Play mp3 files from windows explorer window

From time to time, I would like to select multiple mp3 files while within Windows Explorer, and play them...
But, if I press ENTER, iTunes only plays one of the multiple files...if I right click on the files for options, selecting either PLAY or OPEN does nothing...
How can I get iTunes to PLAY multiple files selected from within Windows Explorer?
Newest version of XP pro sp2 and iTunes, etc...
Thanks

Make sure you know the folder(s) where the MP3s reside. Depending on your setup, it might be "My Music." Then go into iTunes and use the command File > Add Folder to Library, and navigate it to the folder.

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