CHATTANOOGA CHOO CHOO - Free Jazz Leadsheet

“chattanooga choo choo” was written in 1941 by Harry Warren with lyrics by Mack Gordon for the film *Sun Valley Serenade*. The Glenn Miller Orchestra recorded the first major version the same year, and it became one of the earliest gold-record hits.

The lyrics portray a cheerful train journey through the American South, paired with a swinging, locomotive-inspired rhythm. Its catchy melody and steady groove have made it a favorite of big-band ensembles and vocal groups across generations.