Band

Back to school approaches, and a question for many parents is: What instrument should my child play in beginning band or orchestra? Learning an instrument and playing in an ensemble…

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,…

Get ready for the 2026 marching band season with brand‑new pop music arrangements designed to energize performers and connect instantly with audiences. At J.W. Pepper, we’re highlighting fresh pop charts…

Concert band directors: need quick-to-learn music that still sounds mature, musical, and educational? This video is for you. J.W. Pepper’s editors spotlight reliable quick-learn titles, mostly Grade 1–2 and two…

What does it take to write performable, publishable concert band music in today’s market? In this J.W. Pepper & My Score interview, we sit down with Dr. Robert Sheldon—one of…

April is Jazz Appreciation Month, and at J.W. Pepper, we’re celebrating with some truly outstanding jazz band repertoire. Jazz is what made so many musicians first fall in love with…

In this Part 2 interview celebrating America’s 250th anniversary, we continue our conversation with Bryan Kidd, retired Chief Composer and Arranger for the United States Navy Band, Washington, D.C., with…

New Independent Publications for 2025–2026 J.W. Pepper is excited to highlight a handpicked collection of newly published concert band works available on My Score, our platform for independent publishers. These…

Women’s History Month is the perfect time to spotlight the powerful, creative contributions of women composers. In this video, we share new Editors’ selections for school choirs, community choirs, church…

Love K‑pop? Love Broadway? Love retro ’80s hits? There’s no doubt about it—some of the biggest movies and TV shows right now owe a huge part of their success to…

The NBA Wind Band Symposium at West Chester University’s Wells School of Music was a standout success, bringing together talented high school ensembles, collegiate leaders, and industry professionals for a…

New Independent Publications for 2025–2026 Looking to bring new energy to your jazz ensemble? My Score, J.W. Pepper’s home for independently published composers, offers a vibrant collection of original works…

As music educators, our work extends beyond teaching notes and rhythms. At a time when classrooms are more diverse than ever, the music we choose for our ensembles has the…

Today at J.W. Pepper, we’re excited to share some brand-new Pop selections that are perfect for engaging students while still delivering strong educational value. Pop arrangements are a powerful way…

2026 is going to be a HUGE year for patriotic performances, and now is the perfect time to start planning your concert band repertoire! With the 250th anniversary of the…

Get ready to elevate your concert band this season! Today we’re showcasing brand-new concert and contest selections chosen by our editors—perfect for developing musicianship, challenging your ensemble, and getting your…

Recently, J.W. Pepper welcomed internationally acclaimed composer and conductor Brian Balmages for a special visit and interview—an opportunity to spend time with one of today’s most influential voices in band…

New Independent Publications for 2025–2026 J.W. Pepper is proud to spotlight a curated selection of newly published concert band works available through My Score, Pepper’s platform for independent publishers. These…

Looking for fresh, festive, and unforgettable music for your 2025 concert band season? We’ve got you covered! We’re highlighting 10 MUST-HAVE Concert Band Pieces from our 2025 Editors’ Choice Selections…

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…

For years, music directors and performers have relied on Editors’ Choice – our annual list of the best-of-the-best new selections for the season – to narrow down their search for…