SPRING WILL BE A LITTLE LATER - Free Jazz Leadsheet

spring will be a little later, composed by Frank Loesser and Jimmy McHugh in 1942, is a lyrical jazz ballad capturing a sense of delayed hope and romantic yearning. Its gentle melody and harmonically rich accompaniment make it a favorite among vocalists.

The first recording was by Lee Wiley in 1942, emphasizing subtle phrasing and emotional nuance. Later interpretations by jazz singers and instrumentalists highlighted its melodic charm and emotional depth.

The song employs a 32-bar structure, with flexible melodic lines and harmonic progressions that allow performers to explore expressive timing and phrasing, reinforcing the reflective mood of the lyrics.