The History Of Mendelssohn's Oratorio Elijah (1896) - Paperback

by Frederick George Edwards (Author), George Grove (Introduction by)

""The History of Mendelssohn's Oratorio Elijah"" is a book written by Frederick George Edwards and first published in 1896. The book provides a comprehensive account of the creation and performance history of Felix Mendelssohn's famous oratorio, ""Elijah."" Edwards begins by discussing Mendelssohn's motivation for composing the piece, which was to commemorate the bicentennial of the birth of Johann Sebastian Bach. He then delves into the composition process, including Mendelssohn's use of biblical texts and his incorporation of various musical styles and genres. The book also covers the premiere of ""Elijah"" in 1846, which was a resounding success and cemented Mendelssohn's reputation as one of the greatest composers of his time. Edwards provides detailed descriptions of the performances that followed, both in Germany and abroad, and examines the critical reception of the piece. He also discusses the ways in which ""Elijah"" influenced subsequent composers and oratorios, as well as its enduring popularity in the present day. Overall, ""The History of Mendelssohn's Oratorio Elijah"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of classical music and the cultural significance of Mendelssohn's work. Edwards' meticulous research and engaging writing style make this book a fascinating read for scholars and casual readers alike.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.