Open 6 Days: Tuesdays-Saturdays 9-4, Sun 10-2, Mondays closed.
    Sharp, Worse Than a Curse for String Orchestra

    Sharp, Worse Than a Curse for String Orchestra

    $125.00

    This piece involves repeated upper-half staccato with crescendo and decrescendo, along with an exciting countermelody. The parts are evenly balanced, and all players get the chance to play the tune at some point. Upper violinists may choose to play in the third position as recommended. You can enjoy exploring the possibilities with the old saying, "It's worse than a curse!"

    Quantity :

    Close

    Sharp, Worse Than a Curse for String Orchestra

    "Terrifying the living daylights out of people makes for a hard night's work. Peace and quiet in a favorite sarcophagus at the museum is just the tonic needed to soothe the soul...but sadly, not to be! Busloads of rowdy, riotous children armed with sticky fingers and felt-tipped pens stampede the place. It's enough to chill even my cold bones - why it's worn than a curse!"

    This piece features repeated upper-half staccato with crescendo and decrescendo, combined with an exciting countermelody. The parts are evenly balanced, and all players have the opportunity to play the tune at some point. Upper violinists may choose to play in the third position as recommended. You can enjoy exploring the possibilities with the old saying, "It's worse than a curse!"

    Keith Sharp received his Bachelor of Music degree in 1984 and later became a string educator in the Gap region of Brisbane, Australia. He has been teaching in the same region ever since. In 1995, he completed a postgraduate diploma in education. Throughout his teaching career, Keith has created award-winning string programs and ensembles while pursuing his passion for composition. His beautifully crafted and imaginative works are highly popular throughout Australia and, more recently, in the United States, Great Britain, and Germany. Keith is an active clinician, guest conductor, and guest lecturer.

     Reviews (0) - Review moderation  


    There are no reviews for this product yet.

    8 other products in the same category:

    Sharp, Mamba Samba For String Orchestra

    Mamba Samba is a fun and unique piece for string ensembles. It offers swing without technical difficulty, accommodates different skill levels, has optional parts for violin and viola, and includes lyrics. A MIDI backing track is also available.

    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.

    $125.00 Price

    Sharp, Dwarf March (Grade 1.5) For String Orchestra

    "The Dwarf March" is a beautiful piece of music written in A minor for string orchestra, graded at level 1.5/2, lasting for 2.00. It features a cello and bass melody with a repeated quaver texture in the violins. The folio includes the conductor's score, optional piano accompaniment, and an excerpt from J.R.R. Tolkien's "The Hobbit."

    Keith Sharp is a renowned music educator and composer from Brisbane, Australia. He has won several awards for his innovative string programs and ensembles and is an active clinician, guest conductor, and lecturer.

    $125.00 Price

    Sharp, Winter Sunshine for String Orchestra

    Winter Sunshine is a musical composition created for a junior string ensemble. It has a warm vocal style that features three essential lines played in unison, opening up into a satisfying harmony and bass line. The piano part adds tonal and harmonic depth to the texture, making it easier for younger players to rehearse and perform confidently. Keith Sharp, a renowned string educator in Brisbane, composed the piece and has been recognised globally. He has a Bachelor of Music Degree and a Graduate Diploma in Further Education, is a past president of AUSTA Queensland, and is co-author of Encore on Strings - Music Maestros.

    $125.00 Price

    Sharp, Riders Of Rohan (Grade 2.5-3) For String Orchestra

    "Riders of Rohan" is an exciting, grade 2.5-3 piece for string orchestra in B minor. It features galloping rhythms and sonorous cello/bass melodies, with an approximate duration of 2:20. The composer, Keith Sharp, is a string educator in Brisbane, Australia, and an active clinician, guest conductor, and lecturer.

    $125.00 Price

    Sharp, Boots And Saddle (Grade 2) For String Orchestra

    This lively fiddle-style tune with a fun melody and bright harmonies will surely please any crowd. Advanced violin players can try the optional octave extension included in the piece. As the toe-tapping tune develops, the melody is traded around the ensemble, making it memorable and fun!

    Keith Sharp is a renowned string educator who completed his Bachelor of Music degree in 1984. He has been teaching in Brisbane since then and holds a postgraduate diploma in education. Keith is also a composer and produces award-winning string programs and ensembles. Additionally, he serves as a clinician, guest conductor, and lecturer.

    $115.00 Price

    Sharp, King Henry's Choice for String Orchestra (Grade 2)

    This music is inspired by the Tudor era's early style, where music and dance were central to courtly life. It has a melodious quality, suitable for all players, with opportunities for technical development. The piano accompaniment helps balance rhythm and pitch. It's suitable for Grade 2 and written in D Major and related keys. The authentic setting is in the style of medieval dance, providing a glimpse into the time of Henry VIII.

    $145.00 Price

    Sharp, The Spaniard For String Orchestra (Level 3-3.5)

    “The Spaniard” is a piece of WSSO’s commissioned music that premiered in 2018. It tells three parts of a heroic captain’s valiant exploits. The captain survives a shipwreck, is rescued by an Irish maiden he marries, and returns to his seafaring life. The piece has lyrical melodies and is enjoyed by audiences and middle/high school students.

    Keith Sharp has been teaching string music in Brisbane’s regional state schools since 1985. He holds a Bachelor of Music Degree and a Graduate Diploma in Further Education. Keith is an accomplished musician, a Rotary Paul Harris Fellow, and a recipient of several awards. He is a guest clinician, composer, teacher, and conductor at schools, music camps, and workshops. Additionally, he co-authors Encore on Strings - Music Maestros.

    $135.00 Price

    Sharp, Collage Romantique (Grade 3-4) For String Orchestra

    Collage Romantique is an impressive piece for high school string orchestra. It features driving rhythms, emotional melodies, and dramatic runs in minor tonality. Sections take turns with accompaniment and leading lines, often teaming up. Students are encouraged to use full bow and vibrato. The themes linger with the audience after the final chord.

    Keith Sharp earned his Bachelor of Music degree in 1984. He works as a string educator in Brisbane, Australia, producing award-winning string programs and ensembles and composing music. His works are famous in Australia and have gained recognition in the US, UK, and Germany. Keith is also a clinician, guest conductor, and guest lecturer.

    $125.00 Price

    Boxed:

    Sticky Add To Cart

    Font: