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Painting the Clouds with Sunshine

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on BBC Radio 4 FM

New series 1/3. Humphrey Lyttelton explores the fascinating world of the early British band leaders. In the 1920s and '30s names like Ambrose, Lew Stone and Ray Noble ruled the music scene. Lyttleton reveals how these band leaders lived life to the full during the golden age of the dance band. With contributions from Rosemary Sguires and Stanley Black, and rare recordings of the band leaders in conversation. Producer: Stephen Garner

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Presenter:
Humphrey Lyttelton
Producer:
Stephen Garner
Source: Radio Times

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