J.W. Pepper Music Catalog
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4Editors' Choice (Best of 2017 Publications) lNew for 2017 HPepper Basic Library Available via ePrint All Prices in U.S. Dollars & Subject To Publisher Revision 38 string orchestra Go to cart Original Concert Works medium n Baltic DanceKirt Mosier. Baltic Dance is the winner of the 1993 National School Orchestra Association Composition Contest. This energetic composition depicts the dance that citizens of the Baltic States have danced in celebration of their 1991 declaration of independence from the Soviet Union. 2343531 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . 48.00 4 Battle of Doro PassageKathryn Griesinger. Battle of Doro Passage musically describes a real naval conflict that took place October 16, 1827 on the Aegean Sea. The British brig Comet was attacked by pirates in Doro Passage off the islands of Greece, but was retaken by a nearby American convoy who had rushed in to help. The opening "calm winds" hint at approaching danger, as each ship is introduced with its own powerful musical theme that rises, falls, and overlaps in conflict on the high seas. This is a strong teaching piece for hooked bowings, dotted quarter rhythms, and dynamic contrasts in familiar first position. 10739222 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . 60.00 10739223 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 7.50 4 BlindsightedPeter Terry. Blindsight is the ability of certain blind people to respond to visual stimuli, or it can be used to describe the ability of people who lose their sight to still form images when they dream. This piece contrasts an intensely rhythmic ostinato with freer lyrical material creating rich textures that will both teach and inspire. 10739226 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . 60.00 10739227 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 7.50 Blue MountainAlexander Safford. Upbeat and spirited, this dynamic composition is a refreshing jolt of energy. Featuring buoyant melodies and driving rhythms, it bustles from start to finish. An underlying rhythmic motive accompanies a high- spirited melody along with double stops. 10592141 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . 60.00 10592142 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 6.00 4 Brave SpiritRandall Standridge. Inspired by the autobiography Chinese Cinderella, this spirited and unique string work incorporates a pentatonic scale to help paint a picture of a young Chinese woman who struggles to find acceptance in a patriarchal society. The work begins with a duet between violin and cello, symbolizing a conversation between the girl and her grandfather, before taking off into a joyful dance. The middle section reflects the inner peace that the author strived for before returning to the more lively melody. Brave Spirit is a unique work in the string literature with a powerful story to tell. 10752524 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . 58.00 10752525 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 8.00 l City Awakens, City SleepsDavid Bobrowitz. Having taught in the New York City area for most of his career, the composer's writing is indelibly marked by his experiences in that great city. The work opens with a quiet principal theme depicting a city that is in overnight slumber. Little by little the piece begins to pick up energy as the city becomes alive with activity. As the day begins to wind down, it returns to the initial theme as the city begins to fall back into a state of rest. 10752528 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . 50.00 10752529 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 8.00 n City of SteelDoug Spata. Brooding melodies that rise like mist over dark, churning chords give way to a warm, yearning section, returning for a rousing finish. The lush, romantic sound and the dramatic expressiveness thrill while technical development includes 16th notes, chromatics, and shifting. 10520811 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . 56.00 10520812 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 9.00 n Danse CarnivaleRandall Standridge/arr. J. Cameron Law. This "throwback"-style string work was inspired by the many great can-cans, galops, and quick-steps that populate the music repertoire. This work strongly exemplifies the interplay of drama and humor that pervades these pieces, along with a supercharged dose of excitement! 10609922 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . 50.00 10609923 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 8.00 4 Danza del SonadorThom Sharp. With solos for both violin and viola and added percussion, this exciting work will add zest and vigor to your program. It is excellent music for the string orchestra and certain to become one of your favorite works to perform. 10738725 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . 42.00 10738726 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 8.00 Darkened ShadowsJoshua Reznicow. The intense melodic theme throughout utilizes simple 16th note double-stop passages. The 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 10520063 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 6.00 l Deep WoodFrank J. Halferty. Blending blues and bluegrass elements, this dramatic work provides special exposure for cellos and basses while keeping the rest of the orchestra actively involved. All sections make unique contributions, and solo opportunities are give to violins, cello and bass. 10752495 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . 52.00 10752496 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 6.00 4 Dies Irae (from "Requiem")Karl Jenkins/ arr. Paul Lavender. This dramatic work (originally for chorus and orchestra) is bursting with rhythmic energy and adapts ideally for strings and percussion. Here's an opportunity for your string orchestra to perform contemporary symphonic music from one of today's most engaging composers. 10626151 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . 55.00 10626175 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 7.50 H DreamingBrian Balmages. Inspired by an image of Balmages' two boys sleeping peacefully at night, Dreaming will provide the backdrop for a scene of grace and beauty. The fluid lines and creative harmonization will make this selection rewarding to perform and one your audience will thoroughly enjoy. A terrific piece for showcasing your group. 10277910 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . 50.00 n DrifenShirl Atwell. This original work is incredibly rhythmic and driving, which is exactly what the title means! Winner of the 1997 T.O.D.A. Composition Contest, It's a forceful showpiece that will really impress your audience! 2389427 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . 48.00 5813829 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 7.00 Egyptian LegacySoon Hee Newbold. The sounds of Egypt come alive in this exotic work for strings! Intensity is magnified by dramatic use of col legno and pizzicato effects. This evocative work takes you away to the land of the great pyramids, the Sphinx, and the mysteries of the pharaohs. Egyptian Legacy is sure to be a stunning addition to any performance! 10008712 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . 55.00 El GauchoBob 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 10512563 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 5.00 4 The Emperor's New ClothesFrancis Caravella. Written in celebration of the 2014 World Cup Final, this epic duel is staged between the German national anthem (Haydn's Emperor's Hymn) and Argentina's most famous tango (Carlos Gardel's Por Una Cabeza). In the end, Germany reigns victorious and the piece closes with a triumphant rendering of their anthem. 10696554 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . 52.00 10696555 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 7.00 Fantasia EspanolaSoon Hee Newbold. Soon Hee Newbold explores the world of Spanish music with fiery results! Syncopated rhythms propel the passionate melodies which pass from one section to another, while pizzicato and col legno bowing create castanet accompaniments. There's even a strumming, guitar-like pizzicato effect in both first and second violins. A tango interlude leads to a furious finish. A show-stopper! 2480774 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . 50.00 A Festival RondoRichard Meyer. This piece combines elementary, middle school, and high school string orchestras, each playing age- appropriate material, making for the perfect closer to an "All-City," multi-level concert. During the course of this energetic rondo, each group is featured on their own melody. As the piece unfolds, the melodies are creatively combined keeping all the players on their toes and active at all times. Grade levels for the three groups are: elementary - Grade 1.5; middle school - Grade 2.5; high school - Grade 3.5. 10594915 Multi-Level Orchestra. . . . . . . 75.00 10594916 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . 10.00 Fire DanceSoon Hee Newbold. This tour de force by Soon Hee Newbold will challenge your orchestra as they conjure images of fire and daring dances! A 9/8 meter is broken into 2+2+2+3 creating an uneven "four" feel that is not too difficult and adds intensity to the dance. The infectious rhythms and melodies are passed throughout the orchestra as the work develops amidst a wide array of dynamics. A short, contrasting lyrical section makes the work even more compelling before returning to the opening thematic material and moving to a thrilling conclusion! 10027383 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . 50.00 n Fire in the ForgeTed Allen. Marked "Heavy Speed Metal," this piece is an intense cello and bass driven rocker that makes the "string metal" genre accessible to younger players. This exciting, edgy work adapts heavy metal guitar stylings to the bowed strings. 10460677 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . 50.00 10460678 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 8.00 l FireballMark Wood. Originally composed for the television broadcast of the Tour de France for CBS Sports. The footage that inspired Mark Wood featured dozens of competitors racing their bikes at top speed down a mountain road. The music reflects the stress and competition that forces the riders into extremely dangerous situations. 10738729 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . 70.00 10738730 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 8.00 FleetwingDoug Spata. This soaring concert overture features shimmering ostinatos, chromatic harmonies, bold accents, and bracing grace-note runs. Melodies pass fluidly between sections of the orchestra before the central development section breaks the motifs down and introduces a greater degree of part independence. The main themes then regroup and culminate in an exciting, satisfying finish. 10568187 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . 50.00 10568188 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 7.00 FlightSusan H. Day. Capture the thrill and excitement of flight with this dramatic work! Written in the keys of B minor and E minor, in 4/4 time, the music's essential features are rich chordal textures and the use of arpeggios and divisi. 10453652 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . 49.00 10453701 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 7.00 H GalopBrian Balmages. Strains of Shostakovich can he heard in this fun original from Brian Balmages. This is a wonderful teaching piece to introduce your players to the "galop" style noted for energetic forward motion and off-the-string marcato bowings, balanced with disciplined restraint. 10091962 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . 50.00 10091963 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 5.00 4 Gates of ValhallaJoshua Reznicow. This intense work conjures images of a Viking warrior preparing for battle and seeking glory through his conquests. The opening section features a flowing melodic theme painting a picture of our warrior longing for the days gone by, when love and peace were by his side. The music swiftly transitions the listener to an epic battle with aggressive and almost violent music that paints a picture of an adventurous battle that ultimately gives way to a doomed but honorable fate. Our warrior's only true wish is to enter the gates of Valhalla as a hero destined for immortal glory! 10752499 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . 52.00 10752500 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 6.00 l Happy Birthday Theme and Variations Mildred S. Hill & Patty J. Hill/arr. Bud Caputo. Happy Birthday Theme and Variations is a novelty arrangement that incorporates traditional melodic variation techniques along with familiar classical music themes to entertain your audience. Challenge your students and audience to identify these melodic fragments. 10739246 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . 60.00 10739247 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 7.50 n In the Company of AngelsWilliam Hofeldt. This gorgeous and gentle ballad is dedicated to a young violinist from Elmhurst, Illinois, as well as Ms. Dorothy Straub, whose lifelong career in music education has touched students and educators worldwide for decades. Includes an optional (and highly recommended) harp part. 10523463 String Orchestra opt. Harp . . . 52.00 10523464 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 7.00 4 In the Dreams of ZhouStephen Chin. The Emperor Zhou reigned in China around the ninth century BC during the period generally considered to be the genesis of the I Ching - a series of divination texts that can help interpret thoughts and dreams. In the Dreams of Zhou starts with an expanse of harmonics that shroud a truly plaintive melody. This leads into an energetic section that evokes many aspects of what one would imagine to be a vibrant life in ancient China. At one point all the main themes are combined to create a truly dreamlike state. The work concludes with thrilling cascades of repeated sixteenth notes. 10757030 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . 65.00 10757036 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . 10.00 BEST SELLERS String Orchestra Original Concert Works Medium Buy with confidence! These works, listed in order of their popularity, are chosen most often by directors. City of Steel—Doug Spata. 10520811 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . 56.00 She Will Hang the Night with Stars— William Hofeldt. 10616613 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . 52.00 October—Eric Whitacre/arr. Paul Lavender. 10042806 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . 65.00 Fire in the Forge—Ted Allen. 10460677 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . 50.00 O Magnum Mysterium— Morten Lauridsen/arr. Sandra Dackow. 10023619 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . 75.00 In the Company of Angels—William Hofeldt. 10523463 String Orchestra opt. Harp . . 52.00 Winter Solstice—Todd Parrish. 10092412 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . 49.00 10092412E String Orchestra ePrint . . . . . 48.00 Darkened Shadows—Joshua Reznicow. 10520054 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . 52.00 10520054E String Orchestra ePrint . . . . . 52.00 Warrior Legacy—Soon Hee Newbold. 10091998 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . 50.00 10091998E String Orchestra ePrint . . . . . 50.00 A Festival Rondo—Richard Meyer. 10594915 Multi-Level Orchestra. . . . . . 75.00 10594915E Multi-Level Orchestra ePrint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75.00