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The Music of World War II and the Holocaust with "Time's Echo" writer Jeremy Eichler (Part 1)

Sticky Notes: The Classical Music Podcast

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The Impact of Mendelssohn's Elijah on the Jewish Community in Germany

This chapter explores the profound impact of Mendelssohn's Elijah performance during the Third Reich on the Jewish community in Germany, highlighting the fading possibility of a tolerable life. It discusses how this concert became a symbol of hope and dignity for German Jews, evoking powerful emotions in the audience.

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