William L. Gillock ： Oriental Bazaar

This lively and colorful work for six hands is performed by three players sharing one piano. An exotic atmosphere suggested by the title is conveyed through crisp rhythms and richly colored sonorities, creating the lively appeal of a bustling marketplace. A key point is to shape the overall flow clearly, giving prominent passages a distinct profile while keeping accompanying figures light and supple. Coordinating the three players’ dynamics and touch, as well as carefully aligning handoffs and overlapping rhythms, brings the music vividly to life. Awareness of each part’s role and a shared sense of breathing help produce a cohesive performance.