Thomas Popular Musical Matinee: 3rd

“Last appearance of Mr. L. M. Gottschalk, the great Pianist, and Miss Fannie Riddell, whose debut at the Gottschalk Concert has been so successful.”

“The vicinity of Irving Hall was literally choked with sweets sounds on Saturday.  For twelve hours there was hardly a breath of relief in the musical plethora.  It opened in the morning with the third rehearsal of the Philharmonic Society.  This had scarcely terminated when Mr. Theodore Thomas’ third popular matinée commenced.  Simultaneously, Mr. Maretzek opened the doors of the Academy for his last combination matinée.  An hour or two’s rest was all that the musicians could enjoy ere they were called upon to take part in the first Philharmonic Concert, at the Academy, and the first Promenade Concert of the Seventh Regiment, at Irving Hall.  We shall not be able to dwell at length on any of these entertainments, nor is it necessary; they were all excellent.  A delightfully varied programme was furnished by Mr. Thomas, and was given with great effect by the orchestra.  The soloists were Mr. Gottschalk and Miss Fanny Riddell, a young lady who possesses a fine voice, and knows how to use it skillfully.  Mr. Gottschalk was assisted by Mr. Harry Sanderson, and with that gentleman, played several of the most popular duets.”