J.W. Pepper Catalogs

29 Order Toll Free! Call 1.800.345.6296 / w: jwpepper.com / e: [email protected] string orchestra Go to cart Original Concert Works medium-easy Carpe DiemRichard Meyer. Full of energy and excitement, this overture makes the perfect concert opener or closer. Tuneful melodies and shifting moods explore a wide variety of string playing techniques, while the colorful orchestration gives every section a chance in the spotlight. This A B A work opens with a high-spirited main theme followed by a more lyrical second theme. The contrasting middle section is a tender lullaby introduced first by solo violin, and then taken up with great emotion by the entire ensemble. The opening section returns, refreshingly re- orchestrated for added interest. The piece ends in a flurry of excitement. Playable by middle- level groups but definitely mature enough for the advanced string orchestra. 10027605 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 56.00 CatharsisAmy Cann/arr. Phillips. One of the most popular contemporary fiddle tunes - many notable artists, including Natalie McMaster, have performed this piece. It is a super-cool tune with a compelling rhythmic drive that is, unexpectedly, set in G minor. 10310339 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 53.00 Cloud DanceThom Sharp. This beautiful, lyrical work is easy enough for an advanced middle school orchestra yet sophisticated enough for any high school group. The long, flowing melodic shapes and loure bowing give the orchestra a chance to show off their legato phrasing. 10453643 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 48.00 The CodeAlan Lee Silva. Like the underscore of an international spy movie, this piece promises drama from the opening bar. The evocative harmonies, plus tight moving lines and syncopated rhythms, immediately catch the ear. Pulsating eighth-note patterns drive the piece all the way through to the spirited conclusion. Sure to have everyone on the edge of their seat. 10278001 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 50.00 ConquistadorDeborah Baker Monday. A dramatic work with a hint of romance, Conquistador! depicts the life and adventures of the Spanish explorers. Rhythmic motives in A minor provide a glimpse into life on the trail, and the softer, lyrical section depicts a quiet night under the stars. It's a great way to bring history into the music rehearsal! 2703086 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 62.00 n Contrasts in E MinorFrancis Feese. This unique and interesting work is divided into three sections. It begins with a catchy, "spy-sounding" opening theme, which is contrasted with an emotional slower section, and ends with an exciting 6/8 time signature galop that features the lower strings. It is standard string orchestra literature that comes highly recommended for intermediate level groups. 2136216 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 45.00 n CreaturesBrian Balmages. This is one of the coolest original pieces to come around in years! It's great for year-round use, but would be especially scary at Halloween. The composer describes it as "a dark and sinister night full of strange happenings and ghoulish encounters." Opening with a menacing march as creatures emerge from the darkness, dissonances soon appear in upper strings, including the chance to play any pitch in the chaos! Finally the audience hears footsteps in retreat from the coming dawn. A wonderful vehicle for introducing aleatoric music to students in a fun and creative way! 10027353 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 45.00 SECTION FEATURES H Allegro in D—Vivaldi/arr. Frackenpohl. In this fine arrangement of Vivaldi's Concerto in C for Two Trumpets, the solo trumpet lines have been transferred to first and second violins. It's a stirring adaptation which retains the characteristic "trumpet" sound of the original, and a delightful concert selection for string orchestra! Recorded by Michigan State University Orchestra on the CD, Teaching Music Through Performance in Orchestra, Volume 1 - Pepper # 5973728. 2276202 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 35.00 Basses Loaded—Carrie Lane Gruselle. Let your bass section shine and groove in this upbeat medley of funk, swing and good ol' fashioned rock n' roll! Opportunities for improvisation are included (with written parts as well) and an optional drumset part really adds to the flair. While the basses show off, the other sections of the orchestra also experience the contagious rhythms and melodies as they get down and rock out. An absolute showstopper! 10066376 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 55.00 H Billy Tell Overture—Gioacchino Rossini/ arr. Richard Meyer. This bluegrass "fiddle" version of Rossini's famous overture will get your audiences' toes tappin' and your violinists' fingers flyin'. The entire violin section is featured in this fun, virtuosic-sounding rendition that is perfect for recruiting concerts, encores, or just plain showing off! Loaded with string crossings and "doubled" notes, this piece will take some of the starch out of Rossini's collar! 10280489 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 46.00 10280489E String Orchestra ePrint . . . . . . . . . M 45.00 Can Can Basses—Jacques Offenbach/arr. Meyer. Give your hard-working basses the recognition they deserve in this great section feature based on Offenbach's nimble and energetic dance tune. There are fun parts for everyone, but the tune (and the spotlight) belongs to the basses! How fast can they do the Can-Can? A terrific challenge for your entire orchestra! Very exciting! 10308055 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . VE 42.00 H Cello Squadron—Richard Meyer. Listen closely and you'll hear them coming... it's the Cello Squadron to the rescue! This fun and exciting section feature has it all -roaring airplane engines (on cello C strings of course!), dive-bombing glissandos, and a heroic main theme based on Wagner's famous Ride of the Valkyries. Designed to give everyone in the orchestra a chance to learn and practice their triplet rhythms, this piece is sure to spark the imagination of all your students. 10066913 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 46.00 10066913E String Orchestra ePrint . . . . . . . . . E 42.00 Cellos Ole—Richard Meyer. No doubt about who gets featured in this fun, Spanish-flavored original by Richard Meyer! This piece is a great motivator for your up-and- coming young cellists, and is a great change of pace for any concert program. Features a lyrical melody in the cellos set against a pizzicato accompaniment in the other strings, and includes parts for maracas and claves that can be spread among the sections. Your students will love this one! 2397537 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 42.00 H Fantasia on an Original Theme—Joseph Phillips. This is a poignant and distinctively Irish-flavored fantasia in a cantabile style. Violists will love the opening soli introduction that is quite beautiful. A very nice piece at the intermediate level. Recorded by Michigan State University Orchestra on the CD, Teaching Music Through Performance in Orchestra Volume 1 - Pepper # 5973728. 2301364 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 48.00 2301364E String Orchestra ePrint. . . . . . . . . . ME 48.00 H Gloria in Excelsis Deo—Antonio Vivaldi/ arr. Don Brubaker. It's Vivaldi's "Gloria" - without all those pesky singers! This string orchestra arrangement of Vivaldi's choral masterwork is the perfect introduction for young string players. It retains the composer's key of D Major and features solo/soli parts for your advanced players! The opportunity to teach or reinforce hooked bowing and the bow lift is present in each section of the orchestra. Everyone in your orchestra will enjoy the rhythmic vitality and harmonic beauty of this enduring masterwork. 10050383 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 47.00 10050383E String Orchestra ePrint . . . . . . . . . E 47.00 Jingle Basses—Bob Phillips. Cute, fun, and a true beginning bass feature! This is the perfect piece to add Santa hats, tinsel, lights and other festive decorations. An excellent selection to work on off-beat playing and counting rests. Ho, Ho, Ho! 10370577 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . VE 46.00 10370577E String Orchestra ePrint . . . . . . . . VE 45.00 Moon Bass—Todd Parrish. Let your string bass section swing in this easy-to-play blues piece as they build skills and enjoy the motivation of being in the spotlight. Basses carry the melody much of the time, while also accompanying the melody as it weaves through other sections. All parts stay in first position, while the bass shifts briefly to third position. Educational objectives include playing accidentals, contrasting between staccato and legato, and learning to play in a swing style. 10280368 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 45.00 10280368E String Orchestra ePrint . . . . . . . . ME 45.00 H Santa Plays the Viola—arr. Mark Williams. Ho Ho Ho... what a treat this is! Bring your viola section out front (well, figuratively speaking) and give them the recognition that they deserve on this super holiday medley in which the violas get to play every tune! Including Jingle Bells; Angels We Have Heard On High; The First Noel and Good King Wenceslas, this enchanting selection is sure to be the high spot of your holiday concert. And, just think of how happy those parents of your viola players will be! 2346385 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 46.00 2346385E String Orchestra ePrint. . . . . . . . . . . E 46.00 4 A Very Viola Christmas—Traditional/arr. Bob Phillips. Showcase your violas with a piece that will make them sound great! It remains in 1st position mainly on the upper strings of the viola and features: Ding Dong! Merrily on High; Deck the Halls; The First Noel and We Wish You a Merry Christmas. 10520805 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 46.00 Viola Concerto (Second Movement)— Georg Philipp Telemann/arr. Todd Parrish. Not just for the viola section! Both violins and violas get the exuberant melody in this very playable arrangement of the Baroque classic. Violists will appreciate the opportunity to showcase the beauty and power of their instrument. 10444035 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 50.00 10444035E String Orchestra ePrint . . . . . . . . . M 50.00 Viola Country—Richard Meyer. Spotlight your magnificent violas in this feature with Western flavors, and give your "unsung heroes" a chance to show off. Includes a heroic opening, a flashy "fiddle" melody and a flowing legato section. Easy to rehearse, and fun for every section! 10370736 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 49.00 10370736E String Orchestra ePrint . . . . . . . . . E 48.00 H Viola Hero—Stephen Bulla. Build the violas' morale, confidence and musicianship! It's time for those inner part specialists to have their moment in the spotlight, featured here on a hard-driving groove that rocks the house. Let each become a Viola Hero! 10061226 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 40.00 10061226E String Orchestra ePrint . . . . . . . . . E 40.00 Viva Violas—Richard Meyer. Take out the castanets because the violas are taking the stage, Spanish style! It begins in a "Paso Doble" reminiscent of a vigorous Spanish guitar solo, then moves into a major key allegretto where the violas even get a chance to glissando! 2475430 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 60.00 " You are amazing, truly amazing!" — Tom Hammett, Customer since 1971, Hixson, TN A section feature every now and then is a great way to build confidence and spirit in your players. Reward those greatly improved violas! Single out that strong cello section; or put a positive spin on that rivalry between first and second violins! No matter which one is right for your players, the result is always positive for your orchestra!

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