Ornaments such as the turn, trill and appoggiatura are used extensively, often being written out and forming a lyric part of the melody. 1. L'Encouragement, Op. Ex. 2, Divertissement, op. 62, guitar 1, measure 30 Sor's musical form is predicated on the idea of contrasting one melody homophonically with a second melody. Usually he groups two or four contrasting or complementary phrases in a period, ending with a clearly marked cadence.
Forms are precise and clear, with sections marked off by cadences.
These forms are expressed mainly in short dances like the mazurka, polonaise, waltz, gallop, and so forth. Rhythm is simple and organized into short patterns punctuated by rhythmic cadences. Sor's harmony is simple, consisting of primary, seventh and secondary dominant chords and an occasional modulation to a nearby key. Harmonic rhythm is slow and subordinate to the melody. His textures are predominantly homophonic.