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Richard on 15 July 2023
I m sorry to hear about David leaving us.
Anne Wade on 14 July 2023
So sad to hear the passing of David Corbett 🥲 loved listen to his show he will be sadly missed.
Prayers for his family🙏🏻🙏🏻 RIP David🙏🏻🙏🏻
Karen on 14 July 2023
I was so very sad to hear of the death of David Corbett. A very knowledgeable man, who was so enthusiastic about the music he played he passed that enthusiasm to the listener . He certainly introduced me to many a tune that I had not heard before . My sincere condolences to his family and friends . RIP David. We will miss you .
Paul on 14 July 2023
Saddened to read of David Corbett’s passing – having listened to The Light Programme for several years his knowledge of “the kind of music you just don’t hear anymore” was vast. Sincere condolences to David’s family, friends and colleagues.
David Small on 14 July 2023
So very sorry to hear the death of lovely presenter David Corbett who presented The Light Programme. I loved his programme and never missed his shows. He played the lovely kind of music that we used to hear on the radio in days gone by. RIP David you will be so missed
Anthony on 14 July 2023
Very sad to have just read the news of the passing of David Corbett who presented the “Light Programme” on Sunday nights.
My music taste is extremely wide and it was good to see acknowledgement to music ignored virtually anywhere else.
Some may say(and it is an attitude within radio in general)to avoid playing certain music because it is unpopular. Forgetting that could be because a genre of music is dropped or given little exposure.
The same stations with such an attitude start to sound too similar. Copy each other. Are unadventurous. Repetatative.
Unfortunately the programme was on air on one of very few nights I am in company and not at home. Unable to record it to listen to later.
Many years ago. My friend Bob Monkhouse. Yes the very same. Did a wonderful music series featuring the music David played on Serenade on BBC Radio 3.
Once again sending heartfelt condolences to David’s family and colleagues. And thinking of him too.
Steve on 16 July 2023
I’ve only just seen the news, and would like to echo Anthony’s words – David was a wonderful broadcaster, whose knowledge of the his field was imparted subtly but authoritatively. It is a favourite genre of music for me, and I was astonished from his two-hour programmes how many pieces I had not heard of before.
I remember that Bob Monkhouse series for a national broadcaster, I wish I’d recorded it, as I do with David’s wonderful programmes. I would love to hear repeats at some point. My thoughts are with his family.
Karen on 14 July 2023
I am at the Goodwood festival of speed….a Christmas present to my husband. Im not a great fan of cars and am soaked to the skin. Thank goodness i can have David Yarnall in my ear keeping me sane . You can always rely on SR wherever you are . 🙂
David Yarnall on 23 July 2023
Thank you Karen and I’m glad you’re still listening even under such adverse conditions. But, how do you think I feel? It’s a bit cramped in your lug hole!!
Karen on 23 July 2023
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Anthony on 13 July 2023
How fortunate. I don’t get much but I am usually home in time for the 9.30pm Thursday specials.
So tonight was a especially welcome hearing Robert Farnon and guest singer Ronnie Carroll.
We really did have some wonderful but sadly forgotten vocalists. Orchestras, bands, composers and arrangers.
You do wonder how many programmes were wiped or if on transcription disc services were just discarded and thrown into skips when stations had a clear out.
There are so many wonderful programmes that still exist of the golden age of US radio music and performers we only knew from the films or records that reached these shores.
When TV dominated and took over in the 50’s so many treasures were dumped.
I suspect it is even more difficult to trace broadcasts from the UK.
A similar problem happened in Australia too.
Thank you Serenade Radio.
Anthony on 13 July 2023
(I hope that I haven’t sent a duplicate post of something else I wanted to add)
I missed five minutes and panicked as my internet radio played up and I feared I was going to have set it up from scratch.
I suspect the presenter was John Benson.
It was interesting hearing Ronnie Carroll sing The Folks who live on the Hill. With an introduction/preamble before the main song was sung.
As other Serenade Radio presenters have commented on this practice is rarely heard these days even when standards are sung these days.
Karen on 13 July 2023
I may be biased… but what a fabulous version of ‘ it had to be you’ by kay starr. Not heard that before. I am trying to work but its made me all relaxed and dreamy 😅
J Seng on 12 July 2023
I no longer see Stephen Ashley with his weekly theatre organ show. Was this removed?
Karen on 13 July 2023
I think it was a series that ended a couple of weeks ago. I am sure he said ‘until next time’ at the end of the last program though. So it may be back in the future.
Steve Ashley on 13 July 2023
My Hot Pipes shows are produced as a series of 13 for Serenade, which gives me time in between to plan and research for the next series, plus adding to my library all the new recordings that come my way. I should be back sometime in the late autumn or early winter. And thanks, Mr. Seng, for asking!
Helen on 12 July 2023
It was lovely hearing Nat King Cole – Those Lazy-Hazy-Crazy Days Of Summer,
Roger Sweet on 12 July 2023
Loving Serenade Radio. I also found John Gary USA vocalist like a stronger voiced Pat Boone
I am a semi retired pianist and my favourite style is crossover music…Richard Cla yderman Tec
So pleased to find you …I like most music up to the 1970s probably
Karen on 11 July 2023
When i first started listening to Serenade Radio, as a child of the sixties with parents from the thirties it was the music we listened to at home that i was most attracted to. And i still love it. But the more i listen i have realised it is the music of my grandparents era that i am loving the most at the moment. It started when i realised that i was listening out for Andy’s vintage spot each day. That made me listen to music while you work, and now dance band days is a must listen for me. The music has such atmosphere and is totally neglected every where else except on SR. I am not sure i would even have heard it without SR. We are rather spoiled in that respect. Great stuff.
Randall on 11 July 2023
Gosh, you guys are so awesome and have introduced me to so many wonderful singers and bands, love it so much. One request: you’re missing out if you’re not playing some Donna Hightower along with your many other great jazz and pop singers of this period. How about something from her 1958 Capitol record “Take One,” or her 1975 Columbia recording, “I’m in Love with Love.” Gorgeous vocals.
Karen on 11 July 2023
Three in a row from the wonderful Kay Starr . Love it . Thank you John Darvall.
Karen on 9 July 2023
I do love listening to John Walton on a Sunday . It really is what sundays used to be when i was growing up before people seemed to forget what good radio was . I think the pips will always be the piptic punctuation in this house from now on too :-). Thank you for a great show every week John .
John Walton on 9 July 2023
Thank you for your kind words, Karen. They’re very much appreciated. However, between you and me, I’d try hard not to become too ardent a pipster. I understand they’re aiming at 20 members by the end of the year! Don’t be drawn in! 😀
Beverley on 9 July 2023
A very hot night here in Deal – sleeping not easy – so I have been listening to Serenade Radio and on the Dawn Chorus I have just heard ‘Tabarinage’, played by the Light Music Society Orchestra. I can tell you that this was composed by my Dad, Robert Docker, in 1961 and ‘Tabarinage’ means Buffoonery!! My Dad once received a letter from an amateur film maker who wanted to use the music in a scene from the film where a live monkey jumped out of an aeroplane!! Not sure that’s what my Dad had in mind when he composed it!
Thank you Serenade, for keeping the music alive.
Andy Marriott on 9 July 2023
Nice story!
Thanks Beverley, it’s a pleasure to play your father’s wonderful music on SR. Did you catch his sextet on Music While You Work last Thursday?
Beverley on 9 July 2023
Hi Andy,
Yes, I did hear the Robert Docker Sextet last Thursday – such a treat! He would be thrilled to know that his music is still being played. Look forward to some more soon!
Michael on 8 July 2023
Hi Kevin Taylor,
After playing Englebert’s Quando, Quando, Quando you said, there’s two songs with a latin flair, which is incorrect. Quando is Italian for “when”, whereas, if it were spelled “Cuando” on the label that would indicate Spanish.
Andy Marriott on 9 July 2023
Hi Michael,
This got me thinking so I went online and found this: The cultures whose core language is based on Latin, are Latin cultures, such as Spanish, French, and Italian. We can refer to individuals from these countries as Latin. Hispanic, however, refers to people and cultures that are derived from former parts of the Spanish Empire.
So, it looks like Kevin knows his stuff!
james wilson on 16 July 2023
Yes Andy you are dead right…..the first time I heard the word Quando was in a Latin class, too many years ago o remember. But I always remember when I first heard the song I thought, “Oh yes, quando is Latin for when”
Anthony on 8 July 2023
Stuart Linell in fine form today. Firstly over his hay fever of a few weeks ago.
Good music as in favourites and others never heard or rarely played.
Saves me playing my 7,000 CD music library of songs but also playing what I wish I had but cannot find or are being sold at ridiculous prices.
Mobility is impaired. Our public transport is being reduced. So options of going out or attending local events is becoming increasingly difficult for many.
So a relaxing day and evening of music radio helps the time pass by pleasantly. Its company.
May Serenade continue for many years to come and we are around to enjoy it too.
Stuart Linnell on 8 July 2023
Thank you so much Anthony. So kind of you to send such lovely comments. I am so pleased that you enjoyed the music selection. It is always lovely to hear from listeners, and it was also kind of you to comment on my hay fever. Best wishes.
David Purll on 7 July 2023
Roger,
Thank you again for another great programme, lots of rarely heard stuff, and thank you especially for Pete Atkin once more and also Stefan Grossman (!) The closing Paul Simon track was lovely too.
Helen on 7 July 2023
Excellent choice of tunes this morning, as always, on SR. Lovely stuff, especially on such a beautiful sunny morning. Thankyou
Maggie on 6 July 2023
Dear Dick Fisher, slight error, Roger Moore was married to Dorothy Squires, not Rosemary. Brilliant prog and superb Serenade radio, My favourite.
Richard Fisher on 6 July 2023
Dear Maggie
To coin a favourite song title – “what kind of fool am I?” How did I get the two Squires’ mixed up like that? There’s a soon to be vacant slot coming up on SR, for someone who actually knows stuff. Interested?
Karen on 6 July 2023
Marty Feldman on the twaddle .. ive never heard that before. My kind of love song 😂 Great stuff.
Anne Wade NC on 6 July 2023
I love all the great guy’s and gals on SR who bring me hours of enjoyment ❤️❤️ with music that puts a smile 😊 on my face 😀 David Yarnal has to be my favorite 👏🏻love his quirky side and his smooth voice❤️
Karen on 5 July 2023
Just returned from a meeting plugged the radio into my ear and heard that it is the lovely Dick Fisher’s birthday today. Happy Birthday Dick . Thank you for your fabulous shows. Have a great day x
Richard Fisher on 5 July 2023
Thank you Karen. At my grand age, birthdays don’t really mean much . However, your good wishes are appreciated and I thank you. My wife Cynthia and I enjoyed a leisurely lunch at one of our favourite places.
Karen on 4 July 2023
I was just thinking rather sadly that there had been no edmundo ros on Dick’s program today and maybe he was going off him a bit .. and then…. as if by magic… The final tune puting a little smile on my face. Thank you Dick .
Robert Swanston on 4 July 2023
Elaine: Serenade do sometimes now play Morgana King. I hadn’t heard of her until I saw her playing Marlon Brando’s wife in the first Godfather film. Glad you like her.
Elaine on 3 July 2023
I’m listening from the US and want you to know that your station has helped to keep me sane in these days of insanity and has kept me company and revived wonderful memories of the past while recovering from an illness. Thank you all so much.
Vanessa-Ann Dowsett on 3 July 2023
Hi all, I love listening to Andy Marriott ‘s Television Show, it certainly is a great way to begin my Sunday morning and brings back many childhood memories. We didn’t have a TV in my home until I was 8 and we were very restricted as to viewing time as my parents believed it to be bad for both brain and eyes. Now, in my mid sixties, I have come full circle as the radio and books are my preferred entertainment with DR radio top of the list. Thank you all
Karen on 2 July 2023
What other radio station is there where you would hear Jupiter from the planet suite and in the same program Lets have a party by Mrs Mills ( last time i heard that was at my nan’s at parties in the 70s so it made me a bit emotional to be honest!) . The variety on SR is incredible… Something for everyone. I know i bang on about this all the time but we are so lucky to have this.
Karen on 2 July 2023
Moonlight becomes you … Peter Tomlinson… I think it was silvikrin hair spray. Not sure how i remember that as i wasnt of hairspray using age at the time .. But it makes me think of it everytime i hear it . 🙂
Kevin Darling on 2 July 2023
I have only just discovered your station – today, (Sunday 2-7-’23), and I think I will make it regular listening.
My favourite era of music is the 1920’s – 1940’s Dance Bands and vocalists.
I’m pleased to see you do cater for this era on Saturdays which is repeated on Mondays. I, of course, missed the Saturday edition, but look forward to hearing the repeat on Monday.
Sadly, people like me are neglected by the mainstream broadcasters. I assume they think that because you weren’t around in those days, you won’t want to hear the music from those days…. Well I can’t get enough of the music from that time !
Helen on 2 July 2023
Ed Wellman’s Dawn Chorus, as always, absolutely beautiful.
Karen on 1 July 2023
Sitting in my little back yard at 10.42pm , drinking whiskey and listening to Kevin Taylor. The perfect Saturday evening relax . Thank you SR what would we do without you.
David Purll on 30 June 2023
Thanks Roger for including Pete Atkin, the combination of his music and Clive James lyrics is stunning. On the endles subject of “one thing leads to another” I only recently discovered that Paul Simon and Al Stewart shared a flat together in London at the time Paul wrote Blessed ( allegedly at St Anne’s church in SoHo, and that Paul co-wrote with Bruce Woodley of the Seekers…”Red Rubber Ball” a hitcin the USA for the Cyrkle….so theres another couple of suggestions …. your programme is responsible for so much…. thank you
Steve on 30 June 2023
Morning Andy!
Thanks for brightening up a dull, cold rainy day in Worcestershire! 😊
On ‘Bobby Sherwood And His Orchestra – Moonlight Becomes You’, the vocalist was Kitty Kallen, I believe.
Another terrific selection of music, and the comedy slot 🤣🤣 Eric Morecambe was on Parkinson one time, and Parky asked: ‘Have you ever thought about what you and Ernie would have been if you weren’t funny?”
Quick as a flash, Eric said: “Mike and Bernie Winters.”
Uproarious laughter from the audience .
spinetingler on 30 June 2023
Greetings from Charleston, SC! It’s midnight after a long day and I’m relaxing with a whiskey, neat, and Serenade Radio.
Karen on 29 June 2023
Thank you for playing Loneliness by Des O Connor Dick Fisher. This song is a new love of mine . I am dancing around the room as i type 😉 I wasnt aware of it in the days before SR came into my life because i always thought des o Connor was more my mum’s territory than mine. I must be turning into her in my old age 🙂 Another great show today. Keep the Edmundo Ros coming 😉. Thank you.
Dick Fisher on 29 June 2023
I suspect we all remember Des’s hit songs, but it is a real delight to discover and enjoy his other great recordings. As far as Edmundo is concerned, I am seriously thinking of hiding his records from Andy, so that I have sole use!
Karen on 29 June 2023
As much as he makes Andy cringe he does make me laugh.. because i get it that he’s not the greatest singer. But he’s so enthusiastic and it’s like ‘ its my orchestra and I’m going to sing whatever you think ‘ and i like that. 🙂
Philip Cartwright listening in The Wirral. on 28 June 2023
I agree with Brian B (24/6/23). Another thought I had…. Having brought back ‘Music While You Work’ and ‘Sing Something Simple’ why not ‘Housewives Choice’ or ‘Family Favourites’ ? These were radio request programmes which ran for many years in the 1940s,1950s and possibly the 1960s. I am sure some of your presenters would love to host such a programme.
Brian Bunn on 28 June 2023
Good idea Philip, I’d forgotten about those programmes, it would be great to hear them again, let’s hope Andy can arrange it !
Karen on 28 June 2023
Lovely to hear Bernard Monshin again on mwyw this morning. He is always so uplifting.
Brian Reynolds on 28 June 2023
As you share my enthusiasm for Bernard Monshin, Karen – perhaps I can let you into a secret? You can hear him again on Friday 14th July !
Karen on 27 June 2023
😂😂😂😂 omg … The twaddle it might be the best yet 😂😂😂
Poppy on 25 June 2023
Love and prayers for Brian and Anita Savin and family.
Karen on 25 June 2023
Another beautifully relaxing show from Ed Wellman today . The perfect way to start a sunday . Thank you Ed.
Helen on 24 June 2023
Andy Marriott’s TV Programme, a wonderful tea time treat on Saturdays at 5pm.
Thankyou Andy for playing my request. Very special. Also, what a lovely heart melting childhood memory moment hearing dear ole Bagpuss 🥰
Brian B on 24 June 2023
Your radio station is awesome, especially “Music while you work”, “Sing something simple” and your Saturday TV theme show.
Been thinking of 3 TV programmes, how about “Howard’s Way”, “Midnight Caller” and “Hong Kong Beat” all nice tunes. Keep up the good work, your radio station is so much appreciated, far superior to the national and commercial rubbish stations that churns out the same repetitive boring stuff !
Paul Fozard on 24 June 2023
Ed’s show this morning was the perfect way to start my weekend, well done on an excellent selection to Serenade my day 🙂 I particularly enjoyed Geoff Love Singers – Tangerine excellent.
Karen on 23 June 2023
The twaddle spot has made me a Stan Freberg addict. The best way to cheer up a dull day. 😂
Karen T. from New Jersey on 21 June 2023
Thank you Ed Wellman for making my weekends brighter with your lovely show “The Dawn Chorus.” The manner in which you speak to your listeners is just so inspiring and uplifting – plus the choral, standard’s, classical and other mix of music you play is simply the best. I especially appreciated you playing Eva Cassidy’s version of “Field’s of Gold” – such an exquisite piece of music as you rightfully stated on your show. My husband and I look forward to you shows every weekend…again many thanks for what you do, it is very much appreciated.
Karen on 20 June 2023
😂😂😂 down came the rain 😂😂😂… I’m ready for it this time I’ve put my tea down so the keyboard is safe.
Helen on 17 June 2023
Loving ALL the TV programmes,
( big fan of the Elizabeth R series)
David Purll on 17 June 2023
Super programme as ever on fridsy16th . Thank you Roger for the inclusions of the S+G/ Beverly/Donovan sequence! Could i suggest Kathryn Roberts for a further program?…and possibly The Lady is a Tramp by the Fairports as an oddity? Loved the Wailing of the Willow by Judith Durham by the way – thats surely Nilsson song isn’t it? That’s the “problem” with your programme one song suggests another and off we go! I’m going to miss a couple of programmes due to holiday so ill pray for internet access where I’m going!! Once again many thanks
Roger Williams on 19 June 2023
Hello David, thank you for your kind comments and for overlooking a fairly obvious mistake in my presentation. Hope your travels go well . I haven’t heard Fairport’s version of The Lady Is A Tramp, but I shall seek it out! I’ll be putting this week’s show together tomorrow – not sure what will be in it just yet, a case of work in progress!
David Purll on 20 June 2023
It is available on the extended version of Liege and Lief amongst other places and it swings too ! Your programme has got me digging up my past! But music does thst, doesn’t it? Keep up the great work…. and i didnt spot the mistake!!
Helen on 17 June 2023
Thankyou Cindy for a wonderful programme, wishing you a beautiful weekend
Cindy on 19 June 2023
Thank you Helen – so glad you enjoyed it. Can I play you a request next Saturday? Blessings on your week – and keep listening!
Helen on 23 June 2023
Hi Cindy
Thankyou for your very kind message. You asked if I would like a request, it would be lovely to hear Jimmie Rodgers singing An English Country Garden. Thankyou so much Cindy. Best wishes
Helen on 24 June 2023
Thankyou Cindy for a Wonderful programme. A glass of wine, sunshine, in my garden with Cindy. lovely. Thankyou Cindy for playing An English Country Garden 🌸
Cindy on 25 June 2023
Helen, you’re very welcome! So glad you love Serenade Radio!!! Spread the word far and wide! Blessings on your day
John Abbott on 16 June 2023
Folks you are the sweetest sound in the Great Smoky Mountains of Western North Carolina USA! Dirt and I have the same birthday, I’ve heard a lot of radio and you folks are radio as radio should be!
God bless you’ll.
Shallom
Very old john
Helen on 15 June 2023
Always enjoy the Bit of Nonsense each weekday morning, and today’s was another corker, Brian Perkins – Shipping Forecast, loved it 😀
Robert Swanston on 15 June 2023
I have mentioned this before but I haven’t heard you play her so far that is Morgana King. She has a lovely voice.
Elaine on 3 July 2023
Robert: I had never heard of Morgana King and checked her out. Yes, she has a really lovely voice. Thank you for mentioning her.
Karen on 15 June 2023
Vaya con Dios means ‘ go with god ‘ Andy. Although ‘put the kettle on’ sounds better. 🙂
Karen on 13 June 2023
Gosh David Yarnall … The Norman candler Bach track was lovely. I am going to have to acquire a copy.
David Yarnall on 16 June 2023
Hi Karen. I guess this is where the internet comes into its own!! Good luck!!
Karen on 16 June 2023
Hi David. Yep. Found it 🙂
David Yarnall on 16 June 2023
Excellent and yes the internet has its uses. Indeed, what would Serenade Radio be without it! Very quiet I guess!!
Karen on 16 June 2023
No Serenade Radio… Doesn’t bear thinking about. !!!
Helen on 13 June 2023
This mornings Bit of Nonsense, Ronnie Barker – Plain Speaking, loved it, very very funny 😀
Karen on 13 June 2023
As someone who works in a public service organisation may I just say that the Ronnie Barker twaddle was not twaddle but absolute fact… And clearer than most managers I’ve had. Brilliant
stuff 😂
Anne Wade NC on 12 June 2023
Love all these guy’s updated photos ❤️ all looking pretty 🤩 sharp😃 you are an amazing bunch of talented people who bring the best of music 🎼every day❤️❤️the whole world 🌎 should listen to SR you are the best👏🏻👏🏻🏅The world would be better for it😎