BYE BYE BLUES - Free Jazz Leadsheet

“bye bye blues,” sometimes published with slight title variations, was written in 1930 by Fred Hamm, Dave Bennett, Chauncey Gray, and Bert Lown. The first well-known recording was issued by Bert Lown and His Orchestra the same year, showcasing the smooth dance-band style of the period.

The song enjoyed a long life through later recordings by Les Paul and Mary Ford, Bing Crosby, and various jazz ensembles. Its lyrics convey a cheerful farewell to sadness, and its melody uses a light, swinging contour supported by a solid 32-bar progression, making it a reliable vehicle for both vocal and instrumental interpretations.