Russian Twentieth Century composer Sergei Prokofiev (1891-1953) endured much even as his musical brilliance shone in his compositions. A failed marriage, the Second World War, and Stalinist repression all took their tolls until the end of his days. Yet even in fear or repression, his work could bespeak hope. However, the one most responsible for his dismay, Josef Stalin, died on the same day as did Prokofiev. Thus, as one life overshadowed the other, so did one death. But while few mourn Stalin, the music of Prokofiev carries on.
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- Prokofiev's The Fiery Angel: An Allegorical Lampooning of Stravinsky? An essay exploring the title question, by Robert Cummings.
- Serge Prokofiev Association International organization run with the participation of the Prokofiev family that provides the latest news on Prokofiev events, recordings and performances around the world. Also home to the Serge Prokofiev Archive home page and the online version of Three Oranges, the quarterly print journal from the Association.
- Sergey Prokofiev: Mystery and Contradiction Essay discussing Prokofiev's motives for returning to the Soviet Union and his desire for "greater simplicity." Written by Chad Twedt.
- Prokofiev: Prisoner of the State Part of Ian McDonald's "Music Under Soviet Rule" site. In depth essay on the Prokofiev's relationship with the Soviet regime.
- Prokofiev Basic Repertoire Basic repertoire list along with recommended recordings of each. Maintained by ClassicalNet editors.
- Sergei Prokofiev Biographical material, links, and directory of MP3 audio files at Classic Cat.
- Serge Prokofiev Archive and Foundation Website for both the Serge Prokofiev Archive, maintained at Goldsmiths College, University of London, as well as the Serge Prokofiev Foundation, created by Lina Prokofiev to further the knowledge of Prokofiev's life and works and to encourage research.
- Sergei Prokofiev: Composer in Exile Brief biography, photograph, selected works, quotes, discography, chronology, and related articles from Humanities Web.
- Sergei Prokofiev Wikipedia article with biography of early years, life abroad, and return to Russia with works, internal references to related people and topics, and external links.
- Serge Prokofiev Archive List of holdings with context, content, access and use details, archival information, allied materials, description notes, and links to the related ARCHON directory of the British National Archives.
- Sergei Prokofiev Find A Grave listing with biography, photographs, pictures of tomb and Novo-Devichy Cemetery, and interactive memorial.
- Sincerity in Music: Sergei Prokofiev's Classical Symphony Analysis of Prokofiev's 'Classical' Symphony by composer and music educator Edward Green.
- Sergey Prokofiev (1891-1953) Biographical sketch, caricature, commentary on stage works and orchestral, choral and vocal, chamber, piano, and children's music with Naxos discography.
- Sergei Prokofiev Biography from the Piano Society with photograph and selected MP3 audio recordings of his works.
- Serge Prokofiev - mfiles bio Biography, photograph, principle works - concert and film music, recommendations and reviews.
- Classical Archives: Sergei Prokofiev Biography and music files offered in MIDI format.
- Compositions by Sergei Prokofiev Chronological listing of Prokofiev's compositions, compiled and maintained by Onno van Rijen.
- Sergei Prokofiev Filmography at the Internet Movie Database with list of movies based on or using his compositions plus writing and acting credits.
- Sergey Sergeyevich Prokofiev Entry at the Lied and Art Songs Text Page with list of vocal works linked to lyrics with Russian in Cyrillic and transliteration.