2: The 1680s
By the 1680s Charpentier was firmly established as a successful composer in the French theatre. Although illness robbed him of the chance of an appointment at court it did not stop him from furthering his career by writing music for the funeral services following the death of the Infanta of Spain and Queen of France,
Maria Theresa. Presented by Donald Macleod. Theatre music for Andromede
London Baroque, director Charles Medlam Dialogue between Magdalene and Jesus Concerto Vocale, director Rene Jacobs Sonata in 8 parts (excerpts)
London Baroque, director Charles Mediam De Profundis Gent Madrigal Choir,
Cantabile Gent, Musica Polyphonica , conductor Louis Devos
Les Plaisirs de Versailles (excerpt)
Sophie Daneman (soprano),
Katalin Karolyi (mezzo), Francois Piolino (tenor), Jean-Francois Gardeil (baritone), Les Arts Florissants, director William Christie