Relive the golden age of swing with "The Swing Era: The Music Of 1941–1942—Swing As A Way Of Life," an iconic compilation released in 1971 by Time Life Records in collaboration with Capitol Records. Legendary big bands and jazz musicians perform some of the most memorable songs from the height of the swing era on this album.

Featuring classic hits from Glenn Miller, Duke Ellington, Tommy Dorsey, Lionel Hampton, Benny Goodman, Harry James, Count Basie, and Charley Barnet, this collection captures the vibrant energy and timeless appeal of swing music. Perfect for jazz enthusiasts and music historians alike, this album showcases the rich cultural heritage of the 1940s and the enduring legacy of swing as a way of life.

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📜 Tracklist:
Disc 1:

A String Of Pearls (Glenn Miller Version)
Don't Sit Under The Apple Tree (Glenn Miller Version)
Warm Valley (Duke Ellington Version)
Swing Low, Sweet Chariot (Tommy Dorsey Version)
Flying Home (Lionel Hampton Version)
Jersey Bounce (Benny Goodman Version)
I Cried For You (Harry James Version)
Basie Boogie (Count Basie Version)
Charleston Alley (Charley Barnet Version)
Air Mail Special (Benny Goodman Version)
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Publication Date: 1971
Genres: Jazz, Big Band, Swing
Label: Time Life Records /Capital Records (STL 346)
Topics: Jazz, Big Band, Swing
Contributor: Internet Archive
Language: English