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 8 l The Advancing Bassist's Handbook (A Guide to Practicing and Playing the Bass)— Benjamin Whitcomb. The Advancing Bassist's Handbook is the most thorough guide to practicing the bass available. It covers everything that you would expect to find in such a book, plus many things that other books do not address, such as the psychology of practicing and how to practice without your instrument. It also includes a walk- through of a hypothetical practice session along with specific descriptions of how to practice several common works from the literature. If you sincerely want to improve as a bassist, or if you want to get the most out of your practice time but don't know how, then this is the book for you. 10351262 Paperback Book. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24.95 l The Advancing Cellist's Handbook (A Guide to Practicing and Playing the Cello)—Benjamin Whitcomb. The Advancing Cellist's Handbook is the most thorough guide to practicing the cello available. It covers everything that you would expect to find in such a book, plus many things that other books do not address, such as the psychology of practicing and how to practice without your instrument. It also includes a walk- through of a hypothetical practice session along with specific descriptions of how to practice several common works from the literature. If you sincerely want to improve as a cellist, or if you want to get the most out of your practice time but don't know how, then this is the book for you. 10305068 Paperback Book. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24.95 4 The Advancing Violinist's Handbook (A Guide to Practicing and Playing the Violin)—Benjamin Whitcomb. The Advancing Violinist's Handbook is the most thorough guide to practicing the violin available. It covers everything that you would expect to find in such a book, plus many things that other books do not address, such as the psychology of practicing and how to practice without your instrument. It also includes a walk- through of a hypothetical practice session along with specific descriptions of how to practice several common works from the literature. If you sincerely want to improve as a violinist, or if you want to get the most out of your practice time but don't know how, then this is the book for you. 10684495 Paperback Book. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24.95 l The Advancing Violist's Handbook (A Guide to Practicing and Playing the Viola)—Benjamin Whitcomb. The Advancing Violist's Handbook is the most thorough guide to practicing the viola available. It covers everything that you would expect to find in such a book, plus many things that other books do not address, such as the psychology of practicing and how to practice without your instrument. It also includes a walk- through of a hypothetical practice session along with specific descriptions of how to practice several common works from the literature. If you sincerely want to improve as a violist, or if you want to get the most out of your practice time but don't know how, then this is the book for you. 10684496 Paperback Book. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24.95 ASTA String Curriculum: 2011 Edition— Various Contributors. This comprehensive string program for levels K-12 is the first of its kind! A clear and concise sequence makes this curriculum easy to use and more than 200 specific learning tasks shows its comprehensive scope. Based on outstanding teaching traditions in the field, the volume is filled with practical information for string teachers from every level of experience. An invaluable resource of material from authors, teachers and researchers in the field of string performance and pedagogy. 10281281 Book . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49.99 l Bass Fingerings (Improve Your Left-Hand Game)—Benjamin Whitcomb. Bass Fingerings: Improve Your Left-Hand Game is a concise but thorough treatise and workbook on the many facets of devising fingerings for the bass. The book, primarily designed for intermediate bassists, systematically discusses all of the many factors and priorities that affect fingering decisions. Then, readers get to test their knowledge and understanding by trying their hand at numerous short quizzes, each of which is followed by Whitcomb's suggested fingerings. This is a one-of- a-kind book that is sure to significantly improve your ability to devise excellent fingerings quickly. 10684500 Paperback Book. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21.95 l Cello Fingerings (Improve Your Left-Hand Game)—Benjamin Whitcomb. Cello Fingerings: Improve Your Left-Hand Game is a concise but thorough treatise and workbook on the many facets of devising fingerings for the cello. The book, primarily designed for intermediate cellists, systematically discusses all of the many factors and priorities that affect fingering decisions. Then, readers get to test their knowledge and understanding by trying their hand at numerous short quizzes, each of which is followed by Whitcomb's suggested fingerings. This is a one-of- a-kind book that is sure to significantly improve your ability to devise excellent fingerings quickly. 10684499 Paperback Book. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21.95 Grading for Musical Excellence (Making Music an Essential Part of Your Grades)— Paul Kimpton & Ann Kimpton. Remarkable and practical, this workbook challenges music educators to examine their grading procedures for fairness and clarity and help motivate students to improve and achieve musically. Exercises and reflective questions encourage educators to work as a team to assess the current grading system and move to the next level by incorporating the latest research about grading and connecting to Common Core standards. An essential resource for educators! 10347514 Paperback Book. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25.95 4 Habits of a Successful Orchestra Director— Chris Selby. Rich with practical strategies for developing a successful orchestra program, this book will inspire young and veteran orchestra directors looking for fresh ideas about teaching orchestra students of all ages to: Perform with refined intonation, expressive musicianship, and a beautiful tone; Develop advanced performance technique, rhythmic precision, and ensemble skills; Sight-read better, rehearse more efficiently in class, and practice better at home. Become orchestra leaders and take greater pride and ownership in your ensembleAdditional sections address rehearsal strategies, classroom policies, long-range planning, assessment, tips for building an orchestra program, and suggestions for communicating with parents and principals to better support the orchestra. 10683551 Book . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29.95 Orchestral Bowings and Routines— Elizabeth A.H. Green. Another invaluable resource from Elizabeth Green that is indispensable for the orchestra teacher! Ms. Green discusses the essence of orchestral bowing, the fourteen basic bowing techniques, different styles and tricks of the trade. It includes a section for teachers that illuminates several phases of orchestral instruction. A must for the school and studio. 10305195 Book . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21.99 Practicing Successfully (A Masterclass in the Musical Art)—Elizabeth Green. This book tackles one of the necessary challenges to all musicians — the art of practicing. In this text, the author gives suggestions on how to keep practice sessions focused, interesting and productive. 10005662 Hardcover Book . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23.95 The String Teacher's Cookbook (Creative Recipes for a Successful Program)—Joanne May. This valuable collection of insightful strategies is like finding expert trade secrets all placed together in one easy, quick- to-read source! With outstanding records of performance, workshops, recordings, research, composition, leadership, and teaching, the 57 authors provide their favorite recipes that range from overviews of successful programs to specific topics that will inspire all levels and types of ensembles and performers. 10044231 Paperback Book. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24.95 Teaching Music Through Performance in Orchestra, Vol. 1—Michael Allen/ Louis Bergonzi. Some of the brightest minds in string education have joined together to produce this essential resource including: Dorothy Straub, Jacquelyn Dillon, Robert Gillespie, and James Kjelland. It covers many topics facing today's orchestra director including music selection, teaching to the national standards, preparing for festivals, and the overall development of the orchestra program. Next comes a resource guide that gives a detailed analysis of 100 string and full orchestra works, complete with information on technical and stylistic consideration, historical background and more! The 4-CD set contains almost all of the Grade 1 through 3 repertoire from the book. 5965231 Hardcover Book . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42.95 Teaching Music Through Performance in Orchestra, Vol. 2—ed. David Littrell. Written, researched, and compiled by scholars with a wealth of teaching experience, this book is literally packed with indispensable information for music educators! Part I of the book contains essays penned by six renowned orchestra teachers: Michael Allen, Louis Bergonzi, Jacquelyn Dillon, Robert Gillespie, James Kjelland, and Dorothy Straub. From pedagogy, assessment, and musicianship to motivation, repertoire-based warm- ups and playing in tune, these experts' words of wisdom are sure to both help and inspire teachers in the classroom. Part II contains a nuts-and-bolts analysis of 100 of the most significant works for string and full orchestra, grades one through six. Researched and compiled by musicians and teachers across the country, this section gives essential information on each musical selection, including composer and composition information, historical background, technical requirements, stylistic considerations, musical elements (form and structure), suggestions for additional listening, and a guide to selected references. 2477006 Hardcover Book . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45.95 Teaching Music Through Performance in Orchestra, Vol. 3—ed. David Littrell. Volume 3 delivers invaluable advice from top-tier educators as well as analyses of 80 of the most significant orchestra and string orchestra works in print. Part I features essays by six renowned orchestra educators: Playing Beyond the Score: Thoughts on Teaching Expressive Musicianship (Jacquelyn Dillon); World Music in Orchestral and String Education: Understanding Reggae-Sprinked 'Twinkle' (Louis Bergonzi); End-of-Year Massed Concerts (Michael Allen); Checkpoints for Self- Evaluation: Creating a Self-Help Program to Become the Best String Teacher You Can Be (Robert Gillespie); Solving the Mysteries of the String Bass (Dorothy A. Straub); Taming the Rushin' Sailors Dance: Using Bowing Principles to Your Musical Advantage (James Kjelland). Also contains analyses of 80 of the most significant works for string and full orchestra in print, grades 1 through 5. The 3-CD set contains performances of 33 string orchestra works from grades 1 to 3. 10043379 Hardcover Book . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43.95 ORCHESTRA BOOKS Go to cart