Composer

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Erik Satie

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Keyboard

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Keyboard

Compose Date

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1908 - 1912

Average_duration

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4:54

Movement_count

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3

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Erik Satie's 'Aperçus désagréables' is a piano suite composed in 1913. The premiere of the piece took place on May 18, 1913, at the Salle Gaveau in Paris. The suite consists of three movements, each with its own unique characteristics. The first movement, titled 'Très rude', is characterized by its dissonant harmonies and jagged rhythms. The piece opens with a series of harsh, staccato chords that set the tone for the rest of the movement. The melody is angular and fragmented, with sudden shifts in dynamics and tempo. The overall effect is one of aggression and discomfort. The second movement, 'Assez lent', is a stark contrast to the first. It is slow and contemplative, with a gentle, flowing melody. The harmonies are more consonant, and the rhythms are more fluid. The piece has a dreamlike quality, with a sense of nostalgia and longing. The final movement, 'Plus que jamais', returns to the dissonant, aggressive style of the first. The melody is angular and fragmented, with sudden shifts in dynamics and tempo. The harmonies are harsh and dissonant, with a sense of tension and unease. The piece ends abruptly, with a final chord that leaves the listener unsettled. Overall, 'Aperçus désagréables' is a challenging and provocative work that showcases Satie's unique style. The dissonant harmonies and jagged rhythms of the first and third movements are balanced by the gentle, flowing melody of the second. The suite is a testament to Satie's ability to push the boundaries of traditional music and create something truly original.

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