Composer

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Erik Satie

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Compose Date

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1912

Average_duration

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3:01

Movement_count

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3

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Erik Satie's 'Véritables préludes flasques pour un chien' (True Flabby Preludes for a Dog) is a set of three piano pieces composed in 1912. The work was premiered on May 15, 1913, at the Salle Gaveau in Paris, with Satie himself playing the piano. The three movements of the work are titled 'Sévère réprimande' (Severe Reproof), 'Idylle cynique' (Cynical Idyll), and 'Chanson canine' (Canine Song). Each movement is characterized by Satie's signature dry humor and irreverence, as well as his use of unconventional musical techniques. 'Sévère réprimande' is a short, staccato piece that features abrupt pauses and unexpected silences. The title translates to "severe reprimand," and the music seems to reflect this with its sharp, biting tone. 'Idylle cynique' is a slower, more lyrical piece that features a meandering melody and a dreamy, impressionistic atmosphere. The title translates to "cynical idyll," and the music seems to reflect this with its wistful, melancholic tone. 'Chanson canine' is a playful, jaunty piece that features a bouncy, syncopated rhythm and a catchy melody. The title translates to "canine song," and the music seems to reflect this with its lighthearted, whimsical tone. Overall, 'Véritables préludes flasques pour un chien' is a prime example of Satie's unique musical style, which was characterized by his rejection of traditional musical forms and his embrace of humor, irony, and absurdity. The work is a testament to Satie's ability to create music that is both playful and profound, and it remains a beloved piece in the piano repertoire to this day.

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