The Mystic Chord as the harmonic and structural basis of a late Scriabin work

um estudo comparativo dos Dois Prelúdios, Op. 67 (1912-1913)

Authors

  • William Davis University of Georgia

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.35699/2317-6377.2002.56201

Keywords:

Scriabin, Mystic Chord, Two Preludes Op. 67, prelude, piano works

Abstract

Alexander Scriabin's Two Preludes, Op. 67 (1912-1913) are representative of the tonal language of his late works, which was highly chromatic and not obviously related to traditional tertian harmonic processes. An understanding of the harmonies and structures of Op. 67 contributes not only to an understanding of Scriabin's innovative compositional techniques in his late works, but also to an informed basis for making performance decisions.

Author Biography

  • William Davis , University of Georgia

    Alexander Scriabin's Two Preludes, Op. 67 (1912-1913) are representative of the tonal language of his late works, which was highly chromatic and not obviously related to traditional tertian harmonic processes. An understanding of the harmonies and structures of Op. 67 contributes not only to an understanding of Scriabin's innovative compositional techniques in his late works, but also to an informed basis for making performance decisions.

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Published

2002-01-01

How to Cite

“The Mystic Chord As the Harmonic and Structural Basis of a Late Scriabin Work: Um Estudo Comparativo Dos Dois Prelúdios, Op. 67 (1912-1913)”. 2002. Per Musi, no. 05 e 06 (January): 90-100. https://doi.org/10.35699/2317-6377.2002.56201.