[Michael_A]

Hi SOTW nation,
as a new born host I would like to propose for June's TOTM - "I'm in the mood for Love".
Scrolled the list of TOTMs from previous years and didn't see it. I guess it will be pretty simple and pleasant tune for B and I in terms of dealing with a beautiful melody.
For B&I Plus, so called Advanced class guys it will be interesting too… and if our BIG cats (I will not name them) will desire to provide their takes, it will just shine up the great tune written 85 years ago and played by all the greats.
And will stimulate others.
OK, I stop my roman…

1. I suggest to take a quick read of the tune's "bio" (I always do, to refresh my jazz soul ): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/I'm_in_the_Mood_for_Love

2. Here are the scores and backing track : https://1drv.ms/u/s!Ar0t68kb42Tx32NfE8KAQJjkB0T_?e=amPOEo

Note: backing and C score are from Mr. Abersold vol. 72; 3 files - for Alto, Tenor and Flute (another C) are kindly provided by Taragot. Thanks to Peter too (for care).

Say truth, I would recommend even for a beginner, to touch the lead sheet only for a reference and use the ear. The tune is easy melody and rhythm wise and could/should be quickly memorized. Finally, we are jazz oriented here .
When you'll know the "text" with the "closed eyes" and play it freely with the track, you will be much more efficient during impro part.

Take into consideration please: the mantra of the tune is "LOVE"

Of course, if you can provide interesting playback, slower maybe, it will be nice. We can reduce the tempo of the offered one to make it sound as a ballad.

Have fun!

Michael.
P.S. there are dozens of renditions on youtube…
Charlie The Bird -

James Moody -

Ella Fitzgerald -

And many other diamonds… choose your favorite…
I loved much Barbra Streisand rendition -

 

[mrpeebee]

Thanks for taking up the hosting for this month Michael.

I've added this thread to the B&I TOTM index:
https://forum.saxontheweb.net/showt...ce-January-2010-onwards&p=4029854#post4029854

Looking foward to a good month!

 

[mrpeebee]

Here is my favourtie tenor version by Arnett Cobb:

And the fumiest vocal version by Louis Prima:

 

[Michael_A]

Hi guys,
just to let you know that I added to the initial share new folder "E-flat concert - I am in the mood for love".
I found and uploaded another backing track that is slower and is a different version + the concert key is E-flat. That could be interesting too.
Anyway it is good for practice I think and of course it would be great if you will provide both versions of your playing.

For now I placed in the E-flat folder pdf in C that will be for Alto. I will ask Taragot to make a printed pdf in F for Tenor.
If not printed … I can quickly transpose lead sheet tomorrow for those who may need help with transposition.

BTW, found an interesting info about E-flat itself (could be not a "secret" for many):

"The key of E-flat major is often associated with bold, heroic music, in part because of Beethoven's usage. His Eroica Symphony, Emperor Concerto and Grand Sonata are all in this key. Also Beethoven's (hypothetical) 10th symphony is in the key of E-flat major. But even before Beethoven, Francesco Galeazzi identified E-flat major as "a heroic key, extremely majestic, grave and serious: in all these features it is superior to that of C." "

So, with this track you have a chance to make a "heroic" version of your "I am in the mood for Love"

 

[J-Moen]

I'm excited to play! This will be a great amount of fun. I may even do a vocal take!

 

[Michael_A]

I'm excited to play! This will be a great amount of fun. I may even do a vocal take!

and I am excited to see your offer for Advanced TOTM!

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Little update: now E-flat folder in initial share contains the pdf with lead sheets for alt, tenor and flute along with E-flat track.
The file was prepared by Taragot.(Thanks!)

 

[Michael_A]

Here is my favourtie tenor version by Arnett Cobb:

Incredible tenor...

 

[AddictedToSax]

No longer available....try another one>>>

 

[Taragot]

Hi,
am I the first to upload this month? Nice and easy tune - very lovely! I took tenor and my robusto mpc and a forestone hinoki reed. I have to try some different reeds, because this setup is chirping a lot (or is it me?). Anyway - here's the track:
https://hearthis.at/taragot/im-in-the-mood-for-love/

 

[bcalvanese]

Hi,
am I the first to upload this month? Nice and easy tune - very lovely! I took tenor and my robusto mpc and a forestone hinoki reed. I have to try some different reeds, because this setup is chirping a lot (or is it me?). Anyway - here's the track:
https://hearthis.at/taragot/im-in-the-mood-for-love/

Wow!!!

Excellent playing!!!

Very nice job!!!

 

[Michael_A]

Hi,
am I the first to upload this month? Nice and easy tune - very lovely! I took tenor and my robusto mpc and a forestone hinoki reed. I have to try some different reeds, because this setup is chirping a lot (or is it me?). Anyway - here's the track:
https://hearthis.at/taragot/im-in-the-mood-for-love/

Hi Taragot,
charming sound (personal). Great impros from the start... I found that usually your "impos" are shy from the beginning... Here you start very interesting and later really surprising lines. Cool!
just June 2...
Make another one in a "heroic" key...

 

[Alex Nyman]

https://soundcloud.com/alex-nyman-759436259%2F80-east
Here's my take on this beautiful song. I'm playing on a recently acquired Conn 6m and I really love this horn despite the ergonomic and intonation challenges it presents. I did it by ear and a one take and stuff the mistakes recording so please bear that in mind when you listen if you have time. Thanks and I look forward to the other takes this month. Alex

 

[Alex Nyman]

Hi,
am I the first to upload this month? Nice and easy tune - very lovely! I took tenor and my robusto mpc and a forestone hinoki reed. I have to try some different reeds, because this setup is chirping a lot (or is it me?). Anyway - here's the track:
https://hearthis.at/taragot/im-in-the-mood-for-love/

Lovely take Taragot. Very much in keeping with the backing track. Warm and inviting sound on tenor. Love it.

 

[DarrellMass]

https://soundcloud.com/alex-nyman-759436259%2F80-east
Here's my take on this beautiful song. I'm playing on a recently acquired Conn 6m and I really love this horn despite the ergonomic and intonation challenges it presents. I did it by ear and a one take and stuff the mistakes recording so please bear that in mind when you listen if you have time. Thanks and I look forward to the other takes this month. Alex

Smooth, like a nice piece of milk chocolate! Loved every moment.

 

[J-Moen]

Hi,
am I the first to upload this month? Nice and easy tune - very lovely! I took tenor and my robusto mpc and a forestone hinoki reed. I have to try some different reeds, because this setup is chirping a lot (or is it me?). Anyway - here's the track:
https://hearthis.at/taragot/im-in-the-mood-for-love/

Now that is some fantastic playing Taragot! You're tone is so velvety and smooth, really sets a great tone for this song. I had to listen back 2-3 times, because I kept getting lost in the song and realizing I wasn't analyzing. Great playing! Sets a great tone for more to come!

The chirps are something I'm working through with my Boss and a hinoki (I also had them on my Robusto), but I was chirping even more with RJS reeds... I'm trying some Rigottis out tomorrow.

 

[J-Moen]

https://soundcloud.com/alex-nyman-759436259%2F80-east
Here's my take on this beautiful song. I'm playing on a recently acquired Conn 6m and I really love this horn despite the ergonomic and intonation challenges it presents. I did it by ear and a one take and stuff the mistakes recording so please bear that in mind when you listen if you have time. Thanks and I look forward to the other takes this month. Alex

You've got a great sound! 6ms are fantastic, and it doesn't seem like you have any trouble with it at all. Could here you were at home the whole song through!

 

[Michael_A]

https://soundcloud.com/alex-nyman-759436259%2F80-east
Here's my take on this beautiful song. I'm playing on a recently acquired Conn 6m and I really love this horn despite the ergonomic and intonation challenges it presents. I did it by ear and a one take and stuff the mistakes recording so please bear that in mind when you listen if you have time. Thanks and I look forward to the other takes this month. Alex

It's wonderful! ...

 

[buddy lee]

Hi,
am I the first to upload this month? Nice and easy tune - very lovely! I took tenor and my robusto mpc and a forestone hinoki reed. I have to try some different reeds, because this setup is chirping a lot (or is it me?). Anyway - here's the track:
https://hearthis.at/taragot/im-in-the-mood-for-love/

Sounds great... I chirped on the Hinoki reeds too so I stopped using them, it's probably not you.

 

[Brendan]

Anyway - here's the track: https://hearthis.at/taragot/im-in-the-mood-for-love/

Love your velvety tone. The chirps just add character !
Great phrasing in the solo, a nice relaxed feel.
The difference between this and say, your Bach on flute is dramatic (both excellent). :mrgreen:

https://soundcloud.com/alex-nyman-759436259%2F80-east Here's my take on this beautiful song. I'm playing on a recently acquired Conn 6m

Fantastic modern sound Alex. (I like that tasteful echo)
Thanks for posting, that was awesome !! :mrgreen:

 

[bcalvanese]

https://soundcloud.com/alex-nyman-759436259%2F80-east
Here's my take on this beautiful song. I'm playing on a recently acquired Conn 6m and I really love this horn despite the ergonomic and intonation challenges it presents. I did it by ear and a one take and stuff the mistakes recording so please bear that in mind when you listen if you have time. Thanks and I look forward to the other takes this month. Alex

By ear?
One take?
Mistakes?

Holy Crap!!!

That was AWESOME!!!