The music tells the dramatic life story of the “Maid of Orléans” – from her early visions to her courageous deeds during the Hundred Years’ War and her tragic end. As a young woman, Jeanne spoke of heavenly visions that inspired her to aid France. In 1429, she led the French troops to victory at Orléans, riding fearlessly at the front despite being wounded, and cleared the way for Charles VII’s coronation in Reims. Political intrigue and military setbacks diminished her influence. In 1430, she w...