Early on in the Second World War the BBC in Britain used its radio services to boost the morale of millions of factory workers through a daily programme of non-stop music called "Music While You Work". During the periods when this show was not being broadcast, factories often played records on their own loudspeaker systems. Recognising the need for a series of discs offering catchy, tuneful music, in 1942 Decca started releasing 78s on a special 'Music While You Work' label, and many of these contained light music. A selection has been chosen for this CD, with popular orchestral and show music appearing alongside some true light music 'classics'.

Artists

Tivoli Concert Hall Orchestra, Harry Davidson Orchestra, Harry Fryer Orchestra, Mantovani Orchestra, Reginald Pursglove Orchestra, Richard Crean Orchestra, Ronnie Munro Scottish Variety Orchestra, The Studio Orchestra, Svend Christian Felumb, Harry Fryer, Richard Crean, Reginald Pursglove, Harry Davidson, Annunzio Paolo Mantovani, Phil Green, Ronnie Munro, Svend Christian