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Gillock, William : Album for chirdren Classic carnival 1.Royal Concert

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Music ID : 45163
Instrumentation:Piano Solo 
Genre:pieces
Total Playing Time:1 min 20 sec
Copyright:Under Copyright Protection

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Author : Sugiura, Nanako

Last Updated: June 18, 2025
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Note: This article is automatically translated from the original Japanese text. The author of the original work did not supervise this translation.

This is a short piece that expresses the elegance and splendor of court music. Based on the classical style of the late 18th to early 19th centuries, it is structured in a well-balanced ternary form. It features a graceful melody and a leisurely tempo, with a light rhythmic feel added to its refined sound, depicting the festive and joyful atmosphere of people gathered at court.

In performance, it is crucial to carefully express the layering of sounds while paying attention to the balance between the left and right hands. The right hand carries the melody with smaller note values, while the left hand provides a basso continuo-like accompaniment primarily composed of half notes; it is necessary to clearly delineate the dialogue between them. The right-hand melody resembles a violin, requiring precise articulation to clearly indicate the weight and lightness of the notes. It is particularly important to aim for small yet substantial notes, ensuring that light sounds do not fade away or become scattered. The sixteenth notes are a substitution for trills and serve to add lightness to accented notes, making it crucial to accurately express their nuance.

Furthermore, clearly defining the contrast between forte and piano to distinctly mark sections will clarify the overall structure of the piece. Performing the entire piece with a sense of festivity is key to conveying its charm.

Writer: Sugiura, Nanako

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