Who was Alton Glenn Miller?
Q: Who was Alton Glenn Miller?
A: Alton Glenn Miller was an American big band musician, arranger, composer, and bandleader in the swing era.
Q: What are some of his notable recordings?
A: Some of his notable recordings include "In the Mood", "Moonlight Serenade", "Pennsylvania 6-5000", "Chattanooga Choo Choo", "A String of Pearls", "At Last", "(I've Got a Gal In) Kalamazoo", "American Patrol", "Tuxedo Junction", "Elmer's Tune" and "Little Brown Jug".
Q: When did he become the best-selling recording artist?
A: He became the best-selling recording artist from 1939 to 1943.
Q: What did he do during World War II?
A: During World War II, he led bands in the U.S. Army.
Q: How did he die?
A: While traveling in France during World War II, Glenn Miller's airplane disappeared over the English Channel and he is presumed to have died at that time.
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