Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Felix Mendelssohn's piano repertoire with the album "Mendelssohn: Lieder ohne Worte & Other Piano Works." Released on January 7, 2014, under the Oehms Classics label, this collection showcases the timeless beauty and emotional depth of Mendelssohn's compositions, spanning a variety of genres including chamber music, classical, and classical piano.
The album features a rich selection of Mendelssohn's "Lieder ohne Worte" (Songs without Words), a series of short lyrical piano pieces that are among the most beloved and frequently performed works in the Romantic piano repertoire. These pieces, characterized by their melodic richness and harmonic sophistication, offer a glimpse into Mendelssohn's extraordinary musical imagination.
In addition to the "Lieder ohne Worte," the album includes a diverse array of Mendelssohn's other piano works, such as the "Fantasia in F-Sharp Minor, Op. 28," the "Variations sérieuses in D Minor, Op. 54," and a selection of "3 Etudes, Op. 104b." These compositions demonstrate Mendelssohn's versatility and mastery of the piano, ranging from virtuosic displays of technical skill to intimate and reflective pieces.
With a total duration of 1 hour and 10 minutes, this album provides a comprehensive exploration of Mendelssohn's piano music, offering both seasoned enthusiasts and newcomers to his work an opportunity to appreciate the depth and breadth of his contributions to the classical piano repertoire. Whether you are a fan of Mendelssohn's music or simply looking to discover new and inspiring compositions, this album is sure to captivate and delight.
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Lieder ohne Worte, Book 1, Op. 19b, No. 1, MWV U86: No. 1 in E MajorFelix Mendelssohn, Bernd Glemser
Lieder ohne Worte, Book 1, Op. 19b, No. 5, MWV U90: No. 5 in F-Sharp Minor,Felix Mendelssohn, Bernd Glemser
Lieder ohne Worte, Book 2, Op. 30, No. 6, MWV U110: No. 12 in F-Sharp Minor, "Venezianisches Gondellied"Felix Mendelssohn, Bernd Glemser
Lieder ohne Worte, Book 3, Op. 38, No. 2, MWV U115: No. 14 in C MinorFelix Mendelssohn, Bernd Glemser
Lieder ohne Worte, Book 6, Op. 67, No. 4, MWV U182: No. 34 in C Major, "Spinnerlied"Felix Mendelssohn, Bernd Glemser
Lieder ohne Worte, Book 5, Op. 62, MWV SD 29: No. 25 in G Major, No. 1, MWV U185Felix Mendelssohn, Bernd Glemser
Lieder ohne Worte, Book 5, Op. 62, MWV SD 29: No. 27 in E Minor, No. 3, MWV U177, "Trauermarsch"Felix Mendelssohn, Bernd Glemser
Lieder ohne Worte, Book 1, Op. 19b, No. 3, MWV U89: No. 3 in A Major, "Jägerlied"Felix Mendelssohn, Bernd Glemser
Lieder ohne Worte, Book 7, Op. 85, No. 4, MWV U190: No. 40 in D MajorFelix Mendelssohn, Bernd Glemser
Lieder ohne Worte, Book 1, Op. 19b, No. 6, MWV U78: No. 6 in G Minor, "Venezianisches Gondellied"Felix Mendelssohn, Bernd Glemser
Lieder ohne Worte, Book 4, Op. 53, No. 2, MWV U109: No. 20 in E-Flat MajorFelix Mendelssohn, Bernd Glemser
Lieder ohne Worte, Book 3, Op. 38, No. 6, MWV U119: No. 18 in A-Flat Major, "Duetto"Felix Mendelssohn, Bernd Glemser
Lieder ohne Worte, Book 6, Op. 67, No. 2, MWV U145: No. 32 in F-Sharp MinorFelix Mendelssohn, Bernd Glemser
Lieder ohne Worte, Book 8, Op. 102, No. 5, MWV U194: No. 47 in A Major, "Kinderstück"Felix Mendelssohn, Bernd Glemser
Lieder ohne Worte, Book 6, Op. 67, No. 5, MWV U184: No. 35 in B MinorFelix Mendelssohn, Bernd Glemser
Lieder ohne Worte, Book 5, Op. 62, MWV SD 29: No. 30 in A Major, No. 6, MWV U161, "Frühlingslied"Felix Mendelssohn, Bernd Glemser
Fantasia in F-Sharp Minor, Op. 28, MWV U92, "Sonate écossaise": I. Con moto agitato - AndanteFelix Mendelssohn, Bernd Glemser
Fantasia in F-Sharp Minor, Op. 28, MWV U92, "Sonate écossaise": II. Allegro con motoFelix Mendelssohn, Bernd Glemser
Fantasia in F-Sharp Minor, Op. 28, MWV U92, "Sonate écossaise": III. PrestoFelix Mendelssohn, Bernd Glemser
Variations sérieuses in D Minor, Op. 54, MWV U156Felix Mendelssohn, Bernd Glemser
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