LASZLO SCHWARTZ.
Laszlo Schwartz, the famous Hungarian violinist-composer, will give one concert only in Wellington, and that next Saturday in the Concert Chamber of the Town Hall. He will be assisted by Miss Etta Field, a dramatic soprano, and Miss Evelyn Hardy will play the accompaniments. Critics of the Hungarian artist all seem to agree on one point, apart from his rendition of the weird and soulful melodies of his native land, and that is his beautiful tone. When questioned about his method of producing this "singing tone," the artist said: "Tone is a matter of individuality. It makes no difference what sort of a violin one plays upon, whether a Strad, a Guarnerius, or an Amati, if the singing tone is not within the soul of the player, that man will never produce tho ideal violin tone. I would also liko to explode the theory that only the old masters' violins are cap; able of reproducing this beautiful tone. Nothing of the sort. On my present tour I am using a new violin purchased four years ago^ and I have laid aside my Amati in preference for it. i can attack it robustly, I can draw on it to the limit, and never do 'I fear to strike 'sandy bottom.' " The programme will include "Rhapsodic Impromptu", and the famous Hebrew lament, "Eili, Eili," both of which aro unaccompanied violin 10101.
HIS MAJESTY'S THEATRE. The daring acrobatic feats of the Mirano Brothers continue to thrill the audiences at His Majesty's Theatre, the climax of the performance being the "loop-the-loop" turn c* the more athletic membei of the duo, who also balances himself on the top of a mast, supported by his sturdy partner. Wendy and Alphonse, novelty entertainers; Elsa Lewiß, a talented violinist; Bert Terrell,' the yodelling vocalist; and the Virdon Girls, contribute to the success of the first half of the bill, the latter portion of which is provided by the Doddy Hurl-Harry Evans Revue Company, presenting a mirthful comedy, "In Sunny Spain." The programme will be repeated this evening.
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Evening Post, Volume CV, Issue 110, 10 May 1923, Page 5
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