2 Poemes

Alexander ScriabinOp.63

ModernWell-known~7 min
H7
Henle (estimated)
RCM 9ABRSM 9

About this piece

Scriabin's Op.63 '2 Poemes' are characteristic of his mature style, brimming with intense harmonies, mystical atmospheres, and dramatic shifts. They showcase his unique harmonic language and highly personal expressive world.

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Teacher notes

Mastering the complex harmonic language and achieving the volatile shifts in mood and dynamics are key technical challenges.

Technical focus

pedalingrubatoarpeggioswide-spandramatic-contrast

Mood

passionatemysteriousdramatic

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Frequently asked questions

How hard is 2 Poemes (Op.63) by Alexander Scriabin?

2 Poemes (Op.63) is rated Henle level 7 of 9 — late advanced repertoire, roughly ABRSM grade 8 and above. In the RCM system it corresponds to about level 9.

What level do I need to play 2 Poemes?

You should be comfortable at Henle level 7 — meaning you can already play level 6–7 pieces cleanly. Learning it one level early is possible as a stretch piece, but more than that usually leads to months of frustration.

How long is 2 Poemes?

A typical performance of 2 Poemes (Op.63) lasts about 7 minutes.

Where can I get free sheet music for 2 Poemes?

2 Poemes (Op.63) is available as free public-domain sheet music on IMSLP — the score is linked directly from this page.