Short Biography
Alton Glenn Miller (March 1 1904–presumably December 15 1944), was an American jazz musician and band leader in the swing era. He was one of the best-selling recording artists from 1939 to 1942, leading one of the best known "Big Bands". Miller's signature recordings include, "In the Mood", "T... Read More...
Donation from trombonist bolsters CUs Glenn Miller archives - Colorado Daily Steve Miller, son of famed University of Colorado alum Glenn Miller, talks to visitors about his father in a room dedicated to the musician in the CU Heritage Center. At right is Kay Oltmans, director of the center. Photo by Marty Caivano Kay ...
Keeping the Big Band sound alive - Edwardsville Intelligencer The Diz Strohman Band will return to the American Legion on Sunday. Edwardsville resident Marion Strohman is still trying to bring back that big band sound. Strohman is the leader of the 17-piece big band that performs songs from the 1930s and 1940s ...
Music boosters invite public to show - Fort Morgan Times The Fort Morgan High School Music Department is making music again this school year. Students involved in the orchestra groups, band, various choir programs and jazz band will be performing their Fall Music Showcase on Tuesday, Oct. 21, at 7 p.m. in ...
