Mendelssohn: Elijah, Op. 70 - Felix Mendelssohn - Vinyl LP UK

Mendelssohn: Elijah, Op. 70 - Felix Mendelssohn

Album Description

Immerse yourself in the timeless masterpiece of Felix Mendelssohn with the release of "Elijah, Op. 70." This extraordinary choral work, recorded in 1989 and released under the esteemed Chandos label, is a cornerstone of classical music that showcases Mendelssohn's unparalleled compositional genius. Spanning a captivating 2 hours and 11 minutes, this album is a testament to the grandeur and depth of Mendelssohn's orchestral and choral writing.

"Elijah, Op. 70" is a monumental oratorio that tells the biblical story of the prophet Elijah, blending dramatic recitatives, soaring arias, and powerful choruses. Mendelssohn's intricate scoring and rich harmonies create a vivid and engaging narrative that brings the ancient tale to life. The album features a diverse range of musical styles, from the majestic overture to the intimate and reflective arias, demonstrating Mendelssohn's versatility and mastery of the classical form.

This recording is a must-listen for any fan of classical music, offering a profound and moving experience that highlights the beauty and power of Mendelssohn's music. Whether you're a seasoned enthusiast or a newcomer to the world of classical choral works, "Elijah, Op. 70" is an essential addition to your music collection.

1 oktober 19892014 Chandos Records2014 Chandos Records

Tracks

Elijah, Op. 70, MWV A25, Part 1: IntroductionFelix Mendelssohn, Richard Hickox, London Symphony Orchestra, Willard White
1:06
Elijah, Op. 70, MWV A25, Part 1: OvertureFelix Mendelssohn, Richard Hickox, London Symphony Orchestra
3:25
Elijah, Op. 70, MWV A25, Part 1: No. 1, ChorusFelix Mendelssohn, Richard Hickox, London Symphony Orchestra, London Symphony Chorus
4:35
Elijah, Op. 70, MWV A25, Part 1: No. 2, Duet and ChorusFelix Mendelssohn, Richard Hickox, London Symphony Orchestra, Linda Finnie, Rosalind Plowright, London Symphony Chorus
1:55
Elijah, Op. 70, MWV A25, Part 1: No. 3, Recitative (Obadiah)Felix Mendelssohn, Richard Hickox, London Symphony Orchestra, Arthur Davies
0:45
Elijah, Op. 70, MWV A25, Part 1: No. 4, Air (Obadiah)Felix Mendelssohn, Richard Hickox, London Symphony Orchestra, Arthur Davies
2:13
Elijah, Op. 70, MWV A25, Part 1: No. 5, ChorusFelix Mendelssohn, Richard Hickox, London Symphony Orchestra, London Symphony Chorus
4:04
Elijah, Op. 70, MWV A25, Part 1: No. 6, Recitative "An Angel"Felix Mendelssohn, Richard Hickox, London Symphony Orchestra, Linda Finnie
0:59
Elijah, Op. 70, MWV A25, Part 1: No. 7, Angels (Semi-Chorus)Felix Mendelssohn, Richard Hickox, London Symphony Orchestra, Linda Finnie, London Symphony Chorus
3:39
Elijah, Op. 70, MWV A25, Part 1: No. 8, Air "The Widow"Felix Mendelssohn, Richard Hickox, London Symphony Orchestra, Rosalind Plowright, Willard White
5:38
Elijah, Op. 70, MWV A25, Part 1: No. 9, ChorusFelix Mendelssohn, Richard Hickox, London Symphony Orchestra, London Symphony Chorus
3:41
Elijah, Op. 70, MWV A25, Part 1: No. 10, Recitative (Elijah and Chorus)Felix Mendelssohn, Richard Hickox, London Symphony Orchestra, Willard White, London Symphony Chorus
3:55
Elijah, Op. 70, MWV A25, Part 1: No. 11, ChorusFelix Mendelssohn, Richard Hickox, London Symphony Orchestra, London Symphony Chorus
3:24
Elijah, Op. 70, MWV A25, Part 1: No. 12, Recitative (Elijah)Felix Mendelssohn, Richard Hickox, London Symphony Orchestra, Willard White
1:09
Elijah, Op. 70, MWV A25, Part 1: No. 13, Recitative (Elijah and Chorus )Felix Mendelssohn, Richard Hickox, London Symphony Orchestra, Willard White, London Symphony Chorus
1:59
Elijah, Op. 70, MWV A25, Part 1: No. 14, Air (Elijah)Felix Mendelssohn, Richard Hickox, London Symphony Orchestra, Willard White
3:37
Elijah, Op. 70, MWV A25, Part 1: No. 15, Chorale "Angels"Felix Mendelssohn, Richard Hickox, London Symphony Orchestra, London Symphony Chorus
2:12
Elijah, Op. 70, MWV A25, Part 1: No. 16, Recitative (Elijah and Chorus)Felix Mendelssohn, Richard Hickox, London Symphony Orchestra, Willard White, London Symphony Chorus
2:46
Elijah, Op. 70, MWV A25, Part 1: No. 17, Air (Elijah)Felix Mendelssohn, Richard Hickox, London Symphony Orchestra, Willard White
1:53
Elijah, Op. 70, MWV A25, Part 1: No. 18, AriosoFelix Mendelssohn, Richard Hickox, London Symphony Orchestra, Linda Finnie
3:15
Elijah, Op. 70, MWV A25, Part 1: No. 19, Recitative (Obadiah and Chorus)Felix Mendelssohn, Richard Hickox, London Symphony Orchestra, Arthur Davies, Willard White, London Symphony Chorus
5:44
Elijah, Op. 70, MWV A25, Part 1: No. 20, ChorusFelix Mendelssohn, Richard Hickox, London Symphony Orchestra, London Symphony Chorus
4:01
Elijah, Op. 70, MWV A25, Part 2: No. 21, AirFelix Mendelssohn, Richard Hickox, London Symphony Orchestra, Rosalind Plowright
5:21
Elijah, Op. 70, MWV A25, Part 2: No. 22, ChorusFelix Mendelssohn, Richard Hickox, London Symphony Orchestra, London Symphony Chorus
4:23
Elijah, Op. 70, MWV A25, Part 2: No. 23, Recitative (Elijah and Chorus)Felix Mendelssohn, Richard Hickox, London Symphony Orchestra, Linda Finnie, Willard White
3:26
Elijah, Op. 70, MWV A25, Part 2: No. 24, ChorusFelix Mendelssohn, Richard Hickox, London Symphony Orchestra, London Symphony Chorus
1:35
Elijah, Op. 70, MWV A25, Part 2: No. 25, Recitative (Obadiah)Felix Mendelssohn, Richard Hickox, London Symphony Orchestra, Arthur Davies, Willard White
2:08
Elijah, Op. 70, MWV A25, Part 2: No. 26, Air (Elijah)Felix Mendelssohn, Richard Hickox, London Symphony Orchestra, Willard White
5:15
Elijah, Op. 70, MWV A25, Part 2: No. 27, Recitative (Tenor)Felix Mendelssohn, Richard Hickox, London Symphony Orchestra, Arthur Davies
0:40
Elijah, Op. 70, MWV A25, Part 2: No. 28, Trio "The Angels"Felix Mendelssohn, Richard Hickox, London Symphony Orchestra, Linda Finnie, Rosalind Plowright
2:09
Elijah, Op. 70, MWV A25, Part 2: No. 29, ChorusFelix Mendelssohn, Richard Hickox, London Symphony Orchestra, London Symphony Chorus
3:58
Elijah, Op. 70, MWV A25, Part 2: No. 30, Recitative "The Angel"Felix Mendelssohn, Richard Hickox, London Symphony Orchestra, Linda Finnie, Willard White
1:57
Elijah, Op. 70, MWV A25, Part 2: No. 31, Air "The Angel"Felix Mendelssohn, Richard Hickox, London Symphony Orchestra, Linda Finnie
3:28
Elijah, Op. 70, MWV A25, Part 2: No. 32, ChorusFelix Mendelssohn, Richard Hickox, London Symphony Orchestra, London Symphony Chorus
2:44
Elijah, Op. 70, MWV A25, Part 2: No. 33, Recitative (Elijah)Felix Mendelssohn, Richard Hickox, London Symphony Orchestra, Rosalind Plowright, Willard White
1:42
Elijah, Op. 70, MWV A25, Part 2: No. 34, ChorusFelix Mendelssohn, Richard Hickox, London Symphony Orchestra, London Symphony Chorus
3:43
Elijah, Op. 70, MWV A25, Part 2: No. 35, Recitative (Semi-chorus and Chorus)Felix Mendelssohn, Richard Hickox, London Symphony Orchestra, Linda Finnie, London Symphony Chorus
3:41
Elijah, Op. 70, MWV A25, Part 2: No. 36, Chorus and Recitative (Elijah)Felix Mendelssohn, Richard Hickox, London Symphony Orchestra, Willard White, London Symphony Chorus
1:22
Elijah, Op. 70, MWV A25, Part 2: No. 37, Arioso (Elijah)Felix Mendelssohn, Richard Hickox, London Symphony Orchestra, Willard White
2:20
Elijah, Op. 70, MWV A25, Part 2: No. 38, ChorusFelix Mendelssohn, Richard Hickox, London Symphony Orchestra, London Symphony Chorus
2:13
Elijah, Op. 70, MWV A25, Part 2: No. 39, AirFelix Mendelssohn, Richard Hickox, London Symphony Orchestra, Arthur Davies
2:07
Elijah, Op. 70, MWV A25, Part 2: No. 40, RecitativeFelix Mendelssohn, Richard Hickox, London Symphony Orchestra, Rosalind Plowright
1:05
Elijah, Op. 70, MWV A25, Part 2: No. 41, ChorusFelix Mendelssohn, Richard Hickox, London Symphony Orchestra, Roderick elms, London Symphony Chorus
3:22
Elijah, Op. 70, MWV A25, Part 2: No. 41, QuartetFelix Mendelssohn, Richard Hickox, London Symphony Orchestra, Rosalind Plowright, Linda Finnie, Arthur Davies, Willard White, Roderick elms
2:43
Elijah, Op. 70, MWV A25, Part 2: No. 42, ChorusFelix Mendelssohn, Richard Hickox, London Symphony Orchestra, London Symphony Chorus
3:45

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About Felix Mendelssohn

Felix Mendelssohn, a luminary of the classical music world, is renowned for his exquisite compositions that span chamber music, classical, and choral genres. Born into a highly musical family, Mendelssohn displayed prodigious talent from an early age, becoming a virtuoso pianist and a prolific composer. His works, characterized by their lyrical melodies and intricate structures, have left an indelible mark on the classical music landscape. Mendelssohn's repertoire includes iconic pieces like the "Hebrides Overture" and the "Scottish Symphony," as well as the beloved "Wedding March" from his incidental music for "A Midsummer Night's Dream." His contributions to music, particularly his revival of Bach's works, have cemented his legacy as one of the most influential composers of the Romantic era.