The Konemann Urtext edition contatins the complete works for piano by Alexander Scriabin in eight volumes. The first volume contains the Preludes Op. 2 through Op.16. This edition is based on the autograph manuscript and/or first edition(s) of the works. Other editions have also been consulted, whenever justified. Editorial additions are kept to a minimum. Details of the sources are given in the Notes. A brief biography of the composer is also included.