Little Bit O' Sparkle (Grade 2) for String Orchestra by Keith Sharp

Keith Sharp's love of music is evident in this charming contemporary piece. The composition is highly idiomatic and enjoyable to play. It showcases vocal fluency in the ease of first position, D major. The song's form and textures include echo effects (antiphonal call and response) and lyrical obligato lines. The parts are engaging, thoughtfully edited, and suitable for elementary players. This piece is approximately 2 minutes and 30 seconds long and is in the key of D major. It is graded as a two or B grade for primary school and a C for high school.

Keith Sharp earned his Bachelor of Music degree in 1984. He then became a string educator in the Gap region of Brisbane, Australia, where he continues to teach. In 1995, Keith 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 works are exquisitely crafted and highly popular throughout Australia. They have recently gained recognition from teachers in the United States, Great Britain, and Germany. Keith actively participates as a clinician, guest conductor, and guest lecturer.