CHANGES - Free Jazz Leadsheet

“changes” was written in 1927 by Walter Donaldson with lyrics by Gus Kahn. It was first recorded shortly after publication by dance orchestras of the late-1920s, which helped spread its popularity during the transitional years between early jazz and swing.

The song’s lyrics speak of emotional shifts and evolving relationships, while its melody uses clear, tuneful phrasing characteristic of Broadway-era songwriting. The harmonic layout offers a flexible foundation for both ballad and medium-tempo interpretations.