Commander Ibbett
Roy Plomley's castaway is broadcaster Commander Ibbett.
Luxury: Barrel of beer
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Music Played
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Felix Mendelssohn
The Hebrides Overture (Fingal's Cave)
Orchestra: Philharmonia Orchestra
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Bebe Daniels & Sam Browne
Only a Rose
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Johann Strauss II - Nuns' Chorus (from Casanova)
Choir: Luton Girls' Choir
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Beniamino Gigli
O Sole Mio
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Pietro Mascagni
Inneggiamo, il Signor (Easter Hymn) (from Cavalleria rusticana)
Soloist: Zinka Milanov Choir: Robert Shaw Chorale Orchestra: RCA Victor Symphony Orchestra
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Rhos Male Voice Choir
Hen Wlad Fy Nhadau (Land Of My Fathers)
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Kathleen Ferrier
Blow The Wind Southerly
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Giacomo Puccini
Humming Chorus (from Madama Butterfly)
Orchestra: Santa Cecilia Orchestra and Chorus
Luxury Choice
Barrel of beer
Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Presenter | Roy Plomley |
| Interviewed Guest | Commander Ibbett |
Broadcast
- Mon 21 Oct 195713:10Home Service
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