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, is a treasure trove of chamber music and classical piano compositions that showcase Mendelssohn's unparalleled mastery of the piano and his ability to convey profound emotions through music.
Spanning a total of eight books, this collection features 48 of Mendelssohn's most beloved and evocative "Songs Without Words." Each piece is a miniature masterpiece, offering a glimpse into the composer's soul and his unique ability to paint vivid musical landscapes. From the tender and intimate to the dramatic and exhilarating, these works cover a wide range of moods and emotions, making this album a must-listen for any classical music enthusiast.
The album begins with Book I, Op. 19b, and takes you on a journey through the subsequent books, each offering its own distinct character and charm. Notable pieces include "Hunter's Song" from Book I, the hauntingly beautiful "Venetianisches Gondellied No. 1" and "No. 2" from Books II and VI respectively, and the lively "Tarantelle" from Book VIII. Each track is a testament to Mendelssohn's genius and his ability to create music that is both technically impressive and deeply moving.
With a total duration of two hours, this album is a substantial and rewarding listening experience. Whether you are a longtime admirer of Mendelssohn's work or a newcomer to his music, "Mendelssohn: Songs Without Words, Books I-VIII" is sure to captivate and inspire. Don't miss this opportunity to explore the full breadth of Mendelssohn's piano repertoire and discover the timeless beauty of his "Songs Without Words."
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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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