Jullien Collection

Jullien at Covent Garden
Jullien conducts a concert at Covent Garden Theatre, featuring not only his own concert orchestra but no less than four military bands !

Jullien / Cruikshank / 1852
LOUIS-ANTOINE JULLIEN Satire on the popularity of the French musician and the concerts which he conducted in Britain from 1840 to 1859

Music sheet cover for Queen of the May Quadrille
Music sheet cover for the Queen of the May Quadrille, composed by the French conductor Louis Antoine Jullien (1812-1860), and dedicated to Mrs Robert Arkwright (the actress Frances Crawford Kemble)

Music cover, The Brighton Season Quadrilles, composed by A M'Carroll, dedicated to Jullien, showing a Statue of George IV and the Royal Pavilion, Brighton, Sussex Date: circa 1841

Music cover, The Masaniello Quadrille, by Jullien Date: 19th century

The Concert Monstre at the Surrey Zoological Gardens (engraving)
611119 The Concert Monstre at the Surrey Zoological Gardens (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Concert Monstre at the Surrey Zoological Gardens)

The Fourth Polka by Jullien (engraving)
1101187 The Fourth Polka by Jullien (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Fourth Polka by Jullien)

The Douro Polka (engraving)
583735 The Douro Polka (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Douro Polka.); Look and Learn / Peter Jackson Collection; English, out of copyright

The Queen of the May Quadrille (colour litho)
729770 The Queen of the May Quadrille (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Queen of the May Quadrille)

Sackville Street, Dublin, Ireland (litho)
5235424 Sackville Street, Dublin, Ireland (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sackville Street, Dublin, Ireland)

The Standard Bearer Quadrille: Victorian sheet music cover (colour litho)
5235828 The Standard Bearer Quadrille: Victorian sheet music cover (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Standard Bearer Quadrille)

Music cover (detail), The Pantomime Quadrille, performed at Julliens Promenade Concerts, Theatre Royal, Drury Lane, London. circa 1849

Music cover, The Pantomime Quadrille, performed at Julliens Promenade Concerts, Theatre Royal, Drury Lane, London. Including music for Girls and Boys Come Out to Play

Louis Antoine Julien (Jullien), 1812-1860 (engraving)
3632844 Louis Antoine Julien (Jullien), 1812-1860 (engraving) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Louis Antoine Julien (Jullien), 1812-1860

The Caroline Polka (colour litho)
3638969 The Caroline Polka (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Caroline Polka)

Julliens Chimes Quadrilles, by Louis-Antoine Jullien
Promotional music sheet for Julliens Chimes Quadrilles, by the famous French composer and conductor Louis-Antoine Jullien. The poster shows happy-looking couples enjoying the dancing. Date: circa 1845

Julliens American Polka (colour litho)
5238584 Julliens American Polka (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Julliens American Polka)

The Masaniello Quadrille (colour litho)
729767 The Masaniello Quadrille (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Masaniello Quadrille. Music cover)

Julliens Concert Orchestra and Four Military Bands, at Covent Garden Theatre (engraving)
1617415 Julliens Concert Orchestra and Four Military Bands, at Covent Garden Theatre (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Hymn of Universal Harmony (engraving)
1619562 Hymn of Universal Harmony (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hymn of Universal Harmony)

Julliens concert orchestra and four military bands at Covent Garden Theatre (engraving)
604246 Julliens concert orchestra and four military bands at Covent Garden Theatre (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Olga (colour litho)
730450 Olga (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Olga. Music cover.); Look and Learn / Valerie Jackson Harris Collection; English, out of copyright

Performing Arts (engraving)
1100880 Performing Arts (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Performing Arts. Illustration for The Illustrated London News)

Julliens Promenade Concert, at Covent Garden Theatre, 1845. Creator: Unknown
Julliens Promenade Concert, at Covent Garden Theatre, 1845. Musical performance in London, conducted by French musician and composer Louis Antoine Jullien:as a conductor of symphonies and overtures

Moses on Sinai (Le tables de Loi judaique), 1773. Creator: Simon Julien
Moses on Sinai (Le tables de Loi judaique), 1773

M. elle Carlotta Grisi and M. Perrot in the Polka, at Her Majestys Theatre, 1844
M.elle Carlotta Grisi and M. Perrot in the Polka, at Her Majestys Theatre, 1844. Sheet music composed by Louis-Antoine Jullien, with illustrations of dancers Carlotta Grisi and Jules Perrot

M Jullien Orchestra Camille Silvy French 1834
M. Julliens Orchestra; Camille Silvy (French, 1834 - 1910); England; 1864; Albumen silver print

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Music cover, Wildflowers Waltz by Jullien, composed and dedicated to the lady patronesses of the authors grand Yorkshire ball. circa 1850s

Jullien / Pound / Mayall
LOUIS-ANTOINE JULLIEN French musician who conducted highly popular concerts in Britain from 1840 to 1859 Date: 1812 - 1860

JULLIEN / ILN / 1843
LOUIS-ANTOINE JULLIEN French musician who conducted highly popular concerts in Britain from 1840 to 1859 Date: 1812 - 1860

Sieglinde and Siegmund, scene from Wagners opera The Valkyrie, 1887
XJF441941 Sieglinde and Siegmund, scene from Wagners opera The Valkyrie, 1887 (litho) by Fantin-Latour, Ignace Henri Jean (1836-1904); Private Collection; (add.info)

Julliens Concert Orchestra and Four Military Bands, at Covent Garden Theatre
XJF138660 Julliens Concert Orchestra and Four Military Bands, at Covent Garden Theatre (engraving) (b/w photo) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

LOUIS JULLIEN (1812-1860). Louis Antoine Jullien. French conductor and composer. Wood engraving, American, 1853

LOUIS JULLIEN (1812-1860). Louis Antoine Jullien, French conductor and composer, conducting a concert in London. Wood engraving, English, 1843

LONDON: COVENT GARDEN. Crowds attending a promenade concert conducted by Louis Antoine Jullien at the Covent Garden Theater, London, England. Wood engraving, English, 1845

LONDON: ORCHESTRA, 1846. Julliens Concert Orchestra and four military bands at Covent Garden Theater, London, England. Wood engraving, English, 1846

Two views of an airship shaped like a long tube with a pointed nose, propellers on the side and a rudder, resembling an 1850 design proposed by Pierre Jullien, a French clock maker from Villejuif

Jullien Covent Garden Concert, 1855
Louis Antoine Julliens performance of the Allied Armies Quadrille at the promenade concert at the Covent Garden Opera House, 1855

Music cover for The Queen and Prince Alberts Polka, by Louis Antoine Jullien (1812-1860). Victoria and Albert are depicted early in their marriage, turned towards the viewer as they dance the polka

Music cover for Julliens American Polka (part of Louis Antoine Julliens Celebrated Polkas series), based on popular American melodies and dedicated to Mr Thompson of Glasgow

Music cover for The Varsovien Mazurka
Music cover for The Varsovien (or Varsovian) Mazurka, composed by Louis Antoine Jullien (1812-1860), and dedicated to Monsieur Paris of Manchester

Music sheet cover for Danseuses Viennoises
Music sheet cover for the Danseuses Viennoises (Viennese Dancers), No.3 Pas des Moissonneurs (Harvesters Dance or Harvest Fete), with music by Max Maretzek (1821-1897)

Julliens Chimes Quadrilles, music sheet
Cover design for a music sheet containing the French conductor Louis Antoine Julliens Chimes Quadrilles, building on the success of Charles Dickens second Christmas book, The Chimes

MAZURKA
Two couples dance the mazurka to music by Jullien

Military / Drum Polka
A military drummer boy in a rather imaginative- looking uniform

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Jullien, a prominent figure in the music industry during the 19th century, left an indelible mark on Covent Garden. Known for his innovative compositions and captivating performances, Jullien's influence extended far beyond the stage. One of his notable achievements was the creation of the "Queen of the May Quadrille" music sheet cover. This enchanting piece showcased Jullien's ability to capture the essence of springtime festivities through musical notes. The vibrant colors and intricate details transported listeners to a world filled with joy and celebration. In collaboration with renowned artist Cruikshank in 1852, Jullien created another masterpiece - "The Brighton Season Quadrilles. " This composition perfectly encapsulated the lively atmosphere of one of England's most popular seaside destinations during that era. The music cover itself became a work of art, reflecting both Jullien's talent as a composer and Cruikshank's artistic prowess. Jullien continued to captivate audiences with his compositions such as "The Masaniello Quadrille, " which evoked images of passion and drama through its melodic arrangement. His ability to convey emotions through music was unparalleled. Notably, Jullien organized "The Concert Monstre" at Surrey Zoological Gardens, leaving an everlasting impression on all who attended. An engraving captured this grand event, showcasing musicians from various backgrounds coming together under Jullien's direction to create an unforgettable experience for their audience. "The Fourth Polka by Jullien" and "The Douro Polka, " both depicted in engravings, demonstrated his versatility as a composer across different genres. These lively pieces were sure to get people dancing wherever they were performed. Beyond London, even Sackville Street in Dublin felt the impact of Jullien's musical genius. A lithograph immortalized this connection between Ireland and this influential musician; it serves as evidence that his reach extended far beyond national borders.