FLYING HOME - Free Jazz Leadsheet

"flying home" was composed by Benny Goodman and Lionel Hampton in 1942 and became synonymous with swing-era jazz. Its energetic, blues-inflected melody and driving rhythm made it a showcase for instrumental virtuosity.

The first recording featured a small-group setup, with saxophone and trumpet solos capturing the tune’s excitement. Later big-band and small-group recordings maintained its appeal as a lively, danceable number.

The structure supports both ensemble riffs and extended improvisation, keeping audiences engaged and entertained.