J.W. Pepper Music Catalog
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43 Order Toll Free! Call 1.800.345.6296 / w: jwpepper.com / e: [email protected] STRING ORCHESTRA Go to cart ORIGINAL CONCERT WORKS medium-advanced & advanced Orion and the Scorpion—Soon Hee Newbold. Tension sets in with the opening cello solo, swathed in mysticism and an omen for the adventure to come. Ethereal harmonic colors of the night sky where Orion was imprisoned give way to a high energy, 6/8 main theme, depicting the conqueror's epic journeys that made him a legend. This one packs lots of cinematic thrill for performers and audiences to enjoy! 10307189 String Orchestra . . . . . . .MA 65.00 Overture to the Wind—Kirt Mosier. Expressing the many different moods and events of a storm, the opening begins with the violins playing a gripping ostinato pattern suggesting that a storm is coming. The first two themes convey the erratic tendency of powerful gusty winds. The storm moves into a peaceful lull with a melancholy third theme played by a solo violin and viola. The storm then grows in intensity as the final statement combines all the elements (or themes) of the storm. 2253102 String Orchestra . . . . . . .MA 48.00 5613252 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .7.00 H Palladio—Karl Jenkins. This is the enchanting music used in the De Beers "Diamonds" commercial! Subtitled Concerto Grosso, it consists of three separate movements, each eminently attractive and using some "minimalist" techniques. Not an arrangement, this is the original work as written by the composer. 5523170 String Orchestra . . . . . . .MA 65.00 H Perseus—Soon Hee Newbold. Take a journey with the legendary hero Perseus in this dynamic and stunning work as he slays the snake-haired Medusa and rescues the princess Andromeda! From the opening rhythmic figures to the soaring melodies, this piece will command the attention of your audience and plunge them into a whirlwind of adventure! Riveting! 10066401 String Orchestra . . . . . . .MA 55.00 Point Lookout (A Fantasy on Civil War Songs) —Brian Balmages. Inspired by the rich history of Point Lookout State Park in Maryland, this fantasy on civil war songs pays tribute to the remnants of Fort Lincoln, which served as a Civil War fortification. Songs used in the fantasy include: The Battle Cry of Freedom; Battle Hymn of the Republic; and When Johnny Comes Marching Home Again. The piece is tied together with excerpts from America, the Beautiful, which comes in fully toward the end of the work. Magical! 10027381 String Orchestra . . . . . . .MA 55.00 Red Rhythmico—Kirt Mosier. Show off multiple soloists with this slick, original jazz piece for experienced strings. Kirt Mosier brings the heat in this follow up to Blue Rhythmico with the kind of textures that only strings can create with highlighted pizzicato and spiccatto for emphasis. Written solos are included, or players can explore how the music moves them. 10091987 String Orchestra . . . . . . .MA 50.00 10091988 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .5.00 EDITORS' CHOICE Original Concert Works • Medium & Medium-Advanced 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! 7th Street Beat—Lauren Bernofsky. is 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. e 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 10997955 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9.00 AracÚid's Lair—Kirt Mosier. ough perfect for Halloween, Arachnid's Lair can be performed any time of year. e dark, subtle introduction with molto crescendos and decrescendos hint to a sinister plan an arachnid has for its prey. Dissonant harmonies, dramatic dynamics, and tempo changes add to the movement on the spider's web. A brief, but hauntingly beautiful viola solo is offered in the middle section before the final buildup to an exciting climax! 10997958 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 55.00 10997959 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9.00 Arrowhead—Doug Spata. Arrowhead is an adventurous challenge for advancing string players featuring approachable chromatic notes, enharmonic spellings, and sixteenth-note patterns. e ABA form explores both 6/8 and 3/4 time signatures in the key of B minor. With exciting, driving themes that course through each section of the orchestra, it is a thrilling journey that teachers will appreciate and students are sure to enjoy. 10997960 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 55.00 10997961 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9.00 Autumn Harvest—Chris omas. Fall is a glorious time of year! e air cools, streets smell of fireplaces, and the trees burst into one final display of loud amber and gold before they disappear into the silence of winter. Several variations of the main theme explore varying keys, time signatures and styles. e piece builds to a joyous finale, when all the variations overlap in a cacophony of jubilant counterpoint. Upbeat and festive! 10995981 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 65.00 10995982 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6.00 Chimera—Eric Davis. is high-energy work is based on the Greek mythological fire- breathing monster that has a lion's head, a goat's body and a serpent's tail. ree themes representing each of these interact with one another and move through a series of musical episodes in a battle between the beast and the hero, Bellerophon. Fun to play from the dramatic opening to the exciting and heroic conclusion! 10997966 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 55.00 10997967 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9.00 Fanfare, Fantasy and Fugue (On an American Hymn Song)— Richard Meyer. is imaginative and dynamic selection is based on the traditional Navy Hymn. Using a myriad of time signatures, keys, and modes, the work is a perfect teaching piece for advanced students, challenging them with a variety of playing styles and forms. A varied and vibrant work suitable for concert, contest, or graduation settings. 10995806 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 62.00 10995809 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10.00 Green Rhythmico—Kirt Mosier. A high-energy addition to the "Rhythmico" series, this Irish-flavored romp features jazzy solos in every section of the orchestra along with the signature ostinato patterns and vigorous rhythms students already love. Showy pizzicato sections add colorful variety to the lively melody and accompaniment lines. A sure-fire hit for your next concert! 10981246 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 55.00 Irish Junkyard Jam—Brian Balmages. Featuring string quartet and orchestra, this tour de force follows a few straggling Irish musicians (the quartet) who find themselves in a junkyard picking up scrap instruments. As the quartet begins to find their groove, they are joined by the rest of the orchestra and the party is on! While not based on a specific folk song, the piece draws on elements ranging from a traditional pub band to Irish step dance. Fun, and playable on acoustic or electric instruments. 10996001 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MA 70.00 10996002 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7.00 La Cascara—Jeremy Woolstenhulme. is work is on fire from the opening measure to its final ending. Rhythmically complex, it includes some two against three patterns and meter changes as well as position work in all sections. A vigorous workout, definitely worth the effort! 11000017 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MA 58.00 11000034 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9.00 Mystic Lair—Sean O'Loughlin. Commissioned for the Bedford Middle School 8th Grade Orchestra, Mystic Lair is a piece influenced by many ideas from the students including such descriptive words as dark, mysterious, vivid, and intense. Full of many fundamental bowing techniques, this work is sure to excite teachers, students and audiences alike! 11100095 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 55.00 11100096 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7.00 e Patron Saint of Ballyvourney—JoÚ Mock. A bit of Irish lore woven into a mystical piece for string orchestra. With subtle nods to the folk writing of Vaughn Williams, this original work is based on the story of St. Ghobnait, also known as the patron saint of Ballyvourney. Contrasting fast and slow sections represent her journey to the island of Inishere before eventually settling in Ballyvourney, County Cork. 10981271 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 58.00 Scenes of the Cherokee Trail—Susan H. Day. A Learning Bank included in the score and student parts offers history about the Cherokee Trail and the 1800s, as musically depicted in this original composition. e soaring thematic material with underpinnings of rhythmic motives will capture the attention of players and audiences alike. 11000021 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 52.00 11000038 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7.00 Stratosphere—Stephen Chin. is airy, ethereal work utilizes dynamic change and harmonics to depict the mystery and beauty of the stratosphere. 11100728 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 57.00 Suite Versailles—Brian Balmages. is four-movement suite is based on French folk songs and was specifically written for groups that may not be ready for St. Paul's Suite or Capriol Suite, but still want to be able to dig into a substantial piece. In addition to the variety of styles, keys and time signatures, the last movement playfully pays homage to Holst's e Dargason. A fabulous addition to the repertoire! 10996021 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 70.00 10996022 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7.00 To the Ocean—Yukiko Nishimura. To the Ocean expresses a seafaring voyage filled with excitement and hope. Using varied harmonic progressions, the music changes the colors and atmosphere like the ocean. Students will use staccato and legato in various scenes of the music in the bright key of A major. Enjoy sailing across the ocean in this musical journey around the world. 10997990 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 55.00 10997991 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9.00 BEST SELLERS String Orchestra Original Concert Works Medium-Advanced & Advanced Buy with confidence! These works, listed in order of their popularity, are chosen most often by directors. The Emerald Falcon—Richard Meyer. 10235849 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MA 56.00 10235851 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10.00 Perseus—Soon Hee Newbold. 10066401 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MA 55.00 10066402 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.00 Rhythm Dances—Brian Balmages. 10512582 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MA 60.00 10512583 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.00 The Elements—Richard Meyer. 10872159 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MA 62.00 10872160 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10.00 Palladio—Karl Jenkins. 5523170 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MA 65.00 5760251 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7.75 Swamp Thang—Richard Meyer. 10738930 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MA 56.00 10738962 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10.00 Iditarod—Soon Hee Newbold. 10091996 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MA 55.00 10091997 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.00 Lyric Metal—Brian Balmages. 10366847 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MA 55.00 10366851 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.00 Orion and the Scorpion—Soon Hee Newbold. 10307189 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MA 65.00 10307190 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.00 Bailes Para Orquesta (Dances for Orchestra)— Richard Meyer. 2397628 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MA 85.00 5733969 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10.00