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What term did Apollinaire coin to describe Erik Satie's works?

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  • Surrealism

  • Symbolism

  • Fauvism

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Surrealism, a term coined by Guillaume Apollinaire, aptly describes Erik Satie's unconventional and dreamlike musical compositions. This movement in art and literature, characterized by the juxtaposition of disparate elements and the exploration of the subconscious, finds resonance in Satie's works known for their unexpected harmonies, unusual instrumentation, and whimsical titles.
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