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Rupert Holmes explores Van Heusen's early career and his songwriting partnerships with Eddie De Lange and Johnny Burke.

Another chance to hear a two-part series which explores the life, career and legacy of the songwriter Jimmy Van Heusen. In this first programme, Rupert Holmes looks at his development as a songwriter, his partnership with Johnny Burke which produced hits like Polka Dots and Moonbeams and Swinging on a star, and how Van Heusen became known as a glamorous figure with his ability to fly aircraft as well as write songs.

30 minutes

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Thu 19 Mar 2015 22:30

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  • Tue 9 Feb 2010 23:30
  • Sun 10 Jun 2012 20:00
  • Thu 19 Mar 2015 22:30