Best of Satie

Gymnopedie N.2

Apple Music

Gnossienne N.3

Napster

Gymnopedie N.1

Spotify

Sarabande N.3

Amazon

Classical cover of George Frideric Handel - Sarabande Suite No 4 In D Minor HMV 437 (Chamber) 
- performed by Virtuell Chamber Muzik

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George Frideric Handel - Sarabande Suite No 4 In D Minor HMV 437 (Chamber)

Truman Sleep composed by Philip Glass in 1998 for the movie The Truman Show.

Live video: http://youtu.be/h_H_JQgM-tI

The instrument is a Clavia Nord Stage 2 using a sample Steinway Model D grand piano, a simulated Vox organ, and sampled Eminent strings.

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Philip Glass - Truman Sleeps (The Truman Show) [piano + Vox + Eminent]

Improvising freely on my piano again. This one is pretty bright and light. I just came back from a wonderful weekend full of music, nice company and relaxation next to the sea. Please enjoy, share and don't forget to like. 

Improvisation_280525_Lighting Up

watch: https://youtu.be/cqKegH4ZFRk?si=q9FK4gu-KPmxVCHm

Justin Timberlake’s Until the end of time

From a recent concert; strings and harp only.

Gustav Mahler: Adagietto from Symphony #5

Ballet/Classical/Dance/Symphony Orchestra



SAINT-SAËNS: Aquarium from "Carnival of The Animals"

Gorzow Philharmonic Orchestra performing live the 7th Symphony by Beethoven under Piotr Borkowski conducting. September 2011.

L. van Beethoven - 7th Symphony 2nd mov.

Erik Satie (1866–1925)
Erik Satie was a French composer and pianist, renowned for his unconventional and often humorous approach to music, which was ahead of its time and played a pivotal role in the development of modern music. Born on May 17, 1866, in Honfleur, France, Satie’s work was marked by a distinctive simplicity, originality, and wit, often challenging traditional forms and musical expectations.

Satie’s compositions are characterized by their minimalist, repetitive structures, unconventional harmonies, and unexpected juxtapositions of moods. His best-known works, such as Gymnopédies, Gnossiennes, and Trois morceaux en forme de poire, are celebrated for their introspective atmosphere, gentle rhythms, and subtle, evocative textures. These pieces, particularly the Gymnopédies, are considered some of the earliest examples of Impressionism in music, and they influenced not only the composers of his time, including Claude Debussy, but also the development of later movements such as minimalism and ambient music.

Beyond his music, Satie was a colorful and eccentric figure, known for his distinctive personality and his willingness to break with tradition. His work often reflected his unconventional philosophy of life, and he frequently infused his music with humor, surrealism, and even absurdity. He coined terms like "furniture music" to describe his experimental, ambient-style compositions, which anticipated the avant-garde developments of the 20th century.

Satie was a key figure in the French avant-garde movement and collaborated with notable artists, including Jean Cocteau and Pablo Picasso. Although he struggled financially and was often overlooked during his lifetime, his influence grew posthumously, and today he is regarded as one of the most innovative and idiosyncratic composers of the early 20th century.

The Erik Satie profile on SoundCloud is dedicated to showcasing his timeless compositions, offering a variety of interpretations of his works. From the iconic piano solos to orchestral arrangements, this profile brings Satie’s unique musical vision to life, allowing listeners to experience the subtle beauty, humor, and innovation that define his legacy.precursor to later artistic movements such as minimalism, repetitive music, and the Theatre of the Absurd.

Gymnopedie N.1

Erik Satie

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