Please take a seat and get ready. Listening to two hours of piano music by Alexander Scriabin is not an easy task. The composer expects the most from his audience because he strongly believes that it should be done this way and not any other way.
During this performance, you will have the opportunity to hear nine one-movement sonatas by Alexander Scriabin, specifically sonatas 2 through 10. The pianist performing these works is Jonathan Powell, who is recognized as a specialist in the music of Scriabin and other romantic Russian composers. Powell frequently performs and writes about the beautiful notes of these composers. Scriabin’s music will take you on an emotional journey that pushes the boundaries of the keyboard, while simultaneously challenging the pianist’s technical abilities to the fullest.
Program information:
Alexander Scriabin – Sonata No. 2 and No. 3
Alexander Scriabin – Sonata No. 4 and No. 5
Alexander Scriabin – Sonata No. 6 and No. 7
Alexander Scriabin – Sonata No. 8 and No. 9
Alexander Scriabin – Sonata No. 10
Performed by Jonathan Powell, piano.
