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Educational. tCUOOt OF MUSIC, Cathedral sattaro. T. V. Tw ~~, o Httfl tho vhmm of announcing to tho Monica Circioa of Chrhtchuroh and it« vicinity that he has OPENED A SCHOOL For tho purpose of HIGH-CLASS MUSICAL TUITION, PIANOPOKTE AND SINGING. His course will include Elementary, Advanced, and Finishing Lessons, The object of his institution is to ground pupils thoroughly in tho Grammar of the Science, combined with careful instruction and supervision, without which no pupil can excel, " High School Boctory, "Dunedin, Oct. 3rd, 1883, "I have much pleasure in stating that Mr Twinning has taught music to several of my hoarders and other High School pupils during the four years of his residence in Dunedin, and that all who have received tuition from him have made very satisfactory progress. I heliovo that Mr Twinning is a most painstaking and conscientious teacher, end I can certify to the success which lias attended his work hero, i" Geo, M. Thomson," “Mr Twinning taught music in my school for two years, and I have great pleasure in recommending him as an efficient and careful teacher. “ M. De Veke Spuoule, “ Lnckheg House, Dunedin, Sept. 3,1883." “Waikiwi School, January 2nd, 1879. “T, V. Twinning, Esq., Invercargill. “Dear Sir,—l have much pleasure in hearing most cordial testimony to your high qualifications os a music teacher.

“lamperfectly satisfied and well pleased with the progress my daughter has made under your tuition during the last two years. “ Having had many opportunities of judging of your ability, your mode of teaching, your kind and amiable manner, as well as your highly esteemed and unimpeachable character, I have no hesitation in saying that I consider you well fitted for either private or public teaching, and that any parents or educational institution will be fortunate in securing your services.—l am, dear Sir, yours faithfully, “ H. Hawson, Head Master.’* “ Invercargill, Bth June, 1878. “ I have very much pleasure in testifying to Mr T. V. Twinning’* rare ability in the teaching of music. “ He has taught in my family for the lost five or six years, and his firm, kind, and attentive management of pupils has won my entire confidence and esteem, “ His private character is unimpeachable, and I have no hesitation in stating that wherever he may settle he will be found a great acquisition as a teacher of music. “ Wm. P. (Jrioob, Surgeon." “ Invercargill, Fourth street, 7th June, 1878. “I have much pleasure in testifying to Mr T. V. Twinning’s ability as a music teacher. He has taught my son for some years, and brought him on to my entire satisfaction. “Thomas Watson, “ Manager Bank of Hew Zealand.” “Arthur Street School, “Dunedin, 27th Nov., 1883. “During Mr X. Valentine Twinning's stay in Dunedin, I have received instruction from him on the piano and singing. When Mr Twinning first came ho Dunedin I was led to seek his instruction by what I had heard of his abilities as a teacher. New I am happy indeed to he able to state that I profited considerably by his teaching, and always found him an able, kind, and pains-taking teacher, Mr Twinning possesses what the best authorities consider the sine qua non of every person who would he a successful teacher, viz., patience, and moreover has that virtue to an unusual degree, and therein, I believe, lies the secret of his success, more especially with younger pupils. “ I may state that besides myself, a sister and brother have also been pupils of Mr Twinning’s, and one and all will always cherish the kindliest remembrances of him. “John K»Chapman, First Assistant.” “This is to certify that Mr T. V. Twinning was organist at St Matthew’s Church for two years, during which time he won the esteem of the choir and congregation for the efficiency, propriety, and regularity with which he discharged his duties, and if this should prove of any service to him it will be gratifying to me. “ C. J. Byno, “Incumbent of St Matthew's, Dunedin. “19th Oct., 1883.” “ I have mnchpleasure in certifying that I have known Mr T. V, Twinning for several years os a young gentleman of unquestionable respectability; that he has hod, to my knowledge, during that time a pretty wide experience as a teacher of music, and as such I have every reason to believe he has given general satisfaction. “ From my own experience of his qualifications in this capacity—judging from the progress made by a member of my family for some time under his tuition—l can speak in terms of unqualified approval, and I cannot but express my regret at his leaving this locality. “A. J. Elles, “ Commissioner of Customs. “Invercargill, 18th June, 1878,” “Invercargill, 12th June, 1878. “I have great pleasure in testifying to the unusual ability which Mr T. V. Twinning possesses for teaching the piano. My daughter has been taught by him for about four years, and I am much pleased with the progress she has made under Mr Twinning’s tuition. I have known Mr Twinning for over twelve years, and I have no hesitation in saying that his character is unimpeachable. “ Robert P. Yule.” “ Eden Chambers, Invercargill, June 11, 1878. “ I have known Mr T. V. Twinning intimately for 14 ears, during which tjme his moral character has been nimpeachable. He has ever been willing to use is professional talent in the cause of benevolence, ad has been the means of much good here. He as taught music and singing to two of my aughters, and I recommend him as a teacher. I inch regret that, for reasons which he deems itisfactory, he should be leaving Invercargill, and ithout hesitation predict that in his new sphere e will prove a valuable addition professionally and 3 a citizen and friend, “Thomas Perkins, J.P.

“Invercargill, Bth June, 1878. “MrT, V. Twinning lias been known to me for more than 10 years, and has always borne an unimpeachable moral character. He justly bears a high reputation as a musician and musical teacher. “Thomas M. Macdonald, Crown Solicitor.” “ Invercargill, 20th Dec., 1878. “My Dear Sir,—l have very much pleasure in bearing testimony to the very satisfactory progress my daughter has made in learning the pianoforte under your tuition for the past two years. Besides very considerable mechanical proficiency she has acquired during that time the groundwork of a sound and accurate musical education, thanks to your patient and systematic teaching.—Yours, sincerely, “John E. Cuthbektson. “ Mr T. V. Twinning, Teacher of Music, “ Invercargill.” “ Dunedin, 4th October, 1883. “T. Valentine Twinning, Esq., Dunedin. “Dear Sir,—As you have been teaching the piano to my two daughters during the past three years, I have very much pleasure in testifying to your general attention and ability to advance them in a most satisfactory manner, and I can confidently recommend you to parents for your gentlemanly conduct and patience in teaching. Wishing you the success you deserve,—l am, dear, Sir, yours faithfully, “ Geosqe Blyth. “Dunedin, N.Z., 23rd October, 1883. “My Dear Twinning,—l have much pleasure in stating that I have known you for upwards of 14 years, during which period I have had many opportunities of gaining a knowledge of your mono of carrying out the requirements of your profession and an insight into your private character. I can say that your method of teaching i ■ an excellent one, and I believe your character to be without a stain.—l am, yours very sincerely, “ Edmund Gillow. "Dunedin, 23rd October, 1883. “MrT. V. Twinning has been known to me for nearly 20 years. I can testify to his abilities as an accomplished pianist and music teacher. “ While regretting his departure from Dunedin, I heartily wish him the success in Christchurch which he undoubtedly merits. “A. M, Mejkle, H.M. Customs. “ Dunedin, November 23rd, 1883. “I have much pleasure in recommending Mr T V Twinning as a careful and efficient teacher of music. He has had two of my children under him toe over three years, and their progress has been most satisfactory. “ Thomas C. Maticeson. “ Dunedin, November 20. iSvf. "ToMrT.V. Twinning. . “Dear Sir,—l have much pleasure m stating that my two daughters studied music and singing under you for over two years with very oonsuiorahle success. Your ability and tact as a teaUioi I acknowledge, and trust that m Chnstchurch you will meet with the success your ability as a toaUi«.i ■entitles you to.-Yonrs Scov)^.. “I have much pleasure in stating that Mr Twinning taught two for a year, quite advanced, and the otluu tor tnroo teacher of music. . “ Maiu Howouih. “Manor Place, Dunedin, Nov. 27, 1883.” “Dunedin. 27th November, 188 a. ««T iiavQ very umit pleasure h\ testnyuig to the satisfactory progress made by has while under Mr 'i winning. lor tom j cars Jic Jma alwavs had two of them taking lessons, and each has shown that Mr Twinni)ugjwa in developing what musical predilections tnoy may P< “ 8 I regret his leaving Dmicdiu, and wish him every success in his new sphere efb,sgS£ MOH » “I have much pleasure iu testifying .to Mr Twiuuing’s efficiency as a teacher of music. My daughters have heeu under Ins tuition for over tour years, and I am pleased to say have made sufficient progress to enable mo to give Mr Twinning groat credit as a teacher °^,“™ g sl^ Alnl) “Windsor Bank, Morningtou, Dunedin “ Oct. 20,1833.” 2 °4