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100 1 _aPeyser, Herbert F.
_q(Herbert Francis),
_d1886-1953
245 1 0 _aMendelssohn and Certain Masterworks
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2015
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2015-10-19
508 _aProduced by Stephen Hutcheson, Dave Morgan and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
520 _a"Mendelssohn and Certain Masterworks" by Herbert F. Peyser is a concise exploration of the life and work of the composer Felix Mendelssohn, written in the mid-20th century. This book serves as a musical biography, aiming to engage readers with Mendelssohn's legacy and his most notable compositions. The text likely captures a blend of historical context concerning Mendelssohn's life as a Jewish composer in a challenging era, while shedding light on the significance of his works and their continuous relevance a century after his passing. The book details Mendelssohn's early life, including his upbringing in a cultured and affluent household, and highlights his prodigious talent that blossomed into a celebrated career. Peyser discusses Mendelssohn's major compositions, including the famed "A Midsummer Night's Dream" Overture and his symphonies, positioning them within the landscape of 19th-century music. Through a narrative that brings to life Mendelssohn's rich experiences—his travels, influences, and key performances—Peyser aims to rekindle appreciation for this complex figure and his contributions to classical music. The work provides insight into Mendelssohn's character, creativity, and the cultural environment he navigated, assuring readers that his music remains significant in both historical and contemporary contexts. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aMendelssohn-Bartholdy, Felix, 1809-1847
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/50258
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