Biography
Sharon is predominantly a composer of a capella choral music that is suitable for all levels. However, her work also has a strong focus on education.
Her work for SATB choir See The Clouds, based on the Mt. Ruapehu Eruptions has been studied for NCEA Level 1 and others up to and including NCEA Level 3. Some of her vocal works for soprano and piano have also been studied at universities in NZ and performed and broadcast in competitions and recitals overseas. She has won RSCM Composition Competitions and her sacred work is well-known in NZ, England and the USA.
Passionate about choral music, Sharon's work has been performed, broadcast and recorded by the National Youth Choir of NZ, The Orlando Singers, The Oriana Singers, The NZ Festival Choir and others. A published author, many of her works are based on original texts. She has much work available for piano students and some for flute students also. Her pieces have been performed in Canada, Australia, England, Europe, NZ, Tahiti and the USA.