Une synthèse réussie pour un grand public : Les musiciens et le pouvoir en France. De Lully à Boulez par Maryvonne de Saint Pulgent, Paris, Gallimard, 2025, 534 pages

Key Points

• The aim is to explore the relationships between musicians and power in France from Lully to Boulez.
• Literary synthesis of historical and theoretical perspectives on music and power.
• Incorporation of diverse sources, including theoretical analyses and musical practices.
• Identifies key musicians who influenced power dynamics in France.
• Highlights the evolution of music's role in shaping cultural and political landscapes.