Conductor, S. W. Underwood
Moura Lympany (pianoforte)
The first movement of Ravel's Sonatina is designed in the usual classical sonata style, but instead of two definite themes, it has two groups of phrases. Starting softly with the first group, it builds up to a moderate climax, which is succeeded by the second group of phrases. The material is then briefly and simply developed.
The second movement is in a Minuet rhythm and the music suggests a slow, graceful, old dance.
The Finale, the longest of the three movements, is energetic in character and laid out on rather more elaborate lines. This movement is admirably written from a pianistic point of view.
