AT A GEORGIA CAMP MEETING - Free Jazz Leadsheet

'At a Georgia Camp Meeting' is an early jazz composition capturing the sound of small New Orleans-style ensembles. The first recordings emphasized clarinet and muted trumpet melody lines over rhythmic accompaniment, creating a lively, celebratory mood.

The tune remains a staple in traditional jazz repertoires, often performed to evoke communal joy and danceable swing. The piece is approachable for both performers and audiences.

Structurally, it uses a simple, repetitive melody that allows space for improvisation and ensemble interplay, reflecting early jazz’s conversational style.