BLUE MOON - Free Jazz Leadsheet

"blue moon" is a widely known jazz and pop standard, composed in 1934 by Richard Rodgers and Lorenz Hart. Its romantic melody and harmonically rich structure have made it enduringly popular.

The first recording by Glen Gray and the Casa Loma Orchestra established its smooth swing feel. Subsequent versions by vocalists and instrumentalists alike have cemented its place in the jazz repertoire.

The song expresses longing and romantic reflection. Its structure allows for clear phrasing and melodic embellishments, offering space for expressive improvisation and ensemble interplay.