Noveletten, Op. 17

The Three Novellas, Op. 17 are among Medtner's most poetic and underrated piano works. Written during a period of growing artistic maturity, they occupy a fascinating middle ground between the early Skazki and the larger sonata structures that would soon follow. The title "Novella" suggests a short literary narrative, and each piece unfolds with a distinct sense of storytelling, characterization, and dramatic progression.