Go West, Young Lions — Big Band Arrangement by L.Niehaus

About This Arrangement

Go West, Young Lions is a big band arrangement by L. Niehaus, offering a classic big band sound that's perfect for developing ensembles. This chart has a driving swing feel, reminiscent of the Basie or Nestico tradition, with clear section writing and a solid groove. It's the kind of piece that helps a band lock in together and really dig into the swing.

This download includes 62 pages of individual instrument parts in a single PDF. No conductor score is included. You'll have all the necessary parts for your saxophones, trumpets, trombones, and rhythm section players to get this chart performance-ready.

Lennie Niehaus was a prolific arranger and composer, known for his accessible yet authentic big band writing. His charts are often staples in high school and college jazz programs because they teach fundamental big band concepts effectively. This particular arrangement would be a great choice for a band looking to build its swing repertoire and tighten up its ensemble playing.

Frequently Asked Questions

What instruments are included in the "Go West, Young Lions" arrangement?

This arrangement includes parts for a standard big band instrumentation: two alto saxophones, two tenor saxophones, one baritone saxophone, four trumpets, four trombones, piano, guitar, bass, and drums. It provides all the necessary individual parts for your ensemble.

What is the difficulty level of "Go West, Young Lions"?

This chart by L. Niehaus is generally considered appropriate for intermediate-level big bands, such as high school or developing college ensembles. It's well-written to help musicians develop their swing feel and ensemble playing without being overly challenging technically.

Does this download of "Go West, Young Lions" include a full conductor score?

No, this particular download for "Go West, Young Lions" does not include a full conductor score. It provides all the individual instrument parts in a single PDF file, totaling 62 pages, for your band members to use.

What style or genre is "Go West, Young Lions"?

"Go West, Young Lions" is a classic big band swing chart. It features a driving, energetic swing feel, characteristic of many traditional big band arrangements. It's perfect for bands looking to perform authentic jazz repertoire with a solid groove.

How many pages are in the "Go West, Young Lions" download, and what does it contain?

The download for "Go West, Young Lions" contains 62 pages. It includes all the individual instrument parts for the big band, such as saxophones, trumpets, trombones, and the rhythm section. Please note that a conductor's score is not included in this download.

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