Dive into the timeless sounds of the big band era with Glenn Miller's "Oh, So Good," a vibrant collection of swing music and jazz classics released on August 8, 2001, under the Naxos label. This 55-minute album is a testament to Miller's enduring legacy, featuring a lively mix of well-known tunes and hidden gems. From the upbeat "Anchors Aweigh" and "Tuxedo Junction" to the soulful "Stardust" and "St. Louis Blues March," Miller's distinctive arrangements and the band's impeccable musicianship shine throughout. The album also includes lesser-known tracks like "My Isle of Golden Dreams" and "Wanna Hat with Cherries," showcasing the band's versatility and Glenn Miller's knack for selecting engaging material. Whether you're a longtime fan of swing music or a newcomer looking to explore the genre, "Oh, So Good" offers a delightful journey through the golden age of big band music.
2001 Naxos2001 Naxos
Tracks
Anchors Aweigh: Anchor AweighCharles A. Zimmermann, Alfred Hart Miles, Lovell, Glenn Miller, Glenn Miller Orchestra
Tuxedo JunctionJulian Dash, Bill Johnson, Erskine Hawkins, Glenn Miller, Glenn Miller Orchestra
A-Tisket a-TasketElla Fitzgerald, Al Feldman, Glenn Miller, Marion Hutton, Glenn Miller Orchestra
By the Waters of MinnetonkaThurlow Lieurance, Glenn Miller, Glenn Miller Orchestra
Trade WindsCliff Friend, Charles Tobias, Glenn Miller, Ray Eberle, Glenn Miller Orchestra
Oh so GoodJerry Gray, Glenn Miller, Glenn Miller Orchestra
My Isle of Golden DreamsWalter Blaufuss, Glenn Miller, Glenn Miller Orchestra
My! My!Jimmy McHugh, Frank Loesser, Glenn Miller, Marion Hutton, Glenn Miller Orchestra
Farewell BluesPaul Mares, Leon Rappolo, Elmer Schoebel, Glenn Miller, Glenn Miller Orchestra
Wanna Hat with CherriesVera Lynn, Carringer, Larry Clinton, Glenn Miller, Marion Hutton, Glenn Miller Orchestra
Little Brown JugTraditional, Glenn Miller, Glenn Miller Orchestra
I'll Take You Home Again KathleenThomas Westendorf, Glenn Miller, Glenn Miller Orchestra
Cowboy from BrooklynJohnny Mercer, Glenn Miller, Tex Beneke, Marion Hutton, Glenn Miller Orchestra
Solid as a Stonewall JacksonChummy MacGregor, Jerry Gray, Glenn Miller, Glenn Miller Orchestra
5 O'Clock Whistle: The Five O'Clock WhistleGene Irwin, Myrow, Glenn Miller, Marion Hutton, Glenn Miller Orchestra
Pennsylvania 6-5000Jerry Gray, Carl Sigman, Glenn Miller, Glenn Miller Orchestra
Star Dust: StardustHoagy Carmichael, Army Air Forces Training Command Orchestra, Glenn Miller
St Louis Blues: St. Louis Blues MarchW.C. Handy, Army Air Forces Training Command Orchestra, Glenn Miller