Are Glenn Miller's children still alive today?

Answer 1

Currently there are 16 or 17 musicians.

The original civilian band had a similar number of performers but also included 5 vocalists.

The Army Air Force Orchestra included between 40 and 45 musicians depending on the date and location.

Answer 2

It's now almost 66 years since Glenn Miller last appeared in front of his original orchestra, so very few of the original members are still living. To the best of my knowledge only Paul Tanner, Ray Anthony, and Trigger Alpert are still with us.

From the AAF Orchestra, only arranger Norman Leyden survives.

Thank God for all of the recordings.

Answer 3

Daughter Jonnie spent most of her younger life as a stay-at-home parent. She has recently become more active in promoting her father's music and handling the affairs of his estate. Son Steve opted for a career as a gunsmith. He passed away in 2012.

Many of Glenn's blood relatives inherited the same strong musical genes. Brother Herb was a originally a music teacher. After a period of some deep personal problems he moved to England where he led a successful dance band patterned on his brother's. He passed away in 1987 but his son John now leads the band, and daughter Wynne is a singer and dancer.

Answer 4

Jonnie is in her 60s and is involved with her father's estate.

Steve passed away in early 2012.

Answer 5

The only surviving member is Howard Williams. Lead Trombone

Answer 6

Yes