Fly me to the moon - Bart Howard - Duttdes Dawnpril

Use a metronome and record yourself to ensure the melody riding above the left hand is consistently audible.

Targeting Performance Challenges:

• Isolation Methods:

Technique Development:

• Dotted Rhythms:

In measures 5 and 6, practice playing with a steady pulse, utilizing a "play-slow, play-fast" method where players alternate speeds. This enhances control over the rhythm and ensures eventual fluidity.

Specific Exercises:

• Multiple Repetitions:

Repeat each section at least 10 times, focusing solely on differing dynamics and articulation.

• Hands Separately:

Focus on mastering the left-hand's simple chord structure while familiarizing the right hand with its melodic role, especially in the transitions noted in measures 2-4 and 8-10.

Unique Features:

"Fly Me to the Moon," originally composed by Bart Howard, is a classic jazz standard that has captivated audiences with its lyrical melody and harmonic richness. The score presented here is in the key of C major and features a 4/4 time signature at a moderate tempo of 95 BPM, which perfectly complements the relaxed yet swinging jazz feel typical of the genre.

• Structural Elements:

The piece is structured simply, allowing the melody to shine while the left hand provides a soft harmonic foundation. The right-hand melody is prominent, with notable phrases beginning in measures 2, 4, 6, and 8, showcasing a progression that moves swiftly from C major to various passing tones, including A♭4 and A4.

• Chord Progression:

The chord changes outlined with melodic notes demonstrate a classic I-IV-V7-I progression, particularly evident from measures 1 to 4. Specifically, the movement from C5 in Measure 1 to A4 in Measure 4 creates a sense of rising anticipation, resolving tastefully back to G4.

• Rhythmic Patterns:

The rhythm in this piece is primarily quartal and quarter notes, contributing to a smooth flow. The right-hand incorporates a mix of rhythmic values, including dotted half notes, which enhance expressiveness, especially in measures like 5 and 6 where the rhythm varies and adds interest.

Notable Measures:

• Measure 2-4: The rise from C5 to B4 creates an emotional lift.

• Measure 5-6: Features dotted rhythms that challenge a player’s timing and interpretative skills.

Fly me to the moon

• Artist
  Bart Howard
• Number of imitations
  26
• Genre
  Bart Howard
• Key
  C
• Tempo
  190
• Pages
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• Notation
  Bart Howard
• Compose
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• Introduction
  Unique Features: "Fly Me to the Moon," originally composed by Bart Howard, is a classic jazz standard that has captivated audiences with its lyrical melody and harmonic richness. The score presented here is in the key of C major and features a 4/4 time s