Ostrich walk – Free Jazz Lead Sheet
Eb Major –
About this song:
“Ostrich Walk” was composed by the Original Dixieland Jazz Band in 1917 and remains an early example of New Orleans jazz recorded for commercial audiences.
The tune showcases fast-paced collective improvisation, with a lively, syncopated rhythm. Its structure emphasizes fun, playful phrasing characteristic of early jazz.
It continues to be performed as a historical jazz piece illustrating the style and spirit of the era.
