Otter Point Holiday: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts

$80.00 USD

Otter Point Holiday: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts

Name: Otter Point Holiday: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts
Brand: Alfred Music
SKU: 00-49524
Price: 80.00 USD
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By Robert Sheldon

Grade: 4

Item: 00-49524

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Otter Point Holiday, by Robert Sheldon, begins with a playful, fast tempo with interesting harmonies and meters, students will be immediately enamored by this piece. There is a contrasting, beautiful, and expressive lyrical section that follows before the opening feel returns---bringing the piece to an exciting conclusion. This delightful work is very tuneful and filled with joy! (4:09)

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Series: Alfred Concert Band

Publisher: Alfred Music

ISBN10: 1-4706-4936-5

ISBN13: 978-1-4706-4936-4

UPC: 038081570143

SKU: 00-49524

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About the Composer: Robert Sheldon

Robert Sheldon's compositions have become staples in concert band libraries across North America and beyond. A prolific composer and clinician, he has earned recognition from the American School Band Director's Association, Phi Beta Mu, and ASCAP for works that combine accessibility with genuine musical substance. His pieces appear regularly on state and national contest lists, and his influence extends through his authorship of Sound Innovations for Concert Band, a foundational method series used in countless programs.

Sheldon's calendar fills quickly with guest conducting appearances at All-State and Regional Honor Bands, as well as clinician residencies at universities and state music education conferences. His works have been performed at Carnegie Hall, Symphony Hall in Boston, Orchestra Hall in Chicago, and the Kennedy Center, among other major venues. In 2020, VanderCook College of Music granted him an honorary doctorate in recognition of his sustained contributions to wind band music education.

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Why we love this

Sheldon understands what middle-level ensembles can do musically without overwhelming them technically. The piece moves through three distinct sections with enough contrast to hold attention, yet the playful opening and return give it immediate cohesion. Students feel the joy in playing it, which translates to confident performances that impress both judges and audiences.

What to expect

The opening dances with playful unpredictability, its harmonies slightly unexpected in the best way. Then the music opens into something genuinely tender and singing before snapping back with infectious energy that feels inevitable rather than forced.

Who it's for

Grade 4 concert bands ready to tackle mixed meters and contrasting formal sections without needing extensive musical maturity. Directors seeking a festival or contest piece that showcases musicianship across the ensemble rather than relying on soloists.

How to get the most out of it

Nail the meter shifts in the opening section. These aren't meant to feel clunky; they should feel like natural harmonic changes, so rehearse the transition points separately until the ensemble hears the smoothness underneath the rhythmic variety.
Let the lyrical middle breathe. After the brisk opening, resist the urge to rush this contrasting section. A deliberate tempo with warm, connected phrasing will make the return feel earned.
Balance the energy carefully during the final section. The excitement should build from the return, not start at full intensity. This gives you dynamic trajectory that carries through to the final chord.

How to use it

Save this for the final third of your concert where audiences are warmed up and ready for something engaging. It pairs well after a traditional march or overture, and its tuneful joy makes it an excellent choice for holiday programs, spring festivals, or end-of-year showcases.