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Class Description
Explore the extraordinary musical journey of Fanny and Felix Mendelssohn, nineteenth-century German siblings and prolific composers, as we join German historian Anette Isaacs in unraveling their family's rich legacy. Fanny's talents as a pianist and composer faced societal constraints, while Felix's innovative compositions earned him widespread acclaim. Descendants of philosopher Moses Mendelssohn, their family played a pivotal role in both cultural and Jewish heritage, leaving an indelible mark on classical music and intellectual pursuits.
German born and raised Anette Isaacs is a historian and public educator who has presented hundreds of programs on German history all over the United States. She holds master's degrees in American Studies, Political Science, and History and is currently the Director of OLLI at Florida International University.
All virtual classes are recorded and made available on a password-protected basis to participants registered in the class. These recordings are available for up to two weeks after the class ends.
Materials List
No Required Materials
Cost and Registration
1 Session, $60 ($54 for Newberry members, seniors, and students). Learn about becoming a member.
We now offer our classes at three different price options: Regular ($60), Community Supported ($55), and Sponsor ($65). Following the models of other institutions, we want to ensure that our classes are accessible to a wider audience while continuing to support our instructors. You may choose the price that best fits your situation when registering through Learning Stream.
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