Étude in D-sharp minor, Op. 8, No. 12 (Scriabin)
Étude in D-sharp minor, Op. 8, No. 12, is an étude for piano composed by Alexander Scriabin in 1894.[1] It features many technical challenges, including numerous jumps in the left hand, repetitive chord strikes, and abundant octaves. It is a particular favorite among pianists and audiences alike. This piece was a favorite encore of Vladimir Horowitz.
The opening of Étude Op. 8, No. 12 features large jumps in left hand part.
Technique
The dramatic motive and moving recitative of the solo in the upper voices on the chordal background is characteristic of Scriabin's early creations.[2] The typical tempo for the piece is around 100-112 beats per minute. The right hand is always playing octaves except for the piece's ending. Similarly, the left hand is continually jumping around until the final chord is struck.
References
External links
- Etudes Op.8: Scores at the International Music Score Library Project
- Performed by Alexander Scriabin himself, Welte-Mignon piano roll
- A performance by Alfred Cortot
| Orchestral works | |||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Concerto | |||||||||
| Piano music |
| ||||||||
| Named for Scriabin | |||||||||
| Related articles | |||||||||
 Category | |||||||||
This article is issued from Wikipedia. The text is licensed under Creative Commons - Attribution - Sharealike. Additional terms may apply for the media files.