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Ghosts of BrandenburgRichard Meyer.
Imagine a fantasy based on all six of the
"Brandenburg Concerti!" Not just a cute novelty,
but an entirely new work! It captures the
spirit of the "Brandenburgs," but sets most
of them in minor keys, or uses darker tones,
pizzicato, and meter changes J.S. Bach would
never have imagined! This is an inventive and
challenging work that will take your intermediate
strings on an almost nine-minute tour de
force that will build their endurance along with
their musicality! Highly recommended for concert
and contest!
10050371 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 62.00
l Gladiator's GloryChris Thomas. This
powerful and highly rhythmic work lets listeners
experience the thrills and dangers of ancient
gladiator games. Explore this world with
aggressive articulations, exciting chromatics, and
cinematic ostinato figures.
10512568 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 55.00
Haunted PlacesBrendan McBrien. Inspired
by the fertile imagination of childhood, this piece
examines the youthful fun of "scary places" that
makes our skin tingle! Enjoy this musical portrait of
scary, abandoned dwellings, and of the spirits that
for some frightful reason seem to inhabit them!
10453651 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 48.00
4 I RememberSusan Day. This gorgeous piece
is introspective, thought provoking, and truly
representative of its title. It features haunting
melodies shared by all parts, lush chordal
harmonies, driving rhythms, a short violin solo
toward the end, and provides a wonderful
opportunity for expressive playing.
10520404 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 50.00
4 ImpactBob Phillips. A powerful concert piece
that honors the impact teachers have on the lives
of others, this original work is a perfect centerpiece
for concert and festival programming. Rhythmically
exciting, with great parts for all sections.
10520823 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 56.00
4 In the Company of AngelsWilliam Hofeldt.
This gorgeous and gentle ballad is dedicated to
Ms. Dorothy Straub, whose lifelong career in music
education has touched students and educators
worldwide for many years. Includes an optional
(and highly recommended) harp part.
10523463 String Orchestra opt. Harp . 52.00
IncantationsRichard Meyer. Energetic and
hard-driving describe this tour de force for
orchestra. Two solo violins and a solo viola introduce
this piece through a haunting, lyrical theme. The
theme is subsequently taken up by the entire
orchestra. It expands, gradually morphing into a fast
and frenetic second theme that is aggressive and
virtuosic, using a vigorous pizzicato section. The
two themes are then heard at the same time, each
vying for attention. The pace slackens momentarily
before a wild coda closes the piece. Full of a wide
variety of colors and interesting tonalities, this highly
original work gives every section of the mature
string orchestra a chance to shine.
2478662 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 55.00
n Irish LegendRobert Kerr & Soon Hee Newbold.
Showcase your strings with fire and flair in the
style of "Riverdance" and traditional Celtic music!
Written by Robert Kerr and arranged for strings by
Soon Hee Newbold, this air and jig is a dramatic
finale to any concert. Dazzling violin solos (both
lyrical and technical) and highly rhythmic passages
accompanied by drum set really set this work apart.
Optional piano and harp add to the sound of a work
destined to bring down the house. A great closer!
10047958 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 60.00
l It Takes TwoChris M. Bernotas. This
appealing tango is full of drama and passion, with
an aggressive, dark theme and strong rhythm.
Each member of the ensemble gets a moment in
the spotlight and will surely enjoy achieving the
challenges of their part.
10522591 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 58.00
Jazzed Up & High StrungBrian Holmes. This
catchy tune provides exposure to jazz style for
strings. The chromatic bass line's slaps provide a
fun, percussive element, while the catchy melody is
passed around to all sections.
10444017 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 50.00
Legend of Sleepy HollowRichard Meyer.
Your students will love this musical depiction of the
fateful night when Schoolmaster Ichabod Crane met
up with the fabled Headless Horseman. This colorful
tone poem based on Washington Irving's famous
short story is whimsical, romantic, frightening,
and sure to stir the imaginations of your students
and their audience. A great challenge for the more
advanced string orchestra, and a wonderful lesson
in tone painting.
10066953 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 62.00
4 Legends of ValorDeborah Baker Monday.
A programmatic-type piece, the music tells a
story of bravery and heroism during challenging
situations, no matter what they might be.
A beautiful middle section played by divisi violas and
cellos gives respite before returning to the dynamic
original theme.
10523467 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 52.00
l Lucky SevenMatt Turner. The title is a play
on the fact that portions of this piece are in 7/8
time grouped in 2+2+3. It gives the piece a really
fresh groove as it floats in and out of this 7/8 riff
into regular 4/4 time. It is an infectious piece that
students will like to play, because it is in a more
popular-sounding style. There is even a nice solo
section with a sample solo for improvisation.
10522041 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 55.00
MaharajaDoug Spata. Add some sizzle to your
next concert with some Bollywood style! Maharaja
combines rhythms and motifs from Indian music with
exciting melodies. Slurred pizzicato imitates the sound
of tabla drums while finger snaps and triplet flourishes
add to the South Asian flavor. Teachers will appreciate
challenging their students with advanced fingerings
and rhythms throughout the piece and audiences will
thrill to this unique musical experience.
10280360 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 49.00
EDITORS' CHOICE
Original Concert Works • Medium
Each year Pepper's Editors review hundreds of new releases and choose the cream of the crop to bear the name, Editors' Choice.
You can buy any of these titles with confidence!
Adventures on Bainbridge Island—Alan Lee Silva.
is descriptive work stunningly depicts the beauty of Bainbridge
Island located in the Puget Sound in Washington state. It has a "made-
in-America" spirit and sound, merging the simplicity of folk song-like
melodies with modern orchestration.
10522007 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55.00
Balalaika!—James Meredith.
A balalaika is a type of Russian folk stringed instrument. is work
is a festive dance-like piece that contains some quotes throughout of
famous Tchaikovsky themes in order to help give it that Russian flavor.
10522013 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55.00
Bravery and Grace—George Sweet.
A delightfully unique combining of Scotland the Brave and Amazing
Grace. is setting brings fresh new harmonic treatments and joins the
tunes as if they were meant to be together.
10522015 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55.00
Cherry Tree—Yukiko Nishimura.
is sound painting of the cherry tree starts with a lush melody as one
admires the beauty of these trees in full bloom. is is followed by the
rustling of the wind through the trees as the buds blow off and dance in
the wind. e piece returns to the lush, simple beauty once again.
10522017 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55.00
City of Steel—Doug Spata.
Brooding melodies that rise like mist over dark, churning chords give
way to a warm, yearning section, returning for a rousing finish. e
lush, romantic sound and the dramatic expressiveness thrill while
technical development includes 16th notes, chromatics, and shiing.
10520811 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56.00
Darkened Shadows—Joshua Reznicow.
e intense melodic theme throughout utilizes simple 16th note
double-stop passages. e strong melodic material for the lower strings
and beautifully haunting middle section will capture the imagination of
your students while giving the director several possibilities for technical
and musical instruction.
10520054 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52.00
Dorian Dance—Michael W. Joy/arr. Jason Krug.
Originally written for handbell choir, this string orchestra setting uses
dorian mode, very catchy melodies, and infectious asymmetric rhythms
to create a compelling and memorable listening experience. is
arrangement is compatible with the original handbell composition for
those orchestras who wish to perform it with a handbell ensemble.
10520419 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50.00
El Gaucho—Bob Lipton.
Add a touch of Latin flair to your next program with this driving,
rhythmic work. Infectious melodies combine with a touch of tango
as every section gets a chance to dig in. Not for the faint of heart, yet
much easier to play than it sounds!
10512562 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50.00
I Remember—Susan Day.
is gorgeous piece is introspective, thought provoking, and truly
representative of its title. It features haunting melodies shared by all parts,
lush chordal harmonies, driving rhythms, a short violin solo toward the
end, and provides a wonderful opportunity for expressive playing.
10520404 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50.00
Impact—Bob Phillips.
A powerful concert piece that honors the impact teachers have on the
lives of others, this original work is a perfect centerpiece for concert
and festival programming. Rhythmically exciting, with great parts for
all sections.
10520823 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56.00
In the Company of Angels—William Hofeldt.
is gorgeous and gentle ballad is dedicated to Ms. Dorothy Straub,
whose lifelong career in music education has touched students and
educators worldwide for many years. Includes an optional (and highly
recommended) harp part.
10523463 String Orchestra opt. harp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52.00
Legends of Valor—Deborah Baker Monday.
A programmatic-type piece, the music tells a story of bravery and
heroism during challenging situations, no matter what they might be.
A beautiful middle section played by divisi violas and cellos gives
respite before returning to the dynamic original theme.
10523467 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52.00
Matador—Susan H. Day.
Picture the matador as he waves his red cape and the crowd cheers him
on! Distinguished by its Spanish-influenced melodies and harmonies,
this piece in 4/4 is written in D minor and E minor. Great to develop
expressive playing!
10520831 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49.00
Miraj—Richard Meyer.
e exotic and mysterious sounds of this imaginative selection imply
flavors of music from India. Unexpected harmonic shis, interesting
chromatic twists, haunting melodies, glissandos, and hand-drumming,
all bring this challenging piece to a close with a raucous flourish.
10520833 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62.00
Murphy's Jig—Susan H. Day.
is original jig lies well under the fingers and gives everyone a fun part
to play. As with most jigs, the faster, the better - and add foot stomps!
10520837 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49.00
Perpetuoso—Brian Holmes.
Opening with a catchy theme, this work explores countermelodies as
well as recurrences of the theme. Syncopated rhythms are common and
are aided by running eighth notes that help subdivide the pattern. It's a
powerful, technically challenging work that students will love to play.
10500810 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50.00
10500810E String Orchestra ePrint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50.00
Shattered—Michael Hopkins.
Written to honor the victims of the 2012 Sandy Hook school shooting
that shattered the town but not their spirit, this piece will provide the
needed mood for any commemorative time or serve as an expressive
piece for a festival.
10522585 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58.00
Spy Games—Brent D. Smith.
is exciting piece pays homage to the many novels, films, and
television programs that have centered on the subject of espionage.
e work is based around two catchy melodies that make use of swung
rhythms. ese melodies, coupled with a five-four meter, create a
unique and memorable feel. Spy Games won the 2014 Texas Orchestra
Directors Association composition contest.
10470355 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50.00
10470355E String Orchestra ePrint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50.00
Te Dije—Andy Patterson.
Written in the traditional tango style, this work gives each section a
chance to shine with many opportunities for stylistic playing. Students
will develop bow control to sustain phrases and practice going from
arco to pizz. e syncopated rhythms are easily taught and fun to learn.
10500816 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50.00
10500816E String Orchestra ePrint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50.00
