THE musical exploring the life and work of legendary band leader, Glenn Miller, is set to visit Southampton on its 2014 tour.

Bugle Boy is at the city’s 02 Guildhall from July 31 to August 2.

What exactly happened to Glenn Miller remains as much a mystery today as when the icon went missing at the end of the Second World War.

Bugle Boy, by award-winning playwright, Den Stevenson, traces the life of the legendary musician from leaving college to play in various bands including his own as he searches tirelessly for over 20 years, with the constant support and love of his wife, Helen, for a unique band sound.

When he eventually succeeds in his quest; he and his family only enjoy the fruits of fame for three short years. When America joined the Second World War after the bombing of Pearl Harbor; he joins the Army, forms the subsequently famed A.E.F Band and flies to Europe to play to the Armed Forces; then goes missing in mysterious circumstances.

Den Stevenson became obsessed with making a musical about the great band leader whilst being booker for Glenn’s younger brother, Herb Miller and his Orchestra; honing his unique concept on English soil before presenting the Show in America – firstly in Virginia and then on Broadway, where it was choreographed by Duke Ellington’s granddaughter Mercedes.

Bugle Boy features all of Glenn Miller’s famous and instantly recognisable tunes including Little Brown Jug, Moonlight Serenade, Pennsylvania 6-5000, Chattanooga Choo Choo, Kalamazoo, American Patrol and many others.

Tickets are on sale now.