Sheet Music Downloads from Kendor Music: Essential Charts for Band

Named for the small town in southwest Colorado that's known as the gateway to the spectacular Mesa Verde cliffs, and first issued by Kendor in 1963, this contest standard for advancing drummers is an...

In this recital-worthy outing for young drummers, imitative rhythm patterns and the chance to play with snares on and off will inspire focus and accurate execution. Duration ca. 3:05

Their famous motto, All for one and one for all is effectively portrayed in this trio for snare drummers. In the context of a stately march, this piece features unison and imitative playing, good dyna...

This book by Gordon Delamont is a complete examination of the harmonic elements of modern arranging and composing. Adopted by high school and college music theory programs everywhere, it provides stud...

This book is a complete examination of the advanced materials of tonal harmony for the student of modern arranging and composing. Topics include extended tonality, sequences, parallel harmony, mixed m...

This text is a complete examination of all aspects of modern arranging and composing. Adopted by high school and college music theory programs everywhere, it provides students with a logical, progress...

This examination of melody includes a detailed survey of psychological, technical and structural considerations. A detailed discussion of song form elements (motifs, variations, phrases, cadences) inc...

Based on the traditional species approach, this examination of non-chordal counterpoint for the contemporary writer includes discussions on pan-diatonicism, quartal harmony and polytonal techniques. I...

In this examination of serial writing for the contemporary composer, Delamont explains the basics of a 12-tone row, then follows with practical techniques used in the melodic, contrapuntal and harmoni...

Shelton Berg's programmed text for a 2-4 semester improvisation course. This approach is consonance-based, emphasizing structural pitches and harmonic considerations rather than scale-derived melody....

Take your concert music to a more meaningful level for your students through cross-curricular units. These fun and interactive projects connect the music that students are playing with Math, History,...

As you might imagine from the title, this piece is a bit dark and foreboding. It hovers around E minor but also has some more lyrical passages that add excellent contrast to the more rhythmic sections...

This is an intriguing and creative composition featuring a winding chromatic melody that suggests imps and goblins dancing deep in a haunted forest. A great selection for a Halloween concert!

This arrangement of a traditional Chinese folk song opens with an ominous melody and is quickly taken over by exciting, high-energy moments that will capture your audience's attention and keep them in...

Grade 1 groups will love playing this creative, programmatic original written in the classical style. Depicting a trip on an airplane, making smooth transitions between thematic sections -- leaving th...

Drawing from African, Cuban and Indonesian musical influences, this modern original features mesmerizing world beat grooves built on undulating melodic motifs. The piece is based on the C mixolydian s...

Driving grooves and asymmetrical melodic patterns break and turn to spin a festive, celebratory string dance in the Indian style that's all the rage! This piece takes advantage of every possible mediu...

This multi-faceted musical canvas presents a number of signature themes and moods that can portray specific characters and scenes invented by your students during rehearsals. It includes popular compo...

Written in a rollicking 6/8 tarantella style, this accessible Luigi Denza work is a perfect choice for grade 3 mallet players searching for a solo to perform on a concert, recital, or festival program...

Designed for grade 3 ensembles, this is a wonderful work for any string orchestra looking for an upbeat and festive piece. Complete with memorable themes and flowing melodic lines that will give your...

March of the Realm uses a satisfying blend of dynamic contrasts and articulation variations to create a wonderful way for young musicians to play with independent parts. A great way to open a concert!

The Zulu title of this popular South African folk hymn translates to We Are Marching. In this clever adaptation, the melody is first presented in all parts, then appears as a round backed by a rock-st...

This arrangement of the Franz von Suppé classic is presented in cut time for players who have not been exposed to 6/8 time or find it difficult to manage. All the integrity of the original has been re...

This dramatic grade 3 work blends blues and bluegrass elements, and provides special exposure for cellos and basses while keeping the rest of the orchestra actively involved in a very exciting perform...

With its world-famous syncopated melody in an even, steady duple rhythm, this catchy Scott Joplin rag is sure to please! This grade 4 solo setting is playable on bells, xylophone, vibes or marimba, wi...