Golliwogg's Cakewalk Analysis

“Golliwogg’s Cakewalk” was composed in 1908 by Claude Debussy. It was the last of a suite known as “Children’s Corner.” Debussy composed this six piece movement for her three year old daughter. Although the group of pieces is called “Children’s Corner,” it was not meant to be played by children but rather give the feeling of innocence in a child. I think this explains why “Golliwogg’s Cakewalk” was composed the way it was. Children are naturally curious as they get older and they would explore. This would make them somewhat sneaky due to their curiosity. I think this piece really brings out the concept of a child’s mischief. This piece may have been composed for an activity such as stealing or robbery. Certain parts of the piece make it