The climax of Part 2—and arguably the entire oratorio—occurs on Mount Horeb. Mendelssohn uses the full power of the orchestra to depict a raging wind, an earthquake, and a fire. Yet, the Lord is not in the storm; He is revealed in the that follows, a masterful use of musical contrast that leaves audiences breathless. The Final Whirlwind
Elijah's despair is met with celestial comfort. The a cappella trio and the chorus "He, Watching Over Israel" remain some of the most beloved pieces of choral music ever composed. Mendelssohn_Elijah.part2.rar
However, the peace is short-lived. Queen Jezebel stirs the people against Elijah, forcing him into exile in the wilderness. Here, we witness the human side of the prophet; exhausted and disheartened, he sings the heart-wrenching bass aria a moment of profound weariness inspired by the passions of J.S. Bach. Divine Consolation and the Still, Small Voice The climax of Part 2—and arguably the entire