Red Nichols: Ogden's Jazz Great

Vintage sheet music from the collection associated with “Red” Nichols and His Pennies carries a distinct historical charm.

“Red” Nichols’ name was prominently displayed on the cover, alongside the title of the song, signaling that the band’s recording had made the piece famous. These compositions were often catchy, with upbeat rhythms and melodies that were instantly recognizable to fans of jazz at the time.

Original copies of each piece of sheet music can be found in the “Red” Nichols collection in the Special Collections and University Archives department.