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Age of Big Band

The 1940's was the age of big band, swing was king and the Prom was the only place...

Aired 03/06/1995

Age of Big Band

Lost Twin Cities

Age of Big Band

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The 1940's was the age of big band, swing was king and the Prom was the only place...

The 1940's was the age of big band, swing was king and the Prom was the only place big enough to contain all the excitement. Other clubs opened to cater to the large crowds. Now, they're just a distant memory of the patrons who danced and the musicians who played at the Prom and Treasure Inn. Guests: Brooks Henderson, Jules Herman, Harry S. Given, Jr., Richard "Dick" M. Mann, Percy Hughes

Aired 03/06/1995

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