Indianapolis Times, Indianapolis, Marion County, 17 February 1937 — Page 9

WEDNESDAY, FEB. 17

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FAMOUS CELLIST PLAYS AT CONCERT

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Mastery of

Piatigorsky |

Is Apparent

Haydn's D Major Concerto at

Murat.

Interprets

By JAMES THRASHER

When Gregor Piatigorsky strode upon the stage of the Murat last evening it seemed that the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra took an equally lengthy step forward along the path of musical success. For here was an acknowledged prince among cellists gome 10 | play with an organization ‘which has outgrown its faltering infancy and is capable and proud to receive so distinguished a visitor. Mr. Piatigorsky chose to play the Haydn D Major Concerto, probably the best known of such works for the instrument, and one which he does in a superlative manner. The artist's well-known mastery was apparent throughout, and the last two movements provided truly glorious playing. The broad cantilena of the opening allegro moderato was succeeded py a delivery of the second movement that beggars praise. His tone was of a golden richness, and he carried his listeners in a soaring flight of pure beauty. The final allegro was given out with all regard to its delightful, folklike character. Needless to say, Mr. Piatigorsky encompassed all technical snares with an utter disregard of their difficulties. After repeated and insistent applause, the artist granted the added benison of some unaccompanied Bach. It revealed anew his spacious concept of the music, coupled with that aristocracy of style, exquisite phrasing, warmth of sentiment and impeccable taste which places him among the elect.

German Symphony Played

For the orchestra's most pretentious contribution, Mr. Schaefer deserted the well-trodden path and resurrected the Volkamann D Minor Symphony from out the symphonic archives. Unfamiliar to this generation of symphony con-cert-goers, it was written by a German teacher and conductor whe spent most of his life in Budapest. Friend and warm admirer of Schumann and his music, he lived in that opulent period of European history which saw we rise of Wagner, Brahms, Liszt, Chopin, Berlioz, Franck and countless other immortals. The symphony, first of two from his pen, consists of four movements --a rather stormy, declamatory first movement; an elegiac andante; a scherzo and a fugal finale. Clearly the music is the work of a master craftsman. It is clear and readily understandable: there is a frugal use of material; there is contrast, climax, and thematic development of irreproachable design. The emotional content, however, is too carefully marshaled. Its excitement smacks of Victorian propriety and the finale, especially, proceeds in a strict scholastic goose- | step. There are frequent moments | of charm and satisfaction, and these Mr. Schaefer gave their just due. His reading was painstakingly conceived, authoritative and entirely sympathetic. The “Leonore No. 2” Beethoven, chronologically first of the four to his lone opera, “Fidelio,” opened the program. It was good to hear this comparatively unfamiliar work. Though lacking the dramatic pungency of the better-known “Leonore No. 3,” it is a splendid, stirring example ot Beethoven's genius in addition to its historical interest.

Overture of

“Capriccio Italien” Given Tschaikowsky's “Capriccio Italien” (with the fanfare introduction | because the composer's room happened to be next to an Italian army barracks) followed the concerto. It is rather threadbare music, full of Tschaikowskian cliches despite its moments of excitement. Following the intermission, the Schumann “Abendlied” and the favorite Boccherini Minuet were | heard, splendidly played by the] string orchestra. These were sched- | uled originally for the last concert | but omitted then because of its | length. { Mr. Schaefer was in excellent | form throughout the evening. | Though the orchestra had its ups and downs, particularly in the trumpets and wood-winds, the gen- | eral result was satisfying.

Usherette Finds | Damita's Watch |

By United Press HOLLYWOOD. Feb. 1? —Lili Damita was keeping time again today after she identified the wrist watch she lost in the Carthay Circle Theater. An usherette found the watch, but Lili couldn’t remember its description and had to enlist the aid of her insurance agent. The ticker was set with 151 diamonds.

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Alimony Suit Answer Filed

Griffith Asks From Former Wife.

Damages

By United Press NEW YORK, Feb. 17.—David Wark Griffith, film director. charged his divorced wife had col“over $1,000,000" from him in “threats and persecu-

today lected 29 youss by tion.’ The charge was contained in his answer to an alimony suit, filed in Supreme Court, in which he demanded $500,000 from his former wife on the ground of damage to his business and reputation. Mrs. Linda Griffith is suing for

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The Indianapolis Light Opera | Company will continue to receive | new members for this season’s pro- { duction of “The Bohemian Girl” until March 1, it was announced today. Singers may join the company without a tryout unless they wish a leading part. The company is | financed on a co-operative basis, all | members sharing alike in the pro- | | ductions’ proceeds. Rehearsals are held at 7:30 p. m. |

‘each Friday at the Irvington School |

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Edmund Lowe took violin lessons | | for three weeks before he started his |

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