Alexander Scriabin ： Sonata No.3 fis-moll Op.23

This four-movement sonata is marked by the interplay of the deep shadows and intense passion of F-sharp minor. The tense themes of the first movement, the lively motion of the second, the quiet lyricism of the third, and the urgent drive of the finale create a broad sense of contrast across the work. The changing motifs carried from one movement to another are also worth listening for. In performance, it is important to distinguish the weighty chords from the delicate inner voices and keep the melody from being obscured. Rather than treating sudden changes of dynamics and tempo as mere momentum, performers should clarify the direction of each phrase and shape the contrast between tension and release, bringing out the sonata’s dramatic appeal.