DREAM A LITTLE DREAM OF ME - Free Jazz Leadsheet

"dream a little dream of me" was composed by Fabian Andre and Wilbur Schwandt with lyrics by Gus Kahn in 1931. The song conveys romantic, whimsical longing, becoming a popular ballad for both jazz and popular music audiences.

The first recording was by Ozzie Nelson and His Orchestra in New York, featuring smooth vocal delivery with orchestral backing. Later notable recordings by Ella Fitzgerald, Louis Armstrong, and The Mamas & the Papas have ensured the song’s enduring popularity.

The tune follows a 32-bar AABA form with a gentle, flowing melody, allowing for expressive phrasing, harmonic exploration, and improvisation, making it suitable for both vocal and instrumental interpretations.