Bob Monkhouse
Sue Lawley's castaway is presenter Bob Monkhouse.
Sue Lawley's castaway this morning is the comedian and television host Bob Monkhouse. He began his career as a schoolboy writing jokes for established comedians. Later he became a gag writer for radio. But it was television which made his name. From the Golden Shot to Bob's Full House, he reckons he's hosted more than 27 different shows.
[Taken from the original programme material for this archive edition of Desert Island Discs]
Favourite track: Adagio for Strings, Opus 11 by Samuel Barber
Book: The Adventures of Alice by Lewis Carroll
Luxury: Clarinet
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Frank Sinatra
Stormy Weather
- Embraceable You.
- EMI.
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Vaughn Monroe
Racing With the Moon
- The Best of Vaughan Monroe.
- RCA Victor.
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Maurice Ravel
Pavane pour une infante défunte
Orchestra: Ulster Orchestra Conductor: Yan Pascal Tortellier
- Ravel: Rapsodie Espagnole etc..
- Chandos.
Castaway's Favourite
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Samuel Barber
Adagio For Strings
Orchestra: Philharmonia Orchestra Conductor: Geoffrey Simon
- Works by Strauss etc..
- Cala.
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Ain't She Sweet
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Gustav Mahler
Symphony No. 5 in C sharp minor - 4th movement (Adagietto)
Orchestra: l’Orchestre de l’Academie de Sainte Cecile
- Mort a Venise.
- Sony.
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Michael Feinstein
You Are There
- Forever.
- Elektra.
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You Have Cast Your Shadow on the Sea
Performer: Bob Monkhouse and London Cast
Book Choice
The Adventures of Alice - Lewis Carroll
Luxury Choice
Clarinet
Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Presenter | Sue Lawley |
| Interviewed Guest | Bob Monkhouse |
Broadcasts
- Sun 20 Dec 199811:15BBC Radio 4
- New Year's Day 199909:00BBC Radio 4
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