Movements
The movements are named and tempo markings given as follows. Where the tempo markings of the two versions differ, the one for Op. 56b is shown in parentheses.
- Thema. Chorale St. Antoni. Andante
- Variation I. Poco più animato (Andante con moto)
- Variation II. Più vivace (Vivace)
- Variation III. Con moto
- Variation IV. Andante con moto (Andante)
- Variation V. Vivace (Poco presto)
- Variation VI. Vivace
- Variation VII. Grazioso
- Variation VIII. Presto non troppo (Poco presto)
- Finale. Andante
Read more about this topic: Variations On A Theme By Haydn
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