FINE AND DANDY - Free Jazz Leadsheet

"fine and dandy" was composed by Kay Swift with lyrics by Paul James in 1930. Its cheerful melody and bright harmonies make it a favorite in jazz and swing repertoires.

The first recording was by the Chick Bullock Orchestra, featuring playful phrasing and rhythmic lift. Later recordings by Benny Goodman and Artie Shaw demonstrated its adaptability to both small-group and big-band settings.

The composition follows a 32-bar AABA form with space for improvisation and call-and-response passages.