Giddings Remembered was written as a homage to Wilborn’s deceased grandmother, Mabel Wilborn, and deceased father, Alexander Wilborn. The work was inspired by childhood visits to his grandmother’s house. He recounts the visits in the following:

"When I was a kid, my sister and I would visit my grandmother in Giddings, Texas over the summer. Many times, our visits coincided with a religious revival that we would attend. During the revival, there was a particular song that the congregation always sang. While singing, everyone would grab their neighbor’s hand and move their arms vigorously up and down rhythmically to the music. I remember people singing the words with such power and conviction, and the arm movement matched the intensity of the singing. I never forgot this unknown song and I have always wanted to try and use it as the theme of a composition."

In Giddings Remembered, we hear the revival theme in the opening and closing sections. It is presented in a southern gospel style that is also reminiscent of southern field hollers and shouts. These presentations are dedicated to Mabel. However, in sharp contrast, the revival theme transforms and is presented in a jazz style. This contrasting style is dedicated to Alexander who loved jazz and blues styles.