Ed Wellman. A beautiful way to wake up in the morning.

Great Norah Jones story: My husband’s a piano technician and a few years ago we received a call from a venue that was hosting Norah Jones. Husband didn’t know who she was and handed the phone to me to complete the appointment as he had a client waiting. Afterwards I asked him if he knew who she was; he didn’t. So I told him she was Ravi Shankar’s daughter and he really perked up! A few days later I heard him telling some younger friends that he was going to be working for Ravi Shankar’s daughter. They had no idea who Ravi Shankar was…
I still laugh thinking about that!

Thanks Johnny for another lovely chilled morning of great music!

Well done Ed for stepping so quickly into Dick’s shoes. Enjoyed the shows.

Thanks Ed, very rarely up to hear the Dawn Chorus, which, when I am, is thoroughly enjoyable! Lovely to hear you with my morning coffee ☕! I think Dick would be pleased! M x

What a very moving tribute to Dick Fisher from David Yarnell. Dick will be missed, we loved his programs. RIP Dick

I was saddened to hear of the passing of Dick Fisher this morning when I tuned into Andy’s show.

I thought the update to listeners was incredibly well handled and the show presented by Ed Wellman, in Dick’s usual slot, was presented with great care, compassion and respect, it demonstrated the very best way of how to handle such sensitive moments.

So sad to hear the sad news will be very much missed love to all his family

So very sorry to hear the very sad news this morning my thoughts are with his family RIP We will mis you telling us things that we never knew that we never knew.

I’m so very sorry and sad to read the news about Dick Fisher. A marvellous broadcaster who was a pleasure to listen to. Will miss that friendly warm personality.

This is so very sad, we listen to him every weekday. He was such a charming and friendly host. God bless him, he’ll be very missed. 🙏🏻

Really shocked to hear such sad news. A lovely presenter we so enjoyed spending our mornings with him. RIP Dick Fisher.

So sad to hear of Dick’s passing. He slotted in so well to SR and the station won’t sound the same without him; a true gent and a professional of the old school. Weekday mornings will never be the same. RIP

So saddened to hear the passing of Dick Fisher over the weekend. Such a lovely man, a calming voice with a sense of humour. He will be greatly missed by us all.My condolences to his family and friends.Rest in peace Dick.

What sad news to read this morning. I am thoroughly shocked and saddened. I remember Dick Fisher from Beacon Radio (Wolverhampton) and almost certainly heard his first programme on the station when it started in 1976. When radio was not as siloed as today I remember that many of my parents’ generation enjoyed his ‘Wine & Roses’ Sunday morning show. I also remember us going to one of those exhibition events where the Beacon OB wagon was present and it happened that Dick presenting his show.
Times move on and I gather that Dick went on to do other thngs in the industry and so it has been wonderful to hear him once again over this last couple of years – he slotted in so well so well into Brian Savin’s spot and his voice sounded just as I remember it. He played a good music mix and was excellent company (usually late nights for me).
And so now it seems all those things I don’t know that I don’t know will now remain unknown.
Sincere condolences to Dick’s family and friends.
Rest In Peace Dick Fisher.

My condolences and prayers for Dick’s family and all at Serenade Radio. Dick was an absolute joy to listen to every morning especially when telling us all about ‘the things we didn’t know, we didn’t know’.
Rest in peace Dick.

Very sad news this morning. Sending much love and many hugs to everyone at Serenade Radio.

Like everyone, I was shocked and saddened to hear of the passing of Dick Fisher. Hard to believe someone so chirpy on his morning shoe should suddenly no longer be with us. Thank you for sharing your joy in the music we love. R.I.P

So sorry to hear of the death of Dick Fisher. I always enjoyed his programmes. My good wishes go to his family and his colleagues.

Dick Fisher was an essential part of weekday listening to Serenade Radio. We will all miss him and the delight he took in presenting his shows. My thoughts with his wife and family and close friends. RIP Dick.

I’m very saddened to hear of the passing of our dear colleague, Dick Fisher. His friendly voice, intelligent conversation and love of good music epitomised the spirit of Serenade Radio. We’ll miss him enormously. Our thoughts are with Cynthia and their family.

I was shocked and very saddened to hear of the passing of my fellow SR broadcaster, Dick Fisher. He brought a unique and endearing style to the airwaves and will be dearly missed. My sincere condolences to his family at this sorrowful time.

I am shocked and very saddened by your news on Facebook, of the wonderful Dick Fisher’s passing. He was one of the highlights of my daily listening. I loved his bits of trivia and his calm voice. My condolences to his family and friends and of course to all at Serenade radio. Xxxx

Thanks to John Darvall for playing Donna Hightower’s “I’m in Love with Love” this morning. She did that in a single take back in 1974. That tenor playing is famous Spanish saxophonist Pedro Iturralde. Appreciate all your good music!

Hi – last week Andy played Rosemary Clooney singing Secret Love and I was wondering if there were any details of when bit was recorded or where it appears. I cannot find any trace of her version.
Thanks

I really love the hour of Showstoppers, cannot believe how quickly an hour can disappear. Much to my neighbours chagrin, I sing along for most of the show , thanks to all concerned and long may the show continue

Always such a treat to hear Mark Steyn and marvel at his knowledge and select interviews.

Listened in to An Hour of Jazz on a Sunday night and really loved.. a good calming hour 😌

Today was going along pretty much like most, and then I found Serenade Radio… a very positive moment.

Nana Maskouri is 90 and living in Switzerland

Just found Serenade Radio from Mark Styen’s X page, just up my street

Hi Andy, been enjoying listening to Jonathan and Darleen Edward’s, another version of Tiptoe Through the Tulips is by Tiny Tim. Could be a bit of twaddle sometime in the future.

Fabulous to hear Jonathan and Darlene Edwards. It’s so bad that it’s wonderful. They were such a talented couple. I had read that Jo and Paul did this as a party piece and was picked up by someone attending who was in the record business. Thank you Andy loved it to bits

One of the best radio stations I ever experienced, great professional presentation. I am sending out the vibes to a lot of my friends here in Ireland.

Fabulous breakfast show this morning from Steve James…just brilliant!! Vicki Carr and Noel Harrison just amazing…Without doubt the coolest early show around …and we’ve still got Late Night Extra and Sunday breakfast to come!!!!

Could it be that Andy M is 64 today or sometime this weekend? Signing off with “When I’m 64” this morning got me to thinking that this might be the case (see Presenter profiles). If this is indeed the case, Happy Birthday, Andy !

I have only recently heard of Serenade Radio, and I absolutely love it. I have it playing as much as I can. Thank you so much, keep up the great radio station.

Rising to the challenge of Andy’s “what’s it all about” this morning, the song ‘Jesusita en Chihuahua’ is a polka concerning a lady called Jesusita who lived the Mexican town of Chihuahua.

Over the years since 1916 the tune has sprouted other names. Stanley Black and His Orchestra call it ‘The Cactus Polka’. And at certain times of year Jim Reeves can be persuaded to dress it up as ‘The Merry Christmas Polka’.

Great radio station nice to hear Big Ben at 6 am today and the music we like to hear thank you

Hi Andy for your bit of nonsense slot, how about Don’t jump off the roof dad by Tommy Cooper, or Bernard Cribbins Right said Fred, or Hole in the Ground. Then there is always the weather song by flanders and Swan instead of the hippopotamus song, they have a vast selection of great songs and there is always Noel Murphy and Murphy and the Bricks. Love your programme ❤️

Happy Birthday, wonderful Serenade Radio. The only thing left to listen to that sounds sane and rational. Celebrating the very best of all our shared memories and the wonderful musical background to our early lives. Thank you Andy and ALL of you, I’m with you most of the day and night. xxx

Great to hear Glenda Collins “Fairground” on Steve James show this morning. I don’t know why it wasn’t a big hit. Fab version by Nancy Sinatra of Earl Grant’s “The End” as well. Many thanks Steve for the brilliant music over the weekend 👍

Many congratulations to all involved in providing the music we oldies love to listen to, my radio is constantly on. The music you and your colleagues play will never die, long live Serenade and all involved

I can now listen to my old crooner favourites playing standards and a greater variety of songs that other so called easy listening stations don’t play,I listen from 7am until late and can’t get enough of this marvellous music,a big thank you and keep up the good work.

Hi Guys
Just made a small donation to the station. It isn’t much but I hope it helps.
Please keep up the good work as we need alternative radio to main stream media.
All the best for the future. James.

Isn’t this a lovely day?

Three fab songs from 1969, especially Cass Elliot. Love her voice. Neil Diamond as well. Thanks Johnny 👍

My wife and I really enjoy Steve’s shows, both Latin Lounge and Hot Pipes. He is so knowledgeable!

How lovely to hear the Ink Spots’ “Someone’s Rocking My Dreamboat” played just now; when I was a small girl I spotted a wind-up gramophone and a pile of 78s at a school jumble sale, and bought the lot for half-a-crown, included in the records was this, and I’ve loved the Ink Spots music ever since!!

Wow! Hurricane Smith… well done Peter Tomlinson. Takes me back to my orientating DofE days in the early 70’s. What a notable career Norman Smith had. Now, if only I could remember what we were supposed to do with the map and compass…

Mmmm – more Harry Connick please.

Listened to the TV show on New Year’s Day, it was fabulous. How can two hours pass so quickly. The very worrying thing is how many of the words I knew to not only the songs but all the words to the advertisements. Thanks Andy, hope there will be another soon

Happy New Year to you. I hope it is a happy and healthy one. In addition to your usual great programmes l loved the History of the NDO, but sadly, due to the festivities l missed the 3rd and last programme. Is it possible to repeat it again in the future, along with that other superb programme Those Academy Awards. Fingers crossed, and thanks so much for giving us all a wonderful radio station. All the Best, Paul

I’ve just listened to the third of the Northern Dance Orchestra programmes. It brought back wonderful memories of working in the Playhouse in the era covered by today’s programme. A fantastic band right up until the end. Big thanks to Ian Reed for all the work he’s done in preserving their legacy.