Mendelssohn’s “Italian” Symphony
Friday, January 16
Mendelssohn ’ s travels through Italy inspired a burst of creativity; his much-loved "Italian" Symphony vividly evokes his experiences, from the coronation of a pope to rambles through picturesque countryside and the sun-burnished Mediterranean. These concerts are part of the Ellenberg Philadelphia...
Mendelssohn’s “Italian” Symphony
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Mendelssohn’s “Italian” Symphony
Fri, Jan 16
Kimmel Center
Rittenhouse
Mendelssohn ’ s travels through Italy inspired a burst of creativity; his much-loved "Italian" Symphony vividly evokes his experiences, from the coronation of a pope to rambles through picturesque countryside and the sun-burnished Mediterranean. These concerts are part of the Ellenberg Philadelphia Orchestra Soloist Spotlight Series.
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Mendelssohn ’ s travels through Italy inspired a burst of creativity; his much-loved "Italian" Symphony vividly evokes his experiences, from the coronation of a pope to rambles through picturesque countryside and the sun-burnished Mediterranean. These concerts are part of the Ellenberg Philadelphia Orchestra Soloist Spotlight Series.
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