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Gillock, William : Album for chirdren Sarabande

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Music ID : 45158
Instrumentation:Piano Solo 
Genre:pieces
Total Playing Time:1 min 40 sec
Copyright:Under Copyright Protection

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Author : Sugiura, Nanako

Last Updated: May 13, 2025
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Note: This article is automatically translated from the original Japanese text. The author of the original work did not supervise this translation.

Gillock's "Sarabande" is a piece that imitates Baroque dance music, yet it possesses a somewhat modern sound and a soft, emotionally rich expression. The opening, with its slowly descending bass line in a leisurely triple meter, evokes a fantastical atmosphere, as if inviting the listener to an unknown place. While not overtly flashy, its inherent lyricism and the beauty of its sonorities gently linger in the mind.

The right-hand melody features detailed indications for tenuto and staccato, requiring careful differentiation of each note while sensing the meaning embedded within them. Aiming for a core sound while maintaining a soft attack will significantly deepen the piece's overall serene world. For tenuto notes in particular, it is advisable to incorporate a slight pause, as if taking a longer breath, and to cherish the lingering resonance of the sound. The sixteenth-note motifs can easily become mechanical; instead of playing them fast, try to perform them with a gentle, conversational touch, as if imbuing each note with affection.

In performance, it is crucial to create a natural phrase flow while being mindful of the weight of each beat. Furthermore, paying attention to the inner voice movements and cadential approaches, and striving for an expression that aligns with the Baroque style, will further enhance the piece's charm. This understated yet profound "Sarabande" is a work to be approached with enjoyment, focusing on subtle expressions such as sound quality and the handling of pauses.

Writer: Sugiura, Nanako

Author : Ooi, Kazurou

Last Updated: March 12, 2018
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Writer: Ooi, Kazurou

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