Robert Sheldon

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...

Celebrate the joy and energy of Afro-Cuban music! Feel the beat, beginning with the opening conga, followed by a gentle and alluring son-salsa, and closing with a fast-paced mambo. An intense experien...

With a rhythmic drive and tuneful melody, this concert overture engages the listener from the first measure. Colorful scoring and tasteful percussion bring the opening section to life. The plaintive l...

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 spirited overture features tuneful and rhythmic melodies along with some poignant lyrical moments of expression. Bright, bold, and brimming with personality, this work is a great way to open a co...

This spirited overture features tuneful and rhythmic melodies along with some poignant lyrical moments of expression. Bright, bold, and brimming with personality, this work is a great way to open a co...

This multi-meter, jazz inspired composition has infectious rhythms and tuneful melodies that are highlighted by the driving percussion riffs, propelling the music through a variety of styles, moods, a...

Choreography was commissioned by the 2008 ATSSB All-State Band by the Association of Texas Small School Bands. Written in overture form, the piece draws its inspiration from dance movements found in c...

Choreography was commissioned by the 2008 ATSSB All-State Band by the Association of Texas Small School Bands. Written in overture form, the piece draws its inspiration from dance movements found in c...

Robert Sheldon has crafted this exemplary medley from Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire [TM]. With all the exuberance and passion of the original Patrick Doyle blockbuster film score, the symphonic...

Bone-a-fied, by Robert Sheldon, is a delightfully quirky novelty that features jazz and rock harmonies, solos for three of your star players, and (of course) a trombone part that is really fun to play...

Bone-a-fied, by Robert Sheldon, is a delightfully quirky novelty that features jazz and rock harmonies, solos for three of your star players, and (of course) a trombone part that is really fun to play...

This stunning setting by Robert Sheldon of the hymn "God of Our Fathers" is presented as a chorale prelude beginning with a mournful and powerful opening. The piece moves through several major and min...

This stunning setting by Robert Sheldon of the hymn "God of Our Fathers" is presented as a chorale prelude beginning with a mournful and powerful opening. The piece moves through several major and min...

This stunning setting by Robert Sheldon of the hymn "God of Our Fathers" is presented as a chorale prelude beginning with a mournful and powerful opening. The piece moves through several major and min...

This stunning setting by Robert Sheldon of the hymn "God of Our Fathers" is presented as a chorale prelude beginning with a mournful and powerful opening. The piece moves through several major and min...

Bach's 'Minuet in G Major' provides the inspiration for this lively rock-style piece for young bands. A statement of the original theme gives way to a rousing rock version of this famous melody. Corre...

Take your young musicians and the audience to the Dark Continent with this tuneful and rhythmic offering. The tribal Swahili beat and authentic-sounding harmonies will provide a colorful and vibrant m...

Take a trip to a mysterious continent with this tuneful and rhythmic offering. The tribal Swahili beat and authentic-sounding harmonies provide a colorful and vibrant moment for your next concert. It...

The hot winds blowing over the Mediterranean Sea off the coast of Northern Africa are called the Sirocco. This wind emanates exotic energy, creating feelings of introspection and adventure captured in...

This piece is a musical representation of some of the prominent forms of renewable energy produced in the Imperial Valley. A powerful opening fanfare leads to rapid passages that depict wind; slow har...

Inspired by the overthrow of King James II of England in what was later called the Glorious Insurrection (or Revolution) of 1688, this dramatic musical essay is rife with powerful, ominous chords and...

Inspired by the overthrow of King James II of England in what was later called the Glorious Insurrection (or Revolution) of 1688, this dramatic musical essay is rife with powerful, ominous chords and...

Perfect for opening or closing a concert for first-year band students, A Woodland Celebration by Robert Sheldon lends a light rhythmic style to a tuneful melody. As soon as young students can play a c...