The Explorers (Keith Sharp) for String Orchestra Grade 3 is a fun piece intended

is a fun piece intended for primary school students

Silver Bells

Tears in Heaven

The piece begins with suspenseful pizzicato in the lower strings before the 1st violins enter with a contrasting legato melody

The Explorers (Keith Sharp) for String Orchestra Grade 3 is a fun piece intendedThe majestic main theme and catchy accompanying rhythms in this stirring title are easy and attractive to play. The piece tells a story: its varied musical ideas describe the determination and resilience of explorers as they trek into the challenging unknown, contrasted with calmer experiences and relief that new discoveries may bring. A rich chorale encourages warm, cantabile sustain and tonal blend between the driving outer sections of the piece.