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Born into a privileged family, Mendelsohn was able to develop
his talents from an early age. He was an immensely successful
musician, always in demand as a conductor, teacher
and performer. As a performer he revived public interest
in Bach, who had been somewhat neglected.
His compositions range from symphonies, orchestral music,
concertos and overtures.
Mendelsohn also composed for the stage. One of his best is
his rendition of Shakespeare's 'A Midsummer Night's Dream'.
Mendelsohn also wrote psalms, cantatas and carols for catholic
and protestant church services.
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