Young Benny Goodman is taught clarinet by a music professor. He is advised to play whichever kind of music he likes best, but to make a living, Benny begins by joining the Ben Pollack traveling band.

Credits

Valentine DaviesDirector

Steve AllenBenny Goodman

Donna ReedAlice Hammond

Berta GerstenMama Goodman

Barry TruexBenny Goodman (age 16)