Composer

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Alexander Scriabin

Genre

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Keyboard

Style

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Prelude

Compose Date

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1894

Average_duration

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7:15

Movement_count

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2

Movement ....

Alexander Scriabin's 'Pieces (2) for piano, Op. 9' is a set of two solo piano pieces composed in 1894. The pieces were premiered by the composer himself in Moscow in the same year. The two pieces are titled 'Impromptu à la mazur' and 'Nocturne'. The first piece, 'Impromptu à la mazur', is a lively and energetic piece in the style of a mazurka, a traditional Polish dance. The piece is in A-flat major and is characterized by its fast tempo and rhythmic complexity. The piece begins with a series of rapid arpeggios in the right hand, which are then echoed by the left hand. The main theme is then introduced, which is a lively and playful melody that is repeated throughout the piece. The middle section of the piece is more subdued, with a slower tempo and a more contemplative mood. The piece ends with a return to the main theme, which is played with increasing intensity and energy. The second piece, 'Nocturne', is a slower and more introspective piece. The piece is in E-flat major and is characterized by its lyrical melody and expressive harmonies. The piece begins with a simple melody in the right hand, which is then echoed by the left hand. The melody is then developed and expanded upon, with the left hand providing a rich and complex accompaniment. The middle section of the piece is more dramatic, with a more intense and passionate mood. The piece ends with a return to the main theme, which is played with increasing intensity and emotion. Overall, 'Pieces (2) for piano, Op. 9' is a beautiful and expressive set of piano pieces that showcase Scriabin's mastery of the piano and his ability to create music that is both technically challenging and emotionally powerful. The pieces are a testament to Scriabin's unique style, which combines elements of Romanticism, Impressionism, and Symbolism to create a sound that is uniquely his own.

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