Moonlight In Vermont

The lyrics are also unconventional in that each verse (not counting the bridge) is a haiku.

Published: 25 Apr 2018 Updated: 07 Jul 2020Visits: 70Code: UL444

INSTRUMENTS: Jazz Main: Any Others: Leadsheet Play-along ANY
Subjects: Jazz • Repertoire • Standard

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Moonlight In Vermont

Moonlight in Vermont is a popular song about the U.S. state of Vermont, written by John Blackburn (lyrics) and Karl Suessdorf (music) and published in 1944. The lyrics are unusual in that they do not rhyme. John Blackburn, the lyricist, has been quoted as saying, "After completing the first 12 bars of the lyric, I realized there was no rhyme and then said to Karl, 'Let’s follow the pattern of no rhyme throughout the song. It seemed right.' The lyrics are also unconventional in that each verse (not counting the bridge) is a haiku.

The lyrics are unusual in that they do not rhyme. John Blackburn, the lyricist, has been quoted as saying, "After completing the first 12 bars of the lyric, I realized there was no rhyme and then said to Karl, 'Let’s follow the pattern of no rhyme throughout the song. It seemed right.' The lyrics are also unconventional in that each verse (not counting the bridge) is a haiku.

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The song is considered an unofficial state song of Vermont and is frequently played as the first dance song at Vermont wedding receptions. It was first introduced by Margaret Whiting in a 1944 recording, and has been covered by numerous other artists over the years. Stan Getz and Gerry Mulligan recorded it several times apiece.

Johnny Smith Quintet - Moonlight in Vermont

One of my favorite guitarist of all-time. Johnny Smith had amazing chops an was a clean as can be.

Moonlight in Vermont is a 1956 compilation album by jazz guitarist Johnny Smith , featuring tenor saxophonist Stan Getz. The material on the album was recorded between 1952 and 1953, and was drawn from two 10-inch Lps, both titled "Jazz at NBC", which were previously issued by the Royal Roost label. The title track, Moonlight in Vermont - singled out for its virtuosity, was a highly influential rendition of a jazz standard that secured Smith's position in the public eye.

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