Ian Carmichael
Roy Plomley's castaway is actor Ian Carmichael.
Favourite track: Adagio (from Spartacus) by Aram Khachaturian
Book: War and Peace by Leo Tolstoy
Luxury: Paper and pencils
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Gustav Holst
The Planets
Soloist: Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra Conductor: Herbert von Karajan
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Orchestra of the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden
Theme From Murder On The Orient Express (from)
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Waltz in C sharp minor, Op. 64/2
Soloist: Artur Rubinstein
Castaway's Favourite
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Aram Khachaturian
Adagio of Spartacus and Phrygia (from Spartacus Suite No. 2)
Orchestra: Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra Conductor: Aram Khachaturian
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Jimmy Dorsey and His Orchestra
On The Alamo
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Neal Hefti
Theme From Film Boeing, Boeing
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Nino Castelnuovo & Ellen Farner
Duet Of Guy and Madeleine
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The Count Basie Orchestra
Doin' Basie's Thing
Book Choice
War and Peace - Leo Tolstoy
Luxury Choice
Paper and pencils
Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Presenter | Roy Plomley |
| Interviewed Guest | Ian Carmichael |
Broadcasts
- Sat 9 Jun 197918:15BBC Radio 4
- Tue 12 Jun 197912:20BBC Radio 4
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