This song, Moanin’ by Mingus, is the kind of song that we used to play in the Jazz Ensemble. Now having moved on to the Big Band, I will miss these kind of songs. And when you add Jimmy Smith to the mix, all I can say is, “Smokin’!”
JB and Greg, you catching the killer sax section in the back, especially the bari sax? :o)
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About Gandalfe
Just an itinerant saxophonist trying to find life between the changes. I have retired from the Corps of Engineers and Microsoft. I am an admin on the Woodwind Forum, run the Seattle Solid GOLD Big Band (formerly the Microsoft Jumpin' Jive Orchestra), and enjoy time with family and friends.
Very nice!
Getting ready for slumber I poured a glass of burgundy sipped slow while I enjoyed this song your right darling Smokin! Sweet Post. Kisses and Hugs Catherine
Hey Jim,
Played Moanin at a jam session last night, didn’t know the tune too well, but I had heard it a number of times so it worked out all right. The youtube video on this page has been banned or something though, might want to get a new version. And Jimmy Smith is awesome, love his recordings, esp. the ones with Stanley Turrentine.
-Neal
Fixed. Thanks Neal.