RADIO

Star (Christchurch), Issue 18643, 21 December 1928, Page 4

RADIO

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X X X Notes and News. Reception was on the ragged side last night, all New Zealand stations suffering from one thing or another—or so the writer’s receiver indicated 3YA’s was the steadiest transmission heard, but several items from that station were marred by “ blasting ” effects, especially during items by the male singers of excerpts from ‘iThe Messiah.” The singers sounded as if they had taken up a position too close to the microphone. On the other hand, one item heard—that by the choir—came through splendidly. Very enjoyable programme on the whole.

IYA. Auckland, was on the weak side for that station until about nine o’clock, when volume picked up considerably. Even then fading was frequent. with some static noted. Several hefty Oswalds were camped on IYA all evening. Of course—lYA had a good musical programme on the air!

Light, mushy static, accompanied by fading and distortion, interfered with good reception of 2YA. Sounded as if 2YA had made some adjustments to their transmitter—a return to a former method, or something—as the transmission was not nearly as steady or as good as it has been for some weeks past. This was regrettable as the station had put on a nice programme. One item, especially, came through clearly and well, a whistling solo, “II Bacio,” by a lady siffleur. ’Twas well done. x x No sign of any Australian station at 9.30 p.m. On test, after the New Zealand stations closed down, noted the following:—Static was too loud and continuous to make it possible to hear anvthing w T hen the Brown high-resist-ance speaker was used. When, however, the big exponential horn speaker was switched on. static was deadened considerably, and it was then possible to hear something of the transmissions. 2BL was very weak at 10.30—0 r it may have been the station was enjoying a fading spasm. 3LO was another dead Marine. X X X Surprisinglv good volume—A6—was obtained from 4QG. Brisbane, reminiscent of some of that station's transmissions last winter. In fact, reception of 4QG was so good at times that the static roar only became unbearable during intervals in between items. Stayed with Brisbane for some time listening to items from an entertaining programme. Once or twice the transmission faded rather badly. but, on the whole, it was well worth the trouble of tuning in. Just before turning in. gave the others the “ once over.” 2FC was fair at about A 4. with static lighter than on the lower wavelengths. Faded frequently during five minutes’ listening. Nothing audible from 3AR or 7ZL. 2BL no better than earlier in the evening. ## Does the “ roarer ” have to roar all the time? What about a Christmas and New Year holiday for the pest? Last night this abomination made its unwelcome presence audible and at such strength that only 2YA and 3YA could be listened to in peace. Listeners who congratulated themselves when the football season ended have now realised they were hugging a delusion. The “ roarer ” knows no rest, that is evident. If some B.C.L.’s had theii way they’d give it a dose of its own

' lice sufficient to blow it to “ the place mentioned in last Sunday’s sermon.”

By the way, “ Aerial '* regrets that, through an accident during the “ makeup ” of the page, last night’s radio column in the “ Star ” showed the baseboard layout of the “ Screen-Grid Short Wave Two” receiver upside down. Will constructors please note? “The important part which broadcasting is now taking in reporting sporting events was exemplified during the first test match played in Brisbane. Cable messages from London state that cricket scores for the first time took precedence over all other items on the programme from the British Broadcasting Corporation’s stations, following in order of priority the announcement of the bulletin in regard to the King’s health. _A further cable stated that his Majesty listened with interest to the cricket scores as they were broadcast each day.”—Announcement by 2FC, Sydney. A message to the “Star'' from 2BL’s studio states: “The broadcasting programmes at Christmas time are packed with novelty and entertainment. 2BL have got right out of the rut of usual routine on Christmas Eve,* and will transmit direct from Manly Beach. The only thing uncertain about the idea Basil Kirke has elaborated on is the weather. Given a typical summer’s evening, listeners will experience all the fun and frolic of the beach-sports, unusual features of every description, and fine band music provided by the Manly Band. Dorrie Ward, Billy Lewis, Charles Lawrence, Amy Ostinga and Dorothy Dewar have been commissioned to ensure the success of the evening’s entertainment. “Uncle Bas’” will conduct his children's session from the beach, and country kiddies will lejoice in golden sands and dancing blue waves, through the medium of the microphone and the eloquent description of their beloved uncle.” Amateur Transmitters. On January 2 and 3, the amateur transmitters of the Dominion will meet in conference in Wellington to discuss matters of interest to amateur operators. This will be the first conference of its kind to be held in New Zealand. Each district association has appointed delegates. Canterbury will be represented by Mr H. P. Y. Brown (ZL3CG). president of the Third District Radio Transmitters’ Association. Otago's delegate will be Mr F. J. OGradv (ZL4XC), and Auckland’s will be Mr H. B. Arthur (ZLIAN). The Wellington representative has not yet been chosen, but it is understood that it is probable Mr J. Johnson (ZL2GA) will be selected. X X X From January 1, all amateur transmitters in New Zealand will have the

| prefix ZL added to their call sgins. The wave-bands for amateur use will also be changed as from that date, in accordance with the decisions of the Washington Conference.

Local have been somewhat disturbed over reports that B.C.L. s have been suffering interference from operations on the shortwaves, due either to the close proximity of broadcast listeners to the amateur's station or to the B.C.L.’s use of superheterodyne receivers, which instrument is often susceptible to shortwave near-by transmissions. Some little time ago “Aerial” invited sufferers from this form of interference to communicate with him for the purpose of enabling local amateur transmitters to effect a remedy. The fact that no complaints have been received points to the conclusion that listeners are either not annoyed or ■ that they do not experience any interference by the activities of local amateurs.

From the Studios. This evening there will be another sacred concert at IYA, this time by the St Andrew’s Quartet, whose opening numbers will be “The First Nowell.” They will also sing the carol “Good King Wenceslas.” A feature of the evening’s programme will be two Dick-

Following are details of to-day’s programmes received from New Zealand and Australian broadcasting stations:

IYA, Auckland (333 M.). 3 to 4.30 p.m.: Afternoon session. 6: Children's session. 7.15: News and market reports. 8: Chimes. 8.1: Orchestra, “Madonna.” 8.8: St Andrew’s Quartet, “The First Noel.” 8.12: Pianoforte solo, Miss Doris Binns. 8.19: Mr Robert Peter, “Com-, fort Ye|” “Every Valley.” 8.25: London Symphony Orchestra, “The Jupiter Symphony” (record). 8.33: Recital, Mr T. Harris, character sketch. “Ebenezer Scrooge." 8.40: Bass, Mr Arthur Colledge, "Why do The Nations?” 8.46: Peerless Quartet, “The Home Over There” (record). 8.50: Orchestra, “Gloria.” “Ave Maria.” 9: Weather forecast. 9.2: St Andrews Quartet, carol. “Good King Wenceslas.’’ 9.6: Orchestra. “A Dream of Christmas.” 9.16: Soprano, Miss Adelaide Taylor. “I Know that My Redeemer Liveth.” 9.21: Royal Choral Society,” “Amen Chorus” (record). 9.25: Recital, Mr T. Harris, “Sidney Carton’s Farewell.” 9.32: Contralto, Miss Phyllis Gribben, “O Thou That Tellest.” 9.37: Royal Choral Societv, “Hallelujah Chorus” (record). 9.41: St Andrew’s Quartet, “Behold the Lamb of God. ’ 9.45: Orchestra. “Beneath the Holly.” 10.5: Close down.

2YA, Wellington (420 M). 3 to 5 p.m.: Chimes; gramophone items; sports results. 6: Children session. 7: News session. 7.40: Lecturette, Mr N. R. Jacobsen, “Learning a Trade. ’ 8: Chimes. 8.1: Orchestra, “Norma.” 8.11: Ariel Singers, “The Ash Grove.” 8.15: Pianoforte solos, Miss Marie Brown. 8.22: Fifteen min-

utes of British folk songs, soloist. Mr Roy Hill. 1: “The Foggy Dew”; 2: “My Love’s an Arbutis”; 3: “An Eriskay Love Lilt”: 4: “An Island Shieling Song”; 5: “The Prog and the Mouse”; 6: “Strawberry Fair.” 5.37: Orchestra, “In Arcady.” 8.47: Mezzo-

contralto, Miss Ngaire Coster, “Shepherd’s Cradle Song.” 8.51: Zonophone Concert Quartet, “Christmas Comes But Once a Year” (record). 8.55: Orchestra, repeat number. 9.3: Weather forecast. 9.4: Lecturette, Rev J. R. Blanchard, 8.A., “Christmas Poems.” 9.19: Orchestra, Master Melodies from famous Light Operas. 9.29: Fifteen minutes of Christmas music by the Ariel Singers: Four-part carol. “Sweeter Than the Songs of Summer”; bass, Mr J. M. Caldwell. “Old French Carol ”; soprano, Miss Jeanette Briggs. L.A.8., “O Holy Night”; Singers, two Christmas hvmns. “It Came Upon the Midnight Clear.” “Hark, the Herald Angels Sing.” 9.44: Organ solo, Arnold Grier. “Christmas Fantasy” (record). 9.48: Bass, Mr J. M. Caldwell, “Young Dietrich.” 9.52: Duet, Miss Jeanette Briggs and Miss Ngaire Coster, “I Heard a Voice in the Tranquil Night.” 9.56 : Orchestra, “Der Rosenkavalier” 10.6: Close

3YA, Christchurch (306 M.). 3 to 4.30 p.m.: Afternoon session. 6: Children’s session. 7.15: News session. 8: Chimes. 8.1: Rebroadcast of 2YA. Wellington. 8.11: Valencia Quartet, “Angels that Around Us Hover.” 8.17: National Symphony Orchestra, “The Bohemian Girl” (record). 8.25: Tenor, Mr W: Bradshaw, "Yes, Let Me Like a Soldier Fall.” 8.28: Violin solo. Miss Irene Morris. 8.33: Baritone, Mr Fred A. Millar, “In Happy Moments.” 8.37: Christchurch Broadcasting Trio. 8.46: Soprano, Miss Renetta Rings, “Scenes that are Brightest.” 5.50: Pianoforte soles. Miss Bessie Pollard. 8.55: Dramatic monologue, Mr L. T. J. Ryan, “The Scrapper and the Nut.” 9: Soprano and tenor duet, Valencia Duo, “O Maritana.” 9.5: Weather forecast. 9.7: National Symphony Orchestra, “Martha” (record). 9.15: Valencia Quartet and Miss Anita Graham, “We Sail the Ocean Blue,” “I’m Called Little Buttercup.” 9.22: Violin solo, Miss Irene Morris. 9.26: Tenor, Mr W. Bradshaw’, “A Maiden Fair to See.” 9.30: instrumental. Christchurch Broadcasting Trio. 9.38: Baritone, Mr Fred A. Millar, “When I was a Lad.” 9.42: Pianoforte solos, Miss Bessie Pollard. 948 Soprano, Miss Renetta Rings. “Sorry Her Lot." 9.52: Humorous monologue, Mr L. T. J. Ryan, ‘ The Man with the Single Hair. 9.5. : Valencia Duo, “Things Are Seldom What They Seem.” 10.1: Dajos Bela Orchestra, “Eldgaffeln” (record). 10.5:. Close down.

4YA, Dunedin (465 M.). 3 to 4.30 p.m.: Chimes; afternoon session. 6: Chimes. 6.1: Children’s session. 7.15: News session. 7.30: Book review by Mr H. Greenwood. S: Chimes. 8.1: Grand opera, special presentation of “The Valkyrie,” Act 2 (records). 8.33: Mezzo-soprano, Miss Molly Vickers, “Heart of the North,” “Heart of Gold.” 8.39: London Flute Quartet, “Melody,” from “Rosamunde,” “Bees’ Wedding” (record). 8.43: Baritone, Mr Arthur Lungley, "The Devout Lover.” 8.47 : Victor Concert Orchestra, "Minuet in G” (Paderewski) (record). 8.51: Contralto, Miss Irene Horniblow, “To the Angels.” 8.54: Pianoforte solos, Mrs Ernest Drake. 9: Weather forecast. 9.2: Vocal duet, Miss Vickers and Mr Lungley, “Arise O Sun.” 9.5: 'Cello solo, Pablo Casals, “Prize Song" (record*. 9.9: Baritone, Mr Arthur Lungley, “Teach Me to Pray,” “God’s Garden.” 9.16: Organ solo. Arthur Meale, “Cavatina” (record). 950: Contralto, Miss Irene Horniblow, “Deep in the Heart of a Rose,” "Haunting Memory.” 9.23: Philadelphia Symphony Orchestra, “Hungarian Rhapsody, No. 2” (record). 9.31: Relay of music from the Savoy. 10: Close down.

2BL, Sydney (353 M.). 10 p.m.: G.P.O. clock and chimes. The Savoyans' Dance Band. The Wurlitzer Organ. 10.20: Crotchet and Quaver, in mirth and melody. 10.40: Robert Turner and Tot Loudon, sketches. 10.40: The Savoyans’ Dance Band. John Warren (tenor). 11.13: The Savoyans’ Dance Band. Crotchet and Quaver. Robert Turner and Tot Loudon. sketches. 11.43: The Savoyans’ Dance Band. A talk on gardening, by Mr G. Cooper. 12.5: The Wurlitzer Organ. John Warren (tenor). 12.35: Late weather and announcements. The Savoyans’ Dance Band until 1.30 a.m.

2FC, Sydney (442 M.). 9.42 p.m*.: James Donnelly on the “Byrd” Expedition. Cricket resume for New Zealand listeners. Popular music. 10.8: A theatrical transmission frdm one of Sydney’s leading theatres. 10.50: Alfred Cunningham (baritone). 10.57: Weather report and announcements. Frank Hutchens (pianoforte solos). 11.15: Gerald and Gertrude (entertainers). Kathleen O’Connor (mezzo). Wendiing and Molloy (melody makers). 11.42: Alfred Cunningham (baritone). Frank Hutchens (pianoforte .solos). 12: Gerald and Gertrude (entertainer*). Kathleen O'Connor (mezzo). Wendiing and Molloy (melody makers). 12.30: Close down.

3LO, Melbourne (S7IM.). 8.50 p.m.: “French Without Tears,” stock, station and market reports. 10.10 p.m. to 1.40 am.: Studio concert by Collingwood Citizens’ Band and assisting artists and concluding with an hour’s dance music. 3AR, Melbourne (484 M.). Community singing and items from the studio from 10.10 p.m. to 1 a.m. 4QG, Brisbane (335 M.). 10 p.m. to midnight: Studio concert, request items only. During the evening relayed descriptions of the events at the Speedway will be broadcast. FOR SATURDAY. Following are details of to-morrow’s activities by the four N.Z.B.C. stations : IYA Auckland (333 metre*.) 3 to 4.30 p.m.: Afternoon session. 6.0: Children’s session conducted by Cinderella. 7.15: News and market reports. 8.0: Chimes. 8.1: Special Christ mas musical programme by the Auckland Baptist Tabernacle Choir of 100 voices. Part 1: Old and New Christmas Melodies (vocal and instrumental). Part 2: Christmas Cantata—" Bethlehem.” Soloists: Mr Halsey Cox, Mrs J. Litherland. Mr C. Turley, Mr Clinton Williams. 10.15: Close. , 2YA Wellington (420 metre*). 3 to 5 p.m.: Chimes; gramophone items; sports results. 6.0: Children’s session conducted by Uncle Toby and Aunt Gwen. 7.0: News session. 7.40: Lecturette, Mr J. E. Hunt, “Education and the Pageant.” 8.0: Chimes. 8.1: Orchestra, “Trot de Cavalerie,” “Missouri Waltz.” 8.9: Melodie Four, “Mulligan Musketeers.” 8.13: Humorous sketch, Clapham and Dwver, "A Day’s Broadcasting” (Record). 8.19: Xylophone solo with orchestral accompaniment, Mr L. W. Probert, “Dance of the Toy Regiment.” 8.24: Tenor, Mr Frank Bryant, "Maire My Girl.” 8.28: Vocal solo with violin, steel guitar, ’cello and piano, “The Adorable Outcast." 8.32: Melodie Four, “She’s the Sweetheart of Six Other Guys.” 8.36: Humorous military number, Mr Jack Wilkinson assisted by Mr C. Bradley, “When the Bugle Calls." 8.42: Baritone, Mr R. S. Allwright, “A Charmed Cup.” 8.46: Norah Blaney and the Ramblers,

“Sweet Suzanne” (Record). 8.50: Orchestra, repeat number. 8.58: Weather forecast. 8.59: Waltz, Eddie Thomas’s Collegians, “Moments With You” (Record). 9.3: Tenor, Mr Sam Duncan. “Silver Threads Among the Gold." 9.7: Orchestra, “Snacks in Bars.” 9.23: Humour, Mr Jack Wilkinson, “The Underworld of London After Dark.” 9.28: Saxophone solo, Ruby Wiedoeft, “Minuet” (Record). 9.32: Bass, Mr W. W. Marshall, “The Yarn of the Fiddler’s Ghost.” 9.36: Rio Marimba Orchestra, “My Isle of Golden Dreams.” 9.40: Melodie Four,“Lullaby.” 9.45: Orchestra, dance numbers. 11.0: Close down.

3YA Christchurch (306 metres). 3 to 4.30 p.m.: Afternoon session 6.0: Children’s session conducted by Chuckle and Aunt Pat. 7.0: News session. 8.0: Chimes. “Vaudeville." Special engagement of The Revellers Concert Party in humour and song.

4YA Dunedin (463 metres). 7.15: News session. 8.0: Chimes. 8.1: Relay from the Octagon Theatre. 8.11: Humorous songs, Mr Norman Scurr, “Our Little Garden Subub,” “1 Had a Little Drop With Martha.” 8.18: Hawaiian selection, Queenie and David Kaili, “Fijian Farewell.” 8.22: song hits. Miss Betty Roberts. “Where the Sun is Ever Shining.” 8.26: Humorous sketch. Miss Sheila Neilson and Mr J. B. M'Oonnell. 8.36: Humorous Scottish song. Mr Buster Rrown, “Breakfast in My Bed.” 8.40: Relay from Octagon Theatre. 8.55: Popular songs, Miss Frances Charmer. “Sing Song Sycamore Tree,” “Just a Cottage Small.” 9.2: Weather forecast. 9.5: Dajos Dance Orchestra. “The Swallows” (Record). Cinema organ solo,

ens sketches by Mr T. Harris—“ Ebenezer Scrooge” and “Sidney Carton's Farewell.” This evening at 2YA the Rev J. R. Blanchard, 8.A., will give a lecturette on Christmas poems. A feature of the musical programme will be a seasonal “Fifteen minutes of Christmas music.” A group of British folk songs will also be sung. Outstanding individual items on the programme to be presented by the Ariel Singers are Henschel’s great bass solo, “Young Dietrich,” and the quartet “Sweeter Than the Songs of Summer.” 2YA Orchestra will present an excellent programme. X X X The Valencia Quartet, a new combination, will provide a popular programme at 3YA this evening. The members of the quartet are Miss Renetta Rings, Miss Anita Graham. Mr W. Bradshaw and Mr Fred A. Millar. The quartet will present extracts from “Maritana” and from Sullivan’s “Pinafore.” The concerted numbers should be specially attractive. Other artists on the programme will be Miss Bessie Pollard (pianist), Miss Irene Morris (violinist), the Studio Trio, and Mr L. T. Ryan, who will give tw’o humorous monologues. XXX Studio concert and dance music at 4YA.

Eddie Horton, “The Adorable Outcast” (Record). 9.13: Humorous song, Mr Norman Scurr, "Let’s Have a Song About Rhubub.” 9.17: Hawaiian selee tion, Queenie and David Kaili, “Hawaiian Love Song" (Record). 9.21: Popular sopg hits, Miss Betty Roberts. “Blue Room,” "Love. Goodbye.” 9.23: Humorous sketch. Miss Sheila Neilson and Mr J. R. M’Oonnell. 9.38: Humorous Scottish songs, Mr Buster Brown. “Bonnie Maggie Tamson,” “I'm the Man They Left Behind.” 9.46: Bell solo, Billy Whitlock, “The Joker” cord). Xylophone novelty, Rudy Star Three, “Polly” (Record). 9.54: Popular waltz song. Miss Frances Charmer, "Charmaine.” 9.57: U.S. Navy Band, “All Hands” (Record). 10.2: Close | down.