Beethoven’s innovative approach to the string quartet left an indelible mark on composers who followed him, including Mendelssohn and Shostakovich. Mendelssohn’s String Quartet Op. 12, composed when he was just 20 years old, reflects Beethoven’s influence in its structural complexity and emotional depth. Mendelssohn, while crafting his own distinct voice, drew inspiration from Beethoven’s late quartets, particularly in his exploration of lyrical themes and the interplay of instruments.

EPSG:4326

Felix Medelssohn

Events

Upcoming events

20 - 22 Feb, 2026

Lyris Quartet with pianist Robert Thies · South Bay Chamber Music Society

Past events

Oct 24, 2024

Verona Quartet · Town Hall Seattle

About

Felix Medelssohn hasn't added a bio