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Felix Mendelssohn’s oratorio about the prophet Elias has remained a favourite of choirs and audiences ever since the composer himself conducted the premiere (in English) at the Birmingham Festival in 1846. The oratorio is the vivid portrayal of Elias, who opens the piece with a curse bringing a drought upon the faithless Israelites. He urges them to renounce the idol worship of the god Baal, promoted by King Ahab, and to return to the Lord. Despair, cruelty, relief and mercy all play their par...

If a Neanderthal walked down the street, appropriately dressed, you probably wouldn’t notice.

Concert for Hope Brussels Choral Society – Brussels Philharmonic Orchestra Saturday, 27 November 2021 at 20.00 Centre for Fine Arts – Brussels – Henry Le Bœuf Hall Programme:  Johannes Brahms, Nänie Felix Mendelssohn, Lobgesang 

Scientists in Israel say fragments of skull, jawbone and teeth found in a quarry likely come from an archaic group closely related to Neanderthals.

As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, many older adults are following the advice of public health experts and remaining at home to limit risk of exposure. Bad weather conditions can also keep people inside for days at a time. But a strong body and mind are as important as ever, and the good ne… More Headlines