Fandango

The dance is introduced in 6/8 against 2/4 time, before the exposition of a festive theme that alternates bouncing light passages with percussive chords. A more lyrical central episode precedes the recapitulation. The Basque fandango ends always with another dance step: ‘Arin Arin’ in 2/4, which is here characterized by scales, continuing the piece’s joyful and vivacious character.