Author: Kate Shealy

Shake things up this year with new repertoire for solo and ensemble musicians. These latest collections offer flexible instrumentation and solo repertoire for woodwind, percussion, brass, and string players of…

In celebration of Women’s History Month, we’re honoring women composers both past and present. We asked five accomplished women composers about other women in music who have influenced their careers…

It’s contest and festival season! Whether you’re taking your ensemble to an adjudicated festival for the first time or have done so for years, our insider advice is sure to…

Whether a new or veteran choral director, one of the most important jobs you will face is choosing repertoire for your ensembles. With so many options available, and without knowing…

Editors’ Choice, one of our flagship services, represents the very best new music for every ensemble. The J.W. Pepper staff reviews hundreds of selections from a broad range of publishers,…

First-Time Editors’ Choice Honorees: Choral Composers  Each year, we’re proud to bring you the very best new music for every ensemble. Our team listens to hundreds of selections from a…

Whether for ensembles, general music classes, or elective courses, effective substitute plans for the music classroom are key to a successful school year. Illness or unexpected absences are inevitable for…