Jacob's Ladder is dedicated to the 50th Anniversary of the Swakopmunder Musikwoche 50th Anniversary Concert in Namibia, South Africa, Dr. Andre Thomas, guest conductor. The Swakopmunder Musikwoche's mission is to uplift formerly disadvantaged Namibians by enabling them to gain access to international lecturers and develop their musical talent. The arrangers' primary goal was to create a piece that's accessible and enjoyable. Pianists should enjoy the syncopations, aiding in creating a drive normally felt in a trap-set in the gospel tradition.