George Cole
Roy Plomley's castaway is actor George Cole.
Favourite track: Symphony No. 2 in D by Jean Sibelius
Book: The Form Book
Luxury: Havana cigars
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Andy Cole
Goodbye
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Rogue
We Could Use A Little Rain
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Richard Wagner
Ride of the Valkyries (Die Walküre)
Orchestra: London Symphony Orchestra Conductor: Leopold Stokowski
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The Philadelphia Orchestra
Polka From Schwanda The Bagpiper
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James Clarke and Sounds
A Man Of Our Time
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Herb Alpert & the Tijuana Brass
El Presidente
Castaway's Favourite
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Jean Sibelius
Symphony No. 2 in D major
Orchestra: Hallé Orchestra Conductor: John Barbirolli
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George Frideric Handel
Hallelujah Chorus (from Messiah)
Choir: Royal Choral Society Conductor: Thomas Beecham
Book Choice
The Form Book
Luxury Choice
Havana cigars
Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Presenter | Roy Plomley |
| Interviewed Guest | George Cole |
Broadcasts
- Sat 4 Sep 197619:00BBC Radio 4
- Mon 6 Sep 197612:25BBC Radio 4
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