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David Greilsammer: Tiny Desk Concert
Set list
- Domenico Scarlatti: Sonata in E, K. 380
- Erik Satie: Gnossienne No. 3
- Leoš Janáček: The Barn Owl Has Not Flown Away (from On An Overgrown Path)
About
David Greilsammer, an Israeli pianist known for his diverse repertoire and unexpected musical pairings, recently performed at a Tiny Desk concert. The concert featured a mix of avant-garde pioneer John Cage and baroque master Domenico Scarlatti, showcasing Greilsammer's penchant for surprising juxtapositions. Greilsammer kicked off the performance with Scarlatti's Sonata in E, highlighting the composer's colorful snapshots of his time serving Spanish royalty. He then moved on to the eccentric French composer Erik Satie, known for his whimsical and spacious music, particularly his mysterious Gnossiennes pieces. These selections demonstrated Greilsammer's ability to captivate the audience with a unique blend of musical styles. Born on August 10, 1977, David Greilsammer is not only a pianist but also a conductor, further showcasing his versatility in the classical music world.