Mrs. Morton stayed at home in the evening to keep watch over Dicky but all the rest went to the Song Service, joining in the soft hymn that rose in the darkness before the lights were turned on, and listening with delight to the music of the soloists and the choir.
"Ethel Morton at Chautauqua"
Mabell S. C. Smith
On April 8, 1742, there was a rehearsal of Messiah, open to those who had taken tickets for the first performance, which took place on Tuesday, April 13. The choir was provided by the singers from the two cathedrals, some of whom took the male solo parts as well; the female soloists were Mrs. Cibber and Signora Avolio.
"Handel"
Edward J. Dent
There are more soloists, more concerts, more musical organisations than ever before.
"Famous Violinists of To-day and Yesterday"
Henry C. Lahee