ghostly

English composer

Definition

Light, ethereal, slightly eerie. Used in the Graceful Ghost Rag to evoke something delicate and otherworldly.

Interpretive Guidance

Play with a very light touch and minimal pedal. The Graceful Ghost should feel like something that barely makes a sound — transparent tone, soft dynamics, and a sense of floating.

Context

Scope Used by William Bolcom
Language English

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