Composer

:

Erik Satie

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Vocal Music

Compose Date

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1920

Average_duration

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3:07

Movement_count

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4

Movement ....

Erik Satie's 'Petites mélodies (4)' is a collection of four short songs composed for voice and piano. The work was composed in 1913 and premiered the same year in Paris. The four movements are titled 'La statue de bronze', 'Daphénéo', 'Le chapelier' and 'Je te veux'. The first movement, 'La statue de bronze', is a melancholic song that tells the story of a bronze statue that has been abandoned and forgotten. The music is slow and mournful, with a simple piano accompaniment that emphasizes the sadness of the lyrics. 'Daphénéo', the second movement, is a playful and lighthearted song that tells the story of a mischievous boy who loves to play pranks. The music is upbeat and energetic, with a bouncy piano accompaniment that captures the playful spirit of the lyrics. The third movement, 'Le chapelier', is a humorous song that tells the story of a mad hatter who has lost his mind. The music is fast and frenzied, with a jumpy piano accompaniment that captures the madness of the lyrics. The final movement, 'Je te veux', is a romantic song that expresses the longing of a lover for their beloved. The music is slow and tender, with a gentle piano accompaniment that emphasizes the sweetness of the lyrics. Overall, 'Petites mélodies (4)' is a charming and varied collection of songs that showcases Satie's versatility as a composer. The work is characterized by its simple melodies, sparse harmonies, and understated piano accompaniments, which allow the beauty of the lyrics to shine through.

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