Interior of St Peter's church, Tiverton, Devon
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Interior of St Peter's church, Tiverton, Devon
Image: © Derek Voller Taken: 12 Sep 2013
This church is famous (or infamous depending on your point of view) in that upon its organ, seen left of picture, was played for the very first time, the tune that was destined to send shivers up the spine of many a strong man. It was of course ...(intake of breath) "The Wedding March". On June 2nd 1847, at a wedding ceremony here, Felix Mendelssohn's composition ushered the bride and groom out of the church as man and wife. The couple were, I believe, friends of the composer.
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Image Location
Latitude
50.90259
Longitude
-3.493474