Lennie Niehaus

Rhythmische Jazzetüden für Phrasierung und Artikulation.

Requiring no improvisation, these creative originals in a variety of jazz styles encourage players to focus on good ensemble blend, balance and phrasing. Paying careful attention to articulations and...

Volume 2 play-along CD available seperately.

This piece combines the best from the past and present. It is written in the traditional concert march from of the legendary John Philip Sousa, but with harmonies, melodies, and syncopated rhythms tha...

Set in a moderate swing style, this solidly scored original by film composer Lennie Niehaus is a welcome addition to developing jazz ensemble literature. A strong introduction sets up the melody, whic...

Lennie Niehaus wrote a series of terrific arrangements for the Stan Kenton Orchestra (this was recorded on the 'Stage Door Swings' CD). This chart is a medium-swing version of a great Rodgers & Hammer...