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Rameau and the Philosophes

The Making of MusicSeries 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.

15 minutes

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Thu 27 Sep 201802:15
BBC Radio 4 Extra

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  • Wed 27 Jun 200715:45
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  • Thu 27 Sep 201802:15
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