String Orchestra - Grade 1

SKU: KN.8257

Composed by John Caponegro. Playground String Orch. Accent String Orchestra. Kendor Music Inc #8257. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.8257).

Here's a fun piece that your beginning string students will ask to play again and again!

String Orchestra - Grade 1

SKU: KN.08815S

Composed by John Caponegro. Solo or Ensemble. Accent String Orchestra. Kendor Music Inc #08815S. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.08815S).

(First Movement, K. 550). Composed by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (1756-1791). Arranged by John Caponegro. For string orchestra (88555) with optional 3rd violin/viola TC (3 copies) and piano. Cadet String Orchestra Series. Grade 2. Score and set of parts. Duration 1 minute, 50 seconds. Published by Kendor Music Inc

String Orchestra string orchestra - Grade 1

SKU: KN.8264

Composed by John Caponegro. Accent String Orchestra. Score and Set of Parts. Duration 2:40, without the optional repeat. Kendor Music Inc #8264. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.8264).

UPC: 822795082647.

This original by one of the industry's top writers begins as a leisurely chorale that tunefully moves into a march. Extensive doubling of the 2nd Violin and viola parts allows directors to move more players to the 1st violin part. Along similar lines, the bass and cello parts are identical. The optional percussion part (2 copies included) for snare drum, bass drum and crash cymbals complements the march style nicely. Duration 2:40 (without optional repeat). Available in SmartMusic.

Composed by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (1756-1791). Arranged by John Caponegro. For standard string orchestra (883555) with opt. 3rd violin/viola T.C.. Concert String Orchestra Series. Grade 4. Score and set of parts. Published by Kendor Music Inc

String Orchestra string orchestra (88555) with opt. 3rd Violin/Viola TC 3 and piano - Grade 2.5

SKU: KN.9744

(from Marriage Of Figaro). Composed by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. Arranged by John Caponegro. Solo or Ensemble. Voyager String Orchestra. Score and parts. Kendor Music Inc #9744. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.9744).

UPC: 822795097443.

This soprano aria from Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart's opera The Marriage Of Figaro in the key of D major, contains some interesting modulations and is playable by grade 2 groups. Much of the charm of this piece results from Mozart's creative and brief exploration of many tonal centers, and is a great example how a composer can take a relatively simple tune and provide a great deal of interest through imaginative harmonies. Each set includes three copies of the 3rd Violin/Viola T.C. part and an optional piano part. Duration 2:40. Available in SmartMusic.

String orchestra (88555) with optional 3rd violin/viola TC (3), piano and percussion - Grade 2.5

SKU: KN.9106

Composed by Various. Arranged by John Caponegro. Solo or Ensemble. Voyager String Orchestra. Patriotic. Score and set of parts. Duration 4 minutes, 10 seconds. Kendor Music Inc #9106. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.9106).

UPC: 822795091069.

This medley of 7 patriotic tunes contains excellent material for concert performances and celebrations. The accelerando and ritards leading to/from tempo changes demand that players watch the conductor carefully. The piece closes out fast and strong, and use of the optional percussion part for snare and bass drums will contribute to the patriotic mood. Duration 4:10. Available in SmartMusic.

String Orchestra - Grade 1

SKU: KN.08490S

Composed by Ludwig van Beethoven. Arranged by John Caponegro. Solo or Ensemble. Accent String Orchestra. Kendor Music Inc #08490S. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.08490S).

UPC: 822795084900.

Score d in G and D, this simplified version of Beethoven's 9th Symphony theme features dramatic crescendos, clear bowing indications, and some pizzicato work for cellos and basses. It also assigns some lead material to 2nd/3rd Violins and violas, and finishes strong with a short ritard. A classic frequently included in Christmas performances. Duration 2:00.

(Night Of Stars). By John Caponegro. For string orchestra (88555) with optional 3rd violin/viola TC (3), piano, bells and percussion. Playground String Orchestra Series. Grade 1.5. Score and set of parts. Duration 2 minutes. Published by Kendor Music Inc Score and Parts

String orchestra - Grade 2

SKU: KN.9249

Composed by John Caponegro. Solo or Ensemble. Voyager String Orchestra. Score and Set of Parts. Kendor Music Inc #9249. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.9249).

UPC: 822795092493.

This will be a big hit with young groups since this kind of counterpoint relies on all players to carry melodic material. Then for extra fun, they also play the round backwards. This piece provides good training and experience in contrapuntal playing and makes an excellent choice for concerts. Duration ca. 3:30. Available in SmartMusic.

By Franz Joseph Haydn (1732-1809). Arranged by John Caponegro. For string orchestra (88555) with optional 3rd Violin/Viola TC (3) and piano. Standard string orchestra (88555) with optional 3rd Violin/Viola TC (3) and piano. Cadet String Orchestra Series. Grade 2. Score and Set of Parts. Duration 2:50. Published by Kendor Music Inc

String Orchestra string orchestra (88555) with optional 3rd violin/viola TC (3), piano and percussion - Grade 1

SKU: KN.8180

Composed by John Caponegro. Accent String Orchestra. Score and set of parts. Duration 1 minute, 40 seconds. Kendor Music Inc #8180. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.8180).

UPC: 822795081800.

Score d in D major, this winning march for first-year strings opens and ends with dramatic pyramid entrances from the bottom up -- cellos and basses first, then violas, then 2nd Violins, and finally 1st Violins. Rhythms are simple, bowings are clearly marked, and the optional percussion part for snare drum and bass drum enhances the parade-style theme. Duration 1:40.

String Orchestra - Grade 1

SKU: KN.8830

Arranged by John Caponegro. Accent String Orchestra. Piano And Optional Percussion Parts Included. Kendor Music Inc #8830. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.8830).

String Orchestra - Grade 2

SKU: KN.9747

Arranged by John Caponegro. Solo or Ensemble. Voyager String Orchestra. Piano Part Included. Kendor Music Inc #9747. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.9747).

String Orchestra - Grade 1

SKU: KN.08420S

Composed by John Caponegro. Solo or Ensemble. Accent String Orchestra. Kendor Music Inc #08420S. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.08420S).

UPC: 822795084207.

This moderately-paced original in G has singable melody lines, well-articulated accompaniment figures, and interesting material for all. Some simple counterpoint adds depth and dimension, and the optional percussion part for snare drum, bass drum and crash cymbals enhances the march-style mood. Duration 2:10.

By Traditional. Arranged by John Caponegro. Cadet String Orchestra. Level: Grade 2+. Published by Kendor Music Inc.

String Orchestra - Grade 4

SKU: KN.KEN10081

Composed by John Caponegro. Solo or Ensemble. Apex String Orchestra. Kendor Music Inc #KEN10081. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.KEN10081).

UPC: 822795100815.

String Orchestra - Grade 1

SKU: KN.08264S

Composed by John Caponegro. Solo or Ensemble. Accent String Orchestra. Kendor Music Inc #08264S. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.08264S).

UPC: 822795082647.

This original by one of the industry's top writers begins as a leisurely chorale that tunefully moves into a march. Extensive doubling of the 2nd Violin and viola parts allows directors to move more players to the 1st violin part. Along similar lines, the bass and cello parts are identical. The optional percussion part (2 copies included) for snare drum, bass drum and crash cymbals complements the march style nicely. Duration 2:40 (without optional repeat). Available in SmartMusic.

String Orchestra - Grade 1

SKU: KN.08190S

Composed by John Caponegro. Accent String Orchestra. Kendor Music Inc #08190S. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.08190S).

UPC: 822795081909.

Score d in G major, this original in ABA form paints a convincing picture of twilight time in the old American West. The optional percussion part for temple blocks imitates the sound of horse's hooves in the A segments, and divisi 1st Violin and cello parts in the B section add harmonic depth and drama. The piece ends with a gradual diminuendo and ritard before the final pianissimo chord is played. Duration 2:30. Available in SmartMusic.

By Traditional. Arranged by John Caponegro. For string orchestra (88555) with optional 3rd Violin/Viola TC (3) and piano. Standard string orchestra (88555) with optional 3rd Violin/Viola TC (3) and piano. Playground String Orchestra series. Grade 1.5. Score and parts. Published by Kendor Music Inc