When the Leaves Learned to Dance
This reimagining of “Autumn Leaves,” originally composed by Joseph Kosma with lyrics by Jacques Prévert, celebrates a melody that’s wandered the world and learned to dance along the way. Born in post-war France and embraced by jazz musicians everywhere, the tune has floated through decades of keys, tempos, and emotions.
In this version, The Hummingbirds Trio listen closely—to the history, to the lyricism, and to each other—letting the music sway with warmth, swing, and quiet joy. Here, the leaves don’t just fall; they spin, glide, and dance, carrying nostalgia forward while inviting the present moment to move with them.