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Charpentier : Messe de Minuit
While the Te Deum brought Charpentier fame, the Messe de Minuit fully showcases his genius, gracefully blending the sacred and the secular. Inspired by popular melodies, it captivates with its freshness, joy, and refinement. Gaétan Jarry and the ensemble Marguerite Louise bring out its fervour and the true spirit of Christmas.
Requiem pour Louis Ier d'Espagne
Requiem pour Louis Ier d'Espagne
New product!In 1725, José de Torres honoured Louis I with his Misa de difuntos, blending French influences with the richness of Spanish Baroque. Francisco Corselli’s Dies Irae completes this tribute to Philip V. Alberto Miguélez Rouco brings these rare works vividly back to life at the Royal Chapel of Versailles.
Purcell : Hail ! Bright Cecilia
Purcell : Hail ! Bright Cecilia
New product!With Hail! Bright Cecilia, Purcell honours the patron saint of music in a magnificent ode that epitomises the English Baroque. Composed in 1692, it captures the artistic vitality of seventeenth-century England. Vincent Dumestre and Le Poème Harmonique bring out its full expressive richness in a performance both vibrant and finely nuanced.
Le Clavecin de Louis XIV
This work evokes Louis XIV’s musical awakening to the harpsichord, in the company of the most celebrated musicians of his time. At that period, French harpsichord making was flourishing, notably thanks to Chambonnières, who published the first printed scores in 1670. This diverse repertoire reflects the richness of the Grand Siècle, beautifully brought to life by Brice Sailly’s performance.
Charpentier : Messe à 4 Chœurs · Cori Spezzati
Charpentier : Messe à 4 Chœurs · Cori Spezzati
Charpentier's Messe à quatre chœurs combines French tradition with Italian Baroque, creating a dynamic interplay between four ensembles. Jean-Baptiste Nicolas brings a performance that balances precision and emotion.
La Guitare de Louis XIV
More than just a dancer, Louis XIV was also a musician king. Influenced by his mother, he learned the lute and then the guitar, transforming this once-popular instrument into a symbol of royal refinement and a political tool to shape his image and promote cultural unity.
Guilain . Morel - Dédicaces
Jean Adam Guilain left behind majestic and melancholic suites, now seldom performed. These are heard here for the first time on the Great Organs of Versailles. Thomas Ospital and the Ensemble Saint-Honoré perform them with great finesse.
Clérambault - Te Deum - Histoire de la femme adultère
Clérambault - Te Deum - Histoire de la femme adultère
Clérambault brings new life to the oratorio with L'histoire de la femme adultère. A nocte temporis, under the direction of Reinoud Van Mechelen, delivers a striking performance. The Choeur de Chambre de Namur shines in a grand and majestic Te Deum.
Gala Plácido Domingo
Plácido Domingo, an opera legend for six decades, presents an exceptional Gala in Versailles, featuring masterpieces from the repertoire, with a particular focus on French music. He will be accompanied by the Royal Opera Orchestra and soprano Jennifer Rowley for an unforgettable evening.
Velluti - The Last Castrato
Giovanni Battista Velluti, the last great Italian castrato, left his mark on the 19th century with his powerful, agile voice. A master of vocal ornamentation, he had a lasting influence on lyrical style. Franco Fagioli pays him a dazzling tribute, accompanied by the Orchestre de l'Opéra Royal.
Charpentier - Missa Assumpta Est Maria
Charpentier - Missa Assumpta Est Maria
At the height of his artistry, Marc-Antoine Charpentier composed Assumpta est Maria around 1669, a mass that blends Italian influences with the French style. Combining devotion and virtuosity, it remains a masterpiece of Baroque sacred music. Gaétan Jarry and the Marguerite Louise ensemble deliver an expressive and solemn interpretation.
Apparatus musico-organisticus
Georg Muffat's Apparatus musico-organisticus, published in 1690, showcases his genius by blending European styles and exploring the baroque organ. Bernard Foccroulle brings out the splendour of the toccatas on a French organ, accompanied by Marie Rouquié for the Sonata a violino solo.
Boismortier - Les Quatre Saisons
Boismortier - Les Quatre Saisons
Under the direction of Chloé de Guillebon, the Orchestre de l'Opéra Royal de Versailles invites you into the refined world of Boismortier’s The Four Seasons, where poetry and music blend to evoke the elegance of court festivities and salons.
Messe & Hymnes
A pupil of Nicolas Lebègue, Nicolas de Grigny made his mark with his bold compositional style. His works, admired by Bach, are beautifully performed by Michel Bouvard and François Espinasse on the Grand Organ of the Royal Chapel.
Fauré - Requiem
The Orchestra and Choir of the Royal Opera pay tribute to Gabriel Fauré by performing his Requiem for the centenary of his death. Conducted by Victor Jacob, the work is presented in its original chamber orchestra version.
The Duty of the First Commandment
The Duty of the First Commandment
After a triumphant tour across Europe, Mozart, at just 10 years old, composes The Duty of the First Commandment. This libretto, highlighting virtue in the face of temptation, stands out for its impeccable vocal writing and intense orchestration. This rare work already reveals the talent of the young Austrian genius !
Monteverdi - Vespro Della Madonna
Monteverdi - Vespro Della Madonna
At the end of his life, Monteverdi gathered all of his works to guide musicians during religious services. This composer, who shaped sacred music for nearly a century, is now celebrated by Vincent Dumestre and Le Poème Harmonique, who have created a program for him that resonates like his musical testament.
La Naissance de Versailles
In 1607, Louis XIII discovered Versailles with his father, Henry IV, and began constructing a hunting lodge there in 1623. Jean-Baptiste Nicolas envisioned a religious ceremony to mark this occasion, featuring the Grand Mass of Formé, motets, resounding fanfares, and choirs for a grand musical celebration.
Suites à la mémoire d'un poète
Suites à la mémoire d'un poète
The timeless music of 17th-century theorbo master Robert de Visée still captivates audiences today, while enthusiasts like Thibaut Roussel delve into the mysteries of his life. Their performances transport listeners straight into the lively, elegant soirées of Louis XIV's court.
La Passion selon Saint Jean
Bach's St. John Passion, composed in 1724, is a grand and moving masterpiece that continues to captivate audiences with its profound humanity. To celebrate its 300th anniversary, the Royal Opera Orchestra, conducted by Gaétan Jarry, along with the prestigious Tölzer Knabenchor, renowned for its excellence in sacred music, will perform this magnificent work.
Charpentier : Messe de Minuit
While the Te Deum brought Charpentier fame, the Messe de Minuit fully showcases his genius, gracefully blending the sacred and the secular. Inspired by popular melodies, it captivates with its freshness, joy, and refinement. Gaétan Jarry and the ensemble Marguerite Louise bring out its fervour and the true spirit of Christmas.
Requiem pour Louis Ier d'Espagne
Requiem pour Louis Ier d'Espagne
New product!In 1725, José de Torres honoured Louis I with his Misa de difuntos, blending French influences with the richness of Spanish Baroque. Francisco Corselli’s Dies Irae completes this tribute to Philip V. Alberto Miguélez Rouco brings these rare works vividly back to life at the Royal Chapel of Versailles.
Purcell : Hail ! Bright Cecilia
Purcell : Hail ! Bright Cecilia
New product!With Hail! Bright Cecilia, Purcell honours the patron saint of music in a magnificent ode that epitomises the English Baroque. Composed in 1692, it captures the artistic vitality of seventeenth-century England. Vincent Dumestre and Le Poème Harmonique bring out its full expressive richness in a performance both vibrant and finely nuanced.
Le Clavecin de Louis XIV
This work evokes Louis XIV’s musical awakening to the harpsichord, in the company of the most celebrated musicians of his time. At that period, French harpsichord making was flourishing, notably thanks to Chambonnières, who published the first printed scores in 1670. This diverse repertoire reflects the richness of the Grand Siècle, beautifully brought to life by Brice Sailly’s performance.
Charpentier : Messe à 4 Chœurs · Cori Spezzati
Charpentier : Messe à 4 Chœurs · Cori Spezzati
Charpentier's Messe à quatre chœurs combines French tradition with Italian Baroque, creating a dynamic interplay between four ensembles. Jean-Baptiste Nicolas brings a performance that balances precision and emotion.
La Guitare de Louis XIV
More than just a dancer, Louis XIV was also a musician king. Influenced by his mother, he learned the lute and then the guitar, transforming this once-popular instrument into a symbol of royal refinement and a political tool to shape his image and promote cultural unity.
Guilain . Morel - Dédicaces
Jean Adam Guilain left behind majestic and melancholic suites, now seldom performed. These are heard here for the first time on the Great Organs of Versailles. Thomas Ospital and the Ensemble Saint-Honoré perform them with great finesse.
Clérambault - Te Deum - Histoire de la femme adultère
Clérambault - Te Deum - Histoire de la femme adultère
Clérambault brings new life to the oratorio with L'histoire de la femme adultère. A nocte temporis, under the direction of Reinoud Van Mechelen, delivers a striking performance. The Choeur de Chambre de Namur shines in a grand and majestic Te Deum.
Gala Plácido Domingo
Plácido Domingo, an opera legend for six decades, presents an exceptional Gala in Versailles, featuring masterpieces from the repertoire, with a particular focus on French music. He will be accompanied by the Royal Opera Orchestra and soprano Jennifer Rowley for an unforgettable evening.
Velluti - The Last Castrato
Giovanni Battista Velluti, the last great Italian castrato, left his mark on the 19th century with his powerful, agile voice. A master of vocal ornamentation, he had a lasting influence on lyrical style. Franco Fagioli pays him a dazzling tribute, accompanied by the Orchestre de l'Opéra Royal.
Charpentier - Missa Assumpta Est Maria
Charpentier - Missa Assumpta Est Maria
At the height of his artistry, Marc-Antoine Charpentier composed Assumpta est Maria around 1669, a mass that blends Italian influences with the French style. Combining devotion and virtuosity, it remains a masterpiece of Baroque sacred music. Gaétan Jarry and the Marguerite Louise ensemble deliver an expressive and solemn interpretation.
Apparatus musico-organisticus
Georg Muffat's Apparatus musico-organisticus, published in 1690, showcases his genius by blending European styles and exploring the baroque organ. Bernard Foccroulle brings out the splendour of the toccatas on a French organ, accompanied by Marie Rouquié for the Sonata a violino solo.
Boismortier - Les Quatre Saisons
Boismortier - Les Quatre Saisons
Under the direction of Chloé de Guillebon, the Orchestre de l'Opéra Royal de Versailles invites you into the refined world of Boismortier’s The Four Seasons, where poetry and music blend to evoke the elegance of court festivities and salons.
Messe & Hymnes
A pupil of Nicolas Lebègue, Nicolas de Grigny made his mark with his bold compositional style. His works, admired by Bach, are beautifully performed by Michel Bouvard and François Espinasse on the Grand Organ of the Royal Chapel.
Fauré - Requiem
The Orchestra and Choir of the Royal Opera pay tribute to Gabriel Fauré by performing his Requiem for the centenary of his death. Conducted by Victor Jacob, the work is presented in its original chamber orchestra version.
The Duty of the First Commandment
The Duty of the First Commandment
After a triumphant tour across Europe, Mozart, at just 10 years old, composes The Duty of the First Commandment. This libretto, highlighting virtue in the face of temptation, stands out for its impeccable vocal writing and intense orchestration. This rare work already reveals the talent of the young Austrian genius !
Monteverdi - Vespro Della Madonna
Monteverdi - Vespro Della Madonna
At the end of his life, Monteverdi gathered all of his works to guide musicians during religious services. This composer, who shaped sacred music for nearly a century, is now celebrated by Vincent Dumestre and Le Poème Harmonique, who have created a program for him that resonates like his musical testament.
La Naissance de Versailles
In 1607, Louis XIII discovered Versailles with his father, Henry IV, and began constructing a hunting lodge there in 1623. Jean-Baptiste Nicolas envisioned a religious ceremony to mark this occasion, featuring the Grand Mass of Formé, motets, resounding fanfares, and choirs for a grand musical celebration.
Suites à la mémoire d'un poète
Suites à la mémoire d'un poète
The timeless music of 17th-century theorbo master Robert de Visée still captivates audiences today, while enthusiasts like Thibaut Roussel delve into the mysteries of his life. Their performances transport listeners straight into the lively, elegant soirées of Louis XIV's court.
La Passion selon Saint Jean
Bach's St. John Passion, composed in 1724, is a grand and moving masterpiece that continues to captivate audiences with its profound humanity. To celebrate its 300th anniversary, the Royal Opera Orchestra, conducted by Gaétan Jarry, along with the prestigious Tölzer Knabenchor, renowned for its excellence in sacred music, will perform this magnificent work.
