Description
Book Synopsis: In a brilliant performance worthy of the composer, M. T. Anderson and Petra Mathers present a picture-book biography of the singular Erik Satie. Throughout his life, Erik Satie wanted to make a new kind of music, a kind of music both very young and very old, very bold and very shy, that followed no rules but its own.
At first glance, Erik Satie looked as normal as anyone else in Paris one hundred years ago. Beyond his shy smile, however, was a mind like no other. When Satie sat down at the piano to compose or play music, his tunes were strange and dreamlike, his melodies topsy-turvy and discordant. Many people hated his music. Few understood it. But to Erik Satie there was sense in nonsense, and the vibrant, surreal compositions of this eccentric man-child would go on to influence many artists.
Details
Experience the enigmatic world of Erik Satie with the captivating book, "Strange Mr. Satie: Composer of the Absurd." Delve into the life and mind of this extraordinary composer, as M. T. Anderson and Petra Mathers take you on a journey through his unique musical genius.
Step into a realm where rules are broken and creativity knows no bounds. Erik Satie's music transcended the norm, embracing a fusion of the young and the old, the bold and the shy. His melodies were like dreams, taking unexpected twists and turns, yet carrying a profound significance. Although his compositions were met with mixed reactions, it was through Satie's dedication to pushing the boundaries of art that he became an influential figure for countless artists.
Unlock the secrets of Satie's unconventional mind and discover the hidden beauty in his strange melodies. In "Strange Mr. Satie: Composer of the Absurd," you'll gain a new appreciation for the power of individuality and the impact it can have on the world. Let this mesmerizing biography immerse you in the surreal world of Erik Satie as you embark on a lyrical adventure unlike any other.
Don't miss out on this extraordinary opportunity to explore the mind of one of history's most eccentric yet influential composers. Order your copy of "Strange Mr. Satie: Composer of the Absurd" today and embrace the world of musical imagination.
Discover More Best Sellers in Europe
Shop Europe
World War II: Visual Encyclopedia (DK Children's Visual Encyclopedias)
$13.39
Europe - World War II: Visual Encyclopedia (DK Children's Visual Encyclopedias)
Nazi Saboteurs: Hitler's Secret Attack on America (Scholastic Focus)
$1.86
Europe - Nazi Saboteurs: Hitler's Secret Attack on America (Scholastic Focus)
Spotlight on Italy (Spotlight on My Country)
$2.64
Europe - Spotlight on Italy (Spotlight on My Country)
$16.99
Europe - DK Eyewitness Books: Viking: Discover the Story of the Vikings―Their Ships, Weapons, Legends, and Saga of War
