Here is an example of what I am on about. Take the song Oh My Darling, Clementine. I'm sure we all know this one. It is a Waltz. Here is the 'basic' song played 'as a Waltz'. Not one of my favourite songs!
.. and here is another version which has been brilliantly arranged by The Sweptaways. Still a Waltz, but they have put their own stamp on it by creating their own counter melodies and harmonies.
But now ...
What has Jon D done with this one? He's gone for a Quickstep Style and so has had to 'adjust' the melody to fit the rhythm.
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Oh My Darling, Clementine played by Jon D
Here is the comment I had put up about it:
This piece is written is a Waltz, which can be very slow and dull, and has never been a favourite of mine. But you have transformed it into a very 'lively' Quickstep. It's interesting to hear how you have 'adapted' the tune to fit the new beat. You are very talented to be able to do this!
Hugh