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You'll Never Walk Alone

Carl Davis and Gerry Marsden reflect on the impact of Rodger and Hammerstein’s Carousel solo which became an anthem. From 2001.

Composer Carl Davis examines the power of the Rodgers and Hammerstein show stopper, 'You'll Never Walk Alone'.

Gerry Marsden recalls how his recording turned it into a football anthem and how the Hillsborough disaster made it one of our favourite hymns.

Series about music that makes the hairs stand up on the back of our necks.

Producer: Sara Conkey

First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in January 2001.

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30 minutes

Last on

Sat 31 Aug 202400:00

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  • Fri 9 Oct 201518:30
  • Sat 10 Oct 201500:30
  • Tue 26 May 202018:30
  • Wed 27 May 202000:30
  • Tue 27 Sep 202218:30
  • Wed 28 Sep 202200:30
  • Fri 30 Aug 202410:00
  • Fri 30 Aug 202416:00
  • Sat 31 Aug 202400:00

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