To recount the unique odyssey of Les Arts Florissants and celebrate the 40th anniversary of the vocal and musical ensemble created by William Christie, the Revue des Deux Mondes has assembled a special issue featuring its fellow travelers, friends, witnesses and a few surprises: Erik Orsenna, Bernard Cazeneuve, Fabienne Verdier, Robert Carsen, Alain Duault, Laurent Bayle... Historians, experts and enthusiasts tell the story of Baroque art and its influences, as well as the transmission of this exceptional heritage to young musicians.