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Mendelssohn: Elijah

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Mendelssohn: Elijah - Felix Mendelssohn

Album Description

Felix Mendelssohn's majestic masterpiece, 'Mendelssohn: Elijah', is a sublime culmination of classical music, expertly blending chamber music, classical piano, and choral elements. Released on 4 October 2024 via LSO Live, this magnificent album boasts a duration of 2 hours, taking listeners on a profound journey through the realms of spirituality and devotion.

Comprising 42 tracks, 'Mendelssohn: Elijah' is a meticulously crafted oratorio that showcases Mendelssohn's ingenious composition skills. The album is divided into two parts, each featuring a range of recitatives, arias, duets, and choruses that demonstrate the composer's mastery of vocal and instrumental textures.

From the introductory 'Introduction. As God the Lord of Israel liveth' to the final 'Final Chorus. And then shall your light break forth', Mendelssohn's 'Elijah' is a sonic tapestry that weaves together themes of faith, redemption, and the human condition. The album's sweeping orchestral arrangements, combined with the soaring vocals and intricate choral harmonies, create a truly immersive experience that will leave listeners in awe.

With its rich, nuanced soundscapes and profound emotional depth, 'Mendelssohn: Elijah' is a testament to Felix Mendelssohn's enduring legacy as a classical music composer. This album is a must-listen for fans of classical music, offering a deeply moving and spiritually uplifting experience that will resonate long after the final notes have faded.

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Tracks

  1. Elijah, Op. 70, MWV A 25, Part 1: Introduction. As God the Lord of Israel livethFelix Mendelssohn, Antonio Pappano, London Symphony Orchestra, Gerald Finley
  2. Elijah, Op. 70, MWV A 25, Part 1: OvertureFelix Mendelssohn, Antonio Pappano, London Symphony Orchestra
  3. Elijah, Op. 70, MWV A 25, Part 1: No. 1, Chorus. Help, Lord! Wilt Thou quite destroy us?Felix Mendelssohn, Antonio Pappano, London Symphony Orchestra, London Symphony Chorus
  4. Elijah, Op. 70, MWV A 25, Part 1: No. 1, Recitative. The depths afford no water!Felix Mendelssohn, Antonio Pappano, London Symphony Orchestra, London Symphony Chorus
  5. Elijah, Op. 70, MWV A 25, Part 1: No. 2, Duet with Chorus. Lord, bow Thine ear to our pray'r!Felix Mendelssohn, Antonio Pappano, London Symphony Orchestra, Masabane Cecilia Rangwanasha, Sarah Connolly, London Symphony Chorus
  6. Elijah, Op. 70, MWV A 25, Part 1: No. 3, Recitative. Ye people, rend your hearts, and not your garmentsFelix Mendelssohn, Antonio Pappano, London Symphony Orchestra, Allan Clayton
  7. Elijah, Op. 70, MWV A 25, Part 1: No. 4, Aria. If with all your hearts ye truly seek MeFelix Mendelssohn, Antonio Pappano, London Symphony Orchestra, Allan Clayton
  8. Elijah, Op. 70, MWV A 25, Part 1: No. 5, Chorus. Yet doth the Lord see it notFelix Mendelssohn, Antonio Pappano, London Symphony Orchestra, London Symphony Chorus
  9. Elijah, Op. 70, MWV A 25, Part 1: No. 6, Recitative. Elijah! Get thee hence from here!Felix Mendelssohn, Antonio Pappano, London Symphony Orchestra, Sarah Connolly
  10. Elijah, Op. 70, MWV A 25, Part 1: No. 7, Double Quartet. For He shall give His angels to watch over theeFelix Mendelssohn, Antonio Pappano, London Symphony Orchestra, Sarah Connolly, The Guildhall Singers
  11. Elijah, Op. 70, MWV A 25, Part 1: No. 8, Recitative, Aria and Duet. What have I to do with theeFelix Mendelssohn, Antonio Pappano, London Symphony Orchestra, Masabane Cecilia Rangwanasha, Gerald Finley
  12. Elijah, Op. 70, MWV A 25, Part 1: No. 9, Chorus. Blessed are the men who fear HimFelix Mendelssohn, Antonio Pappano, London Symphony Orchestra, Masabane Cecilia Rangwanasha, Gerald Finley, London Symphony Chorus
  13. Elijah, Op. 70, MWV A 25, Part 1: No. 10, Recitative with Chorus. As God the Lord of Sabaoth livethFelix Mendelssohn, Antonio Pappano, London Symphony Orchestra, Gerald Finley, Allan Clayton, London Symphony Chorus
  14. Elijah, Op. 70, MWV A 25, Part 1: No. 11, Chorus. Baal, we cry to theeFelix Mendelssohn, Antonio Pappano, London Symphony Orchestra, London Symphony Chorus
  15. Elijah, Op. 70, MWV A 25, Part 1: No. 12, Recitative and Chorus. Call him louder! For he is a GodFelix Mendelssohn, Antonio Pappano, London Symphony Orchestra, Gerald Finley, London Symphony Chorus
  16. Elijah, Op. 70, MWV A 25, Part 1: No. 13, Recitative and Chorus. Call him louder! He heareth notFelix Mendelssohn, Antonio Pappano, London Symphony Orchestra, Gerald Finley, London Symphony Chorus
  17. Elijah, Op. 70, MWV A 25, Part 1: No. 14, Aria. Lord God of Abraham, Isaac, and IsraelFelix Mendelssohn, Antonio Pappano, London Symphony Orchestra, Gerald Finley
  18. Elijah, Op. 70, MWV A 25, Part 1: No. 15, Quartet. Cast thy burden upon the LordFelix Mendelssohn, Antonio Pappano, London Symphony Orchestra, The Guildhall Singers
  19. Elijah, Op. 70, MWV A 25, Part 1: No. 16, Recitative and Chorus. O Thou, who makest Thine angels spiritsFelix Mendelssohn, Antonio Pappano, London Symphony Orchestra, Gerald Finley, London Symphony Chorus
  20. Elijah, Op. 70, MWV A 25, Part 1: No. 17, Aria. Is not His word like a fireFelix Mendelssohn, Antonio Pappano, London Symphony Orchestra, Gerald Finley
  21. Elijah, Op. 70, MWV A 25, Part 1: No. 18, Arioso. Woe, woe unto them who forsake Him!Felix Mendelssohn, Antonio Pappano, London Symphony Orchestra, Sarah Connolly
  22. Elijah, Op. 70, MWV A 25, Part 1: No. 19, Recitative and Chorus. O man of God, help Thy people!Felix Mendelssohn, Antonio Pappano, London Symphony Orchestra, Allan Clayton, Gerald Finley, Ewan Christian, London Symphony Chorus
  23. Elijah, Op. 70, MWV A 25, Part 1: No. 20, Chorus. Thanks be to GodFelix Mendelssohn, Antonio Pappano, London Symphony Orchestra, Gerald Finley, London Symphony Chorus
  24. Elijah, Op. 70, MWV A 25, Part 2: No. 21, Aria, Recitative and Aria. Hear ye, Israel! - Thus saith the Lord - I am He that comfortethFelix Mendelssohn, Antonio Pappano, London Symphony Orchestra, Masabane Cecilia Rangwanasha
  25. Elijah, Op. 70, MWV A 25, Part 2: No. 22, Chorus. Be not afraid, saith God the LordFelix Mendelssohn, Antonio Pappano, London Symphony Orchestra, London Symphony Chorus
  26. Elijah, Op. 70, MWV A 25, Part 2: No. 23, Recitative and Chorus. The Lord hath exalted thee from among the peopleFelix Mendelssohn, Antonio Pappano, London Symphony Orchestra, Sarah Connolly, Gerald Finley, London Symphony Chorus
  27. Elijah, Op. 70, MWV A 25, Part 2: No. 24, Chorus. Woe to him! He shall perishFelix Mendelssohn, Antonio Pappano, London Symphony Orchestra, London Symphony Chorus
  28. Elijah, Op. 70, MWV A 25, Part 2: No. 25, Recitative. Man of God, now let my words be precious in thy sight!Felix Mendelssohn, Antonio Pappano, London Symphony Orchestra, Allan Clayton, Gerald Finley
  29. Elijah, Op. 70, MWV A 25, Part 2: No. 26, Aria. It is enough! O Lord, now take away my lifeFelix Mendelssohn, Antonio Pappano, London Symphony Orchestra, Gerald Finley
  30. Elijah, Op. 70, MWV A 25, Part 2: No. 27, Recitative. See, now he sleepeth beneath a juniper tree in the desertFelix Mendelssohn, Antonio Pappano, London Symphony Orchestra, Allan Clayton
  31. Elijah, Op. 70, MWV A 25, Part 2: No. 28, Trio. Lift thine eyes, O lift thine eyes to the mountainsFelix Mendelssohn, Antonio Pappano, London Symphony Orchestra, The Guildhall Singers
  32. Elijah, Op. 70, MWV A 25, Part 2: No. 29, Chorus. He, watching over Israel, slumbers not, nor sleepsFelix Mendelssohn, Antonio Pappano, London Symphony Orchestra, London Symphony Chorus
  33. Elijah, Op. 70, MWV A 25, Part 2: No. 30, Recitative. Arise, ElijahFelix Mendelssohn, Antonio Pappano, London Symphony Orchestra, Sarah Connolly, Gerald Finley
  34. Elijah, Op. 70, MWV A 25, Part 2: No. 31, Aria. O rest in the Lord, and wait for HimFelix Mendelssohn, Antonio Pappano, London Symphony Orchestra, Sarah Connolly
  35. Elijah, Op. 70, MWV A 25, Part 2: No. 32, Chorus. He that shall endure to the endFelix Mendelssohn, Antonio Pappano, London Symphony Orchestra, London Symphony Chorus
  36. Elijah, Op. 70, MWV A 25, Part 2: No. 33, Recitative. Night falleth round me, O Lord!Felix Mendelssohn, Antonio Pappano, London Symphony Orchestra, Gerald Finley, Masabane Cecilia Rangwanasha, London Symphony Chorus
  37. Elijah, Op. 70, MWV A 25, Part 2: No. 34, Chorus. Behold, God the LordFelix Mendelssohn, Antonio Pappano, London Symphony Orchestra, London Symphony Chorus
  38. Elijah, Op. 70, MWV A 25, Part 2: No. 35, Recitative and Quartet with Chorus. Above Him stood the Seraphim - Holy, holy, holy is God the LordFelix Mendelssohn, Antonio Pappano, London Symphony Orchestra, Sarah Connolly, The Guildhall Singers, London Symphony Chorus
  39. Elijah, Op. 70, MWV A 25, Part 2: No. 36, Chorus and Recitative. Go, return upon thy wayFelix Mendelssohn, Antonio Pappano, London Symphony Orchestra, Gerald Finley, London Symphony Chorus
  40. Elijah, Op. 70, MWV A 25, Part 2: No. 37, Arioso. For the mountains shall departFelix Mendelssohn, Antonio Pappano, London Symphony Orchestra, Gerald Finley
  41. Elijah, Op. 70, MWV A 25, Part 2: No. 38, Chorus. Then did Elijah the prophet break forth like a fireFelix Mendelssohn, Antonio Pappano, London Symphony Orchestra, London Symphony Chorus
  42. Elijah, Op. 70, MWV A 25, Part 2: No. 39, Aria. Then shall the righteous shineFelix Mendelssohn, Antonio Pappano, London Symphony Orchestra, Allan Clayton
  43. Elijah, Op. 70, MWV A 25, Part 2: No. 40, Recitative. Behold, God hath sent Elijah the prophetFelix Mendelssohn, Antonio Pappano, London Symphony Orchestra, Masabane Cecilia Rangwanasha
  44. Elijah, Op. 70, MWV A 25, Part 2: No. 41, Chorus. But the Lord hath awakened one this nightFelix Mendelssohn, Antonio Pappano, London Symphony Orchestra, London Symphony Chorus
  45. Elijah, Op. 70, MWV A 25, Part 2: No. 41, Quartet. O come ev'ry one that thirstethFelix Mendelssohn, Antonio Pappano, London Symphony Orchestra, Masabane Cecilia Rangwanasha, Sarah Connolly, Allan Clayton, Gerald Finley
  46. Elijah, Op. 70, MWV A 25, Part 2: No. 42, Final Chorus. And then shall your light break forthFelix Mendelssohn, Antonio Pappano, London Symphony Orchestra, London Symphony Chorus
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About Felix Mendelssohn

Felix Mendelssohn, born into a wealthy banking family in Hamburg in 1809, was a prodigious talent whose influence on the Romantic period is immeasurable. A child prodigy, Mendelssohn excelled not only in music but also in painting, poetry, athletics, and linguistics. His compositions, which include symphonies, concertos, and chamber music, are renowned for their optimism and life-enhancing qualities, earning him the title of one of the 'Sunshine Composers.'

Mendelssohn's repertoire is vast and varied, with standout works including the enchanting overture and incidental music for "A Midsummer Night's Dream," the evocative "Italian" and "Scottish" Symphonies, and the beloved oratorios "St. Paul" and "Elijah." His "Songs Without Words" for solo piano are particularly celebrated, offering a glimpse into his deep emotional range. Beyond his compositions, Mendelssohn was also an accomplished artist, capturing scenes from his travels through England and Scotland in sketches.

Despite his untimely death at the age of 38 in 1847, Mendelssohn's legacy endures, celebrated for his contributions to classical music and his enduring influence on the Romantic era. His music continues to inspire and uplift, a testament to his enduring genius.

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