J.W. Pepper Music Catalog
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4Editors' Choice (Best of 2017 Publications) lNew for 2017 HPepper Basic Library Available via ePrint All Prices in U.S. Dollars & Subject To Publisher Revision 16 string orchestra Go to cart Classical Selections medium-easy Autumn from "The Four Seasons"Vivaldi/ arr. Meyers. One of the earliest examples of tone painting, Vivaldi's "The Four Seasons" are a staple of the orchestral repertoire. This energetic movement from Autumn depicts a hunt on a crisp fall morning and is full of terraced dynamics, hooked bowings and dotted rhythms. The original violin solo has been simplified and distributed to two solo violins with solo cello accompaniment. Full and mature-sounding, yet very playable by less- experienced students. 10015215 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . 49.00 10015216 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 9.00 H Badinerie (from "Orchestral Suite No. 2")J. S. Bach/arr. Woolstenhulme. This lively selection in G minor brings the intricate charm of Bach to life for developing players. As a teaching piece, the primary purpose is to introduce low 4th finger to violin and viola players. As a performance piece, it's clean and flashy! 10281211 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . 48.00 10281212 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 6.00 Beethoven, Inc.Beethoven/arr. Meyer. Hear what happens when Beethoven meets Mozart, Offenbach, Brahms, Handel, Bach, Saint-Saens and Rossini in this clever arrangement that combines Ode to Joy with some of the most famous melodies in the classical repertoire. Your students and audience will enjoy trying to find Ode to Joy as it is hidden above, under, and in the middle of Eine Kleine Nachtmusik; Can-Can; Brahms' "Symphony No. 1"; Hallelujah Chorus; Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring; Bacchanal from "Samson and Delilah" and William Tell Overture. A great way to teach music history while playing music that's just plain fun! 2703085 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . 55.00 10006155 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 8.00 Best of BachJ S Bach/arr. Jerry Brubaker. Bach's familiar Sheep May Safely Graze is set here at a level perfect for intermediate orchestras. Playable with just strings or by adding any combination of winds up to full orchestra instrumentation, this will be a lovely addition to your concert. 2440733 String or Full Orchestra . . . . . 58.00 The Bird (Finale from "String Quartet Op. 33, No. 3")F.J. Haydn/arr. Moreno. Here is a classic Haydn string quartet for developing string orchestras. This fun arrangement of the Finale from The Bird stays true to the original elements, yet is quite accessible for younger students. Ensembles aiming for a more refined, classical tone will have great success with this popular work while enjoying its lighthearted nature. 10366882 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . 45.00 H Brandenburg Concerto No. 5 (First Movement, Abridged)J. S. Bach/arr. Isaac. The first movement from this Bach classic is arranged in a very playable manner to allow the young string player to comprehend and perform a Bach masterwork. Recorded by Michigan State University Orchestra on the CD Teaching Music Through Performance in Orchestra Volume 1 - Pepper #5973728. 2052959 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . 62.00 5973728 Teaching Music Through Performance in Orchestra, Vol., 1 4-CD Set. . . . . . . . . . . 49.50 4 Brandenburg Concerto No.5J.S. Bach/arr. Lynne Latham. An absolute classic for strings, this version is in C major to avoid forward extensions for viola and cello. There is nothing out of first position except for a simple shift for cello and bass in a brief passage. A solo string quartet section gives the work a truly Baroque feel. 10738717 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . 35.00 10738718 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 6.00 n CanariosGaspar Sanz/arr. Robert Longfield. The guitar music of Gaspar Sanz retains its popularity to this day. This particular excerpt for string orchestra exudes rhythmic vitality and a fascinating use of hemiola. The Spanish influence gives it a unique take on Baroque music. 10617944 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . 48.00 10617945 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 6.00 Carnival of the AnimalsCamille Saint-Saens/ arr. Halferty. Three standout movements from "Carnival of the Animals" are available in this appealing setting for developing string orchestra. Royal March Of The Lion; The Elephant and Fossils are all in very playable keys and arranged to maintain the integrity of the original without the need for piano soloists. Destined to be a highlight at concerts and contests for years to come. 10367496 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . 52.00 10367497 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 6.00 CavatinaAntonin Dvorak/arr. Sieving. This beautiful Romantic work has been expanded from the violin and piano setting and is perfect for strings! The violin, viola and bass parts are all playable in first position, while the cello goes to third position. As the title suggests, expressive legato playing within the ensemble gives students the opportunity to develop their bow control. The piano part requires a clean and crisp approach. Beautiful! 10310576 String Orchestra with Piano . . 46.00 10310581 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 7.00 H Classical SymphonySergei Prokofiev/arr. Gruselle. Carrie Lane Gruselle has made this great work accessible to student orchestras while maintaining the spirit and drive of the original. Prokofiev's trademark harmonic twists will be a welcome change for your orchestra, and the Finale will be a high point of your concert! 2346443 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . 56.00 2346450 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 6.00 Concerto for String OrchestraGeorg Phillipe Telemann/arr. McCarrick. This is a clear example of why Telemann is considered a master of Baroque string music! The opening Grave is rich with suspensions and calls for a sustained and brooding tone. The vibrant Allegro will bring out your students' most precise playing and adds some third position for your first violins. Between the vigorous bowing, dramatic dynamics and occasional uses of daring harmony, Telemann's unique style is almost enough to leave you breathless! This is a great way to open a concert! It's music strings love to play and audiences love to hear! 10049893 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . 49.00 10049895 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 7.00 Concerto for ThreeAntonio Vivaldi/arr. Lloyd Conley. Taken from "Concerto Grosso, Op. 3," L'Estro Armonico (Harmony of the Soul), this unique edition offers the opportunity to feature three of your best players - two violins and one viola - as soloists accompanied by string orchestra. A great opportunity to perform a distinctive Baroque work. 10057760 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . 45.00 10061954 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 5.00 n Country Wedding (from "The Moldau") Bedrich Smetana/arr. Dackow. Smetana's Bohe- mian slow polka from "The Moldau" makes a colorful selection for string orchestra. Sandra Dackow's typically strong arrangement will provide many teaching and performing opportunities. 2191658 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . 45.00 n Dance of the HoursAmilcare Ponchielli/arr. Robert Longfield. As heard in the Disney classic "Fantasia" where it served as accompaniment for ostriches, hippos, elephants and alligators, this work continues as a staple of the of light Classical repertoire taken from both opera and ballet. Now available in this superb, accessible version. 10459281 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . 40.00 10459282 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 5.00 H Dance of the Reed FlutesP.I. Tchaikovsky/ arr. Carrie Lane Gruselle. Taken from Act II of Tchaikovsky's timeless "Nutcracker" ballet, Carrie Lane Gruselle's arrangement of Dance of the Reed Flutes is a sugar-sprinkled "plum" for string orchestras. It's a lively way to incorporate a traditional Christmas favorite into secular holiday concerts for upper-elementary/middle school performers. 10091971 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . 50.00 10091972 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 5.00 Dance of the TumblersNikolai Rimsky- Korsakov/arr. Bob Lipton. The personality of Rimsky-Korsakov's original really shines through in this arrangement. The piece offers great performance flexibility, working equally well as an opener, closer, or even a lighter selection during your program. 10454267 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . 50.00 10454300 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 5.00 Danse Bacchanale (from "Samson and Delilah") Camille Saint-Saens/arr. Hoffman. One of opera's most famous scenes is now available in this skilled adaption for strings, with the powerful tribal dance scene from "Samson and Delilah." After opening with an evocative violin solo, the tension-filled movement accelerates to a brilliant finish, depicting the drama surrounding Samson's destruction of the temple and his enemies. 10343646 String Orchestra, Percussion Req . . . . . . . . . . . 50.00 H DanzaVaclav Nelhybel. Nelhybel's intriguing work is divided into three sections, Adagio; Allegro, and Vivo. Nelhybel's contribution to the world of music is fast becoming recognized worldwide. Recorded by Michigan State University Orchestra on the CD, Teaching Music Through Performance in Orchestra Volume 1 - Pepper #5973728. 2065894 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . 55.00 Eine Kleine Nachtsmusik (First Movement) W.A. Mozart/arr. Robert D. McCashin. Eine Kleine Nachtmusik was written near the end of Mozart's short life (1787) as a four-movement serenade for chamber strings. It has become one of his most- performed works, and this easy arrangement of the first movement will allow young orchestras to perform it beautifully. 10568185 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . 45.00 10568186 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 6.00 H Entrance of the Queen of ShebaG.F. Handel/ arr. H.B. Fisher. A sure winner with your violin section, this festive processional by Handel will sound "royal" with your group. On the easy side of this level. Recorded by Michigan State University Orchestra on the CD Teaching Music Through Performance in Orchestra, Volume 1 - Pepper #5973728. 2301349 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . 62.00 l Finale from "Overture No. 5"William Boyce/ arr. David Giardiniere. This finale was originally scored in F major for strings, oboe and continuo. This edition moves the key to D Major, adds a unique second violin part, and provides added articulations to make the work more accessible for student musicians. Boyce's charming melody is reminiscent of a sailor's hornpipe, with the slower section providing contrast and delicate beauty. 10696542 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . 47.00 10696543 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 6.00 4 Fingal's RockFelix Mendelssohn/arr. Kathryn Griesinger. In this modern twist on Mendelssohn's epic Hebrides Overture, low strings get to dig into energetic accented bass lines as two prominent themes weave through the orchestra. This arrangement is very playable in first position with a few simple accidentals. Every section of the orchestra is featured using the same melodic echoes that inspired Mendelssohn almost two centuries ago. Includes optional drum set. 10696530 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . 47.00 10696531 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 6.00 l GagliardaOttorino Respighi/arr. Carrie Lane Gruselle. Borrowing a tune from Vincenzo Galilei, father of the famous astronomer Galileo, Respighi brings a bright and energetic taste of the Renaissance to the concert hall. Triple meter, irregular melodic patterns, dotted rhythms, independence of voices, contrasting textures and dynamics are all studied in this wonderful work by a master composer. 10752888 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . 50.00 10752889 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 5.00 n Gavotte, Op. 40Edvard Grieg/arr. Jeff Bailey. Delightful and treasured, Grieg's "Holberg Suite" is not to be missed. This arrangement of the Gavotte for younger players includes a "learning bank." 10523459 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . 52.00 10523460 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 7.00 n Grand March from "Aida"Giuseppe Verdi/ arr. Hall. Verdi's music transcends the boundaries of its genre: an excerpt from "Aida" has become part of popular culture. This arrangement includes a significant number of bowings and fingerings to assist less experienced players, but still retains the spirit and flavor of the full orchestra original. 10374127 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . 48.00 10374128 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 8.00 n Grover's CornersAaron Copland/arr. Lavender. Aaron Copland composed this theme for the movie version of Thornton Wilder's popular play "Our Town." A nice slice of Americana. 10374194 String Orchestra with Bells . . . 45.00 10379227 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 5.00 n Gypsy AirsPablo Sarasate/arr. Stephen Chin. Pablo Sarasate (1844 - 1908) was a brilliant Spanish violinist and composer. His works, although often fiendishly difficult, are very evocative and display a wide range of emotions and violin pyrotechnics. His more famous works include "The Carmen Fantasy", a number of Spanish Dances and Zigeunerweisen (Gypsy Airs). This arrangement, retaining the expressive and virtuosic elements of the original work, is eminently playable by younger musicians. 2473772 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . 52.00 10537537 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 5.00 Habanera (from "Carmen")Georges Bizet/ arr. Brubaker. This aria, probably the most popular habanera ever, lends itself in a superb fashion to the string orchestra. Even in the opera score, the cello is the anchor, providing the rhythmic and tonal structure on which the aria is built. Incorporating many special effects, including optional tambourine and triangle, this new setting is as fun to play as it is to listen to. Truly a must for any string library! 10310453 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . 55.00 10310455 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 8.00 BEST SELLERS String Orchestra Classical Medium-Easy Buy with confidence! These works, listed in order of their popularity, are chosen most often by directors. Inverno (Scenes from Vivaldi's "Winter")— Antonio Vivaldi/arr. Todd Parrish. 10444015 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . 50.00 10444015E String Orchestra ePrint . . . . . 50.00 Alborada—Nicolai Rimsky-Korsakov/arr. Deborah Baker Monday. 10616595 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . 52.00 Canarios—Gaspar Sanz/arr. Robert Longfield. 10617944 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . 48.00 Themes from The Moldau— Bedrich Smetana/arr. Robert S. Frost. 2098705 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . 48.00 2098705E String Orchestra ePrint . . . . . 48.00 Sleepers Wake—J.S. Bach/arr. Jerry Brubaker. 2478060 String or Full Orchestra. . . . . 65.00 2478060E String or Full Orchestra ePrint 63.00 Entrance of the Queen of Sheba— G.F. Handel/arr. H.B. Fisher. 2301349 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . 62.00 2301349E String Orchestra ePrint . . . . . 62.00 Allegretto (from Symphony No. 7)— Ludwig van Beethoven/arr. Robert Longfield. 10284930 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . 45.00 Ancient Aires and Dances— Respighi/arr. Brubaker. 10032563 String or Full Orchestra. . . . . 55.00 10032563E String or Full Orchestra ePrint 55.00 Romanian Waltz (Waves of the Danube)— Ion Ivanovici/arr. J. Cameron Law. 10609942 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . 50.00 William Tell Overture (Finale)— Rossini/arr. Dackow. 2172062 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . 60.00