STOMPIN' AT THE SAVOY - Free Jazz Leadsheet

stompin' at the savoy, composed by Edgar Sampson in 1934, is a swing-era classic capturing the energy of the Savoy Ballroom in Harlem. Its melodic and rhythmic sophistication made it a dance favorite and a jazz standard.

The first recording was by Chick Webb and His Orchestra in 1934, featuring tight ensemble work and infectious swing. Subsequent interpretations by Benny Goodman, Count Basie, and Ella Fitzgerald reinforced its status as a definitive swing tune.

The piece uses a 32-bar AABA form with clear, memorable motifs and room for improvisation, reflecting the lively, dance-oriented style of the swing era.