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Rameau and his work
Birth of Alexandre, Rameau's second son; baptised the following day in the presence of his illustrious godparents.
Les Fêtes d'Hébé performed at Versailles, Concert de la Reine, 14 and 19 March.
Dardanus (première version) given at Versailles, Concert de la Reine, 25, 27 and 30 April.
Les Indes galantes performed at Versailles, Concert de la Reine, 2 and 4 May.
Première of Arlequin Dardanus, a parody by Favart of Rameau's Dardanus.
Rameau and his period
Birth of Paisiello in Roccaforzata.
Bach commences work on Die Kunst der Fuge.
Retirement of the dancer Marie Sallé.
Birth of the Marquis de Sade in Paris.