Somewhere in Time radio programs are devoted to nostalgic memories of the past. The SIT show lineup consists of three distinct memory-filled shows featuring:

  • Big Bands, Sweet bands, and combos
  • Theatre Pipe Organs
  • Make Believe Ballroom — Bands of today playing the music of yesterday (Swing, etc.)

Big Band Memories
Big Bands are the mainstay of these programs, which are sprinkled with old commercials and recollections of the "good old days." Think about how exciting it was to listen to Miller, Dorsey, Shaw, Callaway, Ellington, Basie, Jurgens, Vallee, Weems, and even Tiny Hill. Benny had his new style of music called "swing" and was on every Saturday night...

If you can recall the famous "radio wires" from the Glen Island Casino, the Roseland Ballroom, the Aragon, or the Trianon, you'll feel right at home with these shows.

Theatre Pipe Organ Shows
Before the advent of "talkies," silent movies were accompanied by a giant Wurlitzer or Barton pipe organ. The organist not only played before and after the show, but added excitement to the movie with special music and effects.

Today, many of these mighty theatre pipe organs have been restored and can be heard in their original glory. This program is produced in cooperation with the Motor City Theatre Organ Society and the Detroit Theatre Organ Society.

If you can recall the thrill of hearing the roar of these mighty instruments, this one-hour show is for you. This SIT program is the only regularly scheduled Theatre Pipe Organ radio show in the United States!

Make Believe Ballroom
This one-hour show features the bands of today playing the music of yesterday. The program is mostly music, giving the listener the thrill of actually being in the ballroom. Many of the bands are from California and enjoy providing Swing music.

For non-stop dancing music, Make Believe Ballroom is for you! Hosted by Alison Harris and Heather Novak.

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