Listen "1. The Royal Chapel, crown jewel of the King's musical collection"
Episode Synopsis
Music at Versailles meant Lully, Les 24 violins du roy and lavish secular festivities! But behind the glamour was one of the French king’s oldest and most prestigious musical institutions, the Royal Chapel. More than a musical venue, it was the most important department of the King’s Music. This episode focuses on the workings of the French monarchy’s oldest musical institution.
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