Why the musical genius of Fanny Hensel is finally being restored to history
In short: This video features an interview with Tim Parker-Langston, who is working to raise the profile of Fanny Hensel’s music. By creating and sharing new performance editions of her songs, he is helping to ensure her compositions are accessible to modern performers and audiences.
Fanny Hensel was a German pianist and composer who lived during the Romantic era. As the eldest sister and confidante of Felix Mendelssohn, she shared his musical upbringing and received instruction from the same teachers. Felix himself acknowledged her significant talent as a pianist.
Despite her abilities, Hensel’s work has historically received less attention than that of her brother. Parker-Langston’s project, Hensel Songs Online, serves as a vital resource for those looking to study and perform her compositions, effectively bridging the gap between historical obscurity and contemporary recognition.
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- Summary by Intellect · source: Restoring the Voice of Fanny Hensel - Women Transforming Classical Music (Free course)
- Also: Fanny Mendelssohn | Romantic era, female composer, piano works | Britannica
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