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55 Order Toll Free! Call 1.800.345.6296 / w: jwpepper.com / e: satisfaction@jwpepper.com string orchestra Go to cart Folk & Multicultural easy l Bonnie George CampbellDavid Bobrowitz. In this well-known Scottish ballad, a rider rides his horse away from home one sunny day. Later, his horse returns, but he does not. The melody of this ballad depicts his bride's emotional reaction to the loss of her husband, George Campbell. The composer's setting beautifully captures the deep emotions of the tragic song, culminating in a stunning moment with a glockenspiel playing the simple melody over a background of string tremolo. Use this beautiful string orchestra work to demonstrate the magical power music has to evoke feeling. 10752522 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . 40.00 H Celtic SuiteTraditional/arr. Kathy L. Fishburn. Two beautiful folk melodies in the graceful style of Celtic music. Including Bonnie Doon and The Minstrel Boy, contrasts between the movements make this an interesting concert and festival selection. And, the low strings get several chances at carrying the melody. Includes optional harp/piano part. Newly engraved for this 20th anniversary commemorative edition. 2353712 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . 45.00 n Danza LatinaBrian Balmages. The ultimate in performance flexibility: you can feature a violinist or violist at the advanced level, or the easy level! Written for a professional Venezuelan-born violist, this work draws inspiration from the passionate dance rhythms of Latin America. Ideal for young orchestras who are interested in featuring a soloist, the piece comes with an advanced viola solo as well as an easier version that can be performed by a violist in your group. The same options are given for violin! Easy percussion parts really add flare, making this the showstopper of your next program. It's a great way to add some sizzle to your next concert! Highly recommended! 10047927 String Orchestra Violin or Viola . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60.00 4 Ewe, Thina (We Walk His Way)Traditional/arr. Deborah Baker Monday. Pronounced "Away Tina," a little bit of syncopation goes a long way in this fun arrangement of the South African folk tune for Grade 2 strings. Students will play pizzicato, clap and tap, lead and follow, and bow the fun rhythm patterns. Cellos will also love strumming some simple chords. The relaxed tempo is the perfect opportunity to learn the art of subdividing. The notes are very accessible in the keys of G major and D major. 10752114 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . 48.00 4 Fandango FestivalVictor Lopez. Make your young strings sound like experienced musicians with this high intensity Spanish-flavored composition. Featuring percussion and a variety of dynamics and articulations, it is exciting and fun to play. With much intensity and bravura, this traditional Spanish dance is a great choice for either festivals or concerts. 10739935 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . 46.00 H Fantasy on a Japanese Folk SongBrian Balmages. The haunting Sakura melody moves through stunning and beautiful transformations in this musical fantasy before finally coming to rest. Tonal centers switch between minor and major as traditional melodies intertwine with thoughtful countermelodies and contemporary harmonies. Simply gorgeous! 10366818 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . 45.00 l Finnish Folk Song SuiteTraditional/arr. Francis Caravella. The three songs of the Finnish Folk Song Suite were chosen for their common connection to nature. Everyone gets a chance at the melody in this collection of minor key folk songs that are reminiscent of Bartok's Romanian Folk Dances, but much easier to play! 10696532 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . 47.00 French DanceTraditional/arr. Deborah Baker Monday. One of several popular dances from the time of the French Renaissance, this setting has a driving pulse with attractive modal harmonies in the friendly key of E natural minor. All instruments have melodic lines, and this arrangement provides a great opportunity for teaching double up-bows and two-note slurs followed by two separate notes. 10594759 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . 46.00 l Golden SlumbersTraditional/arr. Carl Strommen. Golden Slumbers is based on the poem Cradle Song from the Thomas Decker 1603 comedy "Patient Grissel." The poem was set to music by Peter Warlock in 1918 as a lullaby. There are interesting changes in color and texture with good use of solo instruments to contrast the full ensemble statements. A perfect vehicle to teach phrasing and musicianship. 10739242 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . 50.00 It Is Well with My SoulPhilip Bliss / Carrie Lane Gruselle. From the gentle beginning to the triumphant and powerful climax, this enduring arrangement allows students to study expression to the fullest. A beautiful way to move your audience and deliver the universal message that we can find peace within the most tumultuous circumstances. 10512572 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . 45.00 EDITORS' CHOICE Folk & Multicultural • 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! El Relicario: Paso Doble—Traditional/arr. Robert Longfield. One of the most famous and best-loved paso dobles ever written in a setting for string orchestra! Fiery rhythms and sweeping Spanish melodies make this an outstanding change of pace for concert or festival performance. 10756566 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 40.00 Ewe, Thina (We Walk His Way)— Traditional/arr. Deborah Baker Monday. Pronounced "Away Tina," a little bit of syncopation goes a long way in this fun arrangement of the South African folk tune for Grade 2 strings. Students will play pizzicato, clap and tap, lead and follow, and bow the fun rhythm patterns. Cellos will also love strumming some simple chords. The relaxed tempo is the perfect opportunity to learn the art of subdividing. The notes are very accessible in the keys of G major and D major. 10752114 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 48.00 Fandango Festival—Victor Lopez. Make your young strings sound like experienced musicians with this high intensity Spanish-flavored composition. Featuring percussion and a variety of dynamics and articulations, it is exciting and fun to play. With much intensity and bravura, this traditional Spanish dance is a great choice for either festivals or concerts. 10739935 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 46.00 Gaelic Trilogy—Traditional/arr. Jim Palmer. Gaelic Trilogy provides the string orchestra with an opportunity to perform three Irish fiddle tunes: Fair-Haired Mary; Neil Gow's Lament and Stray Away Child. All sections, including the basses, get a chance to play beautiful melodies as well as interesting accompaniments. With three distinct styles and tempos, this exciting piece is a great introduction to Irish fiddling. 10738934 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 49.00 Hemispheres—Richard Meyer. This multicultural piece explores world music using a unique and exciting format. Two side-by-side orchestras share one conductor, with one group performing traditional American songs and the other playing folk songs from the Middle East. Whether you split your orchestra in two or combine with another orchestra, Hemispheres is sure to educate your students and your audience. Also playable by one orchestra in a traditional setup. 10738926 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MA 62.00 Lonesome Valley—Jason Krug. From a plaintive and prayerful solo violin opening, this arrangement of a well-known spiritual builds in power and emotion with each successive verse. The melody passes between voices, and frequent and varied countermelodies are employed throughout, providing orchestras the chance to work on balance of parts. One key change from G to D should pose little difficulty, but this rich and nuanced selection will challenge your ensemble's musicality. 10752542 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 40.00 Los Peces en el Rio—Traditional/arr. Janelle Zook Cunalata. This enchanting minor-tonality piece for string orchestra is about fish in a river that swim by Mary, Joseph and the newborn child, Jesus. The fish swim back and forth in the river hoping for a glimpse of the baby. The slurred eighth notes depict the fish swimming relentlessly, the staccato notes symbolize rain droplets as fish would hear them underwater, and the Latin American carol Los Peces en el Rio is heard over the swimming and droplets. 10752544 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 40.00 Northumbrian Suite—Ian David Coleman. Folk songs have a long and mysterious history. Their origins are unknown; they have come down to us mainly through an oral tradition passed from generation to generation. Many of the folk songs we have come to know and love are rooted in the ancient region of northern England and southern Scotland known as Northumbria. The three folk songs in this suite reflect this vibrant, wild and deeply historic region. Includes When the Boat Comes In; Dives and Lazarus and The Keel Row. 10696540 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 60.00 10696540E String Orchestra ePrint. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 60.00 Old Dan Tucker—Traditional/arr. Renata Bratt. Old Dan Tucker is a great finale or encore for your intermediate string orchestra. Every instrument has the melody in first position in this arrangement that teaches syncopation and cut time! All sections have optional singing parts as well. As the conductor, you can decide whether they get to sing it or play it. 10738940 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 49.00 The Pinery Boy—Traditional/arr. Carrie Lane Gruselle. Allowing students to explore a full range of expression, this arrangement further develops musicality as individuals and as an ensemble. The beautiful yet plaintive melody weaves seamlessly through several variations and simple meter changes. From the softest and most touching moments to the powerful and soaring lines, this will be a dramatic moment in your concert. 10752904 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 55.00 10752904E String Orchestra ePrint. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 55.00 Simple Gifts—Traditional/arr. Michael Hopkins. This exciting, energetic Grade 3 arrangement of the traditional Shaker hymn is sure to be a hit. Blending traditional fiddling techniques with contemporary harmonies, this work gives your students the opportunity to experience the familiar and popular melody used in the song Lord of the Dance. 10752119 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 52.00 When Johnny Comes Marching Home— Traditional/arr. Sandra Dackow. When Johnny Comes Marching Home was popular with both the Confederate and Union Armies during the American Civil War. Students will love to play this exciting arrangement that remains in first position with strong eighth-note passages and great parts for all. Appearing in the 1800s, it is embraced as traditional folk music by both Ireland and the United States. 10739961 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 49.00 Same Day Shipping Over 150,000 items in stock, so you have your music when you need it. Explore the best new music, all in one place. jwpepper.com/editorschoice