Stompin' at the Savoy by Benny Goodman 1934

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Stompin' at the Savoy

32 bar song form. 4, 8 bar phrases. AABA pattern

First Chorus

  • Typical 'Swing' sound
  • Melody in low register unison saxes over regular crotchets in rhythm sec.
  • Muted trumpets enter on 3rd beat of each even numbered bar. Saxes hold long note
  • B phrase similar…

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