Moulinié was an innovator in music, publishing the first French work with a separate continuo part in 1658, his "Meslanges de sujets chrétiens."
Composition History
Moulinié composed a political satire in the form of a drinking song, "Amis enivrons-nous," commenting on Gaston d'Orléans's feigned foxhunt to reconcile with the King.
Composer Biography
Estienne Moulinié, the composer on this album, was entrusted to the Narbonne Cathedral chapter at age four, where he trained for sixteen years in singing and instruments.
Composer's Artistic Vision
A key aspect of Moulinié's art was his ability to imitate different genres and compose in various styles, including Spanish, Neapolitan, and Occitan, influenced by his travels with Gaston d'Orléans.
Historical Context
The first half of the 17th century in France, from 1610 to 1654, was a period of great unrest, marked by regencies, religious agitation, war, and popular revolts due to increased taxes and rising costs.
Composer Biography
Estienne Moulinié's career was tied to Gaston d'Orléans, brother of King Louis XIII, a figure known for his political intrigues and revolts, which often forced Moulinié to travel with him.
Compositional Technique
The "Air du juif errant" by Moulinié is a comical parody set to a "galimatias" (nonsense text) mixing Latin, English, French, German, Arabic, Italian, and Flemish.
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