Mendelssohn
A Midsummer Night's Dream (Overture)
"A shimmering, magical introduction to Shakespeare's fairy kingdom."
Archival Record & Lore
In a staggering display of prodigy, Mendelssohn composed this brilliant overture in 1826 at the age of 17. The scurrying, whispering violins masterfully evoke the fluttering wings of fairies in an enchanted forest.
Era
Romantic
Medium
Orchestral
Mood
Playful
Ethereal