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2026 Fall Choral Catalog

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81 Order Toll free! Call 1.800.345.6296 | jwpepper.com | [email protected] Sacred Concert, Spirituals & Gospel Exsultate Justi—Michael John Trotta. Driving rhythms, dance-like motives, and a soaring descant make this setting of Psalm 33 an exhilarating and majestic celebration. Thoughtful voicing leading and optional notes bring this work within reach of high school choirs while remaining a satisfying choice for more advanced. 11678753 SATB divisi . . . . . . . . M 3.25 Exsultate Justi in Domino—Noah Reese. Grandiose and exciting, this concert or festival opener has rhythmic energy in the vocal lines coupled with an active yet supportive piano accompaniment. With a variety of accessible voicings, this piece with a traditional Latin text is fitting for developing choirs of all ages and ability levels. 11673919 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.30 11559626 SA . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.30 11559624 TT. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.30 11559625 TBB or TTB . . . . . . .ME 2.50 Festival Sanctus—John Leavitt. A long-time favorite on the festival circuit, this dynamic, exciting, joyous selection surpasses the ordinary! Syncopated rhythms and changing meters, combined with a sizzling piano part, make this a uniquely rewarding work. 1699032 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.05 10047611 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.05 1959857 Two-Part . . . . . . . . .ME 2.05 10047612 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.05 10047613 TTB . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.25 10047615 P/A CD. . . . . . . . . . . . 27.99 10047616 Orchestration. . . . . . . 40.00 Fly Away—Jonathan Reid. Offering a stunning new take on the Southern Gospel text, this setting opens up layers of meaning and a depth of comfort and hope that you might not have realized were present all along. Soaring lines and colorful piano writing combine to create a heartfelt work that you simply must hear. 11621074 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.75 Follow the Drinking Gourd—arr. Greg Gilpin. Recognized for its connection to the Underground Railroad by signaling the direction north, this traditional spiritual offers many teaching moments. This exciting arrangement is rhythmic and well supported by the piano accompaniment, and each choral line has the opportunity to sing the melody as well as independent harmony lines and stacked ostinatos. 11566091 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.30 11566092 Three-Part Mixed . .ME 2.30 11566093 Two-Part . . . . . . . . .ME 2.30 For the Beauty of the Earth—John Rutter. John Rutter's engaging melody over a flowing accompaniment is equally beautiful in either the SATB or SA treatment. Full instrumentation includes strings, winds, harp (playable on keyboard), and drums. Reduced orchestration includes flute, oboe, harp, and organ. Instrumental lines soar as beautifully as the vocal melody. 1418599 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 4.25 1363399 SA . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 4.25 10432346 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 4.25 10664870 Full Score. . . . . . . . . . 36.25 4534657 Instrumental Parts . . . 83.25 For This Joy—arr. Susan LaBarr. Charles Anthony Silvestri's text breathes new life into an age-old hymn tune, LOBE DEN HERREN. Extolling the beauty of nature and all of life, this modern setting employs a tenderness and subtlety with a gently spinning piano accompaniment and clarinet obbligato throughout that brings awareness to the text. 11371557 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 3.30 11618451 SSAA . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 3.50 Frydeligt med jubelkor—Jonas Rasmussen. Born from the City Hall bells in Aarhus, Denmark and 500 years of Danish tradition, this unique a cappella work begins with striking modal clarity, drifts into an improvised forest soundscape, and returns to a full-voiced celebration welcoming in the joys of spring. Intriguing, beautiful, and an unforgettable choice for more advanced choirs. 11683937 SATB divisi . . . . . . .MA 2.95 Gaudete!—arr. Michael Engelhardt. From Piae Cantiones, this setting of Gaudete! is in a progressive style, yet well suited to the medieval melody. Its energy is derived from the accented rhythms and dance- like percussive elements, all adding to the joyous nature of the piece. Percussion parts for four players are available separately. 10467505 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 3.10 10276399 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 2.95 10304776 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 2.95 10968325 SATB Full Score & Parts. . . . . . . . . . . . . M 25.00 10276400 SSA Full Score & Parts. . . . . . . . . . . . . M 20.00 10968326 TTBB Full Score & Parts. . . . . . . . . . . . . M 20.00 Gloria (from Missa Solemnis)—Ludwig van Beethoven/ed. Allan Robert Petker. Beethoven gave us some stirring choral music, including the Missa Solemnis. In this edition, all the notes are truly Beethoven's except the final ones, which modulated in its original form. Beethoven's original orchestration is available for rental, or a chamber version is available for purchase. This is an excellent piece to add to the choral library for high school, community, or collegiate choirs. 11670089 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 3.55 11675683E Chamber Orchestra ePrint . . . . . . . . . . . . 112.50 11675686E Full Orchestra ePrint 132.30 Gloria—Daniel Brinsmead. Fitting for school and community choirs, this setting of the traditional Latin text uses a sparkling, joyful treatment to bring the text to life. With a lively piano accompaniment and 7/8 time signature, this exuberant piece offers a welcome challenge to young singers and works perfectly as a concert opener or closer. 11681138 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 3.40 Gloria Fanfare—Mary Lynn Lightfoot/arr. Ronald Sayer. Changing meters propel the phrases in this energetic setting. The lyrical, flowing middle section provides an interesting and unique contrast before returning to the recapitulation and exhilarating conclusion. 11640789 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 3.00 11640788 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 3.00 11682205 SAB Full Score . . . . . 20.00 11682202 SSA Full Score . . . . . 20.00 11682206 SAB Instrumental Parts 35.00 11682203 SSA Instrumental Parts 35.00 Glory, Gloria—Douglas E. Wagner. With a simple Latin text, this upbeat and festive concert selection is perfect for introducing Latin or reinforcing choral fundamentals. The memorable melody is shared across all voice parts and is accompanied by easy- to-learn harmony written in comfortable ranges. 11641415 Three-Part Mixed . .ME 2.30 Grace Before Sleep—Susan LaBarr. Sara Teasdale's poem of thanks inspired this beautiful, melodic setting for a cappella choir. A quiet opening builds into a gorgeous, resounding climax before coming to a more reflective, thankful close. The piece could provide a tender, thoughtful ending to a concert, or be part of a theme of thanksgiving. 10291013 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 3.00 10482018 SSAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 3.00 The Ground (Pleni sunt caeli)—Ola Gjeilo. This luscious setting of the traditional Latin text from the "Mass" is one that will give your high school choir a big, rich sound without being too difficult. Thorough performance notes give interesting insights into the composer's process and his desired interpretation of the work. 10276430 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 3.40 10297378 Instrumental Parts: Strings . . . . . . . . . . . . 40.00 Guide My Feet—arr. Adam & Matt Podd. A driving, impassioned call for guidance, this reimagined spiritual opens with a tone of longing and mournful prayer before gathering momentum into an urgent plea for wisdom and truth. Suitable for school, church, and community choirs, it works well with piano alone or with the optional percussion. 11682535 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.50 11682538E Instrumental Parts ePrint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.00 Hallelujah Chorus (from "Messiah")— G.F. Handel. This is the G. Schirmer edition that has become part of every musician's experience with Handel's masterwork. A must for every library. 401042 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 2.10 Hark, I Hear the Harps Eternal—arr. Alice Parker. Now all choirs can enjoy this famous hymn tune arranged by Alice Parker, originally written for the Robert Shaw Chorale. The strong walking pulse and juxtaposed motives have made it exceptionally popular for over 50 years. 4004693 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 2.05 3147212 SSAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 2.05 10047605 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 2.05 He's Got the Whole World in His Hands—arr. Rollo Dilworth. Ideal for choirs of all ages, this sensitive arrangement of the well-known spiritual is set in a gospel style with a slow groove. Whether you choose to sing the unison voicing or the three-part treble, everyone has a chance to sing the melody. The supportive piano accompaniment adds authenticity to the soulful choral writing. 11641949 Unison . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.65 10980975 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.65 Hear My Prayer—Moses Hogan. Dedicated to the memory of Jester Hairston, this original spiritual by Moses Hogan is a reverent prayer of hope. For a cappella mixed voices, its quiet but dramatic rubato style is powerfully moving. 3289634 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 2.35 Hold On—arr. Emily Crocker. A powerful statement of perseverance and determination, this traditional spiritual, also known as Gospel Plow or Keep Your Hand on the Plow, has been a popular choice throughout American history, and particularly during the civil rights movement. With three voicing options, it can work for middle or high school choirs. 11670115 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.50 11670116 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.50 11670117 TB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.50 How Can I Keep from Singing?— Gwyneth Walker. This Robert Lowry hymn dates back to the 1800s in the United States. References to persecution, once thought to refer to early Quakers, may be heard in the modernized lyrics – yet faith and courage prevail. This arrangement emphasizes the celebratory and life- affirming aspects of the song. 3062221 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 3.20 3270741 SSAA . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 4.00 10036808 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 3.20 I Believe—Mark A. Miller. Written in a lyrical style, this beautiful choral can be used for any occasion. The sentiment of the text "I believe in the sun, even when it's not shining" springs forth with inspiration and sends thoughts toward hope. 10335690 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 3.35 10757190 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 3.35 10907411 String Quintet & Piano 49.95 10907412 Full Orch. . . . . . . . . . 149.95 Customer service is available weekdays 9am–6pm ET 1.800.345.6296

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