Sydney Baroque Players Le Chambre du Roi (SOLD OUT)
Location
Margaretta Cottage
About
Le Chambre du Roi was the focal point of the palace of Versailles, and of the King’s absolute authority. From the sumptuous court of King Louis XIV, resplendent with mandatory entertainment for the nobility, came much exquisite music, both grand, and intimate. He was an employer of many musicians, so under him, and for him, French baroque music flourished. We will explore intimate chambre compositions by some of these composers and their successors, including Lully, Hotteterre, Blavet, Philidor.