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FOLK & MULTICULTURAL easy / medium-easy
Finnish Folk Song Suite—arr. Francis Caravella.
The three songs of the Finnish Folk Song Suite
were chosen for their common connection to
nature. Everyone gets a chance at the melody in
this collection of minor-key folk songs reminiscent
of Bartok's Romanian Folk Dances but much easier
to play!
10696532 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .47.00
French Dance—Traditional/arr. Deborah Baker
Monday. One of several popular dances from the
time of the French Renaissance, this setting has
a driving pulse with attractive modal harmonies in
the friendly key of E natural minor. All instruments
have melodic lines, and this arrangement provides
a great opportunity for teaching double up-bows
and two-note slurs followed by two separate notes.
10594759 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .46.00
l Green Grows the Laurel—arr. Renata Bratt.
The well-known Scottish folk song arranged for
developing string orchestra. The lovely tune offers
melodic lines to every section of the orchestra as it
moves through various keys.
11206035 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .40.00
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Isle of Skye—arr. Michael J. Miller. This setting
of The Skye Boat Song recalls the strength and
honor of Scottish highland culture. Lush scoring,
warm harmonies, and tuneful melodies make this a
perfect lyrical selection for your next concert.
11198690 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .45.00
It Is Well with My Soul—Philip Bliss/arr.
Carrie Lane Gruselle. From the gentle beginning
to the triumphant and powerful climax, this
enduring arrangement allows students to study
expression to the fullest. A beautiful way to
move your audience and deliver the universal
message that we can find peace within the most
tumultuous circumstances.
10512572 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .50.00
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Loch Lomond—Traditional/arr. Noah Klauss.
A folk music classic that is a staple for young
players. Recorded by Michigan State University
Orchestra on the CD, Teaching Music
Through Performance in Orchestra Volume 1 -
Pepper #5973728.
955013 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .45.00
4 Montego Bay—Susan H. Day. Take a trip to
Jamaica in this catchy tune with optional Latin
percussion! This joyful piece features simple
syncopation and melodic lines in all sections,
evoking bright images of the sunny Caribbean. Sure
to delight young players!
11175161 String Orchestra,
Percussion Optional . . . . . . . .49.00
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Scarborough Fair—Traditional/arr. Brian
Balmages. The aching emotion in this interpretation
of Scarborough Fair is a genuine treat for young
string groups. The lyrics of the 16th century
(possibly older) ballad relates a heartsick couple
proposing impossible tasks to prove unending love
to one another. Embodied with simple counter lines,
harmonies, and dynamic range, Brian Balmages
paints an image of youthful love and its inherent
theatrics. Excellent!
10091946 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .40.00
Shaker Hymn—Traditional/arr. John O'Reilly.
Based on the hymn "Tis the Gift to be Simple"
(used in Aaron Copland's Appalachian Spring),
this arrangement is a superb vehicle for exploring
Early American music and its links to the present.
Skillfuly arranged by John O'Reilly, this selection is
correlated with Strictly Strings, Book 1, page 34.
2375491 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .46.00
Simple Gifts—Joseph Brackett/arr. Carrie Lane
Gruselle. Lighthearted and energetic, this arrangement
of Simple Gifts suggests a dance-like character.
With its familiar and captivating tune supported by
a gentle but persistent underlying rhythmic motif,
students will study balance of sound and staccato
and legato bowing styles.
10592167 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .45.00
Stone Mountain Stomp—Carl Strommen.
This one stands out in the "fiddle tune" category.
Carl Strommen has managed to take some of
the sounds of Southern fiddling and mix them
with a Western "Copland-esque" style and make
something really special. Another great feature of
this one is that the violas and low strings all get a
chance at some fiddling.
2472094 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .50.00
Variations on an Irish Tune—Brian Balmages.
Based on Thomas Moore's famous song The
Minstrel Boy, this work uses the full gamut of styles
and techniques to showcase your ensemble. In
three distinct variations, lyrical phrasing, energetic
rhythms, and fiddle styles ultimately lead to an
exciting conclusion.
10008688 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .55.00
Where the River Shannon Flows—James I.
Russell/arr. Brian Balmages. Based on the emotional
Irish song, this thoughtful setting paints a picture of
a man dreaming of the day he can return home.
At times, the piece feels more like a fantasy than
an arrangement as the melody weaves through
an increasingly complex series of textures and
harmonies before returning to the plaintive sounds
of the opening.
10877071 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .40.00
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Zira! Zira!—Traditional/arr. Kathryn Griesinger.
This traditional Ethiopian folk song is an ancient
tribal call to war. Optional percussion depicts the
pounding of the African drums that stirs a sense
of anticipation and bravery. Intermediate students
will encounter double-stops and heavy accented
rhythms in cut time. Powerful!
11175184 String Orchestra,
Percussion Optional . . . . . . . .49.00
Folk & Multicultural
Medium-Easy
H African Adventure—Robert Sheldon. When
it comes time to celebrate the musical colors of
Africa, combine the forces of your string group with
your percussion ensemble on this stylish concert
work for the developing ensemble. Repetitive
rhythms and a catchy melodic hook propel the
piece forward as it develops momentum and
dramatic flair. Substitute Orff instruments for the
melodic percussion for an even more authentic
timbre. A guaranteed favorite!
10280280 String Orchestra,
Percussion Optional . . . . . . . .46.00
Ahrirang—arr. Soo Han. A lyrical setting of the
beloved Korean Folk song, for intermediate-level
string orchestra. Grade 3.
10991743 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .50.00
American Fiddle Triptych—Traditional/arr. Tim
McCarrick. This medley of three fantastic folk fiddle
tunes, set in a totally authentic style, will delight
players and audiences. Arkansas Traveler; Fire on
the Mountain and Devil's Dream are featured in the
violins and violas with great accompaniment parts
for the cellos and basses. Highly recommended!
10310644 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .48.00
H Ashokan Farewell (from "The Civil War")—
Jay Ungar/arr. Calvin Custer. The simple,
memorable theme from the acclaimed PBS series
makes excellent concert fare. Calvin Custer's
realistic treatment includes the easy violin solo,
piano and percussion. This is technically quite easy,
but very emotional.
2238723 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .54.00
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Blue-Fire Fiddler—Soon Hee Newbold. This
kickin' fiddle tune is energetic, exciting and fun. The
fast and furious fiddling sounds much harder than it
really is. Riffs, finger patterns and bowings are very
idiomatic and lend themselves to fast playing. This
is sure to be the hit of the concert!
2474322 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .60.00
Canarios—Gaspar Sanz/arr. Deborah Baker
Monday. Canarios is a movement taken from
the Suite Espanola for guitar by Gaspar Sanz, a
leading composer of Spanish Baroque music.
This delightful arrangement in D major engages all
sections of the ensemble in the interplay between
6/8 and 3/4. The rich and resonant texture makes
this piece a great concert or festival selection.
10907783 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .60.00
l Charming Czardas—Loreta Fin. A slow D minor
introduction leads into a moderately fast melody
that is shared around the ensemble. The celli take
the melody, accompanied by pizzicato in the other
sections before a second slow lament. Finally, the
dance returns, accelerating continuously right
through to the final measure. Includes optional piano.
11202650 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .45.00
Corozal Nights—Doug Spata. This exciting
Latin dance for intermediate orchestra features
approachable syncopation, catchy rhythms, and
low first-finger patterns in every section of the
orchestra. The exotic D minor tonality and optional
percussion parts add authentic Latin flavor. The set
includes viola parts in treble clef and violin 2 parts
in alto clef for ensemble flexibility. A captivating
concert selection!
10981242 String Orchestra,
Percussion Optional . . . . . . . .47.00
EDITORS' CHOICE
Folk & Multicultural • All Levels
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 condence!
Appalachian Festival—Chris omas.
e folk-style melodies of old-time Appalachian music are captured in this lively work
for string orchestra! Strummed rhythms, syncopation, and an exciting accelerando lend
excitement and energy to this concert selection perfect for any time of year.
11175137 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 57.00
11175138
Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9.00
Baile de Lila—Chris omas.
is vibrant work brings the sound and spirit of mariachi to the string orchestra! Feature
principal players accompanied by strummed passages, catchy syncopated gures, and
energetic melodies. e piece also includes parts for an optional guitar ensemble for an
authentic avor.
11203094 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 65.00
11203095
Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.00
Balkan Dances—arr. Marcia Stockton.
An arrangement of ve folk dances from the Balkan Peninsula: Palc Tncok from Hungary;
Hora Fetelor from Romania; Hora de la Munte from Moldova; Joc de Leagane from
Transylvania; and Basara from Serbia.
11204512
String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 79.00
11204532
Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18.00
Feng Yang Song (Flower Drum Song)—arr. Bob Phillips.
An ancient Chinese melody dating back to the Ming Dynasty, Feng Yang Song (Flower Drum
Song) can help students develop listening skills. Using the G and D major pentatonic scales,
this arrangement allows every section to play the melody as well as accompaniment parts in
pizzicato or percussive taps on the instrument for authentic sounds.
11193316 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 50.00
11193317
Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9.00
Montego Bay—Susan H. Day.
Take a trip to Jamaica in this catchy tune with optional Latin percussion! is joyful piece
features simple syncopation and melodic lines in all sections, evoking bright images of the
sunny Caribbean. Sure to delight young players! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
11175161 String Orchestra, Percussion Optional . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 49.00
11175162
Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7.00
A Musical Passport—arr. Richard Meyer.
Take a trip around the world! Using 22 of the most famous melodies ever written from 17
dierent countries, this is the ultimate multicultural experience. e melodies travel from
section to section, and the quickly changing styles will keep everyone on their toes.
11202626
String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 50.00
11202627
Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9.00
Por una Cabeza—Carlos Gardel/arr. Christopher Selby.
Por una Cabeza is a popular tango that originally appeared as a song written in 1935 by
composer Carlos Gardel. It has appeared in a number of lms, including Steven Spielberg's
"Schindler's List." is arrangement for string orchestra explores a number of musical
and technical elements, including dynamic contrast, major and minor tonalities, arco and
pizzicato technique, varied articulation, and musical form.
11175221
String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .MA 46.00
Un, Deux, Trois, Quatre!—arr. Bob Phillips.
A fun and easy medley of four French folk songs that provides opportunities for cross-cultural
study. Challenge your orchestra to see how fast they can play the exciting cancan nish!
11202710 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . VE 50.00
11202711
Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9.00
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