Ennis is a five-letter term that is the answer to the crossword clue 'Bandleader Skinnay'. Ennis is the surname of the American jazz trumpeter and bandleader, Skinnay Ennis. He was born in Philadelphia in 1907 and was known for his big band sound. He was active in the music industry from the 1920s to the 1950s and was a popular figure in the swing era. He was also a prolific composer and arranger, writing over 200 songs.