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A much-admired genre of folk art

It is in many ways impressive

humor and entertainment

" he declares in his preface

Jean-Philippe Rameau A much-admired genre of folkThe definitive biography and critical study of Jean Philippe Rameau (16831764), this volume deals at length not only with the composer's musical achievements but also with aspects of his life and work that made him one of the most important cultural figures in eighteenth century France. Fascinating incidents include his central position in a musical controversy that excited the enmity of Rousseau, Diderot, and the Encyclopedists; his friendship and

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