During the late 1920s and early 1930s, Miller managed to earn a living working as a freelance trombonist in several bands. His first band was formed in 1937 but failed to distinguish itself and eventually broke up.
Following the break-up of his first band, Miller realized that he needed to develop a unique sound, and decided to make the clarinet play a melodic line with a tenor saxophone on the same note, while three other saxophones harmonized. With this sound combination, the Miller band that became the most popular was born in 1938. After a shaky start, it made his new band a nationwide hit.
In 1942, Miller joined the United States Army Air Forces where he continued his musical career with the Army Air Force Band.
On December 15, 1944, Miller was to fly from the United Kingdom to Paris, France, to play for the soldiers who had recently liberated Paris. His plane departed from RAF Twinwood Farm in Clapham, Bedfordshire and disappeared while flying over the English Channel. No trace of the aircrew, passengers or plane has ever been found. Miller's status is missing in action.
His music is still iconic of the time period in which he lived and continues to draw thousands of fans of all age groups.
Glenn Miller was a popular visitor to Bedford and its American Air force bases. He is still remembered to this day by the people of Bedford with a bronze bust displayed on the front of the towns Corn Exchange, and more recently, what remains of the Twinwoods Airfield being renovated as a Glenn Miller Museum and outdoor event site
2) Glenn Miller was a Jamaican reggae and soul artist of the 1960's.
Along with other legendary artists such as Bob Marley & the Wailers and Desmond Dekker he recorded for the Trojan record label.
A Nightingale Sang In Berkeley Square
Glenn Miller Lyrics
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There was magic abroad in the air
There were angels dining at the Ritz
And a nightingale sang in Berkeley Square
I may be right, I may be wrong
But I'm perfectly willing to swear
That when you turned and smiled at me
The moon that lingered over London Town
Poor puzzled moon, he wore a frown
How could he know we two were so in love?
The whole darned world seemed upside down
The streets of town were paved with stars
It was such a romantic affair
And as we kissed and said goodnight
A nightingale sang in Berkeley Square
And like an echo far away
A nightingale sang in Berkeley Square
The lyrics to Glenn Miller & his Orchestra's song A Nightingale Sang In Berkeley Square describe a magical night where the singer met someone special. The song invokes a whimsical, romantic atmosphere by referencing angels dining at the famous Ritz hotel in London and a nightingale singing in Berkeley Square. The singer admits that they may be unsure about their feelings, but they were sure that the nightingale sang when their love interest smiled at them. The moon, oblivious to their love, appears puzzled and upside-down to the couple, who are lost in their own world. The streets of London are transformed and paved with stars, and the nightingale's song echoes in the distance as they part ways.
Line by Line Meaning
That certain night, the night we met
On the special evening when we first encountered each other
There was magic abroad in the air
The atmosphere was filled with enchantment
There were angels dining at the Ritz
Referring to the grand and premium settings in which the elite people were enjoying their meal
And a nightingale sang in Berkeley Square
The sweet melody of a bird echoed in the famous gathering spot
I may be right, I may be wrong
It's possible that my statement is true, or maybe it's not
But I'm perfectly willing to swear
I'm ready to affirm solemnly and with certainty
That when you turned and smiled at me
At the point when you rotated and displayed the cheerful expression directed towards me
A nightingale sang in Berkeley Square
The sweeping yet gentle sound of a bird could be heard in Berkeley Square
The moon that lingered over London Town
The large celestial body that lingered in the sky above London
Poor puzzled moon, he wore a frown
The moon appeared confused and unhappy
How could he know we two were so in love?
The moon couldn't possibly understand the depth of our feelings towards each other
The whole darned world seemed upside down
The entire world appeared to be inverted, topsy-turvy
The streets of town were paved with stars
The roads of the city were decorated with celestial lights
It was such a romantic affair
The occasion was so romantic and special
And as we kissed and said goodnight
When we locked our lips and bade farewell
A nightingale sang in Berkeley Square
The beautiful voice of a bird could be heard in the beloved gathering place
And like an echo far away
Just like a sound reflected from a distance
A nightingale sang in Berkeley Square
The pure, melodious notes of a bird could be heard resonating in Berkeley Square
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, RESERVOIR MEDIA MANAGEMENT INC
Written by: Eric Maschwitz, Manning Sherwin
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George
From another lost world when talent counted ,great stuff 👍