LULLABY OF THE LEAVES - Free Jazz Leadsheet

“Lullaby of the Leaves” was written in 1932 by composer Bernice Petkere and lyricist Joe Young. The song originally appeared in Tin Pan Alley and quickly became a popular number, noted for its gently swaying, intimate melody.

Early success came via big-band and vocal recordings; later, jazz instrumentalists like Benny Goodman and Gerry Mulligan recorded their own versions. The song’s form and harmony provide a graceful platform for both expressive soloing and lyrical interpretation.