(From The Planets). By Gustav Holst (1874-1934). Arranged by John Caponegro. For string orchestra. Concert String Orchestra Series. Grade 4. Score and Set of Parts. Duration 3:40. Published by Kendor Music Inc

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

Grade 3.5

SKU: KN.9816

Composed by Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky. Arranged by John Caponegro. Solo or Ensemble. Apex String Orchestra. Kendor Music Inc #9816. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.9816).

UPC: 822795098167.

A joyous arrangement from John Caponegro. The arranger states in his notes that a little faster is better with this particular piece.

String Orchestra - Grade 3.5

SKU: KN.09816S

Composed by Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky. Arranged by John Caponegro. Solo or Ensemble. Apex String Orchestra. Kendor Music Inc #09816S. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.09816S).

A joyous arrangement from John Caponegro. The arranger states in his notes that a little faster is better with this particular piece.

String Orchestra string orchestra (88555) with optional percussion (3) - Grade 4

SKU: KN.09881S

(from 'The Red Poppy'). Composed by Reinhold Moritzovich Gliere. Arranged by John Caponegro. Solo or Ensemble. Apex String Orchestra. Kendor Music Inc #09881S. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.09881S).

UPC: 822795098815.

Grade 4 groups will enjoy this well-arranged piece from Reinhold Gliere's classic ballet The Red Poppy. Using a theme and variation form, John Caponegro has included all the tempo changes that are idiomatic to this characteristic dance. Three optional percussion parts are included. Duration 3:15. Available in SmartMusic.

String Orchestra string orchestra (88555) with opt. 3rd Violin/Viola TC 3 and piano - Grade 2

SKU: KN.09520S

Composed by Johann Pachelbel. Arranged by John Caponegro. Solo or Ensemble. Voyager String Orchestra. Kendor Music Inc #09520S. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.09520S).

UPC: 822795095203.

Score d in D, this masterful adaptation of Pachelbel's famous theme assigns all 16th-note passages to 1st Violins so the other sections can focus on providing solid support with good intonation and a steady, unrushed tempo. As is true of all Caponegro arrangements, fingerings, bowings, dynamics and articulations are clearly indicated. A traditional addition to your Christmas performance. Duration 2:55.

String Orchestra - Grade 1

SKU: KN.8815

Composed by John Caponegro. Playground String Orch. Accent String Orchestra. Kendor Music Inc #8815. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.8815).

This lively march theme introduces beginning players to percussive col legno bowing techniques; rests before and after the col legno section allow sufficient time for players to adjust their bow grip. The piano part in each set is optional, but Caponegro says that use of the percussion part for snare drum, bass drum, and cymbals is mandatory for establishing a convincing march style. If directors do incorporate percussion instruments as he suggests, however, they must play at a dynamic level that doesn't overwhelm the strings.

String Orchestra string orchestra with opt. 3rd Violin/Viola TC 3, piano and percussion - Grade 1.5

SKU: KN.08203S

Composed by Traditional. Arranged by John Caponegro. Accent String Orchestra. Kendor Music Inc #08203S. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.08203S).

UPC: 822795082036.

This sparkling medley features bell-like pyramid figures and clearly-marked articulations, dynamics and bowings to help young players deliver a truly festive performance. In his score notes, Caponegro says that every effort should be made to use the optional percussion instruments (bells and jingle bells) to enhance the seasonal flavor. Duration 2:50.

String Orchestra string orchestra with opt. 3rd Violin/Viola TC 3, piano and percussion - Grade 1.5

SKU: KN.8203

Composed by Traditional. Arranged by John Caponegro. Accent String Orchestra. Score and Set of Parts. Kendor Music Inc #8203. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.8203).

UPC: 822795082036.

This sparkling medley features bell-like pyramid figures and clearly-marked articulations, dynamics and bowings to help young players deliver a truly festive performance. In his score notes, Caponegro says that every effort should be made to use the optional percussion instruments (bells and jingle bells) to enhance the seasonal flavor. Duration 2:50.

String Orchestra string orchestra (88555) with optional 3rd Violin/Viola TC (3), piano and percussion - Grade 1.5

SKU: KN.8293

From Judas Maccabaeus. Composed by George Frideric Handel. Arranged by John Caponegro. Standard string orchestra (88555) with optional 3rd Violin/Viola TC (3), piano and percussion. Accent String Orchestra. Score and Set of Parts. Kendor Music Inc #8293. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.8293).

UPC: 822795082937.

This regal selection from the oratorio Judas Maccabeus by Handel is playable entirely in first position. Accidentals are few, phrasing patterns and rhythms are customary, and melodic duties are not limited to 1st Violins. To enhance the style and character of the music, John encourages directors to use the optional percussion part for snare and bass drums whenever possible. Duration 2:35. Available in SmartMusic.

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

SKU: KN.9516

Composed by John Philippe Rameau. Arranged by John Caponegro. Solo or Ensemble. Voyager String Orchestra. Kendor Music Inc #9516. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.9516).

UPC: 822795095166.

This well known piano piece by Jean-Philippe Rameau is tastefully arranged here for grade 2+ players in the key of E minor, and is playable exclusively in 1st position. Serving as a wonderful introduction to Baroque ornamentation with many instances of the short trill appearing in the violin parts, this lively French dance will be great fun for all. Each set includes three copies of the 3rd Violin/Viola T.C. part and an optional part for piano. Duration 1:20.

String Orchestra string orchestra (88555) with opt. 3rd Violin/Viola TC 3 and piano - Grade 1

SKU: KN.08462S

Composed by George Frideric Handel. Arranged by John Caponegro. Solo or Ensemble. Accent String Orchestra. Kendor Music Inc #08462S. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.08462S).

UPC: 822795084627.

An excellent example of Baroque literature in a non-contrapuntal style, the parts in this setting are technically simple so directors can focus on concepts of musicality and interpretation during rehearsals. In his score notes John also explains that in Handel's day this piece was typically played three times-- strings alone, winds alone, strings and winds together-- and offers specific suggestions for directors interested in supplementing this edition with wind parts. Duration 1:35. Available in SmartMusic.

String Orchestra string orchestra - Grade 1

SKU: KN.8462

Composed by George Frideric Handel. Arranged by John Caponegro. Accent String Orchestra. Score and Set of Parts. Kendor Music Inc #8462. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.8462).

UPC: 822795084627.

An excellent example of Baroque literature in a non-contrapuntal style, the parts in this setting are technically simple, thereby allowing directors ample time to work on concepts of musicality and interpretation during rehearsals. In his score notes, John also explains that in Handel's day this piece was typically played three times-- strings alone, winds alone, then strings and winds together-- and gives specific suggestions for directors interested in supplementing this edition with wind parts. An optional piano part is provided with each standard string set.

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

SKU: KN.09516S

Composed by John Philippe Rameau. Arranged by John Caponegro. Solo or Ensemble. Voyager String Orchestra. Kendor Music Inc #09516S. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.09516S).

UPC: 822795095166.

This well known piano piece by Jean-Philippe Rameau is tastefully arranged here in the key of E minor and is playable exclusively in 1st position. Serving as a wonderful introduction to Baroque ornamentation with many instances of the short trill appearing in the violin parts, this lively French dance will be great fun for all. Duration 1:20.

String Orchestra string orchestra with opt. 3rd Violin/Viola TC 3, piano and percussion - Grade 1.5

SKU: KN.08293S

Composed by George Frideric Handel. Arranged by John Caponegro. Solo or Ensemble. Accent String Orchestra. Kendor Music Inc #08293S. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.08293S).

UPC: 822795082937.

This regal selection from the oratorio Judas Maccabeus by Handel is playable entirely in first position. Accidentals are few, phrasing patterns and rhythms are customary, and melodic duties are not limited to 1st Violins. To enhance the style and character of the music, John encourages directors to use the optional percussion part for snare and bass drums whenever possible. Duration 2:35. Available in SmartMusic.

String Orchestra string orchestra with opt. 3rd Violin/Viola TC 1 and piano - Grade 2

SKU: KN.09249S

Composed by John Caponegro. Solo or Ensemble. Voyager String Orchestra. Kendor Music Inc #09249S. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.09249S).

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.

Composed by John Caponegro. For standard string orchestra (88555) with opt. 3rd Violin/Viola tc (3 copies). Concert String Orchestra Series. Grade 3.5. Score and set of parts. Published by Kendor Music

(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 with opt. 3rd Violin/Viola TC 3, piano, narrator and percussion 2 - Grade 1

SKU: KN.08310S

Composed by Traditional. Arranged by John Caponegro. Solo or Ensemble. Accent String Orchestra. Kendor Music Inc #08310S. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.08310S).

UPC: 822795083101.

This imaginative setting of Jingle Bells takes listeners on a Christmas journey around the world by presenting the song in the musical styles of several countries -- Mexico, Japan, Austria, Scotland and the good ol' U.S.A. Using the optional narration adds to the overall appeal, and the optional percussion instruments (jingle bells, castanets, suspended cymbal, maracas, tambourine, snare drum, bass drum) greatly enhance the nationalistic flavor of each segment. Duration 4:00 (w/narrator).

Jazz Orchestra - Grade 3.5

SKU: KN.56023S

Composed by Lou Fischer. Arranged by John Caponegro. Jazz Orchestra. Jazz Classics For String Orchestra. Kendor Music Inc #56023S. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.56023S).

UPC: 822795560237.

Chica go, another popular jazz standard in the Jazz Classics For String Orchestra Series, can be performed with or without the solo section. Written out solos are provided for all instruments, or the soloist may choose to improvise using the provided chord changes. For added flexibility, the chart can be performed by strings alone, or with the optional rhythm section parts. Perfect for grade 3+ players looking for variety in their concert. Duration 2:20 without solos.

String Orchestra - Grade 1.5

SKU: KN.08498S

Composed by John Caponegro. Solo or Ensemble. Accent String Orchestra. Kendor Music Inc #08498S. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.08498S).

UPC: 822795084986.

Based on D, G and C major, the melodic lines of this original march give students a great chance to practice and perform scales in a stimulating group setting. Some passages featuring contrary motion may require explanation and careful rehearsal to ensure that they are played correctly. Duration 2:20.

From "The Red Poppy". By Reinhold Moritzovich Gliere. Arranged by John Caponegro. Concert String Orchestra. Level: Grade 4. Published by Kendor Music Inc.

(from Album For The Young, Op. 68). Composed by Robert Schumann. Arranged by John Caponegro. For string orchestra (88555) with optional 3rd violin/viola TC (3) and piano. Cadet String Orchestra Series. Grade 2.5. Score and set of parts. Duration 1 minute, 20 seconds. Published by Kendor Music Inc

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

Composed by Johann Sebastian Bach (1685-1750). Arranged by John Caponegro. For standard string orchestra (88555) with opt. 3rd Violin/Viola T.C. (3). Concert String Orchestra. Grade 3. Score and parts. Duration 1 minute, 50 seconds. Published by Kendor Music Inc

Grade 2

SKU: KN.9630

Composed by John Caponegro. Solo or Ensemble. Voyager String Orchestra. Kendor Music Inc #9630. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.9630).

String Orchestra string orchestra (88555) with optional piano - Grade 2

SKU: KN.09746S

(1st Movement). Composed by Antonio Vivaldi. Arranged by John Caponegro. Solo or Ensemble. Voyager String Orchestra. Kendor Music Inc #09746S. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.09746S).

UPC: 822795097467.

This accessible arrangement of the 1st Movement from Vivaldi's Mandolin Concerto is very idiomatic and will make grade 2 groups sound sophisticated and authentic. Optional piano and 3rd Violin/Viola T.C. parts are included. Duration 2:20.