[1] This work, like the earlier Third and later Sixth Symphonies, is in four movements: A typical performance will last around 25 minutes.
The first movement begins with a flowing, two-octave melody in the violins, countered by a chromatic theme in the clarinet.
), alternating with a 6/8 waltz and a vigorous theme "reminiscent of country fiddling".
The contemplativo grows from an almost completely atonal opening theme into an explosive climax.
The finale is in sonata form, with the first theme strongly rhythmic, and the second (in the oboe) more cantabile.