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Often hailed as the King of Swing, Benny Goodman helped popularize swing and racial integration in big bands during the 1930s and 1940s. His 1938 Carnegie Hall concert is celebrated as a milestone in jazz history, elevating his national prominence and shaping the modern sound of American jazz. The Kingdom of Swing, a 1939 book by Goodman, offers a glimpse into his creative world, while Adventures in the Kingdom of Swing documents his life and the era in a PBS American Masters presentation. Explore upcoming, museum-style events, screenings, and educational talks inspired by Goodman’s enduring legacy.

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As you search for Benny Goodman experiences, you’ll encounter a rich discography including posthumous releases that continue to inform collectors and fans—such as The Complete RCA Victor Small Group Recordings. For the most up-to-date programs, screenings, and museum talks tied to the King of Swing, check event pages that treat each date as its own standalone experience. Secure your seats with confidence, knowing that the Goodman story is preserved through official channels like bennygoodman.com and trusted archival sources.

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Links to official social media and more about Benny Goodman are included below to help you connect with the community and learn about upcoming opportunities to celebrate the Swing era.

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Quick Facts About Benny Goodman and The Kingdom of Swing

  • Benny Goodman is widely known as the 'King of Swing' and helped popularize swing and integrate bands in the 1930s–40s. ([britannica.com](https://www.britannica.com/biography/Benny-Goodman?utm_source=openai))
  • The Kingdom of Swing is a 1939 book authored by Benny Goodman; a first-edition signed copy exists and is documented in auction records. ([historical.ha.com](https://historical.ha.com/itm/books/biography-and-memoir/benny-goodman-the-kingdom-of-swing-new-york-1939-first-edition-signed/a/6186-45539.s?utm_source=openai))
  • Adventures in the Kingdom of Swing is a PBS/American Masters documentary (aired in 1993) that documents Goodman’s life and the Swing era. ([pbs.org](https://www.pbs.org/wnet/americanmasters/benny-goodman-about-benny-goodman/615/?utm_source=openai))
  • The Carnegie Hall concert in 1938 is regarded as a milestone moment in jazz history and helped cement Goodman's national prominence. ([britannica.com](https://www.britannica.com/biography/Benny-Goodman?utm_source=openai))
  • There are major posthumous Benny Goodman releases and compilations (e.g., The Complete RCA Victor Small Group Recordings, 1997) that form much of the modern discography used by collectors. ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Complete_RCA_Victor_Small_Group_Recordings?utm_source=openai))
  • Goodman died in 1986; there are no living 2025 tours by him; any 2025 activity would be screenings or museum/academic events. ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Benny_Goodman?utm_source=openai))

The records

Benny Goodman and The Kingdom of Swing Discography

  • Live at Carnegie Hall 1938 Complete
    1999 · Legacy (Sony)
  • The Complete Capitol Small Group Recordings Of Benny Goodman 1944-1955
    1993 · Blue Note / Capitol Jazz
  • The Complete Capitol Trios
    1999 · Capitol Jazz / Blue Note
  • The Complete RCA Victor Small Group Recordings
    1997 · RCA Victor
  • The Complete Trios
    1999 · Blue Note
  • The Famous 1938 Carnegie Hall Jazz Concert
    1950 · Columbia (Legacy reissues)
  • BG in Hi-Fi
    1954 · Capitol Records (reissued/compilation in later years)

The hits

Top Benny Goodman and The Kingdom of Swing Songs

  • Symphony (1945)
    1945 · Billboard Best Sellers in Stores: 1
  • Why Don't You Do Right (1943)
    1943 · Billboard Best Sellers in Stores: 4
  • Taking a Chance on Love (1943)
    1943 · Billboard Best Sellers in Stores: 11
  • Let's Dance (1939)
    1939 · N/A

As you search for Benny Goodman experiences, you’ll encounter a rich discography including posthumous releases that continue to inform collectors and fans—such as The Complete RCA Victor Small Group Recordings. For the most up-to-date programs, screenings, and museum talks tied to the King of Swing, check event pages that treat each date as its own standalone experience. Secure your seats with confidence, knowing that the Goodman story is preserved through official channels like bennygoodman.com and trusted archival sources.

Links to official social media and more about Benny Goodman are included below to help you connect with the community and learn about upcoming opportunities to celebrate the Swing era.

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