Songs Without Words
Felix Mendelssohn explains his work
German composer Felix Mendelssohn is best known for his orchestral works and Songs Without Words (Lieder ohne Worte)—a collection of 48 short piano pieces that spoke through melody alone. This was a concept that fascinated listeners, including Marc-André Souchay Jr., a cousin of Mendelssohn’s wife who …
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