The symphony is written in the key of F-sharp minor. This symphony is the only symphony to be written in F-sharp minor from the 18th century. The opening of the first movement is written in the "Sturm und Drang" style. The second movement's tempo is adagio. The third movement is a minuet. The fourth movement starts with the tempo of presto. However, in the second half of the movement, the tempo becomes adagio.