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Felix Mendelssohn (1809-1847)
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Felix Mendelssohn (1809-1847)
Felix Mendelssohn Bartholdy: German classical composer of the early Romantic period, also a pianist, organist and conductor. As a child prodigy he had composed a symphony, organ works, sonatas and songs before his sixteenth birthday. He was seventeen when he composed the overture to a Midsummer Nights Dream. At eighteen he organised a successful new production of J. S. Bachs long-forgotten St. Matthew Passion, which initiated a Bach renaissance
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The captivating print showcases the remarkable talent and legacy of Felix Mendelssohn, a prominent figure in classical music during the early Romantic period. Born in 1809, Mendelssohn was not only a composer but also an accomplished pianist, organist, and conductor. Even as a child prodigy, Mendelssohn displayed extraordinary musical abilities. By his sixteenth birthday, he had already composed symphonies, organ works, sonatas, and songs. At just seventeen years old, he composed the enchanting overture to "A Midsummer Night's Dream" which remains one of his most celebrated compositions. Mendelssohn's influence extended beyond his own creations. At eighteen years old, he organized a groundbreaking revival of Johann Sebastian Bach's long-forgotten masterpiece - St. Matthew Passion. This event marked the beginning of a Bach renaissance that would shape the future of classical music. In this photograph by Sheila Terry from Science Photo Library captures both the romantic essence associated with Mendelssohn's work and his profound connection to classical traditions. The image invites us to delve into the world of this virtuoso composer whose contributions continue to resonate through time.
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