Longview News-Journal from Longview, Texas • Page 54

2-F Sunday, January 14, 1973 LONGVIEW MORNING JOURNAL Ronald Turini To Give Concert Here For Civic Music went to London where he South American audiences played two concerts in the Roy. Courant of March 8, 1967, headlined: "PIANIST GETS OVA-TION IN CONCERTO" and de- clared, "He stepped in and of artistic successes for an artist of his generation. His notable first U.S. concert attracted In advance interest because of his association i with Vladimir Horowitz. The musical elite ing the first American tour of the Melbourne; Symphony Orchestra, maestro Willem van Otterolo chose Turini as soloist when the Australian ensemble performed in Carnegie Hall.

He tAmong the personalities to arrive on the North American 'musical scene In recent sea-ton? is Canadian pianist Bon-ld Turini, who is scheduled to -ippear in Longview on Thurs- tlnued to play through the earthquake! And it Is a tribute to his compelling planism that the audience remained attentive. Still another ovation was awarded Ronald Turini Albert Hall with the1 London Philharmonic conducted by Sir Adrian Bouit and a solo recital gave a performance that in the new Elizabeth Hall. That first hailed Ronald Turini In 1963. Scheduled for ten concerts in such cities as Buenos Aires and Montevideo, he remained to play five more. His recital in Buenos Aires' famous Teatro Colon created such a sensation that the public demanded two additional concerts! Such suc brought an ovation from the certs with the orchestra In April 1969.

Turini is well established in Washington. A highlight of his 1969 70 season was his appearance on the celebrated Patrick SeriesJn iJj Capitol's Constitution Hall. "His popularity resulted in still another re engagement by the Washington National Symphony for performances under turned OUtM be.amonglhejirst alsq i. offer.edajecitaljpvet.Jhe JajL25.at -the JJlSAu- that night. sojourn also included two broadcasts with the BBC Symphony entire television network of the under the ausnlces of to hear hlra.

Notable among the His third Russian tour also in 'Longview Civic Music. He was 'celebrities who attended were, Canadian Broadcasting Corpo- cluded a guest appearance with He became the hero of a success story. He has that sharp clarity of statement, the enormous celerity and much of the rest of the incisive techni prize winner in the Queen Elis- Mr. and Mrs. Artur ration and another at the new i n-ii wA Umi 1 Mining DoMi.i Mqtiinil A fin Pnntna 1m fUt National Arts Center in Ottawa in London and a performance with Paris' famed Lamoureux Orchestra.1 While abroad he also played a recital in the Belfast Festival in Ireland.

the renowned Leningrad Philharmonic plus two recitals in that and visits to Tartu, Talinn and Moscow, where he The same season found him in cesses resulted In Ronald Turini's second South American tour in June, 1965, a tour high- 'oem 01 Belgium imejiuuiuiKUjiiii. aim inis. wjiuuu ucur Rancours. Prior to this honor stein, Walter Ru-i he: was prize winner of thedolf Firkusny, Mr. and Mrs.

Paris. In "the City of Liehf'iits visiting guest conductor. he won fresh acclaim as soloist; Maxim Shostakovich (son of Such Is Ronald Turini's repu played a recital in the Kremlin lighted by solo performances cal perceptiveness of the Maes tro (Horowitz)." The Hartford Times called it "a technically brilliant and impassioned account of this work." BUSOIU competition in BOizano, uary urairman, uiaays owarin-; out and Rose Bampton. The, with the renowned LamoureuXjthe composer) and the new di- tation today that he was hon in a concert hall which is only i with the Bogota Symphony Or- salvosof applause which Turini Orchestra. In December 1969 rector of this orchestra, Antalored by an invitation to attend opened to the public for special1 chestra and recitals in Buenos occasions.

Aires. Another of the artist's excit acknowledged at the concert ne lumiied a recital engage-conclusion clearly indicated for the Peabody Mason 'Italy and Switzerland's International Competition in Geneva. Of several important with whom he has studied, unquestionably the man who lias most influenced Ronald Tu Ronald Turini's International! Ronald Turini's achievements Dorati for 1971, a formal dinner for Queen Eliz- In the early spring of 1988 abeth; when she visited Canada Ronald Turini made his third In observance of the country's ing orchestral concert oc that the young pianist had conquered his audience. The fact Foundation in Boston (Cambridge), He was immediately reputation has grown in places in North America are just as other than Russia, however, impressive as his record in dis- centennial celebration during the summer of 1967. It is also that it was an especially know- curred in January 1965 when ha performed with the Houston Symphony Orchestra with Georges Tzipine as guest conductor, The, Houston Post'a Hu- rin! is the renowned Vladimir notable that when he offered a His February, 1965, debut lnjtant lands.

As soloist with the London's Wigmore Hall receiv- Montreal Symphony he has per-ed an uncommonly warm re- formed under i the batons of tour of South America. In Buenos Aires, where he had earlier established following, he played a recital and was soloist play-ine the Tschalkowskv First re engaged for the 1970 71 season! When Ronald Turini offered his second New York recital on Horowitz. However, after hlsjfcdgeable audience in terms of last Npw York recital in Came- music furthef underscored the recital in the Canadian" Pavilion at Expo '67 he played to a ca ception from the usually ultra such famous conductors as Zu-jbert Roussel said Turini's play. the celebrated Metropolitan Mu-i piano Concerto with orchestra pacity audience and hundreds seum of Art series, critics re- under the baton of Igor Marke- 'of disppointed music lovers affirmed their initial impres- witch. As a rwitalisf as well were turned away.

Fortunately, -conservative English press, bin Mehta, Arthur Fiedler, wu- ing was "a confirmation of the The London Times headlined frid Pelletier, Laszlo Halasz, splendid impression he made as "A PIANIST OF TASTE AND Desire Defauw and Laszlo GatL a recitalist here two seasons TECHNIQUE" and commented In recognition of his U.S. debut ago. We should definitely hear that he was "a pianist of keen triumph in Carnegie Hall, theihim again." sions. The New York Times re-as with other major the recital was recorded by the broadcast CBC and was later Hall, The New York Times (maturity of his interpretations, very rightly pointed out:) Appropriately, Turini's 1971- "(Since his New York debut): 72 season featured numerous Hr. Turini has grown Into a in Canada, his highly polished musician who native land.

These included te-plays the piano exquisitely. He citals and concerts as orchestras not aped his master (Horo-jtral soloist in such key cities 'wltz) but has developed the 'as Ottawa, Toronto, Montreal, 'kind of ear that calls up the; Vancouver, Halifax, among oth-; variety of orchestral color and ers. A favorite with the San An- gorgeous piano sonority usual-' tonio Symphony and its audi- he performed in Santiago, around the world. Chile; Bogota, Colombia; Mon ported his recital of January 25, 1964 as "an evening of extraordinary pianistic expertise. The large audience which in Similarly, when Turini per- tevideo, Uruguay as well as discrimination" and that hi Canada Council sponsored hls As a recitalist Ronald Turini playing (of Liszt) demonstrated performances coast to coast has won high praise in such uncommon nobility of po-lwith every major Canadian portant cities as New York, etic utterance." Shortly there-symphony orchestra from Hali- Chicago, Washington, Houston, after he was engaged to make fax to Vancouver.

Sponsored San Antonio. Montreal. Toron- other South American capitals, formed with Milton Katims and cluded some other important With cert was recorded by the Voice pianists of his generation, "Tl TTZLvTrh 7t Densed bravos eenprni slv 0r' he played the Racnmanioff pensea oravos generously. Piann urfih Seiji Ozawa, as vt Third Piano Concerto with the 1" associated with Mr. Hon- ences, Ronald Turini accepted AmeAca wltz.

Rut there the similarity the invitation to tour extensive-1 The New York Herald-Tribune, throughout the countries of Cen his bow as soloist with orches- by Jeunesses Musicales du Ca- to, Vancouver, Los Angeles and tra and performed with the Lon- nada, he also toured Canada 'Atlanta. In each of these cities don Philharmonic. Such was extensively for seasons, he has been re-engaged at least I in similar vain nnnnlllrinrf. I aju.y..j Amn. r.i..Mi a ii, vviiviuuLUi i ir, iniia TUt aahaaa at aim ouuui nmti av a ttuwaw stops.

Having reached matun- lv wth the orchestra and maes "Anything Mr. Turini wants to "Zr FZiJlTZ ri the artist is already well known. that success that he returned The fact that Glenn Oould has once! i 1L. 0i.it 1 t. LI I fv, -Mr.

Tunnis playing has its.tro Victor Alessanaro. Over a do with the piano, he can, and, v-" "1 by virtue of personal appear I 1 own. clear profile that of a period of several weeks; he we, for one, hdpe to be there ances, This occasion was the to hear it." hj me onusn capuai again in now wimortwn iron puuut tmi-i, itonaio luniu reputation is April, 1966, when he performed certizing leaves Ronald Turini further enhanced by his affilia-with the Royal Philharmonic in as Canada's number one plan- tion with RCA Records. His Royal Festival Hall. 1st.

i first recital album is a pro- Other European recitals have; Under most unusual circum-jgram of compositions by Liszt, Included Berlin and Amster-stances In which he accept-' Chopin, Schumann. Scriabin he played it with the Leningrad "7" Philharmonic during his second P1" in, tnr inH in onh ni.v He is also with Russian audi- where he has played the ed in On -May 10, 1967, Ronald Turini offered his third New York recital. Before a capacity Carnegie Hall audience sprinkled with celebrities of the music world he again thrilled this au- painstaking musician who re-was piano soloist in nrincinal veres the music." Such rnusi-' cities of the Southwest and in clanship and individuality is ex-j West Coast cities as far north pected to be much in evidence; as the state of Washington. The when Ronald Turini performs tour occurred in the fall of 1970 here. xhe artist's 1970-71 season Since his U.S.

debut In Carne-jwas just as auspicious. Among 'jie Hall on the evening of Jan- others, he was soloist with the uary 23, 1961, Ronald Turini! symphony orchestras of Chica-Jias won an uncommon number Igo, Montreal and Quebec. Dur- the U.S.SR. as soloist dam where he played in the ed on 11th hour notice an Hindemiln. The album has his interpretation has won him with the touring Montreal Sym- a re engagement.

A InAfl -t uuu.iJ- J.lO H.imvuiuivi vii juub oo ne Hcuurnieu tn nprfnrm 12 recitals in famous Concertgebouw. He al-'gagement to substitute for an-. been widely praised by record so scored successes in Paris, other pianist who was lndis- critics. High Fedelity Magazine Vienna and Brussels. Claren-posed he hurried to Hart-reported: "The first recording don, the critic of Paris' Le Fig-! ford, for concerts withiby the Canadian born, Horo-aro, called the artist "literally city't symphony orchestra, witz tutored Ronald Turini in Chicago on the famous Zel 1963.

The artist was able to audience. Next day music critic Howard Klein reported in The New York Times: "Ronald Tu turn to Russia for his third tour ser Piano Series on which have appeared such other great art dazzling. He is a musician ofiWith little or no rehearsal withlshows hlra to be a talent of the rini's ostensible reason for play ists as Rubinstein, Serkin, Mi- first magnitude. All the read ing a piano recital last night chelangeli, et al. The occasion exceptional taste, finesse and the orchestra Ronald Turini de-brilliance.

His virtuosity dis- livered -a brilliant lnterpreta-courages one who seeks new.tion of Tschaikowsky's Fi ft in the spring of 1965. Sovletska-ya Kultura reported that Ronald Turini "reinforced his reputation as one of the best young pianists in the world!" There are now plans for Tu ings on this disc display clarity of texture, clarity of struc was Turini's third appearance on this outstanding Sunday af words of praise." I Piano Concerto. The Hartford ture, clarity of emotion." was to salute his native land, Canada, during its centennial year. But any pretext to get this epicurean young pianist to play here again would be welcome. There is poetry and drive ternoon series of great piano recitals in Orchestra Hall.

On the basis of this record Qhwminq Stirling SPECIAL MONDAY THRU FRIDAY ing Cue Magazine called Turini "a young man to watch His Carnegie Hall debut put rin! to make his fourth tour of Russia and his first of Australia and New Zealand in the a Ronald Turini in the front rank as well as literalness in his Kicioseiy, ana tne Montreal Ga- ma'ceup, and the balance of pianists almost overnight, future. classical severity with magical and 'n interim he has built Like numerous artists oa tone painting made this recital 3 reputation for solid musician- tour, Ronald Turini has often reported "this new re- cording is an illuminating demonstration of Turini's technical interpretative Walter Trampler he has also recorded the Hindemith a thorough pleasure." Klein con-sn'P n()i ofy at nome out in; met with adventure of the nn Europe and South America, as well eluded his review: "It is to be hoped that Mr. Turini does not wait for Canada's 200th birthday OFF i WITH THIS COUPON For example: Following his In Lobo Land tMay, 1967, Carnegie Hall tri Sonatas for Viola and Piano. Ronald Turini became interested in music at the age of before he plays here again." At the specific request of con umph, Turini was engaged for ductor Howard Mitchell, Ronald Turini was engaged for the 1968-69 season to appear as solo the Ed Sullivan show and was viewed twice across the continent that month and again expected. Ills 1965 tour of the U.S.S.R Included an orchestral concert and a recital In Tashkent, Uzbekistan In his recital he was playing the third movement ef the Glna-stera Sonata when two earthquake shock waves of about 15 seconds each jarred the auditorium which was filled to capacity.

Ronald Turini later reported to friends that although he did look upward to be sure that the lighting equipment or the roof was not falling in oa him, he con- on July 80th. He was soloist on the Canadian Broadcasting Jhs Jop Shop Wo-1 (ACROSS FROM IOWEU HOLIOWAY) WIGS FOR MEN AND WOMEN S37 W. MARSHALL AVE. 758-1112 three when he received a record player as a gift, promptly went to the piano to pick out the melodies he heard Danish bora mother, an enthusiast of music and painting, wai quick to appreciate her son's innate abilities, gave him hi first piano lessons when he was four. His interest was also encouraged by his father, a com- Corporation's TV "Distinguished Artists" series a one hour ist with the Washington National Symphony playing Rachmaninoff's Third Piano Concerto in the nation's capital, in Philharmonic Hall in Lincoln Center, New York, and on a three week concert tour.

These concerts were followed by additional con- program with the Vancouver By JONI MATHIS Chamber Orchestra plus a second one half hour recital pro gram. Thereafter the artist LAV imerdal artist whose special in mmmmjgm terest is photography, and by distinguished grandfather, Giovanni Turini, an Italian sculptor whose Garibaldi monument is presently a landmark in SALE TEMPER ANTE MOVEMENT honest old Noah first planted the vine, And mended his morals by drinking its wines; And justly the drinking of water decry'd; For he knew that all Mankind, by drinking it dry'd From this piece of history plainly we find York City's Washington Square. That water's good neither for body nor mind; 1. Select Group Dresses long and short sizes 8 -18 That virtue and safety in wine-bibbing's found 1 while all that drink deserve to be drown I Lyrics of an old (1745) "Drinking Song" The lyrics of the above drinking song heartily sung by most NOW PRICE mr YrT-r if not all of our founding fathers are from a humorous song taken from the text of "The Drunkard. The three-act play this year will be "The Drunkard" in Its The boy's rapid advancement prompted his family to enroll hlra for lessons with Dr.

Frank Hanson at Montreal's McGlIl Conservatory. At nine he received a scholarship te the Provincial Conservatory there. He made his professional debut at ten for the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation. He was graduated, first prize, with distinction, at sixteen. Through this phase ef the lads' development, sach leading musicians as Gllles Lefevre, director and founder of Jeunesses Musicales du Canada, conductor Wilfrid Pelletier, and leach-ers Isldor Phllllpp, Gennalne Malepart, and Yvonne Hubert were among his mentors.

dMMESS 2. Select Group Robes Vi PRICE 3. Coats Coats Coats Many new additions since your last visit. Sizes 6-18 new musical version. "The Drunkard" or "The Fallen Saved" was first presented at the Boston Museum In 1844.

In 1933 "The Drunkard" was revived in Los Angeles and enjoyed the longest run In the history of legitimate theatre, playing to packed houses. In 1964 Bro Herrod, then an associate director at CBS-TV, decided to revive it and give it the musical treatment. The students participating in the melodrama will be doing the updated version. LHS is one of few high schools which has done "The Drunkard" because the music and acting are difficult' It is under the direction of Miss Pam Mercer. "We have JANUARY 13-20 V3 After graduation he was of- OFF started rehearsals this week, and it is a very enjoyable a scholarship for Euro- she said.

pean study but declined in fa me urama classes wm De nanaung an costumes, seiungs vor study in the United and publicity for the play. It will be presented in the middle of states A vear later he went to February with three or four runs. Tickets will be $1. New York for studies with 4. Select Group Junior dresses and sweaters Vl OFF Cast of "The Drunkard" Includes Mary, the widow's daugh Mme.

IsabeDe Vengerova and Mme. Olga Stroumillo, who la- ter, played by Susan Avery and Mrs. Wilson, the poor widow, played by Arllen Hardy. Doug Eckert is playing the villain him viartimtr lawyer utidos. iJory noacn is piaying iwiwara Miaaiexon, ineHorowit2 So imnressed was the famous Horowitz with the William Doughton, the hero's foster brother, will be played by John Colquitt.

Kay Cherry will play the demented sister young man's exceptional gifts that he offered to become Turini's teacher. When asked the names of those who have most Agnes. Preacher is Chuck Boyd. Barkeeper is Johnny Collier 5. Very Washable 100 Polyester Pantsuits lots of different styles.

Sises 6-18 II with Christie Smith and Marsha Kyle as barmaids, who sing such lines as "the more I drink the prettier I greatly influenced him, Turini, Carrie Nation is played by Jan Crawford. Julie will be play a modest artist who takes his Hanes sheer and stretch pantyhose reg.nOW50 Hanes sheer and stretch stockings reg.nOW1!25-65 Alive Sheer Support Pantyhose reg.595nOW$495 Alive Sheer Support Stockings Foroneweekyou can buy Hanes pantyhose-and stockings and Alive Support pantyhose arrd stockings for the price of ordinary hosiery. And tnat'8 wornr yW" chance to try lots of different Hanes styles at a big savings. Or to stock up on your favorite styles all at once. Either way, come on in and save like mad.

ed by MelanJe Harris, and the Salvation Army worker is being played by Opal Johnson. own hard work and serious Intentions for granted, point! with pride to the important mu Vi TO Vl Mudent director for the play is Lanna Knodes. secretary Is Tony Inegargiola. Scene changers are Greg Covington and sicians who have guided him, A and be is most happy to realize the full significance of his Joseph Jordan. Musicians for the play are Bobby Cammack on the piano Darryl Premo on the drums and Gary Borders on the banjo.

6. Drastic Reductions on air of our beautiful furs stoles -capes Jackets V. autumn having been the only pupil of Horowitz. Speech contests are taking place on January ZS. A drama contest is at Pine Tree and a debate contest Is at LeTourneau Turini is a man dedicated to irmaline cizur en The Longview Museum and Arts Center, located on Methvin treet, is calling attention to all students.

A display of craftf Fur product labeled to show country of origin of imported fun now on at the museum and will be until January 28. People rom an artist community in Edom, a small town 20 miler a1 iicing or is not on the concert 3tage, he enjoys outside activ- ties. Though he claims no hobby, he is mechanically nclined. Had he not chosen his wesent career, he probably vould have gone into the field -rf engineering. As a boy he pride in model aircraft uilding, and today he contin-s to tinker with engines and read and collect automotive igazines.

Tn sports he enjoys skiing id golf, and friends report his (See TURINI, Page 4-F) CtWfr vest of Tyler; are here in Longview selling their work. The young people average in age about 30. They are Doug as and Sharon Brown, who are potters. Sharon Is a silversmitl lso. John Strawn an artist.

Judith Guyton is in blockprinting ilk screening and weaving Howard Harvey Is a potter. Moe ave degrees in art and all are professionals. The museum is now open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. uesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays and from 10 a.m.

to m. on Saturdays. It will be men on Sunday, Jan. 14. Tennis meets will be starting soon.

Be watching for thel and attend their contests. Good luck to all students on January 19 which is the da. 11 will be receiving report cards. longview PARK FREE CORNER COTTON-CENTER Park Free Corner Cotton Center.