At the time of which I am speaking, music was in the highest state of perfection at Vienna ; for, independent of the great talents that were stationary, there was a number of the most celebrated artists passing from Italy to Poland, Prussia, and Russia, most of whom gave concerts at Vienna. The Emperor usually attended them, and amply rewarded the performers. The celebrated Marchesi came from Venice to Vienna, on his road to Petersburg, where he was engaged for the Italian opera. He gave a concert, and was honoured by the Emperor's presence, and a brilliant audience ; he was a great singer, and in the prime of his abilities. << less