4 Preludes

Alexander ScriabinOp.48

RomanticWell-knownpreludeF-sharp minorLento, con tenezza4/4~4 min
H7
Henle (estimated)
RCM 8ABRSM 7

About this piece

Scriabin's Prelude Op. 48 No. 3 is a quintessential example of his later, more introspective style, characterized by its dense harmonies and profound emotional weight. The piece explores a dark, searching, and ultimately transcendent mood.

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Teacher notes

Achieving control over the rich harmonic voicings and maintaining a deep sense of rubato are critical technical demands.

Technical focus

rubatocantabilepedalingvoicingarpeggios

Mood

melancholicmysteriouscontemplative

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Frequently asked questions

How hard is 4 Preludes (Op.48) by Alexander Scriabin?

4 Preludes (Op.48) 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.48) lasts about 4 minutes.

Where can I get free sheet music for 4 Preludes?

4 Preludes (Op.48) is available as free public-domain sheet music on IMSLP — the score is linked directly from this page.