35
Order Toll-Free! Call 1.800.345.6296 | jwpepper.com | [email protected]
Snowy Woods—James O. Lockett. This beautiful
original work will warm the audience and players
with delight. A beautiful melody and colorful
harmonies combined with lush and expert scoring
will make the developing orchestra sound full.
A harp part (optional piano) adds to the perfect
palette of color. A must-have holiday gem.
11339424 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . . . 50.00
Sparkle!—Kathryn Griesinger. A bright concert
selection to showcase developing playing skills!
This lighthearted tune sparkles with simple
rhythms and easy string crossings using notes of
the D and G scales (no low 2). Every section of
the orchestra gets melodic material sprinkled with
pizzicato throughout. Perfect for any time of year.
Optional bells.
10748226 String Orchestra, opt. Perc.. . . . 45.00
Star of Wonder—arr. Erica Donahoe. The iconic
Carol of the Bells is a favorite winter melody, and
this easy arrangement puts the spirited theme
within reach of young string players. Simple
rhythms, ranges, and finger patterns in E minor
allow all sections to shine, with hints of We Three
Kings skillfully woven into the score. Exciting
articulations, dramatic dynamics, and bright
pizzicato accompaniments make this a stellar
addition to any winter concert!
11559070 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . . . 55.00
Ukrainian Bell Carol—arr. Sandra Dackow. A
fantastic introduction to five-part harmony for young
orchestra! This arrangement of the much-beloved
Ukrainian folk tune will sound wonderful and will
provide opportunities to work on bow placement.
10049862 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . . . 42.00
We Wish You a Cha-Cha Christmas—arr. Carrie
Lane Gruselle. Nineteenth-century England meets
1950s Cuba in this clever Latin-style arrangement
of a traditional carol! Optional percussion creates
an authentic Latin sound as the orchestra
celebrates the holidays in true cha-cha fashion.
11203137 String Orchestra, opt. Perc.. . . . 45.00
Wenceslas—arr. Deborah Baker Monday.
Based upon the classic Christmas carol Good
King Wenceslas, this historical journey depicts
the story of how Wenceslas became the "good
King." Although dark and foreboding at the start,
depicting the evil that was around during his time,
the goodness of the King wins out and the piece
ends triumphantly as the carol is then brought to
us as we know it.
10522065 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . . . 53.00
Winchester Carol—Doug Spata. This original
piece is written in the style of a cheery Victorian
carol. Using only simple rhythms and first-finger
patterns the D and A strings (G in bass), this bright
winter tune is perfect for students who have just
learned about the time signature and are getting
ready for their winter concert. Part independence
is kept to a minimum, with frequent doubling
between parts. An optional piano part is included
for additional support and harmonic interest.
11559066 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . . . 55.00
A Winter Journey—P.I. Tchaikovsky/arr. Kathryn
Griesinger. Escape into a wintery mist of swirling
snow. The mystical melodies woven into this
arrangement are borrowed from Tchaikovsky's
Symphony No. 1. The first movement, known
as Dreams of a Winter Journey, features a
brisk G-minor theme. Here, that melodic idea
is transposed to easier E minor and explored
at a gentle, slower tempo. Every section of the
orchestra encounters lyrical lines as they join the
journey through frozen hills and moonlit drifts.
Opening and closing with the melancholy motif in
cellos, the minor theme ends as softly as it began,
vanishing like the cold silver moon.
11608211 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55.00
A Winter Morning—Randall Standridge. Capture
the crisp energy of a fresh winter sunrise with this
delightful and accessible piece for young string
orchestras. Set in a lively 3/4 time, this upbeat work
sparkles with melodies that dance from section to
section, keeping every young musician engaged.
The optional piano part add shimmer, like sunlight
glinting off freshly fallen snow. Perfect for winter
concerts or festival performances, it brings joy,
momentum, and a touch of seasonal charm to your
ensemble's repertoire!
11617589 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55.00
Winter Lights—Seth Bedford. Inspired by music
of the Italian Baroque period, this reflective piece
merges traditional harmonies with contemporary
major seventh chords to create a whimsical and
wistful mood. Simple rhythms and articulations
allow students to develop expressive tone through
dynamic contrasts in first position. A charming
addition to any winter concert program!
11202209 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . . . 53.00
EASY
4 Winter Waltzes (Holst, Tchaikovsky,
Vivaldi, Waldteufel)—arr. Kathryn Griesinger.
This graceful arrangement elegantly weaves
together four classic winter melodies: Waltz of
the Snowflakes from Tchaikovsky's "Nutcracker
Suite," Skater's Waltz by Emile Waldteufel, In the
Bleak Midwinter by Gustav Holst, and Winter from
"The Four Seasons" by Antonio Vivaldi. Scored
in 3/4 time with a consistent tempo throughout,
the piece allows every section of the orchestra to
shine with melodic material. The softly joyful key
of D major with optional harp (playable by piano)
and glockenspiel will add a moment of classical
lightness to any winter or holiday concert.
11559081 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . . . 60.00
A la Media Noche (At Midnight)—arr. Bob Lipton.
Celebrate the holiday season with this fiery and
exciting traditional Puerto Rican carol. This very
playable arrangement is a perfect concert opener
or closer that will have your audiences dancing in
the aisles.
10310556 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . . . 49.00
Angels We Have Remixed—arr. Brian Bankston.
Leave a lasting impression on your ensemble
and audience using this familiar Christmas tune
with a twist. The harmony has been updated
and set to a pop beat complete with a hip-hop
break-down. Your young ensemble will have fun
and feel confident with the limited ranges and
basic rhythmic ideas. This will be the hit of your
holiday concert!
11573159 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . . . 60.00
Believe—arr. Mike Story. This beautiful ballad from
"The Polar Express" makes a wonderful addition
to your performance library. Lots of doublings and
unisons will give your young players the confidence
they need to play this in concert. Combine this with
Rockin' on Top of the World and you'll have a mini-
medley for the season!
2481108 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . . . 55.00
Bells of Wonder—Mykola Leontovych, John
H. Hopkins Jr./arr. J. Cameron Law. Cleverly
combining the holiday favorites We Three Kings
and Carol of the Bells, this very accessible
arrangement gives all sections the opportunity
to perform the melody. The piece culminates in
an exciting combination of the two carols. Minor
tonality and triple meter will immerse your students
in the spirit of the season!
11400819 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . . . 55.00
Canon Noel—arr. Deborah Baker Monday.
This creative arrangement combines the iconic
Pachelbel theme with graceful melodies from
The First Noel and Hark! The Herald Angels Sing.
This lyrical setting in D major includes just a little
shifting in the bass and easy high three-finger
patterns in violin 2 and viola. Simple scale-based
motion and frequent doubling give the developing
ensemble a full, rich sound as all sections get to
play melodic material.
11500101 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . . . 55.00
A Caravan of Kings—arr. Richard Meyer.
Teaching opportunities abound in this creative
arrangement of the carol We Three Kings. The
music depicts the kings' famous trek across
the desert and is a great way to introduce your
students to low finger patterns (B-flats and E-flats),
simple meter changes, and the concept of tone
painting. Optional percussion parts enhance the
exotic Middle Eastern harmonies. A real change of
pace for your next holiday concert!
10872086 String Orchestra, opt. Perc.. . . . 50.00
String Orchestra | Very Easy / Easy
Thank you for helping us
reach our 150-year milestone!
Thank you for making us a part of your
musical journey. Here's to the music you've
made and all that's still to come!
YEARS
OF MUSIC
S I N C E 1 8 7 6
