Mendelssohn Lives in the Heart of England ; a Concert at Symphony Hall On Thursday, Including Mendelssohn's Rarely-Heard Second Symphony, Hymn of Praise, Commmorates the Great German Composer's Relationship with Birmingham. Christopher Morley Looks at Its History

Birmingham Post › February 03, 2004

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A s the railway network continued to expand during the 19th century, Birmingham, at its very centre in the heart of England, acted as a magnet for many of Europe's greatest musicians.

The building of Hansom's magnificent neo-classical Town Hall to house what was then considered the world's greatest organ was a shrewd move. It ensured a prestigious home for the long-established Triennial Festival, one which would attract the finest performers and composers, and lure a huge public to the town.

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Mendelssohn Lives in the Heart of England ; a Concert at Symphony Hall On Thursday, Including Mendelssohn's Rarely-Heard Second Symphony, Hymn of Praise, Commmorates the Great German Composer's Relationship with Birmingham. Christopher Morley Looks at Its History

Felix Mendelssohn was the first catch. Already established as one of Germany's most distinguished composers, a soughtafter conductor, pianist and organist, and an inspiring teacher, he had already made four visits to these shores before the organisin...

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