Snow Globe: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts

$49.00 USD

Snow Globe: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts

Name: Snow Globe: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts
Brand: Alfred Music
SKU: 00-33819
Price: 49.00 USD
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By Robert Sheldon

Grade: 1 (Very Easy)

Item: 00-33819

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This gentle piece reminds us of the wistful and whimsical feelings we have when looking into a snow globe. The soaring melodies and colorful accompaniments recall the warm memories of friends and family during the holiday season. "Snow Globe" is sure to provide a special moment for your audience on your young band's next holiday program. (2:09) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud. Correlates to Sound Innovations for Concert Band, Book 1 Level 6.

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Series: Sound Innovations for Concert Band

Publisher: Alfred Music

Page Count: 130

UPC: 038081394732

SKU: 00-33819

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About the Composer: Robert Sheldon

Robert Sheldon stands among today's most frequently performed composers for wind band, with works that appear on concert stages and contest lists internationally. His awards include recognition from the American School Band Director's Association, Phi Beta Mu, and ASCAP, reflecting a compositional voice that connects deeply with both ensembles and audiences. He serves as lead author of Sound Innovations for Concert Band and regularly accepts commissions for new works.

Beyond the page, Sheldon maintains an active schedule as a guest conductor for All-State and Regional Honor Bands, and as a clinician presenting at universities and state music education conferences. His conducting appearances span the United States and internationally across Japan, Canada, Italy, Germany, Australia, and China. His works have been performed at Carnegie Hall, Orchestra Hall in Chicago, Boston Symphony Hall, the Sydney Opera House, and the Kennedy Center. In 2020, VanderCook College of Music awarded him an honorary doctorate.

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Why we love this

Sheldon captures genuine emotional weight in a piece that Grade 1 bands can actually pull off convincingly. The gentle character and soaring melodic writing give young musicians something meaningful to shape, not just notes to play through. For a holiday program, this sits perfectly at that sweet spot between nostalgic appeal for your audience and genuine musical satisfaction for your students.

What to expect

Peering into a snow globe feels like stepping outside of time, and Sheldon captures that suspended, gently reflective mood. The soaring melodies float above warm harmonic foundations, evoking those hazy memories of winter traditions and cherished moments with people who matter most.

Who it's for

Developing concert bands at Grade 1 level who are ready to tackle repertoire beyond basic band books. This works equally well for ensembles starting to explore Sound Innovations Book 1 Level 6 material, or any young band looking for a holiday selection with genuine musical substance rather than novelty appeal.

How to get the most out of it

Balance the melody across your ensemble carefully; with Grade 1 reading levels, the tendency is for the lead voice to overshadow the accompaniment. Check that inner parts have presence without overwhelming the primary line.
Pay attention to the colorful harmonic shifts Sheldon uses to evoke that 'looking through glass' quality. Slight dynamic shaping on chord changes makes the wistful character land more convincingly.
Work the soaring passages with attention to phrase shape rather than strict tempo. Young bands often rush through the climbing lines; settle into the rise and let the melody breathe.

How to use it

Program this as the emotional centerpiece of your young band's holiday concert, placed after more straightforward seasonal fare to give your audience a moment of genuine musical introspection. At just over two minutes, it pairs well with a longer work and serves as an elegant transition between the concert's festive opening and closing selections.