Mendelssohn's Musical Education

Focusing on Mendelssohn's formative years, this critical edition explores his composition exercises created during his studies with Carl Friedrich Zelter from 1819 to 1821. It provides insights into Mendelssohn's early musical development and showcases the techniques and influences that shaped his future works. The book serves as both a scholarly study and a resource for understanding the foundations of Mendelssohn's compositional style.