1870-71):

"GENERAL NEWS", Weekly Times [Melbourne, VIC] (15 January 1870), 6

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article219363058 

Our musical readers will doubtless be pleased to hear that that eminent musician, Mr. Charles Edward Horsley, has a length returned to Melbourne, with faculties renewed and invigorated, and with health completely restored. His absence, not only in the profession, but in musical circles, has been very much felt, inasmuch as it cannot be denied that, as a composer and clever contrapuntist, his equal has not been met with in this hemisphere. Our Sydney neighbours have unanimously signified their widely-discerning appreciation of the talents he possesses as a true artist in every sense of the word; his progress from that colony to this has been marked by many strong evidences that the residents of the towns through which he has passed en route have not been slow to acknowledge his artistic abilities. Mr. Horsley, we are told, will shortly issue a programme of his intended movements. Already he has been engaged as organist at St. Francis' Cathedral, in lieu of Mr. G. R. G. Pringle, who has been appointed organist at Brighton Church. It may not be out of place to mention that Mr. Horsley has in hand his new oratorio, "St. Peter," which nearly approaches completion, and, so far as it goes, is pronounced by competent judges to surpass, if possible, his celebrated oratorio of "David." It is to be hoped that this work will be completed in time for performance when the magnificent organ in the new town-hall is erected.

ASSOCIATIONS: St. Francis's cathedral (Melbourne)

[News], The Argus (5 April 1871), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5845606

We hear it is the intention of Mr. C. E. Horsley to return to England in the course of a few weeks. During the term - something over nine years - that Mr. Horsley has been amongst us, he has necessarily occupied a foremost position in all things locally connected with the art of music, and his approaching departure is, we believe, consequent upon the popularity which some of his earlier compositions are now achieving in the old country under the sympathetic interpretation of Mr. Sims Reeves. This is a recognition of talent which it is not every man's lot to receive while living, and of itself sufficient to induce Mr. Horsley to return to that larger sphere which can appreciate and reward an artist in a manner that we, in this country, cannot hope to do for many a year to come. As a past conductor of the Philharmonic Society, as a master of organ playing, and as the composer of the oratorios "David," "Joseph," and "Gideon," and the cantatas "The South Sea Sisters," and "Euterpe," Mr. Horsley has claims upon the music-loving portion of the public which, we are told, it is intended to recognise by means of a grand concert, to be given about the middle of next month, on a scale befitting the dignity of the occasion - worthy of the friend of Spohr and Moscheles, and the pupil of Hauptmann and Mendelssohn.

ASSOCIATIONS: Sims Reeves (English vocalist)

"INSOLVENCY COURT . . . FRIDAY, APRIL 28 . . . CERTIFICATE MEETINGS", The Argus (29 April 1871), 6

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5846913

Certificates of discharge were granted to the following insolvents: . . . Charles Edward Horsley, of Melbourne, professor of music . . .

"MR. HORSLEY'S FAREWELL CONCERT", The Argus (15 May 1871), 6

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5847836

The Town-hall on Saturday evening was the scene of an imposing demonstration, the occasion being Mr. Horsley's farewell to the musical public of Melbourne. That a gentleman holding Mr. Horsley's high rank as a master of the art should have lived amongst us for the last 10 years is an event which could not have failed to leave a permanent impress upon the annals of music as cultivated in this place, and it is therefore not to be wondered at that his last appearance should be taken as a fitting opportunity for the expression of the high esteem in which he is held as a composer. That this feeling was general amongst the profession and amateurs was fully proved by the crowded condition of the orchestra platform and gallery, which must have contained nearly 300 of band and chorus, while the rest of the great hall, filled as it was with a grand audience, showed that the same idea was fully shared by the music loving public.
The programme contained selections from such composers as Weber, Callcott, Mendelssohn, Bishop, Verdi, and Gounod, besides a large proportion taken from the conductor's own compositions, "The South Sea Sisters," "Comus," and "Euterpe," concerning which last-named work it may not be uninteresting to know that it was entirely written and composed in the Melbourne Town-hall.
The orchestra, numbering some 45 players, and including the elite of the profession, commenced the entertainment with a spirited performance of Weber's overture to "Oberon." Mr. Rainford, who followed, gave Callcott's "Last Man" under somewhat disadvantageous circumstances, the orchestral accompaniment showing unmistakable signs of insufficient rehearsal. The Melbourne Deutsche Liedertafel sang two part songs for men's voices namely, Mendelssohn's "Jagers abschied," and a very spirited composition called "The Norman's Song." Those were given with commendable precision, and with something like attention to light and shade; the effect, therefore, was good, considering the number of the singers engaged. Weber's "Invitation to the Waltz," scored for the orchestra by Mr. Horsley, commenced with some signs of uncertainty in the opening movement, but in the delightful melody which forms the principal theme the music seemed to float out spontaneously; this number was highly enjoyed.
Mrs. J. H. Fox sang, "Lo hear, the gentle lark," with good volume of voice and correct intonation; the beautiful flute obligato passages proper to the part were played by Mr. Siede. The effect of this combination was so good that the audience unanimously insisted upon its repetition. Signor Dondi's appearance on the platform was the signal for a great burst of applause. The aria selected by this gentleman was that sung by Zaccaria in the first act of Verdi's "Nabucco," "D'Egitto la sui lidi." Signor Dondi's essentially manly voice told with fine effect in this aria, and gained for the singer a hearty encore. The same warmth of reception, and the same compliment on the conclusion of his performance, was most properly accorded to Mr. Beaumont, for his singing in the song introduced into "Der Freischutz," "The Home of Chase." Mr. Beaumont's voice has positively improved under the hard work to which it has been recently subjected. In reply to the encore, Mr. Beaumont sang, "Let me like a soldier fall," and in each case the audience testified their admiration of the vigour, purity, and freshness of the singer's voice Miss Lucy Chambers sang a pretty song by Gumpert, entitled "The sweet birds," a simple melody sung with nice expression, which pleased so highly as to be encored. Miss Chambers was in excellent voice, and was most heartily received by the audience.
Mr. Hallam was not entirely successful in the recitative and aria from Horsley's "Comus," "To the ocean now I fly." This piece had the advantage of an obligate accompaniment on the oboe by Mr. Schott, and many amongst the audience expressed a wish for its repetition, but in lieu of the air from "Comus," Mr. Beaumont and Mrs. Fox, came on and sang the duet "O, Maritana," in a manner that gave general satisfaction. The last of the solo pieces was the "Song of the Golden Calf," from "Faust," sung by Signor Dondi. It was expected that the opera chorus would have borne the choral refrain to this, but only three members of that body presented themselves, and with a simple devotion to duty that was touching to witness, they sang their little chorus just as if they thought they were 300 strong. We mention this because we think such heroism should not pass unrecorded.
The remainder of the pieces consisted of the overture to "Comus;" "The Corroboree" and the "Genius of Australia," both choruses from Horsley's "South Sea Sisters;" and the "Waltz Chorus," the "Choral Recitative," the "Triumphal March," and the final chorus "Now a vision comes" all from Horsley's "Euterpe." The "Corroboree Chorus" was encored, and the "Triumphal March" was very well played by the orchestra. The others, without calling for special comment, served admirably to a display the genius of their gifted composer. The performance of the choral work, though a not entirely faultless, was on the whole creditable, as showing that we possess here in Melbourne sufficient strength to furnish singers by the hundred, who at short notice can give reasonable interpretation to works of the most elaborate character. On leaving the rostrum Mr. Horsley was cheered again and again as he bowed his adieux to the audience.

ASSOCIATIONS: Thomas Henry Rainford (vocalist); Sarah Hannah Fox (vocalist); Enrico Dondi (vocalist); Armes Beaumont (vocalist); Lucy Chambers (vocalist)

Names and descriptions of passengers per Great Britain, from Melbourne, 31 August 1871, for Liverpool; Public Record Office Victoria

https://prov.vic.gov.au/archive/23B2C25F-F7F0-11E9-AE98-1B35927A4D43?image=109 (DIGITISED)

. . . Mr. Horsley / 40 [sic] . . .

After Australia:

[News], The Argus [Melbourne, VIC] (24 January 1872), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5859063

The friends of Mr. C. E. Horsley will be glad to hear that he is resuming the former position he held in the old country. He received congratulations upon his arrival in England from some of the leading members of the musical profession, including Sir Jules Benedict, Mr. Sims Reeves, and others. The latter gentleman's letter had the following:
"There is a large field open for you now, if you are industriously inclined. No one could do so much if you set your mind to it, and so you should. How thoroughly charming is the music of 'Comus' and 'Gideon.' A revival of these would be rendering a service to the musical profession."
The Philharmonic Society of Liverpool was about to produce his "Exhibition March," and this was also arranged to be performed at the Crystal Palace. A leading London publisher has commissioned him to write a series of anthems, and in various other ways his position as a leading member of the musical brotherhood was being recognised.

ASSOCIATIONS: Julius Benedict (English composer); Sims Reeves (English vocalist)

"DISTANT MUSIC. BY HENRY C. LUNN", The musical times, and singing class circular [London, England] (1 April 1872), 431

https://books.google.com.au/books?id=pTsoJ09xf5QC&pg=PA431 (DIGITISED)

. . . In Australia high-class music is making rapid progress, the visit of Mr. C. E. Horsley having no doubt tended much to further the good cause. As early as 1863 the Melbourne Philharmonic Society produced Mr. Horsley's Oratorio, "David;" and we afterwards hear of the performance of "Judas Maccabaeus," the "Messiah," and several other standard works. Some idea, too, may be formed of Colonial liberality in matters musical by the following paragraph from a Melbourne paper: -
"It is intended to inaugurate the Music-hall now building with a grand Inter-Colonial Musical Festival, when a new Oratorio by Mr. Charles Edward Horsley will be produced. A commission has been sent to England for a grand organ for the above hall, the sum voted by the Corporation being £4,000." We do not know whether all these intentions have been carried out, as no record has reached us giving a detailed account of the opening of the hall; but we quote the passage to show the spirit by which these artistic enterprises are animated in Australia. As an earnest of the future, we may also mention that in the prospectus of the Melbourne Philharmonic Society for the present season the works promised are Mendelssohn's "Elijah" and "Hymn of Praise," Haydn's "Seasons," Spohr's "Last Judgment," and "Israel in Egypt.". The Adelaide and Sydney Philharmonic Societies are likewise in a very flourishing condition; and we constantly read of miscellaneous concerts being given in the Colony at which good music receives a very fair share of attention. New works also appear to be produced here, for in addition to the one by Mr. Horsley, mentioned above, we hear of a composition by Mr. J. Summers, Mus. Bac., Oxon, written for the inauguration of the Music Hall; and our readers will remember that Mr. Tolhurst's Oratorio," "Ruth," was performed for the first time at Prahran, a suburb of Australia . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Joseph Summers (composer)

[News], The Argus (1 May 1876), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article7438081

By the mail steamer Bangalore news has been received of the death of Mr. Charles Edward Horsley, the well-known musician, on the 2nd of March [sic], at New York, where he had been living for the last two years. Mr. Horsley received his musical education in London, and arrived in Melbourne about 15 years ago, and at once took a leading position in the musical world. Shortly after his arrival he succeeded Herr Elsasser as conductor of the Melbourne Philharmonic Society, and he was so earnest in his endeavours to make the society take a leading position, that he succeeded in giving it the prestige which it has ever since maintained. During this time he had a large musical practice in the city, and when the Intercolonial Exhibition of 1866 was proposed, he was engaged to compose a cantata. This he did, and it was performed with great success. The cantata was named the "South Sea Sisters", and the words were written by Mr. R. H. Horne, the author of "Orion". One chorus in the cantata, viz., the "Corroboree Chorus', has since been frequently performed in Melbourne, and always with success. Mr. Horsley was of an easy genial disposition, and by some means he got into difficulties, and about 1868 left Melbourne for Sydney. He was not at all successful there, and he decided upon again returning to Melbourne. Here he obtained the appointment of organist to St. Francis' Church, was not so successful as he desired, but when the new Town-hall was opened, during the mayoralty of Mr. S. Arness, he was engaged to write a cantata for the occasion, and "Euterpe" was produced. In the following year Mr. Horsley left by the s.s. Great Britain for England, and settled down in Liverpool. About two years since he went across to New York, and obtained the appointment of conductor to one of the oldest musical societies in that city. He also obtained the appointment of organist to St. John's Church, which he held at the time of his death.

[News], The Argus (9 May 1876), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article7438679

The New York papers received by the San Francisco mail we obtain some interesting particulars concerning the death of Mr. Charles Edward Horsley, whose decease we noticed in our issue of May 1. He died suddenly on February 28, at his residence in Macdougal street, New York. At the time of his death he occupied the position of organist and director of St. John's Chapel, of Trinity parish. On the Tuesday evening previous to his decease he conducted the performance of "The Patriot Flag," one of his own compositions, at the Martha Washington reception. The next day he was taken ill, and his disease culminated in paralysis of the heart, of which he died at 2 o'clock on February 28. The New York Sun says he was one of the most distinguished church musicians in America. Born in Kensington, London, in 1824 [sic], he was the pupil of Mendelssohn, Spohr, and Hauptmann, the instructor of Von Bulow. His father and grandfather had been eminent musical composers, but the youngest of the line exhibited the most talent, taking charge of an organ and choir at the early age of 14, and publishing a successful oratorio soon afterwards. In September, 1872, Mr. Horsley came to New York, and a month afterwards was made organist of St. John's Church, in Varick-street. Unfortunately, he found the position anything but a pleasant one. Some three years ago a dispute occurred between Mr. Horsley and the church vestry with reference to the purchase of an organ. Mr. Horsley arranged to get an organ for 6,000do, but the vestry put the matter into the hands of one of their own number, who supplied an instrument in no way superior for double the money. Ill feeling was created, and an attempt was made by the vestry to drive out the choir and substitute congregational singing. The funeral services took place on March 2 in Trinity Church. Several of the most noted musicians attended, and Mrs. Horsley, the widow of the deceased, was present during the ceremonies. Mr. Horsley's remains were conveyed to Trinity Cemetery for the present, as Mrs. Horsley will shortly proceed to England and there have them interred in the family vault in Kensal green Cemetery.

"MUSIC", The Australian Sketcher [Melbourne, VIC] (8 July 1876), 58

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article60606482

The chief musical event of the month has been the production of Mendelssohn's "St. Paul" by the Melbourne Philharmonic Society, on June 13, at the Town-hall. Owing to unfavourable weather the attendance was unfortunately very small. Before the performance of the oratorio, a "Funeral March," composed by Mr. J. Summers, the conductor of the society, and written in memory of the late Charles Edward Horsley, a former conductor, was played by the orchestra in a way that should have been as satisfactory to the composer as to the audience . . .

"THE LATE MR. C. E. HORSLEY. TO THE EDITOR OF . . .", The Argus (16 October 1876), 6

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5906015

Sir - Will you allow me, at this late date to contradict a statement made in one of the Melbourne papers, viz, that Chas. E. Horsley died in New York in great penury and mental distress? So far from this being the case, my dear husband in his last hours, had every luxury that love and money could purchase. I am sure if Mr. David Lee of your city, had seen this statement he would have contradicted it. He was our guest for two weeks in New York, and can bear testimony to the comfort and happiness of our home. Mr. Horsley was appointed organist of St Johns Chapel, New York at a salary of £500 a year three weeks after he landed in America, which position he filled to the day of his death. Would that all his days had been as free from care and anxiety as the last four years of his life.
My trouble is great, at times almost impossible to bear. That any of his friends in Australia (and I know they are legion) should believe my darling husband died in penury would be an additional burden to a heart already crushed and broken. I therefore trust you will give these few lines space in your paper. Mr. Horsley died of heart disease. The physician who attended him assured me the disease had been of long standing, though we were not aware of it. He had, I am thankful to say, no mental or other trouble, if I except the trouble all men of genius have to contend against, namely, lack of appreciation of their works.
I would have contradicted this statement months ago, but I was in England, to carry out the wishes of my poor husband to place him to rest near and with his own people in Kensall-green, and did not get Australian letters till now.
I am, &c.,
GEORGINA HORSLEY.
430 Third Avenue, Louisville, Kentucky U.S., America, Aug. 9.

Musical works (selected) (extant in red bold; non-extant in black bold):

http://imslp.org/wiki/Category:Horsley,_Charles_Edward 

https://imslp.org/wiki/List_of_works_by_Charles_Edward_Horsley 

Works composed before 1861 and later performed locally:

Comus (cantata, England, 1854) (first local performance, 7 October 1862)

"THE MUSICAL FESTIVAL", The Argus [Melbourne, VIC] (8 October 1862), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article6480125 

The opening performance of the three which form "The Festival" of the present year took place last evening at the Exhibition Building, under the most favourable auspices . . . The second part consisted of Mr. Horsley's cantata "Comus." This work was executed some eight years ago, and, according to an explanation from Mr. Horsley, supplied with the "book of the words." It appears that, with two slight exceptions, the text of Milton's masque has been preserved . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Melbourne Philharmonic Society (association); Exhibition Building (Melbourne venue)

David (oratorio, op. 30) (first local performance, 30 June 1863)

David, a sacred oratorio, op. 30, the words selected from the Holy Scriptures, and the music composed by Charles Edward Horsley (London: R. Addison & Co., [1850])

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/239302509 

"THE PHILHARMONIC SOCIETY'S CONCERT. HORSLEY'S DAVID", The Argus (2 July 1863), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article6487000

A large gathering of the subscribers to the Philharmonic Society, and the assembling together of musical connoisseurs from all parts of the colony, at the Exhibition Building on Tuesday evening, greeted the first production in Australia of Mr. C. E. Horsley's oratorio, "David" . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Melbourne Philharmonic Society (association)

Piano trio no. 2 in B minor (op. 13, 1849; first local performance, 10 September 1864)

Trio No. 2 für Pianoforte, Violine und Violoncell, Op. 13, componirt und Fräulein Annette Preusser zugeignet von Charles Edward Horsley (Leipzig: Breitkopf und Härtel, [1849])

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/32366217 

[News], The Argus (12 September 1864), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5739781

The third of Mr. C. E. Horsley's series of Saturday afternoon concerts, at the Town hall, Prahran, took place on Saturday last . . . A noteworthy circumstance was the performance, for the first time here, of a trio in B minor, composed by Mr. Horsley, and published years since in Germany. It evinced much power, and if originality was not its most striking feature, there was in it far more than enough to insure admiration. It is true it was prodigiously long, but the audience appeared to forget weariness in pleasure . . . The instrumentalists of the afternoon were Mr. Horsley, piano; Mr. King . . . violin . . . and M. Chapman, violoncello . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Edward King (violin); Samuel Chapman (cello); Prahran Town Hall (venue)

Musical works composed in Australia:

Too late (choral scene) (first performance, Melbourne, July 1862)

[Advertisement], The Argus [Melbourne, VIC] (7 July 1862), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5717806

MELBOURNE PHILHARMONIC SOCIETY . . . Conductor, Mr. C. E. Horsley.
The SECOND SUBSCRIPTION CONCERT For the year will be held in the EXHIBITION BUILDING,
On TUESDAY EVENING, JULY 8, 1862 . . . PROGRAMME . . .
PART II . . . 3. Choral Scene, "Too Late," (first time) C. E. Horsley - Chorus . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Melbourne Philharmonic Society (association); Exhibition Building (Melbourne venue)

The evening star (song with flute obligato, March 1863; part song, 1865)

"MR. HORSLEY'S CONCERT", The Argus (6 March 1863), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article6483912 

Last night Mr. C. E. Horsley gave a concert of vocal and instrumental music, at Hockin's Assembly-rooms . . . The Mozart quartett was followed by a very clever song, with flute obligato composed by Mr. Horsley, and sung with great expression by Miss Hamilton. The song is called "The Evening Star," and certainly for repose and depth of feeling is a fine composition . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Octavia Hamilton (vocalist); Hockin's Rooms (Melbourne venue)

[News], The Argus (6 October 1865), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5787561 

The Orpheus Union, now under the leadership of Mr. C. E. Horsley, are to give their third concert for this season on Wednesday next . . . A novelty, too, is promised in the shape of a part song, "The Evening Star," which forms No. 1 of a series composed expressly for, and dedicated to, the Orpheus Union by Mr. Horsley . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Orpheus Union (association)

String quartet no. 1 in C major (first performed, 29 March 1862)

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/254410338 

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/260840128 (modern edition by Richard Divall)

"TOWN TALK", The Herald (28 March 1862), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article244183666 

Mr. C. E. Horsley's fourth and last concert of chamber music takes place on Saturday afternoon at the Mechanics Institution. Amongst the pieces announced for performance on this occasion is a quartett by Mr. Horsley, and which he has dedicated to Mr. G. O. Rutter . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: George Oswald Rutter (dedicatee); Mechanics' Institution (Melbourne venue)

[News], The Argus (31 March 1862), 4-5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5712549 

. . . [5] . . . The next piece was an original composition by Mr. Horsley, played for the first time in public. It was a quartet for two violins, viola, and violoncello, performed by Messrs. Strebinger, King, Thomas, and Reed. To this very meritorious and striking work scarcely justice was done by the instrumentalists, and it was but too evident that they had enjoyed but few opportunities for practice. As it was, however, the piece may be said to have been a decided success, and won considerable applause . . .

ASSOCIATIONS:

ASSOCIATIONS: Frederick Strebinger (violin); Edward King (violin); Herbert Thomas (viola); Thomas Reed (cello)

String quartet no. 2 in E major (first performed, 8 October 1864)

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/34267587

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/21014009 (modern edition by Richard Divall)

"Memoranda", The Telegraph, St Kilda, Prahran and South Yarra Guardian [VIC] (15 October 1864), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article255914291 

The last of the very admirable series of concerts given by Mr. Horsley at the Town Hall, Prahran, took place last Saturday afternoon [8 October] . . . There were two quartettes (two violins, a viola and violincello), one in C Minor by Mendlessohn and one in E Major by C. E. Horsley . . . The performers were Messrs. King, Ernest King, A. E. King, and Chapman . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Edward King (violin); Ernest King (violin); Alfred Edward King (violin, viola); Samuel Chapman (cello)

Song of the nuns of Amesbury ("a new motett"; first public performance, 14 April 1865)

[Advertisement], The Argus (17 June 1862), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5716513 

MELBOURNE PHILHARMONIC SOCIETY, Tenth Season,
REHEARSAL THIS EVENING, MECHANICS' INSTITUTE . . .
Song of the Nuns of Amesbury. Chorus and Orchestra (first time), C. E. Horsley . . .

"GOOD FRIDAY . . . ORPHEUS UNION CONCERT", The Age (15 April 1865), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article155029843 

An extra concert of the Orpheus Union was given last evening, in St. George's Hall . . . A motett (the song of the nuns of Amesburg [sic]), arranged by Mr. Horsley, was sung by the full chorus and accompanied by himself, and received with much applause . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: St. George's Hall (Melbourne venue)

[News], The Herald (15 April 1865), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article245507484 

. . . Mr. Mortley's [sic, Horsley's] motett of the "Song of the Nuns of Amesbury," is a rather demonstrative piece of music, more like a [? war] chant than a plaintive hymn offered up by the nun as represented in Tennyson's Guinevere and the "Idylls of the King," from which poem the words have been taken . . .

"SUMMARY FOR EUROPE . . . In the world of music . . .", The Argus (25 April 1865), 1 supplement

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5735428

. . . The Orpheus Union have, at a late concert, been attempting more classical music, and succeeded. Their execution of a new motett, entitled "The Song of the Nuns at Amesbury," and composed by Mr. C. E. Horsley, was much admired . . .

Motett (collect for the first Sunday in Advent; composed expressly for the Orpheus Union; first performed 25 December 1865)

[Advertisement], The Argus (23 December 1865), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5763007

THEATRE ROYAL . . . On CHRISTMAS EVENING Will be given
A GRAND CONCERT OF SACRED MUSIC, By The ORPHEUS UNION . . . Conductor, Mr. C. E. HORSLEY.
PART I . . . Motett - "Collect for the First Sunday in Advent" - C. E. Horsley.
(Composed expressly for this occasion, and dedicated to the Orpheus Union) . . .

Intercolonial Exhibition march (1866)

Intercolonial Exhibition march 1866, composed by Charles Edward Horsley (op. 62), dedicated by permission to His Excellency the Hon. Sir J. H. T. Manners Sutton K.C.B. (Melbourne: W. H. Glen, 1866)

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/12851224 

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-164753735 (DIGITISED)

ASSOCIATIONS: William Henderson Glen (musicseller, publisher); Melbourne Intercolonial Exhibition 1866-67 (event)

"OPENING OF THE EXHIBITION [24 October 1866]", The Argus (25 October 1866), 7

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5776783 

. . . The musical part of the ceremony, which was mostly of a religious character, then began . . . The performance concluded with a grand march composed by the conductor for the occasion. In describing it we cannot now go into detail, but believe it will be admitted by the initiated to rank with the best compositions of our time. It was performed by the band with care and zeal, and elicited loud applause at its conclusion . . .

The south-sea sisters (a lyric masque, words by Richard Hengist Horne, 1866)

Music unpublished; lost; no manuscript copy of the music identified

The south-sea sisters, a lyric masque, written for the opening of the Intercolonial Exhibition of Australasia, 1866, by R. H. Horne . . . the incidental music composed by Charles Edward Horsley, op. 73 (Melbourne: H. T. Dwight, [1866]) [WORDS ONLY]

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/11323451 

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-179572384 (DIGITISED)

ASSOCIATIONS: Richard Hengist Horne (lyrics)

Intercolonial Exhibition, 1866, grand evening concert in celebration of the opening, The south-sea sisters . . . [24 October 1866] (Melbourne: Wilson and Mackinnon, Printers, [1866]) [WORDS ONLY]

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/18242576 

http://handle.slv.vic.gov.au/10381/247358 (DIGITISED)

"OPENING OF THE EXHIBITION . . . THE CONCERT", The Argus (25 October 1866), 7

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5776783 

The second grand concert in connexion with the Intercolonial Exhibition came off last evening with decided success . . . The first part of the concert consisted of the "South Sea Sisters," a lyric masque of unquestionable merit, by Mr. R. H. Horne, the "incidental music," of which was composed by the conductor, Mr. C. E. Horsley. The symphony intended to convey the idea of the primeval wilderness reminded us of Haydn's Chorus, but without the appropriation of a single phrase. The sombre character of the music was sustained by striking and original passages in the first chorus, "Deep in the stony silence of the earth, the wealth of nations lies;" and then come the rich tone of Mr, Angus, in the recitative, "The deep hoarse mirth quells." Part 2 began with chorus, "The rolling ships and the rolling sea," displaying ingenuity, if not yielding much pleasure. Then came "The March of All Nations," illustrated by their national airs, in which the composer managed to introduce and combine with surprising ingenuity several popular airs, which appeal to the sympathies of all Britons. The first verse ran thus: -
"Old England's sons sail forth with three cheers
For roast beef, Jack Tars, and the Grenadiers,
And Erin comes with her native harp,
And the warlike pipe of the Scot is shrilling.
And Shenkin of noble race seems willing."
The chorus -
"Alas, for the loved ones we leave behind, who sigh
as they gaze on the vacant seat -"
should have been marked P.P.; its effect was somewhat marred by being too loud. The chorus is intended musically to imitate the native corroboree, and shows wonderful versatility in the composer. The words were so rendered by the chorus as to electrify the audience, and bring down thunders of applause.
The trio, "A heavy purse I proffer thee," was a pleasant change. Miss Watson, Mr. Donaldson, and Mr. Angus, have seldom been heard to such advantage as in this little gem. Mr. Donaldson gave the tenor solo, "I stand upon the listening shore," in his best style, and was deservedly applauded . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Bertha Watson (vocalist); Charles Alexander Donaldson (vocalist); Silvanus Angus (vocalist)

As above, but with the addition as below, "THE EXHIBITION ... THE CONCERT", The Argus (27 October 1866), 4 supplement

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5776998 

. . . The chorus is intended musically to imitate the native corroboree, and shows wonderful versatility in the composer. The following words were so rendered by the chorus as to electrify the audience, and bring down thunders of applause: -
Chorus.
From Creek of Worooboomi-boo!
And sheep-run Woolagoola-goo!
Come Dibble fellow dancing in fog!
All over Mount Woolooln-yah!
And earth-holes of Worondi-wah!
Till he vanish in the yellow Wog-wog.

Old chief of Woolonara-nah,
From the groat river banks, far-far,
Hasten here with spear and boomerang,
Then to snowy Woologoomerang,
For white fellow comes to make war . . .

The Galatea waltz (1867)

The Galatea waltz, composed in honor of the arrival of H.R.H. the duke of Edinburgh, by Charles Edward Horsley (Sydney: Published by the composer, 1867); cover: "Typ., J. Degotardi"

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/7874835 

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-165678257 (DIGITISED)

ASSOCIATIONS: Alfred (royal visitor); John Degotardi (engraver, printer)

"THE GALATEA WALTZ", The Sydney Morning Herald [NSW] (6 November 1867), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13161414 

As the time draws near for the arrival of his Royal Highness the Duke of Edinburgh in Sydney, musical compositions in honour of the event are produced with few intervals; now an Ode, then a Schottische, a little later a Galop, and later still, a Waltz. It is scarcely be supposed that these publications, which crop up like mushrooms, will display any very great originality or depth of musical skill, at the same time, so far, they are above mediocrity. The "Galatea Waltz," by Mr. Charles Edward Horsley, is the most noticeable we have yet had and will be found an elegant composition of its kind. The introduction is good, and the opening of the Waltz is very melodious; with that love for harmony and skill of harmonic combination which are the characteristics of Mr. Horsley, he could scarcely be expected to omit this higher style of composition, and hence, there is a very pleasant passage in which there is much delicate composition, verging on the classical. The Galatea Waltz has been frequently performed by the composer in public, and will on this account, as well as for its intrinsic merit became very popular.

Tell me Mary how to woo thee (G. A. Hodson, arr. Horsley, published Sydney, NSW, September 1868)

Tell me Mary how to woo thee, sung by Armes Beaumont, newly edited and arranged by C. E. Horsley ["C. A. Hodson" (sic)] (Sydney: J. R. Clarke, [1868]); cover: "J. A. Engel, printer"

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/10085208/version/215182272 

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-165289411 (DIGITISED)

ASSOCIATIONS: George Alfred Hodson (English composer); Armes Beaumont (vocalist); Jacob Richard Clarke (musicseller, publisher); John Alexander Engel (lithographer, printer)

"NEW MUSIC", Empire [Sydney, NSW] (11 September 1868), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article60857054 

Mr. Clarke, of Hunter-street, has published a new sheet of music got up in excellent style by Mr. J. A. Engel, of York-street, "Tell me, Mary, how to woo thee," as sung by Mr. Armes Beaumont, of the Lyster Opera Troupe, to the delight of the musical circles of the Australias. The present edition hat been newly edited and arranged, in his usual effective and pleasing style, by Mr. C. E. Horsley ; and the copies are embellished with cabinet, vignette, and other photographic portraits of the celebrated tenor to suit the taste or choice of purchasers. These illustrations are very creditably executed.

Chota waltz (published Sydney, NSW, September 1868)

Chota waltz ([Sydney: J. N. Fischer, 1868])

"NEW MUSIC", Empire [Sydney, NSW] (29 September 1868), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article60827710 

. . . The "Chota" Waltz is the title of a new composition from the pen of Mr. C. E. Horsley, the organist of St. Patrick's. It has been printed in a very superior style at the establishment of Mr. J. N. Fischer, of George-street, and the waltz, which is a lively and spirited one, with several passages of more than ordinary brilliance, will form an agreeable addition to the dance music of the period.

ASSOCIATIONS: John N. Fischer (printer)

England's welcome grand galop (published Sydney, NSW, November 1868)

England's welcome, grand galop, for the piano-forte, dedicated by permission to H. R. H. Prince Alfred, by C. E. Horsley (Sydney: H. Marsh, [1868]); cover: "J. A. Engel, lithographer and printer"

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/156931463 

https://collection.sl.nsw.gov.au/record/74VKppdaz8yg (DIGITISED)

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-179570913 (DIGITISED)

ASSOCIATIONS: Henry Marsh (musicseller, publisher)

"NEW MUSIC AND NEW ARRANGEMENTS", The Sydney Morning Herald (19 November 1868), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13175852 

We have received copies of a new galop by Mr. C. E. Horsley, published by Mr. Henry Marsh, entitled "England's Welcome," dedicated by permission to Prince Alfred - it is a sparkling production, well harmonised, and we venture to predict will become a great favourite in the ball room, and with those who admire this quality of music. Though scientific in construction, it is not difficult of execution . . .

My Bud in heaven (Massett; arr. Horsley; published Sydney, NSW, November 1868)

My Bud in heaven; by Stephen Massett, as sung by Madame Anna Bishop, pianoforte accompaniment newly edited by C. E. Horsley (Sydney: J. R. Clarke, [1868])

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/189995073 

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-170801667 (DIGITISED)

ASSOCIATIONS: Stephen Massett (composer); Anna Bishop (vocalist)

"NEW MUSIC AND NEW ARRANGEMENTS", The Sydney Morning Herald (19 November 1868), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13175852 

. . . Mr. J. R. Clarke has published a new arrangement of Massetts song, "My Bud in Heaven," an improved accompaniment has been written for it by Mr. Horsley, by which its merit is enhanced. Great pains have been taken in the printing and illustration of the work, some of the copies are embellished with photographs, one taken from the "Mother's Dream," by G. Brooks, R. A., and the other from a bas-relief by Carl Reitschel, entitled "Guardian Angels."

A musical joke (traditional; arr. Horsley; published Sydney, NSW, November 1868)

A musical joke, the famous nursery rhymes, Jack and Gill, and Sing a song of sixpence, set to music, and arranged as four-part songs by Charles Edward Horsley (Sydney: J. R. Clarke, [1868])

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/260890528 

https://collection.sl.nsw.gov.au/record/74VKpp3pom3M (DIGITISED)

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (28 November 1868), 9

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13176428 

PUBLISHED THIS DAY. Horsley's Musical Joke -
JACK AND GILL and SING A SONG OF SIXPENCE, as four-part songs, price 3s.
Lately published, MY BUD IN HEAVEN, from copy kindly lent by Madame Bishop, price 2s, with illustration 2s 6d, or coloured 3s. . . .
England's Welcome - grand Galop by Horsley . . .
J. R. CLARKE, Musicseller, 23, Hunter-street.

Communion service responses (September 1869)

Communion service responses (September 1869); MS, Sydney, Christ Church; facsimile: Forsyth, 528 (532)

http://ses.library.usyd.edu.au/handle/2123/2447 (DIGITISED)

Euterpe (first performed, Melbourne, VIC, 9 August 1870)

Euterpe, and ode to music, written by Henry Kendall, composed expressly for the opening of the new Town Hall, dedicated to Samuel Amess esq., the right worshipful Mayor of Melbourne, by Charles Edward Horsley, op. 76

ASSOCIATIONS: Henry Kendall (words)

"EUTERPE", The Herald (9 August 1870), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article244720449 

"OPENING OF THE NEW TOWN-HALL. THE INAUGURATION", The Argus (10 August 1870), 6

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5828350 

"THE NEW TOWN HALL FESTIVITIES. THE GRAND CONCERT . . .EUTERPE", The Age (10 August 1870), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article189331813 

"MR. HORSLEY'S CANTATA. TO THE EDITOR OF . . .", The Argus (11 August 1870), 7

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5828488

Sir, - Having been permitted to assist at the ceremony of the opening of the new Town-hall which has just taken place, and having also been present at the rehearsals which preceded the concert, I feel assured you will permit to an artist and stranger, belonging to no coterie, the right and the pleasure of offering you a short resume of his impressions upon the important work of a brother artist, of incontestible merit and talent . . . Having no local interest to guard, and no part to take - Mr. Horsley having no rival - I may say, without fear of having my opinion misinterpreted, that he is, without any doubt, the greatest musician in this part of the globe; and the colony of Victoria may and should congratulate itself on the possession of an artist of such value . . .
Accept, Sir, the assurance of my most distinguished consideration.
- CHARLES WEHLE. Melbourne, Aug. 9.
[The above is a translation of M. Wehle's letter, which was written originally in French. - Ed. A.]

ASSOCIATIONS: Charles Wehle (musician)

"MR. KENDALL'S NEW VERSION of EUTERPE. TO THE EDITOR OF . . .", The Argus (5 September 1870), 6

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5830800

Sir, - In this morning's issue of The Australasian there occurs such an extraordinary mistake on the part of Mr. Kendall that, in justice to me, I trust I shall not have to wait a week for its contradiction. The Editor of The Australasian has published a second version of "Euterpe" with a head-note stating that the words were submitted to me and rejected on account of their not being suited to my ideas. With the exception of four lines (in strophe IV. of to-day's publication) commencing "Even as a wondrous woman," and ending with the word "strain," this poem has, until now, never been seen by me, and I have good reason to believe that it has been written subsequently to the production of my music. However this may be, the poem is quite new to me, and was never, in any form, "submitted" to my approval.
Mr. Kendall wrote two odes for the Town-hall. The first was purely local, and contained many references to the names and traditions of the Australian aborigines. Having already composed music on this subject in my ode "The South Sea Sisters," to poetry by Mr. R. H. Horne, I declined to accept Mr. Kendall's work, and at his own request the MS. was burnt in my room. I then gave him a sketch of what I wanted. Hence the first version of "Euterpe."
In a letter to me, dated 18th May last, Mr. Kendall, amongst other things, writes -
"The words were written to order; the idea was yours, and I followed it. The character of the thing, and its treatment, were suggested by you, and, in a docile spirit, I did my best to follow your views."
Such is the origin of "Euterpe" as I have set it to music; but that I ever saw or knew of the version put before the public to-day is a statement on the part of Mr. Kendall so utterly at variance with the facts of the case, that your publication of this will greatly oblige.
Your faithful servant,
CHARLES EDWARD HORSLEY.
Queen-street, Melbourne, Sept. 3.

See, "POETRY. EUTERPE. BY HENRY KENDALL", The Australasian (3 September 1870), 7

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article138066724 

And see also Kendall's original, "POETRY", The Australasian (27 February 1869), 7

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article137563483 

Extracts from the above:

All hail to thee, Sound; opening chorus; modern edition by Philip Legge

http://imslp.org/wiki/Special:ReverseLookup/101048 (DIGITISED)

Ah and when that meek eyed maiden from Euterpe (Melbourne: published for the composer by W. H. Glen, [? 1870-71])

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/11386558 

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-179571702 (DIGITISED)

ASSOCIATIONS: William Henderson Glen (musicseller, publisher)

Three pieces from Euterpe, arranged for Florence Mary James by the composer, Charles Edward Horsley. Florence Mary James, from C. E. H. 1871

[1] Slumber song (MS); [2] Waltz chorus from "Euterpe" (MS); [3] Ah and when that meek eyed maiden (printed edition, as above)

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/9999623

Dreams of the past (1871)

Dreams of the past; ballad by Eliza Cook; composed by Charles Edward Horsley for Mr. T. B. Browning, Melbourne 1871; MS and facsimile edition

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/254410338 

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/257191039 

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/27774952 

Other writings:

"Reminiscences of Mendelssohn, BY HIS ENGLISH PUPIL", Dwight's Journal of Music [Boston, MA, USA] (14 December 1872), 345-47

http://books.google.com.au/books?id=ahVOAAAAYAAJ&pg=PA345 (DIGITISED)

. . . [346] . . . In the summer of 1832 I saw Mendelssohn for the first time. I was then a mere child barely ten years old, but I well recollect the occasion. My father's house was the rendez-vous of all great artists both English and foreign, and invitations were immediately given to all who either brought letters or were introduced to my father by his numerous professional friends. My father himself, the most distinguished Glee writer and soundest musician that England has yet produced, was the most genial host, and it is to his constant desire to collect around him all that was good and great in his own profession, as well as the cream of the painters and literary men of the time, that his children owed the privilege of seeing all those whose genius and talent so largely contributed to the art progress of England since the commencement of the century. Thus among the musicians constantly at the house, were Moscheles, Hummel, Paganini, Mendelssohn, Spohr, Thalberg, Benedict, Sir George Smart, Mr. Neat, Mrs. Anderson, and many others; amongst the painters, Sir Augustus Calcott (my mother's uncle), Sir Thomas Lawrence, F. R. A., Collins, Wilkie, Etty, Redgrave, Mulready, Webster, Stone, Dyce, Sir W. Boxall, Uwins, &c. Our most intimate friends in literature were Dr. Rosen, the celebrated Oriental scholar, Carl Klingemann, the Secretary to the Hanoverian Embassy, Mr. H. F. Chorley, Hogarth, &c., &c.; and of the engineering celebrities, we constantly saw the Brunels, father and son, the latter having married my sister in 1836. Thus I may truly say that I and my family were constantly surrounded by an atmosphere of art, literature and science; and to this fact is of course traceable the great love of Music and Painting which seems almost hereditary amongst us.

[continued] (28 December 1872), 353-55

http://books.google.com.au/books?id=ahVOAAAAYAAJ&pg=PA353 (DIGITISED)

[continued] (11 January 1873), 361-63

http://books.google.com.au/books?id=ahVOAAAAYAAJ&pg=PA361 (DIGITISED)

[signed at end] . . . CHARLES EDWARD HORSLEY, New York City, Oct., 1872.

Other sources:

Papers of the Horsley family, 18th-20th century; University of Oxford, Bodleian Library, 1990; online resource, 2011

https://archives.bodleian.ox.ac.uk/ark:/29072/x0tq57nq50rw 

http://www.bodley.ox.ac.uk/dept/scwmss/wmss/online/1500-1900/horsley/horsley.html

Bibliography and resources:

"HEADS OF THE PEOPLE. No. 6. CHARLES EDWARD HORSLEY", Melbourne Punch [VIC] (11 August 1870), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article174540546 

IT has been rumoured that this gentleman is the son of an itinerant organ-grinder, and that he spent the early years of his life in mastering the profundities of that prince of instruments, the hurdy-gurdy, together with the Hebraic harp and penny whistle. This, however, we have ascertained to be a mistake.
Mr. CHARLES EDWARD HORSLEY was born in London, December 16th, 1821, and was one of the twin [sic] youngest sons of the eminent composer, WILLIAM HORSLEY, Mus. Bac. Oxon., by ELIZABETH, the eldest daughter of JOHN WATT CALLCOTT, Esq., Mus. Doc., and sister of WILLIAM HUTCHINS CALLCOTT, the well-known composer. If there is any truth in the doctrine of hereditary talent, surely the son of a man who wrote that exquisite song, "By CELIA'S Arbour," must have some music in his soul. IN fact, talent must run in the blood, as well as wooden legs, for we find his brother equally celebrated in another branch of art - namely painting, being one of the most popular artists of the day, and a royal academician to boot.
The early years of the youthful CHARLES EDWARD might have been spent in the gutter only - they wern't. His talents for music were noticed at a very early age by such insignificant men as PAGANINI, MENDELSSOHN, the Chevalier NEUKOMM, MOSCHELES, HUMMEL, THALBERG, CHOPIN, BENEDICT, and others, of whom of course no one has ever heard; but in order to curb the exuberance of youthful fancy, his father (we cannot say whether it was the custom at that time to allude to the paternal relative as the "old party") placed him under the tuition of the celebrated theorist and contrapuntist HAUPTMANN, of Hesse Cassel, who knocked crotchets in and out of C. E. H. to any extent. Here he met a low fellow named SPOHR, who explained to him the difference between a breve and a demi-semi-quaver, as also the time in which the overture to Robert le Diable should be played - two things that he has never forgotten. In 1840 he left Cassel for Leipzig, and became a pupil of that ignorant musician MENDELSSOHN. Of course, the result of such inferior training was soon apparent. Returning to London, he rashly challenged public opinion by producing a symphony for two penny whistles and a tin trumpet, a concerto for the bones, a quartette for three voices, besides the oratorios of David, Joseph, and Gideon, and the cantata Comus.
Since he has been in Victoria he has been up to his old games, having composed a triumphal march for the opening of the Exhibition in 1866, together with the music to an ode entitled The South Sea Sisters; and when Mr. AMESS wanted some music specially written for the inauguration of the new Town Hall, this "doubly bass" and contrapuntal gentleman had the audacity - "cheek," shall we say - to undertake the task. And what is more, the people seemed to like his music, and cheered the composer, and altogether behaved themselves in a most outrageous manner. Our friend SMITH, the pianoforte-tuner, says that they should hear his Tinpot Symphony, with real tinpot effects - but then our friend SMITH is a great man.

"Horsley, Charles Edward", Dictionary of national biography 27 (1891), 382-83

https://archive.org/details/DictionaryOfNationalBiographyVolume27/page/n393/mode/2up (DIGITISED)

https://en.wikisource.org/wiki/Dictionary_of_National_Biography,_1885-1900/Horsley,_Charles_Edward (DIGITISED)

HORSLEY, CHARLES EDWARD (1822-1876), musical composer, son of William Horsley [q. v.], was born in London 16 Dec. 1822 [sic, 1821]. Both his maternal grandfather, Dr. Callcott, and his father were composers. He received his earliest musical training from his father, and, when sufficiently advanced, studied the piano under the guidance of Moscheles. By the advice of Mendelssohn, who during his first visit to England became very intimate with the Horsley family, he was sent to Cassel, where he was under the tuition of Hauptmann. From Cassel he went to Leipzig. There he enjoyed the great advantage of personal instruction from Mendelssohn, and contracted a friendship with the composer Spohr. [383] Horsley wrote, while in Germany, several instrumental works, including a trio for piano, violin, and violoncello, and an overture which was produced at Cassel in 1845. On his return to England he devoted himself to teaching music, and won considerable distinction as a performer on the piano and the organ. Shortly after he settled in London, at the age of twenty-four, he achieved a success with an oratorio, "David;" and again, three years later, with a second oratorio, "Joseph." Both works were written for the Liverpool Philharmonic Society. From 19 Sept. 1853 till June 1857 he was organist of St. John's, Notting Hill. In 1854 he composed an anthem for the consecration of Fairfield Church, and in 1860 produced at the Glasgow musical festival a third oratorio, "Gideon." In 1868 [sic, 1861] he went to Australia, and lived for some time in Melbourne. For the opening of the Town Hall in that city, in 1870, he wrote an ode, "Euterpe," for solos, chorus, and orchestra. A selection from this was performed at the Crystal Palace in March 1876. From Melbourne he proceeded to the United States, and died in New York, 28 Feb. 1876.
Besides the compositions already mentioned, Horsley's writings include: music to "Comus," which was much praised on its production; a song, "The Patriot Flag," and an anthem written while he was in America; and a number of songs, anthems, pianoforte pieces, and sonatas for piano, piano and flute, and piano and violoncello. He edited a "Collection of Glees," by his father, in 1873, and his own "Text-Book of Harmony" was published posthumously in London in 1876. [Grove's Dict, of Music, i. 754; Harper's Weekly Journal, 18 March 1876; information from Mr. J. C. Horsley, R.A.; Vestry Minutes of St. John's, Notting Hill; Cat. of music in Brit. Mus.] - R. F. S.

"Horsley, Charles Edward", British musical biography (1897), 209

http://archive.org/details/britishmusicalbi005704mbp (DIGITISED)

Horsley, Charles Edward, composer and organist, son of William Horsley, was born in London, December 16, 1822 [sic, 1821]. He studied under his father, Moscheles, and at Leipzig under Hauptmann and Mendelssohn. Organist of St John's, Notting Hill, London. He went to Australia in 1868 [sic], and afterwards settled in the United States. He died at New York, May 2, 1876.
WORKS. Oratorios: David, Joseph, Gideon, Glasgow, 1860; Comus, cantata for solo and chorus (Milton), 1874; Impromptu for pf., op. 12,; Trio, No. 2, for pf., viola and cello, op. 13; Sonata for pf. and cello (1844); Quartet for pf. and strings, 1845; six Lieder for voice and pf., op. 21; Anthems, Pf. pieces, various, Songs, part-songs, etc. Text-book of Harmony for schools and students.

Thérèse Radic, "Horsley, Charles Edward (1822-1876) [sic]", Australian dictionary of biography 4 (1972)

http://adb.anu.edu.au/biography/horsley-charles-edward-3800

HORWITZ, Henry (Henry HORWITZ; H. HORWITZ; Mr. HORWITZ)

Musical amateur, amateur musician, violinist, violin player, vocalist, synagogue singer, merchant

Born Prussia (Germany), 1819
Arrived [1] Hobart Town, VDL (TAS), by 1843
Married Sarah PYKE (c. 1830-1888), London, England, 5 June 1850
Arrived [2] Hobart Town, TAS, 15 October 1850 (per Australasia, from London, 28 June)
Died St. Kilda, VIC, 9 February 1899, aged "80/81"

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Henry+Horwitz+1819-1899 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

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

HORWITZ, Hannah (Hannah HORWITZ; Mrs. Sigismund JACOBY)

Musician, pianist

Born Stepney, London, England, 1851 (3rd quarter); daughter of Henry HORWITZ and Sarah PYKE
Arrived Melbourne, VIC, by c. 1856 (with parents)
Married Sigismund JACOBY (c. 1837-1917), Bourke Street Synagogue, Melbourne, VIC, 1869
Died St. Kilda, VIC, 23 August 1935, aged "84"

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Hannah+Horwitz+Jacoby+1851-1935 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-H-5.php#HORWITZ-Hannah (shareable link to this entry)

HORWITZ, Louis (Louis HORWITZ; L. HORWITZ; Mr. HORWITZ)

Musical amateur, amateur musician, violinist, violin player, attorney

Born Melbourne, VIC, 29 April 1858; son of Henry HORWITZ and Sarah PYKE
Married Kate HART (1860-1944), Collingwood, VIC, 14 February 1883
Died San Francisco, CA, USA, 14 April 1919

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Louis+Horwitz+1858-1919 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-H-5.php#HORWITZ-Louis (shareable link to this entry)

Documentation:

[Advertisement], The Courier [Hobart Town, VDL (TAS)] (9 June 1843), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2952593 

LIST of SUBSCRIBERS and CONTRIBUTORS towards the ERECTION of a SYNAGOGUE in Argyle-street, Hobart Town: . . . H. Horwitz - [£] 2 0 0 . . .

"FIRE IN LIVERPOOL-STREET", The Courier (14 March 1849), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2966480 

A destructive fire took place at the corner of Harrington and Liverpool streets, in this city, on Sunday morning last. A person named John Morrison, a decorative painter, was walking in that portion of Liverpool-street about half an hour before one o'clock on Sunday morning, when he saw clouds of smoke issuing from the premises of Messrs. Horwitz, Wolff, and Co., who carried on an establishment in the general drapery line, &c. The alarm was immediately given, and a concourse of people soon collected. The shutters of the shop window were knocked in, the doors burst open, and an entrance effected, when the inside was discovered to be in flames. Mr. Horwitz being in England, Mr. Wolff and another partner slept on the premises . . .

Certificate of arrival, port of Dover, 1849; UK National Archives, HO2/1437-8

https://www.ancestry.com.au/search/collections/1587/records/93038 (PAYWALL)

2nd May 1849 / Henry Horwitz, merchant, native of Germany, with his sister Flora / [from] Belge . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Flora Horwitz (Mrs. Mark Nathan, died Sydney, NSW, 5 July 1898)

"MARRIAGES", Daily News [London, England] (7 June 1850), 8

https://www.britishnewspaperarchive.co.uk/viewer/bl/0000051/18500607/022/0008 (PAYWALL)

HORWITZ - PYKE - June 5, by the Rev. Dr. Adler, Mr. H. Horwitz, of Hobart-town, to Sarah, third daughter of Mr. L. E. Pyke, of Cree Church-lane, Leadenhall-street.

Report of the arrival at the port of Hobart Town of the barque "Australasia", 18 October 1850; Tasmanian names index; NAME_INDEXES:439010; MB2/39/1/12 P347

https://libraries.tas.gov.au/Record/NamesIndex/439010 

https://libraries.tas.gov.au/Digital/MB2-39-1-12/MB2-39-1-12P185 (DIGITISED)

Cabin / Mr. & Mrs. Horwitz . . .

"SHIPPING REPORT . . . DEPARTURES", The Hobart Town Advertiser (18 February 1851), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article264609002 

15 - Barque Colonist, 391 tons, Porritt, for London, cargo general; passengers - Mr. and Mrs. Horwitz . . .

"THE HEBREW CONGREGATION. INAUGURAL ADDRESS OF THE NEW RABBI", The Courier [Hobart, TAS] (9 June 1853), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2247364 

On Sunday, the 5th instant, an imposing ceremony took place here, at the Synagogue, in Argyle-street, on the occasion of the inauguration into office of the Rev. Dr. Herman Hoelzel, who with his lady recently arrived in the Abberton, as Presiding Rabbi of the Jews of the Australian colonies. The edifice, which was fully lighted and specially decorated for that purpose, was densely crowded by the members of the congregation and their families, who has assembled at an early part of the afternoon, two o'clock, to meet their reverend friend and minister. At the commencement of the ceremony, a voluntary, adapted to the occasion, was performed by Mr. J. H. Anderson on the seraphine, who was assisted by an efficient choir from among the members at various periods during the service.
On the arrival of the reverend gentleman at the entrance of the building, the auditory spontaneously rose, and continued standing until he had been conducted, from under a velvet canopy placed there, to his seat by the Warden and Treasurer of the congregation. On entering the sacred edifice, the choir chanted in Hebrew the verses commencing with, "Blessed be he that cometh in the name of the Eternal," followed by the 24th Psalm - after which the usual afternoon's service was read, - and when it was concluded the Presiding Rabbi, from the upper platform near the Ark, delivered an eloquent and impressive Inaugural Address . . . at the end of which [3] a roll of the Pentateuch was taken out of the Ark, and the prayer for the Royal Family impressively read by the reader, by Mr. H. Jones; when it was returned, the Choir chanted the Hebrew verses used on such occasions, succeeded by the 29th Psalm . . . The regular evening service followed in succession, and the whole closed by the Hallelujah in Hebrew being chanted by the whole of the choir, including Messrs. Simeon, Myers, Horwitz, &c, accompanied with instrumental music, as before.

ASSOCIATIONS: Herman Hoelzel (rabbi); James Henri Anderson (musician); Henry Jones (reader); Michael Simeon (singer); Edward Myers (singer); Synagogue music (general)

Index to naturalisation certificates, 1856; Public Record Office Victoria

https://www.ancestry.com.au/search/collections/60711/records/8328 (PAYWALL)

Henry Horwitz / Merchant / Elizabeth St. Melbourne / Age (on date of naturalization) 37 / Native place Prussia / Date of Certificate - [28 February 1856]

"BIRTHS", The Argus [Melbourne, VIC] (4 May 1858), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article7293892 

On the 29th ult., at 193, Elizabeth-street, the wife of Mr. Henry Horwitz, of a son.

"DEATHS", The Argus [Melbourne, VIC] (10 February 1899), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article9511153 

HORWITZ. - On the 9th February, at Shandon, Beaconsfield-parade, St. Kilda, Henry Horwitz, in his 81st year.

"DEATH OF MR. HENRY HORWITZ. AN OLD HAMILTONIAN IDENTITY", Hamilton Spectator [VIC] (16 February 1899), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article225685151 

Another of the old landmarks of the colony has been washed away by the stream of time, and Henry Horwitz has gone to join the long list of those who in a humble way helped to build up the destinies of the land in which he made his home. Born in a small village in Prussia in 1819, he came of a long line of musicians and lawyers, and was himself in his earlier days a fine violinist. Leaving Germany when he was 18 years of age, he made his way to England, and thereafter went to Central America, where he was amongst the pioneers who crossed the Isthmus, taking the route up Lake Nicaragua. He spent some years in California, and afterwards came to Tasmania, where he established himself in business in Hobart. The foregoing only represents a small part of his travels, but it may be mentioned that in his journeyings he sailed around the world by Cape Horn no less than three times. In Hobart he met an old schoolfellow, with whom he joined forces, and carried on a business in that town and Melbourne as Horwitz and Marks, the subject of our sketch carrying on the Melbourne branch of it. In 1869 he removed with his family to Hamilton . . . When Mr. Horwitz came to Hamilton, he and Mr. Sigismund Jacoby, who had before then carried on business in the premises now occupied by Messrs. Miller and Co., entered into partnership, Mr. Jacoby in the same year marrying Miss Horwitz. The business was carried on by them for some years, and shortly after the dissolution of the partnership, Mr. Horwitz in his turn sold out to Mr. E. Fletcher, a former employe and went to reside in Melbourne with Mrs. Horwitz. Mrs. Horwitz died in 1891, and on Thursday last her husband joined her, and was buried in the St. Kilda cemetery by her side on the following day. Of a quiet and unassuming disposition, Mr. Horwitz never took part in public life, except that while resident in Melbourne he was one of the early presidents of the Melbourne Hebrew congregation. When he came to Hamilton there were practically no schools of importance here, and he was one of the first founders of the college and lived to see his grand-children attending it. He saw Hamilton grow from a mere village into a thriving town . . . Peace to his ashes.

"DEATHS", The Jewish News of Northern California [San Francisco, CA, USA] (18 April 1919), 11

https://cdnc.ucr.edu/?a=d&d=JW19190418.2.41 

Horwitz - In this city, April 14th, Louis Horwitz, member of San Francisco Bar Association. Died of pneumonia. A native of England [sic].

HOSE, Henry Judge (Henry Judge HOSE; Rev. H. J. HOSE; Rev. Mr. HOSE)

Musical amateur, member of Sydney Vocal Harmonic Society, Anglican cleric

Born London, England, 24 September 1826; baptised St. Andrew, Holborn, 25 October 1826; son of John Christian HOSE and Sarah Green JUDGE
Married Ann HORNBY (1830-1897), St. Mary at Hill, London, England, 17 December 1850
Arrived Sydney, NSW, 11 December 1856 (per La Hogue, from London, 2 September)
Departed Sydney, NSW, 19 May 1862 (per Light of the Age, for London)
Died Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire, England, 16 June 1883, aged "56/57"

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Documentation:

"SYDNEY VOCAL HARMONIC SOCIETY", The Sydney Morning Herald [NSW] (23 December 1858), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13016482 

A MEETING was held, at the Castlereagh-street Schoolroom, on Tuesday evening, formally to inaugurate the above society. At a previous meeting, which was held about a month since, a committee was appointed to draw up rules and to recommend officers under whose superintendence the society should be conducted. On Tuesday night the proceedings of the provisional committee were ratified, and the Sydney Vocal Harmonie Society was fairly launched into existence. The chair was taken by Mr. Charles Nathan, F.R.C.S., at a few minutes past 8 o'clock, when, after a few remarks as to the labours of the sub-committee in revising the rules, which had been compared with those of the Sacred Harmonic Society of London and the Philharmonic Society of Sydney, he called on Mr. Dyer to read the rules for the approval of the meeting . . .
Mr. SLOPER seconded the appointment of Mr. Nathan as President, and the motion was carried with applause. Mr. Hurford was elected treasurer, Mr. Dyer secretary of the society, and the following gentlemen as committee-men for the year 1859:
Rev. W. Cuthbertson, Messrs. D. Dickson, J. Dyer, M. Fitzpatrick,
Rev. H. J. Hose, Messrs. H. R. Hurford, J. Johnson, R. Johnson, W. J. Johnson,
J. V. Lavers, W. Macdonnell, W. McDonnell, J. Martin,
F. L. S. Merewether, C. Nathan, F. E. Sloper, Rev. G. H. Stanley, Messrs. F. M. Stokes,
J. Waller, Rev. W. H. Walsh, Messrs. W. Wilkins, C. H. Woolcott . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Charles Nathan (member); Joseph Dyer (member); Lewis and Henry Hurford (members); James Johnson (member); William Jonathan Johnson (member); Frederick Evans Sloper (member); Frederick Michael Stokes (member); James Waller (member); William Wilkins (member); Charles Henry Woolcott (member); Castlereagh-street schoolroom (Sydney venue); Sydney Vocal Harmonic Society (association)

"SYDNEY VOCAL HARMONIC SOCIETY", The Sydney Morning Herald (19 January 1860), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13035715 

The first annual meeting of this society was held last night in the Infant Schoolroom, Castlereagh-Street, Dr. Charles Nathan in the chair. On account of the rainy weather the attendance was small. The CHAIRMAN having read the advertisement convening the meeting, called on the Secretary, Mr. Joseph Dyer, who read the following REPORT . . .
Mr. JOSEPH DYER moved the second resolution: that the following gentlemen be the officers of the Society for the ensuing year . . . Committee: . . . Rev. H. J. Hose . . .

"SYDNEY VOCAL HARMONIC SOCIETY", The Sydney Morning Herald (24 January 1861), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13051816 

The second annual meeting of the above society was held yesterday evening, in the Castlereagh-street Schoolroom. Charles Nathan, Esq., president, took the chair. The secretary (Mr. Joseph Dyer) read the following REPORT FOR THE YEAR 1860 . . .
The report and financial statement having been adopted, and ordered to be printed for circulation amongst the members, the following gentlemen were appointed officers of the society for the ensuing year: -
. . . Committee: . . . Rev. H. J. Hose . . .

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (1 April 1862), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article28623099 

SAINT PAUL'S COLLEGE CHAPEL CHORAL UNION.
Sydney, Eve of the Presentation of Christ in the Temple, 1st February, 1862.
To WILLIAM J. JOHNSON, ESQ. -
We, the undersigned, who either are, or have been members of the St. Paul's College Chapel Choral Union beg leave to express our regret that you have withdrawn from us your valuable services as Organist and Choir Master . . .
[signed] Henry J. Hose, M.A., Warden of St. Paul's College and President of the Choral Union . . .
E. Haviland, Librarian, and Secretary to the Choral Union . . .
Seth F. Ward, Joseph Cook, Montagu R. Younger . . . W. Hemming, James Phypers . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: William Jonathan Johnson (musician); Seth Frank Ward (member); Montague Younger (member); William Hemming (member); James Phypers (member); Music in Anglican churches (general)

Published works:

Sermons on the life and ministry of Elijah, five sermons preached in St. Paul's College Chapel, Sydney, on the afternoon of the eighth and succeeding Sundays after Trinity, by the Rev. Henry J. Hose, M.A., Warden (Sydney: Joseph Cook & Co., 1861)

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/21778252 

http://handle.slv.vic.gov.au/10381/243401 (DIGITISED)

. . . To the Members of St. Paul's College Chapel Choral-Union, and the Congregation attending St. Paul's College Chapel . . .

[60] . . . when the signs of mourning in this Chapel mark that another of our brethren has been recalled to his Father in heaven. Already five * of those that have been connected with the little community of Saint Paul's College have, as our hope is, gone home to GOD . . .
* Archdeacon Cowper; Mr. Thomas Whistler Smith; Mr. James Johnson; Mr. George R. Wood; and Mr. Rollings. The three latter were Members of the Chapel Quire.

ASSOCIATIONS: James Johnson (member); George Richard Wood (member; late schoolmaster and parish clerk, Christ Church)

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (28 November 1861), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13069055 

FIVE SERMONS on Elijah, by the Rev. H. J. Hose, St. Paul's College.
Price 2s. 6d , per post 2s. 9d. Published by request of St. Paul's College Choral Union.
JOSEPH COOK and CO., 370, George-street.

HOSIE, Daniel (Daniel HOSIE)

Musician, drummer and bandsman Band of the 73rd Regiment, soldier

Born Airdlie, Lanarkshire, Scotland, 18 July 1792; son of Hugh HOSIE and Margaret ARNOT
Enlisted (73rd Regiment), c. 1806
Arrived with regiment, Sydney, NSW, 28/30 December 1809 / 1 January 1810 (per Dromedary, from Yarmouth, 8 May)
Departed with regiment, Sydney, NSW, 5/6 April 1814 (per General Hewett, for Colombo, Ceylon, 17 August)
Discharged (56th Regiment), London, England, 14 September 1836, aged "43"

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-H-5.php#HOSIE-Daniel (shareable link to this entry)

ASSOCIATIONS: Band of the 73rd Regiment (military)

Documentation:

Births, Glasgow, Lanarkshire, 1792; Scotland, select births and baptisms

https://www.ancestry.com.au/search/collections/60143/records/27222444 (PAYWALL)

18 July 1792 / Daniel son of / Hugh Hosie and Margaret Arnot

Pay-list of the 1st Batt'n Seventy Third Regiment of Foot from 25 September to 24 December 1812; Australian Joint Copying Project, from UK National Archives, WO12/8001

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-1661015808 (DIGITISED)

Drummers and Fifers . . . Hosie Daniel . . .

Pay-list of the 1st Batt'n Seventy Third Regiment of Foot from 25 December 1813 to 24 March 1814; Australian Joint Copying Project, from UK National Archives, WO12/8002

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-1661155681 (DIGITISED)

Drummers and Fifers . . . Hosie Daniel . . .

Payment request, Lachlan Macquarie to bandsman, musicians, 73rd regiment, 10 March 1814; Wentworth family papers, MS A763, 79 (and receipt verso), State Library of New South Wales

https://collection.sl.nsw.gov.au/record/nvgPQRp1/Ew068wxE3JQZK (DIGITISED)

Sydney, 10th March 1814.
Sir, Please to pay the undermentioned seven me belonging to the Band of the 73d Regiment, the sums herein annexed, to their respective names (in lieu of shoes agreed to be given them) in remuneration for their performing Sacred Music at Church on Sundays from 1st Oct'r 1812 to the 31st March 1814; there being 3 pairs of shoes one to each man, viz:
1 Wm. Curtis - Corporal - £ 1. 5. 6
2 Alex'r Goodall - Musician - 1. 5. 6
3 James Learmouth - [Musician] - 1. 5. 6
4 Andrew Inglis - [Musician] - 1. 5. 6
5 Daniel Hosie - [Musician] - 1. 5. 6
6 George Griffin - [Musician] - 1. 5. 6
7 John Mason - [Musician] - 1. 5. 6
[Total] £ 8. 18. 6.
Charging the said amount of £ 8. 18. 6 to the Police Fund.
L. Macquarie.
To D. Wentworth Esq., Treasurer Police Fund

https://collection.sl.nsw.gov.au/record/nvgPQRp1/lBpRekXBpglrJ (DIGITISED)

We the undermentioned persons acknowledge to have had from Mr. Wentworth the different sums [? ? ?] on the other side.
William Curtis
A. Goodall
Jas. Learmouth
Andrew Inglis
Daniel Hosie
George Griffin
John Mason

Report of invalid soldiers examined at Chelsea Hospital, 14 September 1836; UK National Archives, WO28/8/126

https://search.findmypast.co.uk/record?id=GBM%2FWO23%2F8%2F00126 (PAYWALL)

Dan'l Hosie / [age] 43 /
[formerly] Private 73rd Foot / [Corporal] 10 1/12 / Private 2 / East India 4 7/12
[Regiment] 56th [Foot] / [private] 15 5/12 /
[total service] 29 9/12 / [underage] 4 / [total of age] 25 9/12 /
[debility] Chronic dyspnea / [born] Barony Airdrie Lanarks. / [residence] Birr

HOSIER, Frederick (Frederic HOSIER; Frederick HOSIER; Fred. HOSIER; F. HOSIER; Mr. HOSIER)

Musical amateur, amateur musician, vocalist, member St. Mary's Choral Society, printer, compositor, printer's reader

Born Bermondsey, Surrey, c. 1829; baptised St. Mary Magdalene, Bermondsey, 7 August 1831; son of Ira HOSIER and Ann CUNNINGHAM
Arrived Sydney, NSW, by May 1853
Married Sarah Ann ALSTON (d. 1895), St. Mary's cathedral, Sydney, NSW, 11 October 1855
Died Potts Point, NSW, 21 June 1886, aged "57"

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Documentation:

Baptisms solemnized in the parish of Bermondsey, in the county of Surrey, in the year 1831; register 1829-36, page 165; London Metropolitan Archives, P71/MMG/016

https://www.ancestry.com.au/search/collections/1558/records/3575301 (PAYWALL)

No. 1318 / [1831] Aug't 7 / Frederic [son of] / Ira & Ann / Hosier / Crimscott St. / Leather Dresser . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Ira Hosier (1802-1868) and Ann Cunningham (c. 1801-1869) married at St. George, Camberwell, on 29 July 1828

England census, 30 March 1851, Christ Church, Southwark, Surrey; UK National Archives, HO107/1557/223/44

https://www.ancestry.com.au/search/collections/8860/records/614855 (PAYWALL)

4 John St. / Fred'ck Hosier / Head / Unm. / 21 / Printer Compositor / [born] Surrey Bermondsey . . .

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald [NSW] (25 January 1855), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12964791 

ROYAL POLYTECHNIC - OPEN CONCERT, THIS EVENING, January 25th.
A melange of vocal music, consisting of choice pieces from the most classic authors,
in which, to meet the wishes of general satisfaction, the following programme his been selected,
in which Mrs. ST. JOHN ADCOCK and Mr. JOHN HOWSON will take the leading parts, with the other performers.
PART I. Nathan's National Air - Long Live Victoria.
Ballad - My Mountain Home - Mrs. Adcock
Calcott's Glee - Here in Cool Grot.
Song - Mary O'More. Mr. Howson
Calcott Glee - Blow, Warder, blow!
Song - Farewell to the Mountain - Mr. Hosier
Mozart's Quartette - Del tuo stellata soglio.
Song - From La Figlia del Regimento (the Song of the Regiment) - Mrs. Adcock
Martini's Laughing Trio - Va da se Vice di qua
Duo - Come, come to the Willow Fall - Mrs. Adcock and Mr. Howson
Pucitta's Chorus - Viv' Enrico.
(By desire) Ballad - Ben Bolt - Mr. Howson.
The concert will conclude with a brilliant display of chromatropes, and music on the Apollonicon.
Doors open at half-past seven, and commence at eight o'clock.
Admission to the reserved seats 3s., front seats 2s. . . .
J. S. NORRIE, proprietor.

ASSOCIATIONS: Marianne Adcock (vocalist, pianist); John Howson (vocalist, pianist); Isaac Nathan (composer, conductor); James Smith Norrie (proprietor); Royal Polytechnic (Sydney venue); Hosier, a catholic, had probably previously sung under Nathan's direction as a member of the St. Mary's Choral Society (association)

MUSIC: Farewell to the mountain (Barnett)

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (1 March 1855), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12966255 

ROYAL POLYTECHNIC - THIS EVENING.
A MUSICAL MELANGE IN OPERA CONCERT, conducted by Mr. Nathan, consisting of choice pieces from the most celebrated composers.
Among which will be performed the following: -
PROGRAMME. PART I.
Chorus - Chough and Crow, Bishop
Glee - On Jordan's Banks, Nathan
Song - by Mrs. Adcock
Trio - Hope once more, Nathan
Song - When I roved a young Highlander - by Mr. Hosier
Glee - The Red Cross Knight, Callcott
Song- by Mrs. Adcock
Song - The Heart bowed down - by Mr. Hosier
National air - Long live Victoria.
PART 2nd will terminate with local views, shipping - comic scenes, and dazzling chromatropes . . .

MUSIC: When I roved a young highlander (Nathan); The heart bowed down (Balfe)

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (8 March 1855), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12966440 

ROYAL POLYTECHNIC - Opera Concert, THIS EVENING.
Among the selection of vocal music in the melange will be executed the following madrigals, songs, &c., conducted by Mr. Nathan: -
PART I. Madrigal, - Down in the Flowery Vale.
Song, - Down among the Dead Men - Mr. Hosier.
Trio, - Oh, Happy Fair, (Shield).
Song, - They've Welcomed Me Again, (as sung by Madame Sontag) - Mrs. Adcock.
Glee, - The Wild Gazelle, (Nathan).
Song, - The heart bow'd down - Mr. Hosier.
Trio, - Hope Once More, (Nathan).
Song, - The Fairy Tempter, (by Lover).
Quartette and Chorus, - Vivo Enrico (Pucitta).
Glee, - Hark, 'tis the Indian Drum, (Bishop).
Finale, - Long Live Victoria.
Dazzling Chromatropes, and music on the Apollonicon . . .

MUSIC: Down among the dead men (song); see also Down among the dead men (Wikipedia)

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (22 March 1855), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12967012 

GREAT MUSICAL TREAT. - ROYAL POLYTECHNIC -
THIS EVENING, Thursday March 22nd. A VOCAL MELANGE, conducted by Mr. Nathan, which will embrace the following choice selections, performed by a full company of vocalists.
PROGRAMME. Glee - "Here in Cool Grot."
Madrigal - "Now Is the Month of Maying."
Solo - "The Fairy Tempter," Mrs. St. John Adcock.
Glee - "It was a Friar of Orders Grey."
Solo - "Madeline," Mr. Hosier
Glee - "The Red Cross Knight."
Trio - "The Crows in a Cornfield."
Solo - "They've welcomed me again."
Trio - "Via dasi via di qua."
Solo - "Unfurl the Flag," Mr. Hosier.
Glee- "Viv' Enrico."
Finale - "Long Live Victoria."
To conclude with a brilliant display of Chromatropes - the "Marseillaise Hymn," and "the National Anthem."
Doors open at half-post 7, and commence at 8 o'clock.
Admission as usual.

MUSIC: Madoline (Nelson); Unfurl the flag (Blockley)

"THE ROYAL POLYTECHNIC", The Sydney Morning Herald (23 March 1855), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12967074 

Yesterday evening a musical entertainment of a high and interesting character was given at this institution, before a numerous and respectable audience. The selections, which consisted chiefly of glees, and songs belonging to the same class, were executed in a first-rate style, and elicited the unanimous approval of the assemblage. Mrs. St. John Adcock was excelling in voice, and contributed greatly to make the entertainment what it professed to be, namely, a "musical treat." Mr. Hosier was also very successful; although comparatively unknown, he possesses much pretension to vocal power, and bids fair to become a favourite in the concert. In fact, the whole of the company did their duty, and we have no doubt the public will be delighted to patronise a repetition of the evening's harmony.

"MARRIAGE", The Sydney Morning Herald (20 October 1855), 10

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12982625 

On Thursday, the 11th instant, by special licence, at St. Mary's Cathedral, Mr. Frederick Hosier to Miss Sarah Ann Alston, both of London.

"MUSICAL ENTERTAINMENT", Empire [Sydney, NSW] (11 January 1864), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article60581086 

Last Friday evening the choir connected with Holy Trinity Church afforded a most agreeable treat by the performance of several choice pieces of music. The schoolroom, in which the concert took place . . . was comfortably filled with a most fashionable audience, and at 8 o'clock the concert commenced with the "Angels' Song," which was followed by Attwood's "Jubilate," both whioh pieces were moat creditably sung. The remainder of the programme, which was very lengthy, consisted of entirely secular music . . . Solos were interspersed, to give variety, and perhaps were the chief attraction of the evening, the selection being very choice, including "The blind girl to her harp," by Mrs. Sacks; "Through distant lands in grief I roam," by Mr. Hosier (amateur); "Hear me, gentle Maritana," by Mr. Sussmilch . . . Much credit is due to Mr. Bridson, who is the organist of Trinity Church, for the high musical standard to which he has brought his choir . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Florentina Sachs (vocalist); Christian Bernhard Sussmilch (vocalist); Thomas Vicary Bridson (conductor); Holy Trinity Garrison church (Sydney)

New South Wales, blue book for the year 1865 (Sydney: Thomas Richards, 1866), 52

https://books.google.com.au/books?id=Wz81AQAAMAAJ&pg=RA9-PA52 (DIGITISED)

. . . PRINTING, BOOKBINDING, AND POSTAGE STAMPS. -
Government Printer and Inspector of Postage Stamps - Thomas Richards / Superintendent - Charles Potter . . .
Readers - Frederick Hosier / [appointed] 8 Oct., 1861 . . . / [first appointed under colonial government] 4 May, 1853 . . .

"Entertainments . . . CONCERT IN AID OF PYRMONT CATHOLIC CHURCH", Freeman's Journal [Sydney, NSW] (8 June 1867), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article119441230 

This concert, which was announced in our last issue, came off on Wednesday evening. It was a perfect success in every sense of the word. The splendid room of the Masonic Hall was thronged at the appointed time with an audience such as rarely assembles under one roof in Sydney . . . Miss Julia Mathews, with a kindness that should always be remembered, tendered her services . . . G. F. Jackson is no stranger in Sydney, and wherever his voice is to be heard a goodly assemblage of the lovers of music may be reckoned on. He sang, together with Mr. Hosier, Bonfichi's "Beata Nobis Gaudia," and subsequently "Tell me, Mary, how to woo thee" . . . Mr. Cordner was conductor, and the style in which he kept his performers in hand was really admirable, more particularly so when one reflects that they were nearly a hundred in number, that they had no previous practice, and that many of them sang together for the first time that evening . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Julia Mathews (vocalist); George Forbes Jackson (vocalist); William John Cordner (conductor); Masonic Hall (Sydney venue)

"PEOPLE'S CONCERT", The Sydney Morning Herald (1 July 1867), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13146117 

Another of these excellent entertainments was given in the Masonic Hall, on Saturday evening, on which occasion there was not so large an attendance of the general public as usual. The programme comprised several popular ballads, and selections from the best operas. The entertainment commenced some time after the advertised hour with Bishop's beautiful quartette "Blow gentle gales," in which Mdlles. Kellow and James, and Messrs. Hosier and Jackson acquitted themselves to the satisfaction of the audience . . . "Beautiful Venice" was sung by Mr. Hosier with much energy but little taste . . . Mr. Chizlett acted as conductor . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Elizabeth James (vocalist); Charles Chizlett (conductor)

"MUSICAL SOIREE IN HONOR OF HIS GRACE THE ARCHBISHOP", Freeman's Journal (7 September 1867), 9

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article119441904 

On Monday evening a Tea Party and Musical Entertainment were given in the Hall of the School of Arts, Pitt-street, by the Australasian Holy Catholic Guild of St. Mary and St. Joseph, in honor of his Grace the Archbishop . . . The hall was crowded to excess, fully eight hundred persons being present of whom the majority belonged to the fair sex . . . The musical part of the entertainment was provided by St. Mary's Choral Society who were under the able guidance of Mr. Cordner. To this gentleman indeed the Catholics of Sydney owe the perfection and accuracy of their Choral performances . . . Mr. Hosier, (a gentleman amateur) then sang a piece from the opera of Maritana which was received with much applause . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: John Bede Polding (archbishop); St. Mary's Choral Society (association, as re-formed in 1862); Mechanics' School of Arts (Sydney venue)

"CONCERT", The Sydney Morning Herald (22 October 1867), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13156907 

The grand concert given last evening at the Masonic Hall by the Vocal Association, in aid of the Randwick Asylum for Destitute Children, although under the viceregal and other distinguished patronage, was only moderately successful in reference to the benefit derivable by the institution, the hall being only three parts filled. The concert itself, which was a reproduction of Haydn's Oratorio "The Creation," was, as a whole, a very gratifying exhibition of vocal music. The choir was numerous, and had the able assistance of Madame F. Harris, Mrs. Chizlett, and Mr. Waller . . . and equally deserving of mention was the duet "Graceful Consort," by Madame Harris, and Mr. Hosier, The choruses generally were well sung, Mr. Chizlett, the conductor, keeping the numerous choir in good tune. The pianoforte accompaniments were played by Mr. Cordner.

ASSOCIATIONS: Flora Harris (vocalist); James Waller (vocalist)

[Advertisement], Freeman's Journal (2 November 1867), 15

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article119440960 

ST. MARY'S CHORAL SOCIETY.
GRAND COMPLIMENTARY CONCERT to W. J. CORDNER,
in the Hall of the SCHOOL OF ARTS, Pitt-street, on MONDAY, November 4, 1867 . . .
The first part of the programme will include the much admired "Credo," frem MERCADANTE's celebrated Mass;
ROMBERG's "Te Deum;" the "Alma Virgo" of HUMMEL; and the "Benedictus" from MOZART's Requiem.
PROGRAMME. PART I. - (Sacred) . . . Offertorium - "Confirma hoc Deus" - Neukomm - MR. HOSIER, (Amateur) . . .
Conductor - W. J. CORDNER . . .
PHILIP CALLACHOR, Hon. Sec.

"ST. MARY'S CHORAL SOCIETY", Empire (6 November 1867),4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article60846742 

The complimentary concert to Mr. Cordner, on Monday evening, was a complete success, and the music rendered of the highest order. Romberg's "Te Deum," the first selection on the programme, seemed to take the audience by surprise, the frequent applause and acknowledgments of the beauty of the sacred portion of the programme continued throughout. Mr. Hosier (amateur) sang a bass solo, "Confirma hoc Deus," of Neukomm, in a very pleasing manner . . .

"CONCERT", The Sydney Morning Herald (26 December 1867), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13156331 

The members of the Vocal Association, with the assistance of several well known Sydney vocalists, performed Handel's grand Oratorio of the Messiah, at the Masonic Hall, last evening. As might have been expected, from the fact that no other entertainment was given last evening, and from the high esteem in which this oratorio is held by the public generally, the hall was crowded. The overture was played on the pianoforte by Mr. M. Younger, who very efficiently discharged the duties of accompanyist. The choir consisted of upwards of forty voices, who were assisted in the recitatives and airs by Mrs. Cordner, Miss James, Mrs. Chizlett, Mr. Hosier, Mr. J. J. Salier, and Mr. Medcalf . . . Messrs. Hosier, Salier, and Medcalf are justly entitled to some praise for the manner in which they sang the various pieces allotted them. Mr. C. Chizlett conducted.

ASSOCIATIONS: Montague Younger (pianist, accompanist); Ellen Cordner (vocalist); Elizabeth Ann James (vocalist); John Jabez Salier (vocalist); Vocal Association (Sydney association)

"COMPLIMENTARY CONCERT", Empire (3 June 1868), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article60853849 

Last evening the members of the Vocal Association gave their indefatigable and persevering conductor, Mr. C. Chizlett, a complimentary concert, which look place in the Temperance Hall. The entertainment was of a first-class character, and was well worthy of a more numerous audience, which was, we are sorry to say, rather thin. This may, however, be easily accounted for, by the numerous attractions in Sydney at the present time. The first part of the performance comprised some of the choicest selections from Handel's "Solomon." The solos, duets, &c., which were rendered by Mrs. Chizlett, Miss Martin, Mr. Hosier, &c., and the choruses were all performed in a very creditable style. The second (miscellaneous) part of the programme was commenced with "Awake Aeolian Lyre" . . . "The reefer" was then given by Mr. Hosier in a style that could not have failed to convince the audience that that gentleman bids fair, with a little more practice, to become a "star" in the vocal world . . . Mr. M. Younger, in his usual masterly style, performed the duties of accompanyist.

ASSOCIATIONS: Temperance Hall (Sydney venue)

"SCHOOL OF ARTS", Empire (8 August 1868), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article60855977 

Last evening a grand concert was given at the School of Arts, the proceeds of which went to the institution . . . Selections from Handel's oratorio of "Solomon" formed the first portion of the programme. The soli were sung by Mrs. Cordner, Miss James, and Mr. Hosier . . . Mr. Younger was the accompanyist, and Mr. Chizlett conducted, and the concert was a perfect success.

"CHRISTMAS MUSICAL FESTIVAL", The Sydney Morning Herald (26 December 1868), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article28423276 

The Sydney Vocal Association celebrated the festive season by producing Handel's Oratorio "The Messiah," at the Prince of Wales Opera House last evening. The concert, which was under the conductorship of Mr. Chizlett, was one that promised a great treat to the lovers of high class sacred music, as the choir was not only numerous but contained a large number of well-trained singers, and the orchestra led by Mr. Rice was most efficient. The solos, too, were assigned to singers whose proficiency is well known, the contralto parts being by Mrs. Cordner . . . and baritone Mr. Hosier. Mr. Cordner played the pianoforte accompaniments . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Prince of Wales Theatre (Sydney venue)

[Advertisement], Freeman's Journal (15 May 1869), 15

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article115431343 

ST. MARY'S PRO-CATHEDRAL.
GRAND MISCELLANEOUS CONCERT, under the distinguished patronage of HIS GRACE the ARCHBISHOP . . .
On THURSDAY EVENING, May 20th . . .
in aid of a fund towards the purchase of an ORGAN, will be given by the
UNITED CHOIRS of the CATHOLIC CHURCHES . . .
PRINCIPAL VOCALISTS. . . Bassi: - Mr. Hosier and Gentlemen Amateurs of St. Mary's, St. Patrick's, and St. Benedict's . . .
Musical Director - Mr. W. J. CORDNER . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Music in Catholic churches (general)

"GRAND CONCERT IN ST. MARY'S PRO-CATHEDRAL, The Sydney Morning Herald (26 May 1869), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13190272 

A second grand concert was given yesterday evening under the patronage of Archbishop Polding and the Very Rev. the Vicar-General, in the new pro-Cathedral of St. Mary's. The proceeds are to be devoted to the organ and music fund in connection with the church. The evening being fine and cool, the attendance of people was very good, the building being filled almost to inconvenience . . . An aria from Mendelssohn, "Lord God of Abraham," was sung by Mr. F. Hosier, an amateur of St. Mary's choir . . .

"ST. MARY'S CATHEDRAL", Empire (26 May 1869), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article60834987 

A second concert in aid of the organ and music fund of St. Mary's pro Cathedral took place last evening in the new building . . . Mr. Hosier sang Mendelssohn's grand aria, "Lord God of Abraham," with great effect . . .

"TESTIMONIAL TO THE REV. J. M. GARAVEL", Empire (10 August 1869), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article60898787 

Last night a meeting of the congregation of St. Joseph's, Newtown, was held at that church, for the purpose of bidding farewell to the Rev. Father Garavel, prior to his departure for Rome . . . Mr. Hosier, Mr. J. Kean, and Mr. Skinner, amateurs, sang come favourite songs in excellent style . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Joseph Garavel (cleric)

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (13 September 1869), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13186883 

SCHOOL OF ARTS. A GRAND EVENING CONCERT . . .
THIS EVENING, September 13th, the proceeds to be devoted towards the
improvements now in progress in connection with the SACRED HEART CHURCH.
PROGRAMME. - PART I . . . Duet - "Suoni la tromba" (Puritani) - Donizetti - Messrs. F. HOSIER and P. EGAN . . .
PART II . . . Song - "The Old Sexton" - Mr. FRED. HOSIER . . .
Conductor - Mr. W. J. CORDNER . . .

MUSIC: The old sexton (Henry Russell)

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (24 December 1869), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13197687 

ORATORIO, MASONIC HALL . . .
on the EVENING of SATURDAY (Christmas Day) . . .
Mr. HOSIER - "The people that walked in darkness," "Why do the nations," &c.
The most powerful chorus in Sydney will sing all the choruses that are usually sung.
Admission, 1s. . . . C. CHIZLETT, Conductor.

"MUSIC AND DRAMA . . . CONCERT AT THE MASONIC HALL", Sydney Mail (1 January 1870), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article166813259 

The oratorio of "The Messiah" was given at the Masonic Hall on Saturday evening last. There was a large audience present . . . Mr. Hosier's name was down in the programme, but he was unavoidably absent on account of illness . . .

"DEATHS", The Sydney Mail and New South Wales Advertiser (26 June 1886), 1348

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article162810773 

HOSIER. - June 21, at his residence, Victoria-street North, Frederick Hosier, aged 57 years.

"Deaths", The Sydney Morning Herald (5 January 1895), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article14005759 

HOSIER. - January 4, 1895, at her residence, 30 Ross-street, Forest Lodge, Sarah Anne, relict of the late Frederick Hosier, Senior, Parliamentary Reader, Government Printing Office, Sydney, and daughter of the late Thomas Alston, artist, of Victoria, aged 64 years. R.I.P. Country, Victorian, and home papers please copy.

HOSKING, John (John HOSKING; J. HOSKING; Mr. HOSKING)

Alderman, first mayor of Sydney, merchant

Born South Brent, Devon, England, 17 April 1805; baptised, 21 April 1805; son of John HOSKING and Ann Elizabeth MANN
Arrived [1] Sydney, NSW, 29 January 1809
Departed [1] Sydney, NSW, July 1819
Arrived [2] Sydney, NSW, December 1825 (per Sir George Osborne)
Married Martha TERRY, St. James, Sydney, NSW, 16 June 1829
Died Penrith, NSW, 9 September 1882, aged "77/78"

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=John+Hosking+1805-1882 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

http://nla.gov.au/nla.party-1465288 (NLA persistent identifier)

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HOSKING, Martha (Martha Foxlow TERRY; Mrs. John HOSKING; Mrs. HOSKING)

Musical amateur, amateur musician, pianist

Born Sydney, NSW, 31 October 1811; baptised St. Philip, Sydney, 24 November 1811; daughter of Samuel TERRY and Rosetta PRACEY
Married John HOSKING, St. James, Sydney, NSW, 16 June 1829
Died Mount Pleasant, near Penrith, NSW, 30 June 1877, aged "65"

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Documentation:

Register of births, 1773-1828, Wesleyan Metropolitan Registry; UK National Archives, RG 4 / 4677

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/2972/images/40612_B0151992-00172 (PAYWALL)

No. 1322 / John the son of John Hosking of London in the Parish of St. Pancras in the County of Middlesex and of Ann Elizabeth his wife, who was the daughter of William and Elizabeth Mann, was born at South Brent on the [17 April 1805] and . . . baptized [21 April 1805] at South Brent in the County of Devon . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: John Hosking (1774-1855) and Ann Elizabeth Mann (d. 1853)

Baptisms, St. Philip's, Sydney, 1811; Biographical database of Australia (BDA)

https://www.bda-online.org.au/mybda/search/biographical-report/30001165901 (PAYWALL)

24 November 1811 / born 31 October 1811 / Martha Foxlow daughter of / Samuel and Rosetta / Terry

"COURT OF REQUESTS, FRIDAY, OCT. 5. Symons and Annette his wife v. Samuel Terry", The Monitor [Sydney, NSW] (8 October 1827), 7

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article31758983

The plaintiffs had lately been resident in Sydney, but were now on their passage to England. Mrs. Symons, previously to her marriage (which took place in the Colony the latter part of last March) had given a quarter's tuition in musick to Miss Martha Terry, daughter of the defendant. The latter had been repeatedly called on to pay the amount charged (three guineas sterling), and had evaded payment, first, by saying he would settle it when convenient; but finally he denied all knowledge of his daughter's having been a pupil of Mrs. Symons, but acknowledged that he had heard that she had visited Mrs. S. as a young friend, when it was probable they might amuse each other with a tune on the piano; but as to receiving lessons, he knew nothing of it.

The Rev. W. Horton deposed, that he and Mrs. Horton had been intimate with Mrs. Symons, as well before her marriage as subsequently, and had heard somewhere, that Miss Terry was a pupil of Mrs. S. but did not know it of his own knowledge. The Rev. Ralph Mansfield deposed that Mrs. Mansfield and himself had also been intimate with Mrs. Symons previously, as well as subsequently to her marriage. Mrs. Mansfield one day expressed her gratification to him, Mr. M., that Miss Terry was added to the number of her, Miss Spencer's, (now Mrs. Symons) pupils; but he did not know of his own knowledge that the young lady had been a pupil of Miss Spencer, except from Miss S. herself, at the time. On being asked the nature of the conversation he had had with Miss S. on this subject, Mr. Terry, the defendant, objected to such a question being put. The attorney for Mr. Symons observed to the Commissioner, the ungracious part Mr. Terry was acting. Although his daughter had been regularly subpaened to appear that morning, Mr. Terry would not allow her to come, knowing, as he did, that the plaintiffs could only, by her evidence, prove their case with that distinctness which was desirable. What species of labour was more deserving the consideration of that Court, than the teaching of accomplishments by females, situated, as Miss Spencer had been, whose support in a strange country depended on the honour of her pupils, or of their parents, in paying her her just demands? He, therefore, trusted the Court would give a latitude to his questions to witnesses in this case, seeing it was not possible Miss Spencer could have foreseen that so wealthy a man as Mr. Terry would refuse to pay three guineas for the instruction of his only daughter. For, if Miss Spencer had really repeatedly explained to her friends, at the time, such as the two Reverend Gentlemen and their ladies, that she now numbered Miss Terry among her pupils, such testimony, under the circumstances of Mr. Terry refusing that his daughter should obey the authority of that Court, ought, in his opinion, to be received by that Court, as a Court of Conscience. The Commissioner agreed, at all events, that the question should be put, but he would put it himself, Mr. Mansfield then distinctly proved, that Miss Terry had been a pupil of Miss Spencer, and afterwards of Mrs. Symons, according to the testimony of the latter, made to him at the time she was teaching Miss Terry, (viz. from March 5 to June 5 of the present year).

Mr. Terry then cross-examined Mr. Mansfield at some length, and elicited the following particulars. That after Miss Spencer left the family with whom she had come out from England in the capacity of governess, he, Mr. T. had had some conversation with Mr. Mansfield, as to some reports which affected the character of Miss Spencer. And that Mr. and Mrs. Mansfield being present, at dinner on the day Miss Spencer was married, and seeing Miss Terry then, he, Mr. Mansfield, had concluded that Mr. Terry was by that time quite satisfied as to the correctness of Miss Spencer's conduct. (The Commissioner here remarked, that they were not trying the moral character of either the plaintiffs or the defendant, though, with regard to that of one of the plaintiffs, Miss Spencer, now Mrs. Symons, the circumstance of her having been visited all along, as well before as after her marriage, by Mrs. Mansfield, was quite sufficient to satisfy his mind as to her character.)

On his being further cross-examined by the defendant, Mr. Mansfield was of opinion that Miss Spencer, she being, in his opinion, inclined to benevolence, would teach the daughter of a person in decayed circumstances without charge, even though she were herself, at the time, in a sickly state of health. Miss Charlotte Hall deposed to her having been a pupil of Miss Spencer, and subsequently of Mrs. Symons; but that she received her tuition in a morning, whereas Miss Terry attended to receive her lessons in an evening. But it so happened that, at two several times, Miss Terry casually mentioned to the witness, that she was taking lessons on the piano of Miss Spencer.

Mr. Terry, in his defence, called on Mrs. Smith. (This person is the wife of a respectable shop-keeper in Pitt-street, who is one of the deacons of the church under the charge of the Rev. R. Mansfield and W. Horton.) Mrs. S. deposed, that previously to Miss Spencer's marriage she had lodged in her house. Witness was present when Miss Terry first called and conversed with Miss Spencer about her terms for teaching the pianoforte. Miss Terry called for the next two months in an evening, and went up stairs to Miss Spencer; but whether to drink tea, or to practise music, witness could not positively swear. Used to hear the instrument being played upon. Never saw Miss Terry go upstairs more than six or seven times, but as witness was often employed in the back part of the premises, Miss Terry might have called and gone up stairs a great many time more than six or seven, without witness seeing her. (No more witnesses were called.)

The defendant addressed the Court in explanation. He said, his daughter had taken instructions in music from Miss Spencer, and afterwards, when she became Mrs. Symons, without his knowledge. He admitted he had heard of her going to Mrs. Symon's lodgings, but he understood it was in the way of a friendly call. His daughter being a minor, was not competent to make such engagements as the one on which the action was founded and consequently he was not liable to judgment. (Being reminded by the plaintiff's attorney that Miss Terry could have given better evidence on such points than himself, if she had made her appearance.) Mr. Terry went on to say, that he would not allow his daughter to come into that Court on such a paltry occasion; and that, in his opinion, Mr. Hall ought to be ashamed of himself for permitting Miss H. to attend there, and give evidence as she had done. If Mr. S. had wanted three guineas, or even five guineas, he would chearfully have given it him; and that he was sure the plaintiffs had received from him aforetime, that which was equivalent to several fives: but he would resist a demand of this sort, when set up as a legal claim. (The attorney for the plaintiffs begged the defendant to desist from such insinuations; for that although he admitted Miss Spencer had not been rich, and could not afford to give the daughters of wealthy men tuition and tea parties all for nothing, her husband, Mr. Symons, was a gentleman of property, and needed not, nor would accept any gifts from Mr. Terry.) The Commissioner summed up in few words. He was satisfied in his own mind Miss Terry had been instructed by Miss Spencer, and therefore should give judgment for the plaintiffs. Damages £3 3s. sterling, and costs.

ASSOCIATIONS: Annette Symons (pianoforte teacher); Ralph Mansfield (Wesleyan clergyman, witness); William Horton (Wesleyan clergyman, witness); Charlotte Hall (pupil) daughter of Edward Smith Hall (editor of the Monitor)

"MARRIED", The Sydney Gazette and New South Wales Advertiser (18 June 1829), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2192688 

MARRIED, On Tuesday last, at St. James's Church, by the Rev. RICHARD HILL, JOHN HOSKING, Esq., son of JOHN HOSKING, Esq. of London, and formerly of this colony, to MARTHA, youngest daughter of SAMUEL TERRY, Esq.
Immediately after the ceremony, the happy pair drove off to Box Hill, one of the numerous beautiful estates of the opulent parent.

"DEATHS", The Sydney Morning Herald (2 July 1877), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article28398295 

HOSKING. - June 30, at her residence, Mount Pleasant, near Penrith, Martha Foxlowe, the beloved wife of John Hosking, Esq., aged 65

"OBITUARY . . . MR. JOHN HOSKING", The Sydney Morning Herald (22 September 1882), 10

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article28377215 

Among the deaths during the month is that of Mr. John Hosking, aged 78 years, which took place at Penrith on the 9th instant. Forty years ago Mr. Hosking occupied a very prominent position, for he was then Mayor of Sydney and a member of the mercantile firm of Hughes and Hosking, which at one time was doing perhaps the largest business in the colony. The late Mr. John Hosking was the youngest of three brothers, who, with their father - Mr. William Hosking [sic, John] - arrived in this colony during the early administration of Governor Macquarie. The father (with his three sons, William, Peter Mann, and John) came from the west of England to this colony to fulfil a Government appointment, and afterwards returned to England with his family to have them properly educated. Two of the sons - Peter Mann and John - after receiving a sound English education, returned to this colony . . . Mr. John Hosking went into business as a merchant and married a daughter of the late Mr. Samuel Terry of Pitt-street . . .

Musical dedications:

The Sydney Corporation Quadrilles (1842)

The Sydney Corporation quadrilles, dedicated by permission to Mrs. John Hosking, composed by Fredrick Ellard (Sydney: Published by F[rancis] Ellard, [1842])

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/18822147 

http://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-165404774 (DIGITISED)

ASSOCIATIONS: Frederick Ellard (composer); Francis Ellard (publisher)

[W. A. Duncan], "NEW PUBLICATIONS", Australasian Chronicle (17 December 1842), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article31738259

The Sydney Corporation Quadrilles. Dedicated to the Mayoress. By F. Ellard.

No great originality or depth of science is looked for in the composition of quadrilles, for the reason, we presume, that few, if any, real masters have ever condescended to devote their time to such trifles. Any combination and division of sounds which may give the time and enliven the steps of the party is considered, and perhaps justly, sufficient. In this view the "Corporation Quadrilles" will, we doubt not, serve their object, and give an additional interest to the Mayoress's Ball . . .

Australia, the wide and the free (1842-43)

Australia the wide and the free! a national song, written by W. A. Duncan, esq're, as sung at the great civic dinner, December 21st 1842, composed and respectfully inscribed to the Right Worshipful John Hosking, mayor of Sydney, by I. Nathan (Sydney: Published by the composer, [1842])

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/16495344

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-165977791 (DIGITISED)

ASSOCIATIONS: William Augustine Duncan (lyricist); Isaac Nathan (composer)

[W. A. Duncan], "THE MAYOR'S DINNER", Australasian Chronicle (22 December 1842), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article31738318 

Yesterday evening the Right Worshipful the Mayor, John Hosking, Esq., gave a splendid dinner in the saloon of the Royal Hotel . . . The band of the 80th regiment was in attendance, and played, several appropriate pieces during dinner. The company, consisting of 349 gentlemen sat down to dinner about eight o'clock, the band playing "The Roast Beef of Old England." Amongst the gentlemen present we observed his excellency the Governor in his vice-regal uniform . . .

. . . a number of appropriate toasts were drunk and several songs were sung, among the rest the following new song, composed expressly for the occasion, on the city and corporation of Sydney, was sung by Mr. Nathan, and received with very great applause -

A song for Australia, the wide and the free . . . [gives full text]

The Aboriginal father (18430

The Aboriginal father, a native song of the Maneroo Tribe . . . versified from the original words . . . by Mrs. E. H. Dunlop, the melody, as sung by the Aborigines, put into rhythm & harmonized with appropriate Symphonies & accompaniments, respectfully inscribed to the lady mayoress, by I. Nathan (Sydney: [I. Nathan], [1843])

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/16497064

http://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-165998456 (DIGITISED)

ASSOCIATIONS: Eliza Hamilton Dunlop (lyrics for singing); Ngarigu traditional (original words and melody); Isaac Nathan (arranger)

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (21 January 1843), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12417181 

THIS DAY is published for the composer, Elizabeth-street South,
THE ABORIGINAL FATHER, A NATIVE MELODY; Inscribed to the MAYORESS.
Poetess, Mrs, Dunlop. Composer, J. Nathan.
ALSO, AUSTRALIA the WIDE and the FREE, A NATIONAL MELODY; Inscribed to JOHN HOSKINS, Esq., the Right Worshipful Mayor of Sydney.
Poet. W.A. Duncan, Esq. Composer, J. Nathan.

Bibliography and resources:

Vivienne Parsons, "Hosking, John . . .", Australian dictionary of biography 1 (1966)

https://adb.anu.edu.au/biography/hosking-john-2200 

Graeme Skinner (University of Sydney), "Eliza Hamilton Dunlop, Irish and colonial melodist: her songs for music and collaborations with Isaac Nathan", in Anna Johnston and Elizabeth Webby (eds), Eliza Hamilton Dunlop: writing from the colonial frontier (Sydney: Sydney University Press, 2021), (121-58), 152-53

https://dx.doi.org/10.30722/sup.9781743327487 (print and ebook)

ONSITE PDF (DOWNLOAD)

. . . Nathan released the lithographed sheet music of "The Aboriginal Father" in January 1843. He dedicated it to Martha Hosking, wife of the first Mayor of Sydney, making it a pair of another sort with the previous number of the series, "Australia the Wide and the Free", dedicated to her husband John, on the occasion of his election as first Mayor of Sydney. Nathan himself had sung John's song (to Duncan's words) at the inaugural mayoral dinner, on 21 December. However, there does not appear to have been any public performance of Martha's song, and there is no record of its private reception, even by its dedicatee. Victims of the colonial financial crisis of the 1840s, the Hoskings withdrew from public life in mid-1843, and thereafter also largely from public record . . .

John Hosking (1805-1882), Sydney's Alderman, City of Sydney

http://www.sydneyaldermen.com.au/alderman/john-hosking 

HOSKINS, Mary Sarah (Mary Sarah HOSKINS; Miss HOSKINS)

Amateur vocalist

Born England, c. 1838; daughter of Joseph Thomas HOSKINS (1806-1859) and Anne CLEMENTS (1809-1851)
Arrived Melbourne, VIC, by late 1850s
Died Windsor, VIC, 13/14 April 1886, aged "47/48"

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Documentation:

"DEATHS", Leader [Melbourne, VIC] (17 April 1886), 42

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article198050399 

HOSKINS. - On the 14th April, at her late residence, Aldine Villa, Peel-street, Windsor, Mary S. Hoskins, of apoplexy, late member of Philharmonic Society.

ASSOCIATIONS: Melbourne Philharmonic Society (association)

HOSKINS, William (William HOSKINS; Mr. W. HOSKINS; Mr. HOSKINS)

Actor, comedian, theatrical manager, teacher of acting and elocution

Born Newton-Solney, Derbyshire (Burton on Trent), England, 17 February 1816; baptised Newton-Solney, 18 February 1816; son of Abraham HOSKINS and Jane SMITH
Married [1] Julia Susannah WALLACK ("Miss Julia HARLAND"), St. Margaret next Rochester, Kent, England, 3 September 1842
Arrived Melbourne, VIC, 27 June 1856 (per James Baines, from Liverpool, England, 6 April)
Arrived Sydney, NSW, 30 June 1856 (per London, from Melbourne, 28 June)
Married [2] Florence Mary RICE ("Miss Florence COLVILLE") (c. 1847-1881), St. John the Baptist, Christchurch, NZ, 27 January 1874
Married [3] Maud Anna BOWMAN ("Miss Maud DOUGLAS") (1855-1938), NZ, 4 December 1881
Died Fitzroy, VIC, 28 September 1886, aged "70/71"

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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/William_Hoskins_(actor) (Wikipedia)

https://www.ausstage.edu.au/pages/contributor/245815 (AusStage)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-H-5.php#HOSKINS-William (shareable link to this entry)

ASSOCIATIONS: Julia Harland (wife, musician, vocalist, actor, performing and business partner); Henry John Wallack (actor, father-in-law); Horatio Huntly Hoskins (1820-1876, solicitor, theatrical amateur, younger brother)

William Hoskins, 1850 (detail); from "Miss Glyn and Mr. Hoskins as Isabella and Lucio", in Measure for measure; in Drawing room table book (London: John Tallis, 1851)

https://www.britishmuseum.org/collection/object/P_1870-0709-896 (DIGITISED)

"SADLER'S WELLS THEATRE", Sun [London, England] (21 October 1850), 3

https://www.britishnewspaperarchive.co.uk/viewer/bl/0002194/18501021/031/0003 (PAYWALL)

Measure for Measure has been revived here for the purpose of introducing Miss Glyn as Isabella . . . Mr. Hoskins, who plays the young pedant, is one of the most useful performers of the establishment. Here his quiet assumption of gravity is highly ludicrous, but generally his line is the rapid and eccentric, to which he always gives effect by his unceasing flow of spirits. As a Shaksperian fop he is also valuable, and of his talent in this way his Lucio in Measure for Measure is a good specimen.

Documentation:

Baptisms, Newton Solney, Derbyshire, 1816; Derbyshire Births And Baptisms

https://www.findmypast.com.au/transcript?id=R_22561873943 (PAYWALL)

18 February 1816 / William son of / Abraham and Jane / Hoskins

ASSOCIATIONS: Abraham Hoskins (1759-1842) and Jane Smith (d. 1858) married about 1806

"WORTHING", Brighton Gazette [Sussex, England] (10 August 1837), 3

https://www.britishnewspaperarchive.co.uk/viewer/bl/0000938/18370810/036/0003 (PAYWALL)

Our theatre has been taken by a Mr. Hoskins; the doors are "to be opened" and performances are to commence on Saturday evening, under the management of Mr. Robson, whose acting the Worthing and Shoreham people witnessed last season . . .

See "A VETERAN ACTOR", Evening Star [Dunedin, NZ] (15 July 1878), 2

https://paperspast.natlib.govt.nz/newspapers/ESD18780715.2.18 

On the 13th of next month Mr. William Hoskins will have attained his 41st "stage" birthday . . . The "Sun" gives a short sketch of the "veteran's' eventful career, from which we learn that Mr. Hoskins commenced his theatrical career at Worthing, in Sussex, on August 13, 1837, playing as Hamlet. A year later, at Wisbeach, he made the acquaintance of Mr. J. P. Hydes, his present stage-manager, who was then a boy in business in his native town. Mr. Hoskins's first appearance was made in London on October 19, 1843, as Charles Courtly . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: John Proctor Hydes (actor)

"WORTHING . . . [FROM ANOTHER CORRESPONDENT]", Brighton Gazette (17 August 1837), 3

https://www.britishnewspaperarchive.co.uk/viewer/bl/0000938/18370817/050/0003 (PAYWALL)

In pursuance of the bills of the day, our only place of public amusement - the Theatre - opened its doors Saturday last [12 August]. The interior presents a fresh and very comfortable appearance; having, during the recess, been re-decorated and painted in nearly every part, including some excellent scenery . . . After an attempt sing the national anthem, the performances commenced with Dimond's Foundling of the Forest, the part of the heartbroken De Valmont was sustained by Mr. Robson, the stage and acting manager, whose endeavours, we fear, will be considered insufficient substitute for the admirable acting of Phelps . . . Mr. Fitzjames, who possesses requisite qualities to make good actor, was an excellent Florian; but the best supported part was that of Bertrand by Mr. Jones . . . Mr. Thomas has evidently been under drill since last season. Mr. Munyard is a young actor, and his L'Eclair kept the audience in a continued state of laughter; the Gaspard of Mr. Bradford was well played and duly appreciated . . . The play was followed by the farce of the Spoiled Child . . .

"THEATRE", Norfolk Chronicle [Norwich, England] (5 February 1842), 2

https://www.britishnewspaperarchive.co.uk/viewer/bl/0000244/18420205/004/0002 (PAYWALL)

From the commencement of the present season, a gentleman named Charles Dibdin Pitt, announced as from the Glasgow and Edinburgh Theatres has, under a temporary engagement, been playing on these boards . . . On Wednesday, Mr. Pitt performed Sir Edward Mortimer, in "the Iron Chest" . . . And Miss Julia Wallack as Barbara gave very great satisfaction. This young lady sang a song incidental to the piece with great simplicity and sweetness. Her voice is of agreeable tone, and of no ordinary compass, in the upper notes. An interlude followed under the quizzical name of "But, However," in which Mr. Hoskins performed Caleb Chizzler, the hero of "the cross-barred ineffables." - Miss Fanny Wallack, sister to Julia, appeared as the Julia of the burlesque, and was deservedly applauded. "The Crown Prince" crowned the night's entertainment, and as before provoked shouts of laughter. Mr. Hoskins is capital in the mock prince.

Marriages, St. Margaret next Rochester, Kent, 1842; England, select marriages

https://www.ancestry.com.au/discoveryui-content/view/944390:9852 (PAYWALL)

3 September 1842 / William Hoskins / son of Abraham Hoskins / and Julia Susannah Wallack / daughter of Henry John Wallack

"MARRIAGES", Kentish Gazette [Canterbury, England] (13 September 1842), 3

https://www.britishnewspaperarchive.co.uk/viewer/bl/0000235/18420913/040/0003 (PAYWALL)

Sept. 3, at Rochester, Mr. W. Hoskins, to Julia, daughter of Mr. H. Wallack, manager of the Kent theatres.

"MARRIAGES", Cambridge Independent Press (17 September 1842), 3

https://www.britishnewspaperarchive.co.uk/viewer/bl/0000418/18420917/047/0003 (PAYWALL)

On the 3rd inst., at Rochester, William, third son of the late Abraham Hoskins, Esq., of Wood Villa, to Julia Susannah, eldest daughter of Henry John Wallack, Esq., of the Theatre Royal, Haymarket.

[News], The Era [London, England] (6 August 1843), 6

https://www.britishnewspaperarchive.co.uk/viewer/bl/0000053/18430806/009/0006 (PAYWALL)

Mr. Hoskins, of the Norwich Theatre will be attached to the Theatre Royal Covent-garden on its opening. He is the son-in-law of Mr. H. Wallack, and has been one of the principal instigators of that gentleman becoming the lessee.

[Advertisement], Morning Advertiser [London, England] (30 October 1846), 2

https://www.britishnewspaperarchive.co.uk/viewer/bl/0001427/18461030/026/0002 (PAYWALL)

THEATRE ROYAL, SADLER'S WELLS. Under the Management of Mr. Phelps.
THIS EVENING, Oct. 30, the performances will commence with ISABELLA; or, The Fatal Marriage . . . Villeroy, Mr. Hoskins . . .
After which, LOAN OF A LOVER . . . Gertrude, Miss Julia Wallack . . .

England census, 30 March 1851, Clerkenwell, Middlesex; UK National Archives, HO107/1519/202/4

https://www.ancestry.com.au/search/collections/8860/records/2803659 (PAYWALL)

63 St. John St. Road / William Hoskins / Head / Mar. / 35 / Comedian / [born] Derbyshire Newton Solney
Julia Susanna [Hoskins] / Wife / Mar. / 30 / Singer and Actress / [born] America Washington . . .

"MR. HOSKINS'S SHAKSPEARIAN ENTERTAINMENT", Morning Advertiser [London] (23 March 1853), 6

https://www.britishnewspaperarchive.co.uk/viewer/bl/0001427/18530323/090/0006 (PAYWALL)

What may termed chamber entertainments seem to be daily gaining increasing favour in public estimation, and there are many reasons why they should, were there the time to descant upon them. Last night Mr. Hoskins added novel one to the many before the town, and produced at Sadler's Wells Theatre what he terms "Leaves from the Life, and Lays from the Lyre of William Shakspeare." It consists of two parts, the first on "the Ballad Literature of Shakspeare," which, besides being illustrated by the lecturer in a few brief and clever sentences, is vocalised by a small band of singers, consisting of Miss Julia Harland, Miss Brunton, Miss Fanny Beaumont, Messrs. Sharpe, Price, and Beale, the whole being conducted by Mr. Linly Norman. They performed a dozen of the most noted of the ballads which are interspersed in the plays. Miss Harland is by much the foremost singer of this little company, and sang "When daisies pied," "Come unto this Yellow Sand," and "Where the Bee Sucks," with great effect and feeling, and elicited on every occasion an encore . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Linly Norman (pianist, conductor)

"GLOUCESTER - Theatre Royal", The Era (23 March 1856), 11

https://www.britishnewspaperarchive.co.uk/viewer/bl/0000053/18560323/033/0011 (PAYWALL)

Mr. Hoskins, the well-known comedian, gave a very clever entertainment last Monday . . . He was assisted in the musical portion by Miss Harland, Miss Maria Stanley, and Mr. Linly Norman. Miss Harland, who is a favourite here, was most cordially received, and encored in several of the Shaksperian songs; and Mr. Norman displayed his talent as a pianist by playing Thalberg's arrangement from Mose en Egitto . . .

"GLOUCESTER (From our own Correspondent)", The musical world [London, England] (29 March 1856), 197

http://books.google.com.au/books?id=_pkPAAAAYAAJ&pg=PA197 (DIGITISED)

An entertainment called Leaves from the Life and Lays from the Lyre of William Shakespere was given here last Monday by Mr. Hoskins, a comedian, well known in London. He was assisted by Miss Harland, Miss Maria Stanley, and Mr. Linly Norman. The first lady was encored in several songs; and the entertainment was very successful.

"THEATRICAL ARTISTES FOR AUSTRALIA", The morning herald [London, England] (8 April 1856), 5

https://www.britishnewspaperarchive.co.uk/viewer/bl/0002408/18560408/025/0005 (PAYWALL)

Mr. J. H. Wilton has engaged a corps of theatrical artistes, who were to take their departure for Australia in the ship James Baines, announced to sail yesterday morning from Liverpool for Melbourne. They have been engaged for the Theatre Royal, Melbourne, and will be accompanied by Mr. Black, the lessee and builder of that establishment, and by Mr. W. N. Lyons, Mr. Wilton's locum tenens. The artistes already engaged by Mr. Wilton are Miss Fitzpatrick, Miss Julia Harland, Mr. Hoskins, Mr. Farquharson, Mr. Sherwin, and Mr. Linley Norman, Mddle. d'Antoine, and Mons. Martin. Mr. Wilton is also in treaty for an Australian trip, with Mr. Anderson, Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Wallack, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Dillon, and Miss Cushman, Mr. Charles Matthews having for the present declined Mr. Wilton's offer, on the score of the ill-health of his wife (Madame Vestris.)

ASSOCIATIONS: John Hall Wilton (manager); John Melton Black (proprietor); Walter Sherwin (vocalist); Robert Farquharson (vocalist); Theatre Royal (Melbourne venue);
see also "MORE ACTORS FOR AUSTRALIA", The Age [Melbourne, VIC] (26 June 1856), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article154861633 

Melbourne, VIC (from 27 June 1856):

Names and descriptions of passengers per James Baines, from Liverpool, 5 April 1856, for Melbourne, 27 June 1856; Public Record Office Victoria

https://prov.vic.gov.au/archive/3AFF8885-F96C-11E9-AE98-4994E0429BCA?image=136 (DIGITISED)

Chief Cabin Passengers . . . Mr. Black // . . . Mr. Norman // Mr. Sherwin // Mr. Hopkins [sic] // Mrs. Hopkins // Mr. Farquharson . . .

"THEATRICAL", The Argus [Melbourne, VIC] (27 June 1856), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article7132148 

By the James Baines the following members of the musical and theatrical professions have arrived: - Miss Julia Harland, soprano; Mr. Walter Sherwin, tenor; and Mr. Robert Farquharson, bass. Mr. Linley Inman [sic] has accompanied these artistes as musical director and conductor, and they bring with them a repertory of thirty operas, with dresses and personal appointments complete. Mr. Hoskins, a light comedian of ability, formerly attached to the Sadler's Wells Theatre, also forms part of the troupe, and will proceed forthwith to Sydney, where they are under engagement for the present.

"SHIPPING INTELLIGENCE. ARRIVED" and "THE R.M.S. JAMES BAINES", The Age [Melbourne, VIC] (28 June 1856), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article154866486 

June 27 - James Baines, R.M, ship, 2315 tons, C. McDonald, from Liverpool 6th April . . . Mr. and Mrs. Hopkins [sic] . . . Mr. and Mrs. Farquharson . . . Sherwin, Norman, Black . . .

Names and descriptions of passengers per London, from Melbourne, 28 June 1856, for Sydney; Public Record Office Victoria

https://prov.vic.gov.au/archive/236BA708-F7F0-11E9-AE98-47409E2B6F16?image=179 (DIGITISED)

. . . Mrs. Harland / 30 [sic] // . . . Mrs. Farquharson / 23 //
Mr. L. Norman / 40 // Mr. Sherrton [sic] / 48 //
Mr. Hoskins / 33 / & 2 children 4 / 3 [sic] . . .

Sydney and Maitland, NSW (30 June to 22 August 1856):

"SHIPPING INTELLIGENCE. ARRIVAL", Empire [Sydney, NSW] (1 July 1856), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article60250006 

June 30. - London, steamer, 700 tons, Captain Watts, from Melbourne 28th Instant - Passengers - . . . Miss J. Harland, Mr. and Mrs. Farquharson, and 2 children . . . L. Norman, Hoskins, Sherwin . . . and 55 in the steerage.

"CLEARANCES", Empire (25 August 1856), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article64975164 

August 22. - Wonga Wonga, steamer, 800 tons, Captain Gilmore, for Melbourne. Passengers - Messrs. J. Block, W. Sherwin, W. Hoskins, L. Norman . . . Mr. and Mrs. Farquharson and 2 children . . .

Melbourne, VIC (from August 1856):

"OUR LYCEUM. ENGLISH OPERA", The Argus (1 September 1856), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article7135802 

The Queen's Theatre, re-baptized under the title of "Our Lyceum," opens this evening with an English operatic troupe, under the management of Mr. John Black. The opera selected for the occasion is the "Bride of Lammermoor," and it will be the first time Donizetti's celebrated work has been presented in an English dress to a Victorian audience. Having had the advantage of witnessing a rehearsal we are enabled to give as an opinion that success will be found to be merited by the new arrivals, and we therefore look to see it achieved. Miss Julia Harland, the prima donna, is a daughter of Mr. Henry Wallack, well known to the British and American boards. From the slight opportunity we have had of judging of her professional qualities we are inclined to augur for her a flattering success . . . The orchestra and chorus have been judiciously selected. The former is under the direction of Mr. Linley Norman, with Strebinger for leader . . . Mr. Hoskins, an admirable light comedian, who will be well remembered by the ci-divant patrons of Messrs. Phelps and Greenwood, also makes his debut this evening as Colonel Jack Delaware, a Yankee "patter" part, in the farce of "A Fast Train" . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Frederick Strebinger (violin, leader); Lyceum Theatre (Melbourne venue)

Ballarat, VIC (from late 1858 to c. mid 1864):

"THE THEATRE ROYAL", The Star [Ballarat, VIC] (2 November 1858), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article66050926 

We understand the paragraph which appeared in our column a few days since, relative to Mr. Hoskins having taken this fine theatre, was in a meassure incorrect, Mr. Hoskins having simply been engaged by the committee as manager, in which capacity we have not the slightest doubt he will cater for the public to the best of his well known ability. We also learn that among the talented artistes engaged for the opening season, Miss Julia Harland will appear in a new line - high comedy: We confess we feel some curiosity to witness this lady in her new walk.

ASSOCIATIONS: Theatre Royal (Ballarat venue)

"THE NEWS OF THE DAY", The Age [Melbourne, VIC] (25 January 1860), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article154880721 

. . . Mr. Hoskins opened the Theatre Royal, Ballaarat, on Monday, in the capacity of manager and sole lessee. Mr. and Mrs. Frederick Younge are of the company, with, of course, Miss Julia Harland. Mr. Hoskins appears to be deservedly popular on Ballaarat.

ASSOCIATIONS: Frederick and Emma Jane Younge (actors)

"NEWS AND NOTES", The Star (8 January 1861), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article66336718 

Mr. H. J. Wallack, the well-known English actor, and former manager of the Princess' Theatre, London, arrived in this colony on Thursday last by the Black Swan. He will appear on Ballarat, at the Theatre Royal, on Friday next, when the performance will be for the benefit of Mr. Hoskins, who is about to give up his connection with that theatre.

ASSOCIATIONS: Henry John Wallack (actor, Harland's father)

"SUMMARY FOR EUROPE . . . SOCIAL", The Star (24 March 1862), 2 supplement

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article66332299 

. . . In matters theatrical and musical, we have to report the reign of Mr. William Hoskins as actual lessee and stage manager, who with the aid of Miss Julia Harland, Miss Mortimer, Miss Taburney, Mr. Henry Edwards, and a corps de ballet, are doing their best to draw good houses and succeeding at the Theatre Royal. The dramatic season re-opened on Monday, the 3rd inst., and novelties of the first class have been produced, Gerald Griffin's "Gisippus," "The Game of Speculation," "The Black Sheep," and now Talfourd's fairy burlesque extravaganza "King Thrushbeard" . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Margaret Mortimer (Mrs. Newman, actor); Ellen Taburney (actor); Henry Edwards (actor)

"THE ROYAL MARRIAGE REJOICINGS", The Star (23 May 1863), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article72557198 

The news of the marriage of His Royal Highness the Prince of Wales and the Princess Alexandra of Denmark reached us in Ballarat by telegraph at a late hour on the night of Sunday the 10th instant, the Northam, with the March mails having cast anchor in Hobson's Bay at five o'clock that evening. The pleasing intelligence was of course made known through these colonies at an early hour Monday morning. In consequence, some quiet but effective demonstrations of joy were indulged in by several of our townsmen . . . In Errard street - Mr. William Hoskins, lessee of the Theatre Royal, had his residence brilliantly lighted up . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Marriage of Edward, prince of Wales, and Alexandra of Denmark (married 10 March 1863)

After 1872:

"MARRIAGE", New Zealand Herald [Auckland, NZ] (5 February 1874), 2

https://paperspast.natlib.govt.nz/newspapers/NZH18740205.2.9 

HOSKINS - RICE. - On January 27th, at St. John the Baptist's Church, Latimer Square, Christchurch, Canterbury, by the Rev. H. C. M. Watson, William Hoskins, to Florence Mary Rice (Miss Florence Colville). No cards.

"MR. WILLIAM HOSKINS", The Age [Melbourne, VIC] (17 December 1884), 6

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article191473034 

This talented and universally admired comedian and Shakspearean scholar is the son of the late Abraham Hoskins, gentleman, of Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire, England, and was born on the 17th of February, 1816. His education commenced at the Grammar School, Burton-on-Trent, where the head mastership was held by his uncle, the Rev. Hugh Jones. From thence, after a time, he was placed in Trinity College, Cambridge, being intended for one of the liberal professions, but declining to graduate for the church, he was articled to the law in Birmingham. At the early age of 10 years he displayed a very great predilection for the stage, which was induced by witnessing a performance of Mr. Staunton's well known travelling company, which took place in a large malt house attached to Mr. Newman's Blue Stoop Hotel, Burton. He nursed the idea of becoming an actor, and it never left him, "sleeping or waking," so that one day he gave his articles the slip, and made for London, where, at the Pantheon Theatre, Strand, he paid 10s. for the privilege of playing Antonio at an amateur performance of the Merchant of Venice; and, resolving to be a leader or nothing, he next paid £3 to play Hamlet and Slasher in P.P., or the Man and the Tiger. Mr. Hoskins made his first professional appearance on the stage in the character of Icilius in the late Sheridan Knowles's tragedy of Virginian, in Southampton, with Messrs. Maesfield and Kelty; [and] Mr. Cathcart, father of Mr. J. F. Cathcart (now stage manager of Her Majesty's Opera House, Melbourne) and of the late Miss Fanny Cathcart (Mrs. Robert Heir, and afterwards Mrs. George Darrell). While playing this engagement, he was lucky enough to gain the forgiveness of his father for what the latter considered his folly, and who also supplied him with money to become a lessee, but the speculation failed, and he took an engagement with Manager Smith, of the Norwich circuit, playing alternate nights with the late G. V. Brooke. He afterwards attained the height of his ambition, a "show" in the metropolis of the world. His first appearance on a London stage took place at Covent Garden Theatre, on the 13th October, 1843, when Dion Boucicault's comedy, London Assurance, was performed . . .
In the summer (English) [correctly spring] of 1856 he determined on a visit to the Australian colonies, and, in company with his wife, Miss Julia Harland, and the late Messrs. Farquharson, Walter Sherwin, and Linly Norman, conductor and pianist, arrived in Victoria in August [correctly June], 1856, and immediately made arrangements for an appearance before the public of Melbourne . . .

"DEATH OF MR. WILLIAM HOSKINS", The Argus [Melbourne, VIC] (29 September 1886), 6

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article11574453 

Mr. William Hoskins, the actor, who, for 30 years, has been so well and favourably known in all these colonies, died yesterday evening, at his residence, St. David street, Fitzroy, after a protracted and painful illness. He was in his 71st year, and was a native of Norton, in Derbyshire, England, where his father's family had enjoyed a local reputation for many generations. He was intended for the legal profession, and was sent to Cambridge, where he studied for some time, but acquiring a taste for the drama and a longing for the stage, he gave up his studies and his prospects, and became an actor at the age of 18. He acquired experience in several provincial companies, but after a while found his way up to London, and eventually became a mem- ber of that notable company got together by Mr. Phelps, at Sadlers Wells Theatre, which for some time was the only metropolitan theatre where the legitimate drama was represented. Here he was associated with Mr. Phelps, Mr. George Bennett, Mr. Marston, Mr. Henry Lee, Miss Julia St. George, Miss Glyn, Mrs. H. Marston, Miss Heraud, and many others whose names are connected with the now historical traditions of Shakspearian representation half a century ago. At a later period he was a leading member of the Olympic company in London, with which Mr. W. Farren, jun., was managerially identified. It was during this period that Mr. Henry Irving became his pupil and the indebtedness of that now very popular actor to Mr. Hoskins for elocutionary teaching has been recently most gracefully acknowledged by Mr. Irving. In 1850 [correctly, 1842] Mr. Hoskins married Miss Julia Harland, a vocalist of reputation and a daughter of the late Mr. Henry Wallack, who, in America, was long a popular actor, and who, in New York, gave his name to a principal theatre which still bears it. In 1856, accompanied by his wife, Mr. Farquharson, Mr. Linley Norman, and Mr. Walter Sherwin, Mr. Hoskins came to Australia, and the musical and dramatic company thus constituted appeared first at the Old Queen's Theatre, in Queen-street, and made a most favourable impression. They afterwards made a tour of all the colonies and, in 1858, Mr. Hoskins became manager of the Ballarat Theatre Royal, where he opened on Boxing Night of that year. Here he continued for some time producing Shakspearian plays with marked success, among which may be mentioned "The Tempest," in which he acquired a conspicuous celebrity as Prospero. In 1863 he was manager of the Theatre Royal, Melbourne, and, at a later period, of the Haymarket, where now stands the Eastern Arcade. After being connected with many companies in Melbourne and the other Australian cities, he went to New Zealand, where he resided for some years, occasionally visiting Australia. In Christchurch, he rebuilt the Theatre Royal and, for some time appeared as if he were going to make that city his permanent resting place. Here, his first wife having died, he married Miss Florence Colville, who, under his teaching, had risen to the position of a leading actress, and who, both in that colony, in New South Wales, and Victoria, won for herself deserved fame. She died about five years ago, and Mr. Hoskins, some time afterwards, married for his third wife, the third daughter of the late Dr. Bowman, of this city, and her he leaves a widow with one child. Since Mr. Hoskins left New Zealand land for Australia, he has had a varied experience, sometimes fulfilling engagements in Melbourne, at others travelling with "star" companies. He finally left the stage about two years ago, when he took his benefit at the Theatre Royal in the character of Dr. Pangloss, and delivered a most touching address, on the occasion. He has since then employed himself as a teacher of elocution, in which capacity he has always been regarded as a master. As an actor, Mr. Hoskins possessed extraordinary and varied ability. When he first came to the colony, he was known principally as a light comedian, playing all the characters with which the name of Mr. Charles Mathews was associated, but his long connexion with the Phelps company at Sadlers Wells gave him both the right and the competency to be known as an actor in the poetic drama. It is probable that no member of the stage ever played a larger number of Shakspearian characters, and he played all of them well, some of them exceptionally so. As a student and critical reader of Shakspeare, he had certainly no superiors in any part of the world. He was fastidiously conscientious in his interpretation of the great master, and was, by all who knew him, regarded as an authority whenever the meaning of a passage or the delineation of a character was in question. For 30 years in this part of the world he has lived an, active, useful, and somewhat eventful life. His name is held in general respect, and his death will be heard of with profound regret.

See also the above reprinted in England as, "DEATH OF MR. WILLIAM HOSKINS", The era [London, England] (13 November 1886), 9

https://www.britishnewspaperarchive.co.uk/viewer/bl/0000053/18861113/017/0009 (PAYWALL)

HOTHAM, Charles (Charles HOTHAM)

Lieutenant-governor of Victoria (1853-55), governor of Victoria (from 3 February 1855), musical patron

Born Dennington, Suffolk, England, 14 January 1806; son of Frederick HOTHAM and Anne Elizabeth HODGES
Married Jane Sarah HOOD (widow HOLBECK), St. George, Hanover Square, London, England, 10 December 1853
Arrived Melbourne, VIC, 22 June 1854 (per Queen of the South, from Southampton, 4 April)
Died Melbourne, VIC, 31 December 1855, aged "49/50"

http://nla.gov.au/nla.party-473263 (NLA persistent identifier)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-H-5.php#HOTHAM-Charles (shareable link to this entry)

HOTHAM, Jane (Jane Sarah HOOD; Mrs. HOLBECK; Lady HOTHAM)

Governor's wife, musical patron

Born England, 14 January 1817; baptised St. Mary, Marylebone, London, 6 June 1817; daughter of Samuel HOOD and Charlotte Mary NELSON
Married [1] Hugh HOLBECK, 1837
Married [2] Charles HOTHAM, St. George, Hanover Square, London, England, 10 December 1853
Arrived Melbourne, VIC, 22 June 1854 (per Queen of the South, from Southampton, 4 April)
Married [3] William ARMYTAGE, Devon, England, 1860
Died Exeter, Devon, 29 April 1907, aged "90"

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

HOUDIN, Professor (Professor HOUDIN)

Musician, German concertina player, juggler

Active Adelaide, SA, December 1860

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Professor+Houdin+SA+1860 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-H-5.php#HOUDIN-Professor-SA (shareable link to this entry)

DISAMBIGUATION: Harry Houdin (Australian musician, below, also active c. 1860); Robert Houdin (French magician)

Documentation:

[Advertisement], The South Australian Advertiser [Adelaide, SA] (1 December 1860), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article827267 

ALBION THEATRE. MORPHETT-STREET. THIS EVENING (Saturday), December 1.
PROFESSOR HOUDIN, the SOUTHERN JUGGLER, will give one of his wonderful entertainments entitled
TWO HOURS OF ILLUSION, or A NIGHT OF WONDERS.
Admission, 1s.; children half price.

[Advertisement], South Australian Register (8 December 1860), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article50028501 

THE LAST NIGHT of PROFESSOR HOUDIN, the WONDERFUL JUGGLER.
TO-NIGHT (Saturday), at the T1VOLI ASSEMBLY ROOMS.
Admission, 1s.; Children, half price. To commence 8 o'clock.
Dancing to commence after the performance.
COME AND HEAR HOUDIN TONIGHT on the GERMAN CONCERTINA, at the TIVOLI ASSEMBLY ROOMS.

HOUDIN, Harry (Martin Harry DIGNAM; M. H. DIGNAM; alias Harry HOUDIN; H. M. HOUDIN; M. H. HOUDIN; Mr. HOUDIN; Mons. HOUDIN; Professor HOUDIN)

Musician, entertainer, magician, conjuror, mimic, vocalist, tine whistle and concertina player, dancer, photographer, photographic artist

Born c. 1830
Married Martha WILLIAMS (d. NZ, 1920), London, England, 1857 (3rd quarter)
Arrived Melbourne, VIC, 13 October 1857 (per Albion, from Liverpool, 17/18 July, aged "28")
Departed Hobart, TAS, 14 January 1863 (per Hargraves, for Dunedin, NZ)
Died Taranaki, NZ, 19 June 1869, aged "39"

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https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-H-5.php#HOUDIN-Harry (shareable link to this entry)

DISAMBIGUATION: Robert Houdin (French magician); Professor Houdin (juggler, concertina player, active Adelaide, 1860)

Documentation:

Names and descriptions of passengers per Albion, from Liverpool, 17 July 1857, for Melbourne, 23 October 1857; Public Record Office Victoria

https://prov.vic.gov.au/archive/3B0750BA-F96C-11E9-AE98-19084F8A768F?image=139 (DIGITISED)

. . . Henry Dignam / 28 / Jeweller // Martha [Dignam] / 30 / Wife . . .

"SHAKESPEARE HOTEL", The Star [Ballarat, VIC] (21 August 1858), 2

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The pretty miniature theatre in this establishment opens tonight with the performances of a professor of legerdemain, bearing the honored name of Houdin. If he has half the merit of his namesake, Professor Anderson will find a formidable rival near the throne.

ASSOCIATIONS: John Henry Anderson (magician)

"THE HOSPITAL BENEFIT", Maryborough and Dunolly Advertiser [VIC] (8 October 1858), 2

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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. Mr. Gregg delivered a short, but interesting lecture on "Songs and their Composers" . . . Mr. Jervis introduced a Scotch ballad, "Jessie's Dream" . . . Messrs. Sams and Burke sang several comic songs, and received encores . . . Messrs. Granville and Macbean (amateurs) sang two or three times, in a manner that called down the loudest applause. Mons. Houdin went through a few of his best conjuring performances, and showed himself an able adept of the black art. Nor must we forget to mention Herr Scbluter, whose accompaniments on the piano on this, and every other occasion we have heard him, do him infinite credit, as an able and accomplished musician.

ASSOCIATIONS: John Gregg (vocalist); Pryce Challis Jervis (vocalist); Frederic Sams (vocalist); D. D. Burke (vocalist); Emile de Granville (amateur); Adolph Schluter (pianist)

[Advertisement], The Kyneton Observer [VIC] (21 October 1858), 3

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ARRIVAL OF THE CELEBRATED WIZARD, PROFESSOR HOUDIN.
MONS. HOUDIN (After a most successful tour through Maryborough,
Castlemaine, Ballarat, Creswick Creek, Rookwood, Ballan, &c.,
where he was received with great eclat - Vide opinions of the Press) -
WILL give one of his Scientific Entertainments
AT EMDEN'S JUNCTION HOTEL, On SATURDAY, 23rd October,
Consisting of Astounding Feats of Magic,
Including the great Gun Trick, Inexhaustible Bottle, &c.,
A series of Views of Australian Scenery.
For further particulars, see handbills.

"THE WIZARD HOUDIN", The Kyneton Observer (28 October 1858), 2

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Those of our townsfolk who have not had, as yet, an opportunity of witnessing Mons. Houdin's clever and highly entertaining feats of magic, &c., can pay a visit to McBean's Crown Hotel to-night, where the wizard is giving a farewell performance before his departure for Carlsruhe, Dalhousie, and Woodend. The evening's amusement will, we doubt not, repay playgoers who may favor the professor with a visit.

"AMUSEMENTS", The Kyneton Observer [VIC] (13 October 1859), 2

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Mr. Houdin the Polynational mimic is announced to appear in one of his extraordinary entertainment at the Theatre of the Kyneton Hotel on Saturday. We notice that Mr. Houdin has been lately performing at Williamstown, where he has been well received, as will be seen from the following paragraph, quoted from the Williamstown Independent of Saturday. -
"Mr. Houdin, the far-famed Polynational Mimic, will give his last entertainment this evening at the Mechanics' Institute. Yesterday evening this gentleman eminently succeeded in pleasing his audience, and evinces a peculiar talent in the rendering of his highly amusing delineation of National characteristics.

[Advertisement], The Kyneton Observer (13 October 1859), 3

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NOVEL ENTERTAINMENT FOR ONE NIGHT ONLY,
THEATRE ROYAL, KYNETON HOTEL, SATURDAY, 15TH OCTOBER.
H. M. HOUDIN, the great mimic, will appear in his New Polynational Entertainment.
This entertainment has been written expressly for himself, and has been received everywhere with the greatest enthusiasm.
He will appear in the costume of different Nations,
sing in three different languages, imitate dances, manners, and play on several instruments.
Tickets can be had at the Post-office, and all the Hotels.
RESERVED SEATS 3s. BACK do 2s.

[Advertisement], The Pastoral Times and Deniliquin Telegraph [NSW] (22 December 1859), 3

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Christmas Amusements.
HOUDIN, (The Great Polynational Mimic,)
Miss McDONALD, (The Celebrated Scotch and Characteristic Vocalist,)
MR. HARRY GOULSTONE, (The renowned and only Double Instrumentalist in Australia.)
COMIC DUETS!!! CHRISTMAS CAROLS!!! NATIONAL DANCES!!! LOCAL HITS!!! &c. &c. &c.
TAYLOR'S ROYAL HOTEL, ON THURSDAY, SATURDAY, & MONDAY . . .
Reserved Seats, 4s. Back Seats, 2s. 6d.
PORTRAITS. - Photographic. (Portraits and Views taken in the best style).
THE PIANOFORTE. - Lessons given on the Pianoforte, and instruments tuned, &c.
J. G. QUIN, Agent.

ASSOCIATIONS: Harry Goulstone (pianist)

[Advertisement], The Pastoral Times and Deniliquin Telegraph (20 January 1860), 3

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WORKING MEN'S HOSPITAL.
THE Trustees of this Institution beg to acknowledge, with thanks, the receipt of £7
from Messrs. Houdin and Goulstone's Company, being one half of the amount of the Concert-money appropriated for the benefit of the two hospitals at Deniliquin.
D. G. JONES, Hon. Sec.

[Advertisement], The Adelong Mining Journal and Tumut Express [NSW] (17 February 1860), 5

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ROYAL UNION THEATRE, ADELONG.
Saturday and Monday Evening! FEBRUARY 18th AND 20th, 1860.
The talented Great Eastern Company of Comedians and Vocalists, comprising those renowned artistes,
Mr. M. Houdin, Miss McDonald, Mr. Harry Goulstone
AND Mrs. M. H. Houdin, (late of the Victoria Theatre,)
have the honour to announce that they will present their inimitable ENTERTAINMENTS . . .
The performances will include a choice selection of
Comic and Sentimental Songs, Comic Duets, National Dances, Local Hits, &c. &c. . . .

"A CHAMPION DANCE", Goulburn Herald [NSW] (7 July 1860), 2

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Mr. F. G. Silvain, who has attained considerable celebrity as a dancer, and who is just about to take his departure from Goulburn, and Mr. Harry Houdin, a very clever performer, who has just given one or two entertainments, and whose last appearance is advertised for this evening, have entered into an amicable contest in the terpsichorean line. A nautical hornpipe will be danced by the competitors this evening, at the Commercial Hotel, and he who is adjudged to be the better dancer is to be regarded as champion, and will receive a substantial reward in the shape of the amount of the wager, £45 . . .
MR HARRY HOUDIN gave his first entertainment on Saturday, and his second on Monday evening. His tricks of legerdemain were exceedingly well executed - perhaps better than those of any one who has before made his bow to a Goulburn audience. His polynational entertainment - which by the way we may explain, consists of the assumption of characters, supposed to embody the peculiarities of different nations - is very cleverly sustained, and the dances in particular were greeted with encores. Mr. Houdin gives his last entertainment to-night.

ASSOCIATIONS: Frederick George Silvain (entertainer, dancer)

[2 advertisements], Goulburn Herald (4 July 1860), 3

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PHOTOGRAPHY. MR. H. HOUDIN, PHOTOGRAPHIC ARTIST,
FROM COLLINS-STREET, MELBOURNE, HAS commenced the practice of the above art, at the COMMERCIAL HOTEL, Goulburn.
Landscapes, groups, and stereoscopic views, in all the most approved styles of the art.
Pictures copied, and families attended at their residences.
Children's likenesses taken from ten till three o'clock. Terms Strictly Moderate.

COMMERCIAL HOTEL. THIS EVENING (Wednesday), IS POSITIVELY THE LAST OF MR. HARRY HOUDIN'S Grand Polynational Entertainments . . .

"MR. HOUDIN'S ENTERTAINMENT", Bathurst Free Press and Mining Journal [NSW] (26 September 1860), 2

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On Monday evening Mr. Houdin gave his first performance, at the Victoria Assembly Rooms, to a rather thin audience, which may be attributable to the attraction of the Bazaar in aid of the S.S. Michael and John's Cathedral dral building fund. The tricks of diablerie with which Mr. H. amused his audience, were very neatly performed, and elicited considerable applause. The second part of the entertainment was the exhibition of polynational characteristics, and the quickness with which the changes of character were made, together with the admirably managed changes of countenance, made this part of the night's amusement very laughable. We must not omit to mention most particularly Mr. Houdin's performance on the concertina, as one of the best things of the sort we have ever heard; his command of that that instrument is something beyond what would normally be encountered, and we advise our readers not to miss the opportunity of hearing for themselves.

[Advertisement], Empire [Sydney, NSW] (21 November 1860), 1

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SHAKESPEARE CONCERT HALL. - Mr. HOUDIN, the great Polynational Mimic, 13 changes of cbaracter, nightly.

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

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SHAKESPEARE CONCERT HALL. - HOUDIN'S last night, great attraction; his entertainment is unrivalled in Sydney.
Last night Shakespeare's Concert Hall. Last night of HOUDIN, John Howson, Leveson, Hetherington, Thompson, &c.; closing night of the season.

ASSOCIATIONS: John Howson (vocalist); John Leveson (vocalist); Henry Osborn Thompson (vocalist)

[Advertisement], Illawarra Mercury [Wollongong, NSW] (7 December 1860), 3

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Assembly Rooms, Queen's Hotel.
MR. W. H. STEPHENS, the celebrated Comedian and Comic Vocalist,
will appear in his new Entertainment, entitled, "WHERE I WENT, AND WHAT I SAW" . . .
ON MONDAY AND TUESDAY EVENINGS, DECEMBER , 10th and 11th.
Mr. HARRY HOUDIN will also appear in his great and equally surprising POLYNATIONAL ENTERTAINMENT.
In the course of the evening, MISS RAYMOND will Sing several BALLADS AND SONGS.
Mr. MARMADUKE H. WILSON (the celebrated Composer and Pianist) will PRESIDE AT THE PIANOFORTE . . .
MR. W. H. STEPHENS and MR. HARRY HOUDIN, will Visit SHOALHAVEN ON WEDNESDAY AND THURSDAY, 12th AND 13th DECEMBER.

ASSOCIATIONS: William Henry Stephens (actor, vocalist); Marie Pauline Raymond (vocalist); Marmaduke Henry Wilson (pianist)

[Advertisement], Bell's Life in Sydney and Sporting Chronicle (22 December 1860), 3

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TEMPERANCE HALL!
MR. W. H. STEPHENS having secured the above building for the
CHRISTMAS and NEW YEAR'S Holidays, begs to announce that on
MONDAY EVENING, Dec. 24th, MR. HARRY HOUDIN, The great Polynationalist, will make his first appearance in his
DRAWING ROOM MAGIC and wonderful POLYNATIONAL ENTERTAINMENT.
Introducing Innumerable Characters, Songs, Dances, &c., of many Lands and Languages;
concluding with his great Negro Impersonation of
BROTHER BONES, Accompanying himself on the Concertina, Bones, Whistle, and various Instruments.
In the course of the evening, MISS MARIE PAULINE RAYMOND, (From the Exeter Hull Concerts) will introduce several Favourite Ballads, &c.
On WEDNESDAY EVENING, DECEMBER 20TH. Mr. W. H. STEPHENS Will give (for the first time here)
his New Entertainment, entitled WHERE I WENT, AND WHAT I SAW. Interspersed with Comic and Descriptive Songs.
Mr. MARMADUKE H. WILSON (The Celebrated Composer and 'Pianist) will preside at the Pianoforte, and execute several Musical Morceaux, embracing his newest compositions.
Doors open at half-past 7. Commence at 8.; Reserved Seats, 3s.; Front Do., 2s.; Back Do., 1s.

ASSOCIATIONS: Temperance Hall (Sydney venue)

"ENTERTAINMENT OF MESSRS. STEPHENS AND HOUDIN", The Sydney Morning Herald (28 December 1860), 5

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At the present festive season in Sydney, numerous entertainments, of an unusually excellent description, have been thoughtfully provided for the innocent gratification and rational amusement of the public . . . Amongst such means of amusement for quiet Christmas-keeping folks . . . is an entertainment at once amusing, instructive, and, in every way, unobjectionable, - got up by the talented comedian, lecturer, and comic vocalist, Mr. W. H. Stephens, and a Mr. Harry Houdin, - a gentleman whose name is, as yet, far less familiar to the Sydney public, but one of whom it is not too much to say that his artistic ability in delineation of character, and wonderfully versatile powers are such as to entitle him to be prominently brought under notice, and to be more generally known and appreciated. The entertainment in question commenced last night with a variety of performances of sleight of hand by Mr. Houdin, in which without any visible apparatus a variety of clever feats were exhibited, and elicited much applause. Amongst these were the celebrated bottle trick (which Houdin performs with his coat off and his shirt sleeves tucked up), the trick of the inexhaustible hat, a variety of card tricks, and puzzling optical delusions with handkerchiefs, &c. To this exhibition of drawing-room magic succeeded a pleasing ballad sung by Miss M. P. Raymond, a fair young debutante who possesses a very fine voice, and bids fair to become a favourite . . . Mr. Houdin's Polynational Entertainment (which reminded us very agreeably of the performances of Miss Emma Stanley) terminated the evening to the entire satisfaction ef the audience, which, for some cause or other, was by no means so numerous as might have been expected. In this part of the programme Mr. Houdin successfully appeared in seven different national characters (of both sexes), presenting himself in each, one after another, in an incredibly short space of time, and singing songs appropriate to each. Old Father Time (a venerable Oriental-looking personage), the Broom Girl, Um Furn (a musical Mongolian), John Bowline (a British sailor), Molly Muldroon, Monsieur Baudin, and Brother Bones presented themselves to the admiring eyes of the public having their "exits and their entrances" with great eclat. The most effective of these delineations were the Broom Girl - Madle. Schwingrubber - a beautiful life-like impersonation, which was in itself worth going to see. The Chinaman Singer (with his awful howling melody), and Molly Muldroon were also both decided hits, and exhibited Mr. Houdin's peculiar talent in a very remarkable degree. Besides being a good actor he sings well. Mr. Marmaduke Wilson presided at the pianoforte.

[Advertisement], Empire (31 December 1860), 1

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TEMPERANCE HALL. TO-NIGHT, December 31.
LAST NIGHT of Mr. W. H. STEPHENS' ENTERTAINMENT, WHERE I WENT AND WHAT I SAW!
Parts 1 and 2. From Sydney to New York, via California and Panama,
With new Songs, Anecdotes, and Characteristic Sketches.
LAST, NIGHT of Miss M. P. MAYNARD [sic], the favourite Ballad Singer.
LAST NIGHT of M. H. WILSON'S New Overtures.
Concluding with HARRY HOUDINS's Polynational Entertainment . . .

[Advertisement], Bathurst Free Press and Mining Journal [NSW] (26 June 1861), 3

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Prince of Wales THEATRE . . .
Harry Houdin THE GREAT POLYNATIONAL MIMIC . . .
ON WEDENSDAY, June 26th, On which occasion the
ODDFELLOWS' BRASS BAND will attend and play some of the most popular airs.
E. A. TOWNS, agent.

ASSOCIATIONS: Edwin Towns (agent); Prince of Wales Theatre (Bathurst venue)

[Advertisement], Bathurst Free Press and Mining Journal [NSW] (24 July 1861), 3

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ROYAL Victoria Theatre, DURHAM-STREET.
HARRY HOUDIN, PIT, ONE SHILLING. BOXES, 2s. PRIVATE BOXES, 3s.
THE GREATEST SINGLE-HANDED PERFORMER IN AUSTRALIA,
In his world-renowned POLYNATIONAL ENTERTAINMENT,
WEDNESDAY, THURSDAY, AND SATURDAY NEXT . . .
HARRY HOUDIN TO-NIGHT, in his celebrated GUN TRICK!
TO-NIGHT! HARRY HOUDIN in his thirteen different characters.
TONIGHT! HARRY HOUDIN will sing "That Young Man from the Country."
TO-NIGHT! A NEW LOCAL SONG, in which HARRY HOUDIN will give a description of Bathurst . . .
E. A. TOWNS, AGENT.

ASSOCIATIONS: Royal Victoria Theatre (Bathurst venue)

MUSIC: That young man from the country (song)

"MR. HARRY HOUDIN", The Maitland Mercury and Hunter River General Advertiser [NSW] (17 September 1861), 3

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This gentleman is undoubtedly an accomplished artist in the profession he follows. The "Polynational Entertainment" given on Saturday evening, at the Olympic theatre, was exceedingly clever, versatile, and delightful. Mr. Houdin shows an ease and tact in his tricks of delusion that prove him an adept in the business; and he keeps up a spirit and buoyancy in his details that are quite refreshing. The second part of the entertainment brought him forth in seven different characters, with songs and dances, in which the rapid changes of costume, alteration of manner, voice, and face, together with a just identity of the peculiar part he is alternately acting, makes everyone acknowledge how superior is his performance. In the third part the housemaid with the song of "That young man from the country," and the impersonation of the two separate Irishmen, are very much admired. In the negro entertainment Mr. Houdin exhibits the same high talent and ability, and gets about the stage in dance and song with amazing alacrity.

[Advertisement], Clarence and Richmond Examiner and New England Advertiser [Grafton, NSW] (21 January 1862), 3

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Entertainment Extraordinary.
H. M. HOUDIN, THE GREAT POLYNATIONAL MIMIC, in his Extraordinary Delineations of
NATIONAL CHARACTERISTICS, will shortly appear at the
ASSEMBLY ROOMS, GRAFTON.
PART I. Mr. H. HOUDIN in his much admired Polynational Entertainment,
Introductory Lecture - Mr. Houdin.
Drawing-room Magic Trick, including the Inexhaustable Bottle - Mr. Houdin.
Air intermission of ten Minutes.
PART II. MR. H. M. HOUDIN'S POLYNATIONAL MIMIC ENTERTAINMENT IN TWO PARTS.
The Entertainment has been written, and the music arranged expressly for Mr. Houdin,
and in it he appears, in the costumes of various countries. Sings in their languages,
and imitates their manners, dances, vocal and instrumental music, &c.,
making his changes in costume, &c., in an incredibly short space of time, and to the astonishment and admiration of every person.
His identity defies the strictest scrutiny.
Old Father Time, a great Polynational lover, Song - "Let us be happy together." - H. M. Houdin.
Madm. Schwingrubber, a Swiss Broom Girl, Song - "Buy a Broom" - H. M. Houdin.
Fim Fam, a Chinese Professional Singer - H. M. Houdin.
John Bowling, a real specimen of the Jolly Tar, who can sing a Song and dance a Hornpipe, Song - "A Life on the Ocean Wave" - H. M. Houdin.
Molly Mouldroon, sweetheart to John, and sister to Paddy Mouldroon, a wonderful songster, and a very graceful dancer, with several songs - H. M. Houdin.
Monsieur Baudin, a Teacher of the Terpsichorean Art, Song - Marseillaise Hymn, in French H. M. Houdin.
Sam Slick, the original Yankee Pedlar - H. M. Houdin.
An Intermission of ten Minutes.
MR. H. M. HOUDIN Will appear in his third part of his Polynational Entertainment.
PART III.
Susan Brown, and English Housemaid, with Song - "That Young Man from the Country" - H. M. Houdin.
Larry Doolin, Dublin Car Driver, with Song, Hungry Army - H. M. Houdin.
Pady Muldroon, an Irish Turfman, with Song, Black Turf - H. M. Houdin.
To Conclude with BEOTHER BONES, In which Mr. HOUDIN will appear in
ROOT, HOG, OR DIE; OR, THE NEGRO'S DELIGHT.
And will give Various Solos on the Guitar, Tin Whistle, Piano, Concertina, and Organ Accordeon,
and the AMERICAN BREAKDOWN, by Mr. H. M. HOUDIN.
Doors open at Half-past Seven; to commence at Eight o'clock precisely.

"NOTES AND NEWS . . . HARRY HOUDIN", North Australian and Queensland General Advertiser [Ipswich, QLD] (24 May 1862), 2

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The first performance of Mr. Harry Houdin in Ipswich was given in the Hall of the School of Arts last evening. The attendance, however, was not so large as might have been expected from the nature of the performances, and Mr. Houdin's reputation. After the introductory lecture Mr. Houdin exhibited a series of drawing room magic tricks, which were neatly and artistically performed, and elicited considerable applause. Mr. Houdin next went through his polynational mimic entertainment, in the course of which he cleverly sustained a variety of contradictory characters, with considerable success. The evening's amusement concluded with Brother Bones, a [REDACTED] piece, which gave Mr. Houdin an opportunity of further displaying the versatility of his powers, by performing on several different instruments. We had nearly omitted to mention that Mr. Houdin was assisted during his performances by an excellent orchestra. Another performance will be given this evening, when we trust that Mr. Houdin will be favoured with an audience more commensurate with his merits than the one which greeted him last night.

"THE BURNETT (From the Burnett Argus)", North Australian and Queensland General Advertiser (30 August 1862), 3

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On Thursday last, Mr. Harry Houdin gave his second entertainment to a well-filled house. He appeared in various characters, and afforded his audience an immense deal of amusement. On Saturday last he gave another entertainment. The house on this occasion was crowded, and from the peals of laughter heard from every quarter of it, it was clear that his audience was well pleased. Before he leaves Gayndah, we believe only temporarily, he intends giving another entertainment, when we trust he will be able to secure a bumper house. We have heard it stated that Mr. Houdin is to become a permanent resident of Gayndah - that he intends to open rooms for the teaching of dancing and vocal and instrumental music, &c. We congratulate the members of our community at their success in securing the services of such an accomplished artist, and we cannot help thinking but that our dramatic society will benefit considerably through his advice and assistance.

"MR. HARRY HOUDIN'S ENTERTAINMENT", The Advertiser [Hobart, TAS] (23 December 1862), 4

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Considering it vas a first appearance, Mr. H. Houdin's performance at Del Sarte's last evening was well patronized, although from the ample size of the room, a hundred or two of people do not appear so many . . . Messrs. Gagliardi and Dentith accompanied the songs with the flute and grand piano. The entertainment was a source of considerable amusement, and contained nothing calculated to offend the most fastidious.
[Since writing the above, we are sorry to hear that Mr. Harry Houdin is suffering from ill-health, and the exertions of the evening have so upset him, that the performances advertised for this evening, are necessarily postponed until to-morrow night.]

ASSOCIATIONS: Alfred Jackson Dentith (piano); Giacinto Gagliardi (flute); Del Sarte's Rooms (Hobart venue)

"MR. HOUDIN'S ENTERTAINMENT", Hobart Town Advertiser [Weekly edition] (3 January 1863), 1

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Mr. Houdin gave his entertainment at the Theatre Royal on Friday evening. The pit and upper circle were crowded, and the seats in the dress circle were partly filled. The first part of the entertainment consisted of the performance of several tricks with cards, handkerchiefs, hats, &c., and Mr. Houdin fairly astounded the audience by his skill. As a Wizard he ranks among the best we have seen in Hobart Town. The interval between the first and second parts was occupied by an efficient band playing several selections of music. The rising of the curtain on the second part introduced Mr. Houdin as Father Time, an old man, who after giving a short review of his life, promised to present to the audience several of the personages he had met with in his career. A song followed and Father Time made his exit. Mr. Houdin in an incredibly short time made his appearance in the character of a Swiss Pedlar, which to our mind equalled any of the other representations. The tone of voice and manner adopted when requesting the customers to buy his wares, is inimitable. Each of the succeeding characters, in which Mr. Houdin appeared, caused roars of laughter, and the audience testified their satisfaction by repeated applause. The characters of the French Dancing Master, the English Housemaid, the Sailor, the Irishman and the Negro are especially worthy of notice. In the character of the Negro, Mr. Houdin played several solos on the tin whistle, and the concertina, producing sounds on the latter instrument, which were astounding. The imitation of the tambourine on the piano was excellent. In different characters Mr. Houdin diversified the performance by dancing,, and one more nimble with his feet we have not seen. At the termination of the performance, Mr. Houdin announced that another performance would be given this evening, when he trusted to see them all present. We had almost omitted to mention that Mr. T. W. Jackson [sic] ably presided at the piano, and Mr. Gagliardi assisted with the flute and picolo.

ASSOCIATIONS: Theatre Royal (Hobart venue)

"CLEARED OUT - January 12", The Mercury [Hobart, TAS] (13 January 1863), 2

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Hargraves, schooner, 171 tons, E. J. Ledwell, for Dunedin. Passenger - . . . Mr. and Mrs. Harry Houdin . . .

"SHIPPING", Hobart Town Advertiser [Weekly Edition] (14 February 1863), 4

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The brigantine Hargraves, from Hobart Town, arrived in the forenoon . . . Amongst her cabin passengers is Mr. Harry Houdin, the well-known mimic, who has come to Otago on a professional visit. - Otago Daily Times, January 30.

"SOCIAL", Southland Times [Invercargill, NZ] (17 April 1863), 2

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. . . There is generally a great dearth of amusements in Invercargill, although both concerts and dramatic entertainments seem to obtain a very fair share of patronage, whenever any one is found to venture on this means of divesting people of their spare cash. Harry Houdin, the comedian, and Miss Harriet Gordon and Mr. Hyde, have, during the past month, been giving entertainments of a vocal and dramatic character . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Harriet Gordon (actor); John Proctor Hydes (actor)

"LUNATIC", Taranaki Herald (20 May 1865), 3

https://paperspast.natlib.govt.nz/newspapers/TH18650520.2.10 

Dr. Wodsworth, 70th Regiment, Principal Medical Officer here, has called our attention to the fact that Mr. Houdin, the photographer (who has been recently discharged from Hospital), is a confirmed lunatic and not safe to be at large. It is to be hoped that the proper authorities will find an asylum for the unfortunate man at once. Contributions for the relief of Mrs. Houdin, who is left destitute, will be received by Dr. Wodsworth, or Mr. Middleton, at Yems and Co's Mart.

"TARANAKI (FROM OUR OWN CORRESPONDENT) NEW PLYMOUTH, July 6th", Otago Witness [Dunedin, NZ] (24 July 1869), 3

https://paperspast.natlib.govt.nz/newspapers/OW18690724.2.7 

"Harry Houdin," - whose real name, I believe, was Dougan [sic, Dignam] - whose name was familiar to the public some few years since aa that of a successful mimic, and who gave several entertainments in different parts of the colony, died in this town a few weeks since. For three or four years he was an almost helpless mortal, being affected with paralysis.

Te Henui Cemetery records, New Plymouth, Taranaki, 1869, 1920; New Zealand Cemetery Records

https://www.ancestry.com.au/search/collections/60547/records/1400679 (PAYWALL)

Sacred to the memory of MARTIN HARRY DIGNAM who died June 19th 1869 aged 39 years. MARTHA RUNDLE relict of the above and widow of the late Richard RUNDLE Died 27th July 1920 aged 95 years. She hath done what she could.

"PERSONAL", Taranaki Daily News (28 July 1920), 4

https://paperspast.natlib.govt.nz/newspapers/TDN19200728.2.22 

The death occurred at New Plymouth yesterday of Mrs. Martha Rundle, at the age of 95 years. The deceased was the widow of Mr. Richard Rundle. Mrs. Rundle was married twice, her first husband being Mr. Houden, a member of the Constabulary [sic] in the earlier days of Taranaki. She was a native of Wales and had been in Taranaki about fifty years, after spending a period in Australia. By her second marriage, about forty years ago, there were no children. The funeral takes place to-morrow (Thursday), the cortege leaving the residence of Mr. S. Rundle, Devon Street East, at 2.30, for the Te Henui Cemetery.

HOUGHTON, Mrs. (Mrs. HOUGHTON)

Musician, vocalist, teacher of music and singing, pupil of the Royal Academy of Music (London)

Active Melbourne, VIC, 1853

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Mrs+Houghton+RAM+c1853 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-H-5.php#HOUGHTON-Mrs (shareable link to this entry)

Documentation:

? [Advertisement], The Argus [Melbourne, VIC] (4 January 1853), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4788697

IF the Widow of the late William Houghton from Stalmine, England, will leave a letter, with her address enclosed, she will hear from her friends: address R. Hall, at the office of this paper.

"THE WEEKLY CONCERTS", The Argus (2 February 1853), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4789418 

It appears that the efforts of the anti-musical members of the Committee of the Mechanics' Institution have not hitherto, at all events been successful; as tomorrow night the usual concert is to be given, the programme containing many features of novelty.
PART I. Overture - "Guy Mannering" (Band) - Bishop
Cavatina - Madame Arnati White, "'Tis the Harp in the Air" - Wallace
Song - Mr. J. Gregg, "Fill the bowl with rosy wine" - Beuthin
Fantasia - Flute, Mr. C. Royal - Nicholson
Ballad - Mrs. Houghton, "Scenes that are brightest," Balfe [sic, Wallace] (Pupil of the Royal Academy, London)
Recitative - Mr. J Gregg, "To me what's mortal happiness; Air: "Man's misfortune" - Barnet
Concertante duet - Violin and pianoforte, Mr. Thom and Mr. Buddee - Herz and de Beriot
Part II. Overture - "Tancredi (Band) - Rossini
Song - Mrs. Houghton, "Tell me my heart", Bishop . . .
Scena - Mrs. Houghton, "Al Dolce Guidami," Donizetti . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Emilia Arnati White (vocalist); John Gregg (vocalist); Creed Royal (flute); Bream Thom (violin); Julius Buddee (pianist, accompanist); Thursday Concerts (Melbourne series); Mechanics' Institution (Melbourne association and venue); Royal Academy of Music (London institution)

MUSIC: Scenes that are brightest (Wallace, from Maritana); Tell me my heart (Bishop)

[Advertisement], The Argus (19 February 1853), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4789936

MRS. HOUGHTON, Pupil of the Royal Academy of Music, will give instruction in Music and Singing in Prahran and Saint Kilda. Cliftoe-street, Prahran.

[Advertisement], The Argus (9 April 1853), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4791445

MECHANICS' INSTITUTION. Monday Evening, April 11th,
MRS. HOUGHTON begs to inform her Friends and the Public of Melbourne, that her first Concert will take place as above:
assisted by Mrs. Testar, Mons. Barre, Sig. Valeri, Mr. Megson, Sig. Maffei, and Mr. Buddee.
PROGRAMME: PART I.
1. Trio - "Guai se ti sfuggi un moto," (from the Opera of Lucrezia Borgia) - Mrs. Testar, Mons. Barre, and Signor Valeri - Donizetti.
2. Barcarole - "Ah ! que la Nuit est belle," Signor Valeri - Auber.
3. Duet - "We come from fairy bowers," Mrs. Houghton and Mrs. Testar - Glover.
4. Solo - Cornet-a-piston, Signor Maffei.
5. Cavatina - "I love the merry sunshine," Mrs. Houghton - Glover.
6. Song - "Mon ame a Dieu," Mons. Barre.
7. Song - "The Sea hath pearly Treasures," Mrs. Testar (with cornet obligato), Signor Maffei - Lachner.
PART II.
1. Duet - "O Maritana," Mrs. Houghton and Mons Barre - Wallace.
2. Duet- Violin and Pianoforte, Mr. Megson and Mr. Buddee - Herz & De Beriot.
3 Cavatina - Vieni la mia vendetta, (from the Opera of Lucrezia Borgia), Signor Valeri - Donizetti.
4. Song - "I'm a merry Zingara," Mrs. Testar - Balfe.
5. Song - "I love you dearly," Mons. Barre - Loder.
6. Ballad- "Dream on young hearts," Mrs. Houghton - Sporle.
7. Song - Signor Valeri.
Finale - God save the Queen.
To commence at Eight o'clock precisely. Admission 3s. 6d.
Tickets to be obtained of Mr. Patterson, at the Institution; Mr. Wilkie's Music Saloon; and of Mr. Clarke, Bookseller, Collins-street.

ASSOCIATIONS: Elizabeth Testar (vocalist); Anthony Barre (vocalist); Signor Valeri (Valere) (vocalist); Joseph Maffei (cornet); Joseph Megson (violin): Joseph Wilkie (musicseller)

HOULDING, John Richard (John Richard HOULDING; J. R. HOULDING; "Old Boomerang")

Author, songwriter

Born Essex, England, 22 April 1822; baptised St. Mary Magdalene, Bermondsey, Sussex, 24 November 1822; son of Joseph HOULDING and Sarah OLLY
Arrived Sydney, NSW, 25 January 1839 (per Hashemy, from Gravesend, 22 September)
Married Elizabeth HANNAFORD, Sydney, NSW, 1842
Died Strathfield, NSW, 25 April 1918, aged "96"

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=John+Richard+Houlding+1822-1918 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

http://nla.gov.au/nla.party-639373 (NLA persistent identifier)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-H-5.php#HOULDING-John-Richard (shareable link to this entry)

Documentation:

Baptisms, St. Mary Magdalene, Bermondsey, Surrey, November 1822; register 1813-36; London Metropolitan Archives, P71/MMG/048

https://www.ancestry.com.au/search/collections/1558/records/4890803 (PAYWALL)

[1822 November 24] / [bron] 1822 April 22 / John Richard [son of] / Joseph & Sarah / Houlding / Stacey Place / Carpenter . . .

"OLD BOOMERANG. SEVENTY-SEVEN YEARS IN AUSTRALIA", The Sydney Morning Herald (26 December 1916), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article15691149

Nearly seventy-eight years ago - on January 26, 1839 - a youth in his teens landed from a 500-ton barque (then the largest ship in Port Jackson), which had arrived the previous day from London . . . The youth . . . was then a brand "new chum." To-day he is a white-haired nonogenarian - a very old chum And his name is "Old Boomerang." That is to say, he is best known to us by that name. In private life he is Mr. John Richard Houlding . . . "I was born in Essex on April 22, 1822. As a youth I sat on a lawyer's stool it London, and when going to the office I often passed Charles Dickens. Oh, I knew him well by sight . . .

"OLD BOOMERANG. DEATH OF MR. JOHN R. HOULDING", The Sydney Morning Herald (27 April 1918), 9

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article15769236

Mr. John Richard Houlding, who, as "Old Boomerang," was a popular author with readers of the last generation, died on Thursday at his home in Homebush-road, Strathfield, where he went to reside about 16 months ago in order to be near one of his daughters, and the funeral took place at Rookwood Cemetery yesterday. Mr. Houlding became 96 years of age as recently as last Monday . . . Mr. Houlding spent some time In New Zealand, and then returned to New South Wales, and took up his residence at Raymond Terrace. There he lived many years . . .

Published songs:

Song of the Australian squatter (1864; 1867)

"SONG OF THE SQUATTER", Sydney Mail [NSW] (14 May 1864), 10

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article166655896 

While senators make the Macquarie Street halls
Resound with their eloquence, shoaly or deep,
Or weary the world with their twaddle and brawls
In peace I'll stay home, and look after my sheep . . . [14 more verses] . . .
- OLD BOOMERANG, Darlinghurst.

"Song of the Australian squatter" (Air, "Rory O'More"), in Australian capers; or, Christopher Cockle's colonial experience, by Old Boomerang (London: George Routledge and Sons, 1867), 229-30

http://books.google.com.au/books?id=CMsBAAAAQAAJ&pg=PA229 (DIGITISED)

WHILE senators make the Macquarie Street halls
Resound with their eloquence shallow or deep,
O'erjoy'd to escape from political thralls
In peace I'll stay home, and look after my sheep . . . [13 more verses]

MUSIC: Rory O'More (tune); see also Rory O'More (Tune archive)

I am coming home, mother! [The Australian emigrant's song] (1867)

"I am coming home, mother!", in Australian capers . . . (1867), 384-85

http://books.google.com.au/books?id=CMsBAAAAQAAJ&pg=PA384 (DIGITISED)

Make the woods and vales resound,
With the music of their warbling,
And all nature smiles around,
When the hedge-row's beauteous blossoms
Fill the air with sweet perfume,
And the flowers that deck the meadows
Glisten out in vernal bloom;

Then with thee, so long dissever'd,
Fondly I'll again unite.
O, the glad anticipation
Fills my heart with keen delight.
There, 'mid scenes so well remember'd,
With what ecstasy I'll roam,
And recall the days of childhood
In my loved, my happy home!

Dreary days of separation,
All will then forgotten be;
Pain and toil and tribulation
Will dissolve in sympathy.
How the cherish'd prospect thrills me!
O that I could now take wing!
But I'm coming, dearest Mother!
With the welcome flowers of spring.

The Australian emigrant's song, written by Old Boomerang; composed by E. K. (London: Chappell & Co., [1867])

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/12944753 

http://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-164869186 (DIGITISED)

Bibliography and resources:

Ruth Teale, "Houlding, John Richard (1822-1918)", Australian dictionary of biography 4 (1972)

http://adb.anu.edu.au/biography/houlding-john-richard-3804

"Houlding, John Richard (1822-1918)", Colonial Australian popular fiction: a digital archive; University of Melbourne

http://www.apfa.esrc.unimelb.edu.au/biogs/E000040b.htm

HOUSTON, James (James HOUSTON; Mr. HOUSTON)

Actor, comedian, comic vocalist

Born Calton, Glasgow, Scotland, 13 December 1828; son of James HOUSTON and Margaret McTURK
Married [1] Ann HENDERSON (d. VIC, 1859), Glasgow, Scotland, by c. 1855
Arrived Melbourne, VIC, 30 December 1856 (per Acadia, from Liverpool, 6 September)
Married [2] Ann JOHNSON (c. 1840-1912), Ballarat, VIC, 2 March 1860
Departed Melbourne, VIC, 11 May 1861 (per Sussex, for London)
Died Glasgow, Scotland, 22 January 1892, aged "63"

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=James+Houston+1828-1892 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-H-5.php#HOUSTON-James (shareable link to this entry)

Documentation:

[Advertisement], Glasgow Courier [Scotland] (24 March 1855), 3

https://www.britishnewspaperarchive.co.uk/viewer/bl/0003089/18550324/078/0003 (PAYWALL)

TRADES HALL. SATURDAY EVENING CONCERTS. MISS ELLIS'S first appearance, MISS LIMAS DOUGALL, MR. JOHN MUIR;
also, MR. JAMES HOUSTON, Comic Vocalist, who makes his first appearance To-Night,
in the TRADES' HALL, for One Evening only. Admission, 4d., 6d., and 1s. See Programmes.

"SATURDAY EVENING CONCERTS", Paisley Herald and Renfrewshire Advertiser [Scotland] (23 February 1856), 4

https://www.britishnewspaperarchive.co.uk/viewer/bl/0000464/18560223/046/0004 (PAYWALL)

The conductors of the popular concerts in the Temperance Hall, High Street, are infusing great spirit into their proceedings, and treating the public to very attractive musical entertainments on the Saturday evenings at moderate charges for admission. Last Saturday evening the performers were Miss Lilias Dougal, Mr. David Gibson, Square, and Mr. James Houston, all whom acquitted themselves to the satisfaction of audience quite as numerous as the hall could possibly accommodate. Miss Dougal was the star of the evening, and gave several of her best songs in her best style, eliciting frequent encores from her admiring listeners. Our melodious townsmen, Messrs. Gibson and Square, also drew forth similar manifestations of approval, as did also Mr. Houston, who was intensely funny in the comic department . . .

Melbourne, VIC (30 December 1856 11 May 1861):

Names and descriptions of passengers per Acadia, from Liverpool, 5 September 1856, for Melbourne; Public Record Office Victoria

https://prov.vic.gov.au/archive/3B010F26-F96C-11E9-AE98-2719F500BDE6?image=277 (DIGITISED)

. . . Mrs. Houston / 28 / Married // James [Houston] / 3 / Child // Christina / Inf. [sic] . . .

[Advertisement], The Age [Melbourne, VIC] (2 February 1857), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article154823964 

EMERALD HILL MECHANICS' INSTITUTE -
A vocal and instrumental concert will take place this evening, in the Great Iron Store, in aid of the funds of the Mechanics' Institute.
Mrs. Andrews will sing several of her admired ballads,
and Mr. James Houston, a celebrated comic singer, recently arrived from Glasgow, has kindly offered his services, and will sing several songs in character.
The programme includes the names of several other favorite singer;
also that of Mr. Oatey [Oaten], a performer on the concertina, of considerable talent.
- JAMES EVILLE

ASSOCIATIONS: Theresa Andrew (vocalist); John Oaten (concertina)

"EMERALD HILL MECHANICS' INSTITUTE", The Argus [Melbourne, VIC] (2 February 1857), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article7143978 

A concert will take place this evening in aid of the funds of the Mechanics' Institute. A good programme and a small price of admission it is expected will secure a numerous attendance. Mrs. Andrews and Messrs. J. Houston, Kelly, West, Shepherd, Franks, &c., will contribute to the vocal, and Messrs. Oaten, Leith and Thompson to the instrumental portions of the entertainment.

"EMERALD HILL MECHANICS' INSTITUTE", The Argus (6 February 1857), 6

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article7144192 

A concert in aid of the funds of the institute took place on Monday evening in the Great Iron Store, and the full attendance was a proof that cheap concerts would be well supported by all classes . . . Mr. James Houston, an inimitable comic singer, was well received . . .

[Advertisement], The Argus (4 March 1857), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article7145523 

MUSIC HALL, Ship Hotel, Sandridge - The finest Entertainment in the colonies.
Triumphant Success of Mr. HOUSTON, the unrivalled comic and characteristic vocalist,
from the principal concerts of London and Edinburgh, accompanied by the following talented artistes -
Mrs. Oakey, the much admired soprano.
Mr. J. Taylor, the favourite tenor.
Mr. C. Legrew, violinist.
Mr. W. Rolf, pianist, and conductor.
- WILSON and LAMOND, Proprietors.

ASSOCIATIONS: Eliza Oakey (vocalist); John Taylor (vocalist); Charles Legrew (violinist); William Rolfe (pianist); Ship Hotel (Sandridge venue)

[Advertisement], The Argus (2 May 1857), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article7148971 

NATIONAL HOTEL MUSIC HALL, Bourke-street east. -
Immense success of Madame ANNIE VITELLI, the admired Soprano . . .
To night, Mr. HOUSTON, in his inimitable Comic Songs, &c. . . .
To night, Mr. WHITE, late of Rainer's Serenaders . . .
To-night, Mr. TAYLOR, the admired Tenor.
Pianist, Mr. PIPER.

ASSOCIATIONS: Annie Vitelli (vocalist); M. W. White (vocalist, serenader); Edward John Piper (pianist); National Hotel Music Hall (Melbourne venue)

[Advertisement], The Age [Melbourne, VIC] (16 May 1857), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article154821487 

NATIONAL HOTEL MUSIC HALL, Bourke-street east. -
Re-engagement of that eminent artiste, Madame Annie Vitelli . . .
Mr. Houston, the unrivalled comic vocalist, every evening . . .
Mr. Taylor, the admired tenor, every evening . . .

"THEATRICALS AND MUSIC . . . TILKE'S CITY CONCERT HALL", Bell's Life in Victoria and Sporting Chronicle (27 June 1857), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article201373322 

The proprietor has made some new engagements for the ensuing week - Mr. James Houston, Mr. John Taylor, and Mr. McDonald. The varied styles of these singers give a pleasant air of novelty to the present series of concerts. On Monday evening, a "Tyrolean Chorus," by Mr. Alfred Oakey, the musical director and composer of the establishment, will be produced.

ASSOCIATIONS: Alfred Oakey (musician); William Tilke (proprietor); Tilke's City Concert Hall (Melbourne venue)

[Advertisement], The Argus (6 July 1857), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article7134831 

TILKE'S CITY CONCERT HALL, Licensed Pursuant to Act of Council -
To-night, Monday, Mr. Alfred Oakey will perform the Overture to Fra Diavolo on the pianoforte and panharmonium . . .
To-night, Mrs. Alfred Oakey, the favorite Soprano . . .
Tonight, Mr. Cassidy will give his Shakspearian Comicalities . . .
To-night, Mr. James Houston, the Scotch and Comic Vocalist.
John Taylor, the admired delineator of Dibdin's Songs . . .
To-night, Mr. J. W. Morgan, the Australian Lablache . . .
To-night, Mr. Percival will sing some of his choicest Ballads . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: James Cassidy (comic); J. W. Morgan (vocalist); Charles Percival (vocalist)

[Advertisement], The Argus (26 September 1857), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article7139296 

TILKE'S CITY CONCERT HALL. - Mr. HOUSTON will To-Night SING a new version of "BILLY BARLOW."

ASSOCIATIONS: Billy Barlow (song)

[Advertisement], The Argus (13 March 1858), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article7148012 

MECHANICS' INSTITUTION. Vitelli's Popular CONCERTS.
Every Monday and Saturday. GREAT ATTRACTION THIS EVENING.
Artists: Miss O. Hamilton, Madame A. Vitelli,
M. E. Coulon. Mr. H. J. King, and Mr. Houston.
Accompanyist, Mr. King. Manager, Mr. Vitelli.
Admission, 1s. Reserved seats, 2s. See programmes.

ASSOCIATIONS: John Vitelli (musician); Octavia Hamilton (vocalist); Emile Coulon (vocalist); Henry John King (vocalist, accompanyist); Mechanics' Institution (Melbourne venue)

[Advertisement], The Argus (22 April 1858), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article7293253 

STORK CONCERT HALL, Elizabeth-street,
Has the best Company in Melbourne,
Mr. Stone, characteristic comic.
Mr. Taylor, tenor.
Mrs. Speden, soprano.
Mr. Houston, Irish and Scotch comic.
Mr. Thompson, pianist.
Open at half-past 7 o'clock.

ASSOCIATIONS: Alice Spiden (vocalist); perhaps John Charles Thompson (pianist); Stork Concert Hall (Melbourne venue)

[Advertisement], The Star [Ballarat, VIC] (24 April 1858), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article66047724 

JOHN O'GROAT CONCERT HALL. IMMENSE ATTRACTIONS.
ENGAGEMENT of those celebrated Artistes -
MRS. STONE, From Canterbury Hall, Grapes Concert Hall, Evans's, Covent Garden, London.
MR. JAMES HOUSTON, The great delineator of SCOTCH AND IBISH CHARACTER,
and MR. JOHN TAYLOR, The Australian Dibden.
An Efficient PIANIST is Engaged.
Admission Free.

ASSOCIATIONS: Mrs. Stone (vocalist)

[Advertisement], Bell's Life in Victoria and Sporting Chronicle (11 February 1860), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article201380392 

TO THEATRICAL MANAGERS.
MR. J. E. JOHNSON, Comedian, and Characteristic Vocalist, will be open to an engagement about the 1st of March.
He has been managing the Beechworth and Chiltern Theatres most successfully for the last six months, and can be engaged either alone or in conjunction with a first-class small concert company.
For particulars direct Star Theatre, Chiltern.
Notice. - Miss Chalker, Mr. Hackett, Mr. Wilson, and Mr. Houston will please send address at once as above if they would like to appear in the Ovens district.

ASSOCIATIONS: John Elliot Johnson (actor, manager); Marie Chalker (vocalist); Edward Hackett (vocalist); Star Theatre (Chiltern venue); Star Theatre (Beechworth venue)

THEATRICALS AND MUSIC . . . TILKE'S CITY CONCERT HALL", Bell's Life in Victoria and Sporting Chronicle (12 May 1860), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article201377702 

This popular place of amusement has been well attended during the past week, the most attractive feature being the performance of Locke's music to "Macbeth," by Messrs. J. W. Morgan, J. Taylor, J. Houston, W. Newman, D. Golding, and A. Owen . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Daniel Golding (vocalist); Richard Arthur Ryder Owen (pianist, musical director)

MUSIC: Locke's music in Macbeth (correctly probably by Richard Leveridge)

[Advertisement], The Age (31 May 1860), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article154840644 

TILKE'S CITY CONCERT HALL. - Mr. Houston's new version of Billy Barlow to-night. Great success.

[Advertisement], The Argus (30 July 1860), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5686979 

EMERALD HILL MECHANICS' INSTITUTE. -
CONCERT on Tuesday Evening next [31 July], supported by Miss Mortimer, Mr. Taylor,
Mr. Newman, Mr. Houston, and Mr. Thompson. Admission, 1s.

ASSOCIATIONS: Margaret Mortimer (vocalist, comedian); George Newman (vocalist, comedian)

[Advertisement], The Argus (30 April 1861), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5699764 

CONCERT. Mr. James Houston, after a residence of five years in Melbourne,
takes his farewell BENEFIT CONCERT TO-NIGHT in the Mechanics' Institute, Emerald Hill.

Names and descriptions of passengers per Sussex from Melbourne, 11 May 1861, for London; Public Record Office Victoria

https://prov.vic.gov.au/archive/238FF803-F7F0-11E9-AE98-F3FD07F091BE?image=139 (DIGITISED)

. . . Mr. & Mrs. Houston / 40 / 35 / Child & Inf't . . .

After Australia:

[Advertisement], The Era [London, England] (6 July 1862), 16

https://www.britishnewspaperarchive.co.uk/viewer/bl/0000053/18620706/041/0016 (PAYWALL)

WILTON'S MAGNIFICENT NEW MUSIC HALL, WELLCLOSE-SQUARE, EAST.
The following talented Artistes will appear on Monday next . . .
and Mr. Houston, the Australian Comedian (his first appearance in London) . . .

[Advertisement], Dundee Advertiser [Scotland] (20 December 1862), 1

https://www.britishnewspaperarchive.co.uk/viewer/bl/0000295/18621220/042/0001 (PAYWALL)

GRAND CONCERT IN THE CORN EXCHANGE HALL . . .
on SATURDAY EVENING, the 27th Dec . . .
MR. JAMES HOUSTON, Comic Vocalist, and from Wilton's Grand Music Hall, London . . .

"DEATH OF MR. JAMES HOUSTON, COMEDIAN", Glasgow Evening Post (23 January 1892), 6

https://www.britishnewspaperarchive.co.uk/viewer/bl/0001965/18920123/084/0006 (PAYWALL)

Through the death of Mr. James Houston, which took place this morning at his residence, 291 Paisley Road, Scotland has lost one of her most capable representatives of the old school of Scottish comedians. Born in the Calton sixty-three years ago, Mr. Houston spent his early years near New Cumnock, and when old enough was apprenticed the engineering trade in Glasgow. As member of "The Shakespeare" Dramatic Club he made his debut upon the stage. For years his portly form and original style have been familiar to playgoers, his rendering of the part of Bailie Nicol Jarvis in "Rob Roy" being regarded by many as his most successful effort. Latterly he has been absent from the stage and platform, and to-day his old confreres and many friends heard of his decease with real sorrow.

Reminiscences:

Autobiography of Mr. James Houston Scotch comedian (Glasgow and Edinburgh: Messrs. John Menzies & Co., and Wm. Love, 1889)

https://books.google.com.au/books?id=0mJJAAAAYAAJ (DIGITISED)

[5] Your humble servant, James Houston, now designated the veteran Scotch comedian, was born in Tureen Street, Calton, Glasgow, on 13th December 1828 . . .

[18] . . . I had still a notion of the concert platform, and appeared on some special occasions. I had finished my apprenticeship in Mr. Houldsworth's celebrated machine works, Cheapside Street, and was working in W. & A. McOnie's engine works, Scotland Street, when I was waited upon by a committee from Mr. Robert Napier's, engine works, Lancefield and Washington Streets, asking me to appear at their first grand festival in the City Hall; Robert Napier, Esq., in the chair. I willingly gave my services, and it turned out a splendid affair. I received several good notices from the press; I can only remember one line from the Scottish Reformer, "Our young amateur, James Houston, acquitted himself in a manner that would have done credit to any professional; we understand he is also an engineer to trade." At the soiree I got acquainted with the manager, Mr. William Lang, a man highly respected by employer and employees, he offered me a start in the Vulcan Foundry, Washington Street, which I accepted, I considered I was highly favoured by this change, financially I was much better, and then it was no ordinary individual that was privileged to work in the Vulcan, or Lancefield, two of the greatest engineering establishments in Scotland; the apprentices were selected from the most influential and well-to-do-classes of the citizens. [19] To use a homely phrase, "it was nae sma' drink to be an engineer in such shops as these." I wrought nearly four years in this shop, till the end of 1856, when I left for Australia . . .

Before leaving for Australia, the young lady . . . saw her way to accept one for her husband. We were married by the late Reverend Dr. McGilvray, of Anderston Free Church, and it was on account of her health I thought of going to Australia. My father-in-law was the late Captain James Henderson . . .

I had purchased tickets for myself, wife, and young son, in the ship "Acadia," White Star Line, Captain Kerr, from Liverpool to Melbourne . . .

[28] . . . We soon reached Sandridge, the great shipping port - the Liverpool of Australia - got on board a tug, steamed up the Yarra Yarra, and landed at the wharf opposite Flinders Street. I met there my wife's sister and her husband; they received us very kindly. The same night we landed we were invited to a grand supper party, where the new chums were most cordially welcomed. I was struck with the magnificence of the banquet, and happy to learn our host was only a journeyman turner like myself, and the occasion of that grand spread was simply one of his children's birthdays. This augurs well, I thought, for my future prospects. Next day I applied for and got a job at my trade; and you may judge my astonishment when I received on Saturday my first week's wage, amounting to £5 14s. I thought there was some mistake; but after submitting the matter to one of my shopmates I found it was all right. I wrought two months in this shop, and the work on hand being well advanced, I was told to take a holiday. While I was in this shop it came out somehow or other that I could do some-[29]-thing on the platform. Mr. Douglas, foreman of the pattern makers, asked me if I would give my services at a concert, at Emerald Hill, for the benefit of the library there. I said I would be most happy to do so. The concert was a great success. I got a grand reception, and good notices in all the Melbourne papers. Next day I had a call from two gentlemen who had seen the notices; they offered me an enagement at their Grand Music Hall, Sandbridge, which I accepted, seeing I could not depend on getting constant employment at my own trade. I was three months with Messrs. Wilson & Lamond, and received £6 per week. I sang English, Irish, and Scotch songs, introducing local rhymes to suit events that took place in the neighbourhood. From that I went to the National Hall, Burke Street (Mr. Hutcheson's) for other three months; and from that to Mr. Tilke's Music Hall, Bourke Street (Central) where I remained 18 months without being one night absent; and, notwithstanding such a long engagement, my salary was advanced considerably the last two months, as I intimated my intention of going up to the diggings. Mr. Tilke kept a large and talented company. It was a common remark with new chums, when they first landed in Melbourne and visited our hall, "Well, I'm astonished at the talent you have out here." We had artistes from all quarters of the globe-great French professors, Italian singers, many of them famed operatic singers - quite a mixed community, and had to cater for all nationalities. When I first appeared at this hall, and introduced some of my broad Scotch songs and stories, I could not help laughing myself, at the effect upon the audience. One part of the house was always filled with Scotch folk, on the opposite side of the centre passage sat the others, English and Irish, and while I was giving some broad piece the Scotch portion would be laughing and cheering, while the other lot looked so demure, wondering what it was all about; but, being so long in the same hall, my English friends began to see through the Scotch wit and humour, and ultimately became my greatest admirers. Now and again I would give them a [30] new local song, or a burlesque sketch; by doing so, they never seemed to tire of me, and when I left it was of my own accord. My next engagement was at Geelong - a pretty town about fifty miles from Melbourne; I thought it was very like Rothesay. I was two months in Geelong; from that I went to Ballarat, and opened at the John o' Groats Hotel; the proprietors were Scotchmen, Messrs. Roy & Reid; they had a fine Music Hall at the back of the hotel, and conducted their business in grand style. The house was frequented by all the Scotchmen round about; here I met a number of old Glasgow friends, and many a happy social night we spent together . . .

[31] . . . About this time I had a very sad domestic bereavement- my poor wife died. She never had a robust constitution, and with the advice of the first medical men in Glasgow, I took her out to Australia, and I am quite sure it was the means of prolonging her life nearly three years. The change of air had a marvellous effect. She was a tender plant, but of a lively and winning disposition . . . I had consigned my dear departed one to her final resting place, in Melbourne Cemetery . . .

[33] . . . During my sojourn in the colony I went in for other speculations. I had a mate named John Taylor, a favourite tenor singer; we happened to be often engaged together - he was also an engineer to trade. John and I took a sub-contract to put a corrugated iron roof on the Ballarat gasworks, which we finished properly. Another time I bought a share in a claim on the diggings, and paid a man £3 per week to work for me. After twelve months of "Hope and fear my bosom rending," when the diggers had got down a great depth, the water rushed in and they rushed out . . .

[36] . . . the present Mrs. Houston (Annie) . . . after a short but vigorous courtship, she waved her magic wand over St. Mungo's Cottage, and it bloomed once more. The matrimonial ceremony took place at Ballarat on the 2nd March, 1860 . . . Next night the wedding party went to the Theatre Royal and saw "Rob Roy;" an old Glasgow favourite played the Bailie, Johnnie Mungall. I had seen him playing his great character, the "Dumb Man of Manchester," at home many a time. After this we got very intimate. I was engaged at the Star Hotel and Music Hall . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: John Mungall (actor); Theatre Royal (Ballarat venue)

[38] . . . I received a letter from my father-in-law - my first wife's father - advising me to come home as he was anxious to see his grandson; and, as he had no near relations left, and his daughter the last of a large family (my son's mother) - being dead, he had made over all his money and effects to him, on condition I would bring him home. For the interest of my boy I made up my mind to take a run home, and took passages out for our little family to sail in one of Money Wigram's celebrated ships, the "Sussex" . . . I made up my mind to sell my cottage . . . I arranged to give a concert in the Mechanics' Hall, Emerald Hill . . . I got beautiful enamelled tickets printed and circulars announcing the concert and the prize. My bills were all in rhyme, and created quite a furore round the locality . . . After making preparations for the voyage home, and squaring up all little items, I was escorted to the ship by a large number of my friends. My brother Oddfellows turned out immense, I got on board of the "Sussex," and after three cheers from my friends, waived adieu to Victoria. Many a bet was laid that day, that I would be back within two years. My little family all told, as they say on board ship, were: Mrs. Houston, myself, our young son James (by the first wife), and little baby Annie . . .

HOWARD, Charles V. (Charles V. HOWARD; C. V. HOWARD) stage name of Charles V. MASON

Musician, vocalist, flutina and tambourine player, minstrel serenader (arrived early 1850)

HOWARD, George B. (George B. HOWARD; G. B. HOWARD) stage name of George Birkeck MASON

Musician, vocalist, instrumentalist, minstrel serenader (arrived early 1850)

ASSOCIATIONS: Howard's Serenaders (troupe)

HOWARD, C. (Mr. C. HOWARD) probably = William Luff MILLS (alias HOWARD)

Musician, vocalist, minstrel serenader

Active Melbourne and Geelong, VIC, June and July 1850

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HOWARD, J. G. (Mr. J. G. HOWARD; ? alias)

Musician, vocalist, minstrel serenader

Active Melbourne and Geelong, VIC, June 1850

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DISAMBIGUATION: Charles and George Mason (alias Howard, above), of Howard's Serenaders, were also active in VIC in July and August 1850, but did not arrive in Melbourne from Sydney until 11 July

Documentation:

[Advertisement], Port Phillip Gazette and Settler's Journal [Melbourne, VIC] (25 June 1850), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article223157965 

QUEEN'S THEATRE. Grand Concert,
Under the distinguished patronage of the Nobility of Melbourne . . .
MR. TROY KNIGHT Begs to announce to the Ladies and Gentry of Melbourne and its immediate vicinity,
that his first Grand Concert, consisting of Vocal and Instrumental Music, will take place on
THURSDAY EVENING, JUNE 27, AT EIGHT O'CLOCK, On which occasion
Mr. Troy Knight and the celebrated ETHIOPIAN SERENADERS, will appear for the
FIRST TIME in Melbourne, and sing their celebrated [REDACTED] Melodies,
which have been received with unbounded applause wherever they have performed . . .
PROGRAMME . . . PART 2. Overture - The Caliph of Bagdad - By the SERENADERS.
Overginny Chorus - Come Darkies Sing - TROY KNIGHT.
Song - De [REDACTED] of Understanding - J. TOMLIN.
Song - Old Joe - C. HOWARD.
Duet (Accordion and Bango) - J. TOMLIN & TROY KNIGHT.
Song - Philadelphy Gals - TROY KNIGHT.
Song - Ole Bull and Ole Tucker - J. G. HOWARD.
Ballad - Give me a Hut - J. TOMLIN.
Song - Sandy Boy - TROY KNIGHT.
De whole to conclude wid de celebrated Quick-Step
Fourteen Hundred Horse Power (Railroad Overture) - By de COMPANY . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Troy Knight (serenader); J. Tomlin (serenader)

[Advertisement], Geelong Advertiser [VIC] (8 July 1850), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article93139284 

To THE LOVERS OF MUSIC AND DANCING.
GRAND ETHIOPIAN Entertainment. THEATRE ROYAL.
THIS EVENING, JULY 8, 1850, THE First grand Concert
WILL BE GIVEN BY THE CELEBRATED BANJOIST, MR. TROY KNIGHT . . .
. . . the celebrated Ethiopian Serenaders, who have, under the most distinguished patronage,
received such unparalleled applause in the adjacent colonies, will appear for
THIS NIGHT, at the above Theatre, when they will perform and sing their celebrated [REDACTED] Melodies . . . PROGRAMME . . . PART I . . . Song - Ole Bull and Ole Tucker, C. Howard . . .
PART II . . . Song - De Geelong Boat, C. Howard . . .
Song - Old Napper, C. Howard . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Theatre Royal (Geelong venue)

[Advertisement], Geelong Advertiser (12 July 1851), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article93134464 

THEATRE ROYAL, GEELONG . . .
THE THIRD GRAND ETIHIOPIAN ENTERTAINMENT . . .
MONDAY EVENING, JULY 15, Under the direction of Mr. Troy Knight . . .
PROGRAMME . . . Rise Ole Napper - C. Howard . . .

HOWARD, James (misreported as James HOWARD) see correctly Thomas HOWARD

Musician, clarinet / clarionet player (died Melbourne, VIC, 1877)

HOWARD, John (John HOWARD)

Owner of a violoncello

Active Yankalilla, SA, 1860

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

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Documentation:

"SUPREME COURT. CIVIL SIDE. FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 16 . . . ELLIS v. BOOTHBY", South Australian Register [Adelaide, SA] (17 September 1859), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article49828732 

This was an action to recover damages from the Sheriff for removing and selling goods seized under a writ of fi, fa., he having notice that the owner of the goods was indebted to the plaintiff, his landlord, £100 for rent. The Attorney-General called John Howard, who stated that in May last he occupied premised at the Gorge, Yankalilla. The plaintiff was his landlord. A bailiff came to his place in May last at the suit of J. M. Linklater. There was then a sum of £100 due for a half year's rent since the 1st of January preceding. Witness started for town soon after the bailiff took possession, and returned a few days afterwards. His goods were all gone when he came back . . .
John Howard, recalled, stated that he would not have parted with a violoncello that was taken for £100. It had formerly belonged to Laurence Sterne (author of Tristram Shandy). Had it been advertised he had no doubt that there would have been competitors for it even at Yankalilla. It was a choice instrument, and the best he had met with in 30 years. He had heard that persons at Yankalilla would have given £20 for it.
By Mr. Stow - He had given £80 for a greatly inferior instrument. He would not tell what he gave for the instrument in question. He bought it under peculiar circumstances. On the failure of the Newcastle Banking Company a gentleman who was ruined by that concern sold him the instrument. He got it cheap, but he gave what was asked for it. He gave £20 for it. (Laughter.) . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Laurence Sterne (Anglo-Irish novelist)

HOWARD, John H. (John H. HOWARD; Mr. HOWARD)

Actor, prompter

Active Melbourne, NSW (VIC), 1847

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Documentation:

[Advertisement], Port Phillip Gazette and Settler's Journal [Melbourne, NSW (VIC)] (7 July 1847), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article223154073 

QUEEN'S THEATRE ROYAL . . .
Nights of performance for the present - Monday, Wednesday, and Friday . . .
Prompter, Mr. Howard.
Acting Stage Manager, Mr. J. Hambleton
Leader of Orchestra, Mr. Megson.
J. T. SMITH, Proprietor.

ASSOCIATIONS: John Thomas Smith (theatre proprietor); John Hambleton (actor); Joseph Megson (musician); Queen's Theatre (Melbourne venue)

"THINGS THEATRICAL", Port Phillip Gazette and Settler's Journal (18 October 1847), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article223152603 

On Monday evening last, the performances at the Queen's Theatre commenced with the much admired Scottish Drama of ROB ROY MACGREGOR. A numerous audience assembled to witness the proceedings of the evening . . . Every praise is due to Evans, for undertaking, at a few minutes notice, the character of Sir F. Vernon, (the ci-devant prompter, Mr. Howard, who was to have played it, having, at the last hour, kicked up his heels, and consigned the Theatre, the proprietor, and his company, to a place unmentionable to ears polite,) in addition to the character of Major Galbraith, which he sustained very respectably . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Richard a'Beckett Evans (actor)

"SUPREME COURT. NOVEMBER 5TH, 1847 . . . Smith v. Hambleton", Port Phillip Gazette and Settler's Journal (8 November 1847), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article223152892 

This was an action, in which the proprietor of the Queen's Theatre, was plaintiff, and John Hambleton, a member of the Corps Dramatique defendant . . .
John H. Howard. - I know the defendant Mr. Hambleton; and consider that he enjoyed a considerable share of popularity. On Friday evening, the 13th August, Mr. Hambleton did not play the part of Renault in "Venice Preserved." On the Monday following, he was to have played in the farce of "Sudden Thoughts;" have known a good song to draw; Mr. Hambleton could sing a comic song very well; I have heard him sing the "Unfortunate Man" . . .

HOWARD, Sam (Samuel Howard TAYLOR; alias Samuel HOWARD; Sam HOWARD; S. T. HOWARD; S. HOWARD; Mr. HOWARD; "Gipsy" HOWARD; "Tinker" HOWARD)

Actor, comedian, vocalist, theatrical manager, tinsmith

Born ? England, c. 1828
Arrived Sydney, NSW, by 1851 (? from Melbourne)
Married [1] Sara FLOWER, Sydney, NSW, 20 December 1851
Married [2] ?
Died Sydney, NSW, 26 September 1886, aged "58" [BDM NSW]

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Documentation:

"THE VICTORIA THEATRE", Empire [Sydney, NSW] (18 August 1851), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article60122698 

. . . The performances on Thursday evening opened with Cinderella. Miss Flower's Cenerentola had all that just clear sweet conception, as regards dramatic personification, and the delightful vocalization which characterised her debut in this part . . . Mr. Howard, of the Queen's Theatre, Melbourne, made his first bow to a metropolitan audience as Jem Bags, in the somewhat stupid musical interlude of The Wandering Minstrel, and was well received. His song, "I'm a genius in rags," was encored. Mr. Howard seems to possess considerable knowledge of stage-technicalities, and though the part chosen for his debut was eminently calculated to display certain abilities in broad farce he undoubtedly possesses, we can as yet offer no general opinion on his claims . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Royal Victoria Theatre (Sydney venue); this is the earliest identifiable notice of Howard in Sydney; there is no record, either, of him having performed earlier at the Queen's Theatre (Melbourne venue); he is not to be confused with William Howard of the Theatre Royal (Geelong venue), who did appear there briefly in the role of Jem Bags once in August 1850; see [Advertisement], The Melbourne Daily News [VIC] (21 August 1850), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article226521866 

The following, drawn from the above 1850 advertisement, is therefore incorrect, "DRAMATIC MEMO. &c.", The Lorgnette (3 January 1884), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article208853681 

As also is the following, "Old Playbills", The Lorgnette (6 November 1885), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article208217477 

"THE VICTORIA THEATRE", Empire [Sydney, NSW] (16 October 1851), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article60124400 

. . . On Monday evening, on the occasion of her benefit, Miss Sara Flower appeared as Susannah, in Mozart's Marriage of Figaro . . . Figaro was confided to Mr. Rogers . . . The entertainments concluded with The Captain's not A-Miss, in which Mr. Howard and Madame Torning drew down the most liberal tributes of laughter. The house was crowded . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: George Herbert Rogers (actor, vocalist); Eliza Torning (actor)

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (10 November 1851), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article31734503 

ROYAL VICTORIA THEATRE. THIS EVENING, NOVEMBER 10.
For the BENEFIT of Messrs. HOWARD and HARTRIDGE . . .
To conclude with the Operatic Extravaganza, entitled
GIOVANNI IN LONDON; or, THE LIBERTINE RECLAIMED.
Don Giovanni, Miss Sara Flower; Leporello, Mr. Howard . . .

"THE VICTORIA THEATRE", Empire (14 November 1851), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article60125275 

On Monday last, the good old nautical drama, The Ocean of Life was presented to a very numerous audience. The entertainments were for the joint-benefit of Messrs. Howard and Hartridge. Mr. Howard sustained Jemmy Jumble, and was loudly applauded throughout. In a particular line of low comedy and broad farce, Mr. Howard has at present no equal on the boards. The stupid ballet Les Elemens, together with Giovanni in London, in which Miss Flower played and sang charmingly, concluded the performances.

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (16 December 1851), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12932876 

ROYAL VICTORIA THEATRE. LAST NIGHT OF THE SEASON . . .
THIS EVENING, DECEMBER 16, Will be produced the Opera entitled, GUY MANNERING, or the Gipsy's Prophecy.
Colonel Mannering, Mr. Spencer; Glossin, Mr. Arabin;
Dominic Sampson, Mr. Rogers; Henry Bertram, Madame Carandini;
Dandie Dinmont, Mr. Griffiths; Bailie Mucklethrift, Mr. Howard;
Dirk Hattrick, Mr. Belfield; Lucy Bertram, Mrs. Guerin;
Julia Mannering, Miss Sara Flower; Meg Merrilies, Mrs. Gibbs . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Albert Spencer (actor); Gustavus Arabin (actor); Maria Carandini (actor, vocalist); John Gordon Griffiths (actor); Francis Belfield (actor); Theodosia Guerin (actor, vocalist); Eliza Gibbs (actor, vocalist)

"MARRIED", The Sydney Morning Herald [NSW] (23 December 1851), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12933060 

By special license, by the Rev. C. F. D. Priddle, on Saturday, the 20th instant, Mr. Samuel Howard Taylor, of Sydney, to Miss Sara Flower, of the same.

"THE VICTORIA THEATRE", Empire (6 March 1852), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article60128382 

. . . Norma was very effectively rendered on Tuesday. The house was crowded, and Madame Flower was in excellent voice and spirits. Mr. Frank Howson's Oroveso struck us as in extraordinarily careful and highly finished performance . . . On Wednesday, the Foundling of the Forest was repeated; and on Thursday, Norma. After the opera, a new farce Sent to the Tower was capitally handled by Mr. Frank Howson and Mr. Howard.

ASSOCIATIONS: Frank Howson (actor, vocalist)

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

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article28643653 

ROYAL VICTORIA THEATRE. MONDAY EVENING, OCTOBER 3.
For the Benefit of Mr. HOWARD, who, owing to severe and protracted illness, was unable to make his usual appeal to his friends during the late benefit season . . .
Madame Sara Flower will sing the grand scene from Norma, "Casta Diva" . . .
Tickets and boxes may be secured by application to Mr. Howard, at his residence Riley-street, South Head Road, and at the box office.

[Advertisement], Geelong Advertiser and Intelligencer [VIC] (15 February 1854), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article86413843 

THEATRE ROYAL. MAGNETIC ATTRACTION!
SARA FLOWER, (the Jenny Lind of the colony) . . .
Mr. S. T. HOWARD, the favourite Low Comedian . . .
WEDNESDAY EVENING, February 15 . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Theatre Royal (Geelong venue)

"ROYAL VICTORIA THEATRE", Empire [Sydney, NSW] (29 August 1854), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article60197458 

After an interval of about two months, this popular place of entertainment was last night opened to the public . . . The farce of "Box and Cox" concluded the entertainments; and when we state that Frank Howson and Mr. S. Howard sustained the respective characters, it may be assumed that the house was kept in a roar of laughter from beginning to end . . .

"PRESENTATION", The Sydney Morning Herald [NSW] (2 March 1855), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12966331 

A large and elegant highly chased cup, bearing the following inscription is now on view in the shop window of Mr. Baron Cohen, jeweller, Bridge-street -
"Presented to Mr. Samuel Howard, by his friends at Geelong, as a token of their respect and esteem for his ability as an actor, and his deportment as a gentleman On the cover is a neatly worked bust of Shakspeare, made by Mr. Cohen.

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (27 February 1855), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12966156 

ROYAL VICTORIA THEATRE. THIS EVENING, FEBRUARY 27.
The evening's entertainment will commence with John Barnett's Grand Opera, in three Acts, entitled THE MOUNTAIN SYLPH.
Donald, Mr. John Howson; Christie, Mr. S. Howard; Hela, Mr. Frank Howson; Eolia (the Mountain Sylph), Mrs. Guerin . . .
A. TORNING, sole lessee and manager.

ASSOCIATIONS: John Howson (actor, vocalist); Andrew Torning (actor, manager)

[Advertisement], Empire (14 September 1855), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article60168263 

PRINCE OF WALES THEATRE. THIS EVENING, Friday, September 14 . . .
FAUST AND MARGUERITE. Characters by Messrs. . . . Howard . . . Mrs. A. Howard . . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Amy Howard (actor, wife of William Luff Mills, alias Howard, actor, of Geelong); Prince of Wales Theatre (Sydney venue)

[Advertisement], The Age [Melbourne, VIC] (29 November 1855), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article154864037 

THEATRE ROYAL, Bourke Street.
GRAND OPERA. MISS CATHERINE HAYES Will appear in her grand impersonation of NORMA,
Being her last appearance in this character.
First Appearance of MR. S. HOWARD, Of the Prince of Wales Theatre [Sydney],
in the WANDERING MINSTREL. THIS EVENING, Thursday, November 29th . . .
Stage Manager - Mr. Charles Poole.

ASSOCIATIONS: Catherine Hayes (vocalist); Charles Poole (actor, manager); Theatre Royal (Melbourne venue)

"PRINCESS'S THEATRE, CRITERION HOTEL", Bendigo Advertiser (5 February 1856), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article88048767 

The announcement that Madame Sara Flower, Mr. Sam Howard and Mrs. R. McGowan would appear at this theatre, on Saturday evening last, attracted a numerous and respectable audience, in expectation of a theatrical treat, not often witnessed on these goldfields. They were not disappointed. The entertainments went off in the best style, and gave great satisfaction. Madame Sara Flower was in excellent voice, and sang several popular songs with taste, feeling, and expression. She was particularly happy in the manner in which she rendered two or three Irish melodies, which are rarely done justice to by any but natives of the country. The "Wandering Minstrel" and "Slasher and Crasher" were the dramatic performances of the evening. Mr. S. Howard did the part of "Jem Bags" in a most facetious style, which elicited the laughter and approbation of the audience. Mrs. R. McGowan danced a "pas seul" in a manner to draw forth applause, and had the honor of an encore. Taking the entertainments as a whole, they afforded an opportunity of spending an agreeable evening in rational amusement.

ASSOCIATIONS: Fanny McGowan (dancer); Princess's Theatre (Bendigo venue)

"THE DRAMA. ROYAL VICTORIA", Bell's Life in Sydney and Sporting Reviewer [NSW] (6 June 1857), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article59866645 

. . . It will be perceived by an advertisement, received at a late hour last evening, that an old friend, Mr. Samuel Howard, who arrived in Sydney by the Governor-General steamer, will appear this evening. We learn that it is the intention of the Lessees, Messrs. Simmonds and Howard shortly to bring, out operas on a magnificent scale, and that one of thoir first and best moves on the operatic board will be to "play the BISHOP."

ASSOCIATIONS: James Simmonds (actor, manager); Anna Bishop (vocalist)

"NEW INSOLVENTS", Empire [Sydney, NSW] (17 July 1857), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article64987644 

Frank Howson, of Crown-street, Sydney, professor of music -
Debts, £867 10s. 2d.; assets, £685 7s.; deficiency, £182 9s. 2d. The following memorandum was appended to the schedule: -
"The greater portion of my liabilities have been incurred on account of my taking the Prince of Wales Theatre on an agreement that Mr. Samuel Howard should join me in conducting it, which, however, he refused to do." Official assignee, Mr. J. P. Mackenzie.

[Advertisement], Empire (18 July 1857), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article64987749 

NOTICE. - The Partnership hitherto existing under the name of HOWARD AND JAMES SIMMONDS,
Managers of the Victoria and Lyceum Theatres, was THIS DAY dissolved by mutual consent,
and the management of the above Theatres, will henceforth be conducted by JAMES SIMMONDS, solely.
(Signed) SAMUEL HOWARD, JAMES SIMMONDS. Witness.- WM. DIND.

ASSOCIATIONS: William Dind (witness, theatrical manager)

"PRINCE OF WALES THEATRE", The Sydney Morning Herald (24 November 1857), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13003424 

Mr. S. Howard and Madame Sara Flower are engaged by Mr. Wyatt, and will make their first appearance this evening.

ASSOCIATIONS: Joseph Wyatt (proprietor)

"WATER POLICE COURT. MONDAY [27 June]", The Sydney Morning Herald (28 June 1859), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13026938 

Samuel Howard Taylor was summoned upon the information of Elizabeth Granger Ward, who complained that defendant owed her £4 10s., a balance of wages for her services in his employ as a domestic servant and which he refused to pay. There appeared to be a dispute as to the rate of wages agreed to be paid, plaintiff maintaining that it was 10s. a week. Ordered to pay the amount claimed, with 6s. 6d. costs.

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (23 November 1859), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13033627

GRAND ORCHESTRAL UNION AND VOCAL CONCERT. -
The first of a series of MONSTER CONCERTS, for the benefit of the Dramatic and Musical Artistes,
late of the Victoria and Prince of Wales Theatres, will take place
THIS DAY, 23rd instant, at the SCHOOL OF ARTS, when the following combination of talent will appear: -
Pianist - Mr. C. Packer . . .
VOCALISTS - Mrs. Guerin, Miss Julia Matthews, Mr. R. Stewart, Mr. Frank Howson, Mr. Samuel Howard, Mr. T. Taylor . . .
PART 2 . . . Local Comic Song - "Billy Barlow" - Written for this occasion - Mr. Sam Howard . . .
R. STEWART. Treasurer. FRANK VARLEY, Secretary.

ASSOCIATIONS: Charles Sandys Packer (pianist, accompanist); Julia Mathews (vocalist); Richard Stewart (actor, manager); Frank Varley (actor, manager); Mechanics' School of Arts (Sydney venue); Australian Dramatic and Musical Association (union)

MUSIC: Billy Barlow (song)

"THE LATE SAM HOWARD", Evening News (28 September 1886), 6

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article107319584 

Mr. Samuel Howard, better known as "Sam" Howard, the well-known comedian, died in the Sydney Infirmary on Sunday, of inflammation of the lungs. The deceased was one of the very oldest of the members of the theatrical profession in Australia, having begun his career on the early diggings, and wooed and won Madame Sara Flower, said by many to have been the very finest contralto ever heard in the colonies. She died in Sydney many years ago. Howard had a very chequered career. One year would see him a bloated manager, the next in a palatial hotel - then by the whirligig of time he would be out of an engagement, and funds too. He had buoyant spirits, and possessed a faculty for raising a company and stock a wardrobe, and getting possession of a theatre, or going on tour, which was simply marvellous. He was by birth - like Jem Mace - a Gipsy, or had Gipsy blood in his veins. As a comedian, though not ranking with such stars as Coppin, Greville and Stewart, he was a very respectable actor, and in some broad farce and dialect parts he achieved much success. Of late Sam has seen hard times; he got old (he must have been over 60), and was pushed out of the ranks by younger men. He still, however, kept up his spirits, and projected management and theatrical schemes almost to the day of his death. Last week he had a fit, and was so depressed and in lack of funds that his friends started a subscription for him. Mr. Howard leaves a widow totally unprovided for.

"THE LAST OF A COMEDIAN", Evening News (30 September 1866), 6

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article107316120 

The funeral of the late Samuel Howard, comedian, took place on Tuesday afternoon. The cortege moved from the Sydney Hospital in the afternoon. The coffin was covered with wreaths and immortelles, prepared by some ladies of the theatrical profession. The hearse was followed by a number of mourning coaches and cabs containing nearly a hundred of the deceased's old comrades and fellow actors and actresses, the bulk of whom went by the mortuary train to Haslem Creek. The remains were interred in the Romish portion of the cemetery. The service for the dead was read by a priest of the Roman Catholic Church. Flowers were thrown on the coffin, and when the grave was filled up Mrs. Edward Holloway gave a large wreath to the widow for her to place on the mound. An affecting scene then occurred, Mrs. Howard threw herself on the grave in hysterics.

ASSOCIATIONS: Elizabeth Holloway (correctly Mrs. Edmund Holloway)

"DEATHS", The Sydney Mail and New South Wales Advertiser (2 October 1886), 724

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article164376041 

HOWARD. - September 26, at the Sydney Infirmary, Sam Howard.

"Death of Mr. SAM HOWARD, Comedian", The Lorgnette [Melbourne, VIC] (11 October 1886), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article208412777 

The above actor, one of the oldest on the Australian stage, breathed his last, in the Sydney Hospital, on Sunday, September 26, 1886. He had been for some time past-suffering from congestion of the lungs. In the early days of the colony of Victoria he was married to Miss Sara Flower, by far the finest contralto singer that ever appeared south of the line. This lady died in Sydney some years ago, and after a lapse of time, Mr. Howard married again, to the lady who is now left a widow. Mr. Howard, who was a low comedian of the good old Coppin school, made his first appearance in Melbourne at the old Theatre Royal, on the 29th of November 1855, as Jem Bags, in "The Wandering Minstrels." After a stay in this colony, playing at almost every gold field and inland town, he returned to Sydney many years ago, and finally took up his residence in Sydney, fulfilling engagements every now and then. The deceased gentleman died in very distressed circumstances.

"DEVONSHIRE-STREET CEMETERY . . . SARA FLOWER", Truth [Sydney, NSW] (17 March 1901), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article168006808 

Among the remains unclaimed by relatives so far, are those of two sweet singers, popular favorites in life, but now almost forgotten in the lapse of time, and certainly unknown to the present generation . . . The one is Madame Sara Flower, the other Rosalie Durand. Some years ago a frail wooden railing protected the grave of Sara Flower, but that has long since passed away. Sara Flower was the daughter of William Lewis Flower, of Gray's, Essex, England. She died August 20, 1865, at the age of 43 years. The writer's first introduction to Sara Flower was on board a coastal steamer voyaging from Melbourne to Sydney in the late fifties . . . Poor Sara made an unfortunate marriage. In 1851 she married Sam Howard, known in the profession as "Gipsy" Howard, from the fact that he had gipsy blood in his veins, and he had all the appearance of a member of the wandering tribe, even up to the last moment of his life. Howard and Sara Flower were under engagement to Gordon Griffiths at the "old Vic.," then the only theatre in Sydney. Madame Carandini was also in the company. One morning as Sara passed in to rehearsal, Griffiths was heard to remark to Madame Carandini, "There's that fine singer going to marry that --- tinker. Take my word for it, he will stick to her as long as her voice lasts, and when she's done he'll leave her." Howard was a tinker by trade, and Gordon Griffiths was a very outspoken man. Griffiths was prophetic. At one time, in the good old days of Bendigo, Sara Flower had £80 a week at the Shamrock Concert Hall, while "the tinker" had £8 a week at the Criterion Theatre, both establishments being run by Mr. Heffernan. In addition, they had a joint £5 for hotel expenses. The engagement lasted 18 months, yet within a few weeks of its termination the pair hadn't a copper between them. Howard was not a gambler, and what became of the big money the pair earned was a mystery. During the late years of her life, Madame Flower, as she was always professionally known, was a martyr to rheumatism. Her residence, 137 Victoria-street, Darlinghurst, was elegantly furnished, as she had amongst her pupils the children of some of the best people in Sydney. Howard, as predicted, deserted his wife, having previously mortgaged the household effects without her knowledge. When friends, hearing that she was dying, came to see her, they found the house cleared of everything excepting a bed upon the floor, upon which lay the dying woman. The only other furniture in the house, if "furniture" it could be called, was an empty gincase, upon which were arranged some medicine bottles. She died peacefully. A notice in the morning papers invited members of the musical profession to follow her remains to the grave. Seven persons responded to the invitation! Around the open grave were Madame Boulanger and two other ladies; Mr. Cordner, then organist of St. Mary's; Mr. Delaney, the present organist of St. Mary's, and his father; and Mr. J. J. Welsh, a well-known and highly respected actor of the old-time school. Mr. Delaney, at St. Mary's, and Mr. Welsh, librarian now at the Cobar School of Arts, are the only two left of the seven.

ASSOCIATIONS: Joseph Michael Forde ("the writer"); Maria Carandini (vocalist); John Gordon Griffiths (actor, manager); Rosalie Durand (vocalist); William Heffernan (venue proprietor); William John Cordner (musician); John Daniel and John Albert Delany (father and son); John Joseph Walsh ("Welsh") (actor); Royal Victoria Theatre (Sydney venue); Shamrock Concert Hall (Bendigo venue); Criterion Theatre (Bendigo venue)

"MUMMER MEMOIRS . . . No. 147 (By 'Hayseed')", Sydney Sportsman [NSW] (28 December 1910), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article166735391 

. . . Mr. Howard was the husband of Madame Sara Flower. Sam Howard was known in the profession as Tinker Howard, his trade being that of a tinsmith . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Joseph Michael Forde (as above, "Hayseed")

Bibliography and resources:

Ann V. Beedell, Terminal silence: Sara Flower and the diva enigma: explorations of voice and the maternal in operatic experience in colonial Australian history ca. 1850-1865 (Ph.D thesis, Griffith University, 1999), especially 300-04

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/33353960 

HOWARD, Thomas (Thomas HOWARD; T. HOWARD; Mr. HOWARD; death also misreported as James HOWARD)

Musician, clarinet / clarionet player, cornet player, oboe player, bandmaster

Born c. 1827
Arrived Melbourne, VIC, by October 1864
Died Melbourne, VIC, 10 August 1877, aged "50"

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Thomas+Howard+c1827-1877 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

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THIS ENTRY IS A STUB ON PERSONNEL FIRST ACTIVE IN AUSTRALIA AFTER 1860

Documentation:

[Advertisement], The Argus [Melbourne, VIC] (4 October 1864), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5739295 

WANTED, SITUATION as BANDMASTER, by party who has been one for several years.
First-class references. Good clarionet player. Mr. Howard, office of this paper.

[Advertisement], Geelong Advertiser (14 November 1864), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article148769685 

ARTILLERY SUMMER ENTERTAINMENT.
Under the Patronage of Lieut-Col. REDE.
A SERIES of SIXTEEN PROMENADE CONCERTS AND SOIREES
Will be given by the Band of the G. V. V. Artillery, under the direction of Mr. Howard
(late bandmaster to the 24th Regiment, and for several years leader of the band of the 2nd Life Guard,)
assisted by Lady and Gentlemen Vocalists, in the Parade Rooms and Grounds, Little Malop-street.
To commence on Monday Evening, the 28th November, and continue each Monday evening during the Summer Months.
The proceeds to be devoted to the maintenance of a first class military band in the corps.
Admission to Single Entertainment 1s.
Season Ticket (not transferable) 7s 6d, to admit one to the 16 entertainments.
Do do, double ticket, 10s 6d, to admit lady and gentleman, to the 16 entertainments.
Do do, family ticket, 15s to admit three adults, or two adults and three children to the entertainments.
Tickets can be had of the gentlemen forming the band committee, who will canvass the town for subscriptions, &c.

ASSOCIATIONS: Geelong Volunteer Artillery Band (troupe);
see also, "TOWN TALK", Geelong Advertiser (18 May 1874), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article147368557 

No instrument played at the opera here has commanded more admiration than the clarionet, and many have asked who the player was. It may be stated it was Mr. Howard, whom that other talented player, Mr. Walker, succeeded as master of our volunteer band.

ASSOCIATIONS: George William Walker (musician, successor)

"CURRENT TOPICS", Geelong Advertiser (13 December 1864), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article148770437 

The Artillery Promenade Concert last evening attracted a numerous assemblage to the orderly rooms. The band, under the leadership of Mr. Howard, has reached a high degree of excellence. These concerts are at once popular and select. The attendance and the management were all that could be desired.

"CURRENT TOPICS", Geelong Advertiser (31 January 1865), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article148767347 

The third Artillery Vocal and Instrumental Concert and Soiree was given yesterday evening, with the same measure of success that has attended the previous reunions of this character. Some of the vocal pieces, albeit they were sung by amateurs, were excellently rendered, and the instrumental portion of the entertainment, conducted by Mr. Howard, exhibited the high proficiency the band has attained under that gentleman's leadership.

[Advertisement], The Argus [Melbourne, VIC] (14 October 1865), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5780683 

BOTANICAL GARDENS. Under the Patronage of HIS EXCELLENCY THE GOVERNOR . . .
GRAND MILITARY CONCERT, In aid of the Funds of the Head-quarters Band . . .
Conductor, Mr. Siede.
The Concert to commence at 3 o'clock p.m.
PROGRAMME. PART I . . . 3. THE CARNIVAL of VENICE - Siede. Grand Fantasia,
with Solos for the following instruments:
Clarionet, Mr. Howard; Cornet a Piston, Mr. Stewart;
Trombone, Mr. Hore; Flute, Mr. Siede; Bass Tuba, Mr. Berg;
Sax Horn, Mr. R. Hore; Clarionet, Mr. Johnson; Drum, Mr. Canna;
Trumpet Variation, Messrs. Stewart, Roe, J. Hore, Foster, and Niebus . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Julius Siede (conductor, flute); Edward Stewart (cornet); Samuel Hore (trombone); Charles Berg (tuba); Rufus Hore (saxhorn); Henry Johnson (clarinet); Pietro Canna (drum); Head-Quarters Band (volunteer forces); Botanic Gardens (Melbourne venue)

[News], The Age [Melbourne, VIC] (2 March 1868), 7

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article176995769 

With relation to an advertisement inserted some months since by Mr. Coppin in the Era, the following reply has been published in that journal: -
"Theatre Royal, Melbourne, 21st October, 1867. -
With reference to an advertisement (signed George Coppin) in the London, Era, and copied into Melbourne's Bell's Life of 19th October, asserting that
"All members of the (Theatre Royal) company, down to the poor ballet girls, are compelled to contribute two-thirds of their salaries towards temporary losses, without the least participation in ultimate profits, even to the receipt of arrearage, is indignantly condemned by all members of the profession, including those unfortunates that are forced, through circumstances, to accept 6s 8d in the pound until something better turns up,"
we, the members of the Theatre Royal company, musicians, ballet girls, and employes of that establishment, most distinctly contradict the above statement; inasmuch that during the present spirited and successful management, viz., from 13th February to 21st October, 1867, we have never been offered one-third of our salaries, as above stated, but, on the contrary, have received for thirty-two consecutive weeks full salaries to present date, and the other three weeks at the commence ment of the season, respectively 12s, 10s and 15s in the pound, although in many instances the management have been very heavy losers: -
. . . [orchestra members] Benjamin Levy [sic], Julius Siede, Samuel Chapman, C. R. Berg,
Edward L. Bentley, James Hore, Thomas Reed, Thomas Howard, Robert Ilsley . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Barnett Levy (violin); Julius Siede (musician); Samuel Chapman (musician); Charles Berg (musician); Edwin Bentley (musician); Thomas Reed (musician); James Hore (musician); Robert Illsley (musician); Theatre Royal (Melbourne venue)

[Advertisement], The Argus (17 December 1868), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5834941 

PRINCESS'S THEATRE Will be opened by Mr. DE LA CHAPELLE,
For a short season, commencing on DECEMBER 26 (BOXING-DAY) . . .
Conductor - Mr. F. Zeplin.
Leader of the Orchestra - Mr. Thomas Zeplin.
INSTRUMENTALISTS . . . Cornet - Mr. Howard . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Frederick and Thomas Zeplin (conductor and leader, brothers); Princess's Theatre (Melbourne venue)

[News], The Argus (29 May 1869), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5836070 

Mr. C. E. Horsley is responsible for the following statement, which appears in a letter addressed by him to the Musical World: - "The great drawback to anything like a recognition of civilisation among us (Victorians) from the mother country is the entire ignorance on the part of the English press and public of our geographical and social position . . . We have some admirable instrumentalists in Melbourne, such as Messrs. King, E. King, A. King, Chapman, Gover, Schott, Siede, Lundberg, Hardman, Howard . . . &c. . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Charles Edward Horsley (musician); Edward King (violin); Ernest King (violin); Alfred Edward King (violin, viola); Samuel Chapman (cello); Henry Barman Gover (double bass); James Arthur Schott (oboe); Julius Siede (flute); John William Lundborg (clarinet); Daniel Hardman (double bass)

"OUR AMUSEMENTS. ROYAL ITALIAN OPERA", Sydney Punch [NSW] (23 April 1870), 9

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article253223851 

. . . On Wednesday night the "Bohemian Girl" was produced . . . Special mention must be made of a clarionet solo by Mr. Howard, which was quite a musical gem . . .

"THE OPERA. SAFFO", The Argus [Melbourne, VIC] (14 July 1871), 6

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5851362 

There was another excellent performance of this very interesting work last night at the Princess's Opera house . . . The orchestral work was greatly admired, and a beautiful solo for the clarionet, which Mr. Howard gave with that purity of tone for which his playing is remarkable, was redemanded and repeated, to the great satisfaction of the audience . . .

"CENTRAL POLICE COURT", The Sydney Morning Herald [NSW] (17 January 1872), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13250856 

William Macdermott was yesterday morning brought before the Court, charged by constable William Meader with riotous behaviour in Pitt-street, between the hours of 12 and 1 a.m. of Sunday, to which defendant pleaded not guilty . . . Thomas Charles Woods deposed that he resides at 393, Pitt-street (the same house with defendant) . . . the altercation had ceased, and defendant had returned to his former place on the steps, when constable Meader came up in a violent manner, and at once with his baton struck the defendant a blow on the head which knocked him down . . . Annie Howard, wife of Thomas Howard, musician, corroborated the evidence of Mr. Woods, and on cross-examination by the constable said that when defendant was struck by the constable he fell, and she thought he was killed, as he lay insensible, and blood flowed from his head; the constable swore by ------ that he would knock defendant's ------ head off; she went to lift the lad up, and the constable hit her on the hand with his staff . . . The defendant evidently was not in the commission of any offence when the constable came up to the place, and he exceeded his duty in interfering with him; it is the duty of a constable to protect the public, not to abuse them. Defendant was discharged.

[Advertisement], The Argus (13 May 1872), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5862415 

ROYAL ITALIAN OPERA. SEASON for 1872.
Conductor, Signor Alberto Zelman . . .
OPENING NIGHT, MONDAY, MAY 18 . . .
ORCHESTRA . . . Oboe, Mr. HOWARD . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Alberto Zelman (conductor)

"ITALIAN OPERA", The Express and Telegraph [Adelaide, SA] (23 August 1873), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article208167186 

. . . Of Mr. Howard's clarionet-playing we cannot speak in too high terms, his rendering of an air with variations on "M'Appari," by Mr. A. Zelman, was very fine, the manner, both in tone and execution, in which this elaborate and beautiful setting was performed reflected the greatest credit on this careful and talented artist, and we hope during the remaining week of the present season to have other opportunities of hearing such exquisite instrumentation . . .

"ITALIAN OPERA. MOSE IN EGITTO", The Express and Telegraph (25 August 1873), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article208167223 

This beautiful composition was repeated on Saturday evening to a good house . . . As usual the conductor, Signor Zelman, found something for the clarionet, in which Mr. Howard could delight his hearers.

[News], The Argus (11 August 1877), 6

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5932881

Mr. James Howard [sic] died very suddenly last evening. To all who have been patrons of opera in Melbourne for the last five years, Mr. Howard was known as the first clarionet-player in the orchestra, and was admired in that position as an artist who could produce a tone quite soft and musical from an instrument which is generally regarded as the most intractable of all. Henry Lazarus, the greatest of masters, would have listened to him with approval. Mr. Howard was playing on Thursday night in the opera of "Faust," and his share of the instrumental performance on that occasion was marked by those who watched it with consummate grace and masterly finish. At about 6 o'clock yesterday evening he had an apoplectic seizure in the Victoria Hotel, where he resided, at the corner of Lonsdale and Russell streets. He lived in an unconscious state for about 20 minutes, and then died. Mr. Howard leaves a widow and children in Sydney. The suddenness of his death was a great shock in more than professional musical circles.

"NEWS OF THE DAY", The Herald [Melbourne, VIC] (11 August 1877), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article244272013 

A very sudden death occurred last evening in the Victoria Hotel, corner of Russell and Lonsdale Streets. A man, named Thomas Howard, a musician from Sydney, who had been stopping at the hotel for the last three weeks, and appeared to have good health was dressing to go out when he suddenly became ill, and died in about a quarter of an hour. The body was removed to the morgue where it now lies awaiting an inquest, which will be held on Monday forenoon.

"INQUEST", The Age (14 August 1877), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article206918526 

Dr. Youl held an inquest at the Victoria Hotel, Russell-street, yesterday, upon the body of Thomas Howard, aged fifty years, a musician engaged at the Opera House, who died suddenly on the 10th inst. A few minutes before his death he was in his usual health, and stated that he had an unusually good appetite. He suddenly fell upon the floor in an insensible condition, and died a few moments after a medical man arrived. The post mortem examination showed that the cause of death was sanguinous apoplexy, and the jury returned a verdict to that effect.

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald [NSW] (3 November 1877), 15

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article28397117 

WANTED to Sell Clarionet and other MUSIC,
belonging to the late Thomas Howard, first clarionet player in the Opera Company.
Apply at No. 2, Jones's buildings, Pitt-street.

HOWARD, William (William Luff MILLS; alias HOWARD; Mr. HOWARD)

Actor, vocalist, dancer, violinist, serenader, blackface minstrel, delineator, theatrical manager, butcher

Born Froyle, Hampshire, England, 1817; baptised Froyle, 21 September 1817; son of Edward MILLS and Rebecca RICHARDSON
Married Amy CROUCHER, Egham, Surrey, England, 3 June 1838 (aged "20")
Arrived Sydney, NSW, 11 November 1841 (immigrant per Lascar, from Cork, 28 July, aged "23")
Died Geelong, VIC, 25 October 1855, aged "39" / "37" [BDM VIC 6201/1855]

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=William+Luff+Mills+Howard+1817-1855 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-H-5.php#HOWARD-William-Mills (shareable link to this entry)

HOWARD, Amy (Amy CROUCHER; also Emily CROUCHER; [1]Mrs. William Luff MILLS, alias HOWARD; Mrs. HOWARD; Mrs. Amy HOWARD; [2] Mrs. Edward WRIGHT)

Actor, dancer

Born Froyle, Hampshire, England, 1817; baptised Froyle, 21 December 1817; daughter of Thomas CROUCHER and Elizabeth GROVER
Married [1] William Luff MILLS, Egham, Surrey, England, 3 June 1838 (aged "20")
Arrived Sydney, NSW, 11 November 1841 (immigrant per Lascar, from Cork, 28 July, aged "23")
Married [2] Edward WRIGHT, ? by c. 1860
Departed Australia, c. 1861 (for England)
Died Fordham, New York, NY, USA, 13 November 1880, aged "56" [sic]

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Amy+Croucher+Mills+Howard+Wright+1817-1880 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

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HOWARD, Louisa (Elizabeth Louisa MILLS; Miss HOWARD; Miss Louisa HOWARD; Mrs. James MUNRO, alias MELVILLE; Mrs. MELVILLE)

Actor, dancer, vocalist, equestrian, circus performer and proprietor

Born Foyle, Hampshire, England, 1839; baptised Froyle, 17 February 1839; daughter of William Luff MILLS and Amy CROUCHER
Arrived Sydney, NSW, 11 November 1841 (immigrant per Lascar, from Cork, 28 July, aged "2 1/2")
Married James MUNRO (alias MELVILLE), Sydney, NSW, August 1854
Departed Sydney, NSW, by mid 1856 (for South America and California)
Died Baldwin, Ohio, USA, 22 March 1915, aged "75"

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Louisa+Mills+Howard+Melville+1839-1915 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

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Documentation:

Baptisms solemnized in the parish of Froyle, in the county of Southampton, in the year 1817; register 1813-46; Hampshire Archives and Local Studies, Winchester, 21M65/F8/108/2

https://www.ancestry.com.au/search/collections/62422/records/1635768 (PAYWALL)

No. 99 / [1817] Sept'r 21 / William Luff son of / Edward & Rebecca / Mills / Froyle / Butcher . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Edward Charker Mills (1783-1837) and Rebecca Richardson married at Froyle on 13 February 1806

Baptisms solemnized in the parish of Froyle, in the county of Southampton, in the year 1817; register 1813-36; Hampshire Archives and Local Studies, Winchester, 55M78/PR5

https://www.ancestry.com.au/search/collections/62422/records/105618 (PAYWALL)

No. 106 / [1817] Dec'r 21st / Amy daughter of / Thomas & Elizabeth / Croucher / Froyle / Servant

ASSOCIATIONS: Thomas Croucher (1778-1848) and Elizabeth Grover (1777-1841) married at Froyle on 15 November 1804

1838, marriage solemnized by banns in the parish of Egham in the county of Surrey; register 1837-38, page 9; Surrey History Centre, Woking, EG/2/4

https://www.ancestry.com.au/search/collections/4779/records/5152884 (PAYWALL)

No. 17 / June 3, 1838 / William Luff Mills / 20 / Batchelor / Butcher / Egham / [son of] Edward Charker Mills, deceased / Butcher
Emily Croucher [sic] / 20 / Spinster / - / Egham / [daughter of] Thomas Croucher, deceased / -

Baptisms solemnized in the parish of Froyle in the county of Southampton in the year 1839; register 1813-46, page 75; Hampshire Archives and Local Studies, Winchester, 55M78/PR5

https://www.ancestry.com.au/search/collections/62422/records/106111 (PAYWALL)

No. 596 / 1839 Feb'y 17th / Elizabeth Louise daughter of / William & Mary [sic] / Mills / Froyle / Butcher . . .

List of families per Lascar, arrived Sydney, NSW, 11 November 1841; State Archives and Records Authority of NSW, Persons on Bounty Ships (Agent's Immigrant Lists), series 5316

https://www.ancestry.com.au/search/collections/1204/records/81760 (PAYWALL)

Mills William Luff / 23 / Gardener / [native place] Hampshire
Anne [sic] / 23 / Wife // Elizabeth Louisa / 2 1/2 / Daughter . . .

Adelaide, SA (by June 1846):

[Advertisement], South Australian [Adelaide, SA] (19 June 1846), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article71604974 

Royal Adelaide Theatre.
Erected on the premises known as the "Bush Hotel,"
THIS new place of amusement will open on Monday evening next.
Previous to the performance, "God save the Queen" by the whole of the Company.
AFTER WHICH, The nautical drama, entitled THE FATAL LIGHT-SHIP; OR, THE WILD WOMAN OF THE WAVES.
[Redacted] song - Mr. Howard.
To conclude with the farce of PERFECTION; OR, THE LAD WITH A CORK LEG!
Doors open at seven, commence at half past seven.
Boxes, 2s; Pit, 1s. Nights of performance, Mondays, Thursdays, and Saturdays.
Stage Manager - Mr. Deering.

ASSOCIATIONS: Henry Shinton Deering (actor, manager); Royal Adelaide Theatre (venue)

[Advertisement], South Australian (26 June 1846), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article71605041 

Royal Adelaide Theatre. Open every Monday, Thursday, and Saturday,
TO-MORROW (Saturday,) June 27th, will be repeated THE FATAL LIGHT SHIP.
BILLY BARLOW'S VISIT TO ADELAIDE. To conclude with PERFECTION.
(Monday June 29th.) THE MISSLETOE BOUGH.
Song - Gumbo Chaff - MR. HOWARD . . .

MUSIC: Billy Barlow (song); Gumbo Chaff (song); see also Gumbo Chaff (Wikipedia)

[Advertisement], South Australian (17 July 1846), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article71605229 

Royal Adelaide Theatre.
SATURDAY. - Three Pieces, for this night only.
To commence with LOVERS QUARRELS.
Comic Song - Mr. Elmer.
To be succeeded by a Comic Burletta, entitled,
ANTONY AND CLEOPATRA; OR THE GARRETT LODGER; AND THE OPERA MASQUERADE.
[REDACTED] Song - Mr. Howard . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: John Adam Elmer (actor, vocalist)

[Advertisement], South Australian (14 August 1846), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article71605542 

Royal Adelaide Theatre . . .
Last time, the . . . CHARCOAL BURNER; OR, THE MISER MURDERER.
Matthew Esdale, Mr. Elmer; Poynent Arden, Mr. Webster;
Mr. Valentine Verdict, a grand Juryman, Mr. Deering
; Edith Harrington, Mrs. Deering; Barbara Jones, Mrs. Howard.
[REDACTED] Song, Mr. Howard . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Sampson Marshall Webster (actor); Eliza Rosa Deering (actor)

[Advertisement], South Australian (18 August 1846), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article71605576 

Royal Adelaide Theatre . . .
Thursday evening, 20th August - SUSAN HOPLEY; OR, THE LIFE AND VICISSITUDES OF A SERVANT GIRL.
Susan Hopley (the servant girl) Mrs. Deering. Song, by Mr. Webster.
"Sich a gittin up Stairs and playing on de Fiddle," by Mr. Howard, accompanied by himself on the violin.
To conclude with the comic ballet, entitled
FUN AND FROLIC; OR THE GHOST'S WEDDING - Solomon Simon Simpkin, Mr. Dyball . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Mr. Dyball (actor)

MUSIC: Such a getting up stairs (song); see also Such a gettin' upstairs (Tune archive)

[Advertisement], Adelaide Observer (22 August 1846), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article158923017 

ROYAL ADELAIDE THEATRE. THIS EVENING (Saturday the 22d inst.) . . .
"Old Oppossum sitting on a Rail" - Mr. Howard.
"The Spinster of Ninety-five" - Mrs. Deering.
"The Jolly Buccaneer" - Mr. Webster.
Comic Duet - Mr. and Mrs. Deering.
"Billy Barlow in Adelaide" (with new verses) - Mr. Howard . . .

[Advertisement], Adelaide Observer (29 August 1846), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article158923038 

ROYAL ADELAIDE THEATRE. SATURDAY, August 29, 1846 . . .
The Sable Cymbal Player, with original accompaniment, by Mr. Howard . . .
Monday, August 31st, 1846 . . . "Sich a gittin up stairs and playin on de fiddle," by Mr. Howard, accompanied by himself on the violin . . .

[Advertisement], Adelaide Observer (3 October 1846), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article158923209 

ROYAL ADELAIDE THEATRE. SATURDAY, October 3rd, 1848 . . . "Billy Barlow," by Mr. Howard . . .
Monday, October 5th . . . "A Settler's Life upon the Torrens River," by Mr. Howard . . .

[Advertisement], Adelaide Observer (20 October 1846), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article71606151 

Royal Adelaide Theatre. THURSDAY, OCT. 22. Mrs. HOWARD'S BENEFIT . . .

[News], South Australian Register (7 November 1846), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article27454190 

On Thursday all the world was at the port - the consequence was that things at the theatre looked at first very like a dismiss; but towards half-price the boxes were nearly full, and the pit very respectably tenanted. The first piece was the" Irish Tutor," in which Mr. Deering, did wonders . . . Mrs. Howard is a hard actress, by no means fit for a young girl and was far from being perfect in her part . . . Mr. Howard's [REDACTED] song was good of its kind, and kept the house in a roar of laughter. Mr. Jacobs danced a very fair medley . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: John Lewis Jacobs (actor, vocalist, dancer)

"THE THEATRE", South Australian (4 December 1846), 6

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article71606633 

Last evening was performed for the second time, "The Lady of Lyons" before a crowded and respectable house. The characters throughout were well sustained, and the costume of the performers, taken together with the scenery, does the spirited proprietor great credit. After a comic song by Mr. Howard, which was, as usual, warmly applauded, Mr. J. C. Thompson gave a solo upon the violoncello, from Mayseder, which was well received. Mr. McDonald's solo on the cornet a piston, from Rossini, elicited thunders of applause, which lasted for several minutes after the talented musician had retired.

ASSOCIATIONS: John Charles Thompson (cello); Alexander McDonald (cornet)

[Advertisement], South Australian (30 April 1847), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article71608099 

DEERING'S Royal Adelaide Theatre.
MR. HOWARD'S BENEFIT. ON Saturday Evening, May 1 . . .
Comic Singing, by three Rival [REDACTED]s . . .

[Advertisement], South Australian Gazette and Colonial Register (8 May 1847), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article195934891 

ROYAL ADELAIDE THEATRE . . . Deering's Benefit.
On MONDAY EVENING . . . Irish Lilt, Mr. Carroll.
"The Pirate of the Isles," Mr. Howard.
The Port Phillip "Billy Barlow," by Mr. Newson.
Brigand Dance (in character), Mrs. Deering, on this occasion only.
Hornpipe, Mr. Myers. Real Highland Fling, Mr. Newson.
A Settler's Life upon the Torrens River, Mr. Howard.
"When Harmony Wakens," Mrs. Webster . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: James Caroll (dancer); Frederick Newson (actor, vocalist); Abraham Cohen (alias Myers, (dancer); Charlotte Webster (actor, vocalist)

MUSIC: The pirate of the isles (song)

[Advertisement], South Australian (1 October 1847), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article71609531 

New Queen's Theatre. Third appearance of Mr. Nesbitt, who is engaged for six nights only.
ON SATURDAY EVENING, October 2, 1847, the entertainments will commence with Sheridan's celebrated tragedy of PIZARRO. Rolla - Mr. Nesbitt.
Song - Mrs. Richards. Song - Mr. Howard. To be followed by A NABOB FOR AN HOUR. To conclude with BILLY TAYLOR.
- G. COPPIN.

ASSOCIATIONS: Francis Nesbitt (actor); Dorothea Richards (vocalist); George Coppin (actor, manager); New Queen's Theatre (Adelaide venue)

"QUEEN'S THEATRE", South Australian Gazette and Mining Journal (15 January 1848), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article195935696 

We perceive by an advertisement that Mr. Howard and his "better half," take their Benefit at the above place of amusement on Monday evening next, and from what we hear, we have reason to believe that the play-going portion of our community have resolved upon giving the candidates for public patronage on this occasion a bumper. The Bill of Fare is a good one - a new drama, with the Manager and his Lady in two pieces. We hope that a crowded house will evince the feeling of the public towards these deserving artists.

"Local News", South Australian (10 March 1848), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article71610715 

Miss Lazar's Grand Evening Concert took place at the Theatre on Wednesday week, and we had anticipated, from its being the first appearance of this really clever young lady after an absence of five years, and the circumstance of its being announced that his Excellency the Lieutenant Governor would honour the performance by his presence, that we should have seen the house filled to overflowing. To our disappointment, the boxes were not more than half full . . . Miss Lazar was elegantly attired for the occasion, and her acknowledgments to the rounds of applause with which she was greeted were graceful and ladylike. Mrs. Richards sang one or two little ballads very pleasingly . . . Mr. Lazar gave us another specimen of his versatile talent. The duet from Cinderella was excellent, and his "Groves of Blarney" was perfect. Mrs. Oliffe and Mr. Howard contributed their quota to the entertainment . . . Mr. Bennett and Mr. Lee were, as usual, effective at the piano and the violin . . . - Communicated.

ASSOCIATIONS: Rachel and John Lazar (vocalists, daughter and father); Harriet Oliffe (vocalist, actor); George Bennett (pianist); Philip Lee (violin, leader)

[News], South Australian Register (26 April 1848),2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article48728254 

On Monday evening last the play-going public were treated with a comic pantomime, at the New Queen's Theatre, called "Jack and the Bean-stalk, or Harlequin Ogre," which kept a crowded house in fits of laughter, several of the tricks being new, and cleverly executed . . . Mr. Douglass, we believe, superintended the mechanical arrangements, which are very superior, and produced the most "sideshaking" results. He likewise played the Clown admirably, and was well seconded by Mr. Howard as Pantaloon, although the latter is a shade too stout for such laborious gymnastics. Mr. Jacobs's dancing, as Harlequin, was well received; and Mrs. Oliffe, as Columbine, although not a votary of the art of springing about, acquitted herself with her usual tact and grace. About the best of the many tricks exhibited, was the ascent of Mr. Webb's balloon, the car to which was a basket in which the Clown and Pantaloon managed to place themselves in the most ridiculous position, while it gradually rose to the roof of the stage, amidst peals of laughter . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: James Augustus Douglass (actor)

Launceston and Hobart Town, VDL (TAS) (by October 1848):

"SHIP NEWS", The Cornwall Chronicle [Launceston, VDL (TAS)] (4 October 1848), 68

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article65980363 

October 2 - Captain Cook (schooner), 74 tons, Henry Athorn master, from Adelaide . . .
Passengers per Captain Cook from Adelaide - Mr. and Mrs. Stubbs, Mr. and Mrs. Howard . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Gibson and Hannah Stubbs (actors)

[Advertisement], The Hobart Town Advertiser [VDL (TAS)] (6 October 1848), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article264523974 

RADFORD'S ROYAL AMPHITHEATRE.
Mr. & Mrs. Howard, (From the New Queen's Theatre, Adelaide.)
First appearance of Mr. & Mrs. Stubbs . . .
Monday Evening, OCTOBER 9th . . . to conclude with the laughable farce called the Wand'ring Minstrel . . .
JEM BAGS (with the original song) - Mr. HOWARD . . . Mrs. Crinum, Mrs. HOWARD . . .
Leader of the Orchestra - Mr. H. Howson.
Acting Manager - Mr. Axtelle. Stage Manager - Mr. Stubbs . . .
Sole Proprietor - Mr. Radford.

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

ASSOCIATIONS: The wandering minstrel (Mayhew, first edition, 1834); the first edition does not give Jem Bags a song; the popular Villikins and his Dinah was added in the second edition (1855), and therefore the identity of the "orginal song" here is unclear

[Advertisement], The Courier [Hobart, VDL (TAS)] (11 October 1848), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2967887 

Radford's Royal Amphitheatre. TO-MORROW NIGHT, 12TH OCTOBER . . .
an Equestrian Act, called THE REAPER . . .
After which, the celebrated Sentimental [REDACTED] Melody of MARY BLANE, by MR. HOWARD,
as sung at the Adelaide Theatres upwards of fifty successive nights . . .

MUSIC: Mary Blane (song); see also Mary Blane (Wikipedia)

[2 articles], Colonial Times (12 December 1848), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article8764024 

THE VICTORIA THEATRE - On Friday last . . . The quiet drollery of Mr. Howard, as the London Apprentice, called forth shouts of laughter; there are three admirable points in this actor - his costumes are appropriate, his study is good, and his impersonations are generally of an excellent order . . .

RADFORD'S CIRCUS . . . The number of equestrian performers have been considerably augmented, and little Miss Howard is not the least in public estimation.

ASSOCIATIONS: Royal Victoria Theatre (Hobart venue)

"ROYAL VICTORIA THEATRE - NEW PANTOMINE.", 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 . . . Several clever tricks are effected; Mr. Howard imitates Jim Crow, (T. D. Rice,) and local scenes are represented, winding up with double acts of Horsemanship on Real (Basket) Horses . . . 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: Radford (above) had taken the lesseeship of the theatre; Thomas D. Rice (American blackface performer); Charles and Jane Young (actors, dancers); Edward Buckingham (dancer); Philip George Bragg (dancer, actor); William Campbell (dancer); Christmas pantomime (general)

"Radford's Amphitheatre", The Cornwall Chronicle [Launceston, VDL (TAS)] (30 December 1848), 267

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article65980730 

The numerous attendance on occasion of re-opening the Circus during the week, evinces the high popularity of Mr. Radford's equestrian entertainments . . . Little Miss Howard was encored each night in her song, "I'm ninety-five." On Wednesday she sang it to excellent advantage, and surprised every one by her naive and dignified personification of the old "Granny." Her courageous style of riding, too, elicited hearty plaudits . . .

[Advertisement], Hobarton Guardian, or, True Friend of Tasmania (9 May 1849), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article163504248 

ROYAL VICTORIA THEATRE, CAMPBELL STREET,
WILL open for the WINTER SEASON on Monday, May 21st,
UNDER THE MANAGEMENTOF MESSRS. STUBBS AND HOWARD, -
MESSRS. STUBBS AND HOWARD most respectfully inform their numerous friends, and the patrons of the drama, that they have taken the above place of popular amusement, and they trust the ALTERATIONS, IMPROVEMENTS, and decorations of the Theatre, in the Parisian style:
a strict attention to the stage appointments; the production of moral and instructive novelties; and a libeial expenditure for the amusement of the public, will give universal satisfaction, and ensure them a remunerating share of patronage . . .
Leader of the Orchestra, Mr. H. Howson. Mechanist, Mr. McCraw; Acting Manager, Mr. Howard; Manager, Mr. Stubbs.

"THE VICTORIA THEATRE", Colonial Times (25 May 1849), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article8764994 

On Monday evening last, the theatre opened under the new management of Messrs. Stubbs and Howard . . . The Victoria Theatre was well and fashionably attended on Wednesday evening last, on the occasion of Madame Carandini's farewell concert. Her singing, as usual, was of a first-rate order, and her duet with Mr. Howard gave general satisfaction . . . Mr. Howard sang "Lucy Neal" and the "Buffalo Gals," which songs have been most ridiculously entitled by a most vitiated taste [REDACTED] Melodies . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Maria Carandini (vocalist)

"Shipping Intelligence . . . CLEARED OUT", Colonial Times (10 July 1849), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article8765275 

July 10 - Agnes & Elizabeth, schooner, 75 tons, Miller, for Port Phillip, with timber. Passengers - Mr. and Mrs. Howard and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Stubbs and son . . .

Geelong, NSW (VIC) (from 16 July 1849):

"Shipping Intelligence . . . PORT OF GEELONG. ARRIVED", The Melbourne Daily News [NSW (VIC)] (19 July 1849), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article226471463 

July 16 - Agnes and Elizabeth, Samuel Miller, master, from Hobart Town. Passengers - Cabin - Mr. and Mrs. Howard, Miss Howard, Mr. and Mrs. Stubbs and child . . .

[Advertisement], Geelong Advertiser [NSW (VIC)] (21 July 1849), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article93132793 

THEATRE ROYAL, GEELONG . . .
FIRST APPEARANCE OF MR. AND MRS. HOWARD.
On MONDAY, JULY 23, 1849, The entertainments will commence with a beautiful Nautical Drema, in three acts, entitled
THE OCEAN OF LIFE; OR, EVERY INCH A SAILOR . . . Jeremiah Jumble - Mr. Howard . . .
AFTER WHICH, MR. HOWARD Will appear in that mirth-provoking, care dispelling,
laughing, joking, tough yarn telling, screaming, roaring, jumping,
soaring, yelling, screeching, quelling, preaching,
[REDACTED] Melody, "Sittin' on a Rail."
To be succeeded by an original Farce entitled THE SERJEANT'S WEDDING.
Frow Dumnicks (aged 83 and 11 months) - MRS. HOWARD.
TO CONCLUDE WITH THE WANDERING MINSTREL.
Jem Bags (the Regular Wandering Minstrel) - MR. HOWARD . . . Boxes may be secured on application to Mr. ELMES, Royal Hotel . . . Leader of the Band, Mr. Stainsby. Stage Manager, MR. DEERING.

ASSOCIATIONS: Henry Elmes (theatre proprietor); Robert Stainsby (musician, leader); Henry Shinton Deering (manager); Theatre Royal (Geelong venue)

"THEATRE ROYAL", Geelong Advertiser (Vic. : 1847 - 1851), 26 July 1849), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article93135544 

Mr. Elmes has received a most desirable accession to the strength and talent of his corps, by the engagement of Mr. and Mrs. Howard from the Hobart Town boards. Mrs. Howard's forte, is "old women," Mr. Howard's is that of low comedy, in which particular line he is the leading actor at present in Port Phillip. On Monday and last night this performer took the part of "Jem Bags," in the Wandering Minstrel, and, by the display of his comic powers, and the versatility of his acting, obtained for him self, on both occasions, repeated bursts of applause from good houses. Mr. Howard's [REDACTED] songs, with cymbal and other characteristic accompaniments, are replete with irresistable drollery and humour, and far exceed Mr. Coppin's personifications in the same parts.

ASSOCIATIONS: George Coppin (actor)

[Advertisement], Geelong Advertiser (14 August 1849), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article93138822 

THEATRE ROYAL, GEELONG . . .
FIRST APPEARANCE OF Mrs. Stubbs, Miss Louisa Howard, and Mr. Stubbs,
Of the Victoria Theatre, Hobarton, who are engaged for
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 15, 1849 . . .
Song, first time, Miss Louisa Howard . . .
Double Highland Fling, by Mrs. Stubbs and Miss L. Howard . . .

[Advertisement], Geelong Advertiser (1 April 1850), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article93138611 

THEATRE ROYAL, GEELONG. MONDAY EVENING, APRIL 1ST.
HOLIDAY TREAT. EASTER MONDAY . . .
By Permission of Mr. ELMES the Theatre will be open for this night only
FOR THE BENEFIT OF MR. HOWARD . . .
The Interlude will consist of
Song, "I'm Ninety-five," (in character) Miss Howard . . .
A New Comic Duet - Mr. Howard and Mrs. Stubbs . . .

MUSIC: I'm ninety-five (Henry Bishop, in John of Paris); see also John of Paris (Tune archive)

[Advertisement], Geelong Advertiser (24 December 1850), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article91919367 

Theatre Royal GEELONG.
SPLENDOUR! NOVELTY! GRAND JUVENILE TREAT!!!
The Ladies, Gentlemen and Families of Geelong are most respectfully informed,
that in accordance with the usages of the times, A GRAND COMIC PANTOMIME Has been prepared for the amusement of the Juvenile Classes during their relaxation from study.
The scenery is entirely new, painted by Mr. William Duke, from the Theatres Sydney and Hobart Town.
The dances arranged by Mr. Chambers . . .
The whole of the Comic Business arranged by Mr. Howard.
ON THURSDAY EVENING, December 26, 1850,
The evening's entertainments will commence with an entirely new Christmas Pantomime, with new scenery,
dresses, tricks, properties, machinery, dances, transformations, &c.,
written expressly for this occasion, entitled,
HARLEQUIN SEPARATION; OR, THE DEMON OF SYDNEY AND THE FAIRY OF VICTORIA . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: William Charles Duke (scenic artist); Joseph Chambers (dancer); Christmas pantomime (general)

[Advertisement], Geelong Advertiser (11 January 1851), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article91913845 

Theatre Royal GEELONG . . . ON MONDAY EVENING, JAN. 13TH, 1851 . . .
The interlude will consist of
Dance - MR. CHAMBERS.
After which, Mr. Howard will appear as the Old Kentucky [REDACTED],
and introduce one of his popular Melodies SITTIN ON A RAIL.
With Grape Vine Twist Accompaniment - toe and heel genius - astonishing all de white folk,
and cartain death to all Long Island [REDACTED].
Characteristic Dance - Miss CHAMBERS . . .

"THEATRE ROYAL", Geelong Advertiser (3 March 1851), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article91915244 

Mr. Howard takes his benefit at this place of amusement this evening. The gentleman is so well known, and his commicalities so well and deservedly appreciated by the lovers of the drama in Geelong, that we feel convinced he will be patronized with a very full house . . .

"THE THEATRE", Geelong Advertiser (10 July 1851), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article91914251 

The entertainment commenced last evening with the laughable farce of the Mummy, in which Mr. Deering played a 'pickled' Egyptian admirably. An interlude followed, in which the dancing of Mrs. Stubbs and Miss Howard, called forth repeated cheers . . .

Sydney, NSW (from August 1851):

"ARRIVALS", The Shipping Gazette and Sydney General Trade List [NSW] (16 August 1851), 234

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article161034642 

August 11. - Emma, barque, 191 tons, Captain Allen, from Port Phillip the 8th instant. Passengers . . . Mrs. and Miss Howard, and twenty in the steerage.

[Advertisement], Bell's Life in Sydney and Sporting Reviewer (13 March 1852), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article59774201 

ROYAL OLYMPIC CIRCUS, CASTLEREAGH-STREET.
Great Attraction for this Night Only!!!
FOR THE BENEFIT OF Mrs. and Miss HOWARD.
WEDNESDAY EVENING, MARCH 18, 1852.
MRS. and MISS HOWARD, from the Port Phillip Theatres, beg to acquaint their Friends and the Public of Sydney, that they purpose taking a Benefit at the above place of Entertainment on Wednesday Evening next, the 18th instant.
They feel great pleasure in stating that Messrs. ASHTON and CARDOZA have most liberally offered the same for the occasion, gratuitously, and that they will be assisted by the whole of their talented company.
Mrs. and Miss H. solicit most respectfully to draw the attention of the Sydney Public to the untoward circumstances which have befallen them since their arrival in this Colony, and the unhappy situation in which they are consequently placed - they therefore throw themselves on their liberality for support on the present occasion, for which they will ever remain most gratefully their debtors . . .
Clown to the Arena, Mr. Axtelle . . .
Double Act of Equestrianism (for this night only),
THE SAILOR AND HIS BRIDE; By Mr. ASHTON and MISS HOWARD (her first appearance in this Colony) . . .
The celebrated "BUY BROOM DANCE," By Miss HOWARD . . .
Song, "I'M NINETY-FIVE," (in character), Miss HOWARD . . .
NATIVE MEDLEY DANCE, - Miss HOWARD . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: James Ashton (equestrian); Olympic Circus (Sydney venue)

"OLYMPIC CIRCUS", Bell's Life in Sydney and Sporting Reviewer (20 March 1852), 3 supplement

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article59774293 

Upon the parliamentary principle, we "report progress." During the week, things at this establishment have been in the fullest bloom, and over-crowded houses have borne undoubted testimony of the high estimation in which this place of amusement is held by the public. On Wednesday night, Mrs. and Miss Howard took their benefit at the establishment; the place was literally crammed, and the thermometer said very little about freezing points. The entertainments on the occasion were of the very best quality, and went off in the most spirited manner. The fair beneficiares were rapturously applauded throughout . . .

"ORIGINAL CORRESPONDENCE. To the Editor of the . . ", Empire (23 March 1852), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article60128828 

SIR - Knowing that you are always ready to promote the interest of meritorious and deserving people, I make no apology in offering through your highly intelligent paper, a few remarks on the performances at the Olympic Circus on Wednesday evening last, for the benefit of Mrs. Howard and her youthful daughter. It is really pleasing to see how readily the people of Sydney at all times come forward to promote the interest, and indeed to hold out the helping hand wherever individual worth, or cases of difficulty and misfortune, require it; but if the public on this occasion did kindly contribute their aid and support to a deserving family, almost strangers in this country, and labouring under pecuniary difficulties, they in return used their best exertions to deserve it, and it must have been highly gratifying to them to find that the audience by their continued applause not only paid a just tribute to their talents, but fully sympathised with them in the hour of need.
I had heard much of Mrs. Howard, and her daughter's talents, where they are well known in the neighbouring Colonies, but I never had thee pleasure of witnessing them before. Mrs. Howard's personification of "Mrs. Brown's" in the pleasing farce of "Kill or Cure," was really excellent; she was the termagant wife to perfection. Considering the little conveniences for scenic effect at this house, the piece was very well got up. Mr. Saville, in "Mr. Brown," went through his part exceedingly well; and a lady amateur, being her first appearance (from kindly motives), took the part of Betty, and played it in a very arch and winning manner.
The performance of Miss Howard, in the Circle, particularly as I am informed she had not ridden for upwards of three years, is entitled to the greatest praise; it was a graceful and highly courageous undertaking for a young lady of 12 years of age; her dancing, too, was very graceful, and may well be put in competition with the most finished danseuse of the Victoria Theatre. A pupil of Miss Howard, a little child of tender years, in the Buy-a-Broom Dance, danced very prettily, and does Miss Howard's tuition great credit.
With many apologies for troubling you at so great a length,
I have the honour to be, Sir,
Your most obedient servant,
A LOVER OF THE DRAMA.

"MALCOM'S CIRCUS", Empire (23 April 1852),2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article60129698 

Greater variety than usual has characterised the performances at the Circus during the past week. The excellent equestrianism of Master Melville has been judiciously relieved by the scarcely less interesting gymnastics of Messrs. Barclay, Clark, and others, whilst, on the other hand, the addition of Miss Howard's singing and dancing has added not a little to the general attraction . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Malcom's Amphitheatre (Sydney venue)

"PUBLIC AMUSEMENTS. MALCOM'S AMPHITHEATRE", Illustrated Sydney News (NSW : 1853 - 1872), 5 November, p. 6

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article63613643 

We paid our usual visit to the Amphitheatre on Thursday evening. The spirited proprietor still continues to introduce novelty and variety, not only in the arena, but on the stage: and is evidently resolved to spare no expense either in this respect, or in the decoration of the Circus . . . Miss Howard, who is really a talented young lady, appeared in her usual chaste style, in "Constance on the Love Chase." We are again called on to notice the "Australian Star," Mr. J. Melville. As an equestrian, he is unrivalled in the Colony . . .

[Advertisement], Empire (14 August 1854), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article60196835 

MALCOM'S ROYAL AUSTRALIAN AMPHITHEATRE, YORK-STREET.
IMMENSE ATTRACTION AND CROWDED HOUSES!! THIS EVENING, MONDAY, AUGUST 14 . . .
THE TWO MRS. WHITES . . . Peter White, Mr. F. Howson; Widow Wilke, Mrs. Guerin;
Mrs. White, Mrs. Howard; Kitty Clover, Mrs. Melville, late Miss Howard.
Mr. J. MELVILLE, Equestrian Conductor;
EDWARD RAYMOND, Manager . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Frank Howson (actor); Theodosia Guerin (actor); Edward Raymond (performer, manager)

[Advertisement], Empire [Sydney, NSW] (29 March 1855), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article60176643 

PRINCE OF WALES THEATRE. Castlereagh-street.
THIS EVENING, Thursday, March 29, will be produced Sheridan Knowles' celebrated Play, entitled, LOVE.
Characters by . . . Mrs. Waller, Mrs. Amy Howard, Miss Warde . . .
J. G. GRIFFITHS, Manager.

ASSOCIATIONS: Emma Waller (actor); Kate Warde (actor); John Gordon Griffiths (actor); Prince of Wales Theatre (Sydney venue)

"Music; Fine Arts; The Drama . . . MRS. AMY HOWARD'S BENEFIT", The People's Advocate and New South Wales Vindicator (30 June 1855), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article251547465 

This lady's benefit will take place at Ashton's Circus, on Thursday evening next, when we have no doubt, from the well-known merits of the fair beneficiare, she will be welcomed by an overflowing house.

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (19 October 1855), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12983074 

PRINCE OF WALES THEATRE, CASTLEREAGH-STREET. This EVENING, OCTOBER 19 . . .
To conclude with the musical burletta, entitled THE WATERMAN.
Tom Tug (with the Songs of "Did you never hear tell of a Jolly Young Waterman" - "Then farewell my trim-built werry" and "The Bay of Biscay" - Madame Sara Flower;
Bundle, Mr. C. King; Robin (with the Song of "Cherries and Plums,"), Mr. F. Howson;
Wilhelmina, Mrs. Guerin; Mrs. Bundle, Mrs. A. Howard.
- F. HOWSON, Manager.

ASSOCIATIONS: Sara Flower (vocalist); Charles King (actor)

Geelong, VIC (October 1855):

"DIED", Geelong Advertiser and Intelligencer (26 October 1855), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article91863594 

At the British Hotel, Corio-street, Geelong, on the morning of the 25th instant, Mr. William Luff Mills, aged 39 years, deeply regretted by who knew him.

After October 1855:

"SKETCHES IN SYDNEY. No. II. THE SYDNEY STAGE . . . [by] R. R.", The Sydney Morning Herald [NSW] (26 November 1855), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12975166 

. . . Mrs. Amy Howard is exceedingly droll in the Mrs. Bouncer line. A lodging-housekeeper, a laundress, a nurse with a weakness for the bottle, or anything of that sort, she renders to the life. In manifestations of love, maidenly and mature, for handsome young sparks, towards whom her feelings ought rather to be of a maternal cast, she is very great and we would back her to faint against any woman on or off the Sydney stage . . .

[Advertisement], Freeman's Journal [Sydney, NSW] (10 November 1855), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article115553967 

ASHTON'S AMPHITHEATRE, YORK STREET . . .
N. B. - Mr. and Mrs. Melville the Australian STAR RIDERS, beg most respectfully to inform their friends
that they will take a Farewell Benefit on Monday, the 12th of November,
previous to their departure for England . . .

[Advertisement], Geelong Advertiser and Intelligencer [VIC] (30 November 1855), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article91871247 

THEATRE ROYAL, GEELONG. MR. CLARANCE HOLT takes great pleasure in informing his friends and the patrons of the drama, that he has taken the management of the Theatre, which will open for the Summer Season on MONDAY, DECEMBER 3rd, with a New and Talented Company . . .
THE COMPANY Will comprise the following talented Artistes, who have been selected from the principal Theatres with that care and judgment which experience alone commands - . . . Mrs. A. Howard, from the Prince of Wales Theatre, Sydney . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Clarance Holt (actor)

"AMPHITHEATRE, YORK-STREET", The Sydney Morning Herald (1 March 1856), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article28639355 

Mr. Malcom continues to conduct this place of amusement with a degree of spirit that has, we believe, met reward. His circus company, if not numerically strong, contains several artistes of celebrity, among whom we may mention Mr. and Mrs. Melville. The former, as a bold, fearless equestrian, is perhaps unequalled, and the latter, as a graceful danseuse, ranks high in her profession . . .

[Advertisement], Bell's Life in Sydney and Sporting Reviewer (15 March 1856), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article59761658 

MALCOM'S ROYAL AMPHITHEATRE, YORK STREET.
SAINT'PATRICK'S NIGHT! MR. and MRS. MELVILLE and Mr. ADAMS
beg most respectfully to intimate to their friends and the public generally,
that they will take their farewell Benelit at the above favorite place of resort on
MONDAY, the 17th instant . . .

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (8 April 1856), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article28639868 

ADAMS and MELVILLE'S HIPPODROME and CIRCUS, NEWTOWN. -
Messrs. ADAMS and MELVILLE beg to inform the inhabitants of Sydney, Newtown, and vicinity,
that they will keep open their Mammoth Marque for a short time, near Mr. Gearside's, the Cottage of Content, Newtown.
The performances will be as follows: - Messrs. Melville Challenge Art, a challenge to all the colonies.
Messrs. Adams' Trio in Unity, or three changes. Mrs. Melville's own Dance . . .

"ARRIVAL OF A CIRCUS TROUPE", Sacramento Daily Union [CA, USA] (23 March 1857), 3

https://cdnc.ucr.edu/?a=d&d=SDU18570323.2.14 

Last evening Mr. Melville and family, the equestrian, with his well known troupe, arrived from Valparaiso on the ship Hindoo, after a very successful tour through South America. His horses are said to be in good condition. He will doubtless soon give performances in this city.

"CURRENT TOPICS", Geelong Advertiser [VIC] (1 April 1861), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article148697417 

This evening, according to announcement, the first tragedian of the age, Mr. G. V. Brooke, will commence his last engagement in Geelong, supported by Mr. and Mrs. Robert Heir, Mr. R. Younge, Mr. G. H. Rodgers, Mrs. Amy Howard and Mr. Wright, certainly the strongest company that ever trod the boards in Geelong . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Gustavus Vaughan Brooke (actor); Robert and Fanny Heir (actors); Richard Younge (actor); George Herbert Rogers (actor)

"TOWN TALK AND TABLE CHAT", The Cornwall Chronicle [Launceston, TAS] (5 April 1862), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article65572546 

. . . Miss Amy Howard and Mr. Wright, so long connected with the Sydney stage, were also about returning to the colony . . .

"MRS. AMY HOWARD . . .", The Era [London, England] (16 November 1862), 11

https://www.britishnewspaperarchive.co.uk/viewer/bl/0000053/18621116/032/0011 (PAYWALL)

. . . who has been playing in Comedy and Burlesque at the Prince of Wales Theatre, Liverpool, for some time with success, will leave for America to fulfil an engagement of six months on the 20th proximo. This lady was in Australia for many years, and held a high position in her profession; she was also esteemed in private circles for her kindness to those who required aid and support in their misfortunes.

USA census, 1880, New York City, NY; USA National Archives, 1880 census, 900/507c/678

https://www.ancestry.com.au/search/collections/6742/records/3624860 (PAYWALL)

Teaboat Avenue / 71 / Melville James / 43 / [Head] / Equestrian / [born] Scotland
Louisa / 40 / Wife / Keeping House / [born] England / [both parents born] England
Frank / 25 / Son / Equestrian / [born] New York // Alexander / 19 // Collin / 17 // Amy / 13 / [all born NY]
Wright Edward / - / 47 / Newsagent / [all born] England
Wright Amy / 56 / Wife / Keeping House / [all born] England

"DEATHS", The Sydney Morning Herald (21 January 1881), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13477195 

WRIGHT. - November 13, 1880, at Fordham, New York, U.S.A., Amy Howard, wife of Edward Wright, formerly of Sydney, N.S.W. Interred at Woodlawn Cemetery, Fordham.

"MUMMER MEMOIRS . . . THIRD SERIES, No. 1 (By 'Hayseed.')", Sydney Sportsman (8 January 1908), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article166734968 

An interesting note from Mr. Lyons: - ". . . Jimmy Melville was the best Australian circus rider of his day. A native of New South Wales, he married a daughter of Mrs. Amy Howard, the Mrs. Howard who was afterwards the wife of the Mr. Wright, you mention in 'Memoirs' . . . [Melville's] real name Munro. The family lived somewhere on the North Shore, near Neutral Bay, in 1876. A brother of Jimmy's was an alderman of a North Shore municipality in that year . . . Mr. Wright and his wife, Amy Howard, went to America. Wright returned to Sydney after the death of his wife, and died somewhere in Sydney, about the year 1881 . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Joseph Michael Forde ("Hayseed"); Harry Percival Lyons (correspondent)

Bibliography and resources:

Louisa M. Melville, Find a grave

https://www.ancestry.com.au/search/collections/60525/records/91568034 

HOWELLS, Philip Arthur (Philip Arthur HOWELLS; P. A. HOWELLS)

Musician, musicseller, reviewer, music publisher, memoirist

Born Croydon, Surrey, England, 1853 (4th quarter); baptised St. John, Croydon, 23 April 1854; son of Philip HOWELLS and Jeanette MARTIN
Arrived Adelaide, SA, 1855 (per Coromandel)
Married Harriet Maria NEWMAN, North Adelaide, SA, 28 November 1878
Died Adelaide, SA, 24 August 1921, aged "65" [sic]

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Philip+Arthur+Howells+1853-1921 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-H-5.php#HOWELLS-Philip-Arthur (shareable link to this entry)

Documentation:

Baptisms solemnized in the parish of Croydon in the county of Surrey in the year 1854; register 1847-57, page 197; Surrey History Centre, Woking, 2888/1/16

https://www.ancestry.com.au/search/collections/4772/records/1605165 (PAYWALL)

No. 1575 / 1854 April 23rd / Philip & Jane / Howells / Croydon / Sawyer . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Philip Howells (1828-1885) and Jeanette Martin (1824-1905) married at St. Luke, Chelsea, on 2 February 1852

"SHIPPING INTELLIGENCE. ARRIVED", Adelaide Observer [SA] (13 January 1855), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article158101658 

Monday, January 8. - . . . Same day - The barque Coromandel, 700 tons, Byron, master, from Southampton September 20 . . . Government emigrants - . . . Phillip, Janet and Phillip Howells . . .

"JUGGLING WITH GIANTS. MUSICAL ENTERPRISES OF THE PAST. THE GROWTH OF MUSIC. MR. HOWELLS' REMINISCENCES (By our Special Reporter)", The Advertiser (29 March 1913), 6

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5387808

. . . my first question, of course, is "How long have you been connected with the musical business?"
Mr. Howells stopped to calculate. "In '68," he said, "Yes, forty-four years."
And how did you start?
"I started as a boy in Marshall's music warehouse, and I remained there for 24 years, during the last seven years as manager. After that I started in business on my own" . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Samuel Marshall (musicseller, employer)

"DEATHS", The Register (26 August 1921), 6

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article63191965

HOWELLS. - On the 24th August, at his residence, Highbury street, Prospect, Phillip Arthur Howells, beloved husband of Harriet Maria Howells, aged 65 years.

"DEATH OF MR. P. A. HOWELLS. A LOSS TO THE MUSICAL WORLD", The Advertiser (25 August 1921), 7

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article73367628

Widespread regret will be caused, particularly in musical circles, by the announcement of the death of Mr. Philip Arthur Howells, which occurred yesterday. Mr. Howells two years ago celebrated the jubilee of his connection with the musical life of the city. It would be impossible to estimate how much he did during more than half a century in the interests of the art he loved. His work brought him into touch with many notable performers, as well as with the rank and file of music, and in every case those who had dealings with him were impressed by his kindly disposition. By his fine personal qualities no less than his great business ability he earned and held an unrivalled place in the affection and esteem of those with whom he had to deal. He started his career as a lad in Messrs. S. Marshall & Sons' music warehouse, in Rundle-street, and remained there for 24 years, during the last seven of which he was manager. Afterwards he went into business for himself. When he was in a reminiscent mood he showed himself to be an encyclopaedia of South Australian musical affairs . . .

Reminiscences:

"MUSIC AND MUSICIANS. REMINISCENCES FROM 1868 [I. - By P. A. Howells]", The Register (5 October 1918), 10

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article57542713

"MUSIC AND MUSICIANS. REMINISCENCES FROM 1868 [II]", The Register (5 November 1918), 6

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article60527884

"MUSIC AND MUSICIANS. REMINISCENCES FROM 1868 [III]", The Register (12 November 1918), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article60524417

"MUSIC AND MUSICIANS. REMINISCENCES FROM 1868 [IV]", The Register (30 November 1918), 10

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article60525993

"MUSIC AND MUSICIANS. REMINISCENCES OF 1891-2-3" [V], The Register (14 December 1918), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article60528977

"MUSIC AND MUSICIANS. REMINISCENCES OF 1895", The Register (18 January 1919), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article60543195

"MUSIC. From P. A. HOWELLS", The Register (25 February 1919), 7

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article60537967

HOWITZ, Samuel (Samuel HOWITZ; ? HORWITZ)

Musician, music master

Active Adelaide, SA, 1849

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

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-H-5.php#HOWITZ-Samuel (shareable link to this entry)

Documentation:

"POLICE COURT . . . Monday, 31st December", South Australian Register [Adelaide, SA] (1 January 1850), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article38450015

Catharine Bailey, wife of John Bailey, publican, Rosina-street, appeared, charged with assaulting Samuel Howitz, on the 26th December. It appeared from the evidence, which, from the fact of the prosecutor being a German, was of that kind denominated the "vague obscure," that Mrs. Bailey holds two rooms opposite to the public-house, one of which is occupied by her daughter and husband, and the other used as a bedroom for herself. On the day named, her daughter, with Mrs. Rose, who lives next door, were in the house together, and the complainant presented himself at the door and offered for sale some looking-glasses. Mrs. Bailey, the younger, told him she did not want any, and requested him to go away. Being eager to push his business, he would not attend to her request, but went and squatted himself alongside her companion, on the sofa, and began discoursing most eloquently upon the lightness and elegance of his wares. Mrs. Bailey ran over to her mother, and in the meantime Mrs. Rose could not induce him to depart, and presently Mrs. Bailey, the accused, came over and found him at the door of her own bedroom; in consequence of having been plundered in that quarter before, her suspicions became excited, and she seized him by the shoulder and thrust him out into the street, at the same calling him "a dirty scoundrel, a vagabond, and a villain," which was the assault complained of.
Samuel Howitz, who described himself as a merchant, but seems also to be a hawker and music master, said that he had merely offered some looking-glasses to the young woman, Mrs. Rose, whom he had seen before, while teaching Mr. Lamb's child music; he thought he had a right to do that, and that Mrs. Bailey had no business to interfere with him, especially to abuse him in the way she had done, calling him a vagabond and a villain, which she repeated with slight variations a short time after, when he again saw her in Mr. Lamb's shop. Directly she took him by the shoulders he took his leave.
Emelia Lamb, wife of Francis Lamb, fruiterer, Hindley-street, heard a great noise at the time named, but as she was serving a customer she did not pay particular attention. She was attending to more profitable business than listening to her neighbours' quarrels, and was very provoked that there was such a noise while a lady was in her shop. She knew nothing of it further than that Mrs. Bailey came into her shop, and used some words to the complainant similar to those she had just stated.
Mary Rose, wife of C. Rose, carrier, Rosina-street, said she was with Mrs. Bailey, the younger, when the prisoner walked into the house, and asked them to buy some looking-glasses. Mrs. Bailey told him she did not want any. Mrs. Bailey ran over to her mother, and the prisoner came and sat down by witness on the sofa; she requested him to leave the house; but he refused to do so, and then removed to the door of Mrs. Bailey's bed-room, and remained there till he was removed in the manner described. Before Mrs. Bailey took him by the shoulder he gave her impudence, but she could not remember what particular words he used.
His Worship said, that in the first place tye prisoner, and others engaged in the same pursuit, had no right to enter the dwelling-houses of people while vending their wares. It was a positive intrusion, for they should always remain at the door, unless invited by a customer. The complainant had not only violated this rule, but be refused to go out when desired, and for which his Worship Dismissed the information, with a caution to Mrs. Bailey, sen., always to be careful in dispensing her ire, for if she were insulted or in danger she could always procure the assistance of the police for her protection.

HOWSON FAMILY (vocalists and instrumentalists)

Howson family main page:

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/howson-family.php (shareable link to this entry)

HOWSON, Alfred (b. c. 1830) see main entry Alfred HOWSON

HOWSON, Arthur (1861-1931) see main entry Arthur HOWSON

HOWSON, Charles Edwin (1848-1907) see main entry Charles Edwin HOWSON

HOWSON, Clelia (1845-1931) see main entry Clelia HOWSON (Mrs. Homer PARSONS)

HOWSON, Emma (Emma RICHARDSON) see main entry Emma HOWSON (Mrs. Frank HOWSON)

HOWSON, Emma (junior) (1844-1928) see main entry Emma HOWSON

HOWSON, Francis (senior) (c. 1794/95-1863) see main entry Francis HOWSON

HOWSON, Frank (1817-1869) see main entry Frank HOWSON

HOWSON, Frank Alfred (Frank junior) (1841-1926) see main entry Frank Alfred HOWSON (Frank HOWSON junior)

HOWSON, Frederick (1835-1873) see main entry Frederick HOWSON

HOWSON, Henry (1822-1893) see main entry Henry HOWSON

HOWSON, Ida (1847-1920) see main entry Ida HOWSON (Mrs. Frederick Ewen BULL)

HOWSON, John (1819-1871) see main entry John HOWSON

HOWSON, John Jerome (John junior) (1842-1887) see main entry John Jerome HOWSON (John HOWSON junior)

HOWSON, Walter (1837-1898) see main entry Walter HOWSON

HOWSON, William Edwin (1826-1898) see main entry William Edwin HOWSON

HUBBARD, Mr. (Mr. HUBBARD)

Actor, vocalist

Active Hobart and Launceston, VDL (TAS), 1849

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Hubbard+actor+vocalist+1849 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-H-5.php#HUBBARD-Mr (shareable link to this entry)

Documentation:

[Advertisement], Colonial Times [Hobart, VDL (TAS)] (17 April 1849), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article8764802 

ROYAL VICTORIA THEATRE . . .
BENEFIT OF MISS LEE . . . Thursday next, the 19th instant . . .
SONG, "The Robbers of the Glen" - MR. HUBBARD . . .
R. RADFORD, Sole Proprietor; G. STUBBS, Manager.

ASSOCIATIONS: Clara Lee (performer); Robert Avis Radford (circus and theatre proprietor); Gibson Stubbs (actor, manager); Royal Victoria Theatre (Hobart venue)

[2 advertisements], The Cornwall Chronicle [Launceston, VDL (TAS)] (4 July 1849), 695

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article65978121 

ROYAL OLYMPIC THEATRE. Wednesday, July 4 . . .
SONG - MR. HUBBARD . . . J. H. S. LEE, MANAGER.

RADFORD'S ROYAL AMPHITHEATRE . . .
THURSDAY EVENING, JULY 5 . . . Song - MR. HUBBARD . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: John Herman Selwyn Lee (actor, manager); Olympic Theatre (Launceston venue); Royal Amphitheatre (Launceston venue)

[Advertisement], The Cornwall Chronicle (11 August 1849), 787

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article65976824 

RADFORD'S ROYAL AMPHITHEATRE.
FOR THE BENEFIT OF MR. HOLLOWAY. Monday, August 13, 1849 . . .
The Evening's Entertainments will commence with the Nautical Drama (with new Scenery and Dresses) of
THE SEA! THE SEA! Or, the Ocean Child.
After which, Master J. Baldwin will appear in an Act of Equestrianism, as "Love in a Tulip."
Mr. Holloway will sing his celebrated "Grape Vine Twist Melodies."
Dance, by Mrs. Haimes. An Act of Horsemanship, Mr. Mills.
Song, "Spirit of the Storm," Mr. Hubbard . . .
J. R. KENNEY, Manager.

ASSOCIATIONS: Edmund Holloway (actor, vocalist); James Richard Kenney (actor, manager)

MUSIC: The spirit of the storm (song)

"Radford's Circus", The Cornwall Chronicle (22 September 1849), 880

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article65976439 

The exertions of both managers have been in active requisition in the production of grand Spectacles . . . On Thursday evening, Rob Roy was acted (owing to the unsettled state of the weather) to rather a thin attendance. Mr. Lee, as Nicol Jarvie, and Mr. Hubbard, as Francis Osboldiston, acquitted themselves much to the satisfaction of their auditors . . .

[Advertisement], The Cornwall Chronicle (10 October 1849), 918

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article65977049 

ROYAL AMPHITHEATRE, YORK STREET . . .
FRIDAY EVENING, OCT. 12 . . . Comic Duet - Mrs. Moore and Mr. Hubbard . . .
J. R. KENNEY, Manager.

ASSOCIATIONS: Mrs. Moore (vocalist, actor)

HUDSON, Mr. (Mr. HUDSON)

Musician

Born c. 1831
Arrived Melbourne, VIC, March 1852 (per Emma Prescott, from Sydney, aged "21")

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-H-5.php#HUDSON-Mr-1852 (shareable link to this entry)

Documentation:

Names and descriptions of passengers per Emma Prescott, from Sydney, March 1852, for Melbourne; Public Record Office Victoria

https://prov.vic.gov.au/archive/63F36E90-FA01-11E9-AE98-7719AB5CD4F8?image=50 (DIGITISED)

. . . Mr. Hudson / 21 / Musician / English . . .

GEORGE HUDSON AND FAMILY (Sydney, NSW)

Go to main page:

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/hudson-george-and-family.php (shareable link to this entry)

HUDSON, George (George WALL; alias George HUDSON) see main entry George HUDSON

HUDSON, Eliza (Charlotte Elizabeth HUDSON; Mrs. George WALL) see main entry Eliza HUDSON

HUDSON, George (junior; Master HUSDON, junior; Mr. G. HUDSON junior; Mr. George WALL) see main entry George HUDSON (junior)

HUDSON, James (James HOLMES; alias James HUDSON; Mr. HUDSON)

Irish actor, comedian, vocalist

Born Dublin, March 1811
Married Amelia TYLER (1813-1882), Alverstoke, Hampshire, England, 25 February 1832
Arrived Melbourne, VIC, 23 February 1859 (per Result, from London, 26 November 1858, and Plymouth, 1 December)
Departed Melbourne, VIC, 10 January 1860 (per Suffolk, for London)
Died London, England, 6 March 1878, aged "67"

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=James+Hudson+1811-1878 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-H-5.php#HUDSON-James (shareable link to this entry)

HUDSON, Alfred (Alfred HOLMES; alias Alfred HUDSON)

Comedian, vocalist

Born June 1839; son of James HOLMES (HOWARD) and Amelia TYLER
Arrived Melbourne, VIC, 17 January 1859 (per Owen Glendower, from London, 20 October 1858)
Married Emma BROWN, VIC, 1869
Died Williamstown, VIC, 19 April 1912, aged "72 years and 10 months"