Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Erik Satie with his captivating album, "Satie," set to release on March 7, 2025, under the esteemed label harmonia mundi. This exquisite collection of classical piano compositions is a testament to Satie's unique musical genius, offering a serene and introspective journey through his most beloved works.
The album spans a duration of 1 hour and 10 minutes, featuring a diverse array of pieces that showcase Satie's distinctive style and innovative approach to composition. From the delicate and haunting melodies of "Gymnopédie No. 1" and "Gymnopédie No. 2" to the whimsical and playful "Trois Morceaux en forme de poire," each track is a masterclass in musical expression and emotional depth.
Satie's "Gnossiennes" series is also prominently featured, with five of the six original compositions included in this collection. These pieces, known for their hypnotic rhythms and dreamlike qualities, are a highlight of the album and demonstrate Satie's ability to create music that is both accessible and deeply profound.
In addition to these well-known works, the album also includes lesser-known gems such as "Pièces froides" and "Embryons desséchés," which offer a fascinating glimpse into Satie's experimental side. The album concludes with two solo piano versions of popular songs, "La Diva de l'Empire" and "Je te veux," providing a delightful and unexpected finale to this remarkable collection.
Whether you are a longtime fan of Erik Satie or a newcomer to his music, "Satie" is an album that is sure to captivate and inspire. With its beautiful melodies, intricate harmonies, and profound emotional resonance, this collection is a true celebration of one of the most original and influential composers of the 20th century.
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Tracks
Valse-balletErik Satie, Alain Planès
Gnossienne No. 1Erik Satie, Alain Planès
Gymnopédie No. 1Erik Satie, Alain Planès
Gnossienne No. 2Erik Satie, Alain Planès
Pièces froides, Première partie "Airs à faire fuir": I. D'une manière très particulièreErik Satie, Alain Planès
Pièces froides, Première partie "Airs à faire fuir": II. ModestementErik Satie, Alain Planès
Pièces froides, Première partie "Airs à faire fuir": III. S'inviterErik Satie, Alain Planès
Gnossienne No. 3Erik Satie, Alain Planès
Gymnopédie No. 2Erik Satie, Alain Planès
Gnossienne No. 4Erik Satie, Alain Planès
Trois Morceaux en forme de poire: I. Manière de commencementErik Satie, Alain Planès, François Pinel
Trois Morceaux en forme de poire: II. Prolongation du mêmeErik Satie, Alain Planès, François Pinel
Trois Morceaux en forme de poire: III. Morceau IErik Satie, Alain Planès, François Pinel
Trois Morceaux en forme de poire: IV. Morceau IIErik Satie, Alain Planès, François Pinel
Trois Morceaux en forme de poire: V. Morceau IIIErik Satie, Alain Planès, François Pinel
Trois Morceaux en forme de poire: VI. En plusErik Satie, Alain Planès, François Pinel
Trois Morceaux en forme de poire: VII. RediteErik Satie, Alain Planès, François Pinel
Embryons desséchés: I. Embryon desséché d'holothurieErik Satie, Alain Planès
Embryons desséchés: II. Embryon desséché d'edriophthalmaErik Satie, Alain Planès
Embryons desséchés: III. Embryon desséché de podophthalmaErik Satie, Alain Planès
Trois Mélodies: I. La Statue de BronzeErik Satie, Marc Mauillon, Alain Planès
Trois Mélodies: II. DaphénéoErik Satie, Marc Mauillon, Alain Planès
Trois Mélodies: III. Le ChapelierErik Satie, Marc Mauillon, Alain Planès
Chapitres tournés en tous sens: I. Celle qui parle tropErik Satie, Alain Planès
Chapitres tournés en tous sens: II. Le Porteur de grosses pierresErik Satie, Alain Planès
Chapitres tournés en tous sens: III. Regrets des enfermés (Jonas et Latude)Erik Satie, Alain Planès
Gymnopédie No. 3Erik Satie, Alain Planès
Gnossienne No. 5Erik Satie, Alain Planès
Avant-dernières Pensées: I. IdylleErik Satie, Alain Planès
Avant-dernières Pensées: II. AubadeErik Satie, Alain Planès
Avant-dernières Pensées: III. MéditationErik Satie, Alain Planès
La Diva de l'Empire (Version for Solo Piano)Erik Satie, Alain Planès
Je te veux (Version for Solo Piano)Erik Satie, Alain Planès