Integrity: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts

$48.00 USD

Integrity: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts

Name: Integrity: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts
Brand: Alfred Music
SKU: 00-26805
Price: 48.00 USD
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By Robert Sheldon

Grade: 1.5 (Easy)

Item: 00-26805

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This stately march is an excellent choice for concert, contest, festival performance or graduation. Bold and tuneful, Integrity is a superb addition to any developing band program. The powerful rhythms and colorful scoring will encourage any band to play with greater maturity of sound and expression. This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

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Series: Challenger Band Series

Publisher: Alfred Music

Page Count: 60

UPC: 038081305783

SKU: 00-26805

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About the Composer: Robert Sheldon

Robert Sheldon stands among the most widely performed composers for wind band in the world. His works appear on international contest lists and concert programs across every continent; he has conducted performances of his compositions at Carnegie Hall, Symphony Hall Boston, Orchestra Hall Chicago, the Sydney Opera House, and the Kennedy Center. Recognition from the American School Band Director's Association, Phi Beta Mu, and ASCAP reflects the consistent quality and resonance of his writing.

Beyond composing, Sheldon shapes music education through his leadership role in developing Sound Innovations for Concert Band and through regular appearances as guest conductor for All-State and Regional Honor Bands. His clinician work spans colleges, universities, and state music education conferences across North America, Europe, Asia, and Australia. In 2020, VanderCook College of Music honored him with a doctorate recognizing his lasting impact on the field.

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Why we love this

Sheldon writes marches that actually sound important without requiring advanced technical chops. The scoring here stays colorful and engaging while staying within the comfortable range of Grade 1.5 ensembles, which means your band can focus on interpretation and sound quality rather than fighting the notes. Perfect for groups that need a piece with genuine gravitas for graduation or festival without a long learning curve.

What to expect

Integrity moves with the measured confidence of a formal ceremony. The march form brings traditional structure, but Sheldon's scoring resists predictability with harmonic color and rhythmic interest that keeps both players and listeners engaged. Bold and straightforward without feeling elementary, it sits at that sweet spot where accessible writing meets real musical substance.

Who it's for

This march suits developing bands that need a piece with dignity and presence for graduation ceremonies, regional festivals, or contest performance. The Grade 1.5 difficulty keeps the piece accessible while the writing itself models professional concert band style that encourages growth in maturity and ensemble balance.

How to get the most out of it

Shape the melody with a consistent dynamic arc in each phrase rather than playing it mechanically. Sheldon's tunefulness rewards singers on every instrument.
Balance the harmonic voices so that the full scoring projects evenly. The 'colorful scoring' mentioned in the description works only if all sections are heard clearly.
Establish a steady, confident march tempo that sits comfortably for your ensemble and lock it early in rehearsal. The stateliness depends on rock-solid pulse.

How to use it

This works beautifully as an opener on any concert where you want to set a serious, accomplished tone. It also serves well as a graduation processional or recessional where the stateliness and tuneful melody give the occasion its proper weight. Consider pairing it with contrasting repertoire to showcase range without sacrificing the professional feel of your program.