Lully composed the music for Molière’s play “Le Mariage forcé.” It first premiered in 1664 at the Palais du Louvre and later at the Théâtre du Palais-Royal. In 1672, Marc-Antoine Charpentier added new interludes to the performance.
Lully composed the music for Molière’s play “Le Mariage forcé.” It first premiered in 1664 at the Palais du Louvre and later at the Théâtre du Palais-Royal. In 1672, Marc-Antoine Charpentier added new interludes to the performance.
About the composer…
Jean-Baptiste Lully was an influential Italian-born French composer and dancer of the Baroque era. Renowned for his contributions to French opera and ballet, Lully rose to prominence as the court composer for King Louis XIV. He revolutionized the art form by incorporating lively dance rhythms into his compositions. His works continue to be celebrated for their elegance, innovation, and lasting influence on the development of French musical tradition.
