Context
This piece written by S Prokofiev is and in The piece has been composed for a symphony orchestra (2 Flutes, 2 Oboes, 2 Clarinets, 2 Bassoons, 2 Trumpets, 2 Horns, Timpani, Violin I, Violin II, Viola, Cello and Bass).
Musical elements
In the key of D major
Mainly in 2/2 (simple) time, with the exception of bar 27 and 61 which are in 2/4 (compound) time.
A lot of this piece is in unison (bar 1 and 2 for the woodwind and strings).
The piece is mainly composed with quavers, but there are a few moments of longer note values being used.
There is wide use of dynamic range (terraced dynamics)
Musical structure
This piece is written in sonata form (exposition - where ideas/themes are introduced, development - where the ideas/themes are developed, and recapitulation).
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