Fletcher Henderson and His Orchestra

Fletcher Henderson was a pioneering American pianist, bandleader, and arranger who played a crucial role in shaping the sound of big band jazz. Born in 1897, he formed one of the first great jazz orchestras in the 1920s, helping to bridge the gap between early New Orleans jazz and the swing era. His arrangements, known for their sophisticated harmonies and dynamic rhythms, laid the foundation for the big band style later popularized by Benny Goodman, who often used Henderson’s charts. As both a performer and an innovator, Henderson’s influence on jazz is immense, making him one of the key architects of the swing movement.
Read more about the Fletcher Henderson Orchestra on the Syncopated Times website.

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