Pacific Crest: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts

$90.00 USD

Pacific Crest: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts

Name: Pacific Crest: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts
Brand: Alfred Music
SKU: 00-50882
Price: 90.00 USD
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By Robert Sheldon

Grade: 4

Item: 00-50882

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Pacific Crest, by Robert Sheldon, is an awe-inspiring work named for the ridge of mountains spanning the entire range from Canada to the Mexican border, with music depicting the peaks, panoramic views, and the joy of hiking this incredible trail. (5:05)

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Series: Alfred Concert Band

Publisher: Alfred Music

ISBN10: 1-4706-6843-2

ISBN13: 978-1-4706-6843-3

UPC: 038081587301

SKU: 00-50882

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About the Composer: Robert Sheldon

Robert Sheldon stands among the most frequently performed composers in the wind band repertoire today. His works appear regularly on festival and contest schedules worldwide, and his compositions have been heard in some of music's most prestigious venues, from Carnegie Hall to the Kennedy Center. A prolific creator of new band music, Sheldon balances an active schedule of commissions, guest conducting at honor bands, and educational clinician work across the United States and internationally.

Beyond composition, Sheldon has shaped wind band pedagogy as lead author of Sound Innovations for Concert Band. His contributions to the field have earned him recognition from the American School Band Director's Association, Phi Beta Mu, and the American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers. In 2020, VanderCook College of Music awarded him an honorary doctorate in acknowledgment of his sustained impact on music education.

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Why we love this

Sheldon crafts programmatic narratives that engage students without compromising musicality or challenge. Pacific Crest balances accessibility at Grade 4 with enough textural interest and harmonic color to keep advanced players engaged, making it ideal for ensembles building expressive range. The contest/festival designation carries weight, yet the piece works just as effectively in a concert setting where you want to showcase your band's maturity and storytelling ability.

What to expect

The music captures both the physical journey of hiking and the emotional landscape it inspires. You'll hear moments of striving and exertion, expansive views and moments of reflection, all painted with Sheldon's accessible but thoughtful orchestration. There's joy built into the framework, not as simple cheerfulness but as genuine accomplishment and awe.

Who it's for

Grade 4 concert bands ready to tackle a piece with real programmatic substance and musical depth. This works well for ensembles preparing for festival or contest competition, but also for bands looking to program something ambitious enough to showcase growth without requiring advanced virtuosity.

How to get the most out of it

Shape the dynamic contours to mirror the landscape: let peaks build naturally with crescendo, then pull back for valley sections to create genuine topographical interest rather than maintaining a single energy level throughout.
Balance the melodic lines across your sections. The primary theme likely anchors in one or two voices, but supporting lines carry harmonic and rhythmic importance; ensure inner voices project without overshadowing the lead.
Engage with the programmatic intent during rehearsals. Have students visualize the hike itself—the effort of climbing, the reward of a summit view—and let that inform phrasing and articulation choices.

How to use it

Program this as a centerpiece for a concert program focused on American landscapes or outdoor themes, where it can anchor the second half. It also pairs naturally with shorter contest-circuit favorites that share its programmatic character, giving your program thematic cohesion without feeling forced.