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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 July 2021, and newly added documentation (including genealogical data) and Trove tagging now brings the page content up to the end of 1860 close to completion.

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

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

ROACH, Charles (Charles ROACH)

Musician, teacher of pianoforte and singing

Active Adelaide, SA, 1859

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-R-2.php#ROACH-Charles (shareable link to this entry)

Documentation:

[Advertisement], South Australian Register (23 June 1859), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article49903197

MR. CHARLES ROACH, a Pupil of F. Rees [sic] and Mendelssohn-Bartholdy, in Dresden, is the honour to inform the Ladies and Gentlemen of Adelaide and vicinity of his intention to give LESSONS in PIANOFORTE-PLAYING and SINGING.
For particulars, apply to Mr. C. Gries, bookseller, 39, Rundle-street.

ASSOCIATIONS: ? Ferdinand Ries (teacher, musician; but died 1838)

ROACHE, John Smyly (John Smyly ROACHE; ROCHE)

Musician, cornet and cornopean player, bandsman (band of the 99th Regiment)

Born ? Ireland, c. 1825
Active Dublin, Ireland, 1841
Regiment active Australia, from 1843
Died Hobart, VDL (TAS), 29 September 1848, aged 23

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=John+Smyly+Roache+d1848 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-R-2.php#ROACHE-John-Smyly (shareable link to this entry)

ASSOCIATIONS: Band of the 99th Regiment

Documentation:

Pay-list, 99th Regiment, 1 April to 30 June 1845; Australian Joint Copying Project, from Records of the UK War Office

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-1688495572 (DIGITISED)

1499 / Roache, Smyly . . . [band not indicated]

[Advertisement], The Australian (29 November 1845), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article37154101

UNDER VERY DISTINGUISHED PATRONAGE. GRAND CONCERT. Mr. MARSH begs to announce that his Concert, will take place on WEDNESDAY EVENING, DECEMBER 3RD, AT THE ROYAL VICTORIA THEATRE . . . with Chorus and Orchestra, which will be full and complete, consisting of the following instruments in two New Overtures: -
. . . Cornet de Piston - Mr. J. Roche . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Stephen Hale Marsh (pianist, harpist, composer); the orchestra list in this advertisment includes by name most if not all of the band of the 99th regiment

"MRS. BUSHELLE'S FAREWELL CONCERT", The Australian (18 June 1846), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article37154914

. . . Having cursorily glanced at the performances of the fair sex, we must now do justice to the rougher portion of humanity - and first, the Band of the 99th Regiment. Their performances fully sustained their already well-earned reputation. The Railway Gallope was however the climax; but before we dismiss the subject we must make mention of the Solo on the Cornopean, by a Bandsman named Roach, which was beautifully executed, and which displayed a mastery over the instrument seldom equalled, if ever excelled . . .

"CONCERT", The Sydney Morning Herald (19 June 1846), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12887947

On Wednesday evening, the performance announced as Mrs. Bushelle's farewell Concert, took place in the Saloon of the Royal Hotel. It was attended by about 400 persons, among whom we observed His Honor Mr. Justice Therry, the Honorable Mr. Plunkett, Colonel Despard, and the officers of H. M. Ship Castor. The Saloon of the Royal Hotel is peculiarly unfitted for music, and the effect of an entertainment like that of Wednesday is considerably marred by this circumstance. It is equally unfitted for the expansion of sound, and for the accommodation of visitors. Indeed, a good music room is a desideratum in Sydney. The instrumental performances were under the direction of Mr. S. W. Wallace, the brother of the talented beneficiare, and were assisted by the splendid band of the 99th Regiment. The Overtures from La Fiancee (Auber) and Beethoven were well played, particularly the latter, but were lost in the long low room of the hotel . . . A solo by Mr. Wallace, on the violin, by Mr. Ellard on the pianoforte, by Mr. Hill (of the band of the 99th) on the flute, were all deserving of high commendation, but the gem of the evening as far as instrumental music goes, was a solo on the cornopeian, from Koenig, by a bandsman of the 99th Regiment. The perfect mastery displayed over his difficult instrument, even in the most rapid variations, in the beautiful air selected; the purity of the melody, and the rich depth of tone and expression, with which he wrapt the audience were a marvel to those acquainted with the difficulty of adapting this instrument to a solo performance in a concert room. Rapturous applause was the well-merited reward of the performer, not perhaps a little increased by the evident and becoming modesty with which he made his "first appearance." The whole of the performances closed with Julien's famous Railway Galope by the band of the 99th Regiment. As a specimen of art, of what music may be perverted to, this said galope is certainly very curious - the station bell rings - the engines begin to hiss and sputter - the shrill, discordant whistles scream, you almost fancy you hear the gentleman in the red coat coming round, "tickets, gentlemen, tickets;" - and then, as the full band breaks into music - away you go with the long train - first, second, and third class carriages, all in a line - "with a short uneasy motion" till you are half bewildered into a dream of Rugby, Wolverton, Weedon, or some well remembered station where you once intended to be set down. The Galope was performed to perfection - it pleased the multitude, and made us smile; but it certainly does not come under our definition of music . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Eliza Bushelle (soprano vocalist); Spencer Wellington Wallace (conductor, violin); Frederick Ellard (piano); Arthur Silvester Hill (flute, 99th Regiment)

Pay-list, 99th Regiment, 1 April to 30 June 1846; Australian Joint Copying Project, from Records of the UK War Office

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-1688832227 (DIGITISED)

1499 / Roache, Smyly / . . . Band

Pay-list, 99th Regiment, 1 April to 30 June 1847; Australian Joint Copying Project, from Records of the UK War Office

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-1687795407 (DIGITISED)

1499 / Roche, S. John / . . . [band not indicated]

"DEATHS", Launceston Examiner (4 October 1848), 6

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article36255737

On Friday, 29th September, at the Military Hospital, Hobart Town, John Smyly Roche, musician, 99th regiment of foot, in the 24th year of his age, deeply regretted by all his comrades.

Bibliography and resources:

Tablet commemorating John S. Roache and William J. A. Bromley, Anglesea Barracks Memorial Wall, Davey Street, Hobart; Monuments Australia

https://monumentaustralia.org.au/themes/people/military/display/70386-john-s.-roache-and-william-j.-a.-bromley- 

Sacred to the memory of John S Roache
Late of the band 99th Regt.
Who died on the 29th Septr 1848
Aged 23 years.

This stone was erected by his brother musicians as a tribute of respect.

Also Wm. Ja. Bromley Musician in the same Corps who departed this life
30th July 1855 aged 33 years.

Affection weeps heaven rejoices

B. & M. Chapman, Private John Smiley Roach (Roache), 99th Regiment, Australia's red-coat regiments

https://webarchive.nla.gov.au/awa/20200609043027/http://freepages.rootsweb.com/~garter1/history/john%20s%20Roache.htm

[Memorial plaque at Anglesea Barracks, Hobart]: Sacred to the memory of John S. ROACHE Late of the band 99th Regt. Who died on the 29th Septr 1848 Aged 23 years.

ROBBIO, Agostino (Agostino ROBBIO; Signor ROBBIO)

Musician, violinist ("pupil of the immortal Paganini")

Born c. 1820
Arrived Melbourne, VIC, 12 October 1862 (per Mary Ann Wilson, from Manilla, 9 July)
Departed Sydney, NSW, March 1863 (per Bogatyr, for New Caledonia)
Died London, England, 1898 (2nd quarter), aged "78"

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

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-R-2.php#ROBBIO-Agostino (shareable link to this entry)

THIS ENTRY IS A STUB ON PERSONNEL FIRST ACTIVE IN AUSTRALIA AFTER 1860

Summary:

Having left Australia in 1863, Robbio was the first concert violinist to visit Japan. He had visited Brazil as early as 1845. Later in life he was court violinist to the queen of Spain.

Documentation:

Before Australia (to 1862):

"NIZZA", Il Pirata (Giornale di letteratura, belle arti . . . ) 4/48 (14 December 1838), 197

http://books.google.com.au/books?id=gc5IAAAAcAAJ&pg=PA197

"ROYAL ITALIAN OPERA", London Evening Standard (18 August 1854), 3

https://www.britishnewspaperarchive.co.uk/viewer/bl/0000183/18540818/029/0003 (PAYWALL)

Mr. A. Harris, the stage manager at the Royal Italian Opera, had a benefit concert last night . . . The only novelty of the night was the debut of Signor Robbio, a new violinist, who is described as being a pupil of Paganini. He played twice, a concerto on themes by Bellini, and a "Valse Diabolique." Signor Robbio affects the ultra-illegitimate school. He has no other end in view than the whimsical and the absurd. In exploits of this class he is an undoubted master; and he performed feats upon the instrument which in fantastic and senseless extravagance have probably never been equalled. The air from the Sonnambula and other operas of Bellini he caricatured as they have never been caricatured before; though it was in the "valse" that the full extent of his facility in the arts of grimace was developed. He squeaked, moaned, grinned, sighed, and scratched with inconceivable dexterity. Few could refrain from laughing at the antics which he realised, the acquisition of which must have exacted toil ineffable. Music was never in our experience exposed to such varied and grotesque mockery, and with popular audiences Signor Robbio would be pronounced a god. His cleverness, no doubt, is unsurpassable, but so wilful and unrelieved a prostitution of talent we are glad to say is unique.

"M. JULLIEN'S CONCERTS", Morning Post [London] (31 October 1854), 5

https://www.britishnewspaperarchive.co.uk/viewer/bl/0000174/18541031/021/0005 (PAYWALL)

Drury-lane Theatre was crowded in every part last night by M. Jullien's admirers, who hailed their idol and his extraordinary music with a vociferous, fanciful, and exuberant enthusiasm peculiar to promenade concert audiences. Nearly two years have passed since M. Jullien quitted England to win fresh laurels in America, and that period has certainly served to increase his energy, and strengthen those powers of gesticulation for which he has long been notorious . . . but we must protest strongly against the introduction of Signor Robbio as a solo violinist, for he is a mere pretender, utterly beneath criticism, and well deserved to be hissed out of the orchestra . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Louis Jullien (conductor)

[News], Liverpool Mercury (16 January 1855), 4

https://www.britishnewspaperarchive.co.uk/viewer/bl/0000081/18550116/006/0004 (PAYWALL)

The numerous amateurs of good music will no doubt learn with satisfaction the arrival in this town of the favourite performer on the violin Signor Agostino Robbio. This excellent artiste, after having attracted the most enthusiastic ovations in all the capitals of Europe and America, has lately met the greatest applause, on his appearance at Mons. Jullien's concerts in Drury-lane. Signor Robbio, pupil of the late Signor Paganini, is known to be initiated into those extraordinary means with which that wonderful genius produced such magic effects. There is no doubt but our dilettanti will gladly attend the concerts which, at the earnest request of his friends, Signor Robbio intends to give in Liverpool.

"ISLE OF FRANCE", The Sydney Morning Herald (17 March 1860), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13037928

WE translate the following monthly summary of local intelligence at the Mauritius from the Mauricien newspaper of Tuesday, the 7th ultimo . . . A violinist of great merit, Il Signor Robbio, is at present giving concerts, which attract crowds of persons and afford great pleasure. The last of these concerts is to take place on Thursday next, and will not be less brilliant than those which have preceded it. M. Ali-Ben-Sou-Alle gave his farewell concert on Saturday . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Ali-Ben Sou-Alle (musician)

Australia (October 1862 to March 1863):

SHIPPING . . . ARRIVED", The Age (13 October 1862), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article154967568 

OCTOBER 12. Mary Ann Wilson, ship, 944 tons. J. H. Smith, from Manilla 9th July. Passengers - cabin: Messrs. A. Robbio and Edward Evanson. Michaelis, Boyd and Co, agents.

[News], The Argus (20 October 1862), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article6480464

A musical celebrity has recently arrived in this Colony, on a professional visit, whose credentials are of the highest order. We refer to Signor Robbio, a violinist, who may be remembered as having been introduced to a London audience by Mr. Harris, at the Royal Italian Opera, in 1851 [recte 1854]). A number of the Gazzetta di Genova, for March, 1838, is lying before us, in which Signor Robbio's successful début at the Genoese Academy is recorded; and it is added that he was the favourite pupil of Paganini, by whom his musical genius was regarded with so much approbation that the maestro presented young Robbio with a medal, and, what was of still greater value, devised him the master's own violin. Since then, Signor Robbio has visited every part of the civilized world, and seems to have been everywhere hailed as a great artiste . . .

"SIGNOR ROBBIO'S CONCERT", The Argus (29 November 1862), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article6481504

"SIGNOR ROBBIO'S CONCERT", The Sydney Morning Herald (20 December 1862), 13

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13071343

"MUSIC AND THE DRAMA", The Sydney Morning Herald (19 February 1863), 9

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13074476

. . . Coming to events of a more pretentious character, we have to note in the first place a concert given jointly by Messrs. Boulanger and Robbio. This took place in the Masonic Hall on the evening of the 10th instant, in the presence of a very numerous and fashionable audience. The performance commenced with a grand trio by Beethoven in C minor (for piano, violin, and violon cello), a beautiful and elaborate composition in which the united talent of M. Boulanger on the piano-forte, Signor Robbio on the violin, and Mr. Edward Deane on the violoncello, was made conspicuous, and hailed with well deserved applause . . . The concert terminated with the "Valse Diabolique", by Signor Robbio, the composition [his own] being most effectively rendered. . . . At the present time, Signor Robbio is fulfilling a short engagement at the Lyceum Theatre, the management of that establishment having conceived the idea that they would be doing good service by familiarising the humbler classes with performances at once so refined and elevating as those which have placed the name of Robbio so high upon the scroll of distinguished musicians.

ASSOCIATIONS: Edward Boulanger (piano); Edward Deane (cello)

"NEW SOUTH WALES", The Cornwall Chronicle [Launceston, TAS] (1 April 1863), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article72196609

The Russian screw corvette Bogatyr has sailed for New Caledonia. Signor Robbio is on board, a guest of Admiral Popoff.

"THE WEEK", Leader [Melbourne, VIC] (18 April 1863), 11

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article197290021 

. . . The Bogatyr carried with her from Sydney two distinguished musicians - Signor Robbio, the violinist; and Monsieur Boulanger, the pianist. The latter, we understand, took French leave of his wife, with whom he was upon uncomfortable terms.

After Australia (1863-98):

"EPISODES OF A VOYAGE ROUND THE WORLD BY MARQUIS CHISHOLM", Greenock Advertiser [Scotland] (11 July 1868), 1

https://www.britishnewspaperarchive.co.uk/viewer/bl/0000970/18680711/004/0001 (PAYWALL)

. . . A few days after arriving in Nagasaki, I gave a return concert (where I was again joined by Signor Robbio, who bad been the guest of the Russian admiral during my absence at Yokohama), and was somewhat sorry to perceive that may audience were all armed with swords and pistols. In this disturbed state of the community, I resolved to spend the winter in China . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Marquis Chisholm (pianist)

"MUSIC", Pall Mall Gazette (20 June 1884), 3-4

https://www.britishnewspaperarchive.co.uk/viewer/bl/0000098/18840620/004/0002 (PAYWALL)

. . . By the way, we [4] hear that Signor Robbio, once a favourite violinist, now, through money losses (as usual) is again before the public, and has come to London. He is seventy years old. Few people are likely to remember one of the most poetic artists of his day, who received the usual quantity of snuff-boxes and diamond pins from crowned heads - "long, long, ago." . . .

[News], The Queen [London] (25 April 1896), 41

https://www.britishnewspaperarchive.co.uk/viewer/bl/0002627/18960425/266/0041 (PAYWALL)

The third assembly of the Ladies' League of Kindness was held by Mrs. Farmer at Gloucester-gardens, Hyde Park, W., on the 20th inst. . . . Signor Robbio (pupil of Paganini) played the opening morceau, accompanied by Mlle. Van Noorden, from "Lucrezia Borgia," with the purity of tone and continuous cantabile which that style of music requires, and in "La Prière de Moise" (arranged by Paganini) the powerful notes he produced were equally remarkable, and it was difficult to realise that it was on one string, and on a violin that had been given by the great maestro to his pupil, Agostino Robbio, when only fourteen. The climax of enthusiasm was reached by the audience they heard the marvellous technique with which the "Carnival of Venice" was rendered . . .

Bibliography and resources:

Francesco Regli, Storia del violino in Piemente (Torino: Enrico Dalmazzo, 1863), 192

http://books.google.com.au/books?id=V08pAAAAYAAJ&pg=PA192 (DIGITISED)

Un fiore ad Agostino Robbio, allievo dell'Istituto musicale di Genova. Fornito di molta facilità e di flessibile ingegno, intraprese di buon'ora la carriera dei Concerti. Comò luminose vittorie nella Spagna, ed ora miete allori in America.

ROBERTS, Arthur R. (Arthur Robert Edwards Philpott ROBERTS; A. R. ROBERTS)

Musician (pupil of Hullah), bandmaster

Born Maidstone, Kent, c. 1838; son of David and Sarah ROBERTS
Arrived Auckland, NZ, 26 September 1857 (per Motoaka, from London)
Arrived Sydney, NSW, 20 June 1861 (per Lord Ashley, from Nelson, New Zealand, 12 June)
Died Maitland, NSW, 21 February 1898, aged 60

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-R-2.php#ROBERTS-Arthur-Robert (shareable link to this entry)

THIS ENTRY IS A STUB ON PERSONNEL FIRST ACTIVE IN AUSTRALIA AFTER 1860

Documentation:

"Death of Mr. A. R. Roberts", The Maitland Daily Mercury (22 February 1898), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article123674948

. . . The deceased gentleman, who was 60 years of age last May, was an old colonist. Born in Maidstone, Kent, England, he was educated at Chelsea College, London, where he was fortunate in receiving personal instruction in mathematics from the noted Dr. Colenso, and in music from Hullah. Passing a competitive examination required by the New Zealand Government, he landed in that colony in 1857. After some three years of teaching in New Zealand, Mr. Roberts came over to New South Wales in 1861, and for 34 years he was connected with the Education Department, in the capacity of head master at various schools on the South Coast, in New England, and in this district. While stationed at Scone, Mr. Roberts was correspondent for the Mercury. . . . He was very fond of music, and was a good performer on different instruments. He was for some time an organist in England, and he initiated a band in Inverell and in Walcha, and personally instructed the members.

ASSOCIATIONS: John Hullah (singing master); John Colenso (mathematician)

"Death of Mr. A. R. Roberts", The Maitland Weekly Mercury (26 February 1898), 10

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article126322411

ROBERTSHAW, Richard (Richard ROBERTSHAW; Richard ROBERSHAW [sic])

Musician, ininerant musician, fiddler, violinist, convict, police constable (VDL)

Born Somers Town, London, England, 1814; baptised St. Pancras, 16 January 1814; son of William and Elizabeth ROBERTSHAW
Convicted Old Bailey, London, 6 January 1831 (sentenced to death, commuted to life transportation)
Arrived Hobart Town, VDL (TAS), 15 November 1831 (convict per Strathfieldsay, from London, 2 August)
Active Adelaide, SA, 1850; Melbourne, VIC, 1852

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Richard+Robertshaw+b1814 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-R-2.php#ROBERTSHAW-Richard (shareable link to this entry)

Documentation:

Baptisms solemnized in the parish of St. Pancras in the county of Middlesex in the year 1814; register 1813-20, page 103; London Metropolitan Archive

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/1558/images/31280_194988-00059 (PAYWALL)

No. 819 / January 16th / Richard Son of / William and Elizabeth / Robertshaw / Somers Town / Piano forte maker / . . .

Trial of Richard Robertshaw, housebreaking, 6 January 1831; Old Bailey online

https://www.digitalpanopticon.org/life?id=obpt18310106-3 

https://www.oldbaileyonline.org/browse.jsp?div=t18310106-3 

https://www.oldbaileyonline.org/images.jsp?doc=183101060004 (DIGITISED)

275. RICHARD ROBERTSHAW was indicted for feloniously breaking and entering the dwelling-house of Edward Pritchett, on the 22nd of December, at St. Martin in the Fields, and stealing therein 48 pairs of gloves, value 6l., the goods of the said Edward Pritchett . . . One witness gave the prisoner a good character.
GUILTY - DEATH. Aged 16. Recommended to Mercy by the Prosecutor, on account of his youth.

Convict record, Robertshaw Richard, per Strathfieldsay, 1831; Tasmanian names index; NAME_INDEXES:1429951; CON27/1/5

https://stors.tas.gov.au/NI/1429951

https://stors.tas.gov.au/CON31-1-37$init=CON31-1-37P78 (DIGITISED)

746 / Robertshaw Richard / Strathfieldsay 15 Nov'r 1831 / Middlesex 6 january 1831 Life / . . .
Free Pardon . . . 8 June 1843

[Notice], The Courier [Hobart, TAS] (9 June 1843), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2952590 

GOVERNMENT NOTICE. No. 139. Colonial Secretary's Office, 8th June, 1843.
Memorandum of Free Pardon has been ordered for 746 Richard Robertshaw, per Strathfieldsay, until Her Majesty's pleasure be known.
By His Excellency's command, J. E. BICHENO.

"SUPREME COURT. CRIMINAL SIDE . . . Friday, March 15", South Australian Gazette and Mining Journal (16 March 1850), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article195939584 

Richard Robershaw was charged with stealing a waistcoat and gold breast-pin, the property of Ludwig W. Watemath, on the 27th of November last The prisoner pleaded not guilty. It appeared that the prisoner, who was an itinerant fiddler, called with a companion at the public-house kept by Waltemath. He went through the bar into a room adjoining the prosecutor's bedroom. When he returned he said he was taken very ill. He was very polite, shook hands, and looked particularly friendly. After he was gone the robbery was discovered, and Sergeant Lorymer found the waistcoat and pin in a bundle of clothes belonging to the prisoner in his bed room at the Launceston Hotel. A free pardon after sentence of transportation for life, and several testimonials as to character, were in the bundle. The owner of the stolen property had since gone to California, but his father swore to the same facts as deposed by him at the Police-office. Prisoner, in defence, said he never saw the articles till Sergeant Lorymer produced them in Court. The jury found the prisoner guilty, and his Honor sentenced him to imprisonment for four months with hard labour, remarking that the testimonials found upon him alone saved him from transportation.

"SUPREME COURT - CRIMINAL SITTINGS. Friday March 15th", Adelaide Observer (16 March 1850), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article159532891 

Richard Robershaw was indicted for steeling one waistcoat and one gold pin, value 3Os, the property of Ludwig W. Waltermath, on the 27th November. Mr Stephen for the prisoner.
_ Waltermath, sen., father of the private prosecutor, deposed that his son kept a public-house in Gouger-street, on the 27th November last. Prisoner applied for permission to play the fiddle there; he began to talk about old tunes, the wars of Napoleon, and suchlike; he afterwards said he was not well, and must go out into the yard; he held his hands before his stomach. After a little he came back, and appeared to be well; he had before been drinking nobblers, but afterwards called for ginger-beer. Prisoner insisted on shaking hands all round. Was immoderately friendly at leaving. Witness's son wanted his waistcoat, but it was gone, identified as vest produced as the property of his son. Never saw the pin produced before; did not like his son to wear such things. The prisoner had ample opportunity to go unobserved into the bed-room.
By the prisoner - There were several people drinking in the house after you left. You remained about half an hour, but he (witness) would not exactly say how long you went away about dinner time.
William Raven, landlord of the Launceston Hotel, stated that the prisoner, who had formerly lodged with him, returned again on the 27th November; he brought a bundle with him; next day the police came and overhauled the bundle; a person who was with them identified the waistcoat produced as his property.
By the prisoner - Other persons could have had access to the bde-room, but you were the only person that slept there that night.
Police Sergeant Lorymer stated that Waldemar, the younger, reported a robbery to him (witness) and described a person whom be suspected. Witness recognised the prisoner's descrjption, and took him into custody shortly after. In his bundle, at the last witness's house, the waistcoat and gold pin produced were found; also several documents consisting of letters, testimonials of character, and a certificate of freedom from the authorities in Van Dieman's Land.
The prisouer said it was not at all likely that he should have announced his profession at the public-house, if he had an intention to rob it.
His Honor repeated the evidence, directing the jury that there was no proof as to the ownership of the gold pin; and the only question for them was if the prisoner had stolen the waistcoat.
The jury, after a short consultation, returned a verdict of guilty of stealing a waistcoat.
His Honor asked the prisoner if he had anything to say.
The prisoner again protested his innocence. In reply to his Honor he said that some of the written testimonials of characters produced were obtained from situations he filled since he became free.
His Honor, in consequence of the proofs of good conduct, sentenced the prisoner to four months' imprisonment with hard labour. His Honor added that he had some misgivings that the prisoner was scarcely deserving of such leniency, but he (his Honor) took into consideration the length time he had been imprisoned previous to trial.

[Advertisement], The Argus (18 March 1852), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4783864 

TO CAPTAIN WOOD, Of the Barque Sea Queen.
SIR, - We, the undersigned, steerage passengers on board your vessel, from Adelaide to this Port, beg most respectfully by this means to testify our sense of the hospitable treatment we have received on board . . .
We are, Sir, Yours respectfully, . . . Richard Robertshaw . . .

ROBERTS, Annie (Annie Emma ROBERTS; Annie Eugenie ROBERTS; Mrs. Patrick O'CONNER)

Pianist

Born Brisbane, QLD, 31 March 1864; daughter of William Barker ROBERTS (d. 1865) and Asenath ELWORTHY (d. 1922)
Active Sydney, NSW, by 1878
Married Patrick O'CONNOR, Sydney, NSW, 21 April 1887
Died Rose Bay, NSW, 16 March 1944

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-R-2.php#ROBERTS-Annie (shareable link to this entry)

THIS ENTRY IS A STUB ON PERSONNEL FIRST ACTIVE IN AUSTRALIA AFTER 1860

Documentation:

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (4 December 1878), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article28391729

"AMUSEMENTS", The Sydney Morning Herald (7 December 1878), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article28391158

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (13 December 1882), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13522790

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (17 November 1883), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13545647

"MUSICIAN OF FORMER DAYS DEAD", The Sydney Morning Herald (25 March 1944), 12

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article17874403

Mrs. Annie O'Connor, a prominent musician in the Sydney of the 1880's, has died at her Rose Bay home. Born in Brisbane 78 years ago, she was the daughter of William Roberts, manager of Christopher Newton's warehouse, and of Asenath Elworthy, niece of George Elworthy, of Sydney, and granddaughter of Major-General Elworthy, of Exeter, England. She studied the piano under Charles Packer and Sydney Moss, and showed such marked promise that at the early age of nine she played at a concert given by Madame Ilma Di Murska. Later she was among those who played at the Garden Palace Exhibition in 1879. Mrs. O'Connor is survived by a son and two daughters.

ASSOCIATIONS: Charles Sandys Packer (teacher); Sydney Moss (teacher); Ilma de Murska (vocalist)

ROBERTS, David (David ROBERTS; Mr. D. ROBERTS)

Bookbinder

Born London, England, 9 December 1811; baptised St. Leonard's, Shoreditch, 5 January 1812; son of Robert ROBERTS (1771-1847) and Mary SMITH (b. 1775) Married Harriet WOLFE (d. 1872), St. Mary, Islington, 8 October 1836
Active Sydney, NSW, by 1863
Died (suicide) Sydney, NSW, 18 April 1875, aged "62"

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Documentation:

Register of baptisms, St. Leonard's, Shoreditch, 1810-12; London Metropolitan Archives

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/1624/images/31281_a101340-00086 (PAYWALL)

David Roberts S. of Robert & Mary Roberts of Holywell row, born Dec'r 9th / [baptised] 5 [January 1812]

Marriages solemnized in the parish of St. Mary, Islington, in the year 1836; register 1831-36, page 295; London Metropolitan Archives

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/1623/images/31280_199049-00157 (PAYWALL)

No. 883 / David Roberts of this parish bachelor and Harriet Wolfe of the same parish spinster
were married in the church by banns this [8 October 1836]

England census, 6 June 1841; St. Luke, City Road, Middlesex; UK National Archives, HO 107 / 666 / 6

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/8978/images/MDXHO107_665_666-0543 (PAYWALL)

Galway Street / David Roberts / 29 / J. Bookbinder / [born Middlesex]
Harriet [Roberts] / 25 / - [born Middlesex] // Harriet [Roberts] / 2

England census, 30 March 1851, St. Leonard, Shoreditch; UK National Archives, HO 107 / 1534

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/8860/images/MDXHO107_1533_1534-0558 (PAYWALL)

5 Old Street Road / David Roberts / Head / 39 / Bookbinder / [born] London
Harriet [Roberts] / 37 // Harriet / 12 // Robert / 7 // John / 5 // Henry / 2

List of Emigrants per ship Hanover . . . Sent by the Family Colonization Loan Society, 1854; State Records Authority of NSW

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/1204/images/32091_223789__0001-00021 (PAYWALL)

Robert Davie / 41 / Bookbinder // Harriet / 43 / Bookfolder // Harriet / 13 // Robert / 10 // John / 8 // Henry / 6 // Emily / 6 mths

Sands's Sydney directory 1863

Roberts, David, bookbinder, 284 Pitt-street

"COLONIAL INDUSTRY. No. VIII. BOOKBINDING AND ACCOUNT BOOK MAKING", Empire (30 July 1864), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article60557075 

. . . The business of Mr. Roberts, of 284, Pitt-street, which has been carried on for ten years in the colony, employs eight persons in the various departments. There are two standing presses, five laying presses, a guillotine, boarding-machine, paging-machine, a small punching press. A great deal is done here in the way of account book making . . .

"DEATH THROUGH FALLING FROM A WINDOW", The Sydney Morning Herald (20 April 1875), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13354727 

The City Coroner held an inquest at his office, yesterday morning, concerning the cause of death of a man named David Roberts, who died at the infirmary on Sunday morning from injuries which he received by falling from a window. Robert Roberts, the son of the deceased, deposed that he was a bookbinder and lived at No. 284, Pitt-street; the deceased was aged 62 years, a bookbinder by trade, and a native of London; he had been in the colony between twenty-one and twenty two years; he was a widower, and has left three sons and two daughters; previous to last Tuesday he resided at Bourke St, Surry Hills . . . The jury found that the deceased came by his death in consequence of injuries occasioned by him throwing himself from the top story window of his son's residence while in a state of temporary insanity.

"DEATHS", The Sydney Morning Herald (20 April 1875), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13354712 

ROBERTS. - April 16, David Roberts, aged 62 years.

"FUNERALS", The Sydney Morning Herald (20 April 1875), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13354735 

THE FRIENDS of the late Mr. DAVID ROBERTS, Bookbinder, Pitt-street, are respectfully invited to attend his Funeral; to move from his residence, Bourke-street, Surry Hills, opposite the Iron Church, THIS AFTERNOON, at 3 o'clock. R. STEWART, Undertaker, Bathurst-street.

Works:

The Australian musical album for 1863 (Sydney: J. R. Clarke, 1863)

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/12718246 

http://nla.gov.au/nla.mus-an5350560 (DIGITISED)

"THE AUSTRALIAN MUSICAL ALBUM FOR 1863", Freeman's Journal (21 January 1863), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article115429087 

This publication has just been issued by Mr. J. R. Clarke, of George-street, and it in every way reflects the highest credit on the colony; as being able to produce works, well able to bear comparison with the London publications . . . But that which displays most the progress of the colony in its ability to turn out work equal to home manufactures is the style in which Mr. D. Roberts, of Pitt-street, has bound the volumes. They are in cloth lettered and gilt edges, and in style and finish far surpass the way in which works are prepared for the colonial market. They are equal in every respect to any cloth volume we have seen issued from any London House, and while such is the case, we can congratulate the public in being able to have their works turned out in the creditable manner in which Mr. Roberts has done the Musical Album for the current year.

ASSOCIATES: Jacob Richard Clarke (music publisher)

ROBERTS, Edith Annie (Edith Annie ROBERTS)

Amateur composer, pianist

Born London, England, 1847; baptised St. Philip, Islington, 14 December 1847; daughter of William George Roberts (c. 1814-1876) and Margaret ?
Arrived Melbourne, VIC, December 1854 (per Sussex, aged "7")
Died East Melbourne, VIC, 15 February 1924, aged "76"

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Summary:

She was a daughter of William George Roberts (c. 1814-1876) and his wife Margaret (d. 1901), who arrived in Victoria with their family on the Sussex in December 1854.

Her parents, who were proprietors of a Ladies Institute in Hotham Street, East Melbourne, published her The royal Galatea waltz, which first appeared in November 1867, celebrating the visit of prince Alfred, the duke of Edinburgh. It went into several "editions" (in fact, reprints), including (as advertised) a third, a fourth, and, by February 1869, a sixth.

Documentation:

Baptisms solemnized in the parish of St. Philip, Clerkenwell, in the county of Middlesex in the year 1847; register, 1834-84, page 88; London Metropolitan Archives

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/1558/images/31280_198578-00057 (PAYWALL)

No. 697 / 1847 Dec 17th / Edith Annie / [daughter of] William George [and] Margaret / Roberts / 21 Granville Square / Merchant . . .

England census, 30 March 1851, Clerkenwell; UK National Archives, HO 107 / 1517

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/8860/images/MDXHO107_1517_1517-0044 (PAYWALL)

21 Granville Sq're / Wm. Geo. Roberts / Head / 37 / Wholesale Silk Warehousman / [born] Prussia . . .
Margaret [Roberts] / Wife / 28 / School Mistress / [born] St. Paul's Church Yard
Edith Annie / 3 // Lillian Margaret / 1 . . .

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

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

LADIES' INSTITUTE, Sydenham House; Hotham-street, East Melbourne. Principals - Mr. and Mrs. WILLIAM GEORGE ROBERTS. Established 1855 for first-class education. Vacancies for two boarders.

[Advertisement], The Argus (31 October 1867), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5782135

ROYAL GALATEA WALTZ, by Edith Annie Roberts, Ladies' Institute, East Melbourne, now ready musicsellers, 3s.

[News], The Argus (1 November 1867), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5782280

A waltz, entitled "The Royal Galatea Waltz," has been published for the composer, Miss Edith Annie Roberts, a young lady of Melbourne. It was written in honour of the Duke of Edinburgh, under whose grandfather (the Duke of Kent) the composer's father served as surgeon in the 1st Regiment, or "Royal Scots". On this occasion we shall only acknowledge receipt of the publication.

[News], The Argus (4 November 1867), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5782479

The arrival at Adelaide of H.R.H. Prince Alfred has forwarded the "Duke of Edinburgh fever" - which, of course, is only a natural consequence of extreme loyalty - another stage. The "crisis" is close at hand. Amongst others, the musical world seems to be breaking out all over in a rash of loyal compositions, variously named after the expected Royal visitor, or the noble frigate that is conveying him to our shores. A "Duke of Edinburgh Galop" we had occasion to notice before, and the receipt of "The Galatea Waltz," by Miss Roberts, was acknowledged in our columns a few days ago. Since then a copy of "The Prince Alfred Waltz," by Mr. G. Loder, has reached us, and these are, doubtlessly, but the forerunners of many more. Miss Roberts's composition lays, of course, no claim to superiority. Being the first effort of a young lady of "sweet seventeen," who, moreover, has received her education in Melbourne, the "Galatea Waltz" may be pronounced a very creditable beginning, entitling its young composer to a well-deserved word of praise. An attentive study of the better class of dance-music, as for instance Strauss, Labinsky's [Labitzky], or Gungl's would, however, teach Miss Roberts, if it is her intention to cultivate her talent in that direction, to invest her composition with some pleasing but distinctive air, worked out appropriately in dancing-time. From Mr. Loder, who is a well-known professional musician, we expected something better than the meaningless, wishy-washy stuff he has strung together, and invested with the somewhat pretentious title of "Australia's Greeting; the Prince Alfred Waltz." It is to be regretted that Mr. Loder has not, in honour of the distinguished visitor, thought fit to put his best foot foremost, and produce something more worthy of the occasion and the musical talent of Australia.

ASSOCIATIONS: George Loder (composer), and his The prince Alfred waltz

[Advertisement], The Argus (30 January 1868), 6

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5789914

LADIES' INSTITUTE, Sydenham-house, Hotham-street, East Melbourne. Principals, Mr. and Mrs. W. G. Roberts, established 1855, to impart a polite and superior education on enlightened principles, comprising pure elocution, composition, languages (continental accent), music, drawing, dancing.

[Advertisement], The Argus (1 February 1869), 4s

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5826960

ROYAL GALATEA WALTZ, sixth edition, by Edith Annie Roberts. "Fresh, sparkling, lively;" see Australasian. Musicsellers, 3s.

[News], The Argus (11 March 1869), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5832119

The following is the programme to be played by the band of the 14th Regiment in the Botanical-gardens, this afternoon, from four to six o'clock: Quadrille, "Macbeth," Huzog ; selection, "Romeo et Juliet," Gounod; Overture, "Norma," Bellini; waltz, "Royal Galatea," Edith Roberts; selection, "Gemma de Vergy," Donizetti; galop, "Gleam of Sunshine," Miller.

ASSOCIATIONS: Band of the 14th Regiment

[Advertisement], The Argus (1 November 1870), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5837175

ABBOTSFORD MAGDALEN ASYLUM.
A GRAND CONCERT, Under the direction of HERR L. COLLIN,
Will take place in ST. GEORGE'S HALL, THURSDAY EVENING, NOVEMBER 3,
In aid of the ABBOTSFORD MAGDALEN ASYLUM.
Principal Vocalists - Mrs. Smythe (Miss Amelia Bailey); Mrs. S. Gibbons; Miss Bassett; Mrs. Schaw; Mr. E. Amery; Mr. H. Hallam; Mr. D. A. Beaumont/
Solo Clarionet - Herr Lundberg (by kind permission of Messrs. Harwood and Co.)
Solo Pianists, Miss Pauline Terlechi and Herr L. Collin,
Accompanists, Miss Edith Roberts and Mr. F. Towers.
Overture to "Semiramide," arranged for Eight Pianos, and will be performed by 10 young lady amateurs.
Offenbach's comic Opera, ORPHEE AUX ENFERS, By select band and chorus of 60 performers . . .
Leader of the Orchestra - Mr. E King . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Leopold Collin (conductor); Frederick Wilson Towers (piano); Amelia Bailey (soprano vocalist); Edwin Amery (vocalist); Daniel Beaumont (vocalist); John William Lundborg (clarinet); Edward King (violin, leader)

"SHIPPING AND COMMERCE", Leader (19 June 1875), 14

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article197941523 

Northumberland, s., 2342, Henry Herbert Shinner, for London. Passengers - saloon: . . . Miss Edith Roberts . . .

"DEATHS", The Argus (18 February 1924), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article1936481 

ROBERTS - On the 15th February Edith Annie, dearly beloved eldest daughter of the late William George Roberts, of Sydenham House, Hotham-street, East Melbourne (Interred privately, Boroondara Cemetery, February 16.)

Musical works:

The royal Galatea waltz composed by Edith Annie Roberts (Melbourne: W. G. Roberts, Ladies Institute, [1867]

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/13527191 

ASSOCIATIONS: Charles Troedel (lithographer, cover and ? music)

ROBERTS, George (George ROBERTS)

Amateur musician, carpenter, coach builder

Born Donhead, Wiltshire, England, 1815; baptised St. Mary, Donhead, 14 November 1815; son of Richard ROBERTS and Charlotte MAIDMENT
Married Eliza MAIDMENT (1818-1865), St. Mary, Donhead, 29 September 1839
Arrived Melbourne, VIC, ? by c. 1841
Died Collingwood, VIC, September 1879, aged 78

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Documentation:

1839, marriage solemnized Sept. 29th in the church of Donhead in the county of Wilts; register 1837-1903, page 9; Wiltshire Council

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/61189/images/45582_263021009496_1159-00018 (PAYWALL)

No. 17 / September 29 / George Roberts / 21 / Batchelor / Carpenter / Donhead / [son of] Richard Roberts / Farmer
Eliza Maidment / 21 / Spinster / Dressmaker / Donhead / [daughter of] John Maidment / Carpenter . . .

"Deaths", The Age (30 September 1879), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article199369036 

ROBERTS. - On the 29th of September, at his residence, Dorset House, No. 37 Hoddle-street, Collingwood, Mr. George Roberts, for many years of the firm of Roberts and Ferguson, wheelwrights and blacksmiths, aged sixty-three years. He leaves a large circle of friends to deplore his loss.

"OLD TOWN BANDS", The Herald (23 June 1883), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article241140145 

. . . A second and more select band was organised in 1841, of which the Messrs. Middlemiss, Mr. Stainsby and Mr. Roberts of a well-known firm Roberts and Fergusson were members, but though less eventful than Tickle's, it came to an end by the removal of members to the country and other causes . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Robert Stainsby (musician); Mr. Middlemiss (musician); John Tickle (musician)

ROBERTS FAMILY, DANCING MASTERS AND MUSICIANS

ROBERTS, Henry (Henry ROBERTS)

Dancing master, musician, violinist, cellist

Born London, England, 1816; baptised St. Marylebone, 16 October 1816; son of George ROBERTS and Jane WATERS
Active Bathurst, NSW, by January 1845
Married Ellen Munton STANBROUGH (1811-1890), Kelso, NSW, 1845
Arrived Launceston, TAS, 28 March 1850 (per William, from Sydney)
Died Melbourne, VIC, 26 July 1898, aged "82"

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ROBERTS, George Thomas (George Thomas ROBERTS; G. T. ROBERTS; Mr. ROBERTS junior)

Dancing master, musician, violinist, cellist

Born Bathurst, NSW, 1845; son of Henry ROBERTS and Ellen Munton STANBROUGH
Arrived Launceston, TAS, 28 March 1850 (per William, from Sydney)
Married Clara Pauline DEAKIN (d. 1936), Ballarat, VIC, 1881
Died Ringwood, VIC, 1928, aged "83"

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ROBERTS, William Henry (William Henry ROBERTS; W. H. ROBERTS)

Dancing master, musician, composer

Born Abercrombie, NSW, 1849; son of Henry ROBERTS and Ellen Munton STANBROUGH
Arrived Launceston, TAS, 28 March 1850 (per William, from Sydney)
Died Carlton, VIC, 1927

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ROBERTS, Frank (Francis Stanbrough ROBERTS; Frank ROBERTS)

Dancing master, teacher of dancing

Born Launceston, TAS, 3 July 1851; baptised St. John's, Launceston, 11 January 1851; son of Henry ROBERTS and Ellen Munton STANBROUGH

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ROBERTS, Caroline (Caroline Elizabeth ROBERTS; Miss Caroline ROBERTS; Miss ROBERTS)

Dancing master, teacher of dancing

Born Launceston, TAS, 1853; daughter of Henry ROBERTS and Ellen Munton STANBROUGH
Died East Melbourne, VIC, 1929

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Documentation:

Baptisms solemnized in the parish of St. Mary-le-bone, in the county of Middlesex, in the year [1816]; register 1816-19, page 252; London Metropolitan Archives

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/1558/images/31280_194654-00145 (PAYWALL)

No. 2016 / [October 16] / Henry / [son of] George & Jane / Roberts / Trade . . .

Bathurst, NSW (1845-49):

"BATHURST . . . SCHOOLS", The Sydney Morning Herald (15 April 1845), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12878752 

Mr. Roberts, who in January last, opened school in the premises, before occupied by Mr. Mead, has relinquished scholastic business, and, we understand, intends in future to devote himself to teaching dancing and music; thus a favourable opportunity is open for any clever and well qualified person: Mr. Mead was all this, and looked the schoolmaster of the old school; his merits were soon duly appreciated, and he met with very liberal patronage and support; and it was a subject of much regret with the parents of youth, who had been placed under his tuition, when this gentleman relinquished the school; many boys were sent to Sydney, and we know with much reluctance by their parents, who would be most anxious to avoid sending their children this distance from home, and we are quite satisfied that any really well qualified and clever person could not fail of success.

[News], The Sydney Morning Herald (21 November 1846), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12900283

On Monday evening, another party was invited by Mr. Lawson to meet his Excellency [Fitzroy], which was numerously attended; after which a ball Dancing was kept up until a late hour-the party did not separate until four A.M. The music was provided by Mr. Roberts, of the town of Bathurst, and did him much credit, and gave general satisfaction.

"NEWS FROM THE INTERIOR. BATHURST . . . RELIEF OF THE DISTRESSED IRISH AND SCOTCH", The Sydney Morning Herald (9 August 1847), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12890919 

We are glad to find that a stir has at length been made to get up a public meeting . . . Independent of the above meeting, other means are in contemplation for adding to the fund - active measures are taking to get up a ball, many of the publicans and confectioners having offered to provide refreshments. Mr. Popelara has promised to give the use of his long room, and Mr. Roberts, music and dancing master, has volunteered to attend gratuitously with his band. The whole proceeds of such tickets as may be sold will be contributed to the fund; a concert is also on the tapis with the same object.

"BATHURST . . . MUTUAL IMPROVEMENT SOCIETY", The Sydney Morning Herald (5 August 1845), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12881335 

A Society under this denomination bus lately been set on foot by some respectable individuals in our town . . . there are already several members enrolled, who at present hold their meetings in the Scotch school-room; several lectures have been delivered, and amongst others one by Mr. W. K. Hull, on the Life and Character of Cardinal Wolsey . . . Another was delivered by R. Machattie, Esq., Surgeon, on Chemistry . . . Mr. Roberts delivered a lecture on music, but was not very successful.

"BATHURST", Bell's Life in Sydney and Sporting Reviewer (12 September 1846), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article59765545 

The art of dancing is becoming familiar to the young people of Bathurst, under the tuition of Mr. H. Roberts. We are happy to hear of his success, considering an easy and graceful deportment most essential. We understand that his style gives great satisfaction among the elite of this vicinity. We would suggest a juvenile ball, which would tend much to their improvement.

"BATHURST. THE GOVERNOR'S ARRIVAL", The Sydney Morning Herald (21 November 1846), 3 supplement

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12900283 

On Friday, the 13th, about two P.M., His Excellency the Governor and Lady Mary Fitz Roy . . . came in sight of our splendid plains, and in about an hour after reached the residence of William Lawson, Esq., jun., who had provided for their comfort, convenience, and accommodation during their temporary sojourn at Bathurst . . . On Monday evening, another party was invited by Mr. Lawson to meet his Excellency, which was numerously attended; after which a ball. Dancing was kept up until a late hour - the party did not separate until four A.M. The music was provided by Mr. Roberts, of the town of Bathurst, and did him much credit, and gave general satisfaction . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Charles and Mary Fitzroy (governor and wife)

"BATHURST . . . RELIEF OF THE DISTRESSED IRISH AND SCOTCH", The Sydney Morning Herald (9 August 1847), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12890919 

We are glad to find that a stir has at length been made to get up a public meeting . . . to be held at Popelara's Inn, on Wednesday, the 11th instant, at one o'clock, which we trust will be numerously attended, and that liberal subscriptions will testify that the Bathurstonians and Kelsonians have some sympathy for the sufferings of their fellow-creatures. Independent of the above meeting, other means are in contemplation for adding to the fund - active measures are taking to get up a ball, many of the publicans and confectioners having offered to provide refreshments. Mr. Popelara has promised to give the use of his long room, and Mr. Roberts, music and dancing master, has volunteered to attend gratuitously with his band. The whole proceeds of such tickets as may be sold will be contributed to the fund; a concert is also on the tapis with the same object.

"THE ANNIVERSARY", Bathurst Advocate (5 February 1848), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article62045217 

It is seldom that there is much notice taken here of this holiday [26 January], and there was less this, than some former years. A few of the public houses displayed flags, and in the evening two or three of them had music. Mr. Roberts, music and dancing master, attempted to get up a ball at Mrs. Black's Inn, but this proved a failure, as he could not dispose of a sufficient number of tickets to justify venturing on the necessary expenses; in fact, to attempt to get up an amusement of the kind here, it will be found necessary to confine the affair to a certain class - for instance, if a tradesman's ball is intended, let persons of that description only be admitted, this course departed from, and a "ball" of brandy would be more currently attended. At Popelara's Inn a mock ball was got up, a dance a la "Dusty Bob." From 150 to 200 individuals assembled; and, taking a glance over the room about 10 p.m., we could discover no person of particular note, except a certain celebrated poet, and embryo-editor of a comical newspaper, which, to use an aboriginal phrase, will appear "by-and-bye."

ASSOCIATIONS: "a certain celebrated poet", perhaps Joseph Gordon

[Advertisement], Bathurst Advocate (15 April 1848), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article62045608 

DANCING.
MR. H. ROBERTS avails himself of this opportunity to express his thanks to the Gentry of Bathurst and its Vicinity, for their liberal Patronage during the past Two Years; at the same time, begs to remind them of the approaching Season, when he shall be happy to resume his professional attendance.
Bathurst, April 14, 1848.

"THE BALL", Bathurst Advocate (1 July 1848), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article62045019 

On Monday evening a Ball will take place in Mr. Patrick White's Saloon, for the benefit of Mr. H. Roberts, Dancing Master, and from what we can learn, the music and arrangements, which are under his management, promise a treat to the lovers of dancing.

"CONCERT", Bathurst Advocate (21 October 1848), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article62045812 

A Concert will take place on Monday Evening, 22nd instant, at Mr. P. White's Saloon. Mr. Bray, from the Theatre Royal, Dublin, having made arrangements with Mr. Roberts, enables him to offer a treat to the public.

"DANCING", Bathurst Advocate (30 June 1849), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article62045646

Mr. Roberts, professor of the polite accomplishment of dancing, has been practising the duties of his profession in this town and district for a considerable length of time. He has instructed nearly 200 young people in his art, and has, we understand, given great satisfaction to his employers. We regret, that owing to the social peculiarities of Bathurst, he has not met, and is not meeting, that degree of support which is necessary to enable him to follow his profession. As he is a young man deserving encouragement, and fully competent to discharge the duties of his office, we think the public ought to give him support. And considering that he has a wife and family, we would strongly recommend a public ball to be got up for his benefit, in which undertaking we will render him all the assistance our means will afford.

Launceston, TAS (1850 to 1873):

"Shipping Intelligence . . . PORT OF LAUNCESTON. ARRIVALS", Colonial Times [Hobart, TAS] (2 April 1850), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article8766929 

March 28 - William, brig, 124 tons, Thom, from Sydney. Passengers . . . Mr. and Mrs. Roberts and two children . . .

[Advertisement], The Cornwall Chronicle (10 April 1850), 230

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article65975285

DANCING. THE Dancing Classes will be resumed at York House Establishment, under the direction of MR. ROBERTS, Professor of Dancing, late of Sydney, who has brought high recommendations. Further particulars will be announced, and Mr. Roberts will have the honor of waiting personally on the principal families, to request their patronage.
April 9.

"Mr. Roberts' Advertisement", The Cornwall Chronicle (10 April 1850), 229

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article65975287

We recommend attention to the advertisement of Mr. Roberts, Professor of Dancing whose recent arrival from Europe secures competent tuition in the most fashionable dances. Local references is offered by Mr. Roberts, who has connections in Launceston.

"Dancing", The Cornwall Chronicle (20 April 1850), 252

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article65976090 

Mr. Roberts has arranged to open classes for dancing at the Cornwall Hotel, at the convenient hours for those engaged in the day, and who have neglected to acquire this accomplishment, of from seven till nine, and on moderate terms. Mr. Roberts is an excellent violinist.

"DANCING", The Cornwall Chronicle (14 August 1850), 532

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article65976202 

We were the first to congratulate the families of Launceston on the arrival of Mr. Roberts, whose success as a teacher of dancing has fully realized our prognostications. The singular and gouche style, which, in the absence of proper tuition, prevailed with the juvenile community, has been superseded; and we may now hope to witness that easy carriage which characterizes true breeding, whether in the drawing-room or the public promenade. We understand that several families of high standing contemplate a juvenile ball for the purpose of affording the younger branches an opportunity of displaying their advancement.

[Advertisement], The Cornwall Chronicle (2 January 1851), 965

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article65574682 

LAUNCESTON ASSEMBLY ROOMS, JOHN-STREET.
(Under the Sanction of His Excellency the Lieutenant-Governor.)
THESE ASSEMBLY ROOMS will be opened on Wednesday, the 1st January, 1851.
H. ROBERTS, Teacher of Dancing . . .
MR. ROBERTS begs to intimate that these Rooms, which have been handsomely decorated, are available for Public Meetings, Concerts, and Lectures, and also for Public and Private Balls and Assemblies . . .
TWELFTH NIGHT BALL. A BALL will he held at the Assembly Rooms, on TWELFTH NIGHT . . .
MR. ROBERTS, Teacher of Dancing, has the honour to announce that his Classes will Re-assemble on Tuesday, the 7th of January, 1851.
The Class for Adults will meet on Tuesdays and Fridays, at 7 o'clock.
Terms: One guinea per quarter, payable in advance . . .
JUVENILE CLASS. IN order to meet the wishes of parents, Mr. Roberts will open a Class at his Assembly Rooms for Juvenile Pupils . . .

[Advertisement], The Cornwall Chronicle (26 November 1851), 757

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article65575464

In the matter of the insolvency of Henry Roberts, of Launceston, in the island of Van Diemen's Land, Teacher of Dancing. To the creditors of the said insolvent or their agents . . .

1853, births in the district of Launceston; Tasmanian names index; NAME_INDEXES:995084; RGD33/1/31 no 496

https://stors.tas.gov.au/NI/995084 

https://stors.tas.gov.au/RGD33-1-31$init=RGD33-1-31P165 (DIGITISED)

4007 / 10 June [1853] / [Caroline Elizabeth] / Female / [father] Henry Roberts / [mother] Ellen Roberts formerly Stanboroug [sic] / Teacher of Dancing . . .

Baptisms solemnized in the Parish of St. John's, Launceston, in the county of Cornwall in the year 1854; Tasmanian names index; NAME_INDEXES:1091304; RGD32/1/3/ no 4459

https://stors.tas.gov.au/NI/1091304 

https://stors.tas.gov.au/RGD32-1-3$init=RGD32-1-3-P695 (DIGITISED)

No. 1611 / [baptised] 11th January 1854 / [born] 3rd July 1851 [sic] / Frederick Stanborough / [son of] Henry and Ellen Munton / Roberts / Launceston / Gentleman . . .

"POLICE OFFICE. FRIDAY . . . AN ALDERMAN CHARGED WITH ASSAULT", Launceston Examiner (7 February 1857), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article36300416 

Mr. Henry Roberts, dancing master, charged Mr. Alderman Allison with assaulting him by pushing him off the verandah at the residence of R. B. Miller, Esq. Complainant conducted his own case, and Mr. Rocher appeared for the defendant . . .

"ASSAULT", The Cornwall Chronicle (11 February 1857), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article65725378

On Friday, the Mayor. Captain Reid, James Robertson, and J. C. Weedon, Esqrs., Justices of the Peace, were engaged for a long time at the Police-office, investigating a charge of assault preferred by Mr. Henry Roberts, professor of dancing, against Mr. Henry Allison. The Rev. R. K. Ewing, Messrs. R. B. Miller, Wm. Johnstone, and George Thomas Roberts (a boy aged twelve years, son of the plaintiff), were examined and cross-examined at considerable length; the facts elicited, however, were but few. It appeared that Mr. Rocher had obtained a verdict against plaintiff, in the Court of Requests, but on receiving a portion of the debt, gave Mr. Roberts to understand, he would not issue an execution for the balance. The bailiff of the Court of Requests went on Thursday night, the 29th ult. to the Cornwall Assembly Room, where Mr. Roberts was engaged with his pupils, and producing some paper, informed Mr. Roberts of the amount for which he was liable; this mode of proceeding gave much annoyance to the plaintiff, who immediately went to Mr. Rocher's residence, and from thence to Mr. Miller's, where Mr. Rocher was at a party, at half-past 10 o'clock; Plaintiff went on the verandah, and demanded in a loud tone of voice, to see Mr. Rocher and the Rev. Mr. Kane, and thus gave much annoyance to Mr. Miller and his guests. Mr. Rocher explained to him that he had merely placed the papers with the Registrar of the Court of Requests, and had nothing whatever to do with the issue of an execution against plaintiff. Mr. Miller endeavored to persuade Mr. Roberts to leave his premises, when the latter resisted, and Mr. Allison seeing that, pushed the plaintiff over the verandah, and he fell on a flower-bed four feet and a-half below. This was the assault complained of; but the plaintiff asserted that he was pushed to the distance of ten or twelve feet, and fell on a gravel walk. That statement was corroborated by his son. The bench were of opinion that the plaintiff had no right on Mr. Miller's premises, and that no more force had been used than he himself had rendered necessary to eject him. They therefore dismissed the case, and directed the plaintiff to pay costs of the information, as they considered it ought never to have been laid in that Court.

ASSOCIATIONS: Robert Kirkwood Ewing (clergyman)

"ACCIDENT", Launceston Examiner (6 October 1857), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article36302552 

A son of Mr. Roberts, the teacher of dancing, was thrown out of a gig on Thursday and seriously hurt.

[Advertisement], The Cornwall Chronicle (29 May 1858), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article65731391 

In the matter of the Insolvency of Henry Roberts, of Launceston, in Tasmania, Professor of Dancing . . .

"DANCING", Launceston Examiner (3 August 1858), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article38992608 

Mr. Roberts, who for eight years has zealously devoted himself to the teaching of dancing in Launceston and its neighbourhood, has erected a saloon on his premises in St. John-street, where he will have increased facilities for imparting a knowledge of his art, and where his well known skill will doubtless ensure him a large share of success.

"NEW INSOLVENTS DURING THE MONTH", Launceston Examiner (11 June 1859), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article38996293

. . . Henry Roberts, dancing master. Liabilities, £170. Assets, £18.
H. W. Loveday. Assets, nil . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Henry William Loveday (musician, piano tuner)

"TOWN TALK AND TABLE CHAT", The Cornwall Chronicle (18 August 1860), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article65989830

. . . The events of the week have been few and far between. The cheerful faces at Mr. Roberts' dancing party on Thursday evening, and the distracted features of the creditors of the absquatulated Vallentine, are in great contrast . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Probably Henry Vallentine

"ASSAULT CASE", The Cornwall Chronicle (15 October 1862), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article72193357

On Friday the case of Solomon v. Burton was heard, which caused considerable amusement. Mr. Hookey appeared on behalf of the defendant. Frederick Solomon, on oath, said - I know the defendant John Burton: I was at Mr. Roberts' dancing class at the Queen's Arms on Monday evening last; Mr. Roberts gave me orders to shut the door of the dancing room; defendant was standing there; when on my way home after the dancing was over, defendant crossed over the street and came up to me and said "What did you shut the door of the room in my face for?" . . .

"MUNICIPAL COUNCIL", Launceston Examiner (18 January 1866), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article36632246

. . . A letter from Joseph Roberts [sic], dancing master, was read applying for the use of the Town hall for two nights during the Champion Race week for the purposes of balls. Referred to Town Hall Committee . . .

"TERRIFIC CONFLAGRATION!", Launceston Examiner (9 May 1866), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article36634591 

. . . the massive wall of the timber manufactory fronting on the latter street, fell with a fearful crash, and immediately, the flames spread to the next building, occupied by Mr. Roberts as a dancing room. The exertions of the firemen were then used to stop the spread in this direction, but however this room was in a few minutes destroyed; and fire was observable on the adjoining premises occupied by Mr. Roberts as a dwelling house, and from which most of the furniture was at once removed . . .

"WESTBURY", The Cornwall Chronicle (3 March 1869), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article66466802

A vocal and instrumental concert, advertised by Messrs. Linly Norman, J. H. Melvyn, and Bent - engaged, I understand, by Mr. Roberts, dancing master, Launceston - took place in the Public Library here on Friday evening last. The audience, although limited, was a very considerate one. The programme was not so attractive as I should have expected, complaints being very general of the preponderance of instrumental music. The vocal pieces by Messrs. J. H. Melvyn and Bent were rendered in a style that we seldom have an opportunity of hearing, and elicited the loudest demonstrations of approval. The orchestra consisted of Messrs. Linly Norman, J. H. Melvyn, Biggs, Roberts, senior, and Roberts, junior. The overtures and symphonies were very fairly performed, considering the few players. A violin and pianoforte duet, by Messrs. Norman and Roberts, jun., and trio, violin, violoncello, and pianoforte, by Messrs. Roberts, sen., Roberts, jun. and Linly Norman, were most imperfectly rendered, causing considerable surprise. Without wishing in any way to detract from the merits of the Messrs. Roberts, I must be pardoned for remarking that although their performance on the violin may be all that is required for the purposes of their business as proprietors of a dancing saloon, it falls far short of what is actually necessary in the successful rendering of such pieces as the audience in the Public Library were inflicted with on Friday evening. The very brilliant execution of Mr. Linly Norman, however, succeeded admirably in carrying through what must otherwise have been an utter failure.

ASSOCIATIONS: Linly Norman (pianist); James Hadock Melvyn (vocalist)

"THE CONCERT AT THE MECHANICS' INSTITUTE ON FRIDAY LAST", The Cornwall Chronicle (3 January 1872), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article66029232 

In our notice of this concert in Monday's issue, the overture to each part of the concert is attributed to the string band of the Messrs. Roberts. Our reporter was not present when the first overture was performed, but we are informed on good authority it was a brilliant performance. It was the overture to "Guy Mannering" by Mr. McIver, leader (first violin), Mr. Chick (second violin), Mr. J. M. Davies (flute), Mr. Harris (cornet), Mr. A. Day (cornet), Mr. Charles Galvin (clarionet), and Mr. Hanchett (pianoforre). A correspondent also thinks the mention of the quartetto by the Messrs. Roberts and Hanchette "calculated to mislead." Our reporter refers to two violins, a violoncello, and piano, and our correspondent says "the all important feature of the contrabass is entirely ignored." We are sorry for it, and can only attribute it to our reporter's very pardonable ignorance of the distinction between a violoncello and contra-bass.

Melbourne and Geelong, VIC (by April 1873):

[Advertisement], The Argus (18 April 1873), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5852139 

DANCING - Messrs. Roberts PROFESSORS of DANCING "Maintien et de bonne tenue."
Terms £1 1s. Address Lee and Kaye, Collin-st. east.

ASSOCIATIONS: David Lee and Samuel Kaye (musicsellers)

"TOPICS OF THE DAY", The Herald (17 May 1875), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article244174648 

We have received from Messrs. Roberts, professors of dancing and calisthenics, "Roberts' Manual of Fashionable Dancing and Vade Mecum for the Ball-room." The work, which is very nicely got up, is published by Mr. George Robertson, and should have an extensive circulation among the votaries of Terpsichore, as well as among those who but seldom partake of the fascinating influences of the ball-room.

ASSOCIATIONS: George Robertson (publisher, bookseller)

"NEW INSOLVENTS", The Argus (4 February 1879), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5931017 

George Thomas Roberts, of St. Kilda, teacher of music and dancing. Causes of insolvency - Losses in business as a soap and candle manufacturer, adverse judgment by creditors, and depression in professional business. Liabilities, £628 3s.; assets, £1 10s.; deficiency, £621 13s [sic]. Mr. Cohen, assignee.

"A DANCING-MASTER'S FAUX PAS", The Argus (16 September 1880), 6

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5984129 

When the first edition of the Messieurs and Miss Roberts' Manual of Fashionable Dancing came under our notice, we had a vague impression that its contents were not wholly new to us, and that we had met with something very like the introductory chapters in some other work. Still, as the nominal authors of the volume acknowledged in the introduction to it their indebtedness "to one of the ablest and most eminent members of the profession who has taken the trouble to write on this subject," we charitably concluded that there was merely a general resemblance between this handbook and some one of those which have preceded it. Since then, however, a copy of "The Drawingroom Dances," by Cellarius, a well known teacher in London, and the inventor of the waltz which bears his name, has fallen in our way, and a comparison of this with the Manual of the Messrs. Roberts proves that the latter is, to a very great extent, a barefaced plagiarism of the former, which was published as far back as 1847. Whole pages have been taken without acknowledgment, and with only a word or two altered here and there . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Henri Cellarius (French dancing teacher); author of La danse des salons (1847), English translation as The drawing-room dances

"CITY COURT", The Australasian (25 December 1880), 21

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article142173932 

At the City Police Court on Wednesday, Mr. W. H. Roberts, dancing-master, proceeded against Mr. J. E. Lowe, who is also a teacher of dancing, on a charge of malicious libel. The alleged libel consisted of the publication in the Lorgnette of a paragraph extracted from The Argus referring to the literary larceny committed by the "Messieurs Roberts" in publishing extracts from a work of "Cellarius," a writer upon dancing, as their own composition. During the cross-examination of the plaintiff the plagiarism was fully established, and the Bench, without calling upon Mr. Lowe for any defence, dismissed the case.

"ROYAL COLLEGE OF MUSIC. TO THE EDITOR", The South Australian Advertiser (18 August 1882), 7

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article33621676

Sir, In your columns of yesterday you drew attention to the meeting which is called by His Worship the Mayor for the purpose of discussing on Friday evening the mode of dealing with the communication received from His Royal Highness the Prince of Wales re the establishment of a Royal College of Music. As an Australian born, a member of the musical profession, and the descendant of a pupil of the late distinguished musician Mr. G. F. Anderson, (Her Majesty's private bandmaster), I take a deep interest in the cause. In this letter it will be impossible for me to enlarge upon the subject as I should like to do, but I desire to point out, and it is my most earnest wish that we, as Australians, should make it a national matter, and take the subject in hand unitedly. It is possible (although I hope it may never occur) we may be called upon to shoulder arms in our own defence and show our loyalty to our Queen and the Crown, which we shall undoubtedly do; but in this matter we can distinguish ourselves as a nation, and show that we are possessed of a sentiment and a desire to promulgate the art of music. It has always been my wish that we should establish a national college of music in Australia, but I think the time has not yet arrived for doing so. We have many distinguished professors of the divine art in the colonies, but none sufficiently qualified to be placed in the premier position. Those who have established themselves in the colonies have done good service, but they are wanting in the abilities of high class instructors. As Australians we are noted for possessing an extraordinary ability for appreciating musical talent. Madame Anna Bishop and Madame A. Goddard have both told me that in no part of the world did they ever meet with such severe and sincere critics as in Australia. We have had amongst us most of the world's celebrities as vocalists and instrumentalist, but when we think of the humble origin of many of the stars of great brilliancy, undoubtedly there is a great future for Australia, and I think by uniting in this matter we shall be able to distinguish ourselves, and show that our heart is in the cause. I may state, as far as this city is concerned, that the A.Y.M.S. Orchestra will assist in any movement that may be approved of by the committee. -
I am, &c., GEO. ROBERTS, Leader of the A.Y.M.S. Orchestra.

ASSOCIATIONS: George Frederick Anderson (master of the queen's music); Anna Bishop (soprano vocalist); Arabella Goddard (pianist); A.Y.M.S. orchestra conducted by Charles Cawthorne

"FANCY DRESS REUNION", The South Australian Advertiser (14 December 1882), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article33628809

The annual reunion of the pupils of Messieurs Roberts, of the Dancing Academy, Victoria-square, took place at the Town Hall on Wednesday evening, December 13. The proceeds are to be devoted to the "Samaritan fund." At half-past 7 o'clock the numerous pupils of both sexes, ranging in age between seven and seventeen, and attired in either plain or fancy dress, began to arrive, and were each received at the entrance of the great hall by Mr. George Roberts. In a very short time the room was comparatively full, and at 8 o'clock dancing commenced to the strains of the Adelaide Orchestra, which was ably led by Mr. Cawthorne . . .

"PUBLICATIONS RECEIVED", The Australasian (11 October 1884), 24

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article138096271 

. . . We have "The Fatinitza Lancers," arranged by W. H. Roberts, of Messrs. and Miss Roberts, on airs from Von Suppe's comic opera, and with a full description of the latest manner of dancing the "Lancers" . . .

"Deaths", The Argus (6 September 1890), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article8433318 

ROBERTS. - On the 1st inst., at 41 Dundas-place, Albert-park, Ellen Munton, beloved wife of Henry Roberts, teacher of dancing, aged 78, a colonist of 52 years. "She did what she could." Burial service 3rd September at All Saints' Church, St. Kilda.

"DEATHS", The Argus (28 July 1898), 1

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ROBERTS. - On the 26th July, at West Melbourne, Henry Roberts, of 195 Collins-street (teacher of dancing and calisthenics, 45 years in Australia), aged 82 years, the dearly beloved father of William Henry and Caroline Elizabeth Roberts.

"CURRENT TOPICS. Obituary", Launceston Examiner (28 July 1898), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article39772931

A private cable was received in the city yesterday announcing the death of Mr. Henry Roberts in Melbourne. Deceased, who was over 80 years of age, was a well-known dancing master, and was a resident of Launceston for upwards of a quarter of a century. About 30 years ago he occupied premises close to the establishment of Messrs. Ditcham and Button, in York-street. Mr. Roberts was a native of England, but he was educated in France for the musical profession.

"Miss Caroline Roberts", Table Talk (28 September ), 9

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article146120141 

"THE CORRECT WALTZ", Sunday Times (20 July 1913), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article126316451 

"HOW TO DANCE THE ONE STEP", Sunday Times (6 July 1913), 30

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article126307245 

Position for the waltz and all round dances, from Roberts' manual of fashionable dancing (1875), 54

https://www.loc.gov/resource/musdi.147.0/?sp=64 (DIGITISED)

Published works:

Roberts' manual of fashionable dancing and vade mecum for the ball-room: containing a review and full description of all the modern dances, &c. (Melbourne: G. Robertson, 1875)

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/8694349/version/45255061 

Digitised copy at the Library of Congress

https://www.loc.gov/resource/musdi.147.0/?sp=1 (DIGITISED)

[second edition] (Melbourne: G. Robertson, 1876)

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/8694349/version/28277624 

[third edition] (Melbourne: G. Robertson, 1876)

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/8694349/version/22251162 

ASSOCIATIONS: George Robertson (publisher, bookseller)

The Fatinitza lancers, arranged by W. H. Roberts, (Messieurs & Miss Roberts), teachers of dancing (Melbourne: William Ingliss and Co., printers, [1884])

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/12305144 

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-164610251 (DIGITISED)

"PUBLICATIONS RECEIVED", The Australasian (11 October 1884), 24

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article138096271 

We have "The Fatinitza Lancers," arranged by W. H. Roberts, of Messrs. and Miss Roberts, on airs from Von Suppe's comic opera, and with a full description of the latest manner of dancing the "Lancers."

[Advertisement], The Age (27 September 1884), 12

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article191466743 

JUST PUBLISHED.
THE FATINITZA LANCERS, Arranged by MESSIEURS ROBERTS,
And Containing the Most approved mode Of Dancing the Figures.
Obtainable of the Music Sellers And Messers. and Miss Roberts,
Teachers of Dancing, 178 Collins-street east.

ROBERTS, Robert (Robert ROBERTS)

Drummer (2-14th Regiment)

Active Adelaide, SA, March to May 1869

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Robert+Roberts+14th+Regiment (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-R-2.php#ROBERTS-Robert (shareable link to this entry)

ASSOCIATIONS: Band of the 14th Regiment

THIS ENTRY IS A STUB ON PERSONNEL FIRST ACTIVE IN AUSTRALIA AFTER 1860

Documentation:

"LAW COURTS . . . BURGLARY", The South Australian Advertiser (20 May 1869), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article31989465

Henry Martin Irwin, aged 37, was charged with burglariously entering the house of Thomas Yeo, publican, at Port Adelaide, on May 8, and stealing therefrom a cash-box containing £17 in money, a cheque for £4 6s., and an American coin value 1s. The prisoner pleaded not guilty . . .

Robert Roberts, drummer in the 14th Regiment, said the prisoner came with the detachment of the 14th from Tasmania in the Racer. . . . He asked witness to get the cheque produced cashed for him, but he refused. Thomas Murray, Sergeant in the 14th Regiment, stated that the Racer arrived here about the 1st of March. The prisoner came in her from Tasmania as assistant carpenter . . .

. . . This was the case for the prosecution, and the prisoner called Sergeant Cherry, of the 14th Regiment . . .

ROBERTSON, Mr. (Mr. ROBERTSON)

Orchestral musician, member of theatrical band

Active Sydney, NSW, 1842

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-R-2.php#ROBERTSON-Mr (shareable link to this entry)

Documentation:

[Advertisement], The Sydney Gazette and New South Wales Advertiser (17 February 1842), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2555784 

Royal Victoria Theatre. FIRST NIGHT OF THE SEASON.
Stage Manager, MR. SIMMONS. Acting-Manager, MR. SIMES . . .
THE ORCHESTRAL DEPARTMENT WILL CONSIST OF MR. S.W. WALLACE, LEADER,
Mr. Deane, Master Deane, Mr. Leggatt, Mr. Wallace, Senr., Mr. Walton, Mr. Portbury, Mr. Pappin, Mr. Sippe, Mr. Robertson, Master Strong, Mr. Boyle, &c, &c. . . .
ON MONDAY FEB. 21 The Theatre will Re open . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Joseph Simmons (actor, manager); Thomas Simes (actor, manager); Spencer Wellington Wallace (violin, leader); Royal Victoria Theatre Sydney

ROBERTSON, George (George ROBERTSON; Mr. Geo. ROBERTSON)

Bookseller, stationers, musicseller, publisher (including some music)

Born Glasgow, Lanarkshire, Scotland, 5 July 1825; son of William ROBERTSON and Sarah STEE
Arrived Melbourne, VIC, 12 November 1852 (per Great Britain)
Married (1) Lavinia Lydia BAXTER (d. 1879), St. Paul's, Melbourne, 4 July 1857
Married (2) Nora PARSONS (HARDING), VIC, 3 February 1881
Died St. Kilda, VIC, 23 March 1898

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=George+Robertson+1825-1898 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

http://nla.gov.au/nla.party-599208 (NLA persistent identifier)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-R-1.php#ROBERTSON-George (shareable link to this entry)

Documentation:

[Advertisement], The Argus [Melbourne, VIC] (3 July 1855), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4810894 

CHURCH PSALMODY. - Brown's Robertson's Sacred Music, New Edition, with Supplement, by Campbell, now on Sale.
George Robertson, 85 Collins-street east, nearly opposite the office of this paper.

MUSIC: Brown's Robertson's selection of sacred music (with John Campbell's supplement)

[Advertisement], The Argus (7 July 1855), 7

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4811419 

MUSIC. - A Fine Collection kept always on hand by George Robertson, 85 Collins-street east.

[Advertisement], The Argus (23 July 1855), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4812907 

MUSIC! Music! - Just Opened by the Undersigned an Assortment of Standard Songs, Polkas, Waltzes, &c., including the following -
Immortellen Waltz - (Gung'l)
Traeum auf dem Ocean (Dreams of the Ocean) Waltz - Gung'l
Donna Sabine Waltz - Henrion
The Mary Callinack Polka, by the author of the Fire Fly Polka
The King Pippin Polka, composed by D'Albert
Songs, Duets, etc.
Primroses Deck the Green Banks Side - Linley
Constance - Linley
Ruth (sacred song) - Miss Davis
Childhood's Happy Hours - Miss Davis
Good Bye, Sweetheart, Good Bye - Hatton
Happy Birdling, as sung by Miss Catherine Hayes
The Irish Emigrant, as sung by Miss Catherine Hayes
Kathleen Mavourneen
I'm Leaving Thee, Annie
Hearts and Homes - Lockley
I'm a Merry Laughing Girl
Four-Leaved Shamrock - Lover
The Blind Man's Bride
The Blind Girl to her Harp
I Love the Merry Sunshine
I Know a Bank (duet)
The Two Cousins (duet)
Longfellow's Songs set to music by Miss Davis, viz.:-
The Old Clock upon the Stairs
The Reaper and the Flowers
Footsteps of Angels.
GEORGE ROBERTSON, Bookseller and Stationer, 85 Collins-street east, opposite the office of this paper.

[Advertisement], The Argus (9 August 1855), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4814680

Music and dance prints:

The New melodeon, a collection of hymns and tunes, original and selected, adapted to all occasions of social worship by J. W. Dadmun (Melbourne: George Robertson, 1869)

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/18152781 

http://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-170298713 (DIGITISED)

Robertson's "edition" was in fact a London edition of Dadmun's US original, set and printed by Henderson, Rait, and Fenton, printers, Oxford Street, but sold under his own titlepage

Roberts' manual of fashionable dancing and vade mecum for the ball-room: containing a review and full description of all the modern dances, &c. (Melbourne: G. Robertson, 1875); and later editions

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/8694349 

Digitised copy at the Library of Congress

https://www.loc.gov/resource/musdi.147.0/?sp=1 (DIGITISED)

Bibliography and resources:

J. P. Holroyd, "Robertson, George (1825-1898)", Australian dictionary of biography 6 (1876)

https://adb.anu.edu.au/biography/robertson-george-4489 

Prue Neidorf, A guide to dating music published in Sydney and Melbourne, 1800-1899 (M.A. thesis, University of Wollongong, 1999), 302

http://ro.uow.edu.au/theses/2926 (DIGITISED)

ROBINS, William (William ROBINS)

Musician, bandsman (band of the 96th Regiment; St. Joseph's Band), serpent player, shoe maker

Born ? England, c. 1805/06
Married Sarah Emily HICKS (d. 1877), by c. 1835
Arrived Sydney, NSW, ? with regiment, c. 1841
Arrived Launceston, VDL (TAS), ? with regiment, 1843
Died Launceston, TAS, 13 January 1867, aged "61"

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=William+Robins+d1867 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-R-2.php#ROBINS-William (shareable link to this entry)

ASSOCIATIONS: Band of the 96th Regiment (military band); St. Joseph's Band Launceston (temperance band)

Summary:

Robins appears to have arrived in NSW with the 96th Regiment in 1841, and followed it to Launceston in 1843, although by the end of that year, if not earlier, he had taken his discharge, and was working as a shoemaker, though perhaps still as a civilian employee of the regiment. Whether he was ever still a member of the band of the regiment in NSW and TAS, , officially or unofficially, is not clear. However, as a former bandsman of the 96th, he was an important foundation member of the St. Joseph's Band.

Documentation:

Baptism, St. James's (CoI), Dublin, 1838; Irish church records

https://churchrecords.irishgenealogy.ie/churchrecords/details/1c13a30080423 

[Baptised] 30 September 1838 / James Robins / [born] 24 August 1838 / [son of] William Robins soldier private 96th / [and] Sarah / [residence] Richmond . . .

Pay-list of the 96th Regiment, [Manchester], 1 April to 30 June 1839; Australian Joint Copying Project, from Records of the UK War Office

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-1663041504 (DIGITISED)

22 [sic] / Robins William / 1 April to 30 June / Band

Pay-list of the 96th Regiment, [Manchester], 1 April to 30 June 1840; Australian Joint Copying Project, from Records of the UK War Office

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-1663101794 (DIGITISED)

22 / Robins William / 1 April to 30 June / Band

Baptisms solemnized in the parish of St. Philip's church, Manchester in the county of Lancaster, in the year 1840; Manchester Archives

No. 784 / [1840] July 5 / Thomas / [son of] William and Sarah Emily / Robins / Salford Barracks / Private in the 96th Regt . . .

1844 [sic], births in the district of Launceston; Tasmanian names index; NAME_INDEXES:1105894; RGD33/1/23/ no 106

https://stors.tas.gov.au/NI/1105894 

https://stors.tas.gov.au/RGD33-1-23$init=RGD33-1-23-P754 (DIGITISED)

[No.] 106 / [born] 2 December 1843 / Mary Jane / [daughter of] William Robins / [and] Sarah Emily Robins formerly Hicks / Shoe Maker . . .

"DEATHS", Launceston Examiner (14 January 1867), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article36641156

ROBINS.- On 13th January, at his residence, Cimitiere-street, Mr. William Robins, late of H. M. 96th Regiment, aged 61 years. The funeral will leave his late residence on Tuesday, 15th instant, at half-past three o'clock. Friends will please accept this invitation. -T. J. DOOLAN Undertaker.

"AN OLD-TIME MUSICIAN. HALF A CENTURY'S EXPERIENCE", Examiner (29 December 1905), 6

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article38813158

One of the regular daily visitors at Elphin this week is Mr. Wm. Walker, of Deloraine, who first played in a brass band in England at the age of eight years. He is keenly interested in the competitions, but between whiles yesterday he chatted with an "Examiner" reporter, to whom he gave some interesting particulars of band music here in the early days. He is one of very few now left who can relate any incidents of the bands that were of note half a century ago.

"I landed in Launceston," said Mr. Walker, "on March 25, 1855, and immediately joined what by old residents is now occasionally known as the "old teetotal band," of which my brother, the late G. W. Walker, was bandmaster. My brother George won the first contest at Werribee encampment, in Victoria, many years ago, at which Geordy Chapman was the judge of music . . .

Has there been much advance made in band instruments since then?

"Yes, undoubtedly. The bass instrument called the serpent was then very much in vogue. Old Mr. Robins, who came out with the band of the 99th Regiment [sic], played one for years, and a Mr. Allen, who was a fellow-bandsman in the 99th [sic], also performed on the same instrument. The flat saxe bass now takes its place, and the valve trombone has come into existence, but it is not by any means the equal of the slide trombone . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: George and William Walker (civilian bandsmen); James Allen (former drum-major, 96th Regiment)

"Worlds Oldest Band Celebrates Its Centenary", Examiner (25 August 1945), 11 (with photo of Williams)

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article91940840 

[St. Joseph's Band] . . . The first bandmaster was the late Mr. John Agnew, of the 96th Regiment, and the original members were: Messrs. Charles Galvin, John McKenzie, William Mainsbridge, William Robins, Andrew Skafe, Arthur McIver, Francis Mclver, Morgan O' Meara, William O'Meara, David O'Keefe, Thomas Keogh, Thomas Leary, John Leary, John Murphy, and Bernard Lynch. The first president was the late Rev. Dean Thomas Butler. Subsequently Mr. Joseph Galvin, John Galvin, Thomas J. Doolan, John L. Doolan, James Doolan, and Michael Doolan became members of the band . . .

ROBINSON, Mr. (Mr. ROBINSON)

Vocalist

Active Sydney, NSW, 1843

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-R-2.php#ROBINSON-Mr (shareable link to this entry)

Documentation:

[Advertisement], The Australian (11 January 1843), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article37117838

MR. and MRS. GIBBES' First Appearance at a Concert in Sydney. A GRAND Evening Concert will take place at the Royal Hotel, on Wednesday, January 11th, 1843, for the Benefit of the Juvenile Pianist, (Miss Forsythe,) eight years of age, who will, upon this occasion, appear as a Vocalist, (under the tuition of Miss Hinckesmann and Madame Gautrot).
She will be assisted by the following eminent Performers:
Mrs. Bushelle, Madame Gautrot, Mrs. Gibbes, (who will sing a Duet with Miss Forsythe.) The Debutante (pupil of Mrs. Bushelle,) who was so favourably received at Mrs. Bushelle's last Concert;
Mr. Griffiths and Mr. Robinson.
Instrumental Performers - Miss Hinckesmann, Miss Forsythe, Monsieur Gautrot, and Mr. Gibbes, who has kindly consented to play a Solo . . .
and by the kind permission of Colonel Baker, the Band of the 80th Regiment will perform during the evening . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Sophia Maria Forsythe (pianist, vocalist, beneficiare); John and Eliza Gibbs (violinist and vocalist); William Griffiths (bass vocalist)

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

Amateur musician, composer

Born Essex, England, 1822; baptised St. Mary's, Walthamstowe, 1 June 1822; son of Charles ROBINSON and Harriet CAYLEY
Married Mary RUSSEL, St. Mary's in the Castle, Hastings, Sussex, England, 3 June 1847
Arrived Sydney NSW, by 1852
Departed Sydney, NSW, 1868
? Died Radipole, Dorset, England, August 1887 (buried 18 August), aged "65"

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Charles+Edward+Robinson+b1822 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-R-2.php#ROBINSON-Charles-Edward (shareable link to this entry)

Summary:

Charles Edward Robinson was a appointed secretary of the Denominational School Board of NSW in April 1853.

Robinson's song No jewell'd beauty is my love, a setting of words by Gerald Massey, and "published expressly in aid of the Building Fund of the Hunter's Hill School, June 3rd, 1861", was published in Sydney by W. J. Johnson.

His simple Christmas hymn, for unison children's voices and piano, was published by Gibbs, Clarson, and Shallard in their Illustrated Sydney News in November 1864.

A Bridal ode, words and music both by Robinson, was sung by the principals of the Lyster Opera Company after their performance of Wallace's Maritana on 11 June 1863, to mark the marriage of Edward, prince of Wales to Alexandra of Denmark. The words only of survive; however, those set for the chorus suggest that they were adapted to the melody of God save the queen. Also on that program were two other new commemorative local compositions, Anthony Reiff's The poet laureate's welcome to Alexandra, and Henry Marsh's Australia's wedding march.

Robinson was paid out for his 15 years of service to the school board in March 1853, and sold up his household goods, including a piano, prior to sailing home to Britain.

Documentation:

"MARRIAGES", London Evening Standard (7 June 1847), 4

https://www.britishnewspaperarchive.co.uk/viewer/bl/0000183/18470607/047/0004 (PAYWALL)

On the 3d inst., at St. Mary's in the Castle, Hastings, Charles Edward Robinson, Esq., to Mary, daughter of the late Robert Brown Russel, Esq., of Streatham, Surrey.

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (7 April 1853), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12944900 

DENOMINATIONAL SCHOOL BOARD.
NOTICE is hereby given that Mr. William Dawes has resigned the office of Secretary to the Denominational School Board, and that the appointment has been conferred upon Mr. Charles Edward Robinson . . .
By order of the Board. Old Barrack-square, April 6.

"PARRAMATTA", Empire (31 May 1861), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article60489344

Parramatta is again very dull, and we hear that it is the intention of our good folk to get up another concert. Should such be the case, I trust they will not forget to obtain the valuable services of C. E. Robinson, Esq., who, by his comical talent, has left an impression upon those who had the good fortune to hear him, not easily to be forgotten. As we are informed, that it is for a charitable purposes, we are sure Mr. Robertson will lend a helping hand.

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (11 June 1863), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13079847

LYSTER'S ROYAL ITALIAN AND ENGLISH OPERA COMPANY. PRINCE OF WALES THEATRE . . .
Musical Director and Conductor - Mr. A. REIFF, jun.
Grand performance in honour of the Royal Marriage, THURSDAY and FRIDAY, June 11th and 12th,
will be given Wallace's romantic opera of MARITANA . . .
After the opera will be sung a BRIDAL ODE,
words and music by C. E. Robinson, Esq., which will be succeeded by
THE POET LAUREATE'S WELCOME TO ALEXANDRA,
composed expressly for this occasion by A. Reiff, Jun.
Soles by Madame Lucy Escott, Misa Georgia Hodson, Mr. Henry Squires, Mr. J. E Kitts, and Mr. Farquharson.
Between the second and third acts,
AUSTRALIA'S WEDDING MARCH, by the orchestra, composed expressly for this occasion by Henry Marsh, Esq. . . .

"COMMEMORATION ODE", The Sydney Morning Herald (11 June 1863), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13079888

COMMEMORATION ODE IN CELEBRATION OF THE MARRIAGE OF THE PRINCE OF WALES AND THE PRINCESS ALEXANDRA OF DENMARK.
TO BE SUNG AT THE PRINCE OF WALES THEATRE , BY LYSTER'S OPERA COMPANY, THIS EVENING, COMPOSED AND ARRANGED AS A QUARTETT BY C. E. ROBINSON . . .

1. Hail ! all hail to the sway of Victoria!
Long may she reign o'er the flow'r of the Earth;
Voices from far join the prayer of her people,
Australia is true to the land of its birth.
Thousands of miles between
Us and our gracious Queen,
We'll not forget, I ween,
Our gracious Queen.

. . . [2 more verses] . . .

"A CHRISTMAS HYMN", The Sydney Morning Herald (17 November 1864), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13103558 

A hymn, dedicated to the children attending the public schools of New South Wales, has been composed by Mr. C. E. Robinson, and published by Clarson, Shallard, and Co. The music is of course simple, and thus adapted for singing by a large number of children in unison. There is also an accompaniment in chords. The composition is set in G Major. Copies of this composition are to be sent to the different schools.

"MUSIC AND DRAMA", The Sydney Morning Herald (21 November 1864), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13110354

There has been but little stir in the musical world during the month, save the publication of a few compositions of unpretending but yet useful character. A chromatic rondo, by Mr. Rea, intended as a study for the pianoforte; and a simple arrangement of a Christmas Hymn, by Mr. C. E. Robinson, are among the most prominent . . .

England census, 1871, Godstone, Surrey; UK National Archives, RG 10 / 837

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/7619/images/SRYRG10_836_839-0206 (PAYWALL)

Hunter's Hill / Charles E. Robinson / Head / 48 / Secretary to Board of Education N. S. Wales Australia & retired civil service / [born] Walthamstowe Essex
Mary Robinson / Wife / 49 . . . [and 4 daughters 19-11 born in "Cumberland, N. S. Wales"] . . .

Extant musical works:

No jewell'd beauty is my love, ballad, set to music and published expressly in aid of the Building of the Hunter's Hill School, June 3rd 1861 [Words by Gerald Massey; music by C. E. Robinson] (Sydney: W. J. Johnson & Co., 1861)

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/19492981 

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-181785636 (DIGITISED)

"CHRISTMAS HYMN. COMPOSED AND DEDICATED TO THE CHILDREN ATTENDING THE PUBLIC SCHOOLS IN NEW SOUTH WALES, By C. E. ROBINSON", Illustrated Sydney News (16 November 1864), 13

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article63512180 (DIGITISED)

ROBINSON, George Augustus (George Augustus ROBINSON; G. A. ROBINSON)

Amateur musician, flute player, Indigenous culture recorder and reporter (including language, music, song, and dance)

Born London, England, 22 March 1791; son of William ROBINSON and Susannah PERRY
Married (1) Maria Amelia EVANS (d. 1848), London, England, 28 February 1814
Arrived Hobart Town, VDL, 20 January 1824 (per Triton, from Leith, 7 September 1823)
Departed Melbourne, VIC, 30 May 1852 (per Medway, for London)
Married (2) Rose PYNE, London, England, 4 June 1853
Died Bath, England, 18 October 1866

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

http://nla.gov.au/nla.party-577296 (NLA persistent identifier)

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

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-R-2.php#ROBINSON-George-Augustus (shareable link to this entry)

Mr. Robinson's first interview with Timmy, by Benjamin Duterrau; National Gallery of Australia

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/George_Augustus_Robinson#/media/File:Benjamin_Duterrau_-_Mr_Robinson's_first_interview_with_Timmy_-_Google_Art_Project.jpg (DIGITISED)

ASSOCIATIONS: Benjamin Duterrau (artist)

Sources:

George Augustus Robinson papers, 1818-1924; State Library of New South Wales

https://archival.sl.nsw.gov.au/Details/archive/110319172 

Microfilm copies of some of the journals have been digitised and uploaded to individual catalogue records, by are currently (2021) not available for general viewing

Editions of sources:

N. J. Brian Plomley, Friendly mission: the Tasmanian journals and papers of George Augustus Robinson, 1829-1834 (Hobart : Tasmanian Historical Research Association, 1966)

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/8477354 

N. J. B. (Brian) Plomley (ed.), Weep in silence: a history of the Flinders Island Aboriginal settlement with the Flinders Island journal of George Augustus Robinson, 1835-1839 (Hobart: Blubber Head Press , 1987)

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/9658451 

Ian D. Clark (ed.), The journals of George Augustus Robinson, chief protector, Port Phillip Aboriginal Protectorate [volumes 1-6, 1 January 1839 - 30 September 1852] (compilation: Melbourne: Clarendon, 2014)

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/7588068

Bibliography and resources:

"Robinson, George Augustus (1791-1866)", Australian dictionary of biography 2 (1967)

https://adb.anu.edu.au/biography/robinson-george-augustus-2596 

ROBINSON, I. W. (I. W. ROBINSON, ? J. W. ROBINSON; ? T. W. ROBINSON)

Music copyist, lithographer

Active Sydney, NSW, 1842

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=I+W+Robinson+Script (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-R-2.php#ROBINSON-I-W (shareable link to this entry)

Summary:

"I. W. Robinson" (or J. W. Robinson, or perhaps T. W. Robinson), drew the music on stone ("sculpsit") for the 1842 first edition of Isaac Nathan's ensemble song, Koorinda braia, printed lithographically by Thomas Liley.

He is not yet positively identifiable, although perhaps some connection may be surmised with either the engraver Thomas Robinson (below) or Thomas Wilkie Robinson (below).

Musical prints:

Koorinda Braia, an Aboriginal native song, put into rhythm, harmonised, and inscribed to Mrs. E. Deas Thomson, by I. Nathan (Sydney: [n.p.], 1842)

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/21236841 

http://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-168218284 (DIGITISED)

Page 4, beneath bottom staff, has "I. W. Robinson. Script." [or "J. W. . . ."; or perhaps "T. W. . . ."]

ASSOCIATIONS: Isaac Nathan (composer)

ROBINSON, Mary Ann (Mary Ann CLARK; Mrs. A. B. ROBINSON)

Choral singer (pupil of F. A. Packer)

Born Hobart, TAS, 26 January 1851; daughter of Alexander CLARK and Elizabeth QUINT
Married Alfred Bingley ROBINSON, Hobart, TAS, 25 December 1873
Died Hobart, TAS, 10 April 1944, aged "93"

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Mary+Ann+Clark+Robinson+1841-1944 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

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

Documentation:

1851, births in the district of Hobart; Tasmanian names index; NAME_INDEXES:954886; RGD33/1/4/ no 118

https://stors.tas.gov.au/NI/954886 

https://stors.tas.gov.au/RGD33-1-4$init=RGD33-1-4-P341 (DIGITISED)

No. 118 / January 26th / Mary Ann / [daughter of] Alexander Clark / Elizabeth Clark formerly Quint / Cabinet Maker

"MARRIAGE", The Mercury (30 December 1873), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article8919137

ROBINSON - CLARKE. - On the 25th December, at her residence, by the Rev. W. Simmons, Alfred Bingley Robinson, to Mary Ann Clark, third daughter of Mr. Alexander Clark, of Collins-street. Melbourne papers please copy.

"DIAMOND WEDDING . . . Governor's Wife as Sunday School Teacher", Examiner (23 December 1933), 9

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article51850576

. . . Mrs. Robinson is the third daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Alexander Clark, of 132-136 Collins-street, Hobart. She was born at Hobart in January, 1851, and was educated at Beauland House, Collins-street, when Mrs. Searle was head mistress. She joined the Church of England old St. David's Sunday School at the age of six years, when Lady Gore Brown, the wife of the Governor of Tasmania, was the teacher. At the age of twelve years Mrs. Robinson became a member of the church choir, when Mr. F. A. Packer was the organist and her music teacher. At the age of fourteen years she sang her first anthem in the church. When she married she joined the Union Chapel with her husband, and afterwards joined the choir, Mr. A. J. Dentith being the organist. She became the leader of the choir, and continued so for 25 years. She sang at the opening of the new Town Hall at Hobart. When H.M.S. Galatea arrived with the Duke of Edinburgh on board there was a grand concert given in his honour, at which Miss Sarah Sherwin, Mrs. Propsting, Mrs. A. W. Haume, and Mrs. Robinson sang the principal parts. Mr. Packer held the concerts in aid of the organ fund at Del Sarte's Rooms (now called the Tasmanian Hall), which was purchased by Mr. John Davies, sen., and committee. For some years Mrs. Robinson assisted Mr. Arnold at the Bethel on Sunday afternoons, and when the English traders were in port there was a good attendance. She also assisted by singing on several occasions at concerts in St. Peter's Hall, Lower Collins-street, in aid of St. Mary's Cathedral, Mr. McCann, sen., being conductor.

ASSOCIATIONS: Frederick Augustus Packer (organist); prince Alfred (duke of Edinburgh); Alfred Jackson Dentith (organist); James Robert McCann (organist)

"DEATHS", The Mercury (21 April 1944), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article26020706

ROBINSON. - On April 20, 1944, at the residence of her son-in-law (Mr. W. Muir sen.), 12 McGregor St., Battery Pt., Mary Ann, widow of Capt A. V. [sic] Robinson, in her 94th year. Peace, perfect peace. Funeral in Saturday's "Mercury."

"OBITUARY. Mrs. M. A. Robinson", The Mercury (24 April 1944), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article26022636 

Mrs. Mary Ann Robinson, widow of Capt. A. B. Robinson, died at the residence of her son-in-law, Mr. W. Muir sen., Battery Pt., on Thursday, in her 94th year. Born at Hobart, she was the third daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Alexander Clark. Mrs. Robinson was a member of St. David's Choir when Mr. Fred Parker [sic] was organist, and when HMS Galatea arrived in Hobart with the Duke of Edinburgh she sang at a concert given in his honour. She also sang at many concerts given in aid of St. Mary's Cathedral. After her marriage she resided in Hobart and Launceston. Three sons were Anzacs in the First World War . . .

ROBINSON, Michael (Michael ROBINSON)

Musician, fiddler

Born ? c. 1756
Died Parramatta, NSW, 20 November 1826, aged "70"

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-R-2.php#ROBINSON-Michael (shareable link to this entry)

Documentation:

"DIED", The Australian (25 November 1826), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article37072492

At Parramatta, on Monday the 20th November, aged 70, Michael Robinson, a fiddler. - An Inquest was held on the 21st instant. Verdict, died by the visitation of God. Michael was a free man, and had neither friends nor money; and it was not until Thursday that his remains were interred. Charity was at its lowest ebb, and the common-wealth did not take the expense upon itself. Application was made to the Rev. Samuel Marsden, he referred the applicants to the Police Magistrate, Dr. Harris, who gave no orders. Mr. Aird, the Superintendent, said he could not order a coffin. The Clergyman at last paid for one; and all that was left of the poor object, was enclosed in it, and removed from the house where he had died.

ASSOCIATIONS: Samuel Marsden (clergyman)

Bibliography and resources:

Robert Jordan, "Music and civil society in New South Wales, 1788-1809", Journal of the Royal Australian Historical Society 98/2 (December 2012), (193-210), 202

http://search.informit.com.au/documentSummary;dn=060857840144157;res=IELHSS (PAYWALL)

. . . The obscurity in which the poorest of musicians lived is nicely caught in a mood piece in the Australian . . . As Robinson was aged 70 at his death in 1826 he could well have been in the colony since the I 8th century, but he appears in none of the musters, not even those for 1823-25 . . .

ROBINSON, Michael Massey (Michael Massey ROBINSON; Michael ROBINSON)

Singer, songwriter, convict, public servant ("first Australian Harmonist")

Born England, 12 February 1757; baptised Chipping Barnet, Hertford, 23 February 1757; son of James and Rachel ROBINSON
Convicted Old Bailey, London, 15 February 1796, aged "45" (recte 39) Arrived Sydney, NSW, 18 May 1798 (convict per Barwell, from Portsmouth, 6 November 1797)
Married Elizabeth ROBLEY (1782-1827), Norfolk Island, 1806
Died Sydney, NSW, 22 December 1826, aged "79" / "92" (recte 69)

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Michael+Massey+Robinson (TROVE public tag)

https://www.digitalpanopticon.org/life?id=obpt17960217-71-defend917 (Old Bailey online digital panopticon)

http://nla.gov.au/nla.party-573230 (NLA persistent identifier)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-R-2.php#ROBINSON-Michael-Massey (shareable link to this entry)

"Mich[ae]l Robinson" "The Poet Laureat", Edward Charles Close, sketchbook from c. 1817, State Library of New South Wales, SAFE / PXA 1187

http://archival.sl.nsw.gov.au/Details/archive/110339254

http://digital.sl.nsw.gov.au/delivery/DeliveryManagerServlet?dps_pid=FL3271533 (DIGITISED)

ASSOCIATIONS: Edward Charles Close (1790-1866, soldier, magistrate, artist)

Summary:

Robinson, twice a transported convict (first from England to NSW, second from NSW to Norfolk Island), had become, by early in the Macquarie years, the unofficial colonial bard. He recited, rather than sang, his annual odes for the king's and queen's birthdays, as is made clear in the report (20 January 1816) below. Their texts were regularly reprinted in the press, as were the words of original songs that he himself sang at anniversary dinners and similar occasions.

According to his obituary in the Gazette, it was not Barron Field, but Robinson who was the "first Austral Harmonist".

Documentation:

Births in the parish of Chipping Barnet, 1724-1812, fol. 21v; Hertfordshire parish registers

https://search.findmypast.co.uk/record?id=GBPRS%2FHERT%2F004948004%2F00219&parentid=GBPRS%2FB%2F71654504%2F1 (PAYWALL)

February 25d 1757 / Michael Massey Robinson of James & Rachel Baptiz'd / born Feb'y 12th

ASSOCIATIONS: St. John the Baptist church (Chipping Barnet, now in Greater London)

Register of duties paid for apprentices' indentures, 1710-1811; UK National Archives, PRO IR 1/26

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/1851/images/32422_236908-00829 (PAYWALL)

[1771] Thursday 3 Jan'y / 14 / Jno. Bewley Rish [sic, Rich] of Gray's Inn London / Attorney / Michael Massey Robinson

ASSOCATIONS: John Bewley Rich (1747-1775), attorney, was a nephew of John Rich (actor, theatrical manager), original producer of John Gay's The beggar's opera

Michael Robinson, 15 (? 17) February 1796, Old Bailey online

https://www.oldbaileyonline.org/browse.jsp?div=t17960217-71 

225. MICHAEL ROBINSON was indicted for that he, on the 12th of January, knowingly, unlawfully, maliciously, and feloniously, did send a certain letter, in writing, directed to James Oldham Oldham, Esq. therein demanding a certain valuable thing, that is to say, a Bank note, contrary to the statute . . .

. . . GUILTY, Of writing and sending a letter to the prosecutor, threatening to publish a libel, imputing to him the murder of his master, for the purpose of extorting money.
Death (Aged 45 [sic].) Judgment respited, the case being reserved for the opinion of the Judges.

See also "THE KING AGAINST MICHAEL ROBINSON", Cases in crown law: determined by the twelve judges, by the Court . . . Volume 2 (London: J. Butterworth and Son, &c., 1815), 749

http://books.google.com.au/books?id=Gow0AAAAIAAJ&pg=PA749

Ode for the king's birth-day, 1811 [colophon: "New South Wales, June 4, 1811"] ([Sydney: George Howe], 1811)

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/34643360 

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/34643360 (DIGITISED)

"Sydney", The Sydney Gazette and New South Wales Advertiser (20 January 1816), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2176514

. . . At one o'clock His Majesty's armed brig Emu fired a Royal Salute; and His EXCELLENCY held a Levee at Government House, and received the Congratulations of the Civil and Military Officers, and other Gentlemen of the Colony. The LAUREAT BARD (for so we may venture to call him, from the frequency of his tributes on such occasions) presented his offering of an Ode, which, at the instance of His EXCELLENCY, he recited in an emphatic and appropriate style; the distinguished approbation of those who had the satisfaction to hear it, will best convey the high opinion entertained of the merits of this production . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Lachlan Macquarie (governor)

"ROYAL BIRTH-DAY ODES, WRITTEN IN NEW SOUTH WALES, AND RECITED AT THE LEVEES AT GOVERNMENT-HOUSE, SYDNEY", The Sydney Gazette and New South Wales Advertiser (22 December 1821), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2180692 

AT the earnest Solicitation of many respectable Characters in the Colony, the AUTHOR of these Productions has revived his Intention to publish A COMPLETE SERIES, commencing in 1810, and continued to the Year 1821, inclusive, comprising Twenty-one Odes, together with some hitherto unpublished Pieces of Poetry, forming One Volume in large 8vo. and, accompanied with an Engraving of the Author, from an original Painting by Mr. Reid, sen. and allowed to be a Chef D'Ouvre of that Artist. The Title Page will also be engraved. The Paper will be of the first Quality, and the Book delivered, handsomely half-bound in red or green Leather, in the Month of March next . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Richard Read (artist)

"DEATH", The Australian (23 December 1826), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article37072644

After gradually declining for this some time back, Mr. Michael Robinson, many years principal clerk in the Police Office at Sydney, breathed his last. The night previous to his death he spent very restlessly; towards morning he fell into a doze; at six o'clock he awoke, and appeared cheerful; before another hour had elapsed he was found lifeless. He appeared to be in such unusual good spirits and spoke with so much freedom at six o'clock, that it was thought the day of dissolution was yet distant. The deceased was 92 years of age [sic].

"Death", The Sydney Gazette and New South Wales Advertiser (23 December 1826), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2187170

Yesterday morning, at his residence in Castlereagh street, Mr. MICHAEL ROBINSON. Mr. R. had been an inhabitant of this Colony for the last 20 or 30 years, in the whole of which period he had studiously cultivated a desire to render himself respected - not merely on account of his literary acquirements, but from his exemplary deportment as a member of Society, which has been deprived of one of its useful ornaments. Mr. R. had been employed in all the principal Public Departments in the Colony in his time, and no man was more intimately acquainted with the political state of our Country than himself. He had the happiness to enjoy the friendship of some of the most respectable men in the Colony, and under Governor MACQUARIE his talents as the Poet Laureate of Australia occasionally shone with peculiar lustre. Mr. Robinson, and not Mr. Justice Field, was the "first Austral Harmonist." For the last 20 years he has been in the service of the Colonial Government, and not having any other dependence than that which might arise from the proceeds of his office, and being altogether of an un-business turn, his wife and family, as may be supposed, are by no means independent of external circumstances. This, however, we trust, will be considered worthy of attention by the Colonial Government, who will duly regard the family of an individual that had served the Crown up to the 80th year of his age [sic] - dying in his post. After saying so much it is needless to add, that the deceased was much respected.

Published songs:

[Song, anniversary dinner], 1813 (unattributed, no tune indicated)

"POETRY", The Sydney Gazette and New South Wales Advertiser (30 January 1813), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article628623 

Effusions of Gratitude

FROM Albion's blest Isle have we cross'd the wide Main,
And brav'd all the Dangers of Neptune's Domain -,
The Hurricane's Whirlwind, the Tempest's loud Roar,,
An Asylum to find on Australia's rude Shore,
For the Genius of Britain sent forth a Decree,,
That her Sons should be exil'd - once more to be free!

. . . [5 more verses] . . .

Song; anniversary dinner, 1820 (no tune indicated)

[News], The Sydney Gazette and New South Wales Advertiser (5 February 1820), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2179245 

We regret, that by an unforeseen circumstance, we had not the pleasure of introducing to our Readers the following Song, which was given with great effect by the Author on the last Anniversary of the Commemoration of the Establishment of this Colony, held at Hankinson's Rooms in George street, the 26th ult. and which our Readers will perceive is the production of no common pen.

SONG, FOR THE COMMEMORATION DINNER, JANUARY 26, 1820. Presented by Mr. Robinson.

ALIVE to the strain that gay fancy inspires,
We cherish its impulse, and glow with its fires;
Whilst wit, mirth, and harmony, blended together,
Resound with the toast, Boys - "OLD ENGLAND FOR EVER!"

. . . [4 more verses] . . .

Song, anniversary dinner, 1822 (no tune indicated)

[News], The Sydney Gazette and New South Wales Advertiser (8 February 1822), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2180809

. . . A Song, from the pen of our favourite Laureat-Bard, Mr. Robinson, was given amidst loud and reiterated acclamations. We are glad to have an opportunity of introducing it to our Readers.

SONG.

Philosophers say, and experience declares,
That life is a medley of pleasures and cares; -
That the sunshine which smiles on our prospects to-day,
May be chas'd by the gloom of to-morrow away.

. . . [6 more verses] . . .

Song, anniversary day, 1824 (no tune indicated)

"SONG FOR THE COMMEMORATION DINNER", The Sydney Gazette and New South Wales Advertiser (5 February 1824), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2182628

. . . The first Song, sung in the course of the evening, was, our Reporter upon this occasion says, from the pen of the old favorite Australian Bard, and was given by himself with the most gratifying effect. Loud and reiterated shouts of applause followed the close of every verse. - Of its merits, as an original and fanciful production, our Readers will judge for themselves from the following copy:-

SONG, FOR THE COMMEMORATION DINNER, 1824.

Whilst the gay Sons of Harmony socially join
To pour their oblations at Bacchus's shrine,
Their rosy-fac'd god lends a charm to the board,
When our chairman presides as his deputy-Lord.

. . . [10 more verses] . . .

Song, anniversary dinner, 1825 (tune: Derry Down)

"COMMEMORATION DINNER", The Sydney Gazette and New South Wales Advertiser (3 February 1825), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2183684 

. . . We ought, however, to have noticed that previous to Mr. Wentworth's speech, the company were highly gratified by a song on the same subject, the production of our old favourite Bard, a copy of which we have been favored with, and is subjoined . . .

SONG, FOR THE COMMEMORATION DINNER, 1825.

The annals of London's emporium have told,
That a fire broke out in that city of old;
And raging around, with insatiate fury,
Swept her Corn-hill - her Poultry - and smote her "Old Jewry."

. . . [11 more verses] . . .

"ANNIVERSARY MEETING", The Australian (3 February 1825), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article37073278

. . . A variety of songs were given in the course of the evening, two of which were composed expressly for the occasion the one by "Avec Franchase," the other by Mr. Robinson . . . Mr. Robinson's song was delivered with much humour, to the tune of "derry down," and excited a good deal of merriment. As it relates to an occurrence of the day, we give it insertion . . . [as above]

MUSIC CONCORDANCE: Derry Down (tune; as in Midas, a comic opera, arr. Kane O'Hara, c. 1760)

Song, dinner to Thomas Brisbane, 1825 (no tune indicated)

"PUBLIC DINNER TO HIS EXCELLENCY", The Sydney Gazette and New South Wales Advertiser (10 November 1825), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2184661

. . . Several songs were in the course of the evening sung by Messrs. Hindson, Pitman, and B. Levey; as well as the following, which was written for the occasion, by Mr. M. Robinson: -

SONG.

The trophies of Freedom transcendent have shone,
In graceful reflection from Britain's bright throne;
And the star she diffus'd - with munificent smile,
Has glimmer'd at last on Australia's Isle.

. . . [8 more verses] . . .

"Sydney Intelligence", Colonial Times (2 December 1825), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2446678

. . . Many excellent songs were given, and one in particular, composed and sung by that old Son of he Muses, Mr. Michael Robinson, which we shall endeavour to make room for in our next . . .

Song, anniversary dinner, 1826 (no tune indicated)

"ANNIVERSARY DINNER", The Sydney Gazette and New South Wales Advertiser (1 February 1826), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2185167

In the hurry of our report of this festival, we omitted to make any allusion to the Song prepared for the occasion. We now present it to our Readers as the production of our venerated Bard, whose witty, gay, and Classical muse has so often been the subject of general admiration and praise.

SONG, BY MR. M. ROBINSON.

In Olympus we're told
The celestials of old,
In spite of morality's lecture,
Would steal a sly sup
From the festival cup,
And sometimes get mellow with nectar.

. . . [9 more verses] . . .

Doubtful:

The old viceroy, for the anniversary dinner, 1824, but not sung (no tune indicated)

"Original Poetry", The Colonist (5 February 1835), 6

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article31716180

[We insert the following colonial production, which, we have reason to believe, has never been published before . . . It was the recollection of the vigorous administration of Governor Macquarie, contrasted with the inefficiency of that of his successor, Sir T. Brisbane, that occasioned the following production; which, we have been informed, was intended to have been either said or sung at the colonial anniversary dinner of the 26th of January, 1824. Whether it was the production of the late Michael Robinson, poet laureat of New South Wales during the government of Major General Macquarie, who must naturally have bewailed the discontinuance of his honours and emoluments under the reign of that most unpoetical Governor Sir Thomas Brisbane, we cannot pretend to say. At all events its political feelings were somewhat too strong for the anniversary dinner, and it was consequently neither said nor sung, on the occasion. It can now be regarded merely as a good old colonial jeu d'esprit.]

THE OLD VICEROY.

OUR gallant Governor has gone,
Across the rolling sea,
To tell the king on England's throne,
What merry men are we;

CHORUS.
Macquarie was the prince of men!
Australia's pride and joy!
We ne'er shall see his like again;
Here's to the old Viceroy!

. . . [4 more verses] . . .

Bibliography and resources:

J. H. M. Abbott, "Macquarie's Laureate. The Genius of Michael Robinson", The World's News (2 April 1927), 12

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article130602038 

ASSOCIATIONS: John Henry Macartney Abbott (journalist)

Odes of Michael Massey Robinson, first poet laureate of Australia (1754-1826), with an introduction by George Mackaness . . . with four illustrations (Sydney: D. S. Ford, 1946)

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/12448455 

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-2198326818 (DIGITISED)

ASSOCIATIONS: George Mackaness (editor); also includes, at end (96-107), editions of 5 songs

Donovan Clarke, "Robinson, Michael Massey (1744-1826)", Australian dictionary of biography 2 (1967)

http://adb.anu.edu.au/biography/robinson-michael-massey-2598

ASSOCIATIONS: Donovan Clarke (author)

ROBINSON, Thomas (Thomas ROBINSON; T. ROBINSON; T. E. ROBINSON)

Copperplate engraver and printer, engraver of sheet music covers, ? lithographer

Born Huddersfield, England, c. 1817
Arrived ? Hobart Town, VDL, 12 December 1840 (free per Egyptian, from England, 19 August)
Active Sydney, NSW, c. 1842 to January 1844
Tried and convicted (1) Sydney, NSW, 6-23 January 1844
Imprisoned Norfolk Island, 1844-47
Arrived Hobart Town, VDL (TAS), 6 August 1847 (convict per Lady Franklin)
Tried and convicted (2) Hobart Town, TAS, 6 September 1855
Imprisoned TAS, 1855-57
Active TAS, from 12 February 1857

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

https://nla.gov.au/nla.party-1485155 (NLA persistent identifier)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-R-2.php#ROBINSON-Thomas-engraver (shareable link to this entry)

? See also above I. W. Robinson

Documentation:

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (27 September 1842), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12418941 

. . . Mr. Robinson, Engraver, Pitt-street, Sydney . . .

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (26 August 1843), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12410637 

. . . Mr. Thomas Robinson, Engraver and Copperplate Printer, Park-street, next door to Pettit's Hotel, Sydney . . .

"FORGED NOTES", The Weekly Register of Politics, Facts and General Literature (30 September 1843), 140

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article228134001 

On Monday evening, a little boy named Charles McCutchin, aged about nine years, entered Grays, Light-house Tavern, corner of Bathurst and Sussex-streets, with a bottle for a gill of rum, in payment of which he tendered a one pound note of the Bank of New South Wales, received the change, and left the premises. Mr. Gray, on the following day paid the note into the Bank, when it was pronounced to be a forgery . . . The note is executed with a pen, and requires a close inspection to distinguish it from the genuine document. It is numbered 90,039. Mr. Pearce, the acting Chief Constable, succeeded on Thursday evening in securing an engraver named Thomas Robinson, who has since been identified by the boy McClutchin [sic] as the man who sent him . . .

Convict record (1), Thomas Robinson, per Lady Franklin, 1847; Tasmanian names index; NAME_INDEXES:1430298; CON37/1/3 Page 967

https://stors.tas.gov.au/NI/1430298 

https://stors.tas.gov.au/CON37-1-3$init=CON37-1-3p366 

Robinson, Thomas / Tried Sydney from 6 to 23 Jan'y 1844. Life com't to 15 yrs / Arrived V.D.L. 6 Aug't 1847 / Transported for Uttering a Forgery . . . / Married / Trade: Copper plate printer / Height 5' 4" / Age: 30 . . . / Native Place: Huddersfield . . .

"TASMANIA . . . STABBING", The Sydney Morning Herald (18 July 1855), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12971805 

One of those cowardly instances of ferocity with which, we regret to feel compelled to state, the name of Englishmen has of late years been too frequently associated, occurred on the evening of Thursday last, in Elizabeth-street. The victim in this case is William Graham, lately a constable in the district of Port Cygnet; the perpetrator, Mr. T. E. Robinson, an engraver, living near the Rock Hotel, in the above locality. Some quarrel appeared to have occurred between Robinson and his wife, with which Graham attempted to interfere, and was, consequently stabbed with a bowie-knife in two places, in the leg and thigh . . .

Convict record (2), Thomas Robinson, 1855; Tasmanian names index; NAME_INDEXES:1430284; CON37/1/8 Page 2763

https://stors.tas.gov.au/NI/1430284 

https://stors.tas.gov.au/CON37-1-8$init=CON37-1-8p360 (DIGITISED)

[Advertisement], The Hobart Town Mercury (7 September 1856), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article3244981 

T - E- Robinson. Writing and Historical Engraver, COPPER-PLATE PRINTER, &c.,
160, Liverpool-street, 4 doors from Harrington street, Hobart Town . . .

Musical prints:

Presumably during 1843 and at most a few months earlier and later, Robinson signed engraved covers for the following extant Sydney sheet music editions by Francis Ellard (presumably among otherss):

The daughter of Israel. music and poetry by Charles Sloman

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/14834195 

https://digital.sl.nsw.gov.au/delivery/DeliveryManagerServlet?embedded=true&toolbar=false&dps_pid=IE3748153 (DIGITISED)

The fairy boy, written & composed by Samuel Lover

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/33166190 

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-176341658 (DIGITISED)

The light bark (composed expressly for Madame Vestris by J. T. Craven

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/24304418 

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-168744766 (DIGITISED)

Long time ago; or, Near the lake where drooped the willow . . . adapted & arranged by Charles E. Horn

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/19271809 

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-165714670 (DIGITISED)

Rise gentle moon . . . written by J. R. Planche, composed by John Barnett

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/6370842 

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-176256381 (DIGITISED)

He also engraved the cover for Ellard's series, The Hibernian wreath . . . arranged by . . . Francçois Bernard, as see no. 3:

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/193401415 

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-120635781 (DIGITISED)

Bibliography and references:

"Thomas E. Robinson", Design & Art Australia Online (DAAO)

https://www.daao.org.au/bio/thomas-e-robinson 

ROBINSON, Thomas Wilkie (Thomas Wilkie ROBINSON; T. W. ROBINSON)

School teacher, schoolmaster, amateur vocalist, lecturer on music

Born England, 4 March 1804; baptised St. John's, Newcastle Upon Tyne, 25 June 1804; son of John ROBINSON and Jane WILKIE
Married (1) Jane HARVEY (d. 1837), St. Cuthbert's, Edinburgh, 8 June 1832
Arrived Sydney, NSW, 3 December 1837 (per Portland, from Greenock, 24 July)
Married (2) Mary KEDDIE (1812-1891), Maitland, NSW, 1843
Departed Sydney, NSW, mid 1861 (for Scotland)
Died Edinburgh, Scotland, 20 April 1875

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Thomas+Wilkie+Robinson+1804-1875 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

http://nla.gov.au/nla.party-1656305 (NLA persistent identifier - AustStage)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-R-2.php#ROBINSON-Thomas-Wilkie (shareable link to this entry)

? See also above I. W. Robinson

Documentation:

"ARRIVAL", The Colonist (7 December 1837), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article31720120 

ON Sunday the 3rd instant, the barque Portland, 541 tons, James Coubro, Esq., commander, arrived from Greenock, in the west of Scotland, from whence she sailed on the 24th July, having touched at King George's Sound. Passengers: the Rev. Dr. Lang . . . Robinson . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: John Dunmore Lang (clergyman)

"DEATH", The Colonist (7 December 1837), 7

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article31720115 

At Sea, suddenly, on board the ship Portland, on the 11th of September, Jane Henry, the wife of Mr. T. W. Robinson, teacher, formerly of 28, Greenside Street, Edinburgh.

[Advertisement], The Colonist (3 January 1838), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article31720211 

PRESBYTERIAN SCHOOLS . . . a Presbyterian Juvenile School, in connexion with the Synod of New South Wales, will be open in the Gallery of the Scots Church, Jamison-street, on Monday the 8th current, for the Education of Children of both sexes, under the superintendence Mr. T. W. Robinson, from Edinburgh . . .

"EVENING SCHOOLS", The Colonist (24 February 1838), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article31720511 

We have heard repeated complaints as to the want of Evening Schools in Sydney, made by young men, who are engaged during the whole day at their trade or business, and who feel desirous to improve their education by attending some qualified teacher during their spare evening hours . . . Perhaps Mr. Robinson, of the Presbyterian Norman [sic, Normal] Schoo1, may take this matter into consideration; and if he takes it in hand, we consider him highly qualified for the task.

[Advertisement], The Maitland Mercury and Hunter River General Advertiser (6 January 1844), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article664055 

Patrick's Plains Institution.
MR. T. W. ROBINSON (for many years Assistant Teacher in Mr. Knight's Establishment, Edinburgh, and a Licentiate of the Normal Institution, Glasgow,) and MRS. T. W. ROBINSON beg respectfully to announce that this Institution, heretofore conducted under the superintendence of the Rev. J. Hetherington, will be Opened by them on the 15th instant, for the Board and Education of Young Ladies and Gentlemen.
Arrangements have been made for conducting the departments separately.
The branches taught will comprehend . . . for Young Ladies . . . French, Music, and Drawing . . . are charged extra.
Singleton, 3rd January, 1844.

"MAITLAND SCHOOL OF ARTS", The Maitland Mercury and Hunter River General Advertiser (21 September 1858), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article18655959 

The opening lecture of the session was delivered on Thursday evening by Mr. T. W. Robinson on "Music." The President, Dr. Scott, occupied the chair. The attendance upon the occasion was very large and respectable. Mr. Robinson, before taking up the subject of his lecture, alluded to the alterations which were about to be made in the delivery of lectures, whereby they would be given less frequently. He called upon his audience to show that twenty lectures during the year were not too many. The lecturer stated that it was not his intention to treat the subject scientifically or theoretically, and ended by enquiring - What was music? He remarked upon the powerful effect of music in affording relaxation to a mind or body harassed, troubled, or wearied, and asserted that that man must be wrongly constituted who was not pleased with music. He divided his subject into the following classification - the music of the nursery; music of the fireside; music of the bower; music of the assembly, whether of the hall or temple; martial music, or music of the battle-field; and the music of Comus, or comic music. Time did not permit the lecturer to enter into all these divisions and his lecture was therefore confined to the three first.

He spoke of the exhilirating influence of music and in allusion to the music of the nursery, which was noticeable for the tenderness of its tone, he made some touching and feeling remarks upon the duties of a mother. To her was to be attributed the character of the future man. She it was who taught him his first lessons. As an instance of the intensity of a mother's love, the lecturer sang a song entitled the "Angels Whisper." The music of the fireside was characterised by love fidelity sympathy and co operation and was generally in the minor key. The cultivation of this branch of music rendered home superlatively happy. To illustrate this branch of music the lecturer sang "John Anderson my Joe," and "Maggie Lauder," in the latter of which he was encored.

In treating of the music of the bower the lecturer gave the palm of excellence in this branch to the Scotch, the Irish, and the Welsh. The English, though fond of music, had not displayed much talent for composition. Their love songs were far below in tenderness, expression, and sweetness, those of the other three races. The lecturer here sang Rory O'More, and the Laird of Cockpen. Mr. Robinson concluded his lecture by speaking of the progress made by the members of the Philharmonic Institute. Their concerts he said were well attended, and their efforts were praiseworthy and creditable. He trusted to see it well supported. He hoped all would join it and become members. It would be the means of improving the taste and habits of many who now, from that absurd exclusiveness which prevailed, were obliged to have recourse for amusement to places of doubtful respectability. The cultivation of music, he argued, would increase happiness and would be the means of imparting higher and more lofty expressions of feeling. At the conclusion of the lecture which was one of much literary merit and one admirably calculated to amuse and rivet the attention of an audience, a vote of thanks was accorded to Mr. Robinson, who announced his intention of continuing the subject on a future occasion, and the meeting separated. We must not omit to mention that Mr. Hitchins presided at the pianoforte and played with much skill good taste and ability.

ASSOCIATIONS: Fortescue Hitchins (pianist); Maitland Philharmonic Institute (society)

MUSIC: The angel's whisper (by Samuel Lover)

"MAITLAND SCHOOL OF ARTS", The Maitland Mercury and Hunter River General Advertiser (19 March 1859), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article18650784 

The monthly lecture of the Maitland School of Arts was delivered on Thursday evening by Mr. T. W. Robinson. It was a continuation of the lecture on music delivered by that gentleman on a previous occasion, when he treated of the music of the nursery, the music of the fireside and the music of the bower. On this occasion he spoke of martial music, principally, of national music, and of "the music of Comus," or "of Momus," as he remarked might be the more appropriate appellation. In delivering this series of lectures elsewhere, Mr. Robinson had included "music of the temple amongst the divisions of his subject; but he now reserved it for a future opportunity, when he said, he hoped to illustrate it by means of a harmonium, and by the assistance of several friends.

In his opening observations he alluded to the lecture recently delivered by Mr. Plunkett, at the Lyceum on a kindred subject, and quoted the sentiments of the lecturer with respect to the high position of music as the sister art with poetry and painting, and the handmaid of religion, as the most delightful and spiritual of recreations, and as a great purifier of taste. Referring, also, to the remarks of Mr. Plunkett upon the spread of vocal music in England through the introduction of Hullah's system, he expressed the hope that a similar impetus might be given to the study of it in this colony and in this part of it. After reciting the lines of the poet Collins in praise of music and briefly recapitulating the former lecture he proceeded to resume the consideration of the subject at the point where that lecture left it, and first he spoke of the characteristics of martial music, and its striking effects in the field of battle. The possession by almost every nation of a national music was then noticed, and the influence of that music when at a distance from home, it revived home recollections and associations, was illustrated by several anecdotes. Australia, the lecturer said, had as yet no national music, though, he felt the hope, expressed by the poet Campbell, that this would not continue to be the case; but one song, he remarked had been written - the words by Mr. G. W. Allen [sic], of Sydney, and the music by Mr. Mackenzie, also of Sydney. The youth of the colony were very patriotic, and where the love of country existed, the other feeling, resulting in the production of national music, would follow. National music, the lecturer observed, required no language but its own, it had no need of words, it was the direct voice of passion even more than poetry itself. It had much to do with patriotism, and powerful were its influences when the harmonies of a Weber and the burning words of a Korner were united. The lecturer concluded this part of his subject by inferring from the old Greek allegories the power of music in early days, by pointing out its influence in the days of chivalry, as indicated by the respect then paid to the minstrel; and by some remarks upon the peculiarly national music of the bagpipes. Amongst his illustrations of martial music was "Scots wha hae," the remarkable circumstances connected with the composition of the words of which, he related.

Comic music was then referred to by the lecturer, who remarked that it did not illustrate any particular phase of human character, and that much of it was by some said to be but an exemplification of the degree of debasement, of which the human intellect was capable. With this opinion he differed, for, whilst admitting that it was of varying quality - good, bad, and indifferent, he held that the better kinds had their use in dispelling care. He touched on the question whether there was really in music alone an inherent power of exciting risibility, and he inclined to the belief that there was not any such power, for pathetic airs rendered ridiculous words sung to them doubly ridiculous. The lecture was illustrated abundantly by Mr. Robinson, and also by Mr. Hitchins, who accompanied on the piano, and to both gentlemen a vote of thanks was passed at its close.

ASSOCIATIONS: John Hubert Plunkett (musical amateur, lecturer on music); John Hullah (English vocal class instructor); Harry Mackenzie (composer); the promised third lecture on sacred music was apparently never delivered

MUSIC: Such is life (music by Harry Mackenzie; words by Walter B. Allen)

"MAITLAND PHILHARMONIC INSTITUTE", The Maitland Mercury and Hunter River General Advertiser (5 April 1859), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article18640713 

The adjourned annual meeting of the members of the Maitland Philharmonic Institute was held on Saturday evening . . . for the election of officers . . . The Rev. J. R. Thackeray, President of the Institute, occupied the chair . . . The two motions, for the election of Mr. H. Vindin as president, and of Mr. T. W. Robinson as vice-president, were then put and carried . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: James Robert Thackeray (president, clergyman)

"MAITLAND PHILHARMONIC INSTITUTE (From the Ensign of yesterday)", The Maitland Mercury and Hunter River General Advertiser (9 May 1861), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article18681775 

The half-yearly general meeting of this institute was held in the Hall of the School of Arts on Monday evening . . . The committee of the Maitland Philharmonic Institute deeply regret having to report that the institute has, during the past half-year, suffered very much from a combination of unfavourable circumstances . . . Mr. Hitchens, the musical conductor, recently resigned, in consequence of the indisposition of some, and the absence of others, of the performing members, having rendered it improbable that he would be able to give the required number of concerts within the prescribed time in a satisfactory manner; and Mr. T. W. Robinson, the president, resigned to prepare for his contemplated voyage to Scotland . . .

"SOIREE AT THE SCHOOL OF ARTS", The Maitland Mercury and Hunter River General Advertiser (7 June 1862), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article18688747 

On Thursday evening a soiree was given at the School of Arts, West Maitland, for the second time in the history of the institution. It will be remembered that the first attempt of the kind was, as to the attendance of the public and the spirit with which it was conducted, eminently successful . . . Mr. Hitchins having played a solo on the pianoforte, various members of the institution came forward with recitations and songs . . . The band also played at intervals . . . The Chairman [J. R. Thackeray] then rose, and alluded to the changes that had taken place since the last soiree. There were some familiar voices, he said, which they had often heard within that hall, but which they might never hear again, and be could not help thinking of one whose absence they would all regret - (he meant Mr. T. W. Robinson) - and feeling how delighted he would have been had he been present at this soiree . . .

"DEATH", The Maitland Mercury and Hunter River General Advertiser (29 June 1875), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article18796087 

At Rosebank Villa, Wardie Road, Edinburgh, on the 20th April, Thomas Wilkie Robinson, Esq., late of East Maitland, New South Wales. Relatives and friends are requested to accept this intimation.

"DEATH OF MR. T. W. ROBINSON", The Maitland Mercury and Hunter River General Advertiser (29 June 1875), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article18796119 

Many men who are now actively engaged in the battle-field of life were when boys pupils of a gentleman who has at last gone to his long home. Mr. T. W. Robinson, who kept a high-class school in East Maitland many years ago, died in Edinburgh on the 20th April last, after suffering three years from paralysis. During the time of his illness he was tended with loving and constant care by his wife. Mr. Robinson was something more than a schoolmaster - and he was a good schoolmaster - while he dwelt amongst us: he was one of the presidents of the Maitland School of Arts during its first years, and was a frequent lecturer on its behalf, uniting in that task a strong commonsense, a cultivated literary taste, an extensive learning, with much genuine humour. He also took part in many local public movements, and his intelligence and readiness of intellect made him a very useful assistant in any public capacity. For ten years he has been residing in retirement in Edinburgh, having been ten years or thereabouts absent from New South Wales. He enjoyed a well earned competence as the solace of his declining years.

ROBINSON, W. (W. ROBINSON; ? William; Mr. ROBINSON)

Musician, handbells player, bellringer

Active Ballarat, VIC, by 1856

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-R-2.php#ROBINSON-W (shareable link to this entry)

Documentation:

"HAND BELLS", The Star [Ballarat, VIC] (22 November 1856), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article250439184 

"A NOVELTY", The Star (25 December 1856), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article66040205 

ROBINSON, William Charles (William Charles ROBINSON; Rev. W. C. ROBINSON)

Amateur musician, choir leader, composer, hymn writer, Congregational clergyman

Born London, England, May 1820; baptised Ebenezer Chapel, Shadwell, August 1820; son of William ROBINSON and Margaret FORD
Arrived Melbourne, VIC, 8 September 1857 (per Adelaide, from London, 22 May)
Active Hobart, TAS, 1862; 1863-82
Died Ashfield, Sydney, NSW, 2 July 1904, aged 84

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=William+Charles+Robinson+1820-1904 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

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Summary:

Robinson was born in London, trained at Hackney Congregational College, and entered the Independent ministry in 1845. After serving his first pastorate near Bedford, his health broke down, and, in consequence, in 1857 he sailed for Victoria, where in November he became pastor at Williamstown.

Robinson visited Hobart in November 1862, and returned in January to become pastor of the Brisbane Street Congregational Church, where he remained until 1882.

He was both a hymn writer and composer. In August 1863, he advertised that at a special Sunday school service "Hymns, composed for the occasion, will be sung", and at a missionary farewell in 1866, it was reported:

Another hymn composed and printed for the occasion, read by the Rev. W. C. Robinson, was then sung.

His Anthem: Hundredth psalm, published by J. Walch and Sons in Hobart in March 1864, had been:

Composed for the Bible and singing class meeting at Brisbane Street Chapel, Hobarton by the Rev. W. C. Robinson, and presented to the members of the class at their social meeting, January 1864.

His publisher, James Walch, was a deacon in Robinson's Hobart congregation.

Documentation:

Register of baptisms, Ebenezer Chapel Shadwell, 1824-37; UK National Archives, non-conformist registers, RG 4 / 4411

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/2972/images/40612_B0151721-00017 (PAYWALL)

[Baptised] August 1820 / William Charles Robinson / Vinegar Lane Saint George / [born] May 1820 / [son of] William & Margaret Robinson [formerly] Margaret Ford

"CONGREGATIONAL HOME MISSION", The Age (12 September 1857), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article154836112

This society, which was commenced at the latter end of last year, for the purpose of procuring from England, and locating in suburban and country districts, ministers of the Congregational order, and which raised in November last the sum of £1000, to bring out six missionaries, under the auspices of the Rev. J. L. Poore, who was their delegate to England, has just received, in the person of the Rev. W. C. Robinson, late of Ampthill, Bedfordshire, their first selected minister, who arrived on Tuesday last per ship Adelaide. This gentleman has been warmly received by his Christian brethren and the society, which was the means of bringing him to these shores. Mr. Robinson is appointed to preach his introductory sermon to-morrow, in the morning, at the Richmond Independent Chapel; and in the evening at Oxford street Independent Chapel, East Collingwood. The locale of Mr. Robinson's labors will, in all probability, be Williamstown. A public reception is intended to be given to him in Melbourne in the course of the next fortnight.

[Advertisement], Williamstown Chronicle (29 December 1860), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article68570215 

SYLLABUS OF THE SUMMER COURSE OF LECTURES
IN connection with the WILLIAMSTOWN MECHANICS' INSTITUTE . . .
April 10. - Rev. W. C. Robinson, on "The History of Music" . . .

"HOBART TOWN AND THE SOUTH, Brisbane-Street Congregational Church", Launceston Examiner (8 November 1862), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article41456964

The Rev. W. C. Robinson who with Mrs. Robinson arrived on Wednesday, by the Royal Shepherd, has been invited to officiate at Brisbane-street Congregational Church for a few weeks, on trial for the pastorate, in succession to the late Rev. F. Miller. - Advertiser.

"CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH BRISBANE STREET", The Mercury (17 January 1863), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article8814521

The Rev. W. C. Robinson, the new pastor of this church, arrived yesterday, by the Tasmania, and will preach to-morrow morning, and evening, in Brisbane-street chapel.

[Advertisement], The Mercury (8 August 1863), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article8819799

SPECIAL SERVICE, at the Berea Sabbath School, Liverpool-street, on SUNDAY afternoon, August 9th.
The Rev. W. C. Robinson will preach. Hymns, composed for the occasion, will be sung, and a collection made on behalf of the new class rooms.
Service to commence at 3 o'clock.
NEIL LUMSDEN, Secretary.

[Advertisement], The Mercury (11 March 1864), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article8825001

THIS DAY IS PUBLISHING, PRICE-HALF A CROWN,
AN ANTHEM ON THE 100TH PSALM, Composed by the Rev. W. C. ROBINSON,
and presented by him to the Singing and Bible Classes connected with Brisbane-street Chapel.
As only a limited number is printed, early application will be necessary.
The profits (if any) will be devoted to the above Classes.
To be had of Messrs. Walch & Sons, Publishers, Hobart Town and Launceston, and George Rolwegan, Hobart Town.

"SACRED MUSIC", The Mercury (11 March 1864), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article8825012

We have been favored with a copy of an anthem based upon the music of the authorised version of the hundredth psalm described as having bean composed for the Bible and singing class meetings at Brisbane-street Chapel, Hobart Town, by the Rev. W. C. Robinson, and presented to the members of the class at their social meeting held in January 1864. The anthem is produced in lithograph by M. L. Hood, and is a very creditable specimen in this branch of workmanship.

ASSOCIATIONS: Major Lloyd Hood (lithographer)

"ANNIVERSARY BRISBANE-STREET SUNDAY SCHOOL", Tasmanian Morning Herald (27 April 1866), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article169044438 

. . . In the course of the evening, a collection was set on foot, and several choice pieces of sacred music were sung by the choir of the Chapel to the accompaniment of the harmonium, played by Mrs. Dear, the choir being under the leadership of the Rev. Mr. Robinson . . .

"FAREWELL SERVICE ON BOARD THE JOHN WILLIAMS MISSIONARY SHIP", The Mercury (26 June 1866), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article8840102

Yesterday morning at 10 o'clock, a farewell service took place on board the Missionary ship John Williams. A number of ministers of various denominations, and a large assemblage of members of different churches and congregations was present on the occasion. The Rev. W. C. Robinson gave out a hymn which was sung by the audience . . . Another hymn composed and printed for the occasion, read by the Rev. W. C. Robinson, was then sung . . . The proceedings ended by the singing of the doxology . . .

"OUR PREACHERS. No. XIII. REV. W. C. ROBINSON", The Mercury (22 April 1882), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article9008522

The pastor of the Congregational Memorial Church, the Rev. William Charles Robinson, is a native of London, was educated at Hackney Congregational College, and entered the ministry in 1845. His first pastorate was at Mauldon and Ampthill, about eight miles from Bedford, where he had charge of a cause initiated by the author of "Pilgrim's Progress;" his congregation, including some whose forefathers had listened to John Bunyan's teaching, and loved and reverenced the inspired tinker. Mr. Robinson laboured for several years in this district, until at length his health completely broke down, and in consequence he, in the year 1857, left England and came out to Victoria. Arrived in that colony, he commenced the present Congregational cause at Williamstown . . . Mr. Robinson remained at Williamstown for over five years. On the death, in 1862, of the pastor of the Brisbane street Congregational Chapel in this city the Rev. F. Miller - he came to Hobart, commencing his regular ministry as successor to the pioneer of Australasian Congregationalism in January, 1863 . . .

"DEATHS", The Sydney Morning Herald (4 July 1904), 6

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article14629994

ROBINSON. - July 2, 1904, at his residence, 50 Arthur-street, Ashfield, Reverend William Charles Robinson, aged 84 years

"OBITUARY", The Mercury (28 July 1904), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article9686947

In a recent New South Wales paper is a notice of the death of the Rev. W. C. Robinson, who for twenty years, dating from 1863, was the zealous and kindly pastor of the Congregational Church, Brisbane-street . . . Mr. Robinson was a man of wide sympathies and untiring energy . . .

Musical works:

Anthem, hundredth psalm, composed for the Bible and singing class meeting at Brisbane Street Chapel, Hobarton by the Rev. W. C. Robinson, and presented to the members of the class at their social meeting, January 1864 (Hobarton and Launceston: J. Walch & Sons; Hobarton: G. Rolwegan, [1864])

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/9854296

https://stors.tas.gov.au/AI/NS663-1-72 

https://stors.tas.gov.au/ILS/SD_ILS-538371 (DIGITISED)

ASSOCIATIONS: James Walch (publisher and musicseller); George Rolwegan (musicseller); Major Lloyd Hood (lithographer)

ROBINSON, William Cleaver Francis (William Cleaver Francis ROBINSON; W. C. F. ROBINSON; Sir William ROBINSON)

Amateur musician, composer, pianist, colonial governor

Born, Rosmead, Westmeath, Ireland, 13 January 1834
Governor Western Australia (1), January 1875-September 1877
Governor Western Australia (2), from April 1880
Governor South Australia, from February 1883
Acting Governor of Victoria, March-November 1889
Governor Western Australia (3), October 1890-March 1895
Died London, England, 2 May 1897

http://nla.gov.au/nla.party-808294 (NLA persistent identifier)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-R-2.php#ROBINSON-William-C-F (shareable link to this entry)

THIS ENTRY IS A STUB ON PERSONNEL FIRST ACTIVE IN AUSTRALIA AFTER 1860

Summary:

His comic opera Predatoros played in Melbourne in November 1894. At the time of his death he was working on a new opera The nut-brown maid, which was to have been staged in Melbourne.

According to his obituary:

Sir William Robinson was a musician of some eminence, and he composed a number of popular songs, among which the best known are Remember Me No More, I Love Thee So, Imperfectus, Severed, and Thou Art My Soul.

Documentation:

"PREADTOROS, OR THE BRIGAND'S BRIDE", The Argus (12 July 1894), 6

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article8684491

"PREDATOROS IN MELBOURNE", The West Australian (14 November 1894), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article3068983

"THE WEST AUSTRALIAN OPERA", The West Australian (1 January 1895), 6

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article3071028

"SIR W. F. C. ROBINSON AT HOME", The West Australian (23 February 1897), 10

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article3107861

"MUSIC AND DRAMA", The Sydney Morning Herald (20 March 1897), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article14097985

"THE LATE SIR WILLIAM ROBINSON. A BIOGRAPHICAL SKETCH", South Australian Register (4 May 1897), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article54495791

"DEATH OF SIR WILLIAM ROBINSON", The Sydney Morning Herald (4 May 1897), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article14125449

Other works:

A garland of roses (words from the German), in The Illustrated Australian News and Musical Times (2 September 1889), 12-13

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-page5975477

Dear faded flower (song) (Sydney: W. H. Paling & Co., [18-?])

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/32578111 

Palace of dreams (new song; words: J. P. Douglas) (London: Wickins & Co.; Melbourne: W. H. Glen & Co., [189-?])

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/35385331 

If I only knew (words: Mary L. Pendered) (Melbourne: W.H. Glen, [18--?])

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/24650313 

Unfurl the flag (patriotic song; words: Francis Hart) (Melbourne: W. H. Glen, [18-?])

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/5492814 

Predatoros, or, The brigand's bride [libretto only] (serio-comic romantic opera, in two acts written by Francis Hart; composed by Sir W. C. F. Robinson) [Melbourne, November 1894]

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/22271998 

Bibliography and resources:

F. K. Crowley, "Robinson, Sir William Cleaver Francis (1834-1897)", Australian dictionary of biography 6 (1976)

http://adb.anu.edu.au/biography/robinson-sir-william-cleaver-francis-4494

ROBSON, John (John ROBSON)

Amateur musician, instrumentalist, choral conductor

Born Newcastle, Northumberland, England, 1838; baptised All Saints, Newcastle, 1 March 1838; son of Matthew ROBSON (c. 1800-1876) and Hannah SPROAT (c. 1802-1891)
Arrived Melbourne, VIC, 1854
Died Ballarat, VIC, 14 January 1910, aged "72"

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=John+Robson+1838-1910 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

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John Robson (photograph: George Willetts, Ballarat); from Doggett 2006, 212

ASSOCIATIONS: George Willetts (photographer)

Documentation:

England census, 30 March 1851, St. Andrew, Newcastle upon Tyne, Northumberland; UK National Archives, HO 107 / 2405

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/8860/images/NBLHO107_2404_2404-0197 (PAYWALL)

Clayton St. No. 10 / Matthew Robson / HEad / 51 / House Carpenter / [born] Shields
Hannah Robson / Wife / 49 / - / Rothberry
William Robson / Son / 19 / House Carpenter / Newcastle
Hannah / 17 // Matthew / 15 // John / 13 // James / 10 // Margaret / 6

[Advertisement], The Star (22 February 1861), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article66337560 

BALLARAT PHILHARMONIC SOCIETY.
A GRAND CONCERT will be given in the Large Hall of the Mechanics' Institute, on Friday Evening, 22nd February, 1861.
Proceeds for the benefit of the Hospital and Benevolent Institutions,
when will be performed selections from the Oratorios of "St. Paul," "Judas Maccabeus," "The Creation," and "Mozart's 12th Mass."
Principal Vocalists - Mrs. A. T. Turner, Master H. Nicholls, Mr. D. Oliver, and Mr. P. Cazaly, with an efficient Band and Chorus.
Conductor - Mr. A. T. Turner; Leader - Mons. Fleury . . .
J. ROBSON, Hon. Sec. B.P.S.

ASSOCIATIONS: Austin and Charlotte Turner (conductor and vocalist); Daniel Oliver (vocalist); Peter Cazaly (vocalist); Achille Fleury (violin, leader); Ballarat Philharmonic Society

[Advertisement], The Star (28 March 1861), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article66338215 

BALLARAT PHILHARMONIC SOCIETY.
FIRST GRAND SUBSCRIPTION CONCERT, AT THE MECHANICS' INSTITUTE, ON GOOD FRIDAY NIGHT.
THE CREATION, Principal Vocalists: MISS OCTAVIA HAMILTON, MRS. TURNER, AND MESSRS. OLIVER, CAZALY, AND LAKE.
Hon. Conductor - A. T. TURNER, Esq. Leader - MONS. FLEURY . . .
J. ROBSON, Hon. Sec.

ASSOCIATIONS: Octavia Hamilton (vocalist); John Lake (vocalist)

[Advertisement], The Star [Ballarat, VIC] (17 August 1861), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article66341412 

BALLARAT PHILHARMONIC SOCIETY.
GRAND CONCERT to take place on FRIDAY, 30th AUGUST,
When will be performed the Oratorio of "Judas Maccabeus."
For particulars see future advertisement.
JOHN ROBSON, Hon. Sec.

"BALLARAT PHILHARMONIC SOCIETY", The Star (17 January 1862), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article66330815 

[News], The Star (23 May 1861), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article66324275 

There was a general meeting of the members of the Philharmonic Society held on Thursday evening, in the Warden's Court, which was kindly lent for the purpose by Mr. Warden Sherard. Mr. D. Oliver having been voted to the chair, explained to the members that the meeting was called to take into consideration the resignation of their Hon. Conductor, Mr. A. T. Turner, and the financial position of the Society, and to take such steps as they might deem necessary for the continuation of the Society or its dissolution. Mr. Turner's resignation was accepted, and the Secretary requested to forward a copy of the resolution, at the same time to express to him the regret felt by the Society at his leaving them, and an expression of thanks for the very valuable aid afforded since the formation of the Society in March, 1858. From the financial statement made by the Treasurer, it appeared that the liabilities of the Society were 36s and the assets over £100. It was unanimously resolved that the Society should continue its rehearsals, Mr. Copeland having offered the use of his harmonium to the Society at a nominal rental. The meeting appointed Mr. Robson Hon. Conductor pro. tem., and determined on rehearsing Mozart's Twelfth Mass on Thursday next, the 29th instant. After the usual vote of thanks to the chair the proceedings terminated.

"LETTERS TO THE EDITOR. THE LATE SACRED CONCERT", The Star (9 November 1863), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article72511282

"NEWS AND NOTES", The Star (14 November 1863), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article72511435 

A meeting of members of the new Philharmonic Society took place at St. Paul's schoolroom on Friday evening, for rehearsal and with the oratorio of "The Messiah." A discussion of plans of practice for the future also took place, and divers matters of details thereanent were arranged. Mr. Robson officiated as conductor.

"NEWS AND NOTES", The Star (23 November 1863), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article72511660 

"The Ballarat Harmonic Society" is the name of the musical society which aspires to be a fitting successor to the defunct Philharmonic Society of Ballarat. It has already nearly forty members, male and female, and it has attained to a certain organisation and with no small promise of efficiency. Mr. Robson, of the National Bank, has accepted office as conductor pro tem; Mr. Walker, of the London Chartered Bank, is the hon. secretary; Mr. White, of the Bank of New South Wales, is the hon. treasurer, and besides them, the committee includes Messrs. Nightingale, Heath, P. Cazaly, G. Coutts, and R. Wicking. Weekly subscriptions of sixpence are all the charges levied upon the members, as the society depends upon the public for liberal support at its concerts, and has, therefore, done away with entrance fees. Weekly rehearsals will be held in Christ Church school-room, in Lydiard street, and, as already reported, the "Messiah" will be performed on or about New Year's Day.

"BALLARAT HARMONIC SOCIETY", The Ballarat Star (26 October 1866), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article112858942 

The production of Haydn's "Seasons" by the Ballarat Harmonic Society is one more addition to the triumphs of that body . . . Mr. Robson, as usual acted as conductor, Mr. T. King, as leader, and Miss Binder as harmoniumist . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Thomas King (violin, leader); M. A. Binder (harmonium)

"THE FAILURE OF 'ERNANI.' MR. JOHN ROBSON'S CHAGRIN. RESIGNATION OF ALL CONDUCTORSHIPS. To the Editor", The Ballarat Star (6 August 1900), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article206972710 

Sir, - The extraordinary neglect manifested by the community towards the Ballarat Liedertafel on the occasion of its fine production of "Ernani" seems to me an unmistakable indication that the time has arrived for a change of some sort. I therefore beg to intimate that I have resigned all my public musical appointments, viz.: - Conductorship of the Lyric Orchestra, conductorship of the Ballarat Liedertafel, and conductorship of the Champion Choir, leaving it to others to fight for the musical honor of Ballarat. After 40 years' conducting and trying my utmost to maintain a high standard of musical excellence in our midst, I relinquish the effort thoroughly disheartened. I have done my best, and, doubtless, accomplished much; but I have failed to reach my goal, i.e., the elevation of the musical taste of the people.
- Yours. &c., JOHN ROBSON. 30th July, 1900.

"DEATH OF MR. JOHN ROBSON. ANOTHER PIONEER GONE. AN EXTREMELY VERSATILE MAN", The Ballarat Star (15 January 1910), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article216043823 

General regret was expressed at the death yesterday morning at Miss Garbutt's private hospital, of Mr. John Robson, musician and elocutonist and one of Ballarat's oldest, best known and most respected citizens. Mr. Robson had been ailing for a few weeks, and his medical adviser, Dr. Wionarski, diagnosed his complain as appendicitis, which afflicted him in such a severe form that an operation was deemed to be absolutely necessary. He was removed to Miss Garbutt's private hospital, and about a week ago he was operated upon. Mr. Robson, being a man of robust constitution, stood the shock of the operation well, and he was making good headway towards recovery when the spell of hot weather set in, and caused exhaustion. Heart failure followed, and despite the attention of his medical adviser, and the careful nursing he received, the end came peacefully at the time stated above.

Mr. John Robson was born at Newcastle, Northumberland, England, in 1838, and he was therefore 72 years of age. Mr. Robson's father, who was a contractor, had much to do with the building of the City of Newcastle. After passing through minor schools, Mr. John Robson entered the academy of Professor Ross, and soon rose to a foremost position in the classes. When his studies were completed he was apprenticed to an architect and for a time studied the technique of this important branch of his father's calling. His adaptability for the work was great, and hopes were entertained that he would rise to a high position in the profession. Then came glowing reports of the wonderful Australian gold discoveries. Mr. Robson's father decide to migrate to these parts, and he sent a son to prepare the way. Believing that tools and timber might not be procured in Australia, Mr. Robson, senr., constructed a portable wooden residence, which was shipped in pieces on the White Star liner Arabian which brought the family over. In 1854 Mr. John Robson, who was then nearly 17 years of age, landed at Port Phillip, and with the other members of the family came on to Ballarat, which place he made his home to the end. When he first reached Ballarat, Mr. Robson joined in the search for gold, but not being strong enough for this rough work, he turned his attention to carpentering. This he did not care much about, and in 1858 he was appointed a teacher in St. Paul's Day School, Ballarat, but in the following year he relinquished this position and became exchange clerk in the local branch of the National Bank. Being adapted to the work he quickly made himself acquainted with the details of a banker's profession, and his rise was rapid. In the year I871, about 12 years after he joined the bank, he was appointed manager, and for four years occupied that position with conspicuous success. He was connected with the National Bank for eighteen years, and in 1875 he entered business on his own account. With his brother, Mr. Wm. Robson, he erected red-gum sawmills at Gunbower, on the River Murray. Subsequently he was offered the management of the Australian and European Bank in [?] mills. In 1886, he accepted the position and held it until the bank was absorbed by the Commercial Bank of Australia. For a time he lived privately, still, how ever, holding his interest in the sawmills. In 1886, he accepted, the position of manager of the Ballarat branch of the Mercantile Bank of Australia. This bank was closed in 1892, and Mr. Robson retired, altogether from commercial circles. In the meantime his brother died, and the saw-mills were sold.

Mr. Robson held a very important position in music, in fact he for many years was looked upon as the leading musician in Ballarat, he being master of quite a variety of instruments. In 1864, he was appointed conductor of the old Harmonic Society in this city, and subsequently conductor of the Ballarat Liedertafel. Under his leadership this society attained a high state of efficiency, which has since been-well-maintained. Many years ago Mr. Robson formed an operatic company from amongst Ballarat residents, and such beautiful operas as "Lucrezia Borgia," "Lucia di Lammermoor," "Ernani," "La Sonnambula," and others were successfully rendered. As an elocutionist, Mr. Robson attained much prominence, he being recognised as one of the most capable teachers in Ballarat. He was president of the one-time Ballarat Shakespearian Dramatic Club, which under his direction, from time to time produced Shakespeare's masterpieces. In this, too, he took the chief characters, the roles of Macbeth, Othello, Hamlet, and Shylock, all being powerfully represented by him. For some years prior to his demise Mr. Robson, acted as a teacher of music, and elocution, and many of his pupils competed with great success at the Ballarat and other competitions. Some years ago he acted as adjudicator at the South street competitions, when he gave every satisfaction, and his services were frequently secured to judge at competitions in other parts of the State and in other states of the Commonwealth. At the Ballarat band contests every year, he was a conspicuous figure, and he always acted as leader of the massed bands, by whom his appearance was always enthusiastically greeted.

In his younger days he took a keen interest in several forms of sport, was a successful oarsman, one of the best amateur boxers of his weight, and as a billiard player was able to hold his own with professionals. Mr. Robson was an earnest adherent of the Church of England, and in social and other organisations he from time to time held important positions. As a Anglican churchman, he was widely respected, being the official principal and lay Canon of the Cathedral, a member of the Bishop's Council, and a prominent member of St. Paul's Church, Ballarat East. He was also a prominent member of the Masonic order, and was a Past Grand Junior Warden of the Grand Lodge of Freemasons of Victoria, an office which he filled with the greatest credit. He was also a member of the Old Colonists' Association and the Mechanics' Institute, was at one time vice-president of the Art Gallery, was once a member of the School of Mines Council, and was many years ago made a Justice of the Pence. On many occasions he was asked to stand for Parliament, as a representative of Ballarat, and on one occasion he consented to do so, but subsequently retired without going to the poll in favor of the late Mr. Daniel Brophy. He was also often pressed to stand for both the Ballarat East and City Councils, but he declined to allow himself to be nominated.

Mr. Robson was an active gentleman, and a brilliant conversationalist. His courtesy, high mental and moral endowments, and warm open-heartedness, made him a most interesting and congenial companion. During his long residence in Ballarat, which city he declined to sever his connected with, he was well known and much courted, and was looked upon as one of the most prominent citizens, and his loss will be very severely felt. Some years ago a portrait of Mr. Robson, in full Masonic regalia, was painted by the late Mr. Stanton Bowman, and was presented by Mr. Robson to the citizens, and it was hung in the City Hall, where it is always admired by visitors.

The late Mr. John Robson never married, and with his brother, James, lived for many years in Eureka street, Ballarat. The two brothers were nearly always together, and as they walked the streets with arms linked, they were frequently referred to as the Siamese twins. The only Australian relative of the late Mr. John Robson is his brother, Mr. James Robson, who hardly left the bedside during John's illness, and to him the blow has been a very severe one. In his bereavement he will have the heartfelt sympathy not only of the whole of the residents of Ballarat, but of people in all parts of the State. When the news of Mr. Robson's death became known the flags were flown at half-mast at the City and Town Halls, and the Old Colonists' Hall, out of respect to the memory of the deceased. The interment will take place at the Old Cemetery this afternoon. The cortege will leave "Rothbury," Eureka street, Mr. Robson's late residence, at 3 o'clock, for St. Paul's Church, where there will be a short service, conducted by the vicar, the Rev T. A. Colebrook.

"PERSONAL", The Ballarat Star (22 September 1915), 7

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The death occurred yesterday, at his residence, Mair street, of a very old and well known resident of Ballarat, in the person of Mr. James Robson, who years ago was a member of the local Stock Exchange. He was a brother of the late Mr. John Robson, and for many years they were practically inseparable, the two being almost always together. When Mr. John Robson died a few years ago, Mr. James Robson broke down completely, and he was in failing health for a long period before his death. Mr. James Robson, who was 75 years of age, shared his brother's literary, musical, and artistic attainments. He was a very old colonist, and lived in Eureka street, Ballarat East, for many years prior to the death of his brother, the pair residing together. Mr. James Robson had many friends locally, and all will learn with regret of his demise. The funeral will be private.

ASSOCIATIONS: James Robson was baptised at All Saints', Newcastle, 4 October 1840

Bibliography and resources:

Anne Doggett, "And for harmony most ardently we long": musical life in Ballarat 1851-1871 (Ph.D thesis, University of Ballarat, 2006), 208-14, and passim

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/32008523 

http://researchonline.federation.edu.au/vital/access/HandleResolver/1959.17/36298 (DIGITISED)

ROBSON, W. (W. ROBSON)

Minstrel, serenader

Active Sydney, NSW, 1863

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-R-2.php#ROBSON-W (shareable link to this entry)

THIS ENTRY IS A STUB ON PERSONNEL FIRST ACTIVE IN AUSTRALIA AFTER 1860

Documentation:

? "TOWN TALK", The Herald (22 July 1862), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article244229028 

Melbourne will remember "Boley's Minstrels," who about twelve months since left Australia on a professional visit to Mauritius. After playing a far from successful engagement at Port Louis, they embarked on board a schooner for the Cape of Good Hope, and, we regret to add, were wrecked off Cape St. Mary. The passengers, including the troupe, with Mrs. Boley and children, were fourteen in number, and have all perished, with the exception of Mr. Robson, who with three sailors succeeded in returning to Port Louis. Two other passengers reached the shore but died shortly afterwards of the fever . . . From another source we learn that Robson and White (not W. W. White of Rainer's Serenaders) succeeded in getting on shore by swimming half a mile, and that the latter died a few weeks afterwards. Robson, at the date of our letter (8th May, 1862), was ill of the Madagascar fever, with but slight hopes of a recovery. A melancholy termination to a speculation of which, at its commencement, the most sanguine expectations were formed.

ASSOCIATIONS: Dorrel Fair Boley (minstrel serenader)

"THE COURT MINSTRELS", The Sydney Morning Herald (24 February 1863), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13074744 

The company of Ethiopian performers, known as the Court Minstrels, made their debut in Sydney, last night, at the Lyceum Theatre. The reports of their successful career in Victoria had preceded their arrival here, and they were welcomed on their opening night with a full house, every part of the theatre being crowded. The Court Minstrels, who were seven in number besides accompanyists, appeared in the first part in full Court costume of the time of George II - Bones (Leslie) and Tambourine (Cowan) having the distinguishing shirt collar and necktie characteristic of the Ethiopian school . . . The second part of the entertainment commenced with a burlesque medley dance by W. Robson . . .

ROBY, Mr. (Mr. ROBY)

Vocalist

Active Sydney, NSW, 1853

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-R-2.php#ROBY-Mr (shareable link to this entry)

Documentation:

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (2 September 1853), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12948579 

ROYAL HOTEL. MR. SINCLAIR has the honor to announce that he intends giving a Vocal and Instrumental Concert, at the above Hotel, on THURSDAY, September 8th, when he will be assisted by the following artistes: Mrs. St. John Adcock, Miss Flora Harris, Mr. Roby, Mr. Ford, and Herr Hoffman.
A. F. FORD, Agent.

ASSOCIATIONS: Mr. Sinclair (vocalist); Marianne Adcock (vocalist); Flora Harris (vocalist); A. F. Ford (agent, vocalist)

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (12 September 1853), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12948790 

ROYAL HOTEL. GRAND CONCERT. THIS EVENING, Monday, September 12th, 1853.
Miss Flora Harris, Mr. Sinclair (from the London and Provincial Theatres, his first appearance in this colony.) Mr. John Howson, Mr. Roby, Mr. A. Ford, and Mr. Ferdinand Rosenstein, the celebrated Pianist . . .
Programme: - PART I . . . Ballad - In Happy Moments - Wallace - Mr. Roby . . .
PART II . . . Pestal - Mr. Roby . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: John Howson (vocalist); Ferdinand Rosenstein (pianist)

ROCHE, Teresa (Teresa / Terressa / Teresea Elizabeth ROCHE; Mrs. Edward Murphy LANGHORNE)

Musician, pianist, organist, teacher of music

Born Sydney, NSW, 2 October 1845; daughter of Joseph W. ROCHE (d. 1858) and Jane WINSTANLEY (1828-1923)
Married Edward Murphy LANGHORNE (1845-1902), St. Mary's, Geelong, VIC, 5 April 1869
Died Melbourne, VIC, 1926

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ASSOCIATIONS: Roche was a niece of Eliza Winstanley (actor) and Ann Winstanley (actor, vocalist); and granddaughter of William Winstanley

Documentation:

"MARRIED", The Australian (23 November 1844), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article37119785 

ROCHE, Mr. J. W., eldest son of W. Roche, Esq., of Bristol, to Jane, youngest daughter of the late Mr. Winstanley, of Elizabeth-street, Sydney, at St. Mary's Church, Hyde Park, on the 20th instant.

"BIRTH", The Sydney Morning Herald (4 October 1845), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12882599 

On Thursday, 2nd instant, at her residence, 296, Pitt-street, Mrs. J. W. Roche, of a daughter.

[Advertisement], The Argus [Melbourne, VIC] (5 January 1867), 7

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5782811 

MISS ROCHE (pupil of the late Mr. Wilkinson) TEACHER of the PIANOFORTE, 20 Smith-street, Collingwood.

ASSOCIATIONS: William Augustus Wilkinson (organist, d. 1864)

[News], The Argus (6 May 1867), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5766034 

Mr. Albert Richardson's first pupils' concert, given on Saturday evening last at St. George's-hall, for the benefit of the Orphanage of St. Vincent de Paul, was as successful as was expected. There was an appreciative audience, and the performers acquitted themselves with credit. Their names were not published in the programme, and are, therefore, not to be mentioned here, save and except those of Mr. Richardson himself, who sang in the duet "The moon has raised her lamp above," from the "Lily of Killarney," and Miss Roche, a pianist, who was encored in her performance of a piano solo, entitled "La Cascade."

ASSOCIATIONS: Albert Richardson (vocalist)

MUSIC: La cascade (Pauer)

[Advertisement], Geelong Advertiser (28 January 1868), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article147776948 

[A CARD.] MISS ROCHE, Organist of St. Mary's Church, and articled pupil of the late Mr. W. Wilkinson, is now prepared to give lessons in Pianoforte Playing, and Singing, at her residence, Great Myers-street.

"CURRENT TOPICS", Geelong Advertiser (11 November 1868), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article150642517 

Miss Roche, whose name as a talented musician is well and favourably known throughout the district, announces her intention, in conjunction with Mr. H. Thomas, violoncellist and violinist (late principal violin and leader of the Philharmonic Society's concerts, Melbourne), and assisted by other artistes of ability, intends shortly to give two grand classical concerts, one on the 24th instant, the other on the 1st proximo. . . .

[Advertisement], Geelong Advertiser (1 December 1868), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article150642917 

"CURRENT TOPICS", Geelong Advertiser (2 December 1868), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article150642943 

Miss Roche's Grand Classical Concert took place last evening, at the Mechanics' Institute . . . The entertainment commenced by a grand trio composed by Beethoven, and arranged for the pianoforte, violin, and violoncello. From the manner in which this was executed by Miss Roche, Mr. Gabb, and Mr. Thomas, the audience soon became aware that a rich treat was in store for them . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: John Gough Gabb (musician); Herbert Thomas (musician)

"ENTERTAINMENTS", Geelong Advertiser (7 December 1868), 3

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During the month we have been favoured by very few visits from professionals, and notedly, from professionals of any standing. To make up for this a new feature has been introduced by our local talent, which, in the interests of high class music, it is to be hoped will be kept up. We refer to the classical concerts given under the direction of Miss Roche, organist of St. Mary's Catholic Church, and a very talented young lady. For some time past the taste for the description of music discoursed at these two concerts - there were only two of them - has decidedly been on the decline, but there is reason to hope that it has been revived and awakened to fresh life by the pabulum afforded on the two evenings when these really enjoyable concerts took place. Miss Roche was assisted by Messrs. Gabb and Thomas, violinists; and Mrs. J. H. Fox and Mr. J. F. Levien, vocalists . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Jonas Felix Levien (vocalist); Sarah Hannah Fox (vocalist)

"MARRIED", Geelong Advertiser (24 April 1869), 2

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Langhorne - Roche - On the 5th instant, at St. Mary's Church, Geelong, by the Rev. B. H. Power, Edward Langhoume to Theresa E. Roche, both of Geelong.

ASSOCIATIONS: Bartholomew Hyacinth Power (priest, musician)

[Advertisement], Geelong Advertiser (17 July 1869), 4

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MECHANICS' INSTITUTE. GRAND CONCERT, IN AID OF THE GEELONG HOSPITAL,
GIVEN BT THE GEELONG GERMAN' MUSICAL SOCIETY, ON MONDAY EVENING, JULY 19th, 1869.
PROGRAMME: PART I . . . Piano Duet - Symphony in C (Beethoven) - Mrs. Langhorne and Mr. Ascherberg . . .
Duet - Violoncello and Piano - Mrs. Langhorne and Mr. Thomas . . .
PART II . . . Piano Solo - Mrs. Langhorne . . .
The grand piano, the use of which has been kindly granted by Mr. Ascherberg for this evening is from the celebrated firm of Breitkopf and Haertel, Leipzig.

ASSOCIATIONS: Eugene Ascherberg (piano, musicseller)

"CURRENT TOPICS", Geelong Advertiser (20 July 1869), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article148883035 

The concert given by the newly formed German Musical Society at the Mechanics' Institute last evening, attracted one of the largest audiences any public entertainment given in the hall has assembled together for some time . . . As to the concert itself we cannot in justice say that it has realized all expectations. In the first place allowances must undoubtedly be made for a new society organised only within the last few weeks, and secondly owing to the sudden indisposition of Mrs. Langhorne and Mrs. G. Bartlett, it was shorn of some of its principal attractions . . .

[Advertisement], Geelong Advertiser (17 November 1869), 3

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BAZAAR! BAZAAR! MECHANICS' INSTITUTE.
THE BAZAAR in Aid of the Funds of ST. AUGUSTINE'S ORPHANAGE.
Open this Day, FBOM 2 P.M. TILL 10 P.M. Admission - One Shilling.
During the evening Mrs. Lupton will preside at the Harp; Mrs. Langhorne at the Pianoforte.

"TOWN TALK", Geelong Advertiser (30 August 1870), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article150655554 

We regret to learn that Mrs. Langhorne has sent in her resignation of the position she has so long filled as organist of St. Mary's Church, here.

"TOWN TALK", Geelong Advertiser (14 October 1870), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article150655940 

Mr. Spring's concert on Thursday evening, for the children connected with his school, was a complete success in every way . . . Mrs. Langhorne, who was to have presided at the piano, was, on account of her delicate state of health, not able to do so . . .

[Advertisement], Geelong Advertiser (12 July 1871), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article148765427 

[A CARD.] MRS. E. M. LANGHORNE having resumed her professional duties, is now prepared to give instruction to a limited number of Pupils in Vocal and Instrumental Music, having had sixteen years study under some of the most eminent professional musicians, besides being organist of two choirs for a number of years, pupils can rely upon her efficiency and attention. The terms, which are moderate, may be obtained on application at her private residence, Yarra-street, opposite St. Mary's new Church, 5th July, 1871.

"TOWN TALK", Geelong Advertiser (4 March 1872), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article150417548 

A Requiem Mass for the repose of the soul of the Right Rev. Dr. Shiel was celebrated on Saturday, in St. Mary's . . . The grand altar was draped in black, the church was well filled, and the choir sang portions of Webbe's Requiem Mass, being accompanied with rare skill by Mrs. Langhorne, whose playing on the organ was much admired.

"TOWN TALK", Geelong Advertiser (2 September 1872), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article147372706 

Mr. Goodall, who supersedes Mrs. Langhorne as organist at St. Mary's Church, performed there for the first time yesterday . . .

[News], The Argus (3 November 1877), 7

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5943647 

W. T. Daley, landlord of the Colonial Hotel, Little Bourke-street, and Teresa E. Langhorne, landlady of the Star of the East Hotel, Lonsdale-street, were charged at the City Police-court yesterday with Sunday trading, and evidence having been adduced, they were found guilty, and sentenced to pay a fine of 40s. each.

"NEW INSOLVENTS", The Argus (17 August 1881), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5974976 

Teresa Elizabeth Langhorne, of 236 Brunswick street, Fitzroy, married woman. Causes of insolvency - All her property having been sold under a bill of sale by a creditor, the business of an hotel she occupied having fallen off, and being sued for debts incurred two years and a half ago. Liabilities, £84, assets, £11, deficiency, £73. Mr. Cohen, assignee.

[Advertisement], The Argus (8 October 1926), 19

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article3813799 

. . . that PROBATE of the WILL, dated the sixth day of July, 1926, of TERESA ELIZABETH LANGHORNE, late of 409 Malvern road, South Yarra, in the said State, widow, deceased, may be granted to Edward Ernest Paul Langhorne . . .

ROCHLITZ, Julius Albert (Julius Albert ROCHLITZ; Bela ROCHLITZ; RICHLITZ; von ROCHLITZ)

Musician, pianist, composer, music teacher, photographer, "daguerrean artist"

Born Rozsnyo, Hungary, 1824
Arrived Geelong, VIC, by October 1853
Departed Melbourne, VIC, May 1863 (per Great Britain, for England, aged "40")
Died Budapest, Hungary, 1886

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Julius+Albert+Rochlitz+1824-1886 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

http://nla.gov.au/nla.party-1486873 (NLA persistent identifier)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-R-2.php#ROCHLITZ-Julius-Albert (shareable link to this entry)

ASSOCIATIONS: Koloman von Rochlitz (brother)

Summary:

Rochlitz first advertised his "Daguerreotype Rooms" at Geelong in late October 1853. He was on the Ballarat diggings by early 1855, and by October 1856 was at Beechworth, where he settled for the remainder of his time in the colony. At Beechworth in 1861, Rochlitz sold off photographic equipment and music books, possibly to fund more lucrative horticultural ventures, only advertising his musical services again in 1863, perhaps as a last resort.

Having been naturalised as a British subject in a certificate dated 26 May 1862, a year later Rochlitz sailed for London. There, through the presses of Schott and Co. in London, Rochlitz ("late Captain Hungarian General Staff") published The Geelong-Melbourne Railway polka, "dedicated to his friends in Australia", perhaps having originally written it for the inauguration of the Geelong railway project in September 1853, or its opening in 1857.

Among the seven other works musical works listed on the cover of the Railway polka, the Evening bouquet polka also survives in a published copy at the British Library.

Another work listed, the Lady Mac Donnell schottisch was probably composed at Beechworth in September 1856, during the visit there by Richard and Blanche Macdonnell (governor of South Australia and wife), when Rochlitz and his then business partner R. H. Acley reportedly took daguerreotype portraits of them.

From early 1860, Rochlitz's brother Koloman von Rochlitz, a surgeon and medical practitioner, was also in Victoria.

Documentation:

[Advertisement], Geelong Advertiser and Intelligencer (26 October 1853), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article86413593 

DAGUERREOTYPE ROOMS, MOORABOOL-STREET . . . J. A. ROCHLITZ begs to inform the public of Geelong that he has opened the above Rooms . . . Busts, paintings, miniatures, &c., copied with the greatest accuracy . . .

"ST. PAUL'S CHURCH, BAKERY HILL, BALLARAT", The Age (12 March 1855), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article154852744 

This church was opened on Sunday last, March 4th, for Divine service. The Rev. J. R. Thackeray, M.A., incumbent, of. the parish, preached in the morning . . . and in the evening . . . There was an able choir, presided over by Capt. Rochlite [sic] with his usual ability. Great credit is due to our worthy incumbent and those who assisted him, as a short time ago such a building upon Bakery Hill as St. Paul's was not even thought of, and now, by their energy and perseverance, and the support they received from miners, storekeepers, and others, we have a nice suitable building, with tower and a good bell - quite an ornament to the place . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: James Robert Thackeray (clergyman, musical amateur)

"THE GOVERNOR'S PROGRESS", South Australian Register [Adelaide, SA] (13 October 1856), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article49757881

. . . During their brief sojourn in Beechworth, Sir Richard and Lady MacDonnell visited the Woolshed and some of the other gold-fields of the Ovens district, enquiring very particularly into all the varied features which the several localities present. Both Sir Richard and her ladyship honoured Messrs. Aclay and Rochlitz with a sitting for daguerreotypes, both of which were considered excellent specimens of this popular art . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: R. H. Acley (business partner); Richard and Blanche Macdonnell (governor of South Australia and wife)

Diary of John Buckley Castieau, Beechworth, VIC, 13 and 27 December 1856; original MS, National Library of Australia; transcribed and edited by Mark Finnane, online at Centre for 21st Century Humanities, University of Newcastle

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/21875533 

https://c21ch.newcastle.edu.au/textmaptext/castieaudiaries (TRANSCRIPT)

[Saturday 13 December 1856] . . . Received an invitation to attend a meeting for the purpose of forming a Garrick Club. Went and met Twelve Gentlemen who were desirous to establish such a club . . . I was voted to Chair . . . . After the meeting we all adjourned to the Rooms of Mr. Rocklitz, this gentleman plays well and has a fine piano in capital tune, we had several songs . . .

[Saturday 27 December 1856] . . . Went into the Star with Beasley, met Morrison there heard a song or two from Madame Schluter & then as there were no women to dance, saw that it was useless waiting for the Casino. Went up to Mr Rocklitz's Room and had a little music then went home . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: John Buckley Castieau (diarist, theatrical amateur); Alwine Schluter (vocalist); Star Hotel (Beechworth venue)

"MISS HAMILTON'S BENEFIT", Ovens and Murray Advertiser [Beechworth, VIC] (11 February 1857), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article113014004 

The complimentary benefit to Miss Hamilton was attended last night by a very numerous audience. Notwithstanding the state of the weather, and the miserable condition of our roads, a very large portion of Messrs. Mackay, Miller and Mackay's store, which was set apart for seats, was inconveniently crowded, while a number of gentlemen found standing and lounging room round the counters which Mr. Winter had converted into temporary bars. Miss Hamilton's singing was warmly applauded, and vociferously encored. The several ballads with which she delighted the audience were well and clearly rendered. Mr. Coulon and Mr. Pierce lent efficient aid in the vocal, and Mr. Rochlitz kindly assisted in the instrumental part of the programme. We understand that from Beechworth this party intend visiting Albury. We trust that they may be more successful there than they have been in Beechworth.

ASSOCIATIONS: Octavia Hamilton (vocalist); Emile Coulon (vocalist); John Ottis Pierce (vocalist)

[Advertisement], Ovens and Murray Advertiser (21 April 1863), 3

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TUITION, on the PIANO - Six Guineas per Quarter, of 24 Lessons. J. A. ROCHLITZ.
VEGETABLES, - wholesale and retail, sold at and under market prices at my Garden. J. A ROCHLITZ.

TUITION, on the PIANO - Six Guineas per Quarter, of 24 Lessons. J. A. ROCHLITZ.

After Australia (from 1863):

[Advertisement], Islington Gazette [London] (9 April 1867), 1

https://www.britishnewspaperarchive.co.uk/viewer/bl/0000438/18670409/028/0001 (PAYWALL)

"Evening Bouquet" and "Melbourne-Geelong Railway" Polkas, to be had, free by post each for 15 stamps, of the author, Mr. Rochlitz, 19, John-street, Penton-street, N.

[Advertisement], Islington Gazette [London] (27 August 1867), 1

https://www.britishnewspaperarchive.co.uk/viewer/bl/0000438/18670827/023/0001 (PAYWALL)

Professor J. A. Rochlitz, a naturalised British subject, Protestant Non-Republican, is prepared to show the highest College Testimonial for Theological, Political, and Law Sciences, Mental and Moral Philosophy, Natural Sciences, Mathematics, Mechanics, Technology, Survey and Perspective, Freehand and Linear Drawing (for civil and military engineers, architects, surveyors, mechanics, decorators), landscape and figures, for the theory, practice, and method of teaching Singing, Piano, and Harmonium (His compositions at Messrs. Mills', Bond-street.) Teaches besides according to his own new method, the Latin, Greek, English, German, Hungarian, French, and Italian Languages. Settled in England permanently establish anti-hierarchic and anti-Jesuitical private College in thorough English Protestant, loyal spirit, as leaven, to bring light and balm against the present Egyptian darkness and its social plagues. He is ready to open for the working (anti-Fenian) classes, high or low. Evening Classes, the easiest terms. Apply personally daily, between 8 and 3, at 19, John-street, Penton-street, N.

[Advertisement], Islington Gazette [London] (8 March 1870), 4

https://www.britishnewspaperarchive.co.uk/viewer/bl/0000438/18700308/033/0004 (PAYWALL)

Glee Clubs. - Mr. J. A. Rochlitz, Professor of Singing and Music, has opened three distinct Glee Clubs, for the encouragement of rational and tasteful amusement, for the English, Hungarian, and German residents of the Londoners. His method is excellent, and the expenses reduced below the moderate. For aristocratic parties Mr. R. is ready to open on liberal terms. Separate lady or gentleman choirs, sacred or social. 19, John-street, Penton-street, N.

Musical works:

Melbourne-Geelong railway polka (composed ? Geelong, 1853 / 1857; publ. London, by c. 1865)

The Geelong-Melbourne railway polka, composed and dedicated to his friends in Australia by Julius Albert von Rochlitz, late captain Hungarian generalstaff (London: Schott & Co., [c. 1865])

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/16432042 

http://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-165914350 (DIGITISED)

The National Library of Australia's copy was already in Australia when it was signed and dated "Blanche R. Baxter, Mornington, Feb. 12th / 66", indicating it must have been published in London no later than the last quarter of 1865; the cover lists, in addition to the Evening bouquet polka (below), 6 other works composed by Rochlitz: [1] Marianna quadrilles; [2] Lady Mac Donnell Schottisch; [3] Lady Louisa Valses; [4] Life's pleasures concert valses; [5] La cascade impromptu; [6] Ismene polka

ASSOCIATIONS: [Mary] Blanche Rosalie Baxter (1846-1927; from 1869, Mrs. John James Courtney)

Evening bouquet polka (publ. London, by c. 1865)

Copy at the British Library

https://discover.libraryhub.jisc.ac.uk/search?q=Rochlitz+Evening+Bouquet+polka 

Bibliography and resources:

"Bela Rochlitz", Design & Art Australia Online (DAAO)

http://www.daao.org.au/bio/bela-rochlitz/

Australian railways songs, blogspot; archived at Pandora

http://pandora.nla.gov.au/pan/102803/20100929-0017/railwaysongs.blogspot.com/search80b4.html

RODEMANN, Maximillian Louis (Maximillian Louis RODEMANN; Lewis RODEMAN [sic])

Amateur bass vocalist, grocer

Born ? Lippe, Germany, c. 1822
Arrived Adelaide, SA, 15 December 1847 (per Hermann von Beckerath, from Bremen)
Died Bückeburg, Germany, 22 March 1872

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Maximillian+Louis+Rodemann+d1872 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-R-2.php#RODEMANN-Maximillian-Louis (shareable link to this entry)

ASSOCIATIONS: Deutsche Liedertafel (Adelaide, early 1850s; secretary, singing member)

Documentation:

"SHIPPING INTELLIGENCE. ARRIVED", South Australian Register (18 December 1847), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article48546438 

Wednesday, Dec. 15th . . . The barque Hermann von Beckerath, 580 tons, Kahle, master, for Bremen and Rio de Jeneiro. Passengers . . . W. O. Gerke, M. L. Bodemann [sic] . . .

[Advertisement], South Australian Register (24 February 1849), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article50246956 

NOTICE. GERKE & RODEMANN beg leave to inform the public of Adelaide and its vicinity, that they have this day opened as grocers, and Italian warehousemen, their shop situated in Rundle-street, opposite the South Australian printing office. By advantageous purchases, they are enabled to sell good articles at a reasonable price, and hope by prompt attention to business, to obtain a portion of public patronage. Adelaide, Feb. 24th, 1849.

ASSOCIATIONS: Wilhelm Ottomar Gerke (died Bückeburg, Germany, 1883)

[Advertisement], South Australian Register (5 February 1851), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article38445901 

FIRST ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING of the Members of the DEUTSCHE LIEDERTAFEL, WEDNESDAY, February 5th, at 8 o'clock.
L. RODEMANN, Secretary.

ASSOCIATIONS: Deutsche Liedertafel (Adelaide)

[Advertisement], South Australian Register (5 March 1851), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article38442481 

DEUTSCHE LIEDERTAFEL. THE Members of the above Society are respectfully invited to attend at 8 o'clock This Evening.
L. RODEMANN, Hon. Secretary. Wednesday, 5th March, 1851.

[Advertisement], Adelaider Deutsche Zeitung (2 April 1851), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article84203915 

SAEMMTLICHE Mitglieder sind hiermit zu der heutigen Versammlung, von 8 Uhr an, eingeladen.
L. Rodemann, Secr.

"MADAME CRANZ'S CONCERT", Adelaide Times (16 April 1853), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article207011728 

Oh Thursday evening last this Concert came off at the Exchange. The room was crowded to excess, the whole of the seats being occupied, and the intermediate spaces densely packed. His Excellency and Lady Young, with a great number of the Government coterie, were present, as were also many of the principal city families . . . Madame Cranz, whose appearance upon the platform was hailed with loud applause, gave the difficult scene from the Freischutz with her accustomed ability, and was well accompanied by M. Linger . . . Several German chorusses were given by the Liedertafel, with their usual spirit and precision; the corps however appeared to be rather weak in the middle voices, and the crowded state of the room, by preventing any reverberation, greatly marred the effect of their performance. The training of this little band of true musicians is admirable, there is no "bolting," and their ensemble is generally all that can be wished for. There are some splendid voices among them, and we may include in this category the brilliant singing of M. Rodemann, and the rich bass of M. Weiner. The selection of chorusses was not as a whole fortunate. Although the conductors of the Concert had so far provided for the enlightenment of the English section of the audience, as to have caused translations of the German libretti to be published, yet the music of Berner and Kuken which is totally destitute of originality, palls on ears accustomed to receive with delight the beautiful and ever fresh melodies of the glee composers of their native land. The repertoire of the Liedertafel no doubt contains the standard chorusses of the great German musicians, and it would be a much greater treat to an English audience to occasionally hear a selection from them. The wild melody of Weber, the grandeur of Beethoven, the voluptuous strains of Mozart, the serene and plaintive beauty of Mendelssohn, and the richly organized harmonies of Spohr, would be sure to be fully appreciated; and we fearlessly assert that the German chorus are equal to the rendering of what we ask of them. We trust, therefore, that at the next public performance of the Liedertafel, we shall find that our hint has not been thrown away, and that the programme will not be choked up with the titles of pieces of so meretricious a character as those which were announced for performance on Thursday . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Mathilde Cranz (vocalist); Carl Linger (piano)

"DEATHS", Evening Journal (1 June 1872), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article196740458 

RODEMANN. - On the 22nd March, at Bückeburg, Germany, Mr. M. L. Rodemann, late of the firm of Gerke and Rodemann.

"OBITUARY", Chronicle [Adelaide, SA] (30 June 1906), 40

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article88121143 

The death occurred on Friday of Mr. Wilhelm Heinrick Christoff Dittmar, the well-known baker and confectioner, of Freeman-street. Mr. Dittmar was a native of Germany and arrived in South Australia in May, 1856. He was born on April 27, 1830. On his arrival he was employed by Messrs. Gerke & Rodemann, of Rundle-street, and after, three years with them went to Tanunda . . . Mr. Dittmar never entered into public life, but was an original member of the German Club and the liedertafel.

ASSOCIATIONS: Wilhelm Dittmar (amateur vocalist)

Bibliography and resources:

Barque Hermann Von Beckerath (15 Dec 1847), Adelaide Hills, local wiki

https://localwiki.org/adelaide-hills/Barque_Hermann_Von_Beckerath_(15Dec1847) 

RODEMANN, Maximilian Louis (c1822 - 22/3/1872). Died Bückeburg, Germany. From Lippe. Merchant; Adelaide (Gerke & Rodemann 87 Rundle St). Lutheran. To the Vic goldfields. Returned to SA Amicus 17/7/1852.

RODENBOUT, Heinrich (Heinrich RODENBOUT)

Musician, bandsman (Burton's Band)

Active Mount Barker, SA, 1856

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-R-2.php#RODENBOUT-Heinrich (shareable link to this entry)

Documentation:

"MOUNT BARKER", South Australian Register (7 November 1856), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article49761874

Jacob Young, Jacob Düne, Conrad Sander, Heinrich Rodenbout, Carl Leonhardt, Daniel Müller, and Christian Prothenbuck, known as "Burton's Band", appeared to answer the complaint of Mr. Henry Burton, for that they having contracted to serve the said Henry Burton as musicians, and having entered into his service, did neglect and refuse to fulfil the same.

ASSOCIATIONS: Jacob Young (musician); Henry Burton (employer, musician, circus proprietor)

RODIUS, Charles (Charles RODIUS; Mr. RODIUS; RHODIUS)

Amateur vocalist, tenor / baritone vocalist, artist, convict

Born Cologne, Germany, 1802
Arrived Sydney, NSW, 6 December 1829 (convict per Sarah, from the Portsmouth hulks, 15 August)
? Married (1) Maria BRYAN, Sydney, NSW, by 1834
Married (2) Harriet ? (c. 1821-1838), Sydney, NSW, by 1838
Married (3) Elizabeth Harriet ALLEN, St. Philip's, Sydney, 1 April 1841
Died Liverpool, NSW, 7 April 1860, aged 56

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

http://nla.gov.au/nla.party-493356 (NLA persistent identifier)

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

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-R-2.php#RODIUS-Charles (shareable link to this entry)

Summary:

Transported for seven years for stealing a reticule outside the Royal Opera House in London, Charles Rodius (also regularly "Rhodius") was assigned on arrival to the Department of Public Works, but came to public note in his own right as early as March 1830 with his lithographic portrait of Bungaree, elder of the north shore people.

He was perhaps singing in St. Mary's cathedral choir by mid 1836, if not earlier, and was the un-named amateur who appeared as soloist in an unidentified "German song", and in the duet La ci darem la mano, with Marian Chester at her concert on 31 August 1836.

He next appeared, and was identified, singing at William Vincent Wallace's concert and oratorio on 14 and 21 September 1836, and appear with the Wallaces on several other occasions later that year and during 1837.

In July 1838, Rodius, who suffered from "paralytic" attacks, sold up as he was "leaving Sydney for the benefit of his health". However, in December, his 17-year-old wife, Harriet, died in Sydney.

He was back in Sydney, recovered, in December 1839. In June 1849, at the second exhibition held by the Society for Promoting the Fine Arts in Australia, one of the pictures on show was his portrait of the violinist Joseph Gautrot.

His Gautrot portrait is not known to survive. However, that of another musician does, that of Joshua Frey Josephson:

http://archival.sl.nsw.gov.au/Details/archive/110327367 

Documentation:

"POLICE. QUEEN-SQUARE", Morning Chronicle [London] (19 February 1829), 3

https://www.britishnewspaperarchive.co.uk/viewer/bl/0000082/18290219/019/0003 (PAYWALL)

A young foreigner, dressed in the most fashionable style, who said his name was CHARLES RODIUS, of 80, Charlotte-street, Portland-place, and who described himself as an artist and teacher of languages, was charged with robbing Lady Laura Meyrick, lady of Colonel Meyrick, of Berkeley-square, of a reticule, containing sundry articles, as she was leaving the King's Theatre, on the previous evening. When Lady Meyrick was quitting the Opera House, with the Colonel, about 12 o'clock, she discovered that she had lost her reticule, and, having suspected the prisoner, who had been following her, the assistance of Handley, an officer, was obtained, and the prisoner was secured, while he was endeavouring to rob another lady. On his person were found the contents of Lady Meyrick's reticule, and he had a penknife in his hand. A ring, a bracelet, and a purse, containing a half-sovereign and six shillings, were also found in his pocket. At his residence several ladies' handkerchiefs, opera-glasses, pieces of purses, and the clasps of reticules, and a purse, containing four sovereigns, were found. The prisoner protested he was innocent, and said the handkerchiefs, &c. had been given him by ladies who had been his pupils. He was committed for trial.

"QUEEN-SQUARE - ROBBERY AT DRURY-LANE THEATRE", Morning Post [London] (2 March 1829), 4

https://www.britishnewspaperarchive.co.uk/viewer/bl/0000174/18290302/031/0004 (PAYWALL)

Charles Rodius, who stands committed for robbing Lady Laura Meyrick of her reticule, as she came out of the King's Theatre, was brought up from Tothill-fields prison, and placed at the bar before G. W. Marriott, Esq., charged with robbing Mrs. Heatley, of Hertford-street, May-fair, of her reticule, as she was coming out of Drury-lane Theatre. Mr. Heatley stated that his wife was so ill that she could not attend, but he could swear to an opera glass and smelling bottle, which were produced by Handley, the officer, who found them at the prisoner's lodgings . . .

"MULTUM IN PARVO", Cambridge Chronicle and Journal [England] (10 April 1829), 1

https://www.britishnewspaperarchive.co.uk/viewer/bl/0000420/18290410/001/0001 (PAYWALL)

Charles Rodius, a German, was sentenced Saturday at Westminster Sessions to seven years' transportation for stealing from Lady Meyrick a reticule containing various articles . . .

[News], Public Ledger and Daily Advertiser [London] (21 August 1829), 3

https://www.britishnewspaperarchive.co.uk/viewer/bl/0001255/18290821/011/0003 (PAYWALL)

On Saturday, 200 male convicts were embarked on-board the Sarah transport, Captain Columbine, for New South Wales (100 from the York, and the same number from the Leviathan, convict bulks in Portsmouth harbour), under the charge and superintendence of Mr. Alexander Osborne, surgeon. Among the number, was Charles Rodius, a foreigner, and teacher of languages, who, it will be remembered, was convicted of stealing a lady's reticule at the Opera.

New South Wales (1829-60):

"Domestic Intelligence", The Sydney Monitor (6 March 1830), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article32073313

Mr. C. Rhodius uses the lithographic Press with great skill. He has executed front and profile likenesses of Bungaree, in a most superior style.

ASSOCIATIONS: Bungaree (Aboriginal elder)

[Advertisement], The Sydney Herald (25 August 1836), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12855020 

. . . MRS. CHESTER RESPECTFULLY announces to her Friends, and the public generally, that her
CONCERT OF Vocal and Instrumental Music Will take place on WEDNESDAY EVENING, August, 31st, 1836, in the Saloon of the Royal Hotel, on which occasion she will be assisted by MR. W. WALLACE, MR. DEANE AND TWO SONS, MR. JOSEPHSON, MR. CAVENDISH, AND MISS DEANE.
ALSO, A Gentleman Amateur has kindly consented to sing a German Song and in an Italian Duett . . .
Programme Concert. PART I . . . Duett - "La Ci darem la mano," - MOZART - MRS. CHESTER and AMATEUR . . .

[News], The Australian (2 September 1836), 2-3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article36855247 

Mrs. Chester's Concert took place on Wednesday evening last [31 August], and we were sorry to see the room rather thinly attended . . . We have so often expressed our admiration of Mr. Wallace's performance on the violin, that [3] it is needless for us to do so now. There was an amateur sung a German song, in which he displayed a most pleasing voice and a great knowledge of music . . .

"Mrs. Chester's Concert", The Sydney Monitor (3 September 1836), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article32152108 

. . . We cannot speak in too favorable terms of the taste with which the German song was executed by an amateur. His voice is manly, and at the same time very mellow, and he modulated well. This was loudly encored . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Marian Maria Chester (vocalist)

[Advertisement], The Sydney Monitor (14 September 1836), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article32152195 

. . . MR. W. WALLACE . . . BEGS to announce that his Concert of Vocal and Instrumental Music will take place on
THIS EVENING, September 14, 1836, in the Saloon of the ROYAL HOTEL,
on which occasion he will be assisted by Mrs. Chester, Miss Deane, Miss E. Wallace, Mr. Josephson, Mr. S. W. Wallace, Mr. Cavendish, and the Amateur who was received so favourably at Mrs. Chester's Concert.
Programme Concert. PART I . . . 5. French Song - BOILDEAU [sic, Boieldieu] - AMATEUR . . .
PART II . . . 2. Trio and Chorus - Viva Enrico - PUCITTA - MRS. CHESTER, MISS WALLACE, AMATEUR and Chorus . . .
6. Duet - La ci darem la mano (by desire) - MOZART - MRS. CHESTER & AMATEUR . . .

"THE CONCERT", The Australian (16 September 1836), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article36858596

. . . The Amateur, Mr. Rhodius, was an object of some attraction, in consequence of his performance upon a recent occasion. He sung a pleasing little French song, by Boildeau, in a very plaintive style, without any attempt at display, either of compass of voice or power of execution, and was rapturously encored. He possesses neither of the latter great requisites, but the absence of these qualifications is well supplied by an uncommon sweetness of voice and flexibility of intonation . . . Mrs. Chester we never heard sing better . . . The duet of La ci darem she sung with Mr. Rhodius very sweetly . . .

"MR. WALLACE'S CONCERT", The Sydney Gazette and New South Wales Advertiser (17 September 1836), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2206672

. . . The principal novelty was Mr. Rhodius, who sang sweetly, a French song. This gentleman's voice is weak, but particularly soft and pleasing, but without pretensions to compass or execution, he was scarcely heard in the Trio and chorus Viva Enrico, but this may be accounted for by Mrs. Chester and Miss Wallace's voices being both very powerful . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: William Vincent Wallace (violinist, pianist); Eliza Wallace (soprano vocalist)

"THE ORATORIO", The Australian (23 September 1836), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article36854491

. . . He was despised and rejected of men was sung with great sweetness by Mr. Rhodius. His cadences were soft and sweet, and quite delightful. He possesses more power than he displayed: and were he to sing more boldly he would sing more successfully. In the duet of Graceful consort by thy side, with Mrs. Chester, he evinced the correctness of his taste and judgment; but here, as in his other songs, an apparent timidity had the influence of inducing him to suppress rather than to put forth the fulness of his very fine voice . . .

"ORATORIO", Commercial Journal and Advertiser (24 September 1836), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article226458595 

. . . The manner in which Mr. Rhodius sung "He was despised," with his usual sweet and tasteful style and baratone voice, made a great impression, and left no regret that in this part other music had been substituted for Handel's [sic] . . .

"THE ORATORIO", The Sydney Gazette and New South Wales Advertiser (24 September 1836), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2206796

. . . Mr. Rhodius, we are glad to see, is appearing oftener in public; he has a particularly sweet voice, but wants nerve. His duet of Graceful consort by thy side, was the happiest of his efforts, and he sang it with much taste and judgment. This gentleman has no male competitor in the Colony. Mr. Gordonovitch sang Of Stars the fairest in good tone, but he does not come up to Mr. Rhodius . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: George Gordonovitch (vocalist)

"The Oratorio", The Sydney Monitor (24 September 1836), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article32152283

. . . Messrs. Rhodius and Gordonovitch sang well; but there is a delicacy of intonation in Mr. R.'s voice which is universally admired . . .

"THE ORATORIO", The Sydney Herald (26 September 1836), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12864654

. . . Mr. Rhodius stands pre-eminent amongst his brethren in the profession, and sung with much expression "He was despised," and also in a Duet with Mrs. Chester. If Mr. R. will but throw off a little timidity he would appear to much greater advantage . . .

"THE ORATORIO", The Colonist (29 September 1836), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article31718544

WE insert the following critique on the performances at the Oratorio in the Roman Catholic chapel, from the pen of a talented correspondent: . . .

. . . Mrs. M. Yes: I think you are perfectly right. What have you to say with respect to the amateurs Messrs. Rhodius and Gordonovitch?

Mr. T. I much admire Mr. R.'s style of singing, he does sing feelingly, but he sadly wants power; I think, by exerting himself, he might in a great measure obviate this difficulty. Mr. G. sang "Of stars the first pledge of day," with a great deal of taste and an evident knowledge of music; but, I prefer Mr. R.'s style of singing, as expressive of much more feeling and study of nature . . .

[Advertisement], The Sydney Gazette and New South Wales Advertiser (6 December 1836), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2208149 

. . . Mr. W. Wallace BEGS to ANNOUNCE that his CONCERT . . .
WILL TAKE PLACE ON WEDNESDAY EVENING, 7th DEC, 1836, AT MR. NASH'S HOTEL.
On this Occasion be will be assisted by Miss E. Wallace, Mrs. W. Wallace, Mr. S. W. Wallace, and the Gentlemen amateur who was so favourably received at Mr. Wallace's last Concert in Sydney.
PROGRAMME CONCERT . . . 4. La Sentinelle - French Air - Amateur . . .
7. Duet - O Pescator del Onda - Mozart - Miss E. Wallace & Amateur . . .
PART SECOND . . . 12. Quel Plaisir de Soldat - Boildieu - Amateur . . .
14. Duet - La ci darem la Mano - Mozart - Miss E. Wallace & Amateur . . .

[Advertisement], The Australian (3 January 1837), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article36855950 

. . . MR. W. WALLACE . . . HIS CONCERT . . .
Will take place on WEDNESDAY, January 4th, 1837, IN THE COURT HOUSE, WINDSOR . . .
PROGRAMME CONCERT. PART I . . . 4. FRENCH AIR - La Sentinelle - Boildieu [sic] - AMATEUR . . .
7. VOCAL DUET - O Pescator dell'Onda - Mozart - MISS E. WALLACE and AMATEUR . . .
PART II . . . 2. IRISH MELODY - Believe me if all those endearing young charms - AMATEUR . . .
14. VOCAL DUET - La ci Darem la Mano - Mozart - MISS E. WALLACE and AMATEUR . . .

MUSIC: La sentinelle (A. Choron)

ASSOCIATIONS: The "amateur" on both occasions above was, again, Rodius

[Advertisement], The Sydney Gazette and New South Wales Advertiser (31 January 1837), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2209118 

CONCERT. Postponed to the 1st Proximo. MR. W. WALLACE & MR. J. P. DEANE . . . in the Saloon of the Royal Hotel . . .
PROGRAMME CONCERT. PART I . . . 5. SONG - Portrait Charmant - French Melody - Amateur . . .
PART II . . . 10. GLEE - Viva Enrico . . .
11. Duet - O Pescator dell'Onda - Mozart - Miss E. Wallace and Amateur . . .

MUSIC: Portrait charmant (French)

[News], The Colonist (2 February 1837), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article31719000

The Concert given by Messrs. Wallace and Dean last night, was numerously and respectably attended . . . Mr. Rhodius distinguished himself as usual by the sweetness of his voice and purity of style . . .

"Concert", The Sydney Monitor (3 February 1837), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article32154755 

. . . An amateur was greatly admired in the French melody Portrait Charmant and encored . . . O Pescator dell'Onda was very sweetly sung by Miss E. Wallace and an Amateur . . .

"CONCERT", The Australian (7 February 1837), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article36856309 

. . . Portrait Charmant was beautifully sung by the gentleman amateur, who has lately made his debut at our Sydney concerts . . . O Pescator dell'Onda was sung as a duett by Miss E. Wallace and the Amateur, in a manner both tasteful and harmonious . . .

[Advertisement], The Sydney Monitor (29 September 1837), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article32157519 

. . . MR. WILLIAM WALLACE . . . HIS CONCERT . . .
On Friday Evening Sept. 29, 1837, IN THE THEATRE ROYAL,
On which occasion he will be assisted by . . . the Amateur, who so kindly assisted at Mr. Wallace's previous Concert.
PROGRAMME CONCERT. PART I . . . 4 - Song from the Opera of Preciosa - WEBER - Amateur . . .
PART II . . . 12 - Song - From the Opera, of La Dame Blanche - BOILDIEU - Amateur . . .

"Mr. Wallace's Concert", The Sydney Monitor (2 October 1837), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article32157526

. . . Mr. Rhodius sang well, the want of volume being compensated by the sweetness of his tones . . .

[Advertisement], The Sydney Herald (2 July 1838), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12860885

TO BE SOLD BY AUCTION, BY W. HEBBLEWHITE,
On THURSDAY next, the 5th July, at eleven o'clock precisely,
at the residence of Mr. Rhodius, Elizabeth-street, three doors from Liverpool-street,
THE whole of that Gentleman's Household Furniture, Works of Art, &c. . . .
The above will be positively sold in consequence of Mr. Rhodius leaving Sydney for the benefit of his health.

"Death", The Sydney Herald (17 December 1838), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12856294

On Friday last, at her residence, Elizabeth-street, Harriett, the wife of Mr. Charles Rhodius, aged seventeen years.

[Advertisement], The Colonist (7 December 1839), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article31724157

MR. C. RODIUS, WHO for some time past has suffered under a paralytic attack, begs to notify, that being now recovered, he intends to renew his occupation as Teacher of Drawing and Perspective, in which capacity he has been engaged in this colony for the last nine years.
December 7, 1839.

"MARRIED", The Sydney Herald (2 April 1841), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article28652018

Yesterday, by Special License, at St. Phillip's Church, by the Rev. W. Cowper, Mr. Charles Rhodius, to Miss Elizabeth Harriet Allen, both of Sydney.

"CERTIFICATES OF FREEDOM", The Australian (17 March 1842), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article36851021

Principal Superintendent of Convicts' Office, Sydney, 10th March, 1842.
Certificates of Freedom have been prepared in favour of the undermentioned persons: . . .
Rodius Charles, Sarah . . .

"SOCIETY FOR PROMOTING THE FINE ARTS IN AUSTRALIA. SECOND EXHIBITION", The Sydney Morning Herald (2 June 1849), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12910294

. . . No. 171. - Portrait of Monsieur Gautrot. Rodius. - Property of Mr. Rodius. - A free, light, loose sketch, full of artistical talent, and a very striking likeness . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Joseph Gautrot (musician, violinist)

"FINE ARTS", Bell's Life in Sydney and Sporting Reviewer (26 July 1850), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article59772899 

We have been favored with a view of a portrait of Miss Sara Flower, from the pencil of Mr. Charles Rodius, who has lately returned from an artistic exploration of Port Phillip. The likeness of the celebrated cantatrice is admirable, her joyous expression is felicitously hit off, and the drawing of the figure accurately preserved. A careful lithograph of the portrait would meet a ready sale amongst the numerous admirers of this talented songstress.

ASSOCIATIONS: Sara Flower (vocalist)

? [Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (5 September 1854), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12954104 

MONSIEUR and MADAME HERWYN'S Last Concert at the ROYAL HOTEL,
THIS EVENING, 6th September, under the immediate patronage of His Excellency the Governor General.
PROGRAMME. - PART I . . . 7. "Battle" song from "The Huguenots" - sung by Mr. R----- (amateur) - MEYERBEER . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Henry and Celestine Herwyn (musicians)

"DEATHS", The Sydney Morning Herald (10 April 1860), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13038986

On the 7th of April, aged 56 years, after a long and lingering illness, at his late residence, Mr. Charles Rodius, artist, for many years a resident in this colony.

Roger Therry, Reminiscences of thirty years' residence in New South Wales and Victoria . . . (London: S. Low, Son, and Co., 1863), 110-11

https://books.google.com.au/books?id=RikXAAAAYAAJ&pg=PA110 

A German artist, whose name I withhold, as he lived creditably and married respectably in the colony, served his sentence in the country, and on coming to Sydney enjoyed the general reputation of being an emigrant. He arrived, though in a different ship, on the day of my own arrival in 1829. Both ships had also sailed from England on the same day, about three months and a half previously. I happened to be present at his trial at the Middlesex Sessions, where he had a good chance of a favourable verdict, until he put an injudicious question to the principal witness. The charge against him was for snatching a reticule from Lady Laura Meyrick's hand, on her coming out of the Opera-house. In the reticule was a small scent-bottle, which the witness said she believed was her property. The evidence as to the identity of the stolen bottle, however, was weak, until, unfortunately for himself, the prisoner put a question, inquiring the grounds of her ladyship's belief. The [111] reply was, "Because, as you may see, my husband's crest and the initials of my name are engraved upon the stopper of the bottle." The adage that "when a man is his own counsel he has a fool for a client," could not be more completely illustrated. He was immediately found guilty, and sentenced to transportation for seven years. This person had taught drawing in several high families in England. He cultivated his art in the Colony with some success.

ASSOCIATIONS: Roger Therry (lawyer, judge)

Bibliography and resources:

Jocelyn Gray, Rodius, "Charles (1802-1860)", Australian dictionary of biography 2 (1967)

http://adb.anu.edu.au/biography/rodius-charles-2599

"Charles Rodius", Design & Art Australia Online (DAAO)

http://www.daao.org.au/bio/charles-rodius

ROECKEL, Armand (Armand ROECKEL, jeune; Mons. ROECKEL)

Musician, pianist, accompanist, composer

Born Paris, France, c. 1832/33
Arrived London, England, 14 July 1852 (per Albion, from Boulogne, 13 July)
Arrived Sydney, NSW, by 4 January 1856
Departed Sydney, NSW, ? by July 1857
Active Paris, France, c. 1863

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

http://worldcat.org/identities/viaf-295609518 (WorldCat identities)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-R-2.php#ROECKEL-Armand (shareable link to this entry)

Summary:

Identification and background:

On a French passport issued to one Armand Roeckel, bound for Mauritius in 1863, the holder's age was given as 30, and his place of birth as Paris. Assuming that this was the Armand Roeckel in question here, he was first certainly heard of appearing in a concert in Cork, Ireland, on 18 April 1853, and therefore aged around 20. His Souvenir de Corck was first published in Paris the following year.

The most plausible explanation for Armand's visit to Cork was a connection - probably a close family connection - to Monsieur Joseph Roeckel, described as late repetiteur from the Paris Conservatoire, who had established himself professionally in Cork after first appearing there with a small French company of singers and dancers in April 1851. Later he and his vocalist wife, and latterly their daughter Nina, also assisted in concerts and musical performances in local Catholic churches. Joseph Roeckel and his family finally left Cork in September 1863, and in June the following year he was reported in the Cork press to have settled in Port Louis, Mauritius.

Armand Roeckel, was, presumably, somehow related to this Joseph Roeckel, of Cork (for more on him, see Other references below), whether or not either or both of them were sons of Joseph August Roeckel (1783-1870), as one family historian has proposed. This is not impossible; Roeckel senior was director of the German theatre in Paris around the time of Armand's birth; however, there is no record of Armand living with Joseph August in England.

Since Armand was also described as "jeune" on several of his Paris publications, might it suggest that there was an elder Armand Roeckel (as yet unidentified), who was his father, or a close relative?

That there must, however, have been some important connection between Armand Roeckel and Joseph Roeckel and his wife of Cork (and their young daughter Nina), is confirmed by the placement in two Cork papers in May 1863 of a notice of the birth in Paris on 19 April of Armand's son, Armand (died Madagascar 1892). And shortly afterward, both Armand (from Paris) and Joseph (from Cork) were bound for Mauritius. Perhaps also significant, one of Joseph's compositions (published in London by Wessel) was sold in Paris by Armand's publisher, Richault, as reported in the Cork Examiner on 15 January 1858 (page 2):

Under the title of "Poesies Musicales," a former pupil of the Conservatoire de Paris, M. Roeckel, professor of the piano at Cork, has written and published four pieces, in which inspiration goes hand in hand with science . . . These various pieces, published in London - Wessel Co. - may be had at Paris from M. Richault, Editor and Music Seller, Boulevard Poissonniere . . . Revue et Gazette des Theatres, (Paris paper). Felix Bandillon.

Meanwhile, it remains uncertain whether or not Joseph Roeckel of Cork was the Joseph Roeckel below

Australia (1856-57):

Roeckel is probably most likely to have arrived in Sydney direct from Mauritius at the very end of 1855. He was first billed to appear as piano accompanist for Frank Howson and John Winterbottom's concert at the Royal Hotel on 3 January 1856.

He probably left Sydney later that month and sailed north to Moreton Bay. By April, he was in Ipswich, where he was elected as conductor of the newly formed Ipswich Choral Society. In July and August he advertised as teacher of a beginners' music class, and in October and November gave two concerts with the Choral Society.

Having reportedly found fewer professional openings than he hoped in the north, he returned to Sydney from Brisbane in December 1856.

In February he made his second Sydney debut as accompanist for the touring French soprano, Clarisse Cailly, in Sydney Philharmonic Society subscription concert, and again as accompanist for Cailly's own concert in March.

Late that month, the Sydney music publisher J. R. Clarke advertised that he had in preparation "new dance music, by M. Armand Roeckel, viz, a Polka Mazurka, and La Varsoviana (The Favourite Varsoviana) (La Favourite)". The first of these, The Australian polka mazurka appeared from the presses in May 1857 (despite the title, substantially the same work as his Souvenir de Corck [Cork], previously published in Paris and London).

Roeckel himself is last certainly documented as being in Sydney for another concert on 28 March, and though he may still have been in the city to see the first of his Australian publications released in May, he had almost certainly moved on - perhaps back to Mauritius - by the end of July.

Ultimately, Clarke did not release Roeckel's promised varsoviana, entitled La favourite until February 1859, when the composer himself was long gone and probably largely forgotten. No copy has yet been identified, but it was perhaps based on a theme from Donizetti's La favorita.

in July 1859, Clarke advertised a "3rd edition" of the varsoviana and "4th edition" of the polka mazurka, and later still included the latter in his Australian musical album for 1863.

In a single advertisement in April 1858, Clarke also attributed to Roeckel the Iris varsoviana (otherwise unattributed, no copy of which has been identified). It had been first released in September 1857, apparently named after the ship H.M.S. Iris, then in port.

Documentation:

England and Ireland (1852-53):

A list of aliens . . . [per] Albion bound from Boulogne in the Port of London . . . 14 July 1852; UK National Archives

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/1587/images/31161_A003066-00159 (PAYWALL)

Armand Roeckel / Artiste / Vaugirard, Seine

"HERR HOFFMAN'S CONCERT", Cork Examiner (20 April 1853), 2

https://www.britishnewspaperarchive.co.uk/viewer/bl/0000425/18530420/013/0002 (PAYWALL)

The concert announced by Herr Hoffman came off on Monday night in the Great Room of the Imperial Hotel. The audience was very large and fashionable, the room being crowded in every part. The band of the 89th Regiment was in attendance, and opened the entertainments with a splendid overture. From the hour when the concert commenced - half-past eight - until its termination shortly after 11 o'clock, the interest of the audience was kept constantly alive, and the frequent and enthusiastic applause which burst from all parts the room repeatedly testified to their approbation. The piano-forte was presided over by M. ARMAND ROECKEL, whose talents as an accompanyist received the highest admiration. Herr WALLERSTEIN performed on the violin in the most brilliant style the well-known "Pre aux Clercs" and the "Carnival de Venise," which were enthusiastically encored . . . The vocalists were Herr HOFFMAN and Mr. CHAPPELL. Herr HOFFMAN sang several of the native airs of the Tyrol with the most beautiful effect, displaying the greatest sweetness and flexibility of voice. Mr. CHAPPELL is a singer of much power and taste. Both singers were frequently encored . . .

Australia (1856-57):

[Advertisement], Empire [Sydney, NSW] (2 January 1856), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article60171850

GRAND EVENING CONCERT will take place on THURSDAY next [3 January], at the Royal Hotel, when the following artistes will have the honour of appearing:
Mrs. H. T. Craven, Mrs. Frank Andrews, Mrs. Bridson, Mr. F. Howson, and M. Winterbottom, who will perform four solos on the bassoon.
Mons. Armand Roeckel has most kindly consented to preside at the pianoforte . . .
PROGRAMME. PART FIRST
Duet - Mrs. H. T. Craven and Mr. F. Howson
Ballad - Mrs. Frank Andrews
Solo, bassoon - "Fra poco" (Opera, "Lucia di Lammermoor"), Donizetti - M. Winterbottom
Cavatina - Opera, "Don Pasquale" - Mrs. H. T. Craven
Song - "Der Sclave," Keiser - Mr. F. Howson
Solo, bassoon - "Cujus Animam" (Stabat Mater), Rossini - First time, Mr. Winterbottom
Song - " A Soldier's Life" (New Opera, "Berta"), H. Smart - First Time, M. F. Howson
Ballad - "'Tis I, 'tis I," Auber - Mrs. H. T. Craven.
PART SECOND
Duet - Mrs. Frank Andrews and Mr. F. Howson
Song - "There's a Path by the River," Loder - Mrs. H. T. Craven
Solo, bassoon - "Una Voce, poco fa" (Opera, "Barbiere de Sevilla"), Rossini - M. Winterbottom
Song - "Happy Birdling of the Forest" - Mrs. Bridson
Song - " The Wanderer," Schubert - Mr. F. Howson
Cavatina - "Roberto," Mrs. H. T. Craven
Solo, bassoon - "Credeasi misera de me tradita" (finale polacca, "I Puritani"), Bellini - M. Winterbottom
Marseillaise Hymn - Mr. F. Howson
God Save the Queen - Mrs. H. T. Craven. Mrs. Frank Andrews, Mrs. Bridson, Mr. F. Howson, and M. Winterbottom.
Conductor - Mons. ARMAND ROECKEL.

ASSOCIATIONS: Eliza Craven (vocalist); Mrs. Frank Andrews (vocalist); Frank Howson (vocalist); Sarah Bridson (vocalist); John Winterbottom (bassoon)

[Advertisement], The North Australian, Ipswich and General Advertiser [Ipswich, NSW (QLD)] (29 April 1856), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article78850127 

IPSWICH CHORAL SOCIETY.
THE First Meeting of the Subscribers of the proposed Ipswich Choral Society, was held at the Court House, on Thursday Evening last, when the following gentlemen accepted office.
VICE-PRESIDENT - John Panton, Esq. COMMITTEE: Messrs. Wm. Craies, SECRETARY,
George Faircloth, TREASURER, Rev. J. Mosely, Dr. Rowlands,
And the CONDUCTOR, Mr. Armand Roeckel.
The practice of the Society will commence this week; and parties desirous of becoming members are requested to make application to any of the Committee.

ASSOCIATIONS: William Craies (d. 1863, honorary secretary); Ipswich Choral Society

[Advertisement], The North Australian, Ipswich and General Advertiser (8 July 1856), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article78849204

MUSIC CLASS On the Continental System, for Beginners.
MONS. ARMAND ROECKEL Desires to inform Parents and Guardians that he intends forming the above Class, for the purpose of giving instructions in the PIANOFORTE and SINGING to the younger members of families.
Mr. R.'s design in opening this class is to enable parents to have their children properly taught at the beginning (without going to the more expensive way of private lessons) - a circumstance which has the greatest influence on their future progress. The Class will assemble twice a-week, in the afternoon, at Mr. R.'s residence. Part of the time will be devoted to Musical Instruction and the other part to the study of the Instrument. By instructing the Class together in the rudiments of Music and Singing, it will have the real advantage of creating a spirit of emulation among the young pupils, and enable them to go easily through the first part of the study, which is generally so monotonous.
Mr. R. having been himself educated at the Imperial "Conservatoire de Musique" of Paris, and having had to direct similar institutions on the Continent, hopes he will meet with general support and approbation.
Terms for the Musical Class, including Pianoforte and Singing, Three Guineas a quarter; to be paid either monthly or quarterly, in advance.
Persons desirous of availing themselves of the above will please apply, to M. ARMAND ROECKEL North Australian Cottage, near the Scotch Church.
TERMS OF PRIVATE LESSONS.
PIANOFORTE - Two Lessons a week, of half-an-hour each. Six Guineas a quarter.
SINGING - The same as the Piano.
PIANOFORTE AND SINGING- Nine Guineas a quarter.
HARMONIUM - Two Lessons a week, of half-an-hour each, Six Guineas a quarter.
HARMONY - (Thorough Bass and Composition), Half-Guinea a Lesson of an hour.
To be paid either monthly or quarterly, in advance.
NOTE. - In consequence of the difficulty of having Pianos properly tuned, M. R. is willing to tune them when requested to do so.

[Advertisement], The North Australian, Ipswich and General Advertiser (26 August 1856), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article78849890

MUSIC CLASS. Mons. ARMAND ROECKEL HAVING completed his arrangements, intends to open his CLASS on WEDNESDAY, the 20th instant.
The Class will meet twice a week, at half-past Three, P.M., on WEDNESDAYS and SATURDAYS, at Mr. R's. Residence.
Terms, Three Guineas per Quarter n advance.
Further particulars can be learned on application to Mr. A. Roekel, North Australian Cottage, near the Scotch Church.
18th August, 1856.

[Advertisement], The North Australian, Ipswich and General Advertiser (21 October 1856), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article78850548 

Ipswich Choral Society.
THE FIRST VISITORS' NIGHT will take place at the Subscription READING ROOM, East Street, on WEDNESDAY EVENING, the 22nd instant, at 8 o'Clock.
Programme.- Part I.
1. God Save the Queen. - Solo, duet, trio, and Chorus.
2. The Merry Month of May. - Chorus - C. M. Weber.
3. Sol Fa. - Chorus, without accompaniment.
4. Come into the Summer Woods. - Andante. - Boieldieu.
5. Fantasie on the Harmonium. - A. Roeckel.
6. The Curfew's Solemn Sound. - Trio and Chorus. - Attwood.
Part II.
1. The Marseillaise Hymn. - Solo and Chorus. Rouget de Lisle.
2. Harvest Home. - Pastoral.
3. Green Hills of Tyrol. - Chorus. Rossini.
4. Overture to Masaniello. - Auber.
5. God Save the Queen.
CONDUCTOR, MONS. ARMAND ROECKEL.
WILLIAM CRAIES, Secretary. Ipswich, 18th October, 1856.

"THE CHORAL SOCIETY", The North Australian, Ipswich and General Advertiser (28 October 1856), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article78850705 

We understand that this Society now numbers upwards of forty members; and, considering the short time it has been in existence, great proficiency has been attained. A strong muster of the members took place on Wednesday evening last, at the Subscription Reading Room, when a large and highly respectable audience assembled, on the invitation of the managers, to enjoy the musical treat announced in their programme. Several of the pieces were rapturously encored, and the able and spirited manner in which Mons. Roeckel conducted the performances elicited repeated bursts of applause. The whole affair went off very well, and it is but fair to state that the non-professional members sang with great spirit on the occasion. We regret to learn that Monsieur Roeckel intends leaving the district in a few weeks, in consequence of his not having met with sufficient encouragement to induce him to remain here, where the range of the profession, of which he is a talented member, is necessarily so much circumscribed. The musical amateurs will probably experience some difficulty in finding a suitable successor to this gentleman.

"THE CHORAL SOCIETY", The North Australian, Ipswich and General Advertiser (25 November 1856), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article78849856

The complimentary benefit tendered by the residents of the town and its vicinity to Mons. Roeckel, the accomplished musician, took place at the hour appointed on Friday evening last. The. Subscription Reading Room, where the concert was held, was soon filled to overflowing, and many persons were unable to obtain admission. A great number of ladies graced the room with their presence, and the number of both sexes probably amounted to 200. The performances went off in the most spirited manner, eliciting frequent bursts of applause; in a word, it was one of the most agreeable concerts ever held in Ipswich.

"SHIPPING INTELLIGENCE", Empire (20 December 1856), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article64981606

December 29. - Boomerang, steamer, 400 tons. Captain O'Reilly, from Moreton Bay 17th instant. Passengers . . . Roeckel . . .

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (23 February 1857), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12992425

SYDNEY PHILHARMONIC SOCIETY . . .
The fifth Concert of the season will take place at the
CONCERT HALL, ROYAL HOTEL, THIS EVENING, (Monday) February 23rd, 1857,
on which occasion the following artistes have kindly Volunteered their services:
- Madame C. CAILLY, Lady Amateur, Monsieur Armand Roeckel, Mr. Wheeler.
The Concert to commence at 8 o'clock precisely,
PROGRAMME. PART I . . . 3. Airs from Meyerbeer's Opera Robert le Diable (Va-dit-elle) -
Madame CLARISSE CAILLY, who will be accompanied on the pianoforte by M. Armand Roeckel . . .
PART II . . . 4. Air from Puccini's Opera Niobe ("I tuoi frequenti") -
Madame CLARISSE CAILLY; who will be accompanied on the pianoforte by M. Armand Roeckel . . .
Conductor - Mr. C. W. F. STIER.
Leader - JOHN DEANE . . .
JOHN DEANE, Secretary, 10, Jamison-street.

ASSOCIATIONS: Clarisse Cailly (vocalist); Charles Stier (conductor); John Deane (leader); Sydney Philharmonic Society

"SYDNEY PHILHARMONIC SOCIETY", The Sydney Morning Herald (24 February 1857), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12992510 

The fifth concert of the season was given by this Society, last evening, at the Concert Hall of the Royal Hotel. Although the evening was wet the room was well filled, though the performances somehow or other seemed to flag, and there evidently was not that spirit of enjoyment prevalent that we have witnessed on former occasions . . . Madame Cailly with the beautiful aria " "Va-dit-elle," got up a little excitement, and obtained a recall, substituting the charming little rondo of Maretzeti's . . . Madame Cailly, in the second part, sang an aria from Paccini's "Niobe," but the rain rain was pouring down too strongly for a recall, and the moment she had concluded the company - at least the fairer portion of it - began to disperse, in their anxiety to find their carriages, or to be the first to employ whatever vehicles might be in attendance. We should be doing injustice to a gentleman of talent did we forget to mention M. A. Roeckel, a clever pianist, and certainly a most finished accompanyist, who accompanied Madame Cailly in the difficult morceaux selected for yesterday evening. If we mistake not, it is the first time he has appeared in public, but we trust it may not be the last, for he promises to be an acquisition to our musical circles . . .

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (9 March 1857), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12992992 

CONCERT HALL, ROYAL HOTEL . . .
Madame CLARISSE CAILLY'S Last Grand Vocal and Instrumental CONCERT will take place THIS (Monday) EVENING, March 9.
Mr. E. D. Boulanger, Mr. A. Roeckel, Mr. E. Deane, Mr. Wheeler, Mr. W. H. Stephens, and an Amateur, have kindly volunteered their very valuable assistance . . .
Programme. Part I.
Cavatina, "Ernani," (Verdi) Madame Clarisse Cailly.
Solo, cornet-a-piston, Capricio on the favourite song, "Fading away, (A. Roeckel) Mr. Wheeler.
Solo pianoforte, "March Funebre," by request, (S. Thalberg) Mr. E. D. Boulanger.
By desire, "Rode's variations," (Rode) Madame Clarisse Cailly.
Solo, violincello, (Muntzberger) Mr. E. Deane.
By particular request, the Buffo Scona "Aloneo ye Brave," Mr. W. H. Stephens.
An intermission of ten minutes.
Part II. Aria, Opoea Bettby, (Donizetti) Madame Clarissa Cailly.
Solo, flute, introduction and air, "Swiss Boy," (Boehm) an Amateur.
Andante and Rondo Final, "Sonnambula," (Bellini) Madame Clarisse Cailly.
Solo, pianoforte, "Galop de Bravoura," by request, (Schulhoff) Mr. E. D. Boulanger.
"La Marseillaise," first time (Rouget do Lisle) Madame Clarisse Cailly.
Conductor, Mr. A. Roeckel . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Edward Boulanger (solo piano); Edward Deane (cello); William Henry Stephens (actor, vocalist); Stephen Wheeler (cornet)

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (21 March 1857), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12993251

In preparation, new dance music, by M. Armand Roeckel, viz , a "Polka Mazurka," and "La Varsoviana" . . .
J. R. CLARKE, publisher, 205, George-street.

ASSOCIATIONS: Jacob Richard Clarke (music publisher)

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (26 March 1857), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12993403 

CONCERT HALL, ROYAL HOTEL . . .
MASON'S SHAKSPERIAN ENTERTAINMENT. On THURSDAY, March 26th, 1857, will be presented on entirely new
MUSICAL and POETICAL ENTERTAINMENT, derived solely from the works of Shakspere,
with introduction, notes, and extracts, by A. J. MASON, A.N.A. (Original Lecturer on the Art of Wood Engraving).
The vocal portion by the following talented artistes;
Mrs. Andrews. Madame Lamont, Mr. Walcot, Mr. Howson, and Mr. Wheeler.
Musical Conductor, Mons. Roeckel.
PROGRAMME. PART I. Introduction.
Glee - "Hark the Lark."
Ballad - "Under the Greenwood Tree," Mr. Howson.
Song - "When Daisies Pied," Mrs. Andrews.
Glee - "What shall he have that killed the deer."
Glee - "Come unto these Yellow Sands."
Duet - "As it fell upon a Day," Madame Lamont and Mrs. Andrews.
Glee - "Full Fathom Five."
Solo and Chorus - "Speak, Sister, Speak," &c.
(Interval of ten minutes.)
PART II.
Trio - "When shall we three meet again."
Ballad - "Bid me Discourse," Mrs. Andrews.
Song - "Blow, Blow, thou Wintry Wind," Mr. Howson.
Glee - "Ye Spotted Snakes."
Ballad - "Where the Bee Sucks," Madame Lamont.
Glee - "Sigh no more, Ladies."
Duet - "Tell me where is Fancy Bred," Mrs. Andrews and Madame Lamont.
Solo and Chorus - "Hecate, Hecate, come away," &c. . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Abraham Mason (lecturer); Maria Lamont (vocalist); Robson Walcot (vocalist); John Howson (vocalist)

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (18 May 1857), 12

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12995759 

NEW MUSIC - PUBLISHED THIS MORNING.
The Australian Polka Mazurka, by Roeckel, elegantly illustrated, 2s 6d, post free 2s 8d . . .
J. R CLARKE, music seller, 205, George-street, Sydney.

"LIST OF UNCLAIMED LETTER FOR THE MONTH OF JULY" New South Wales Government Gazette (14 August 1857), 1607

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article229174133 

37 Roekel A., musician

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

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13000056

THE FASHIONABLE DANCE! Published THIS DAY - THE IRIS VARSOVIANA, price 2s. 6d., post free 2s. 8d. . . . J. R. CLARKE, music seller, 205, George street, Sydney.

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (10 April 1858), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13008552

. . . "Irish" [Iris] Varsoviana, by Roeckel. 2s. 6d. . . . J. R. CLARKE . . .

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (28 February 1859), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13017106 

. . . also, a new Varsoviana by Roeckel, entitled, "La Favourite." J. R. CLARKE, Music Seller, George-street.

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (25 July 1859), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13028239 

NEW MUSIC. - Just published . . .
New edition of . . . Iris Varsoviana, 2s. 6d.; and La Favorite Varsoviana, 2s. 6d., by Roeckel . . .
J. R. CLARKE, music publisher, 356, George-street.

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (30 July 1859), 10

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13028547

. . . The Australian Polka Mazurka (known also as the "Souvenir du Cork Polka Mazurka), by Roeckel (4th edition), 2s. 6d.
The Favourite Varsouviana [sic], by Roeckel (3rd edition). 2s. 6d . . .
J. R. CLARKE, Music-seller and Publisher, 356, George-street, Sydney.

"MUSIC AND DRAMA", The Sydney Morning Herald (19 February 1863), 9

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13074476

. . . In connection with musical matters, it may not be out of place to notice a very elegant publication, "The Colonial Musical Album," which has recently been issued from the well-known, establishment of J. R. Clarke . . . A "Caprice di Salon," and other compositions by M. Boulanger, the pretty Australian "Polka Mazurka," by Roeckel, and the "Lurline Polka," form the instrumental portion . . .

Paris, by 1863:

"BIRTHS", Cork Examiner [Ireland] (26 May 1863), 2

https://www.britishnewspaperarchive.co.uk/viewer/bl/0000425/18630526/053/0002 (PAYWALL)

On the 18th inst., the wife of Mons. Armand Roeckel, Batignolles, Paris, of a son.

Musical works:

Graciella (varsoviana) (1854)

Graciella! varsoviana pour piano par Armand Roeckel jeune (Paris: S. Richault, [1854, 1863])

Copies at Bibliothèque nationale de France, Paris

http://catalogue.bnf.fr/ark:/12148/cb43238183k 

http://catalogue.bnf.fr/ark:/12148/cb43238184x 

Copy at the British Library, London

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/497243963 

Souvenir de Corck [Souvenir de Cork] (polka-mazurka) (1854) = Australian polka mazurka (1857)

Souvenir de Corck, polka-mazurka pour le piano par Armand Roeckel jeune, dédiée (sic) á Miss Annie Marcel (Paris: S. Richault, [1854, 1858, 1863])

Copy at Sydney Living Museums

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/245993389 

Copies at Bibliothèque nationale de France, Paris

http://catalogue.bnf.fr/ark:/12148/cb43238186m 

http://catalogue.bnf.fr/ark:/12148/cb43238187z 

http://catalogue.bnf.fr/ark:/12148/cb432381889 

Copy at the British Library, London

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/497243975 

Les seéduisantes (1855)

Les seéduisantes, deux morceaux pour le pianoforte (1. Graciella; 2. Souvenir de Cork) (London, 1855)

Copy at the British Library, London

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/497243943 

Capricio on Fading away (March 1857)

Capricio on the favourite song, "Fading Away," - A. Roeckel [MS, unpublished]

NO COPY IDENTIFIED

Australian polka mazurka (1857) = Souvenir de Corck (1854)

The Australian polka mazurka by Roeckel (Sydney: J. R. Clarke, [1857; 1863])

Copies at the National Library of Australia (digitised)

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/12840664 (DIGITISED 4 copies)

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-164720462 (DIGITISED)

Copies in Australian libraries

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/219985306 

Copy at the British Library, London

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/497243956 

La favourite varsoviana (1857; published 1859)

La favourite varsoviana ([Sydney: J. R. Clarke, 1859])

NO COPY IDENTIFIED

Harmonies du soir (1863)

Harmonies du soir, poésies musicales pour piano, op. 5 (Paris: S. Richault, [1863])

Copy at Bibliothèque nationale de France, Paris

http://catalogue.bnf.fr/ark:/12148/cb432381858 

Rosheim polka mazurka (1863)

Rosheim, polka mazurka pour piano (Paris: S. Richault, [1863])

Copy at the British Library, London

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/497243967 

Souvenir de l'Ile Maurice (caprice mazurka) (1863)

Souvenir de l'Ile Maurice, caprice mazurka pour Piano (Paris: S. Richault, [1863])

Copy at the British Library, London

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/497243984 

Other references (family of Joseph August Roeckel):

William Barclay Squire, "ROECKEL" [family], in A dictionary of music and musicians edited by George Grove . . . vol. 3 (1883), 143-144

https://en.wikisource.org/wiki/A_Dictionary_of_Music_and_Musicians/Roeckel,_Joseph 

Joseph August Röckel, Wikipedia

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Joseph_August_Röckel

August Röckel, Wikipedia

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/August_Rockel 

Other references (Joseph Roeckel, Cork, Ireland, 1851-63):

ASSOCIATIONS: ? = Joseph Roeckel (below)

"THEATRE", Cork Examiner [Ireland] (28 May 1851), 2

https://www.britishnewspaperarchive.co.uk/viewer/bl/0000425/18510528/026/0002 (PAYWALL)

Some half dozen French artistes made their bow on Monday evening. The entertainment given by them consists of music, vocal and instrumental, and dancing. The first part consists of selections from various popular operas, either solos or duos, besides ballads. There are two gentlemen singers, and one lady. Monsieur Littee possesses a very sweet and cultivated tenor, and he sings with taste, feeling and expression. Mousieur Jogand has more dramatic action and fire, and sings with great energy. Madame Bovenni is an excellent singer, and fully understands the art of stage vocalism. In fact, these concerts have all the character of undress rehearsals, for every expression is perfectly given as if in an acted opera. Monsieur Roeckel is one of the best pianists we have heard, and excels as an accompanist. His solos are very brilliant, but his accompaniments are far better - in fact, they could not be surpassed for judgment . . .

"LAST NIGHT'S CONCERT", Cork Examiner [Ireland] (11 June 1851), 3

https://www.britishnewspaperarchive.co.uk/viewer/bl/0000425/18510611/016/0003 (PAYWALL)

The concert of last evening was most successful. In point attendance, was quite cheering to all who sympathised with the French strangers, whom the dishonesty of an associate had place in a position the most painful embarrassment. And the concert itself . . . M. Littee sang charmingly; Madame Boveni was well received, and vehemently encored; M. Jogand rattled off the Largo Factotum in admirable style; and all three were obliged repeat the Marseillaise. M. Roeckel's performance on the piano was highly applauded . . . We may add that M. Roeckel is about establishing himself in Cork, as a professor of music, instrumental and vocal.

[Advertisement], Cork Examiner (28 April 1852), 2

https://www.britishnewspaperarchive.co.uk/viewer/bl/0000425/18520428/067/0002 (PAYWALL)

THEATRE ROYAL . . . MR. ALFRED PHILLIPS will have the honour of presenting his VOCAL and PICTORIAL ENTERTAINMENT . . . The Celebrated Pianist, Monsieur Roeckel, Repetiteur, from the Conservatoire of Music, Paris, will accompany Mr. Phillips in his Songs . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Alfred Phillips (actor, vocalist)

[Advertisement], Southern Reporter and Cork Commercial Courier (2 August 1853), 1

https://www.britishnewspaperarchive.co.uk/viewer/bl/0000876/18530802/010/0001 (PAYWALL)

THE SISTERS OF MERCY, QUEENSTOWN . . . also return thanks to Mrs. Roeckel and Miss McAuliffe, to Mr. Roeckel, Mr. Fleming, and Mr. M. Sullivan, for their gratuitous services in the Choir . . .

[Advertisement], Cork Constitution (29 August 1863), 1

https://www.britishnewspaperarchive.co.uk/viewer/bl/0001646/18630829/019/0001 (PAYWALL)

. . . SUBSCRIBERS have been instructed by Mons. Joseph Roeckel, who is leaving Ireland, to Sell by UNRESERVED AUCTION, on the Premises, 59, SOUTH MALL, (corner of Marlboro'-street), on MONDAY, 31st August, at the hour Twelve o'Clock, the very excellent and useful Furniture and Effects, which comprise . . . a splendid and powerful-toned Harmonium by ALEXANDRE of Paris, containing 15 stops with percussion action, by which intricate piano forte music is performed with ease, and which produces the tones of nearly every musical instrument, as well as those of the human voice . . .

"MONS. JOSEPH ROECKEL. THE EDITOR OF THE . . .", Cork Constitution (17 August 1864), 2

https://www.britishnewspaperarchive.co.uk/viewer/bl/0001646/18640817/038/0002 (PAYWALL)

SIR - The following extracts translated and abridged from "Le Cernèen" and "Gazette" of Port Louis, Mauritius, may possess interest for those among your readers who were friends of M. Joseph Roeckel during his residence in Cork . . .
"We should have wished to describe at length the last Concert given by Mons. J. Roeckel, but though time and space fail us for this, we cannot withhold a brief notice of that delightful evening . . . M. Roeckel has every reason to be satisfied with his success. His talents, both as pianist and musician, are now fully recognised, and we shall henceforth, with much pleasure, reckon him amongst our own. - ("Le Cernèen" June 15, 1864 . . .

ROECKEL, Joseph (? Jean-Guillaume ROECKEL; advertised as Joseph REKEL)

Pianist, composer (accompanist and manager of Jenny Claus)

Born c. 1824/31
Arrived (1) Melbourne, VIC, 19 March 1873 (per Racer, from Mauritius)
Departed (1) Melbourne, VIC, February 1874 (per Otago, for New Zealand, age "50")
Arrived (2) Sydney, NSW, 25 May 1874 (per Wonga Wonga, from Auckland, 16 May)
Departed (2) Sydney, NSW, 26 August 1874 (per Egmont, for Noumea)
Arrived (3) Sydney, NSW, 15 October 1874 (per Egmont, from Noumea)
Departed (3) Brisbane, QLD, 19 June 1875 (per R.M.S. Brisbane, for Batavia)
Active San Francisco, CA, USA, until 1880
? Died San Francisco, CA, USA, 15 August 1906

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-R-2.php#ROECKEL-Joseph (shareable link to this entry)

ROECKEL, Jeanne (? Christiana ROECKEL; Jeanne ROECKEL; advertised as Jeanne REKEL)

Vocalist

Born Paris, France, 4 March 1850; daughter of ? Jean-Guillaume ROECKEL
Arrived (1) Melbourne, VIC, 19 March 1873 (per Racer, from Mauritius)
Departed (1) Melbourne, VIC, February 1874 (per Otago, for New Zealand, age "28")
Arrived (2) Sydney, NSW, 25 May 1874 (per Wonga Wonga, from Auckland, 16 May)
Departed (2) Sydney, NSW, 26 August 1874 (per Egmont, for Noumea)
Married Vital-Constant RICHARD, Noumea, New Caledonia, 7 September 1874
Died Noumea, New Caledonia, 2 August 1881

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-R-2.php#ROECKEL-Jeanne (shareable link to this entry)

THIS ENTRY IS A STUB ON PERSONNEL FIRST ACTIVE IN AUSTRALIA AFTER 1860

Summary:

It is uncertain whether or how this pair was related to Armand Roeckel above. However, it is not impossible that the father was the Joseph Roeckel, reported above, active in Cork, Ireland.

However, this Joseph Rekel/Roeckel was certainly not the English-born composer and pianist Joseph Leopold Roeckel (1838-1923), who was active in Bristol during 1873, and, anyway, too young to have a marriageable daughter in 1874.

Entirely coincidentally, Joseph Leopold Roeckel's nephew (son of his half-brother Edward Roeckel), Waldemar Roeckel, a medical practitioner, served in Ballarat, Victoria, and died in Melbourne in 1894, in his early 40s, of a suspected drug overdose.

Documentation:

[News], The Argus (20 March 1873), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5850343

A fresh addition to the musical talent of the colony has just been made by the appearance of M. Rekel and Miss Rekel, and Miss Claus, who arrived from Mauritius yesterday, in the barque Racer. Each of the three has a specialty, Miss Claus having a reputation as a violinist, Miss Rekel as a vocalist, and M. Rekel as a pianist and composer; and from journalistic records in their possession, their performances in London, Paris, and elsewhere seem to have been meritorious.

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (8 April 1873), 10

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13312638 

MADEMOISELLE JENNY CLAUS, the Violinist; Mademoiselle JEANNE REKEL, Vocalist; and Monsieur JOSEPH REKEL, Pianist and Composer, intend giving CONCERTS in a short time.
For particulars apply to Messrs. ELVY and CO.

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (17 April 1873), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13309921

"A crowded and fashionable audience . . .", Empire (18 April 1873), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article63229426

"ARRIVALS", The Sydney Morning Herald (26 May 1874), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13342937 

MAY 25. Wonga Wonga (s.), 1000 tons, Captain lake, from Auckland l6th instant. Passengers . . . Madlle. Claus and Rekel, Signor Cecchi, Mons. Rekel, Signor Biscaccianti . . .

[News], Empire (25 August 1874), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article60991618 

Mdlle. Jeanne Rekel, who, it will be remembered, came to this country with Mdlle. Claus, and appeared at several concerts in a selection of ballads and operatic selections, with much success, returns to-day in the Egmont to New Caledonia, where she has a more permanent engagement than any yet accepted by her. Mdlle. Rekel, when on her last professional tour in the island, was wooed and won by a young notary of good family, and equally good position and prospects, and in every way un bon parti. M. Rekel accompanies his daughter to Noumea; but Mdlle. Claus remains, and will probably go to Victoria shortly.

[News], Empire (17 October 1874), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article60993535 

M. Rekel, the pianist, arrived by the Egmont from New Caledonia, on Thursday [15 October], and leaves for Melbourne to-day to join Mdlle. Claus, who will probably soon return to New South Wales.

"MARRIED", The Argus (25 November 1874), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5883122

On the 7th inst., at the residence of the bridegroom, Noumea, New Caledonia, by the Rev. Ray, Vital Richard, to Christiana Roeckel (Jeanne Rekel), daughter of Joseph Roeckel, the musical composer.

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (4 May 1875), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article28403893 

MASONIC HALL, THURSDAY EVENING, May 6th, 1876, at 8 o'clock,
GRAND RECITAL given by Mademoiselle JENNY CLAUS . . .
kindly assisted by THE FAVOURITE AMATEUR PIANISTE, Mademoiselle * * * * * *,
who will perform BEETHOVEN'S CELEBRATED SONATA in G with Mademoiselle JENNY CLAUS,
and THALBERG'S Grand Duet on Norma, for two pianos, with Monsieur JOSEPH REKEL . . .

"DEPARTURES", The Queenslander (26 June 1875), 12

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article18336706

June 19. - R.M.S. Brisbane, E. and A. Co.'s, 894 tons, Captain R. Balfour, for Keppel Bay, Bowen, Townsville, Cooktown, Somerset, Batavia, Singapore, and Hongkong. Passengers . . . For Batavia . . . Mademoiselle Jenny Claus, Herr Rekel . . .

"Mdlle. Jenny Claus", Evening News (27 July 1876), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article107192542 

The Melbourne Argus hears direct from M. Rekel that Mdlle. Jenny Claus, the distinguished Violinist, intends returning to Australia by the mail steamer that leaves San Francisco in July.

The San Francisco directory for the year 1879 (San Francisco: Commercial Steam Presses, 1879)

https://archive.org/details/sanfranciscodire1879lang/page/734/mode/2up (DIGITISED)

Rekel Joseph, teacher vocal music, 514 Stockton

[News], Daily Alta California [San Francisco, CA, USA] (13 May 1880), 1

https://cdnc.ucr.edu/?a=d&d=DAC18800513.2.11 

The entertainment and ball given last evening by the Improved Order of Bed Men, in honor of "Tammany Day," was very largely attended . . . Prof. Joseph Rekel acted as Musical Director . . .

US census, 3 June 1880, San Francisco, California; C, 148

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/6742/images/4239986-00732 (PAYWALL)

516 / 54 Stockton Street / Roeckel Joseph / Boarder / 50 [sic] / Singing Teacher / [born] Germany / [father born] Germany / [mother born] Germany

Langley's San Francisco directory for the year commencing . . . 1881 (San Francisco: Francis, Valentine & Co, 1881)

https://archive.org/details/langleyssanfranc1881sanfrich/page/790/mode/2up (DIGITISED)

Rekel Columbus / . . .
Rekel Joseph / teacher music, r. 26 1/2 Kearny

Bibliography and resources:

Christiana ROECKEL, Geneanet

https://gw.geneanet.org/aderriennvenard?lang=en&iz=2&p=christiana&n=roeckel

Joseph Jean Roeckel, Find a grave

https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/37793016/joseph-jean-roeckel 

ROEDIGER, Carl Gustav (Carl Gustav RÖDIGER; Gustav ROEDIGER; C. G. ROEDIGER)

Amateur vocalist, composer, merchant

Born Berlin, Prussia, 22 March 1832; baptised 27 Mary 1832; son of Johann Gottfried RÖDIGER (d. SA, 1875) and Amalie Friederike REDSLOB (d. SA, 1881)
Arrived Adelaide, SA, [?] 30 August 1849 (per Wilhemina Maria, from Hamburg, with parents)
Died Gawler, SA, 24 September 1898, aged "66"

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Carl+Gustav+Roediger+1832-1898 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-R-2.php#ROEDIGER-Carl-Gustav (shareable link to this entry)

Documentation:

[Advertisement], The South Australian Advertiser (7 October 1859), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article1197898 

NOTICE is hereby given that the PARTNERSHIP lately subsisting between us, in the Town of Gawler, as CORNDEALERS, is this day DISSOLVED by mutual consent; as witness our hands this sixth day of October, 1859. GUSTAV ROEDIGER; ERNST LIEBMANN . . .

"GAWLER AGRICULTURAL AND HORTICULTURAL SOCITEY", South Australian Register (1 March 1861), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article50021777 

At 7 o'clock, above 70 gentlemen assembled at the Oddfellows' Hall . . .
Mr. Clement here sung a haymaker's song, the burden of which was -
"Then a song and a cheer to the bonny green stacks,
Climbing up to the sun wide and high;
To the pitchers and rakers, and the merry hay makers,
And the beautiful midsummer sky."
The song was very loudly applauded . . .

Dr. Nott proposed the next toast,- "The Parent Society and the other Agricultural Societies in the Colony!" . . .
Song - Mr. Clement . . .

. . . Mr. RUDIGER sang a colonial song, the chorus of which wound up with a hearty commendation of "Our new home, our loved home, our children's native land" . . .

"THE DINNER", South Australian Weekly Chronicle (2 March 1861), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article90035510 

. . . Mr. ROEDEGER sung a new "Song of Australia;" words by Dr. Nott, music by Schrader [sic, Draeger]. It was much applauded . . .

"THE GAWLER DINNER. To the Editor of the . . .", South Australian Weekly Chronicle (9 March 1861), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article90036458 

Sir - In your report of the dinner on the occasion of the Gawler Agricultural Society's Show on Wednesday last, it is said that a new "Song of Australia" was sung by me, the words being by Dr. Nott, the music by Schrader. This, however, is a mistake in the name of the composer, who is Herr C. W. Draeger, of Gawler.
C. G. ROEDEGER.
Gawler, March 2, 1801.
[We were informed by a gentleman, resident in Gawler, that Dr. Nott was the author of the words. Editor.]

MUSIC: A song for Australia (words by George Nott; music by Carl Wilhelm Draeger)

[Advertisement], The South Australian Advertiser (15 November 1861), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article879869 

GAWLER TOWN.-TO be LET, on the 4th of December next, those Two SHOPS and PREMISES in Murray-street, now in occupation of G. Roediger & Co., where a good Business (German and English) has been done for the past three years . . .

"GAWLER TESTIMONIAL TO DR. SCHOMBURGK", Bunyip [Gawler, SA] (30 December 1865), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article97205397 

. . . The Song for Australia followed, admirably sung by Mr. ROEDIGER . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Moritz Richard Schomburgk (clergyman, botanist; a Gawler resident, he had recently been appointed curator of the Adelaide Botanic Gardens)

"EASTER GATHERINGS . . . ENTERTAINMENT AT THE ODDFELLOWS' HALL, GAWLER", The Express and Telegraph (24 April 1867), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article207593022 

. . . A duet - "What are the Wild Waves saying," was next given by Mrs. Lane and Mr. Roediger . . . Mozart's " Don Juan," a duet, was next rendered by Messrs. Cranz and Roediger . . . Mr. Roediger next followed with a solo, "Then you'll remember me" . . .

"GAWLER", Adelaide Observer (15 June 1867), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article159511123 

An amateur evening entertainment in connection with the Oddfellows' Lodge, Gawler, was held in the Oddfellows' Hall on Tuesday Last (11th) . . . The overture by the band was followed by a chorus - "The Song of Australia" (Linger). Dr. Nott then recited "Virginia," a lay of ancient Rome, by Macaulay . . . A duet - "Come o'er the Moonlit Lea" (Deveraux) - by Mrs. Lane and Mr. W. Malcolm, and a song - "Do they Think of Me at Home" (Glover) - by Mr. C. G. Roediger, were then sung . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Elizabeth Peryman Tozer Lane (amateur vocalist); August Georg Cranz (vocalist, violinist)

[Advertisement], South Australian Register (13 November 1867), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article39178472

NEW SONG. Ready on Wednesday, 6th inst.,
HURRAH FOR PRINCE ALFRED, HURRAH.
Words by George Nott; Music by C. G. Roediger.
W. C. RIGBY, Publisher; and all Music and Book Sellers.
Price 2s., per Post 2s. 2d.

"NEW MUSIC", South Australian Register (13 November 1867), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article39178489 

A song and chorus, entitled "Huzzah for Prince Alfred, Huzzah," has just been published by Rigby, of Hindley-street. The words are by George Nott, the music by C. G. Roediger, and both have been lithographed by Penman & Galbraith. The composition has but few faults, but it is equally deficient in excellencies. The melody maintains the even tenor (or soprano) of its way, with a turn, turn, turn accompaniment, but unfortunately it does not fit the poetry. Thus we have such words as "people," "distance," and "victory" accented on the second syllable, with several other anomalies of this kind. For these, however, the poet is mainly responsible. We hope to see them corrected in future editions.

"COUNTRY CORRESPONDENCE. LYNDOCH", South Australian Register (14 June 1871), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article39253300 

. . . Mr. Roediger, another Gawler celebrity, produced two German songs, which were well received. Dr. Nott recited in capital style "The Burial March of Dundee" . . .

"THE LATE MR. C. G. ROEDIGER", South Australian Register (27 September 1898), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article54401036

On Saturday morning, September 24, there passed away at his residence, Murray-street, Gawler, an old and interesting identity of that town in the person of Mr. Carl Gustav Roediger. The deceased gentleman arrived in South Australia with his mother, two brothers, and sisters in 1849, his father, the late Mr. J. G. Roediger, having preceded them by a year or so. After staying in Adelaide for a while Mr. C. G. Roediger and two brothers left for the Victorian gold fields, and were fairly successful in their search for the precious metal. On their return to South Australia they and their parents took up land at Buchsfelde on the Gawler River, and began farming operations. After four or five years of agricultural life Mr. C. G. Roedicer decided to enter into commercial pursuits. Joining the late Mr. Liebmann, he carried on the business of wheatbuying in Gawler, and subsequently that of storekeeping. He was possessed of exceptional shrewdness and accuracy of foresight, and was moreover enterprising and energetic. Business prospered, and the deceased gentleman added to his other undertakings that of pastoral occupation. A series of dry seasons brought disaster, and the losses of Mr. Roediger were heavy. Latterly he had carried on the business of hay and chaff merchant . . . Thoroughly straightforward and honourable, he commanded the respect of all who were associated with him. Mr. Roediger possessed musical gifts of no mean order, and when a boy was in great demand as a singer in his native city in Germany . . . The remains were conveyed to Buchsfelde, and interred in the burying-ground of St. Paul's, which Church his late brother, the Rev. Julius Roediger, presided over for so many years . . . The deceased gentleman had attained the age of sixty-six years.

"THE LATE MR. C. G. ROEDIGER", Bunyip (30 September 1898), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article97579542 

. . . The late gentleman was a native of Germany, and in his youthful days his capabilities as a singer narrowly escaped leading him to the adoption of a professional career. His parents, however, were not altogether in favor, of this course, and a little later the family came to Australia. Mr. C. G. Roediger arrived in South Australia with his mother, sisters, and two brothers on October 17, 1850 [sic]. After staying in Adelaide for a time Mr. Roediger and his two brothers went to the Victorian diggings . . . The deceased gentleman, who had reached the age of 66, leaves two brothers (Mr. Edward Roediger of Adelaide, and Mr. Hermann Roediger of Buchsfelde) and two sisters (Mrs. Kneese of Kent Town and Mrs. Lellman of Adelaide.) Another sister (the late Mrs. G. Schwann) died about three years. The eldest brother (the late Rev. J. Roediger) died in November last.

Musical works:

Huzzah for Prince Alfred, huzzah, welcome song, words by G. Nott, music by C. G. Roediger (Adelaide: W. C. Rigby, [1867])

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/34874173 

https://digital.sl.nsw.gov.au/delivery/DeliveryManagerServlet?embedded=true&toolbar=false&dps_pid=IE3748995 (DIGITISED)

ASSOCIATIONS: George Nott (1820-1872)

ROGERS, Edwin John (Edwin John ROGERS)

Musical memorialist, singer, bell-ringer (mayor of Hobart 1926-27)

Born Hobart, TAS, 18 September 1858; son of Richard John ROGERS and Anna Maria COLBECK
Married Ada Alice BELBIN, Hobart, TAS, 9 April 1884
Died Hobart, TAS, 23 February 1951, aged 92

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-R-2.php#ROGERS-Edwin-John (shareable link to this entry)

ROGERS, Ada Alice (Miss BELBIN)

Pianist

Born Hobart, TAS, 18 October 1862; daughter of William BELBIN and Rebecca DOWDELL
Married Edwin John ROGERS, Hobart, TAS, 9 April 1884
Died Sandy Bay, TAS, 14 December 1945, aged 83

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-R-2.php#ROGERS-Ada-BELBIN (shareable link to this entry)

THIS ENTRY IS A STUB ON PERSONNEL FIRST ACTIVE IN AUSTRALIA AFTER 1860

Documentation:

[Advertisement], The Mercury (9 November 1878), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article8970124

"THE ORPHEUS CLUB CONCERT", The Mercury (18 November 1879), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article8983443

"MUSIC AND MUSICIANS Alderman E. J. Rogers A Chat About Old Times", The Mercury (28 August 1929), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article24284290

The young folks of to-day fail to understand that in earlier days people in Hobart enjoyed the same productions as Melbourne and Sydney, because of the direct connection which then existed between the mainland, Tasmania, and New Zealand. We had a weekly service from Melbourne by way of Hobart to New Zealand, and also a steamer the other way about. It followed from this that all the noted operatic and theatrical artists who were travelling between Melbourne and New Zealand called at Hobart, and stayed a week or a fortnight. We had all Lyster's grand operas with magnificent Italian companies . . . I first saw [Armes] Beaumont with Alice May in a whole series of English operas, such as "Maritana" and "The Bohemian Girl". Simonsen's Opera Company came here. He was a magnificent violinist and his wife was one of the finest sopranos ever heard on the Australian stage. She was well over 50 years old, and yet would play a girl's part quite charmingly . . . Other visiting companies were the Grace Plaister Opera Company, the Emily Melville Opera Company, the German Opera Company, with "Tannhauser" and "Lohengrin", and the Gonsalez Italian Opera Company, the last to come. Amy Sherwin made her first appearance as an operatic singer in a little opera that used to be produced by the late W. Russell, "Zillah". It was given at Delsarte's Rooms, later called the Tasmanian Hall, and now the home of the Royal Yacht Club. She then decided to go on the stage, and joined Lyster's Opera Company . . . Lempriere Pringle, the famous bass, is another Tasmanian . . . He became Carl Rosa's leading bass, and one of the finest Mephistopheles on the stage. At one time he sang with the Hobart Orpheus Club . . .

Turning to players of Instruments, Mr. Rogers recalled such artists as Sir Charles Halle, the pianist, his wife, the violinist [Wilma Neruda], and Levy, the great cornetist, and W. H. Jude, organist and composer. Speaking of Herr Schott, the German musician who came to Hobart to organise the Artillery Garrison Band, Mr. Rogers said that he was one of the finest all-round musicians that ever came to Tasmania. He could pick up the instrument of almost any player and show him what to do. He was the finest oboist in Australia, and conducted the Orchestral Union almost until his dying day. He never had a failure in all that he produced. Outstanding members were the Misses Barclay, Hunt, Foster, Hogg, Henry, Reichenberg (the organist), Mrs. E. J. Rogers, formerly Miss Belbin (the pianist), and Mr. James Dear. Mr. Rogers was one of the founders of the Hobart Orpheus Club, and is now the president, but aside from his work as a singer in this and other bodies and in private life, with the help of Mrs. Rogers, a born musician, he had as manager of the Theatre Royal for 20 years . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Armes Beaumont (vocalist); Amy Sherwin (vocalist); William Wilkins Russell (musician); James Arthur Schott (musician)

"GOLDEN WEDDING", Examiner (9 April 1934), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article51864082

"ENGLISH BELLRINGERS ANNIVERSARY AT HOBART", Examiner (16 September 1937), 7

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article52160299

"DEATHS", The Mercury (15 December 1945), 21

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article26143636

"MR. E. J. ROGERS' DEATH ENDS LONG CAREER", The Mercury (26 February 1951), 19

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article27023202

"Funeral of Prominent Hobart Businessman", The Mercury (27 February 1951), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article27021133

ROGERS, Emma = Mrs. George Herbert ROGERS

ROGERS, Fannie (Fannie ROGERS; Mrs. Ishmael ROGERS)

Music teacher, pianist

Arrived Fremantle, WA, 1887
Died Sutton, Surrey, England, 15 December 1920, aged 79 years

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THIS ENTRY IS A STUB ON PERSONNEL FIRST ACTIVE IN AUSTRALIA AFTER 1860

Documentation:

"DEATHS", Western Mail (23 December 1920), 19

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article37474898

"OLD TIME MEMORIES", Western Mail (30 December 1920), 30

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article37475198

The news of the death of Mrs. Ishmael Rogers, which occurred at the family home near London, a few days ago, at the age of 79, will be received with widespread regret by her many friends in Western Australia. Mr. and Mrs. Rogers, with their family, arrived at Fremantle by the steamer Australind's first voyage from London, among their fellow passengers being Mr. and Mrs. John Hurst and family, one of whom is Lady Hobbs. Sir Talbot also came by the same vessel. Mr. and Mrs. Rogers resided at Claremont, where Mrs. Rogers controlled a musical academy in which many of Western Australia's matrons of to-day received their early training upon the pianoforte. Among the late Mr. and Mrs. Rogers's surviving family circle are Mrs. Henry Trigg, of Henley Beach, near Adelaide, Mrs. Moody, of Osborne, and Mrs. Bernard Gidley, of North Perth.

ROGERS, George Herbert (George Herbert ROGERS; G. H. ROGERS; Mr. ROGERS)

Actor, vocalist, comic vocalist, musician, ophicleide player

Born St. Albans, England, 11 July 1820; baptised 29 October 1820; son of Thomas ROGERS (d. 1820) and Emma CONDER
Enlisted 51st Regiment, Chatham, Kent, 5 September 1838
Arrived (with detachment of regiment) Hobart Town, VDL (TAS), ? early 1839
Discharged 51st Regiment, Hobart Town, VDL (TAS), 30 November 1840
Married (1) Emma YOUNG, St. David's, Hobart Town, VDL (TAS), 2 March 1844
Married (2) Anne MEHAN, NSW, 1863
Died Fitzroy, Melbourne, 13 February 1872, aged "54"

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http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/George_Herbert_Rogers (Wikipedia)

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ROGERS, Emma (Emma YOUNG; Miss YOUNG; Mrs. George Herbert ROGERS; Mrs. G. H. ROGERS; Mrs. ROGERS)

Dancer, vocalist, actor

Born Devonport, England, 1815; baptised St. Andrew, Plymouth, 15 October 1815, daugher of James YOUNG and Isabella Marshall FRISBY
Arrived Hobart Town, VDL (TAS), 28 January 1842 (per Sydney, from the Downs, 3 October 1841)
Married George Herbert ROGERS, St. David's, Hobart Town, VDL (TAS), 2 March 1844
Died Coogee, NSW, 15 October 1862, aged 47

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Summary:

George Rogers to 1844:

George Herbert Rogers was born in St. Peter's-street, St. Alban's, Hertfordshire, on 11 July 1820, the only child of Thomas Rogers by his second wife, Emma Conder. His father, a surgeon, died only a fortnight later, and in 1829 his mother married Joseph Ravenscroft Elsey, a Bank of England official. Their only son, George's half-brother, was the surgeon, explorer, and naturalist Joseph Ravenscroft Elsey (the younger). The Congregational minister and writer, Henry Rogers, was his half brother by his father's first marriage.

According to his own later account, he left home as the result a family dispute. At Chatham, Kent, on 5 September 1838, aged 18, he enlisted as a soldier in 51st Regiment, bound for Australia. The regimental headquarters having already sailed for Sydney, NSW, en route to Hobart, he followed in a later detachment, probably direct to Hobart, arriving sometime early in 1839. Though only ever appearing in the paylists as a private, he may well have been promoted to corporal around the time of his discharge, which he purchased, after 2 years' service, for the sum of £20, at Hobart on 30 November 1840.

Having, according to later reports, participated in garrison theatrical performances while still in the regiment (probably those reported in winter 1840) he may well have immediately joined Anne Clarke's company at the Royal Victoria Theatre for summer season. However, Clarke having meanwhile sailed for England to recruit new talent, his name only first appeared on a theatrical bill towards the end of the winter season under Feltham Watson's management, when, on 30 June 1841, he played Johnnie Howie in Barrymore's Gilderoy; or, The bonnie boy. A week later, at Charles Jones's benefit, he was billed to sing a comic song, and when he took his own first benefit on 22 July, his former commanding officer, William Elliott, and the officers of the regiment, paid him the double honor of attending the theatre, and allowing him the services of the regimental band.

With comic songs one of his specialities, Rogers continued with Hobart company (now under the joint management of Watson and Samson Cameron) into 1842, and then, when they transferred for almost a year from May 1842, at the Olympic Theatre in Launceston. It wasn't until the autumn of 1843 that he finally joined Anne Clarke's Hobart company, first billed to sing the comic song, The beautiful boy, "in character", between the pieces, on 29 March.

Emma Young to 1844:

The actors James Young (c. 1787-c. 1851) and Isabella Marshall Frisby (1788-1849) were married at St. Leonard's, Deal, Kent, on 23 June 1810. Emma Young, their second surviving child, was born at Plymouth in 1815. Two of her younger siblings would also have theatrical careers in Australia, Charles Young, born in 1823, and Fanny Young, born in 1835. Having been recruited in London for the Hobart Theatre by Anne Clarke, Emma arrived in Hobart Town on board the Sydney on 28 January 1842, with Clarke and the other new recruits, members of the Howson family, the vocalist and actor Theodosia Stirling, and the dancer Gerome Carandini.

George Herbert Rogers, Melbourne, c. 1870

Documentation:

Baptisms solemnized in the parish of Saint Andrew in Plymo'h in the County of Devon in the year 1815; Devon Archives

[1815 October] 15 / Emma da. of / James [and] Isabella Marshall / Young / Plymo'h / Comedian / . . .

Copy of a register of baptisms kept by Rev'd Mr. Phillips of Harponden; registers, Spier Street Independent chapel, St. Albans, Hertfordshire, 1796-1837, fol. 25; UK National Archives

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/2972/images/40612_B0147914-00027 (PAYWALL)

104 - George Herbert Rogers, Son of Thomas and Emma Rogers, of the Parish of St. Peter's, St. Albans, Herts., was born July 11, 1820, and baptized October 29, 1820, by me G. Browne

"DIED", Sun [London] (27 July 1820), 4

https://www.britishnewspaperarchive.co.uk/viewer/bl/0002194/18200727/024/0004 (PAYWALL)

On the 25th inst., at his house, in St. Peter's street, St. Alban's, Thomas Rogers, Esq., surgeon.

PAY-LIST of the 51st or King's Own Regiment of Light Infantry, from the 1st of July to the 30th of September 1838; (Australian Joint Copying Project, from Records of the UK War Office)

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-1649446958 

RECRUITS who have joined during the Quarter . . .
1234 / Duly Abraham P. / Enlisted by special [?] / No Bounty / [Enlisted] [1838] 12 July / Chatham . . .
- / Rogers Geo. H. / [From] 5 September [1838] / Enlisted at Chatham 5 Sept. / . . .

Australia (? by early 1839):

Paylist of the 51st Regiment, 30 April to 30 June 1840; Australian Joint Copying Project, from Records of the UK War Office

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-1649848533/view (DIGITISED)

[Privates] . . . 1271 / Rogers / Geo. Herbert / 30 April to 30 June [1840] / Reg't Duty . . .

Paylist of the 51st Regiment, 1 October to 31 December 1840; Australian Joint Copying Project, from Records of the UK War Office

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-1649943351 (DIGITISED)

[Privates] . . . 1271 / Rogers / George Herbert / [1 October to] 30 November [1840] / £ 20 per [?] / Reg't duty / Discharged 30 November paying £ 20 / . . .

[Advertisement], Colonial Times (29 June 1841), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article8751828 

ROYAL VICTORIA THEATRE . . . WEDNESDAY NEXT, the 30th instant . . .
the celebrated Scottish melodrama, in two acts, entitled GILDEROY, OR THE BONNIE BOY . . .
Gilderoy - Mr. Thomson; Walter Logan - Mr. Chapman; Andrew Cloutem - Mr. Harrold;
Bailie McNabem . Mr. Searle; Stephen Hearthard - Mr. F. B. Watson . . .;
Johnnie Howie - Mr. Rogers; Charlie - Mrs. Harrold; Dick - Master Earle; Jessie Logan - Mrs. G. Thompson . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Mr. and Mrs. Harrold (actors, vocalists); Feltham Bold Watson (actor); Martha Thomson (actor)

[Advertisement], The Courier (2 July 1841), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2956070 

ROYAL VICTORIA THEATRE . . . For the BENEFIT of Mr. C. JONES . . .
MONDAY EVENING NEXT . . . a Comic Duet by Mrs. Harrold and Mr. C. Jones; Comic Song, Mr. Rogers . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Charles Edward Jones (actor, vocalist)

"THE THEATRE", The Courier (16 July 1841), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2955989 

. . . We perceive by advertisement in another portion of our paper, that Colonel Elliott and the Officers of the 51st Regiment intend again honouring the Theatre with their presence next Thursday evening, on the occasion of Mr. Rogers' Benefit, who was formerly a corporal in the 51st, and an amateur performer at the Barrack Theatre, but who has latterly obtained his discharge. Mrs. O'Flaherty will positively make her appearance, (for that night only,) and the Regimental Band has also been kindly permitted to attend.

[Advertisement], The Courier (16 July 1841), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2955988 

ROYAL VICTORIA THEATRE.
UNDER THE DISTINGUISHED PATRONAGE OF COLONEL ELLIOTT AND THE OFFICERS OF THE 51ST REGIMENT,
GREAT ATTRACTION. MRS. O'FLAHERTY, (late Miss Winstanley) from the Theatre Royal, Sydney,
will make her first appearance on THURSDAY NEXT, 22d July, 1841.
MR. G. H. ROGERS begs to inform his friends and the public generally,
that his BENEFIT is fixed for the above Evening, when he respectfully solicits their kind patronage and support.
Opening Overture, "Cheval de Bronze," Regimental Band.
The Evening's Entertainment will commence with the Romantic Drama, in Two Acts, of ZARAH. Zarah, Mrs. O'Flaherty.
After which, a variety of Singing and Dancing.
The whole to conclude with (for the first time this season) the admired Vaudeville of THE SENTINEL. Linda, Mrs. O'Flaherty . . .
F. B. WATSON, Manager.

ASSOCIATIONS: Eliza Winstanley O'Flaherty (actor)

[Advertisement], Colonial Times (20 July 1841), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article8751899 

ROYAL VICTORIA THEATRE . . . THURSDAY, JULY 22 . . .
MR. G. H. ROGERS (late of the Regimental Theatre) begs to inform his Friends and the Public generally,
that his BENEFIT is fixed for the above Evening . . .
Overture, "Tam o'shanter," and a variety of National and other Airs, Regimental Band . . .
Song, "Some Love to Roam," Mr. Thomas. Hornpipe, A Gentleman Amateur.
Comic Duet, "Provincial Engagements," Mr. Watson & Mr. Rogers . . .

"SHIPPING INTELLIGENCE . . . Arrivals", The Courier (28 January 1842), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2954943 

28 - the Sydney, from London, last from the Downs on the 3rd October - passengers . . . Mr. and Mrs. Clark and child . . . J. Carandini, F. Howser [sic], wife, and child, Henry and John Howser [sic], S. Macintosh and child, Emma Young.

ASSOCIATIONS: Anne and Michael Clarke (theatrical managers); Gerome Carandini (dancer); Frank Howson (actor, vocalist); Emma Howson (dancer); Henry Howson (musician); John Howson (actor, vocalist); Theodosia Macintosh (Mrs. Stirling, actor, vocalist, later Mrs. Guerin)

[Advertisement], The Courier (18 February 1842), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2954817

MUSICAL ENTERTAINMENT, TUESDAY, February 22, 1842, at the ARGYLE ROOMS, Liverpool Street.
Mrs. CLARKE bogs most respectfully to acquaint her friends and the public, that, in consequence of having been disappointed in obtaining the Theatre in Campbell-street, she has taken the above Rooms, which she purposes fitting up as a THEATRE as soon as possible; and, meanwhile, intends to give twice a-week a Theatrical Olio and Musical Mélange . . .
PROGRAMME. PART I . . . Song - "The Lass o' Gowrie," - Miss Young . . .
the celebrated DOUBLE HORNPIPE from the Ballet of "Nina," by Miss Young and Mrs. F. Howson.
PART II. The whole of LOCKE'S celebrated MUSIC TO "MACBETH" . . . Fourth Witch - Miss Young . . .
To conclude with (for the first time in this Colony) the celebrated MAZURKA, from the Ballet of "Beniowski," as danced at the Italian Opera House, London. - Miss Young, Mrs. F. Howson, and Signor Carandini . . .

"THE ALBERT THEATRE", The Courier (18 March 1842), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2954678

. . . This place of amusement has, during the last week, met with its usual support . . . The Pas de Trois, composed by Signor Carandini, and danced by him with Mrs. Howson and Miss Young, is a composition rather intended for grace of posture than any aim at character, and certainly in the former full justice was done to the intention, and reflected great credit on the performers . . .

"THE THEATRE", The True Colonist Van Diemen's Land Political Despatch . . . (7 October 1842), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article202419837 

. . . Miss Young's benefit is this evening, we hope she will have a bumper house, for she is a most deserving young woman, and a most industrious and useful actress . . . We believe Miss Young, although a very agreeable singer, and a splendid dancer, does not profess to teach music, and Mrs. Clarke has too much to do otherwise.

[Advertisement], The Courier (20 January 1843), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2953269

"THE THEATRE", Colonial Times (7 February 1843), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article8753313

The exertions of Mrs. Clarke, in catering for the amusement of the public, appear now to be better appreciated, if we may judge from the respectability and number of the Audience last evening, and the manner in which the various pieces were performed must ensure a continuance of this patronage. We have not room for particulars, but will remark in passing, that a little more animation would have considerably improved Miss Young in "Why don't she marry," - and we have no doubt this will be the case on a repetition of the piece, which is extremely amusing. The appearance of Mrs. Howson and Miss Young, in the Sylphide, was quite enchanting, and their dancing admirable . . .

[Advertisement], Colonial Times (28 March 1843), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article8753450 

VICTORIA THEATRE, CAMPBELL STREET. WEDNESDAY, MARCH 29 . . .
a Drama, in Three Acts, by J. B. Buckstone, Esq., entitled
THE DREAM, AT SEA; Or, THE WRECKER'S HAUNT.
After which, the celebrated TARENTELLA, by Mrs. F. Howson and Signor Carandini.
Comic Song (in character,) "The Beautiful Boy," by Mr. Rogers . . .

[Advertisement], The Courier (31 March 1843), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2952941 

ROYAL VICTORIA THEATRE . . . ON MONDAY, APRIL 3 . . .
a FURLANA, by Miss Young and Signor Carandini.
Comic Song, "The Gravesend Steamer," Mr. Rogers.
Comic Duet, (in character,) Miss Young and Mr. F. Howson . . .

"THE THEATRE", The Courier (1 September 1843), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2952217

The Victoria will be opened on Monday evening next for the general benefit of the ladies and gentlemen belonging to that establishment. On this occasion Mrs. Bushelle, who is desirous of making a return to the corps dramatique for their services on a former occasion, and also is about to depart hence for Sydney, will make her farewell appearance. The evening's performances are to commence with a Miscellaneous Musical Melange, in which several favourite songs, ballads, and duets will be given. This petite concert will be followed by a Pas de Deux, by Mrs. Howson and Signor Carandini; and the Guaracha Dance, from the Opera of Massaniello, by Miss Young Mrs. Howson, and the Signor.

ASSOCIATIONS: Eliza Bushelle (vocalist)

"THE THEATRE", The Courier (5 January 1844), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2951625 

On Wednesday evening, agreeably to announcement, Captain Blackwood and the Officers of H.M.S. Fly patronised the Theatre . . . The first piece was "The Mountaineers," in which Mr. Nesbitt played Octavian in very good style. The Double Naval Hornpipe, by Miss Young and her brother, was very prettily danced and rapturously encored . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Francis Nesbitt (actor); Charles Young (brother, dancer, vocalist, actor)

Marriages in the district of Hobart, 1844; Tasmanian names index; NAME_INDEXES:831162; RGD37/1/3 no 1169

https://stors.tas.gov.au/NI/831161 

https://stors.tas.gov.au/RGD37-1-3$init=RGD37-1-3P297 (DIGITISED)

1169 / 2nd March / George Herbert Rogers / 24 / Writer [sic] / [Bachelor] . . .
Emma Young / 28 / Spinster / were married in the Parish Church . . . [by] P. Palmer . . . in the presence of Theodosia Stirling and Charles Young

ASSOCIATIONS: Philip Palmer (clergyman); Theodosia Stirling (actor, vocalist); Charles Young (actor, Emma's brother)

[2 advertisements], The Austral-Asiatic Review, Tasmanian and Australian Advertiser (8 March 1844), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article232482425 

Royal Victoria THEATRE . . . MR. LEE'S BENEFIT, Monday 11th MARCH . . .
AN ENTIRE NEW INDIAN DANCE, By Mrs. Rogers (late Miss Young), Messrs. Lee, Young, Stubbs, and Wilks . . .
To conclude with (first time) and entire new COMIC PANTOMIME . . . HARLEQUIN; AND THE FAIRY OF THE SILVER STAR . . .
Princess Pe-ke (afterwards Columbine) - MRS. ROGERS . . .

ORATORIO at ST. JOSEPH'S CHURCH, MACQUARIE STREET,
ON WEDNESDAY, THE 13th INSTANT . . . FOR THE BENEFIT of Mons. and Madame Gautrot,
assisted by the principal musical talent of Hobart Town, who have charitably come forward on this occasion gratuitously.
Colonel Elliott has kindly offered the assistance of the Band . . .
PROGRAMME: PART I . . ."The Hymn of Eve" - Mrs. Rogers . . .
PART II . . . "Sound an alarm" - Mrs. Rogers . . .
LEADERS - MR. LEFFLER & MONSIEUR GAUTROT . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: John Herman Selwyn Lee (actor); Joseph Gautot (violinist) and wife (vocalist); Edmund Leffler (violinist)

"THE THEATRE", Colonial Times (24 September 1844), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article8755318

To those persons who are fond of a good opera, well performed, our Theatre last night presented a high treat, Bellini's Somnambula being represented in a style which would have done infinite credit to even the English Opera House . . . Mrs. Rogers as Lisa, gave the air, "Sounds so joyful," with great spirit and fine expression - indeed this latter quality is very conspicuous in this lady's singing, and it is a quality, in our opinion, of great merit . . .

[Advertisement], Port Phillip Gazette [Melbourne, NSW (VIC)] (19 July 1845), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article224809697 

Queen's Theatre Royal . . . FOR THE BENEFIT OF MRS. CAMERON,
Who . . . is happy to announce that the has entered into arrangements with MR. COPPIN and the LAUNCESTON COMPANY to perform upon this occasion. Tuesday Evening, July 22.
The entertainments will commence with Sheridan's celebrated Comedy, THE RIVALS . . .
END OF THE PLAY - Grand pas Seul - Mrs. Young
Song - "Lass o'Gowrie" - Mrs. Rogers
Comic Song - "Regent Street" - Mr. Rogers . . .
Comic Medley Duet - Mr. and Mrs. Rogers
Double Highland Fling - Mr. and Mrs. Young
Song - "Swiss Toy Girl" - Mrs. Cameron . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: George Coppin (actor, manager); Cordelia Cameron (actor, vocalist); Jane Young (dancer)

"THINGS THEATRICAL", The Melbourne Courier (24 December 1845), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article226363634 

We observe it stated in the Sydney papers received by yesterday 's overland mail, that Mr. and Mrs. Rogers of the Melbourne Theatre were engaged for the coming season at the Sydney Victoria. We apprehend that this is a mistake, Mr. and Mrs. Rogers are engaged for the season here . . .

"THE DRAMA", Bell's Life in Sydney and Sporting Reviewer (8 January 1848), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article59765078 

THE company at the Victoria have at length received an accession in the persons of MR. and MRS. ROGERS, lately arrived from Hobart Town. The gentleman made a most successful debut on Monday evening, as Sir Abel Handy, in Morton's admirable comedy of SPEED THE PLOUGH . . . Mrs. ROGERS will make her first appearance on Monday evening in the character of Biddy Nutts, in Buckstone's drama of THE DREAM AT SEA, and we doubt not but she will meet with a cordial reception, as rumour speaks highly of her professional talents and acquirements.

"MR. JOHN HOWSON'S BENEFIT", The Australian [Sydney, NSW] (31 March 1848), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article37129449 

We have much pleasure in reminding our readers of the attractive affiche put forth by Mr. John Howson for Monday evening next . . . Loder's classical Opera of the Night Dancers . . . will be produced . . . and with the additional aid of Mr. and Mrs. Rogers, who are now included in the cast . . . and Mr. Rogers will sing the buffo song of "Manager Strut" . . .

[Advertisement], The Sentinel (6 April 1848), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article226465084 

ROYAL VICTORIA THEATRE. THURSDAY EVENING, APRIL 6th, 1848;
MR. & MRS. ROGERS, IN announcing their FIRST BENEFIT to the Public of Sydney and its vicinity, rely with confidence on receiving a liberal share of patronage and support.
First night of the highly interesting Drama of GIL BLAS. -
Grand Pas de Deux. Mrs. Rogers and Signor Carandini.- And a great variety of Novel Entertainments . . .
Song, "The Lass O' Gowrie," Mrs. Rogers.
Medley - Pas Seul, England, Scotland, Ireland, and Wales, Mrs. Torning.
Comic Duet, (first time) by Barnet, "Sol Fa," Singing; Lesson, Mr. and Mrs. Rogers.
Celebrated [REDACTED] Medley, as sung by Mrs. Keeley, in the "Magic Horn," "Sun do down, up come de Moon," Mrs. Gibbs.
Comic Song, Mr. Rogers.
Grand Pas de Deux, first time, Mrs. Rogers and Signor Carandini . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Eliza Torning (dancer); Eliza Gibbs (vocalist, actor)

[Advertisement], Bell's Life in Sydney (22 March 1851), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article59772238

Royal Victoria Theatre, MONDAY 24th MARCH. FOR THE BENEFIT OF MR. ROGERS.
Comic Song (first time). Country Fair, introducing the Cries of Sydney, with a great variety of other novel entertainments . . .
Duet, "Two Forest Nymphs," (first time.) Mrs. Guerin and Mrs. Rogers . . .
Comic Song, " Country Fair," Mr. Rogers, in which he will attempt imitations of the most well-known Sydney Cries! . . .

"THE DRAMA. THE BENEFIT SEASON", Bell's Life in Sydney (29 March 1851), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article59772256

Mr. Rogers, we are glad to find, despite the threatening aspect of the evening, received the greetings of a well-filled and fashionable house on Monday. The performances were more than usually varied, and elicited cordial approval. The "Cries of Sydney," introduced by Mr. Rogers in a comic song, were inimitably faithful, and were unanimously encored . . .

"Royal Victoria Theatre", Bell's Life in Sydney (12 April 1851), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article59772350

This Evening . . . Comic Song, "Sydney Cries." Mr. Rogers . . .

"VICTORIA . . . THEATRE ROYAL [MELBOURNE]", The Tasmanian Daily News (12 October 1855), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article203387421 

. . . Mr. G. H. Rogers executed a fantasie upon the ophicleide a la John Parry, and went mad a la King Lear . . .

"DEATHS", Empire (17 October 1862), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article60517732

ROGERS - On the 15th October, at Coogee, after a long and painful illness, Emma, the beloved wife of Mr. George Rogers, of the Victoria Theatre, aged 47 years. Melbourne papers please copy.

:OBITUARY", Bell's Life in Sydney and Sporting Chronicle (18 October 1862), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article59791982 

It is our mournful duty to announce the decease on Wednesday last, at her residence, Coogee, of Mrs. G. H. Rogers, after a long and painful illness. This estimable lady will long live in the memory of her friends, as having materially contributed towards the advancement of the drama in the colonies, and we most deeply sympathise with her bereaved husband and family. The funeral took place at Randwick yesterday morning, and was attended by almost every member of the profession, independently of Mr. Rogers's numerous personal friends.

"DEATH OF MR. G. H. ROGERS", The Herald [Melbourne, VIC] (13 February 1872), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article245694955 

We regret to announce the death of this very, genial and popular comedian, at his residence, 46 Napier-street, Fitzroy, last night, somewhat suddenly. For a long time past the health of Mr. Rogers had been failing. He suffered greatly from gout, and his whole system was so shaken by the severity of the pains he endured that his rapidly decaying condition was painfully noticeable. His illness culminated in a fit of great severity yesterday, from which he never recovered. Mr. Rogers was the son [sic, brother] of an English clergyman, and was liberally educated; but preferring a roving life to one of study, he gained a regiment of the line - the 51st, we believe - when very young, and with his regiment arrived in Hobart Town some thirty years ago. He had never been within the walls of a theatre in England, but while in the regiment his natural talents as a comedian displayed themselves, and he played a prominent part in the garrison theatricals of the day. The lessee of the theatre of Hobart Town at that time was Mrs. Clarke, an enterprising and popular manageress. She availed herself of Rogers' talents from time to time, and at last he was bought out of the regiment by a subscription raised for the purpose, and then joined Mrs. Clarke's company. Soon afterwards he was seen by Mr. George Coppin, who was not slow in recognising his abilities, and by whom Rogers was engaged for the Adelaide [sic, Melbourne] theatre. Since then his professional life has been passed on the colonial boards, on which he was one of the best "old men" the colonies have ever possessed. His professional teaching came entirely by imitation, but it raised him to a rank that would not have discredited the English stage in its best day. It is needless to recount his favorite characters, or those in which the public most liked to see him, for those would be much too numerous to recount. The deceased may be said to have died in harness, for he played the small but important part of the banker in "Snare" until within the last two or three nights. He leaves a widow and a family of several children, some "men and women grown," but some still young. The funeral takes place from the residence of the deceased to-morrow at 3 o'clock p.m.

"THE LATE MR. G. H. ROGERS", The Age [Melbourne, VIC] (14 February 1872), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article197448413 

. . . Mr. Rogers was a clergyman's son, and the brother of Professor Rogers, of Birmingham, author of the Eclipse of Faith. He received a good education, but he chose to enlist, while very young, as a soldier, and came out as such to Hobart Town about thirty years ago. He never was in a theatre until he arrived there; but accident disclosed his comic powers, and he speedily became the here of the garrison theatricals. From a private he advanced to the rank of corporal. It is said that once, when engaged with his rank and file in superintending some convicts, the Governor, Sir John Franklin, caught him reciting to the soldiers and prisoners as his audience. Of course this style of thing would never do, but Rogers appears to have got lightly over the scrape. A subscription was afterwards raised, by means of which, his friends bought him out of the regiment, and he became a professional, joining the company at the theatre in Hobart Town. Mr. Coppin saw him perform, and, being at once struck by him talent, engaged him to appear in Adelaide [sic, Melbourne], which he did, and subsequently in Victoria. Since then he has passed his time chiefly in Melbourne or Sydney. He has been twice married, and leaves a family. His first wife was a sister of Mrs. [sic, Mr.] Charles Young . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: John Franklin (governor)

[News], The Argus [Melbourne, VIC] (14 February 1872), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5859738 

Mr. G. H. Rogers, whose death at his private residence at an early hour yesterday morning we regret to have to announce, was one of the oldest and most honoured members of the theatrical profession in Australia. Mr. Rogers was the son [recte, stepson] of a cashier in the Bank of England. He was also connected by family ties with Josiah Conder, who may be remembered as one of the minor poets of the beginning of the century. While very young he quarrelled with his family, and joined the army in the capacity of a private soldier. About 30 years ago he came out to Tasmania with the 51st Regiment (Colonel Elliott), having risen to the rank of corporal. At this time his performances in some private theatricals attracted attention. It was soon discovered that he had high qualifications for the stage, and his friends purchased his discharge from the army in order that he might follow the bent of his genius. Mr. Rogers quickly displayed rare abilities as a comedian, and soon achieved a reputation which he never lost. At an early period of his theatrical career Mr. Coppin gave him an engagement in Adelaide [sic, Melbourne], and he subsequently played in nearly all the principal towns of Australia. He was always a favourite on the boards, and in what are termed the palmy days of the drama he was in the receipt of an enormous income. His friends many times urged him to go to London, being fully persuaded that he would have made his mark there, but family reasons prevented this plan from ever being put into execution. His greatest successes on the stage were in old English comedy and some of Charles Mathews's light pieces, in which he played the old men admirably. Sir Peter Teazle was a fine example of his best manner. In characters of this class he was unrivalled in these colonies. Mr. Roger was undoubtedly an actor of great original powers, and he may be called an Australian actor, for though he had reached manhood before touching these shores he was never inside a theatre in any other country. Subjected to the vicissitudes of theatrical life Mr. Rogers did not escape "the slings and arrows of outrageous fortune." They told upon him greatly, and he became prematurely old at an age when other men are in their prime. In private life he was a genial kind-hearted man, and gained the affection of all with whom he came in contact. His health had been very precarious for the last two years, but he was able to fill his engagements at the Theatre Royal until Friday night. The immediate cause of his death was the bursting of a blood vessel. Mr. Rogers has left six children, four of whom are grown up. One daughter is in India, and two of his sons hold very respectable positions, one in New South Wales and the other in Queensland. The funeral will take place this afternoon, the procession leaving the residence of the deceased, 46 Napier-street, Fitzroy, at 3 o'clock.

ASSOCIATIONS: Josiah Conder (author, poet, George's uncle, his mother's brother)

"MUMMER MEMOIRS. DEATH OF MRS. EMMA GRIFFITHS - EMMA ROGERS THAT WAS - GEORGE HERBERT ROGERS - COMEDIAN - A ROMANTIC HISTORY. No. 173 (By "Hayseed"), Sydney Sportsman (28 June 1911), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article168597555 

Obituary Notice. - Griffiths. - On 13th June, at Melbourne, Emma Isabella, relict of the late Minton Naylor Griffiths, daughter of the late George Herbert Rogers, comedian . . .

The father, George Herbert Rogers, in whose death the Australian stage lost one of its most brilliant ornaments, was one of but a few of his stamp who have appeared upon the colonial stage. In London he would have ranked with the elder Farren, who is said to have left no successor, and who died in 1861. Mr. Rogers was the son of a physician, whose widow married Major Elsey, of the Bank of England. His family was connected with that of Joseph Rogers [sic, Josiah Conder], whose name appears frequently in volumes of poetry, chiefly of a religious character, and also with the poet, Herbert Rogers, from whom he took his second name. As brothers, he had Professor Henry Rogers and John Rogers, and a half-brother, Dr. Elsey, of the Port Essington expedition. An unfortunate family squabble threw young Rogers from home, and in a wild moment he enlisted as a private soldier in the 51st Regiment, then stationed at Chatham. Before his friends could take steps to purchase his discharge - or effect a reconciliation, the regiment was ordered to Van Diemen's Land, and Mr. Rogers went with his company. Though repeatedly requested to return home, Sergeant Rogers, as he had become, steadily refused. He had not forgotten, and I believe never did forget, the domestic trouble that had driven him from home, and from the probabilities of a distinct position in the best circles in England.

In connection with private theatricals in Hobart Town, Mr. Rogers showed marked ability, even amongst the professionals with whom he frequently appeared. The colonel of the regiment, a patron of the drama, gave Mr. Rogers every latitude in following his hobby, and the lady lessee of the theatre attached to the Freemasons' Hotel in Harrington-street, Mrs. Clarke, was eager on all occasions to obtain his services. The colonel was a frequent visitor behind the scenes, and the fair lessee worked her point very adroitly. Though enlisted for 21 years - the then term of service - and though unwilling that the regiment should lose the services of so steady a man as Sergeant Rogers, the colonel admitted that there was nothing to prevent the sergeant buying himself out of the service, and Sergeant Rogers became Mr. Rogers, of the Theatre Royal, Hobart Town.

. . . Mr. Rogers married a sister of Charles Young, the eminent comedian, and at his death left a family of six - three sons and three daughters. Two of the latter adopted their father's profession, but did not continue on the stage. On her marriage, Emma retired from the profession. One of the sons, Mr. Horace Rogers, is the doyen of the literary staff of the "Sydney Morning Herald." Mr. G. H. Rogers died at Melbourne, February 13, 1872, the cause of death being the bursting of a blood vessel, his age being given as 53, which I think was under the mark. - The genial actor, good citizen, and staunch friend, was buried in the Melbourne General Cemetery, in close proximity to a number of players who had "crossed over" . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Joseph Ravenscroft Elsey (the younger, explorer, half-brother); Henry Rogers (clergyman author, half-brother)

Bibliography and resources (to 1950 only):

P. Mennell, The dictionary of Australasian biography, comprising notices of eminent colonists . . . (London: Hutchinson & Co, 1892), 395

https://books.google.com.au/books?id=vFsHAQAAIAAJ&pg=PA395 (DIGITSIED)

F. C. Brewer, The drama and music in New South Wales *Sydney: Charles Potter, 1892), 13, 16

https://archive.org/details/dramamusicinnews00brew/page/16/mode/2up (DIGITISED)

James Smith, The cyclopedia of Victoria . . . vol. 3 (Melbourne: The Cyclopedia Company, 1905), 2-3, 6

The romance of the Sydney stage by "Osric" [Alfred J. Crips and Humphrey Hall]; MS, c. 1911, National Library of Australia

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/21492116 

Published edition as The romance of the Sydney stage by Osric (Sydney: Currency Press in association with National Library of Australia, 1996), passim

"Rogers, George Herbert", Dictionary of Australian biography 2 (1949)

http://gutenberg.net.au/ebooks15/1500721h/0-dict-biogR.html#rogers1

"George Herbert Rogers", Wikipedia

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

ROGERS, John (John ROGERS)

Amateur musician, vocal leader, choral conductor

Born England, 1833; baptised Odiham, Hampshire, 23 October 1833; son of William ROGERS and Ann HOLLANDS
Arrived (1) Melbourne, VIC, 1853
Married Frances MERCER (1830-1872), St. Paul's church, Geelong, 17 April 1856
Departed Melbourne, VIC, after April 1856 (for England)
Arrived (2) Brisbane, QLD, 5 November 1864 (immigrant per Fiery Star, from Gravesend, 27 July)
Died Sydney, NSW, 22 March 1883, aged 49

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=John+Rogers+1833-1883 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-R-2.php#ROGERS-John (shareable link to this entry)

Documentation:

England census, 30 March 1851, parish of St. Helen's, City of London; UK National Archives, HO 107 / 1532

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/8860/images/MDXHO107_1531_1532-0587 (PAYWALL)

48 Bishopgate St. / Henry Hamer / Head / 28 / Tailor // Mary A. / Wife / 24
John Rogers / Lodger / 17 / Gen'l Clerk / [born] Hampshire Odiham

[Advertisement], Geelong Advertiser and Intelligencer (16 November 1853), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article86412949 

MASONIC HALL. GRAND MONSTER CONCERT.
On FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 18th, A GRAND CONCERT will be given at the above Hall, at which the following eminent Artists will assist:
Tenor - MR. DE COURCY.
Baritone - MR. ROGERS.
Baritone - MR. ALLAN.
Basso - MR. LENCH.
Comic - MR. LABERNE.
Pianist - MR. SWIFT.
This is one of those Entertainments which can only be appreciated when heard, and one to which the heads of families can take their children without fearing any outrage to propriety or decorum, and where they may enjoy an hour's amusement both profitable and select.
PROGRAMME - PART I.
Overture - Pianoforte - M. Swift.
Glee - Red Cross Knight - Messrs. De Courcy, Rogers & Lench.
Song - I woo'd thee, my love - Mr. De Courcy.
Sony - Far, far upon the sea - Mr. Rogers.
Comic Song - New Chum's Digging-Party - Mr. Laberne.
Trio - Jolly Red Nose - Messrs. Rogers, Allan, and Laberne.
Trio - In this old chair my father sat - Mr. Lench.
Scena - The Maniac (H. Russell) - Mr. Allan.
Comic Song - Betsy Baker - Mr. Laberne.
Song - Merry Maids of England - Mr. De Courcy.
Glee - Mynheer Vandunk - Messrs. De Courcy, Rogers, and Lench.
Interval of Ten Minutes.
PART II.
Quartette - See our oars with feather'd spray - Messrs. De Courcy, Rogers Lench, and Laberne.
Descriptive Scena - Man the life-boat (H. Russell) - Mr. Rogers.
Duet (Cornet) - Mr. Allan and Gentleman Amateur.
Song - I'd be a Gipsy - Mr. De Courcy.
Comic Song - Bill Stubbins, or the License Fee - Mr. Laberne.
Glee - Dame Durden - Messrs. De Courcy, Rogers, and Lench.
Song - Old Folks at Home - Mr. Allan.
Song - Gipsy Prince - Mr. Lench.
Song - A friend in distress - Mr. Rogers.
Comie Song (by desire) - The lively Flea - Mr. Laberne.
Finale - National Anthem - By the Company.
Tickets of admission, 3s. each. A few reserved seats.
Single tickets, 5s., double tickets, for a lady and gentleman, 8s.
Concert to commence punctually at 9 o'clock.
Tickets may be obtained, either of Mr. Laberne, at the Queen's Head Hotel, or at Mr. Mercer's, Stationer, Moorabool-street, Market square.

ASSOCIATIONS: George Laberne (vocalist); David De Courcy Lawson (vocalist); Mr. Lench (vocalist); Mr. Swift (pianist); the Mr. Allan was probably not, but may have been George Leavis Allan

"THE CHRISTMAS CONCERTS AT THE CIRCUS", Geelong Advertiser and Intelligencer (30 December 1853), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article86415719 

The promenade concerts at the Olympic appear to suit the taste of our fellow-townsmen better than any of the musical entertainments that have hitherto been prepared for their recreation. On Monday last, the number of the audience must have been sufficiently large to encourage the talented artistes to give us more than one repetition of their performances, although we heard some express their disappointment at finding they were not to witness the surprising equestrian feats of Mr. Noble, and his justly celebrated troupe; and this may account forn somewhat thinner attendance on Wednesday last. The various performers acquitted themselves much to our satisfaction. Of Mrs. Hancock's singing it would be superfluous for us to give any opinion, as she has long ago taken her place as one of the brightest ornaments of the concert-rooms of Victoria. Perhaps we may, however, remark that her quiet and tasteful style reminds us more of an accomplished lady, presiding at her drawing room piano, than of one striving to gain the popular ear. Mr. Laberne has not appeared so frequently amongst us; but we have still been able to remark that he is possessed of talents of no mean order, and we venture to say that his popularity as a buffo singer, will increase when he has become better known to us. The applause which he elicited was hearty and unfeigned. Mr. Rogers has a good voice, and sings with spirit, but he does not appear quite able to modulate it sufficiently for a concert room. The canvass roof, however, had a softening effect upon his notes, that made them very agreeable, and the song of the "True-born Englishman" found an echo in every heart. Mr. Weston's solos on the violin were executed with precision and taste. We thought the fineness of his tone was not sufficiently appreciated, and considering the excellence of the orchestra, although small in numbers, it seemed a pity that he should have preferred a piano accompaniment. The solo on the cornet was far from good; but, on the whole, the concerts have gone off very well, and we can only add a wish that the denizens of Corio may for the future meet their entertainers half way, and out of the abundance they are enjoying, through the prosperity of the times, devote a portion to the support of that sublime art, of which we may say with the poet, "emollit mores, nec sinet esse feros."

ASSOCIATIONS: Mary Ellen Hancock (vocalist); John Weston (violin)

"THE GEELONG SACRED HARMONIC SOCIETY", Geelong Advertiser and Intelligencer (17 February 1855), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article91861808 

A society under this title has been in existence for some little time past, and the members meet for practice every Thursday evening, in the Independent Chapel, McKillop-street, under the direction of Mr. J. Rogers. The society at present numbers about fifty members, and on or visiting the chapel on Thursday evening, some twenty-five of the society were practising on violins, violincellos, flutes, &c., and singing sacred music. It afforded us great pleasure to perceive that the softer sex contribute their assistance towards attaining proficiency in religious harmony. Different portions of Handel's Oratoria of the Messiah, such as "For unto us a child is born;" "Glory to God in the Highest," and "O thou that tellest," were performed in a very creditable manner. We sincerely trust that a society which seeks to occupy the time of the young people of our town in such a laudable manner, may soon be able to boast of a large number of supporters.

ASSOCIATIONS: Geelong Sacred Harmonic Society

"THE GEELONG SACRED HARMONIC SOCIETY", Geelong Advertiser (24 February 1855), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article91862142

The usual weekly meeting of this class was held at the Independent Chapel, McKillop-street, Mr. J. Rogers acting as conductor. Some thirty members were present. Several choruses were performed in a manner that reflects much credit upon the class, considering the short time that it his been in existence. A chorus of "The Heavens are telling," from Haydn, was gone through for the first time, in which a lady, well known in the private musical circles of Geelong, rendered the treble part of the trio in a very neat manner. The second quarter of the class commenced on Thursday, thus affording that portion of the public who have a taste for sacred music an opportunity of becoming members. When it is borne in mind how desirable it is that the youth of both sexes in this colony should choose amusements of an elevating character, we sincerely trust that this class will be well suggested by the Geelong public.

"THE GEELONG SACRED HARMONIC SOCIETY", Geelong Advertiser (3 March 1855), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article91858882

The quarterly meeting of this Society was held at the Independent Chapel, McKillop-street, on Tuesday evening last, Mr. Jones in the chair. The Secretary, Mr. Waters, read the following report, together with a financial statement of the affairs of the Society.

THE REPORT OF THE COMMITTEE OF THE GEELONG SACRED HARMONIC SOCIETY, for the quarter ending February 22nd, 1855.

The committee have great pleasure in presenting this their first report to the members, and congratulate them on the present condition of the Society. The Society was first established in the year 1853, under the title of the Geelong Harmonic Society. It continued for some months in a very flattering position, but gradually the attendance decreased, when Mr. John Rogers, the then leader and our present conductor, (feeling the want of a musical society based on popular principles, and being desirous of seeing a taste for music more earnestly cultivated,) did suggest at a weekly meeting that the Harmonic Society resolve itself into a Sacred Harmonic Society, for the practice of sacred music only. The suggestion was immediately responded to by the ladies and gentlemen present. A committee, pro tem, was appointed to carry on a correspondence with the members of the society who were not present, and with others who were likely to become members. The committee then appointed the first meeting of the Geelong Sacred Harmonic Society to take place on the 23rd November, 1854, from which time the Society gradually increased; so much so that (the Scotch Schoolroom in which the weekly meetings were then held being found too limited) it was considered absolutely necessary to obtain a more commodious building to assemble in. The trustees of the Independent Chapel, McKillop-street, were then applied to, who very generously gave us permission to hold our weekly meetings in their chapel. The committee, during the past quarter, have had many difficulties to contend with, but, spite of those difficulties, and of any which may present themselves, they will not lax in their endeavours to forward the interests of the Society. The committee have the pleasure, also, in informing the members that several of the leading gentlemen of the town have become honorary members, among whom we may mention his Worship the Mayor. The Society now comprises upwards of 40 members.

FINANCIAL STATEMENT OF THE TREASURER OF THE GEELONG SACRED HARMONIC SOCIETY

Receipts to February 23rd, 1855 - Cash on hand from previous quarter, 11l. 10s 6d; Subscriptions from performing members, 18l 7s 6d; Subscriptions from honorary do,, 5l 5s 6d; Total receipts 35l 3s.
EXPENDITURE - Cash paid conductor's salary for quarter ending Nov 23rd, 1854, 10l; cash paid to Mr. Hunt, for copying and arranging music as per receipts, 6l 15s; cash paid for incidental expenses, 2l 7s 10d - 19l 2s 10d; balance on hand, 16l 0s 2d.

Mr. C. GREY moved and Mr. Moss seconded the motion, "That the report now read be adopted." The motion was carried. Some new members of the committee were then appointed, as also were some fresh members of the society, and the meeting then separated.

"CHORAL SOCIETY. To the Editor of the . . .", Geelong Advertiser (9 June 1855), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article91870636

Sir, - I regret being compelled to place my name in your valuable columns under the present circumstances, viz., to contradict a statement made by the Rev. Mr. Goodman, at the meeting, on Thursday evening, and which appeared in your columns of to-day, to the effect that "the late Christ Church Choir had disbanded itself for want of money." Now I, as conductor of that choir, cannot allow such an impression to remain on the minds of the public. The facts are these: the choir having sung at Christ Church for about nine months, made an application to the present minister, on his arrival, by a deputation, amongst other things, for a collection to be made once or twice a year, by way of encouragement, as is generally done in cases of amateur choirs at home, when the application was refused, as the church was then involved in debt, but promised that it should be reconsidered at Easter (about three months hence). In the meantime the choir, with the organist, requested that the trustees and minister should recognise their conductor, and not the organist, which was also refused, on the grounds that the organist, being the only paid member, was the only person they could possibly recognise; when Mr. Goodman suggested that the conductor should receive a salary, in order that such requisition might be complied with, which was not only refused by the trustees, but objected to by the majority of the choir, and in consequence of the refusal of such request the choir dissolved.
I beg to remain, your obedient servant,
JOHN ROGERS.

ASSOCIATIONS: Christ Church (Geelong)

[Advertisement], Geelong Advertiser (26 June 1855), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article91866295

GRAND CONCERT by the Geelong Sacred Harmonic Society, consisting of Fifty Performing Members,
in aid of the Funds of the GEELONG HOSPITAL, On THURSDAY, JUNE 29TH, 1855,
At the Independent Chapel, McKillop-street,
For which occasion the services of Mrs. Testar, have been secured, and Mr. Ewart, Mr. Kawerau, Herr Lundborg,
Herr Berry, and Mr. Thom have kindly volunteered to assist.
Principals - Mrs. Testar, Mr. Ewart, Mr. Kawerau.
Leader - Mr. Thom. Principal Clarionet - Herr Lundborg. Trombone and Bass Tuba - Herr Berry [sic, Berg].
Conductor - Mr. John Rogers. PROGRAMME: [part I, excerpts from Messiah, Handel; part 2, excerpts from The creation, Haydn]

ASSOCIATIONS: Elizabeth Testar (soprano vocalist); Thomas Ewart (tenor vocalist); Theodore Kawerau (bass vocalist); Bream Thom (violin, leader); John William Lundborg (clarinet); Charles Berg (trombone, tuba)

[Advertisement], Geelong Advertiser and Intelligencer (30 July 1855), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article91869524 

NOTICE. - GEELONG SACRED HARMONIC SOCIETY. -
An elementary singing class, in connection with the above Society, will be formed on TUESDAY evening next, at half-past seven o'clock, in the Scotch School-room, Yarra-street.
Persons desirous of joining are requested to attend.
Teacher, Mr. JOHN ROGERS, Conductor of the above Society.
WALTER M. HITCHCOCK, Hon. Sec.

Geelong Advertiser and Intelligencer (22 September 1855), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article91868360 

GRAND SACRED CONCERT. 70 Performers.
The members of the Geelong Sacred Harmonic Society respectfully announce they will give their second Grand Concert (in aid of the funds of the Society) in the McKILLOP-STREET CHAPEL, on THURSDAY, 27th instant, on which occasion they will perform (assisted by talented musicians from Melbourne), Haydn's magnificent Oratorio THE CREATION.
The services of MRS. TESTAR Have again been secured,
Mr. Ewart (member of the Melbourne Philharmonic Society),
Mr. Kawerau, and others have kindly volunteered their assistance on this occasion.
Conductor - Mr. J. Rogers. Leader - Mr. J. Gabb.
Great care has been taken to render the band and chorus thoroughly efficient, and it is confidently hoped that the public of Geelong will heartily support the Society's endeavours in providing concerts of this elevating character. Admission, 5s. Reserved Seats, 7s 6d. Tickets and books containing the words of the Oratorio, to be had . . .
WALTER M. HITCHOCK, Hon. Sec . . .

"SACRED HARMONIC SOCIETY", Geelong Advertiser (4 February 1856), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article91870992

At the annual meeting of the members of this Society, held on the 3rd Dec., 1855, a testimonial of which the following is a copy, was presented to Mr. John Rogers on the occasion of his retiring from the post of Conductor to the Society:

Geelong, January 4th, 1856. To Mr. John Rogers, Geelong, Victoria.
Sir, - To convey to you the feelings expressed by the members of the Geelong Sacred Harmonic Society, at a late general meeting, is the special duty of the undersigned by appointment of the committee.
The position you held amongst us as conductor was ably supported by the musical talents with which you are so eminently endowed. Tie interest you have manifested in the promotion of the society, and the energy you brought to bear on all occasions, when the welfare of the society was at stake, are unanimously appreciated by the members and praiseworthy in the extreme. We must also bear testimony to the affability and forbearance which have pervaded your general deportment, thereby cementing an union, the dissolution of which has caused general regret. In the estimation of the members, your capabilities are such as to induce them to offer you a PROFESSIONAL CARD, the employment of which will give every satisfaction, and afford proof positive that the interests of the Geelong Sacred Harmonic Society are still near unto you.
We are, sir, yours, &c.
F. W. TOWLE, President; GEO. W. BARKER, Hon. Sec. CHAS. ANDREWS, WALTER M. HITCHCOCK, Sub-committee.
The meeting was held at the Scotch School Room, in Yarra-street; and a testimonial similar to the above was also presented to Mr. Rogers, by the lady members of the society accompanied by a handsome gold chain, as a token of their regard.

ASSOCIATIONS: Frederick William Towle (member, president)

"THE GEELONG SACRED HARMONIC SOCIETY'S CONCERT (To the Editor of the . . .)", Geelong Advertiser (27 February 1856), 2-3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article91864649

SIR, - Having read your report, as also, "Critic's" letter upon this concert, I am induced to make a remark or two in connection therewith. The public will be kind enough to remember that not more than two months and a half since, I had the honor of occupying the office of Conductor of the above Society, and that from the 1st October, 1855, the members have been practising the Messiah; you will, therefore, perceive that the "training" alluded to in Critic's letter, this morning, was performed by myself for a space of three months previous to Mr. I'erson taking office; this fact, ignored by Critic, coupled with the remembrance that half the chorusses were performed at our first concert, now eight months since, fairly entitles me to some share of the praise and credit so bountifully heaped upon the present Conductor, both by your report and Critic's letter, in my favor; notwithstanding great credit is due to Mr. I'erson [3] for so ably conducting the concert, as also the vocalists, both soloists and choristers, for their execution was remarkably good; but I cannot refrain from stating that the cause in a very great measure was the invaluable assistance rendered by ten or twelve of the Melbourne Philharmonic Society's best performers. The steam boat proprietors having given twelve free passages for the occasion, a generous act, that deserves great comment. As to the instrumentalists, there was a wide field for improvement; I think, perhaps, a little more practices would have sufficed. The violincello player from the Philharmonic Society, in my opinion, sustained the accompaniments to the whole of the solos. I must now conclude by just reminding Mr. Critic, that his statements were all upon the effective side tending to show that he was an interested person rather than a true critic, as we all know there are defects and imperfections as well as effects in all concerts, and many I could mention in connection with the last, but from myself it would come with bad grace; notwithstanding, it went off extremely well, and received the approbation of all present, I believe. Before concluding, I would remind Mr. Critic, that Mrs. Testar sang "Then shall the eyes of the blind" and not Mr. Ewart, and that the Messiah was composed by Handel and not Haydn.
With these few remarks, I remain, &c.,
JOHN ROGERS.
20, Ryrie-street, 22nd February, 1856.

ASSOCIATIONS: Thomas William I'Erson (conductor)

"MECHANICS' INSTITUTE SOIREE", Geelong Advertiser and Intelligencer (20 March 1856), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article91870753 

The soiree to celebrate the opening of the Mechanics' Institute was held last evening in the Town Hall . . . The programme of the evening's entertainments was very well arranged, consisting of vocal and instrumental musical performances, under the direction of Mr. J. Rogers, late conductor of the Geelong Sacred Harmonic Society, Mr. Plumstead presiding at the pianoforte, and interspersed with addresses from many well-known and influential friends of the Institution . . . The musical portions of the entertainment was then commenced by Mr. Plumstead's performance of the Overture to William Tell on the pianoforte. This was followed by the Glee, "Come Bounteous May," sang by Messrs. J. and W. Rogers, Niemitz, I'erson and held [sic], and the part song, "The War Cry is Sounding," by the Company. These performances were much applauded . . . The Trio, "St. Martin's Bells" was next performed by Messrs. J. Rogers, Niemitz and I'erson, the glee - "Who comes so dark," by the Company, and the duet - "Oh Albion" by Messrs. Niemitz and J. Rogers . . . The Duet and Chorus, "Marked you her eye," was then sung by Messrs. Rogers and Niemitz, the Chorus by the company. Mr. Plumstead then executed the Nocturne, "The Bells of the Monastery" on the pianoforte . . . Glee. - "Peace to the Souls of the Heroes." By Messrs. J. Rogers, and Field; Glee. - "Health to My Dear," (Company); Round. - "Hark 'tis the Indian Drum," Messrs. Niemitz, J. Rogers, and Field . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Henry Plumstead (piano)

"MARRIED", Geelong Advertiser and Intelligencer (18 April 1856), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article91866248 

Yesterday, by special license, at St. Paul's Church, by the Rev. the Archdeacon, Mr. John Rogers, of Geelong, son of Mr. William Rogers, of Odiham, Hants, to Frances, youngest daughter of Robert Mercer, Esq., of Geelong, late of Litherland, near Liverpool.

"MUSIC [TO the editor]", The North Australian [Brisbane, QLD] (17 January 1865), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article77437605 

SIR, - I, with my family were passengers per the Fiery Star, and consequently have not been in the colony two months, still sufficiently long to be astonished at finding no Musical Society, except the Band, of any description, at least so far as I can ascertain. Now, Mr. Editor, I have no doubt you, as every other person in Brisbane, will admit that this is somewhat of a disgrace to the capital of Queensland, in fact a great sin lies at our door, by allowing to lie dormant the talents Nature has endowed us with, and I doubt not there are a number of ladies and gentlemen in Brisbane who are not only greatly gifted, but would be delighted in joining a well formed sacred, philharmonic choral, or other society. I shall, therefore, be very happy indeed, if any or all of the lovers of music, will call upon me, at my residence, next door to Keys' Hotel, Edward-street, on Monday evening next, the 16th instant, at 7 o'clock, to consult as to the advisability of, and the best course to be adopted in commencing so delightful and desirable an object. I may mention, Mr. Editor, which many respectable inhabitants can affirm, that in 1853 I founded and was conductor of the Geelong (Victoria) Sacred Harmonic Society, with but only nine members, and in three months we gave a concert having fifty members, and presented the Hospital with £100, the profits of the proceeds, after paying £30 for expenses, &c. In three months after, being only six from the commencement, we numbered one hundred members, and upon my leaving for England in 1856, there was a very flourishing society, in fact to quote the words of the Geelong Advertiser, - "It was second to Exeter Hall." Now, if such a success was accomplished in Geelong, what might we hope to be the result of a similar movement in Brisbane, with double its population. By inserting this in your next paper, you will confer a favor upon your humble and obedient servant,
JOHN ROGERS.

[News], The Brisbane Courier (6 June 1865), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article1273326 

A VOCAL and instrumental concert was given in the Hall of the South Brisbane Mechanics' Institute, yesterday evening, by a number of amateurs, headed by the energetic secretary, Mr. Rogers; and assisted by Mr. Rosenstengel, whose musical powers are well known . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Ferdinand Rosenstengel (musician)

"News of the Week", The Queenslander (12 May 1866), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article20307547 

IN order to raise funds for the establishment of a library in connection with the Spring Hill Mechanics' Institute, a miscellaneous concert will be given in the Town Hall on the evening of her Majesty's birthday. The large hall will be opened then for the first time, and as many will be anxious to see it by night, and as under the direction of Mr. Rogers, of South Brisbane, there is every probability of a musical treat being afforded, we hope there will be a "good house." His Excellency the Governor and Lady Bowen have kindly promised their patronage.

"CONCERTS. THE NEW SCHOOL OF ARTS", The Queenslander [Brisbane, QLD] (7 July 1866), 7

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article20308499 

ON Friday evening the amateur musical entertainment connected with the opening of the North Brisbane School of Arts took place . . . We must not omit to mention the spirited duett, "Sound the trumpet boldly," by Messrs. Pike and Rogers, the applause with which it was greeted testifying to the excellent way in which it was rendered. The glees, by several members of the Orpheus Society, were sung with much precision and an evident regard to the beauties of the compositions. Mr. Diggles very kindly and effectively presided at the piano - a splendid instrument - the qualities of which the performer fully displayed. The thanks of the public are, we think, due to Mr. John Rogers and the committee of the institute for the really pleasant evening's amusement afforded . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Silvester Diggles (piano)

"THE BALLARAT TRAGEDY. To the Editor of . . .", The Sydney Morning Herald (30 May 1870), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13206016 

SIR, - It is possible that many residents of New South Wales, and I am certain of many in Queensland, who having resided in Geelong in 1853-4-5, and 1856, would not be aware that the unfortunate Mrs. Moss was the Miss Claxton of the Sacred Harmonic Society - a circumstance with others, mentioned in the Melbourne Herald's report - but as I was the originator and conductor of that Society for several years, I can vouch for the truths expressed in the said report. I thought perhaps by using my name in connection with any further report might be of service to many in Victoria.
Yours, &c., JOHN ROGERS,
Secretary School of Arts.

ASSOCIATIONS: Catherine Ann Claxton Moss (amateur vocalist, contralto)

"DEATH OF MR. JOHN ROGERS", The Sydney Daily Telegraph (23 March 1883), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article238495719 

It is our painful duty to record the death of Mr. John Rogers, well known as the secretary and librarian of the Sydney Mechanics' School of Arts since the year 1867. Mr. Rogers was born in Bracknell, Berkshire, England, and emigrated to Australia in 1853. For several years he resided in Geelong, Victoria, from whence he proceeded to Brisbane, where he filled the office of secretary of the North Brisbane School of Arts for about three years. He was then appointed secretary of the kindred but larger institution in South Brisbane, where he stayed about two years, when he obtained the appointment of secretary and librarian of the Sydney institution. On leaving Brisbane, he was presented with several testimonials and addresses from the committees and members of the two institutions and his numerous friends. During his tenure of the office of secretary and librarian of the School of Arts, a period of 15 years, his whole time was devoted to the interests of the institution. He watched it grow beneath his fostering care. He took an active part in establishing the Working Men's Technical College, and superintended its working until the period of his resignation - March 9th, 1882 - and those who attended the jubilee held yesterday and the day before can form a better judgment of the effect of his work than could be gleaned from any description. Since his resignation of the secretaryship he has been in business in King-street. For some months past he has been complaining of lassitude, and during the past fortnight his illness has increased gradually, his death being accellerated by a carbuncle on the back of the neck. He was attended by Drs. Harwood and Fortescue, and everything was done that skill could suggest to relieve his sufferings. On Monday last he went to the doctor's in a cab, and on returning home took to his bed, which he never left again. During a great part of Wednesday and Thursday he was unconscious, but rallied a short time previous to his death, which took place between 4 and 5 yesterday afternoon, his end being described as calm and peaceful in the extreme. He leaves a wife, a sister, two sons, and a nephew; the latter, Mr. W. Rogers, being at present assistant librarian at the School of Arts. During his residence in Sydney he was a regular attendant at the Pitt-street Congregational Church, from which place, as well us at his other haunts, he will be missed by numerous friends. The funeral will take place on Saturday morning, when his remains will be removed from his late residence, Dowling-street, and interred in the Waverley Cemetery.

"Deaths", The Sydney Morning Herald (24 March 1883), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13530970 

ROGERS. - March 22nd, at his residence, Shetland House, 70, Dowling-street, Moore Park, Mr. John Rogers, in his 50th year. During the last 15 years he filled the Secretaryship of the Sydney School of Arts. He was dearly beloved and is deeply regretted by his family, and highly esteemed by all who knew him. His end was peace. Home papers please copy.

ROGERS, William Edward (William Edward ROGERS; Mr. W. E. ROGERS)

Musical amateur, member, secretary, and president, Cecilian Society, clerk in the convict office

Born London, England, 13 June 1810; baptised St. Margaret, Westminster, 13 August 1810; son of John Warrington ROGERS (d. 1830) and Harriet HAWKES (d. 1830)
Arrived Sydney, NSW, by 1834
Married Mary Ann TROOD, St. James, Sydney, NSW, 23 June 1840
Died Temuka, Canterbury, New Zealand, 15 September 1875

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=William+Edward+Rogers+1810-1875 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-R-2.php#ROGERS-William-Edward (shareable link to this entry)

Documentation:

Baptized, St. Margaret's, Westminster, August 1810; Westminster Abbey Archives, MA/01/02/001

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/62467/images/62467_373055000119_0159-00066?pId=75973 (PAYWALL)

[August] 13 / William Edward Rogers S'n of John Warrington by Harriet / [born] 13 June ult.

[Advertisement], The Sydney Monitor and Commercial Advertiser (21 January 1839), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article32162606 

CECELIAN SOCIETY [sic].
THE Professional, Amateur, and Honorary Members of this Society are informed, that in consequence of Mr. Deane's Concert taking place on Wednesday next, their Meeting will not be held that until day se'night.
The Committee has much pleasure in announcing that on St. Cecelia's Day, Handel's celebrated Ode will be performed, with all the original choruses and accompaniments, particulars of which be duly announced.
W. E. ROGERS,
Honorary Secretary,
Sydney, January 17, 1839.

ASSOCIATIONS: Cecilian Society (association)

[Advertisement], The Sydney Gazette and New South Wales Advertiser (9 July 1839), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2547707 

CECILIAN SOCIETY.
THE Subscribers to the said Society are requested to attend a General Meeting on
FRIDAY, July 19th, at 7 o'Clock in the Evening, at the Roman Catholic School Room, Castlereagh-street,
to audit the accounts of, and to transact other business belonging to the said Society.
W. E. ROGERS.
Sydney July 8, 1839.

"MARRIED", The Australian (25 June 1840), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article36850389 

By special license, at St. James's Church, on the 23rd instant, by the Rev. J. Allwood, Mr. William Edward Rogers of London, to Mary Anne, only daughter of A. S. Trood Esq., of York street, in this city.

ASSOCIATIONS: Matilda Levien, sister of Joseph Levien, was a witness; Abel Salter Trood (school teacher)

"THE CECILIAN SOCIETY", Australasian Chronicle (16 February 1841), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article31730879

In consequence of a requisition from the leading members of this institution, a public meeting was held on Friday, in the society's temporary concert rooms, when after the report had been read, the following resolutions were moved, seconded, and adopted by the meeting:
1. That the report of the committee now read be adopted and received by the meeting.
2. That as the expenses at present incurred in carrying on the operations of this society considerably exceed its income, some other arrangement with regard to performing members is imperatively called for. The committee therefore earnestly and respectfully urge all those persons possessed of musical talents, and who are anxious for the promotion of so delightful a science, to come forward and support this society with their abilities at a time when it so much requires their aid.
3. That as the operations of this society are much impeded by the irregular attendance of the members of the committee, that it shall be a standing rule of this society that any member of the committee absenting himself for three nights consecutively shall be ineligible for re-election.
4. That the thanks of this meeting he presented to the Right Reverend Dr. Polding, through the Rev. Francis Murphy, for his kindness in allowing the use of the Catholic school room to the society, and for his uniform kindness in furthering the interests of the society upon every occasion which presented itself.
5. That the thanks of this meeting be given to the gentlemen and officers of the committee for their very efficient services during the last meeting, and that the following gentlemen be requested to act for the ensuing year, namely,
Mr. W. E. Rogers, treasurer; Mr. Joseph Levien, secretary; committee - Messrs. Bradridge, Thomson, Le Britton, Barnett, James Johnson, Leggatt, Greville, Challis, Tomlins, and R. Johnson.
6. That the thanks of this meeting be tendered to the chairman for his kind attention to the business of the meeting.

ASSOCIATIONS: John Bede Polding (Catholic bishop, musical amateur); Joseph Levien (member); William Bradridge (member); James Johnson (member); Thomas Leggatt (member); Richard Johnson (member)

[Advertisement], The Sydney Herald (12 March 1841), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12868229 

CECILIAN SOCIETY. - The members of this society are respectfully informed him consequence of their arrangements not being complete, their Concert will not take place until the latter end of this month of which due notice will be given in all the papers.
W. E. ROGERS, Acting Honorary Secretary. Sydney, March 12.

"CECILIAN SOCIETY", The Sydney Herald (25 March 1841), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12868426 

Yesterday Mr. W. Ward appeared at the Police office before Mr. Windeyer, for having in his possession books belonging to the Cecilian Society, alleged to have been stolen from the Society's press. Mr. Deane appeared for the prosecution and identified about ten volumes of music as being his property which he had lent to the Cecilian Society, and which had been to his knowledge kept with the property of the society in a press in the old Court House, and had been abstracted from that place of safety about the 17th instant. In consequence of information a search warrant was issued for the house of Mr. Curtis, but the property was ultimately found in the house of Mr. Ward, who immediately gave up the property, and also gave every information as to how the property claimed came into his possession. Mr. Rogers the secretary of the society also identified some of the properly as belonging to the society and said that about twenty pounds worth of the same had been purchased from Mr. Curtis.

Mr. James Johnson proved that on Tuesday evening the 16th instant the books in question were lodged in the society's press in the old Court House, Mr. Allen proved that he had locked the press in which the society's music was contained, and also that when he locked the press on last Tuesday night there was a wide space vacant from the lock having been forced.
Mr. Josephson proved that on Friday, morning Mr. Cosgrove called him in for the purpose of seeing the press in which the society's books were contained, as it had fallen down, and he was afraid some of the books were missing, and when he examined the press he immediately discovered that the lock had been wrenched off, which was subsequently found on one of the shelves of the press; and also, that a great portion of the music books were missing.

Sergeant Brodie of the Sydney police produced the lock and a nail, which in his opinion had been employed in wrenching off the lock; and said, that he having got some information, procured a warrant and proceeded to Mr. Curtis' house, and not finding him at home, he went to a person of the name of Roach, a bird-stuffer, residing in Hunter-street, and asked for him repeatedly but it was denied that Mr. Curtis was at home; that he afterwards obtained assistance, and was prepared to force an entrance, when a female avowed herself as being Mrs. Curtis, and told him he was welcome to make a search of the house, which he did, but found none of the property; he afterwards saw the defendant speaking to a person, and from his seeing his portrait in Mr. Curtis' house, he thought he might in some way be connected with the family of the latter, and asked him if he knew when Mr. Curtis would be at home, when he told him that he did not know as he had just seen Mr. Curtis at Canterbury gate going out. He also told Mr. Ward that he had information of some books being left at a certain house (which referred to Mr. Cunningham's) when Mr. Ward said he knew nothing about the matter; he also deposed that a man named Anderson, a servant of Mr. Cunningham told him that a parcel of books of the description he was in search of, had been left at his master's house on the Wednesday, and had been removed on the following day, and that Mr. Cunningham told him that Mr. Curtis was the party who had left the books in question.

W. Anderson, servant to Mr. Cunningham, proved that Mr. Curtis left the books at his master's on the forenoon of St. Patrick's Day, and that on the following day the defendant's servant was brought by Curtis and removed the books which had been, by Curtis' request securely placed in a room, and covered up until they were removed on the following day. In cross-examination this witness proved that the defendant called on Mr. Cunningham and asked him about a paragraph which had appeared in the Herald newspaper, respecting some books which had been stolen, and said that he should immediately see Mr. Curtis and go to the Herald Office; this he said openly.

Mr. Nichols said he had two other witnesses to examine, but perhaps the defendant might give such an explanation as would render their examination unnecessary.

Mr. Ward after being cautioned, made a statement to the following purport: - On the 17th instant, he saw Mr. Curtis, a friend of his, who visited his house whenever he came to Sydney, when he told him he had been in the room looking at the preparations making for St. Patrick's dinner, when he saw the press open and thought it was a rare chance to getting music, and took it and left it at Mr. Cunningham's house, as the Society was indebted to him £5 18s. and he should stick to it till he got his money: that on the following day, he (Mr. Ward) went to the races, and on the day after he saw the paragraph in the Herald of the music being stolen. He then went to Cunningham and spoke to him about the matter and told him to look out about the music, as it was represented in the Herald as being stolen, it being then in his (Ward's) house. After going to his own residence he spoke to Mrs. Ward on the subject, as to how the music came to his house, and told her that as he suspected that the paragraph referred to the music which had been left at his house, if any of the police, or any of the Committee of the Society called, that whatever they claimed they were to take; and on Monday last he saw Mr. Curtis and spoke to him on the matter, when the latter told him not to give up the books as the Society was indebted to him £5 18s. He also stated that Mrs. Ward had informed him that the music had been brought into the house by his own servant for Mr. Curtis, he said it was a common thing for his servant to be employed in going with and for music for Mr. Custis, which was generally either left at, or taken from, his (Ward's) house. Mr. Ward called his servant, William Rea, who proved that Mr. Curtis had employed him to remove the books.

Mr. Windeyer said, after the straight forward statement which had been made by the defendant, coupled with the evidence he had heard in support of its truth, he had only one course to pursue, and that was to dismiss the case, at the same time he considered it but fair to say, that there was not a tittle of evidence in all that he had heard, which went to implicate Mr. Ward, and he very much doubted whether there was any evidence at all of a felony having been committed; it was possible that Mr. Curtis, having a claim, in his own opinion, on the society, might, however wrongfully, have removed the books in order to secure payment of his legal demand, and, besides, Mr. Deane had not supplied him with any evidence, that his books were marked in any way so as to be distinguished from those of the society, and therefore, until that was made out, he had no evidence that even, in his case, a felony had been committed, and therefore, until he had an information from Mr. Deane, or from some some member of the committee of the Cicilian Society, he should forebear issuing a warrant against Mr. Curtis.

The case occupied the Court for nearly three hours, and from the great number of musical gentlemen that were present it evidently excited great interest among the profession.

ASSOCIATIONS: Richard Gill Curtis (musicseller); John Philip Deane (musician); Joshua Frey Josephson (lawyer, musical amateur); ? Edward Allen (member);
see also "CECILIAN SOCIETY", The Sydney Herald (20 March 1841), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12868341 

And see also "THE CECILIAN SOCIETY'S MUSIC", Australasian Chronicle (25 March 1841), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article31731268 

"Births", The Temperance Advocate and Australasian Commercial and Agricultural Intelligencer (9 June 1841), 12

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article228131518 

Yesterday morning [recte, 3 June], at her residence, Elizabeth-street, North, the wife of Mr. W. E. Rogers, of the Principal Superintendent of Convicts Office, of a son.

"DEATHS", Timaru Herald [NZ] (24 September 1875), 3

https://paperspast.natlib.govt.nz/newspapers/THD18750924.2.7 

ROGERS, - On September 15, 1875, at his son's residence, Temuka, Canterbury, New Zealand, William Edward Rogers, Esq., youngest son of the late John Warington Rogers, sen., solicitor, London, and uncle to Judge Rogers, Melbourne. Sydney and home papers please copy.

ROGERSON, Henry (Henry ROGERSON; H. ROGERSON; Mr. ROGERSON)

Musician, cornet and cornopean player, bandmaster, stone mason

Born Brierly, Yorkshire, England, 1835; baptised Felkirk, 5 April 1835; son of Thomas ROGERSON (1804-1883) and Mary CUSWORTH (1803-1875)
Married (1), VIC, 1859
Active Kyneton, VIC, by 1860
Married (2) NSW, 1870
Died Forbes, NSW, 24 October 1909, aged "68" [sic]

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Henry+Rogerson+1835-1909 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-R-2.php#ROGERSON-Henry (shareable link to this entry)

Documentation:

Baptisms solemnized in the parish of Felkirk [with Brierly] in the county of York in the year 1835; register 1835, page 104; West Yorkshire Archive Service, Wakefield, WDP179/6

https://www.ancestry.com.au/discoveryui-content/view/5040808:2252 (PAYWALL)

No. 829 / [1835] April 5th / Henry [son of] / Thomas & Mary / Rogerson / Brierly / Mason . . .

England census, 30 March 1851, Brierly, Yorkshire; UK National Archives, HO107/2331/135/4

https://www.ancestry.com.au/discoveryui-content/view/14028668:8860 (PAYWALL)

Brierly / Thomas Rogerson / Head / 44 / Mason // Mary / Wife / 45 / [both born] Yorkshire Felkirk //
Thomas / Son / 23 / Mason // Joseph / 21 / Mason // Isabella / 18 // Henry / 16 / Mason . . . [all born] Yorkshire Felkirk

[Advertisement], The Kyneton Observer [VIC] (6 December 1860), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article240850674

CONCERT By Special Desire, at the DUKE OF KENT HOTEL
THE MALMSBURY GLEE CLUB Will give a GRAND VOCAL AND INSTRUMENTAL ENTERTAINMENT
MONDAY, 10TH DECEMBER, Assisted by MR. BARLOW, the celebrated Comic and Negro Singer.
Pianiste - Madame FRANCIS
Violinist - Mr. LEECH
Cornet-a-Piston - Mr. ROGERSON . . .

"CORRESPONDENCE", Mount Alexander Mail [Castlemaine, VIC] (9 January 1865), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article207000983 

"WATER POLICE COURT", The Sydney Morning Herald [NSW] (28 May 1870), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article28419917 

"CENTRAL CRIMINAL COURT. - WEDNESDAY", Empire [Sydney, NSW] (4 August 1870), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article63109851 

"THE MONTH", Mount Alexander Mail (13 August 1870), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article198849295 

Henry Rogerson, formerly of the Chewton band, and of which he was bandmaster, a stone-mason by trade, and a skilful workman, as also a first-class cornopeanist, has been convicted at Sydney of bigamy, and sent to two years hard labour. His baseless desertion of his wife and family has left him without a single friend.

"DEATH OF FORBES RESIDENT", The Bathurst Times [NSW] (27 October 1909), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article130905103 

Henry Rogerson, a stonemason, died suddenly at Forbes on Sunday morning. He was 68 years of age [sic], and was at one time band master of the Forbes band.

Bibliography and resources:

Henry Rogerson, Find a grave

https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/230341797/henry-rogerson 

ROITZSCH, Ignaz (Ignaz ROITZSCH)

Musician, pianist

Active Adelaide, SA, 1859, 1861

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Ignaz+Roitzsch+c1859 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-R-2.php#ROITZSCH-Ignaz (shareable link to this entry)

ASSOCIATIONS: ? Freidrich August Roitzch (of Leipzig, 1805-1899)

Documentation:

[Advertisement], South Australian Register (19 May 1856), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article49903657 

HAMBURG HOTEL. - A MUSICAL ENTERTAINMENT, at which Mr. Roitzsch will preside at the Piano, will be held at the Hamburg Hotel every Wednesday and Thursday evening, when Mr. H. W. Wedemeyer will be glad to meet as many of his friends as can conveniently attend.

[Advertisement], South Australian Register (14 July 1859), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article49825795 

WHITE'S ASSEMBLY ROOMS.
MISS TOZER has the honour to announce that she will give a Grand CONCERT of VOCAL and INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC on Thursday evening, the 14th July, under the immediate patronage of His Excellency the Governor-in-Chief. Principal Performers - Miss Tozer, Miss C. A. Tozer, Miss Polhill, Master Watson, Mr. R. B. White, Herr Ignaz Roitzsch (Pupil of the Leipzig Conservatorium), Mr. H. Christen. Conductor - Mr. J. W. Daniel . . .
PROGRAMME, PART I . . . 4. Solo, piano, "Fantasie sur un Theme," original - Herr Ignaz Roitzsch, pupil of the Leipzig Conservatorium. - Moscheles . . .

"MISS TOZER'S CONCERT", Adelaide Observer (16 July 1859), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article158128642 

On Thursday last, Miss Tozer gave a grand concert at White's Rooms, under the immediate patronage of His Excellency the Governor-in-Chief. Coming on the evening between the Tradesmen's Ball and the Quarterly Soiree of the South Australian Institute, it might have been safely predicted that the attendance would not be large, and when the evening turned out to be showery a thin audience became a positive certainty. The room was not more than a third full - a circumstance calculated to throw a damp upon both singers and audience. We must, however, do the former the justice to say that they exerted themselves to the utmost to please, and rendered the several pieces with great spirit and effect. The first part of the concert, with the exception of a fantasia on the piano by Herr Ignaz Roizsch, very creditably performed, consisted of vocal music . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Caroline and Elizabeth Tozer (vocalists); Victoria Polhill (vocalist); Richard Baxter White (violin, piano); Hugo John Christen (vocalist); Josiah Wyke Daniel (piano, conductor)

[Advertisement], South Australian Register (28 July 1859), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article49825162 

SALISBURY VOCAL AND INSTRUMENTAL CONCERT, at Mr. W. N. Wauchope's Store. - Mr. H. CHRISTEN will have the honour to give a CONCERT on Thursday, the 23th July, when he will be assisted by Misses Tozer, Mr. J. W. Daniel, Mr. Ignaz Roitzsch, Messrs. Schrader and Heidecker . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Heinrich Schrader (musician); Theodor Heydecke (musician)

"POLICE COURTS . . . Adelaide: Monday, March 4 . . . Indecency", Adelaide Observer (9 March 1861), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article158179619 

Ignatius Reutzschce was brought up, on the information of Alexander John Thomas, accused of acting with indecency towards Alice Thomas and Ida Numme, little girls under 10 years of age, at North Adelaide, on the 3rd inst. Mr. Andrews conducted the prosecution. The evidence was taken in the Magistrate's private room, but it is entirely unfit for publication. The prisoner was committed for trial at the Local Court. Bail allowed in two sureties of £25 each.

"LOCAL COURT - ADELAIDE. FRIDAY, APRIL 5 . . . INDECENCY", The South Australian Advertiser (6 April 1861), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article832532 

Ignasius Roitzsche was charged with indecently assaulting Eda Mumme and Alice Thomas, both being under the age of 10 years. The evidence in this case is unfit for publication. The prisoner was sentenced to six months imprisonment.

ROLFE, Thomas (Thomas ROLFE; Thos. ROLFE; T. ROLFE, jun.; Mr. ROLFE)

Musician, organist, pianist, pianoforte maker, piano tuner, music publisher, music seller, agent for William Rolfe and Sons pianos

Born 6 May 1820; baptised All Hallows, Honey Lane, London, England, 4 June 1820; son of Nicholas ROLFE (1784-1858) and Elizabeth LINNETT (c. 1789-1832)
Arrived Sydney, NSW, 10 January 1842 (per Duke of Roxburgh, from Cork, 4 September 1841)
Married Rachael/Rosetta MEARS (COHEN), Sydney, NSW, 23 August 1842
Active Launceston, VDL (TAS), until April 1847
Departed Melbourne, VIC, ? after November 1847

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Thomas+Rolfe+musician+c1842-47 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-R-2.php#ROLFE-Thomas (shareable link to this entry)

Summary:

Thomas Rolfe junior, who in Australia in the 1840s was "agent for William Rolfe and Sons, Cheapside, London", was a son of Nicholas Rolfe and his wife Elizabeth Linnett, born in London in 1820. William Rolfe (1756-1829) was his grandfather, and Thomas Rolfe senior (1787-1847, Thomas Hall Rolfe) his uncle, both of them originally glovers by trade. When Thomas Rolfe senior died in London in the spring of 1847, his brother Nicholas (Thomas junior's father) was appointed his executor. Within a couple of months after posting a death notice for his uncle in the Melbourne press on 22 September, Thomas junior disappeared from the colonial record, presumably having sailed meanwhile for London.

Rolfe first advertised new music for sale and pianos tuned in Sydney in February 1842. As early as April 1842 he was printing music locally, advertising the publication of The Eagle Chief and The Aboriginal mother for Isaac Nathan, and a (pirate) local edition of Prince Albert's band march, as arranged for the pianoforte by Stephen Glover.

This latter drew adverse comment from the Herald, which noted:

Our music press has again been to work, and has issued, not an Australian composition calculated to undeceive those who imagine that we can only deal and barter, but a reprint of a very trashy piece for the pianoforte, called Prince Albert's Band March - the catchpenny title of which would be sufficient to deter any common-sensed amateur . . . But are these the things we are to have reprinted in Australia? Certainly not.

Perhaps to atone for this, a fortnight later Rolfe advertised that he would publish "all the songs" from Charles Nagel's "Sham Catalani", or Mock Catalani, and four songs were issued: "A sensitive Plant", "It was but a dream", "The pretty bark hut in the bush", and "Wellington".

In June he released no. 1 of a projected series, The Australian musical bijou, which contained imported songs by Knight, Russell, and Bellini and which W. A. Duncan in the Chronicle judged "far superior to any lithographed music yet produced in the colony" despite several errors.

In 1843, Rolfe was offering to supply the instrumental needs of both military ensembles and "Teetotal, and other Bands", a section of the musical economy that George Hudson would later also target.

In July 1843 his wife, variously Rachael or Rosetta Mears, whom he had married in Sydney on 23 August 1842, was charged and tried for bigamy.

Having moved first to Pitt-street and then to George-street, Rolfe continued trading through the first half of 1844. But between July and September he relocated his business to Hobart, and by early 1845 to Launceston, VDL.

There in September 1845 he was appointed organist of St. John's church, and in 1846, along with James Henri Anderson, was one of the pianists assisting at Madame Gautrot's Launceston concert. He disappears from record after leaving Launceston for Melbourne in August 1847.

The novelist Frederick Rolfe ("Baron Corvo") (1860-1913) was born at the family firm's then address, 61 Cheapside, London, son of James Rolfe (1827-1902), who was Thomas's younger brother.

Documentation:

Baptisms solemnized in the parish of All Hallows, Honey Lane, in the city of London, in the years 1819 and 1820; London Metropolitan Archives

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/1558/images/31281_a100761-00008 (PAYWALL)

No. 26 [born] 26 Jan'y 1819 [baptised] 28 Feb'y / Thomas Hall Son of / Nicholas & Elizabeth / Rolfe / Cheapside / Music Seller . . .

No. 32 [born] May 6 [baptised] 1820 June 4 / Thomas Son of / Nicholas & Elizabeth / Rolfe / 112 Cheapside / Music Seller . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Entry 25 registers the baptism on 21 February of Charlotte, daughter of Thomas Tegg, bookseller, Cheapside, sister of James and Samuel Tegg; Thomas Hall Rolfe died on 4 November 1819

England census, 6 June 1841, St. John Zachary, City of London; UK National Archives, HO 107 / 721 / 9

https://search.findmypast.co.uk/record?id=GBC%2F1841%2F0721%2F0160&parentid=GBC%2F1841%2F0007961815 (PAYWALL)

Noble St. No. 7 / Thomas Rolfe / 21 / Piano forte m[aker] / [born in County/City ] Yes . . .

"ARRIVED", Australasian Chronicle (11 January 1842), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article31734711

JANUARY 10. - From Cork, having left the 4th September, the barque Duke of Roxburgh, 416 tons, Captain Collard, with 229 bounty immigrants. Passengers - . . . Rolfe . . .

[Advertisement], The Sydney Herald (21 February 1842), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12873825

T. ROLFE Agent for William Rolfe and Sons, Pianofortemakers, Cheapside, London.
No. 11, O'Connell-street, near the Union Bank.
The newest music received from London as soon as published.
Pianofortes tuned, repaired and let on hire.

[Advertisement], Australasian Chronicle (8 March 1842), 3

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TO THE CLERGY AND TRUSTEES OF PLACES OF WORSHIP.
Mr. ROLFE (from William Rolfe and Sons, pianoforte makers, London), having brought with him to this colony a splendid Seraphine, with pedals, will present either it or an organ permanently to any place of worship, on being appointed its organist.
- May be seen at his residence, 11, O'Connell-street.

"ORGANIST", Australasian Chronicle (8 March 1842), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article31735229 

We call the attention of clergymen and others to a very liberal offer on the part of Mr. Rolfe, of O'Connell-street, announced an our advertising columns. The instrument alluded to is of excellent quality.

[Advertisement], The Sydney Herald (29 March 1842), 3

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T. ROLFE, JUNIOR. Agent for W. Rolfe and Sons, Pianoforte makers, Cheapside, London, respectfully announces his removal from O'Connell-street to more commodious premises, No. 4, Regent-terrace, Hunter-street.
On Thursday next, a small consignment of new Pianoforte Music, ex London, will be opened and ready for inspection.

"NEW PERIODICAL", Sydney Free Press (14 April 1842), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article226357305 

We have seen the prospectus of a new musical periodical, to be entitled the "Austrlian Musical Bijou," which is intended should sufficient inducement offer to be published by Messrs. T. Rolfe and Co., of Hunter-street. To use the words of the prospectus itself - "The numbers will appear monthly, inclosed in a wrapper, at the very small price of 2s. 6d. to subscribers, and 3s. 6d. to non subscribers. Each number will contain twelve pages of music, consisting of songs, duets, glees, waltzes, quadrilles, &c., &c., selected from the most popular writers; twelve of which numbers will form a volume, to which a title page and index will be published, which will appear with the twelfth number." - We can only say that for the sake of such of our friends as love music, we hope the undertaking will be carried out.

1[Advertisement], The Sydney Herald (18 April 1842), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12874737 

To the Musical Public.
T. ROLFE, Jun. (from Wm. Rolfe & Son's, Cheapside, London,) having been in the manufactory of his relatives for eleven years, is fully competent to undertake the repairing of any Pianoforte entrusted to him.
Pianofortes tuned, lent on hire, and taken in exchange.
New London Music, Violins, Strings, &c.

[Advertisement], Australasian Chronicle (28 April 1842), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article31735736

This day is published, by T. Rolfe, 4, Hunter-street,
THE EAGLE CHIEF and THE ABORIGINAL MOTHER,
Australian Melodies, Nos. 1 and 2: Poet, Mrs. Dunlop; Composer, I. Nathan.
Where may be had "Jephtha's Daughter," and "When we two parted,"
with all the ornaments for expression and execution, engraved as originally written by the composer for Madame Malibran and Mr. Braham.
Also, the celebrated "Prince Albert's Band March," as played by the military bands, arranged for the pianoforte by Stephen Glover.

ASSOCIATIONS: Isaac Nathan (composer)

"NEW MUSIC", Australasian Chronicle (3 May 1842), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article31735794 

Prince Albert's Band March, arranged for the pianoforte by Stephen Glover. - Sydney, Rolfe, 1842. This is a reprint of a piece which has had "a great run" in England, and which being a very pleasing composition, and within the power of any performer, is likely to become popular in the colony. The music is lithographed, and is the beat specimen of this kind of printing we have seen for some time.

"NEW MUSIC", The Australian (5 May 1842), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article37115003 

Mr. Rolfe, of Hunter-street, has just published "Prince Albert's Band March," arranged for the piano-forte, by Stephen Glover. It is of course only a reprint from the English work; but as a colonial production, the manner in which it is sent forth to the world, shews that we have no mean artists in that particular line of printing now at our command. We trust Mr. Rolfe's spirited adventure will prove a source of profit to him as it can scarcely fail to do in this musical metropolis.

"Music", The Sydney Herald (5 May 1842), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12875009

It has lately been our good fortune to notice several pieces of excellent music, of not only colonial "getting up," but of composition, by musicians resident amongst us; and our duty has, in many instances, been the most agreeable that a reviewer can have, viz.: - that of awarding praise - praise being due. Our music press has again been to work, and has issued, not an Australian composition calculated to undeceive those who imagine that we can only deal and barter, but a reprint of a very trashy piece for the pianoforte, called "Prince Albert's Band March" - the catchpenny title of which would be sufficient to deter any common-sensed amateur (unless, like us, he was destined at review,) from looking beyond. The originator of these "band marches" in England was an industrious provincial musician, named Edwin Merriott; and the catching titles were exposed to public gaze in the window of a respectable music publisher in Old Bond street. Now we can easily imagine a party of juvenile visitors to the great capital, returning from St. James' Park - how they would be struck by the title "BAND MARCH," especially when cognomened "Victoria's," "Albert's," or "The Guards." Independently of the illustrious names attached, the bare possibility of being able, with nature's scanty allowance of fingers, to impart to country cousins an idea of the effects produced by the numerous instruments of a London military band, and only for 2s. or 2s. 6d., was irresistible. The march was bought, and so were dozens besides, for they increased and multiplied astonishingly. The title of those "Band Marches" (the only mark of talent connected with them) was pirated in all quarters. Glover's and other gentlemen's band marches appeared in such numbers, and "questionable shapes," that purchasers were appalled, music shelves literally groaned under the superincumbent weight of the trash, and music sellers found out when too late that they had pampered the taste of the public, even ad nauseam. But are these the things we are to have reprinted in Australia? Certainly not. There are too many amongst us who understand and appreciate music that is really good, having heard the best in England, and on the European continent, and these persons if we mistake not, will influence the progress of those whose taste has yet to be formed. If European music is to be reprinted here, it must not be the catch-penny trash of the day. Good music is wanted, and will be purchased, and if Mr. Rolfe, or any other enterprising person will reprint it at a moderate price, he may be sure of abundant support, and of none more cordial than our own.

ASSOCIATIONS: Edwin Merriott (c. 1814-1843); see in WorldCat; Stephen Glover (composer, arranger)

[Advertisement], Australasian Chronicle (10 May 1842), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article31735875 

MUSIC.- In the course of a few days, the Original Music of the New Burletta, entitled, The "Mock Catalani in Little Puddleton," will appear at ROLFE'S Musical Warehouse, Regent Terrace, Hunter-street.

[Advertisement], Australasian Chronicle (12 May 1842), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article31735883 

NEW MUSIC. - The Original Music of the New Burletta, by Charles Nagel, Esq., entitled "The Mock Catalani," is to be had at ROLFE'S, 4, Regent-terrace, Hunter-street.

"NEW MUSIC", Australasian Chronicle (12 May 1842), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article31735901

Mr. Rolfe, of Hunter-street, has, we perceive, published the music of the new and original little burletta entitled the "Sham Catalani;" from the celebrity the piece has already gained no doubt the publisher of the music will meet with encouragement.

"NEW MUSIC", The Sydney Herald (13 May 1842), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12875148 

The publication of music in this colony is becoming almost an every-day matter in Sydney: we have had three notices of colonial publications in the Herald within the last few days, and we perceive that Mr. Rolfe is advertising the music in the colonial drama of The Mock Catalani.

"NEW MUSIC", Australasian Chronicle (14 May 1842), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article31735908

No. 1. A Sensitive Plant. Aria, sung in the new Burletta entitled "The Mock Catalani." Words by Shelly; music by Charles Nagel, Esq.

No 2. It was but a dream. From the same. Words and music by Charles Nagel, Esq.

No. 3. The pretty bark hut in the bush. From the same. By the same. Sydney, Rolfe, 1842.

We generally take up every colonial production of art or literature with a determination to speak well of it when we can, and to be as lenient as possible when obliged to condemn. In the present case there is something in the very idea of a new Australian opera which strongly tends to disarm criticism; and yet we must confess there are a sufficient number both of beauties and defects in the work itself to provoke a discriminating discussion of its merits as a musical composition. Of the poetry we cannot speak very highly. The words "a thrill that no language can give expression" require the addition of a monosyllable which would destroy the rhyme in order to reduce them to reason; and "lingered on fancy's revision" is not a very intelligible expression, in our opinion. But to come to the music.

No. 1 opens with a few bars of very pleasing melody, which afterwards becomes a very jumble of modulations and chromatic progressions, which defy our skill to decypher them. This song forcibly reminded us of the preface of the eccentric Dr. Worgan to his book of psalm tunes. "Whereas," said the learned contrapuntist, "the following work is full of errors in harmony, the reader, it is hoped, will pardon them for the sake of the effect." What the effect intended in the present instance may have been we cannot exactly say.

No. 2 is a melody of a more simple kind, and it is almost unnecessary to say it is very much superior. The harmony of this piece is also less objectionable, although in page 2 we meet most unexpectedly with double fifths and consecutive octaves of a very objectionable kind. Upon the whole, however, "It was but a dream" is a very pretty little song, and we wish it every success.

No. 3 is a genuine Australian song, and the subject of it is neither more nor less than a pretty maid who wants to run away with her sweetheart to a hut in the "far bush," and leave her father and mother, a step which we think few of our Sydney lasses will be inclined to follow. There is a frontispiece, presenting to view the identical bush hut, with a tribe of black fellows, and their gins, in front, the execution of which does the spirited publisher and artist much credit. The melody partakes much of the character of No. 2, to which, however, we give the preference. In No. 3, as well as in No. 1, there is a continual recurrence of doubled thirds, unresolved discords, and other objectionable progressions, but, notwithstanding these blemishes, which are very pardonable in an amateur, and often disfigure the works of a professor, we consider the songs in "Mock Catalani" very creditable to the publisher and to the colony, and deserving of the patronage of the musical public. Captain Nagel is undoubtedly a very clever amateur, and we shall be glad to hear of a speedy sale, and to welcome into the world his opera seconda.

ASSOCIATIONS: William Augustine Duncan (editor, Chronicle); John Worgan (English musician and composer)

[Advertisement], The Sydney Herald (19 May 1842), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12875245

MUSIC. This day is published, by T. ROLFE, 4, Regent-terrace, Hunter-street, ALL the SONGS in the Musical Burletta, The Mock Catalani, as sung at the Royal Victoria Theatre.
Pianofortes of every description on hand tuned, repaired, and taken in exchange.
Newest Music received from Loudon as soon as published.

[Advertisement], The Sydney Herald (6 June 1842), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12875568 

THE following Songs in the Musical Burletta, "The Mock Catalani," may be had at Rolfe's Music and Musical Instrument Warehouse, No. 4, Regent Terrace, Hunter-street, "The sensitive Plant," "The pretty Bark-hut in the Bush," "It was but a Dream," and "Wellington."

Register of the Australia Lodge, No. 548, Sydney, NSW, ; United Grand Lodge of England, registr of admissions, 1837-62, fol. 199; Museum of Freemasonry

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/60620/images/43970_ugl%5Ecf%5Ee%5E1837-00209 (PAYWALL)

[Initiation] 1842 July 19 / [18]43 July 11 / Oct 10 / Rolfe / Thomas / [Sydney] / Music Seller / 28/2/45 . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: On the same page, John Lazar (silversmith, initiated 8 march 1839); Thomas Simes (actor, initiated 25 January 1842); and Francis Ellards [sic] (music seller, initiated 4 May 1841)

[Advertisement], The Sydney Herald (2 June 1842), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12875499 

JUST PUBLISHED, price One Shilling and Sixpence, The Mock Catalani in Little Puddleton; a Musical Burletta, in One Act, by Charles Nagel, Esq., as performed at the Royal Victoria Theatre, Sydney, New South Wales. Sold by James Tegg, Printer, George-Street, and Thomas Rolfe, music-seller, Hunter-rtreet.

ASSOCIATIONS: James Tegg (publisher, bookseller)

"NEW MUSIC", Australasian Chronicle (18 June 1842), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article31736253

The Australian Musical Bijou. No. 1. Sydney. Rolfe. 1842.

WE have long wished to see a colonial publication upon a plan similar to the present. There being no copyright restrictions in force in the colony, a great facility is afforded to publishers in reprinting popular music, and it is surprising so little advantage has been taken of this circumstance. No sooner does a literary or other publication of character make its appearance in England than it is immediately reproduced in America; and, although the great expense of printing, and perhaps the uncertain demand, hardly warrants any extensive adoption of this system here, we hope the day is not distant when a similar spirit of enterprise will guide the music sellers and booksellers of Australia. The present undertaking will deserve thg patronage of every lover of music and every friend of art in the colony, if, as we are inclined to hope, a proper taste shall be exercised in the selection of the pieces; but our recommendation must depend entirely upon the character of the music that may be selected. The present number contains the following songs: Knight's "She wore a wreath of roses," Russell's " Woodman, spare that tree," and Bellini's "Still so gently o'er me stealing," from the opera of Somnambula; all of which (although they are not exactly what we should have started with) are pieces of different degrees of merit, and have been too long before the public to require detailed criticism. The getting up of the work is very creditable to the enterprising publisher, being, indeed, far superior to any lithographed music yet produced in the colony. We have, however, noticed a good many trifling mistakes and omissions of the artist, to whose operations Mr. Rolfe would do well to direct a keen eye in the subsequent numbers. Upon the whole, we can with strict justice recommend this periodical to the patronage of all our musical readers.

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (19 December 1842), 3

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New Music, ex Helvellyn.
THE Undersigned respectfully announces the receipt of a large quantity of the newest and most fashionable Music of every description, for cash only.
THOMAS ROLFE, 26, Pitt-street, near Theatre.
*** Pianofortes tuned and repaired, &c.

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

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ROYAL VICTORIA THEATRE . . . Tickets to be had, and Boxes engaged . . . of Mr. Rolfe, Cigar Divan, adjoining the Theatre . . .

"TO THE EDITOR OF . . .", The Satirist and Sporting Chronicle (4 February 1843), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article228065281 

FRIEND SATIRIST, Do inform me whether it be Mrs. Mears who sells the music and Mr. Rolfe the tobacco, at the shop near the Theatre, or is it vice versa? Or is it a JOINT CONCERN? Your answer will oblige
THE TOWN.

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (21 July 1843), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12409014 

NEW MUSIC.
THE undersigned respectfully announces the receipt of a large case of the newest songs, quadrilles, waltzes, overtures, &c, from his relatives William Rolfe and Sons, of London, also pianofortes of every description,
THOMAS ROLFE. Removing to his former residence, Regent Terrace, Hunter-street.

"CHARGE OF BIGAMY", Australasian Chronicle (22 July 1843), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article31740620

Yesterday at the Police office, Rachael Rolfe, wife of Mr. Rolfe, music-seller, of Pitt street, appeared on a summons to answer a charge of bigamy preferred against her by Lewis Cohen, lately arrived from Hobart Town, and who represented himself to be her lawful husband. It appeared in evidence that the complainant and defendant arrived at Hobart Town about ten years ago, and lived as man and wife at the house of a witness named Hart; shortly afterwards Cohen was transported to a penal settlement for seven years, and in his absence she, having occasion to give evidence before the police and supreme courts, swore she was his wife; she subsequently came to Sydney, and on the 23rd of August, 1842, was married to the above named Rolfe. Personal witnesses who had known the parties in England and elsewhere, spoke to the fact of their always having been considered as man and wife, but none of them were present when the ceremony of marriage was performed. It further appeared that about two years ago Mr. J. J. Barnett knowing Cohen was free, asked the defendant, then known by the name of Meyers, if Cohen was at her house in Pitt street, upon which she answered in the negative, and requested the witness to say nothing about her name being Cohen. She described her husband as being a very bad man, expressed a fear that he would come and take what property she had from her children, and requested the witness to become trustee for them, which he did. Some time afterwards, however, Cohen arrived in Sydney, and on receiving 20l. promised to leave the colony and not trouble the defendant any more. The complainant having stated that be could produce parties from a distance who were present at the marriage at a synagogue in London, the case was remanded for a fortnight.

"CHARGE OF BIGAMY", The Sydney Morning Herald (22 July 1843), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12425242 

It will be seen by our Police Report that there is a case of bigamy at present under investigation before that Court. The hearing of the case commenced yesterday, before Mr. Windeyer and Alderman Broughton; it occupied the Court for upwards of two hours, and was then adjourned for a fortnight, to allow the complainant time to produce a witness residing at Goulburn, named Myers, a cousin of the defendant, who, it is alleged, saw the first marriage celebrated in London. The parties are Lewis Cohen, a man who had been transported for seven years from Van Diemen's Land to a penal settlement, where he became free about the year 1841. The defendant is a Mrs. Rolfe, late Myers, whose present husband keeps a music-shop in Pitt-street. From the evidence given yesterday, it appears that the complainant and defendant were married in London, after the Hebrew form, about twenty years ago, and while in London the defendant bore complainant two children. They afterwards went to Van Diemen's Land, where the complainant was convicted, and transported to a penal settlement for seven years. After his conviction, a robbery took place, when some shoes belonging to one of the complainant's children were stolen, and on the discovery of the robber, the defendant appeared before the Police Bench there, and afterwards before Mr. Justice Montagu, and swore, in both instances, that she was married to the complainant; that the shoes, &c., were her property; and on the conviction of the party then tried, the shoes were given up to her. During the time the complainant was at the penal settlement, the defendant came to Sydney and carried on business under the name of Mrs. Myers, until about eighteen months ago, when the complainant also come to Sydney, but, he being very poor, she refused to have anything to say to him, on the ground that while they were living together he had used her very ill; and to protect the property she had accumulated, she, by the intervention of Mr. Barnett, the agent, got an assignment made of the whole to her children. After a short time spent in fruitlessly endeavouring to make a reconciliation, the complainant agreed to take £20, out of which his passage was to be paid to Van Diemen's Land, while he in consideration of the said sum, agreed that he would not at any future period trouble, annoy, or in any way interfere with the defendant. On the 13th [sic] of August, 1842, the defendant again married a person named Rolfe, with whom she is at present living. It was also given in evidence by the Rev. B. Lewis Watson, minister of St. Andrew's parish, here, that he solemnised the said marriage by a special license, in which the defendant stated that she was a widow named Meurs; that soon after the marriage had been celebrated, Mr. Watson having been given to understand that the defendant had gone by the name of Myers, and was not a resident in his parish, called on her and Rolfe for an explanation, but none was given him. The Court, so far as the case had gone, did not see that there was even evidence sufficient to justify it in holding the defendant to bail; but, as there were strong points for suspicion, the case was postponed for a fortnight, for the reason already mentioned.

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (31 July 1843), 3

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PIANOFORTES.
A large assortment of the above direct from the relatives of the undersigned, William Rolfe and Sons ex Rachel, from London, T. ROLFE respectfully announces to Teetotal and other Bands, that he can supply or repair brass and other Instruments of every description in the best manner, and at the lowest remunerative terms.
Removing to his former residence, Hunter-street, near the Union Bank.

"COMMITTAL FOR BIGAMY", The Sydney Morning Herald (5 August 1843), 2-3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12423173 

Yesterday, Rachel Mears, late Cohen, now Rolfe, appeared at the Police Office, before Mr. Windeyer and Alderman Broughton, having appeared about ten days ago at the same place, to answer a charge of bigamy, preferred against her by her first husband, a freed man, for having lately married a music-seller of Sydney, named Rolfe, with whom she is now living . . . [3] . . . The Court considered that as it had doubts on the case, she ought to be allowed bail, herself in £80, and two sureties in £40 each, which being put in, she left the Court.

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (11 August 1843), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12424092 

NEW MUSIC AND PIANOFORTES, JUST RECEIVED EX RACHEL & EUPHRATES,
From the relatives of the undersigned, WILLIAM ROLFE & SONS, LONDON,
To be followed by Consignments by every Ship.
THOMAS ROLFE respectfully announces that the above will be ready for public inspection, by Thursday, the 10th instant. He will receive a small case of Music by every ship from London, which will ensure a constant supply of the newest Music, suited to the demands of the Colony.
Having made arrangements with the only manufacturer of Military and other instruments in the Colony, T. R. particularly calls to attention of Military, Teetotal, and other Bands, to a splendid assortment of Brass Instruments, which will be ready for inspection in the course of the ensuing week.
All instruments of the kind will be made of the best possible materials, and at the very lowest remunerative prices. All repairs entrusted to his care, whether Military, Orchestral, or in his own particular branch as a Pianoforte maker, will be done in the best possible manner, and should any reasonable fault be found, no charge will be made.
Regent-terrace, Hunter-street.

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (12 September 1843), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12413287 

MUSIC AT HALF-PRICE.
JUST PUBLISHED, Jullien's celebrated Nightingale Waltzes.
T. ROLFE, Hunter-street.
Every description of Pianofortes tuned for 5s.

SUPREME COURT. CRIMINAL SIDE. THURSDAY [12 October]", The Australian (14 October 1843), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article37116995 

The following prisoners were discharged: - . . . Rachael Rolfe, for bigamy, no case . . .

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (16 October 1843), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12423097 

MUSIC AT HALF PRICE. JULLIEN'S Nightingale Waltzes, and Quadrilles from Auber's Opera "Le Fiance." Dos Santos's Quadrilles, "Les Etoiles," "Les Portugaises," "Les Pappillons." Pianos tuned for 5s. ROLFE, Hunter-street.

"NEW MUSIC", The Australian (9 April 1844), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article37124141

(1.) Prince Albert Quadrilles. The Royal Eleventh Huzzars. Adapted to the figures of the Lancers, and arranged for the piano-forte by John Weippert.

(2). "I'll speak of thee, I'll love thee too." Written by Maurice M. C. Dowling, Esq. The Music composed and dedicated, to the Countess of Essex by Miss M. B. Hawes.

Mr. Rolfe, of George-street, has just published two exceedingly well got-up reprints of the above popular compositions. The first will be purchased by the votaries of Terpsichore with somewhat of melancholy interest, it being one the latest of poor John Weippert's offerings to the quadrillists' shrine. The set is arranged in his usual graceful and effective style. The second is a delicious ballad from the pen of a fair, though far-distant friend, of ours, Miss Maria B. Hawes, whose musical rendering of Maurice Dowling's charming poetry, partakes nothing of the mystical romanticism but too often found in modern music wedded to the verses of our more florid poets, but forcibly tells of the excellent school in which she has studied. Very appropriately, indeed, has it been dedicated to the "songstress of old," the Countess of Essex, to whom the extreme legitimacy of its outline, will prove its highest recommendation. We cordially recommend both of the above pieces to the lovers of dance and song.

ASSOCIATIONS: John Weippert (composer); Catherine Stephens (countess of Essex, vocalist)

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (25 July 1844), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12426016

MUSIC at HALE-PRICE.
Pianofortes tuned at Five shillings each; Removed, Repaired, and Let on Hire.
THOMAS ROLFE'S CHEAP MUSIC WAREHOUSE, George-street, near Hunter-street.

Hobart Town, VDL (TAS) (by September 1844):

[Advertisement], The Courier [Hobart, VDL (TAS)] (7 September 1844), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2950607

MUSIC-PIANOFORTES of every description TUNED for 5s each,
by THOMAS ROLFE, from William Rolfe & Sons, London.
Communications, for the present, to be left at Mr. Tegg's, Stationer, Elizabeth-street.

ASSOCIATIONS: Samuel Tegg (bookseller)

[Advertisement], The Courier (21 September 1844), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2950538 

MUSIC of every description, consisting of Songs, Waltzes, Quadrilles, Overtures, Pianoforte Tutors, and easy Pianoforte Music, constantly on hand.
Pianofortes repaired. Tuning at 5s. each.
THOMAS ROLFE, From Wm. Rolfe and Sons, London.
Murray-street, nearly opposite St. David's Church.

[Advertisement], The Courier (22 October 1844), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2950378 

WILL be Published, November 1st, and to be continued monthly,
a New Musical Periodical, entitled THE TASMANIAN MUSICAL MISCELLANY, Price 2s.,
Combining QUANTITY, Ten pages, allowing sufficient space for two songs or pieces.
QUALITY, Nothing but really sterling music will be admitted.
CHEAPNESS, The price to subscribers being less than is ordinarily given for a single song, &c., which seldom exceeds five pages.
Subscribers' names received at Rolfe's, Music Seller, Murray-street, and at the office of the Courier.

[Advertisement], The Courier (12 November 1844), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2950280 

TUNING at LONDON PRICES. - For the future the undersigned will TUNE every description of PIANOFORTES, in town, at 3s 6d each. Nov. 8. THOMAS ROLFE.

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (9 December 1844), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12410357 

CORNET A PISTONS - Two brilliant toned instruments for sale. For particulars apply to Mrs. Rolfe, 500, George-street.

[Advertisement], The Courier (31 December 1844), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article2950093 

THE undersigned respectfully announces his REMOVAL to Elizabeth-street, NEAR DAVIS'S LATE STATIONERY WAREHOUSE.
Musical instruments of every description repaired Pianofortes tuned, in town, at 3s 6d each.
THOMAS ROLFE, Music Seller, From Wm. Rolfe & Sons, London.

"PIANOFORTES", The Cornwall Chronicle (29 January 1845), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article66268005

A Mr. Thomas Rolfe, from the house of William Rolfe & Sons, of London, advertises [at Hobart] to tune pianofortes at 3s. 6d. each. The usual charge made here, a year or two back was two guineas.

[Advertisement], The Observer (5 June 1845), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article62137448 

T. ROLFE, FROM WILLIAM ROLFE & SONS, LONDON,
PIANOFORTE MAKER, 27, ELIZABETH STREET.
Pianofortes tuned, in Town, at 3s. 6d. each.

Launceston, VDL (TAS) (by September 1845):

"ORGANIST OF ST. JOHN'S CHURCH", The Cornwall Chronicle [Launceston, VDL (TAS)] (24 September 1845), 186

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article66268905

This appointment has been given to Mr. T. Rolfe, who is the son of Mr. Rolfe the Piano-forte maker, of Cheapside in London. Mr. T. Rolfe purposes establishing himself in the town, as a Tuner and Repairer of Piano-fortes.

[Advertisement], Launceston Examiner (4 October 1845), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article36241775 

T. ROLFE, from WM. ROLFE & SONS, LONDON,
PIANOFORTE MAKER, TUNER, and REPAIRER,
Elizabeth-street, opposite St. John's Church Schools.
*** COUNTRY TUNINGS according to distance. Oct. 3.

"SAINT JOHN'S CHURCH SUNDAY AND DAY SCHOOLS", The Cornwall Chronicle (1 November 1845), 294-95

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article66269625

. . . [295] . . . We understand that considerable exertions are being made by the new organist of the Church, for the improvement of the children in Sacred Psalmody; but as Mr. Rolfe has only been in Launceston a few weeks, it would be unfair to give an opinion about their proficiency. Great pains are always necessary to maintain discipline, where there is a large number of ; and in no place are the beauty and comfort of order more apparent, than at Church. Where the young ones are trained to take an active part in the chants and responses of our sublime service, with becoming reverence and devotion, it is truly delightful, and eminently calculated to inspire in the minds of the congregation, those sacred feelings which should be entertained at Divine Service. We have heard that the Bishop was pleased to compliment Mr. Rolfe on the performance of Sunday. The voluntary played at the commencement (selected from one of Casalis' Masses) was truly grand and soul-inspiring, and was executed in a manner highly creditable to the performer.

ASSOCIATIONS: Francis Russell Nixon (bishop)

MUSIC: Giovanni Battista Casali (composer)

"MADAME GAUTROT'S CONCERT", The Cornwall Chronicle (18 February 1846), 132

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article66268551

Thanks to Madame Gautrot (not forgetting her patrons, the Brethren of St. John's Lodge) for an agreeable musical treat last evening, at the Olympic Theatre . . . Besides the military band, whose services merit much praise, we have pleasure to advert to the professional talents of Messrs. Anderson and Rolfe, both residents, and known as skilful pianists. These rendered able assistance last evening, and their perseverance and success as musical men, are known to many ladies and gentlemen of the neighbourhood. Mr. Howson, senior, performed several pieces on the violin, accompanied by Mr. Rolfe on the piano forte. Of these performances we cannot speak too highly, and next to Madame's enchanting vocalism, Mr. Howson's exertions were highly applauded . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Madame Gautrot (vocalist); James Henri Anderson (pianist); Francis Howson (violin); Band of the 96th Regiment

[Advertisement], Launceston Examiner (29 August 1846), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article36246157 

T. ROLFE (from Wm. Rolfe & Sons, London), PIANOFORTE TUNER and REPAIRER,
Elizabeth-street, between St. John's School and Church. Country tunings according to distance.
Music provided for quadrille parties. August 27.

"THE ST. ANDREW'S BALL", The Cornwall Chronicle (28 November 1846), 921

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article65941622 

This entertainment is fixed for Tuesday evening, to take place at Mr. Gee's large new Building, in Charles street. The whole of the music is to be got up by Mr. Rolfe, the talented organist of St. John's Church, assisted by Mr. John Howson, and from the extensive preparations being made, and the well appointed list of stewards, the ball may be expected to go off with much eclat.

"THE ST. ANDREW'S BALL", The Cornwall Chronicle (5 December 1846), 941

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article65941607 

The Anniversary Ball took place on Tuesday, at the stores of Messrs. Borrodaile, Gore & Co., in St. John-street, and owing to the excellent arrangements of the Stewards went off with much satisfaction to the numerous company assembled; nearly 300 persons were present, including the elite of the northern side of the island, and many ladies and gentlemen from the interior districts. The Ball was opened by a reel at ten - after which, dancing was kept up with great spirit till half-past twelve. Supper was then announced . . . Dancing was resumed, and kept up till a late hour next morning, the ball being closed by a reel . . . We cannot forbear noticing the orchestral arrangements, which, under the direction of Mr. Rolfe, comprised all the musical talent of Launceston, and amply compensated by their judicious exertions for their paucity of numbers. Led by Mr. A. Howson, and ably sustained by Messrs. Howson, senior, and Rolfe, and the intermediate instruments, we were truly astonished at the pretty effect produced by the united exertions of the above gentlemen, on considering the disadvantages under which they laboured through their platform being at least three feet too high, and being surrounded by evergreens. The general satisfaction evinced, shows the propriety of engaging a private band, instead of the military - not only in justice to them as professional men - but from their more perfect knowledge of the proper effect to be produced in a ball-room by their respective instruments, of which the military necessarily cannot be so cognizant.

ASSOCIATIONS: Alfred Howson (violinist, not John Howson as reported earlier)

"ANOTHER BLOW", The Cornwall Chronicle (9 December 1846), 951

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article65942003 

Dr. Browne has given another blow to the St. John's Church affairs, by ordering the chanting to be discontinued, much to the disappointment of the few remaining members of the congregation. Does the Reverend. Doctor aim at destroying the interests of this Church altogether - or what earthly motive can dictate this insane policy? The young men associated for improving psalmody, under Mr. Rolfe's able management appear to be quite disheartened at this new freak of Dr. Browne's, and it is really time that the friends of the Church interfered, to prevent the entire desertion of the pews.

ASSOCIATIONS: William Henry Browne (clergyman)

"NEW YEAR'S DAY", The Cornwall Chronicle (2 January 1847), 6

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article65943823

This once-merry season of the year has come, and gone almost like ordinary days - the only difference being a few family gatherings - a pigeon match or two, a voyage down the Tamar, and a ball and supper given by the officers of the 11th, at their rooms in Cameron-street. The latter affair was, we are told exceedingly well got up, the tables plentifully and tastefully laid out, the company select, and the dancing kept up until a respectable hour this morning. Messrs. Howson and Rolfe gave much satisfaction by the excellence of the musical arrangements.

"To the Editor of . . .", The Cornwall Chronicle (23 January 1847), 65

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article65942868 

MR. EDITOR, - We observe in Wednesday's number of that most canting and truckling print, the Xaminer, a paragraph headed "Concert," in which our attempts to benefit a charitable institution are grossly impugned; we are charged with using the "name of God to induce respectable people to become spectators of disgusting buffoonery;" so atrocious a statement is precisely what might be expected from the foulest concentration of sordid hypocrisy, blasphemy, and malevolence that ever produced a fetid Fungus in the shape of a Newspaper; the Fungus, alias the Xaminer, is too notorious for its lies to gain belief in anything that appears in it; still, we feel it due to ourselves to cast back in the teeth of the writer of the paragraph alluded to, his foul and cowardly slander; we defy him to point out in the amateur performance the most distant approximation to "disgusting buffoonery" of that we ever irreverently mentioned the name of God. We were influenced by the purest motives in getting up the amateur performances; the object failed because they were not supported as their should have been, and the loss has been paid by us; what have the dastaerd scriblers of the Fungus Examiner to do with it? We recommend the presiding or responsible genius of the Fungus to take a proper care of it, that it, if the living death it enjoys in the family of disgusting excrescences be deemed worthy to be retained, otherwise it may suffer the penalty of the saimese tumour and become incorporated with the dunghill filth from which it was spawned. Had the contemptible wretch who penned the paragraph been present at the amateur performances, instead of sotting his time away in tap-rooms, gambling, on in brothels, it would be more creditable to him. -
We are Sir, yours, &c.
M. L. GOODWIN.
THOS. ROLFE.
[In the belief that it is a folly to cast pearls before swine, we approve of the manner in which the cowardly cur-like paragraph of the "Fungus," is answered; the dirty snobs are industrious in calumny, and lies, and are fairly entitled to the execration of the community; but what other than hypocrisy and all uncharitableness can be expected from such a source? - ED. C. C.]

ASSOCIATIONS: The concert in question, in which Rolfe apparently took part, was presented by Edmund Leffler; see the Examiner's review,
"CONCERT", Launceston Examiner (20 January 1847), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article36251126 

"TO THE EDITOR . . . LITERARY DISTINCTION", Launceston Examiner (30 January 1847), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article36251200

SIR. - Perceiving by your last paper, that you are disposed to encourage colonial aspirants to - literary fame, I beg to introduce to your notice, as well as to the notice of your readers, the name of Mr. Thomas Rolfe, a musical gentleman of this Town, whose signature, attached to a production distinguished by classical taste of no ordinary character, appears in the Chronicle of the 23rd instant. It would be encroaching too much on your good nature, or I would request you to transfer the letters to your columns. It is a pity Mr. Rolfe should lose any position of credit and notoriety to which the production so eminently entitles him. As a professional candidate for public favour, Mr. R. will no doubt feel much indebted to you, for the admission of this notice into your paper. In order to guarantee the respectability of the production to which I have invited attention, it is only necessary to observe that Mr. Medmar Goodwin is associated with Mr. Rolfe, and that every line indicates that the fertile brain, ready wit, and classical knowledge of the elder Goodwin have been tasked to the full.
- Yours &c., &c.
JUBAL.

"CHURCH MUSIC", The Cornwall Chronicle (3 March 1847), 175

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article65942298 

We are pleased to find a disposition in the minister and Congregation of Trinity Church to promote and encourage the improvement of Sacred Harmony, which has ever been found so useful an auxiliary in the Celebration of Divine Service. The Chaunting on Sunday evening was not discreditable to the singers, and shews what can be done by a little united and kindly attention to the duties of the Sanctuary. Every one must regret the disagreements connected with St. John's Church and the causes which it is said induced the Organist (Mr. Rolfe) to throw up his situation in disgust. We should not be surprised if the spirited congregation of Trinity were to set about procuring an Organ for that Church which is an important desideratum, and would induce many persons to attend, for whom music has its charms.

"TRINITY CHURCH", The Cornwall Chronicle (24 April 1847), 324

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article65944120

We understand the Revd. Mr. Reibey has procured a Seraphine for the above Church, on which Mr. Rolfe has undertaken to perform during the remainder of his stay in Launceston. We need not comment on the acquisition such an instrument will prove not only to the choir, but to the congregation generally. Mr. Rolfe commences his duties on Sunday evening.

"MRS. MERETON'S BENEFIT", The Cornwall Chronicle (15 May 1847), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article65943137 

In the programme for Monday evening's performances . . . an act of the play of "the Stranger" will be given, Mrs. Mereton taking the celebrated part of Mrs. Haller. A comic song by Mr. Mereton, and several well-selected dances, will be followed by a farce . . . We ought not to omit, that under the new management Mr. Rolfe is conductor, and Mr. Howson leader of the orchestra, assisted by several of the band of the 11th regiment.

ASSOCIATIONS: Olympic Theatre (Launceston), briefly under the management of John Herman Selwyn Lee (actor); Thomas Mereton (actor, vocalist) and wife; Band of the 11th Regiment (master, Charles Stier)

"DEPARTURES", Launceston Examiner (21 August 1847), 6

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article36252780 

August 20. - Brig Raven, 170 tons, Bell, master, for Melbourne; J. Haven, agent. Passengers . . . Mr. Mrs. and Miss Clarke . . . Mr. Rolfe . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Anne and Michael Clarke (actor and vocalist, and theatrical manager) and daughter

Melbourne, NSW (VIC) (August to October 1847):

"DIED", The Port Phillip Patriot and Morning Advertiser (22 September 1847), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article226514105 

On the 13th April last, aged 61, Mr. Thomas Hall Rolfe, of the firm of William Rolfe and Sons, Pianoforte Makers, Cheapside, London, and Uncle of Mr. T. Rolfe, of this place.

[Advertisement], The Port Phillip Patriot and Morning Advertiser (19 October 1847), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article226515613 

MR. ROLFE, PIANO-FORTE REPAIRER AND TUNER.
APPLICATIONS to be made at Mr. Pullar's Stationery Warehouse, Great Collins-street; or at Mr. Getten's, Mechanics' Arms Hotel, Little Collins-street, near St. Peter's Church, private entrance.
October 18, 1817.

England (from c. 1848):

? England census, 30 March 1851, St. Pancras Soper Lane, City of London; UK National Archives, HO 107 / 1530

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/8860/images/MDXHO107_1529_1530-0399 (PAYWALL)

Cheapside 75 / Thomas Rolfe / Head / Mar. / 30 / Gentleman / [born] City of London St. Mary Le Bow
Augusta [Rolfe] / Wife / Mar. / 25 / - / Surry

"PARTNERSHIPS DISSOLVED", Morning Advertiser [London] (17 October 1855), 2

https://www.britishnewspaperarchive.co.uk/viewer/bl/0001427/18551017/041/0002 (PAYWALL)

N. Rolfe, J. Rolfe, and T. Rolfe, Cheapside and Regent-street, piano-forte-maniufacturers

"PROVISIONAL PROTECTIONS", The mechanics' magazine (16 May 1857), 476

https://books.google.com.au/books?id=B_lYAAAAYAAJ&pg=PA476 

Dated April 9, 1857 . . . 1000. Thomas Rolfe, of Regent-street, London, pianoforte-manufacturer. Improvements in pianofortes . . .

"CERTIFICATES", The jurist (27 November 1858), 489

https://books.google.com.au/books?id=pVAwAAAAIAAJ&pg=PA489 

. . . Thomas Rolfe, Regent-street, and Marshall-street, Golden-square, pianoforte maker . . .

[Report], The law times (6 February 1864), 159

https://books.google.com.au/books?id=MhlCAQAAMAAJ&pg=PA159 

. . . In the first case before Mr. TYRWHITT, from the year 1855 THOMAS ROLFE carried on in Regent-street the business of a pianoforte-maker, using the trade-mark "Rolfe," or "Rolfe and Co." (which of the two, was not proved), "pianoforte-makers, Regent-street;" while his late partners carried on a like business in Cheapside, using the trade-mark "William Rolfe and Sons, Cheapside." In 1858 Thomas Rolfe became bankrupt. The Assignees gave him back his trade-mark plate (according to the reply of Mr. BRADLEIGH, from the office of Mr. LEVERSON, Great St. Helens, for the complainant). After 1858 THOMAS ROLFE carried on his business in Manchester under his own name, and made many pianofortes there, using his former trade mark. In June last he gave up his business there. He was not in business at the time of the hearing of the case. In the course of his business he applied his trade-mark to some pianofortes for hire which he did not make, and put it on one which he bought.

KELLY, an auctioneer, entered in his catalogue for sale by him in January last at his rooms in two lots, two pianofortes as having been made by ROLFE and Co. of Regent-street. Each bore on its fall-board the mark "ROLFE and Co., piano-forte makers, Regent-street," without authority from THOMAS ROLFE. The lots were put up for sale, and knocked down as sold. THOMAS ROLFE, when looking at them afterwards, was told by KELLY that they were sold. ROLFE demanded under the 6th section from KELLY information, which KELLY failed to give. Upon this ROLFE applied under the same section to Mr. TYRWHITT.

For the defendant, Mr. CROUCH, of the firm of CHAUNTLER and CROUCH, contended, first, that no trade-mark had been proved in a legal way, the mere assertion of the possession of a trade-mark not being proof enough; secondly, assuming that there was a trade-mark, it was deceptive, inasmuch as ROLFE admitted that he has placed it on pianofortes made by him at Manchester, and on other pianofortes not made by him; thirdly, that the property in the trade-mark was vested in the assignees. Mr. BRADLAUGH, in reply, first, produced the trade-mark plate, as evidence of ROLFE's property in it; secondly, contended that the trade-mark did not mean that the pianofortes were manufactured in Regent-street, but was a mark to which his talent had attached a certain reputation; thirdly, that the assignees, in handing back the plate, admitted they had no right to the mark. As to the improper use of the mark by ROLFE, the most respectable makers used their trade-marks on pianos which, though not of their manufacture, were of sufficient excellence to justify them in doing so.

Mr. TYRWHITT's judgment, given Feb. 2, after time for full consideration, was as follows, according to an apparently verbatim report in the Standard:

A system has long prevailed of affixing the names and trade-marks of first-rate manufacturers of all kinds of articles of trade to articles of the same kind, vamped up with inferior materials and workmanship. The fair trader thus lost credit in the market, while the expense of a suit in equity precluded any real remedy in a great majority of cases. It has been now attempted by the Legislature, by the 25 & 26 Vict. c. 83, to meet this evil. In this case the complainant is a pianoforte maker and the defendant an auctioneer. The offence charged is, in plain terms, selling two pianos bearing what is said to be a trade-mark of the complainant on them without lawful authority or excuse, and their not giving him full information in writing of the name and address of the person from whom the defendant obtained them, and of the time when he obtained them, as requierd by sect. 6 . . .

Colonial musical publications (see complete list here):

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/checklist-sheet-music-1834-c1850.php#Rolfe

Trading at:

Sydney, NSW, O'Connell Street, until March/April 1842

Sydney, NSW, Regent Terrace, Hunter Street, from April 1842 until November/December 1842

Sydney, NSW, 26 Pitt Street, November/December 1842 until July 1843

Sydney, NSW, Regent Terrace, Hunter Street, from July 1843 until December 1843/January 1844

Sydney, NSW, George Street, from December 1843/January 1844 until August/September 1844

Hobart Town, VDL (TAS), Murray Street, from September to December 1844

Hobart Town, VDL (TAS), Elizabeth Street, from December 1844 until mid 1845

Launceston, VDL (TAS), Elizabeth Street, by October 1845 to ? August 1847

England, London, "Thomas Rolfe, piano-forte maker, Regent Street, and Marshall Street", 1858

See also Rolfe & Sons pianos in colonial Australia:

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Rolfe+and+Sons+pianos (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

Bibliography and resources:

Martha Novak Clinkscale, Makers of the piano, volume 2, 1820-1860 (Oxford: Oxford University Press, 1999), 312-13

http://books.google.com.au/books?id=iqK3FPhQm5gC&pg=PA312 (PREVIEW)

Prue Neidorf, A guide to dating music published in Sydney and Melbourne, 1800-1899 (M.A. thesis, University of Wollongong, 1999), 228

http://ro.uow.edu.au/theses/2926/ (DIGITISED)

John Levi, These are the names: Jewish lives in Australia, 1788-1850 (Melbourne: Melbourne Univeristy Publishing, 2013), 156

https://books.google.com.au/books?id=QyJLDwAAQBAJ&pg=PA1879-IA37 (PREVIEW)

. . . on 27 July 1843, an embittered [Lewis] Cohen charged his wife with bigamy. While Cohen was in prison, Rachel had formed a relationship with a musician named Rolfe who lived in Pitt Street, Sydney. She had left Hobart Town, and on 23 August 1842, had married Mr. Rolfe. Cohen promptly arrived in Sydney, accepted £20 to keep quiet about her status, and then changing his mind, charged her with bigamy . . .

Exeter working papers in British book trade history; the London book trades 1775-1800: a preliminary checklist of members. Names R

http://bookhistory.blogspot.com.au/2007/01/london-1775-1800-r.html

ROLFE, William, music seller and publisher and pianoforte maker, 112, Cheapside 1797-1830. Trading: alone 1797-1807; as William Rolfe and sons 1808-1816; as William Rolfe and Co. 1817-1826; as William Rolfe and sons 1827-1830. Previously partner in Culliford, Rolfe and Barrow. Humphries and Smith.

ROLFE, William (William ROLFE; W. ROLFE; Mr. ROLFE; also ROLF)

Musician, pianist, organist, professor of music, teacher of music

Born London, England, 19 May 1828; baptised St. Mary, Islington, 15 June 1828; son of Uriah ROLFE and Sarah OVERTON
Married Marianne Jane LUCKETT (1834-1901), St. James's, Bermondsey, Surrey, England, 12 September 1852
Arrived Melbourne, VIC, November 1853 (per Blackwall, from London, 1 August)
Died Sandridge (Port Melbourne), VIC, 31 July 1877, aged "48/49"

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=William+Rolfe+1828-1877 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-R-2.php#ROLFE-William (shareable link to this entry)

DISAMBIGUATION: William Rolfe and Sons (English pianoforte makers, unrelated, whose instruments were advertised and sold in Australia; see Thomas Rolfe above)

Documentation:

Baptsisms, St. Mary, Islington, Middlesex, 1828; register 1827-35; London Metropolitan Archives, P83/Mry1/1278

https://www.ancestry.com.au/discoveryui-content/view/4683313:1558 (PAYWALL)

[Born] 1828 19 May / [baptised] [1828 June] 15 / [no.] 2311 / William S. of / Uriah & Sarah / Rolfe / Chapman St. / Clerk . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Uriah Rolfe (d. VIC, 1858) and Sarah Overton (d. VIC, 1858) married at St. George's Bloomsbury, London, on 20 September 1814

England census, 30 March 1851, Trinity, Finsbury, Islington; UK National Archives, HO107/1499/407/33

https://www.ancestry.com.au/discoveryui-content/view/1860917:8860 (PAYWALL)

10 Francis Street / Uriah Rolde / Head / Mar. / 59 / Barrister's Clerk / [born] Wilts Hackelston
Sarah / Wife / 59 / - / [born] Sussex Worthing
William / Son / 22 / Unm. / Barrister's [Clerk] / [born] Middlesex Islington
Daniel / Son / 20 / Unm. / General Clerk Solicitor's Office / [born Middlesex Islington]
Charlotte / Daur. / 12 / Scholar / [born Middlesex] Chelsea

ASSOCIATIONS: His parents (both died Sandridge, VIC, 1858) and two siblings listed above (along with Daniel's wife and infant child) arrived in Melbourne on the Henry Reed on 25 August 1857, all travelling under the name of Overton:

https://prov.vic.gov.au/archive/3B05F129-F96C-11E9-AE98-27F6998F8082?image=203 (DIGITISED)

1852, marriage solemnzied at St. James's church in the parish of Bermondsey in the county of Surrey; register 1837-66, page 223; London Metropolitan Archives, P71/JS/021

https://www.ancestry.com.au/discoveryui-content/view/2752185:1623 (PAYWALL)

No. 445 / September 12th, 1852 / William Rolfe / of full age / Bachelor / Barrister's Clerk / Grange Road / [son of] Uriah Rolfe / Barrister's Clerk
Marianne Jane Luckett / of full age / Spinster / - / [Grange Road] / [daughter of] Henry Luckett / Sheriff's Officer . . .

Names and descriptions of passengers per Blackwall, from London, 1 August 1853, for Port Phillip, November 1853; Public Record Office Victoria

https://prov.vic.gov.au/archive/3404E19C-F96C-11E9-AE98-FBBBD63BD0BC?image=788 (DIGITISED)

. . . Rolfe William / 24 / [Miner] // Mary Ann / 19 / Wife / [English] / [for Port Phillip]

"BIRTHS", The Argus [Melbourne, VIC] (17 April 1855), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4806831 

On the 13th inst., at Sandridge, Mrs. William Rolfe, of a son.

ASSOCIATIONS: William Wharton Rolfe (died Brunswick, VIC, 9 November 1933)

[Advertisement], The Argus (3 November 1856), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article7139429 

SANDRIDGE COFFEE HOUSE, Sandridge.
Messrs. OAK and BAPTISTE respectfully inform the public that their
Splendid New Concert Hall will be Opened on Monday next, with the following Company:
Madame Naej, Mrs. Pendleton, and Mr. Pendleton.
Pianist and Conductor - Mr. W. Rolfe.

ASSOCIATIONS: Madame Leon Naej (vocalist); John and Emma Pendleton (vocalists)

[Advertisement], The Argus (5 March 1857), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article7145616 

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: James Houston (vocalist); Eliza Oakey (vocalist); John Taylor (vocalist); Charles Legrew (violin); Ship Hotel (Sandridge / Port Melbourne venue)

[Advertisement], The Argus (20 June 1857), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article7133881 

FREEMASONS' HOTEL. - Engagement of Mr. W. ROLFE, Pianist, from Tilke's Hotel, &c. . . .
Miss MORTIMER, the Geelong Favourite, will sing "Bonnie Dundee" To-night . . .
Mr. and Mrs. NEWMAN'S First Appearance To-night. Come early. New Duet, &c. . . .
First Night of the "Virginian Dentist," Mr. LEGREW and W. HOWSON . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Margaret Mortimer (Mrs. Newman) (vocalist); George Newman (vocalist); Walter Howson (musician); William Tilke (venue proprietor); Tilke's City Hotel (Melbourne venue)

Assessment to the Borough Rate, 8 November 1865, Borough of Sandridge; Public Record Office Victoria, 2333/P, VPRS 586

https://www.ancestry.com.au/discoveryui-content/view/records?recordId=3240130 (PAYWALL)

No. 1299 / Rolfe William / Musician / O[wner] O[ccupier] / 3 rooms Wood & Land . . . Graham Street . . .

[Advertisement], Record [Emerald Hill, VIC] (22 October 1868), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article108478380 

SHIP HOTEL. FREE CONCERT HALL, BAY STREET, SANDRIDGE.
MORE ATTRACTION! . . . Pianist, W. ROLFE, M.R.A.M.
Violinist, Mr. G. MANSFIELD. SOLE PROPRIETOR, C. C. SHARP.

[Advertisement], Record (20 May 1869), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article108478912 

SHIP HOTEL. FREE CONCERT HALL,
BAY STREET, SANDRIDGE. MORE ATTRACTION!
The proprietor has much pleasure in informing the public that
ON EASTER MONDAY, MARCH 29TH, and every evening till further notice, will be produced,
on a scale of magnificence never before attempted out of Melbourne,
with all the scientific and startling effects, the Tragical, Comical, Demonical, and whatever you like to call it Burlesque,
uniting in its construction the romantic pathos of the well-known ballad "Alonzo and Imogene"
with the THRILLING HORRORS of Goethe's FAUST!
with entire New Scenery by Mr. OPIE.
Also, an entire NEW BURLESQUE COMPANY!
[manicule] Farce, Comedy, Singing, and Dancing Every Evening!
Pianist, Mr. W. ROLFE.
SOLE PROPRIETOR, CHAS. C. SHARP.

ASSOCIATIONS: Edward Andrew Opie (scenic artist)

"THE NEWS OF THE DAY", The Age (14 March 1871), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article203009644 

The ball and concert got up by the lumpers and other working men of Sandridge for the benefit of Morris Carroll, came to a very successful issue on Thursday evening last, over 1100 people being present . . . Mr. W. Rolfe, pianist, and Mr. Faulkner's band supplied the music . . .

[Advertisement], Record (29 June 1871), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article108480616 

MR. W. ROLFE, Teacher of the Pianoforte,
(Twenty-five years' experience).
Pupils attended at their own residence,
or at MR. ROLFE'S, ESPLANADE, SANDRIDGE.
Terms (moderate) on application.

[News], Record (13 June 1872), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article108481302 

A very pleasant little re-union took place in the Town Hall, Sandridge, last Thursday evening, on the occasion of Mr. W. Rolfe's pupil concert. The several performers, both vocal and instrumental, were loudly applauded, which must have been extremely gratifying to Mr. Rolfe. It would be invidious for us to particularise one more than another, unless we except the excellent singing of Miss H. Doyle in the song of "Kathleen Mavourneen," which was enthusiastically received. Several ladies and gentlemen assisted, amongst whom were Mrs. Power, Messrs. E. Stewart, Glennon, Donovan, &c. After the concert, a quadrille assembly took place, at which Mr. Faulkner's well-known quadrille band took part.

[News], Record (4 July 1872), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article108481351 

There was a large attendance at the concert and ball held in the Emerald Hill Orderly-room last Friday evening, celebrating the second anniversary of the S.S. Peter and Paul's branch of the Hibernian-Australasian Catholic Benefit Society, and no doubt the new Catholic church will receive a substantial addition to their building fund. Madamo Sanderson favored the audience with some choice ballads in her well-known pleasing manner. Amongst the other lady contributors, the most successful was Miss M. Doyle's "Kathleen Mavourneen," (which song we had occasion to notice recently at Mr. Rolfe'e concert at Sandridge) . . . A flute solo was artistically played by Mr. Adam Clerke . . . Mr. T. Ewart was in exccllont voice, and gave "Let me like a soldier fall" successfully . . . The accompanist on the occasion was Mr. M. O'Gorman, who we believe intends taking more closely to the profession . . . Mr. C. P. Denning officiated as M.C., and his well-known quadrille band was in attandance, consisting of Mr. J. F. Jones, violin; Brothers Faulkner, harp and flute; Mr. Denning, drum and bells. We noticed a valuable addition to this band, in the introduction of an harmonium, played by Mr. W. Rolfe, which has a most pleasing effect in the dance music hitherto unknown.

ASSOCIATIONS: Adam Clerke (flute); Thomas Ewart (vocalist); Michael O'Gorman (pianist); Cornelius Peter Denning (dancing master)

[Advertisement], The Record and Emerald Hill and Sandridge Advertiser (17 April 1873), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article108496787 

LADIES AND GENTLEMEN desirous of becoming Members of the
Sandridge GLEE and MADRIGAL SOCIETY will please meet at the
Royal Hotel, Bay-street, on WEDNESDAY evening next, at Eight p.m.
W. ROLFE, Pianist.

Probate and administration, William Rolfe, teacher of music, died 31 July 1877, Sandridge; Public Record Office Victoria

https://prov.vic.gov.au/archive/0BEB9553-F1D4-11E9-AE98-9D023EC35E7B?image=1 (DIGITISED)

https://prov.vic.gov.au/archive/E25733BF-F1DE-11E9-AE98-1D1DD4AAA8FA?image=1 (DIGITISED)

"IN THE EARLY DAYS. A Reminiscence. By 'AUTOLICUS'", Standard [Port Melbourne, VIC] (9 January 1904), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article164440599 

. . . At the old Ship in the evening crowds used to assemble, attracted by the programme, which was always good . . . The stock company at the Ship about this time was a very strong one, including the names of the Misses Emma Stafford, Letitia Riley, Alice Feley, Nora Huxley, Jenny and Agnes Glen and others, Messrs. Edward Farley, Sam Holdsworth, Alf. Massey, R. Alexander, John Riley, Bill Wells, Tom Gill, Billy West, Jack May, and two gentlemen known as "Big Fred", and "Flash Fred". A. Opie was the scenic artist and W. Rolfe, father of the present W. W. Rolfe, leader of the orchestra. Edward Farley, I think, made his first appearance here . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Edward Farley (vocalist)

"AT POVERTY POINT", The bulletin (30 March 1916), 9

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/233432189 

"Old 'Un": I am reminded by "Ami's" par. (B. 23/3/16) that the late Ted (or Ned) Farley owed his career to the education he got from a musical curiosity named Rolfe, the pianist and conductor of the sailors' "free and easy" music-hall at the Ship Inn, Sandridge, an old-time pub recently delicensed. Rolfe was also organist to the local Anglican church, and used to slip his favorite boys from the choir into the show as a treat. The performance was on the lines of modern vaudeville. Every Christmas they put on a pantomime, at which a charge was made for admission. Farley was billed as "The Sydney Lion Comique," and sang such things as "Why Shouldn't Paddy be a Gentleman?" in a raucous baritone voice. Rolfe's tuition altered this and pushed Farley up. A large number of the early Minstrel favorites graduated from the "Ship." Some, like Farley, climbed higher. Tom Rainford sang there immediately prior to joining the Weston and Hussey Minstrels.

Bibliography and resources:

Enid N. Matthews, Colonial organs and organ builders (Melbourne: Melbourne University Press, 1969), 143

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/32617107 

Port Melbourne (Sandridge) HOLY TRINITY CHURCH . . . Organists: 1861, Mr. Rolfe; 1866, Mr. Williamson . . .

William Rolfe, Find a grave

https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/192564179/william-rolfe 

ROLLAND, Madame (Madame ROLLAND)

Vocalist

Active Melbourne and Beechworth, VIC, 1857

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

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-R-2.php#ROLLAND-Madame (shareable link to this entry)

Summary:

[Advertisement], Ovens and Murray Advertiser [Beechworth, VIC] (27 July 1857), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article113016152 

FREE CONCERT, EVERY Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday Evenings, EL DORADO HOTEL,
Mdle. ROLLAND, From Melbourne.
Mdle. SCHLUTER, Pianist and Vocalist.
Herr KRAMER, From the Royal Concert Rooms, Budah and Pesth, Hungary.
Mr. and Mrs. PENDLETON, In their Comic Scenes.
ALSO, MR. PENDLETON In his Unequalled Performance on the Bones and Three Tambourines. ADMISSION FREE.

ASSOCIATIONS: Alwine Schluter (vocalist, pianist); John and Emma Pendelton (vocalists); Herr Kramer (alias of Lazarus Grosse, vocalist), the real "Herr Kramer", Julius Haimberger was also performing in Beechworth at that time

[Advertisement], Ovens and Murray Advertiser [Beechworth, VIC] (1 September 1857), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article113016575 

EL DORADO CONCERT HALL . . . On Tuesday, September 1st, AND EVERY EVENING During the week. In addition to the Astounding Performances of the Wizard, there will be a CONCERT Supported by the following talent: -
Miss Juliana King, Mr. Percival, Madame Rolland and Mr. John Black, And Mr. Thompson.
Admission, 2s 6d; Reserved Seats, 5s . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Juliana King (vocalist); Charles Percival (vocalist); John Black (comic vocalist)

ROLWEGAN, George (George ROLWEGAN; G. ROLWEGAN)

Music publisher, bookbinder

Born Glasgow, Scotland, 11 December 1812
Married Maria LAMONT (C. 1811-1882), Glasgow, Scotland, 7 June 1831
Arrived Hobart Town, VDL (TAS), 18 February 1834 (per Othello, from Liverpool, 26 August 1833)
Died (at sea) Bay of Biscay, 10 January 1866 (in wreck of the London)

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=George+Rolwegan+1812-1866 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://stors.tas.gov.au/AI/NG1326 (TAS Archives)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-R-2.php#ROLWEGAN-George (shareable link to this entry)

Summary:

A Scot himself, Hobart bookbinder and occasional publisher probably only issued this single lithographed musical print, Caller herrin ("The Celebrated Scotch Song . . . as sung by Mr. J. R. Black, with symphony from Knapton's variations") on 31 December 1861. Notably, he made no mention of the fact that his fellow townswoman, Augusta Packer, was daughter of the song's composer, Nathaniel Gow, though her son Frederick Augustus Packer did deputise as pianist for John Reddie Black on one occasion.

Documentation:

[Advertisement], The Hobart Town Courier (17 November 1837), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4168823

BOOKBINDING. GEORGE HOWARD, BEGS leave . . . to intimate, that he has removed from his late residence in Harrington street, to Elizabeth street, (opposite Mr. Wilkinson's, Druggist), where being joined by Mr. GEORGE ROLWEGAN, the Bookbinding business will in future be carried on under the firm of HOWARD AND ROLWEGAN . . .

[Advertisement], The Mercury (31 December 1861), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article8803285

"NEW MUSIC", The Mercury (31 December 1861), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article8803292 

We have received a copy of the celebrated Scotch song "Caller Herrin," which Mr. Black, the Vocalist, rendered so popular in Hobart Town, It is published by Mr. Rolwegan, of Collins Street, having been lithographed by J. Alvarez, of Warwick Street. The frontispiece is a beautiful specimen of illuminated lithography, and contains a vignette of St. Giles', Edinburgh, whilst in another vignette is a "Scotch lassie," vending " Caller Herrin." As a specimen of colonial art, it is highly creditable, and we can only hope that both the publisher and the lithographer may meet with that success which their enterprise deserves.

ASSOCIATIONS: John Alvarez (lithographer); John Reddie Black (vocalist)

[Advertisement], The Mercury (1 January 1862), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article8803317

Now Ready,
THE CELEBRATED SCOTCH SONG "CALLER HERRIN,"
(With beautifully Illustrated Title Page,)
As sung by Mr. J. R. BLACK,
With an Introduction from KNAPTON'S VARIATIONS.
Published by GEORGK ROLWEGAN, Collins-street; and may be had of all Booksellers.
Price 2s., or by Post, 2s 6d.

"THE FOUNDERING OF THE STEAMSHIP LONDON", The Mercury (19 March 1866), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article8838292 

The news of the calamitous foundering of the steamship London in the Bay of Biscay on her voyage to Melbourne, as noticed in our extra on Saturday, produced a profound impression in this city, the sensation being enhanced by the fact that of the two hundred and twenty souls that perished, several were locally known here. To testify the public sympathy, not only were the flags of the ships in port half-masted, but a great number of shops were partially closed. Among the unfortunate deceased persons might be mentioned Mr. George Rolwegan, a colonist of many years' standing, who carried on business as a bookseller and stationer in Collins-street. He went home by the Great Britain, twelve months ago, to obtain the benefit of surgical skill for cataract, with which he had been afflicted for several months previously. He was at all times much respected as a man of strict probity in his commercial transactions, for his amiable disposition, and his public spirit. For many years Mr. Rolwegan was actively engaged as a Sabbath School teacher in connection with the Independents, and part of the time as Superintendent of the Battery Point School. When his affliction necessitated his resigning that position, a very flattering and substantial testimonial of esteem was presented to him . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Also among the dead, John Woolley (professor, University of Sydney)

Musical sources:

The celebrated Scotch song, Caller herrin, as sung by Mr. J. R. Black, with symphony from Knapton's variations (Hobart Town: published by G. Rolwegan, [1861/62]; printed by J. Alvarez)

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/9854497 

https://stors.tas.gov.au/ILS/SD_ILS-538799 (DIGITISED)

SOURCE (symphony): Caller Herring . . . with variations (Philip Knapton)

Owner bound album of sheet music; half-bound in leather by G. Rolwegan, Hobart Town; State Library Tasmania

https://trove.nla.gov.au/version/48063786 

This book of mostly imported music also contains copies of colonial works by Joseph Reichenberg, John Howson, and Francis Hartwell Henslowe.

Other resources:

[Records] [manuscript] George Rolewegan; Archives Office of Tasmania, NG 1326

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/157373078

https://stors.tas.gov.au/AI/NG1326

Diary kept by George Rolwegan during a voyage to Tasmania in the Othello, 1833-34

ROMBO SOMBO (also ROMBO SOBO; RAMBO SAMBO)

Black-face character, delineator, dancer, vocalist

Active Sydney, NSW, 1844; Adelaide, SA, 1847

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

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-R-2.php#ROMBO-SOMBO (shareable link to this entry)

Summary:

Rombo Sombo (or Rombo Sobo) was a blackface character associated with the circle of the actor and entertainer George Coppin in Sydney in 1844 and Adelaide in 1847. The name is probably derived from the character Rambo Sambo, developed by the American entertainer Ned Harper in the late 1830.

It is not clear who first adopted the character in Sydney in 1844; however, in Adelaide in 1847, it was identified with a "Mr. Macdonald", perhaps Alexander McDonald.

In both Sydney and Adelaide, it was associated with dancing and singing of the song Lucy Long.

As late as 1851, at Geelong, William Evans also briefly sustained the character.

Documentation:

[Advertisement], Southern Reporter and Cork Commercial Courier [Cork, Ireland] (24 March 1838), 2

https://www.britishnewspaperarchive.co.uk/viewer/bl/0000876/18380324/012/0002 (PAYWALL)

ROYAL VICTORIA THEATRE. COOK-STREET . . .
On Monday Evening, March 26 . . . First Appearance of the Celebrated American Comedian MR. HARPER -
The real originator of the JIM CROW SCHOOL, from the New York, Boston, and Philadelphia Theatres, who is engaged for a few nights only . . .
To conclude with the New American Drama, called RAMBO SAMBO.
Rambo Sambo - the Free [REDACTED] - Mr. E. Harper.
In which he will Sing "Sick a getting up Stairs,"
with the inimitable Virginian [REDACTED] Dance, and with Miss VILLARS, the Duet of "Zip Coon,” and "Air the Cachuca" . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Ned Harper (American [? English] blackface entertainer)

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

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

COPPIN'S LARGE SALOON. EXTRA ATTRACTION.
THIS Evening (Saturday), June 29, and the following week . . .
THE THREE RIVAL [REDACTED],
Yankee Phillips - Jim Brown, and Rombo Sobo, will screech their celebrated [REDACTED] Melodies, accompanied by their Break-down healum-tonium grape-vine-twists.
Conductor, Mr. Phillips. Pianist, Mr. Fillmore, who will contribute to the evening's amusement, assisted by many gentlemen amateurs.

ASSOCIATIONS: George Coppin (proprietor, entertainer); S. Phillips (vocalist); Henry William Fillmore (pianist)

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (30 September 1844), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12425601 

COPPIN'S LARGE SALOON. ADMISSION FREE.
THIS EVENING, MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 30, 1844.
Mr. COPPIN having disposed of his business to Mr. G. Skinner, most respectfully announces his FAREWELL NIGHT.
Upon which occasion he solicits the patronage of his friends and the public generally.
Jim Brown, Rombo Sobo, Mr. Caldwell, the Scotch vocalist; Mr. Fillmore, and several amateurs, will contribute to the amusement of the evening.

ASSOCIATIONS: George Skinner (proprietor)

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (26 October 1844), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12422427 

LARGE SALOON-CLOWN HOTEL. Opposite the THEATRE.
TREMENDOUS ATTRACTION ! ! ! THIS PRESENT SATURDAY EVENING, OCT. 26 . . .
ROMBO SOMBO will astonish those who have seen him before,
and annihilate the "unfortunate critters" that never witnessed his LONG ISLAND EXTRAVAGANZAS.
To commence at half-past seven o'clock. ADMISSION FREE.

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (28 October 1844), 1 supplement

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article28650217 

SKINNER'S LARGE SALOON! CLOWN HOTEL. OPPOSITE THE THEATRE.
THIS EVENING, OCTOBER 28, 1844. RENEWED AND INTERESTING ATTRACTION ! ! ! . . .
ROMBO SOMBO Having nearly annihilated all the "critters" on Saturday night, will endeavour to resuscitate those who are not past all hope of recovery from the effects of his late "Trip to Old Virginity" . . .

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (1 November 1844), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12421250 

REMEMBER! ELECTION NIGHT!! ADMISSION FREE.
SKINNER'S LARGE SALOON, CROWN HOTEL, PITT-STREET,
ON Friday Evening, 1st November, 1844, the above place of entertainment will be opened, as an extra night, for a variety of Singing, Music, and Recitations, by Messrs. Caldwell, Fillmore, Thomson, Taylor, Skinner, Farren, and Rombo Sombo,
assisted by numerous Amateurs, who have promised their talented services on the occasion . . .
ROMBO SOMBO will, in his peculiarly "light fantastic toe"-talism, go through the whole of his popular pirouettes and charming Circassian Circles, and warble off his LUCY LONG . . .

MUSIC: Lucy Long (song); see also on Miss Lucy Long (Wikipedia)

[Advertisement], Adelaide Observer (6 March 1847), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article158923958 

NEW QUEEN'S THEATRE.
First appearance of Mr. Macdonald, the celebrated singer, from the Royal Victoria Theatre, Sydney . . .
THIS EVENING, March 6, 1847 . . . Mr. Macdonald will then sing "Poor Little Mo."
To be followed by the musical farce, entitled THE WATERMAN.
Mr. Macdonald will then appear as Rombo Sombo, and sing his unequalled edition of" Miss Lucy Long" . . .
G. COPPIN.

ASSOCIATIONS: Mr. Macdonald ? = Alexander McDonald; New Queen's Theatre (Adelaide)

[News], South Australian Register (20 March 1847), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article48545438 

The performances of the new Queen's Theatre, on Thursday evening, were under the immediate patronage of the mine proprietors of the colony, who attended in considerable strength upon the occasion . . . The intervening songs and dances were passable - Rombo Sombo doing all he could to cimbalise his tin platters, and to signalise his powers of locomotion . . .

[Advertisement], South Australian (13 April 1847), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article71607935 

Royal Adelaide Theatre. Thursday, April 15th, 1847 . . .
First appearance at this theatre of the celebrated "Rombo Sombo," in conjunction with [REDACTED] Howard . . .
Song, by [REDACTED] Howard.
Song, by [REDACTED] Rombo Sombo . . .
Stage Manager - Mr. Deering.

ASSOCIATIONS: Henry Shinton Deering (actor, manager)

[Advertisement], Geelong Advertiser (4 April 1851), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article91913973 

Theatre Royal, GEELONG . . . On FRIDAY, APRIL 4th, 1851 . . .
The Interlude will consist of MR. W. EVANS, the celebrated Congo Minstrel, will sing one of his Rombo Sombo [REDACTED] Melodies, with Bone Accompaniments . . .
Leader of the Orchestra, - Mr. Stainsby. Pianist, Mr. Finster . . .
W. LOCK, Lessee. J. H. S. LEE, Manager.

ASSOCIATIONS: William Evans (comedian, vocalist); Robert Stainsby (violinist, leader); Arthur Guido Finster (pianist); John Herman Selwyn Lee (actor, manager); Theatre Royal (Geelong)

RONCOVIERI, Alfred (Alfred Pierre RONCOVIERI; Alfred RONCOVIERI; Signor RONCOVIERI; often RONCOVERI)

Musician, vocalist, member of Lyster Opera Company

Born France, 1819
Active (1) Melbourne, VIC, November-December 1862
Active (2) Melbourne, VIC, April-May 1864
Died San Francisco, California, USA, 20 November 1874, aged "55"

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THIS ENTRY IS A STUB ON PERSONNEL FIRST ACTIVE IN AUSTRALIA AFTER 1860

Documentation:

"CONCERT OF HENRI HERTZ", Daily Alta California (2 April 1850), 2

https://cdnc.ucr.edu/?a=d&d=DAC18500402.2.3 

The first concert of the composer and pianist, in California, will be given at the National Theatre this evening. He will be assisted by M. Roncovieri, a very agreeable vocalist, who sang a few weeks since on one occasion at the National . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Henri Herz (pianist, composer)

[Advertisement], Sacramento Daily Union [CA, USA] (3 August 1860), 1

https://cdnc.ucr.edu/?a=d&d=SDU18600803.2.3.3 

METROPOLITAN THEATER. Stage Manager - W. Lloyd . . .
GRAND ITALIAN and ENGLISH OPERA COMPANY!
Director - W. S. Lyster. Conductor - A. Reiff, Jr.
FRIDAY EVENING, AUGUST 3d, Will be given Verdi's Grand Opera, LA TRAVIATA.
Alfredo - Mr. Henry Squiers . . . Doctore - Sig. Roncoveri . . . Violetta - Mme. Lucy Escott . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Anthony Reiff (conductor); Lyster Opera Company (troupe)

[Advertisement], The Age [Melbourne, VIC] (15 November 1862), 1

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LYSTER'S ROYAL ITALIAN AND ENGLISH OPERA. SUBSCRIPTION SEASON.
THEATRE ROYAL. Lessee and Director - Mr. W. S. Lyster . . .
LES HUGUENOTS . . . The music produced under the entire direction of Mr. A. Reiff, jun. . . .
Thore - Mr. Roncoveri . . .

[Advertisement], Daily Alta California [San Francsico, CA, USA] (24 January 1863), 4

https://cdnc.ucr.edu/?a=d&d=DAC18630124.2.30.3 

AMERICAN THEATRE, Sansome street . . . .
Positively Last Night of the Season. Italian Opera. THIS EVENING - JANUARY 24,
Will be presented the beautiful Opera of MASANIELLO.
Elvira, betrothed to Alfonso - Signora Bianchi . . .
Masaniello, a fisherman - Signor Bianchi . . .
Pietro, a fisherman . . . Mons. Roncoveri.
Selva, an officer of the Duke . . . Mr. John Gregg . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Eugenio and Giovanna Bianchi (vocalists); John Gregg (vocalist)

[Advertisement], The Argus [Melbourne, VIC] (4 May 1864), 8

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LYSTER'S ROYAL ITALIAN and ENGLISH OPERA COMPANY.
ROYAL HAYMARKET THEATRE . . . FAREWELL SEASON . . .
Musical Director and Conductor, Mr. G. LODER.
THE CHORUS . . . Second Basses - Mr. H. Benham, Mr. Kaible, Signor Roncoveri, Mr. Levison . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: George Loder (conductor); Henry Benham (vocalist); Charles Kaible (vocalist); John Leveson (vocalist)

[Advertisement], Daily Alta California (12 July 1870), 4

https://cdnc.ucr.edu/?a=d&d=DAC18700712.2.48.4 

MAGUIRE'S OPERA HOUSE . . . WEDNESDAY EVENING - JULY 13 . . .
LA FAVORITA! . . . SIG. RONCOVERI . . . MR. GEORGE T. EVANS - Conductor . . .

"PACIFIC COAST ITEMS", Sacramento Daily Union (23 November 1874), 3

https://cdnc.ucr.edu/?a=d&d=SDU18741123.2.19 

Alfred Pierre Roncovieri, the well known basso singer, died in San Francisco November 20th, after a brief illness.

Bibliography and resources:

Alfred Pierre Roncovieri, Find a grave

https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/105254313/alfred-pierre-roncovieri 

ROOKE, F. (Miss F. ROOKE) = Fanny ROOKE (Mrs. PAINE)

ROPER FAMILY (family of Joseph Francis Roper)

ROPER, Alban Joseph (Alban ROPER; Alban Joseph ROPER; A. J. ROPER; A. ROPER)

Musician, choirmaster, choral conductor

Born Nottingham, England, 1841; son of Joseph ROPER (1813-1889) and Mary MASSEY (d. 1851)
Arrived Melbourne, VIC, 12 September 1851 (per Agnes, from Liverpool, 6 June)
Arrived Hobart, TAS, 4 October 1851 (per Victoria Packet, from Melbourne)
Married Mary Ann REYNOLDS (d. 1923), Hobart, TAS, 15 October 1863
Died Evandale, TAS, 17 April 1911, aged "69"

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ROPER, Edmund Alphonsus (Edmund ROPER; Edmund Alphonsus ROPER; E. A. ROPER)

Organist, pianist, arranger

Born Nottingham, England, 1846 (registered 3rd quarter); son of Joseph ROPER (1813-1889) and Mary MASSEY (d. 1851)
Arrived Melbourne, VIC, 12 September 1851 (per Agnes, from Liverpool, 6 June)
Arrived Hobart, TAS, 4 October 1851 (per Victoria Packet, from Melbourne)
Married Sarah Ann MARSHALL, 15 August 1868
Died Glebe, NSW, 28 March 1874, aged 27

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ROPER, Alfred Francis (Alfred ROPER; A. F. ROPER)

Musician, organist

Born Hobart, TAS, 27 August 1859; son of Joseph ROPER (1813-1889) and Letitia MCDOWELL
Died Melbourne, VIC, 21 March 1940, aged "81"

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ROPER, Osmund (Osmund ROPER; Osmund Julian ROPER; Mr. O. J. ROPER)

Amateur musician, choirmaster

Born Hobart, TAS, 21 November 1861; son of Joseph ROPER (1813-1889) and Letitia MCDOWELL
Married (1) Emily Leslie BURKE (d. 1892), Deloraine, TAS, 20 November 1889
Married (2) Elizabeth Ann LILLEY (1874-1942), 1900
Died Hobart, TAS, 30 October 1932

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ROPER, Letitia Mary (Letitia Mary ROPER; Miss Lettie ROPER; Sister Mary Theresa Joseph ROPER)

Musician, pianist, music teacher

Born Hobart, TAS, 22 August 1863; daughter of Joseph ROPER (1813-1889) and Letitia MCDOWELL
Died Sydney, NSW, 12 August 1939

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Summary:

Joseph Francis Roper (1813-1889) was raised a Quaker, but was converted to Roman Catholicism in Nottingham in the 1830s by the priest Robert William Willson. Wilson arrived to take up his appointment as first bishop of Hobart in 1844, and in 1851 Roper agreed to follow him to the colony to become Catholic schoolmaster in Hobart. With his wife and four children, Roper sailed from Liverpool in June 1851, bound first for Port Phillip, and then for Hobart. His first wife, Mary Massey, died in childbirth on the voyage, and in Hobart in 1856 he married Letitia McDowell. Several children by both marriages were active as musicians, and his daughter-in-law, Elizabeth Ann Lilley, was also a vocalist, organist, and composer. In particular, his eldest sons by his first marriage, Alban and Edmund, were almost certainly active in the musical life of St. Joseph's parish during the 1850s. The extent of Roper senior's musical interests is not documented; however, it is likely given his family's strong association that music was important to him. Fellow Catholic convert, Thomas Arnold junior, who was inspector of Tasmanian schools in the early 1850s, deemed Roper, with his eleven years' experience as a schoolmaster in England, to be one of Hobart's best teachers.

REFERENCES: Thomas Kelsh (ed.), Personal recollections of the Right Reverend Robert William Willson, D.D (Hobart: Davies Bros., 1882), 69

https://books.google.com.au/books?id=M5GwhE5H1-wC&pg=PA69 (DIGITISED)

P. A. Howell, Thomas Arnold, the younger in Van Diemen's Land (Hobart: Tasmanian Historical Research Association, 1964), 45

Anthony Alan Leclerc, The episcopate of Daniel Murphy, first Archbishop of Hobart, 1866-1907 (Master thesis, University of Tasmania, 1994), 28, passim

https://eprints.utas.edu.au/20162 (DIGITISED)

Documentation:

England census, 30 March 1851, St. Mary, Nottingham; UK National Archives, HO 107 / 2131

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/8860/images/NTTHO107_2130_2131-0539 (PAYWALL)

Toll Street / Joseph Roper / Head / Mar. / 37 / Schoolmaster / [born] Nottingham
Mary [Roper] / Wife / Mar. / 42 / - / [born] [Nottingham]
Emma Roper / Dau. / 12 / Scholar / [born] [Nottingham]
Alban [Roper] / Son. / 9 / Scholar / [born] [Nottingham]
Edmund [Roper] / Son / 4 / Scholar / [born] [Nottingham]

"PUBLIC SCHOOLS. PRIZES TO PUPIL TEACHERS", The Mercury [Hobart, TAS] (24 January 1862), 2

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. . . Promoted Pupil Teachers of the Second Class: . . . Edmund Roper . . .

"BOARD OF EDUCATION", The Mercury [Hobart, TAS] (19 April 1865), 2

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From Mr. Roper, Harrington-street, applying for the appointment of his son, Edmund Roper, as assistant teacher at his school.

"Board of Education . . . THE SINGING CLASSES", The Tasmanian Times (12 December 1867), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article232856769 

A letter from Mr. Roper, on the report of Mr. Reynolds, as to Mr. Roper, jun., a pupil teacher, explaining that Mr. Roper was not only a proficient in music, but also organist and teacher, and, therefore, he did not consider that it was necessary that he should attend the singing classes. It would also, he said, be a degradation for his son as such to stand up amongst children.

The Board decided that the rule for pupil teachers to attend the classes must be adhered to, as although Mr. Roper might be a thorough musician, and capable of teaching one person, it was to learn how to impart instruction to a body of children that his attendance was required.

"READING AT NEW TOWN", The Mercury (9 June 1868), 2

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Last night Mr. J. Betts repeated his reading at New Town, when there was a good attendance. Mr. E. A. Roper presided at the piano, and the entertainment was a very agreeable one . . .

"MARRIAGES", The Mercury (17 August 1868), 1

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ROPER - MARSHALL. - On the 15th inst., at St. Joseph's Church, by the Rev. Phillip Hennebrey, Edmund Alphonsus, son of Mr. Joseph Roper, Hobart Town, to Sarah Ann, fifth daughter of Mr. Henry Marshall, of Lansdowne Crescent.

"RESIGNATION OF MRS. E. A. ROPER", The Cornwall Chronicle (3 October 1868), 3

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The resignation of Mrs. E. A. Roper, at the St. George's Hill School, was accepted, and a certificate of her competency and services ordered to be forwarded; Mrs. Roper leaving by the City of Hobart, to join her husband at Sydney.

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (21 December 1871), 8

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PRINCE OF WALES OPERA HOUSE. CHRISTMAS NIGHT, MONDAY, 25th instant.
THE MESSIAH will be performed by the Sydney Choral Society.
Principal Vocalists - Mrs. Conduit, Miss James, Mrs. J. B. C. Miles, Mr. H. Ackland, and Mr. Andrew Fairfax, Chorus and Orchestra number 200.
Conductor - Herr Carl Schmitt.
Pianist - Mr. E. A. Roper.
Leader of the Orchestra - Dr. Chas. Horn . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Carl Schmitt (conductor); Ellen Miles (vocalist); Andrew Fairfax (vocalist); Charles Horn (violin, leader)

"SYDNEY CHORAL SOCIETY", The Sydney Morning Herald (19 June 1873), 4

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Last night the annual meeting of this society was held in St. Andrew's schoolroom Pitt-street, Mr. C. J. Jackson in the chair . . . Thanks were awarded to Herr Carl Schmitt, the conductor, and to Mr. E. A. Roper, the organist, for services they had rendered for a considerable time without remuneration . . .

"MOZART'S TWELFTH MASS", The Sydney Morning Herald (26 December 1873), 4

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Of all the musical performances yesterday in honour of Christmas Day, that of the grand conception of Mozart, given at St. Patrick's Church, was the finest. Some of the best voices in Sydney formed part of a large vocal corps, and a very creditable orchestra, and the tones of a fine organ, gave forth with grand effect this splendid composition. To Mr. Roper, the talented organist and conductor, great credit is due for having succeeded in producing so fine a rendering of the Twelfth Mass after a single rehearsal. It may be mentioned that there were no less than four basso, or low baritone voices, that came out finely in the glorious "Hallelujah" chorus from the "Messiah," with which the services terminated.

"ST. PATRICK'S CHURCH", Freeman's Journal (7 February 1874), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article128807354 

On Sunday last, the congregation of this church had a most agreeable treat. Since the days of the late Mr. Cordner, when the musical performances of the good old choir (as it is now familiarly called at St. Mary's) were so much admired, there have been very few opportunities of hearing our grand Masses performed as it was intended they should be by their composers. Last Sunday was one of these rare occasions. At 11 o'clock at St. Patrick's, Haydn's No. 16 Mass was performed with full orchestral accompaniment, Mr. E. A. Roper, the organist presiding at the fine old instrument. Mr. Fisher performed the duties of conductor with his accustomed ability. The singing of Miss Moon and Mr. Rainford was much admired, the Quoniam of Haydn's No. 5 being very artistically rendered by Miss Moon. Great praise is clue to Mr. Roper for the high state of efficiency the choir has attained of late, and it is to be hoped that we may have the pleasure of often hearing such splendid music.

ASSOCIATIONS: William John Cordner (conductor); James Churchill Fisher (conductor); Elizabeth Anne Moon (vocalist); Thomas Rainford (vocalist)

"DEATHS", The Sydney Morning Herald (30 March 1874), 1

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ROPER. - March 28, at his residence, Derwent-street, Glebe, after a brief illness, Mr. Edmund Alphonsus Roper, organist, St. Patrick's Church, second son of Mr. Joseph Roper, Hobart Town, and grandson of Captain George Roper, 10th Hussars, aged 27 years, leaving an affectionate wife and three children to mourn their loss.

"DEATH OF MR. ROPER", The Sydney Morning Herald (30 March 1874), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article28411770

The musical profession has lost a very promising young member in the death of Mr. Roper, the late organist of St. Patrick's Church, who died on Saturday evening after an illness of only a few days. Mr. Roper was well known in connection with the popular concerts given in Sydney, more particularly those of a sacred character.

"COMPLIMENTARY TEA PARTY", The Mercury (26 August 1874), 2

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The complimentary tea party, tendered to the choir of St. Joseph's Church, came off in due course last evening, notwithstanding the very inclement weather . . . The Catholics of Hobart Town took this opportunity of presenting Mr. Henry Hunter with an address and valuable testimonial, as a mark of their appreciation of the services rendered by him to the Church, in the capacity of conductor of St. Joseph's choir . . . Mr. HUNTER, in reply, said that he would first express his thanks for the very kind and flattering manner in which the churchwardens had been pleased to refer to the services of the choir, and of himself individually. During the period that he had been connected with the choir they had undergone many vicissitudes, and on many occasions it had been a struggle. One of the heaviest blows that had fallen upon them was the loss of an organist. He alluded to Mr. Edmund Roper, who left the colony for Sydney, where he died only a few weeks since, much respected. The loss of such an accomplished organist proved a heavy blow to the choir, from which it was thought they would never rally. However, a friend in need was amongst their little ranks, in the young lady who at present occupies the position of organist, Miss J. Reichenberg had most courageously undertaken the duty, and done immense credit to herself by the efficiency attained by her . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Henry Hunter (choirmaster); Jane Reichenberg (organist)

"CHURCH OF THE APOSTLES", Weekly Examiner [Launceston, TAS] (1 January 1876), 10

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article233669338 

On Christmas Day the usual number of masses (five) were said at the above church, and the sacred edifice was thronged with worshippers. At 11 o'clock mass was celebrated by the Rev. P. Gleeson, and the pulpit was occupied by the Very Rev. Dean butler, who preached an eloquent and impressive sermon. The choir, under the able conductorship of Mr. Alban Roper, rendered with great effect the following solemn and grand selections: -
Haydn's No. 2 Mass - Kyrie Eleison Gloria, Sanctus and Benedictus, and Agnus Dei - and offertory piece, Adeste fidelis (Novello's arrangement).

MUSIC: Mass in C (Haydn, Novello edition No. 2)

"NEWS OF THE DAY", The Sydney Morning Herald (25 November 1878), 5

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WE have received from Mr. J. R. Clarke, the publisher, a copy of "O Salutaris Hostia", as sung by Miss E. A. Moon. It was arranged by the late E. A. Roper (sometime organist of St. Patrick's Church). Many of our readers will no doubt be glad to obtain this arrangement of a much-admired air by Mercadante.

[News], Freeman's Journal (30 November 1878), 15

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article111096098 

We have received from the publisher (Mr. J. R. Clarke) the Offertorium O Salutaris Hostia as sung by Miss E. A. Moon, in the church of St. Patrick's, Sydney. The piece has been arranged by the late Edwin A. Roper [sic] (some time organist of that church) from an air by Mercadante. The music is neatly printed, and the cover bears a well executed photograph of Miss Moon.

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (3 December 1878), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article13425686 

OFFERTORIUM. - O Salutaris Hostia. Music from Mercadante; arranged by late E. A. Roper. 2s 6d. Clarke; 68, Pitt-street.

ASSOCIATIONS: Jacob Richard Clarke (music publisher); no copy of the work has been identified in public collections

"MUSICAL", The Mercury (9 August 1894), 2

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On Monday next Miss Lettie Roper leaves Hobart for Sydney, whither she goes to enter the Order of the Sisters of Charity. Miss Roper is the daughter of the late Mr. Joseph Roper, who was attached to the journalistic staff of the Catholic Standard for many years, and was a respected citizen and a zealous Catholic. The subject of this notice has been identified with classical music in Hobart for a long period, and always acquitted herself with great credit in her expositions of the divine art.

"THE CHOIR AND MUSIC", The Mercury (15 November 1894), 3 (Tasmanian International Exhibition Supplement)

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article9311810 

It was early decided that music should be a special feature of attraction to the Exhibition. St. Mary's Cathedral having arranged to purchase a large and powerful organ, the directors seized the opportunity and secured the loan of the instrument for use in the concert hall. The organ is considered to be a very fine one, and was built by Messrs. Fincham & Hobday, of Melbourne. In the middle of 1893, Mr. A. J. Mills was appointed musical conductor, and with the assistance of an energetic committee he soon organised a choir of 400 voices and an orchestra. Several concerts were given during the ensuing twelve months, large audiences assembling to hear "Festgesang" (Mendelssohn), "Messiah " (Handel), "Israel in the Wilderness" (Gaul), and "The Creation" (Haydn), which were the chief productions. Mr. F. H. Stevens was organist and Miss Lettie Roper was pianist for Mr. Mills' choir . . . Mr. Mills' engagement terminated at the end of June, 1894 but was extended for a month, and then Mr. Otto Linden was contracted with to supply the whole of the music for the Exhibition. He reorganised the choir, and whilst some members of the original combination were not readmitted, about 60 new voices were added. Mr. F. A. Packer undertook to compose the opening cantata for the Exhibition, and to personally conduct the rehearsals and performance of the work, which he named "The Land of Beauty" . . . The internal management of the choir is invested in an executive committee . . . The other officials are the choir librarian, Mr. Nat Oldham ; orchestra secretary, Mr. O. J. Roper . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Frederick Augustus Packer (composer, conductor); Otto Linden (musical director)

"ABOUT PEOPLE", Examiner (19 April 1911), 5

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Quite a gloom was cast over Evandale (writes our correspondent) when it became known that Mr. Alban Roper had died suddenly. The deceased has been schoolmaster here for a number of years, and was loved and respected by all. Much sympathy is felt for his sorrowing wife and family. Deceased was born in 1841 at Nottingham, England, and was the eldest son of the late Mr. Joseph Roper, who arrived in Tasmania in 1851 to take charge of St. Joseph's School, Hobart, a position he held until his death in 1889. Educated under his father, he won a special prize in 1859 for passing most successfully the examination held for pupil teachers. He began his teaching career at the Bellerive state school. In 1861 he was appointed to the staff of the Hutchins School; in 1803 to the Margaret-street state school, Launceston; and in 1889 assumed the headmastership of the Evandale state school. Under Mr. Roper the school has flourished. Mr. Roper was a well-known musician, among the musical appointments he held being conductor of the Launceston Choral Society, choirmaster of the Evandale Roman Catholic Church, and conductor of the Church of Apostles choir, Launceston. He was married in 1803 to Miss Mary Reynolds, a daughter of the late Mr. Loughlin Reynolds, of Hobart, who came to Tasmania in 1824.

"OBITUARY. Mr. O. Roper. Lengthy Government Service", The Mercury (31 October 1932), 8

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The death of Mr. Osmund Roper, who until his retirement a year ago was chief draftsman of the Mines Department, occurred yesterday at Bellerive, where he resided. Mr. Roper was for nearly 53 years in the Public Service of Tasmania . . . Mr. Roper was well-known in musical circles. For a number of years he was choirmaster at St. Joseph's Church, and later occupied a similar position at St. Mary's Cathedral. Mr. Roper is survived by his widow and a family of five sons . . .

"GOLDEN WEDDING. Mr. and Mrs. A. F. Roper, of Warrnambool", The Mercury (14 April 1937), 7

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Mr. and Mrs. A. F. Roper, Caulstock St., Warrnambool (V.) celebrated their golden wedding anniversary yesterday. Unfortunately Mrs. Roper has been seriously ill for some time, and is a patient in St. John's Hospital, Ballarat. The marriage took place at St Joseph's Church, Warrnambool, on April 13, 1887. The ceremony was performed by the late Monsignor O'Dowd assisted by the Rev. J. Moriarty. Mr. Roper Is a native of Hobart, and after conducting the Roman Catholic Church choirs at New Town (T.), Coburg, and Stawell (V.), he went to Warrnambool at the age of 26 years and was appointed organist and choirmaster at St. Joseph's Church. That was 53 years agro, when an Estey organ did service, and Mr. Roper is still at his post as organist and choir leader, though he now plays (and has done so since 1892) the largest pipe organ in any church outside Melbourne. Mr. Roper gained his first lessons on the pipe organ from Miss Reichenberg at St. Joseph's Church, Hobart, and later from Mr. F. A. Packer (City Organist at Hobart), on St. David's Cathedral organ. He continued his musician training under Herr Schott on the Hobart Memorial Church organ. For some time he was organist for the Hobart Philharmonic Society. Mr. Roper belongs to a musical family. His brother Edmund was organist at St. Patrick's Church, Sydney. Another brother Alban, was for 11 years conductor of the Church of Apostles choir at Launceston, and his brother Osmund was until shortly before his death two years ago, conductor of St. Mary's Cathedral choir, Hobart. A sister, Lettie, was elected pianist for the Hobart International Exhibition and played through rehearsals but left to enter the Sisters of Charity Convent, Potts Point, Sydney. Mr. Roper has been closely associated with the musical history of Warrnambool for 50 years and as conductor of the City Orchestra, assisted in raising large sums of money during the Great War for the Red Cross Society, and for other patriotic purposes. He has been ably assisted by Mrs. Roper, who has always been prominent in charitable circles in the Warrnambool district. She is a life governor of the Warrnambool Base Hospital, and also St. Vincent's Hospital, Melbourne, and was for some time President of the Warrnambool branch of the Women's Benevolent Society. Their eldest son, the Rev. J. B. Roper, is parish priest at Warracknabeal (V.).

ASSOCIATIONS: James Arthur Schott (teacher)

"The Late Sister Mary Teresa Joseph Roper", Catholic Freeman's Journal (24 August 1939), 19

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On the 12th inst. the late Sister Mary Teresa Joseph, of St. Vincent's Convent, Pott's Point, passed away. She was a daughter of the late Mr. Joseph Francis Roper, of Hobart, the well-known educationist and for a time Editor of the "Catholic Standard" - one of a large and talented family, whose education was directed with great care by her father. She was exceptionally gifted and versatile, excelling both in music and literary work, also a teacher of Latin, French, German and Italian . . .

"DEATHS", The Sydney Morning Herald (22 March 1940), 6

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ROPER. - March 21, at St. Vincent's Hospital, Melbourne, Alfred Francis, Warrnambool, Victoria, husband of the late Julia Edith and father of Basil (Bishop of Toowoomba), Inez (Mrs. Higham), Harold (Burwood), Muriel (Coonamble), Enid (deceased), Eric (Canberra), Leo (Melbourne), and Ida (Mrs. Gough). R.I.P.

ROSEMANN, Anna (Mrs. ROSEMANN) = Anna GOULD

ROSENGREN, Carl Gustav (Carl Gustav ROSENGREN; Gustav ROSENGREN)

Pianoforte maker, repairer, and tuner, woodworker

Born ? Sweden, c. 1825
Arrived Melbourne, VIC, c. 1853/54
Married (1) Julia Maria HICKEY (1840-1867), Melbourne, VIC, 1861
Married (2) Margaret ROY (d. 1889), Melbourne, VIC, 1868
Died Melbourne, VIC, 23 April 1889, aged "63/64"

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ROSENGREN, Oscar (Oscar Gustav ROSENGREN; Oscar ROSENGREN)

Musician, pianoforte tuner and dealer, pianist, composer

Born Melbourne, VIC, 4 December 1862
Died Cheltenham, VIC, 1919

Documentation:

[Advertisement], The Age (19 January 1856), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article154867169 

COLONIAL FURNITURE Cheap, and Pianofortes Repaired and Regulated by Rosengren, Little Bourke-street east, next Astley's Theatre.

[Advertisement], The Argus (14 March 1857), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article7146194 

PIANOFORTES in any condition Repaired, Furniture and Picture Frames, in blackwood and cedar, on SALE and Made to Order by ROSENGREN, 220 Bourke-street east.

[Advertisement], The Age (5 July 1859), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article154826663 

IN the Supreme Court of the Colony of Victoria. - Insolvency Jurisdiction. -
In the Insolvent Estate of Gustav Rosengren, late of Collingwood, now of Lonsdale street, in the city of Melbourne, in the colony of Victoria . . .

[Advertisement], The Argus (18 August 1860), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5688156 

PIANOFORTE, semi-grand, in splendid tone, for £27. Rosengren, 104 Lonsdale-street east, opposite Wesley Church.

"POLICE . . . DAMAGING PROPERTY", The Argus (20 July 1861), 6

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5702160 

Richard Burke was charged with breaking a window, and damaging some pictures in the shop of a Mr. Rosengren, a dealer, in Lonsdale-street. The damage done amounted to £2. The man was "three parts drunk at the time." The Bench fined him in the amount of damages; in default, fourteen days' imprisonment.

[Advertisement], The Argus (23 July 1861), 7

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5702238 

PIANOFORTE, cottage, nearly new, full compass, great bargain, £24 . . .
PIANOFORETS, - secondhand, grand, Broadwood's, £20; grand, Weina, £18; square, £8 . . .
PIANOFORTES. - Five square PIANOS WANTED, for ready cash. Pianos repaired.
Rosengren, Lonsdale-street, opposite Wesley Church.

[Advertisement], The Argus (8 August 1861), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5702833 

PIANOFORTE, elegant piccolo, by D'Almaine, splendid tone, great bargain, £25. Rosengren, 164 Lonsdale-street east.

"NEWS AND NOTES", The Star [Ballarat, VIC] (17 November 1862), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article66328758 

. . . Another proof, says the Argus, of the adaptability of our colonial woods to cabinet work has been given by Mr. Rosengren, of Lonsdale street east, who has just completed the manufacture of a pianoforte of handsome appearance and fine tone. The instrument is of the kind known as half-cottage, and the greater portion of the wood used in its construction is native cedar. Perhaps the most remarkable part of the affair is, that there has been no division of labor in connexion with it - the pianoforte is entirely the work of Mr. Rosengren's own hands . . .

"BIRTHS", The Argus (6 December 1862), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article6481656 

ROSENGREN. - On the 4th inst., at Melbourne, Mrs. Rosengren of a son.

"DEATHS", The Argus (17 July 1867), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5772494 

ROSENGREN. - On the 16th inst., at her residence, No. 29 Lonsdale-street east, Julia, the beloved wife of Gustaf Rosengren, aged twenty-seven years.

"NEW INSOLVENTS", The Argus (28 September 1870), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5833187 

Gustaf Rosengren, of Melbourne, piano maker. Causes of insolvency - Falling off in business, illness in family, and high rate of interest for money borrowed. Liabilities, £120 13s. 5d.; assets, £16; deficiency, £104 13s. 5d. Mr. Shaw, official assignee.

"THE UNEMPLOYED BOARD", The Argus (13 August 1879), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5952897 

A sitting of this board was held yesterday, at the Public Offices, Mr. Lavater in the chair . . .
Gustave Rosengren, piano maker, said he had been in business in Melbourne since 1862 [sic]. There were, or had been, 400 [sic] journeymen pianomakers in the colony, but many of them could not find work at their trade, and had to take to others cabinetmaking, carpentering, &c. About 100 had gone back to England. There were some eight factories in Victoria. If a 50 per cent duty was put on pianos there would be work for 500 men. Pianos as good as Erard's could be made here if the manufacturers got a fair chance. The raw matetrial - wood, ivory, strings, &c. - must be admitted free as raw material. Steel wires could not be made here, and until people came forward and said they could manufacture steel wires, no duty ought to be put on them. If a man wanted to buy a foreign piano let him pay through the nose for it - it would serve him right. Witness had never been out of work since he came to the colony. He sometimes employed a few hands, but at present all his work was done by himself and his sons.

'CASUALTIES AND OFFENCES", The Argus (7 January 1886), 7

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article6079452

At about a quarter to 2 o'clock yesterday morning a fire occurred in the two-storied brick premises at 21 Lonsdale-street west, occupied by Mr. Gustave Rosengren, dealer in and manufacturer of musical instruments. Mr. Rosengren's two sons resided on the premises, and retired to rest at 11 o'clock on Tuesday evening. They were awakened at the time mentioned by smoke, which was then too dense to allow them to get downstairs. The alarm was raised, and several persons in the street below held a blanket for the young men. The first jumped safely, but the second (Oscar) was let fall on the pavement, receiving injuries to his hip which necessitated his removal to the hospital. Meanwhile the Insurance, Carlton, and Albion Brigades arrived, and the fire, which originated in a workroom at the back of the front shop, was soon subdued. The stock in the shop, consisting of pianos and other musical instruments, was slightly damaged, but the injury done is fully covered by policies in the Colonial and New Zealand Companies, to the amount of £800. The occupants could give no explanation as to how the fire originated.

"PIANOFORTE MAKING IN VICTORIA. ROSENGREN'S PIANO WAREHOUSE, GERTRUDE-STREET", Fitzroy City Press (17 July 1886), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article65648777 

That Victoria is a music-loving community is instanced in many ways, musical instruments forming no small part of our imports. Amongst these the piano is pre-eminent; it is to be found in every household of any pretension, and though its capacities are seldom developed to their full extent, still it adds much to the pleasures of a home. At present almost all of these instruments sold are of foreign make, but young as the colony is, it already at has had its piano factory. In 1854 Mr. G. Rosengren, after considerable experience in the piano factories of England, Germany, France and Russia, landed in Melbourne, bringing with him a large plant for the express purpose of manufacturing pianos. He was laughed at by wiseacres, who suggested that he should utilise his plant in making mangles, as much more suited to the requirements of the colony. However, he got to work, but found numberless difficulties in his way. Not a bit of seasoned or suitable wood was to be got in the colony; and he had to wait patiently to procure some.

The first Victorian piano was completed in 1862. It was built of Spanish mahogany and had a range of 6 3/4 octaves. It had a fine, sweet tone, and was generally admired. It represented an immense amount of labor, as every part had to be made and fitted entirely by Mr. G. Rosengren himself. So much was this achievement thought of at that time that the Argus referred to it, in its leading columns, in very complimentary terms, and musicians were liberal in their praise of the instrument. It is now highly valued by its possessor, and will undoubtedly in the future be of special interest to all musical Australians. In England, indeed, a very high reward is offered for the production of the first piano made there, which it is supposed will prove to be over 100 years old. As one result of Mr Rosengren's difficulties and experiments, he found that we have in Kauri pine a most valuable timber for musical instruments. It is unrivalled for the sounding boards of pianos, and it gives to violins great purity and depth of tone.

Since the, success of his first effort Mr. Rosengren has made many pianos which have given great satisfaction to their possessors, but he has had the misfortune to be burnt out twice. The last fire occurred about the beginning of this year, and resulted in such serious loss of plant, material and appliances, that, coupled with the reduced price and large importation of foreign pianos, he decided to confine his operations in future to the selling of these and to repairs. At his Gertrude-street premises he has a large stock of these instruments by the well known makers, Ronisch, Lipp, Gore, Kallmann, and others. Besides these he has violins,banjos, 'cellos, and every description of wind and string instruments and cabinet organs by the "Standard Organ Co.," which are admitted to be amongst the best. Customers may therefore rely on obtaining what they require with very little trouble, as well as getting the benefit of Mr. Rosengren's practical experience as a maker.

Amongst his appliances is a machine for covering bass strings for the piano with the necessary copper wire, whilst another ingenious apparatus cuts out seel notes [sic] for reed instruments, concertinas, etc. A special branch is the re-felting of piano hammers which is done by machinery, therby effectirg a large saving in the cost as well as ensuring greater uniformity. Fret-work designs are also made and cut in the greatest variety by machinery, so that damaged pieces in the front of pianos can easily be replaced. Mr. Rosengren is the only one in the colony in the possession of many of these appliances, and consequently he not only is largely patronised by the general public, but does a great deal of work for the trade as well; so that anyone entrusting him with instruments for repair may feel the utmost confidence that the result will prove satisfactory.

Competent tuners are engaged by this firm, Mr. Oscar Rosengren giving personal attention to this department of the firm's business. From this it will be seen that Messrs Rosengren and Co. offer exceptional advantages to the purchasing public. The handling of musical instruments requires a special technical knowledge, which can only be gained by years of experience. Some times valuable and rare instruments are ruined by those who undertake their repair, but lack the requisite technical knowledge. Here there is the safe-guard of a life-time spent in making and repairing, which should be sufficient guarantee. There is little more to add, except that the stock is worth an inspection, and intending buyers should be amply repaid by a visit to Messrs. Rosengren's establishments.

"NEW INSOLVENTS", The Argus (19 October 1886), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article11576541 

Carl Gustaf Rosengren, of 139 Gertrude-street, Fitzroy piano importer (Compulsory sequestration.)
Causes of insolvency - Illness, losses by fire, depression in trade and compulsory sequestration of his estate.
Liabilities, £1,847 11s 3d , assets, £1,252 13s. 6d.; deficiency, £594 17s. 3d. Mr. Danby, trustee.

"Deaths", The Argus (24 April 1889), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article6241057 

ROSENGREN. - On the 23rd inst., at his residence, Swanston-street, opposite Hospital, Carl Gustave Rosengren, pianoforte maker, aged 63 years. Old colonist for 36 years.

"Deaths", The Age (10 May 1889), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article197323285 

ROSENGREN. - Margaret Rosengren, relict of the late C. G. Rosengren, pianoforte manufacturer, after a short and painful illness, aged 45 years.

[Advertisement], The Age (12 June 1889), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article197332729 

PIANOFORTE Tuning, Repairing Workshops, established 1854; workmanship unequalled, satisfaction guaranteed.
Rosengren Bros., piano makers, Swanston-street, opposite Hospital.

"NEW INSOLVENTS", The Argus (5 August 1891), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article8619134 

Oscar and Frederick Rosengren, trading as Rosengren Brothers, of 317 Swanston-street, pianoforte importers and manufacturers.
Causes of insolvency - Losses by fire, illness and deaths in family, and depression of trade.
Liabilities, £275 11s. 1d.; assets, £221 17s. 6d.; deficiency, £53 13s. 7d. Mr. Jacomb, assignee.

Musical works (Oscar):

Melbourne by night, schottische, composed by Oscar Rosengren, dedicated to the Melbourne Deutscher Turn Verein (Melbourne: [O. Rosengren], [1889])

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/12300621 

http://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-164590049 (DIGITISED)

"BRIEF MENTION", The Herald (5 September 1889), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article241360904 

We have received from Mr. Oscar Rosengren, the composer and publisher, a pretty schottische, entitled, Melbourne by Night, which should become popular. It is lively and melodious, with well marked rhythm, and has the merit of being easy to play. It has a beautifully lithographed view of Melbourne by moonlight on the title page.

ROSENSTEIN, Ferdinand (Ferdinand ROSENSTEIN)

Musician, flautist, pianist, music teacher, singing instructor, composer

Arrived Adelaide, SA, 15 December 1850 (per Australia, from Hamburg, 7 September)
Active Bathurst, NSW, by January 1853
Married Marian RUTTER, VIC, 1855
Active VIC, 1856-57

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

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Summary:

He was perhaps the "F. Rosenstein" who arrived in Adelaide from Hamburg in December 1850. He served as an interpreter in the trial of a German at Bathurst in February 1853. In Sydney in September 1853, Ferdinand Rosenstein, "The celebrated pianist . . . from Hamburgh", advertised as a quadrille pianist, appeared in concert with Flora Harris and John Howson, and saw his lost The remembrance polka ("dedicated with permission to the Hon. Mrs. Keith Stewart") published by Woolcott and Clarke.

In December he was in Bathurst, advertising as local agent for Woolcott and Clark. He was in Melbourne by December 1854.

He married Marian Rutter in Victoria in 1855, and a son, Ferdinand Oscar, was born in Collingwood in September 1856 but died in 1857. Ferdinand and his wife both disappear from colonial record thereafter.

In 1861, Caroline Schroeder (Mrs. Caroline Rosenstein, d. VIC, 1867) of Hamburg arrived in South Australia, and in Januaray 1862 she advertised in Melbourne to ascertain the whereabouts both of Ferdinand, and her brother, Henry Schroeder.

Documentation:

"SHIPPING INTELLIGENCE. ARRIVED", South Australian Register (17 December 1850), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article38438639 

Passengers per Australia, arrival reported yesterday - For Adelaide and Sydney . . . F. Rosenstein . . . in the intermediate . . .

"BATHURST ASSIZES . . . INDECENT ASSAULT", Bathurst Free Press and Mining Journal (26 February 1853), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article62051897 

Adam Amelhaing, a German, was indicted for committing an indecent assault upon the persons of two young girls also Germans, named Elizabeth and Margaret Berg, of the respective ages of 10 and 4 years, daughters of Anton Berg, in November last. He pleaded not guilty and was undefended. The details of this case are of so grossly indecent a character as to unfit them for publication, but they betray a degree of depravity in the accused of a most awful and detestable character. Although both prosecutors and the prisoner could speak tolerably plain English, Mr. Ferdinand Rosenstein was employed as interpreter. The offence was clearly proved as committed upon the eldest girl, and the jury found him guilty without leaving the box.

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (24 August 1853), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12948334

PIANIST. MR. F. ROSENSTEIN, from Hamburgh, may be engaged as Quadrille Pianist, on application to D. BUIST AND SONS, pianoforte makers, 6, Bridge-street.

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (10 September 1853), 7

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12948758

Published This Day. The Remembrance Polka, price 2s. 6d., by F. Rosenstein, dedicated with permission to the Hon. Mrs. Keith Stewart . . .
WOOLOOTT AND CLARKE, Music Sellers, 555, George-street, Sydney, next Bank of Austalasia.

ASSOCIATIONS: Jacob Richard Clarke (music publisher); Mrs. Keith Stewart (dedicatee, daughter of governor Charles Fitzroy)

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (12 September 1853), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article12948790

ROYAL HOTEL. GRAND CONCERT. THIS EVENING, Monday, September 12th, 1853.
Miss Flora Harris, Mr. Sinclair (from the London and Provincial Theatres, his first appearance in this colony,) Mr. John Howson, Mr. Roby, Mr. A. Ford, and Mr. Ferdinand Rosenstein, the celebrated Pianist . . . Programme: - PART I: Overture - Mr. Ferdinand Rosenstein . . . PART II. Overture - Mr. Ferdinand Rosenstein . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Mr. Sinclair (vocalist); Flora Harris (vocalist); John Howson (vocalist)

[Advertisement], Bathurst Free Press (10 December 1853), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article62047027

Ferdinand Rosenstein, AGENT FOR WOOLCOTT AND CLARKE, SYDNEY.
Just received: the now published, brilliant UNDINE POLKA. THE newest Compositions always on hand; likewise Preceptors, for Piano, Violin, Flutina, Flute, &c.

MUSIC: The celebrated Undine polka (Mackinlay)

[Advertisement], The Argus [Melbourne, VIC] (5 July 1854), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4794747 

MR. HORACE SIDNEY will please address Ferdinand Rosenstein, at Mr. Strebinger's, 18 Queen's Arcade, Melbourne.

ASSOCIATIONS: Horace Sidney (magician, alias "The fakir of Ava", "The great wizard, Sydney" [sic], active NSW and VIC, 1854-56; he was presumably looking for a pianist for his performances); Frederick Strebinger (musician)

[Advertisement], The Argus (6 July 1854), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4794779 

HERR STREBINGER'S Concert, Prince Albert Hotel, Prahran, assisted by Mrs. Testar, Miss Edwards, Madame Strebinger, Monsieur Krome, and Mr. Ferdinand Rosenstein.

ASSOCIATIONS: Elizabeth Testar (vocalist); Miss Edwards (vocalist); John Herman Krom (musician)

[Advertisement], The Argus (23 December 1854), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4802211 

CHRISTMAS Parties - Mr. Rosenstein, the favorite Quadrille Pianist. Newest music; Address Mr. Hackett's, Watchmaker, Elizabeth-street.

[Advertisement], The Argus (29 December 1854), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4802422

DIGBY HOTEL Stephen street, corner of Little Lonsdale street, JOHN BYNG, Proprietor.
The Proprietor begs to inform his numerous friends and customers, that he has re-opened the above establishment in a style equal to any in the colony, and trusts to merit a continuance of their favors.
A concert every evening at eight o'clock precisely Conductor, W. Morris, Pianist, Herr Rosenstein.

"DUELLING EXTRAORDINARY", The Argus (18 June 1855), 6

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article255613249 

Since the days when a certain eccentric gentleman of the press was concerned in a duel with an actor in Sandhurst, we have had no excitement in that way to speak of. Rumor, however, states that yesterday morning another of these extraordinary affairs, in which a couple of fools are made the laughing stock of fun-seeking friends, came off at the Back Creek. The parties were Messrs. Tucker and Morgan, musicians, who, it is said, quarrelled ever a bagatelle board, and agreed to settle their bagatelle quarrel by deadly arbitrament. The persons who kindly officiated on the occasion were Messrs. Gregg, Rosenstein, and Minor. After a few shots were exchanged, Tucker fell; and the others thinking that the affair had come to a serious termination, turned and fairly bolted. One of them was seen rushing in hot haste to the residence of a doctor, perspiration pouring down his face with physical exertion and mental excitement combined. Dr. Kranz was sent to the place, but his exertions to find the wounded man were unavailing, for he, too, it appeared, had got up and gone away. The fact was that the pistols were loaded merely with powder, - a secret to most of the parties. Last evening all of them were apprehended and brought before Mr. M. Lachlan, who read them a lecture and let them go. - Bendigo Advertiser.

ASSOCIATIONS: Edward Tucker (violinist); ? J. W. Morgan (vocalist); John Gregg (vocalist)

"BENDIGO. THE WIZARD JACOBS", The Age (16 October 1855), 6

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article154895212 

This celebrated nicremancer [sic, necromancer] is continuing to give his wonderfully clever performances every evening, in Burrall's Assembly Rooms, to crowded audiences. Mr. Jacobs's assistant, known as Sprightly, is almost as clever as the Wizard himself, and plays his part well. I must notice, also, the very superior manner in which Mr. Rosenstein plays on the piano. He is the ablest and most accomplished pianist that we have had on Bendigo for a long time, and plays with far greater effect than Mr. Poling [sic, Paling] did, who accompanied Miska Hauser. Mr. Rosenstein has been favored with several encores.

ASSOCIATIONS: Joseph Jacobs (magician); William Henry Paling (pianist); Miska Hauser (violinist)

"BIRTHS", The Argus (27 September 1856), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article7137329

On the 25th inst., at Young-street, Collingwood, Mrs. Ferdinand Rosenstein, of a son.

[Advertisement], The Argus (23 January 1862), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5708927 

MR. HENRY SCHROEDER and F. ROSENSTEIN, from Hamburg, are requested to communicate with Madame Caroline Rosenstein. Address office of this paper.

ROSENSTENGEL, Ferdinand (Ferdinand Nikolaus ROSENSTENGEL; Ferdinand Nicholas ROSENSTENGEL; Mr. ROSENSTENGEL; ROSENSTENGLE)

Musician, pianist, teacher of singing and German, professor of music, flute player

Born ? Prussia, ? c. 1828; son of John Christopher ROSENSTENGEL (Johann Christoph)
Arrived (1) Melbourne, VIC, by April 1853
Married (1) Margaret BLACK, VIC, 1855
Departed VIC, c. 1861
Arrived (2) Brisbane, QLD, 30 December 1862 (per Duke of Newcastle, from Queenstown, [Ireland], 16 September)
Married (2) Delia FITZGERALD, St. Stephen's cathedral, Brisbane, QLD, 17 March 1879
Died Towong, Brisbane, QLD, 26 February 1890

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Ferdinand+Nicholas+Rosenstengel+d1890 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-R-2.php#ROSENSTENGEL-Ferdinand (shareable link to this entry)

ROSENSTENGEL, Ludwig (Ludwig ROSENSTENGEL; Th. L. ROSENSTENGEL; Mr. ROSENSTENGEL, junior)

Musician, oboist, pianisr, violinist, teacher of music, composer

Active Brisbane, QLD, 1883-91

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

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-R-2.php#ROSENSTENGEL-Ludwig (shareable link to this entry)

Summary:

A Mr. Rosenstengel played the flute in the band of the newly formed Melbourne Philharmonic in April 1853. He was probably Ferdinand Nicholas Rosenstengel, who married Margaret Black in Victoria, two years later in 1855. He was teaching music and languages at Geelong in 1858 and 1860, and appeared in a concert there in 1859, at which a glee attributed to him, entitled The bushmen, was also performed.

F. N. Rosenstengel advertised as a "Professor of Music" in Brisbane in January 1863, having arrived at Moreton Bay on board the ship Duke of Newcastle (from Cork and Liverpool); so either he had returned to Europe briefly in the interim, or he had merely joined the ship at another Australian port.

At his concert in Brisbane in July 1864 the band played an unattributed Bendigo polka, and his own Neptune schottische.

As conductor he collaborated with pianist Silvester Diggles in the Brisbane Philharmonic Concerts in 1867. A review of his Our Nellie's schottische (Brisbane: Gordon & Gotch, [1885]) imputing plagiarism prompted him to defend himself in print.

Ludwig Rosenstengel (? Theodor Ludwig), Ferdinand's nephew and "a pupil of Herr Ton [or Tou], chef d'orchestre of the private orchestra of H.R.H. the grand Duke of Saxe-Weimar" was recently arrived from Germany when he made his first Brisbane appearance at his uncle's concert in May 1883.

Documentation:

Passengers per Countess of Lonsdale from Hamburg, to the port of London, 24 May 1860; UK National Archives

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/1587/images/31161_A003056-00513 (PAYWALL)

Ferdinand Rosenstengel / Student / Prussia

[Advertisement], The Argus (20 April 1853), 12

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4791806 

OPEN EVERY EVENING. COLLINGWOOD Harmonic Hall,
Studley Arms, Wellington-street, Collingwood, open every evening.
Principal Singers:
Mr. Cummings - Ballad Singer.
Mr. Charles Hill - Alto.
Mr. Levison - Bass.
Mr. F. N. Rosenstengel - do.
Mr. Graham - Comic.
Mr. Trevor - Pianist.
Concert to commence each evening at half-past 7 o'clock, Admission, one shilling

ASSOCIATIONS: John Leveson (bass vocalist); Joseph Robinson Trevor (pianist)

[Advertisement], The Argus [Melbourne, VIC] (27 April 1853), 12

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4792040 

SECOND GRAND CONCERT. MELBOURNE PHILHARMONIC SOCIETY,
Protestant Hall, THIS EVENING, WEDNESDAY, 27th April. Principal Vocal Performers -
Miss Graham (her second appearance); Mr. Moran. Leader - Mr. F. Fischer. Director - Mr. G. Chapman.
THE Band will consist of the following talented performers:
Violins - Mr. A. Fischer, Mr. Strebinger, Mr. Thomson; Viola - Mr. Thomas; Basso - Mr. C. Elza and Mr. Hardman; Cornet-a-Piston - Mr. G. Chapman; Clarionet and Oboe - Sig. Blume;
Flute - Mr. Rosenstengel. Pianoforte - Mr. Hertz and Mr. Thomson . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: George Chapman (director, cornet); Frederick Strebinger (violin); Herbert Thomas (viola); Daniel Hardman (double bass); Melbourne Philharmonic Society

[Advertisement], Geelong Advertiser and Intelligencer (31 July 1856), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article93143033 

MR. ROSENSTENGEL begs lave to acquaint his friends and the public in general, that he continues to teach music; also, French, German and Italian. For particulars apply at his residence No. 122 Yarra-street.

[Advertisement], The Star (7 July 1858), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article66049040

GEELONG NATIONAL GRAMMAR SCHOOL . . .
Head Master: Gilbert Wilson Brown, Esq., B.A. . . .
Singing and German, M. Rosenstengel . . .

"CURRENT TOPICS", Geelong Advertiser (4 October 1859), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article146567240 

Yesterday evening's concert was another great success, so far as a crowded hall, an attractive programme, and on the whole an admirable rendering of it, were concerned. Miss Hamilton was in excellent voice, and sang with all that chastened effect for which she is so justly admired . . . Mr. Rosenstengle's performance on the piano was also much admired. The various accompaniments by Mr. Pringle were faultless, and Mr. Stoneham's solo on the flute, "'Twere vain to tell thee," deserves mention.

ASSOCIATIONS: Octavia Hamilton (vocalist); George Pringle (piano accompanist); William Stoneham (flute)

[Advertisement], Geelong Advertiser (14 November 1859), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article146566331 

GEELONG RECREATIVE SOCIETY . . .
WEEKLY GRAND CONCERT FOR THE PEOPLE, AT THE MECHANICS' INSTITUTE,
MONDAY EVENING, NOVEMBER 14, 1859.
PROGRAMME. PART I. Grand Overture - "Il Barbiere di Seviglia" - Band - Rossini.
The Commemoration Ode (written by W. Stitt Jenkins) - Select Juvenile Class - Conductor - Mr. I'Erson.
Song - "Beautiful Bells" - Miss Octavia Hamilton - Salaman . . .
Glee - "The Bushmen" - Messrs. Shepherd, Buchan, Glennister and Denholm - Rosenstengel . . .
PART II . . . Duet - (Violin and Piano) - Messrs. Andrews and Rosenstengel - L. Shuberth . . .
W. S. JENKINS, Hon. Secretary.

ASSOCIATIONS: William Stitt Jenkins (secretary); Thomas William I'Erson (conductor)

[Advertisement], The Argus (2 January 1861), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article5696317 

GEELONG NATIONAL GRAMMAR SCHOOL . . .
Principal, GEORGE MORRISON, Esq., M.A. . . .
Singing and French, Mr. F. Rosenstengel . . .

"ARRIVALS AT McCORMICK'S ROYAL VICTORIA HOTEL, CORK", Cork Examiner [Ireland] (6 September 1862), 3

https://www.britishnewspaperarchive.co.uk/viewer/bl/0000425/18620906/024/0003 (PAYWALL)

. . . F. N. Rosenstengel, Cahir . . .

[Advertisement], The Courier [Brisbane, QLD] (30 January 1863), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article3161193

MR. ROSENSTENGEL, Professor of Music and Modern Languages,
begs to announce to the inhabitants of Brisbane and the public in general, that he is prepared to GIVE LESSONS in the above branches. Terms moderate. Schools attended.
For particulars, call at the office of Messrs. BONAR & Co., Queen-street, from 3 to 5 p.m.

"PRESENTATION TO THE REV. W. J. LARKIN", The Courier (5 February 1863), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article3161319

SIR, You would oblige the whole of the passengers who came out by the Duke of Newcastle, and probably do a service to a most worthy member of society - the Rev. W. J. Larkin if you could find space in your columns for some notice of the enclosed testimonial . . .
Yours respectfully, F. N. ROSENSTENGEL.
. . . Signed by the committee on behalf of the passengers on shipboard, off the coast of Australia, the 23rd day of December, 1862.
William Smith, M.D., Chairman; Matthew Quinn, Secretary; F. N. Rosenstengel, Treasurer . . .

[Advertisement], The Courier (8 June 1863), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article3163726

A Night with Shakspeare and other Poets,
Under the Distinguished Patronage of His Excellency Sir G. F. BOWEN, Governor, and LADY BOWEN.
MR. P. C. CUNNINGHAME, the Celebrated Dialect Actor, from the principal Theatres in America and New South Wales . . .
in the SCHOOL OF ARTS, North Brisbane, on THURSDAY EVENING, June 11th . . .
assisted by a GENTLEMAN AMATEUR, who will sing the far-famed humorous Song, "Any Oder Man,"
written expressly for the occasion, which will contain new local and political hits and general whimsical allusions . . .
Mr. ROSENSTENGEL will preside at the Pianoforte . . .

"MR. P. C. CUNNINGHAME'S entertainment", The Courier (12 June 1863), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article3163808

. . . Mr. Rosenstengel played several choice pieces on the pianoforte by way of interlude . . .

[Advertisement], The North Australian (26 September 1863), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article77436450

MR. ROSENSTENGEL, Professor of Music, Vocal and Instrumental, and the Languages, respectfully announces to the public that he still continues to give instructions in the above branches, at his Offices, next door to Flavelle Brothers, Queen-street.

"CENTRAL POLICE COURT. THURSDAY, OCTOBER 8 . . . NATURALISATION", The Courier (9 October 1863), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article3166159 

Ferdinand Nicholas Rosenstengel took the oath of allegiance to her Majesty Queen Victoria, and obtained papers of naturalisation.

"NOTES AND NEWS", The North Australian (19 July 1864), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article77435511

The concert last night, in aid of the Temperance Cause, was not as well attended as the last, although in point of merit we observed a decided improvement over the last . . . "La Fille du Regiment," by Mr. H. Cramer on the flute, accompanied by Mr. Rosenstengel, the conductor, on the piano, was excellently rendered, the time especially being faultless . . .

[News], The Brisbane Courier (6 June 1865), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article1273326 

A VOCAL and instrumental concert was given in the Hall of the South Brisbane Mechanics' Institute, yesterday evening, by a number of amateurs, headed by the energetic secretary, Mr. Rogers; and assisted by Mr. Rosenstengel, whose musical powers are well known . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: John Rogers (musical amateur)

"THE NORMAL SCHOOL", The Brisbane Courier (29 August 1865), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article1277655 

Yesterday his Excellency the Governor and Lady Bowen, and some of the members of the Legislature, inspected the Normal School, Adelaide-street, and witnessed a portion of an examination which was conducted by Mr. B. McDonnell, Inspector of National Schools . . . The singing was also very much admired by the visitors - the boys and girls, with the assistance of the pupil-teachers, sang several pieces, under the direction of Mr. Rosenstengel, in a manner that showed the instructions they had received from that gentleman were well applied . . .

"News of the Week", The Queenslander (18 August 1866), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article20309092 

ON Thursday evening a meeting of the Brisbane Deutchen Liedertafel was held at Lenneberg's Cafe de Paris, about twenty-five members being present. Some of the old members tried to bring into new life what was so unfortunately lost through the lamented death of Mr. Kopp. The meeting was opened by Mr. Eisel, and Mr. Boldeman was voted to the chair. Mr. Rosenstengel was elected musical director; Mr. Falkner, president; Mr. Boldeman, secretary, and Mr. Eisel, treasurer.

ASSOCIATIONS: Julius Kopp (musician)

"THE PHILHARMONIC CONCERTS", The Queenslander (30 March 1867), 12

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article20312499

The Philharmonic Society gave their second concert on Tuesday evening, at the School of Arts, and attracted, as was expected, a numerous and appreciative audience . . . The programme for the evening presented many points of interest, and consisted of two parts, the first containing selections from Handel's Oratorio of "Judas Maccabeus," and the second comprised selections from popular operas, songs, and duetts . . . The most excellent feature of the evening's performance was a solo pianoforte, "Caprice de Concert Traviata," which was exquisitely played by Madame Malalieu . . . Mr. Rosenstengel conducted admirably throughout, and the accompaniments, which were for the most part played by Mr. Diggles, left nothing to be desired. The second concert of the Philharmonic Society proved as great a success as their first, notwithstanding the absence of the accomplished artistes who on that occasion assisted them. Since that time the society has perceptibly improved under the careful tuition of Messrs. Rosenstengel and Diggles, and if they continue as they have commenced their quarterly concerts will be eagerly looked forward to by the inhabitants of Brisbane.

ASSOCIATIONS: Silvester Diggles (accompanist); Henrietta Mallalieu (pianist)

"LADIES IN PARLIAMENT. TO THE EDITOR OF . . .", The Brisbane Courier (23 April 1870), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article1315851

SIR, - I find that "Our Queensland Girl," in your issue of this day, hints at a probability of the speeches of our members of Parliament being set to music. If such a thing is to be done, I would suggest that every member at once follow the example of Caius Gracchus (not Tiberius this time), and engage the services of a piper to give the proper key-note with his pitch-pipe. It would be a fine sight to see every member thus in the House with his piper standing behind him. And then the tuning up of every piper before his patron begins to speechify! "O, what a joyful noise!" If this arrangement was curried out, it would assist the musician who is to set the speeches to music materially.
Yours, &c.,
F. N. ROSENSTENGEL.
Brisbane April 22.
* Cui concionanti consistens post eum musicus, fistula, quam tonarion vocant, modos, quibus deberet intendi, ministrabat. -
Quintiliani Inst. Orator. Lib. I. 10, 27.

"MARRIAGES", The Queenslander (29 March 1879), 385

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article19779815

ROSENSTENGEL - FITZGERALD. - On the 17th March, at St. Stephen's Cathedral, by the Rev. P. Capra, Ferdinand Nikolaus, second son of the late John Christopher Rosenstengel, captain in the 32nd Prussian Regiment of Infantry, to Delia, fourth and youngest daughter of Edward Gustave Fitzgerald, Esq., of Drumcore-house, Kilshanny, Clare, Ireland.

[Advertisement], The Brisbane Courier (28 May 1883), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article3418488

MR. F. N. ROSENSTENGEL has much pleasure in announcing to his friends and the public in general that he intends giving a GRAND CONCERT, on which occasion he will be assisted by superior professional talent.
Mr. L. ROSENSTENGEL, Oboe Soloist, will then appear for the first time. This young artist is a pupil of Herr Ton, chef d'orchestre of the private orchestra of H.R.H. the Grand Duke of Saxe-Weimar.

[News], The Brisbane Courier (29 June 1883), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article3419567

THE extremely limited attendance at the Albert Hall last night at the Herren Rosenstengel's concert will not, it is hoped, be accepted as any gauge of the appreciation of the high ability of both those gentlemen by the musical public. Herr F. N. Rosenstengel, who has resided in Brisbane for many years, is known as a musician of a high order, but his nephew, Herr L. Rosenstengel, practically made his debut in this city last night. He is a young musician, formerly a pupil of Herr Tou [sic], chef d'orchestre to the Grand Duke of Saxe Weimar, and is possessed of no small ability and skill in performing on more than one instrument. Although his capabilities as a pianist and violinist are great, the oboe appears to be his favourite instrument. Two oboe solos were included in the programme, and they were undoubtedly the best items. Movements of a very difficult character were performed with perfect case and delicacy of tone. He also played a "solo on bars of steel." The selection performed was, a pretty polka, composed by Herr F. N. Roscnstengel. The soloist, who was accompanied by full orchestra, did well and produced several melodious strains from the small pieces of steel laid in rotation upon a board, but so clever an artist should surely rise superior to musical eccentrics at a grand concert. Herren Rosentengel were assisted by Miss Fanny Atkinson and Messrs. Simmonds and Barrington, all of whom wore suffering from colds . . . The orchestra of five performers, exclusive of the beneficiaires, was really a good one, and their overtures and marches were not the least acceptable items in the programme. Special mention must also be made of a rondo by Farmer, on "Oh, Charming May," which was admirably performed as a quintette by Signor Benvenuti (violin), F. N. Rosenstengel (piano), L. Rosenstengel (violin and oboe), Seal (cornet), Seal (double bass). The accompanists were Herr F. N. Rosenstengel and Mr. Atkinson.

ASSOCIATIONS: Paul Atkinson (piano); Antonio Benvenuti (violin); Andreas and August Seal (double bass and cornet)

[Advertisement], The Brisbane Courier (5 September 1883), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article3421642

MR. TH. L. ROSENSTENGEL, Jun.
Teacher of MUSIC. LESSONS on Piano, Violin, Oboe, Clarionet, Bassoon, &c.
Terms on application to 50 Queen-street.

[News], The Brisbane Courier (16 June 1885), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article3443028

WE have to acknowledge the receipt from the publishers, Messrs. Gordon and Gotch, of a new schottische, entitled "Our Nellie's Schottische" and composed by Herr F. N. Rosenstengel. It is rather above the average of most of the recent local productions, the introduction being pleasing, and the rhythm in the schottische proper, being well marked for dancing. At the same time, whilst playing the first movement in the schottische, the performer is haunted by a vague sense of playing alternately odd bars from "Prince Albert's Polka," composed by Jullien, which is to be found in one of Chappell's books (No. 8); and also of "Der Robold," [sic] composed by Scotson Clark; though of course the latter is written in a different key, A flat major, whilst the schottische is in G major. In the second page, the transition from the key of G major to that of C major, is rendered unpleasantly abrupt owing to the necessary preparatory modulation being omitted. We cannot help noticing the above defects, but still on the whole, we can recommend the schottische to average performers who are not disposed to be hypercritical.

MUSIC: ? Der Kobold (by Scotson Clark)

"OUR NELLIE'S SCHOTTISCHE. TO THE EDITOR", The Brisbane Courier (18 June 1885), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article3443082

SIR, - Concerning the local notice in your issue of last Tuesday containing a critique of my composition, allow me a little space to say a few words on the subject. I have no objection to any fair criticism in any shape or form. But as for the alleged similarities to a composition by Jullien, I beg to state that I do not know it, never saw it, nor ever knew anything of its existence. As for the composition "Der Kobold," which I with others have compared with my schottische, I fail to discover any similarities. Moreover, I beg to inform you that, although only recently published, my composition has been in existence for nearly ten years in manuscript. Four years ago I arranged it for a small orchestra. This I can easily prove, as it has been played within that period on many occasions, and has always been admired even by hypercritical people. It is simply a question whether the "Kobold" or my schottische is the older composition of the two. The exceedingly sapient remark about the "abruptness" caused by the transition from G major to C major is certainly one sui generis. It speaks for itself, and undoubtedly does not impress any musician with the fact that the writer's knowledge of harmony, counterpoint, and composition is very extensive.
- I am, sir, &c.
F. N. ROSENSTENGEL.
[Mr. Rosenstengel has a right to his reply. His composition and our criticism are before the musical public of Brisbane. They are the judges. - ED. B. C.]

"NEW MUSIC", Queensland Figaro and Punch (12 February 1887), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article84119815

The "Moonlight Promenade Waltz," by F. N. Rosenstengel, published by H. J. Pollard & Co., Brisbane . . .

"NEW MUSIC", Queensland Figaro and Punch (14 January 1888), 11s

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article84108283 

"Reminiscence of the Ruins of Pompeii." Nocturne, for piano, by Ludwig Rosenstengel, junior. Gordon & Gotch, publishers, Brisbane.

The latest candidate for public favor in the shape of local musical composition is the nocturne, by our townsman, Herr Rosenstengel, the well-known oboe player. The general character of the piece is in strict keeping with its title, being a graceful idyll phrased in simple, dreamy style. The melody is clear and well marked, and within the reach of the veriest tyro on the keyboard, and, barring a few clerical errors, is worth including in every music portfolio. Herr Rosenstengel, I believe, makes his first bow to a Queensland audience as a composer in this instance, and from such a promise I think he will issue yet something of a more ambitious and enduring nature. The frontispiece is hardly up to the best productions of the publishers, otherwise the get-up is passable. For the benefit of the beginner, I ought to mention that the nocturne is written throughout in six-eight time, in E flat major, with a brief modulation in the relative key of B flat after the orthodox rule.

[News], The Brisbane Courier (27 February 1890), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article3517461

A large circle of musical friends will read with regret of the death of Herr Rosenstengel, the clever pianist and teacher of music, who has practised and taught in Brisbane for something like a quarter of a century. Among other positions which he filled was that of teacher to the choirs of St. Stephen's Cathedral and St. Patrick's Church, Fortitude Valley. The deceased gentleman's funeral took place yesterday afternoon and was largely attended. The procession was headed by a band composed of those anxious to do honour to so old a musician. At the Toowong General Cemetery the service was read by the Rev. Father Fouhy.

[Advertisement], The Brisbane Courier (29 March 1890), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article3510646

IN the SUPREME COURT of QUEENSLAND. - ECCLESIASTICAL JURISDICTION.
In the WILL of FERDINAND NICHOLAS ROSENSTENGEL, late of Toowong, near Brisbane, in the Colony of Queensland, Licensed Victualler, Deceased . . .

ROSINCRANTZ, Mr. (Mr. ROSINCRANTZ) (? pseudonym)

Pianist

Active Sydney, NSW,

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

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Summary:

Rosincrantz was almost certainly a pseudonym, probably inspired by plans, then underway, for a production of Hamlet, with Albert Spencer in the title role and for his benefit, at Sydney's Theatre Royal, on 18 September. Whether significant or not, an actor called Riley was advertised to play Rosencrantz.

Documentation:

[Advertisement], The Australian [Sydney, NSW] (1 August 1837), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article36853894 

Mr. Buckingham's Glee Club.
THE next MEETING takes place THIS EVENING at 8 o'clock,
Mr. B., President. Mr. L., Vice-President.
[manicule] Mr. Rosincrantz will preside at the Pianoforte.

ASSOIATIONS: George Buckingham (president); ? Barnett Levey or John Herman Selwyn Lee (vice-president)

Theatre Royal, SYDNEY. SPENCER'S BENEFIT.
A. SPENCER has much pleasure in announcing to his Friends and the Public, that on the above occasion he will be enabled to produce Shakspeare's admired Tragedy of HAMLET, in which Mr. S. will, for the first time, attempt that arduous character . . .
ON MONDAY EVENING, September 18,1837, will be presented Shakspeare's admired Play of HAMLET . . .
HAMLET - MR. SPENCER
Rosencrantz - Mr. Riley
1st Gravedigger - Mr. Lee
2nd Gravedigger - Mr. Buckingham . . .
AFTER WHICH . . . A COMIC SONG, (in character,) BY MR LEE.
SONG - "A Bachelor leads an easy life," MR. BUCKINGHAM . . .

ROSLEIN, Carl (Carl ROSLEIN, pseudonym)

Musician, composer

Active Sydney, NSW,

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-R-2.php#ROSLEIN-Carl (shareable link to this entry)

Musical work:

Un ballo in maschera quadrille [The masked ball quadrilles] (1868)

Un ballo in maschera quadrille by Carl Roslein [The masked ball quadrilles from Verdi's opera arranged by Carl Röslein] (Sydney: J. R. Clarke, [1868])

https://trove.nla.gov.au/work/15409345 

https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-168467158 (DIGITISED)

[Advertisement], The Sydney Morning Herald (12 November 1868), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article28422819 

PUBLISHED THIS DAY. - "UN BALLO IN MASCHERA" QUADRILLES, by Carl Roslein, price 3s. . . .
J. R. CLARKE, Musicseller and Publisher, 23, Hunter-street.

"NEW MUSIC", Empire [Sydney, NSW] (14 November 1868), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article60829232 

Mr. J. R. Clarke of Hunter-street, is now displaying a commendable activity in the line of publishing new music, and his enterprise should meet the approbation of connoisseurs. The last production is the "Un Ballo in Maschera Quadrilles," arranged by a gentleman who has chosen to adopt as his nom-de-plume the designation of "Carl Roslein." The engraving of the music has been executed by Mr. Fischer, a clever German; the printing and illuminated title page, the latter a very unique design, by Messrs. W. H. Wigley and Co., of George-street. The arrangement in no wise detracts from the well-known talent of the author, whoso real patronymic it would be a breach of confidence to disclose.

ASSOCIATIONS: Jacob Richard Clarke (musicseller, publisher); John N. Fischer (engraver); William Hankinson Wigley (lithographer, printer)

ROSNATI, Ferante (Ferante ROSNATI)

Tenor vocalist

Arrived Melbourne, VIC, April-May 1871
Died Milan, Italy, 1884

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Ferante+Rosnati+d1884 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

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THIS ENTRY IS A STUB ON PERSONNEL FIRST ACTIVE IN AUSTRALIA AFTER 1860

ROSS, James (James ROSS; Dr. ROSS)

Printer, engraver, newspaper editor

Active Hobart Town, VDL (TAS), 1827

http://nla.gov.au/nla.party-559526 (NLA persistent identifier)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-R-2.php#ROSS-James (shareable link to this entry)

Documentation:

[Advertisement], The Hobart Town Gazette [VDL (TAS)] (18 August 1827), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article8791907 

COPPER-PLATE PRINTING And Engraving of Cards, Invoices, Bills of Lading, Music, &c. neatly executed by the undersigned.
JAMES ROSS, Gazette office, Aug. 9. 1827.

ASSOCIATIONS: Thomas Bock (engraver)

ROSS, Thomas Andrew (Thomas Andrew ROSS; Thomas A. ROSS; T. A. ROSS)

Musician, singing master (late Organist of St. Nicholas Church, Dundalk), teacher of vocal and instrumental music

Born Londford, Ireland, 26 August 1814 (date on gravestone)
Married Anne Jane ATKINSON (1818-1895), Mullabrack church, Ireland, 23 June 1834
Arrived Brisbane, QLD, November 1865
Died Brisbane, QLD, 29 June 1892

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ROSS, Anna Jane (Anna Jane ROSS; Mrs. A. J. CHETWYND; Mrs. CHETWYND)

Musician, music teacher, school teacher

Born Armagh, Ireland, c. 1837; daughter of Thomas Andrew ROSS and Anne Jane ATKINSON
Arrived Brisbane, QLD, November 1865
Married John Talbot CHETWYND (d. 1869), Sydney, NSW, 16 September 1869
Died North Sydney, NSW, 19 July 1925

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THIS ENTRY IS A STUB ON PERSONNEL FIRST ACTIVE IN AUSTRALIA AFTER 1860

Documentation:

"MARRIED", Belfast Commercial Chronicle [Northern Ireland] (30 June 1834), 3

https://www.britishnewspaperarchive.co.uk/viewer/bl/0001287/18340630/015/0003 (PAYWALL)

At Mullabrack Church, on the 23d inst. by the Rev. Robert G. Atkinson, Mr. Thomas Ross, to Ann Jane, eldest daughter of Benjamin Atkinson, of Turner's Grove, Esq.

[Advertisement], Newry Telegraph [Ireland] (30 March 1847), 1

https://www.britishnewspaperarchive.co.uk/viewer/bl/0000998/18470330/011/0001 (PAYWALL)

MUSICAL INSTRUCTION. MR. THOMAS ROSS,
Formerly Member of the Armagh Cathedral Choir, and now Organist of St. Nicholas', Dundalk.
PURPOSES giving INSTRUMENTAL and VOCAL INSTRUCTION, in DUNDALK and its surrounding neighborhood, and pledges himself to all that persevering attention (added to long experience a successful Teacher) can do for the permanent improvement of those Pupils entrusted to his care.
References of the highest order given, to character and ability.
PIANO-FORTE TUNING.
Mr. R. will contract for TUNING PIANOS, at £1 each, per annum, and trusts from his experience in that branch of his profession, for the last twelve years, (which his testimonials from sone of the most respectable Families in the North fully bear witness to), to merit a share of public patronage.
St. Helena Quay, Dundalk.

"MADAME HAYES'S CONCERT", Dundalk Democrat, and People's Journal [Scotland] (9 March 1861), 4

https://www.britishnewspaperarchive.co.uk/viewer/bl/0001448/18610309/049/0004 (PAYWALL)

On Tuesday last Madame Hayes gave concert the Assembly Room, Dundalk, which was attended by very fashionable audience. The voice of Madame Hayes was splendid, and delighted all present, which was evinced by the enthusiastic applause which she was greeted. Her singing of "The last Rose of Summer," "The Harp that once through Tara's Halls," and "Home sweet Home" was most exquisite . . . The piano used on the occasion, and also in Newry, was suppled from the establishment of Mr. Thomas Ross of Dundalk; and its beautiful tone added much to the flood of song which was heard by, and charmed all, who were present. It is creditable to Mr. Ross have such instruments in his establishment, which elicited the admiration of even the gifted Catherine Hayes.

ASSOCIATIONS: Catherine Hayes (vocalist)

[Advertisement], Newry Examiner and Louth Advertiser [Ireland] (22 April 1865), 1

https://www.britishnewspaperarchive.co.uk/viewer/bl/0000830/18650422/012/0001 (PAYWALL)

AUCTION OF SUPERIOR HOUSEHOLD FURNITURE, NEW AND SECOND-HAND PIANOS & HARMONIUMS.
TO BE DOLD BY AUCTION, without Reserve, at the Residence of Mr. THOMAS A. ROSS, (who is about to Emigrate) Pianoforte Warehouse, Seatown Place, Dundalk, on TUESDAY, the 25th day of APRIL, the Entire Household Furniture . . .

Brisbane, QLD (by November 1865):

[Advertisement], The Brisbane Courier (9 November 1865), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article1281816 

BRISBANE SCHOOL OF ARTS.
SINGING CLASSES on the Hullah System
will be opened on WEDNESDAY Evening, the 15th instant, at 8 p.m., under the Management of Mr. THOS. A. ROSS, late Organist of Dundalk Church, and Member of the Armagh Cathedral Choir. - Further particulars may be had on application to GEO. H. CARTER, Secretary.
MR. THOMAS A. ROSS, Teacher of Vocal and Instrumental Music, late Organist of Dundalk Church, and Member of the Cathedral Choir, Armagh, begs to call attention to his System of Instruction, and also that of his daughter MISS A. J. ROSS, by which their Pupils are enabled to continue the Study of Music without the continuous aid of a teacher. Mr. Ross bears the highest testimonials from the Nobility and Gentry of the locality he has come from as a VOCAL AND INSTRUMENTAL TEACHER, as well as a PIANOFORTE TUNER. Letters promptly attended to. - Address, Montague street, South Brisbane.

[Advertisement], The Brisbane Courier (6 December 1865), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article1283480

LADIES' COLLEGIATE SCHOOL, HAMPTON HOUSE, MARGARET-STREET.
THE Classes are conducted by Mrs. UNSWORTH, assisted by a thoroughly competent Staff of Teachers . . .
Music Teacher, Miss Ross
Singing Master, Mr. Ross, late Organist of St. Nicholas Church, Dundalk . . .

[Advertisement], The Brisbane Courier (26 December 1865), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article1284604 

LADIES' COLLEGIATE SCHOOL, HAMPTON HOUSE . . .
Music Teacher, Miss Ross, who for some years studied on the Continent;
Singing Master, Mr. Ross, late Organist of St. Nicholas Church, Dundalk . . .

"COURT OF REQUESTS. WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 4", The Brisbane Courier (5 December 1867), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article1288971

Thomas A. Ross v. Churchwardens of St. John's Church. - Action for £20, salary as organist to the church. Mr. Shaw, for defendants, applied for, and obtained, leave to amend the plea. A defence was attempted to be set up that the plaintiff was incompetent for his duties, and therefore his salary had been withheld. Mr. Paul, for plaintiff, applied for a verdict, which was given, for the full amount, with costs.

MARRIAGE . . . DEATHS", The Brisbane Courier (27 September 1869), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article1297100 

CHETWYND - ROSS. - On the 16th September, at the residence of his cousin, South Head-road, Sydney, by the Rev. Noel Chetwynd, John Talbot Chetwynd, of Pendrillyon, near Truro, England, to Anna Jane, eldest daughter of Thos. A. Ross, Bowen-terrace, Brisbane, and Erindale, Albert River.

CHETWYND. - On the 19th September, suddenly, at the residence of his cousin, South Head-road, Sydney, John, second surviving son of the late Herbert Talbot Chetwynd, of Hawley, Monmouth, England. [Maryborough papers please copy.]

[Advertisement], The Brisbane Courier (5 April 1870), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article1314181 

LOST, yesterday, between Ann-street, Valley, and Bowen-terrace, a TUNING HAMMER. Any person returning it to Mr. T. A. Ross, Piano Tuner, will be rewarded.

"IN INSOLVENCY. IN RE JANE CHEYWYND, WIDOW, AN INSOLVENT . . .", The Queenslander (6 March 1875), 9

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article18335098 

This was an application . . . requiring that the title deeds and interest in a piece of land which the insolvent had made over to her father, Thomas Andrew Ross . . . Anna Jane Talbot-Chetwynd deposed: I am a widow, and commonly go by the name of Anna Jane Chetwynd . . .

"BEENLEIGH", The Queenslander (22 June 1878), 359

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article19767118 

Old residents in this district will regret to hear of the death of Mr. Thomas A. Ross, jun., which occurred recently on board the May Queen, when that vessel was on her voyage from the South Sea Islands to Moreton Bay. Mr. Ross was one of the pioneers of the sugar industry in this district, having been for some years engaged in prosecuting sugar-planting at the Tauronga estate, Albert River. He possessed considerable musical talents, and, being of genial temperament, the deceased gentleman was, when resident amongst us, always to the fore with assistance in carrying out concerts and other entertainments of a like nature. All who knew the many excellent qualities he possessed cannot but deeply sympathise with his relatives in their bereavement.

"MRS. CHETWYND'S SCHOOL", The Telegraph [Brisbane, QLD] (17 December 1881), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article175545727 

The usual midsummer concert by the pupils at Mrs. Chetwynd's school was given in the Albert Hall, Adelaide Street, yesterday afternoon and was attended by upwards of 200, mostly ladies, anxious to see what progress had been made . . .

"DEATH", Logan Witness (9 July 1892), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article163895583 

ROSS. - On the 29th June, at his residence, Rostrevor, near Beenleigh, Thomas A. Ross, aged 77 years 10 months.

"The Death of Mr. T. A. Ross", Logan Witness [Beenleigh, QLD] (2 July 1892), 2

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article163896545 

Many old settlers will learn with regret the death of Mr. T. A. Ross, which took place Wednesday afternoon last. Mr. Ross had been unwell for some time past, and latterly had suffered from attacks of faintness, accompanied by difficulty of breathing. These becoming worse, medical aid was called in, and it was found he was suffering from heart disease, but, from his great age, 78 years, little could be done for him. However, he rallied a good deal, but on Wednesday quietly passed away without a moan while sitting in his chair. Mr. Ross landed on the Albert in 1865 and has resided there during the last 27 years, visiting Brisbane weekly teaching music for many years. Mr. Ross hailed from the county of Longford, Ireland, and was organist for some years in the parish church of which Sir George Bowen's father was the clergyman.

ASSOCIATIIONS: George Bowen (former governor of QLD; his father Edward Bowen, was rector of Taughboyne, County Donegal)

[Advertisement], The Brisbane Courier (16 July 1892), 7

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article3545027

In the WILL of THOMAS ANDREW ROSS, late of Rostrevor, near Beenleigh, in the Colony of Queensland, Esquire, Deceased . . . that PROBATE of the last WILL and TESTAMENT of the abovenamed Thomas Andrew Ross, Esquire, deceased, may be granted to ANN JANE ROSS, of Rostrevor, near Beenleigh, in the Colony of Queensland, Widow, the sole Executrix . . .

"DEATHS", The Daily Telegraph [Sydney, NSW] (20 July 1925), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article245253880 

CHETWYND. - July 19, 1025, at her late residence, Lane Cove Road, North Sydney, Madam Ann Jane Chetwynd, beloved sister of B. A. Ross. Esq., of Townsville, and aunt of Mrs. W. G. McCourt, of Naremburn, aged 89 years. Private Interment.

"DEATH OF MRS. A. J. CHETWYND", The Brisbane Courier (21 July 1825), 19

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article20944883 

Many old pupils, some of them now grandmothers, will learn with regret of the death in Sydney last Monday, at an advanced age, of Mrs. A. J. Chetwynd. For years she was a well-known personality in Brisbane in the early days. She arrived in Brisbane with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. T. A. Ross, in 1865. Having been trained in the College of Preceptors, Dublin, and at Lausanne, Switzerland, she engaged in teaching music for some years . . .

"The School of Yesterday", Sunday Mail [Brisbane, QLD] (10 December 1839), 31

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article98010349 

. . . MRS. Chetwynd was born in Armagh, Ireland, and was educated there and in Lausanne, Switzerland. Later she gained a diploma of education at the College of Praeceptors, Dublin, and after some experience as a governess she accompanied her parents, the late Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Ross, to Australia, arriving in Brisbane in November, 1865. She was a gifted musician, and for a year or two she taught music, riding on horseback to the homes of her pupils. About 1870 she opened a private school on Bowen Terrace. There was not at that time a Grammar School for Girls In Brisbane, nor had the late Mrs. Janet O'Connor established her first school, which she opened in 1877 on Wickham Terrace. In 1875 Mrs. Chetwynd moved to Herschel Street, off North Quay. So successful was the school that the premises became too small, in spite of additions, and a second move was made to Corinda, on the North Quay. Mrs. Chetwynd conducted her school there till 1886, when, thinking a sea-side school would appeal to country parents, she moved to Southport. But as the only means of transport was a small steamer which took a day on the journey from Brisbane, the venture was not successful. She retired at the beginning of this century and went to live in Sydney, where she died in 1925, aged 88 years . . .

ROSSI, Elena (Elena ROSSI; Madame ROSSI)

Contralto vocalist

Active Melbourne, VIC, January to June 1854

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Elena+Rossi+c1854 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-R-2.php#ROSSI-Elena (shareable link to this entry)

Summary:

Madame Elena Rossi, who was advertised as a pupil of Manuel Garcia and Domenico Crivelli, "just arrived from England", first appeared in concert in Melbourne for John Winterbottom on 30 January 1854, singing a scene from Ernani, and again for him in concerts in Geelong in February and Prahran in June.

Rossi appeared and disappeared from record, all in the space of six months. Otherwise undocumented elsewhere, and therefore practically unidentifiable, it is perhaps of some slight significance that she explained that her teacher Garcia had also taught Henriette Sontag, Sontag's married name being Rossi (Sontag, coincidentally, died in Mexico in June 1854)

Documentation:

[Advertisement], The Argus (23 January 1854), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4802295

MADAME ELENA ROSSI has just arrived from England, and will make her first appearance at M. Winterbottom's Grand Musical Festival, on Monday, January 30th, at the Mechanics' Institution.

ASSOCIATIONS: John Winterbottom (conductor, musical director); Mechanics' Insitution (Melbourne)

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

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4802438

MADAME ELENA ROSSI, pupil of Signor Garcia, singing master to Jenny Lind and Madame Sontag, will make her first appearance at Mr. Winterbottom's Musical Festival on Monday . . .
PARTIES obtaining tickets to hear Madame Elena Rossi can have their seats reserved . . .
TICKETS to hear Madame Elena Rossi on Monday next to be had at Mr. Wilkie's pianoforte saloon, Collins street, and the Institution.

ASSOCIATIONS: Joseph Wilkie (musicseller)

[Advertisement], The Argus (28 January 1854), 8

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4802560

MECHANICS' INSTITUTION - Monday, January 30th, 1854.
Mr. Winterbottom's GRAND MUSICAL FESTIVAL
M. Winterbottom has much pleasure in announcing to his patrons and the public that he will have the honor of introducing to a Melbourne audience
Madame Elena Rossi, Pupil of Signora Garcia and Crevelli, who has just arrived from England, and will make her first appearance on Monday, January 30th . . .
Pianist - M. Salaman. Conductor - M. Winterbottom.
PROGRAMME. Part I . . . Grand Scene - Ernani Ernani Volimi [sic, involami], Madame Elena Rossi - Verdi . . .
Part II . . . Grand Duetto - Lasciami non t'ascolto, Mrs. Testar and Madame Elena Rossi - Rossini . . .
English Ballad - Oh! do not chide me, Madame Elena Rossi - H. Smart . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Elizabeth Testar (soprano vocalist); Edward Salamon (pianist, accompanist)

MUSIC: Ernani Ernani involami (Verdi, from Ernani); Lasciami non t'ascolto (Rossini, from Tancredi); Oh! do not chide me (Henry Smart)

[Advertisement], Geelong Advertiser and Intelligencer (11 February 1854), 3

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MASONIC HALL. For one Night only.
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 13TH, 1854,
MADAME ELENA ROSSI'S AND MR. WINTERBOTTOM'S GRAND EVENING CONCERT.
MADAME ELENA ROSSI, the celebrated contralto, and M. WINTERBOTTOM, beg to announce to the public of Geelong, that they will have the honour of giving a Grand Evening Concert at the above institution, on Monday, February 13th, when the following eminent artistes will appear.
VOCALISTS. MRS. TESTAR, MR. W. F. SAYER, M. WINTERBOTTOM,
AND MADAME ELENA ROSSI, (Pupil of Signors Garcia and Crivelli) who has just arrived from Europe.
SOLO INSTRUMENTALISTS. Bassoon - Mr. Winterbottom.
Piano Forte - Mr. C. Elasser [Elsasser] . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Charles Elsasser (pianist, accompanist); W. F. Sayer (vocalist)

"THE CONCERT AT THE MASONIC HALL", Geelong Advertiser and Intelligencer (14 February 1854), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article86414942 

The evening concert, at which Madame Elena Rossi, and M. Winterbottom, made their first "debut" to a Geelong audience, was successful; and the re-appearance of Mrs. Testar amongst us, was hailed with greetings [?], which we trust was gratifying to that amiable and talented lady. Madame Elena Rossi has a fine contra-alto voice, and evoked applause in "La Somnanbula." The syren voice of Mrs. Testar, has been so often the subject of eulogy, that praise is exhausted. Mr. W. F. Sayer sang very correctly and simply. The Solo on the bassoon, "The last Rose of Summer," with variations, was loudly encored, and Mr. Winterbottom, we should think, pretty well exhausted. The Bill of Fare was rather meagre, there being only two concerted pieces. Before the next concert, it would be well to call in the services of the piano forte tuner.

[Advertisement], The Argus (7 June 1854), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article4809034

A GRAND Concert, under the Patronage of His Excellency the Acting Lieutenant-Governor, will be given by Mr. Winterbottom, in aid of the Building Fund of the Prahran Mechanics' Institute, on Thursday, June 8th, in the Royal George Assembly Room, Chapel street, Prahran.
The following artistes have kindly given their services for this occasion: -
Madame Rossi, Miss Octavia Hamilton, and Mr. and Mrs. Winterbottom.
Tickets of admission to be had from the Secretary, Mr. ROMANIS, Chapel-road, South Yarra, or from any of the Committee.

ASSOCIATIONS: Octavia Hamilton (soprano vocalist); Maria Margaret Winterbottom (actor, pianist, vocalist); Prahran Mechanics' Institute; the Argus review of the concert makes no mention of Rossi

ROW, John and Edward (John and Edward ROW)

Song publishers, ? song writers

Active Sydney, NSW, by 1860

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-R-2.php#ROW-John-and-Edward (shareable link to this entry)

Summary:

John Row (1820-1887), a native of Devon recently married in London, was newly arrived in Sydney in 1843. His brother Edward Row (1829-1900) arrived by 1851/52 or possibly earlier. From 1857 they were in partnership in Sydney as J. and E. Row, of Bank Court, off King-street, druggists and chemists. Beginning in late 1860, they widely advertised their "Row's Embrocation, or Farmer's Friend", a lotion for horses and cattle, in country papers, spruiking their product with three songs, plausibly of their own composition, and roughly set to probably the same un-identified tune or ditty - "Song of a sore-backed horse", "The song the old cow sung", and "Rowe's Embrocation; or, Song of a mail-coach horse".

Documentation:

[Advertisement], Illawarra Mercury (20 November 1860), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article132223384 

SONG OF A SORE-BACKED HORSE

TAKE that! There's a "burster," to bruise all your bones,
Neighed my spirited nag, and he grinned like a boar,
As he buck-jumped me over his head on the stones
Then kicked up his heels in the air as he swore . . .

When the price of your dinner (Odds! gripes and starvation -
You grudge three-and-sixpence to heal my poor back!)
Would purchase a bottle of ROWS' EMBROCATION
And that would cure all my bad spots in a crack . . .

And, J. and E. ROW, may your fame last for ever
May you never grow gouty, or ugly or thin
May you never be galled by misfortune, no, never,
But live till ye die within sound healthy skin!

[Advertisement], The Yass Courier (24 November 1860), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article263881358 

SONG OF A SORE-BACKED HORSE . . .

[Advertisement], Bathurst Free Press and Mining Journal (28 November 1860), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article63596307 

SONG OF A SORE-BACKED HORSE . . .

[Advertisement], Examiner [Kiama, NSW] (1 December 1860), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article102519158 

SONG OF A SORE-BACKED HORSE . . .

[Advertisement], Maryborough Chronicle, Wide Bay and Burnett Advertiser [QLD] (5 December 1860), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article150314081 

SONG OF A SORE-BACKED HORSE . . .

[Advertisement], The Maitland Mercury and Hunter River General Advertiser (8 December 1860), 4

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article18679212 

SONG OF A SORE-BACKED HORSE . . .

[Advertisement], Illawarra Mercury (4 January 1861), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article132227835 

Song of a Mail-coach Horse.

WITH whips, oaths, goads, and thundering loads
I am whacked, worked, and cursed on the great southern roads -
Though from Roberts' stud, with breed, bone, and blood,
I've to drag all my days, through an ocean of mud . . .

I'm as' stiff as a post, though I once was your boast,
Good master look sharp, or I'll soon be a ghost;
Send to J. and E. ROW, for a bottle, or so -
That stuff cured my stringhalt a long time' ago.

Row's Embrocation, or Farmer's Friend, prepared
by J. and E. Row, Bank Court, Sydney, and sold by all respectable storekeepers.
Beware of Counterfeits.

[Advertisement], The Maitland Mercury and Hunter River General Advertiser (16 February 1861), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article18680291 

THE SONG THE OLD COW SUNG.

I SIGH for those days which have vanished alas!
When I roam'd free as air amidst thistles and grass
(A handsome young heifer), o'er mountain and dale.
With my heart free from dread of the stockyard or bail . . .

ROW'S EMBROCATION OR FARMERS FRIEND;
prepared by J. & E. ROW, Bank Court, Sydney, and sold by all respectable Storekeepers.
Beware of Counterfeits.

[Advertisement], Rockhampton Bulletin and Central Queensland Advertiser [QLD] (3 December 1863), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article51560062 

THE SONG THE OLD COW SUNG . . .

"LATEST NEWS (BY ELECTRIC TELEGRAPH) . . . NEW SOUTH WALES", The Herald [Melbourne, VIC] (27 June 1868), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article244954662 

Mr. John Rowe, chemist and druggist, has been declared insolvent. His liabilities amount to nearly L34,000, and his assets are set down at L32.

[Advertisement], The Sydney Mail and New South Wales Advertiser (13 May 1882), 749

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article162029883 

ROW'S EMBROCATION OR SONG OF A MAIL COACH HORSE.
As sung Twenty Tears Ago.
With whips, oaths, and goads, and thundering loads,
I am whack'd, work'd, and curs'd on the Great Southern roads;
Though from Roberts' s stud, with breed, bone, and blood,
I've to drag all my days through an ocean of mud . . .

"COUNTRY NEWS . . . BURROWA; THURSDAY", The Sydney Morning Herald (18 March 1887), 7

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article28355705 

Mr. John Row, chemist, brother to Mr. Edward Row, of Sydney, died last night [16 March]. He had been ailing for the past nine months. Mr. Row had been a resident of Burrowa for the past 11 years, and was held in high estimation by all classes.

"DEATHS", The Daily Telegraph (22 May 1900), 1

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article237314592 

ROW. - May 21st, at "Erith Villa," Little-st., Balmain East, Edward Row, aged 71 years. No flowers.

ROWE BROTHERS OF ADELAIDE

ROWE, William (William James ROWE)

Amateur musician, vocalist, choral singer, bandsman, brass instrumentalist

Born Truro, Cornwall, England, 11 February 1821; baptised Wesleyan Chapel, Kenwyn, 25 March 1831; son of William ROWE (1790-1861) and Philippa WALES (c. 1785-1870)
Married (1) Mary ? , c. 1843
Arrived SA, 1855 (from Victoria)
Married (2/3) Susan ALLEN (d. 1910), 6 April 1881
Died North Kensington, SA, 20 March 1910, in his "90th" year

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=William+Rowe+1821-1910 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-R-2.php#ROWE-William (shareable link to this entry)

ROWE, John (John ROWE)

Amateur musician, vocalist, choral singer, bandsman, brass instrumentalist

Born Truro, Cornwall, 12 November 1824; baptised Wesleyan Chapel, Kenwyn, 9 June 1825; son of William ROWE (1790-1861) and Philippa WALES (c. 1785-1870)
Arrived SA, ? by c. 1857
Died Reading, PA, USA, 1917, in his "92nd" year

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=John+Rowe+1824-1917 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-R-2.php#ROWE-John (shareable link to this entry)

ROWE, Richard (Richard ROWE)

Amateur musician, vocalist, choral singer, precentor (Presbyterian), brass instrumentalist

Born Truro, Cornwall, England, c. 1833/34; baptised, Kenwyn, 27 February 1848 [sic]; son of William ROWE (1790-1861) and Philippa WALES (c. 1785-1870)
Arrived SA, 1857
Married (1) Hannah Elizabeth HILL, North Adelaide (1838-1867), 9 May 1859
Married (2) Elizabeth LE SAUVAGE (c. 1836-1922), Wesleyan church, Pirie Street, Adelaide, 28 December 1868
Died East Adelaide, SA, 17 May 1897, aged 64

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Richard+Rowe+c1833-1897 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-R-2.php#ROWE-Richard (shareable link to this entry)

Summary:

The three Rowe brothers of Adelaide were the two eldest and the youngest surviving son of William Rowe, a coach smith, and his wife Philippa (or Phillis) Wales, who had married at Truro on 11 November 1810.

In Adelaide from the late 1850s they were active as both vocalists and instrumentalists, as members of the Adelaide Choral Society, the choir of Pirie Street Wesleyan Church, and of Heinrich Schrader's band.

Documentation:

Register of baptisms, Wesleyan chapel, St. Mary's, Truro, 1810-37; UK National Archives, RG 4 / 853

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/2972/images/40612_B0148147-00008 (PAYWALL)

William James Son of / William & Phillis [sic] Rowe / Coach Smith / Kenwyn / [born] Feb'y 11 1821 / [baptised] March 25 1821 . . .

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/2972/images/40612_B0148147-00011 (PAYWALL)

John / [son of] William and Phillis Rowe / Coach Smith / Kenwyn / [born] 12th November 1824 / [baptised] 19th June 1825 / . . .

England census, 30 March 1851, Kenwyn, Cornwall; UK National Archives, HO 107 / 1910

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/8860/images/CONHO107_1910_1910-1062 (PAYWALL)

Ferris Town / Wm. Rowe / Head / Ma. / 61 / Coach Smith / [born] Truro [Cornwall]
Tho. Rowe / Son / U. / 19 / Painter / [born] [Truro Cornwall]
Rich'd [Rowe] / Son / U. / 17 / Builder / [born] [Truro Cornwall]

England census, 30 March 1851, Truro St. Clement, Cornwall; UK National Archives, HO 107 / 1910

https://www.ancestry.com.au/imageviewer/collections/8860/images/CONHO107_1910_1910-0233 (PAYWALL)

Raymonds Place / William Rowe / Head / Mar. / 30 / Coach Smith / [born] Cornwall Truro
Mary [Rowe] / Wife / Mar. / 26 / - / [born] [Cornwall Truro]
Mary / 8 // James / 4 // Phillipa / 2 // William / 9 mo. // [all born Cornwall Truro]

"GILBERT-STREET Schoolroom", Adelaide Observer [SA] (17 October 1857), 1 supplement

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article158116625 

On Monday last a tea-meeting was held at the Wesleyan Chapel, Pirie-street, for the purpose of raising funds for the enlargement of the Gilbert-street School room . . . After the tea a public meeting was held, when, notwithstanding the inclemency of the weather, not less than 800 persons were present . . . Several choruses from the "Messiah," and also some of Mozart's, were executed in a masterly manner by the Pirie-street choir, led by Mr. J. Rowe, and accompanied on the organ by Mr. Daws. The thanks of the meeting having been presented to the organist and choir, Mr. Carvosso replied in suitable terms . . . After a vote of thanks to the chairman (Rev. W. Ingram), the meeting broke up, having spent an evening with delight and profit; and many were the wishes that the sublime strains of Handel's sacred music could oftener be heard and enjoyed.

ASSOCIATIONS: Robert Daws (organist) Samuel Carvosso (choir leader); Music in Wesleyan churches (general)

"MUSICAL TREAT", Adelaide Times (18 February 1858), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article207159439 

Yesterday we made mention of a concert, to take place this evening, and having been at some of the rehearsals, we can confidently predict that, from the amalgamation of talent, comprising the best vocalists and instrumentalists in South Australia, that it will be the most successful of any concert of the season. The enormous contra-basse just imported by Herr Weydenhafer, from Germany, which will be used for the first time on this occasion, will surprise all who hear it. Mr. Chapman has been most indefatigable in bringing the instrumental pieces to perfection; and the Messrs. Rowe will take the glee parts. An amateur gentleman, considered the best in South Australia, will sing some of Russell's songs and the Polka (new original) by Mrs. Paine, is arranged for the orchestral accompaniment of 20 instrumentalists. Parties from the country, attending the Agricultural Show, should seize this opportunity of hearing such a combination of resident talent.

"MRS. PAINE'S CONCERT", Adelaide Times (19 February 1858), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article207159458 

This concert commenced under most inauspicious circumstances, inasmuch that the storm was quite a double dose of the previous evening. We noticed the early arrival of Lady Macdonnell, and then followed such an influx of visitors that the few collected were taken by surprise. The overture commenced well worthy of its title, "The King's Command," and was very successful. Mrs. Paine was rapturously encored in that beautiful ballad "Kathleen Mavourneen," and the next piece, a glee well known and much admired, "Mynheer Van Dunck," was rendered efficiently by the Messrs. Rowe . . . Miss Petman was, at usual, well received . . . Mr. Chapman has shown his efficiency as a conductor . . . Herr Heyleck's [sic] performance on the clarionet elicited most rapturous applause . . . Mrs. Wallace, a lady well known on previous occasions, was also well received. His Excellency and suite arrived from the dinner at the conclusion of the first part and met with his usual warm reception. Altogether we consider this to have been the most successful concert of the season.

ASSOCIATIONS: Fanny Rooke Paine (vocalist); Richard and Blanche Macdonnell (governor and wife); Mary Ann Pettman (vocalist); William Chapman (violin, leader); Theodor Heydecke (clarinet); Maria Wallace (vocalist)

MUSIC: Mynheer Van Dunck (Henry Bishop, in The law of Java)

"GAWLER INSTITUTE", South Australian Register (20 December 1859), 5

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article49823833 

The concert given at the Oddfellows' Hall, Gawler Town, on Monday evening, the 12th instant, in celebration of the second anniversary of the Gawler Institute, was a great success . . . The vocal performers were Mrs. Perryman, Miss Rowe, Mr. Daniel, and Mr. Oehlman; the instrumentalists included the Messrs. Schrader, Rowe, Waite, and the other members of the Brunswick Band. The orchestral arrangements were under the direction of Herr Linger, who also presided at the piano. The performances commenced with an overture by Adam, the elaborate passages of which were executed with so much spirit and precision as to convince the audience, at the very commencement, that the band was fully competent to the performance of compositions of a high order . . . The first part of the entertainment was concluded with "The Song of Australia." Lithographed copies of the words and music had been presented to each person in the hall at the commencement of the concert, but the audience were scarcely prepared for the musical treat which its performance presented. Herr Linger, being himself the composer of the air, and having the arrangements of the concert under his control, appears to have determined to add to his fame as a contrapuntist on the occasion . . . In addition to the compositions already referred to, the second part of the programme included Verdi's magnificent Overture to Nebuchadnezzar, performed by the band . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: The occasion of the first public performance of The song of Australia (Linger); Caroline Peryman (vocalist); Louisa Jane Rowe (vocalist); Josiah Wyke Daniel (vocalist); Hermann Oelmann (vocalist)

"PORT ADELAIDE INSTITUTE, South Australian Register (1 February 1860), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article49893705 

The quarterly soiree of this Institute was held in the Port Theatre, on Monday evening, January 30. The boxes and pit were crowded to overflowing - an evidence of the interest taken in the welfare of the Institute . . . The President, Mr. A. W. Gliddon, occupied the chair . . . He then introduced the Deutsche Liedertafel, consisting of 20 vocal performers, who sang during the evening six choruses with remark able precision, and were rewarded with the applause they merited. The Messrs. Rowe also sang four well known glees, but we cannot say much for the manner in which they were performed. The first part of the entertainment was concluded with the prize Song of Australia, sung by the Liedertafel, Herr Linger accompanying them in the piano. It was creditably produced, and encored. The lecture was by Mr. John Howard Clark, and was illustrative of Irish wit and humour . . . After the lecture the entertainment consisted, like the first part, of a musical performance, including a Divertissement from "Somnambula," executed by Herr Linger and Schraeder in a masterly manner on the cornopean and piano . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Carl Linger (pianist, composer); Adelaide Liedertafel (ensemble); Heinrich Schrader (cornopean)

"MAGILL INSTITUTE", Adelaide Observer (4 August 1860), 3

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article158176301 

The third anniversary of the establishment of this Institute was held last Friday evening . . . During the evening several glees and choruses were very effectively sung by Messrs. Carvosso, Rowe Brothers, and about a dozen ladies and gentlemen from Adelaide, who had kindly complied with the request of the Committee by rendering their gratuitous assistance. This very pleasing meeting, at which above 180 persons were present, terminated, shortly after 10 o'clock, by "God Save the Queen."

ASSOCIATIONS: Samuel Carvosso (amateur vocalist)

"NORTH ADELAIDE WESLEYAN CHAPEL", South Australian Weekly Chronicle (22 December 1860), 6

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article90248888 

. . . A vote of thanks to the Chairman, the ladies, and the choir was then passed, after which several gentlemen addressed the meeting. The choir, under the direction of Mr. J. Rowe, during the evening performed the following pieces of sacred music: - "Jehovah's awful throne," "Lift up your head, O Zion," "When the Lord shall build up Zion," also Handel's "Hallelujah Chorus," from the Messiah. A solo by Miss Tozer, "Eve's lamentation," was beautifully sung and deservedly applauded. The meeting separated at 10 o'clock.

ASSOCIATIONS: Elizabeth Peryman Tozer (vocalist)

"SOUTH AUSTRALIAN INSTITUTE", The South Australian Advertiser (21 December 1861), 3

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The quarterly soiree in connection with the South Australian Institute came off on Friday evening at White's Assembly Room. His Excellency the Governor presided, and there was a very large attendance of subscribers . . . He would now at once call upon their friends of the choir to commence the programme. The choir was a very powerful one, comprising the following array of amateur talent: - Mr. Dawes (Leader) and Messrs. Rowe (3), Carvosso, Brenton, (2), Cornish, Fox, Allen. Farmer, Broadbent, Wayman, Wheatley, Ball, Palmer, Taylor (2), Woods, Wright, Lecorn, Scrymgour, and Goode. Mesdames Fox and Taylor, and the Misses Pretty, Broadstraw, Herbert, Lambswood, and Taylor. They now executed in a very creditable manner, Handel's magnificent chorus, "The Earth is the Lord's." This effort was loudly applauded. At its conclusion, His Excellency introduced the lecturer of the evening. The Rev. JOHN GARDNER, who delivered his lecture upon "The Cultivation of Sacred Music." The discourse was a very lengthy and eloquent one, and embraced many able arguments in favour of the study of this particular branch of music. It was divided into four parts, between each of which the choir performed the various pieces set down in the programme . . . During the progress of the lecture the following beautiful pieces were executed by the choir: - "Worthy is the Lamb" (Messiah), Handel; "Vital spark," Harwood; " For auto us a child is born" (Messiah), Handel; "Hallelujah to the Father" (Mount of Olives), Beethoven. It would, of course, be unfair to enter into a minute criticism of the performance of an amateur choir, and therefore, in one word, we may say that the efforts of the ladies and gentlemen composing it last evening were creditable in the extreme, and the audience failed not, at the conclusion of each, to evince their appreciation by the most hearty and genuine plaudits . . . The choir now performed the beautiful " Hallelujah Chorus," from the Messiah, which concluded the proceedings.

ASSOCIATIONS: John Gardner (clergyman, lecturer); Robert Daws (choir leader); Ebenezer Cornish (vocalist); Charles Scrymgour (vocalist)

"DEATHS", The Express and Telegraph (18 May 1897), 2

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ROWE. - On the 17th May, after a painful illness, at Guernsey Villa, St. Peters-street, East Adelaide, Richard Rowe, of Truro, Cornwall, and late of Rundle-street, Adelaide, the beloved husband of Elizabeth Rowe, aged 04 years, leaving a sorrowing wife and daughter to mourn their loss.

"THE LATE MR. RICHARD ROWE", The Advertiser (18 May 1897), 6

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Old colonists and others will regret to learn of the death at the age of 64 of Mr. Richard Rowe, which occurred at his residence, St. Peters-street, East Adelaide, on Monday. The deceased, who came from Truro, Cornwall, arrived in the colony in 1857, and soon identified himself with the leading musical circles of the time. With two elder brothers, William and John, who survive him, he took part in most of the choral productions presented under the conductorship of the late Herr Carl Linger. He also sang in oratorio music with the Pirie-street Wesleyan Church choir, of which the three brothers were prominent members for a long time. His latest public appearance was as precentor at St. Andrew's Church, Wakefield-street. Mr. Rowe entered business as a fancy goods importer in Rundle-street, and for 30 years be successfully carried on. He then retired into private life, and took up his residence in St. Peters-street, East Adelaide, where he passed quietly away, leaving a wife and daughter to mourn their loss.

"THE LATE MR. RICHARD ROWE", Evening Journal (18 May 1897), 2

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Old colonists and others will regret to learn of the death of Mr. Richard Rowe, in his sixty fourth year, which occurred at his residence, St. Peters-street, East Adelaide, on May 17. The deceased, who hailed from Truro, Cornwall, arrived in the colony in 1857. He soon identified himself with the leading musical circles of the time, and uniting with two elder brothers, William and John, who survive him, and who together were familiarly known as the Rowe Brothers, took part in most choral productions under the able conductorship of the late Carl Linger. He was also associated with oratorio music given by the Pirie-street Wesleyan Church choir, of which the three brothers were prominent members, when such music was considered an innovation. In other musical centres, such as White's Rooms, the trio were frequently heard in the lighter music. When Mr. Schrader's popular band was formed (which, by-the-way, is now only represented by William and John Rowe) Mr. R. Rowe was enlisted into its ranks. His latest public appearance was as precentor at St. Andrew's Church, Wakefield-street. Mr. Rowe entered business as a fancy goods importer, &c., in Rundle-street, and for thirty years successfully carried it on. Retiring into private life he took up his residence in St. Peters-street, East Adelaide. A widow and one daughter survive.

"DEATHS", The Register (17 February 1910), 6

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ROWE - On the 13th February, at Truro Villa, Kensington, Susan, beloved wife of William Rowe, in her 84th year. No flowers.

"DEATHS", The Register (21 March 1910), 6

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ROWE. - On the 20th March, at Truro Villa, Salop street, North Kensington, William Rowe, in his 90th year, formerly of Britannia Foundry, Strathalbyn. No flowers.

"Mr. William Rowe", Observer (26 March 1910), 36

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In our obituary columns is announced the death in his ninetieth year, of Mr. William Rowe, of North Kensington, and formerly of Britannia Foundry, Strathalbyn. Mr. Rowe was an early South Australian. He arrived in 1855 from Victoria, where he spent a few months on the gold diggings without success. On arrival in South Australia an engagement was secured at the coachbuilding establishment of the late Mr. Samuel Carvosso, then the leading maker in Adelaide, and after many years' service Mr. Rowe transferred to the late Mr. Crimp. In 1867 he took over the Strathalbyn Foundry from the late Hon. J. G. Ramsay, and in a few years was able to retire into private life. Eventually a branch was opened in Adelaide. At the southern town when municipal powers were obtained Mr. Rowe was among its first Councillors. The musical fraternity will recall how in the early days the three brothers - William, John, and Richard - were famous for their oratorio and glee performances, being associated with the leading societies of the day, and afterwards instrumental music under the late Herr Schrader. The deceased was born in Truro, Cornwall, in 1821. He had lived in retirement at his late residence since 1883. The surviving members of Mr. Rowe's family are: - Mrs. M. J. Barry, widow, and Mr. William Rowe, Government Printing office. His wife recently predeceased him.

"PERSONAL NEWS", The Express and Telegraph (8 February 1917), 2

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Word has just been received from Reading, Pa., U.S.A., of the death, in his 92nd year, of Mr. John Rowe, formerly of Adelaide, who, like his brothers, Messrs. William and Richard Rowe, was an accomplished musician, and rendered good service especially, in church choral work, to the community. The three brothers were largely self-taught, but received their early training in music in their native town of Truro, Cornwall. With others, the Rowe family introduced oratorio work in this State, and the fine rendering of selections from the "Messiah" and other masterpieces, given at the Pirie-street Methodist Church and elsewhere, as far back as 1858, still gives pleasant memories to many old colonists. For glee and part singing the brothers were equally well noted. They were also members of Herr Schrader's brass band, the leader, it is claimed, being one of the most gifted cornet players who ever performed in South Australia. Mr. John Rowe spent many years in the United States as a professional musician, and on retiring settled in Reading, amidst a circle of friends. The only surviving member of the family of Mr. John Rowe is his daughter, Miss Annie Rowe, who lives at Reading.

ROWE, Louisa Jane (Louisa Jane ROWE; Miss ROWE; Mrs. John William PARKIN; Mrs. J. W. PARKIN)

Musician, vocalist, pianist (pupil of Carl Linger)

Born Port Adelaide, SA, c. 1843; daughter of Joseph ROWE (d. 1884) and Selina RODD (d. 1887)
Married John William PARKIN (1842-1882), Trinity church, Adelaide, SA, 2 June 1866
Died Adelaide, SA, 29 November 1919, aged "76" years, "a colonist of 76 years"

https://trove.nla.gov.au/search?l-publictag=Louisa+Jane+Rowe+Parkin+d1919 (TROVE tagged by Australharmony)

https://sydney.edu.au/paradisec/australharmony/register-R-2.php#ROWE-Louisa-Jane (shareable link to this entry)

Summary:

She was, according to her marriage announcement, the fifth daughter of early colonists Joseph Rowe, a "Plumber, Brazier, and Tin-plate worker", and his wife Selina Rodd, arrived in South Australia from Truro, Cornwall, with their three eldest children, 2 daughters and a son, in April 1840. There is no known record of Louisa's birth; however, her younger sister, Angelina, was born on 25 May 1844, placing her own birth most probably in 1843 or the later part of 1842.

The family were active Anglicans, and appear to be unrelated to the Wesleyan Rowe brothers.

A pupil of Carl Linger, Rowe notably sang in the first public performance of Linger's Song of Australia at Gawler in December 1859, and on the same program gave the first performance on the piano of Linger's lost Fantasia on the Song of Australia.

Documentation:

[Advertisement], South Australian Register (11 July 1854), 1

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GRAND EVENING CONCERT.
Under the Patronage of His Excellency the Governor and Lady Young.
MRS. YOUNG begs to announce that her first CONCERT of Vocal and Instrumental Music . . .
will take place on TUESDAY, the 18th instant, at the Pantheon, King William-street.
PROGRAMME. PART I . . . Variations, Pianoforte, with accompaniments - Miss Rowe (pupil of Mr. Linger) - Herz . . .

ASSOCIATIONS: Rebecca Cash Young (pianist); Carl Linger (pianist); Henry and Augusta Young (governor and wife)

"GRAND CONCERT", South Australian Register (17 July 1854), 2

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Great expectations have been formed as to the musical treat which Mrs. Young is proposing for her patrons on Tuesday evening at the Pantheon . . . Mr. Linger will introduce one of his pupils, Miss Rowe, who, although only 12 years of age, has, under his skilful tuition attained remarkable proficiency . . .

"MRS. YOUNG'S CONCERT", South Australian Register (19 July 1854), 2

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The grand concert announced for last evening was not only honoured by the attendance of His Excellency and Lady Young, but the intimation of their patronage seemed to have been remarkably successful, in aid of professional inducements, in securing a highly respectable and very numerous attendance . . . Miss Rowe (a pupil of Mr. Linger's) only in her twelfth year, gave many gratifying proofs of the successful culture of musical talent; her performance on the pianoforte, with accompaniments, having been greatly admired . . .

"MRS. YOUNG'S CONCERT", Adelaide Times (20 July 1854), 3

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. . . A pupil of Mr. Linger's, Miss Rowe, who made her debut, as a pianiste, gave considerable and satisfactory proofs of her own cleverness and of the excellence of her teacher's system of tuition . . .

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