Prokofiev Diffuculty?

[ggrant4569]

Hello. I'm a casual pianist currently working on Scriabin's famous Etude: Op. 8, No. 12. I'm just curious if, after I've finished this piece, Prokofiev's third sonata in a minor would be too big of a step up. Is it reasonable, or should I play it safe and work on his Suggestion Diabolique? Any insight is appreciated. Thanks 

[presto-con-fuoco]

Hi there. I think the best option is always to just read through the piece, even in sections or slowly, and pay close attention to the sections that seem the most difficult/awkward/etc. Especially if you are working on something pretty challenging like that Scriabin etude, I think you should be able to read through the piece and get a good "gut feeling" as to whether or not you can handle it. If you still aren't sure, but you're crazy about the piece, maybe just pick it up anyway - if you're doing this for fun, there's absolutely nothing to be lost; if it ends up being too frustrating, just shelve it for later and work on something different in the meantime!

[ggrant4569]

Yeah, that's most likely what I'll do. Thank you for the advice   

[steinway43]

Not that hard with a little work put in. It's one where more one handed practice came in handy for me, and there's no reason to try and play it full tempo when you first learn it.