This
etude-like showpiece is evidence of Prokofiev's prowess as a pianist. Though an early work, the hallmarks of his
style-a machine-like, driving quality, clever counterpoint, and ironic sense of
humor-are evident, paving the way to his piano Sonatas, Five Sarcasms and Visions
Fugitives.
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Sergei Prokofiev
Scherzo, Op. 12, No. 10 Play
Recorded on 06/28/2005, uploaded on 01/21/2009
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Scherzo, Op. 12, No. 10 Sergei Prokofiev
This etude-like showpiece is evidence of Prokofiev's prowess as a pianist. Though an early work, the hallmarks of his style-a machine-like, driving quality, clever counterpoint, and ironic sense of humor-are evident, paving the way to his piano Sonatas, Five Sarcasms and Visions Fugitives.
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