Dehaske Beat It
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Summary of This Set
This set from the "De Haske Pops for String Quartet" collection offers an accessible and refined approach to the pop & rock world associated with Michael Jackson, adapted to the demanding formation of the string quartet. Anthony Gröger's arrangement highlights the complementary roles of each instrument (two violins, viola, and cello) to capture both the rhythmic energy and melodic dimension characteristic of this style, while respecting the natural balance of an acoustic ensemble.
Designed for intermediate-level musicians, this set is particularly relevant for working on group cohesion: attack precision, tempo stability, dynamic control, and inner voice listening. The strings find numerous musical anchors to develop a homogeneous sound and clear articulation, essential for making a pop writing "breathe" in a chamber setting. It is also an excellent resource for addressing rhythm placement, equal sound levels between instruments, and phrase continuity, whether in independent rehearsals, chamber music workshops, or educational concerts.
Thanks to its multilingual indications (English-German-French-Dutch), this set easily fits into an international context or an institution welcoming students with diverse backgrounds. An ideal score to enrich a string quartet program with a contemporary touch while maintaining clearly identifiable progression goals: intonation, synchronization, musicality, and stage presence.
Technical specifications
| Musical Genre | Pop | Publication | Sheet music |
| Composer | Michael Jackson | Language | English-German-French-Dutch |
| Arranger | Anthony Gröger | Difficulty | INTERMEDIATE |
| Instrumentation | String Quartet | Pages | 12 |
| Collection | De Haske Pops for String Quartet | Year of Publication | 2020 |
| Genre | Pop & rock | ||
Questions frequently asked
What instrumentation is required to perform Beat It in a string quartet?
The arrangement is written for two violins, viola, and cello, constituting a full string quartet.
What is the difficulty level of this sheet music?
This edition is rated INTERMEDIATE. The focus is primarily on maintaining steady tempo and precise articulation. Careful listening to inner voices is also required.
Is the Beat It arrangement credited to Michael Jackson?
The composition is attributed to Michael Jackson, while the string quartet arrangement is by Anthony Gröger.
In which languages are the instructions provided?
The directions are provided in English, German, French, and Dutch.
How many pages does Dehaske Beat It have?
The score published in 2020 has 12 pages and is part of the "De Haske Pops for String Quartet" collection.
