William L. Gillock ： Children’s Album No.9 Tarantella

Gillock’s “Children’s Album No. 9: Tarantella” is a lively miniature that captures the buoyant dance character of a tarantella. Its fast tempo and springing rhythms drive the music forward, while exchanges between short phrases and changes in motion give the performance a sense of vitality. One of its charms is the bright tension created while the rhythmic momentum is maintained. In performance, it is important to keep the rapid notes even and precise without rushing, while feeling the flow of the beat. Bring out the contrasts in dynamics, and use a light touch with crisp accents to convey the dance’s festive brilliance.