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Rameau and the Philosophes

The Making of Music Series 1
Episode 18 of 30

Paris during the 1750s was the centre of a clash of cultural ideas. James Naughtie on history shaping classical music.

James Naughtie presents a series chronicling the historical influences that affected the course of classical music.

17/30. Rameau and the Philosophes.

Paris during the 1750s was the centre of a clash of cultural ideas, with music at the forefront. The Paris Opera House was the centre of the Battle of the Fools, where arguments raged about absolutism and enlightenment.

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Thu 27 Sep 2018 02:15
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  • Wed 27 Jun 2007 15:45
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  • Wed 26 Sep 2018 14:15
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  • Thu 27 Sep 2018 02:15
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