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    Sharp, Bilge Rat Blues For String Orchestra- Out Of Print

    Sharp, Bilge Rat Blues For String Orchestra- Out Of Print

    $135.00

    Chromatic glissandi, walking bass, and piano accompany a slow blues melody played by violins. The tune encourages vibrato and sounds excellent in the third or first position. The third violin/viola part is simple, while cellists can enjoy their chromatic pizzicato. The piano line is crucial. It's an original "concert novelty" that generates interest.

    Keith Sharp is a renowned composer and string educator based in Brisbane, Australia. He has produced award-winning string programs and ensembles while pursuing his passion for composition. Unfortunately, his work "Bilge Rat Blues for String Orchestra" is currently out of print and unavailable.

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    Sharp, Bilge Rat Blues For String Orchestra

    Chromatic glissandi, walking bass, and piano accompany a slow blues melody played by violins. This tune is perfect for encouraging vibrato and sounds great when played in the third position, but it can also be played in the first. The third violin/viola part is simple enough for elementary instrumentalists to manage, while cellists can enjoy their chromatic pizzicato and play the rich, smooth melody. The piano line is an essential component and should not be omitted. This is an original "concert novelty" that provides excellent programming interest.

    Keith Sharp, an accomplished composer and string educator, completed his Bachelor of Music degree in 1984 and has taught in the Gap region of Brisbane, Australia, ever since. In 1995, he completed a postgraduate diploma in education. Throughout his teaching career, Keith has produced award-winning string programs and ensembles while pursuing his passion for composition. His imaginative and finely crafted works have gained widespread popularity in Australia and beyond, with teachers in the United States, Great Britain, and Germany discovering his music. Keith continues to be active as a clinician, guest conductor, and guest lecturer. However, his work "Bilge Rat Blues for String Orchestra" is currently out of print and out of stock.

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