Composer of the WeekElisabeth Jacquet de La Guerre (1665-1729)Episodes Episode guide

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1. The Prime Musician of the World

   5/5Jacquet de La Guerre brings us to the fair, and still explores new musical territories.
2. Sacred Art

   4/5While posing for a portrait and moving back home, Jacquet shines with her sonatas.
3. It’s a Lyrical Life

   3/5Jacquet de La Guerre plunges into mythical stories to write her very first opera.
4. Dancing King and Keyboard Queen

   2/5Jacquet joins the court in Versailles and the circle of the most powerful woman in France.
5. Music Runs in the Family

   1/5A young Elisabeth Jacquet makes an impression on the Sun King.