Étude_Op._8_No._12_(Scriabin)

Étude in D-sharp minor, Op. 8, No. 12 (Scriabin)

Étude in D-sharp minor, Op. 8, No. 12 (Scriabin)

Étude for piano by Alexander 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][unreliable source?] 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.

"Étude Op. 8, No. 12"
Awadagin Pratt performs Alexander Scriabin's Étude Op. 8, No. 12 at the White House Classical Music Student Workshop Concert. (2009-11-04)
Étude Op. 8, No. 12
played by Domenico Stigliani
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References

  1. [1]
    Score at Sheetmusicfox.com
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