Felix Mendelssohn's "Mendelssohn: Le songe d'une nuit d'été & Overtures" is a captivating collection of classical masterpieces, released on November 10, 2014, under the Mangora Classical label. This album offers a rich tapestry of chamber music, classical compositions, and choral works, all performed with exquisite precision and passion.
The album opens with Mendelssohn's enchanting "Le songe d'une nuit d'été" (A Midsummer Night's Dream), Op. 61, MWV M13, a suite of eight movements that transport the listener through a whimsical journey of fairies, lovers, and magical forests. The overture sets the stage with its lively and playful melody, while the scherzo and marche des fées add a touch of mischief and wonder. The intermezzo and notturno provide moments of serene beauty, leading to the dramatic marche nuptiale and the somber marche funèbre. The album concludes with the lively danse des clowns, a delightful finale that leaves the listener with a sense of joy and enchantment.
In addition to the Midsummer Night's Dream suite, the album features three of Mendelssohn's most celebrated overtures: "Les Hébrides" (The Hebrides), Op. 26, MWV P7, "La belle Mélusine," Op. 32, MWV P12, and "Ruy Blas," Op. 95, MWV P15. Each overture showcases Mendelssohn's mastery of orchestration and his ability to evoke vivid imagery and emotion through music.
With a total duration of 1 hour and 6 minutes, this album is a testament to Mendelssohn's enduring legacy as one of the most influential composers of the Romantic era. Whether you are a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, "Mendelssohn: Le songe d'une nuit d'été & Overtures" is sure to captivate and inspire.
