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Opera singer gets radio production staff to sing backing vocals – live on air
The great British bass Sir John Tomlinson led a choir of volunteers from around the BBC in The Policeman's Lot from Gilbert and Sullivan's Pirates of Penzance, live on In Tune.
He said "sing!" - we said "how low?"
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Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Performer | John Tomlinson |
| Performer | Andy Smith |
| Choir | The BBC Radio 3 Scratch Choir |
| Composer | Arthur Sullivan |
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