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Camille Saint-Saëns | Carnival of the Animals - The Swan

Some people spend a lifetime figuring out why they are put on this earth.  Many are lost and confused about what they are doing here.  Sadness, fear, and feelings of being alone take over the hearts of many.  For those of us that have faith in our hearts, we need not feel afraid or alone.   There is one who exists who will not forsake you, leave you behind, or reject you if you truly seek to know and love him.  The One who exists is the Lord God.   I have written this album to show how much God is and will be a part of my life and the lives of all who have faith in Him.

Ballroom For Ghosts

The Gymnopédies, published in Paris starting in 1888, are three piano compositions written by French composer and pianist Erik Satie.

The melodies of the pieces use deliberate, but mild, dissonances against the harmony, producing a piquant, melancholy effect that matches the performance instructions, which are to play each piece "painfully", "sadly" or "gravely".

Audius Classical Music
https://audius.co/classicalmusic

Best of Satie
https://music.apple.com/gb/album/gymnopedie-no-1-single/847714522

Satie on Spotify
https://open.spotify.com/album/0vzKMInu4PzU2Qyi6NgmRK

Satie Album on Amazon
https://www.amazon.com/Erik-Satie-Essential-Collection/dp/B00J0LBFIG/

Erik Satie - The Essential Collection

Classical Music - The Essential Collection

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Erik Satie - Gymnopédie No.1

Famous piano piece written by Claude Debussy (1862 - 1918)

Arabesque No. 1. Andantino con moto is the first of the "Two Arabesques"  (Deux arabesques) composed by Debussy when he was still in his twenties.

Recorded in 2001 by Fiona Bechmann

Debussy - Arabesque

CLASSICAL MUSIC For Studying #1 STUDY MUSIC Playlist Calming Soothing Calm Classic Piano Study

Nuit d'etoiles - Claude Debussy

   WaVeS Of SuMuD by AmmaR IbRaHiM is a symphonic tribute to the Global Sumud Flotilla  a historic mission of solidarity and resistance sailing for freedom. Through powerful melodies, cinematic rhythms, and timeless orchestration, this album carries the voices of resilience across the seas.Every note echoes the spirit of steadfastness (Sumud), blending sorrow and hope, pain and courage, silence and song. These compositions are not only music, but memory honoring a journey that will live forever in the conscience of humanity.

This is more than an album.
It is A Journey With the Global Sumud Flotilla.

MY SoLiDaRiTY   
AmmaR IbRaHiM




ThE JouRNeY-A(WaVeS Of SuMuD)-2

Study for Player Piano (i)

Classical Favoriyes

Pavane pour une infante défunte, M. 19

Pavane for a dead princess

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…

Source:

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

Retailers:

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

Tidal

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.

Clair de Lune

Clair de Lune - Debussy

The famous piano collection: Kinderszenen (Scenes of Childhood), Op. 15: No. 7 in F Major,Traumerei (Dreaming)by Robert Schumann
Schumann wrote 30 movements for this work but chose 13 for the final version, Träumerei, is one of Schumann's best known pieces for piano.

Kinderszenen, Op. 15: No. 7 in F Major. Traumerei by Robert Schumann

Somewhere In Between

LONG Playlist of Relaxing Soft Piano Music to Sleep and Study

I produced this track using midi and EW Gold Pianos in order to perfection the performance as I imagine it.

Franz Liszt - Liebestraum - Love Dream

Emile Pandolfi - So This Is Love

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