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Vexations is a composition by Erik Satie. Written circa 1893, it consists of an atonal-sounding theme and two variations. The entire composition fits on one page. Here’s the rub – a performance of Vexations traditionally consists of 840 repetitions. It is currently being performed by pianist Igor Levit in a Berlin studio. The performance started […]

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