Waterbury Democrat

RECITAL AT ST JOHN'S.

Organist Hedden Was Assisted by Miss Cuthbert Buckner, Soloist.

A splendid organ recital was given in St John's church last evening by Warren R. Hedden, organist at the Church of the Incarnation, New York city, assisted by Miss Cuthbert Buckner, the well known soprano of this city. The organ recital was given in connection with the inauguration of the gallery organ as connected with the chancel organ. Every seat in the church was occupied and a number of persons were standing. The recital consisted of ten numbers. The music was of a most beautiful nature. It was grand. The selections were of a varied nature and it required the greatest skill and ability upon the part of Organist Hedden to execute them in the proper manner. His playing was excellent. He has a delicate touch, perfect conception, and is rapid and exact in execution. He brought out in the highest degree the powers of the two organs and beautiful indeed did the music sound. Miss Buckner's abilities are too well known to need any comment. The recital was a magnificent success. The building of the chancel organ and rebuilding of the gallery organ was made possible through the generosity of H. H. Peck.