A melodic pattern exercise to the chord changes of “Autumn Leaves.” Available for download as a PDF.
Autumn Leaves
“Autumn Leaves” is a popular song composed by Joseph Kosma in 1945, with French lyrics by Jacques Prévert and English lyrics by Johnny Mercer. Originally written for a French film, it quickly became a jazz standard, admired for its melancholic melody and graceful structure.
The song has been recorded by numerous artists, including Nat King Cole, Eva Cassidy, and Chet Baker. Performers often vary phrasing or tempo, giving each version a slightly different character, which has helped the song endure as a favorite for both instrumental and vocal jazz interpretations.
Melodic Pattern 1235
In the video below I play the pattern along with on-screen guitar tablature.