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Felix and Fanny Mendelssohn (1809-1847 and 1805-1847)
Donald Macleod explores the life and work of Felix and Fanny Mendelssohn, two sibling prodigies who were composers, pianists and conductors, and whose music had much in common
First Broadcast4 May 2009
Latest Broadcast8 May 2009
Episodes5
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Composer of the Week
Donald Macleod focuses on Felix and Fanny Mendelssohn's early years.
May 2009
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Composer of the Week
Focusing on the launch of Mendelssohn's career and the different path that his sister took
May 2009
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Composer of the Week
Donald Macleod contrasts Felix's growing popularity with Fanny's adaptation to marriage.
May 2009
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Composer of the Week
Focusing on Felix's appointment as Leipzig Gewandhaus director and Fanny's belated success
May 2009
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Composer of the Week
Donald Macleod explores the final years of the Mendelssohns' lives.
May 2009