Composer

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Erik Satie

Genre

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Keyboard

Style

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Sarabande

Compose Date

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1887

Average_duration

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14:44

Movement_count

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3

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Erik Satie's "Sarabandes (3)" is a set of three solo piano pieces composed in 1887. The pieces were premiered in Paris in the same year. Each of the three movements is characterized by a slow, mournful tempo and a simple, repetitive melody. The first movement, marked "Lent," is the most well-known of the three. It begins with a simple, descending melody in the right hand, accompanied by a slow, steady bass line in the left hand. The melody is repeated several times, with slight variations, before the piece comes to a quiet, unresolved ending. The second movement, marked "Avec une élégance grave," is slightly faster than the first. It features a more complex melody, with occasional flourishes in the right hand. The left hand provides a steady, rhythmic accompaniment throughout the piece. The third and final movement, marked "Lent et triste," returns to the slow, mournful tempo of the first movement. The melody is simple and repetitive, with occasional variations and embellishments. The piece ends with a quiet, unresolved chord. Overall, the "Sarabandes (3)" are characterized by their simplicity and restraint. Satie's use of repetition and minimalism creates a sense of melancholy and introspection, making these pieces a favorite among fans of his early works.

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