Felix Mendelssohn's "A Midsummer Night's Dream, The Hebrides & The Fair Melusine" is a captivating collection of classical works that showcases the composer's mastery of orchestral and chamber music. Released on January 1, 2016, under the BIS label, this album spans a little over an hour and eight minutes, offering a rich tapestry of Mendelssohn's most celebrated compositions.
The album opens with the enchanting "The Fair Melusine, Op. 32," followed by the iconic "A Midsummer Night's Dream Overture, Op. 21." The heart of the album lies in the complete incidental music for "A Midsummer Night's Dream, Op. 61," featuring a series of melodramas, intermezzos, and choruses that bring Shakespeare's magical play to life. Each piece is a testament to Mendelssohn's ability to evoke vivid imagery and emotion through music.
The album concludes with "The Hebrides, Op. 26, MWV P 7," also known as "Fingal's Cave," a stunning overture that captures the rugged beauty of the Scottish landscape. Mendelssohn's compositions are performed with precision and passion, making this album a must-listen for classical music enthusiasts and newcomers alike. Whether you're drawn to the whimsical charm of "A Midsummer Night's Dream" or the dramatic intensity of "The Hebrides," this collection offers a comprehensive exploration of Mendelssohn's genius.
Tracks
The Fair Melusine, Op. 32, MWV P 12Felix Mendelssohn, Swedish Chamber Orchestra, Thomas Dausgaard
A Midsummer Night's Dream Overture, Op. 21, MWV P 3Felix Mendelssohn, Swedish Chamber Orchestra, Thomas Dausgaard
A Midsummer Night's Dream, Op. 61, MWV M 13: No. 1, Scherzo. Allegro vivaceFelix Mendelssohn, Swedish Chamber Orchestra, Thomas Dausgaard
A Midsummer Night's Dream, Op. 61, MWV M 13: No. 2, Melodrama. L'istesso tempo - Elfenmarsch. Allegro vivaceFelix Mendelssohn, Swedish Chamber Orchestra, Thomas Dausgaard
A Midsummer Night's Dream, Op. 61, MWV M 13: No. 3, Lied mit Chor "Bunte Schlangen, zweigezüngt"Felix Mendelssohn, Camilla Tilling, Magdalena Risberg, Swedish Radio Choir, Swedish Chamber Orchestra, Thomas Dausgaard
A Midsummer Night's Dream, Op. 61, MWV M 13: No. 4, Melodrama. Andante - Allegro moltoFelix Mendelssohn, Swedish Chamber Orchestra, Thomas Dausgaard
A Midsummer Night's Dream, Op. 61, MWV M 13: No. 5, Intermezzo. Allegro appassionatoFelix Mendelssohn, Swedish Chamber Orchestra, Thomas Dausgaard
A Midsummer Night's Dream, Op. 61, MWV M 13: No. 6, Melodrama. AllegroFelix Mendelssohn, Swedish Chamber Orchestra, Thomas Dausgaard
A Midsummer Night's Dream, Op. 61, MWV M 13: No. 7, Notturno. Andante tranquilloFelix Mendelssohn, Swedish Chamber Orchestra, Thomas Dausgaard
A Midsummer Night's Dream, Op. 61, MWV M 13: No. 8, Melodrama. Andante - Allegro moltoFelix Mendelssohn, Swedish Chamber Orchestra, Thomas Dausgaard
A Midsummer Night's Dream, Op. 61, MWV M 13: No. 9, Hochzeitsmarsch. Allegro vivaceFelix Mendelssohn, Swedish Chamber Orchestra, Thomas Dausgaard
A Midsummer Night's Dream, Op. 61, MWV M 13: No. 10, Melodrama. Allegro comodo - Marcia funebreFelix Mendelssohn, Swedish Chamber Orchestra, Thomas Dausgaard
A Midsummer Night's Dream, Op. 61, MWV M 13: No. 11, Ein Tanz von Rüpeln. Allegro di moltoFelix Mendelssohn, Swedish Chamber Orchestra, Thomas Dausgaard
A Midsummer Night's Dream, Op. 61, MWV M 13: No. 12, Melodrama. Allegro vivace come primaFelix Mendelssohn, Swedish Chamber Orchestra, Thomas Dausgaard
A Midsummer Night's Dream, Op. 61, MWV M 13: No. 13, Finale. Allegro di molto "Bei des Feuers mattem Flimmern"Felix Mendelssohn, Camilla Tilling, Swedish Radio Choir, Swedish Chamber Orchestra, Thomas Dausgaard
The Hebrides, Op. 26, MWV P 7 "Fingal's Cave"Felix Mendelssohn, Swedish Chamber Orchestra, Thomas Dausgaard
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