Kendor Music

Series Mallet Solo. Grade 2 Features Mallet Solo (Unaccompanied)

Combining easy arpeggios, scale fragments and a few simple double-stops, this melodic original for xylophone or marimba has been a contest favorite for 30 years.

This popular Latin original with piano accompaniment showcases a developing player's command of two-mallet technique. Smooth melodic phrases contrast beautifully with articulated rhythmic figures thro...

Series Mallet Solo. Grade 2 Features Mallet Solo (Unaccompanied). This mallet solo is set in the mixolydian and dorian modes. Simple ostinato patterns are used in both the left and right hands, which...

10 grade 1-3 originals are presented in this collection for standard mallet instruments. Jared Spears is an expert at composing fresh, colorful and exciting pieces that students love to play. These un...

Immerse yourself in the fascinating world of mallet percussion! With "Simple Solos For Mallets" from renowned publisher Kendor Music, taking your first steps on the marimba, xylophone, vibraphone, or...

These student-level settings of 7 holiday favorites feature an abundance of tutti writing to build confidence and to keep the rehearsal time that's needed to prepare them reasonable and practical for...

A perfect choice for introducing students to the clarinet choir experience, this familiar favorite has been meticulously edited to help ensure a successful and satisfying performance.

Junkyard ensembles are popular today because they are engaging, relevant, and employ styles that are familiar and motivating to students. This book includes 6 easy junkyard ensembles that are perfect...

Series Mallet Solo. Grade 5 Features Mallet Solo (Unaccompanied). This delightful four-mallet marimba solo features a playful style and is ideal for high school or college recitals and competitions. T...

In this arrangement of Rossini's popular overture, divisi scoring in the top four parts (3 Bb and Eb alto) means that best performance results will only be achieved when two players per part are used....

Series Timpani Solo. Grade 4 Features Timpani Solo (Unaccompanied). This piece for timpani is a heroic statement that is ideal for recitals, contests, or juries. Excitement is created through dynamic...

Here's a dynamic rock original featuring basic rock figures and a catchy melody. Easy changes with written solos round out this entertaining package for developing jazz ensembles. Rhythm section parts...

Over the years George Shutack has penned many beautiful ballads and this one is no exception. Showcasing a trumpet or flugelhorn soloist, lush voicings create a perfect setting for the lyrical melody....

Written in the style of Slide Hampton's Slide's Derangement (recorded by Maynard Ferguson on Message From Newport), this medium-uptempo blues captures the spirit of Slide's chart in a fresh, accessibl...

This swingin' blues excursion for advancing groups grabs the reins of tradition while sounding new and fresh. The ensemble is given every opportunity to showcase its strengths, and soloists are in com...

Here's a fantastic swing chart that can feature any soloist. Utilizing the call and response technique, the soloist makes a statement and the ensemble answers. Later they switch roles, making this gre...

One of the most beloved hymns of all times, this early American folk melody has been expertly arranged by John Caponegro. The simple but challenging arrangement will appeal to young musicians, with ev...

This Vocalist With Big Band edition was commissioned by jazz singer Kevin Mahogany, who originally penned the tune. If used, optional doubles in the saxes and trumpets (flutes, clarinets, flugelhorns)...

Written at the medium-easy level, this latest installment in the well-know "Chili Pepper" series promises to be the most popular ever. A driving Latin groove, sax soli, plenty of full ensemble writing...

Mike Tomaro's Latin charts are well known for being challenging and exciting to play, and this sizzling samba is no exception. Playing at the indicated tempo (half note = 116 in cut time) is important...

Written in the style of the great Count Basie, this chart is full of wonderful teaching opportunities for developing groups. Simple, yet effective ensemble writing, blues-based changes, and a swinging...