Sheet Music Downloads from Kendor Music: Essential Charts for Band

The driving rhythm and bold E minor harmony of the opening section contrasts beautifully with the lyrical and sweeping B section. The main theme returns to lead to a dramatic ending. Great for showing...

Your students will have a great time with this rollicking new composition from Eric Davis. It is also a fantastic way to reinforce eighth-quarter-eighth syncopation. Your whole ensemble will be all st...

Riu, Riu, Chiu is one of the most well-known pieces from the Renaissance and has become a staple of holiday programming. The composition is in Dorian mode, so it could serve as a good introduction to...

Jeff Frizzi is well known for his music for developing string orchestras and this piece is destined to become a staple of the repertoire at this level. Bold e minor harmony and driving rhythms paired...

This beautiful selection provides an opportunity to feature multiple students on short 1 and 2 measure solos that are interwoven into the tapestry of the music. There is a lot of flexibility in how th...

There is a lot of rhythmic vitality in this interesting piece. Your students will love the aggressive patterns of the opening section which contrast perfectly with the B section.

Take your students on a journey to find out what awaits "Beyond the Horizon" as they grow their musicianship! A great concert opener for developing ensembles.

Let students show off their technical skills in this driving work! Rhythmic and intense with a smoother second section, this work is intended to be both engaging to play and practical for younger musi...

All the musicians in your ensemble will enjoy a good workout with this energetic and aggressive new work from Doug Spata. There is an effective (but optional) Harp part included. Your group will love...

Erica has crafted a courtly and stately piece worthy of a regal procession. Musically rich and rewarding, there is something for everyone in this new composition.

Filled with life and vitality this piece is contemporary and fresh. The bold, colorful harmony is blended perfectly with interweaving melodic lines. This would be a wonderful selection for an opening...

Dennis presents several contrasting "dance" sections. The opening is a bright and spirited 2/4 while the next section is smooth and flowing in 3/4. It is tied together nicely with a recap of the origi...

Unique sounds abound in this fascinating new composition from Kirt Mosier. Your Viola, Cello and Bass performers will love the rich and singing melodies of their parts that contrast beautifully with t...

The tempo marking that composer Steve Parsons uses with this piece is "Expressively, with drive" which may at first seem like a contradiction but once you hear the hauntingly beautiful theme surrounde...

Caryn has done a beautiful job of transforming this sensitive music from Edvard Grieg into a subtle and sophisticated work for string orchestra. The expressive lines are shared throughout the orchestr...

Step into the world of French nobility with this rich and energetic composition from Clifton Jones. The driving, syncopated theme that permeates this piece is coupled with a descending chromatic line...

Kendor is pleased to welcome composer and well known educator Sanchie Bobrow to our catalog. This lively composition will be a refreshing treat for your students as well as your audience.

Ariana seemlessly blends the beauty of the string orchestra with the captivating harmonies of a jazz ballad. With its lush and expressive melodies this piece will showcase the sophiticated and elegant...

As a follow-up to his successful "Absolutely Beethoven," arranger Tyler Arcari crafted a new piece using the music of Bach as the foundation. Tyler has a gift for seamlessly melding pieces together to...

Bring the magic of the circus to the stage for your String Orchestra's next performance! This fun, high-energy piece provides great opportunities to practice dynamic contrast for extra impact.

All hands on deck! A storm is brewing in the form of this driving, up-tempo work by Erica Donahoe.

This swashbuckling toe-tapper is part sea shanty, part maritime folk song with open string 5ths abound for the Violas and Cellos. Every voice gets something fun to play!

In the key of G minor throughout, this piece offers a chance for a reflective moment during your next concert. Inspired by memories of times gone by.

Take a musical stroll with your young string performers with with this new, very easy piece from David Hinds. An excellent choice for a first concert as well as being a great piece to use for teaching...

Your beginning string students will have a great time playing this "tasty" new piece from respected educator and composer George T. Frueh.