4 Preludes

Alexander ScriabinOp.37

ModernWell-knownpreludeLento, con tristezza4/4~4 min
H7
Henle (estimated)
RCM 8ABRSM 8

About this piece

Scriabin's Prelude Op. 37 No. 1 is a profoundly melancholic and harmonically complex work from his later period. It is distinctive for its ethereal atmosphere and haunting melodic contours.

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Teacher notes

Achieving the subtle harmonic colors and the deeply expressive melodic line requires exceptional control of touch and pedaling.

Technical focus

wide-spanvoicingpedalingrubato

Mood

melancholiccontemplativemysterious

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Frequently asked questions

How hard is 4 Preludes (Op.37) by Alexander Scriabin?

4 Preludes (Op.37) 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 8.

What level do I need to play 4 Preludes?

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 4 Preludes?

A typical performance of 4 Preludes (Op.37) lasts about 4 minutes.

Where can I get free sheet music for 4 Preludes?

4 Preludes (Op.37) is available as free public-domain sheet music on IMSLP — the score is linked directly from this page.