THE WORLD IS WAITING FOR THE SUNRISE - Free Jazz Leadsheet

"The World Is Waiting for the Sunrise" was composed by Ernest Seitz with lyrics by Gene Lockhart and published in 1919. The song became popular through early piano rolls and vocal recordings in the 1920s.

Recordings by artists such as Les Paul and Mary Ford in the 1950s brought renewed attention to the tune. Its optimistic lyrics and flowing melody made it adaptable to both pop and jazz contexts.

Jazz instrumentalists adopted the piece for its flexible structure, making it suitable for improvisation and ensemble performance. It remains a staple in traditional and swing-oriented jazz repertoires.