J.W. Pepper Music Catalog
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Order Toll Free! Call 1.800.345.6296 | jwpepper.com | [email protected] 43 Concert & Festival | Concert, Classical & Popular Music for the Advanced Ensemble A Floweret Bright—arr. Fred Gramann. Fred has created a lovely arrangement on the tunes, Es ist ein Ros entsprungen by Michael Praetorius, Veni Veni Emmanuel, a 15th century chant, and the hymn tune PICARDY, a 15th Century French carol. The creative and engaging introduction featuring handchimes, suspended bells and lyrical LV and rung passages set the stage for this brilliant and sophisticated setting. Each of these melodies are featured and seamlessly interwoven as the work increases in energy and expression leading to a dynamic and fulfilling end. This classical-style work is a 'must-have' for your advanced group's repertoire for both concert and worship event. 11676571 5-8 Octave Handbells . . . . . . . L4 6.25 The Girl I Left Behind Me—arr. Leroy Anderson; Hart Morris. Driving march rhythms and energetic countermelodies bring this lively Irish folk tune to life in a setting that remains faithful to Leroy Anderson's well-known adaptation while adding colorful handbell textures throughout. Mallets, ring touches, thumb damps, crisp articulations, and careful rhythmic precision make this exciting arrangement a rewarding and highly engaging selection for advanced ensembles in concert or festival programming. 11676699 5-7 Octave Handbells . . . . . . . L6 6.25 Home (from "The Wiz")—Charlie Smalls/arr. Greg Urban. A heartfelt setting from "The Wiz" brings one of musical theater's most powerful finales to the handbell choir. Expressive lines and sensitive pacing support a deeply moving interpretation of its message of love, identity, and belonging, reminding listeners to look within to find a place that feels like home. 11682153 5-8 Octave Handbells w/ HC . L4 6.55 Icefall—Michell Eithun. Inspired by St. Anthony Falls (Dakota: Owamniyomni) in Minneapolis and its significance within the sacred Dakota Bdote landscape, this original work reflects the power, motion, and seasonal transformation of a vital waterway through vivid musical imagery. A compelling and expressive selection for advanced ensembles in concert programming. 11683560 5-7 Octave Handbells w/ opt. 5-7 Oct. HC & Aux. Bells. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . L5 6.95 Iditarod—Soon Hee Newbold/arr. Stephanie Berryman. Faithfully transcribed for handbells from the orchestral standard, this riveting work is a must- have for your advanced group. Take your audience on a gruelling race with the sled dogs through Alaska's harsh landscape. Known as "the last great race on Earth," the Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race stretches over 1,150 miles of Alaska's wild terrain from Anchorage to Nome. In this adaptation, the excitement and energy come through, capturing the sound and emotion of this demanding event. Enjoy! 11583311 5-6 Octave Handbells w/ 5 Oct. HC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . L5 6.25 11633138 5-8 Octave Handbells DBE 2026 Edition . . . . . . . . . . L5 6.25 Into the Unknown—Kristen Anderson-Lopez & Robert Lopez/arr. Sondra K. Tucker. The hit song from Disney's "Frozen 2" comes to life in this masterful handbell arrangement. All the drama, energy, and soaring intensity of the original are captured in vibrant harmonies and dynamic ringing moments. A thrilling addition to concerts and festivals, this setting brings the magic of the movie straight to the performance hall. 11683064 3-6 Octave Handbells w/ opt. 3-5 Oct. HC . . . . . . . . . L4 7.00 Jazz Rondo—Paul Douglas. This delightful jazz offering will be a fun and entertaining work for your next concert. It is grounded by a pedal bass line while the rhythm is driven by a ring/staccato/rest/ ring pattern and variations that will keep toes tapping throughout. The director may select the preferred stopped techniques. There are nicely placed shakes, marts, and LV passages plus an engaging melody line featured in the higher bells which will live on after the piece ends. There are a few expressive dynamics included, and it is swung throughout with no tempo changes. There are ample accidentals to keep ringers alert as they swing their way to the fun and dynamic ending! This is a must-have for your moderately accomplished group. 11676702 5 Octave Handbells . . . . . . . . L4 4.95 11676703 Full Score & Instrumental Parts . . . . . . . . . L4 5.95 11676704 Instrumental Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . .3.95 Jubilation and Reflection—Cathy Moklebust. Commissioned for the Philadelphia Handbell Ensemble's 20th anniversary, this vibrant, advanced original is scored for handbells, handchimes, and a colorful mix of optional percussion. Sparkling treble melodies, driving, malleted bass lines, and rhythmic energy punctuated by martellato and ring touch create a jubilant, celebratory sound. A reflective Adagio features an accompaniment of triplets against a melody of eighths and sixteenths before building to a grand, majestic finale. Ideal for concert openers or worship preludes. 11643703 4-6 Octave Handbells w/ opt. 4-7 Oct. HC & Perc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . L4+ 8.00 11643704 Full Score & Instrumental Parts . . . . . . . L4+ 14.95 Laudate—Cathy Moklebust. Celebrate the joy of ringing with this vibrant original composition for advanced handbell choir. Energetic rhythms and uplifting harmonies make this piece an excellent choice for worship, concert, or festival settings. 11642195 4-6 Octave Handbells w/ 4-6 Oct. HC . . . . . . . . . . . L4+ 6.25 Liquidfied—Phoebe T. T. Yueng and Nam Yip. Let the music ripple and glide in Liquidfied, an original handbell composition that captures the graceful, ever-shifting essence of flowing water. Changing meters, chromatic harmonies, and frequent hand changes create a fluid musical texture that challenges ringers. Ideal for moments of reflection or as a lyrical interlude in concert settings, this piece celebrates the elegance of movement and the power of musical flow. 11666784 3-5 Octave Handbells . . . . . . . L4 5.50 Magnificent Seven—Elmer Bernstein/arr. Sondra K. Tucker. Bold rhythms and energetic stopped techniques capture the excitement and cinematic spirit of the iconic theme from "The Magnificent Seven." Martellato, table malleting, ring touches, and contrasting handchime passages create a colorful and engaging soundscape that makes this lively arrangement a fun and rewarding choice for concert programming. 11676705 4-6 Octave Handbells . . . . . . . L4 4.95 Overture to Ruslan and Lyudmila—Mikhail J. Glinka/arr. Cathy Moklebust. Written for the final Virtuoso event sponsored by the Raleigh Ringers, Cathy Moklebust has transcribed Mikhail Glinka's masterwork for handbells. Rated Level 6, this piece is a worthy challenge for the most advanced handbell ensembles. 11683840 5-8 Octave Handbells . . . . . . . L6 7.95 Rejoice, Rejoice Believers—arr. Linda Boatright. Based on a Swedish folk tune, this opens with the straightforward feel of a hymn, breaking into an energetic 7/8 meter for an exciting flow throughout. The addition of suspended bells and marts adds interest. The bass line is mostly malleted, providing an opportunity for bass ringers to fine-tune their technique and pay careful attention to dynamics while supporting the rest of the tune and ringers. An alternate title may be used for community and school concerts. This will be an audience pleaser! 11676711 5-6 Octave Handbells . . . . . . . L4 4.95 Seascapes—Karen L. Buckwalter. Commissioned for the 2025 Bay View Week of Handbells, Seascapes evokes the many moods of the ocean and the ebb and flow of its tides. Following a mysterious introduction, both ringers and audience will become part of the wave action underneath a beautiful melody in D minor. The center section moves in and out of both major and minor tonalities, reminiscent of the ever-changing ocean, before returning to the theme in D minor. The composition ends as it began with a glorious misty sunset along the water's edge. 11643707 4-7 Octave Handbells w/ opt. 4-7 Oct. HC . . . . . . . . . L4 7.50 Serve the Lord with Gladness—Cathy Moklebust. A bright fanfare launches this energetic original work before giving way to a lilting melody that shifts between 6/8 and 3/4, supported by malleted bass lines and flowing inner textures. Scored for 3-7 octave handbells and handchimes, the arrangement incorporates martellato, martlifts, malleting, and contrasting lyrical chime passages, building to a full, resonant finish that makes it a sparkling choice for advanced ensembles in concert or worship settings. 11683569 3-7 Octave Handbells w/ opt. 3-7 Oct. HC . . . . . . . . L4+ 6.95 Thank You "I love being able to find a new piece for my classes and immediately have it for students. Thanks for ePrint options!" Julie jwpepper.com/ec