ON THE BEACH OF BALI BALI - Free Jazz Leadsheet

“On the Beach of Bali-Bali” was written by Abner Silver and Al Sherman in 1922, offering a lighthearted, tropical-themed popular tune. Its playful melody and rhythmic charm attracted jazz performers in the 1920s and 1930s.

The first known recording was by Paul Whiteman and his orchestra, capturing the song’s exotic flair. Later jazz interpretations emphasized swing rhythms and improvisational embellishments.

The musical form typically follows a verse-and-refrain structure, allowing performers to showcase both melodic creativity and rhythmic playfulness.