Glenn Miller Orchestra at Chandler

The world famous Glenn Miller Orchestra, the most popular and sought-after big band in the world today, will play Chandler Music Hall in Randolph Monday, Nov. 6, at 7 p.m.

With its unique jazz sound, the Glenn Miller Orchestra is considered to be one of the greatest bands of all times. On tour since its formation in 1956, this 19-piece orchestra performs world-wide, an average of 300 dates a year, to consistent rave reviews. Chandler Music Hall and the classic big band will provide a stroll down memory lane with some of the best musicians in the country.

One of the reasons the "new age" version of older bands sounds so good is because they have young, very talented musicians who have had the advantage of being trained at some of the most prestigious music schools in the country. The music, which evokes romance and patriotism, dated from the 1940s, but big man swing is a young man’s game. Anyone expecting to see a band of graying old men on stage is in for a surprise. The average age of the musicians is a remarkably youthful 28-1/2.

The ensemble consists of five saxophonists, four trumpeters, four trombonists, a pianist, a bassist and a drummer. It is a combination initiated by Glenn Miller back in 1938 that would set the band apart from all the rest. In addition to live performances, the orchestra made record-breaking recordings such as "Tuxedo Junction," "In the Mood," "Pennsylvania 6-500," and "Chattanooga Choo Choo."

"The music was smooth as honey, sharp as a tack and oh so classy," said a recent concert reviewer. "From a beautiful opening "Moonlight Serenade" and "In the Mood," the band jumped into a fast-paced evening of jazz, swing, timeless classics and traditional big band numbers. This proved why they’re still the most sought-after big band around."

Reserved seats for the concert can be ordered by calling 728-6464 and online at tickets@chandler-arts.org.

The performance is presented by Chandler Center for the arts and sponsored by Edward Jones and Ultramotive Corporation.

During intermission and before and after the show, visit the Chandler Gallery for "Seeing Eye to Eye." Whitcomb High School senior Maya Robinson presents an exhibit of photographs from International Youth Exchange Programs spanning 25 years of local residents capturing the spirit of the world beyond our borders. The show runs through Nov. 19.

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