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Strike Up the Band

A teenage boy pursues his dream of becoming a professional musician, while his girlfriend aims to become his ideal partner, as they collaborate to organize elaborate big-band performances with their classmates in an attempt to achieve stardom.

In the movie, a young couple dreams of competing in a prestigious high school bands contest, but their financial struggles threaten to derail their dreams. However, a chance encounter with the contest's organizer, Paul Whiteman, leads to an unexpected opportunity. Despite initial hesitation, Whiteman agrees to fund their band's participation. But when a friend falls gravely ill, the couple must use the borrowed funds to cover emergency medical expenses, forcing them to reevaluate their priorities and find a way to make things right.

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Info about Strike Up the Band

Studio(s): Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer

Originally Released: United States, Sep 27, 1940

Production Country: United States

Budget: $838,661.00

Genres:Comedy, Musical, Romance