

Off to Battle & Dragon's Lair (level 1)
Double set containing two works by Michael J Stocks
Off to Battle (E minor): An exciting work with a March-like feel. Featuring differingsemiquaver patterns you can easily imagine the soldier’s marching over the battle fields!
Dragon’s Lair (D minor): Children will love this piece. Great for developing the use of low 2nd finger in your ensemble. A dramatic opening section is followed by ‘question and answer’ style melody sharing. The third section is in the style of a March, featuring staccato andlegato bowing as well as simple use of triplets. A fast final section leads to a dramatic climax.
The Wild West and contemporary US composers inspired this piece. It has an idiomatic cowboy feel, with lively lines and a pleasing middle section. The outer sections have a dynamic ensemble energy, and there are opportunities for bowing techniques and position work.
Keith Sharp earned a Bachelor of Music degree in 1984. He's been a string educator in Brisbane since then, creating award-winning programs and compositions. His works are popular in Australia and internationally. Keith is also a clinician, guest conductor, and guest lecturer.