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I used this analysis in the propedeutic year as an an example of a sequencing form (rijvorm/Reihenform).

In addition to that as an example for harmonic analysis (chords/degrees/keys/tonal scheme and key relationships) and the making of an harmonic excerpt.

Because the chord material is in essence rather simple, the illustration of "flavor enhancers" guided by the harmonic excerpt can easily be understood by students. I payed special attention to dissonant treatment; (which are the "most beautiful notes"?).

The ascending pentachord in the bass (link to Rule of the Octave) is a pattern they should remember. It is used a lot. The use of chromaticism can be limited to the most characteristic moments (the Neapolitan sixth is very rewarding; play a boring version with just II6 followed by one with Np. 6, and you will notice  the enjoyment...). The same goes for the regular V-VI deceptive cadence in major (followed by V-bVI).

PDF Score with measure numbers and form sections

Spotify link (Arthur Rubinstein). 

PDF Harmonic excerpt