Changing Times (L.Niehaus)

Elevate your big band's repertoire with Lennie Niehaus's iconic arrangement of "Changing Times," a sophisticated yet accessible jazz chart designed to ignite any performance. This meticulously crafted, 56-page score, suitable for advanced ensembles, delivers a vibrant, swinging experience that showcases the intricate voicings and dynamic phrasing characteristic of Niehaus's masterful work. While the composer remains unknown, Niehaus’s arrangement transforms "Changing Times" into a compelling jazz standard, ideal for both professional big bands and advanced educational institutions. The arrangement features individual parts for a full big band instrumentation, including Alto Sax 1 & 2, Tenor Sax 1 & 2, Baritone Sax, Trumpet 1-4, Trombone 1-3, Bass Trombone, Piano, Bass, and Drums, ensuring every musician can fully engage with the material. Niehaus’s "Changing Times" is renowned for its driving, medium-swing tempo feel, intricate harmonic progressions, and engaging rhythmic patterns that keep both performers and audiences captivated.