ORGAN GRINDER SWING - Free Jazz Leadsheet

“Organ Grinder Swing,” composed by Will Hudson in 1936, became popular during the swing era with its catchy riff-driven melody and danceable rhythm.

Notable recordings include those by Jimmy Dorsey and Benny Goodman. Jazz musicians often use its 32-bar form for improvisation, emphasizing swing phrasing and ensemble interplay.

The tune’s energetic motifs and accessible harmonic structure make it a standard for swing arrangements.