AGAIN - Free Jazz Leadsheet

Composed by Lionel Newman and Dorcas Cochran in 1949, 'Again' was first recorded by Doris Day in New York, capturing the song’s tender romanticism. Its heartfelt lyrics and memorable melody quickly made it a favorite among vocalists and orchestras alike.

Subsequent recordings by artists such as Vic Damone and Nat King Cole helped cement its status as a standard in the popular song repertoire. The lyrics describe enduring love and longing, evoking a reflective, intimate mood.

Musically, 'Again' follows a 32-bar AABA structure with sweeping melodic lines and subtle harmonic shifts, lending itself to expressive phrasing and lyrical interpretation.