A late work, it was written in 1928 - the same year as Feste Romane. For once, a work whose neglect is understandable. While it combines a Lisztian virtuosity with contrapuntal writing, its curiously eclectic neo-baroque style is uncharacteristic of the mature stage of the composer. It is a single 20-minute movement made up of sections of contrasting moods. The opening is impressive, and it is followed by a short cadenza. A dialogue between the piano and the orchestra is followed by a section where a solo cello has an important part in dialogue with the piano. The central section has the piano playing an intensely melancholic melody. But the mood keeps changing. The final section is vigorous, with baroque-like piano writing, leading to an intense ending.

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