APRIL IN PARIS - Free Jazz Leadsheet

'April in Paris,' composed by Vernon Duke with lyrics by E.Y. Harburg in 1932, was first recorded by Freddy Martin and His Orchestra. The song evokes the romance and charm of Paris in spring, blending lyrical sophistication with memorable melody.

Interpretations by Count Basie, Ella Fitzgerald, and others have cemented its status as a jazz and popular standard. The lyrics emphasize nostalgia and the joy of love amid picturesque settings.

The piece follows a 32-bar AABA structure with melodic arcs suitable for lush voicings and expressive phrasing, making it popular for both vocal and instrumental arrangements.