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.