The Stormchasers: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts

$78.00 USD

The Stormchasers: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts

Name: The Stormchasers: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts
Brand: Alfred Music
SKU: 00-37826
Price: 78.00 USD
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By Robert Sheldon

Grade: 4 (Medium Difficult)

Item: 00-37826

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Commissioned by and written for the Dixon (IL) Municipal Band, "The Stormchasers" is a march in the style of a circus "screamer," featuring fanfares, flourishes and tuneful melodies, all played at a very aggressive tempo. Having been raised in Florida and attending the University of Miami, the composer's nod to "Uncle Henry" is sure to bring a smile to anyone who is a lover of those great Fillmore marches. (2:00)

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Series: Alfred Concert Band

Publisher: Alfred Music

Page Count: 258

UPC: 038081429786

SKU: 00-37826

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About the Composer: Robert Sheldon

Robert Sheldon's compositions appear on concert stages and festival programs across the globe with remarkable frequency. His work has earned him recognition from the American School Band Director's Association, Phi Beta Mu, and ASCAP, and his pieces regularly appear on state and international contest lists. Beyond composing, Sheldon has shaped wind band pedagogy as lead author of Sound Innovations for Concert Band, and he actively commissions new works while maintaining a prolific publication schedule.

As a guest conductor, clinician, and educator, Sheldon has worked with All-State and Regional Honor Bands throughout North America and internationally, including appearances in Japan, Canada, Italy, Germany, Australia, and China. His works have been performed at Carnegie Hall, Orchestra Hall in Chicago, Boston's Symphony Hall, the Sydney Opera House, and the Kennedy Center. VanderCook College of Music awarded him an honorary doctorate in 2020.

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Why we love this

Sheldon channels the energy and character of classic Fillmore marches without recycling their formulas, giving your band a concert piece that feels genuinely fun rather than quaint. The aggressive tempo and constant activity demand engagement from every section, and the balance between technical challenge and clear melodic writing keeps players motivated through rehearsals. Directors who program this report that audiences recognize the circus march language immediately and respond with infectious enthusiasm.

What to expect

Bright, relentless energy propels this march from the opening fanfare through its climactic flourishes. The writing captures the exuberance and visual spectacle of circus music, complete with a wink to the golden age of American march composition, creating a piece that feels celebratory and slightly mischievous all at once.

Who it's for

Grade 4 bands with solid fundamentals and strong rhythmic coordination can tackle this march. It suits ensembles that thrive on accessible, entertaining repertoire and directors seeking a concert piece that engages both players and audiences without requiring advanced technical demands.

How to get the most out of it

Maintain crisp articulation in the fanfare passages; these thrive on rhythmic precision and air between the notes rather than legato phrasing.
Lock the tempo early in rehearsals. The aggressive pace drives the entire character, so ensemble confidence in the pulse matters more than perfect intonation in the first weeks.
Balance the melodic voices against the supporting harmonies. The tuneful lines deserve to sing, but they'll disappear if the inner parts play at full volume.
Emphasize the "screamer" energy in section leaders during rehearsal; this attitude spreads through the full band and prevents the piece from settling into a plodding march feel.

How to use it

Program "The Stormchasers" as a concert opener or closer to frame your event with high spirits and audience connection. It works especially well as a finale to a pops or family concert, or as the energetic centerpiece of a spring concert alongside more lyrical selections.