Glenn Miller was an American big band musician, arranger, and bandleader in the swing era of the 1930s and 1940s. He became one of the most popular and influential musicians of his time, leading the Glenn Miller Orchestra, which recorded several hit songs, including "In the Mood", "Moonlight Serenade", and "Chattanooga Choo Choo". Miller's distinctive sound was characterized by his clarinet playing, saxophone arrangements, and a strong emphasis on melody.
Miller grew up in Iowa and began playing the clarinet as a teenager. He studied music at North Western University and later attended the Juilliard School in New York City. In the early 1930s, he worked as an arranger for various bands, including those of Benny Goodman and Red Norvo. Miller's own orchestra was formed in 1938, and it quickly gained popularity with its unique blend of sweet, melodic arrangements and strong rhythm sections.
Tragically, Miller's life was cut short when he disappeared on December 15, 1944, during a flight to perform for troops stationed in France. The cause of his disappearance remains unknown, but it is believed that his plane may have crashed in bad weather or been shot down by friendly fire. Despite his untimely death at the age of 39, Miller's music continues to be enjoyed and celebrated today, with many considering him one of the greatest musicians of all time.
GLENN MILLER PURE GOLD RCA ANL-0974(e) SWING/JAZZ/POP VINYL LP
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Glenn Miller People Will Say We're In Love 7" RCA Victor EPA21494 EX 1960s US pr
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Chattanooga Choo-Choo / Serenade In Blue Glenn Miller And His Orchestra 1959
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GLENN MILLER & HIS ORCHESTRA The Collection 1976 UK DOUBLE vinyl LP best of
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CLASSIC GLENN MILLER 78 CHATTANOOGA CHOO CHOO / I KNOW WHY US BLUEBIRD B-11230 E
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The Unforgettable Glenn Miller 72 Greatest Hits 6 x Vinyl Record Boxset
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vinyl record Glenn Miller plays selections from"The Glenn Miller Story" RCA
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GLENN MILLER AND HIS ORCHESTRA DOUBLE LP - THE GLENN MILLER COLLECTION
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Glenn Miller Glenn Miller No 3 EP RCA RCX1040 1960 picture sleeve, Glenn M
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The Legendary Glenn Miller Vol. 2 LP Glenn Miller and his Orchestra (RCA)
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GLENN MILLER - 1960 - 4 track EP/ Gold Standard Series / RCA RCX-1003 - RARE
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GLENN MILLER GOLDEN HOUR OF GLENN MILLER 12" VINYL LP GH 831 1973
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Syd Lawrence With The Glenn Miller Sound LP Fontana SFL13178 EX/EX 1969 With The
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Glenn Miller & His Orchestra(Vinyl LP)Plays Selections From The Glenn M-VG+/VG+
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Glenn Miller And His - Unforgettable Glenn Miller 72 Of His Greatest - S7294z
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Glenn Miller - Original Recordings 1937 - 1942 - New Vinyl Record - 9 - S7294z
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The Glenn Miller Orchestra - The Best Of The Glenn Miller Orchestra - Vol. 1 ...
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2 vinyl Glenn Miller David Gunson what goes up must c ome down
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3 SISSY JOE LOSS LOVE ALONE WALTZ GLENN MILLER OUT OF SPACE JAZZ ME BLUES
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The Unforgettable Glenn Miller, 72 Hits , Reader's Digest 6 Lp Set
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THE REAL GLENN MILLER THE GLENN MILLER STORY 12" Vinyl Record 1971 VG+/VG+(2278)
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ORCHESTRA WIVES (GLENN MILLER ) VINTAGE 10 " VINYL FILM SOUNDTRACK RECORD
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The Unforgettable Glenn Miller 72 Of His Greatest Original Recordings On Vinyl
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Glenn Miller – Plays Selections From "The Glenn Miller Story" 12” Vinyl LP Album
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Glenn Miller On Stage LP Lotus LOP14143 EX/EX 1986 Italian pressing, On Stage
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