Roland Culver
Roy Plomley's castaway is actor Roland Culver.
Favourite track: Piano Concerto No 2 in B Flat by Johannes Brahms
Book: The Oxford Book of English Verse
Luxury: Painting materials
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Johannes Brahms
Piano Concerto No. 2 in B flat major
Soloist: Vladimir Ashkenazy Orchestra: London Symphony Orchestra Conductor: Zubin Mehta
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Vincenzo Bellini
Casta diva (from Norma)
Soloist: Joan Sutherland Orchestra: Royal Opera House Orchestra and Chorus, Covent Garden
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Alfred Drake
Oh What A Beautiful Morning
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Giuseppe Verdi
Si, pel ciel (Oath duet) (from Otello)
Soloist: Enrico Caruso, Titta Ruffo
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Bing Crosby & Johnny Mercer
Mr Gallagher and Mr Sheen
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Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
Piano Concerto No. 9 in E flat major
Soloist: Vladimir Ashkenazy Orchestra: London Symphony Orchestra
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Mary Martin
A Wonderful Guy
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Sir Harry Lauder
Stop Yer Tickling, Jock
Book Choice
The Oxford Book of English Verse
Luxury Choice
Painting materials
Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Presenter | Roy Plomley |
| Interviewed Guest | Roland Culver |
Broadcasts
- Sat 3 Aug 197419:00BBC Radio 4
- Mon 5 Aug 197412:25BBC Radio 4
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