Ferdinand Beyer - Repertoire des jeunes pianistes, Op. 36, No. 5 - La Fille du Regiment

Measures 1-21 begin with an Allegretto introduction in 3/4. Chords and rising and falling runs lead to a slurred melody in measure 7 above sustained bass notes and short chord replies. The melody returns with paired upper notes and fuller chords.

Measures 22-64 develop accented chord replies, chromatic turns and running figures. Sustained upper notes alternate with rising phrases over bass notes and chord groups. Longer upper runs reach the high register before descending.

Measures 65-98 return to the opening melody in paired upper notes. Rising and falling runs expand the texture from measure 80, followed by lower running figures, chord replies and brief pauses.

Measures 99-142 change to Allegro in 2/4. Short slurred upper phrases and dotted notes move over detached lower chords. The melody rises into the upper register, then broadens into running figures and descending phrases. Lower runs and short upper replies lead to the next section.

Measures 143-174 form a Moderato passage in common time. A slurred upper melody with dotted rhythms moves over repeated lower chord groups. Chromatic turns and paired-note replies lead to rising figures in both parts, descending runs and a held pause.

Measures 175-205 introduce an Allegro vivace section in 3/8. Short upper phrases, paired notes and accented replies move over bass notes and chord pairs. The opening melody returns after a quieter passage and a held ornament.

Measures 206-233 close with descending runs and repeated rising figures that climb into the high register. Broader upper arpeggios move above flowing lower chord groups, followed by separate chord attacks and rests before the final held chord.