This work was inspired by the dedicatee’s interest in two well-loved classical compositions: Johann Sebastian Bach’s “Jesu, Joy of Man’s Desiring” and Johann Pachelbel’s “Canon in D.” In the lyrical opening section (G major), the right hand explores an obstacle course of technical challenges cleverly crafted within beautiful legato lines. The contrasting middle section of the piece is a toccata, and pays tribute to J.S. Bach’s “Toccata and Fugue in D minor.” The music is lively and light, and requires a quick and even interaction between the hands. This section also explores the relative major/minor relationship, and culminates in the return of the major - with octaves in the right hand (may be omitted for students with smaller hands).

Score Length: 4 pages