cd - Felix Mendelssohn Bartholdy
Felix Mendelssohn Bartholdy was a German composer, conductor, pianist, and organist, born on February 3, 1809, in Hamburg. He was considered one of the most significant composers of his time. His notable works include the "Wedding March" from the music to "A Midsummer Night's Dream" and "Symphony No. 4 in A major," known as the "Italian." Mendelssohn was also responsible for the revival of Bach's "St. Matthew Passion" in 1829, contributing to the renewed interest in Bach's music. His oeuvre encompasses symphonies, concertos, oratorios, piano, and chamber works.
