Dances of a Shimmering Spirit: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts
By Robert Sheldon
Grade: 3.5 (Medium)
Item: 00-PK-0008279
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Description
This piece has an attitude! A bit jazzy, a little sassy, and a touch of glitz and glam certainly sets this piece apart. Fast-paced rhythmic riffs in a minor key alternate with soaring melodies in a major key. A thoughtful and expressive lyrical section provides contrast. (5:00) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.
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Additional Details
Series:
Alfred Concert Band
Publisher:
Alfred Music
Page Count:
272
SKU:
00-PK-0008279
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Why we love this
The tonal contrast between minor-key rhythmic sections and major-key melodies gives your band something genuinely interesting to shape, and that lyrical passage breaks up the energy perfectly for a well-rounded performance arc. At Grade 3.5, the writing is accessible enough for mid-level ensembles but has enough personality and jazz-influenced vocabulary to feel fresh and engaging rather than generic.
What to expect
Energetic and playful with moments of genuine warmth. The piece carries attitude through minor-key grooves and sassy rhythmic energy, then softens into a reflective space before regaining its sparkle. There's real contrast here, not just tempo changes.
Who it's for
Band directors looking for contemporary repertoire that appeals to students without talking down to them. This works well for groups developing comfort with jazz-inflected vocabulary and tonal shifts within a single piece.
How to get the most out of it
- Nail the rhythmic precision in the minor-key sections by drilling those riffs as a full ensemble first; the 'attitude' depends entirely on tight, clean articulation across all parts.
- Shape the major-key melodies with genuine lyricism and lift; resist the urge to stay in the energy of the fast sections when you shift.
- Balance the expressive section carefully so the contrast reads as intentional and poignant, not as a sudden slowdown that breaks momentum.
How to use it
This shines as an opener or closer on a concert because the energy and personality draw audiences in immediately. It also works beautifully alongside more traditional selections to show your band's range across styles and eras.
Skills your students will build
- Jazz-influenced articulation and phrasing
- Tonal contrast between minor and major keys within a single composition
- Rhythmic precision in syncopated figures
- Dynamic shaping of both rhythmic and lyrical material
- Balance between ensemble energy and expressive sensitivity