James Mason
Roy Plomley's castaway is actor James Mason.
Favourite track: My Man by Billie Holiday
Book: Ada by Vladimir Nabokov
Luxury: Guitar
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Concierto De Aranjuez
Soloist: Narcisco Yepes Orchestra: National Orchestra Of Spain
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The Royal Scots Dragoon Guards
My Home
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Ludwig van Beethoven
Piano Sonata No. 14 in C sharp minor, Op.27/2 'Moonlight'
Soloist: Sviatoslav Richter
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Ludwig van Beethoven
Symphony No. 9 in D minor 'Choral'
Orchestra: Berlin Philharmonic Orchestra Conductor: Herbert von Karajan
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Judy Garland
Come Rain Or Come Shine
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Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
Flute Concerto No. 2 in D major
Soloist: James Galway
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Carl Orff
Carmina Burana
Orchestra: Orchestra Of German Opera and Choir
Castaway's Favourite
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Billie Holiday
My Man
Book Choice
Ada - Vladimir Nabokov
Luxury Choice
Guitar
Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Presenter | Roy Plomley |
| Interviewed Guest | James Mason |
Broadcasts
- Sat 26 Sep 198118:15BBC Radio 4
- Fri 2 Oct 198109:05BBC Radio 4
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