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. L'Encouragement, Les Deux Amis, Fantaisie, and Souvenir de Russie. L'Encouragement is a favorite among performers because of its simple beauty of melodic invention and moderate technical demands. Sor carefully fingered the first guitar part. The Fantaisie is noteworthy as one of the few works of Sor, along with his seguidillas, to incorporate Spanish nationalism.