J.W. Pepper Music Catalog
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42019 Editors' Choice lNew for 2019 HPepper Basic Library ePrint All Prices in U.S. Dollars & Subject To Publisher Revision 36 STRING ORCHESTRA Go to cart ORIGINAL CONCERT WORKS medium-easy Geometric Dances—Richard Meyer. Consider this excellent original piece for your next concert or contest...an incredible amount of variety, creativity and cleverness have gone into the creation of its three separate movements: Square Dance; Round Dance and Triangle Dance. Each is musically satisfying and offers a variety of challenging playing techniques. Winner of the 1995 Texas Orchestra Director's Association Composition Contest! 2346484 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .56.00 l Get Reeling—Neridah Oostenbroek. This lively, energetic piece is based on two original reels that incorporate a lot of fun techniques for all instruments. A drone in the middle section is reminiscent of Scottish bagpipes and utilizes colorful harmonics in the violins. Sure to become a favorite for students and audiences alike! 10995993 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .55.00 10995994 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .6.00 H Ghost Carnival—Erik Morales. Let your players illustrate the mysterious goings on at the carnival! Dramatic and colorful, Ghost Carnival introduces developing players to glissando, open-string pizzicato double stops, and other effects and techniques that make string playing so much fun. A great feature for fall concerts! 10091981 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .55.00 10091982 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .5.00 H The Gift—William Hofeldt. An original "Aria" for string orchestra, The Gift allows you to work on expression and sustained playing and contains some extremely beautiful chromatic passages! 2270734 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .48.00 Heart of Fire—Lauren Bernofsky. Packed full of rhythmic charge and excitement with scalar passages and beautiful solo lines for contrast. A cello solo portion really makes this original sing. 10307183 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .55.00 4 The Highlander—Deborah Baker Monday. Experience a story of loss, remembrance, and celebration. Prominently featuring the viola section as a tribute, this work moves beautifully through several keys and contrasting sections based on the Scottish fiddle tune Highlander's Farewell. With increasing excitement and tempo, the opening theme returns at the conclusion with an energetic reel. 10981269 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .52.00 The Highwire—Alan Lee Silva. Just as the title describes, this piece walks the high wire with driving rhythms, sonorous lyrical lines, and lush harmonies. 10522059 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .50.00 10522060 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .6.00 l Holes in Space—Mark Revell. A piece with a unique flair for string orchestra, Holes in Space depicts the atomic happenings of matter in our universe. The continuous pizzicato orchestration also leaves a refreshing amount of "space" between notes. 11100076 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .50.00 11100077 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .7.00 Hyperdrive—Ralph Ford. The term "hyperdrive" refers to a device which allows a vehicle in space to travel faster than the speed of light. This highly energetic original by Ralph Ford is full of exciting rhythms, double stops, and jazz-like articulations which will surely propel students and audiences into hyperdrive! 10310303 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .45.00 10310304 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .8.00 H Ice Sculptures—Brian Balmages. This lyrical work draws its inspiration from ice hotels; temporary hotels made entirely of ice and snow. Strong elements of film scoring prevail throughout the work as it tells the story of the construction, visitors, and eventual melting of the hotel. Feature both your cello soloist and cello section in this unique work that will captivate your audience! 10063417 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .50.00 10063419 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .5.00 4 Ignite—Kathryn Griesinger. Feel the intensity and fire of an exciting adventure in this electric work for string orchestra. Written in A minor, the musical journey takes players through a series of unexpected modal shifts using easy accidentals, edgy syncopation, and accented rhythms to maintain a sense of danger and momentum. A daring escape that explodes with energy, keeping players and audiences on the edge of their seats! 10997974 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .50.00 10997975 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .8.00 In the Sun—Yukiko Nishimura. Featuring a light atmospheric sound, this piece is full of energy and spirit. Composed in rondo form, the main theme appears repeatedly, alternating with contrasting sections. A peaceful section with legato melodies and warm harmonies make this work a perfect concert opener. 10907807 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .55.00 10907808 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .7.00 Inishowen—Sarah Siegler. This engaging piece was inspired by the beautiful scenery of Inishowen, a peninsula in Northern Ireland. The first movement is slow and lyrical, depicting the beauty of standing on the shore, looking at the sea. The second movement is a fun jig, portraying a group of sheepdogs playing in the fields. In the last section, themes from both movements are combined for a powerful finish. 10908677 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .55.00 10908678 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .8.00 EDITORS' CHOICE Original Concert Works • Medium-Easy Each year Pepper's Editors review hundreds of new releases and choose the cream of the crop to bear the name, Editors' Choice. You can buy any of these with confidence! Ante Meridian—Todd Parrish. Inspired by a painting of the same name, this engaging work features memorable rhythmic patterns of sixteenth notes, flat-key fingerings, and varied articulations. e original painting evokes the awesome, eternal nature of the sea, depicted musically with constant motion and majestic themes. 10986317 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49.00 Colors of Home—Alan Lee Silva. A loving portrait of life growing up in the pastoral foothills of Northern California, Colors of Home conveys a warm Americana feeling, featuring beautifully nuanced melodic themes and carefully craed harmonies. 11100043 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55.00 11100044 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7.00 Corozal Nights—Doug Spata. is exciting Latin dance for intermediate orchestras features approachable syncopation, catchy rhythms, and low first-finger patterns in every section of the orchestra. e exotic D minor tonality and optional percussion parts add authentic Latin flavor. A captivating concert selection! 10981242 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47.00 Danza de mi Corozon—Steven L. Rosenhaus. is music is intended to connect emotionally with players and audiences alike. is energetic work does that and makes you want to dance too! e fiery tango in D minor is both a solid teaching piece and truly a “dance of the heart.” 11100047 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50.00 11100048 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7.00 Dynasty—Kathryn Griesinger. Hear the call of ancient ancestors in this exciting tribute to legend and legacy. Bold, heroic themes of fierce warriors and noble rulers rise through subtle pentatonic harmonies that suggest mighty Asian dynasties. Adventurous melodies in a driving 6/8 are passed to every section with a few easy accidentals, and a serene slow section features the viola section. A great teaching piece to focus on slurred string crossings in first position. 10995985 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65.00 10995986 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6.00 First Flight—Francis J. Caravella. From its opening fanfare to its rousing conclusion, this original work captures the rapt anticipation and thrill of human flight. Whether celebrating the historic moments of the Wright brothers' achievement, recent successes of space travel, or success of student graduation - the driving 6/8 and changing melodic modes depict the adventure of a lifetime! 10981244 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52.00 e Highlander—Deborah Baker Monday. Experience a story of loss, remembrance, and celebration. Prominently featuring the viola section as a tribute, this work moves beautifully through several keys and contrasting sections based on the Scottish fiddle tune Highlander's Farewell. With increasing excitement and tempo, the opening theme returns at the conclusion with an energetic reel. 10981269 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52.00 Ignite—Kathryn Griesinger. Feel the intensity and fire of an exciting adventure in this electric work for string orchestra. Written in A minor, the musical journey takes players through a series of unexpected modal shis using easy accidentals, edgy syncopation, and accented rhythms to maintain a sense of danger and momentum. A daring escape that explodes with energy, keeping players and audiences on the edge of their seats! 10997974 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50.00 10997975 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8.00 e Knight Errant—Alan Lee Silva. With pulsing energy from the opening bar, e Knight Errant moves forward with driving precision, building intensity and energy as the piece develops. A carefully craed tale of a mythical knight who valiantly searches for adventure and opportunity. Includes a dynamic piano accompaniment. 11100111 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50.00 11100112 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7.00 Land of Dragons—Chris omas. It is a world of sorcerers, magic, elven warriors, and fantastical creatures. Anything is possible, and adventure is always on the horizon. Fierce, marcato rhythms are juxtaposed with dark haunting melodies that weave their way throughout the ensemble. Capture your students' imaginations and bring the adventure to your audience! 10996003 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60.00 10996004 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6.00 Perpetuum—Paul Barker. A lively and contemporary addition to any concert performance with memorable melodic lines and relentless driving rhythms. e piece begins with a powerful introduction to the main theme, which is ingeniously augmented as the piece powers forward. e middle section provides a warm, lyrical contrast performed by the lower strings. e main theme returns with a wall of sound, heading to a dramatic close. Optional percussion parts are highly recommended. 10997976 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50.00 10997977 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8.00 Rubicon—Doug Spata. Written to help students understand the concept of positions, this entire piece can be played by the violins, violas, and cellos in 3rd position with no shiing! Playing in positions is oen a challenging hurdle for many young musicians yet an important prerequisite for advanced techniques. e rhythms are kept very simple so students can focus on playing in a new way. 10986322 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49.00 10986323 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9.00 Struggle in the Shadows—Brian Balmages. is powerful work tackles the issue of bullying in schools from the perspective of a student. Making use of a quartet within the ensemble (either a standard quartet or two violins and two cellos), the piece moves between the voices of the lonely and their experiences. From moments of solitude to anguish and hope, this piece seeks to bring light to an issue that continues to plague schools worldwide. 10996017 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60.00 10996018 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6.00 Sweet New Moon—Yukiko Nishimura. A beautifully heartfelt work for young musicians, with lush harmonies and suspensions that will stretch the musicianship of the performers. A thoughtful, meditative work, perfect for your concert program. 11100109 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55.00 11100110 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7.00 VISIT JWPEPPER.COM