The Musical Herald freely replies to questions on musical subjects which are of general interest. In this way One Thousand enquiries are answered each year. Most of them concern matters that the ordinary text-books and manuals do not touch.
The Musical Herald gives each month, in reply to questions, lists of songs, pianoforte and organ pieces, violin pieces, orchestral pieces, choral works, all of which carry its recommendation.
The Musical Herald devotes much space to Voice Training matters. It gathers up opinions and hints from all quarters, favouring no clique; interested only in obtaining good singing.
The Musical Herald provides each month a full biography, with portrait, of a leading musician, who relates his experiences and their lessons.
The Musical Herald is read all over the world. The compact and newsy quality of its matter, and its broad outlook command attention everywhere.
The Musical Herald reports musical doings of importance in France and Germany, translating and summarising articles from the European press.
The Musical Herald reports papers, speeches and discussions at the various musical societies.
The Musical Herald, in its Editorials, speaks out plainly, showing neither fear nor favour.
The Musical Herald has a prize competition each month on some subject relating to harmony, composition, musical rudiments, or the literature of music. A guinea is given as the first prize.
The Musical Herald reports all important Choral Contests, sending its representatives to any part of Great Britain or of Europe where events of interest are proceeding.