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Mendelssohn, the Nazis and Me

Mendelssohn, the Nazis and Me

How Mendelssohn's conflicted identity led to a fight for survival for his descendants.

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Synopsis

Documentary looking at how Jewish composer Felix Mendelssohn's conflicted identity led to the banning of his music by the Nazis and a fight for survival for his descendents.

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