Put on your old grey bonnet – Free Jazz Lead Sheet
F to Bb Major – Percy Wenrich 1909
Put on Your Old Grey Bonnet by Percy Wenrich (1909) is a swing-era jazz standard in F to Bb Major. Its swinging rhythm and melodic inventiveness make it a highlight of the swing repertoire. Percy Wenrich was a pianist and composer whose contributions helped define the sound of the swing era. The arrangement features the tight rhythmic interplay and Polished ensemble work characteristic of the big band era.
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Originally composed by Percy Wenrich in 1909, this sentimental tune became a jazz favorite during the swing era.
Its charming melody allows for both traditional jazz arrangements and modern interpretations.
About the composer: Percy Wenrich
Percy Wenrich (1880–1952) was an American composer and songwriter renowned for his ragtime and popular music contributions. His most notable work is "The Smiler," a successful ragtime piece, and he also wrote popular songs like "Put on Your Old Grey Bonnet."
