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Erik Satie - Gymnopédies et Gnossiennes - Binaural 3D Sound - Music Therapy

Erik Satie - Gnossiene No. 5 - Binaural 3D Sound - Music Therapy

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Erik Satie - Gymnopédie - 2. Lent et triste - Binaural 3D Sound - Music Therapy

Napster

Erik Satie - Gnossiene No. 7 - Binaural 3D Sound - Music Therapy

Tidal

Erik Satie - Gymnopédies - 3. Lent et grave - Binaural 3D Sound - Music Therapy

Erik Satie - Gnossiene No. 4 - Binaural 3D Sound - Music Therapy

Perfect music for resetting your life balance, stress levels and general wellbeing.

Piece written for solo piano by Claude Debussy in 1909-1910. The title "La fille aux cheveux de lin" translates roughly to "The girl with the flaxen hair"

Performed by Fiona Bechmann in October 2021

Debussy - The girl with the flaxen hair (La fille aux cheveux de lin)

The Waltz in D-flat major, Op. 64, No. 1, popularly known as the Minute Waltz, is a piano waltz composed by Frédéric Chopin. It is dedicated to the Countess Delfina Potocka.

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Best of Chopin
https://us.napster.com/artist/frederic-chopin/album/chopin-the-essential-collection

Chopin Compilation
https://listen.tidal.com/album/30344018

Frederic Chopin
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Best of Chopin Playlist
https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_k3UamhvL2pVn3hfE7JS9dj-uWbv0ikr_o

Chopin - The Essential Collection

Minute Waltz

Deezer

The Prelude Op. 28, No. 15, by Frédéric Chopin, known as the "Raindrop" prelude, is one of the 24 Chopin preludes. 

Usually lasting between five and seven minutes, this is the longest of the preludes. The prelude is noted for its repeating A-flat, which appears throughout the piece and sounds like raindrops to many listeners.

Chopin on Spotify
https://open.spotify.com/album/5RFPR9xUOAHPoTvuLMwqpC

Chopin Amazon
https://www.amazon.com/Chopin-Essential-Collection-Fr%C3%A9d%C3%A9ric/dp/B00KNTJ8YC/

Best of Chopin
https://us.napster.com/artist/frederic-chopin/album/chopin-the-essential-collection

Chopin Compilation
https://listen.tidal.com/album/30344018

Frederic Chopin
https://www.deezer.com/us/album/7857432

Best of Chopin Playlist
https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_k3UamhvL2pVn3hfE7JS9dj-uWbv0ikr_o

Raindrop Prélude

The Nocturnes, Op. 9 are a set of three nocturnes written by Frédéric Chopin between 1830 and 1832, published that year, and dedicated to Madame Camille Pleyel. The second nocturne of the work is widely regarded as Chopin's most famous piece, and is regularly featured in films, television programs and video games.

Chopin on Spotify
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Chopin Amazon
https://www.amazon.com/Chopin-Essential-Collection-Fr%C3%A9d%C3%A9ric/dp/B00KNTJ8YC/

Best of Chopin
https://us.napster.com/artist/frederic-chopin/album/chopin-the-essential-collection

Chopin Compilation
https://listen.tidal.com/album/30344018

Frederic Chopin
https://www.deezer.com/us/album/7857432

Best of Chopin Playlist
https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_k3UamhvL2pVn3hfE7JS9dj-uWbv0ikr_o

Nocturne Op.9 - No.2

Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky - Suite From The Nutcracker. Pas de deux

Gymnopédie no.1 - Erik Satie

Schubert's Fantasy in F minor for Piano Four Hands, D940

Written in 1890, Debussy's Reverie was one of his first solo piano works to make an impact. Even at this early stage in his career, when he was still working out what kind of composer he wanted to be (he was apparently a fervent debater when it came to Wagnerism), it's clear to see traits of that signature Debussy sound.

However, the young Debussy had not quite developed the style and tricks that would earmark him as one of his generation's most notable talents. There are no fireworks here, no sudden explosions in texture that would come to characterise his later works - this is more of a meditation, the perfect precursor to exploring those later works.

The gently repetitive theme that opens the work feels like a descent into sleepy dream-world (as the title suggests), and as the textures become ever richer the dreams only become more lush and addictive. A fantastic early sign that this Debussy fellow was one to watch…

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ClassicFM
http://www.classicfm.com/composers/debussy/music/debussy-reverie/

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Debussy Amazon
https://www.amazon.com/Claude-Debussy-Essential-Collection/dp/B00I6CEZQO/

Debussy Spotify
https://open.spotify.com/album/0Mmayh49XRWTXp53uf3jtF

Best of Debussy iTunes
https://music.apple.com/gb/album/claude-debussy-the-essential-collection/819582576

Debussy Compilation
https://listen.tidal.com/album/26275698

Claude Debussy
https://www.deezer.com/us/album/7429526

Best of Debussy Playlist
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eXtAfPp-70I&t=76s

Napster
https://us.napster.com/artist/claude-debussy/album/claude-debussy-the-essential-collection

Tidal
https://listen.tidal.com/album/26275698

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Claude Debussy - The Essential Collection

Rêverie, L.68

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A delightful collection of Claude Debussy's most notable works.

Debussy Amazon
https://www.amazon.com/Claude-Debussy-Essential-Collection/dp/B00I6CEZQO/

Debussy Spotify
https://open.spotify.com/album/0Mmayh49XRWTXp53uf3jtF

Best of Debussy iTunes
https://music.apple.com/gb/album/claude-debussy-the-essential-collection/819582576

Debussy Compilation
https://listen.tidal.com/album/26275698

Claude Debussy
https://www.deezer.com/us/album/7429526

Best of Debussy Playlist
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eXtAfPp-70I&t=76s

Apple Music

Suite bergamsque, L. 75: II. Menuet

Suite bergamsque, L. 75: IV. Passepied

A delightful collection of Claude Debussy's most notable works.

Debussy Amazon
https://www.amazon.com/Claude-Debussy-Essential-Collection/dp/B00I6CEZQO/

Debussy Spotify
https://open.spotify.com/album/0Mmayh49XRWTXp53uf3jtF

Best of Debussy iTunes
https://music.apple.com/gb/album/claude-debussy-the-essential-collection/819582576

Debussy Compilation
https://listen.tidal.com/album/26275698

Claude Debussy
https://www.deezer.com/us/album/7429526

Best of Debussy Playlist
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eXtAfPp-70I&t=76s

Suite bergamsque, L. 75: I. Prélude

The Two Arabesques (Deux arabesques), L. 66, is a pair of arabesques composed for piano by Claude Debussy when he was still in his twenties, between the years 1888 and 1891.

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Debussy Amazon
https://www.amazon.com/Claude-Debussy-Essential-Collection/dp/B00I6CEZQO/

Debussy Spotify
https://open.spotify.com/album/0Mmayh49XRWTXp53uf3jtF

Best of Debussy iTunes
https://music.apple.com/gb/album/claude-debussy-the-essential-collection/819582576

Debussy Compilation
https://listen.tidal.com/album/26275698

Claude Debussy
https://www.deezer.com/us/album/7429526

Best of Debussy Playlist
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eXtAfPp-70I&t=76s

Napster
https://us.napster.com/artist/claude-debussy/album/claude-debussy-the-essential-collection

Tidal
https://listen.tidal.com/album/26275698

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Deux Arabesques, L.66: Deuxième Arabesque

ITunes

Arabesques L.66 - No.2 G Allegretto scherzando

Claude Debussy’s Clair de Lune is the third movement of his Suite Bergamasque, written for solo piano and completed in 1905. The title, meaning “Moonlight,” is inspired by Paul Verlaine’s poem, evoking a serene and reflective atmosphere. The piece epitomizes French Impressionism, focusing on mood and imagery over traditional form.
Structure and Atmosphere

The piece is in ternary form (ABA):

    Opening (A):
    A soft, flowing melody emerges over delicate arpeggios. The music feels weightless, like moonlight shimmering on water. Debussy uses rich harmonies and seventh chords to create a dreamlike quality, with a tender, introspective mood.

    Middle Section (B):
    The dynamics intensify, with fuller textures and soaring melodic lines. This section brings a sense of emotional depth and urgency, contrasting with the calm opening. Arpeggios cascade dramatically, giving the impression of moonlight suddenly brightening or revealing hidden beauty.

    Closing (A):
    The opening material returns, slightly varied, fading into a gentle, whisper-like conclusion. The piece ends as quietly as it began, leaving a sense of stillness and wonder.

Musical Features

    Harmonics: Debussy’s use of whole-tone scales, parallel chords, and non-functional harmony creates a suspended, ethereal soundscape.
    Melody: The lyrical melody floats effortlessly above the accompaniment, expressing both simplicity and emotional depth.
    Texture: Light, transparent textures alternate with moments of lush, resonant fullness, embodying the interplay of light and shadow.

Mood and Interpretation

Clair de Lune evokes the quiet magic of a moonlit night, combining serenity with subtle melancholy. Its poetic quality invites listeners to imagine moonlight reflecting on a calm lake, whispering through trees, or illuminating a tranquil landscape. The music feels timeless, blending stillness with fleeting moments of intensity.

Cultural Impact

This iconic piece has been widely used in films (Ocean’s Eleven, Twilight) and pop culture, often accompanying scenes of romance, nostalgia, or quiet reflection. Its universal appeal lies in its ability to evoke deep emotion while remaining understated.
Performance Notes

Expressive dynamics, fluid phrasing, and careful pedaling are essential to capturing its delicate atmosphere. A balance between freedom and control ensures its dreamlike flow remains intact.

Clair de Lune is a masterpiece of impressionistic music, celebrated for its ability to transport listeners into a realm of quiet beauty and introspection.

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