SULTRY SERENADE - Free Jazz Leadsheet

sultry serenade, composed by Tyree Glenn and performed widely in the 1930s–1940s, is a jazz ballad known for its smooth, sultry melody and romantic character. Its lyrical quality makes it suitable for both instrumental and vocal interpretations.

First popularized by Glenn and his collaborators, the tune has been embraced by jazz orchestras and small ensembles, emphasizing expressive phrasing and harmonic richness.

The song typically follows a 32-bar form with gentle rhythmic movement, allowing performers to convey nuance and mood through melodic inflection.