ELIJAH (Mendelssohn)

Composer: Felix Mendelssohn

Jakob Ludwig Felix Mendelssohn Bartholdy and generally known in English-speaking countries, as Felix Mendelssohn(3 February 1809 – 4 November 1847) was a German composer, pianist, organist and conductor of the early Romantic period. The grandson of the philosopher Moses Mendelssohn, Felix Mendelssohn was born into a prominent Jewish family, although initially he was raised without religion and was later baptised as a Lutheran Christian. Mendelssohn was recognised early as a musical prodigy, but his parents were cautious and did not seek to capitalise on his talent. Early success in Germany, where he also revived interest in the music of Johann Sebastian Bach, was followed by travel throughout Europe. Mendelssohn was particularly wel… Go to person page >