MANHA DO CARNAVAL (BLACK ORPHEUS) - Free Jazz Leadsheet

“Manhã de Carnaval,” also known as “Black Orpheus,” was composed by Luiz Bonfá in 1959 for the film Black Orpheus. The song is a cornerstone of bossa nova and Brazilian jazz, celebrated for its haunting, lyrical melody.

The first recording was made for the film's soundtrack, and it has since been interpreted by numerous jazz musicians worldwide. Its harmonic richness and flowing, lyrical phrasing make it a favorite for instrumental improvisation and vocal performance, bridging Brazilian music with the jazz tradition.