Deep river – Free Jazz Lead Sheet
Ab Major – Traditional Spiritual (arr. Harry T. Burleigh) 1925
About this song:
Deep River is a traditional African-American spiritual first published in arranged form in 1925 by Harry T. Burleigh. This free online lead sheet highlights its flowing hymn-like melody and simple harmonic structure adaptable for jazz interpretation.
View this lead sheet online to explore its expressive phrasing and timeless spiritual character.