Composer

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Erik Satie

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Compose Date

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1912

Average_duration

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0:45

'Prélude canin' is a short piano piece composed by Erik Satie in 1912. It was premiered on May 5, 1912, at the Salle Pleyel in Paris, France. The piece is part of Satie's collection of humorous and whimsical compositions, which he called 'Morceaux en forme de poire' (Pieces in the shape of a pear). 'Prélude canin' is a single-movement piece that lasts for approximately one minute. The piece is characterized by its playful and lighthearted nature, which is typical of Satie's style. The piece is written in the key of C major and has a simple, repetitive melody that is played throughout the piece. The title of the piece, 'Prélude canin,' translates to 'Dog Prelude' in English. The piece is inspired by Satie's love for dogs, and it is said that he often had his pet dog, a white poodle named Fifi, with him while he composed. The piece is meant to evoke the playful and energetic nature of dogs, and it does so through its lively and upbeat melody. 'Prélude canin' is a relatively simple piece, both in terms of its melody and its structure. However, it is a charming and delightful composition that showcases Satie's unique style and sense of humor. The piece is often performed as an encore or as part of a larger Satie program, and it remains a popular and beloved work in the piano repertoire.

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