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 22 STRING ORCHESTRA Go to cart CLASSICAL medium l March "Pathetique" (from Symphony No. 6, Op. 74)—P.I. Tchaikovsky/arr. Janice L. McAllister. This arrangement of the third movement from Tchaikovsky's Sixth Symphony is bold and triumphant. The March serves as a nice entry to the works of Tchaikovsky for string orchestra students not quite ready to play the original masterworks by the composer. 11000019 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .52.00 11000036 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .7.00 H Marche Slav—Tchaikovsky/arr. Carrie Lane Gruselle. Tchaikovsky's most famous march exemplifies the spirit of 19th century nationalism as it was growing in Europe. This exceptional arrangement set in A minor (a more comfortable key than the original Bb minor) has all the elements of the original and lets your orchestra shine without the need of winds and percussion. A dramatic and memorable addition to any concert! 10047947 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .50.00 Menuetto from Symphony No. 5—Franz Schubert/arr. Robert D. McCashin. Drawn from one of Schubert's most popular instrumental works, this authentic arrangement features the third movement of his fifth symphony. Though labeled a minuet, it is highly energetic, as much a scherzo as anything. Chock full of great tunes and lighthearted rhythms, this will be a great addition to any concert! 10752896 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .55.00 10752897 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .5.00 H Mock Morris—Percy Grainger/arr. Sandra Dackow. "Always merry and bright" is how Grainger described this cheerful tune! Composed in the style of the traditional English Morris Dance, this completely original work has all the energy and spirit of a Brandenburg Concerto. Delightful! 2353696 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .60.00 5813845 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . .12.50 Music from "Carmina Burana"—Carl Orff/ arr. Stephen Bulla. One of the most recognizable movements of this century, Carl Orff's grand work for chorus and orchestra has been brilliantly adapted with this first-ever edition for string orchestra. Let your students enjoy the the power and grace of this symphonic masterwork! 10021818 String Orchestra, Percussion Required . . . . . . . .55.00 10045075 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .7.00 Nabucco Overture—Giuseppe Verdi/arr. Deborah Baker Monday. Includes all the original themes, especially the popular Va pensiero. All parts have interest, and the various tempos make for an exciting, dramatic performance. 10752505 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .56.00 10752506 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .6.00 Nimrod—Edward Elgar/arr. Mitchell Bender. This ninth variation from Elgar's "Enigma Variations" is the most played and most beautiful of the variations. Due to its overwhelming expressive quality, it has become England's counterpart to Adagio for Strings, being played when music of great emotion and dignity is called for in that country. This fine arrangement moves the key center from Eb to the more string-friendly D. With some very nice divisi writing, this makes an ideal choice for any string orchestra, and especially nice for larger or combined string orchestras. 2471555 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .56.00 Nimrod—Edward Elgar/arr. Clark McAlister. More popularly known as the "Enigma Variations," Elgar's orchestral concept was a work with fourteen variations on an original theme. Composed between 1898 and 1899, Elgar used each variation to capture an image, incident, or idea that specifically referenced his friends. Nimrod is one of the most beautiful and memorable of all the movements. 10738743 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .35.00 10738744 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .6.00 4 An Ode to Joy Festival (Multi-Level)—Ludwig van Beethoven/arr. Todd Parrish. Experience the thrill of Beethoven's original symphony in this multi-level arrangement for string or full orchestra! Beginners will feel successful playing the familiar melody from their method book accompanied by a brilliant arrangement for intermediate and advanced orchestras. This abbreviated version is long enough to highlight the best moments but short enough to use as a grand finale for any pyramid concert. Optional high school level wind and brass parts are highly encouraged but not required for performance. 10981234 String or Full Orchestra Multi-Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .80.00 MODERN MASTERWORKS Program these great pieces from the last century! Adagio from "Spartacus"—Aram Khachaturian/ arr. Robert Longfield. "Spartacus" remains one of Khachaturian's greatest creations, and its most memorable theme continues to be a concert favorite for orchestras everywhere. Robert Longfield has transformed the glorious Adagio love theme into a superb setting for string orchestra. 10343649 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 55.00 Allegro Barbaro—Bela Bartok/arr. Bob Lipton. Intense, driving rhythms, pounding ostinatos and Eastern European influences mark this string orchestra arrangement of Bartok's famous piano piece. Your students will thrive on the energy and unique sounds of music by a twentieth century master. Harmonically complex and extremely compelling - once you listen to this, you'll be hooked! 10366783 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 55.00 An American in Paris (Highlights)— George Gershwin/arr. Jerry Brubaker. A true joy to perform and to hear, this classic piece is perfectly set for strings with optional percussion. All the highlights are included in just over four minutes. 10563848 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 64.00 H Capriol Suite—Peter Warlock. This staple of the string orchestra repertoire, composed in 1927, is based on a suite of six Renaissance dances. Each dance offers a different mood and rhythm, and together they form an excellent concert work. Original edition. 427864 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A 45.00 Charterhouse Suite—Ralph Vaughan Williams/ arr. James Brown. Ralph Vaughan Williams' charming suite of dances in the English style is a mainstay of the string orchestra concert repertoire. Adapted in collaboration with the composer from the 1921 Suite of Six Short Pieces. The scoring is colorful and lighthearted, providing artistic and pedagogical opportunities for moderately advanced students. New edition and engraving. 10873332 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A 90.00 H Classical Symphony—Sergei Prokofiev/ arr. Carrie Lane 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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 56.00 Fantasia on a Theme by Thomas Tallis— Ralph Vaughan Williams/arr. Jamin Hoffman. This string masterpiece rose in popularity after it was used in the film Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World. The simple, elegant theme from Elizabethan church composer Thomas Tallis was later expanded and modernized by Vaughan Williams. This lush arrangement adapts and simplifies the original version into a work that is ideal for developing string students. Doubled octaves and divisi writing make this ideal for large orchestras. 10016075 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 45.00 Finale from Firebird—Igor Stravinsky/ arr. Jamin Hoffman. A unique format to this iconic work allows multiple groups to be combined for a powerful concert finale. Parts for both intermediate and developing groups are carefully arranged to be used as a spectacular showcase for your string program. 10500885 String Orchestra, Percussion Optional . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 55.00 H Hoe Down (from Rodeo)—Aaron Copland. Hoe Down has become one of Aaron Copland's most recognized orchestral works. Here is the string orchestra version based on the original, for advanced string players. 167221 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A 45.50 Mother Goose Suite—Maurice Ravel/ arr. Carrie Lane Gruselle. For the more advanced yet young-at-heart musicians, Mother Goose Suite brings five French children's tales to life in this 20th-century masterpiece. Ravel's signature sophisticated lushness flows with simple elegance in this abridged arrangement. The scenes described are: Pavane of the Sleeping Beauty; Tom Thumb; Empress of the Pagodas; The Conversation of Beauty and the Beast and The Enchanted Garden. An incredible centerpiece for your next concert. 10877049 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MA 65.00 Pulcinella—Igor Stravinsky/arr. Robert D. McCashin. Featuring the overture of Stravinsky's landmark work, this adaptation was drawn from the original piano/vocal ballet score and retains all of the original, well-known thematic and rhythmic material. This outstanding string arrangement is an ideal way to feature several soloists within the ensemble. 10752902 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 50.00 The Rite of Spring Themes—Igor Stravinsky/ arr. Bob Lipton. When "The Rite of Spring" was first performed in Paris in 1913, it created shock waves not only in the theater where it was performed, but throughout the world of music. It is one of the most revolutionary and significant pieces of music of the 20th century. This arrangement tries to stay as close to Stravinsky's vision as possible while allowing the opportunity for students to perform a piece which sounds just as fresh today as it did almost a century ago. 10053860 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 55.00 Romanian Folk Dances—Bela Bartok/arr. Monday. This arrangement features four of the six dance movements as first arranged by Bartok. Joc Cu Bata; Buciumeana; Poarga Romanesca and Marunte are exotic- sounding and dramatic. These are perfect for the medium level orchestra ready for concert, contest, or just "wowing" the audience. 2478286 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 48.00 H Saint Paul's Suite—Gustav Holst. Best known for his full orchestral suite "The Planets," Holst also wrote some particularly beautiful string music. This suite is a prime example of his writing based on folk tunes. Unsimplified, this is a worthy piece for the best of orchestras! 2179943 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MA 70.00 4 Symphony No. 2 "Romantic" (First Movement)— Howard Hanson/arr. Todd Parrish. Symphony No. 2 by Howard Hanson is one of the most popular American symphonies ever written, most famously used in the end credits of the movie "Alien" in 1979. This arrangement focuses on the hauntingly beautiful second theme of the first movement. Cellos are featured prominently in tenor clef and often cover the soaring horn solos from the original. Musicians will experience true symphonic beauty in this exquisite arrangement for strings and harp. 10997986 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A 70.00 Troika (from "Lieutenant Kije")—Sergei Prokofiev/ arr. Paul Lavender. Ideal for a classical-style piece for your holiday program, Prokofiev's sleigh ride is an energetic, familiar tune that translates wonderfully for string orchestra. Paul Lavender's setting is scored to feature your viola and cello sections and includes some performance options to best suit your ensemble's level of ability. 10081962 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MA 50.00 H Waltz No. 2—Dimitri Shostakovich/arr. Paul Lavender. Shostakovich's waltz has become an international icon, made popular by artists like Andre Rieu and heard prominently in Stanley Kubrick's final film, "Eyes Wide Shut." Taken from Shostakovich's "Suite for Variety Orchestra," Paul Lavender's skillful adaptation is ideally suited for both serious and light programming. 10081471 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 50.00