Style characterized by pleasant, soothing arrangements of familiar melodies. Reached its peak of popularity in the 1950s and 60s. Includes string orchestrations by Percy Faith, choral recordings by Henry Mancini, instrumental soloists such as pianist Peter Nero and non-jazz traditional popular vocalists such as Andy Williams, Matt Monroe, and Joni James. Bands & Artists (13) Lounge@ (25) Traditional Pop@ (15) 1. Robert Farnon Society - For fans of light music, including a guide to composers such as Leroy Anderson, Percy Faith and Andre Kostelanetz. 2. Global Suitcase Musical Recordings - Free MP3 songs including smooth jazz, ambient, acoustic instrumentals. 3. Light Music Hall of Fame - A textual tribute to light orchestral music from the 1940s through the early 1960s. Features biographical information on the top composers, arrangers, and orchestrators; lists of their songs and links to other sources. 4. Muzak - Founders of piped music and the science of how music affects the behavior of customers. 5. Space Age Pop Music - An online encyclopedia of exotica, lounge, space age pop, and easy listening music. 6. Val Productions - Independent label with easy listening instrumental music featuring various artists. English, French, and Japanese sites.

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