Opening motif with tension and dissonance to reflect Elihu’s impatience and frustration.
Descending melodies in minor keys to evoke Elihu's condescending tone.
Sharp, staccato accents to symbolize Elihu's indignation.
Methodical progressions in the music to parallel Elihu's logical reasoning.
Calm, reflective passages to emphasize the appeal to rationality and introspection.