Black And Tan Fantasy
Duke Ellington & Луи Армстронг Lyrics

As the lyrics are instrumental in Duke Ellington's song Mooche, the interpretation must be on the musical aspects of the piece. The song's melody is a testament to Duke Ellington's mastery of swing jazz styles. The song's rhythm is a cascade of syncopated beats that create a sense of motion and energy. The staccato horn blasts of the brass section punctuate the melody and enhance this feeling of forward momentum. The piano and bass combine to establish a steady pulse, while the drums punctuate the rhythm with sharp cymbal crashes.

One can detect the influence of the blues on this song. The opening melody has a melancholic quality that evokes the blues, and the solo improvisations that follow are steeped in the call-and-response style that is common to blues music. Ellington's musical language creates a sense of hunger and desire that builds throughout the song, making it an excellent example of the swing jazz form.