Bunkamura The Museum in Shibuya will host the exhibition "The Unorthodox Composer: Erik Satie and His Era" from July 8th to August 30th. French composer Erik Satie, who was active at the turn of the 20th century and was described by Man Ray as "the only musician with an eye," will be featured in this five-chapter exhibition, exploring new aspects of his work through his interactions with contemporary artists. Chapter 1 focuses on Satie's early years, when he was artistically inspired by the Montmartre cabaret "Chat Noir," where many artists gathered. Chapter 2 follows Satie's break with esoteric thinker Péladan and the development of his unique activities, including the composition of mass music and the publication of a church magazine. Chapter 3 focuses on the turning points that occurred during Satie's stay in Arcueil-Cachan, a suburb of Paris, including his encounter with composer Ravel and his work for Charles Martin's illustrated music collection, "Sports and Leisures." Chapter 4 explores his encounters with Picasso, Cocteau, Picabia, and the Dadaists, which began with his composition for the Ballets Russes' "Parade." It also explores the works of contemporaries such as Brancusi, Braque, and Man Ray, which emerged from his interactions with Satie. Chapter 5 explores Satie's later years, when posthumous homages and other works brought him international acclaim. Events are also planned, allowing visitors to enjoy Satie's works while listening to his music played on a Bechstein piano, manufactured around the same time as Satie.
【Event Information】
"The Unorthodox Composer: Erik Satie and His Era"
Dates: July 8th - August 30th
Venue: Bunkamura The Museum
Address: 2-24-1 Dogenzaka, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Hours: 10:00 - 19:00 (last entry at 18:30, 21:00 on Fridays and Saturdays)
Admission: 1,400 yen for adults, 1,000 yen for university and high school students, 700 yen for junior high and elementary school students
Closed: Open daily