William L. Gillock ： Piano All the Way 3 Black Cat

“Black Cat” is a miniature that evokes the nimble, mischievous character suggested by its title through crisp musical gestures and lively rhythms. Short phrases appear in succession, while changes in register and dynamics create the enjoyable impression of shifting scenes. Paying attention to the exchanges between the hands and the contrasts in volume makes the flow of the piece easier to grasp. In performance, avoid pressing heavily into the keys; keep the fingertips light and coordinate the smaller notes carefully. Maintain tension through the ends of phrases, avoid rushing, and bring out a graceful lightness, as if a cat were quietly beginning to move.