THE PARTY'S OVER - Free Jazz Leadsheet

"The Party's Over" was written by Jule Styne with lyrics by Betty Comden and Adolph Green for the 1956 musical "Bells Are Ringing." Judy Holliday introduced the song on Broadway, and her cast recording served as the first major version.

The tune has since been interpreted by singers such as Nat King Cole and Shirley Bassey. Its reflective lyrics acknowledge the close of an important moment, and the music’s classic 32-bar form supports expressive, theatrical phrasing.