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Continuing the celebration of the 80th Anniversary of Glenn Miller’s Army Air Force Band, The Glenn Miller Orchestra made their Huckabee debut over the weekend and were joined by Grand Ole Opry member and country music icon, Crystal Gayle for the first time ever for their popular single “Sentimental Journey.” The Glenn Miller Orchestra also performed “In The Mood” for Huckabee’s excitement of the live audience.
To watch the performance of “Sentimental Journey” and “In The Mood” visit here.
"What a thrill it is to perform this incredible music with such a talented band and an iconic singer," shares Erik Stabnau - Music Director for The Glenn Miller Orchestra. "These songs have stood the test of time for the past 80 years, and I'm certain they always will. Sharing the stage with Crystal Gayle for the first time on 'Sentimental Journey' makes this moment truly historic."
"I am honored and excited to be invited to sing "Sentimental Journey" with The Glenn Miller Orchestra," shares Crystal Gayle. "I am a longtime fan of Glenn Miller and the big band era."
Recently released on Hindsight Records, The Glenn Miller Orchestra: 80th Anniversary Of The Army Air Force Band, the vinyl collection contains fourteen hits newly recorded with strings. This project of fully remastered songs includes hits such as “Moonlight Serenade,” “All I Do Is Dream Of You,” “Sunrise Serenade,” “Cherokee,” “Speak Low,” “I Know Why (And So Do You),” “Adios,” “At Last,” “Sentimental Journey” with Crystal Gayle, and Miller’s biggest hit, “Chattanooga Choo Choo.”
During World War II, bandleader Glenn Miller wanted to fulfill his patriotic duties and boost the troops' morale by bringing upbeat American music and live performances to our soldiers. He valued entertaining them over showing off artistic talent and succeeded in both aspects. Leading the Army Air Force Band, he delighted troops with a large, flexible group of forty-five or more musicians. Miller received his official position in October 1942, and the band began performing in March 1943. Although Miller aimed to entertain soldiers overseas, the band didn't depart until June 1944. During the fall of 1944, the band was set to embark on a six-week tour of Europe with a base in Paris. Miller chose to depart early to arrange for the group's arrival. On December 15th, Glenn Miller boarded a transport plane bound for Paris and was never seen again.
Grammy®, AMA, ACM, and CMA award-winning country music singer and Grand Ole Opry member Crystal Gayle recently joined forces with The Glenn Miller Orchestra for a new rendition of the classic “Sentimental Journey,” which was the first single initially recorded by Doris Day and Les Brown, “Sentimental Journey” became a massive hit during World War II and continues to stand the test of time. Premiered by People.com, “Sentimental Journey” features the timeless vocals of Crystal Gayle combined with the unforgettable arrangements of The Glenn Miller Orchestra.
Between 1939 and 1942, Glenn Miller led The Glenn Miller Orchestra, which became one of the most recognized names globally during the “Swing” era. Boasting an unmatched series of chart-topping records, The Glenn Miller Orchestra surpassed the sales of Benny Goodman, Artie Shaw, Duke Ellington, Count Basie, Jimmie Lunceford, Tommy Dorsey, and Harry James combined. Throughout the three and a half years, Miller produced 16 chart-toppers and 72 top-ten hits, including a remarkable 31 in 1940 alone and earning the first-ever gold record for “Chattanooga Choo Choo.” Miller's music not only defined the era of World War II but has endured as a timeless soundtrack, with bands carrying his legacy performing to enthusiastic crowds over the 80 years since his passing. Today, under the direction of Erik Stabnau, the current Glenn Miller Orchestra maintains a rigorous schedule, standing as one of the few full-time big bands still thriving in the contemporary music scene.
'The Glenn Miller Orchestra: 80th Anniversary Of The Army Air Force Band' Vinyl Track Listing:
Moonlight Serenade
In The Mood
All I Do Is Dream Of You
Sunrise Serenade
Long Ago (And Far Away)
I’ll Get By (As Long As I Have You)
Cherokee
Sentimental Journey (With Crystal Gayle)
Speak Low
Pennsylvania 6-5000
I Know Why (And So Do You)
Adios
At Last
Chattanooga Choo Choo
More about The Glenn Miller Orchestra:
The Glenn Miller Orchestra is owned and operated by Glenn Miller Productions, Inc., under license from the Miller Estate. Glenn Miller Productions, Inc., has the sole and exclusive right to use the Glenn Miller Orchestra name.
The orchestra, reorganized in 1956 and on the road ever since, has performed in all 50 United States and throughout Europe, Australia, Iceland, New Zealand, Guam, the Philippines, and South and Central America. Additionally, the orchestra has toured Japan annually since 1964. The “Road Book” carried by the Glenn Miller Orchestra adds up to over 300 charts, many of which are out of the original library. Today, the complete library has over 1,700 compositions, including the original charts from the civilian and Army Air Force bands.
More about Hindsight Records:
Hindsight Records is one of North America's largest Bebop and Big Band catalogs. They restore, maintain, and manage a vast catalog of not only some of the greatest jazz recordings of all time but also have the pleasure of giving that same “kid gloves” treatment with some more contemporary artists and an awe-inspiring mass of some of the greatest classical works of our time. Hindsight Records also owns Country Rewind Records, which releases unheard recordings from some of the greatest classic country artists of all time, including Waylon Jennings, Conway Twitty, Ferlin Husky, Bob Luman, and more!
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