Classical music was a staple programming choice on Armed Forces Radio and Television Services broadcasts and became rather popular during the 1950's. "Light Classic music from California, designed for pleasant listening to melodies of the Masters, Old, and New". Listen to the series On Classical Radio . network Saturdays at 1230 GMT.
A terrific introduction to classical music came from The Enchantment of Music program originating from Southern California at 98.7 on the FM dial. The Enchantment of Music was a collection of recordings of the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, the French National Radio Orchestra, the Cincinnati Pops, the Detroit Symphony Orchestra, the Boston Pops, The Capitol Orchestra, and several others that were featured on the program.
AFRTS considered the content of The Enchantment of Music to be "dinner music", but the dramatic and beautiful melodies are perfect accompaniment for many occasions.