Composer

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Alexander Scriabin

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1898 - 1899

Average_duration

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2:28

Alexander Scriabin's 'Mazurka for piano in B major, Op. 25/8' was composed in 1896 and premiered the same year in Moscow. The piece is part of a set of 24 Mazurkas, Op. 25, which were inspired by the traditional Polish dance form. The Mazurka in B major is a lively and energetic piece, with a tempo marked as Allegro molto. The piece is in 3/4 time and features a strong emphasis on the first beat of each measure, which is typical of the Mazurka style. The melody is characterized by its use of syncopation and ornamentation, which adds to the lively and playful nature of the piece. The piece is structured in a traditional ABA form, with the A section featuring a lively and playful melody in the right hand, accompanied by a simple chord progression in the left hand. The B section contrasts with the A section, featuring a more lyrical and expressive melody in the right hand, accompanied by a more complex and harmonically rich chord progression in the left hand. The A section is then repeated, with slight variations in the melody and accompaniment, before the piece comes to a lively and energetic close. Overall, Scriabin's 'Mazurka for piano in B major, Op. 25/8' is a charming and playful piece that showcases the composer's skill in writing for the piano. The piece is characterized by its lively melody, use of syncopation and ornamentation, and traditional Mazurka form.

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