Instrumental

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,…

New Independent Publications for 2025–2026 J.W. Pepper is proud to highlight a curated collection of newly released solo and ensemble works available through My Score, our platform dedicated to independent…

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…

Orchestra and string directors—spring concerts and festival season come fast, and rehearsal time is always at a premium. Between the winter concert and the final performance of the year, you…

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…

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…

Today at J.W. Pepper, we’re excited to share a fresh lineup of orchestral pop selections that bring today’s most exciting sounds to the string orchestra. This list features fun and…

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…

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…

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…

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,…

Looking for the perfect music for your fall concert programs? Today at J.W. Pepper, we’re sharing fresh and inspiring selections for concert bands and wind ensembles. From accessible pieces for…

The concert’s over, the applause has faded, and the music stands are getting packed away. But for many music educators, the school year isn’t done just yet. You’ve got a…

Here are five fun and spooky Halloween options for your string orchestra. Students, especially younger ones, love Halloween—whether it’s dressing up or collecting candy, it’s a season full of memories….

Perfect for your holiday concert, we introduce seven string orchestra selections that are sure to delight your students and captivate your audiences – all while providing high-quality, engaging, and challenging…