When you wore a tulip – Free Jazz Lead Sheet
Ab Major – 1914
About this song:
“When You Wore a Tulip” was composed in 1914 by Percy Wenrich with lyrics by Jack Mahoney. It became widely popular during the World War I era, especially among soldiers and the general public.
The song was first recorded commercially by Henry Burr and Albert Campbell, and it quickly became a standard in vaudeville and early jazz performances.
The cheerful lyrics and upbeat melody capture a nostalgic and romantic sentiment. Jazz and popular music artists over the years have kept the tune alive, adapting it for small combos, vocalists, and orchestras.
