Intermediate Sheet Music from Kendor Music

Commissioned as part of a project to recognize the late Bill Carroll and his contributions to music education, this burning Latin original will be a favorite of musicians and audiences alike. With a s...

Originally written in 1920 by Tom Delaney, and recorded over the years by Bix Beiderbecke, the Original Dixieland Jazz Band and many others, this swing/Latin setting commissioned by IMEA for the 2015...

Written in tribute to the music of the great Thad Jones, this medium advanced chart features a driving swing groove, lots of strong ensemble writing, a sax soli and plenty of solo space. Standard inst...

This exciting samba features a lyrical melody, abundant ensemble work and plenty of room for your soloists to stretch out. Perfect for medium advanced groups, it features alto saxophone and trumpet so...

Looking for that perfect closer for your next program? This exciting medium advanced original alternates between Latin and swing styles, features a trio on the front line and has loads of wonderful en...

Mike Tomaro's Latin chart 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...

Here is a bright Salsa from the pen of noted jazz composer Mike Tomaro. The are woodwind doubles in the Alto Sax 1 and Tenor Sax 1 parts.

Here is a bright Salsa from the pen of noted jazz composer Mike Tomaro. The are woodwind doubles in the Alto Sax 1 and Tenor Sax 1 parts.

This medium level Salsa chart is an electrifying addition to Doug's catalog. Commissioned by Robert Blazek's Youth Jazz Ensemble of DuPage, Illinois, the fiery rhythm section groove provides the found...

This medium level Salsa chart is an electrifying addition to Doug's catalog. Commissioned by Robert Blazek's Youth Jazz Ensemble of DuPage, Illinois, the fiery rhythm section groove provides the found...

As recorded by the Bob Mintzer Big Band on their album of the same name, this bright samba for better bands assigns the main solos to tenor and bari sax, with the option of adding trumpet to the solo...

Recorded in 1997 on The Danish Radio Big Band Plays Thad Jones album in tribute to the years he worked with that group, this breezy bossa nova with colorful woodwinds isn't as difficult to perform as...

This fun-loving Latin original includes solos for tenor and trumpetthe drummer also has plenty of solos and fills. Auxiliary percussion instruments (shaker, triangle, etc.) can be added for more authe...

This challenging medium advanced Latin original hails from Mike Tomaro's extended work, Nightowl Suite, a musical account of a night in the life of the quintessential jazz fanatic. This movement finds...

This challenging medium advanced Latin original hails from Mike Tomaro's extended work, Nightowl Suite, a musical account of a night in the life of the quintessential jazz fanatic. This movement finds...

Commissioned by the New Trier (IL) High School Jazz Ensemble directed by James Warrick, this colorful chart starts off with a slow, dreamy intro, transitions to an upbeat straight-8ths statement of th...

Recorded in 1998 by the Monday Night Big Band on their Thanks To Thad album, this is Part 1 of Thad's larger Return Journey Suite. Solo requirements are limited to an optional repeat that may (or may...

Written during Thad's later years in Denmark after he and Mel Lewis parted ways, this bright, double-time tune designates piano as the main soloist, but includes an optional repeat of the solo chorus...

This opus for body percussion ensemble presents an array of infectious Latin dance rhythms for a quartet of finger snapping, hand clapping, foot tapping, body patting performers. Solo segments in some...

Recorded on the first Count Basie album in 1968, Basie Straight Ahead, this version has been given a whole new treatment and features alto sax, trombone and an optional Baritone Saxophone solo. The ha...

This swing original features great scoring and a solid melody. The minor harmonies provide an easy entry into the world of improvisation for medium easy groups. Written with reduced instrumentation (1...

Here is the perfect vehicle for students to learn the essentials of swing rhythms and phrasing. The blues harmonies create a foundation that players will feel comfortable with in both ensemble section...

Commissioned by the South Dakota Music Education Association for the First Annual SD Middle School All-State Jazz Band, this straight ahead minor blues provides medium easy groups with a multitude of...

This swing chart is the perfect vehicle to give your group the change to move past the blues. The strong melody couples perfectly with the solid ensemble writing to create an abundance of teaching opp...

The plunger has been an important effect in jazz since Duke Ellington's band made it a staple in their repertoire. This swing chart gives developing groups a great chance to learn about this unique te...