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Strings of Fire: Celebrating the Legacy of Sister Rosetta Tharpe

Maria Goldson

Updated: Jan 19

Strings of Fire is a captivating, limited-edition, life-sized portrait of Sister Rosetta Tharpe, the trailblazing musician hailed as the "Godmother of Rock and Roll." Crafted in exquisite bronze resin, with a bronze edition also available, this dynamic sculpture is mounted on a polished wooden base. It depicts Sister Rosetta in the midst of a performance, guitar in hand, radiating the electrifying energy and passion that defined her groundbreaking career.


Words That Resonate

Accompanying the sculpture is a powerful quote from an article by Desmond Wilcox, titled They Call Her 'Holy Roller': Rosetta Flies into Rock, published in the Daily Mirror on November 22, 1957. Sister Rosetta Tharpe famously proclaimed:

“All this new stuff they call rock ‘n’ roll, why, I’ve been playing that for years now.”

This iconic statement is brought to life in multiple formats, including tactile print and a braille translation, ensuring accessibility for all audiences. For a fully immersive experience, the quote is also available as a voiced narration accessible via a QR code.


Honouring a Trailblazer

Strings of Fire is more than a sculpture; it is a tribute to Sister Rosetta Tharpe’s legacy as a visionary who redefined the boundaries of music. Her influence paved the way for countless artists, inspiring new generations to follow in her groundbreaking footsteps.


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Learn more about Strings of Fire and other sculptures celebrating extraordinary figures on our Voices of Inspiration page. Scan the QR code for an audio description and join us in celebrating the timeless contributions of Sister Rosetta Tharpe.



Visit ReshapingArt.com to explore the full collection and honour the stories that continue to inspire.

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