Podcast appearances and mentions of jean baptiste lully

In July 1830, Paris erupted. For three days, workers, students, and veterans rose against royal ordinances that trampled the Charter of 1814. Barricades filled the streets, the tricolour flag flew once more, and the Bourbon monarchy collapsed. King Charles X fled, and Louis-Philippe—styled the “Citizen King”—took the throne. This revolution wasn't just a power shift; it was a powerful reminder that France's revolutionary spirit was far from extinguished. From backroom politics to street battles, the July Revolution marked a turning point in modern French history.Join us to revisit this pivotal moment.TimecodesIntroduction04:06 - A Broken Country11:19 - A Step Too Far19:52 - The Barricades25:38 - King of the French35:50 - ConclusionTo know more about the world behind the 1830 Revolution — the politics, the kings, the chaos — check out The Siècle‬, a phenomenal podcast on 19th-century France. Available on your podcast app of choice or at: https://thesiecle.com/Relevant Episodes:The French Revolution, a Worldwide TremorNapoléon Part II - From Paris to Saint HelenaMusic: Marche pour la cérémonie des Turcs, composed by Jean-Baptiste Lully, arranged and performed by Jérôme Arfouche.Artwork: La Liberté guidant le peuple. Eugène Delacroix, 1830. Musée du Louvre, Paris.Support the showReach out, support the show and give me feedback! Contact me or follow the podcast on social media Leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or on Spotify Become a patron on Patreon to support the show Buy me a Coffee

A l'angle de deux rues en plein cœur de Bruxelles, une petite statue qui surplombe un bassin urine depuis plusieurs siècles. Manneken-Pis, le symbole de Bruxelles nous revient dans son histoire foisonnante grâce à un livre collectif dirigé par Manuel Couvreur. Le Manneken-Pis est né au 16 °siècle et présente son visage et son corps de petit Hercule dodu actuel depuis 1616. Il est sculpté par Jérôme Duquesnoy et a rendu bien des services aux Bruxellois puisque c'est avant tout un fontaine, indispensable à un quartier de la ville pour son adduction en eau. Figure goguenarde, ironique et contestataire, la petite statue est habillée et a sa propre garde-robe de plus de 1000 costumes. Volée, perdue, refaite, habillée et déshabillée, elle peut distribuer l'eau comme le vin ou la bière. Manuel Couvreur , professeur émérite à l'ULB, membre de l'Académie Royale de Belgique, est avec nous ; il est spécialiste des arts en France aux Temps modernes, Il a publié un ouvrage sur Jean-Baptiste Lully, ainsi que de nombreux articles et ouvrages collectifs sur les relations entre musique et littérature. Il est passionné aussi par les écrits du Prince de Ligne et il vient de diriger un ouvrage collectif sur le Manneken Pis, « Manneken-pis . La vie d'une fontaine » publié par le Musée de la ville de Buxelles. Avec également la participation de la responsable de la garde-robe du Manneken Pis: Katerina Papadopoulos et de l'habilleur personnel de la statue : Nicolas Edelman. Manneken-Pis , la vie d'une fontaine, une réalisation de Pascale Tison et Mathilde Brussow. Pour plus d'infos et d'images: https://shs.cairn.info/revue-studia-bruxellae-2024-1?lang=fr Photo Getty Images Merci pour votre écoute Par Ouïe-Dire c'est également en direct tous les jours de la semaine de 22h à 23h sur www.rtbf.be/lapremiere Retrouvez tous les épisodes de Par Ouïe-Dire sur notre plateforme Auvio.be : https://auvio.rtbf.be/emission/272 Et si vous avez apprécié ce podcast, n'hésitez pas à nous donner des étoiles ou des commentaires, cela nous aide à le faire connaître plus largement. Distribué par Audiomeans. Visitez audiomeans.fr/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

Dans un beau et passionnant livre intitulé, « Les musiciens et le pouvoir en France », (Gallimard), Maryvonne de Saint-Pulgent nous raconte ces liens, de Lully à Boulez. « Le rapport de Lully et Boulez au pouvoir et ses conséquences sur notre paysage musical ne sont pas des singularités, mais le fruit d'une exception française, due à la préférence nationale pour le mécénat d'État et les régimes politiques à exécutif fort », écrit l'auteure. Elle en parle avec passion dans IDÉES ce dimanche. Ancienne directrice de patrimoine au ministère de la Culture entre 1993 et 1997, professeure associée de musicologie à Paris IV, Maryvonne de Saint-Pulgent commence son histoire au temps de Louis XIV, par la place occupée par Lully « à qui la surintendance de la musique du roi avait permis d'exercer une forme de « dictature musicale » déplorée par Colbert ».L'auteure parcourt les siècles et note, avec de nombreux exemples, que ce soutien du pouvoir dépassait le mécénat classique qui se pratiquait « habituellement dans les cours européennes prédémocratiques ». Avec elle, nous avançons dans le temps ; la Révolution qui avait aussi ses musiciens et les régimes suivants, y compris la République qui « instrumentalisent l'art au service de leur propagande et favorisent une esthétique officielle ».Puis l'influence étatique passe du pouvoir aux Académies et naît la politique culturelle. Premiers jalons, ceux posés par Léon Blum, lors du Front populaire, « qui nourrit celle que mène ensuite un compagnon de route, l'écrivain André Malraux, lorsqu'il crée en 1959 le ministère des Affaires culturelles voulu par le général de Gaulle », écrit Maryvonne de Saint-Pulgent.Dernière étape, la seconde partie du XXè siècle et l'omnipotence de Pierre Boulez (dont on célèbre le centenaire en 2025) à qui plusieurs présidents de la République n'ont rien refusé.« Les musiciens et le pouvoir en France, de Lully à Boulez », Bibliothèque illustrée des histoires, Gallimard. Programmation musicale : Jean-Baptiste Lully (1632-1687) – « Atys – Ouverture », interprétée par l'ensemble musical Les Arts Florissants (direction : William Christie) « Ah ! Ça ira », interprété par Matthieu Lussier/ Les Jacobins Marie-Joseph Chénier (paroles) / Étienne-Nicolas Méhul (musique) – « Le chant du départ », interprété par l'orchestre de la Garde républicaine et le chœur de l'Armée française Hector Berlioz (1803-1869) – « La symphonie fantastique – Un bal », interprété par l'orchestre national de Lille (direction : Jean-Claude Casadesus) Gabriel Fauré (1845-1924) – « Requiem – Libera me », interprété par Simon Estes, l'orchestre de la Staatskapelle de Dresde et le Rundfunkchor de Leipzig (direction : Colin Davis) Pierre Boulez (1925-2016) – « Le marteau sans maître – Bel édifice et les pressentiments », interprété par l'ensemble InterContemporain (direction : Pierre Boulez) Maurice Ravel (1875-1937) – « Valses nobles et sentimentales – Assez animé », interprété par Ivo Pogorelich (piano).

This episode we talk about the zenith and slow decline of the sun king. ⚜️   Visit our Wordpress for episode images, score summaries, contact details and more!   Contact us by Email, or follow us on Instagram, our Facebook Group or BlueSky.   Make sure you leave us a review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you listen.   You can also support the show on Patreon! Join the official Angry Mob and get access to our bonus content: movie reviews, deep dives, bonus biographies and our exclusive spinoff series rating the Royal Mistresses.   ⚜️   BattleRoyale's intro music is "Dansez" by Fasion. Thank you to them for making this track free to use and listen! Go check out more of their stuff here. Our outro music this episode is the "Sarabande for the King's Bedtime" by Jean-Baptiste Lully, performed by Ernst Stolz and the Violes de Gambe. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dans un beau et passionnant livre intitulé, « Les musiciens et le pouvoir en France », (Gallimard), Maryvonne de Saint-Pulgent nous raconte ces liens, de Lully à Boulez. « Le rapport de Lully et Boulez au pouvoir et ses conséquences sur notre paysage musical ne sont pas des singularités, mais le fruit d'une exception française, due à la préférence nationale pour le mécénat d'État et les régimes politiques à exécutif fort », écrit l'auteure. Elle en parle avec passion dans IDÉES ce dimanche. Ancienne directrice de patrimoine au ministère de la Culture entre 1993 et 1997, professeure associée de musicologie à Paris IV, Maryvonne de Saint-Pulgent commence son histoire au temps de Louis XIV, par la place occupée par Lully « à qui la surintendance de la musique du roi avait permis d'exercer une forme de « dictature musicale » déplorée par Colbert ».L'auteure parcourt les siècles et note, avec de nombreux exemples, que ce soutien du pouvoir dépassait le mécénat classique qui se pratiquait « habituellement dans les cours européennes prédémocratiques ». Avec elle, nous avançons dans le temps ; la Révolution qui avait aussi ses musiciens et les régimes suivants, y compris la République qui « instrumentalisent l'art au service de leur propagande et favorisent une esthétique officielle ».Puis l'influence étatique passe du pouvoir aux Académies et naît la politique culturelle. Premiers jalons, ceux posés par Léon Blum, lors du Front populaire, « qui nourrit celle que mène ensuite un compagnon de route, l'écrivain André Malraux, lorsqu'il crée en 1959 le ministère des Affaires culturelles voulu par le général de Gaulle », écrit Maryvonne de Saint-Pulgent.Dernière étape, la seconde partie du XXè siècle et l'omnipotence de Pierre Boulez (dont on célèbre le centenaire en 2025) à qui plusieurs présidents de la République n'ont rien refusé.« Les musiciens et le pouvoir en France, de Lully à Boulez », Bibliothèque illustrée des histoires, Gallimard. Programmation musicale : Jean-Baptiste Lully (1632-1687) – « Atys – Ouverture », interprétée par l'ensemble musical Les Arts Florissants (direction : William Christie) « Ah ! Ça ira », interprété par Matthieu Lussier/ Les Jacobins Marie-Joseph Chénier (paroles) / Étienne-Nicolas Méhul (musique) – « Le chant du départ », interprété par l'orchestre de la Garde républicaine et le chœur de l'Armée française Hector Berlioz (1803-1869) – « La symphonie fantastique – Un bal », interprété par l'orchestre national de Lille (direction : Jean-Claude Casadesus) Gabriel Fauré (1845-1924) – « Requiem – Libera me », interprété par Simon Estes, l'orchestre de la Staatskapelle de Dresde et le Rundfunkchor de Leipzig (direction : Colin Davis) Pierre Boulez (1925-2016) – « Le marteau sans maître – Bel édifice et les pressentiments », interprété par l'ensemble InterContemporain (direction : Pierre Boulez) Maurice Ravel (1875-1937) – « Valses nobles et sentimentales – Assez animé », interprété par Ivo Pogorelich (piano).

In deze aflevering van Kalm met Klassiek wanen we ons in de majesteuze zalen van het Paleis van Versailles, een kleine vierhonderd jaar terug in de tijd. Het waren de gloriedagen van het Franse hof, met aan het hoofd koning Lodewijk XIV, de Zonnekoning. Het waren óók de gloriedagen van hofcomponist Jean-Baptiste Lully. In opdracht van Lodewijk XIV schreef hij vele opera's en balletten, en vandaag hoor je muziek uit één van zijn theaterstukken, getiteld 'La grotte de Versailles'. Maak bij deze muziek je eigen voorstelling... Wil je meer Kalm met Klassiek? Ga naar npoklassiek.nl/kalmmetklassiek (https://www.npoklassiek.nl/thema/kalm-met-klassiek). Alle muziek uit de podcast vind je terug in de bijbehorende speellijst (https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6YgSfm1Sux7CroiJvzeUdx?si=be36463468d84e37). En klik hier (https://www.npoklassiek.nl/podcasts/klassieke-mysteries/53254/9-koningsdag-mysterie-wie-schreef-het-wilhelmus-s04) om te luisteren naar het Koningsdag-Mysterie. 

The Sun King is risen. This episode, we chronicle the first half of Louis XIV's life, from his birth in 1638 to 1683; from his earliest years of civil war and turbulence to the apex of his power. ⚜️ Visit our Wordpress for episode images, score summaries, contact details and more! Make sure you leave us a review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you listen. Contact us by Email, or follow us on Instagram, our Facebook Group or BlueSky. You can also support the show on Patreon! Join the official Angry Mob and get access to our bonus content: movie reviews, deep dives, bonus biographies and our exclusive spinoff series rating the Royal Mistresses. ⚜️ Battle Royale's intro music is "Dansez" by Fasion. Thank you to them for making this track free to use and listen! Go check out more of their stuff here. Our outro music for this episode is a fanfare composed by Jean-Baptiste Lully, the premier composer of Louis XIV's court. Listen to the full recording on YouTube. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Maryvonne de Saint-Pulgent explore comment des compositeurs comme Jean-Baptiste Lully et Pierre Boulez ont tissé des liens avec le pouvoir, devenant des 'musiciens de pouvoir'. Elle montre comment la musique a servi de propagande et de légitimation du pouvoir, sous la monarchie et la République. Maryvonne de Saint-Pulgent aborde aussi Pierre Boulez, qui a obtenu le soutien de plusieurs présidents pour créer l'IRCAM. Les auditeurs découvriront comment ces compositeurs ont utilisé leur proximité avec le pouvoir pour asseoir leur influence.Notre équipe a utilisé un outil d'Intelligence artificielle via les technologies d'Audiomeans© pour accompagner la création de ce contenu écrit.Distribué par Audiomeans. Visitez audiomeans.fr/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

If you weren't sleeping through your chemistry classes in high school, you probably heard the phrase "Nothing is lost, nothing is created, everything is transformed." This is basically what we know as the law of conservation of mass. It was coined by Antoine Lavoisier, the man considered the father of modern chemistry and one of history's most influential scientists.However, he will end his days under the blade of the guillotine in 1794. How can this be? Join us as we delve into the remarkable but tragic life of Lavoisier, a savant at the scaffold!TimecodesIntroduction06:36 - Young, Rich and Brillant13:25 - Understanding Nature20:39 - The French Revolution25:37 - The Blade Falls31:17 - ConclusionRelevant Episode:The French Revolution, a Worldwide TremorMusic: Marche pour la cérémonie des Turcs, composed by Jean-Baptiste Lully, arranged and performed by Jérôme Arfouche.Artwork: Portrait d'Antoine Lavoisier et de sa femme, Jacques-Louis David, 1788. Metropolitan Museum of Art, New YorkSupport the showReach out, support the show and give me feedback! Contact me or follow the podcast on social media Leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or on Spotify Become a patron on Patreon to support the show Buy me a Coffee

Un livre, Un lecteur, émission présentée par Florence Berthout. Elle reçoit Maryvonne de Saint Pulgent, qui présentera son livre "Les musiciens et le pouvoir en France - De Lully à Boulez"  aux éditions Gallimard. À propos du livre : « Les musiciens et le pouvoir en France - De Lully à Boulez » paru aux éditions Gallimard Partant de l'extraordinaire carrière offificielle de Pierre Boulez et de ses relations privilégiées avec les chefs d'État français, l'auteur s'interroge sur l'exceptionnalité de ce cas dans l'histoire musicale occidentale, hormis le précédent de Jean-Baptiste Lully, surintendant de la musique de Louis XIV et créateur de l'opéra français. Il montre que le rapport de Lully et Boulez au pouvoir et ses conséquences sur notre paysage musical ne sont pas des singularités, mais le fruit d'une exception française, due à la préférence nationale pour le mécénat d'État et les régimes politiques à exécutif fort, ainsi qu'à l'importance de la musique dans notre société, dont témoignent tant notre littérature qu'une très riche iconographie dessinée, gravée, peinte ou sculptée. Née sous la monarchie absolue, cette exception qui concerne aussi Rameau, Berlioz, Fauré et le groupe des Six perdure sous la Révolution, sous les monarchies du XIXᵉ siècle et au XXᵉ siècle, avec des éclipses pendant les régimes parlementaires, le relais étant alors pris par d'autres lieux de pouvoir, académies et salons parisiens notamment. Cette parenthèse de quatre siècles paraît refermée aujourd'hui, la musique savante ayant cessé d'intéresser les dirigeants politiques alors que disparaissait Pierre Boulez, dont on célèbre le centenaire en 2025. Le livre raconte, en dix moments de notre histoire et vingt et un compositeurs, les péripéties de cette relation particulière entre un art très politique et un pouvoir se voulant apollonien. Maryvonne de Saint Pulgent a été directeur du patrimoine au ministère de la Culture entre 1993 et 1997 et professeur associé de musicologie à Paris-IV. Elle a notamment publié aux Editions Gallimard Le gouvernement de la culture (1999), L'opéra-comique : Le gavroche de la musique (2010) et La Gloire de Notre-Dame : La foi et le pouvoir (2023).

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Vous aimez Stéphane Bern ? Vous allez adorer l'historienne Virginie Girod ! Aujourd'hui, en sa compagnie, découvrez l'histoire de Jean-Baptiste Lully, le musicien de Louis XIV.

The story of the Résistance is the story of ordinary men and women rising to the occasion. Risking everything to fight oppression, to defend their homes, their country, their way of life. Being a résistant could mean many things. You could be part of a network, you could just run errands or messages, you could spy on the Germans or just not answer their questions properly. The Résistance took many, many forms, just like the collaboration.Join us as we explore this troubled, violent and fascinating period of French history!TimecodesIntroduction05:29 - Rising from the Ashes13:47 - Deciding to Fight20:31 - Unifying the Movements26:56 - Liberating France37:07 - ConclusionRelevant Episodes:The Fall of France of 1940, German Victory or French Defeat?Charles de Gaulle, Tales of GrandeurMusic: Marche pour la cérémonie des Turcs, composed by Jean-Baptiste Lully, arranged and performed by Jérôme Arfouche.Photograph: The Résistance fighter Simone Segouin, aka "Nicole Minet", on August 23rd 1944.Support the showReach out, support the show and give me feedback! Contact me or follow the podcast on social media Leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or on Spotify Become a patron on Patreon to support the show Buy me a Coffee

Jean-Baptiste Lully gilt als einer der einflussreichsten Komponisten der französischen Musikgeschichte. Doch dieses Talent besiegelte am 8. Januar 1687 seinen eigenen skurillen Tod, als er sich seinen Taktstock in den Fuss rammte.

Virginie Girod raconte l'ascension de Jean-Baptiste Lully (1632-1687), compositeur italien devenu maître des fêtes de la Cour à Versailles, dans un double récit inédit d'Au cœur de l'Histoire. Né à Florence, en Italie, Giovanni Battista Lully arrive en France en 1645, alors qu'il entre au service de la Grande Mademoiselle, cousine du roi Louis XIV. Remarqué par ce dernier, il mène une carrière florissante à la Cour de Versailles, jusqu'à se voir confier le poste clé de surintendant de la musique.

Virginie Girod raconte l'ascension d'une figure du Grand Sièce, le compositeur Jean-Baptiste Lully (1632-1687), dans le deuxième épisode d'un double récit inédit d'Au coeur de l'Histoire. Compositeur apprécié du Roi-Soleil, Lully collabore avec Molière afin d'œuvrer à la création de comédies-ballets. Le succès de l'illustre duo culmine en 1664, lors de la fête des Plaisirs de l'Ile Enchantée, à Versailles. Mais en 1687, une blessure fatale stoppe l'ascension du maître des fêtes de la Cour.

Après le réveillon, la fête continue ! La semaine prochaine, dans un récit inédit en deux épisodes d'Au cœur de l'Histoire, Virginie Girod vous emmène à Versailles, à la rencontre du maître des fêtes de la Cour, le compositeur Jean-Baptiste Lully (1632-1687).

In this final podcast of the year we review the whole of 2024 - including my album of the year; crocodile Dundee;  Twitter- X;  AI - John Lennox;  Bitcoin; the rise in anti-semitism; Syria; The Cass Report and the decline of transgenderism; Donald Trump; Country of the Year -  Ukraine; the failure of Net Zero; Lonely this Christmas; The fall of the Archbishop of Canterbury and the Kings Speech with music from The Cure, Status Quo, Bryan Ferry, Runrig, The Who, Jean-Baptiste Lully, Jethro Tull and Bob Dylan.... 

This is part II of our episode swap on The Raft of the Medusa from the great podcast Shipwrecks and Sea Dogs by Rich Napolitano. Enjoy this bonus episode and check out Rich's podcast, it's fantastic!The French frigate Medusa shipwreck is one of the most infamous maritime disasters in history, occurring in 1816 off the coast of present-day Mauritania. The ship, intended to transport French officials to Senegal, ran aground on the Arguin Bank due to the incompetence of its captain, Viscount Hugues de Chaumareys and an arrogant passenger Antoine Richefort, who convinced Chaumareys he was a skilled, experienced navigator. The evacuation of the vessel was chaotic and poorly managed, resulting in the abandonment of over 147 passengers on a crude, makeshift raft. The survivors endured a harrowing ordeal of starvation, dehydration, and cannibalism during their 13-day drift before rescue, with only 15 out of the 147 surviving. The aftermath of the Medusa shipwreck sparked public outrage in France, leading to a sensational trial and widespread condemnation of the ship's officers and government officials involved. Théodore Géricault, a French artist, famously depicted the tragedy in his painting “The Raft of the Medusa,” capturing the despair and horror experienced by the survivors. The disaster highlighted systemic issues within the French naval administration, including nepotism and incompetence, prompting reforms in naval recruitment and training practices.Links:The Raft of the Medusa page, on Shipwrecks and Sea Dogs: https://shipwrecksandseadogs.com/blog/2024/03/11/the-raft-of-the-medusa/Music: Marche pour la cérémonie des Turcs, composed by Jean-Baptiste Lully, arranged and performed by Jérôme Arfouche.Artwork: Le Radeau de la Méduse by Théodore Géricault, 1818-1819Support the showReach out, support the show and give me feedback! Contact me or follow the podcast on social media Leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or on Spotify Become a patron on Patreon to support the show Buy me a Coffee

In this very special episode, we interview Thérèse Casadesus Rawson, daughter of the renowned French pianists Robert and Gaby Casadesus. The occasion is the publication of Gaby Casadesus' book My Musical Notes: A Journey in Classical Piano between the World Wars and Beyond, now available in English. We discuss the book, as well as Thérèse's parents' careers, lives, and enduring legacy.Together, we travel around the globe, delve into the lives of some of the most celebrated musicians of the twentieth century, and even touch on encounters with other famous figures, including Albert Einstein. Join us for a musical journey unlike any other.TimecodesIntroduction02:45 - Pianists Careers and Love07:18 - The 1920's & 30s16:57 - Einstein, the War & the USA30:59 - Post War Life in France and the USA38:22 - The Tragedies of 197245:32 - The Couple's Legacy50:10 - ConclusionLinks:Get the book My Musical Notes: A Journey in Classical Piano between the World Wars and Beyond My Musical Notes by Gaby Casadesus. Available at Barnes & Nobles, Indigo and Amazon (unaffiliated links).The Casadesus Family's Website: https://casadesus.comThe Fontainebleau Schools for Music and Fine Arts: https://fontainebleauschools.orgRobert Casadesus' page on Apple Music Classical: https://classical.music.apple.com/ca/artist/robert-casadesus-1899?l=fr-CAGaby Casadesus' page on Apple Music Classical: https://classical.music.apple.com/ca/artist/gaby-casadesus-1901?l=fr-CACasadesus: First Family Of The Piano (DVD): https://www.vaimusic.com/product/4276.htmlRobert Casadesus Website: https://www.robertcasadesus.com/en/long-biography/Danses Méditerranéennes and Dolly: https://music.apple.com/ca/album/casadesus-3-danses-m%C3%A9diterran%C3%A9ennes-chabrier-3-valses/1452594800Music: Marche pour la cérémonie des Turcs, composed by Jean-Baptiste Lully, arranged and performed by Jérôme Arfouche.Artwork: Robert and Gaby Casadesus, photo by Axel Chambily-CasadesusSupport the showReach out, support the show and give me feedback! Contact me or follow the podcast on social media Leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or on Spotify Become a patron on Patreon to support the show Buy me a Coffee

We have something special for today, an episode swap! Coming straight from the great podcast Shipwrecks and Sea Dogs by Rich Napolitano, I give you the story of the Radeau de la Méduse, The Raft of the Medusa. The French frigate Medusa shipwreck is one of the most infamous maritime disasters in history, occurring in 1816 off the coast of present-day Mauritania. The ship, intended to transport French officials to Senegal, ran aground on the Arguin Bank due to the incompetence of its captain, Viscount Hugues de Chaumareys and an arrogant passenger Antoine Richefort, who convinced Chaumareys he was a skilled, experienced navigator. The evacuation of the vessel was chaotic and poorly managed, resulting in the abandonment of over 147 passengers on a crude, makeshift raft. The survivors endured a harrowing ordeal of starvation, dehydration, and cannibalism during their 13-day drift before rescue, with only 15 out of the 147 surviving. The aftermath of the Medusa shipwreck sparked public outrage in France, leading to a sensational trial and widespread condemnation of the ship's officers and government officials involved. Théodore Géricault, a French artist, famously depicted the tragedy in his painting “The Raft of the Medusa,” capturing the despair and horror experienced by the survivors. The disaster highlighted systemic issues within the French naval administration, including nepotism and incompetence, prompting reforms in naval recruitment and training practices.Links:The Raft of the Medusa page, on Shipwrecks and Sea Dogs: https://shipwrecksandseadogs.com/blog/2024/03/11/the-raft-of-the-medusa/Music: Marche pour la cérémonie des Turcs, composed by Jean-Baptiste Lully, arranged and performed by Jérôme Arfouche.Artwork: Le Radeau de la Méduse by Théodore Géricault, 1818-1819Support the showReach out, support the show and give me feedback! Contact me or follow the podcast on social media Leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or on Spotify Become a patron on Patreon to support the show Buy me a Coffee

Charles MacKay, PhD, former university history professor at Morehead State University and West Virginia University joins us to discuss Queen Marie-Antoinette and her family, especially her son, the ill-fated Louis XVII.These members of the French royal family suffered terribly during the French Revolution, eventually losing their lives to the guillotine or to mistreatment. Join us for a riveting discussion on this Cursed Family.TimecodesIntroduction03:56 - The Austrian Bride07:55 - Marie-Antoinette, Queen of France19:29 - The Affair of the Diamond Necklace34:18 - The Royal Couple's Family Life39:39 - The French Revolution45:52 - The Flight to Varennes and the Queen's Trial56:02 - Louis XVII, an 8-year-old in solitary confinement01:02:52 - The Legacies of Marie-Antoinette & Louis XVII01:10:23 - ConclusionLinks:Charles's BlueSky profile: https://bsky.app/profile/bubblesvampire.bsky.socialCharles's X profile: https://x.com/BubblesVampireMusic: Marche pour la cérémonie des Turcs, composed by Jean-Baptiste Lully, arranged and performed by Jérôme Arfouche.Artwork: Marie-Antoinette et ses enfants, by Élisabeth Vigée-Lebrun, 1787.Support the showReach out, support the show and give me feedback! Contact me or follow the podcast on social media Leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or on Spotify Become a patron on Patreon to support the show Buy me a Coffee

We will traverse the peaks and valleys of five republics, each reflecting France's evolving spirit and struggles. From revolutionary fervour to imperial ambition, from the trials of war to the triumphs of modern democracy, each republic has contributed to the rich mosaic of France as we know it today.Join us as we unravel the dramatic narrative of the Five French Republics, where every chapter is a tale of resilience and reinvention. Prepare to be captivated by a story as rich and complex as France itself.TimecodesIntroduction05:15 - Establishment of the First Republic17:38 - The Directorate and the Consulate25:05 - The short-lived Second Republic34:47 - The Third Republic - Out of the Ashes, into the Fire45:11 - The Belle Époque and the World Wars51:12 - The Fourth Republic - Colonial Crisis58:45 - The Fifth Republic - Presidential authority01:04:19 - ConclusionRelevant Episodes:First Republic: The French Revolution, a Worldwide Tremor & Napoléon Part I - From Corsica to ParisSecond & Third Republics: The Franco-Prussian War of 1870, rehearsal for the World Wars, French Indochina, from Imperial Jewel to Hell on Earth, The Dreyfus Affair. France's Shame, The First World War. The French ExperienceFourth & Fifth Republics: The Fall of France of 1940, German Victory or French Defeat?, Charles de Gaulle, Tales of GrandeurMusic: Marche pour la cérémonie des Turcs, composed by Jean-Baptiste Lully, arranged and performed by Jérôme Arfouche.Artwork: La République triomphante préside à la grande fête nationale du 14 juillet 1880, 1880 (Archives nationales, Paris).Support the showReach out, support the show and give me feedback! Contact me or follow the podcast on social media Leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or on Spotify Become a patron on Patreon to support the show Buy me a Coffee

As part of Radio 3's programming around LGBTQ+ Pride, Hannah French is joined by musicologists Berta Joncus and Lola Salem to explore the life and career of Jean-Baptiste Lully, who shot to fame at the court of King Louis XIV. Lully was an Italian violinist, guitarist and dancer, who caught the eye of the young King when they danced together in a ballet in 1653. Before long, he became an indispensable part of the Paris and Versailles music scenes, entertaining the royal family for the next thirty years and earning a very good salary from doing so. Lully was bisexual, and for many years his relationships with both men and women were never questioned – there was an implicit acceptance to same-sex desires among the upper echelons of 17th Century Parisian society. But in 1683, Queen Marie-Thérèse died, and the king's secret marriage to Madame de Maintenon changed everything. Devotion came to the fore at court, the king's enthusiasm for opera dissipated, he became increasingly annoyed by what he now considered Lully's dissolute lifestyle, and everything began to unravel…

Der Komponist Georg Muffat (1653-1704) war ein Mensch, dem das Überwinden von Grenzen ein zentrales Anliegen war. Geboren wurde er in der französischen Haute-Savoie, er erlernte die Kunst der Musik bei Jean-Baptiste Lully in Paris, aber auch bei Arcangelo Corelli in Rom.  Georg Muffat wusste, was Ländergrenzen sind (er lebte in einer von Kriegen geplagten Zeit und floh wegen einem Krieg in seinen jüngeren Jahren auch aus dem Elsass), er verbrachte zudem viele Jahre seines Lebens in Prag, Salzburg und Passau.. Und Muffat wusste, dass Ländergrenzen auch stilistische Grenzen in der Musik bedeuten. Als einer der wenigen seiner Zeit kannte er die Musik Frankreichs, Italiens und Deutschlands und brachte deren Elemente in seinen Werken zusammen, exemplarisch in der Sammlung «Armonico tributo», die aus fünf Sonaten besteht und 1682 in Salzburg gedruckt wurde. Dass auch ein Komponist eine aussermusikalische Aufgabe wahrnehmen kann, formulierte Muffat selbst so: «Mein Beruf ist weit entfernt vom Lärm der Waffen und der Staatsraison, die zu denselben ruft. Ich verstehe etwas von Noten, Akkorden und Klängen. Ich übe mich darin, eine liebliche Symphonie zu ersinnen: Wenn ich französische Weisen mit denen der Deutschen und Italiener vermische, so geschieht dies nicht, um einen Krieg heraufzubeschwören; vielmehr suche ich damit, der Eintracht all dieser Völker den Weg zu bereiten, dem köstlichen Frieden.» Die 2. Sonate aus der Sammlung in der Tonart g-Moll steht im Zentrum dieser Sendung; Norbert Graf diskutiert über Aufnahmen dieses Stücks zusammen mit der Barockgeigerin Eva Saladin und dem Blockflötisten Michael Form. Erstausstrahlung: 17.04.2023

To commemorate the 200th anniversary of La Fayette's grand tour of the USA in 1824, we have a special episode featuring guest Elizabeth Reese. Elizabeth is a public historian whose work focuses on the American Revolution and the Early Republic.She recently published a book on the famed Marquis' visit to America: "Marquis de Lafayette Returns - A Tour of America's National Capital Region". Join us as we discuss the circumstances, unfolding, and consequences of this great endeavour.TimecodesIntroduction04:23 - Brief overview of La Fayette and why President Monroe Invited Him15:26 - The Scale of the Tour21:35 - La Fayette Visits DC28:33 - Important Events during the Tour37:17 - The Legacy of the Tour46:23 - ConclusionRelevant Links:Elizabeth's Website: https://www.elizabethmreese.com/Her book "Marquis de Lafayette Returns - A Tour of America's National Capital Region": https://www.arcadiapublishing.com/products/9781467155878/Elizabeth's BlueSky profile: https://bsky.app/profile/elizamreese.bsky.socialElizabeth's Instagram profile: https://www.instagram.com/elizamreese/Elizabeth's X profile: https://x.com/elizamreeseLafayette 200's Website (by American Friends of Lafayette): https://lafayette200.org/Music: Marche pour la cérémonie des Turcs, composed by Jean-Baptiste Lully, arranged and performed by Jérôme Arfouche.Artwork: La Fayette in 1825, portrait by Matthew Harris JouettSupport the Show.Reach out, support the show and give me feedback! Contact me or follow the podcast on social media Leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or on Spotify Become a patron on Patreon to support the show Buy me a Coffee Get beautiful “La Fayette, We are Here!” merchandise from TeePublic

Jules Verne is one of the most influential authors who ever lived, from every country and genre. He is the most translated author in the world after Agatha Christie and is by far the most translated French author. Verne's vision, stories and characters still resonate with us today, whether as part of new fictional storylines, or as cultural beacons and references.Verne didn't just write stories; he opened portals to new worlds and inspired generations to dream bigger and reach farther. Join us as we delve into the life and legacy of Jules Verne, the father of science fiction and a true visionary of his time.TimecodesIntroduction04:42 - Growing up in Nantes11:06 - Young Parisian Playwright19:05 - Success, at last31:36 - Darker Times41:47 - ConclusionLinks to relevant episodes:On the 1870-71 Franco-Prussian War: https://www.lafayettepodcast.com/1969630/10702428-the-franco-prussian-war-of-1870-rehearsal-for-the-world-warsOn late 19th century colonization: https://www.lafayettepodcast.com/1969630/12999723-french-indochina-from-imperial-jewel-to-hell-on-earthOn the Dreyfus Affair: https://www.lafayettepodcast.com/1969630/14076356-the-dreyfus-affair-france-s-shameMusic: Marche pour la cérémonie des Turcs, composed by Jean-Baptiste Lully, arranged and performed by Jérôme Arfouche.Artwork: Jules Verne in 1892, photograph by Charles HerbertSupport the Show.Reach out, support the show and give me feedback! Contact me or follow the podcast on social media Leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or on Spotify Become a patron on Patreon to support the show Buy me a Coffee Get beautiful “La Fayette, We are Here!” merchandise from TeePublic

Fue el propio “Rey Sol” quien motivó la codificación de los pasos de esta danza, para una ceremonia en que demostró su grandeza pese a ser un adolescente, y donde tuvo la ayuda de los mismísimos Jean-Baptiste Lully y Molière. En este episodio, Andrés Kalawski y Paula Molina hacen gala de sus mejores movimientos para contarnos una historia donde el espectáculo es una forma de hacer política.

durée : 00:25:03 - Jean-Baptiste Lully, Armide - par : Anne-Charlotte Rémond - Il y a 350, sous Louis XIV, naissait l'Académie Royale de Musique; Musicopolis célèbre l'évènement et vous invite à suivre pas à pas la genèse d' ''Armide'' de Jean-Baptiste Lully, créé au Théâtre du Palais-Royal le 15 février 1686 ! - réalisé par : Claire Lagarde

On one side, the Catholic majority, unwavering in their devotion to Rome. On the other, the Huguenots, French Protestants inspired by the teachings of Jean Calvin.  Caught in the crossfire of this religious divide was the monarchy, struggling to maintain order amidst growing tension. But their efforts often only fuelled the flames of conflict.And so, in 1562, the first shots were fired in what would become known as the French Wars of Religion. Over the next three decades, France would be engulfed in a series of bloody clashes between Catholics and Protestants, tearing the nation apart.Join us as we unravel the intricate tapestry of alliances, betrayals, and power struggles that defined this turbulent period. From the grand halls of royal palaces to the blood-soaked fields of battle, we'll bring to life the key events and personalities that shaped the destiny of France.Timecodes:Introduction05:15 - From Strength to Chaos17:34 - Instability and Crisis27:24 - War, War, War!33:53 - The Saint-Barthélemy Massacre41:05 - The Eighth and Final War47:55 - Henri IV - "Paris is well worth a Mass"52:06 - ConclusionMusic: Marche pour la cérémonie des Turcs, composed by Jean-Baptiste Lully, arranged and performed by Jérôme Arfouche.Artwork: "St. Bartholomew's Day massacre' by François Dubois (1572)Support the Show.Reach out, support the show and give me feedback! Contact me or follow the podcast on social media Leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or on Spotify Become a patron on Patreon to support the show Buy me a Coffee Get beautiful “La Fayette, We are Here!” merchandise from TeePublic

Er tanzte neben dem Sonnenkönig und das hat sein Leben verändert: Jean-Baptiste Lully. Durch die gemeinsame Begeisterung für das Ballett steigt Lully in der Gunst Ludwigs XIV immer höher und wird schließlich Frankreichs erster und einflussreichster Komponist. Uner ZOOM über die weniger bekannten, unschönen Methoden eines Aufsteigers.

For transcriptions and more detailed shownotes, please go to: https://swordschool.com/podcast/historical-dancing-historical-fencing-and-a-bear-with-sarina-wagner/  To support the show, come join the Patrons at  https://www.patreon.com/theswordguy Sarina Wagner is a musical actress and dancer who trained at the University of Music and Arts of the City of Vienna, which is probably the best place in the world to do that. She is a historical fencer focusing on Capoferro and Fabris, as well as Spanish destreza. She is currently a member of the Academia da Espada. We talk about why Sarina moved to Vienna, and her work running workshops about musicians and dance. One of her favourite composers is Jean-Baptiste Lully, and she likes to do her fencing training to his operas. Have a listen here to see if you'd like to do the same: (3. Symph., I. Movement // 6. Symph., I. Movement) https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0ITjm7yPne7OTsUspx5p48?si=aa2708b74265446b The above playlist also contains another of Sarina's favourite composers, her fellow Bavarian, Christoph Willibald Gluck, plus a couple of tracks from Anton Bruckner. We talk about how a grounding in dance can really help with fencing, and Sarina recommends all fencers go and take a few dance lessons – the waltz is an easy one to start with. And have a couple of beers first. As promised, these are the books on historical dance Sarina is working from: ORCHESORGRAPHY by Thoinot Arbeau (1589) (Sarina's version is from Dover Publications, 1967) COURTLY DANCE OF THE RENAISSANCE - A new Translation and Edition of the “Nobilta di Dame” by Fabritio Caroso (1600) (Sarina's version is from Dover Publications, 1995) In our conversation we talk about how we can learn from other disciplines, and Sarina sent an extra note to say, “[T]hanks to Chris Lee-Becker and Ton Puey and Academia da Espada for being so supportive and pushing this work forward, because it's also in the spirit of Academia, where everything from the era is supposed to flow together to develop a sense and understanding of the time. In my words, and this fits so well, because this is also how I see myself as an artist: interdisciplinarity.” Finally, here's a picture of the armoured bear, Don Herkules, who accompanies Sarina to events: https://swordschool.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/image1-1024x683.jpeg

When we talk about Napoléon, we often talk about battles or politics, but we don't talk nearly enough about the man. Some dismiss him as a proto-Hitler, others adore him as they would a god. But few actually try to crack open the mysteries of the Napoleonic mind. Author Louis Sarkozy did just that, by studying Napoléon Bonaparte and his most important personal activity: his readings.Louis Sarkozy's upcoming book, Napoleon's Library, is both a fantastic character study and a thoroughly executed research on the emperor's reading habits. It informs us of the importance of his readings, as well as the evolution of his mind throughout the years.Louis and I had a fantastic discussion regarding Napoléon's character, achievements, failures and legacy. We also threw a few jabs at the 2023 movie by Ridley Scott.Timecodes:Introduction04:13 - Napoléon's Readings12:55 - From Words to Action19:06 - From Thinker to Soldier33:59 - Napoléon's Mythos & Legacy52:11- Napoléon's Greatest Strengths and Weaknesses01:01:28 - The 2023 Movie01:08:11 - ConclusionLouis Sarkozy's Website: https://www.louissarkozy.org/Louis Sarkozy's Profile on X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/napsarkozyMusic: Marche pour la cérémonie des Turcs, composed by Jean-Baptiste Lully, arranged and performed by Jérôme Arfouche.Artwork: Bonaparte, Premier consul, by Jean-Auguste-Dominique Ingres (1804)Support the Show.Reach out, support the show and give me feedback! Contact me or follow the podcast on social media Leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or on Spotify Become a patron on Patreon to support the show Buy me a Coffee Get beautiful “La Fayette, We are Here!” merchandise from TeePublic

We often see history as a succession of dates, events, wars and political machinations. But we should not forget that history is also forged by culture and by art. Art reflects society's values and aspirations, but also helps create them and move people forward. It also elevates us and makes us better in many ways.Among the many art forms available to us, music is the one that transports us with the greatest strength. It surrounds us, lifts us and takes us to places we didn't know existed. Oh, literature and paintings can do that too, but music is special. It is unique as it can be savoured with our eyes closed. Let's meet Camille Saint-Saëns and France's music!Timecodes:Introduction04:33 - A Young Prodigy12:28 - The Remarkable Organist & Pianist19:17 - World Famous Composer32:13 - ConclusionMusic: Marche pour la cérémonie des Turcs, composed by Jean-Baptiste Lully, arranged and performed by Jérôme Arfouche.Musical excerpts (in order): Finale - Carnival of the Animals, R. 125 Phaeton, Op. 39 Symphony #3 In C Minor, Op. 78, "Organ", 4th movement Danse Macabre, Op. 40 Symphony #3 In C Minor, Op. 78, "Organ", 1st movement The Swan - Carnival of the Animals, R. 125 Aviary - Carnival of the Animals, R. 125 Aquarium - Carnival of the Animals, R. 125 Pianists - Carnival of the Animals, R. 125 Royal march of the Lion - Carnival of the Animals, R. 125Support the showReach out, support the show and give me feedback! Contact me or follow the podcast on social media Leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or on Spotify Become a patron on Patreon to support the show Buy me a Coffee Get beautiful “La Fayette, We are Here!” merchandise from TeePublic

This Day in Legal History: The Stamp Act of 1765On this day, March 22, 1765, a pivotal event in the prelude to the American Revolution occurred when the British Parliament enacted the Stamp Act. This legislation required that a wide array of documents within the American colonies—ranging from newspapers and legal documents to playing cards and dice—be printed on specially stamped paper produced in London, carrying an embossed revenue stamp. This act marked the first direct tax imposed by Britain on its American colonies, designed to raise funds to pay for the British troops stationed in North America after the French and Indian War.The Stamp Act ignited a firestorm of protest across the American colonies. Colonists united under the banner of "No taxation without representation," arguing that the British Parliament had no authority to levy taxes on them since they were not represented in the House of Commons. This principle challenged the very foundation of British authority in the colonies and set the stage for the escalating conflict that would eventually lead to the American Revolution.The colonies' response was swift and decisive. By October 1765, the Stamp Act Congress convened in New York City, bringing together representatives from nine of the thirteen colonies. This Congress was a significant step towards colonial unity, drafting a detailed petition to King George III and the British Parliament, demanding the repeal of the Stamp Act. They argued that only their own colonial assemblies had the legal authority to tax them.The Act also spurred the formation of secret societies, such as the Sons of Liberty, which organized protests and even intimidated stamp distributors, leading many to resign. The widespread boycott of British goods by American colonists further strained economic relations between the colonies and the mother country.The colonial resistance had a profound impact. By March 1766, less than a year after its enactment, the Stamp Act was repealed by Parliament, marking a significant victory for colonial opposition. However, the relief was short-lived as Parliament passed the Declaratory Act, asserting its right to legislate for the colonies "in all cases whatsoever," setting the stage for future conflicts.The Stamp Act and its repeal were crucial moments in American legal and political history, illustrating the colonies' growing resolve to govern themselves and laying the groundwork for their eventual fight for independence. This day marks not just a legislative act but a moment that galvanized the American spirit of liberty and self-determination.Law firms are reinforcing their diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives in response to conservative criticism and economic downturns, which have jeopardized recent advancements in diversity. Initiatives like increasing DEI education and clarifying the inclusivity of their programs are among the steps taken by firms such as Davis Wright Tremaine and Foley & Lardner. This response aims to sustain the progress made following the widespread calls for racial justice after George Floyd's murder in May 2020, which had led to a notable increase in the hiring of women and people of color. However, a Supreme Court decision and subsequent legal threats have pressured firms to modify their DEI practices, leading to a decline in the hiring of diverse candidates. The industry has witnessed a reduction in requests for diverse candidates and a significant drop in hiring amid a challenging economic climate, with global deal activity and recruitment of third-year law students declining. Despite these challenges, law firms remain committed to their diversity goals, as evidenced by the resilience of DEI fellowship programs and the positive outcomes for diversity fellows. This commitment is seen as crucial in maintaining diversity within the legal profession, despite the current political and economic headwinds.Law Firms Boost Diversity Defenses After Conservative BacklashIn a significant legal ruling, Sysco Corp. has been granted permission by a federal judge in Illinois to transfer its claims in a major chicken price-fixing lawsuit to Burford Capital Ltd., the external financier that provided $140 million in funding for the litigation. This decision comes after Burford Capital opposed Sysco's intentions to settle some of the claims for what it considered an insufficient amount, leading to an agreement that Burford would assume control of the claims. The move faced opposition from meat producers, who argued that Burford, being an outsider to the direct litigation, should not be allowed to take over the cases. This stance was somewhat supported by a previous ruling in Minnesota, where a judge denied a similar request by Burford to substitute itself in pork and beef price-fixing lawsuits, citing concerns that the funder's profit motives could obstruct settlement efforts. However, Judge Thomas M. Durkin's approval of Burford's substitution in the chicken litigation case marks a departure, emphasizing that such arrangements are increasingly common in modern litigation. This decision represents a notable victory for Burford Capital in its strategic litigation financing endeavors, highlighting the evolving dynamics of legal funding and the roles of external investors in litigation.Burford Notches Win in Quest to Take Over Sysco Chicken LawsuitsThe U.S. government's antitrust lawsuit against Apple, alleging monopolistic practices in the smartphone market, echoes the landmark 1998 case against Microsoft. However, legal experts believe that the differing market dynamics between Apple's current smartphone dominance and Microsoft's past control over desktop software present unique challenges for the government's case. The lawsuit accuses Apple of stifling competition and innovation through restrictive app developer policies, potentially leading to higher consumer prices. Apple, holding a 55% share of the North American smartphone market, contrasts with Microsoft's 95% desktop OS market share in the 1990s, suggesting a less clear-cut case of monopolistic behavior. Additionally, Apple faces significant global competition from Android, which commands a strong market presence outside North America. A previous antitrust case brought by Epic Games against Apple did not find that Apple users were unduly "locked-in" to its ecosystem, potentially complicating the government's position. Nonetheless, the Department of Justice and the Biden Administration's Federal Trade Commission are pursuing the case, reflecting a willingness to challenge big tech companies to foster competition and innovation in the sector.Apple antitrust suit mirrors strategy that beat Microsoft, but tech industry has changed | ReutersIn my column this week, I examine President Joe Biden's proposed housing tax credit, highlighted in his state of the union address, which aims to alleviate the financial burden for homeowners amidst high mortgage rates. I argue that while the intention behind the tax credit is commendable, its focus on demand rather than supply could exacerbate the existing housing imbalance. To truly foster homeownership, I suggest reforms to the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) program to incentivize the construction of affordable homes. I also discuss the stalled Affordable Housing Credit Improvement Act of 2023 and propose radical supply-side reforms, such as more permissive tax-exempt financing for developers, to address the affordability crisis effectively.I critique the tax credit proposal for potentially favoring those who can afford higher upfront costs, thus disadvantaging lower-income buyers who need immediate relief. This, coupled with the proposal's year-end application, could inadvertently sideline the very demographic it aims to help. Moreover, without addressing the supply side of affordable housing, the policy might inflate prices further, making homeownership less accessible for first-time and lower-income buyers. Despite the good intentions behind Biden's proposal, I stress that solving the affordable housing crisis requires a comprehensive approach that balances supply and demand, and caters to the immediate financial needs of aspiring homeowners. Policymakers must prioritize long-term strategies over temporary fixes to ensure that homeownership is attainable for all Americans.Biden Housing Tax Credit Targets Demand, but Supply Is the IssueThis week's closing theme is by Jean Baptiste Lully.Jean-Baptiste Lully, born Giovanni Battista Lulli in Florence, Italy, in 1632, became one of the most influential composers of the French Baroque era and a founding father of French opera. His journey from Italian immigrant to the court composer for King Louis XIV of France is a remarkable tale of talent, ambition, and transformation. Lully's mastery of music and his ability to mirror the grandeur of the Sun King's reign through his compositions led him to become the superintendent of the king's music and the director of the Royal Academy of Music.Moving to France in his teens, Lully initially served as a dancer and violinist at the court of Louis XIV. His exceptional musical skills soon caught the attention of the king, leading to his appointment as the court composer. Lully's close relationship with Louis XIV allowed him to monopolize French opera, a position he maintained through a mix of talent and shrewd manipulation. He significantly contributed to the development of the tragédie lyrique, a genre combining French classic drama and ballet with music, which became immensely popular in the 17th century.One of Lully's most enduring works is "Le bourgeois gentilhomme," a comédie-ballet created in collaboration with the playwright Molière. First performed in 1670, this piece was commissioned by Louis XIV and is a satirical take on the pretensions of the social-climbing merchant class. The suite from "Le bourgeois gentilhomme," particularly its overture, showcases Lully's genius in blending witty musical themes with the elegance and majesty of the French court. The overture, with its lively and refined character, sets the tone for a work that is both entertaining and a subtle critique of contemporary society.Lully's influence extended beyond the confines of the opera house and the court, shaping the future of French music and leaving a legacy that endured well into the 18th century and beyond. His death in 1687, caused by gangrene from a wound sustained while conducting, marked the end of an era. Yet, through compositions like "Le bourgeois gentilhomme," Lully's genius continues to be celebrated for its pivotal role in the development of Western classical music.Without further ado, the overture from “Le bourgeois gentilhomme,” by Jean Baptiste Lully. Get full access to Minimum Competence - Daily Legal News Podcast at www.minimumcomp.com/subscribe

This week we look at the courage and Christianity of Navalny;  Mongolia; France outlaws vaccine criticism; Islamist intimidation in the House of Commons; Steve Wright no more; Fani WIllis, Mark Steyn and US justice; Virgin Island; John Lewis's Identity; Dr Phil on Trans; BBC promotes male 'breastfeeding'; Multiple Sclerosis Society bans elderly woman for saying men can't become women; Lyles and the Lion; The Lying Celebrity Vicar; Rave in the Nave; and the funeral of Glen Millburn with music from Talking Heads, The Hu, Del Amitri, Borodin, Planxty; Jean Baptiste Lully and Corey Voss

For France, the Great War is a serious and deep wound that she partially inflicted on herself. It is painful and has never fully healed. It is something personal, felt by all strata of the nation. From the humblest peasant to the richest industrialist, no layer of French society was spared in the great slaughter that the trenches were. The country itself still bears the scars of battles dating back nearly 110 years. Every city and village in France has a monument to the dead of the First World War, often with a staggering number of fallen soldiers considering the local population. And that's not counting the wounded, the mutilated, the traumatized.We are not going to go through dates and battles. We are not going to summarize four years of destructive conflict by analyzing every move and strategic decision. Others have done it many times, surely better than me. No, we will focus on the experience of the country of France during those dreadful years from 1914 to 1918. Timecodes:Introduction05:18 - On The War Path13:22 - The Poilus26:51 - France at War42:18 - Life after 191848:11 - ConclusionMusic: Marche pour la cérémonie des Turcs, composed by Jean-Baptiste Lully, arranged and performed by Jérôme Arfouche.Artwork: Fête de L'Alsace-Lorraine le 17 novembre 1918. Les blessés défilent avenue des Champs-Elysées, Paris. Agence Rol, Public Domain (Gallica)Recommended link: Blueprint for Armageddon, Hardcore History podcast by Dan CarlinSupport the showReach out, support the show and give me feedback! Follow the podcast on social media Leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or on Spotify Become a patron on Patreon to support the show Buy me a Coffee Get beautiful “La Fayette, We are Here!” merchandise from TeePublic

In this unique episode, we engage in a conversation with Salina B. Baker, an accomplished author of historical fiction, who has received multiple awards for her work. Additionally, she is a historian specializing in the American Revolution and Victorian America.She has just released an outstanding novel titled "The Line of Splendor: A Novel of Nathanael Greene and the American Revolution." In our conversation, we delve into the intricate relationship between General Greene and his close French ally, the Marquis de La Fayette. This profound friendship holds significance not only for the two men but also for the broader context of the American Revolution, symbolizing the enduring and meaningful connection between France and the United States of America in various aspects.Timecodes:Introduction03:01 - Meet Nathanael Greene09:57 - Greene and La Fayette20:40 - Working Together27:39 - Fighting for the Cause30:41 - Friends after the War40:16 - ConclusionMusic: Marche pour la cérémonie des Turcs, composed by Jean-Baptiste Lully, arranged and performed by Jérôme Arfouche.Artwork:  "Nathanael Greene in General uniform" by Charles Willson Peale (left) and "The young Marquis de Lafayette wearing his uniform as Major General of the Continental Army" by Charles Willson Peale (right).Recommended link: Salina B. Baker's website (https://www.salinabbaker.com/)Support the showReach out, support the show and give me feedback! Follow the podcast on social media Leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or on Spotify Become a patron on Patreon to support the show Buy me a Coffee Get beautiful “La Fayette, We are Here!” merchandise from TeePublic

SynopsisWhether you live in sunny California or snowy Minnesota, the arrival of the solstice means, “It's official: Winter is here!” And if you were born someplace sunny, but moved to someplace snowy, the arrival of winter is pretty hard to ignore.Winter must have made an impression on the transplanted Italian composer Jean-Baptiste Lully, who was born in Florence but settled in Paris and ended up as the court composer for King Louis XIV.One of Lully's operas, Isis, had its premiere in the winter of 1676 and contains a chorus of “Trembleurs,” or “Trembling People from the Frozen Climes,” whose teeth chatter in slurred tremolos. This chorus became particular famous for the wintry pantomime ballet that accompanied it, as well as for its evocative music.Of course, the most famous of all Baroque winter music was served up by another Italian, Antonio Vivaldi, who was born in Venice but traveled widely in Northern Europe as well and died in Vienna.Vivaldi's “Winter” from The Four Seasons includes its own musical shivers, not to mention a musical depiction of slipping and sliding on icy streets.Music Played in Today's ProgramJean-Baptiste Lully (1632-1687) Isis; Philippe Caillard Chorale and Orchestra Erato 20983Antonio Vivaldi (1678-1741) Winter, from The Four Seasons; Enrico Onofrio, violin; Il Giardino Armonico Teldec 97671

Liberté, égalité, fraternité. This is the French Republic's motto. Liberty and equality are also in the first article of the "Declaration of the Rights of Man and of the Citizen" of 1789. The French are very proud of that heritage, of France's struggle during and after the Revolution. They think of their homeland as the cradle of liberty in Europe, as a welcoming and understanding land, ruled by reason and intellect, rather than by prejudice and bigotry. Sadly, those clear and healthy waters of freedom and justice often got muddied over the years.In the late nineteenth century, France was a wounded country. Her honour had been tarnished in 1870-71 and her population was deeply traumatized by the civil war that ensued. Fears of an enemy, and of traitors, was at an all time high. This very specific phase mixed with an element older than France herself: antisemitism. In 1894, captain Alfred Dreyfus would suffer greatly as a consequence of those elements. Although there are some saving graces, and some might even say a silver lining, this whole series of events really are France's shame!Timecodes:Introduction03:38 - La Belle Époque08:48 - Alfred Dreyfus, Jewish French officer14:28 - Dreyfus Arrested21:17 - L'Affaire begins26:07 - J'accuse...!34:03 - The Rennes Trial39:20 - Rehabilitation44:10 - ConclusionMusic: Marche pour la cérémonie des Turcs, composed by Jean-Baptiste Lully, arranged and performed by Jérôme Arfouche.Artwork: "The traitor: Degradation of Alfred Dreyfus, degradation in the Morland Court of the military school in Paris" front page of the illustrated supplement of the Petit Journal, Sunday, January 13, 1895.Recommended link: The Siècle podcast by David H. Montgomery, available at http://thesiecle.com/Support the showReach out, support the show and give me feedback! Follow the podcast on social media Leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or on Spotify Become a patron on Patreon to support the show Buy me a Coffee Get beautiful “La Fayette, We are Here!” merchandise from TeePublic

This particular conflict goes by multiple names and definitions. While it is globally recognized as the Seven Years' War, it is more commonly referred to in America as the French and Indian War, and in Canada as the War of Conquest. These wars are all interconnected and are part of a vast global struggle between the two superpowers of the mid-eighteenth century: France and Great Britain.Considered by many as the first true world war, it continues to reverberate even today. Join us as we embark on a historical journey, with Louis XV, Madame de Pompadour, the Marquis de Montcalm, and general Wolfe as our guides, to examine "the Great French Disaster." Timecodes:Introduction04:18 - The Origins of Conflict13:21 - From Frontier Struggle to Global War22:12 - Downward Spiral28:51 - The Great Disaster37:46 - ConclusionMusic: Marche pour la cérémonie des Turcs, composed by Jean-Baptiste Lully, arranged and performed by Jérôme Arfouche.Artwork: The death of the Marquis de Montcalm, by Juste Chevillet, National Gallery of CanadaRecommended link: "The Life and Times of Frederick the Great" podcast by Alec AvdakovSupport the showReach out, support the show and give me feedback! Follow the podcast on social media Leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or on Spotify Become a patron on Patreon to support the show Buy me a Coffee Get beautiful “La Fayette, We are Here!” merchandise from TeePublic

Patrick Marco est le directeur du conservatoire Jean-Baptiste Lully et créateur du Festival Guitare de Puteaux lancé en 2017. Voilà une interview avec lui à une semaine de l'événement qui transformera la ville de Puteaux en capitale de la guitare du 13 au 15 octobre ! www.culture.puteaux.fr Interview Patrick Marco Podcast de La Chaîne Guitare L'article Festival Guitare de Puteaux 2023 – Patrick Marco, directeur du conservatoire est apparu en premier sur La Chaîne Guitare.

King Louis XIII and the Cardinal de Richelieu. These two men are quite important and deserve to be better known. The Cardinal is probably the most known of the two, because of his policies, wars and his long lasting impact on French institutions and Europe's destiny.Louis XIII is often perceived as the weaker of the two, the king who merely signed his minister's recommendation. But history is never quite that straightforward, that easy. It is under these men that France will become an absolute monarchy and will begin her rise as Europe's dominant power. Louis XIII's son, Louis XIV will complete his father's work and become Europe's most powerful monarch. Join me as I discuss the Just king and the famed red eminence, France's dynamic duo! Timecodes:Introduction04:13 - Bloodied France09:47 - The Red Eminence13:48 - The Phoenix Rises19:56 - The Great Partnership26:28 - A Reinforced Kingdom33:40 - France and the World38:31 - ConclusionMusic: Marche pour la cérémonie des Turcs, composed by Jean-Baptiste Lully, arranged and performed by Jérôme Arfouche.Artwork: Louis XIII in coronation costume and Portrait of Cardinal Richelieu. Both by Philippe de Champaigne.Support the showReach out, support the show and give me feedback! Follow the podcast on social media Leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or on Spotify Become a patron on Patreon to support the show Buy me a Coffee Get beautiful “La Fayette, We are Here!” merchandise from TeePublic

This composer went from rags to riches, working his way to the top of the French aristocracy to compose for King Louis XIV at Versailles. He didn't HAVE to die at age 55, but to Lully, it was better than not being able to dance. Listen to the accompanying playlist for this episode on Spotify at https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3O4csYYf4tAHECR6CIH0XB?si=fb4ef8ddca3a49ac .Support the show

The Nouvelle France (New France) is the French colonization of North America. And by this I mean North America, not just Canada. Over a couple of centuries, the French established settlements all over North America, especially along the St-Lawrence and Mississippi River but also in Nova Scotia, Florida, Louisiana and more.New France basically existed from the first adventures of Jacques Cartier in 1534 to the end of the Seven Years' War in 1763 and the signature of the treaty of Paris, that saw France lose most of its American possessions. It is a remarkable, violent, tragic and perennial story. Embark with me on this grand adventure! Timecodes:Introduction06:03 - Adventure and Discovery in America13:27 - The First French Settlers21:09 - Expansion Along the Rivers26:53 - War and Peace35:25 - New France Peaks44:07 - New France Dies53:26 - The Following Years57:42 - ConclusionMusic: Marche pour la cérémonie des Turcs, composed by Jean-Baptiste Lully, arranged and performed by Jérôme Arfouche.Artwork: L'expédition de Cavelier de la Salle pour la Louisiane, 1684, by Théodore Gudin (1844). (Grand Palais, Château de Versailles).Support the showReach out, support the show and give me feedback! Follow the podcast on social media Leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or on Spotify Become a patron on Patreon to support the show Buy me a Coffee Get beautiful “La Fayette, We are Here!” merchandise from TeePublic

We delve into the life and reign of King François I (Francis the First), who ruled France from 1515 to 1547. Despite facing significant challenges and experiencing notable failures during his rule, François I remains one of the most renowned French monarchs. He is particularly associated with the Renaissance in France and has left a lasting legacy, particularly in the fields of arts and sciences.He's also responsible for the establishment of New France by sending Jacques Cartier across the Atlantic. Join me for one of the most extraordinary adventures of the Sixteenth century!Timecodes:Introduction03:55- An Unexpected King 09:02- A Young and Ambitious King16:50- A Builder King26:24- A Torn King32:33- An Old King36:25- ConclusionMusic: Marche pour la cérémonie des Turcs, composed by Jean-Baptiste Lully, arranged and performed by Jérôme Arfouche.Artwork: François Ier around 1530 by Jean Clouet (Louvre Museum).Support the showReach out, support the show and give me feedback! Follow the podcast on social media Leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or on Spotify Become a patron on Patreon to support the show Buy me a Coffee Get beautiful “La Fayette, We are Here!” merchandise from TeePublic

In this special episode, I am joined by Sean J. McLaughlin, historian specialized on the relationship between Charles de Gaulle and John Fitzgerald Kennedy.  He is the author of JFK and de Gaulle: How America and France Failed in Vietnam, 1961-1963 (University Press of Kentucky, 2019).Together, we discuss the complex but utterly fascinating relationship between France and America in the post-WWII world, especially in Southeast Asia. France and America, two Allies with very different perspectives, had a rough time discussing the situation in Vietnam in the 1950's and 1960's. Add to that the personalities of key characters like de Gaulle and Kennedy, and you end up with a fascinating, if sad, story.Join us for this great discussion!Find Sean's books at the University Press of KentuckyTimecodes:Introduction02:35- France's Place at the Outcome of WWII10:23- De Gaulle's Relationship with America21:21- John F. Kennedy, France and Vietnam45:50- Lyndon Johnson, Richard Nixon and France54:52- France's International Role Since the Vietnam War59:24- France and America's Relationship Now1:01:55- ConclusionMusic: Marche pour la cérémonie des Turcs, composed by Jean-Baptiste Lully, arranged and performed by Jérôme Arfouche.Photo: De Gaulle and JFK in Paris, 1961. John Fitzgerald Kennedy Library, BostonSupport the showReach out, support the show and give me feedback! Follow the podcast on social media Leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or on Spotify Become a patron on Patreon to support the show Buy me a Coffee Get beautiful “La Fayette, We are Here!” merchandise from TeePublic

"The pearl of the Empire", that's how the French described their colony of Indochina, comprised of Vietnam, Cambodia and Laos. They took over control in the nineteenth century, exploited the place for decades, and finally got kicked out in 1954-55. It is a story of violence and exploitation. Of colonization and war. Of exchanges and legacies. And sometimes, of beauty. A story also rarely told in France, as the French aren't proud of what they did there.Let's find out more about French Indochina; from Imperial Jewel, to Hell on Earth. Timecodes:Introduction03:23- The Second French Colonial Empire08:26- The Establishment of French Indochina16:43- A Colony of Exploitation21:58- Bloody Greed25:52- World War II and the Vietnamese Emancipation30:07- The Indochina War42:43- ConclusionMusic: Marche pour la cérémonie des Turcs, composed by Jean-Baptiste Lully, arranged and performed by Jérôme Arfouche.Art: Poster for tourism in French Indochina drawn by J. Lhuissier, circa 1920.Support the showReach out, support the show and give me feedback! Follow the podcast on social media Leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or on Spotify Become a patron on Patreon to support the show Buy me a Coffee Get beautiful “La Fayette, We are Here!” merchandise from TeePublic

In this very special episode, I am joined by a coalition of Napoleonic experts to discuss this fascinating period of history and its legacy. We cover Napoléon's personality, some campaigns, the roles of his marshals, the era's lasting impact, as well as a variety of other topics. A truly interesting and enjoyable discussion.My guests are:Dr. Zack White, historian, battlefield guide, host of  "The Napoleonic Wars Podcast", Chair of the Napoleonic & Revolutionary War Graves Charity. (Twitter: @ZwhiteHistory), from the United Kingdom. Marcus Cribb, podcaster, battlefield guide, blogger & author in progress on Duke of Wellington & the Peninsular War Heritage Manager, former Manager of Apsley House & a founding trustee of Napoleonic & Revolutionary War Graves Charity. (Twitter: @mcribbHistory), from the United Kingdom. Philipp Wagenknecht, historian and teacher specialist of Prussia and the German States from 1740 to 1815. (Twitter: @PertinaxS), from Germany.John Viscardo, host of the "Generals and Napoleon Podcast". (Twitter: @AndNapoleon), from the United States of America.If you haven't already done so, I recommend that you listen to our two episodes on Napoléon. Listen to Part I and to Part II.Timecodes:Guests Introductions06:00- Our Favourite Napoleonic Subjects 1:02:32- Napoléon's lasting influence & Legacy 1:25:38- Uchronia: Napoléon Wins Waterloo. What happens next? 1:52:00- Open Discussion 2:08:42- Conclusion & GoodbyesMusic: Marche pour la cérémonie des Turcs, composed by Jean-Baptiste Lully, arranged and performed by Jérôme Arfouche.Art: Statue of Napoléon by French sculptor Pierre Stenne, Boulogne-sur-Mer, France. (photo by Sarah Meyssonnier/Reuters)Support the showReach out, support the show and give me feedback! Follow the podcast on social media Leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or on Spotify Become a patron on Patreon to support the show Buy me a Coffee Get beautiful “La Fayette, We are Here!” merchandise from TeePublic

Jean-Baptistle Lully is perhaps best known for the unusual circumstances of his death. But he lived a fascinating life that would rival any fictional rags-to-riches story.  Research: James R. Anthony. “Lully's Airs. French or Italian?” The Musical Times, vol. 128, no. 1729, 1987, pp. 126–29. JSTOR, https://doi.org/10.2307/964491 Brett, Philip. “Issues in Music and Sexuality in the Long Eighteenth Century.” Historical Reflections / Réflexions Historiques, vol. 33, no. 1, 2007, pp. 69–77. JSTOR, http://www.jstor.org/stable/41299400 Fairleigh, James P. “Lully as ‘Secrétaire Du Roi.'” Bach, vol. 15, no. 4, 1984, pp. 16–22. JSTOR, http://www.jstor.org/stable/41640222 Britannica, The Editors of Encyclopaedia. "Baroque music". Encyclopedia Britannica, 18 Mar. 2023, https://www.britannica.com/art/Baroque-music.  Britannica, The Editors of Encyclopaedia. "the Fronde". Encyclopedia Britannica, 5 Feb. 2014, https://www.britannica.com/event/The-Fronde Anthony, James R. “The New Grove French Baroque Masters: Lully, Charpentier, Lalande, Couperin, Rameau.” New York. Norton. 1986. Accessed online: https://archive.org/details/newgrovefrenchba00anth/page/30/mode/2up?view=theater “The Sun King's Musician, 1632-1687.” Chateau de Versailles. https://en.chateauversailles.fr/discover/history/great-characters/lully “Jean Baptiste Lully.” New World Encyclopedia. https://www.newworldencyclopedia.org/entry/Jean_Baptiste_Lully See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.