Americans in Paris Aug 17, 2009
Inglourious Basterds is a hundred and fifty-two minutes long, but Tarantino s fans will wait for the director s cut, which no doubt shows Shirley Temple arriving at Treblinka with the Glenn Miller band and performing a special rendition of Baby Take a Bow, from the immortal 1934 movie of the same name, before she fetchingly leads the S.S. guards to the gas chamber. ILLUSTRATION: JOHN RITTER. (New Yorker)
Want to be a star? First Arts Alive! performance has something for you Aug 13, 2009
Dec. 21 Glenn Miller Orchestra, U.S. Holiday Tour. This world-famous big band, which was formed in 1956, plays an average of 300 live dates a year. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
Stephen Palmer Senior Center in Needham offers activities Aug 12, 2009
It s Friday, Entertainment Live Sweets and Beats with Dick Partridge, featuring the music of Glenn Miller ... This program is all about the Glenn Miller band ... Join us as we fondly remember those days when Glenn Miller and his orchestra provided music with that special sound. (Needham Tab, MA)
Terre Haute to celebrate its most unknown famous gguyy (1) Aug 3, 2009
Thornhill worked as an arranger and pianist for a whos who of big bands, jazz, swing and bebop Benny Goodman, Tommy Dorsey, Andre Kostelanetz, Artie Shaw, Glenn Miller and Tony Bennett. He arranged, directed and played piano on the 1937 hit Loch Lomond (with the line You take the high road, and Ill take the low road) by Maxine Sullivan, a young singer he discovered. (Vincennes Sun Commercial, IN)
Al Natale Big Band to play at ‘Zumix Summer Concert Series’ in East Boston Aug 1, 2009
The trumpet-playing bandleader is at the Zumix Summer Concert Series, where you can expect an evening of Glenn Miller, Duke Ellington, and other tunes, plus Jim Bramante on vocals. Bring a picnic and dancing shoes. (Boston Globe)
•Meet the artist: John Tilford Jul 30, 2009
The music of legends such as Glenn Miller and Count Basie is still swingin', thanks to performers dedicated to the big band era. The Big Swing Band is one of those groups. (The Daily Journal)
* New craze for 1920s Lindy Hop Jul 27, 2009
The dance spread quickly thanks to the music of Count Basie, Benny Goodman and Glenn Miller. In the 1930s, dancers introduced the airsteps X acrobatics in which the man throws his partner over his head or between his legs. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Candy Coburn, opener at Wednesday's fair Jul 24, 2009
Born in Kentucky, raised in south Missouri while spending summers in Texas with her father, Candy Coburn s introduction to music came from her grandmother s 8-track tapes and records, consisting of gospel music, the Glenn Miller Orchestra, Loretta Lynn and George Jones ... Out of its 8-track and record players, gospel music played along with the sounds of the Glenn Miller Orchestra, Loretta Lynn and George Jones. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Chopper makes emergency landing on LA-area beach Jul 24, 2009
Johnny Vana and The Big Band Alumni performed authentic music of the 1940s including the songs of Benny Goodman, Billy May and Glenn Miller. SoCal temps hit triple digits, records broken. (Fresno Bee -- State)
Elvis, Sinatra top Curb's list for Hall Jul 6, 2009
I'd go to the Big Band era and look at the Glenn Miller Band. I think maybe I'd have to say Bing Crosby. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
‘How the Beatles Destroyed Rock ’n’ Roll’ looks beyond the pop charts Jul 3, 2009
In the sensationally titled How the Beatles Destroyed Rock n Roll, he recasts history to spotlight unjustly overlooked figures like bandleader Paul Whiteman, smooth jazz godfathers Guy Lombardo and Glenn Miller, early crossover megastar Harry Belafonte, and Frankie Laine, a gruff, bluesy singer who came into his own under the guidance of Mitch Miller, the key Columbia Records producer of the 50s. And while Wald considers the Beatles a seminal group, he suggests that their retirement from... (Boston Globe)
Rants and Raves Jul 3, 2009
Comments from our readers. SINCE MARK SANFORD has declared his love for the South American woman and left his office secretly to be with her, he should be removed from office immediately so he can have all that time to be with the woman he loves. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Bob Keys' column: Take a trip back in time, musically speaking that is Jul 2, 2009
Those of us who were old enough to have heard the Glenn Miller Orchestra, Tommy Dorsey and his Orchestra, Woody Herman, Duke Ellington, Harry James and dozens of other groups too many to mention, including my all-time favorite, Stan Kenton, were happy to be brought back to the Golden Age of big band music. And one more who brought his small band to my college when I was a freshmen, and Sylvia and I danced to his Snowfall theme and dozens of other popular songs from the 50s Claude Thornhill. (Hanover Mariner, MA)
Letters to the editor Jun 18, 2009
Hosted by the Ipswich Lions Club, and in honor of the town s 375th anniversary, the world famous Glenn Miller Orchestra, led by renowned trombonist, Larry O Brien took those from the Greatest Generation back to the time of their youth. Those in the audience; were of all ages, including some young boys, possibly 9 or 10 years old, who sat on the edge of their seats listening. (Ipswich Chronicle, MA)
Maynard Community Band season begins July 1 Jun 17, 2009
In addition to tunes like Glenn Miller s In the Mood, the band has Zoot Suit Riot by the Cherry Poppin' Daddies cued up. Bring a lawn chair or blanket, a picnic, and some cool lemonade to the park, sit back and enjoy a summer filled with harmony and rhythm with the Maynard Community Band. (Beacon Villager, MA)
Concerts at Sunset Lake in Braintree start June 23 Jun 16, 2009
It will be Big Band Night on July 14 when the 18-member Olde Kids appear and perform Jimmy Dorsey and Glenn Miller dance music numbers. Braintree s Ronnie Lewis and The Expedition, a popular musical group over the past three decades, will make a return engagement on July 21 with zany and toe tapping tunes covering the past half century. (Braintree Forum, MA)
How ’bout some Southern fried travelin’ music? May 30, 2009
And did y all notice that the fiddle break there about 3:30 or so owes quite a bit to Glenn Miller and In The Mood. Charlie s always been right eclectic in his music. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Fort White High School Class of 2009 graduates laugh at jokes about prom, their favorite teachers and the moments that made high school memorable. One hundred sixty nine students graduated Friday, which was the largest in the history of the school. JASON MATTHEW WALKER/Lake City Reporter May 30, 2009
Grier plans on attending LCCC for one semester, but hopes to join the Glenn Miller Band in the coming months after a recent interview about joining. He said he feels like his education at FWHS has prepared him for something bigger. (Lake City Reporter, FL)
Murphys Art Walk moves to outdoor venues May 29, 2009
She has designed posters and banners for local events such as Murphys Irish Days and the Bear Valley Music Festival' Glenn Miller Dance Party. New artists joining the Murphys Art Walk in June include Susie Hoffman, watercolorist; Lynn Keever, jewelry; and Sunny Sorenson, pastelist. (San Andreas Calaveras Enterprise, CA)
More to local music than pop princesses and rock wannabes May 28, 2009
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Benny Goodman's music still swings May 27, 2009
Artie Shaw, Harry James and Glenn Miller would eventually displace Goodman at the top of the heap, but for three or four years the man who couldn't stand the moniker "King of Swing" dominated American music. Caen recalled what the band sounded like in those early years, with "Krupa riding his high hat like a dervish, James puffing his cheeks till surely they must burst, those saxes playing like one, the rhythm always burning and churning and driving you out of your mind, and then, just when you... (San Francisco Chronicle)
Students tune in to big band May 18, 2009
Instead, students were discovering and, judging from their response at Thursday morning s assembly, thoroughly enjoying the sounds of Glenn Miller, the Andrews Sisters, and crooners of the 1940s. The introduction to the big band sound came via Radio Ballroom, a look back at the way people were entertained before every home had at least one or two televisions, Blu-ray discs or Wiis. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Culleoka students bring WWII-era music to life May 14, 2009
The music of Glenn Miller and the Andrew Sisters and the comedy shtick of George Burns and Gracie Allen are far removed from the current generation, but Culleoka s Unit School students have been working diligently to make them come alive again. From Thursday through Saturday, beginning at 7 p.m. each night, Culleoka students will present Radio Ballroom at the Culleoka Unit School auditorium. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Rufus Cole, Army vet, dancer traveled the world May 6, 2009
The major works of the Glenn Miller Orchestra, Tommy Dorsey and the Duke satisfied his musical sense. The couple loved to dance, relatives say, and won several contests back in the day. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Jazz performer returns to Siouxland roots May 3, 2009
"But it was my dad who was a jazz musician. He played the alto sax with Glenn Miller in Chicago. When he died, I remember Woody Herman showed up and said he remembered my dad.". After earning her degree, Barber remained in Iowa City, "working at the Mill washing dishes, because it was the only job I could find." She continued with her piano studies, before moving to Chicago and starting her jazz career. (Sioux City Journal)
Johnston music festival set Friday at LLC Apr 30, 2009
Following the choir will be the band performance of A Salute to Glenn Miller, Mike Story, arrangement; Bandology, Eric Osterling; Shenandoah, Robert Sheldon, arrangement; and The Cowboys, John Williams/Jay Bocook, arrangement. For more information about the festival, contact Dustin Smith, special events coordinator, at 234-5445. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
COLUMN: The 1960s were not so different when looking at the current decade Apr 14, 2009
" I agree that the music of the 60s and 70s was far superior to the music of today.In their day, that's the same thing that was said about Glenn Miller. ". Most commented. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Glenn Miller Orchestra returns to Jefferson City Apr 10, 2009
The Glenn Miller Orchestra will perform at 7 p.m. Wednesday at the Miller Performing Arts Center ... The Glenn Miller Orchestra returns to the capital city at 7 p.m. Wednesday for its first concert In the Miller Center for the Performing Arts, as part of the Jefferson City Community Concerts Association's 2008-09 season. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Glacier 10K, mile races draw 131 Apr 6, 2009
Undeterred by Juneau's typical spring conditions, 69 adults and 62 children flocked to the Mendenhall Glacier Visitor Center Saturday to open the racing season with the annual Glacier 10k and Mile Road Races. Susan Doherty was the top women's 10K finisher Saturday. (Juneau Empire)
UMHB Jazz Ensemble and Bell County Symphonic Band Present Joint Concert Apr 4, 2009
He has recently returned home from a 10 month international tour with the world famous Glenn Miller Orchestra. Currently, Harris can be heard performing on television soundtracks and commercials, as well as with many jazz bands and salsa bands in Southern California. (KWTX.com, TX)
Con's castle opens its doors to a rockin' audience Mar 30, 2009
"Big band music is not still about Glenn Miller," Motzing said. "It has a new sound and we're constantly discovering new things all the time.". (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Hunt Family Fiddlers to launch LCCCs Community Concert Series Mar 29, 2009
The concert will take place at 7:30 p.m. and feature big band renditions of Benny Goodman, Tommy Dorsey, Glenn Miller, Duke Ellington, Count Basie and others. The group also features music from Broadway, Latin American rhythms, waltzes and big band rock n roll arrangements. (Lake City Reporter, FL)
'40s style attitude will take the stage Mar 27, 2009
More than a concert, it s a big band theatrical swing revue that brings to life the era when all of America was listening and dancing to the same kind of music: Glenn Miller, Tommy Dorsey, Artie Shaw, Benny Goodman, Harry James, Erskin Hawkins, The Andrews Sisters, Frank Sinatra, and other greats of the 1940s. Featuring a company on stage of 19 including the In the Mood Singers and Dancers and the sensational String of Pearls big band orchestra, the show s arrangements, costumes and choreography... (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Jack Lawrence, 96; penned lyrics for 'Tenderly,' other hits Mar 24, 2009
Among his songs, written in collaboration, are "Sunrise Serenade," which was recorded by Glenn Miller, and "Yes, My Darling Daughter," a hit for Dinah Shore. Singer-pianist Michael Feinstein, a friend, said Mr. Lawrence had many hits but few became standards. (Boston Globe)
Obituary: Vincent C. Lascheid Jr. / Organist set tone for Bucs, Pens Mar 21, 2009
It was in that outfit that he played under Tex Benecke, who'd been the singing saxophonist with the Glenn Miller Orchestra before the war. After the war, Mr. Benecke and the Glenn Miller band again hit the road, and Mr. Lascheid went with them. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Airmen of Note Mar 20, 2009
Nestico helped the band adopt a more contemporary style while still paying tribute to the music of Glenn Miller and his contemporaries ... "We'll play Glenn Miller plus some more progressive and modern jazz. We'll do swing era, bebop and recognizable Big Band tunes. We'll do Count Basie, Duke Ellington and some lesser known composers."We hope people will leave humming one of the tunes. (St. Joseph Herald-Pallidium, MI)
New on DVD: 'Milk,' 'Rachel,' 'Pinocchio' Mar 13, 2009
But Glenn Miller performed it in 1942's on-DVD Orchestra Wives (Fox, $15). Getting Straight* * , 1970, Columbia, R, $20. (USA Today -- Life)
Actors attend Richard's funeral Mar 10, 2009
" On arrival, mourners were given an order of service, which included Richard's favourite chilli con carne recipe. Ex-EastEnders star Toddy Carty (front right) helped carry the casket In The Mood by Glenn Miller and 1960s hit Spirit In The Sky were among the songs that were played to the congregation. Carty, who also helped carry Richard's casket into the church, was close to tears as he arrived. Barbara Windsor walked in flanked by co-stars Steve McFadden (Phil Mitchell) and Patsy Palmer... (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Paul Stahl Jr. (1) Mar 6, 2009
He played his horn in the 1932 Olympics, and he had a small orchestra in the 30s, 40s, and 50s that played Glenn Miller and Tommy Dorsey swing music for dances. He was a baker par excellence. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
U.S. Military Academy Jazz Knights to perform at Chi-Hi on Thursday Mar 5, 2009
Past and present members of the band have played with such icons as Count Basie, Buddy Rich, Woody Herman, Maynard Ferguson, Ahmad Jamal, Chaka Kahn, Prince, Billy Cobham, and the Tommy Dorsey and Glenn Miller Orchestras. The Jazz Knights highlights over the years include playing with Benny Goodman at Lincoln Center in 1982, performing with the Duke Ellington Orchestra for the 200th Anniversary of the New York State Legislature, and twice appearing at the Hatch Shell for Boston s Independence... (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
All that jazz Mar 4, 2009
Published: Tuesday, March 3, 2009 10:54 PM MST Dance to the beat at Glenn Miller Night. It will be a night of dance, swing and boogie, all set to the music of the Sugar-Salem jazz bands, as they present their 15th annual Glenn Miller Night ... Glenn Miller Night will be held at Kershaw Intermediate School in Sugar City on March 13 and 14 at 7 p.m.. (Rexburg Standard Journal, ID)
Get ready to swing at UW-L Feb 27, 2009
The band is directed by Greg Balfany and will play the songs of Glenn Miller, Les Brown, Benny Goodman, Tommy Dorsey and more ... Among selections performed will be Benny Goodman s Let s Dance, Frank Sinatra s Goody Goody and Glenn Miller s In The Mood. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Things to do, Feb. 20-26 Feb 20, 2009
Here's just a sample of whose music is performed in this show: Benny Goodman, Glenn Miller, Tommy Dorsey, Artie Shaw, the Andrews Sisters and Frank Sinatra. Are your feet tapping already. (Fresno Bee)
Tom Patrick, drummer and band leader of Big Band Express, was recently presented with a Jerry Lewis drum cover when his band backed the famous comedian in concert at Desert Diamond Casino. He also recently backed Las Vegas singer Wayne Newton. Feb 20, 2009
Residents who grew up in an era of some of the finest music still thrill at the sound of Count Basie, Tommy Dorsey, Benny Goodman and Glenn Miller. It seems we just can t get enough of the big band sound and real music. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Looking Back Feb 19, 2009
" On Wednesday afternoon we had our Valentine party. The third grade was in charge of the program and refreshments. The program was as follows: Recitation, A pretty Valentine by Billy Fleming; song and exercise, My Valentine by the third grade; Recitation Mother's Valentine by Viola Gingerich. Those making one hundred in spelling this week are: Joseph Chody, Junior Ehrenfelt, Carolyn Fry, Alfred Grady, Ernestine Knepp, Emma Maxwell, Ila Miller, Katheryn Southwick and Lucille Votruba. 50 years... (Kalona News, IA)
Academy needs to get in tune Feb 18, 2009
10 "At Last", the Glenn Miller Orchestra ... And it didn't just appear in the musical Orchestra Wives; the melody of the tune, played by Glenn Miller and his orchestra, with vocals by Ray Eberle and Pat Friday (the ghost singer for star Lynn Bari), was a fixture throughout. (Vancouver Sun)
Etta James Says Beyonce Dis Was A Joke Feb 8, 2009
She said she was feeling "left out of something that was basically mine, that I had done every time you look around." The song, written in 1941, was first recorded by the Glenn Miller Orchestra, and then by Nat King Cole in 1957, but is best known for James' 1961 cover. On Friday, a spokesperson for Beyonc. (VHI.com -- Music News)
Etta James says rip on Beyonce was a joke Feb 7, 2009
As for At Last while it may be James trademark tune, the track was first performed by Glenn Miller and his orchestra in 1941 and later by Nat King Cole in 1957. James debuted her version in 1961. (MSNBC -- News)
Etta James versus Beyonce: You decide Feb 7, 2009
People (including Etta James) seem to forget that "At Last" was a hit for the Glenn Miller orchestra in 1942, and that the singer was Ray Eberle. "At Last" was his "signature tune" long before Etta came along to bend the tune. (Los Angeles Times)
Smart Spending Feb 7, 2009
Take a musical trip into the past with the You ll hear tunes originally associated with some of the great bands and leaders of the big band era, including the Glenn Miller Orchestra, Les Brown and the Band of Renown (which gave us both the song that inspired the Sentimental Journey Orchestra s name and the woman who sang it, Doris Day), Tommy Dorsey, Woody Herman and Stan Kenton. At Gresham Chapel. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
