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Joe Henderson
Roy Plomley's castaway is pianist Joe Henderson.
Favourite track: A Shropshire Lad by George Butterworth
Book: The Story of Mankind by Hendrik van Loon
Luxury: Radio receiver
Last on
Mon 17 Jul 197212:25
BBC Radio 4
Music Played
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Frank Sinatra
Orange
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The Royal Scots Dragoon Guards
Amazing Grace
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Benny Goodman
After You've Gone
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Joe Henderson and his Friends
Put Your Arms Around Me, Honey
Castaway's Favourite
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George Butterworth
A Shropshire Lad
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Isaac Hayes
Theme From Shaft
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The Count Basie Orchestra
Li'l Darlin'
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Frank Sinatra
It Was A Very Good Year
Book Choice
The Story of Mankind - Hendrik van Loon
Luxury Choice
Radio receiver
Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Presenter | Roy Plomley |
| Interviewed Guest | Joe Henderson |
Broadcasts
- Sat 15 Jul 197219:00BBC Radio 4
- Mon 17 Jul 197212:25BBC Radio 4
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