Quote by: Felix Mendelssohn

Ever since I began to compose, I have remained true to my starting principle: not to write a page because no matter what public, or what pretty girl wanted it to be thus or thus; but to write solely as I myself thought best, and as it gave me pleasure.


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Author Bio


  • NameFelix Mendelssohn
  • DescriptionGerman composer, pianist and organist
  • AliasesFelix Mendelssohn
  • BornFebruary 3, 1809
  • DiedNovember 4, 1847
  • CountryGermany
  • ProfessionComposer; Pianist; Organist; Conductor; Musician; Musicologist; Music Educator
  • WorksSymphony No. 1; Symphony No. 3; Symphony No. 4; Violin Concerto In E Minor
  • AwardsOrder Of Merit For Arts And Science