Mozart – Mendelssohn

The concert program brings together an early, tension-filled work by Felix Mendelssohn and the luminous, elegant music of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart.

Mendelssohn’s String Symphony No. 10 is a single-movement work where restrained melancholy meets profound psychological depth and an almost confessional tone. It is music of deep internal focus, with harmonies that already carry the breath of Romanticism—more personal, sensual, and psychologically rich. As noted by scholar R. Larry Todd, this symphony remains one of the most enigmatic among Mendelssohn’s early compositions.

The immortal music of Mozart invites the audience to immerse themselves in a different world—one that is clear and brimming with vital energy. Violin Concerto No. 4 captivates with its blend of brilliant virtuosity and lyrical, almost operatic expressiveness, featuring a sophisticated and witty dialogue between the soloist and the orchestra. In Symphony No. 29, with its light, pulsing energy and refined themes, there is no outward pomposity; instead, one finds a delicate play of light and shadow, elegance, and the depth characteristic of Mozart’s mature style. This is music of harmony and balance, clearly projecting his unique voice—effortless, transparent, and truly flawless.

Felix Mendelssohn and Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. Two dimensions of musical beauty—deeply personal and impeccably harmonious.

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