The main section is based on a single short melodic motif. In the opening section, the motif is first played by the left hand, then by the right hand, accompanied by a 'scherzando' and light accompaniment, as indicated. In the secondary section, the tempo slightly quickens, and the same melodic motif is lightly varied. The Trio in G-sharp minor, in contrast, evokes rich emotion through a chromatic descent played in the middle voice.