Fly Me To The Moon (In Other Words) (arr. Michael Sweeney): Jazz Ensemble Conductor Score & Parts
As performed by Tony Bennett / As performed by Frank Sinatra / Arranged by Michael Sweeney
Grade: 1
Item: 35-PK01211265
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Discovery Jazz - Grade 1.5. Here is a good example of creative arranging using very limited technical demands. Michael has taken this familiar standard and converted it into a smooth-sounding Latin chart. A trumpet/alto duet starts things out, then the full ensemble gets into the act. No solos are required, however, a stop-time section features written or ad lib. drum fills. Enjoy great flexibility with the "Discovery Jazz series"! Playable with 3 saxes, 2 trumpets, 1 trombone, piano and drums.
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK01211265
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About the Artist: Tony Bennett
Tony Bennett became one of America's most celebrated vocalists by mastering the art of the American songbook. His interpretations of standards set the benchmark for phrasing, intonation, and emotional directness that jazz educators use as teaching models across generations.
Bennett's career spanned seven decades, and his influence extends far beyond the recording studio. For music students, his recordings demonstrate how to inhabit a melody with maturity and restraint, making him essential listening for anyone learning to sing or arrange jazz repertoire.
Why we love this
Michael Sweeney has stripped this standard down to its essence without sacrificing the sophistication audiences expect from the tune. The Latin groove sits perfectly at Grade 1.5 - your ensemble gets to sound polished without wrestling with complex harmony or demanding solos. A trumpet and alto opening creates immediate interest, and the written stop-time drum fills give your percussionist something to sink into while keeping the ensemble locked.
What to expect
Smooth Latin swing with a touch of sophistication. The arrangement glides rather than struts, inviting listeners into a cool evening rather than commanding their attention. Hearing a familiar melody recast in this warm, unhurried groove reminds everyone why certain songs endure.
Who it's for
Jazz ensembles working at Grade 1.5 who need an accessible chart that still feels authentically jazzy. This works equally well for beginning jazz programs and for experienced ensembles looking for a dependable opener or closer. Directors building a concert that balances standards with contemporary material will find this bridges both worlds effortlessly.
How to get the most out of it
- Set the Latin groove early in rehearsals by having the rhythm section establish the feel before full ensemble enters. The pocket matters more than precision here.
- Balance the trumpet and alto duet so both voices float equally. This isn't a feature for one player over another.
- Let the stop-time section breathe. The written drum fills are there as templates; trust your drummer to own the space rather than rushing back in.
- Keep the ensemble sounding relaxed despite the tight Latin grid. This arrangement rewards listeners who hear ease, not effort.
How to use it
Lead off a jazz concert with this piece to establish the ensemble's comfort with Latin feels and set a relaxed tone for the audience. It pairs naturally with more uptempo swing charts later in the program, or stand it alone as proof that Grade 1.5 ensembles can make musical statements that matter. Consider programming it near the middle of the year once your rhythm section has settled into playing together.
Skills your students will build
- Latin jazz phrasing and rhythmic precision
- Blend and balance in small ensemble voicings
- Reading stop-time figures and responding to drum-driven accompaniment
- Improvisation readiness through written versus ad lib. interpretation choices