Then: back to the opening motif and a much slower pulse; another big acceleration; a cadential slowdown.

The development begins with a contrapuntal passage that leads into a full orchestra statement based on the opening motif.

The symphony closes majestically with a final reprise of both the Fanfare and the symphony's opening motif.

A central section Andante espressivo leads to a reprise of the opening motifs.

Short observes that the opening motif makes several reappearances without being identified with a particular character, but imposes musical unity on the work.

The work is typical of Janáček's tight construction, the material of each movement deriving from the opening motif.

The opening motif is repeated throughout the entire movement in a variety of patterns and keys, often shifting semi-tonally.

The opening motif of the battle theme has also been reused a number of times in the series.

From the work's sinister opening motif through the lyrical second movement to the spirited final allegro, there is a refreshing sense of excitement.

The opening motif, stated in the violin, provides the rhythmic and thematic germ for the movement.