Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Felix Mendelssohn with the comprehensive collection "Mendelssohn: Songs Without Words, Books I-VIII." This album, set for release on August 1, 2025, under the OnClassical label, brings together all eight books of Mendelssohn's renowned piano compositions, spanning a duration of two hours. Composed over two decades starting in 1832, these 48 pieces are a testament to Mendelssohn's mastery of the Romantic era, offering a rich tapestry of musical expression.
Each of the eight books contains six songs, originally published in groups, with two appearing posthumously. These compositions are celebrated for their elegance and refined sentiment, making them some of Mendelssohn's most beloved and recognizable works. The album features a diverse range of emotions and moods, from the serene and melodic to the dramatic and intense, showcasing Mendelssohn's versatility and depth as a composer.
Felix Mendelssohn, born on February 3, 1809, in Hamburg, was a prolific composer whose works continue to captivate audiences worldwide. His "Songs Without Words" are a cornerstone of his musical legacy, offering a unique blend of lyrical beauty and technical brilliance. This album is a must-listen for classical music enthusiasts and anyone seeking to explore the timeless elegance of Mendelssohn's compositions.
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Tracks
Songs Without Words, Book I, Op. 19b: No. 1 in E Major, MWV U 86Felix Mendelssohn, Jacopo Salvatori
Songs Without Words, Book I, Op. 19b: No. 2 in A Minor, MWV U 80Felix Mendelssohn, Jacopo Salvatori
Songs Without Words, Book I, Op. 19b: No. 3 in A Major, MWV U 89 "Hunter's Song"Felix Mendelssohn, Jacopo Salvatori
Songs Without Words, Book I, Op. 19b: No. 4 in A Major, MWV U 73Felix Mendelssohn, Jacopo Salvatori
Songs Without Words, Book I, Op. 19b: No. 5 in F-Sharp Minor, MWV U 90Felix Mendelssohn, Jacopo Salvatori
Songs Without Words, Book I, Op. 19b: No. 6 in G Minor, MWV U 78 "Venetianisches Gondellied No. 1"Felix Mendelssohn, Jacopo Salvatori
Songs Without Words, Book II, Op. 30: No. 1 in E-Flat Major, MWV U 103Felix Mendelssohn, Jacopo Salvatori
Songs Without Words, Book II, Op. 30: No. 2 in B-Flat Minor, MWV U 77Felix Mendelssohn, Jacopo Salvatori
Songs Without Words, Book II, Op. 30: No. 3 in E Major, MWV U 104Felix Mendelssohn, Jacopo Salvatori
Songs Without Words, Book II, Op. 30: No. 4 in B Minor, MWV U 98Felix Mendelssohn, Jacopo Salvatori
Songs Without Words, Book II, Op. 30: No. 5 in D Major, MWV U 97Felix Mendelssohn, Jacopo Salvatori
Songs Without Words, Book II, Op. 30: No. 6 in F-Sharp Minor, MWV U 110 "Venetianisches Gondellied No. 2"Felix Mendelssohn, Jacopo Salvatori
Songs Without Words, Book III, Op. 38: No. 1 in E-Flat Major, MWV U 121Felix Mendelssohn, Jacopo Salvatori
Songs Without Words, Book III, Op. 38: No. 2 in C Minor, MWV U 115Felix Mendelssohn, Jacopo Salvatori
Songs Without Words, Book III, Op. 38: No. 3 in E Major, MWV U 107Felix Mendelssohn, Jacopo Salvatori
Songs Without Words, Book III, Op. 38: No. 4 in A Major, MWV U 120Felix Mendelssohn, Jacopo Salvatori
Songs Without Words, Book III, Op. 38: No. 5 in A Minor, MWV U 137Felix Mendelssohn, Jacopo Salvatori
Songs Without Words, Book III, Op. 38: No. 6 in A-Flat Major, MWV U 119Felix Mendelssohn, Jacopo Salvatori
Songs Without Words, Book IV, Op. 53: No. 1 in A-Flat Major, MWV U 143Felix Mendelssohn, Jacopo Salvatori
Songs Without Words, Book IV, Op. 53: No. 2 in E-Flat Major, MWV U 109Felix Mendelssohn, Jacopo Salvatori
Songs Without Words, Book IV, Op. 53: No. 3 in G Minor, MWV U 144Felix Mendelssohn, Jacopo Salvatori
Songs Without Words, Book IV, Op. 53: No. 4 in F Major, MWV U 114 "Evening Song"Felix Mendelssohn, Jacopo Salvatori
Songs Without Words, Book IV, Op. 53: No. 5 in A Minor, MWV U 153 "Volkslied"Felix Mendelssohn, Jacopo Salvatori
Songs Without Words, Book IV, Op. 53: No. 6 in A Major, MWV U 154Felix Mendelssohn, Jacopo Salvatori
Songs Without Words, Book V, Op. 62: No. 1 in G Major, MWV U 185 "May Breeze"Felix Mendelssohn, Jacopo Salvatori
Songs Without Words, Book V, Op. 62: No. 2 in B-Flat Major, MWV U 181Felix Mendelssohn, Jacopo Salvatori
Songs Without Words, Book V, Op. 62: No. 3 in E Minor, MWV U 177 "Trauermarsch"Felix Mendelssohn, Jacopo Salvatori
Songs Without Words, Book V, Op. 62: No. 4 in G Major, MWV U 175Felix Mendelssohn, Jacopo Salvatori
Songs Without Words, Book V, Op. 62: No. 5 in A Minor, MWV U 151 "Venetianisches Gondellied No. 3"Felix Mendelssohn, Jacopo Salvatori
Songs Without Words, Book V, Op. 62: No. 6 in A Major, MWV U 161 "Frühlingslied"Felix Mendelssohn, Jacopo Salvatori
Songs Without Words, Book VI, Op. 67: No. 1 in E-Flat Major, MWV U 180Felix Mendelssohn, Jacopo Salvatori
Songs Without Words, Book VI, Op. 67: No. 2 in F-Sharp Minor, MWV U 145Felix Mendelssohn, Jacopo Salvatori
Songs Without Words, Book VI, Op. 67: No. 3 in B-Flat Major, MWV U 102Felix Mendelssohn, Jacopo Salvatori
Songs Without Words, Book VI, Op. 67: No. 4 in C Major, MWV U 182 "Spinnerlied"Felix Mendelssohn, Jacopo Salvatori
Songs Without Words, Book VI, Op. 67: No. 5 in B Minor, MWV U 184Felix Mendelssohn, Jacopo Salvatori
Songs Without Words, Book VI, Op. 67: No. 6 in E Major, MWV U 188 "Cradle Song"Felix Mendelssohn, Jacopo Salvatori
Songs Without Words, Book VII, Op. 85: No. 1 in F Major, MWV U 150Felix Mendelssohn, Jacopo Salvatori
Songs Without Words, Book VII, Op. 85: No. 2 in A Minor, MWV U 101Felix Mendelssohn, Jacopo Salvatori
Songs Without Words, Book VII, Op. 85: No. 3 in E-Flat Major, MWV U 111Felix Mendelssohn, Jacopo Salvatori
Songs Without Words, Book VII, Op. 85: No. 4 in D Major, MWV U 190Felix Mendelssohn, Jacopo Salvatori
Songs Without Words, Book VII, Op. 85: No. 5 in A Major, MWV U 191Felix Mendelssohn, Jacopo Salvatori
Songs Without Words, Book VII, Op. 85: No. 6 in B-Flat Major, MWV U 155Felix Mendelssohn, Jacopo Salvatori
Songs Without Words, Book VIII, Op. 102: No. 1 in E Minor, MWV U 162Felix Mendelssohn, Jacopo Salvatori
Songs Without Words, Book VIII, Op. 102: No. 2 in D Major, MWV U 192Felix Mendelssohn, Jacopo Salvatori
Songs Without Words, Book VIII, Op. 102: No. 3 in C Major, MWV U 195 "Tarantelle"Felix Mendelssohn, Jacopo Salvatori
Songs Without Words, Book VIII, Op. 102: No. 4 in G Minor, MWV U 152 "The Sighing Wind"Felix Mendelssohn, Jacopo Salvatori
Songs Without Words, Book VIII, Op. 102: No. 5 in A Major, MWV U 194 "Kinderstück"Felix Mendelssohn, Jacopo Salvatori
Songs Without Words, Book VIII, Op. 102: No. 6 in C Major, MWV U 172 "Belief"Felix Mendelssohn, Jacopo Salvatori
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