Best Big Band Songs

An internet poll, though absurdly unscientific, asked people to name their favorite big band song. We do a rundown, working our way to end up unmasking the recording that got the most votes.

Playlist

King Porter stomp — Benny Goodman

Tuxedo junction — Glenn Miller

You made me love you — Harry James

Woodchopper’s ball — Woody Herman

Take the “A” train — Duke Ellington

Begin the beguine — Artie Shaw

I’m getting sentimental over you — Tommy Dorsey

Skyliner — Charlie Barnet

A string of pearls — Glenn Miller

Opus #1 — Tommy Dorsey

Stompin’ at the Savoy — Benny Goodman

In the mood — Glenn Miller

Moonlight serenade — Glenn Miller

Sing, sing, sing — Benny Goodman