The Joint Is Jumpin’

Here's Fats doing one of his most famous tunes in 2 very different performances - one relaxed, the other at breakneck speed!

In the soundie, there's a tiny jump in the film that completely destroys the rhythmic momentum at the start of his solo. This transcription fixes that and you can hear what Fats actually played!

Because "the joint was jumpin" so much during the recording, a bunch of these notes are only a guess as to what Fats is playing but hopefully I've retained his sound. Please note, that my edits and added ending are included to make the performance complete.

Always listen to the original recordings for correct interpretation.

Here is the studio version:

   • The Joint Is Jumpin' (Remastered 2000)  

Here is the sound version:

   • Fats Waller - The Joint is Jumpin'  

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