The Glenn Miller Orchestra was originally formed in 1937 by Glenn Miller. It's unique, tight and popular sound was produced by arranging for a clarinet and tenor saxophone playing melody, while three other saxophones played the harmony. Miller had already formed one band before this in 1936, but he dissolved it as he considered it too similar to other bands of the era.
After the disappearance (and presumed death) of Miller in 1944, the band was reconstituted under the direction of Tex Beneke, its lead tenor saxophonist, singer, and one of Miller's longtime close friends. A few years later, the Miller estate, having parted ways with Beneke, hired Ray McKinley, principal drummer in Miller's Army Air Force band, to organize a new "ghost band" in 1956. The group went on, playing as a tribute to Miller's memory.
The Glenn Miller Orchestra continued to record and perform under various leaders starting in 1956. It is still touring today. Currently, trombonist Larry O'Brien leads the band.
Members:
Larry O'Brien - Trombonist, musical director
Julia Rich - vocalist
Ryan Garfi - vocalist
Kevin Sheehan - Lead Alto Saxophone
Bryan Wente - Alto Saxophone
Scott Van Domelen - Tenor Saxophone
Gregory Pflugh - Tenor Saxophone
Fil Lorenz - Baritone and Alto Saxophone and Clarinet
Ashley Hall - Lead Trumpet
Stephen Forse - Trumpet
Joe Badaczewski - Trumpet
Kyle Simpson - Trumpet
George Reinert III - Lead Trombone
Chris Fortner - Trombone
Steve McCallum - Third Trombone
Jason Bennett - Bass Trombone
Nathaniel Shafer - Piano
Justin Watt - Drums
Bart Delaney - Bass
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Glenn Miller Orchestra Lyrics
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That's the day you promised to come back to me
When you whispered, "Farewell", in Capistrano
Twas the day the swallow flew out to sea
All the mission bells will ring
The chapel choir will sing
The happiness you'll bring
When the swallows come back to Capistrano
That's the day I pray that you'll come back to me
All the mission bells will ring
The chapel choir will sing
The happiness you'll bring
Will live in my memory
When the swallows come back to Capistrano
That's the day I pray that you'll come back to me
In Glenn Miller's song When The Swallows Come Back To Capistrano, the lyrics tell the story of a person who is longing for their lover to come back to them. Capistrano is a small town in California where, according to legend, swallows return every year on March 19th to nest after having flown thousands of miles from Argentina. The opening line "When the swallows come back to Capistrano" is used as a metaphor to signify a time of hope and renewal, representing the possibility of reconciliation in the relationship.
The lyrics go on to express the fond memories the person has of their lover and the promises made before they parted. The mention of the mission bells and chapel choir singing highlights the importance of Capistrano's religious history and suggests that the relationship is a spiritual one. The person refers to their memories of happiness with their lover and hopes that they will come back to them on this special day.
Overall, the song is a poignant tale of love and hope, with the imagery of the returning swallows representing the possibility of a fresh start.
Line by Line Meaning
When the swallows come back to Capistrano
The time you promised to return to me, which is when the birds start coming back to Capistrano
That's the day you promised to come back to me
The day you swore you would return to me
When you whispered, "Farewell", in Capistrano
The moment you said goodbye to me in Capistrano
Twas the day the swallow flew out to sea
The day the bird left and flew over the ocean
All the mission bells will ring
The bells in the mission will sound and fill the air
The chapel choir will sing
Singers in the chapel will perform with their voices
The happiness you'll bring
The joy you will bring to me
Will live in my memory
Will always be remembered in my mind
That's the day I pray that you'll come back to me
The day I hope and wish that you will come back to me
Lyrics Β© BMG Rights Management, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: LEON T. RENE
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jja kiefte
Solos by Tex Beneke on tenor sax and Clyde Hurley on trumpet.
There's also a spiffing version from Carroll Gibbons and the Savoy Hotel Orpheans with a vocal by Greco-English balladeer George Melachrino. After the pianosolo the band really cuts loose.
A Trip Down Memory Lane
I'll have to check out that version by Carroll Gibbons!
nandofigueira2005
Wonderful! Magic!
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Fabulous magic.