William L. Gillock ： Piano All the Way 1A Waltz

A charming waltz for early learners from Gillock’s Piano All the Way 1A. Within the lilting flow characteristic of a waltz, the roles of the melody and accompaniment are clearly presented, allowing the listener to enjoy changes of character from one short phrase group to the next. Begin by listening carefully to the melody, keeping the accompaniment light and maintaining a natural sense of the waltz’s triple meter. Avoid playing with too much force from the opening, and place a small breath at the ends of phrases so that the music flows smoothly. With careful attention to the melody’s singing quality and the differences in dynamics from one passage to another, the piece gains an elegant atmosphere beneath its simplicity.