Prince Albert et al. in Windsor Castle - 14 December, 1846
from Life and Reminiscences of Sir George J. Elvey, pages 63-64:
Elvey's next important composition was an Ode on the Birth of the Prince of Wales. On Monday evening, December 14th, the Queen ordered a performance of this at the Castle, and a little before nine o'clock she entered the music room, leaning on the arm of Prince Albert. The Duchess of Kent and a large party of guests were already assembled. 'The ode was admirably performed by Her Majesty's private band, the choir of St. George's Chapel, and some members of the Exeter Hall Musical Society, conducted by Dr. Elvey. After all was over, the Queen told Dr. Elvey how delighted she was with the … more >>
Lady Mary Elvey, Life and Reminiscences of Sir George J. Elvey (London, 1894), p. 63-64. https://led.kmi.open.ac.uk/entity/lexp/1432903884101 accessed: 23 April, 2024
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Ode on the Birth of the Prince of Wales
written by George J. Elvey |
performed by Her Majesty's Private Band, Members of the Exeter Hall Musical Society, The Choir of St George's Chapel, Windsor Castle |
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| Date/Time | 14 December, 1846 |
| Medium | live |
| Listening Environment | in the company of others, indoors |