Module 2

Middle Scriabin | Ideas & Ecstasy

This module is part of the Understanding Scriabin massive course bundle

The Dissolution of Tonal Logic

Overview

This module investigates the crucial, turbulent transition where personal emotional drama gives way to metaphysical striving, character development, and the complete reshaping of the harmonic language and musical time.

Detailed Module Content

The Artist as Prophet

Martin Kaptein explores Scriabin’s philosophical worldview, his conception of the artist as a spiritual medium, and the role of symbolism.

The Philosophy of Ecstasy & Eschatology

A deep dive into the conceptual pillars of ecstasy, cosmic consciousness, and the eschatological themes driving the middle-period works.

The Mystic Chord & Harmonic Evolution

Frederick Viner maps out the transition from functional tonality to atonal structures, providing a rigorous analysis of the construction and gravitational pull of the Mystic Chord.

Unwrapping the Gesture

Elina Akselrud guides performers and listeners through the active interpretation of middle-period miniatures, moving away from conventional resolution toward continuous, ecstatic momentum.