🇺🇸William L. Gillock ： New Orleans Jazz Style – Theme and Variations

William L. Gillock’s Work No. 8, “New Orleans Jazz Style – Theme and Variations,” invites the pianist to enjoy the lively rhythmic character and buoyant motion of New Orleans jazz. Beginning with an approachable theme, the successive variations develop by changing the rhythms, movement of the notes, and expressive character, creating vivid contrast throughout the piece. Its appeal lies in hearing how the impression of the theme changes from one variation to the next, as well as in the engaging use of rhythms that play with the offbeats. In performance, keep the pulse steady while maintaining a light, flexible touch. Bring out the accents and dynamics, and give each variation its own distinct character.