AUTUMN NOCTURNE - Free Jazz Leadsheet
'Autumn Nocturne,' composed by Josef Myrow with lyrics by Kim Gannon in 1941, was first recorded by Gordon Jenkins and His Orchestra. The song evokes the quiet beauty and reflective mood of autumn evenings.
It has been interpreted by many jazz musicians, emphasizing lyrical phrasing and ensemble interplay. The lyrics reflect romance and introspection.
The melody and harmonic structure are smooth and flowing, typically in 32-bar format, allowing for improvisation and subtle dynamic expression.