When Philadelphia Orchestra subscribers take the trouble to peruse the roster of players, they come upon the name of Waldemar Giese listed eighth under the heading "Basses." Waldemar Giese has stood before them solemnly hugging his big bull fiddle for six years. Nevertheless, few would be able to identify this musician whose consuming ambition has been to exhibit his skill as a soloist. Last week, in Philadelphia's New Century Auditorium, Polish Waldemar Giese at last showed what he could do.
At first, noted the audience, his tone wolfed and whistled a little. But as the ponderous instrument warmed up, Waldemar Giese began...
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