This book offers a fascinating and insightful look at the big band era. Features information on 43 of the most popular big bands (leader, history, personnel, theme song, hit recordings, anecdotes, etc.), an introductory overview of the era in general, a listing of the most popular featured vocalists and the bands with whom they sang, many classic photos, and 53 big band standards. Songs include: Amapola (Pretty Little Poppy)-- Body and Soul-- Cherokee-- I Can't Get Started with You-- In the Mood-- Leap Frog-- Marie-- The Peanut Vendor (El Manisero)-- Sentimental Journey-- Star Dust-- Stompin' at the Savoy-- Take the "A" Train-- There, I've Said It Again-- Young at Heart-- and more.