HUMORESQUE - Free Jazz Leadsheet

"humoresque," originally composed by Antonín Dvořák in 1894 as a piano piece, has been adapted as a song with lyrics by various artists. The melody evokes playful sentiment and reflective nostalgia, often interpreted as a light-hearted romantic expression.

Early vocal recordings include interpretations by vocalists in the 1920s, pairing the lyrical adaptation with Dvořák's memorable, flowing melody. Its simple, repeating harmonic progressions support expressive melodic phrasing.

Later jazz and popular renditions emphasize lyrical phrasing, allowing small groups or soloists to explore improvisation over the recognizable, song-like structure, maintaining its timeless appeal.