Form and Character

The piece is in F major and is in compound ternary form.

• A [a (measures 1-8) + a1 (measures 9-16) + b (measures 17-24) + concluding c (measures 25-32)]
• B [d (measures 33-40) + d1 (measures 41-48) + e (measures 49-56) + d1 (measures 57-64)]

From measure 64, the instruction "Da Capo al Fine" directs a return to the initial A section, concluding at measure 32 with "Fine", thereby establishing a ternary form.

It begins powerfully with arpeggiated lines of the tonic chord. Section A generally conveys a marching power and rhythmic atmosphere, characteristic of a march. Conversely, Section B features a "cantabile" indication, imparting an overall calm impression.