With Danny Baker
Music and comedy with Alex Horne and his five-piece band. Danny Baker champions an instrument that will amuse. From 2013.
Another series of the comedy show hosted by Alex Horne and his five piece band with specially written, original music.
This opening episode explores the theme of 'games'
Guest star Danny Baker sings with the band and champions an instrument that can't fail to put a smile on your face.
Plus the funkiest song you're ever likely to hear about Chess; an Ode to Chris Hoy and music to exercise to.
With electric guitarist, Ben Jones.
Alex's Horne Section are:
Trumpet/banjo .... Joe Auckland
Saxophone/clarinet ....Mark Brown
Double Bass/Bass .... Will Collier
Drums and Percussion .... Ben Reynolds
Piano/keyboard .... Ed Sheldrake
Producer: Julia McKenzie
First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in February 2013.
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Danny Baker: Flash, Bang, Whallop!
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Alex Horne gets Ready to Run
Duration: 01:58
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Sun 24 Feb 201319:15BBC Radio 4- Fri 1 Mar 201307:30BBC Radio 4 Extra
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