Bart Howard was an American composer and songwriter best known for his iconic jazz standard, 'Fly Me to the Moon.' Originally titled 'In Other Words,' the song's enduring popularity was cemented by Frank Sinatra's 1964 recording. Over his long career, Howard worked as an accompanist for cabaret singers and wrote over 200 songs. His work remains a quintessential part of the Great American Songbook, celebrated for its sophisticated melody and heartfelt lyrics.