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Original Concert Works
Easy & Medium-Easy
l Ancient Echoes of TimeDouglas E. Wagner.
Expansive harmonies and soaring tunes combine
to present an imaginative musical landscape that
explores the tonal facets of the orchestra. This
dynamic and colorfully scored original is playable
by strings alone or full orchestra.
10522573 String Orch
or Full Orch . . . . . . . . ME 55.00
4 Appalachian MorningRobert Sheldon.
Acknowledge the Scottish and Irish pioneers of
Appalachia with a musical walk through the woods
and mountains of the Cumberland Gap. This lovely
composition allows for a moment of reflection and
lyrical expression on any concert program.
10522599 Full Orchestra . . . . . . ME 65.00
Blunderbuss Battles (Adventure on the High
Seas)Ralph Ford. Enjoy this exciting musical
depiction of pirate days and battles on the high
seas. This piece provides many textures, alternating
between tutti, string, brass, and woodwind choirs,
as well as unison section lines throughout. So,
shiver me timbers and load the Blunderbuss. Aaahr!
10310345 Full Orchestra . . . . . . ME 58.00
4 Cumberland CrossCarl Strommen. Sure to
delight, the central portion of this original piece
brings the unrestrained exuberance of bluegrass
fiddling to the orchestra. In a lovely contrast, the
piece opens and closes with a slow chorale, bringing
to mind sunset and sunrise over the mountains.
10522571 String Orch
or Full Orch . . . . . . . . ME 59.00
Dark AdventureRalph Ford. It's ghostly! It's
creepy! Your orchestra will love it! From the driving
opening motives to the quirky gypsy-sounding
theme, this is haunted-house music at its best! You
can play this with either full or string orchestra, but
the percussion section is really vital and should be
used in both cases. This is recommended and will
thrill and delight your audience! A winner!
2466837 String Orch
or Full Orch . . . . . . . . ME 59.00
Engines of ResistanceLarry Clark. You will
want to program this thrilling music often! As the
title implies, there is dramatic tension between
opposing forces in the orchestra: a light ostinato
pattern opposes a heavy, aggressive melody; bursts
of percussion ring out against quieter moments in
the orchestra, and all these conflicting elements
come together for an incredible finish! Can be
performed as strings and percussion, or as a full
orchestra. A contest winner!
2416675 String Orch or Full Orch. . E 58.00
Medieval LegendMike Story. A striking
fanfare announces this fantasy for orchestra that
conjures up visions of knights and kings, wizards
and sorcerers. Outstanding teaching opportunities
abound in this driving and dynamic composition.
It will be perfect as either a festival or concert
selection. Scored for full orchestra, this piece is
also completely playable by string orchestra alone,
or with any number of added winds or percussion.
10032407 Full Orchestra . . . . . . ME 65.00
MillenniumRichard Meyer. Millennium,
recorded this year by Alfred for the first time,
was first released in 1998. Winner of the 1998
N.S.O.A. composition contest, this contemporary-
sounding overture is extremely powerful and
full of emotion from beginning to end. After a
foreboding introduction, the heroic main theme
is introduced by the brass section in unison,
accompanied by the entire orchestra in a
percussive, marcato style. A lyrical subordinate
theme of extreme beauty follows, first stated
by unison cellos, then picked up by the entire
orchestra. The third and final section is a wild and
energetic march, pitting brass against woodwinds
and strings, leading into a final, majestic
restatement of the main theme. Richard Meyer's
colorful and imaginative scoring features every
section of the symphony orchestra, resulting in a
wonderfully mature-sounding, yet playable, tour
de force' for the student orchestra.
2397792 Full Orchestra . . . . . . ME 73.00
Second StormRobert W. Smith. Inspired
by the devastating hurricane season during the
summer of 2004, this begins with a melodic
"calm before the storm" introduction; and as
the fury of Mother Nature is unleashed, the work
develops using strong unison impacts with driving
rhythmic figures to capture the intensity of the
event in sound. Your intermediate orchestra will
sound big and bold.
2481119 String Orch
r Full Orch . . . . . . . . . ME 65.00
The TempestRobert W. Smith/arr. McCashin.
What a powerful work! The sense of urgency
and excitement created by this wild original
composition is nothing short of awesome!
Relentless ostinatos and striking minor melodies
combine and drive a tense sound that will make
your orchestra sound like the Philharmonic!
In concert, your audience will be gripping their
seats, and in festival your orchestra will present a
dazzling performance. The Tempest will take your
listeners by storm!
2375988 String Orch
or Full Orch . . . . . . . . ME 59.00
n Warrior LegacySoon Hee Newbold. Explore
the heroes and warriors of myth and legend
in an epic work for full orchestra. Additional
wind parts are included with the set, making
it suitable for combined strings and full band.
The cinematic-type score features various
solos throughout, finished with a riveting 12/8
section. Intense!
10366890 Full Orchestra with opt.
Concert Band . . . . . . . ME 95.00
Original Concert Works
Medium
Aboriginal RitualsElliot Del Borgo. Driving
rhythms abound in this original contest work.
Performable by string or full orchestra, the piece is
contemporary in nature and includes a mysterious
section that has the upper strings using natural
harmonics. Full of energy and vitality!
2440766 String Orch or Full Orch . . . 59.00
l EspritShirl Jae Atwell. At times hard-hitting and
rhythmic, at times flowing and fanciful, Esprit is an
exhilarating work for the young orchestra. Parts
for trumpet in C and B flat have been provided.
Percussion serves to drive the orchestra toward a
rousing conclusion.
10523546 Full Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . 80.00
The Great Locomotive ChaseRobert W.
Smith. On April 12, 1862, one of the most daring
exploits of the Civil War occurred: the theft of the
Confederate supply train called The General. What
followed became one of the most dramatic events
of the war. Robert W. Smith has captured that
excitement and set it to music that will thrill your
audience and inspire your players! The orchestra is
so expertly used that the listeners can easily imagine
the events as they hear train whistles, the clang
of bells and the frenzied chugging of overworked
engines down to the desperate last gasps! This will
be the highlight of any performance!
2466894 Full Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . 73.00
n HatikvahElliot Del Borgo. A "tour de force!"
Elliot Del Borgo takes a simple, but very meaningful
folk tune and turns it into an extended concert
masterwork! Hatikvah is the national anthem of Israel.
This dynamic arrangement brings out the heart and
soul of the tune while bringing it through so many
changes. From the dramatic opening to a "Hora"-
style dance passage, and even into a brief fugue,
Elliot Del Borgo has brought his considerable skills to
bear on this one! A challenging and rewarding work!
2466282 Full Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . 90.00
Into the StormRobert W. Smith. What an
appropriate title! This piece vividly presents all
the intensity, fury, and relentless pounding of the
wildest of storms! After a brief "eye at the center of
the storm," the excitement returns in full force. Your
audience will be blown away by this one!
2399376 Full Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . 65.00
l Murph's MarchRonald W. Follas. Written for
full symphony orchestra, this light and lively march
provides a nice "Sunday afternoon in the park" feel.
While cut-time meter is prevalent, there is a brief 6/8
section that makes this march different from most.
10470267 Full Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . 70.00
n A Pirate's LegendSoon Hee Newbold/arr.
Carl Rydlund. Experience the high seas with this
programmatic work for full orchestra complete
with mystery, adventure, sword battles and buried
treasure. A multitude of effects add to the drama
and intensity, including the unique sound of
glissando cello harmonics simulating the sound
of seagulls on a desert island. This arrangement
includes optional parts for your concert band
members as well (not playable by concert band
alone) to give you added performance flexibility and
possibly combine your two groups.
10454287 Full Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . 90.00
Poem for OrchestraJohn Tatgenhorst.
Originally written for and recorded by the London
Symphony Orchestra, this tender, expressive piece
will provide an opportunity for development of lush,
sensitive playing. Sure to touch the hearts of players
and audiences alike.
10050319 Full Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . 73.00
PrairiesongCarl Strommen. This is almost like
Copland, but without the difficulties. The sound of
America can be heard in this one. Feature your fine
soloists throughout this energetic work. Beautiful
melodic fragments shift from section to section
offering everyone a chance to shine, and generous
cross-cuing guarantees a successful performance.
Pure energy!
2478090 Full Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . 73.00
ResurgencesRobert Sheldon. A fantastic
original piece for full orchestra, players and
audiences will delight in this new work. Perfect for
any occasion, this is a celebratory piece expressing
the joy and exhilaration of a new beginning.
10310479 Full Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . 69.00
H
Rites of TamburoRobert W. Smith. Explosive,
powerful and dramatic, here's a work that your
orchestra can really sink their teeth into! Entrancing
instrumental colors burst into splashes of energy
from the brass and rhythm sections, biting
dissonances abound, and a constant surge of
excitement flows through the piece. There's even
a measure where the brass are invited to "pick-a-
note" as they crescendo into a resolving chord... a
really neat effect! If you want to light a fire under
your players (and your audience, too), then Rites Of
Tamburo is a top choice.
2440741 String Orch or Full Orch . . . 65.00
l Service DogsJ.C. Sherman. A refreshing and
spirited new march from a young composer, this
work honors the service of man's best friend. With
first-rate melodies, this work is a wonderful tool for
teaching both compound meter and march style.
10523576 Full Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . 80.00
l Space FantasyBrian Katona. Space Fantasy
is the first in a series of three orchestral pieces
inspired by the great mysteries and exploration
of the universe. This accessible composition is a
perfect crowd-pleaser for any orchestral concert.
10523281 Full Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . 50.00
EDITORS' CHOICE
Original Concert Works • All Levels
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!
Appalachian Morning—Robert Sheldon.
Acknowledge the Scottish and Irish pioneers of Appalachia with a musical walk through the
woods and mountains of the Cumberland Gap. is lovely composition allows for a moment
of reflection and lyrical expression on any concert program.
10522599 Full Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 65.00
Cumberland Cross—Carl Strommen.
Sure to delight, the central portion of this original piece brings the unrestrained exuberance
of bluegrass fiddling to the orchestra. In a lovely contrast, the piece opens and closes with a
slow chorale, bringing to mind sunset and sunrise over the mountains.
10522571 String Orch or Full Orch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 59.00
Unconquered—Bruce W. Tippette.
is original composition, geared toward teaching the sections of the orchestra, features
haunting melodies and clashes of bold chords intertwined with moments of tranquility
and wonder. Every section of the orchestra will feel equally important as it tackles this
challenging yet appealing piece.
10520877 Full Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .MA 73.00
