The Band of Renown: Les Brown's Big Band Legacy

This book tells the story of Les Brown and his Band of Renown. It begins with his early swing years, then covers the band's run of nine number-one hits. Later chapters explore its television work with Doris Day, Dean Martin, and Steve Allen, and Brown's half-century partnership with Bob Hope across radio, stage, and USO tours. It closes with the band's legacy, including Les Brown Jr. and the discography. Big band fans and lovers of classic American music will enjoy it. 156 pages.