Trois Gymnopedies • New Masterpiece Edition

The Masterpiece Edition series is a collection of original piano works, as well as challenging arrangements and transcriptions designed for the experienced to advanced pianist. Every piece is meticulously engraved and printed on heavy cover and quality text stock.

With original classics from the masters like Bach, Beethoven, Chopin, and Mozart as well as pure transcriptions of some of the greatest works of all time, these Masterpiece Editions are sure to be popular favorites while enhancing the repertoire of most any serious pianist.

In this case, we are extremely proud to release the original, unedited, Masterpiece Edition of Erik Satie’s Trois Gymnopedies in pure form. Our goal is to emphasize the necessity of exceptional quality in print music and this trilogy is an example of our efforts coming to fruition.

Although Gymnopedie #1 is the most popular and heard in many films as a serene drama unfolds, the 3rd Gymnopedie which was followed by #2, defines the remarkable brilliance of this most gifted composer.