Oleg Marshev - Alexander Scriabin: The Early Scriabin
- Product Code: DACOCD 1000
Dive into the fascinating and emotionally charged piano music of Alexander Scriabin’s youth, interpreted by piano virtuoso Oleg Marshev!
Released in March 2026, this eagerly awaited album presents some of the most brilliant early piano works by the Russian mystic composer Alexander Scriabin (1872–1915). The music vividly reflects the young composer’s late-Romantic style and the influence of Chopin, while already pointing towards the unique and mysterious sound world of Scriabin’s later works.
The performances are by the internationally acclaimed Azerbaijani-born pianist Oleg Marshev, renowned for his exceptional technique and profound understanding of Russian piano music. The recording fully captures the grand piano’s rich tonal palette and powerful dynamic range, creating an intense and compelling listening experience.
Released by the Danacord label, this album is an excellent choice for anyone who loves profound, virtuosic and Romantic piano music.
Album track listing (total playing time: approx. 77 minutes)
Piano Sonata No. 1 in F minor, Op. 6 (1892)
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I. Allegro con fuoco
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II. Adagio
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III. Presto
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IV. Funèbre
2 Nocturnes, Op. 5 (1890)
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No. 1 in F-sharp minor: Andante
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No. 2 in A major: Allegretto
3 Pieces, Op. 2 (1887)
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No. 1, Étude in C-sharp minor
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No. 2, Prélude in B major
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No. 3, Impromptu à la Mazur in C major
24 Preludes, Op. 11 (1888–1896)
10–33. The complete set of 24 preludes, encompassing all 24 major and minor keys, beginning in C major and ending in D minor.
FORMAT: CD
