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You'll Never Walk Alone

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Carl Davis and Gerry Marsden reflect on the impact of Rodger and Hammerstein鈥檚 Carousel solo which became an anthem. From 2001.

Composer Carl Davis examines the power of the Rodgers and Hammerstein show stopper, 'You'll Never Walk Alone'.

Gerry Marsden recalls how his recording turned it into a football anthem and how the Hillsborough disaster made it one of our favourite hymns.

Series about music that makes the hairs stand up on the back of our necks.

Producer: Sara Conkey

First broadcast on 大象传媒 Radio 4 in January 2001.

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30 minutes

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Sat 31 Aug 2024 00:00

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  • Fri 9 Oct 2015 18:30
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  • Tue 26 May 2020 18:30
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