Shreveport stomp – Free Jazz Lead Sheet

Bb Major – Jelly Roll 1925

Shreveport Stomp by Jelly Roll (1925) is a New Orleans jazz piece in Bb Major. Its lively melody and rhythmic drive reflect the spirit of early New Orleans jazz. Jelly Roll contributed to the rich tradition of New Orleans jazz through this memorable composition. The piece exemplifies the vibrant musical culture of the city that gave birth to jazz.

Free Jazz Leadsheet for shreveport stomp, Bb Major ,courtesy of The Jungle Jazz Band

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About this song:

Written by Jelly Roll Morton, “Shreveport Stomp” is a New Orleans jazz classic featuring syncopated rhythms and intricate piano lines.

It exemplifies early jazz’s blend of improvisation and structured composition.

About the composer: Jelly Roll

Jelly Roll Morton (1890–1941) was a New Orleans jazz musician, pianist, and bandleader who helped shape modern jazz in the 1920s and 1930s. His most notable work, "Jelly Roll Blues," remains a key piece in the jazz repertoire, reflecting his role in formalizing jazz structure and influencing the genre's evolution.

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