Would you help me build a music sampler for my kid?

My son has awesome taste in music. I’d like to put together a few CDs for him, to help him expand.

He really enjoys Big Band music – Glenn Miller Band’s “In the Mood” is his absolute favourite song right now.

He listens to All Night Jazz on NPR every night.

I’ve had him listening to my “Stray Cats” channel on Pandora, and we’ve been rocking out to Rockin’ Robin and The Twist.

So, three separate genres. Can you help me come up with a list of songs?

I know nothing about jazz, for one. I love Big Band and the great rock and R&B of the late 50s and early 60s, but I’d hate to leave out something wonderful.

So… what are your favourites?