Sheet Music Downloads from Kendor Music: Essential Charts for Band

We welcome Nicholas Contorno to the Kendor family of writers with the release of this grade 3 saxophone quartet. In the first two chorales, Gott Lebet Noch (BWV 320) and Jesu, Joy Of Man's Desiring (B...

his classic, lively piece by Johann Strauss II will have the audience tapping their feet. Written for grade 3 AATB saxophone quartets, it is the perfect encore selection!

This iconic theme from Gioacchino Rossini's final opera of the same name is one of the world's best known melodies. The notoriously brisk tempo (half note = 132) demands that every player does their p...

This set of challenging solos is based upon the orchestral style of snare drum performance. While abundant accents and dynamic changes are provided in every selection, sticking indications have been l...

This collection is unique in that depending on the tempo selected, the solo can be a grade 1, grade 2 or grade 3. Therefore, the three solos equate to nine solos depending on the chosen tempo. These w...

This grade 4+ contest-worthy solo utilizes the two basic sounds produced by playing on the snare drum head and rim. It really can be considered a mini multiple percussion solo since it features some v...

Arranged by tubist Michael Salzman, all eight pieces in this collection have been carefully edited by pianist Carl Strommento ensure a great musical experience for grade 4 players. Destined to become...

This exciting new collection contains 8 grade 3-4 pieces for instrumental solo with piano accompaniment. Free MP3 downloads of the piano accompaniment are available at kendormusic.com. Many of the tit...

This grade 6 original was written to showcase a player's virtuosity and agility on an instrument that's too seldom given the artistic credit it deserves. The 3-part work features a heroic main theme,...

Not many works for strings translate well to brass, but this baroque Violin Sonata by Arcangelo Corelli is the exception. This arrangement of all 5 movements gives the brass player ample time to displ...

Featuring predominantly uptempo gems by Mozart, Telemann, Haydn, Schubert, Purcell and Baton, these short selections may be played singly or in combination with others in the collection to suit virtua...

You can't go wrong with George Gershwin and master composer and arranger Ellen Rowe has done a spectacular job of taking the genius melody of this classic tune and crafting a subtle and sophistcated c...

Andrew has created a unique chart that blends a fiery, driving Latin groove with a more carefree Chuck Mangione feel. After a percussive intro, a trio with Tenor, Trumpet and Trombone present the head...

The opening portion of this Latin Rock chart is set in C minor at 144 bpm. The rhythm section parts are well-notated, and the chart grooves along before kicking into high gear with a Piano montuno at...

Always a favorite of the jazz crowd the changes of this fantastic Keith Jarrett tunes are great to play over and the bright Latin feel will be a welcome change of pace on any concert or festival. Ther...

Your quest for a brilliant high-energy Latin chart will end with Fiesta! It has all the components of a great festival chart...tuneful melodic sections, engaging harmonic structure, plenty of dynamic...

Written as a sequel to his memorable chart Category 4, Jeff has left no stone unturned with his latest composition Return of the Storm. "Driving 12/8 groove" is an understatement for this daring excur...

Featuring a duet of Alto Sax and Flugelhorn on the melody, this bright samba moves effortlessly into a swing groove for the B section of the tune. The distinctive harmonic vocabulary of the chart help...

Calling for crisp, well-accented horn articulations, this big band celebration in the jazz samba style is outstanding fare for any concert program. Several solo opportunities for your drummer keep the...

Recorded on the SWR Big Band CD Fun Time, this medium tempo ballad has an irresistible Latin beat. Trumpets double on flugelhorn and solo space is reserved for trumpet/flugelhorn and alto sax. Each se...

Recorded on the Sammy Nestico CD A Portrait Of Sammy, this exciting jazz samba in 3/4 time is written for standard jazz ensemble. Lead trumpet extends to a written high D, no woodwind doubles are requ...

Composer Dave Hanson shares his colorful harmonic sensibilities with this relaxed Bossa Nova composition. The lush lines weave in and out to create a beautiful soundscape that floats over the rhythm s...

Looking for just the right seasoning to spice up your next program? Cajun Chili Peppers is the perfect choice! A strong, happy Latin groove is the foundation of this very easy level chart. Beginning w...

A driving Latin calypso feel provides the foundation for this very easy chart. The catchy melody and solid voicings will make this a favorite of the band and a hit with the audience. Scored for 4 horn...

At last the origins of the elusive Chili Pepper are revealed in the Pepper's first foray into the Jazz Foundations Series! Set in a driving tempo (quarter note = 176), this exciting tune makes the Chi...