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TV/FILM: The Glenn Miller Story

The 1954 film starring James Stewart, The Glenn Miller Story traces Miller's rise from pit-orchestra trombone player to leader of the most successful big band of his era. June Allyson is on hand as Miller's wife, Helen, who learns the value of patience when Glenn spends his wedding night jamming with {{Gene Krupa = 8500}} and {{Louis Armstrong = 3483}}. Given an officer's commission during World War II, Miller helms the swingin'est military band ever heard...

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TV/FILM: The Glenn Miller Story

All About Jazz — The 1954 film starring James Stewart, The Glenn Miller Story traces Miller's rise from pit-orchestra trombone player to leader of the most successful big band of his era.... more info

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