Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Felix Mendelssohn's "A Midsummer Night's Dream & Ruy Blas Overture," a captivating classical album released on January 1, 2002, under the Warner Classics label. This exquisite collection showcases Mendelssohn's mastery of chamber music, choral arrangements, and orchestral compositions, all performed with impeccable skill and passion.
The album opens with the iconic "Overture" from "A Midsummer Night's Dream," a piece that has become synonymous with the whimsical and magical essence of Shakespeare's play. Mendelssohn's incidental music for the play is a treasure trove of delightful melodies and intricate harmonies, each track a gem in its own right. From the playful "Scherzo" to the serene "Nocturne," and the triumphant "Wedding March," the album takes you on a journey through the enchanting forest of Athens, where fairies, lovers, and magical creatures come to life through Mendelssohn's evocative music.
The album also features the "Ruy Blas Overture," Op. 95, a dramatic and powerful piece that showcases Mendelssohn's ability to convey deep emotion and narrative through music. This overture, composed for Victor Hugo's play "Ruy Blas," is a testament to Mendelssohn's versatility and his ability to capture the essence of different literary works through his compositions.
With a total duration of 1 hour and 17 minutes, this album is a comprehensive exploration of Mendelssohn's genius, offering a rich and varied listening experience. Whether you are a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album is sure to captivate and inspire. Dive into the world of Felix Mendelssohn and let the timeless beauty of his music transport you to a realm of pure musical magic.
Mendelssohn: A Midsummer Night's Dream, Op. 61, MWV M13: Overture, Op. 21, MWV P3Felix Mendelssohn, John Nelson, Orchestre de chambre de Paris
Mendelssohn: A Midsummer Night's Dream, Op. 61, MWV M13: No. 1, ScherzoFelix Mendelssohn, John Nelson, Orchestre de chambre de Paris
Mendelssohn: A Midsummer Night's Dream, Op. 61, MWV M13: No. 2, L'istesso tempo. "How Now Spirit" - Fairies' March. "I'll Met by Moonlight"Felix Mendelssohn, John Nelson, Diana Quick, Julie Covington, Martin Young, Michael Wood, Nicola Gurrey, Phil Edmonds, Orchestre de chambre de Paris
Mendelssohn: A Midsummer Night's Dream, Op. 61, MWV M13: No. 3, Song with Chorus. "Ye Spotted Snakes"Felix Mendelssohn, John Nelson, Joyce DiDonato, Le Jeune Choeur de Paris, Rebecca Evans, Wendy Greenhill, Orchestre de chambre de Paris
Mendelssohn: A Midsummer Night's Dream, Op. 61, MWV M13: No. 4, Andante. "What Thou Seest"Felix Mendelssohn, John Nelson, Oxford and Cambridge Shakespeare Company, Orchestre de chambre de Paris
Mendelssohn: A Midsummer Night's Dream, Op. 61, MWV M13: No. 5, IntermezzoFelix Mendelssohn, John Nelson, Orchestre de chambre de Paris
Mendelssohn: A Midsummer Night's Dream, Op. 61, MWV M13: No. 6a, Andante. "Come, Sit Down"Felix Mendelssohn, John Nelson, Jeremy Treglown, John Green, Jonathan James Moore, Julie Covington, Mark Wing Davey, Martin Young, Michael Coveney, Nicola Gurrey, Robert Buckman, Orchestre de chambre de Paris
Mendelssohn: A Midsummer Night's Dream, Op. 61, MWV M13: No. 6b, Allegro molto. "I Wonder if Titania Be Awaked"Felix Mendelssohn, John Nelson, Diana Quick, Martin Young, Michael Howarth, Michael Wood, Phil Edmonds, Wendy Greenhill, Orchestre de chambre de Paris
Mendelssohn: A Midsummer Night's Dream, Op. 61, MWV M13: No. 7, NocturneFelix Mendelssohn, John Nelson, Orchestre de chambre de Paris
Mendelssohn: A Midsummer Night's Dream, Op. 61, MWV M13: No. 8, Andante. "Welcome Good Robin"Felix Mendelssohn, John Nelson, John Green, Martin Young, Michael Wood, Nicola Gurrey, Orchestre de chambre de Paris
Mendelssohn: A Midsummer Night's Dream, Op. 61, MWV M13: No. 9, Wedding MarchFelix Mendelssohn, John Nelson, Orchestre de chambre de Paris
Mendelssohn: A Midsummer Night's Dream, Op. 61, MWV M13: No. 10, Allegro comodo. "Come Now What Masques" - Funeral MarchFelix Mendelssohn, John Nelson, Jeremy Treglown, John Green, Jonathan James Moore, Mark Wing Davey, Stephen Wright, Orchestre de chambre de Paris
Mendelssohn: A Midsummer Night's Dream, Op. 61, MWV M13: No. 11, Dance of the Clowns. "The Iron Tongue of Midnight"Felix Mendelssohn, John Nelson, John Green, Orchestre de chambre de Paris
Mendelssohn: A Midsummer Night's Dream, Op. 61, MWV M13: No. 12, Allegro vivace. "Now the Hungry Lion Roars"Felix Mendelssohn, John Nelson, Martin Young, Michael Wood, Nicola Gurrey, Orchestre de chambre de Paris
Mendelssohn: A Midsummer Night's Dream, Op. 61, MWV M13: No. 13, Finale. "Tro' This House Give Glim'ring Light"Felix Mendelssohn, John Nelson, Joyce DiDonato, Le Jeune Choeur de Paris, Rebecca Evans, Orchestre de chambre de Paris
Mendelssohn: Ruy Blas Overture, Op. 95, MWV P15Felix Mendelssohn, John Nelson, Orchestre de chambre de Paris
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