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 54 STRING ORCHESTRA Go to cart LIGHT CONCERT medium-easy / medium & medium-advanced Curse of the Rosin Eating Zombies—Richard Meyer. It had to happen! Richard Meyer's wildly successful Rosin Eating Zombies From Outer Space created an insatiable hunger for more of the same! It seems that string players (and directors) love to get a chance to: Give blood curdling screams; knock on their instruments, bow behind the bridge for that "psycho sound"; use pizzicato, tremolo, trills, make munching noises and talk like zombies! Detailed directions are given for the faint of heart. Keep string playing fun; choose this highly recommended winner! 2472802 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .56.00 Double Trouble—Lauren Bernofsky. Here's a punchy teaching tune to make the key of D come to life! All the voices have fun with the edgy and rhythmic eighth note "double trouble" motif. Emphasis on accents and tight ensemble playing will make this a class favorite! 10091950 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .40.00 H Ear-igami—Richard Meyer. Ear-igami is a fascinating musical tribute to the ancient Japanese art of paper folding. Instead of a bow, each performer uses a piece of paper to make sounds and to "play" their instrument. Your audience will be entranced as they watch and hear the variety of effects possible in this charming set of pentatonic variations. Premiered by the composer's middle school orchestra, this music is sure to intrigue high school and adult musicians as well. There's nothing else like it! 10066927 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .56.00 Fingal's Rock—Felix 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 H Folk Tune and Fiddle Dance—Percy Fletcher. A long-time favorite for festival and contest, Percy Fletcher's two-movement suite has been a choice teaching piece for school orchestras. In true English folk style, the first movement has multiple sections in varying styles and meters, and the second movement is rhythmic, energetic fiddle writing at its best. 4964359 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .65.00 Grand Central—Rick Hirsch. Generate the hustle and bustle of New York City with this exciting piece that includes a section for improvisation and an optional drum set part. Grand Central is a groovy, energetic work that your students will love. Guide notes are included for students who want to experiment with improvisation, and the piece is guaranteed to get your audience on their feet! 10877041 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .55.00 H Instant Recruiting Concert—arr. Bob Phillips. Here's a great recruitment tool from master recruiter Bob Phillips! Take this to any school and you are sure to capture their attention. First in the collection is a great medley of all the famous classical themes that everyone knows: William Tell, Eine Kliene Nachtmusik, Trepak from "The Nutcracker" and more. Next, your students will introduce themselves and their instrument by playing a tune kids are sure to recognize: The Pink Panther, The Flintstones; Walking Bass Lines. Then everyone plays together for a medley of movie themes: Star Wars, Lord of the Rings; Harry Potter and more! Highly recommended! 10050445 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .61.00 Jazz Rhythmico—Kirt N. Mosier. This exciting work allows all parts to enjoy the driving force of a rhythmico ostinato. The catchy melodic content of this piece is shared by all. Written as a “sequel” to the ever-popular Blue Rhythmico. 10500802 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .45.00 Kitchen Poltergeist—Thom Sharp. You can add percussionists to your orchestra. Just give them a couple wooden spoons and step back! That's because anyone can play kitchen utensils in this spooky, imaginative offering from Thom Sharp. 10523562 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .50.00 La Paloma—Sebastian Yradier/arr. Longfield. Everyone will recognize this famous tango, also known as The Dove, and its signature traditional tango rhythms that mix triplets against dotted duple figures. Robert's new arrangement is well designed for string ensemble, superbly written with effective use of pizzicato, easy tremolo and melody moments for all sections. 10317575 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .45.00 Leroy Anderson's Irish Suite, Part 1—Leroy Anderson/arr. Wagner. The first three movements of this iconic work are now available in a dynamic scoring for your full orchestras. Major themes are presented with all of the color and fresh invention of the original score. This is music that will delight and entertain audiences of any age. It's as much fun to play as it is to listen to! Highly recommended! 10305953 String or Full Orchestra . . . . . .65.00 H Orange Jam—Jeffrey S. Bishop. Give your students a shot at this exciting work that lets them imitate rock guitar sounds. This is a straightforward rock piece that is both energetic and fun to play! The G minor/modal tonality really lets the open strings ring out. Your orchestra will love jamming to this piece at any time of the year. The final words of the composer's notes say it all: "Have Fun!" 10030756 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .45.00 H Red Pepper—Jeffrey S. Bishop. Based on traditional Zydeco music and Cajun fiddling style, this clever arrangement passes tunes playfully from one section to another, sometimes over a pizzicato walking bass line. This top-seller is full of energy and fun! 10048339 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .45.00 Remote Control—Richard Meyer. This one is "laugh-out-loud" funny! The concept is simple: what if you could control a live orchestra with a remote control? With the click of a switch (or, in this case, the sound of a bell), the orchestra switches from piece to piece in mid-phrase. Listen as Eine Kleine Nachtmusik changes to Beethoven's Seventh to Stars and Stripes Forever and back again! Your audience will love it as they "surf" from channel to channel, including brief stops at the "Opera" channel and the "Sci-Fi" channel! This remote even has a "pause" button that freezes the orchestra, and a "mute" button that keeps them playing, but with no sound! Great fun for everyone! 10050407 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .49.00 H Rosin Eating Zombies from Outer Space— Richard Meyer. Don't miss this! If there is one piece your developing orchestra will love rehearsing and performing, it's this one! This programmatic piece spins a tale of mayhem and mischief as the rosin eating zombies take over your stage complete with blood-curdling screams, glissandos, ponticello and more. All the eerie effects are clearly explained and notated, so the only trouble you'll have is getting your students to stop playing it. It's a wild ride you won't want to miss! 2442739 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .56.00 Serendipity Suite—Richard Meyer. Great for fostering pride in one's section and dynamite for a recruiting concert, each movement of this suite is designed to highlight different instruments of the string orchestra with style and flavor, emphasizing the unique qualities of each. With titles such as Fit as a Fiddle, Sol-La Viola, Cello Pudding and Oasis for Basses, this piece answers an important and greatly overlooked motivational need in today's music for students. 2244762 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .85.00 Shadows in the House—Thom Sharp. This fast swing piece in G minor is playfully sneaky! With a catchy, singable tune, this work features a tutti pizzicato section, as well as some melodic moments for bass and celli. All parts remain in first position, with a couple of "funky" accidentals thrown in for fun. The swing-eighth feel keeps the mood appropriately shadowy! 10068368 String Orchestra, Percussion Required . . . . . . . .45.00 Sheehan's Pub Band—Chris Thomas. Inspired by the composer's hike through Ireland, this music paints a vivid scene of a centuries-old building packed with locals clapping, stomping and singing along with a popular traditional band. This energetic original work evokes a sense of what it was like to be at Sheehan's Pub that very evening and will transport your audience to one of the most inviting countries in the world. 10877061 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .60.00 Tico Tico—Zequinha de Abreu/arr. Lipton. Perhaps the most famous example of Brazilian Choro music, this piece is made accessible to high school players in this sterling arrangement featuring a whistle and a section that uses strings as percussion instruments. Highly recommended! 10312102 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .50.00 Viva Violas—Richard Meyer. Take out the castanets because the violas are taking the stage, Spanish style! It begins in a paso doble reminiscent of a vigorous Spanish guitar solo, then moves into a major-key allegretto where the violas even get a chance to glissando! 2475430 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .60.00 Light Concert Selections Medium & Medium-Advanced H 221B Baker Street—Jeffrey Bishop. The title of this exciting musical depiction is, of course, the residence of Sherlock Holmes. The three musical motifs depict Sherlock Holmes, Dr. Watson and the arch-villain Professor Moriarity. The music moves from thoughtful to intense and is fun to play! 10069432 String Orchestra . . . . . . . .M 50.00 4 7th Street Beat—Lauren Bernofsky. This unique piece was inspired by a session at a flute convention where the composer learned simple beatbox technique. Beatbox percussion sounds imitate effects normally made by a drum set, and these syllables are woven into the parts of each section of the orchestra. The same parts are also written out separately for a guest "soloist" or two. A section for optional improvisation - either instrumental or vocal - makes this piece extra-fun and creative! 10997954 String Orchestra . . . . . . . .M 55.00 Basses Loaded—Carrie Lane Gruselle. Let your bass section shine and groove in this upbeat medley of funk, swing and good ol' fashioned rock n' roll! Opportunities for improvisation are included (with written parts as well) and an optional drumset part really adds to the flair. While the basses show off, the other sections of the orchestra also experience the contagious rhythms and melodies as they get down and rock out. An absolute showstopper! 10066376 String Orchestra . . . . . . . .M 55.00 Blackberry Blossom—Gary Gackstatter. Feature your top player on this famous American tune! The first time through, the soloist takes the lead accompanied by some pizzicato and the occasional foot stomp. The second time through, first violins play most of the tune along with the soloist. The third and final time through the soloist gets some nice variations on the tune. And, oh yes, the faster the better! 2702541 String Orchestra . . . . . . . .M 48.00 Bossa Rojo—Bert Ligon. Beginning with a dramatic familiar Latin figure, everyone will recognize the rhythm and groove with enthusiasm! Melodic material appears in all parts and is designed for fun and successful performances. An improvisation section is included where soloists can improvise over the familiar progression or play the provided solos. Piano and drum set parts are included. The change of pace will be appreciated by players of any level. 10310635 String Orchestra, Percussion Required . . . . .M 55.00 4 Dat Groove—Joshua Reznicow. Get ready to feel the energy, sense the drive, and dance to the groove with this work that engages every section of the orchestra! Complete with special effects, a pizzicato motive break-down section, and optional hand percussion, this tour-de-force of rhythmic energy will inspire your students. Instructional opportunities include compound meter, spiccato, solo sections, and a wide range of dynamics, as well as contemporary bow techniques like chopping and strum bowing. 10998721 String Orchestra . . . . . . . .M 56.00 Downtown Funk—Michael Hopkins. Liven up your next concert with this funky number! Featuring interesting and challenging parts for everyone, it is sure to be a crowd pleaser. This is a great piece for working on syncopated rhythms, short crisp bow strokes, and playing in the key of G minor. Some shifting is required in the first violin, cello, and bass parts. Hand claps and the optional drum set add a fun, energetic groove. 10906077 String Orchestra . . . . . . . .M 56.00 El Relicario: Paso Doble—Traditional/arr. Robert Longfield. One of the most famous and best-loved paso dobles ever written in a setting for string orchestra! Fiery rhythms and sweeping Spanish melodies make this an outstanding change of pace for concert or festival performance. 10756566 String Orchestra . . . . . . . .M 40.00 Firehouse Jig—Kirt Mosier. Capture the magic of this setting in the mid-1800s as several firefighters bring out their fiddles to honor the Irish spirit, playing and dancing the night away. The fast-paced melodies are electrifying and can be the ultimate concert closer! 10908740 String Orchestra . . . . . . . .M 52.00 Gaelic Trilogy—Traditional/arr. Jim Palmer. Gaelic Trilogy provides the string orchestra with an opportunity to perform three Irish fiddle tunes: Fair-Haired Mary; Neil Gow's Lament and Stray Away Child. All sections, including the basses, get a chance to play beautiful melodies as well as interesting accompaniments. With three distinct styles and tempos, this exciting piece is a great introduction to Irish fiddling. 10738934 String Orchestra . . . . . . . .M 49.00 BEST SELLERS String Orchestra Lighter Selections Medium & Medium-Advanced Buy with confidence! These works, listed in order of their popularity, are chosen most often by directors. The Haunted Ballroom—Chris Thomas. 10877069 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 55.00 Downtown Funk—Michael Hopkins. 10906077 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 56.00 Swamp Thang—Richard Meyer. 10738930 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MA 56.00 Power Shift—Kathryn Griesinger. 10846068 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 52.00 Toccata and Fugue in D minor— Johann Sebastian Bach/arr. Matt Riley. 10882457 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MA 40.00 STATE & FESTIVAL LISTS Find the right music for a successful competition. jwpepper.com/festivallists