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Collection name
John Ella collection: La Societa Lirica and Musical Union (1876-80)
Unique identifier
Ella MS 157
Description
Programmes for two concerts given by La Societa Lirica, Belgravia at private London residences in 1876 and 1877 and for a single performance given at St. James's Hall, London during the 36th season of the Musical Union Matinees (1880), held as part of the John Ella collection.
All programmes exist as individual items, held loosely within a single envelope. The envelope also contains a printed circular communicating Ella's appreciation of his testimonial fund (1882).
1. La Societa Lirica, Belgravia
Both performances were given by an ensemble of amateur players, with the professional performers listed below, under the direction of John Ella. Both programmes carry words and notes, including a historical note on the development of the society.
29 April 1876, 31 George Street, Hanover Square (residence of Mrs William Playfair): Miss Landore, Miss Emily Moore and Mr C. Beckett (vocal).
2 June 1877, 16 Grosvenor Crescent, Belgrave Square: with Mr C. Beckett (vocal), Miss Day (piano) and Mr Lidel (cello).
2. Musical Union Matinée
29 June 1880: no. 7. This document includes a Synoptical Analytical (analytical notes with musical examples), a list of the performers engaged, and historical notes on the Musical Union and on Chamber Music in England.
Date range
1876 - 1880
Associated People and Organisations
Societa Lirica (La), Belgravia -
Musical Union -
Ella, John -
Associated Places
16 Grosvenor Crescent, Belgrave Square
31 George Street, Hanover Square
Associated Times
19th century - late Victorian 1876-1899
Associated Content
Analytical Notes
Musical Examples
Word books
Programme notes
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Bodleian Library, Music Library
Broad Street,Music Library Oxford OX1 3BG Open Map
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http://www.bodley.ox.ac.uk
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Collections Overview
The collection has very strong holdings of British music and related material acquired in part by legal deposit. Many collected editions and scholarly series. Very strong periodical coverage, including major 19thC European journals. Largest collection of American song material in UK.
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