Finale from Symphony No. 5

The finale of Tchaikovsky’s Symphony No. 5 is a fantastic orchestral movement. It is very grand in nature and appears to reflect Tchaikovsky’s nationalist writing tendencies. The work opens with a powerful theme that moves to an aggressive faster section. Beautiful melodies are introduced, building to a majestic return of the opening theme. The movement closes with a strong and exciting finale. Includes optional timpani.