🇺🇸William L. Gillock ： Still More New Orleans Jazz Style – Bill Bailey (Won’t You Please Come Home)

Based on a familiar melody, this arrangement offers the lively rhythmic character of New Orleans jazz and the buoyant feel of syncopation. The melody should be allowed to sing clearly, while the accompaniment’s rhythmic patterns and accents provide forward momentum; listen as well for changes of character from one passage to another. In performance, clarify the roles of the hands and balance the dynamics so that the melody does not become obscured. Avoid rushing the beat, and bring out the bright, stylish atmosphere through crisp short notes and carefully placed dynamic contrasts. Begin by checking each part closely, then aim for a natural overall flow and a light, energetic spirit.