Minority (Gigi Gryce song)

"Minority" is a jazz standard composed by Gigi Gryce. It is a bebop composition known for its intricate melody and challenging chord changes. First appearing on Gryce's 1953 album, The Gigi Gryce Quartet, the tune has become a popular choice for jazz musicians to perform and improvise over, demonstrating their technical skill and understanding of harmonic concepts. The composition’s structure often features a complex head arrangement followed by improvisation sections based on the chord progression. "Minority" is frequently included in jazz education curricula and jam sessions due to its importance in the bebop repertoire.