Independent Composer and Musician based in London. From an early age, Fraser has been immersed in a rich variety of musical traditions, developing a refined ear for performance and composition across styles and idioms. His work spans choral (SATB), solo voice, piano, cello, big band, and brass band, reflecting a versatile and curious musical voice. Fraser is currently studying for a Master’s in Composition at King’s College London, further honing his craft and exploring new creative directions. He is particularly inspired by the sound worlds of contemporary classical music, jazz, and folk. Looking ahead, he is keen to expand his portfolio by writing for small ensembles, solo artists, and short film or other media projects. To discuss collaborations or learn more about Fraser's work, feel free to get in touch.…

Fraser Sharp

Independent Composer and Musician based in London. From an early age, Fraser has been immersed in a rich variety of musical traditions, developing a refined ear for performance and composition across styles and idioms. His work spans choral (SATB), solo voice, piano, cello, big band, and brass band, reflecting a versatile and curious musical voice. Fraser is currently studying for a Master’s in Composition at King’s College London, further honing his craft and exploring new creative directions. He is particularly inspired by the sound worlds of contemporary classical music, jazz, and folk. Looking ahead, he is keen to expand his portfolio by writing for small ensembles, solo artists, and short film or other media projects. To discuss collaborations or learn more about Fraser's work, feel free to get in touch.…

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Independent Composer and Musician based in London.

From an early age, Fraser has been immersed in a rich variety of musical traditions, developing a refined ear for performance and composition across styles and idioms. His work spans choral (SATB), solo voice, piano, cello, big band, and brass band, reflecting a versatile and curious musical voice.

Fraser is currently studying for a Master’s in Composition at King’s College London, further honing his craft and exploring new creative directions. He is particularly inspired by the sound worlds of contemporary classical music, jazz, and folk. Looking ahead, he is keen to expand his portfolio by writing for small ensembles, solo artists, and short film or other media projects.

To discuss collaborations or learn more about Fraser’s work, feel free to get in touch.

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Language

English
Fluent
French
Beginner
German
Beginner

Work Experience

Grant Officer at Geothe Institute
February 19, 2024 - September 16, 2025
Grants Officer, Culture Moves Europe at Goethe-Institut, Brussels
January 1, 2024 - November 3, 2025
Grants officer for Culture Moves Europe, the EU's largest mobility scheme for artists and cultural professionals.
Consultant, EU Policy at Ramboll Management Consulting, Brussels
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024
Consultant in EU policy.

Education

MMUS Music Composition at Kings College London
September 29, 2025 - September 29, 2027
MSc Public Policy at Strathclyde University
September 12, 2018 - November 3, 2019
Choral Scholarship (Tenor) at Choir of King's College London
January 1, 2025 - November 3, 2025

Qualifications

ABRSM Grade 8 Distinction
January 11, 2030 - November 3, 2025
Master of Science in Public Policy
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2019
Master of Arts in Geography: Society and the Environment
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2018

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education, Government
    paper Room 20

    Provided piano improvision for the film “Room 20”

    Film Plot: Beginning in a world of darkness, we follow our protagonist, a man who finds himself reaching for a mystical door in hopes of freedom to unknowingly be transported through different realms, each realm encompassing reflective emotions that lead him through a journey of self discovery. What lies behind the door?

    Link: https://www.twine.net/signin/title/tt27876487/fullcredits/?ref_=tt_cl_sm

    uniE603 The Lagangarbh Hut - Work for solo cello and piano
    The Lagangarbh Hut is a small, picturesque house situated in the hills of the Glencoe in the Scottish Highlands. Based on a theme of “the houses of Scotland”, this soft, meditative work is for solo cello and piano accompaniment, takes inspiration from the house and surrounding landscape.…
    uniE603 Epistemology - Work for Big Band
    'Epistemology', reflects the idea of musical knowledge being discovered in real-time through interaction, improvisation, and the collective intuition of the band. The piece explores the energy and momentum of a syncopated groove, providing plenty of space for the ensemble to shine. Centered around a driving rhythm, the chart offers solo opportunities for guitar, tenor saxophone and drums. The work aims to capture the dynamic essence of big band music with vibrant rhythms and relentless forward momentum.…
    uniE603 Cloud Capp'd Towers - Work for SATB choir
    ‘The Cloud-Capp'd Towers’, follows the piece, ‘Full Fathom Five’, by utilising another of Shakespeare’s poignant passages from The Tempest. Spoken by Prospero during a play-within-a-play, the text reflects on the fleeting nature of human endeavours and the inevitable impermanence of all things. The "cloud-capp’d towers," "gorgeous palaces," and "solemn temples" represent the grandeur of human achievement, but Shakespeare reminds us that they, along with life itself, will dissolve like an insubstantial pageant, leaving “not a rack behind.” This piece aims to captures the duality of grandeur and melancholy through ethereal close harmonies and sonorous textures.…