Alexander Scriabin ： 8 Etudes Cis-moll Op.42-5

This etude is marked by the tension and powerful drive of C-sharp minor. A melody emerges above a rapidly moving accompaniment, creating an interplay between an urgent expression and moments of lyricism. Within its brief span, the music steadily heightens the tension, moves toward a climax, and leaves a strong impression at the close. A key attraction is the need to let the main melody sing without allowing the inner voices to disappear, while giving the continuous figures a clear sense of direction. In performance, do not rely on speed alone; shape the peaks of each phrase, remain attentive to harmonic changes, and avoid blurring the texture with the pedal. Preserving delicate shades within the intensity brings out the work’s unstable yet richly concentrated character.