The History of Mendelssohn's Oratorio 'Elijah'

By F. G. (Frederick George) Edwards

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

Discover the compelling, behind-the-scenes story of a renowned musical masterpiece and the genius composer who brought it to life.

Genres

History - General Literature Music

Released

2011-12-05

Formats

epub

mobi

epub3 (images)

mobi (images)

epub (images)

txt

Read Now

Summary

"The History of Mendelssohn's Oratorio 'Elijah'" by F. G. Edwards is a journey back to the 1800s, exploring the story behind Felix Mendelssohn's famous musical work, "Elijah," and its debut in Birmingham in 1846, written for the 50th anniversary of the premiere. Giving us a peek into Mendelssohn's world, the book shares letters and messages that show what he was thinking and feeling as he made the oratorio. Covering everything from his first musical pieces to his partnerships with writers, the story shows "Elijah" becoming a big success, known for its strong feelings and powerful story.