Rabble Rouser (L.Niehaus)

Unleash the energy with "Rabble Rouser" by Lennie Niehaus, a dynamic big band jazz arrangement perfect for igniting any performance! This 45-page sheet music package delivers the full, authentic Niehaus sound, ideal for advanced ensembles seeking a thrilling challenge. Experience the classic swing and intricate voicings that define this legendary arranger. "Rabble Rouser" is a quintessential jazz standard, though the composer remains unknown, Niehaus’s arrangement elevates it with his signature big band flair. The piece features a medium tempo feel, characterized by driving rhythmic patterns and a harmonically rich, yet accessible, tonal palette. Expect robust ensemble passages, dynamic contrasts that build excitement, and clearly delineated solo sections for improvisation, typically featured in the saxophone and trumpet sections, allowing individual musicians to shine. The arrangement is scored for a full big band instrumentation: Alto Sax 1, Alto Sax 2, Tenor Sax 1, Tenor Sax 2, Baritone Sax, Trumpet 1, Trumpet 2, Trumpet 3, Trumpet 4, Trombone 1, Trombone 2, Trombone 3, Bass Trombone, Piano, Bass, and Drums.