Music returns to the Light Fantastic

Once the nation's favourite sound on the wireless, light music is making a finely orchestrated revival. Suzy Klein meets those at the forefront of a finely orchestrated revivalAn orchestra ­shimmers, its golden ­melodies prodding deep ­memories: suddenly, you're imagining Brighton pier and ice creams, deck chairs and dance bands, tea at the Ritz. And this weekend, at London's Southbank Centre, you'll be able to hear those familiar echoes of a past world.That sound is light music – the ­pop...

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