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The Light Music Society @lightmusicsociety.bsky.social · 1d

Our collections come from various major figures in Light Music. Join us in exploring the riches of the Frank Cantell collection! #lightmusicsociety #sheetmusiclibrary #lightmusic

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The Light Music Society @lightmusicsociety.bsky.social · 4d

TOMORROW!
Come and join us for our celebratory concert of great light music all selected from our #sheetmusiclibrary . We're looking forward to meeting you all and hearing a wonderful sound from the orchestra! #lightmusicsociety #musicmaking

The Light Music Society @lightmusicsociety.bsky.social · 11d

PLEASE SHARE!
Preparations for our annual playday are nearing fruition and we can't wait to meet you either as a player, or as an audience member. 5th October at Victoria Hall, Bolton, BL1 2AS
#lightmusicsociety #musicmaking #sheetmusiclibrary

The Light Music Society @lightmusicsociety.bsky.social · 13d

We're getting In Party Mood with this number from Jack Strachey, who was born on this day in 1894. Let us know your favourite Strachey pieces in the comments below. #botd #lightmusic #sheetmusiclibrary

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qqsp413SXuQ&list=RDqqsp413SXuQ&start_radio=1

The Light Music Society @lightmusicsociety.bsky.social · 15d

Meet our two conductors for our upcoming playday on October the 5th. Find more info at https://www.lightmusicsociety.com/news/posts/the-light-music-experience-2025

#lightmusicsociety #musicmaking #sheetmusiclibrary #livemusic

The Light Music Society @lightmusicsociety.bsky.social · 18d

To sign up as a player for the 5th of October, please visit lightmusicsociety.com or email [email protected]. Audience is also welcome!

https://www.lightmusicsociety.com/news/posts/the-light-music-experience-2025

#lightmusicsociety #livemusic #musicmaking #ascoreforeveryoccasion

The Light Music Society @lightmusicsociety.bsky.social · 19d

Let us know your favourite works by Light Music great Ernest Tomlinson! It is always great to hear his music on the radio, so why not ask Classic FM and BBC Radio 3 to broadcast your favourite works as well!

#lightmusicsociety #sheetmusiclibrary #botd

The Light Music Society @lightmusicsociety.bsky.social · 22d

It was an honour to welcome our Society Member from across the pond a few weeks ago! You can learn more about Clint Correll's work with the York River Symphony Orchestra here:
http://www.yrso.org/
#lightmusicsociety #sheetmusiclibrary

The Light Music Society @lightmusicsociety.bsky.social · 26d

Don’t miss tonight’s concert from the BBC Proms featuring the Sinfonia of London conducted by John Wilson. The programme includes music by Richard Strauss, Leonard Bernstein and Maurice Ravel @bbcpromstagram #lightmusicsociety #bbcproms

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The Light Music Society @lightmusicsociety.bsky.social · 29d

Join us in exploring the numerous collections of music found in the Library of Light Orchestral Music with this charming piece by Monia Liter.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jko7Qcf21is&list=RDjko7Qcf21is&start_radio=1

#lightmusicsociety #sheetmusiclibrary #lightmusiclibrary

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The Light Music Society @lightmusicsociety.bsky.social · Sep 4

Curzon was a prominent figure in British light music, working extensively as a musical director and organist in theatres and silent film houses. He sometimes composed under the pseudonyms Graham Collett and Harold Ramsay, especially for production music libraries.
#lightmusicsociety #botd

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The Light Music Society @lightmusicsociety.bsky.social · Aug 27

Today we celebrate the birthday of Eric Coates, one of the most iconic composers in all of Light Music. We have dozens of his works available from our library. Let us know your favourites in the comments below!
#lightmusicsociety #botd #ascoreforeveryoccasion

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The Light Music Society @lightmusicsociety.bsky.social · Aug 23

If you're interested in Light Music, either as a player or a listener, our annual Play-Day unmissable. With two expert conductors and a programme drawn from the Library of Light Orchestral Music, this is a truly unique experience for those wanting an insider-view of Light Music! #lightmusicsociety

The Light Music Society @lightmusicsociety.bsky.social · Aug 19

Many will have seen vintage sheet music such as this one from our collection, but do you know anything about the artists who produced them? With an extensive archive of vintage sheet music covers, we're keen to know more and to share some of our favourite examples! #lightmusic #sheetmusiclibrary

The Light Music Society @lightmusicsociety.bsky.social · Aug 15

Events in Croydon commemorating Coleridge-Taylor's legacy include:
-Croydon Gladi Gladi (16–17 August)
-Public Piano Installation near the Coleridge-Taylor artwork at Centrale
-BRIT School Takeover (18 October)
More info here: http://bit.ly/3JjBn0x
#botd #lightmusicsociety

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The Light Music Society @lightmusicsociety.bsky.social · Aug 12

Ronald Binge's "Sailing By", the theme for The Shipping Forecast, is one of the most celebrated pieces of Light Music ever written. You can read about Jarvis Cocker's love of the programme here: http://bit.ly/3TC5Wk2 #lightmusic #ascoreforeveryoccasion

The Light Music Society @lightmusicsociety.bsky.social · Aug 9

We're celebrating the 150th anniversary of the birth of Light Music composer Albert Kètelbey with his hauntingly beautiful work "In a Monastery Garden". Let us know your favourite Kètelbey works in the comments below! #botd #lightmusicsociety #sheetmusiclibrary
http://bit.ly/4m5nOjN

The Light Music Society @lightmusicsociety.bsky.social · Aug 8

Don't miss tonight's late-night Prom from Belfast, celebrating 100 years of The Shipping Forecast. #bbcproms #lightmusic #shippingforecast

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The Light Music Society @lightmusicsociety.bsky.social · Aug 5

The dazzlingly versatile performer Danny Kaye can be seen here rehearsing a piece you can find in our library. #lightmusicsociety #lightmusic #sheetmusiclibrary
https://youtu.be/sHqFb7GXF8g?si=Tcx2Yn1KnAAuA8aR

The Light Music Society @lightmusicsociety.bsky.social · Aug 1

Happy Yorkshire day from the Light Music Society. A great day to enjoy the rich musical culture of this great county. Let us know your favourite Yorkshire-themed pieces in the comments! Here's one of our favourites: http://bit.ly/3HdFESt
#yorkshireday #lightmusicsociety #ascoreforeveryoccasion

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The Light Music Society @lightmusicsociety.bsky.social · Jul 31

The BBC's Light Programme celebrates its 80th anniversary this year. Listeners between 1945 and 1967 could hear a selection entertainment and Light Music, much of which is available from our library! https://youtu.be/SZsHh2U_TmI?si=Stw7P68MVoHp-FGy
#lightmusic #sheetmusiclibrary

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The Light Music Society @lightmusicsociety.bsky.social · Jul 29

If you're interested in playing some Light Music from our international library, sign up for our Play Day on the 5th of October! We're still looking for more string players and applications are welcome! https://www.lightmusicsociety.com/news/posts/the-light-music-experience-2025 #musicmaking

The Light Music Society @lightmusicsociety.bsky.social · Jul 24

Today we celebrate the birth of Robert Farnon, who was born on this day in1917. Here's a lesser-known work by Farnon that you might like. We have a huge selection from this composer in our library.
#lightmusic #lightmusicsociety #botd
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q2r2LT74e3k

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The Light Music Society @lightmusicsociety.bsky.social · Jul 22

Ever heard a tune you know and wished you knew more about it? Here's a book written by Oliver Lomax that could be just what you're looking for, covering the lives of six major arrangers! https://www.amazon.co.uk/Sophisticated-Harmony-British-arrangers-hardback/dp/1999679636 #lightmusicsociety

The Light Music Society @lightmusicsociety.bsky.social · Jul 19

Today we celebrate the work of British composer of Anglo-Indian descent, Oliphant Chuckerbutty. Primarily known for his works for the organ, we have a selection of his orchestral works in our library as well! #lightmusic #lightmusicsociety #sheetmusiclibrary