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1812 Overture—P.I. Tchaikovsky/arr. Jerry
Brubaker. Maintaining all of the excitement
and pageantry of the original - the climactic
volley of cannon fire, the ringing chimes, the
brass fanfare - but paired down to just six
and half thrilling minutes! You'll have to hear
it to believe it!
10310481 Full Orchestra . . . . .M 73.00
Amadeus (from Symphony No.
25)—W.A. Mozart/arr. Jamin Hoffman.
Symphony No. 25 begins with one of
Mozart's most recognized themes, as
heard in the classic Oscar-winning film
"Amadeus." Hoffman has placed the first
movement in an accessible, practical format
that can be performed by school orchestras
with confidence.
10062533 Full Orchestra . . . . .M 80.00
Bacchanale (from "Samson and
Delilah")—Camille Saint-Saëns/arr. Merle
Isaac. This haunting Saint-Saëns theme is
a favorite of audiences everywhere and is a
great change of pace on any program.
2143592 Full Orchestra . . . . .M 85.00
Dance of the Hours—Amilcare Ponchielli/
arr. Richard Meyer. Your orchestra will love
the chance to play these ever-popular tunes
from Ponchielli's opera "La Gioconda."
Instantly recognizable to any audience,
this arrangement retains the sound of the
original and gives students a chance to
develop the variety of techniques needed
to perform two very different styles of dance
music. The key has been changed from E
major to G major and the time signature
simplified from 4/8 to 4/4, but none of the
fun is missing!
10738946 Full Orchestra . . . . .M 59.00
Farandole (from "L'Arlesienne Suite No.
2")—Georges Bizet/arr. Merle J. Isaac. This
spirited, well-loved work by Georges Bizet
is an absolutely delightful work for both
rehearsal and performance!
2156024 Full Orchestra . . . . .M 73.00
Finlandia—Jean Sibelius/arr. Owen
Goldsmith. There's a cold mystique about
this work from Finland's most famous
composer, but at its heart is a warmth that
overflows with beauty. Well known to many
listeners, Finlandia displays a strong sense
of nationalistic strength in its mighty brass
and soaring strings. Owen Goldsmith's
adaptation eliminates a few of the technical
difficulties and includes generous cross-
cuings. The brass double tonguing is still
there, but so is all the power!
2376036 Full Orchestra . . . . .M 80.00
The Firebird—Igor Stravinsky/arr. Jack
Bullock. This thrilling selection provides
a great introduction for younger players
to Stravinsky! This transcription provides
access at the perfect level.
10453875 Full Orchestra . . . . .M 60.00
The Holberg Suite—Edvard Grieg/arr.
Victor Lopez. With string parts as close to
the original as possible, this full-orchestra
arrangement of two movements from
Grieg's Holberg Suite is superb! It may be
performed by string or full orchestra, and, for
ultimate flexibility, each movement can be
performed alone. Featuring the Sarabande
and the Gavotte, careful attention has been
paid to maintain the original intentions of the
composer.
10594781 Full Orchestra . . . . .M 73.00
Jupiter, Bringer of Jollity (from "The
Planets")—Gustav Holst/arr. Vernon
Leidig. This magnificent work by Gustav
Holst is scored in a very playable
arrangement for school orchestras.
2155315 Full Orchestra . . . . . . 73.00
Light Cavalry Overture—Franz von
Suppe/arr. Merle J. Isaac. A truly excellent
addition to any orchestra library! Completely
re-edited for advanced full orchestra in its
original length, this exciting work is always
a concert favorite. Opening with its famous
horn calls and strong chords, it contains the
celebrated theme for which the overture is
always remembered, depicting the gallop
of the cavalry. A bright, energetic concert
feature for both school and community
ensembles, sure to delight!
2200913 Full Orchestra . . . . .M 70.00
Marriage of Figaro—W.A. Mozart/arr.
Merle J. Isaac. Here's Mozart's most
famous overture, carefully arranged and
edited by Merle Isaac. Staying very true
to the original, this one challenges the
strings, but often becomes their favorite! An
excellent opener or closer.
2127850 Full Orchestra . . . . .M 75.00
Nutcracker Ballet, Set 1 (Dance of the
Sugar Plum Fairy and Waltz of the
Flowers)—P.I. Tchaikovsky/arr. Merle
Isaac. For decades, the skilled arranging
of the late Merle Isaac made great works
playable by developing orchestras. Here he
presents the beloved "Nutcracker" in two
sets that sound like the originals. Feature
a good pianist in Dance of the Sugar Plum
Fairy. Show off the entire orchestra in Waltz
of the Flowers. Perform as is or make your
own suite with the addition of Set 2 (Pepper
#2041903).
2041911 Full Orchestra . . . . .M 73.00
Nutcracker Ballet, Set 2 (March of
the Nutcracker and Trepak)—P.I.
Tchaikovsky/arr. Merle Isaac. This second
set features two of the most well-known
holiday favorites of all time: March of the
Nutcracker and Trepak. As always, Merle
Isaac remained as true to the originals as
possible. Playable alone or with Set 1 as a
suite (Pepper #2041911). Trepak makes
a fantastic finish to your holiday concert!
Wonderful music!
2041903 Full Orchestra . . . . .M 69.00
Overture from Carmen—Georges Bizet/
arr. Richard Meyer. Your students will
love rehearsing and performing this fine
arrangement containing some of the most
recognizable music ever written! Very
faithful to the original, the orchestration will
give younger groups a mature, full sound,
and the multiple percussion parts will keep
your percussionists engaged. Best of all,
every instrument gets to play the famous
melody of the majestically stirring Toreador
Song! (3:00)
11568652 Full Orchestra . . . . .M 75.00
The Pines of Rome—Ottorino Respighi/
arr. Stephen Bulla. Long considered one of
the most dramatic symphonic movements
of all time, Respighi's finale is arranged
to make it accessible and effective for
advancing groups. The tension-building
final section of this monumental work has
been carefully crafted to give your orchestra
the opportunity to perform the triumphant
"ending of all endings."
2481823 Full Orchestra . . . . .M 85.00
Procession of the Sardar (from
"Caucasian Sketches")—Ippolitov-Ivanov/
arr. Merle J. Isaac. This very pompous,
march-like setting by Merle Isaac is perfect
for assemblies and concert openings. This
is quite full sounding, and there is a nice
balance of melody between winds and
strings.
2066645 Full Orchestra . . . . .M 69.00
Radetzky March—Johann Strauss/
arr. Merle J. Isaac. This famous, stately
march is a fantastic program selection on
virtually any concert! Expertly arranged for
advanced full orchestra, this familiar bright
tune just might make your audience clap
along. Thanks to the Vienna Philharmonic,
it has become a staple on New Year's and
winter concerts, but this classic march is a
perfect choice for programs and festivals all
year round.
2158871 Full Orchestra . . . . .M 65.00
Slavonic Dance No. 1—Antonín Dvořák/
arr. Merle J. Isaac. Dvořák's energetic
Furiant from his Slavonic Dances, Op.
46, expertly arranged for advanced full
orchestra! Remaining true in spirit and
orchestration in the original key of C major,
this fast, rhythmic dance will provide a highly
rewarding challenge for students. A perfect
choice for the concert hall or festival stage!
2123867 Full Orchestra . . . . .M 64.00
Sleeping Beauty Waltz—P.I. Tchaikovsky/
arr. Richard Meyer. The elegance of
the classic waltz is preserved in this
arrangement for full orchestra thoughtfully
scaled for the technical range of an average
high school ensemble. Familiar melodic
writing is shared broadly across sections,
allowing all of the winds throughout the
orchestra (even the tubas) to participate
in the iconic theme. Straightforward writing
shifts the challenge toward balance,
phrasing, and ensemble cohesion. A
practical choice for teaching Romantic waltz
style while offering students an accessible
version of an orchestral classic.
11680869 Full Orchestra . . . . .M 90.00
Sleeping Beauty Waltz—P.I. Tchaikovsky/
arr. Merle J. Isaac. This is absolutely
delightful! Filled with glorious melodies well
known and loved by all, this beautiful work
is a welcome addition to any program at any
time. It's an excellent choice.
2143618 Full Orchestra . . . . .M 75.00
The Sorcerer's Apprentice Themes—
Paul Dukas/arr. Jim Higgins. Great 20th
century music! Students and audiences will
enjoy this programmatic medley of themes,
made especially popular when used in
Disney's 1940 animated music spectacular,
Fantasia. This spirited arrangement retains
all the magic and charm of the original work
in a very approachable setting for high
school full orchestra or community concerts.
2288835 Full Orchestra . . . . .M 70.00
Symphony No. 2 (II. Scherzo)—Emilie
Mayer/arr. Jennifer Meckler. A thrilling
Romantic-era experience for full orchestra,
the flexible instrumentation allows more
students to participate in a full symphonic
sound. Bursting with character, the
movement offers a wide variety in
articulation and expression, giving students
meaningful opportunities to shape musical
style. United melodic lines bring strings and
winds together, helping young musicians
experience blended timbre and ensemble
cohesion. With its dramatic energy and
sweeping impact, this scherzo makes a
powerful and exciting concert closer.
11688751 Full Orchestra . . . M 105.00
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Symphony No. 5 Finale—Dimitri
Shostakovich/arr. Stephen Bulla.
10042883 Full Orchestra. . . . . . . 100.00
Two Puccini Arias (I. O mio babbino
caro, II. Nessun dorma)—Giacomo
Puccini/arr. Chris M. Bernotas.
11568636 Full Orchestra. . . . . . . . 80.00
Hoe Down (from "Rodeo")—
Aaron Copland.
973776 Full Orchestra. . . . . . . . 80.00
Overture from Carmen—
Georges Bizet/arr. Richard Meyer.
11568652 Full Orchestra. . . . . . . . 75.00
Bacchanale (from "Samson and
Delilah")—Camille Saint-Saëns/
arr. Merle Isaac.
2143592 Full Orchestra. . . . . . . . 85.00
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