John Osborne
Roy Plomley's castaway is playwright John Osborne.
Favourite track: The Lark Ascending by Ralph Vaughan Williams
Book: Holy Living and Holy Dying by Jeremy Taylor
Luxury: Piano and an instruction book
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Just A-Wearyin' For You
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But Oh! what art can teach (from Ode for St Cecilia's Day)
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Yankee Doodle Boy
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Cello Concerto in E Minor
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Finch'han dal vino (from Don Giovanni)
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Castaway's Favourite
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Ralph Vaughan Williams
The Lark Ascending
Soloist: Hugh Bean Orchestra: New Philharmonia Orchestra Conductor: Adrian Boult
Book Choice
Holy Living and Holy Dying - Jeremy Taylor
Luxury Choice
Piano and an instruction book
Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Presenter | Roy Plomley |
| Interviewed Guest | John Osborne |
Broadcasts
- Sat 27 Feb 198218:15BBC Radio 4
- Fri 5 Mar 198209:05BBC Radio 4
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