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Source: BBC Radio 4 "Painting the Clouds with Sunshine"
Roundup
November 5, 2005

Early British Bandleaders, 1st of 3 [30min]

Humphrey Lyttelton presents a series exploring the world of the early British Bandleaders. In the 1920s and 30s, names like Ambrose, Lew Stone and Ray Noble ruled the music scene. The programme reveals how these bandleaders lived life to the full during the golden age of the Dance Band. With contributions from Rosemary Squires and Stanley Black; plus rare recordings of the bandleaders in conversation.
Read entire article at BBC Radio 4 "Painting the Clouds with Sunshine"