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    Sharp, Prelude & Fantasia On County Down (Grade 4) For String Orchestra

    Sharp, Prelude & Fantasia On County Down (Grade 4) For String Orchestra

    $125.00

    This 8.5-minute musical piece for an advanced high school string ensemble explores different tempos, textures, and styles based on the Celtic theme 'Flower of County Down'. The composition features a fugato, river dance, sentimental waltz, and grand finale, with the piano and percussion adding to the sound.

    Keith Sharp is a successful string educator from Brisbane's Gap region. He earned a Bachelor of Music degree in 1984 and a postgraduate diploma in education in 1995. Keith is renowned for his award-winning string programs and creative compositions that are popular in Australia and internationally. He remains active as a clinician, guest conductor, and guest lecturer.

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    Prelude & Fantasia on County Down (Grade 4) for String Orchestra by Keith Sharp

    This eight-and-a-half-minute musical piece is designed for an advanced high school string ensemble. It explores various tempos, textures, and styles based on the Celtic theme of 'Flower of County Down'. The piano and percussion also play essential roles to enhance the lyrical lines and energize the dance sections. The musical composition features a fugato, river dance, sentimental waltz, and grand finale, weaving a beautiful tapestry of sound.

    "This composition was written for a group of talented teenagers from my region. The percussion parts were originally quite humble, with many bars rest. Each week at rehearsal, the ever-patient percussionists were given revised parts. As the percussion and piano parts grew in stature, so did the string players' enjoyment. We spent several weeks preparing the work, sorting out the numerous ensemble challenges, and thoroughly enjoyed performing to a large audience. The performance was well received, and the experience was valuable for all." - Keith Sharp.

    Keith Sharp earned his Bachelor of Music degree in 1984 and became a string educator in Brisbane's Gap region, where he still teaches. 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 beautifully crafted and imaginative works are highly popular in Australia and have recently gained attention from educators in the United States, Great Britain, and Germany. Keith stays active as a clinician, guest conductor, and guest lecturer. One of his compositions is the Prelude & Fantasia on County Down (Grade 4) for string orchestra.

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