Alexander Scriabin ： Sonata No.9 es-moll Op.68

Known by the nickname “Black Mass,” this single-movement sonata is a major work of Scriabin’s late period. Its dark, unstable sound in E-flat minor is shaped by chromatic motion, finely writhing figures, and a sustained build of tension throughout. A major point of interest is the progression from the quiet opening to an increasingly urgent and sharply focused climax. The melody should be brought forward without obscuring the delicate movement of the inner voices and accompaniment. Even through sudden dynamic and tempo changes, the overall flow should be maintained, allowing the work’s mysterious shadows and intense passion to stand in contrast.