Download or read book A Portrait of Mendelssohn written by Clive Brown and published by . This book was released on 2014-01-21 with total page 551 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Brown discusses Mendelssohn's family background and education; the role of religion and race in his life and reputation; his experiences as practical musician (pianist, organist, string player, conductor) and as teacher and composer; the critical reception of his works; and the vicissitudes of his posthumous reputation. The book also includes a range of hitherto unpublished sketches made by Mendelssohn."--Jacket.