Partitions Robert Sheldon pour orchestre d'instruments à vent

This composition is inspired by the Susquehanna River, capturing the spirit of hope and optimism as each of us searches for what is in our future, beyond our own 'river bend.' (3:40)

This composition is inspired by the Susquehanna River, capturing the spirit of hope and optimism as each of us searches for what is in our future, beyond our own riverbend. (3:40)

The shores of the Great Lakes are infamous for their intense storms. This composition attempts to paint a musical portrait of the beautiful lake shore before and during one of these events. (2:35)

The shores of the Great Lakes are infamous for their intense storms. This composition attempts to paint a musical portrait of the beautiful lake shore before and during one of these events. (2:35)

The shores of the Great Lakes are infamous for their intense storms. This composition attempts to paint a musical portrait of the beautiful lake shore before and during one of these events. (2:35)

The shores of the Great Lakes are infamous for their intense storms. This composition attempts to paint a musical portrait of the beautiful lake shore before and during one of these events. (2:35)

This energetic overture is brimming with catchy melodies for nearly every section of the band. The bold opening fanfare leads to a brisk Allegro that uses a variety of textures and colors. A contrasti...

This dreamy interlude is a great way to introduce young bands to the Dorian mode. Wonderful melodic lines, along with intriguing harmonic content and texture, really enhance this musical dreamscape in...

Flight of the Piasa was written to depict the majesty of the legendary Piasa, an enormous winged creature, and the bravery of the Illini tribe who triumphed over its reign of terror. The discovery of...

Wether you are using this CD to encourage your students to practive every day or to select new compositions for your band: The Washington Winds recordings are always a valuable choice for your CD libr...

The rhapsodic nature of the composition allows for a dynamic interplay of melodic and harmonic development. Fanfares and dance gestures dominate the opening statement. The contrasting lyrical section...