#anthology collection

1940s Sheet Music Review: Hal Leonard Decade by Decade (Piano/Vocal/Chords)

I picked up the Hal Leonard Decade by Decade 1940s sheet music collection on a quiet afternoon, curious whether a decade-spanning anthology could really capture the decade that gave us bebop, big band swing, and some of the most enduring melodies in popular music. Short answer: mostly yes — with a few caveats worth knowing before you hand over your money.