themes from the work was also included by antal doráti in his pastiche ballet graduation ball (1940) where the plaintive introduction makes a contribution. the work starts off in a plaintive mood, with the clarinet playing the principal melody. further themes were suggested before a loud chord introduces the first waltz theme. the entire 'fairy-tale' work was given inspiration throughout its light-hearted menagerie with various instruments of the orchestra. the first waltz theme was played again at the end before a furious section rounds off the work with a strong chord and drumroll.