Giambattista Lulli
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Definition
- Proper noun:
- A historical figure: Giambattista Lulli refers to a French composer of Italian birth. He is noted for being the court composer to King Louis XIV of France and for establishing French national opera.
Usage Examples
- Proper noun:
- The music of Giambattista Lulli defined the French Baroque style.
- Giambattista Lulli was instrumental in developing the tragédie en musique.
Advanced Usage
- As a subject of historical or musical study: The name is used in academic contexts discussing the history of opera or French court music.
- The influence of Giambattista Lulli extended well beyond his lifetime.
Variants and Related Words
- Jean-Baptiste Lully: This is the French version of his name, which he adopted after moving to France and is the more commonly used form in music history.
- Jean-Baptiste Lully's operas were spectacular productions for the court of Louis XIV.
Synonyms
- Composer: A person who writes music, especially as a professional occupation.
- Musician: A person who plays a musical instrument or is otherwise involved in music.
Related Phrases
- Court composer: A musician employed to compose music for a royal or noble court.
- As court composer, Giambattista Lulli had significant influence over French musical taste.
Related Idioms
Noun
- French composer (born in Italy) who was the court composer to Louis XIV and founded the national French opera (1632-1687)