What is Erik Satie's full name?

Alfred Éric Leslie Satie

Erik Satie nickname(s):

Virginie Lebeau, François de Paule

Erik Satie date of birth:

May 17, 1866

How old was Erik Satie when died?

59

Where was Erik Satie born?

Honfleur, France

When did Erik Satie die?

July 1, 1925

Where did Erik Satie die?

Paris, France

Why did Erik Satie die?

Cirrhosis

Erik Satie body shape:

Slim

Is Erik Satie gay or straight?

Straight

What is Erik Satie's ethnicity?

White

What is Erik Satie nationality?

French

What is Erik Satie's occupation?

Composer And Pianist

Erik Satie claim to fame:

Gnossienne

What instruments does Erik Satie play?

Piano, Composer

Short Biography

Éric Alfred Leslie Satie (17 May 1866 – 1 July 1925) – he signed his name Erik Satie after 1884 – was a French composer and pianist. Satie was a colourful figure in the early 20th century Parisian avant-garde. His work was a precursor to later artistic movements such as minimalism, Surrealism, repetitive music, and the Theatre of the Absurd, becoming acknowledged as "the father of modern music".