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""Sketch of the Life and Works of Felix Mendelssohn Bartholdy"" is a biographical account of the life and musical career of the renowned composer, Felix Mendelssohn Bartholdy. Written by Julius Benedict and originally published in 1850, the book provides a detailed overview of Mendelssohn's upbringing, education, and artistic development, as well as his major works and contributions to the musical world.The book begins with a brief introduction to Mendelssohn's family background and childhood, highlighting his early musical talents and the influence of his parents and teachers. It then follows his education and travels throughout Europe, including his time in Paris, London, and Italy, where he was exposed to a wide variety of musical styles and traditions.Throughout the book, Benedict provides insightful commentary on Mendelssohn's major works, including his symphonies, concertos, chamber music, and oratorios. He also discusses Mendelssohn's role as a conductor and his contributions to the development of music education and performance.Overall, ""Sketch of the Life and Works of Felix Mendelssohn Bartholdy"" is a comprehensive and engaging biography that provides a fascinating glimpse into the life and legacy of one of the greatest musical minds of the 19th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.