4 Editors' Choice l New Publication H Pepper Basic Library eAvailable via ePrint All Prices in U.S. Dollars & Subject To Publisher Revision
8
CONCERT
BAND
Go to cart
Concert & Contest
Falcon Fanfare—Brian Balmages. This short
and spirited fanfare will start your concert off in
a bright and joyful way. Moving tonalities and
exciting cluster chords heard throughout the
piece are very achievable for bands at this level.
The music is electrifying and imaginative without
being taxing on young players. Exhilarating!
10312655 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . 50.00
10312656 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 5.00
4e The Forgotten Village—Michael Oare. This
overture for second-year players tells the musical
story of Portsmouth Village, once a bustling sea
village on North Carolina's Outer Banks, but now
a ghost town with past glories only a memory.
In this descriptive work, the slow and reflective
opening paints the picture of empty buildings and
lost glory. A vibrant faster section relives the hope
and promise of the past with driving rhythms and
melodic lines passed from section to section.
10625770 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
10625771 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . 5.00
4 From the Concord Chronicles—Tyler S.
Grant. Travel back in time to 1775 and the Battles
of Lexington and Concord, the tipping point for
the American Revolutionary War. These fiery
engagements are depicted with a slow, ominous
introduction as soldiers gather to await the arrival
of British forces. As the battle ensues, the music
frantically portrays the struggle between the two
sides, and the percussion emulates the sound
of cannon bursts and rifles. An aggressive and
historical tribute of significant merit!
10607760 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . 50.00
10607761 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . 7.00
4e Helios Rising—Todd Stalter. In Greek
mythology, Helios is a Titan who drove the sun's
chariot across the sky each day. The start of that
incredible journey is referenced musically by the
ascending leap in the heroic main theme and the
intense rhythms of the low winds and percussion.
The contrasting light and dark textures in the slow
section depict twilight inevitably giving way to the
darkness of night.
10604480 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . 52.00
10604481 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . 7.00
4e Irish Rising—Michael Sweeney. The monu-
mental events that helped shape Ireland's history
and fan the flames of freedom are recalled in
this sparkling medley of tunes from Ireland's
rebellious past. The familiar Minstrel Boy leads to
a lively setting of Wind That Shakes the Barley.
The haunting yet dramatic Foggy Dew follows,
leading to the stirring march The Boys of Wexford
which features tin whistles (optional flutes or
piccolo) along with a driving and Celtic-flavored
rhythmic pulse.
10625762 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . 55.00
10625763 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 7.50
Joy—Frank Ticheli. The feeling of simple,
unabashed joy is expressed throughout this entire
work. There is the frequent presence of sudden
and dramatic stylistic contrasts, as well as several
climactic moments. A final reminder of the main
tune is shouted out in octaves, bringing the piece
to an exuberant finish.
10001767 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . 95.00
10001768 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . 16.50
4 Legacy Fanfare—Jack Wilds. This bold, exciting
opener is held together by a recurring figure made
up of just three notes. The music moves through
a variety of fast-paced melodic material before
coming to an energetic close. Modern harmonies
lend the piece a fresh sound, and an unrelenting
energy pervades throughout. A powerful opener
for your next concert!
10607770 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . 55.00
10607771 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 7.00
4e The Legend of Tizona (The Sword of El
Cid)—Rick Kirby. History is filled with legends
of magical swords used by noble warriors and
heroes. El Cid, the national hero of Spain, had
his sword Tizona by his side during the Siege of
Valencia. Striking dissonances, layers of sound,
clapping effects and a dynamic percussion score
are used to take the listener back in time to the
scene of this exciting musical adventure.
10625764 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . 55.00
10625765 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . 7.50
4 Lullaby to the Moon—Brian Balmages. Many
fictional works portray the moon as a living being,
alone in space looking at the earth. This lullaby
honors this "living moon," portraying various
emotions including the loneliness of seeing us
from space. It also includes moments of comfort
as the moon proudly watches over us, much as a
parent watches over a child. Simply stunning!
10607774 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . 50.00
10607775 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . 5.00
4 Meadowland Sunrise—Thom Sharp. The search
for beautiful but playable by young performers just
got easier! This splendid work places a premium
on tone production and phrasing. It will fit any
program and will be stunning when performed by
more experienced ensembles.
10617715 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . 45.00
10617716 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 10.00
Minka's Sleigh Ride—arr. Pierre La Plante. Don
your hat and scarf for this wintry medley. Two
Ukrainian folk tunes, Minka and The Birch Tree,
are combined with sleigh bells, tambourines and
wood blocks to create the setting of a snowy
Russian sleigh ride. Adds a fun touch to any
winter concert.
10033414 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . 60.00
10033416 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 5.00
4e Night of the Dark Horse—Michael Oare. The
term "dark horse" originated in horse racing
describing an unknown entry, but also carries the
connotation of an unknown underdog in politics or
sports. Composed in a lively 6/8 time and using a
single brisk tempo throughout, it take the listener
on an energetic musical journey dedicated to the
efforts of unlikely winners everywhere.
10625758 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . 55.00
10625759 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . 7.50
4e Pentagram—Michael Story. A pentagram is a
five-sided star believed to be a symbol containing
supernatural or spiritual properties. This piece
isn't supernatural, but it is super-effective as
a tremendous musical work that introduces or
reinforces 5/4 time. Cast in a bold overture style,
students are able to easily grasp the time signature
with the memorable melodies. The variety of
styles and textures of this dynamic composition
builds to a bold punctuated conclusion.
10601504 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . 62.00
10601505 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 10.00
4e Primal—Sean O'Loughlin. You couldn't find
a better title to describe this musical offering.
Primitive, guttural and aggressive, this forceful
piece will demand attention from the start. Pointed
dissonances add spice to the fanfare opening
before the piece takes off, driven by angular
rhythms and at times more biting harmonies. A
short lyrical section provides a much-needed
break before charging like a runaway horse to the
climactic conclusion.
10616307 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . 58.00
10616308 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . 8.00
Rippling Watercolors—Brian Balmages. While
many often underestimate the extensive colors,
harmonies, and emotional ranges available to
younger ensembles, this stunning lyrical work
sets out to explore those very qualities. While
playable by middle school bands, this fully
expressive work is equally at home with mature
ensembles. A gorgeous and colorful work!
10521011 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . 50.00
10521012 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 5.00
4e The Running of the Bulls—Michael Story. This
wild and historic tradition comes to life in this vivid
and lively musical depiction. The excitement and
danger of the annual celebration in Pamplona,
Spain is re-created to full effect in this exciting and
colorful array of sounds. Cast in two segments:
the opening is a peaceful, reflective setting of the
early morning, followed by the daring sounds of
the event itself.
10601514 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . 57.00
10601515 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 10.00
e Russian Christmas Music—Alfred Reed/arr.
Story. A masterwork for concert bands since
1944, this scoring for young bands captures all
the intrigue of the original.Although abridged,
familiar material from all four distinct sections
is included and featured.A dynamic addition to
young band literature!
10094737 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . 62.00
10094738 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 10.00
le Salvation Is Created (Flex Band)—arr. Michael
Brown. This memorable choral anthem has
been skillfully and faithfully adapted for young
bands and is a magnificent addition to concert or
festival programs. The careful scoring also allows
for groups with incomplete or nontraditional
instrumentation to perform this monumental piece
with great success and lasting musical impact.
10561627 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . 55.00
10561628 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . 5.00
e Pepper Guarantee
"satisfaction guaranteed or money refunded" —James Welsh Pepper