Tag Archives: Francia del Seicento

François Couperin: Pièces De Violes Suite N.2

Posted on June 13, 2021 by kethuprofumo

Esteemed Readers, today we are listening to string music by our genius François Couperin. I offer you his Second Suite for Viola (1726). Might it be pleasant environment for these pretty summer days. Vive le Roy! 🙂 PS. Painting by … Continue reading →

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La Gazette 1633: Historical News Today

Posted on May 31, 2021 by kethuprofumo

Esteemed Readers, no matter intense battles, the air of peace has appeared in our historical tidings. Indeed, the life goes on while the Thirty Year’s War (1618-1648) is moving to so desired Pax…It is 1633 yet & only negotiations are … Continue reading →

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François Couperin: Leçons de ténèbres

Posted on April 17, 2021 by kethuprofumo

François Couperin has composed plenty of wonderful sacral works. “Leçons de ténèbres/Tenebrae Readings for Holy Wednesday” (1714) is one them. The set consists of three substantial pieces based on the Old Testament Book of Lamentation. Today, Esteemed Readers, I present … Continue reading →

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Louis XIV Asks Riddles III

Posted on March 24, 2021 by kethuprofumo

  Esteemed Readers, no matter something weird happening with WordPress, we go on our riddles. This time I have prepared for you one connected with pleasure & medicine. 🙂 Good luck & happy spring! “Sweet scent of our breath love … Continue reading →

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La Gazette 1633: Historical News Today

Posted on February 28, 2021 by kethuprofumo

Esteemed Readers, here are some breaking news from far lands. At last! (To new followers I remind that we are in 1633, while the Thirty Years’ War goes on). Due to huge problems with communications & distance these tidings have … Continue reading →

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Louis XIV Asks Riddles II

Posted on February 23, 2021 by kethuprofumo

Esteemed Readers, I hope that this pretty riddle of the 17th century perfect for frosty weather worldwide will warm you up no matter its sense. Good luck! “I’m water but not liquid. I’m a humid powder formed by Jupiter. However … Continue reading →

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La Gazette 1633: Historical News Today

Posted on January 31, 2021 by kethuprofumo

Esteemed Readers, Happy 1633! The Thirty Years’ War continues & the tension between countries has been growing. A cruel unexpected death of the Swedish King Gustavus Adolphus happened at the Battle of Luzen (6 November 1632) changed the mood of … Continue reading →

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Louis XIV Asks a Christmas Riddle

Posted on December 23, 2020 by kethuprofumo

Esteemed Readers, ho-ho-ho! It’s time for the roasted turkey, “Jingle bells”, some champagne, a panetone as well as for a good ancient riddle to make the environment so festive. The present one is connected with Christmas, with its classic way … Continue reading →

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Louis XIV Asks Riddles VII

Posted on July 26, 2020 by kethuprofumo

Esteemed Readers, today I present you a fragile & light riddle. Returning back to the ordinary life (I wish the same to all of you who are still locked down), should happen slowly. 🙂 So, I hope that it will … Continue reading →

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Jean-Baptiste Lully: Amadis

Posted on July 11, 2020 by kethuprofumo

“Amadis” is a music tragedy by Jean-Baptiste Lully based on a famous chivalric novel by Garci Rodrigez de Montalvo named “Amadis de Gaula”. It was staged for the first time in January 1684 . It was the first music tragedy … Continue reading →

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