In Florida, died, James Last, the conductor of the famous orchestra

In Florida, James Last died, the conductor of the pop orchestra, who was especially popular in the 1960-70 years.

The 86-year-old German-born musician died “peacefully surrounded by loved ones,” his manager said.

The hallmark of the James Last Orchestra was cheerful music or, as it was called in Britain, “happy music”.

The orchestra for many years was a regular participant in various shows on British television.

His records were sold in millions of copies, they were popular in the Soviet Union.

Last spring, Last and his orchestra performed at the Albert Hall in London as part of a farewell tour.

Also, last year he announced the termination of the tour due to illness.