Band Theme Songs: Rare & Famous / Various - Band Theme Songs-Rare & Famous

Although it is necessary in any collection of theme songs to include those tunes that immediately come to mind such as Benny Goodman, Glenn Miller, etc. We have attempted to include many bands that the casual listener may not recall. Even the serious collector might find the Johnny McGee theme with his excellent trumpet work new to them. Regarding Johnny McGee & His Orchestra, he made thirty two recordings yet, the Rust discography of American Dance Bands does not mention the band. While the Larry Clinton theme Dipsy Doodles though known he never recorded the tune, and the broadcast version included here with vocal by Bea Wain is the only time she ever sang this tune. Give a listen to the Leo Reichman band theme. This white band chose a superb black trumpet player by the name of Bubber Miley who was featured soloist on many of the band's best recordings.

1) Alexander's Swinging
2) Contented
3) Fatal Fascination
4) It's Over Because We've Through
5) What's New
6) Starburst
7) Dipsy Doddle
8) Under the Stars
9) Let's Dance
10) Desert Serenade
11) The Boston Tea Party
12) Blue Flame
13) Melodear Swing
14) You're Just a Dream Come True
15) Day Dreams Come True at Night
16) How I'll Miss You When the Summer Is Gone
17) Until the Real Thing Comes Along
18) Bye Bye Blues
19) Just for Awhile
20) Moonlight Serendade
21) Does You're Heart Beat for Me
22) Song of the Islands
23) Pagliacci
24) What Is This Thing Called Love
25) Nightmare
26) Let's Get Together