THE VERY THOUGHT OF YOU - Free Jazz Leadsheet

"The Very Thought of You" was written by Ray Noble and published in 1934. Noble first recorded the tune with his orchestra in London, with Al Bowlly providing the vocal—an interpretation that became an enduring classic.

The song quickly gained popularity on both sides of the Atlantic and was covered by leading singers of the 1930s and 1940s. Its tender lyric and expansive melody captured the romantic sensibilities of the period.

Over time, the tune has been embraced by jazz vocalists and instrumentalists for its expressive potential. Its 32-bar structure and elegant harmonic progression make it a staple of the standard ballad repertoire.