Description
Written during a period when Satie earned his living composing for cabarets and music halls, this brisk march-like piece packs a catchy tune and lively rhythm into a short span. Its cheerful, popular character reflects the commercial entertainment music of the day. Despite its brevity, the note density calls for crisp articulation and a steady, walking rhythmic feel.
A broad collection of standalone piano pieces not belonging to any specific set, offering hundreds of varied character pieces to explore and compare.
About the Composer
Erik Satie (1866-1925)
Erik Satie was a French composer from Honfleur who worked in Montmartre's cabarets while pursuing a highly individual musical aesthetic. Known for spare, understated music and whimsically titled works, he later influenced minimalist and ambient music. This site includes 65 of his works, such as pieces from "Descriptions automatiques" and "Danse maigre."
View all works by Satie →