The Lakes: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts

$70.00 USD

The Lakes: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts

Name: The Lakes: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts
Brand: Alfred Music
SKU: 00-51807
Price: 70.00 USD
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By Robert Sheldon

Grade: 2.5

Item: 00-51807

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Written in two distinct sections, The Lakes, by Robert Sheldon, opens with a lyrical theme reminiscent of many much-loved American hymns and gospel tunes. Important parts appear in all parts, but feature the bells, chimes, and euphonium. The second half of the piece is a British-style march, starting with a brief percussion interlude, and gradually adding wind instruments until the full band finishes the march with all the enthusiasm it can muster! (3:10)

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Series: Young Symphonic Series

Publisher: Alfred Music

ISBN10: 1-4706-7402-5

ISBN13: 978-1-4706-7402-1

UPC: 038081596198

SKU: 00-51807

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About the Composer: Robert Sheldon

Robert Sheldon stands among the most frequently performed composers in wind band repertoire today. His works appear regularly on state contest lists and concert programs worldwide, and he continues to accept commissions while producing substantial new publications annually. Beyond composition, Sheldon co-authored Sound Innovations for Concert Band and has earned recognition from the American School Band Directors Association, Phi Beta Mu, and ASCAP.

As a guest conductor and clinician, Sheldon has led All-State and Regional Honor Bands across the United States and internationally in Japan, Canada, Italy, Germany, Australia, and China. He has conducted performances of his works at Carnegie Hall, Orchestra Hall, Boston Symphony Hall, the Sydney Opera House, and the Kennedy Center. In 2020, VanderCook College of Music awarded him an honorary doctorate in recognition of his contributions to music education.

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Why we love this

The Lakes gives Grade 2.5 bands access to genuine musical architecture without overcomplicating the logistics. The hymn-like opening feels substantial and singable while the march provides that visceral payoff that young musicians need to feel their own progress. Sheldon understands how to write for developing ensembles: every section gets something memorable, and the two-part design keeps rehearsals organized and motivating.

What to expect

The opening unfolds like a familiar hymn that you've always known, unhurried and full of quiet dignity. When the march arrives in the second half, the mood pivots completely: bright, spirited, and propulsive, building momentum with each new instrument until the band reaches a satisfying conclusion together.

Who it's for

Concert bands at the Grade 2.5 level looking for festival and contest repertoire with genuine musical substance. Conductors seeking a piece that showcases both lyricism and energy within a single work, giving student musicians experience with contrasting styles and textures.

How to get the most out of it

Shape the opening hymn melody with long lines and consistent vibrato in the bells and euphonium; this section rewards sustained phrasing over technical flash.
Let the percussion interlude breathe and settle before the march enters; this moment creates genuine contrast and resets the audience's attention.
Build the march gradually by tracking the exact instrumentation at each entrance; have the rhythm section anchor the groove before adding the full harmonic texture.
Balance the final tutti march so that the full sound feels celebratory rather than chaotic; work backward from the ending to ensure the climax doesn't lose shape.

How to use it

Program The Lakes as a concert centerpiece for a festival or contest where you want to demonstrate both musical maturity and ensemble energy. Its two-section design also pairs naturally with more rhythmically driven openers or finales, creating a well-rounded program that shows the range of your ensemble.