Glenn miller biography book
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Glenn Miller
American big band musician (–)
This article is about the swing musician. For other uses, see Glenn Miller (disambiguation).
Alton Glen "Glenn" Miller (March 1, – December 15, ) was an American big band conductor, arranger, composer, trombone player, and recording artist before and during World War II, when he was an officer in the US Army Air Forces.[1] His civilian band, Glenn Miller and his Orchestra, was one of the most popular and successful bands of the 20th century and the big band era.[2][3][4]
Glenn Miller and his Orchestra was the best-selling recording band from to Miller's civilian band did not have a string section as his military unit did, but it did have a slap bass in the rhythm section. It was also a touring band that played multiple radio broadcasts nearly every day. Their best-selling records include Miller's theme song&#;&#; "Moonlight Serenade"&#;&#; and the first gold record ever made, "Cha
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SOLVING A MYSTERY
A notable achievement, Glenn Miller Declassified from Potomac Books is the critically acclaimed biographyof bandleader Glenn Miller, who disappeared at the height of his fame on December 15, Weaving together social and military history, Dennis M. Spragg presents a critically praised narrative that reads like both a mystery and investigative journalism. Consequently, this is the definitive story of what really happened to one of America’s most iconic musical legends. Here is a preview:
Glenn Miller, the most popular musician in the world, boarded a military airplane in England on Friday, December 15, , for a flight to France. The airplane took off but never arrived. Since that day, his disappearance has been a magnet for speculation. But was he aboard the airplane? What route did the pilot fly? How or where did the Noorduyn C &#;Norseman&#; crash? Why was Glenn Miller in England and traveling to France? Also, did the Eighth Air Force and Supreme He
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Glenn Miller Declassified
"Spragg has crafted a book that will appeal and benefit an eclectic group of readers, including those with interests in World War II, big grupp and swing music, unsolved mysteries, and of course, Glenn Miller himself."—Military Review
“Spragg debunks a variety of conspiracy theories on Miller’s disappearance. . . . But even readers uninterested in conspiracy theories will be impressed with Miller’s extraordinary talent, remarkable work ethic, and commitment to music, the ‘kids,’ and his country.”—Richard Culyer, World War II Magazine
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“A magnificent new look at [Glenn Miller’s] entire career, as well as a stunning conclusion about how he really went down in ’s most famous aerial missing person case. It’s not what you think, either!”—Blaine Taylor, Military Advisor
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"This is an important book about a significant chapter in the life of Glenn