Night Folk was inspired by the mischievous story telling of Enid Blyton and is composed in three short forest folk sketches: taking the mickey out of marching gnomes, riding Queen Caterpillar and delirious dancing within an enchanted ring. Ensemble directors will appreciate elements of informed educational design including skillfully integrated lines, sharing of roles, thoughtful choices of left-hand progression, balanced strokes, and a satisfying yet manageable length. An imaginative and tuneful escapade.
Duration: 2:52 Key: A Aeolian mode
Keith Sharp has been a string educator in The Gap regional state schools of Brisbane, Australia since 1985. Keith commenced teaching at Brisbane State High School in 2012, where his program focuses on ensemble and group tuition. He enjoys writing imaginative and appealing pieces for string students, many of which are now performed by young players around the world. These educational ensemble pieces have been consistently highlighted as Editor’s Choice in the J.W. Pepper Orchestral Music Catalog.
Keith holds a Bachelor of Music Degree and a Graduate Diploma of Further Education. He is a Rotary Paul Harris Fellow. In 2006 he received a Ryan Recognition Award and in 2013 a “Can Do” Educator of the Year Award acknowledging his contribution to music education in the region. Keith is a past president and committee member of AUSTA Queensland, and in 2012 was recognised by AUSTA with a state award. He regularly appears at schools, music camps and workshops as a guest clinician/ composer, teacher and conductor. Keith is co-author of the popular beginner string method, Encore on Strings - Music Maestros.
