J.W. Pepper Music Catalog
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55 Order Toll Free! Call 1.800.345.6296 / w: jwpepper.com / e: [email protected] STRING ORCHESTRA Go to cart LIGHT CONCERT medium & medium-advanced / FOLK & MULTICULTURAL very easy / easy The Haunted Ballroom—Chris Thomas. The stately spirits of soirees past appear, dancing the midnight waltz in The Haunted Ballroom. Dazzle your audience with this chilling yet lighthearted tune, perfect for fall and Halloween concerts. The piece offers a variety of fun chromatics, quirky col legno effects and harmonic glissandi. Certain to be a "spooktacular" addition to your next concert program! 10877069 String Orchestra . . . . . . . .M 55.00 4 Milonga del Angel—Astor Piazzolla/arr. Jim Palmer. This lyrical arrangement of an Argentinian tango is a wonderful introduction to the music of Astor Piazzolla. The melody is first introduced by the violas and then passed smoothly to the first violins. Along with beautiful harmonies, interesting rhythms, and the variety of dynamics, the piece includes many opportunities to teach shifting, glissando, balance, and phrasing. A perfect choice for festival or any concert performance. 10997712 String Orchestra . . . . . . . .M 58.00 H Plink Plank Plunk—Leroy Anderson. Pizzicato playing is fascinating to play and to watch, but coming from the skilled pen of Leroy Anderson, it becomes an event! Let your kids put down their bows and dazzle the audience with this one! (All sections get to make the "squeak" special effect!) If you're going to program a novelty piece for strings, your students and audience deserve one from this American master. 4533071 String Orchestra . . . . . . . .M 59.00 Power Shift—Kathryn Griesinger. Work on shifting technique with a powerhouse rock performance! Driving, accented bass lines and syncopated melodies energize this original piece that follows the form and style of pop song standards. Carefully written melodies give every instrument the chance to practice shifting to third position and beyond, as well as harmonics, extended C-sharp finger patterns, and pizzicato riffs. Add a rocking drumset for a dynamite presentation. 10846068 String Orchestra . . . . . . . .M 52.00 Strings Cut Loose—Brian Balmages. This nod to alternative styles centers around a funk groove that is loosely based on blues harmonic progression. The entire groove is created organically in the strings alone (no percussion!) An option for audience participation in the middle (clapping on beats 2 and 4) really adds to the flair of the chart. 10512592 String Orchestra . . . . . . . .M 50.00 Swamp Thang—Richard Meyer. Hotter than a Cajun barbecue, this tour de force for the advanced string orchestra is a workout for all of your students (and their conductor!) Conjuring up images of the Deep South, this jazzy rondo never lets up from start to finish, featuring the most sumptuous syncopations and intriguing instrumentation to hit the student stage in a long time. A great closer or encore! 10738930 String Orchestra . . . . . . .MA 56.00 l Toccata and Fugue in D minor—Johann Sebastian Bach/arr. Matt Riley. Perfect as a show opener, this rowdy 60-second string orchestra version is super fun to perform! Featuring violin solos and a rocking rhythm section, with optional viola and cello solo parts included. 10882457 String Orchestra . . . . . . .MA 40.00 l Trailblaze—Rick Hirsch. The sweeping cinematic sounds of this energetic work will immediately grasp your audience's attention and your students will be excited to dig in and experience the fun groove of the piece! Written with a slight jazz flavor, the music is a welcome departure from standard string repertoire and is a phenomenal change of pace for your next program. 10996025 String Orchestra . . . . . . . .M 60.00 H Waltz of the Wicked—Kirt N. Mosier. This wild piece calls for violins and violas to use a one-finger glissando, creating a very eerie effect. Cellos will get to strum three-note chords with their thumb while canonic passages make your group work together as never before. Wicked! 2478798 String Orchestra . . . . . . . .M 50.00 4 Zoom!—Richard Meyer. Vivid imagery, colorful orchestrations, and a variety of styles all combine to make this one-of-a-kind selection a journey that your students and audience will never forget! In the form of a five-part rondo with changing tempos, this piece will let creativity fly. 10986307 String Orchestra . . . . . . . .M 56.00 Folk & Multicultural Very Easy An Appalachian Carol—arr. Janelle Zook Cunalata. A bluegrass carol for the holidays! Based on the traditional spiritual Rise Up, Shepherd, and Follow, this lively carol combines Appalachian folk style with the joy of the season. Students will learn call-and-response form and alternating melody and accompaniment as the tune is passed from section to section. Syncopated rhythms, steady bass line, and old-time fiddle riffs will transport players and audiences to the snowy Smoky Mountains for a winter celebration. Includes violin 3 (viola in treble clef) and alternate viola (violin 2 in alto clef) parts. 10846050 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .42.00 H Ash Grove—Michael Hopkins. Your students will love playing this arrangement of the traditional Welsh folk song! Written at the very easy level, all the parts have an interesting variety of material. This is an excellent piece to teach bow distribution and control. An optional piano part is included. 10023956 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .45.00 H Celtic Dance—Mark Williams. Young string players will love getting a hold of this playable original dance in the Celtic style. Written in E dorian mode, the work uses only the notes of a one-octave D major scale, and makes a fine introduction to modal harmonies. 2442465 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .46.00 De Colores—Traditional/arr. Douglas E. Wagner. Offering variety and multicultural flavor, this upbeat, joyous folk song will be at home on any concert program. Though scored for less-experienced players, there is a remarkable fullness and sophistication to the overall ensemble texture. 10453848 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .46.00 Fiddles at Sea—Traditional/arr. Kathryn Griesinger. End your first year with three American folk songs about water, each of which is passed around the orchestra. Learning opportunities abound, particularly with the bow and pizzicato. Upper strings use high and low 2s in G and D major. 10882321 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .42.00 l Folk Song Feast—arr. Allison Buettner. A creative way to review D major patterns with your young students! Using all the notes of the scale in all parts, this medley of four folk songs includes: Oats, Peas, and Beans; Boil 'em Cabbage Down; Hot Cross Buns and Steak 'n' Kidney Pie. 10998540 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .40.00 Jasmine Flower—Traditional/arr. Douglas Wagner. Here is a very beautiful setting of the traditional Chinese folk song Molihua. This tune is a vital part of Chinese New Year celebrations and was featured at the 2004 Summer Olympics. The soothing pentatonic melody is reminiscent of the simple beauty of the lovely white jasmine blossom and its delightful scent. Players will encounter no technical impediments in performance, with the independent piano accompaniment and optional percussion creating the perfect musical landscape for this multicultural offering. Very nice! 10014643 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .46.00 Lotus Dance—Kathryn Griesinger. Graceful flower dances are a beautiful part of Asian cultures, illustrated here with a flowing theme in first position. Beginning ensembles will find this work very playable with simple rhythms and melodies based on the D major and G major scales. Exotic pentatonic harmonies and gentle pizzicato accompaniment float like the lotus blossom in an ancient Chinese garden. 10739248 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .48.00 Sound the Trumpets—Traditional/arr. Deborah Baker Monday. This piece uses a trumpet-like motive which is tossed among instrument sections. The source of this tune comes from Shaker history and can be performed as a holiday piece or any other time of year. Written in D-major with simple rhythms, this piece is a great selection for any concert or festival. 10907833 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .48.00 l Wait for the Wagon—arr. Carrie Lane Gruselle. This lively folk song celebrates early American life riding in a wagon. Spirited themes combine with engaging harmonic and rhythmic writing throughout, with engaging parts for all members of the orchestra. A delightful addition to any program. 10996029 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .50.00 Folk & Multicultural Easy 4 Ai Hai Yo—Traditional/arr. Tyler Arcari. This Chinese folk song is used as a blessing towards a bountiful harvest and a good year. Folk songs speak to the common man. Hardships and hope abound when we all realize that something as simple as a few notes in time can bridge the gap of thousands of years of cultural differences and distance across our large planet. 11100033 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .50.00 American Fiddle Medley—arr. Bob Phillips. Bring out the cowboy hats and bandanas for this fantastic arrangement of everyone's favorite fiddle tunes! Perfect for young players or as a quick play-down finale for older players, this medley will soon become a favorite that you will hear them playing before class begins. All sections play the melodies providing interest and a chance to work on dynamics. Performance recommendations to help make the tunes sound "fiddley" are provided in the score. 10066962 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .45.00 Arirang—Traditional/arr. Deborah Baker Monday. This beautiful melody has been sung for over 600 years, and is often referred to as the national anthem of Korea. The melody is based on the pentatonic scale, which is very common in music from Asian countries. This arrangement features exquisite colors and textures as well as melodic interest in all parts. 10858276 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .52.00 Atishbaji (Fireworks)—Doug Spata. An exciting selection with Indian flavor! Fireworks are central to the traditional autumn Diwali celebration, the Hindu festival of lights. Featuring approachable rhythms and notes, this lively and vivid piece also reinforces low-one finger patterns. Represent Diwali at holiday concerts or anytime to add a touch of world music to the concert program. Optional percussion adds even more color and style. Includes violin 3 (viola in treble clef) and alternate viola (violin 2 in alto clef) parts. 10846052 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .47.00 Be Thou My Vision—arr. Robert Frost. Everyone should get the chance to play this beautiful folk tune, which is also an Irish hymn. Set in the key of C with a nice modulation to G, this keeps everyone in their most comfortable ranges and brings out a rich and full sound. This setting is suitable for all situations, sacred or secular. 2476232 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .45.00 l Bozrah (from Southern Harmony)—arr. Deborah Baker Monday. First published in 1835, the Southern Harmony and Musical Companion was one of the most popular tunebooks ever published. Taken from this collection, Bozrah comes to life once again in this moving and dramatic arrangement in E minor. All parts stay in first position except for a few brief moments for bass. 11000011 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .52.00 H Celtic Suite—Traditional/arr. Kathy L. Fishburn. Two beautiful folk melodies in the graceful style of Celtic music. Including Bonnie Doon and The Minstrel Boy, contrasts between the movements make this an interesting concert and festival selection. And, the low strings get several chances at carrying the melody. Includes optional harp/piano part. Newly engraved for this 20th anniversary commemorative edition. 2353712 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .45.00 Chatter With the Angels (Watching Over Me)— Traditional/arr. Carrie Lane Gruselle. Combining two well-known African-American spirituals (Chatter with the Angels and All Night, All Day), this arrangement offers the opportunity to swing or play straight eighth notes. Students will perform with confidence as they play familiar rhythms and memorable melodies through colorful and engaging orchestration. 10877031 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .40.00 BEST SELLERS String Orchestra Folk & Multicultural Selections Very Easy & Easy Buy with confidence! These works, listed in order of their popularity, are chosen most often by directors. Down By The Salley Gardens— Traditional/arr. Jim Palmer. 10872104 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 46.00 Japanese Lullaby—Larry Clark. 10013227 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 50.00 Where the River Shannon Flows— James I. Russell/arr. Brian Balmages. 10877071 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 40.00 An Appalachian Carol— arr. Janelle Zook Cunalata. 10846050 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . VE 42.00 Scarborough Fair— Traditional/arr. Brian Balmages. 10091946 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 40.00 Celtic Dance—Mark Williams. 2442465 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . VE 46.00 Soldier's Joy—Traditional/arr. Sandra Dackow. 10872141 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 49.00 Finnish Folk Song Suite— Traditional/arr. Francis Caravella. 10696532 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 47.00 Be Thou My Vision—arr. Robert Frost. 2476232 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 45.00 Jasmine Flower— Traditional/arr. Douglas Wagner. 10014643 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . VE 46.00