Julian Critchley
Michael Parkinson's castaway is politician and journalist Julian Critchley.
Julian Critchley is the Conservative MP for Aldershot and he's also a journalist and writer. In conversation with Michael Parkinson he talks about his dual career and about his recreations, which include reading military history and looking at churches.
[Taken from the original programme material for this archive edition of Desert Island Discs]
Favourite track: September Song by Walter Huston
Book: An Omelette and a Glass of Wine by Elizabeth David
Luxury: Case of wine
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Music Played
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Sergey Prokofiev
Dance of the Knights (from Romeo and Juliet)
Orchestra: Chicago Symphony Orchestra Conductor: Sir George Solti
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Yves Montand
Les Feuilles Mortes (Autumn Leaves)
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Mikis Theodorakis
Rendezvous
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Edward Elgar
Symphony No. 1 in A flat major - 4th movement
Orchestra: London Philharmonic Orchestra Conductor: Sir Adrian Boult
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Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
Concerto for Flute & Harp in C Major
Soloist: James Galway
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Johannes Brahms
Symphony No. 2 in D major - 1st movement
Orchestra: Cleveland Orchestra Conductor: Lorin Maazel
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Nat King Cole
Fly Me To The Moon (In Other Words)
Castaway's Favourite
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Walter Huston
September Song
Book Choice
An Omelette and a Glass of Wine - Elizabeth David
Luxury Choice
Case of wine
Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Presenter | Michael Parkinson |
| Interviewed Guest | Julian Critchley |
Broadcasts
- Sun 12 Apr 198712:15BBC Radio 4
- Fri 17 Apr 198709:05BBC Radio 4
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