Description
Composed in the same year as Fantaisie-valse, 1885, this early waltz by Satie unfolds an elegant, graceful triple-time rhythm evocative of ballet music, carrying the sentimental brilliance typical of the young composer. Though under two minutes, it packs in over 900 notes, requiring a light touch and steady tempo from advanced players.
Waltzes in elegant triple time, including Chopin's concert waltzes alongside works by a range of other composers.
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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."
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