Theodor Korner Bund Benefit

     “The Theodor Koerner Bund, a thriving German musical association, last night celebrated its third anniversary, and on this occasion gave a concert at its headquarters, Dramatic Hall, in Houston street, which was a very creditable affair, although the audience, probably on account of the inclemency of the weather, was rather limited. The Koerner Bund is one of the youngest musical societies in this city, but under the supervision of its efficient musical leader, Mr. Pinkert, it already occupies a first rate position among the musical societies in this city. The society is composed of a male and female chorus, numbering about fifty singers, who last night, for the first time in this city, performed Julius Otto’s Oratorium, entitled, Die Nacht (The Night). This is a composition which, by the composer, originally was prepared for Robert Schumann’s Chorus Association in Dresden; but some difficulties occurred in preventing its presentation at the time. The piece is composed of about a dozen divisions of choruses and solos, which were very effectually rendered by the members of the Koerner Bund. The solos were sung by Fraulein Adler, soprano; Herr Bringmann, basso; Herr Pout, tenor; Fraulein H. Adler, alto; Fraulein Stecher, alto. All these singers acquitted themselves in a most acceptable manner. After the concert the members of the Koerner Bund and their associates engaged in a ball and other appropriate social pastimes [sic].”

     Ernst Julius ` pleased everyone. The text by Waldow raises it above the level of mediocrity; a very poetic language is used. Musically the work is done very well. The composer is clearly accomplished. The style is pure and noble; the modulations simple but very beautiful; an undeniably artistic piece. The chorus performed this piece quite well except for a few minor inconsistencies. Also the solos were satisfactory; clearly rehearsed with attention and diligence. The efficient conductor of the chorus, Mr. Pinkert, directed very well and accompanied on a Steinway grand piano.