In a quick, lively tempo, usually considered to be faster than allegretto but slower than presto.

In a moderately quick tempo, usually considered to be slightly slower than allegro but faster than andante.

A musical piece adapted from a verse form.

A theatrical presentation of a group or solo dancing to a musical accompaniment, usually with costume and scenic effects, conveying a story or theme.

A composition for an orchestra and one or more solo instruments, typically in three movements.

A piece composed for the development of a specific point of technique.

Devotional to the interests or the culture of one's nation.

Musical compositions intended to depict or suggest non-musical incidents, ideas, or images.

An extended piece in three or more movements for symphony orchestra.

A German dance in triple meter

He was known as the virtuoso pianist

He first studied law and became a law clerk in St.Petersburg in his twenties.

He was considered a composer who creates elegant music, neat, clean, polished, and never excessive.

Was known as the "Poet of the Piano"