Five Pieces (Shostakovich)
Movements
i Prelude (Moderato), ii Gavotte (Tranquillo, molto leggiero), iii Elegy (Andantino), iv Waltz (Tempo di valse, moderato), v Polka (Vivace)
Notes
The Five Pieces are easy-to-follow film background music, suitable more for entertainment than for serious listening. The opening Prelude is sentimental and occasionally played as a separate piece. The second piece is a lively dance entitled Gavotte. Next is a lilting tune with the curious title Elegy. A swinging Waltz follows, and. the suite ends with a fast gypsy-style Polka.
