ALABAMA JUBILEE - Free Jazz Leadsheet
Written by George L. Cobb and Jack Yellen in 1915, 'Alabama Jubilee' was first recorded by Collins & Harlan in New York, capturing its lively, ragtime-inspired style. The upbeat tune quickly became popular as both a dance number and novelty song.
It has been performed by jazz bands, country ensembles, and marching bands over the decades, often emphasizing its infectious energy and joyous lyrics, celebrating Southern culture and festive occasions.
The song features a 32-bar form with syncopated rhythms, playful melodic leaps, and alternating verse-chorus phrasing, making it versatile for vocal or instrumental arrangements.