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mendelssohn: symphony no. 3, "scottish" / the hebrides, "fingal's cave" - felix mendelssohn

Felix Mendelssohn - Mendelssohn: Symphony No. 3, "Scottish" / The Hebrides, "Fingal's Cave" (LP)

Felix Mendelssohn

1983
5 tracks
48 min
chamber music

Mendelssohn: Symphony No. 3, "Scottish" / The Hebrides, "Fingal's Cave"

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Product Description

Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of Felix Mendelssohn's orchestral masterpieces with this captivating album, released on Eterna in 1983. The album showcases Mendelssohn's Symphony No. 3 in A Minor, Op. 56, famously known as the "Scottish" Symphony, a work deeply inspired by the poetical and romantic impressions of Scotland. The symphony is a journey through four distinct movements, each revealing Mendelssohn's genius for blending emotional depth with structural precision. The album also features "The Hebrides, Op. 26," an overture famously associated with Fingal's Cave, a sea cave on the uninhabited island of Staffa in Scotland. This piece is a testament to Mendelssohn's ability to evoke the raw power and beauty of nature through music. With a total runtime of 48 minutes, this album is a treasure trove of classical brilliance, perfect for those who appreciate the intricate compositions and rich harmonies of the Romantic era. Whether you're a seasoned classical enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, Mendelssohn's evocative and masterful compositions are sure to leave a lasting impression.

Tracks

Symphony No. 3 in A Minor, Op. 56 "Scottish": I. Introduction and Allegro agitatoFelix Mendelssohn, Hartmut Haenchen, Staatskapelle Berlin
13:52
Symphony No. 3 in A Minor, Op. 56 "Scottish": II. Scherzo assai vivaceFelix Mendelssohn, Hartmut Haenchen, Staatskapelle Berlin
4:21
Symphony No. 3 in A Minor, Op. 56 "Scottish": III. Adagio cantabileFelix Mendelssohn, Hartmut Haenchen, Staatskapelle Berlin
9:54
Symphony No. 3 in A Minor, Op. 56 "Scottish": IV. Allegro vivacissimoFelix Mendelssohn, Hartmut Haenchen, Staatskapelle Berlin
10:18
The Hebrides, Op. 26 "Fingal's Cave": OvertureFelix Mendelssohn, Hartmut Haenchen, Staatskapelle Berlin
10:32

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Details

Album: Mendelssohn: Symphony No. 3, "Scottish" / The Hebrides, "Fingal's Cave"
Artist: Felix Mendelssohn
Album release date: 22 januari 1983
Label: Eterna
EAN: 782124935627
Available: No

Product information

Mono or stereo: Stereo
Duration: 48 min
Tracks: 5 tracks

EAN

EAN: 782124935627

Other

Limited Edition: No
Genre: Chamber music
Box set: No
Remastered: No
Reissue: No

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