There were many famous and talented composers and conductors on the American Light Music Scene of the 1940s and 1950s, and some names still trigger wistful smiles of recognition to members of the older generation around the world. Others may have been temporarily forgotten, although the contents of this CD should rekindle some pleasant reminders - as did the first American collection on Guild GLCD5105. Younger music lovers now have the opportunity to discover why recordings by the likes of David Rose, Andre Kostelanetz, Percy Faith, Morton Gould, Victor Young, Nelson Riddle - and so many others brought enjoyment to countless millions during the middle years of the 20th century.

Artists

Orchestra not none, Walter Scharf Orchestra, Percy Faith Orchestra, Nelson Riddle Orchestra, Richard Hayman Orchestra, Morton Gould Orchestra, The Pittsburgh Strings, Victor Young Singing Strings, Meredith Willson Orchestra, Robin Hood Dell Orchestra, Kermit Leslie Orchestra, Boston Pops Orchestra, Billy Vaughn Orchestra, Andre Kostelanetz Orchestra, David Carroll Orchestra, David Rose Orchestra, Hugo Winterhalter Orchestra, Gordon Jenkins Orchestra, Frank Perkins 'Pops' Orchestra, Acquaviva Orchestra, Walter Scharf, Hugo Winterhalter, David Rose, Morton Gould, Andre Kostelanetz, Camarata, Richard Hayman, Percy Faith, Arthur Fiedler, Richard Jones, Billy Vaughn, Nelson Riddle, Frank Perkins, Gordon Jenkins, David Carroll, Kermit Leslie, Victor Young, Meredith Willson