He has sung bass with the Oratorio Society of New York for over 53 years.

In 1892, Finke left the Oratorio Society to return to Germany.

He sang bass with the Oratorio Society of New York for 53 years.

A treasured member of the Oratorio Society of New York.

In the 1950's, he was the conductor of the Oratorio Society of New York.

This society became closely identified with the Oratorio Society and several joint performances were organized.

The chorus numbered 1,200, the main body being the Oratorio Society, which was augmented by various choral societies from neighboring towns.

Subsequently they also sang together with the Oratorio Society of New York.

It was presented by the Oratorio Society at Carnegie Hall.

The Oratorio Society presented its first concert on December 3, 1873.